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AI-002 operation manual > Precautions Regarding to Safety Please observe these safety tips for a safe, efficient, and injury free operation of your equipment. By strictly following all instructions contained in this manual you will certainly obtain an excellent performance from the use of this equipment for many years.
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AI-002 operation manual > Precautions Regarding to Safety (cont.) Issue 1 21.09.09 display version 13 . main controller version 69 . servo version 61 P .4 of 59...
The hot air sealing machine described in this manual is one of the most sophisticated machines in the market today. Built on pure digital platform and designed for the professional users, AI-002 incorporated many new features that makes seam sealing much easier than before. Operators are recommended to have basic knowledge and skill in seam sealing operation before using this machine.
AI-002 operation manual > Specifications Model AI-002 Voltage AC 220 V Frequency 50/60 Hz Power Consumption 3600 W Compressed Air 0.4- 0.6 Mpa Air Consumption 100 L/min max Sealing Speed 1-28, 36–60 ft/min 50 C – 800 C Nozzle Temperature Nozzle Unit 22.0 mm standard, other optional...
AI-002 operation manual > Features Real time variable speed sealing for non-stop long seam, ideal for narrow tape running on curve as well as improving waterproof on crossed seam. Differential speed for top and bottom rollers, ideal for reducing stretch fabric puckering.
AI-002 operation manual > Identification of Components >> Front View tape spool tape dispenser heater upper roller lower roller left foot pedal right foot pedal water filter assembly power switch 10. emergency stop switch Issue 1 21.09.09 display version 13 . main controller version 69 . servo version 61...
AI-002 operation manual > Identification of Components (cont.) >> Heater Positioning Assembly (rear) 1. hot air deflector 2. temperature sensor 3. air nozzle Issue 1 21.09.09 display version 13 . main controller version 69 . servo version 61 P .11 of 59...
As a result, a water proof seam is produced. A hot air machine, like AI-002, produces hot air with precisely controlled temperature to directly heat up the adhesive of seam tape. The heated tape and the fabric are feeding into two oppositely rotating rollers under pressure called nip rollers.
AI-002 operation manual > Preparation for Installation Installation must be carried out by authorized personnel. Follow the steps below: 1. Position the machine on a flat surface and allow at least 50cm clearance on both sides as well as the back side, this is essential for the hot air deflector to work properly and also to allow enough room for carrying out necessary service and maintenance 2.
AI-002 operation manual > Control Method >> Touch Screen Control Panel Almost all settings and timing control of the machines can be input from the touch screen control panel. Use you finger tip to touch the parameter to be modified. Switch to different pages to modify other parameters (refer to section on control menu navigation).
> Control Method (cont.) >> Control Menu Navigation The AI-002 has many parameters that can be adjusted according to the operational situations. These parameters are arranged in different menu pages on the touch screen control panel according to their functionality. The structure of the menu page arrangement is represented in the following diagram.
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AI-002 operation manual > Control Method (cont.) >> Control Menu Navigation (cont.) The followings are typical menu pages, all of them have names at the top left corner for easy identification. Right arrow buttons are for navigating in the operation menu group. Down arrow buttons are for navigating in the support menu group.
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AI-002 operation manual 1. page name 2. next page in the operation menu group 3. previous page in the operation menu group 4. next page in the support menu group 5. hot key to return to page “main” 6. previous page in the support menu group Issue 1 21.09.09...
AI-002 operation manual > Control Method (cont.) >> Pressure Adjustment To adjust corresponding pressure, pull out the adjusting knob by one notch, turn the knob clockwise or anti-clockwise to increase or decrease the neede d pressure accordingly. When finished, lock the air regulator pressure by pushing the adjusting knob toward the regulator.
AI-002 operation manual > Start Up and Shut Down Procedures >> Start up Procedures 1. Switch on the compressed air by turning the main air ON/OFF switch knob 2. Turn on the machine by pressing the green power ON button button once the „main‟...
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AI-002 operation manual > Start Up and Shut Down Procedures (cont.) >> Start up Procedures (cont.) While the language page is displayed, you can choose the preferred language for this machine. The display will store this selection even after the power is switched off.
