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Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.A. 49504-5298 USER’S OPERATING AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL 1708-N SELF-ACTUATING TRAY LIDDER 1708S20000CV2...
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1708 SELF-ACTUATING LIDDER INDEX SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................... 1708S20008 SET UP........................1708S20009 OPERATING PROCEDURE..................1708S20010 ADJUSTMENTS......................1708S20011 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.................. 1708S20012 CLEANING........................1708S20013 MAINTENANCE & TROUBLE SHOOTING..............1708S20014 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST..............1708S20018 ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS & PARTS LIST Final Assembly......................1708S20020 Base Assembly....................... 1708S20000 Arch Assembly......................
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1708 SELF-ACTUATING LIDDER SAFETY Various safety devices and methods of guarding have been provided on this machine. It is essential, however, that machine operators and maintenance personnel observe the following safety precautions. Improper installation or operation of this equipment may cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment.
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1708 SELF-ACTUATING LIDDER SET UP 1. Unpack and carefully remove the Self-Actuating Lidder. Check for completeness of your order and that none of the items have been damaged during shipment. Save packing material for future shipping. 2. Place the Self-Actuating Lidder in a suitable location that provides adequate working space. The location must be sturdy, level, and capable of holding 175 lbs.
1708 SELF-ACTUATING LIDDER OPERATING PROCEDURE 1. Switch the heater power switch on by firmly pressing the “ON/RESET” button located on the yellow power cord. A small yellow light in the center of the switch will illuminate indicating the power is on. Wait approximately 40 minutes to allow the heated upper platen time to stabilize at the working temperature.
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1708 SELF-ACTUATING LIDDER ADJUSTMENTS Your Self-Actuating Lidder was tested at the factory, using the same trays and film as you will use. Regulated pressure, temperature, and dwell time where adjusted during this test to provide a good seal. Our test results indicate the following: Regulated Pressure °F Temperature...
1708 SELF-ACTUATING LIDDER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tray Capacities: 10" (254mm) by 12" (305mm) maximum top outside-dimension tray. Temperature Range: 50°F (10°C) to 400°F (204°C) Machine Dimensions: Weight: 155 lbs. (70.4 kg) Electrical: 120 VAC, 9 Amps, Single Phase, 50/60 Hz OR 240 VAC, 5 Amps, Single Phase, 50/60 Hz Air: 100 PSI at 0.5 CFM minimum, 150 PSI maximum 5/29/96...
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1708 SELF-ACTUATING LIDDER CLEANING • If the machine has been operating, allow the unit to cool before cleaning. CAUTION • CAUTION HOT: The heater cover and upper platen are very HOT! Caution must be used to protect yourself and others. •...
3. Clean the heated upper platen. Poor seal quality 1. Verify the regulated pressure setting. 2. Verify the temperature setting. 3. Verify the dwell time setting. 4. Clean the heated upper platen. Oliver Products Company 24 HR Emergency Service 1 800 554-5603 4/18/96 1708S20014...
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1708 SELF-ACTUATING LIDDER FINAL ASSEMBLY Rev. 11/5/96 1708S20020...
Oliver Packaging & Equipment Company (Oliver) warrants that if any part of the equipment (other than a part not manufactured by Oliver) proves to be defective (as defined below) within one year after shipment, and if Buyer returns the defective part to Oliver within one year, Freight Prepaid to Oliver’s plant in Grand Rapids, MI, then Oliver, shall, at Oliver’s option, either repair or replace the...
4. The service dealer will then complete an invoice and send it to the Parts and Service Department at Oliver Products Company. 5. The Parts and Service Manager of Oliver Packaging and Equipment Company will review the invoice and returned parts, if applicable, and approve for payment.
This policy applies to all parts returned to the factory whether for warranted credit, replacement, repair or re-stocking. Oliver Packaging and Equipment Company requires that the customer obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number before returning any part. This number should appear on the shipping label and inside the shipping carton as well.