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3M -Matic 120af3 Instructions And Parts List

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3M-Matic
120af3
Adjustable
Case Sealer
with
AccuGlide
Taping Heads
Serial No.
For reference, record machine serial number here.
3M Packaging Systems Division
3M Center, Building 220-8W-01
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
TM
Type 19600
II
TM
Important Safety
Information
Read "Important Safeguards",
pages 3-5 and also
operating "Warnings",
page 20 in Section I
BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THIS
EQUIPMENT.
Spare Parts
It is recommended you
immediately order the spare
parts listed on page 40,
Section I and page 17,
Section II. These parts are
expected to wear through
normal use and should be
kept on hand to minimize
production delays.
"3M-Matic"and "AccuGlide" are Trademarks
of 3M, St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
Litho in U.S.A.
© 3M 1998 44-0009-1919-9 (B29.03)

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  • Page 1 Serial No. For reference, record machine serial number here. "3M-Matic"and "AccuGlide" are Trademarks 3M Packaging Systems Division of 3M, St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Litho in U.S.A. 3M Center, Building 220-8W-01 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 © 3M 1998 44-0009-1919-9 (B29.03)
  • Page 2 Minimum billing on parts orders will be $25.00. Replacement part prices available on request. $10.00 restocking charge per invoice on returned parts. Note : Outside the U.S., contact the local 3M subsidiary for parts ordering information. "3M-Matic", "AccuGlide" and “Scotch” are trademarks of 3M Packaging Systems Division 3M, St.
  • Page 3 Replacement Parts And Service Information To Our Customers: This is the 3M-Matic™/AccuGlide™/Scotch™ brand equipment you ordered. It has been set up and tested in the factory with "Scotch" brand tapes. If any problems occur when operating this equipment, and you desire a service call, or phone consultation, call, write or Fax the appropriate number listed below.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Instruction Manual 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer, Type 19600 This instruction manual is divided into two sections as follows: Section Includes all information related to installation, operation and parts for the case sealer. Section Includes specific information regarding the AccuGlide™ STD 3 Inch Taping Heads. Table of Contents Page Section...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents (Continued) Page Adjustments ..........................Air Pressure Regulator ..................Drive Belt Tension ....................Taping Head Adjustments ..................Special Set-Up Procedure ......................... 33 - 35 Changing Tape Leg Length ................. 33 - 34 Outer Column Re-Positioning ................34 - 35 Troubleshooting ..........................

  • Page 6: Description

    Description The 3M-Matic 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer with AccuGlide II Taping Heads is designed to accept filled regular slotted containers from an existing conveyor, fold the top flaps and apply a “C” clip of Scotch brand pressure-sensitive film box sealing tape to the top and bottom center seam of the box. The 120af3 is manually adjustable to a wide range of box sizes (see "Specifications –...

  • Page 7: Equipment Warranty And Limited Remedy

    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.

  • Page 8: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards The "Warning – Hazardous Voltage" label, shown This safety alert symbol identifies in Figure 1-2, is attached to the cover of the important messages in this manual. electrical control box. The label warns service READ AND UNDERSTAND THEM BEFORE personnel to unplug the power supply before INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS attempting any service work on the case sealer.
  • Page 9 Two emergency stop switches are located, one on Important Safeguards (Continued) each side of the machine, on the guard at the infeed end of the machine. The "Stop" label, shown in The "Warning – Moving Flap Kicker" labels, Figure 1-6, is located near these switches and shown in Figure 1-4, are attached to the machine remind operators and other personnel of the function guards on the infeed end, close to the top.
  • Page 10 Important Safeguards (Continued) The "Up/Down" label, shown in Figure 1-10, is The "Safety Instructions" label, shown in located on the top surface, on each side, of the Figure 1-8, is attached to the frame next to the air upper column assembly. The label reminds the valve/regulator and reminds operator of the correct operator of the direction to turn the height air pressure to use.
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  • Page 12: Specifications

