Brady PAM 3600 Service Manual
Brady PAM 3600 Service Manual

Brady PAM 3600 Service Manual

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PAM 3600
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  • Page 1 Printer Applicator System PAM 3600 Service Manual Edition 1/07...
  • Page 2 Identification Solutions Division W.H. Brady Lindestraat 21 6555 W. Good Hope Road Industriepark C3 PO Box 2131 9240 Zele Belgium Milwaukee, WI 53201 U.S.A. Phone: +32 52 457 811 Phone: 1-800-537-8791 e-mail: support@brady.be Fax: 1-800-292-2289 All specifications about delivery, design, performance and weight are given to the best of our current knowledge and are...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ..............................5 Scope of Information ........................... 5 Important Information ..........................5 General Safety Instructions ......................... 6 Safe Handling of Electricity .......................... 7 Printer Types ............................... 7 Component Location ........................... 8 Printer ..............................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Service Manual PAM 3600 Adjusting the Guide Plate .......................... 50 Adjusting the Sensors of the Peel-off Table ....................51 Adjusting the Sensors of the Printhead ..................... 52 Adjusting the Torques at the Hubs ......................5 Measuring the Traction at the Internal Rewinder ................. 5 Measuring the Traction at the Ribbon Take Up and the Ribbon Supply Hub ........
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Service Manual PAM 3600 1 Introduction Introduction Scope of Information This manual is intended for use by qualified service and maintenance personnel. The technical information included relates to hardware and mechanical parts of the Printer Applicator System PAM 3600. Information related to operation will be found in the Operator's Manual. If a problem occurs, which cannot be solved with the help of this manual, please contact the Technical Service Department.
  • Page 6: General Safety Instructions

    1 Introduction Service Manual PAM 3600 General Safety Instructions Follow the general safety rules below: Keep the area around the device clean at all times! • Avoid performing maintenance which might expose persons to danger or make the device a source of danger! •...
  • Page 7: Safe Handling Of Electricity

    Service Manual PAM 3600 1 Introduction Safe Handling of Electricity Follow the additional instructions below when handling electricity: Find out the positions of the emergency and the power switch in order to operate them quickly in an emergency • situation! Do not work alone under dangerous working conditions or while working on devices with non-protected •...
  • Page 8: Component Location

    1 Introduction Service Manual PAM 3600 Component Location Printer Figure 1a Overview printer 1 Ribbon take up hub 2 Control panel and display  Ribbon supply hub 4 Swing arm with guide roller 5 Guide roller 6 Media supply hub 7 Internal rewinder 8 Power connector 9 Power switch...
  • Page 9: Applicators

    Service Manual PAM 3600 1 Introduction Applicators PAM 3602 PAM 3603 Figure 1b Overview applicators 1 Energy-chains 2 Sensor 1 main cylinder  Main cylinder 4 Sensor 2 main cylinder (PAM 3602 only) 5 Slide valve 6 Lift cylinder (PAM 3603 only) 7 Turn cylinder (PAM 3602 only) 8 Pad holder 9 Pad...
  • Page 10: Options

    1 Introduction Service Manual PAM 3600 Options Figure 1c Overview options 1 Warning light 2 Warning sensor, ribbon end  Warning sensor, label end 4 Antistatic burst 5 Blow tube Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 11: Expanded Functions For Servicing

    Service Manual PAM 3600 2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Expanded Functions for Servicing The Service Key and the OEM Key There are a service key (Part No. 5540301) and an OEM key (Part No. 5540304) for accessing special service functions which are not accessible to the operator. The OEM key enables: selecting the correct device name (Set OEM Name).
  • Page 12: Expanded Functions In The "Setup" Menu

    2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Service Manual PAM 3600 Expanded Functions in the "Setup" Menu There are a variety of parameters that can be set to configure the printer to specific requirements. There are three different methods to set the parameters of the Printer Configuration: Configuration via the control panel (see Operator's Manual), •...
  • Page 13: Expanded Functions In The "Test" Menu

    Service Manual PAM 3600 2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Expanded Functions in the "Test" Menu The test functions allow the operator or the service personnel to obtain an overview of the most important printer settings and hardware configurations. The following functions can be called in the "Test" menu. Short status* •...
  • Page 14 2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Service Manual PAM 3600 Figure 2b Status Print with Service Key inserted Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 15: Device List

    Service Manual PAM 3600 2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Device List The most important hardware components installed in the printer and the connected optional devices are listed in the "Device list" submenu. Please also refer to the "Test Functions" section of the Operator's Manual for the printout of the device list and further information.
  • Page 16: Label Profile

