V-TEK TM-50XL User manual

TM-50XL Quick Start Guide
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This quick start guide provides basic setup and operating instructions for the TM-50XL. The intended use of the TM-50XL
Taping Machine is to produce taped reels of individually sealed and consistently orientated components. Use of this equipment
in any other way is not recommended.
Work Area: The TM-50XL is designed to be operated in a temperature-controlled, light industrial setting. It should be installed
on a flat, dry, stable surface in a well-lit area. Choose a table that is at least 72” x 30” to provide sufficient space for the
assembled machine. See pages 2-4 for Quick Start instructions.
Front View
1. Track
2. Take-up Spindle
3. Take-up Arm
4. Cover Tape Arm
5. Payout Arm
6. Controller
Back View
7. Cable & Power Connections
8. Air Regulator
Physical Specifications: Height: 15 inches (38 cm), Width: 55 inches (140 cm), Depth: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Weight: 85 lbs. (38.5kg)
Power Required: 115/230 VAC, 50-60 Hz; 1.1 Amp, 120 Volts; .6 AMP, 220 Volts
Operating Environment: Operating Temperature: 0°C - 50°C (32°F - 122°F), Maximum Humidity: 90% non-condensing
Only qualified personnel with the proper technical training, experience working on this type of
equipment, and awareness of the possible hazards should perform maintenance on the TM-
50XL.
The user is protected from moving parts and exposure to objects being ejected under pressure
by a metal enclosure. The TM-50XL should never be operated with the enclosure removed.
There are no internal parts that can be serviced by the user.
Always disconnect the machine from air and power supplies, placing the unplugged cables in
clear view before performing any maintenance tasks.
Detailed User’s Guides, maintenance instructions and troubleshooting are available on the V-TEK, Inc. website:
www.vtekusa.com.
Contact Information
V-TEK, Inc.
751 Summit Ave
Mankato, MN 56001
TEL: [phone]
website: http://www.vtekusa.com
email: [e-mail]
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Assembly
1.
Remove Support Plate
Using a 3/32” hex wrench, remove the (4) 4-40x1/2 SHCS from the Support Plate (1a)
attached to the Loading Track (1b).Remove the support plate and discard it and the screws.
Insert the (4) 4-40x1/4 FHCS provided into the loading track where the support plate screws
had been and tighten them using a 1/16” hex wrench.
2.
Attach the Cover Tape Arm
Using a 3/16” hex wrench, remove the (2) 1/4” SHCS located on the backside of the loading
track. Bolt the Cover Tape Arm (2a) to the track support bracket.
There are two amplifiers located on the back of the loading track. Lift the top of the Amplifier
(2b) which is closest to the track. Push the small grey switch which is inside UP. Insert the
double-pronged fiber optic cable from the cover tape arm into the matching opening in the
amplifier. Push the gray switch down and close the amplifier top.
3.
Attach the Take-up Arm
Remove the black knob from the left side of the track support bracket. The take-up support arm
has a dowel pin which locks into position holes on the track support bracket. Slide the Take-Up
Support Arm (3) onto the threaded rod, engaging the dowel pin into the desired position.
Secure the arm in place by tightening the black knob.
Plug the electrical connector into the take-up motor receptacle.
4.
Attach the Payout Arm
Remove the black knob from the right side of the track support bracket. The Payout Arm (4)
has a dowel pin which locks into position holes on the track support bracket. Slide the payout
arm onto the threaded rod. Engage the dowel pin into the desired position and secure the arm
in place by tightening the black knob.
5.
If using the Empty Pocket Detector (EPD) (5a), plug the EPD cable into the EPD Receptacle
(5b)on the left side of the sealer assembly.
6.
Install Air Regulator
Attach the Air Regulator (6) to the back of the sealer controller with the provided screws.
Attach the open end of the blue air hose to the right side of the controller. Connect an airline to
the air regulator and set the regulator to 85 psi. It can be adjusted by lifting the adjustment
knob and turning it. Once it reads 85 psi, push the knob back in to lock it in place.
Note: An air supply is only necessary for the operation of the heat sealer.
