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AETNAGROUP Robopac Rotoplat 3000LD Instructions For Use Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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  • Page 1 52723/$7 L' 6VUPH6UD8ÃXS6QQDIBÃH68CDI@ÃXDUCÃUVSIU67G@ ENGLISH 6109050100 Serial number INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE...
  • Page 2 GENERAL INDEX GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION BASIC MACHINE ASSEMBLY REEL-HOLDER CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY CLAMP ASSEMBLY CUTTER ASSEMBLY SHEET INSERTER ASSEMBLY PRESSER ASSEMBLY BRUSHING ASSEMBLY PRODUCT HANDLING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 3 Booklet GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION ANALYTICAL INDEX Aim of the manual, 2 Attached documentation, 4 General safety warnings, 5 Glossary and terminology, 4 Information and safety signals, 9 Instructions manual consultation mode, 2 Manufacturer and machine identification, 4 Modes of requesting for assistance, 4 Safety warnings for electrical equipment, 7 Safety warnings for environmental impact, 8 Security warnings for adjustments and...
  • Page 4 Booklet GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION AIM OF THE MANUAL – This manual is an integral part of the machine and has been produced by the man- ufacturer in order to furnish necessary information to personnel authorised to interact with it during its expected working life: buyers, system designers, installation techni- cians, users, expert operators and specialised technicians.
  • Page 5 Bookle GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION structure of the instructions manual 3) GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY: booklet containing general and safety information. 4) GENERAL MACHINE DESCRIPTION: booklet where the main principles, 1) TITLE PAGE: indicates the model and manufacturing philosophies and base machine commercial description of the machine functions are described.
  • Page 6 Booklet GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION MANUFACTURER AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION manufacturer identification manufacturing date serial number mains voltage (Volt) model mains frequency (Hz) number of phases absorption weight installed power maximum pressure air consumption IDM-2412370010.tif ATTACHED DOCUMENTATION The indicated documentation is given to the customer along with this manual. –...
  • Page 7 Bookle GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION – Maintenance technician: a person authorized and chosen among those who have the requirements, skills and information necessary to perform ordinary and extraordi- nary machine maintenance. He is expected, therefore, to possess precise information and skills with particular expertise in the field of intervention. –...
  • Page 8 Booklet GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION SECURITY WARNINGS FOR MOVEMENT AND INSTALLATION – Accomplish lifting and handling respecting the information supplied by the manufac- turer directly indicated on the packing, on the machine and in the operating instruc- tions. – During handling, if necessary, seek the help of one or more assistants in order to re- ceive adequate signals.
  • Page 9 Bookle GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION SECURITY WARNINGS FOR ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE – Keep the machine in maximum working conditions and perform the programmed maintenance operations advised by the manufacturer. Good maintenance achieves the best machine performance, longer machine life and constant observance of the safety regulations.
  • Page 10 Booklet GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION – Electrical equipment correctly operates up to 1000 m above sea level. If it is not possible to respect one or more of the conditions listed, essential for the correct functioning of the electric equipment, it is necessary to arrange at the contractual phase which supplementary solutions to adopt, to create the more adequate conditions (for example, specific electric components, condi- tioning devices, etc.).
  • Page 11 Bookle GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION INFORMATION AND SAFETY SIGNALS Some of these signals are applicated on the machine. Next to each signal, its meaning is described. Danger during the maintenance phase: Attentively read the maintenance manual before performing any kind of intervention >>>...
  • Page 12 Booklet GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION Prohibited: do not use water to extinguish fires. >>> Information signal: It shows the hooking points for chain lifting. >>> Information signal: It shows the insertion points for the lifting forks. >>> Information: lift the reel using suitable lifting apparatus. >>>...
  • Page 13 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY ANALYTICAL INDEX Adjusting the roller conveyor chain Machine disposal (19) (30) Adjustment recommendations Machine general description (17) Automatic cycle start up Machine testing (22) (17) Main organs Maintenance instructions (24) Clean filter (28) Maintenance period table (24) Condensate drainage (28)
  • Page 14 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY MACHINE GENERAL DESCRIPTION – Wrapping machine ROTOPLAT 3000 LD is a machine designed and built to wrap and stabilise pallets of any size, shape and weight with stretch film. – Its high production output, together with a long operating autonomy, make this ma- chine ideal for installation in industrial and artisan environments, at the end of an au- tomatic palletising line.
  • Page 15 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY (F) Electric cabinet (A) Conveyor unit (C) Spool carriage unit: (E) Cutting unit (D) Clamp unit (B) Rotating table (A) Conveyor unit IDM-29145200100.tif English Use and maintenance manual...
  • Page 16 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY WORKING CYCLE The machine work cycle consists of phases that are illustrated and described below. For further information please consult the booklets on the installed functional units. – Phase 1: conveyor unit (A) conveys the pallet on the rollers of rotating table (B). When the sensor detects that the pallet is in the middle of the winding area, rollers of the rotating table stop.
  • Page 17 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY D – Mobile blockage shut-off door: to permit operator access within the operative ar- ea. It is a door linked to an electric inter-lock device. When opened, the machine stops immediately; the door must be shut and the cycle reset for the machine to restart E –...
