Adfustable case sealer with accuglide ii taping heads (82 pages)
Summary of Contents for 3M 3M-Matic AccuGlide 3 200a
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Serial No. production delays. For reference, record machine serial number here. "3M-Matic"and "AccuGlide" are Trademarks of, 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes 3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 3M Center, Building 220-5E-06 Printed in U.S.A.
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This instruction manual covers safety aspects, handling and transport, storage, unpacking, preparation, installation, operation, adjustments, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair work and servicing plus parts list of the 3M-Matic 200a-NA Adjustable case sealer. 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes 3M Center, Building 220-5E-06 St.
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Order parts by part number, part description, and quantity required. Also, when ordering parts or additional manuals, include model/machine name, machine type, and serial number that are located on the identifi cation plate. 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes 3M-Matic ™...
TABLE OF CONTENTS - MANUAL 1: 200a Adjustable Case Sealer (For Taping Head Information - See MANUAL 2: AccuGlide™ 3 Taping Heads - 2 inch) 200a Adjustable Case Sealer Page Cover Page Replacement Parts and Service Information ................ i - ii Table of Contents .........................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) 12. Operation 12.1 Operator’s Correct Working Position ................25 12.2 Starting the Machine ......................25 12.3 Starting Production ......................25 12.4 Tape Replacement ......................25 12.5 Box Size Adjustment ......................25 12.6 Cleaning ........................... 25 12.7 Table of Adjustments ......................25 12.8 Safety Devices Inspection ....................
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ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS, ACRONYMS 3M-Matic - Trademark of 3M St. Paul, MN 55144- 1000 AccuGlide - Trademark of 3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Scotch - Trademark of 3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Drw. - drawing - for example Fig.
1-INTRODUCTION 1.1 Manufacturing Specifi cations / Description / Intended Use The 3M-Matic 200a Adjustable Case Sealer with AccuGlide 3 Taping Heads is designed to apply a “C” ® clip of Scotch pressure-sensitive fi lm box sealing tape to the top and bottom center seam of regular slotted containers.
3M’s factory or an authorized service station designated by 3M. A part will be presumed to have become defective after its warranty period unless the part is received or 3M is notifi ed of the problem no later than fi...
3-SAFETY 3.1 General Safety Information 3.2 Explanation of Signal Word and Possible Consequences Read all the instructions carefully before starting work with the machine; please pay particular atten- tion to sections marked by the symbol: This safety alert symbol identifi es important messages in this manual.
3-SAFETY (continued) 3.3 Table of Warnings WARNING • To reduce the risk associated with mechanical and electrical hazards: − Read, understand, and follow all safety and operating instructions before operating or servicing the case sealer. Figure 3-2 − Allow only properly trained and qualifi...
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3-SAFETY (continued) WARNING • To reduce the risk associated with sharp blade hazards: − Keep hands and fi ngers away from WARNING Sharp Blade tape cutoff blades under orange blade guards. The blades are extremely sharp. IMPORTANT! Tape cutting blade. Never remove the safety device which covers the blade on the top and bottom taping units.
3-SAFETY (continued) 3.4 Operator's Qualifi cations WARNING - Machine Operator - Mechanical Maintenance Technician • To reduce the risk associated with - Electrical Maintenance Technician mechanical and electrical hazards: - Manufacturer’s Technician/Specialist − Read, understand, and follow all safety (See Section 3.11) and operating instructions before operating or servicing the case sealer.
3-SAFETY (continued) Skill 2a: Electrical Maintenance Technician 3.11 Operator's Skill Levels Required to Perform This operator is trained to use the machine as the the Main Operations on the Machine MACHINE OPERATOR and in addition is able to: • Work with the safety protection disconnected The Table shows the minimum operator's skill for •...
3-SAFETY (continued) 3.12 Component Locations Refer to Figure 3-9 below to acquaint yourself with the various components and controls of the case sealer. Also refer to Manual 2 for taping head components. Upper Taping Head Height Adjustment Emergency Handle Stop Switch Upper Head...
