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Table of Contents Description Page Introduction................................ 1-1 Electrostatic Discharge ..........................1-1 Processor Description..........................1-2 Special Tools.............................. 1-2 Specifications and Data ..........................1-2 Service Procedures............................2-1 Feed Shelf..............................2-3 Adjustment of the Feed Shelf....................... 2-3 Replacement of the Protective Material ....................2-3 Detector Switches ............................
Adjustment of the Replenishment Flow Rates in M35A Processors with Serial No. 10,000 and Above or in M35 Processors with Serial No. 35,000 and Above ........2-40 Adjustment of the Replenishment Flow Rates in M35A Processors with Serial No. 8940 and Below or in M35 Processors with Serial No.
ESD-protected work station or use a portable grounding mat. For help in setting up an Everyone within the organization needs to be aware ESD-protected work station, contact your Kodak of ESD, because partial ESD control is no ESD representative. control at all. Please note: •...
Control of the Solution Temperature Power Requirements The temperature of the developer is adjustable from The M35 Processor uses 200, 208, 220, or 240 approximately 30 to 46°C (85 to 115°F). The volts with a single-phase, 2-wire plus earth ground or...
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Capacity of the Tanks with Racks Installed The KODAK M35 and M35A X-OMAT Processors The developer, fixer, and wash tanks each contain accept film that can be processed in KODAK RP 7.8 litres (2.07 gallons). X-OMAT Chemicals. The RECIRCULATION PUMP for the developer and...
Service Procedures Table of Contents Description Page Feed Shelf ................................2-3 Adjustment of the Feed Shelf ........................2-3 Replacement of the Protective Material ...................... 2-3 Detector Switches ............................. 2-4 Adjustment of the Detector Switches ......................2-4 Replacement of the Detector Switches ....................... 2-5 Crossover Assemblies .............................
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Adjustment of the Replenishment Flow Rates in M35A Processors with Serial No. 10,000 and Above or in M35 Processors with Serial No. 35,000 and Above ............ 2-40 Adjustment of the Replenishment Flow Rates in M35A Processors with Serial No. 8940 and Below or in M35 Processors with Serial No.
Feed Shelf Adjustment of the Feed Shelf Adjust the height of the FEED SHELF to approximately 1.5 mm (0.06 or 1/16 in.) below the NIP of the DETECTOR CROSSOVER 1.5 mm ROLLERS. (0.06 in.) Loosen the 4 SCREWS. Adjust the FEED SHELF for the correct film entry path height by moving the FEED SHELF up or down.
Detector Switches Insert a 5 x 7 inch sheet of film. Adjustment of the Detector Switches Move the drive side DETECTOR SWITCH until the REPLENISHMENT PUMP activates. Check that the REPLENISHMENT Moving parts. PUMP stops in 3 seconds after you remove the sheet of film.
Connect the new SWITCH CABLE. Replacement of the Detector Switches Install the: • new DETECTOR SWITCH • 2 WASHERS Dangerous voltage. • 2 LOCK WASHERS • 2 SCREWS Disconnect the main power. • new WIRE TIES Remove the: Connect the main power. •...
Crossover Assemblies Adjustment for Squareness NOTE Use this procedure to check the GUIDE squareness of any of the SHOE CROSSOVER ASSEMBLIES. Remove the CROSSOVER ASSEMBLY from the processor. Place the CROSSOVER ASSEMBLY on a smooth, flat surface. Loosen the 2 NUTS on the 2 TIE RODS. Check that the 2 SIDE PLATES touch the flat surface evenly.
Rack Assemblies Adjustment for Squareness NOTE Use this procedure to check the squareness of any of the RACK ASSEMBLIES. Remove the RACK ASSEMBLY from the processor. Place the RACK ASSEMBLY on a smooth, flat surface. Loosen the SCREWS on the ends of the 3 TIE RODS.
Drive Chain Adjustment of the Tension on the Drive Chain SIDE PLATE Check that the DRIVE CHAIN is wet with DRIVE solution. GEAR Check that the RACK ASSEMBLY is at approximately the same temperature as the solutions in the tanks, to assure that the DRIVE CHAIN is the correct length.
