VASTEX F-100 User manual

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
F-100 & F-1000 Flash
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Doc #: 01-03-035A
Models:
F-100
F-100-240
F-1000
F-1000-240
(Please log your machine's serial number and date of purchase for future reference.)
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Electrical Drawing #: ____________________ Rev: _______
Serial #: ________________________ Date: ____/____/____
Contents Page#
 Component Identification 2
 Safety Information 3
 Assembly 4
 Electrical Requirements 5
 Controls 5
 Operation 5
 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 6
 Warranty / Terms and Conditions 7
Original Instructions
Vastex International, Inc.
7 Emery St
Bethlehem, Pa 18015
Phone: [phone]
Web Site www.vastex.com
Authorized Representative in Europe:
Certification Experts BV
Nieuwstad 100 1381 CE Weesp,
The Netherlands
Tel : + 31 (0) 294 – 48 33 55
Fax : + 31 (0) 294 – 41 46 87
Year of Manufacture: 20____

Handle
F-100 & F-1000 Flash
Overall Assembly Diagram
Vertical Adj. /
Locking Collar
Levelers or
Optional Casters
6” Ref.
Flash Head
Flash Head Leveling Bolt
Site Window
(1) Knob # 04-05-106
(1) Lock Collar # 04-05-004
(8) ¼-20 x 1/2 Hex Head Bolts # 04-05-013
(1) ¼-20 x 2¼ Hex Head Bolt # 04-05-164
(9) ¼-20 Serrated Lock Nuts # 04-05-289
(4) 3/8-16 Threaded Levelers # 04-06-027
(3) Handles # 07-04-016-0
(8) #8 x 3/8 Sht Metal Screws # 04-05-080
(4) 3/8-16 Hex Nuts # 04-05-285
(1) Heater Head
(1) Round Post Part# 07-04-007-0
(4) Legs Part# 07-01-011
(1) Square Post Part# 07-04-008-0/07-04-009-0
Inspect all packages while unpacking and notify the shipping company if any damages are
detected. The flash heater head was assembled, tested (burned-in) and packaged in perfect
condition in a proven container. Review the manual before starting assembly.
Component Identification
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Safety Information
 The operator should read and understand the in-
struction manual before operating this equipment.
Store this manual and safety information near the
equipment for easy access to operators.
 VASTEX flash units are intended for the curing of
non-flammable inks on screen printed materials.
Do not use for any other purpose unless authorized
by Vastex International, Inc. Use of this equipment
for any other purpose can be dangerous and may
cause damage to this equipment, voiding the war-
ranty.
 It is recommended that the area around this equip-
ment be designated as a work area and only au-
thorized employees are allowed in this area.
 Children and pets must be kept clear from the
work area.
 Do Not place any objects on top of the heater or
control box; surfaces are hot.
 Never leave equipment unattended.
 DO NOT operate any flash units with any cover or
guard removed.
 Do Not operate if the power cord or heater face is
damaged.
 Operator must be familiar with the controls of the
flash unit before operating.
 Before starting production, check that all covers and
guards are in place, no material has been left on the
flash unit, and the work area is clear of obstructions.
 Make certain when turning on the heater that it is
not positioned over any flammable material, includ-
ing the printer pallet. If heater is allowed to dwell
over pallet for extended periods of time it will dam-
age the pallet surface.
 Always turn off power at the main disconnect at the
end of production.
 Do Not remove any cover or guard until power at
the main disconnect is switched off and locked out.
No unauthorized persons are to be allowed inside
the control boxes.
 Turn off and lock out power at the main disconnect
before cleaning and maintenance.
 Only qualified technicians should be allowed to
make repairs on VASTEX Flash Units.
 Noise and vibration: These units do not pro-
duce noise exceeding 70 dB(A).
Warning
Heat Control and/or power switch should be switched off before plugging and/or unplugging the power cord.
Instructions for placing your equipment into service and use
To place your flash unit into service:
1.) Review the Component Identification section on page 2 to familiarize yourself with the various components of your
machine.
2.) Follow steps 1 through 10 on pages 4 and 5 (Assembly Instructions)
To use your flash unit:
1.) Familiarize yourself with the function of the controls on your unit (see page 5).
2.) Follow the “Heating Operation” procedures on page 5.
Stability during use, transportation, assembly, testing, and foreseea-
ble breakdowns
This equipment is designed and expected to be stable during all foreseeable conditions, provided that the cautions and
instructions in this manual are followed. Do not place any objects on machine heads. If it is necessary to remove the
head/round post assembly from the square post on the base, head assembly flat on the ground — do not try to balance it
upright.
Safe transport, handling, and storage
This equipment is designed to be as safe as possible under all foreseeable conditions of transport, handling, and storage.