Electrical: 115 Volt,60Hz, 1.9 A (220 watts) The machine is equipped with a 2.4m [8 foot] standard neoprene covered power cord and a grounded plug. Contact your 3M Representative for power requirements not listed above. 2. Operating Rate Box drive belt speed is approximately 0.5 m/s [100 feet per minute].
4-SPECIFICATIONS (continued) Specifi cations 6. Tape Roll Diameter Up to 405mm [16 inch] maximum on a 76.2mm [3 inch] diameter core. ® (Accommodates all system roll lengths of Scotch fi lm tapes.) 7. Tape Application Leg Length – Standard 70 mm ± 6mm [2.75 inch ±. 25 inch ] Tape Application Leg Length –...
4-SPECIFICATIONS (continued) Right Side Left Side Box Travel 10. Machine Dimensions Minimum 1350 [Inches] [31] [36 1/2] [53] [18] [24***] [24 1/2] Maximum 2185 [Inches] [86***] [35***] * Infeed/Exit conveyors are optional ** Casters are optional *** When columns are adjusted to upper position, "B" minimum/maximum dimension decreases by 90 mm [3 1/2 inches] and "H"...
5-SHIPMENT-HANDLING-STORAGE, TRANSPORT 5.1 Shipment and Handling of Packed Machine - The machine is fi xed on the pallet with four (4) bolts and can be lifted by using a fork truck. - The package is suitable to travel by land and by air. - Optional sea freight package is available.
6-UNPACKING 6.1 Uncrating Removal of Pallet Loosen and remove nuts and brackets using the The envelope attached to the shipping box contains the uncrating instructions of the machine (Figure 6-1). open end spanner supplied in the tool box (Figure 6-4). Figure 6-4 Figure 6-1 A cardboard box is located under the machine body.
7-INSTALLATION 7.1 Operating Conditions The machine should operate in a dry and relatively clean environment (See Specifi cations). 7.2 Space Requirements for Machine Operation and Maintenance Work Minimum distance from wall (Figure 7-1): A = 1000mm. B = 700mm. Minimum height = 2700mm. Figure 7-2 7.4 Machine Set-Up / Bed Height Adjust machine bed height.
7-INSTALLATION (continued) Cut the plastic ties holding the lower taping head in 7.5 Removal of Plastic Ties position (Figure 7-6). Cut the plastic which attaches the top head to the frame and remove the polystyrene blocks (Figure 7-4). Figure 7-6 Figure 7-4 Cut the plastic strap which attaches the strip and the 7.6 Assembly Completion...
7-INSTALLATION (continued) One Way Tension 7.7 Completion of Taping Heads Roller See Manual 2 for Complete Instructions: Tension 1. Place the Upper Taping Head in a convenient Wrap working position .2. Use Figure 7-8 and tape threading label. Roller Position the tape supply roll so the adhesive Knurled side of tape is facing the front of the taping head Roller...
8-THEORY OF OPERATION 8.1 Description of the Working Cycle After having closed the top fl aps of the carton, the operator pushes it under the top infeed end in order to avoid the opening of the top fl aps. Further push- ing causes the two top and bottom belts to drive the box through the taping heads which automatically seal the top and bottom seams.
10-SAFETY DEVICES OF THE MACHINE 10.1 Blade Guards 10.3 Electric System Both the top and bottom taping units have a blade The electric system is protected by a ground wire guard. (See Manual 2: AccuGlide™ 3 Taping whose continuity has been tested during the fi nal Heads - 2 inch).
11 - SET UP AND ADJUSTMENTS 11.1 Box Width Adjustment Place box on infeed end of frame bed and align top fl ap center seam with arrows on front of upper frame. Move in and lock the side by tightening the appropriate knobs (Figure 11-1).
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11 - SET UP AND ADJUSTMENTS (continued) Figure 11-5 Figure 11-4 Figure 11-6 11.5 Special Set-Up Procedure for Outer Column Repositioning Moving the outer columns up one set of mounting holes increases the maximum box height handled by the 200a-NA case sealer and decreases the minimum conveyor bed height. 1 - Place solid blocks approx.
