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Semiautomatic Pallet Wrapping ROBOT BeeWrap Operation and maintenance manual Translation of the “ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS” SBC0029874 Code English language ed. 03-2016 - rev. 0 https://goo.gl/CjKgzr...
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No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written consent of the Manufacturer. Pursuing a policy of continuous improvement, the Manufacturer reserves the right to change this document without notice, provided that such changes do not create risks to safety.
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Warranty Conditions Within the restrictions expressed below, the supplier commits to repairing any possible manufacturing defects that arise during the twelve (12) months of machine, and however no more than thirteen (13) months from the delivery date. The warranty does not cover: - transport damage;...
Summary Safety information Purpose of the manual ........................3 Glossary of the terms ........................4 Attached documentation ........................5 General safety warnings ........................5 Safety Warnings for Handling and Installation ................. 6 Safety Warnings for Operation and Use................... 7 Safety Manager Obligations ......................7 Safety Warnings on Misuse......................
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Reel holding carriages Reel holding carriage (M) ....................... 47 Main components ........................47 Film Coil Feeding ........................48 Tension adjustment of film ......................48 Cleaning and replacing the friction disc ..................49 Replacing the outer surface of roller ................... 50 Reel holding carriage (FM) ......................
Safety information Purpose of the manual – The purpose of the manual is to inform and train operators so that they can interact with the machine in SAFE CONDITIONS. – Its aim is also to prevent risks, to reduce the social costs resulting from accidents and damage to the health of people, pets, property and to the environment.
Safety information Glossary of the terms The glossary includes some terms used when processing information, with their definition, in order to facilitate understanding. – Training: A process aiming at transferring the knowledge, skills and behaviours re- quired to work in an autonomous, correct and hazard-free manner. –...
Safety information Attached documentation The SAFETY WARNINGS and the INSTALLATION MANUAL are supplied as hard- copy publications. – The USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL, operation diagrams and all other post-sale documents can be downloaded from the INTERNET. – The list shows the documentation supplied with the machine. –...
Safety information Safety Warnings for Handling and Installation – The manufacturer has attached special attention to the packaging of the machine, to minimise the risks associated with the shipping, handling and transport phases. – The personnel authorised to handle the machine (loading and unloading) must have acknowledged technical skills and professional ability.
Safety information – The non-compliance with the information provided herein may lead to risks for the safety and health of the persons involved and may also lead to economic damages. Safety Warnings for Operation and Use – The machine must be used by one single operator ONLY, who must be trained and capable of performing the work and be in suitable conditions.
Safety information Safety Warnings on Misuse Improper use: reasonably foreseeable use different from what is specified in the use manual, that may be caused by human behaviour. – ONLY trained, documented and authorized Operators are allowed to use the machine. –...
Safety information Safety Warnings for Maintenance and Adjustments – Always keep the machine in optimum operating condition and carry out the routine maintenance according to the intervals and procedures specified by the Manufacturer. – A good maintenance will ensure a stable performance over time, longer working life and constant compliance with the safety requirements.
Safety information Safety warnings for the electrical equipment The electrical equipment has been built in accordance with the applicable stand- ards and its efficiency is ensured if the listed conditions are met. – Ambient temperature and relative humidity between maximum and minimum permitted limits.
Safety information - Avoid dumping polluting materials and products in the environment (oils, greases, electrical and electronic apparatus etc.). - All the components of Electrical and Electronic Apparatus contain dangerous sub- stances and are appropriately marked. - Dispose of Electrical and Electronic Apparatus Waste properly, at authorised collec- tion centres, to avoid harmful and damaging effects.
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Safety information – Cutting hazard: danger sign warning not to come close to the cutting parts with the upper limbs. – Risk of entanglement: danger sign warning not to come close to the moving parts with the upper limbs. – Information Signal: indicates the required direction of rotation for operation.
Technical Specifications General description of the machine – The semiautomatic robot series Bee- Wrap is a machine designed and built to stabilise palletised products with stretch film. – The products to be wrapped must be contained in packages (cases, con- tainers for liquids, etc.) having a reg- ular shape or in any case, such as to allow for stable palletising.
Technical Specifications Description of the main components A) Handlebar: control that drives the machine during the movement. – The controls installed in the handle- bar start the movement. B) Feeler wheel: Its purpose is to fol- low the perimeter of the pallet during the wrapping cycle.
Technical Specifications Manufacturer and machine identification The identification plate (pictured) is affixed directly to the machine. – In addition to the references for iden- tification provided by the Manufac- turer, they also list all the essential information for a safe operation. A) Manufacturer identification B) Space reserved for CE compliance marking...
