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Summary of Contents for Formech FLB1000
- Page 1 Formech Line . . . Bender FLB1000 FLB1000 Installation, Operating and Service Manual For Parts, Service & Technical Assistance Telephone: +44 (0) 1582 469 797 Fax: +44 (0) 1582 469 646...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
A. Cooling Jig (Optional Extra) B. Adjustable Back Gauge (Optional Extra) Digital Timer Warranty Service / Repair Electrical Troubleshooting Parts Identification Technical Data Electrical Specifications Mechanical Functions Electrical Schematic and Major Components Parts Listing EC Directive Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 3: Safety
Safety Thank you for choosing Formech. Please read and follow the below safety instructions before attempting to install or operate your machine. • Do not operate the machine until you have been trained and are fully conversant with it. • Read and understand all of the user manual. -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction The FLB1000 is a manually operated line bending machine that is capable of producing high quality bends in plastic sheet from standard materials up to 1000mm wide. Operating from a normal domestic electrical supply the FLB1000 Line Bender is easy to use with simple controls. -
Page 5: Control Functions
6. Material Clamp. This holds the plastic material in position during the heating process. 7. Digital timer. 8. Gap adjusters. Safety Notice It is advisable to monitor the heating stage by making frequent observations. Never leave the machine unattended when actively heating plastic. Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 6: Operating Procedure
The material is then placed into the cooling jig (you can build your own or purchase our cooling jig in the accessories section) to cool down to a predetermined angle, while the next sheet of material is placed on the line bender. Manual - Formech FLB1000... - Page 7 B. Basic Operation (continuation) Line Bender with Optional Adjustable Back Gauge in standard position. Line bender with optional Adjustable Back Gauge in extended position. The fence allows you to accurately position your material for production runs. Manual - Formech FLB1000...
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Page 8: Heater
Care must be taken with other materials such as ABS, which is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture, which can result in blistering along the bend. The sheet should be formed when the plastic is sufficiently relaxed to bend to the desired angle. Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 9: Accessories
Accessories A. Cooling Jig (Optional Extra) Cooling jig with adjustment from 0 - 180 degrees. B. Adjustable Back Gauge (Optional Extra) This allows the material to be placed in the exact position each time. Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 10: Digital Timer
Pressing all three buttons transfers the time measured to the Time Setting, which then can be adjusted in the normal manner. The ‘Time Setting’ is stored and is shown after the power has been restored when the unit has been turned off. Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 11: Warranty
Warranty Reliability and a long service life are synonymous with the Formech brand and we offer a 12 month warranty with the machine. Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 12: Service / Repair
If you are unable to resolve any problem relating to your machine, or if you wish to order spare parts please contact us at the below address, stating the model (FLB1000) the serial No. (on specification plate) and a full description of the fault or parts required. -
Page 13: Parts Identification
Parts Identifi cation 1280 (50“) 1- Power Switch ON/OFF 2- Temperature Regulator 3- Power Inlet Receptacle + Fuse 4- Measurement Guides 5- Specifi cation plate (7“) 6- Material Clamp 7- Digital Timer (13“) Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 14: Technical Data
- Fuses 5 amp on machine Mechanical - Width: 1280mm - Depth: 330mm - Height: 175mm - Weight: 15Kg - Life of element: many years depending on usage Functions - Bending width – 1000mm - Sheet thickness – up to 10mm Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 15: Electrical Schematic And Major Components Parts Listing
Technical Data Electrical Schematic and Major Components Parts Listing Manual - Formech FLB1000... -
Page 16: Ec Directive
Is in conformity with the provisions of the following other EC Directives: 2004 / 108/EC – EMC 2006 / 95/EC – LVD Technical File Compiled by: Martin Smith Formech International Limited, Unit 4, Thrales End Farm, Thrales End Lane, Harpenden ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Hertfordshire AL5 3NS, United Kingdom …………………………………………………………………………………………………………... - Page 17 South America Telephone: 312.396.4072 Fax: 312.396.4073 spares@formechinc.com Formech International Limited Unit 4, Thrales End Farm, Thrales End Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3NS U.K. Tel: +44 (0)1582 469 797 Fax: +44 (0)1582 469 646 Email: info@formech.com Manual - Formech FLB500...
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