    2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Service Manual PAM 3600 Label Profile The label profile printout contains additional information with the service key inserted. Print out the label profile as follows: Insert the service key into the Master USB socket. Select the "Test" menu in the offline menu and confirm with the key.
  • Page 17 Service Manual PAM 3600 2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Insert the service key into the Master USB socket. Switch from online mode to the offline menu by pressing the key. Select the "Test" menu in the offline menu and confirm with the key.
  • Page 18: Event Log

    2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Service Manual PAM 3600 Event Log The label printer stores the following events in the event log: Hardware fault • Adjustment of the label sensor • Firmware updates • Service counters reset • The event log can only be called with the service key inserted. Print out the event log as follows: Insert the service key into the Master USB socket.
  • Page 19: Expanded Functions In The "Service" Menu

    Service Manual PAM 3600 2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Expanded functions in the "Service" Menu In the "Service" menu, the operator only has access to the "Firmware update" and "Firmware from card" function. The following functions are available after the service key respective the OEM key have been inserted: Firmware update Firmware from card* Clear service counter...
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Label Edge Sensor

    2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Service Manual PAM 3600 Adjusting the Label Edge Sensor The function "Adjust gap sensor" enables the label edge sensor to be adjusted. This is necessary when the label edge sensor itself or the CPU PCB are replaced. NOTICE! In order to avoid the influence of light from the outside, check the adjustment of the sensor with the cover closed and housing mounted!
  • Page 21: Loading The Nvram

    Service Manual PAM 3600 2 Expanded Functions for Servicing Loading the NVRAM The "Load NVRAM" function is used to reload a previously saved printer configuration from a CompactFlash memory module. This function is only accessible with the service key inserted and the CF card in the slot. Load the NVRAM as follows: The printer is switched on.
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    3 Maintenance Service Manual PAM 3600 Maintenance The printer requires little maintenance. It is important to clean the thermal printhead regularly. This guarantees a consistently good printed image and plays a major part in preventing premature wear of the printhead. Otherwise, the maintenance work is limited to occasion cleaning of the device and the rollers.
  • Page 23: Cleaning The Print Roller And The Transport System

    Service Manual PAM 3600 3 Maintenance Cleaning the Print Roller and the Transport System If the print roller and the rollers of the transport system become contaminated with dirt, label adhesive, ink or rest of labels, the movement of the media and print quality may also be adversely affected. WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply!
  • Page 24: Cleaning The Brake

    3 Maintenance Service Manual PAM 3600 Cleaning the Brake It is recommended to clean the brake regularly. Otherwise it is possible that the transport of the paper is adversely affected. WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 3c Cleaning the brake 1 Brake 2 Screw...
  • Page 25: Cleaning The Pad

    Service Manual PAM 3600 3 Maintenance Cleaning the Pad During operation, dust particles accumulate on the pad. It is recommended to clean the pad regularly. WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 3d Cleaning the pad 1 Valve 2 Pad Slightly pull the valve (1) until the bleed position is reached.
  • Page 26: Replacing Assembly Units

    4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Replacing Assembly Units Recommended Tools The following tools are recommended for servicing the PAM 3600 Printer-Applicator-System: Standard Tools double open-end wrench 4x5 double open-end wrench 5,5x7 double open-end wrench 8x9 double open-end wrench 10x13 double open-end wrench 12x14 double open-end wrench 14x17 allen key 1,5;...
  • Page 27: Replacing The Printhead

    Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units Replacing the Printhead WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! CAUTION! Damages by electrostatic loading! Ground yourself to the chassis before you remove or install the printhead. This will prevent a static discharge from your body through the printhead to ground.
  • Page 28: Replacing The Print Roller And The Feed Roller

    4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Replacing the Print Roller and the Feed Roller WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 4b Replacing the print roller or the feed roller 1 Head plate 2 5 screws 3 Feed roller 4 Print roller...
  • Page 29: Replacing The Transport Locking Roller

    Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units Replacing the Transport Locking Roller WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 4c Replacing the transport locking roller 1 Transport locking roller 2 E-ring 3 Knurled knob Remove label stock and transfer ribbon from the printer.
  • Page 30: Replacing The Pinch Roller