Technical Specifications Cycle The figure shows the operating cycle. Stage Ê – Approach the machine to the pallet until touching the feeler. – Tie the trailing end of the film to the base of the product to be wrapped. Ë Stage –...
Technical Specifications Wrapping types The figure shows the wrapping types that can be carried out. – Single wrapping: It starts at the base of the pallet with a series of stabilizing windings and then stops at the top of the pallet with a closing winding. –...
Technical Specifications The operator can decide whether to cut the film when the carriage is in the high position or in the low position. – Double wrapping with sheet feeder: It starts at the base of the pallet with a series of stabilizing windings and temporarily stops at the top of the pallet.
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Technical Specifications – Risk of crushing body parts and lower limbs: do not stay within the operating area while the reel holding carriage is lowering. – Risk of crushing upper limbs: do not introduce or place upper limbs in/ next to any machine moving parts during operation.
Technical Specifications Incorrect uses that are reasonably expected Improper use: reasonably foreseeable use different from what is specified in the use manual, that may be caused by human behaviour. – ONLY trained, documented and authorized Operators are allowed to use the machine. –...
Technical Specifications Description of the safety devices The machine is equipped with safety devices that reduce the risks during the man-machine interaction. A) Emergency stop button: safety control that, in case of an imminent risk, stops all parts whose function might constitute a risk.
Technical Specifications Specifications Table: Technical data of the machine Unit of measure- Description Value ment Electric supply The power supply specifications are those shown in the identification plate applied to the machine. Features of the machine Length, width, height (LxWxH) 1600 x 1200 x 2400 Weight (with acid-type batteries 90 A) traverse speed...
Technical Specifications Description of outer areas The figure shows different areas to be considered in the planning of the installation area. A) Machine working area B) Perimeter area Operation and maintenance manual English language...
Technical Specifications Position of information and safety plates The figure shows the position of the signals applied on the machine. – Please keep safety signs and infor- mation legible and follow the instruc- tions. – Signals which are no longer legible must be replaced and repositioned in the same place of origin.
Use and functioning Recommendations on Operation and Use – The machine must be used by one single operator ONLY, who must be trained and capable of performing the work and be in suitable conditions. – Consult the user manual, in particular during the first use, and make sure that you fully understand its content.
Use and functioning Control description The illustration shows the main com- mands and their description and function are listed. A) Emergency stop button: safety control that, in case of an imminent risk, stops all parts whose function might constitute a risk. –...
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Use and functioning – The controls are enabled only in case of operation in “manual mode” and selector C in position “1”. N) Key: control to select the operation mode. - LED ON: operation in automatic mode. - LED OFF: operation in manual mode. P) Key: control that selects the wrapping type.
Use and functioning Programming of the wrapping operation The intervention aims at programming the parameters according to the wrapping type (single, single with sheet feeder, double, double with sheet feeder). – The figure shows the points of intervention and the de- scription shows the procedures to be adopted.
Use and functioning Emergency stop and new start-up Stop with activation of the emergency button 1. In the presence of an imminent risk press the emergen- cy stop button A. – All moving devices immediately stop. 2. Identify the causes that have caused the stop. 3.
Use and functioning How to start the wrapping cycle The figure shows the points of inter- vention and the description shows the procedures to be adopted. 1. Turn the selector B on position “1”. – The light of the button D remains steadily on.
Use and functioning Automatic wrapping (single or double) The figure shows the points of inter- vention and the description shows the procedures to be adopted. 1. Carry out cycle start operations (See “How to start the wrapping cycle”). – Single mode: the wrapping will au- tomatically stop with the reel holding carriage at the top of the pallet.
Use and functioning Automatic wrapping with sheet feeder (single or double) The figure shows the points of inter- vention and the description shows the procedures to be adopted. 1. Carry out cycle start operations (See “How to start the wrapping cycle”). –...
Use and functioning How to recharge the battery The accumulator battery must be charged any time the status bar D is close to the minimum threshold. – The operation will automatically stop when the minimum charging thresh- old is reached (LED H4 ON). Important To prevent a sudden stop, recharge as soon as possible.
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Use and functioning – In case of prolonged inactivity, periodically perform a full recharge of the battery. - Lithium battery: recharge every 2 months - Acid battery: recharge every 2 - 3 weeks – For further details see the specific manual. English language Operation and maintenance manual...
Maintenance Recommendations for maintenance interventions – The personnel authorized to carry out the ordinary maintenance must have qualified expertise and specific skills in the field of intervention. – Any work on the electrical system must ONLY be performed by technicians with ac- knowledged, field-specific skills.