Be certain to switch the equipment off, unplug it, and let it cool before handling any parts that become hot during opera-
tion, and before storing. When handling your machinery, be aware of the following weights:
F-100: 39 lbs (18 kg); F-1000: 42 lbs (19 kg)
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2) Slide the square post, with the center hole at
the bottom and the (2) 5/16” bolts/floating nuts
at the top, into the square hole created by the
legs. Insert the 1/4-20 x 2 1/4” lg. hex head bolt
through legs and square post and fasten with
1/4” serrated lock nut. Tighten with a 7/16”
wrench. Evenly tighten all hardware in the as-
sembly. (Do not over tighten.)
3) Turn the assembly over and install four level-
ers or (optional) casters, one at the end of each
leg with (4) 3/8” nuts and washers. Tighten us-
ing 9/16” wrench.
4) Loosen slightly both 5/16” bolts, only enough
for the round post to slide past. Install round
post into square post. Slide the post down until
the end can be seen through the site window.
Tighten both 5/16” bolts to secure the round
post. Do not over tighten bolts.
5) Thread the knob into the lock collar and in-
stall the lock collar onto the post. Position the
lock collar 6" (15 cm) down from the top of the
post and tighten knob fully.
6) Unpack the heater head assembly and uncoil
the line cord.
Be careful not to damage the heater surface!
7) Attach 3 handles, one to each side of the heat-
er head with (12) #8 x 3/8” sheet metal screws
using 1/4” wrench.
8) Carefully slide the heater head over the post
to rest onto the vertical adjustment locking
collar.
1) Position the legs as shown below and bolt
together with 1/4” bolts and serrated lock nuts.
Do not fully tighten at this time.
Tools Required:
1/4” Wrench or nut driver
7/16”, 1/2” & 9/16” Wrench
Adjustable Wrench
Square Post
Cross Bolt 1/4” x 2-1/4” lg.
& lock nut
Flash Head Handles
Round Post
Vert. Adjustment
Locking Collar
Square Post
Site Window
(see enlarged view)
Levelers or
Optional Casters
5/16” Bolts &
Floating Nuts
Spec. Tag
!
Assembly Instructions
Site Window
(Enlarged View)
Square Post Round Post
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9) While firmly supporting the heater head, loosen
the locking knob and adjust the position of the heat-
er to 2-3” (5-10 centimeters) above the pallet.
10) Adjust the flash head parallel to the pallet. Use
a 9/16” wrench to turn in or out the flash head
leveling bolt.
Assembly Instructions Cont.
Receptacle Configurations USA Versions
5-15R 5-20R 6-15R
Electrical Requirements
Models:
Plugs and receptacles listed below are for domestic
(USA) models.
International models are supplied with the
appropriate powercords.
F-100
120Volts, 12.5Amps, 1.65KW
Nema Plug 5-15P
Requires dedicated 15 amp circuit with a good
quality 5-15R receptacle.
F-100-240
240Volts, 6.3 Amps, 1.65KW
Nema Plug 6-15P
Requires good quality 6-15R receptacle.
F-1000
120Volts, 15Amps, 1.95 KW
Nema Plug 5-20P
Requires dedicated 20 amp circuit with a good
quality 5-20R receptacle.
F-1000-240
240Volts, 7.5Amps, 1.95 KW
Nema Plug 6-15P
Requires good quality 6-15R receptacle.
Controls
Heating Operation
Startup: Check that power switch or heat control is
turned off. Plug in the flash unit. Switch on breaker.
Turn on power switch or heat control to “HI”. Allow
heater to reach full temperature, approx. 20 min.
Shutdown: Turn off power switch or heat control.
Switch off circuit breaker. Unplug flash unit.
Operation: The FLASH will effectively flash dry
all types of plastisols and thermoset inks. Set the
control to position 5 and a distance of 2-3" from the
face of the heater to the surface of the garment. The
normal dwell time under the heater is the time you
spend printing another garment. Nevertheless, 8-12
seconds is the time needed to effectively “skin-
over” the ink deposit. Adjust the heat control and/or
distance from the pallet to the heater to achieve
proper cure.
Models:
F100, F-100-240
-Power Switch
Turns on heater
-Heat On Light
This RED light will illuminate when the main power
switch is on.
Models:
F-1000, F-1000-240
-Heat Controller
The control has positions LO-2-3-4-5-6 and HI. The
controller turns the power to the heater on and off to
vary the temperature. The higher the number on the
control the longer the on cycle and shorter the off
cycle is. The “HI” position keeps the power on con-
stantly.
-Heat On Light
This RED light is wired to the controller. It will illu-
minate when the control is turned on, even if the
controller has failed.
! Heater surfaces are very HOT.
Do Not leave Flash Unit turned on and unattended.
Do Not allow Flash Unit to dwell over the pallet for
extended periods of time or damage to pallet top
will result.
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