  • Page 18 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION OF THE ELECTRICAL DEVICES The figure shows the positioning of the devices on board of the machine. (C) Gear motor (D) Micro switch (H) Photocell (G) Sensor (A) Gear motor (E) Micro switch (F) Sensor (H) Photocell (G) Sensor (B) Gear motor...
  • Page 19 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY PNEUMATIC DEVICES DESCRIPTIONS The figure shows the positioning of the devices on board of the machine. (C) Pressure switch (D) Quick release valve (A) Tap (B) Pressure regulator (E) Solenoid valve IDM-29145200500.tif A – Faucet: eliminates pneumatic pressure from the machine interior. B –...
  • Page 20 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS All technical specifications (dimensions, production, etc.) concerning the above men- tioned machine are listed in the enclosed layout. SURROUNDING AREAS The picture indicates the outer areas necessary to outline the operator workstations, those for accessing the machine and those for the product passage. IDM-29122901700.tif Consult the layout to identify the actual machine configuration.
  • Page 21 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY C – Machine access area: Passage area which allows access to the machine for any maintenance intervention. It must be kept free of encumbrances and large enough ac- cording to existing safety laws and regulations. All the protections and the doors of the outer safety guards are linked to electric interlocking devices which, in case they are opened, stop the machine in safety conditions.
  • Page 22 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY PACKAGING AND UNPACKING The machine may be packed: A – in a wooden crate B – in a cardboard cage C – on a pallet with protective cover The machine may be shipped dis- mantled, to simplify transport. Packaging type Some components are suitably packaged and protected.
  • Page 23 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY HANDLING AND LIFTING The machine can be handled with an adequate capacity fork or hook lifting device. Before lifting, check the position of the load's centre of gravity. Important If machine complexity and dimensions are considered, handing, installation, fi- nal inspection procedures and liabilities must be defined during contract nego- tiations.
  • Page 24 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT The following equipment is required to perform the installation and testing of the machine. – Hook and fork lifting device – Lifting chains or cables – Threaded eyebolts – Set of spanners – Spirit level –...
  • Page 25 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION PHASES Proceed as indicated. 1 – Locate the installation area defined in the layout. For further information contact the manufacturer’s technical service centre. 2 – If necessary, identify the exact position and trace the co-ordinates for correct positioning.
  • Page 26 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY 7 – Lift the sliding mast (F). 8 – Disassemble the guard (G). 9 – Secure the sliding mast to the machine body with the screws (H). 10 – Tighten the hinge screws (L). 11 – Install guard (G) when this operation is completed. (F) Slide shaft (H) Screw (G) Fixed guard...
  • Page 27 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY The creation of the foundations and the fastening of the machine are fundamental operations for ensuring the stability and correct functioning of the machine. 1 – Position the machine in the area designed to mark the points corresponding to the perforation.
  • Page 28 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Open the hatch of the panel containing the electrical devices and connect the power cables to the terminals (L1-L2-L3). The yellow/green earth cable must be connected to the terminal marked with the symbol The blue neutral cable must be connected to the corresponding terminal (N) only when this connection is provided for.
  • Page 29 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY (D) Knob (B) Valve (C) Pressure gauge (A) Pneumatic pipe IDM-29145201100.tif MACHINE TESTING Important The machine must be tested according to a set procedure, indicated where re- quired and authorised by the manufacturer. During machine testing, check if the safety conditions are adequate and turn on machine only if this condition is conform.
  • Page 30 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY REEL CARRIAGE LIFTING CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Proceed as indicated. 1 – Start the machine in "manual" mode. 2 – Lift the reel carriage in order to facilitate the necessary operations. 3 – Stop the machine in safe conditions. 4 –...
  • Page 31 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTING THE ROLLER CONVEYOR CHAIN Proceed as indicated. 1 – Stop the machine in safe conditions. 2 – Loosen screws (A). 3 – Use the register nuts (B) to adjust the chain. Important To check chain tension, use the method indicated in the illustration. The result- ing shift (R) should be 10÷15 mm.
  • Page 32 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY CONTROL DESCRIPTION A – Multifunction key-board: displays and permits machine cycle parameters to be set as well as "automatic cycle" start. For information on programming and using the keypad, refer to the corresponding booklet. B – Main switch (lockable): turns the main power supply on and off. Pos.(O) (OFF): power off.
  • Page 33 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION OF THE ELECTRIC CONTROLS Following are descriptions of the controls which may be present on the panel. A – "Cycle start" button: to start the automatic wrapping cycle. If the cycle does not start, review the start cycle procedure. When the pilot light of button is on, the machine is started in "automatic"...
  • Page 34 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY AUTOMATIC CYCLE START UP Important Before starting the machine, in manual mode make sure that all moving units (carriage, clamp, top, etc.) stop at limit stop. If the machine operates in very cold environments, perform the "Pre-heating procedure"...
  • Page 35 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY MANUAL START UP Important If the machine operates in very cold environments, perform the "Pre-heating procedure" described in the keyboard booklet. Proceed as indicated. 1 – Make sure that all safety devices of the machine and of the line, on which the machine is installed, are perfectly installed and efficient.