Maintenance Scheduled maintenance intervals Always keep the machine in optimum operating condition and carry out the routine maintenance according to the intervals and procedures specified by the Manufac- turer. – A good maintenance will ensure a stable performance over time, longer working life and constant compliance with the safety requirements.
Maintenance Daily check of the safety bumper The check is necessary to verify the efficiency of the safety system and to maintain a suitable efficacy level to prevent unexpected risks. – The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by person- nel with suitable competences, skills and knowledge.
Maintenance Monthly check of the safety bumper The check is necessary to verify the efficiency of the safety system and to maintain a suitable efficacy level to prevent unexpected risks. – The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by person- nel with suitable competences, skills and knowledge.
Maintenance Yearly check of the safety bumper The check is necessary to verify the efficiency of the safety system and to maintain a suitable efficacy level to prevent unexpected risks. – The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by person- nel with suitable competences, skills and knowledge.
Maintenance Problems, causes, remedies The table shows the list of faults that can occur during the standard operation and it highlights possible remedies. Table: Operation failures Problem Cause Remedy - See “Stop with activation of the Emergency stop button pressed emergency button”...
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Maintenance Problem Cause Remedy Reel holding carriage jogging Presence of residues or dust on the - Remove any residues. motion. reel holding carriage sliding guides The operating functions cannot be - Check the functionality of the component. Faulty radio control started by using the radio control - Replace the component.
Maintenance How to adjust the feeler The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by personnel with suitable competences, skills and knowledge. Make sure to fulfil the required requirements in order to work under safe condi- tions. –...
Maintenance Pallet detecting photocell sensitivity adjustment The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by personnel with suitable competences, skills and knowledge. Make sure to fulfil the required requirements in order to work under safe condi- tions. –...
Maintenance Replacing the lifting belt of the carriage The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by personnel with suitable competences, skills and knowledge. Make sure to fulfil the required requirements in order to work under safe condi- tions.
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Maintenance 18. Install the component H and lock it in place with the fastening elements G. 19. Lead the belt over the roller Q. 20. Insert the pin L to connect the end of the belt to the pulley R. 21.
Maintenance Machine Disposal and Scrapping MACHINE DISMANTLING ▀ – Disconnect the supplies form the energy sources (electrical, pneumatic, etc.) in order to prevent any restart. – Carefully drain the systems containing hazardous substances, according to the appli- cable regulations on safety at work and environmental protection. –...
Reel holding carriages Reel holding carriage (M) Main components A) Structure: it is equipped with rollers for the vertical travelling of the car- riage on the column. – In the structure a fall arrest system is installed, which stops the carriage in case of lifting belt failure.
Reel holding carriages Film Coil Feeding 1. Lower the reel holding carriage until its endstroke. 2. Lift the lever F to its vertical position. 3. Remove the cardboard core of the reel. 4. Insert the new reel. Check whether the wrapping film has the same chemical-physical charac- teristics as the film in the reel holding carriage.
Reel holding carriages Cleaning and replacing the friction disc – The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by personnel with suitable com- petences, skills and knowledge. – Make sure to fulfil the required re- quirements in order to work under safe conditions.
Reel holding carriages Replacing the outer surface of roller – The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by personnel with suitable com- petences, skills and knowledge. – Make sure to fulfil the required re- quirements in order to work under safe conditions.
Reel holding carriages Reel holding carriage (FM) Main components A) Structure: it is equipped with rollers for the vertical travelling of the car- riage on the column. – In the structure a fall arrest system is installed, which stops the carriage in case of lifting belt failure.
Reel holding carriages Film Coil Feeding 1. Lower the reel holding carriage until its endstroke. 2. Remove the cardboard core of the reel. 3. Insert the new reel. Check whether the wrapping film has the same chemical-physical charac- teristics as the film in the reel holding carriage.
Reel holding carriages Cleaning and replacing the friction disc – The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by personnel with suitable com- petences, skills and knowledge. – Make sure to fulfil the required re- quirements in order to work under safe conditions.
Reel holding carriages Replacing the outer surface of roller – The operation must be carried out by the maintenance technician or by personnel with suitable com- petences, skills and knowledge. – Make sure to fulfil the required re- quirements in order to work under safe conditions.
Reel holding carriages Reel holding carriage (LP) Main components A) Structure: it is equipped with rollers for the vertical travelling of the car- riage on the column. – In the structure a fall arrest system is installed, which stops the carriage in case of lifting belt failure.
Reel holding carriages Film Coil Feeding 1. Lower the reel holding carriage until its endstroke. 2. Open the cover G. 3. Remove the cardboard core of the reel. 4. Insert the new reel. Check whether the wrapping film has the same chemical-physical charac- teristics as the film in the reel holding carriage.
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