12-OPERATION 12.1 Operator's Correct Working Position and 12.3 Starting Production Operational Flow (Figure 12-1). After having adjusted the machine according to the box dimensions (height-width), let the machine run without cartons and check its safety devices. Then start the working cycle. 12.4 Tape Replacement and Threading See Manual 2: AccuGlide™...
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12-OPERATION (continued) 12-OPERATION 12.9 Trouble Shooting Guide 12.9 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE CAUSE CORRECTION CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION When pressing the ON button The lockable emergency stop Release the emergency stop When pressing the ON button, the The lockable emergency stop Release the emergency stop the machine does not start button is pressed...
12-OPERATION (continued) 12.9 Trouble Shooting Guide (continued) 12-OPERATION PROBLEM PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE CAUSE CAUSE CORRECTION CORRECTION CORRECTION Drive belts break Worn belt Replace belt Drive belts break. Worn belt. Replace belt. Squeaking noise as boxes Dry compression rollers Lubricate compression rollers Squeaking noise as boxes pass pass through machine Dry compression rollers.
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12-OPERATION (continued) 12.9 Trouble Shooting Guide (continued) 12-OPERATION PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION The blade does not cut tape The blade is dull and/or has Replace the blade The blade does not cut tape or the The blade is dull and/or has broken Replace the blade.
13-MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 13.1 Safety Measures (see section 3) 13.2 Tools and Spare Parts Supplied with the Machine Carrying out maintenance and repairs may imply the necessity to work in dangerous situations. See Spare Parts Order Section. 13.3 Recommended Frequency of Inspection and Maintenance Operations Operation Frequency Qualifi...
13.8 Box Drive Belt Replacement Note – 3M recommends the replacement of drive belts in pairs, especially if belts are unevenly worn. Lower Drive Belts (Figure 13-4) 1. Remove and retain center plate (A) and four (4) screws.
13-MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS (continued) 13.9 Drive Pulley Rings Before installing a new belt, check the orange plastic drive pulley rings for wear. If torn, broken, or worn smooth, replace the rings (Figure 13-6). Figure 13-6 WARNING • To reduce the risk associated with mechanical and electrical hazards: - Turn electrical supply off and disconnect before performing any adjustments, maintenance or servicing the machine or taping heads.
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13-MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS (continued) Refer to Figure 13-8 and adjust belt tension as follows: 1. Remove and retain center plate/front cover and four screws. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, M10 lock nut with a 17 mm open end wrench. 3.
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13-MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS (continued) 13.11 List of the Maintenance Operations Date: Description of Operation ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________ ________________________________________________________________ ________...
14-ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS 15-ENCLOSURES / SPECIAL INFO. 14.1 Information for Disposal of Machine (ELV) The machine is composed of the following materials: - Steel structure - Nylon rollers - Drive belts in PVC - Nylon pulleys For machine disposal, follow the regulations published in each country.
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• SERIAL NUMBER • FIGURE NO. • POSITION • 3M PART NO. (11 DIGITS) • DESCRIPTION • QUANTITY Refer to Manual 2 for recommended taping head spare parts. IMPORTANT! The machine is constantly revised and improved by our designers. The spare parts catalogue is also periodically updated.
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Important – Not all the parts listed are normally stocked items. Some parts or assemblies shown are available only on special order. Contact 3M/Tape Dispenser Parts to confi rm item availability. Options and Accessories For additional information on the options and accessories listed below, contact your 3M Representative.
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Technical Assistance / Replacement Parts and Additional Manuals: Call the 3M-Matic™ Help line at 1-800 328-1390. Provide the customer support coordinator with the model/ machine name, machine type, and serial number that are located on the identifi cation plate (For example: Model 700a - Type 39600 - Serial Number 13282).
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Instruction Manual ™ AccuGlide Upper and Lower Taping Heads - 2 Inch Type 10800 Table of Contents Page Replacement Parts and Service Information .................... i - ii Table of Contents............................Equipment Warranty and Limited Remedy ....................Intended Use ............................Taping Head Contents / How to Use Manual.................... Important Safeguards ..........................
