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INSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Trolley with Hopper AP210 50.2072 Important: Read this document carefully before installing and using this machine...
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 2 of 17 INDEX PRELIMINARY REMARKS ..................3 ....................3 SING THE MACHINE ............4 ECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND MACHINE MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION ....................4 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ................ 4 MACHINE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............. 5 MACHINE ASSEMBLY ...................
This machine was designed and built specifically to feed, collect and distribute air pillows for packaging using single-layer 20-50 micron PE/PE and PE/PA folded film from FROMM. The use of this machine is reserved for professional operators who have received appropriate instructions and training.
This document contains instructions on machine installation and startup. Spare parts must be obtained directly from your authorized Dealer. FROMM is always available to provide assistance to its Customers and reiterates the fact that failure to follow the instructions provided in this document will void the machine warranty.
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 6 of 17 5 MACHINE ASSEMBLY The machine is fitted on a platform that measures 1200 x 800. Packaging consists of a cardboard box that is secured to the platform for stability.
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 7 of 17 Machine assembly phases are described below. 5.1 Hopper assembly The Hopper is delivered partly preassembled. The Hopper structure is composed of: Base with preassembled net; Top frame; Tubing to connect the base and the top.
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 8 of 17 5.1.2 PHASE 2 - assembling the top Slide the net down with the seams against the tubing. Figure 5 Figure 6...
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Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 9 of 17 When the net is fully taut, fit the corner seams in the slots made in the tubing. Figure 7 Position the top, making sure to pass the photocell and feeder connector through to the opposite hole.
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 10 of 17 5.1.3 PHASE 3 - assembling the photocell and feeder Position the photocell (on which a clamp has been preinstalled) and secure it with a nut. Insert the connecting connector.
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Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 11 of 17 To fit the Hopper with a feeder that may be secured to the AP210 arm, the connecting clamp must first be removed (see Figure 12). Connecting clamp Figure 12 Fit the net support frame on the feeder and secure it using a screw and nut (see Figure 13).
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Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 12 of 17 Fit the net by securing it in the appropriate slots on the Hopper crossbar on one side, and to the net support frame on the other (see Figure 14).
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 13 of 17 5.2 Installing the Hopper support structure The Hopper support structure consists of an upright upon which the Hopper support brackets have been preinstalled. In order to correctly assemble the structure, the trolley must be placed on its...
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 14 of 17 5.3 Positioning the Hopper Position the Hopper on the brackets by inserting the brackets in the slots at the bottom of the Hopper (see Figure 18). Bracket slots...
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Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 15 of 17 Connect the photocell and feeder power connector, which is located at the base of the brackets (see Figure 20 and Figure 21). Figure 20 Figure 21 The machine is ready to be used. Connectors must be connected to the machine as shown in Figure 22 and Figure 23.
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 16 of 17 5-pole connector Figure 23 6 POSITIONING THE STABILIZERS The machine features stabilizers to reduce vibration during use. The stabilizers must be extended approximately 350 mm, and the adjustable feet must be set to allow the wheels to stay in contact with the ground.
Instruction Manual REV. 00 Hopper System for AP210 Page 17 of 17 7 VERIFICATIONS TO BE PERFORMED BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE 7.1 Environmental conditions The machine may be operated at temperatures between +10° C and +50 °C. The machine must not be started if exposed to poor weather conditions;...
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