    4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Replacing the Pinch Roller WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 4d Preparation 1 Gear 2 Belt 3 4 screws 4 Main motor 5 Belt 6 Pulley 7 Snap ring Remove label stock and transfer ribbon from the printer.
  • Page 31 Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units Figure 4e Replacing the pinch roller 8 Transport locking roller 9 Spring 10 Knurled knob 11 Bearing plate 12 4 screws 13 Pinch roller 14 Guide roller 8. Hang out the spring (9). NOTICE! Pay attention on the spring on the other side of the transport locking roller (8), do not hang out it by moving the roller or the knurled knob.
  • Page 32: Replacing The Label Edge Sensor

    4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Replacing the Label Edge Sensor WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 4f Replacing the label edge sensor 1 Cable 2 Label edge sensor 3 Hole 4 Screw Remove label stock and transfer ribbon from the printer.
  • Page 33: Replacing The Slip Clutches

    Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units Replacing the Slip Clutches The rewinders for the ribbon and the media and the brake for the ribbon supply hub are equipped with slip clutches. A slip clutch has to be replaced when it can not longer be adjusted. The assembly instructions for the clutches also have to be observed when a winder has to be replaced.
  • Page 34: Replacing The Slip Clutch On The Ribbon Take Up Hub

    4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Replacing the Slip Clutch on the Ribbon Take Up Hub Figure 4h Slip clutch on the ribbon take up hub 1 Screw 2 Motor bracket 3 Tappet 4 Slip clutch 5 Bearing on the take up hub 6 Lugs of the clutch 7 2 set screws 8 Knurled nut of the clutch...
  • Page 35: Replacing The Slip Clutch On The Ribbon Supply Hub

    Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units Replacing the Slip Clutch on the Ribbon Supply Hub Figure 4i Slip clutch on the ribbon supply hub 1 Snap ring 2 Washer 3 Clutch 4 Lug 5 Flat 6 Spring legs Remove the snap ring (1) and the washer (2).
  • Page 36: Replacing The Main Drive Motor

    4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Replacing the Main Drive Motor WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! 05/N31 G-TESTED PRINTHEAD SUPPLY POMER SENSOR Figure 4l Replacing the main drive motor 1 CPU PCB 2 Plug 3 Gear 4 Belt...
  • Page 37: Replacing The Cpu Pcb

    Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units Replacing the CPU PCB WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 4m Replacing the CPU PCB 1 Fixing screw 2 Stepper motor driver 3 CPU PCB 4 Heat conductor pad 5 Cooling rib If possible backup the settings of the printer configuration on a CompactFlash card as described in the chapter...
  • Page 38 4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 05/N31 G-TESTED PRINTHEAD SUPPLY POMER SENSOR Figure 4n Connectors at the CPU PCB 6 Label edge sensor 7 Low-voltage input from power pack 8 Printhead logic connector 9 Control panel 10 Transfer ribbon sensor 11 Applicator control PCB 12 Applicator control PCB (alternative) 13 Sensor transport locking roller...
  • Page 39: 4.10 Replacing The Power Unit

    Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units 4.10 Replacing the Power Unit WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! While switched-on, the power unit has a voltage of up to 380 V as a function of the capacitor.
  • Page 40: Replacing The Applicator Control Pcb And Firmware Update Of The Applicator Module

    4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 4.11 Replacing the Applicator Control PCB and Firmware Update of the Applicator Module WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 4p Replacing the applicator control PCB 1 Fixing screw 2 Controller with firmware 3 Applicator control PCB...
  • Page 41: 4.12 Replacing The Sensors

    Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units 4.12 Replacing the Sensors WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Sensors of the Printer Module CON4 CON8 CON6 OC10 CON5 CON7 LED2 CON3 CON1 CON2 LED1 LED8 LED7...
  • Page 42 4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Sensors peel-off table View A View B D-A93V D-A93V View C Figure 4r Replacing the sensors peel-off table 8 Canal 9 Cable 10 Screw 11 Base plate 12 Sensor peel-off table Remove label stock and transfer ribbon from the printer. Remove the cover.
  • Page 43 Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units Sensor transport locking roller Figure 4s Preparation 13 Head plate 14 5 screws Remove label stock and transfer ribbon from the printer. Remove the cover. Pull out the concerning plug (fig. 4q, 7) on the CPU PCB (fig. 4q, 6). Loosen the five screws (14) and remove the head plate (13).
  • Page 44 4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Sensors printhead cylinder Figure 4u Replacing the printhead cylinder sensors 19 Printhead cylinder sensor Remove the cover. Loosen the screw on the concerning sensor (19). Remove the cable from the cable holder (fig. 4q, 2). Remove the plug (fig.
  • Page 45 Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units Switch paper end LIFT CYL. Figure 4v Replacing switch paper end 20 Switch paper end 21 3 screws 22 Plate 23 Screw Remove label stock and transfer ribbon from the printer. Remove the cover. Remove the flange and the adapter from the media supply hub.
  • Page 46: Sensors Of The Applicator Module