  • Page 36 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY SUDDEN STOP AND RESTART Caution - Precaution Following a sudden stop, do not perform any instinctive manoeuvres. Press the emergency button and inform the plant manager, who must perform the following checks. If an inverter fault is signalled, proceed as follows. 1 –...
  • Page 37 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY Table 1: Maintenance intervals Component Type of intervention Procedure Reference 1000 hours Every Wash with solvent, let it dry See "lubrication point diagram" and lubricate Lifting chain of the spool General inspection carriage holder Check tension and adjust, if See "reel carriage lifting chain adjustment"...
  • Page 38 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY LUBRICATION POINT DIAGRAM Lubricate the illustrated parts at the time and with the methods indicated. IDM-29145201400.tif Key: Smear with grease Pump grease Check lubricant level The reduction gears and gear motors can be lubricated with grease, oil or with permanent lubrication. Refilling and/or change shall not be performed in case of permanently lubricated reduction gears and gear motors.
  • Page 39 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY LUBRICANT TABLE Table 2: Recommended lubricant Lubricant type Code Parts to be lubricated 23°E a 50°C - 320 CST a 40°C MELLANA OIL 320 IP SPARTAN EP 320 ESSO BLASIA 320 AGIP Gear motor MOBILGEAR 632 MOBIL OMALA EP 320 SHELL ENERGOL GR-XP 320 BP Mineral oil...
  • Page 40 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY CONDENSATE DRAINAGE Proceed as indicated. 1 – Place a container under the drain valve (A). 2 – Release the valve by rotating in the direction of the arrow and pressing up. Hold down until all condensation is discharged. 3 –...
  • Page 41 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY TROUBLESHOOTING The machine can be fitted with a multi-function keypad. The display shows the alarm messages for the main problems which may occur during the operation of the ma- chine. Important Following a sudden stop in the cycle, check for the presence of any alarms on the display.
  • Page 42 Booklet Basic MACHINE ASSEMBLY REPLACING THE INFEED CHAIN Proceed as indicated. 1 – Start the machine in "manual" mode. 2 – Stop the chain with link (A) in an easily accessible position. 3 – Stop the machine in safe conditions. 4 –...
  • Page 43 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT ANALYTICAL INDEX Adjustment recommendations, 5 Change of the film pre-stretch value, 9 Control description, 5 Delivery terms, 5 Description of the electrical devices, 4 General unit description, 2 Maintenance instructions, 10 Maintenance period table, 10 Recommendations for use and functioning, 5 Reel change, 6 Replacement instructions, 11 Spool refurnishment with operation in "automatic...
  • Page 44 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT GENERAL UNIT DESCRIPTION – The "PGS" type spool carriage unit was designed and constructed to unwind and pre-stretch polythene stretch film (A). – The carriage is reversible and allows wrapping according to the type of product to wrap and of the type of spool available (adhesive externally or internally).
  • Page 45 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT Motion controls are built-in the general machine control panel. Film with adhesiveness on external Film with adhesiveness on internal spool / internal pallet spool / external pallet Roller (idle) (C) Roller (idle) (C) Film (A) Film (A) Pre-stretch roller (B) Pre-stretch roller (B) Roller (idle)
  • Page 46 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT F- Wrapping Tension R – Film break point. Film tension is uneven during load wrap; in fact, the load exerts a greater request for film on the cor- ners. This translates into an in- crease in wrapping tension (F). The spool carriage is equipped with an electronic system that guarantees contstant tension (F)
  • Page 47 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS All necessary technical data (dimensional, productive, etc.) relating to the unit being considered, are indicated in the attached layout. Table 1: Film reel features Reel dimensions Max. external diameter (D) 300 mm Maximum spool height (H) 500 mm Internal diameter of the tube (d) 76 mm...
  • Page 48 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT REEL CHANGE The refurnishment of the spool is to be done according to the machine operating mo- dalities. – Machine operation in "manual mode" – Machine operation in "automatic mode" SPOOL REFURNISHMENT WITH OPERATION IN "MANUAL MODE" Proceed as indicated.
  • Page 49 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT 9-Unwind film following the track shown in the figure. The illustrations show the wrapping path according to the adhesive side of the film and type of application on the pallet. Information The dotted line indicates the adhesive side of the spool. 10-Fasten the end of the film to the clamp unit.
  • Page 50 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT 5-Remove the cardboard spool core. 6-Insert the new reel (A) on the support. 7-Collect some film (C) until a thin cord is obtained and make it pass in the conical area of the rollers. Film spool (A) Film (C) Support (B) Pre-stretch roller (D)
  • Page 51 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT CHANGE OF THE FILM PRE-STRETCH VALUE Proceed as indicated. 1-Start the machine in "manual" mode. 2-Activate the controls to lift reel holding carriage up to the end of stroke. 3-Stop the machine 4-Deactivate the main electric switch to put the machine in safety conditions. 5-Remove the cover guard (E).
  • Page 52 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Information Before performing any maintenance operation, activate all of the security devic- es provided and evaluate the necessity to adequately inform personnel operat- ing in the near vicinity. In particular, confine the neighbouring areas to impede access to the devices that could, if activated, produce unexpected danger con- ditions provoking hazards to personal safety and health.
  • Page 53 Booklet SPOOL CARRIAGE UNIT TROUBLESHOOTING Following a sudden cycle stop, check for any alarms on the wrapping machine dis- play.. Generic problems with their causes and solutions are listed below. Table 4: Malfunctions Problem Cause Solution Excessive film tension Decrease film wrapping tension. Decrease the pre-stretch value or Film tears use a film having greater breaking...