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AI-002 operation manual After about 10 seconds, the page “main” is displayed meaning the machine is ready for operation. Enable heating by pressing this button IMPORTANT NOTICE ! Briefly after the power is switched on, the electronic nozzle positioning system will relocate the nozzle to a predefined position called home position.
AI-002 operation manual > Start Up and Shut Down Procedures (cont.) >> Shut down Procedures 1. Disable the heating by pressing the HEAT button if the machine is previously in the heating mode. 2. Observe the indicated nozzle temperature, the temperature should gradually drop.
AI-002 operation manual > Basic Operation Please note the locations of basic parameters that you need to set before operating the machine. Refer to the corresponding sections for detail explanation. 1. temperature 2. sealing speed 3. nozzle position (up-down adjustment) 4.
AI-002 operation manual > Basic Operation (cont.) >> Procedures of Seam Sealing Set the heater temperature, nozzle air pressure and fabric speed to the desired values. To begin with, set to 400° C, 0.1Mpa and 12ft/min accordingly. This should be a fair setting to start with.
AI-002 operation manual > Basic Operation (cont.) >> Tape Loading Load the tape on the spool and route the tape thru the tape dispenser as shown below. Make sure the adhesive side of the tape is facing the operator when installing the tape.
AI-002 operation manual > Basic Operation (cont.) >> Nozzle When inserting the tape thru the cutter area, it is best to place the nozzle in the park position. At this time, the tape clamp will be released to facilitate the tape insertion.
The AI-002 hot air sealing machine is engineered to make seam sealing much easier than before. Unique features allow you to fine tune sealing conditions in the time domain level, eliminating traditional problems.
AI-002 operation manual > Advance operation (cont.) >> Personality 1 Press to turn on/off the quill latch. This feature allows the upper roller to latch in the up position after tape is cut. If this function is off, the upper roller will come down after the tape is fed.
> Advance Operation (cont.) >> Advance Mode Traditional hot air machine has only two nozzle positions, swing in and swing out. AI-002 has an additional position called „hovering‟ position in between. The new feature „advance mode‟ keeps the nozzle in the „hovering‟ position during temporary stop.
AI-002 operation manual > Advance Operation (cont.) >> Differential Speed This feature allows the operator to set the upper and lower rollers to run at a slightly different speed. 1. Preset the sealing speed. Press to set the sealing speed to change in %.
AI-002 operation manual > Advance Operation (cont.) >> Electronic Nozzle Position Adjustment This feature allows the operator to adjust nozzle position electronically by input on the touch screen display panel. x direction adjustment buttons (left + right) x direction nozzle position setting...
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AI-002 operation manual > Advance Operation (cont.) >> Electronic Nozzle Position Adjustment (cont.) The normal nozzle adjustment is full speed mode, this is the nozzle position when the roller is running at preset sealing speed. Then start sealing using some test fabric and tape. Adjust the x-direction and the z-direction by pressing on the corresponding buttons while the nozzle is engaged.
AI-002 operation manual > Advance Operation (cont.) >> Memory All operating parameters of the machine including operation data, nozzle position and personality can be stored into one of the 20 memory locations. The data from these locations can be recalled as the current machine setting at any time.
>> Individual Program for Start/ Middle/ End of Tape AI-002 can recognize the stage of tape sealing, individual programs can be used to change the behavior of the machines according to whether the stage is in the start, middle or end of sealing.
During seam sealing, the consistent supply of seam tape to the sealing area is important . Your AI-002 is equipped with a built in digital tensioner to release the seam tape from the tape spool. Route the tape exactly as shown in the below diagram.
AI-002 operation manual > Advance Operation (cont.) >> Alarm You can reset the alarm when the selected alarm is disabled or the fault is fixed. Issue 1 21.09.09 display version 13 . main controller version 69 . servo version 61...
AI-002 operation manual > Maintenance >> Preventative In order to keep the machine in top running condition, regular maintenance is important for trouble free operation. This will minimize possible down time and to prolong machine life. Daily Check the motion of the machine for smoothness and strange noise.
