OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Contents Contents Safety guidelines Air cushion types – FILLER Air cushion types – WRAPPER Machine overview Technical data Recommended settings Accessories and spare parts Initial operation Operating instruction Preset function – quick selection Lock function Change the knife Change the Teflon belt Change the transport belt Film guide pins...
All persons who use this machine must be familiar with the content of these operating instructions and must carefully follow the safety guidelines. AirWave Packaging shall not be responsible for damage resulting from improper use of the machine or non-observance of the safety guidelines.
Our standard version – Polyethylene 20 µm (0.8 mil) 7.1-7.3 with 700 m (23000 ft.); 7.4-7.5 with 600 m (1970 ft.) Type 7.1 AirWave air cushion filler 100 x 210 mm (3.9 x 8.3 in) Ideal for filling small voids and for use as an intermediate layer Type 7.2 AirWave air cushion filler 150 x 210 mm (5.9 x 8.3 in)
Our standard version – Polyethylene 20µm (0.8 mil) 8.1-8.6 with 450 m (1480 ft.); 8.3 600 with 300 m (980 ft.) Type 8.1 AirWave wrapper 420mm (16.5 in) 2 large chambers 2 large chambers for large volumes and for use as a top layer Type 8.2 AirWave wrapper 420mm (16.5 in) 2 small chambers...
12 m / min (39 ft. / min) Weight: 6.25 kg Color: Standard: anthracite / blue (individual on request) AirWave2 dimensions (l / w / h): 413 / 316 / 232 mm (16.3 / 12.5 / 9.2 in) extendible base 150 mm (6 in)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Recommended settings Temperature Air Volume Blowing Time Cushio 8m/min 12m/min 20m/min n Type (26ft/min) (39ft/min) (66ft/min) °C °F °C °F °C °F PE 20 µm (0.8 mil): +0,5 +0,3 +0,1 +0,5 +0,3 +0,1 +0,5 +0,3 +0,1 *8.1 *8.2 **8.3 -0,1 **8.4...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Temperature Air Volume Blowing Time Cushi 8m/min 12m/min 20m/min (26ft/min) (39ft/min) (66ft/min) Type °C °F °C °F °C °F SuperECO 12 µm (0.5 mil): *8.1 *8.2 **8.3 -0,1 **8.4 -0,1 -0,3 -0,1 -0,3 -0,3 -0,3 8.3 XL -0,3 -0,3 Heavy Duty 26 µm (1.0 mil): +0,5...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Temperature Air Volume Blowing Time Cushi 8m/min 12m/min 20m/min (26ft/min) (39ft/min) (66ft/min) Type °C °F °C °F °C °F Bio 20 µm (0.8 mil): +0,5 +0,3 +0,1 +0,5 +0,3 +0,1 +0,5 +0,3 +0,1 *8.1 *8.2 **8.3 -0,1 **8.4 -0,3 -0,1 -0,3...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Initial operation Switch on machine Connect power to the machine and switch on the machine. The start screen will appear automatically after approximately 3 seconds on the display.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Insert film roll Please rotate the spindle anti-clockwise (about 1/2 turn) to unlock the core holder. To load and also to unload a film roll. Turn clockwise to lock. Please note that the roll sits all the way on the spindle.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating instruction Use the touch display to set the sealing temperature, film length, and air volume. Start, Stop function Once machine is powered on the sealing unit starts heating up. When set target temperature is achieved „Start panel“ change color.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Adjust seal temperature Adjust seal temperature by touching temperature panel Touch to adjust target temperature. Then touch to close setting page and return to start screen. The machine starts heating or cool down until set temperature. Please have a little patience. Air cushion production can only start when target temperature is achieved.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preset function – quick selection Five presets with temperature, air volume, running speed and Blowing time are possible for a quick selection. Programming can be done at programming level. Touch at start screen to get to the screen for selecting program For quick selection of a preset touch assigned number (1, 2, 3, 4, or 5) and keep in touch until return to start screen.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Lock function Control panel can be locked, to prevent setting changes by unauthorized person. Touch at start screen to get to the screen for entering code. Enter code “1-2-3”, touch to confirm and return to start screen Touch to return to start screen without lock function.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Change the knife You can easily change the knife for AirWave2 yourself. Step 1: Switch off the machine and disconnect power Always switch off the machine before opening it. Disconnect power to the machine by removing the power cord completely from the machine.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 3: Remove the knife Undo the locating screw with the provided hex key. Remove the blade bracket. Caution!! Even used blades are extremely sharp! Step 4: Change blade Undo the little screw which fixes the blade with the provided hex key.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 5: Insert the knife Insert the knife into the slot at the machine and fix it with the screw. Remount the upper cover and fix it with the screws with provided hex key.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Change the Teflon belt You can easily change the Teflon belts at AirWave2 yourself. Step 1: Switch off the machine and disconnect power Always switch off the machine before opening it. Disconnect power to the machine by removing the power cord completely from the machine.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 3: Loosen transport rolls Turn the tension lever to move the transport rolls apart. Step 4: Release Teflon belts Push the lower of the two guiding rollers to the right against the spring to release the tension for the lower Teflon belt.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 6: Tension the belts Turn the tension lever back to the left to press the transport rolls against each other. Step 7: Close the machine covers Fit the covers of the Teflon belts and screw it with the prepared hex key. Lower cover first and then the upper one.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Change the transport belt You can easily change the transport belt at AirWave2 yourself. Step 1: Switch off the machine and disconnect power Always switch off the machine before opening it. Disconnect power to the machine by removing the power cord completely from the machine.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 4: Release transport belt Push the upper left guiding rollers to the right against the spring to release the tension for the transport belt. Remove the slackened transport belt from the rollers. Step 5: Insert new transport belt Place the new transport belt over the right transport rollers now press the left roll to the right against the spring...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 7: Close the machine covers Fit the upper cover and screw it with the prepared hex key. Now you can reconnect the power cord and switch on the machine. Film guide pins For a more effective air volume or better film guide for the film Types 8.3 - 8.5 use the two guiding pins.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Error codes The AirWave2 has an integrated diagnostic program. In the event of an error, an error description will appear on the display and indicate the cause of error. This information will help you to correct the error:...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Options and expandability Please contact your sales advisor for further information. Distance controlled production by Bluetooth connection. With tablet or smartphone Fully automated control by the installation of a filling level sensor. Optimal for overhead compartment or mobile air cushion storage.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Mobile table solution Bring your machine to the ideal working height. (compatible with Docking station) Docking station For a decentralized consumption with mobile rolling container completely independent of machine position. The large roll coiler For the production of endless rolled sheets of the cushion mats Roll trough For an easy storage of endless rolled sheets in optimum...
The AirWave2 is a low maintenance machine. Mechanically claimed parts can show traces of abrasion after certain operating time. Furthermore there can occur contamination or residue of at the AirWave2. Our recommendation at regular intervals: Check Teflon belts and replace as the circumstances require...
Declaration of Conformity The machine AirWave2 and it´s equipment is compliant with the relevant harmonized standards listed according to the European EMC Directive, 2014/30/EU and LVD Directive 2014/35/EU. The compliance was verified by an independent specialized certifying company.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Support and Service If you need support, advice or do you have any questions? We are here for you: www.floeter.com/en-EN/support FLÖTER Verpackungs-Service GmbH Robert-Bosch-Straße 17 71701 Schwieberdingen Germany phone: +49 (0) 7150 / 92396 - 0 info@floeter.com www.floeter.com www.airwave2.com...
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