  • Page 55: Table Of Contents

    Booklet Clamp Assembly version: SIMPLE TECHNICAL INFORMATION page GENERAL UNIT DESCRIPTION ........2 ELECTRIC DEVICE DESCRIPTIONS ......2 PNEUMATIC DEVICE DESCRIPTIONS ....... 3 ADJUSTMENT INFORMATION page ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS ........3 ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE CLAMPS..4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS page FILM INSERTION............

  • Page 56: Clamp Assembly

    Booklet 4 Clamp Assembly version: SIMPLE TECHNICAL INFORMATION GENERAL UNIT DESCRIPTION The clamping unit is a device for lock- ing the film at the end of the wrapping Clamp jaws cycle. It is fitted with pneumatic double clamps for clamping the film. The movement controls are built into the machine's control panel.

  • Page 57: Pneumatic Device Descriptions

    Booklet 4 Clamp Assembly version: SIMPLE PNEUMATIC DEVICE DESCRIPTIONS 1) Solenoid valve: drives the pneumatic cylinder of the clamping unit. Information For further details consult the pneumatic diagram. IDM-29115900401.tif ADJUSTMENT INFORMATION ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Information Before carrying out any adjusting intervention, the quately mark the surrounding areas and avoid ac- authorized personnel must activate all the safety cess to all devices that, if activated, could provoke...

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Position Of The Clamps

    Booklet 4 Clamp Assembly version: SIMPLE ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE CLAMPS Regulate the screws (A) to center the jaws of the clamp unit as compared to the film's path. Information This adjustment is performed be- fore the machine is delivered and is based on specific customer re- quests.

  • Page 59: Maintenance Information

    Booklet 4 Clamp Assembly version: SIMPLE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Information Before performing any maintenance, activate all ding areas and prevent access to all devices that foreseen safety devices and evaluate the need to could, if activated, cause unexpected personal sa- warn operating personnel and those in the near vi- fety hazards.