AI-002 operation manual > Maintenance (cont.) >> Procedures for Replacing Parts Temperature sensor The tip of the replaced thermocouple is very important, the location must be the same as shown in the below diagram. Also inspect and make sure that the tip is in the center of the pipe and not touching the metal part.
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AI-002 operation manual > Maintenance (cont.) >> Procedures for Replacing Parts (cont.) Rollers The rollers are needed to be replaced when there are signs of torn or excessive worn in order to maintain the consistence of quality of the finished product. Replace the rollers as shown in the illustration below.
AI-002 operation manual > Trouble Shooting Problem cause solution Check the power supply connection Power cable or plug faulty Reset circuit breaker and investigate the cause Circuit breaker tripped No power in some places Press the power ON button (start)
AI-002 operation manual Appendix A . Nozzle Air Flow Cross Reference Table Nozzle air pressure (Mpa) Air flow (L/min) 0.05 0.06 0.07 0.08 0.09 0.10 Issue 1 21.09.09 display version 13 . main controller version 69 . servo version 61...
AI-002 operation manual Appendix B . Penumatic Scheme Issue 1 21.09.09 display version 13 . main controller version 69 . servo version 61 P .43 of 59...
AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Start Program > Tape Start Program > start of tape quill delay When the upper roller is in the UP position, pressing the left pedal forward will start the sealing process.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Start Program (cont.) > Tape Start Program > start of tape advance roller position This setting controls the timing that the upper roller starts to rotate according to the position of the nozzle when the nozzle is going towards the upper roller.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Start Program (cont.) > Tape Start Program > after cut tape feed length This setting controls the length of tape being fed after the tape is cut. Applies to both foot and hand initiated cutting.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Start Program (cont.) > Tape Start Program > start of tape nozzle penetration speed This setting controls the speed of nozzle moving towards the upper roller during a tape start. A tape start operation only happens once within the same tape.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Start Program (cont.) > Tape Start Program > tape start nozzle down offset This setting controls the temporary operating position of the nozzle during a sealing immediately after a previous intermediate stop.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Start Program (cont.) > Tape Start Program > roller soft start 1 This setting controls the acceleration of the upper roller when starts to rotate until reaching the final speed.
AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Middle Program > Tape Middle Program > micro reverse This setting controls the distance that the roller rotates backward during an intermediate stop while taping. A larger setting increases the angle that the upper roller rotates backward while a smaller settings decrease this angle.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Middle Program (cont.) > Tape Middle Program > motor start delay This setting controls the delay timing that the upper roller starts to rotate, after the nozzle has reached the normal operating position.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Middle Program (cont.) > Tape Middle Program > middle of tape nozzle penetration speed This setting controls the speed of nozzle moving towards the upper roller during a tape middle sealing.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Middle Program (cont.) > Tape Middle Program > tape middle nozzle down offset This setting controls the temporary operating position of the nozzle during a sealing immediately after a previous intermediate stop.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape Middle Program (cont.) > Tape Middle Program > roller soft start 2 This setting controls the acceleration of the upper roller when starts to rotate until reaching the final speed.
AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape End Program > Tape End Program > after cut roller speed This setting controls the sealing speed after the tape is cut. A smaller than normal sealing speed setting will decrease the sealing speed after tape is cut.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape End Program (cont.) > Tape End Program > after cut nozzle retract This setting controls the timing and the retract speed of the nozzle after tape is cut. Position is a reference number that is reset to 0 after tape is cut.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape End Program (cont.) > Tape End Program > after cut roller stop position This setting controls the timing of the top roller stopping rotating after the tape is cut. Position is a reference number that is reset to 0 after tape is cut.
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AI-002 operation manual Appendix D . Tape Start, Tape Middle, Tape End Parameters > Tape End Program (cont.) > Tape End Program > after cut nozzle new position This setting controls the final new nozzle operating position after a tape cut. Immediate after a tape cut, the nozzle will gradually move to a new position.