    4 Replacing Assembly Units Service Manual PAM 3600 Sensors of the Applicator Module Figure 4w Unscrewing the sensors of the applicator module 1 Sensors Unscrew the respective sensor (1) by loosening the corresponding screw. Figure 4x Replacing the sensors of the applicator module 2 Plug 3 Screw 2.
  • Page 47: 4.13 Disassembling The Energy-Chains

    Service Manual PAM 3600 4 Replacing Assembly Units 4.13 Disassembling the Energy-Chains If a cable contained in the energy-chains is to be changed, proceed as follows: Figure 4y Disassembling the energy-chains 1 2 screws 2 Holder 3 First track link Loosen the two screws (1) of one of the holders (2) and take the chains from the holder.
  • Page 48: Adjustments

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Adjustments Adjusting the Peel-off Table For optimum print and application quality, it is important to adjust the front position and the back position of the peel- off table exactly. This adjustment has already been performed in the factory. Nevertheless, it may become necessary to adjust it. WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply!
  • Page 49: Adjusting The Printhead

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments Adjusting the Printhead For optimum print quality, the line of heating elements on the printhead must be parallel and adjusted correctly to the print roller. This adjustment has already been performed in the factory. Nevertheless, it may become necessary to adjust it.
  • Page 50: Adjusting The Guide Plate

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Adjusting the Guide Plate It is possible that the guide plate (2) becomes loose by the movement during the operating process. For that reason it is necessary to readjust the guide plate to guarantee a proper print image. WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply!
  • Page 51: Adjusting The Sensors Of The Peel-Off Table

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments Adjusting the Sensors of the Peel-off Table After replacing a sensor ore after mechanical adjustments it is necessary to adjust the sensors of the peel-off table. The correct adjustment of the peel-off table can be checked by watching the concerning LEDs on the applicator control PCB.
  • Page 52: Adjusting The Sensors Of The Printhead

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Adjusting the Sensors of the Printhead After replacing a sensor it is necessary to align the concerning sensor of the printhead. By watching the concerning LEDs on the applicator control PCB the correct adjustment of the printhead can be checked.
  • Page 53: Adjusting The Torques At The Hubs

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments Adjusting the Torques at the Hubs The rewinders for the transfer ribbon and the media are equipped with slip clutches. The transfer ribbon supply hub is braked during printing by another slip clutch. The slip clutches are used to adjust the torques of the hubs. The correct adjustment of the torques of these clutches is essential: Ribbon take up hub for the exact transport of the transfer ribbon during label transport,...
  • Page 54: Measuring The Traction At The Ribbon Take Up And The Ribbon Supply Hub

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Measuring the Traction at the Ribbon Take Up and the Ribbon Supply Hub The traction at the ribbon take up and at the supply hub is measured by using a test collar (Part no. 5534199). In this case the distance l results from the radius of the test collar (30 mm).
  • Page 55: Adjusting The Torques

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments Adjusting the Torques If the measured values differ from the set values proceed the adjustment as follows. WARNING! Mortal danger by electric shock! Disconnect power supply! Switch off compressed air! Figure 5k Adjusting the torques 1 Knurled nut of the clutch ribbon take up hub 2 Clutch of the ribbon take up hub 3 Clutch of the ribbon supply hub...
  • Page 56: Adjusting The Brake At The Media Supply Hub

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Adjusting the Brake at the Media Supply Hub The media supply hub is equipped with a brake system. The torque of this system is depending by the position of the swing arm (1). This system of brake and swing arm make it possible: to speed up the media supply hub soft also when using heavy label stock and high print speed, •...
  • Page 57: Adjusting The Label Edge Sensor

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments Adjusting the Label Edge Sensor To adjust the label edge sensor see section 2.4. Setting the Speed of the Compressed Air Driven Assemblies Setting the Speed of the Peel-off Table Movement The speed of the peel-off table movement can be set via two valves. Those valves regulate the speed of the compressed air.
  • Page 58: Setting The Speed Of The Printhead Movement

