Instruction Manual S-857 “L” Clip Applicator Type 29500 Table of Content Page Intended Use ..........................Equipment Warranty and Limited Remedy .................. S-857 Contents ........................... Important Safeguards ........................3 - 4 Specifications ..........................Installation And Set-Up ........................ 6 - 9 Receiving and Handling ................Machine Set-Up ..................
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Table of Content (Continued) Troubleshooting ..........................19 - 21 Troubleshooting Guide ................. 19 - 20 Air Line Connections/Tubing Length ............Replacement Parts and Service Information ................Recommended Spare Parts ................. How To Order Replacement Parts ..............Repair Service ....................Replacement Parts Illustrations And Parts Lists ................24 - 39 Typical Mounting Set-Up ......................
The S-857 "L" Clip Applicator has been designed the S-857 allows the operator to quickly apply the "L" and tested for use with Scotch™ brand filament clip box closure. When a box is inserted into the tape. 3M-Matic™ S-857 "L" Clip Applicator, Type 29500...
3M is notified of the problem no later than five (5) calendar days after the warranty period. If 3M is unable to repair or replace the part within a reasonable time, then 3M, at its option, will replace the equipment or refund the purchase price.
Important Safeguards The "Warning – Sharp Knife" label, shown in This safety alert symbol identifies Figure 1-2, is attached to the blade guard on the important messages in this manual. tape cut-off assembly inside the S-857 applicator. READ AND UNDERSTAND THEM BEFORE When access cover is open, this label reminds INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS operator and service personnel to shut off air supply...
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Important Safeguards (Continued) The "Safety Instructions" label, shown in The "Tape Threading" label, shown in Figure 1-3, is attached to the left side of the Figure 1-4, is attached to the right side of the S-857 applicator next to the air regulator. This label cabinet near the top front edge.
83 lb [37.7 kg] unlimited maximum Unpackaged 75 lb [34 kg] Note: Operator capability will determine maximum height, width, and depth. Smaller heights and widths are sometimes possible and it is recommended that your 3M Representative be contacted for testing of these applications.
3M Representative. and two mounting holes located on the front of the machine. It is suggested that the S-857 be mounted securely at any two of these mounting areas.
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Installation and Set-Up (Continued) Figure 2-2 – Mounting Top Taping Position – Left Side View Figure 2-3 – Mounting Side Taping Position – Front View...
Installation and Set-Up (Continued) Air Regulator-Filter-Lubricator – The air control 4. Connect main air supply line. unit is supplied with two mounting screws. Install the unit on the main plate, left side, in the mounting Note: The main air supply line and required holes provided.
Installation and Set-Up (Continued) Tape Drum - Bracket Assembly 5. The lubricator oil metering adjustment knob, shown in Figure 2-5, has been preset open two turns. If excessive oil becomes visible at The tape drum bracket is supplied with two the exhaust mufflers, close adjustment knob #10-24 x 1/2 lg mounting screws.
Theory of Operation This section contains general information about the The machine consists of four primary assemblies S-857, a pneumatic schematic, detailed operational listed below. explanation and a pneumatic components list. • Knife assembly – cuts the section of tape to be applied.
Theory of Operation (Continued) Operational Explanation The remaining three routes direct air to actuate the air cylinders and prepare the machine for the application REST POSITION, AIR OFF cycle. When the machine is in rest position with the air off, a •...
Theory of Operation (Continued) As the buff assembly reaches full extension, it APPLICATION CYCLE, CUT/BUFF SEQUENCE actuates valve V-3. This directs a pulse of air to the PB port of the pilot valve P-1 causing it to shift and When the machine is in the powered rest position and direct air to the rod end of the cut and buff cylinders.
Theory of Operation (Continued) APPLICATION CYCLE, FEED SEQUENCE When the jaw cylinder is completely extended, the jaws close and retain the free end of the tape and Valve V-4 directs air to the PA port of the pilot valve P- valve V-7 is actuated.
Theory of Operation (Continued) Components Refer to Figure 3-1 for component locations. CYLINDERS VALVES Safety Cylinder: A spring loaded cylinder that V-1: The on/off control valve, actuated by the knob on retains the feed assembly when the machine is in the the top of the machine.
Operation Tape Loading and Threading – The tape drum assembly is set up for dispensing 3/8 inch [9 mm] or 1/2 inch [12 mm] wide tape. For dispensing other tape widths refer to "Adjustments – Tape Width", page 17. A tape threading diagram is located outside the applicator on the top of the nest for quick reference.
Operation (Continued) 3. Bring the tape up over the take-up roller, 7. Turn “on” the main air supply at the on/off valve. adhesive side up. 8. To clear the tape which has been tacked to the nest, manually holding the paddle stop down WARNING –...
Adjustments Tape Tension Roller WARNING – Turn "Off" main air supply at on/off valve and disconnect air The tension roller assembly, shown in Figure 4-1, supply line before making any adjustments. provides a preset tension to the tape web. No Failure to disconnect air supply line could further adjustment is required.
Maintenance 5. Wrap tape around replacement blade teeth WARNING – Turn "Off" main air supply before installing. at on/off valve and disconnect air supply line before beginning any 6. Install blade as shown with beveled side of maintenance. Failure to disconnect air blade toward blade guard.
Troubleshooting Figure 7-1 – Troubleshooting Valve Locations – S-857 Right Side View Troubleshooting Guide (arranged in sequence of machine operation) Possible Cause Correction Problem 1. Air supply shut off or not 1. Check main air supply line and Unit does not cycle. connected to unit.
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Troubleshooting (Continued) Troubleshooting Guide (arranged in sequence of machine operation) Problem Possible Cause Correction Buffing arm/cut-off blade out of 1. Valve V-3 out of adjustment or 1. Turn off air supply adjust valve sequence, oscillate back and forth. defective. V-3. Retract cut and buffing cylinder to retracted positions.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Air Line Air Line Number From/To Length Number From/To Length P-2 Pilot/Jaw Cyl. rod end 228,6 mm [9.00 inch] Air Controls/V-1 Valve 254 mm [10.00 inch] P-2 Pilot/Flow Control Valve 609,6 mm [24.00 inch] V-1 Valve/V-9 Valve 406,4 mm [16.00 inch] Manifold/V-6 Valve 457,2 mm [18.00 inch] Manifold/V-2 Valve...
Important – Not all the parts listed are normally stocked items. Some parts or assemblies shown are available only on a special order basis. Contact 3M/Tape Dispenser Parts to confirm item availability. Repair Service Refer to the first page of this instruction manual "Service Instructions" for information on repair service.
Refer to the S-857 instruction and parts list manual for installation and set-up information. • The following six illustrations denote non-standard mounting and require customer installation. For qualification and additional mounting information, contact your local 3M Masking and Packaging Systems sales representative. Figure 1 – S-857 (Bottom Taping) Figure 2 –...
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3M Representative. Figure 6 – Two S-857 Applicators (Bottom Taping ) mounted adjacent to work surface. “Scotch” and "3M-Matic" are trademarks of 3M, 3M Packaging Systems Division St. Paul, Minnesota 55144-1000 3M Center, Building 220-8W-01 Printed in U.S.A.
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