    Specifications 1. Power Requirements: Electrical – 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 2.8 Amp Pneumatic – 5.2 bar gauge pressure [75 PSIG] 42 litre/min @ 21° C, 1.01 bar [1.5 SCFM] at 27 boxes per minute An air regulator/filter is included. The machine is equipped with two 1/9 HP motors and comes with a PVC covered power cord and a grounded plug.
  • Page 13 Specifications (Continued) 4. Tape: Scotch brand pressure-sensitive film box sealing tapes. 5. Tape Width: 48 mm [2 inch] minimum to 72 mm [3 inch] maximum 6. Tape Roll Diameter: Up to 405 mm [16 inch] maximum on a 76.2 mm [3 inch] diameter core. (Accommodates all system roll lengths of Scotch brand film tapes.) 7.
  • Page 14 Note – The maximum width box is 495 mm [19.5 inch] with optional 120af-if Infeed Conveyor. Special modifications may be available for carton sizes not listed above. Contact your 3M Representative for information. Notes: 1. Boxes lower than 165 mm [6.5 inch] and wider than 300 mm [11.75 inch] require removal of compression rollers.
  • Page 15 Specifications (Continued) 10. Machine Dimensions: H1** H2** Minimum 1355 1525 1920 [Inches] [4.81] [23] [53.38] [23] [30.25] [35.38] [22.5] [60] [75.5] [37.5] [37.5] Maximum 1880 1525 1920 1150 [Inches] [4.81] [28.13] [74] [28.13] [30.25] [35.38] [22.5] [60] [75.5] [37.5] [45.25] Casters are optional ** Includes the height of a plastic foot, which is removed if casters are used.

  • Page 16: Installation And Set-Up

    If damage is evident, file a damage claim immediately with the transportation company 2. Height adjustment crank is shipped in upside and also notify your 3M Representative. down position. Remove the crank and install right side up as shown in Figure 2-1A.
  • Page 17 Installation and Set-Up (Continued) Figure 2-1 – Machine Set-Up 9. Remove fasteners that secure case sealer legs 10. Adjust machine bed height. The case sealer is to pallet. equipped with four adjustable legs that are located at the corners of the machine frame. Use appropriate material handling equipment to The legs can be adjusted to obtain different remove the machine from the pallet and move it...
  • Page 18 0.30 m/s [60 F.P.M.] must be maintained for boxes entering the case sealer. Contact your 3M Representative for assistance in selecting conveyor requirements and speed that will comply with your box capability. Figure 2-2 – Machine Bed Height Adjustment and Lower Tape Drum Bracket...
  • Page 19 Installation and Set-Up (Continued) Figure 2-3 – Conveyor Systems 13. Pneumatic connection a. Read and remove safety tag from pneumatic "On/Off" valve. Make sure the valve is in the WARNING – Use care when working "EXH" (off) position. with compressed air. b.

  • Page 20: Taping Heads

    Installation and Set-Up (Continued) 14. Electrical Connection TAPING HEADS The electrical control box (mounted on the lower Tape Width – the taping heads have been pre-set to right side of the machine frame), contains the accommodate 72 mm [3 inch] wide tape rolls. To pre-set circuit breaker.
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  • Page 22: Operation

    Operation IMPORTANT – Before operating the case sealer, read the "Important Safeguards", pages 3-5 and "Warnings" on page 20 as well as all of the "Operation" instructions. Refer to Figure 3-1 and 3-2 to acquaint yourself with the various components and controls of the case sealer. Also see Figures 3-1 and 3-2 in Section II for taping head components.

  • Page 23: Machine Controls, Valves And Switches

    Operation (Continued) Figure 3-2 – Controls, Valves and Switches Electrical "On/Off" Switch Always turn the air "Off" when machine is not in The box drive belts are turned on and off ("Off" use, when servicing the machine, or when button is red) with the electrical switch on the connecting or disconnecting air supply line.
  • Page 24 Operation (Continued) Indicator, Air Pressure An optical warning indicator for the compressed air circuit of the machine indicates "red" when air circuit is on. Flap Folder Cam The flap folder cam, when depressed by a box passing over it, actuates the flap folder to fold the trailing box flap down.

  • Page 25: Operating "Warnings

    Operation (Continued) WARNINGS Turn electrical and air supply off and disconnect before servicing taping heads or performing any adjustments or maintenance on the machine. Turn electrical and air supplies off when machine is not in use. Do not leave machine running unattended. Before turning drive belts on, be sure no tools or other objects are on the machine bed.