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Setting the Speed of the Printhead Movement The speed of the printhead movement can be set via two valves. Those valves regulate the speed of the compressed air. LIFT CYL. Figure 5n Setting the speed of the printhead movement 1 Valve for upward movement 2 Valve for downward movement 3 Valve key printhead...
  • Page 59: Setting The Speed Of The Turn/Lift Cylinder Movement

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments Setting the Speed of the Turn/Lift Cylinder Movement The speed of the turn cylinder (PAM 3602) respective the lift cylinder (PAM 3603) movement also can be set via two valves. LIFT CYL. Figure 5o Setting the speed of the turn/lift cylinder movement 1 Valve key turn/lift cylinder 2 Valve for movement from the dispense edge 3 Valve for movement to the dispense edge...
  • Page 60: Setting The Speed Of The Main Cylinder Movement

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Setting the Speed of the Main Cylinder Movement The speed of the lift cylinder movement can be set via two throttle valves which are mounted on the cylinder. Those valves regulate the speed with which the compressed air escapes the two air containers. The valves are adjustable by turning the respective throttle screws.
  • Page 61: 5.10 Pneumatic Setting Of The Printhead Pressure

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments 5.10 Pneumatic Setting of the Printhead Pressure If there are problems with the print quality the pressure of the printhead can be measured and adjusted to the recommended value. LIFT CYL. Figure 5q Setting the printhead pressure 1 Screw 2 Tube 3 Valve key printhead...
  • Page 62: 5.11 Pneumatic Setting Of The Brake

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 5.11 Pneumatic Setting of the Brake If there are problems with the brake during operation the pressure of the brake can be measured and adjusted to the recommended value. LIFT CYL. Figure 5r Setting the pressure on the brake 1 Screw 2 Tube 3 Tube...
  • Page 63: 5.12 Pneumatic Setting Of The Supporting Air

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments 5.12 Pneumatic Setting of the Supporting Air If a blow tube is installed sometimes it is necessary to set the strength of the supporting air. It is dependent from the size and the format of the label. LIFT CYL.
  • Page 64: 5.13 Pneumatic Setting Of The Table

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 5.13 Pneumatic Setting of the Table If there are problems with the table during operation the pressure of the table can be measured and adjusted to the recommended value. View A LIFT CYL. H5/06 1bar=0,1MPa Figure 5t Setting the pressure on the table 1 Screw...
  • Page 65: 5.14 Adjusting The Sensors Of The Applicator Module

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments 5.14 Adjusting the Sensors of the Applicator Module Normally the sensors are adjusted by the factory. But it can be necessary to adjust the sensors e.g. after replacing one of the sensors. Adjusting the Sensor Turn/Lift Cylinder The sensor checks the movement of the turn respective the lift cylinder.
  • Page 66: Adjusting The Labeling Position Sensor

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Adjusting the Labeling Position Sensor This sensor checks if the main cylinder reaches the application position. If the pad is in the position to apply the label (lower end position) the integrated LED is switched on. The labeling pressure for stamping the label onto the product can be altered by moving the labeling position sensor.
  • Page 67: Adjusting The Sensor 1 Main Cylinder

    Service Manual PAM 3600 5 Adjustments Adjusting the Sensor 1 Main Cylinder The sensor checks if the main cylinder reaches its upper end position. If the sensor is adjusted exactly the integrated LED is switched on. Figure 5w Adjusting the sensor 1 main cylinder 1 Sensor 2 Screw 3 Holder...
  • Page 68: Adjusting The Sensors 2 Main Cylinder (Pam 3602 Only)

    5 Adjustments Service Manual PAM 3600 Adjusting the Sensors 2 Main Cylinder (PAM 3602 only) There are two sensors 2 main cylinder to check if the pad reaches the intermediate position correctly. At the intermediate position the turn cylinder carries out the swing movement of the pad. It is very important that the pad swings without damage.
  • Page 69: Problem Solution

    Service Manual PAM 3600 6 Problem Solution Problem Solution Errors During Printing Error Cause and Solution The printer has a print job but The input signals to start the print of every single label is not connected or not used; does not print check the connections at the PLC interface.
  • Page 70 6 Problem Solution Service Manual PAM 3600 Error Cause and Solution Table is not in its front position; Loss of compressed air, check all connections. error message "Table not in frt" is Sensor peel-off table not adjusted, adjust it. shown in the display.. Sensor peel-off table defective, replace it.
  • Page 71: Failure Of Device Functions