Loosen the 4 HOLDING SCREWS. Turnaround Assembly Rotate the 4 ADJUSTING SCREWS the same amounts to move the TURNAROUND Adjustment for Squareness ASSEMBLY up or down. NOTE Check that the 2 SIDE PLATES of the TURNAROUND ASSEMBLY touch the flat The illustration shows a DEVELOPER surface evenly.
Disassembling the Turnaround Assembly Remove the: Remove the: • EXIT GUIDE SHOE and the BRACKETS • 4 HOLDING SCREWS • ROLLER above the GUIDE SHOE • CHAIN from the B ROLLER • 2 SPRINGS and LOCKING PLATE from the • TURNAROUND ASSEMBLY TURNAROUND ASSEMBLY •...
Replacement of the B Roller See the illustration on page 2-10. Remove the: • TURNAROUND ASSEMBLY from the RACK GUIDE • 2 SPRINGS SHOE • LOCKING PLATE • 2 A ROLLER ASSEMBLIES • 2 SCREWS • 2 BRACKETS • EXIT GUIDE SHOE •...
Replacement of the A Rollers NOTE Install the: • new A ROLLER on the SHAFT Each TURNAROUND ASSEMBLY has • A ROLLER in the TURNAROUND 2 A ROLLERS. ASSEMBLY Remove the: • LOCKING PLATE • 2 SPRINGS • 2 SPRINGS •...
Move the DRIVE ROLLER to the non-drive Replacement of the Resilient Drive Roller side and remove the KEY from the in the Developer and Fixer Racks SPROCKET. Pull the SHAFT to the drive side to remove it Remove the 2 SPRINGS from the top of the from the non-drive SIDE PLATE.
Replacement of the Resilient Rollers in the Wash Rack Remove the: Remove the 2 SPRINGS. • 2 SCREWS and the ID WASHER from the Pull the 2 SHAFTS of the DRIVE ROLLER TIE ROD and the DRIVEN ROLLER to the drive side to remove them from the non-drive SIDE PLATE.
Dryer Rack Adjustment for Squareness Remove the DRYER RACK from the processor and place it on a smooth, flat surface. Loosen the 2 SCREWS and 2 NUTS from the 2 TIE RODS. Check that the SIDE PLATES touch the flat surface evenly.
Replacement of the Drive Roller Remove the: On the non-drive side, remove the • top and bottom COVERS from the DRYER • O-RING from the COLLAR RACK • PIN • PLENUM • COLLAR • first 3 AIR TUBES On the drive side, remove the O-RING from •...
Main Drive Adjustment of the Main Drive Chain Moving parts. Do not overtighten the DRIVE CHAIN. Disconnect the main power. Move the MOTOR up or down until the Remove the: DRIVE CHAIN is tight. Do not overtighten the DRIVE CHAIN. •...
Alignment of the Main Drive Motor Remove the drive SIDE PANEL, the SETSCREW (3) 2 GUARD SCREWS, and the CHAIN GUARD. Loosen the 3 SETSCREWS. SPROCKET (2) Align the SPROCKETS with the ends of the DRIVE SHAFT and the MOTOR SHAFT. Tighten the 3 SETSCREWS.
Replacement of the Main Drive Shaft, Worm Gears, or Bearing Blocks Remove the CHAIN GUARD. Remove the 4 SCREWS from the 2 BEARING BLOCKS. Loosen the 4 MOUNTING SCREWS. Remove the DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY from Remove the DRIVE CHAIN. the processor. WORM GEAR SCREW...
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Install new WORM GEARS or BEARING BLOCKS if necessary. Install the DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY Place the SHIMS under the BEARING BLOCKS. Do not overtighten the 4 SCREWS. Install the 4 SCREWS in the BEARING BLOCKS. [10] Adjust the position of the BEARING BLOCKS until the DRIVE SHAFT moves freely. [11] Install the DRIVE CHAIN.
Dryer Heater Adjustment of the Dryer Temperature DRYER To check the temperature of the DRYER, TEMPERATURE insert a THERMOMETER, Part No. 761217, CONTROL under the DRYER on the drive side of the KNOB processor. See the illustration. IMPORTANT The correct temperature for the DRYER depends on the condition of the air and on the amount and type of film fed into the processor.