If any part is defective within this warranty period, your exclusive remedy and 3M’s and seller’s sole obligation shall be, at 3M’s option, to repair or replace the part. 3M must receive actual notice of any alleged defect within a reasonable time after it is discovered, but in no event shall 3M have any obligation under this warranty unless it receives such notice within fi...
Scotch pressure-sensitive fi lm box sealing tape to other than 3M-Matic™ case sealers. This includes ® the top and/or bottom center seam of regular slotted replacement of other types of taping, gluing or containers.
Important Safeguards This safety alert symbol identifi es CAUTION important safety messages in this manual. READ AND UNDERSTAND • THEM BEFORE INSTALLING OR To reduce the risk associated with muscle OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. strain: − Use proper body mechanics when removing or installing taping heads that are Explanation of Signal Word Consequences moderately heavy or may be considered...
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Important - In the event the following safety labels are damaged or destroyed, they must be replaced to ensure operator safety. See "Replacement Parts Illustrations and Parts Lists" for label part numbers. Upper Taping Head Label 78-8137-3317-3 Lower Taping Head Label 78-8137-3316-5 Figure 1-1 Replacement Labels/3M Part Numbers 78-8070-1335-0 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
Guard Width – 107mm [4.2 inches] When upper and lower taping heads are used on “3M-Matic” case sealers, refer to the respective instruction manual specifi cations for box weight and size capacities. Operating Rate: Conveyor speeds up to 0.5 m/s [100 feet per minute].
fi le a damage claim immediately with the to 90mm [3-1/2 inches]. transportation company and also notify your 3M Note – AccuGlide™ 3 Upper and Lower Taping Representative. Heads - 2 Inch is supplied with a buffi ng arm guard.
Operation (Continued) WARNING • To reduce the risk associated with shear, pinch, and entanglement hazards: − Turn air and electrical supplies off on associated equipment before performing any adjustments, maintenance, or servicing the machine or taping heads − Never attempt to work on the taping heads or load tape when the box drive system is running •...
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Operation (Continued) Figure 3-4 Place tape roll on tape drum to dispense tape with adhesive side forward. Seat tape roll fully against back fl ange of drum. Adhere tape lead end to threading needle as shown. WARNING Figure 3-4 – Tape Loading/Threading •...
Maintenance WARNING • To reduce the risk associated with shear, pinch, and entanglement hazards: − Turn air and electrical supplies off on associated equipment before performing any adjustments, maintenance, or servicing the taping heads − Never attempt to work on the taping head or load tape while the box drive system is running •...
Maintenance (Continued) WARNING • To reduce the risk associated with shear, pinch, and entanglement hazards: − Turn air and electrical supplies off on associated equipment before performing any adjustments, maintenance, or servicing the taping heads − Never attempt to work on the taping head or load tape while the box drive system is running •...
Adjustments WARNING • To reduce risk associated with shear, pinch, and entanglement hazards: - Turn air and electrical supplies off associated equipment before performing any adjustments, maintenance, or servicing the machine or taping heads. - Never attempt to work on the taping head or load tape while the box drive system is Figure 5-1 –...
Adjustments (Continued) WARNING • To reduce risk associated with shear, pinch, and entanglement hazards: Turn air and electrical supplies off associated equipment before performing any adjustments, maintenance, or servicing the machine or taping heads. Never attempt to work on the taping head or load tape while the box drive system is running.
Adjustments (Continued) WARNING • To reduce the risk associated with One-Way shear, pinch, and entanglement Tension hazards: Roller - Turn air and electrical supplies off associated equipment before perform- ing any adjustments, maintenance, or servicing the machine or taping heads. - Never attempt to work on the taping head or load tape while the box drive system is running...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide Cause Correction Problem The tape is threaded incorrectly The tape must go around the wrap The tape leg on the front of the case is too long roller before going around the one-way tension roller The tape tension is too low Adjust the one-way tension roller The knurled roller drags Check for adhesive build-up...
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Troubleshooting (Continued) Troubleshooting Guide Cause Correction Problem There is excess tension on the Adjust the one-way tension roller Tape is tabbing on the trailing leg tape drum assembly and/or the and/or the tape drum assembly on the back of the box one-way tension roller assembly Rollers in the tape path do not Clean adhesive deposits from...