    Service Manual PAM 3600 6 Problem Solution Failure of Device Functions Error Possible Solutions No movement of material Mechanical check of the gears and belts, replace damaged gears or belts. Replace CPU PCB. Replace stepper motor. No printing (no printed image) Check the printhead cable, re-seat if necessary.
  • Page 72: Permanently Displayed Hardware Errors

    6 Problem Solution Service Manual PAM 3600 Permanently Displayed Hardware Errors Error Message Possible Solutions ADC malfunction Error of CPU PCB; replace PCB. dRAM malfunction Error of CPU PCB; replace PCB. FPGA malfunction Error of CPU PCB; replace PCB. Head open Error of sensor transport locking roller;...
  • Page 73: Appendix A: Block Diagram

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix A: Block Diagram Appendix A: Block Diagram Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 74 Appendix A: Block Diagram Service Manual PAM 3600 Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 75: Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams PCB CPU: CPU, Clock Timer, Clock, BDM Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 76: Pcb Cpu: Centronics, Interface Slot, Rs-232

    Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PCB CPU: Centronics, Interface Slot, RS-232 Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 77: Pcb Cpu: Dram, Flash

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams PCB CPU: dRAM, Flash Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 78: Pcb Cpu: Printhead Connection

    Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PCB CPU: Printhead Connection Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 79: Pcb Cpu: Fpga, History Ram

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams PCB CPU: FPGA, History RAM Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 80: Pcb Cpu: Power Supply, Motor Driver

    Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PCB CPU: Power Supply, Motor Driver Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 81: Pcb Cpu: Sensors, Ad Converter

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams PCB CPU: Sensors, AD Converter Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 82: Pcb Cpu: Usb Host

    Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PCB CPU: USB Host Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 83: Pcb 1 Control Panel

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams PCB 1 Control Panel Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 84: Pcb Control Panel

    Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PCB Control Panel B-10 Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 85: Pcb Applicator Control: Controller

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams PCB Applicator Control: Controller Printer Applicator System PAM 3600 B-11...
  • Page 86: Pcb Applicator Control: Inputs/Outputs

    Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PCB Applicator Control: Inputs/Outputs B-12 Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 87: Pcb Valve Connection

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams PCB Valve Connection PCB Ribbon Sensor Printer Applicator System PAM 3600 B-13...
  • Page 88 Appendix B: Circuit Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 B-14 Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 89: Appendix C: Layout Diagrams

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix C: Layout Diagrams Appendix C: Layout Diagrams PCB CPU: Components side Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 90: Pcb Cpu: Soldering Side

    Appendix C: Layout Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PCB CPU: Soldering side Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 91: Pcb 1 Control Panel: Components Side

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix C: Layout Diagrams PCB 1 Control Panel: Components side PCB 1 Control Panel: Soldering side PCB Control Panel Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 92: Pcb Applicator Control: Components Side

    Appendix C: Layout Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PCB Applicator Control: Components side PCB Applicator control: Soldering side Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 93: Pcb Valve Connection

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix C: Layout Diagrams PCB Valve Connection PCB Ribbon Sensor: Components side PCB Ribbon Sensor: Soldering side Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 94 Appendix C: Layout Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 95: Appendix D: Pneumatic Diagrams

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Appendix D: Pneumatic Diagrams Appendix D: Pneumatic Diagrams PAM 3600 with Applicator 3602 ASSY. MANIFOLD PRINTER Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 96: Pam 3600 With Applicator 3603

    Appendix D: Pneumatic Diagrams Service Manual PAM 3600 PAM 3600 with Applicator 3603 ASSY. MANIFOLD PRINTER Printer Applicator System PAM 3600...
  • Page 97: Index

    Service Manual PAM 3600 Index Index Label edge sensor, adjusting ..........20 Adjust gap sensor ...............20 Label edge sensor, replacing..........2 Antistatic burst ..............10 Labeling position sensor, adjusting........66 Applicator control PCB, replacing ........40 Label profile ................16 Applicators, overview............9 Lift cylinder ................9 Applicator types ..............7 Lift cylinder movement, setting the speed ......59 Load NVRAM..............21 Blow tube ................10...
  • Page 98 Index Service Manual PAM 3600 Ribbon supply hub ..............8 Ribbon supply hub, measuring the traction ......54 Ribbon supply hub, slip clutch ..........5 Ribbon take up hub ..............8 Ribbon take up hub, measuring the traction .......54 Ribbon take up hub, slip clutch...........4 Save NVRAM ..............20 Sensor 1 main cylinder, adjusting ........67 Sensor lift cylinder, adjusting ..........65...

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