Replacement of the Blower Assembly Install the BRACKET on the DRYER HEATER. Dangerous voltage. Install the 6 MOUNTING SCREWS. Tighten the MOUNTING SCREWS. Disconnect the main power. [10] Connect the CABLE ASSEMBLY to the Remove the: ELECTRICAL BOX. • TOP COVER [11] Install the: •...
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RECEIVING MOUNTING ELECTRICAL COVER SCREW (4) BLOWER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD DRYER HEATER MOUNTING SCREW (2) BRACKET H112_0100DCA H112_0100DA Replacement of the Blower Assembly 981777 2-23...
Replacement of the Dryer Heater or the Heater Core Disconnect the main power. Loosen the 2 SCREWS. Remove the: Remove the HEATER TOP COVER. • TOP COVER Inside the DRYER HEATER: • DRYER RACK Remove the 4 HEX NUTS, not shown. •...
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RECEIVING MOUNTING ELECTRICAL COVER SCREW (4) CIRCUIT BOARD HEATER TOP COVER SCREW (2) HEATER CORE MOUNTING SCREW (2) SCREW (2) EXHAUST HOSE H112_0100DCB H112_0100DA Replacement of the Dryer Heater or the Heater Core 981777 2-25...
Plumbing Adjustment of the Developer Temperature Remove the TOP COVER. Insert a THERMOMETER of known accuracy, such as Part No. 761217, into the non-drive side of the DEVELOPER TANK between the SIDE PLATE of the DEVELOPER RACK and the RACK SUPPORT. The correct temperature is 33.3°C (92°F).
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Close the ELECTRICAL BOX and install the SIDE PANEL. Install the TOP COVER. 100 CIRCUIT BOARD H112_0087BCA H112_0087BC Adjusting the Developer Temperature on the 100 Circuit Board 981777 2-27...
Replacement of the Developer Heater Disconnect the main power. Drain the DEVELOPER TANK or clamp the 2 TUBES to the THERMOWELL. Disconnect the wires to the DEVELOPER HEATER at TB2-9 and TB2-10. When you remove the DEVELOPER HEATER from the THERMOWELL, a small amount of developer may spill.
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Apply SEALANT TL-3230 to the threads of the new DEVELOPER HEATER. Insert the new DEVELOPER HEATER into the Overtightening the DEVELOPER THERMOWELL. HEATER may cause damage to the Check that the DEVELOPER HEATER is in THERMOWELL. the correct position through the HEATER LOCATOR.
Replacement of the Developer Over-temperature Thermostat Disconnect the main power. Drain the DEVELOPER TANK or clamp the 2 TUBES to the THERMOWELL. See the illustration on page 2-30. Disconnect the OVER-TEMPERATURE THERMOSTAT at TB4-15, TB4-16, TB4-8, and TB4-9. When you remove the OVER-TEMPERATURE THERMOSTAT from the THERMOWELL, a small amount of liquid may spill.
Replacement of the Developer Thermistor Disconnect the main power. Drain the DEVELOPER TANK or clamp the 2 TUBES to the THERMOWELL. See the illustration on page 2-30. Disconnect the DEVELOPER THERMISTOR at TB4-13 and TB4-14. When you remove the DEVELOPER THERMISTOR from the THERMOWELL, a small amount of liquid may spill.
Replacement of the Heat Exchangers RACK Dangerous voltage. SUPPORT Disconnect the main power. Disconnect the water supply. SCREW (2) Drain the 3 TANKS. TANK Remove the: CLIP (2) • 2 SCREWS from the RACK SUPPORT • RACK SUPPORT • TANK SEALS •...
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Remove the 2 GLAND NUTS, the GASKET (2) 2 O-RINGS, the 2 WASHERS, and the HEAT FITTING (2) EXCHANGER from the TANK. TANK Install the: • new HEAT EXCHANGER • 2 O-RINGS • 2 WASHERS • 2 GLAND NUTS • TANK in the processor •...
Recirculation Pump Replacement of the Recirculation Pump [10] Connect the water supply. [11] Remove the PINCH CLAMPS. [12] Fill the 3 TANKS with water. Dangerous voltage. [13] Connect the main power. Disconnect the main power. Disconnect the water supply. Remove the TOP COVER and the 2 SIDE Never operate the RECIRCULATION PANELS.
