10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................2 Safety Regulations and Warnings ......................4 Welcome ..............................5 3.1. Service from your Dealer ..........................5 3.2. YouTube Henkovac Channel - Instruction and Service Videos ..............5 Installation of Machine ..........................5 4.1. Gas Connection for MAP Applications (Modified Atmospheric Packaging) ..........6 4.2.
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10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 10.6. Sealing ..............................20 10.7. Extra Sealing Pressure ..........................20 10.8. Soft-Air (option) ...........................21 10.9. Multi-Cycle ............................21 10.10. Cool-Down/Oil Dehumidification of the vacuum pump ................21 Maintenance ............................22 11.1. General ..............................22 11.2. Vacuum Pump ............................22 11.3. Adding and Changing the Pump Oil......................23 11.4.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES Safety Regulations and Warnings General The manufacturer of this equipment accepts no liability whatsoever for damage or injury caused by failing to adhere to the directions and instructions in this manual, or through carelessness during the installa- tion, use, maintenance and repair of the machine identified on the front of this document, or any of its accompanying options or components.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES Welcome Thank you very much for your purchase of a Henkovac vacuum packaging machine. In order to guarantee the reliability, longevity and robustness of your equipment, we only used materials of the highest quality in the fabrication of your machine. During its design, it was our goal to make it easy to use and simple to maintain.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES Turning on Machine • If so equipped, like some mobile and double-chamber models, turn on the main power switch on the back of the machine • Push the on/off button on the control panel of the machine 4.1.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES Overview of Main Machine Components A Control panel B Seal beam (located in the cover on the doublechamber machines) C Counter beam D MAP gassing pipes E Fitting plates (optional) F Exhaust (located in the cover on double-chamber and some mobile models)
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES Digital Control with LCD Display Some Henkovac vacuum machines have a control system with just one Program (P1). Other machines have an optional expanded control system, which can accommodate up to 9 custom programs (P1-9). 6.1. One-Program Control System...
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 6.2. Operating the Machine with One-Program Control System On: Turns the machine on - The machine will start up in the most-recently used program - The pump of a machine with a transparent cover will start when the cover is closed...
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES When turning off the machine with the button, the symbol will start blinking - The pump will stop after about 4 seconds - Press the button a second time and the pump will stop immediately - Close the lid; the machine initiates the cool-down phase and per-...
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 6.4. Operating the Machine with Ten-Program Control System On: Turns the machine on - The machine will start up in the most-recently used program - The pump of a machine with a transparent cover will start when the cover is closed...
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10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES Multi-Functional button: Performs various functions, depending on the active menu Home menu: - No effect while in the PA program - For programs P1-9, displays the entered values Settings menu: - For specific functions, like soft-air, clean cut seal etc., the button is used to turn the function...
T2, T3, T4, T5, M1, M3 (with 21m3 pump) - The One-Program control system is time-based • The Ten-Program control system (time or sensor) is optional for these models, except for T2 The One-Program control system provides only one program (P1) •...
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 7.1.6. Turning Off Machine 1. Turn the machine off by pressing the button 2. The symbol on the display will start blinking 3. Push the button a second time and the pump will stop im- mediately 4.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 7.2.3. Programming and Adjusting Values for P1-P9 1. Select the program to be set up or adjusted, for instance P2 2. Push the menu button to access the Settings menu 3. All functions for the selected program are indicated at the bottom of the display 4.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES Symbols in the Display • Not all symbols are visible at all times • By default, the display will show the Home menu, indicating the program number (P1 through P9) and digital readout for actual vacuum time or pressure (mbar) •...
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10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES SYMBOLS INDICATING PROGRESS OF THE PACKING CYCLE Cycle Progress Indicator • This symbol rotates during the packing cycle Vacuum Process • In the presence of a sensor, the vacuum measurement is digitally displayed. • When operating a time-based program, the vacuum measurement is indicated by the analog vacuum gauge Vacuum Plus (10.4)
D1, D3, D4 and D6, runs continuously. After completion of a packing cycle, the pump will stop after 15 minutes of inactivity. • The pump of table units T2, T3, T4 and T5 starts when the cover is closed; the pump stops when the cover is opened again.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 10. Further Explanation of Packaging Concepts 10.1. Sensor-Based Control The actual air pressure in the chamber is measured by a sensor. The result of this measurement is digi- tally indicated on the LCD display. Normal air pressure is about 1000 mbar. The vacuum pump of the machine reduces this to about 2-5 mbar.
& two-sided seal clean cut controlled • Single Seal Only for T2. The package is sealed with a single sealing wire • Double Seal All other machines are equipped with a double sealing wire • Clean Cut Seal (CC Seal) One of the two heated wires is used to score the package.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 10.8. Soft-Air (option) • Only for Ten-Program machines with sensor-based control • Can be turned on or off in the Settings menu After the vacuum and sealing process, the chamber is aerated and brought back to ambient air pressure.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 11. Maintenance 11.1. General Regular maintenance prevents equipment malfunctions and prolongs the life of the machine. In addition, it optimizes sanitary conditions. • Always have a certified Henkovac dealer carry out repair and maintenance activities Warning •...
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 11.3. Adding and Changing the Pump Oil Warning The operating temperature of the pump is 70° C / 158° F or higher. Wear gloves when servicing the pump or let it cool off sufficiently to prevent injuries.
2. Replace the Teflon tape on the seal beam if damaged and replace the sealing wire if kinked 3. Replace the silicone rubber seal if it is burned in Depending on the type of machine, there are three seal beam versions: 1. Single-seal beam (T2) 2. Stainless steel seal beam 3. Aluminum seal beam 11.4.1.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 11.4.2. Aluminum/Stainless Steel Seal Beam Remove the sealing and cutting wires as follows: 1. Remove the old wires by pulling them loose from the seal beam contacts 2. Loosen the clamp screws and remove the seal beam from the U-profile 3.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 11.4.3. Aluminum T-Shaped Seal Beam Remove the sealing wires as follows: 1. Remove the seal beam from the machine 2. Remove the Teflon tape 3. Loosen the screws (D) on both sides of the beam; this will release the sealing wires (B) 4.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 11.5. Replacing Silicone Rubber Seal of Counter Beam The rubber seal is clamped in the counter beam. Replace the counter beam seal as follows: 1. Pull the old rubber seal from the groove in the counter beam 2.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 12. Malfunctions and Notifications • In case the machine has technical problems, please use the check list below to see if you can resolve the malfunction yourself • If technical support is required, please contact your dealer 12.1.
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES Fault/Symptom Possible Cause Remedy The machine does not seal The bag is not correctly positioned over the Adjust the bag position sealing beam The sealing wire is broken Replace the sealing wire The thermal safety of the power supply was...
10.2.2015 METOS VACUUM MACHINES 14. Utilities Electrical Voltage, current, frequency See identification plate Maximum voltage tolerance - 10% to + 10% Gas (optional) Maximum allowable pressure 1 bar Composition No explosive , corrosive, caustic and/or contaminated gases Connection Hose coupling, 8mm for compressed air / 10mm for MAP...
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16.0 CE-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CE-KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG DECLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ CE DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITA'CE Wij, HFE Vacuum Systems bv. Wir, Het Sterrenbeeld 36, 's-Hertogenbosch Nous, The Netherlands Noi, verklaren geheel onder eigen verantwoordelijkheid dat de producten, declare under our sole responsibility that the products, erklären in alleiniger Verantwortung, daß...
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