  • Page 26: Box Size Set-Up

    Operation (Continued) Box Size Set-Up 1. REAR FLAP FOLDER (Figure 3-5) Open the side drive belts wide enough to accommodate the desired box width. The side drive belts are positioned by means of the drive belt adjustment crank. Place a product filled box on the infeed conveyor bed with the top flaps folded as shown.
  • Page 27 Operation (Continued) 3. UPPER SIDE FLAP FOLDER The upper side flap folders can be adjusted in or out to accommodate the width of the box as shown in Figure 3-7. For optimum performance, the side flap folders should be adjusted to the narrowest position which allows them to catch any side flaps that may be bent outward past vertical.
  • Page 28 Operation (Continued) 5. WIDTH ADJUSTMENT (Figure 3-9) Position both side drive belts against the sides of the box to fully center the box on the machine bed. The side drive belts are positioned as shown by means of the side adjustment crank. Figure 3-9 –...

  • Page 29: Box Sealing

    Operation (Continued) 7. REMOVE BOX (Figure 3-11) WARNING – Be sure all packaging materials and tools are removed from the machine before operating. Connect electrical supply and press the electrical switch to "On" to start the side drive belts to remove the set-up box from the case sealer.

  • Page 30: Box Jams

    Operation (Continued) Box Jams If a box is improperly fabricated or filled, if the 5. Readjust upper assembly (taping head) and machine is not adjusted correctly for the box being drive belts according to "Box Size Set-Up" run, or if boxes enter the machine incorrectly, a box instructions, pages 21-24.
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  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Maintenance The case sealer has been designed for long, trouble vacuum. Depending on the number and type of free service. The machine will perform best when it boxes sealed in the case sealer, this cleaning should receives routine maintenance and cleaning. be done approximately once per month.

  • Page 33: Drive Belt Replacement

    Failure to comply with this warning could result in severe personal injury or equipment damage. Drive Belt Replacement Note – 3M recommends the replacement of drive belts in pairs, especially if belts are unevenly worn. Figure 4-2 1. Crank the upper taping head to the fully raised position.
  • Page 34 Maintenance (Continued) Figure 4-3 – Drive Assembly – Infeed End Install new drive belt around drive rollers and insert new pin. Pin must not extend beyond edge of belt. See Figure 4-3. IMPORTANT – Before installing new drive belt, check inside surface of belt for drive direction arrow and install the belt accordingly.

  • Page 35: Air Line Filter

    Maintenance (Continued) WARNING – Turn air and electrical supplies off and disconnect before beginning maintenance. Failure to comply with this warning could result in severe personal injury or equipment damage. Air Line Filter – Figure 4-5 Periodically unscrew the filter bowl on the air regulator and clean the air filter.

  • Page 36: Adjustments

    Adjustments WARNING – Turn air and electrical supplies off and disconnect before beginning adjustments. Failure to comply with this warning could result in severe personal injury or equipment damage. Air Pressure Regulator – Figure 5-1 The pressure regulator regulates main air pressure to the machine.
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  • Page 38: Special Set-Up Procedure

    Special Set-Up Procedure WARNING – Turn off electrical power and air supply and disconnect power cord from electrical supply before beginning Special Set-Up Procedure. If power cord is not disconnected, severe injury to personnel could result. Changing the Tape Leg Length (From 70 to 50 mm [2 3/4 to 2 inch]) The following changes to the case sealer frame and upper/lower taping heads will allow taping boxes...

  • Page 39: Outer Column Re-Positioning

    Special Set-Up Procedure (Continued) 4. Lift the lower taping head as shown in Figure 6-2 and remove it from the machine bed. CAUTION – Holding taping head in another way may increase the danger of being injured by the tape cut- off knife.
  • Page 40 Special Set-Up Procedure (Continued) Figure 6-3 – Outer Column Re-Positioning...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The Troubleshooting Guide lists some possible machine problems, causes and corrections. Also see Section II "Troubleshooting", pages 15 and 16 for taping head problems. Troubleshooting Guide Correction Cause Problem Check machine specifications. Narrow boxes Drive belts do not convey boxes Boxes are narrower than recommended, causing slippage and premature belt wear.

  • Page 42: Electrical/Pneumatic Diagrams

    Electrical/Pneumatic Diagrams Figure 7-1 – Pneumatic Diagram...
  • Page 43 Electrical/Pneumatic Diagrams (Continued) Figure 7-2 – Electrical Diagram...