Replacement of the O-Ring Install the OUTER PUMP HOUSING and the 4 WING NUTS. Dangerous voltage. Remove the PINCH CLAMPS. Connect the main power. Disconnect the main power. Remove the TOP COVER and 2 SIDE PANELS. Install PINCH CLAMPS on the tubing of the Never operate the RECIRCULATION RECIRCULATION PUMP to prevent leakage.
Replenishment Pump Replacement of the Replenishment Pump TOP COVER SIDE PANEL (2) EXIT PANEL Dangerous voltage. Disconnect the main power. PUMP COVER Disconnect the water supply. Remove the: • TOP COVER • 2 SIDE PANELS • RECEIVING BIN • DRYER TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB DRYER •...
Adjustment of the Replenishment Pumps TOP COVER BRACKET Remove the TOP COVER and the RECEIVING BIN. Loosen the 2 SCREWS and remove the PUMP COVER. Actuate the DETECTOR SWITCH, by lifting the top DETECTOR ROLLER of the DETECTOR CROSSOVER ASSEMBLY, until the ADJUSTMENT SCREW is visible through the hole in the BRACKET.
Adjustment of the Replenishment Flow Rates in M35A Processors with Serial No. 10,000 and Above or in M35 Processors with Serial No. 35,000 and Above TUBING Remove the TOP COVER. QUICK DISCONNECT Lift the top DETECTOR ROLLER of the METAL DETECTOR CROSSOVER ASSEMBLY.
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50 sheets 25 sheets or less NOTE • KODAK RP X-OMAT Chemicals are recommended. • Replenishment rates are based on one sheet of film. • Film feeding orientation should be consistent for best results. • Slight sensitometric changes will occur as subsequent films are processed through a freshly started process.
Adjustment of the Replenishment Flow Rates in M35A Processors with Serial No. 8940 and Below or in M35 Processors with Serial No. 3760 and Below Remove the: To adjust the developer flow rate, lift the top DETECTOR ROLLER to operate the •...
Periodic Maintenance General Information NOTE • This section includes additional Dangerous Voltage procedures that are not in the Operator Manual, Publication • Disconnect the main power before No. 981158. lubricating the parts. • To provide for optimum operation of the •...
Roller Transport Detector Switches Check that the DETECTOR SWITCHES operate the REPLENISHMENT PUMP. See page 2-4 for adjustment of the DETECTOR SWITCHES, if necessary. Detector Crossover Assembly Clean the DETECTOR ROLLERS with a damp, lint-free cloth or natural sponge. Check: •...
Remove the CROSSOVER ASSEMBLIES from the processor. Rinse the CROSSOVER ASSEMBLIES with running water. If necessary, use a soft brush and warm water or: Developer/Fixer Crossover Assembly Kodak Liquid Developer System Cleaner Kodak Fixer/Wash System Cleaner Fixer/Wash Crossover Assembly Check the ROLLER GEARS for broken or worn teeth. Install new ROLLERS if necessary.
Rinse the RACK ASSEMBLIES with warm water, approximately 44°C (110°F). NOTE Discoloration of the ROLLERS is normal. If necessary, use a soft brush or: Kodak Liquid Developer Developer Rack Assembly System Cleaner Fixer Rack Assembly Kodak Fixer/Wash System Cleaner...
DRIVE CHAIN H112_0109CCB H112_0109CA Checking the Rack Assemblies Turnaround Assemblies Remove the TURNAROUND ASSEMBLIES from the RACK ASSEMBLIES. Clean the DEVELOPER TURNAROUND ASSEMBLY with KODAK Liquid Developer System Cleaner. Clean the FIXER TURNAROUND ASSEMBLY with KODAK Liquid Fixer/Wash System Cleaner. 981777...
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Check the tension of the SPRINGS. Check the BEARINGS. If a ROLLER does not rotate freely on the SHAFT, install new BEARINGS. Check that the ROLLERS move freely in the slots of the LOCATING PLATES. Check that the surfaces of the ROLLERS are smooth. Wipe all ROLLERS with a damp cloth or sponge.