Spare Parts/Service Information Recommended Spare Parts Listed are a set of spare parts that will periodically require replacement due to normal wear. These parts should be ordered to keep the taping heads in production: AccuGlide™ 3 Upper Taping Head - 2 inch Qty.
Refer to the fi rst page of this instruction manual "Replacement Parts and Service Information" for replacement parts ordering information. IMPORTANT – Not all the parts listed are normally stocked items. Some parts or assemblies shown are available only on a special order basis. Contact 3M/Tape Dispenser Parts to confi rm item availability. 2009 February...
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™ Taping Head Assemblies - AccuGlide 3 Upper and Lower Taping Heads - 2 Inch Figure 10401 Figure 10925 (Upper) Figure 10924 (Lower) Figure 10923 Figure 10922 Figure 10919 (Upper) Figure 10921 Figure 10920 (Lower) 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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17 18 Figure 10925 – Upper Head 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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Figure 10925 – 2" Upper Head Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 10925-1 78-8137-3294-4 Frame – Tape Mount Upper Assembly 10925-2 78-8137-3295-1 Frame – Front Upper Assembly 10925-3 78-8068-4143-9 Guide – #1 10925-4 78-8068-4144-7 Guide – #2 10925-5 78-8060-7818-0 Screw – Hex Hd, M4 x 12...
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12 11 Figure 10922 – Upper and Lower Heads 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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Figure 10919 – Upper Head 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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Figure 10919 – 2" Upper Head Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 10919-1 78-8137-3300-9 Buffi ng Arm – Sub Assembly 10919-2 78-8137-3301-7 Buffi ng Arm – Sub Assembly 10919-3 78-8052-6575-4 Shaft – Roller 10919-4 78-8137-1398-5 Roller - Buffi ng Assembly...
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Figure 10923 – Upper and Lower Heads 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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Figure 10923 – 2" Upper and Lower Heads Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 10923-1 78-8137-3302-5 Link – Assembly 10923-3 78-8137-3304-1 Shaft – Pivot, Buffi ng 10923-4 78-8017-9082-1 Bearing – Special 30 mm 10923-5 78-8017-9106-8 Screw – Bearing Shoulder 10923-6 26-1003-5829-5 Screw –...
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Figure 10921 – Upper and Lower Heads 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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Figure 10921 – 2" Upper and Lower Heads Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 10921-1 78-8137-3307-4 Frame – Cut-Off Weldment 10921-2 78-8017-9173-8 Blade – 65 mm/2.56 Inch 10921-3 26-1003-8596-7 Screw - Hex Hd M5 x 8 w/ Ext. Tooth Lockwasher...
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11 15 Figure 10401 – Upper and Lower Heads 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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Figure 10401 – 2" Latch Upper and Lower Heads Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 10401-1 78-8070-1395-4 Bracket – Bushing Assembly 10401-2 78-8076-4519-3 Shaft – Tape Drum, 50 mm 10401-3 78-8017-9169-6 Nut – M18 x 1 10401-4 78-8098-8827-0 Tape Drum Sub Assembly – 2 Inch Wide...
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Figure 10924 – Lower Head 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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Figure 10924 – 2" Lower Head Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 10924-1 78-8137-3296-9 Frame – Tape Mount Lower Assembly 10924-2 78-8137-3297-7 Frame – Front Lower Assembly 10924-3 78-8068-4144-7 Guide – #2 10924-4 78-8068-4143-9 Guide – #1 10924-5 78-8060-7818-0 Screw – Hex Hd, M4 x 12...
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Figure 10920 – Lower Head 2009 February AccuGlide 3 Taping Head - 2"...
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Figure 10920– Lower Head Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 10920-1 78-8137-3300-9 Buffi ng Arm – Sub Assembly 10920-2 78-8137-3301-7 Buffi ng Arm – Sub Assembly 10920-3 78-8052-6575-4 Shaft – Roller 10920-4 78-8137-1398-5 Roller - Buffi ng Assembly 10920-5 78-8070-1220-4 Spacer –...