Suggested settings are between 85-110 psi.
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Mount the Controller
Using a 5/32” hex wrench, remove the 1/4” BHCS from the top of the Controller Pedestal (7a).
Attach the Controller Baseplate (7b) to the pedestal using the 1/4” BHCS.
Place the Controller (7c) on the controller baseplate. Engage the four corner holes in the
controller baseplate with the four rubber feet on the bottom of the controller so that it is seated
securely.
8.
Connect Cables
Connect the peripheral cable to the right side of the machine and then to the receptacle labeled
Peripheral (8a) on the back of the controller.
Plug the foot switch into the receptacle labeled Foot Switch (8b) on the back of the controller.
Plug the power supply cord into the receptacle labeled Power (8c) on the back of the controller.
Set up
Front View
1. Power/E-Stop & Take-up Controls
2. Payout Arm
3. Cover Tape Arm
4. Take-up Arm
5. Sealer Controls
6. Controller
7. Sealer Position Adjusters
1.
Power On
Turn the Power/Emergency Stop Button (1a) on the front of the controller to turn the TM-50
on. Ensure the Take-up Tension Knob (1b) is fully counterclockwise in the OFF position.
2.
Set Track Width
The width of the loading track adjusts by moving the front track in and out on two Detent
Shafts (2). Pull or push the front track until the correct detent is engaged on both sides. If it is
unclear which position is needed, use a sample of the carrier tape that will be loaded and
compare it to the track. Adjust the loading track as necessary if it does not fit.
3.
Load Carrier Tape
Remove the reel lock from the Payout Reel Spindle (3a) by pulling the two disks apart and
sliding it off the spindle. Place a bulk Carrier Tape Reel (3b) on the payout arm, positioning it
so the tape unwinds from the top and the sprocket holes are on the inside. Replace the reel
lock.
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Guide the tape through the track and past the sealer. Engage the sprocket holes on the Drive
Sprocket teeth. (3c)
4.
Load Cover Tape
Remove the reel lock from the cover tape spindle.Place a Cover Tape Reel (4a) on the cover
tape arm, ensuring the tape unwinds to the right from the bottom of the reel.
Loosen the red knob on the Cover Tape Guide (4b) and set the guide at the correct width.
Attach the cover tape to the carrier tape with blue tabbing tape. Thread both into the sealer
assembly. Run the machine to advance the tapes through the sealer.
Adjust the cover tape tension, turning the Tension Adjustment Knob (4c) on the back of the
cover tape arm IN to increase tension, and OUT to decrease tension.
5.
Load Take-up Reel
Place an empty Take-up Reel (5a) on the Take-up Spindle.(5b) Ensure the reel is the same
width as the carrier tape reel and its diameter is large enough to accommodate the current
taping job.
6.
Sealer Setup
For Heat Seal: Loosen the Roller Pressure Screws (6a) so the rollers are not in contact with
the tape. Turn the Heat Seal Switch ON (6b). Adjust heat shoe air pressure by turning the
Pressure Adjust Knob (6c) clockwise to increase pressure.
Note: Recommended starting air pressure is 50 psi. The maximum air pressure is 110 psi.
For PSA Seal: Ensure the Heat Seal Switch (6b) is OFF. Spin the roller while turning the
Roller Pressure Screws (6a) clockwise until the wheel no longer spins freely, then turn the
screw another 1/8 turn. The roller should be firmly in contact with the tape. Repeat for the other
roller.
7.
Configure Controller Settings
Set controller parameters for the current job, using the keypad to move through the controller
Setup Menu. Select MODE, and then select HEAT or PSA seal.
8.
Test Seal
Use the foot switch to advance tape through the sealer. Check the sealed tape for desired seal
position. To adjust the inner shoe or outer shoe positions, loosen the Position Lock (8a) and
turn the Seal Adjuster (8b). Turning the adjuster counter-clockwise will move the seal toward
the user.
Test a sample of the sealed tape with a peel force tester to ensure the cover tape is firmly
adhered to the carrier tape. The seal should appear as a solid, consistent line. The TM-50 is
now ready for operation.
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