Dryer DRYER Check that all ROLLERS rotate freely. TEMPERATURE Check for broken GEARS. Install new CONTROL ROLLERS if necessary. KNOB Remove dirt and dust from the AIR TUBES. Check the SPRINGS, not shown, for wear. Install new SPRINGS if necessary. Check the temperature at the bottom of the DRYER on the drive side of the processor.
Main Drive Check the DRIVE CHAIN for wear. Install a new DRIVE CHAIN if necessary. Check the tension of the DRIVE CHAIN. See page 2-8 if adjustment is necessary. Lubricate the DRIVE CHAIN if necessary. Check the BEARINGS, SPROCKETS, and WORM GEARS for wear. Install new parts if necessary. Check the teeth of the SPROCKETS.
Plumbing General Check all the CONNECTIONS to the RECIRCULATION PUMPS, the VALVES, TUBING, and TANKS for leakage. Check that the temperature of all incoming water is 4 - 30°C (40 - 85°F). Check the flow rate of the wash water. Drain the TANKS.
Recirculation Pumps DRIP TRAY NOTE When doing periodic maintenance and SPLASH GUARD when changing the processing solutions, check the RECIRCULATION PUMPS and tubing. • Always use a DRIP TRAY and the SPLASH GUARD when you remove RACK ASSEMBLIES. • Never operate the RECIRCULATION PUMPS if the TANKS are empty.
Developer Filter Install a new DEVELOPER FILTER at least once a month or after approximately 1000 sheets of film. Check that the O-RING is correctly seated before installing the CAP. TEMPERATURE READY LIGHT O-RING DEVELOPER FILTER H112_0093CCC H112_0093CA Replacement of the Developer Filter 3-12 981777...
Temperature of the Developer Remove the TOP COVER. Insert a THERMOMETER, Part No. 761217, into the non-drive side of the DEVELOPER TANK between the SIDE PLATE of the DEVELOPER RACK and the RACK SUPPORT. The correct developer temperature is 33.3°C (92°F). If the Developer Is The Temperature Ready Light Is below the correct temperature,...
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Allow the developer to reach the new, adjusted temperature. Check the developer temperature in the DEVELOPER TANK with the THERMOMETER. If the developer temperature is not correct, do steps (c) - (e) again. Close the ELECTRICAL BOX and install the SIDE PANEL. Install the TOP COVER.
Chemical Replenishment Check the replenishment flow rates by doing the procedure on page 2-40 or page 2-42. Check the STRAINERS for debris. Place clamps on the tubing to stop the replenishment flow. Disassemble the STRAINER ASSEMBLIES. Use a brush and warm water to clean the STRAINER ASSEMBLIES and to remove dirt and chemical deposits from the SCREENS.
Interlock Switch Check the operation of the INTERLOCK SWITCH: Press one of the RUN/STANDBY SWITCHES. Remove the TOP COVER. The MAIN DRIVE MOTOR, the BLOWER MOTOR, and the DRYER HEATER will stop. If not, adjust the position of the MAGNETS on the TOP COVER. Install the TOP COVER and do steps (a) - (c) again.
Correcting Difficulties IMPORTANT • Many film transport and sensitometric difficulties can be caused or aggravated by inadequate hardening of the emulsion due to underreplenishment of the developer and fixer solution. • Another cause of inadequate hardening of the emulsion may be deterioration of the developer replenisher because of age or storage at too high a temperature.
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1. Transport Failure 2. Surface Artifacts 3. Abnormal Film Densities 4. Wet Films 5. Low Solution Levels 6. Overlapping of Films • • • • • Change any chemicals that were not mixed correctly, are exhausted, or are contaminated. Change the developer filter if necessary. Check that replenishment flow rates are correctly set.
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1. Transport Failure 2. Surface Artifacts 3. Abnormal Film Densities 4. Wet Films 5. Low Solution Levels 6. Overlapping of Films • Check the time delay. For all transport speeds, the buzzer should sound once the trailing edge of the film has advanced 75 mm (3 in.) into the processor.
Rev. Date ECO No. PCN No. Pub. No. Affected Pages Description September 4014-318 981777 Supersedes Publications 1992 No. 635819 and 635040. The Service Manuals for the M35 and M35A Processors were combined into one manual, and the information updated. 3047sm_c.txt 981777...
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