  • Page 60: Faults

    Booklet 4 Clamp Assembly version: SIMPLE FAULTS TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Causa Solution Check the voltage of the solenoid valve's Clamp solenoid valve malfunc- coils. Check the working efficiency of the tion. pneumatic system (see pneumatic dia- The clamp neither opens nor gram).
  • Page 61 Booklet CUTTER ASSEMBLY version: WIRE AND PRESSURE PAD TECHNICAL INFORMATION page GENERAL MACHINE DESCRIPTION ......2 WORKING CYCLE ............2 DESCRIPTION OF THE ELECTRICAL DEVICES..3 PNEUMATIC DEVICE DESCRIPTIONS ....... 3 ADJUSTMENT INFORMATION page ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS ........4 ADJUSTING THE CUTTING UNIT ....... 4 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION page MAINTENANCE PERIOD TABLE .........

  • Page 62: Cutter Assembly

    Booklet 5 CUTTER ASSEMBLY version: WIRE AND PRESSURE PAD TECHNICAL INFORMATION GENERAL MACHINE DESCRIPTION Unit consisting of a device that cuts the film at the end This device is supported by a rotating arm; it rotates by of the wrapping cycle by means of a hot cutting wire means of a pneumatic cylinder and leans itself to the and allows film tail to stick to the pallet by natural adhe- pallet for the cutting operation.

  • Page 63: Description Of The Electrical Devices

    Booklet 5 CUTTER ASSEMBLY version: WIRE AND PRESSURE PAD cuts the film. position, pallet (C) forwards and the device presets – Stage 3: the cutting unit (B) returns to the standby itself for another cycle. DESCRIPTION OF THE ELECTRICAL DEVICES 1) Sensor: detects the unit position in the cutting phase.

  • Page 64: Adjustment Information

    Booklet 5 CUTTER ASSEMBLY version: WIRE AND PRESSURE PAD ADJUSTMENT INFORMATION ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Information Before carrying out any adjusting intervention, the quately mark the surrounding areas and avoid ac- authorized personnel must activate all the safety cess to all devices that, if activated, could provoke devices available and consider the possibility of dangerous unexpected conditions and risk to the informing the personnel working on the machine...

  • Page 65: Maintenance Information

    Booklet 5 CUTTER ASSEMBLY version: WIRE AND PRESSURE PAD MAINTENANCE INFORMATION MAINTENANCE PERIOD TABLE Frequency Component Type of intervention Action See page Clean with a cloth and 40 hours Cutting wire Clean thinner Lubricate with a grease Rotation bearings 200 hours Grease pump Periodically Cutting wire...

  • Page 66: Faults

    Booklet 5 CUTTER ASSEMBLY version: WIRE AND PRESSURE PAD FAULTS TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Causa Solution Check the voltage of the solenoid valve's Cutting wire solenoid valve mal- coils. Check the working efficiency of the function. pneumatic system (see pneumatic dia- gram). "Back and forth"...