  • Page 45: Replacement Parts And Service Information

    Replacement Parts And Service Information Spare Parts The following parts are normal wear items and should be ordered and kept on hand as used. Qty. Ref. No. Part Number Description 6233-59 (Sec. I) 78-8100-0859-5 Belt – Drive W/Pin In addition, a tool/spare parts kit supplied with the 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer contains the following spare parts: Qty.

  • Page 46: Options/Accessories

    Options/Accessories For additional information on the options/accessories listed below, contact your 3M Representative. Part Number Option/Accessory 78-8069-3983-7 Caster Kit Attachment 78-8114-0841-4 120af-if Infeed Conveyor 78-8114-0830-7 AccuGlide II STD 3 Inch Upper Taping Head, Type 39600 78-8114-0831-5 AccuGlide II STD 3 Inch Lower Taping Head, Type 39600...

  • Page 47: Replacement Parts Illustrations And Parts Lists

    Refer to the first page of this instruction manual “Replacement Parts and Service Information” for replacement parts ordering information. IMPORTANT – Not all the parts listed are normally stocked items. Some parts or assemblies shown are available only on special order. Contact 3M/Tape Dispenser Parts to confirm item availability.
  • Page 48 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Frame Assemblies...
  • Page 49 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6227/1 of 3...
  • Page 50 Figure 6227 (page 1 of 3) Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6227-1 78-8100-1245-6 Bed Conveyor 6227-2 78-8094-6389-2 Leg Assembly – Inner 6227-3 78-8100-1246-4 Leg – Inner 6227-4 78-8060-8480-8 Pad – Foot 6227-5 78-8055-0867-4 Screw – Hex Hd, M8 x 30...
  • Page 51 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6227/2 of 3...
  • Page 52 Figure 6227 (page 2 of 3) Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6227-25 78-8119-6470-5 Conveyor – L/H, W/English Labels 6227-26 78-8100-1249-8 Conveyor – Center 6227-27 78-8100-1065-8 Conveyor – Rear 6227-28 78-8060-7965-9 Shaft – Hex Hd, /8 x 120 6227-29 78-8054-8857-0 Shaft –...
  • Page 53 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6227/3 of 3...
  • Page 54 Figure 6227 (page 3 of 3) Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6227-49 26-1003-7947-3 Screw – Soc Hd Hex Soc, M4 x 35 6227-50 78-8054-8758-0 Spacer – Valve Holder 6227-51 78-8005-5740-3 Washer – Plain, 4 mm 6227-52 26-1003-6914-4 Nut – Plastic Insert, M4...
  • Page 55 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6228...
  • Page 56 Figure 6228 Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6228-1 78-8076-5232-2 Arm Assembly – Front, Right 6228-2 78-8076-5062-3 Arm Assembly – Rear, Right 6228-3 78-8076-5233-0 Arm Assembly – Front Left 6228-4 78-8076-5063-1 Arm Assembly – Rear, Left 6228-5 78-8076-4791-8 Bushing 6228-6...
  • Page 57 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6229...
  • Page 58 Figure 6229 Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6229-1 78-8119-6463-0 Outer Column Assembly, W/English Labels 6229-2 26-1003-7964-8 Screw – Soc Hd Hex Soc Dr, M8 x 20 6229-3 78-8114-4623-2 Inner Column Assembly 6229-4 78-8100-1072-4 Column – Inner 6229-5 78-8054-8617-8 Bearing – Special...
  • Page 59 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6230...
  • Page 60 Figure 6230 Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6230-1 78-8114-4628-1 Support – Flap Folder 6230-2 26-1003-7963-0 Screw – Soc Hd, M8 x 16 6230-3 26-1003-5842-8 Screw – Hex Hd, M8 x 20 6230-4 78-8017-9318-9 Washer – Plain, 8 mm 6230-5...
  • Page 61 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6231...
