Chapter 2, Getting Started; Installation Procedures; Air & Power Requirements - Advanced Poly-Packaging T-1000 Operation Manual

2. Getting Started
This chapter describes in detail procedures to receive and setup the T-1000, including uncrating,
environmental, air and power requirements, assembly, and height adjustments. Additionally, this
chapter describes how to turn on power to the T-1000 and properly thread bags through the
machine.

2.1 Installation Procedures

The T-1000 is transported as a single unit in a custom crate designed to protect the machine
during shipment. It is shipped completely assembled except for a few items which are easily
attached during installation with final adjustment for proper placement of touch screen, dancer
assembly, foot switch, funnel and guards.
Unpacking
: After removing the stretch wrapping, remove the outer crate from the skid which
contains the T- 1000. Unfasten the base support brace from the skid. Carefully lower the
T-1000 from the skid. Transport the T-1000 to the operating location prior to placing the Touch
Screen in position and unfastening the dancer assembly.
Operating Environment
: The T-1000 should be placed in an area free of excessive heat,
moisture, dirt and dust. Operating room temperature should range from 50 to 100 degrees
Fahrenheit.
2.2 Air & Power Requirements
Power Requirements
: Provisions must be made for 115 VAC, 50/60 Hz line current with
ground. Full Load Current for T-1000: 12 AMPS.
CAUTION:
A qualified electrician should ensure that the T-1000 power outlet is properly
grounded, voltages are as required and amperage capacity is sufficient. Note: APPI
recommends a dedicated 20 Amp circuit for the T-1000.
Air Requirements
: At least 2 CFM free air is required, regulated to 80 PSI. Note: Air should
be dry and oil-free.
2.3 Assembly Instructions
Choose an operating location considering traffic flow, availability of bag supplies, supply of
product to be packaged, takeaway of finished packages, placement of auxiliary infeed equipment
and placement of takeaway conveyor(s). Operating location, the first step is to remove any
inner packaging, banding or wires.
Touch Screen Assembly/Position
: The Touch Screen has been secured for transportation in
a positioned "face in" with protective wrapping. Holding the Touch Screen preventing it from
falling, loosen the set screw located in the clamp collar at the top of the upper "T" column. Pull
the shaft from the clamp collar approximately 6" and tighten the collar. Holding the Touch
Screen module, loosen the "ball" clamp lever and position the touch screen. (Fig 2-1).
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