  • Page 67: Replacing The Cutting Wire

    Booklet 5 CUTTER ASSEMBLY version: WIRE AND PRESSURE PAD REPLACING THE CUTTING WIRE Proceed as follows: cable (A) 1 - Unscrew the screws and discon- nect the power cables (A). 2 - Replace the cutting wire (B). 3 - Insert the new wire and make sure cutting wire (B) it is well taut.
  • Page 68 Operator Manual Rotating Table Ver.1.0 26/04/2007...
  • Page 69 Use information RECCOMENDATIONS FOR USE AND OPERATIONS IMPORTANT: the frequency of accidents derived from machine use depends on many factors which cannot always be prevented and controlled. Some accidents may depend on unexpected environmental factors, other mainly depend on the user's conduct.
  • Page 70 CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS The figure illustrates the positions of the controls on the machine. POWER ON light: White indicator light. Signals that the main switch is on and that the machine is powered. EMERGENCY light Red indicator light. The light indicates that the machine is in emergency or similar to emergency conditions.
  • Page 71 BARRIER BY PASS Selector Selector that excludes the safety barriers. The automatic cycle is not enabled with the guards off. Some machine movements can be run in manual mode. EMERGENCY STOP button Mechanically retained emergency button. When pressed during machine operations all operating functions are stopped.
  • Page 72 OPERATOR PANEL DESCRIPTION The operating terminal is a screen that lets the user set work parameters and check all machine operating conditions. It is equipped with a display allowing to activate all the various functions simply by “touching” what is written on it. Each page contains scroll keys to move from one page to the next.
  • Page 73 DISPLAY CONTRAST RECORDING 1 – Simultaneously touch two opposite corners of any operator panel page. The first information page is displayed on the system; 2 – Press the key “PROG”. The “MENU” page is displayed. 3 - Press one of the “ARROW” keys until you select the function "SET CONTRAST”.
  • Page 74 EDITING PASSWORD PROTECTED SETTINGS Some functions are only accessible by entering the password as to avoid any accidental change or any change by not qualified personnel. ATTENTION – WARNING: factory responsible must assign password qualified personnel only and each password is to be considered secret and confidential.
  • Page 75 USING THE TERMINAL When the machine is turned on a presentation page with the ROBOPAC manufacturer identification and machine model is displayed. Press any part of the screen to open the “Main” page. Various information and keys that open different panel pages are found on the “Main”...
  • Page 76 PROGRAM PARAMETER SETTINGS Program Parameters are wrapping settings that are effective during the entire wrapping cycle and can vary from program program event Multiprogramming). WARNING: “Program Parameters” can only be edited by Level 2 or 1 password users. Program parameters can be used to set different wrapping types (Economic/Standard),...
  • Page 77 2) USING PRODUCT COUNTERS Press key (A) on the Main page to display a specific page that contains various information on machine production such as Total work time, Rotation speed, Total number of wraps, Number of wrapped pallets (partial and can be reset at any time by pressing key (B) ), the TOTAL number of processed pallets (which includes both wrapped and only transited pallets) and the Number of Transited Pallets.
  • Page 78 GENERAL PARAMETER SETTINGS From the Main page press key (A) to open the General Parameters page. General parameters include all functional machine timers such as the Sealing timer, Pallet Positioning Timer, Film pull and Pre-stretch adjustment, etc. The Sealing device can be INCLUDED or EXCLUDED from this page.
  • Page 79 USING THE MANUAL CONTROLS Manual controls are to be used to individually operate the machine moving parts, in case of service or control before the automatic cycle start-up. IMPORTANT: Manual controls can only be accessed if the AUTOMATIC/MANUAL machine key selector is in the Manual (Right) position and not Emergency condition is active.
  • Page 80 AUTOMATIC CYCLE START Proceed as follows to start the Automatic cycle: 1 - Rotate the main switch to I (ON) to power. 2 – Press the Motor drive button (in the event of first start up, keep the Barrier By Pass key selector turned to enable the emergency circuit).
  • Page 81 OPERATOR MACHINE STOP For temporary stopping of the operation, proceed as follows. IMPORTANT: Do not use the emergency button to stop the machine unless strictly necessary to prevent damages to things and/or people. The machine can be stopped when wrapping a pallet by pressing the STOP CYCLE button which decelerates the machine after two wraps and then stops in phase.
  • Page 82 EMERGENCY STOP AND RESTART Press the machine emergency button in conditions of imminent risk. Machine operation stops immediately. After having normalised the operating conditions, unblock button to allow machine operation again. To restart the cycle, repeat all the Automatic Cycle Start operations.
  • Page 83 APPENDIX Machine Mode Icons Signals the presence of an alarm that caused an anomalous machine stop Machine in Automatic cycle Machine in manual mode The machine is ready to move into Automatic mode General Reset Manual control groups icons Manual Machine control button ROTOPLAT Manual controls page TOP Manual controls page CONVEYORS Manual controls page...
  • Page 84 Up/Down Clamp Up/Down Clamp contrast Manual controls TOP icons (Optional ) Up/Down Top Carriage Forward/Rear Top Carriage Open/Close Top lock clamp Open/Close Top pull clamp Forward/Rear Cut Top Counter icons N. wrapped pallets N. Transited pallets, wrapped and unwrapped (Cannot be reset) N.
  • Page 85 “General Parameters” Key “Pallet Counters” key Device Disabled Device Enabled Change Password A fault occurred, press to display Alarm message New alarm displayed Exit Alarm Display page PROGRAM Parameters Icons...
  • Page 86 Wrapping excluded Economic cycle (Dustproof) Standard cycle (Waterproof) Pressure Platen Excluded Pressure Platen included or Before Top Pressure Platen included after Top Pressure Platen Included Before and After Top Pallet Lifter Excluded Pallet Lifter Included Top Excluded Top Included High wraps and Low wraps N.
  • Page 87 Skirting timer with pressure platen included Reel carriage descent time For Top Cycle Top carriage descent time for top positioning...

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