  • Page 62 Figure 6231 Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6231-1 78-8119-6464-8 Frame – Upper Head, R/H, W/English Labels 6231-2 78-8119-6465-5 Frame – Upper Head, L/H, W/English Labels 6231-3 26-1003-5842-8 Screw – Hex Hd, M8 x 20 6231-4 78-8017-9318-9 Washer – Plain, 8 mm...
  • Page 63 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6232...
  • Page 64 Figure 6232 Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6232-1 78-8060-8056-6 Side Roller Assembly – Right 6232-2 78-8060-8057-4 Side Roller Assembly – Left 6232-3 78-8119-6473-9 Mount – Side Roller, W/English Labels 6232-4 78-8054-8648-3 Roller – Pressure 6232-5 78-8055-0622-3 Bushing 6232-6 26-1003-5845-1 Screw –...
  • Page 65 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6233/1 of 2...
  • Page 66 Figure 6233 (Page 1 of 2) Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6233-1 78-8119-6500-9 Drive Assembly – R/H, W/O Motor, W/English Labels 6233-2 78-8119-6501-7 Drive Assembly – L/H, W/O Motor, W/English Labels 6233-3 78-8076-5100-1 Guide – Lower, Right 6233-4 78-8076-5101-9 Guide –...
  • Page 67 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6233/2 of 2...
  • Page 68 Figure 6233 (page 2 of 2) Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6233-49 78-8076-5106-8 Pulley Assembly – Idler 6233-50 78-8023-2544-5 Bearing – 6203-2RS 6233-51 78-8023-2410-9 Bearing – 6000-2RS 6233-52 78-8016-5855-6 E-Ring – 10 mm 6233-53 78-8032-0375-7 Screw – Hex Hd. M6 x 16...
  • Page 69 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6234...
  • Page 70 Figure 6234 Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6234-1 78-8091-0600-4 Housing – Wire 6234-2 26-1003-7963-0 Screw – Soc Hd, M8 x 16 6234-3 78-8076-4872-6 Strap – Wire 6234-4 78-8010-7163-6 Screw – Hex Hd, M5 x 10 6234-5 78-8005-5741-1 Washer – Flat, M5...
  • Page 71 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6235...
  • Page 72 Figure 6235 Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6235-1 78-8094-6379-3 Support – Box 6235-2 78-8113-6759-4 Enclosure – W/English Labels 6235-3 78-8094-6381-9 Screw – Soc Hd, Hex Hd, M4 x 15 6235-4 78-8005-5740-3 Washer – Plain, 4 mm 6235-5 26-1003-6914-4 Nut – Plastic Insert, M4...
  • Page 73 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6236/1 of 2...
  • Page 74 Figure 6236 (page 1 of 2) Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6236-1 78-8076-4665-4 Indicator – Visual 6236-2 26-1005-5909-0 Elbow 6236-3 78-8057-5738-8 Cylinder – SIRI, 40 mm x 100 mm 6236-4 78-8057-5747-9 Mount – Cylinder Mount End 6236-5 78-8091-0510-5 Regulator – Speed...
  • Page 75 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6236/2 of 2...
  • Page 76 Figure 6236 (page 2 of 2) Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6236-18 26-1005-6897-6 Hose Connector – RA030 9-1/4 Inch 6236-19 78-8114-4652-1 Starter – EAV2000 6236-20 78-8091-0315-9 Elbow 6236-21 78-8094-6084-9 Limit Switch – PXC-M521 6236-22 78-8114-4653-9 Joint – 31560600 6236-23...
  • Page 77 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Figure 6237...
  • Page 78 Figure 6237 Ref. No. 3M Part No. Description 6237-1 78-8119-6471-3 Guard – L/H, W/English Labels 6237-2 26-1003-7964-8 Screw – Soc Hd Hex Soc Dr, M8 x 20 6237-3 78-8017-9318-9 Washer – Plain, 8 mm 6237-4 78-8094-6461-9 Bracket 6237-5 78-8032-0382-3 Screw – Soc Hex Hd, M5 x 16...
  • Page 79 120af3 Adjustable Case Sealer Safety and Information Labels...
  • Page 80 Label – Product 78-8060-8481-6 Label – Leg 78-8070-1329-3 Label – Warning, Hazardous Voltage 78-8070-1336-8 Label – Warning, Sharp Knife 78-8070-1339-2 Label – 3M Logo 78-8070-1423-4 Label – Up/Down 78-8070-1629-6 Label – Belt Tensioning 78-8070-1331-9 Label – Warning, Moving Belts 78-8070-1330-1 Label –...

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