Power On ..........................7 Changing Film ..........................8 4.2.1 Loading Film ......................... 8 4.2.2 Removing Film ........................9 Starting the Machine ........................9 4.3.1 Initial Startup ........................9 4.3.2 Running Film ........................9 November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
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Jamming at Startup......................15 6.3.3 Popping Seal Section ......................15 6.3.4 Pillow Pops Off Air Tube ....................15 6.3.5 Flat Pillows ......................... 16 6.3.6 Tearing at Seal ........................16 6.3.7 Perforation Failure ......................16 November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
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® AirSpeed Ascent Operator Manual Tech Service Hotline: 886-904-6979 Original Instructions Property of the Pregis Corporation 1650 Lake Cook Road Suite 400 Deerfield, IL 60015 United States of America Authorized CE Representative ACC – Services Contact 1877 Kirby Lane Kyle, Texas 78640 United States of America ®...
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® AirSpeed Ascent Operator Manual Tech Service Hotline: 886-904-6979 Original Instructions November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
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It is illegal to operate this machine in an EU member state if this (or any other related) manual is not written in that State’s language. If a translated version is needed, contact Pregis to order the manual. The original version of this manual is in English and denoted “Original Instructions” in the top right corner.
Size (L x W x H): 10.7 x 8.9 x 9.7 in / 272 x 226 x 247 mm 1.1 Sound Test Declaration The equivalent sound pressure level Leq at the operator station is 74 dB(A). November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
14. Never operate or work around equipment if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medications that can make you less alert or affect your judgment. 15. The machine shall be used in a facility adequately ventilated for air renewal. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
The meanings of the warning labels and the potential hazards they represent must be clearly understood before attempting to operate or maintain the machine. If, at any time, a warning label on the machine becomes lost, damaged, or illegible, contact Pregis to order replacement signs. November 2020...
Ascent Air Cushion Machine 3.1 Introduction ® The Pregis AirSpeed Ascent produces panels of air-filled packing cushions in any quantity, as needed. The ability to create packing cushions on demand saves storage space and reduces packaging material waste. Supported film rolls have a maximum size of the following: 32.25"...
3.2.1 Compatible Accessories ® For a list of accessories compatible with the AirSpeed Ascent, see the Pregis Systems Catalog. 3.3 Dismantling Upon dismantling of this system at the end of its service life, please follow the local recycling laws and regulations in effect at that time.
3mm hex wrench. (Two out of four shown.) use a 6mm hex wrench. Note: If the machine is used without a stand or frame, ensure that the four rubber feet are fastened to the base of the machine. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
Plug the AC power cord into the back of the machine. Insert power cord into a suitable outlet. Power the machine on or off using the Power Switch on the rear of the machine. See Section 3.2. DO NOT POWER ON MACHINE UNTIL IT IS SECURED. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
Jog Button Figure 12. Pull the film forward to the Backing Figure 13. While holding down the Jog button, pull Wheel (larger, red wheel). the film past the Nip Roller (lower, black wheel). November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
4.3.2 Running Film To run film through the machine, first follow all prior steps outlined in Section 4. To start the machine, press the physical or touchscreen Start/Stop button. See Section 5.2. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
The recipe (preset operating parameters) for each film type is automatically loaded from the RFID tag on the roll. Air Level and Temperature settings are adjustable within a predefined range. See Section 5.4. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
Buttons See Figure 20 in Section 5.3. Once Run Time or Length is selected in the Fill Mode Run Time/Length menu, the appropriate indicator will display on the Home Indicator Screen. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
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This indicates that Winder Mode is enabled when/if the Winder Enabled machine is attached to a winder. Winder Idle / While in Winder Mode, indicators will activate if the Threading Indicator winder is idle or threading. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
Pressing the Air Level button and Seal Temperature button opens the Blower Setting and Seal Drum Setting menus, respectively. Figure 23. Input the desired value, click the Enter key, return to the Home Screen using the Back button. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
3. Power off the machine and remove the power cord for 30 seconds. Plug back in the power cord and repower the machine. Start a cycle after allowing the machine to heat. 4. If a problem persists, call Technical Services at 886-904-6979. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
Spindle. The inner core should be seated against the flange on the spindle. See Figure 8 in Section 4.2. If the problem persists, call Technical Services. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
If the perforation breaks consistently, check to ensure the film is not rubbing on any object as it leaves the roll. Ensure the roll is properly seated. See Figure 8 in Section 4.2. If the problem persists, call Technical Services. November 2020 Copyright Pregis Corporation All Rights Reserved...
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