Content 32708885 Geset 100 Table of content General information ....................6 Overview ........................... 6 Liability restrictions ......................6 Warranty provisions ......................6 Copyright ........................... 6 Purpose and overview of the operating instructions............7 How to use the operating instructions ................7 Service-Hotline ........................
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Content 32708885 Geset 100 Requirements at the installation site .................... 32 Placing the labeling system ......................33 Setting up the labeling system ..................33 Connecting the labeling station ..................33 Connection to supply voltage ..................34 Safety instructions ........................34 Adjustment and initial operation ...............
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Content 32708885 Geset 100 Safety instructions ........................72 Mechanical error ......................73 Correcting Adjustments based on labeler result .............. 74 Correct labeling ..........................74 Error at labeling ..........................74 11. Index ........................76 12. EC Declaration of conformity ................77 Version: 16.07.13...
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32708885 Geset 100 Purpose and overview of the operating instructions These operating instructions will help you get to know the system Geset 100 and use it properly. They contain important instructions for the user on how to use the system safely and cor- rectly.
Chapter 1 General information 32708885 Geset 100 Service-Hotline The technical service hotline is available 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday. In emergencies, parts may be shipped as late as approximately 10:00 p.m. Tel : +49 (0)2224 - 7708 - 440...
Chapter 1 General information 32708885 Geset 100 Explanation of the terms used Term Explanation Is used for labeling around of round products. 3-Roll System Drive for rotating or linear movements. Normally pneumatic Actuator (cylinder) or electromagnetic (motors). The air assist tube conducts the supporting air through one Air assist tube or more holes to the bottom of the label.
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Chapter 1 General information 32708885 Geset 100 Term Explanation The abbreviation of Height Processing Unit: A device that is driven by a motor or pneumatically to move a labeler verti- cally. This feature enables different labeling positions in vertical direction.
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Chapter 1 General information 32708885 Geset 100 Term Explanation American unit measure compressed air. (1 PSI = 0.06895 bar). Metal plate about which the label is peeled off. Peeler plate Pushes the label onto the product strongly sticking. Pusher roller...
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Chapter 1 General information 32708885 Geset 100 Term Explanation Direct current voltage See service unit Water trap Version: 16.07.13 Page 12 of 77...
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 2. Safety regulations Behavior in an emergency The operating personnel must know the location of and how to use safety equipment, alarms, first aid and rescue equipment. What to do in an emergency? If individuals, body parts or objects become caught in the moving parts of the la- ¥...
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Intended use The operational safety of the system Geset 100 is guaranteed only if it is used as inten- ded. Intended use consists of the following … The labeling system may only be used for automatically labeling moving and sta- ¥...
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Reasonably foreseeable misuse Usage different than or going beyond that specified under "Intended use" is considered unauthorized. The operator bears sole responsibility for Damage arising from improper use. • Furthermore, the manufacturer assumes no liability for such use.
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Hazards to the labeling system Fig. 2-1: Example for hazards to the labeling station Geset 114 Fig. 2-2: Example for hazards to the labeling station Geset 121 Version: 16.07.13 Page 16 of 77...
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Following assembly groups may point out an entanglement or a crushing hazard f.l.t.r.: Top conveyor, • Wrapping unit, • Base conveyor • Labeler, • Guidances. • Possible injuries that may be caused by the assembly groups of the labeler, are normally reversible.
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Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Hazard from actively controlled movements. CRUSHING HAZARD! The movements of the labeling station are motor-driven by an automatic controller. - Maintain a distance from moving parts. Danger to health from the improper use of lubricants and cleaners.
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Remaining risks The labeler is constructed in a way that makes it safe for use. Some hazards are inherent in the design and construction but can be minimized with the corresponding safety mech- anisms and equipment.
Qualified personnel are operators who … Have terminated a professional technical training (Electrician, Mechanist). ¥ Have terminated a training at the Bluhm- Weber-Group successfully. ¥ Qualified personnel are allowed… To arrange repair- and maintenance works at the labeling station and its compo- ¥...
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Personal protective gear Wear the following protective gear when working on the machine: PROTECTIVE FOOTWEAR To protect against falling parts and slipping. PROTECTIVE WORK CLOTHES Protective work clothes fit snugly, tear easily, have tight-fitting sleeves and no projecting parts.
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Protection Devices Operate the system only if all safety- and protection devices are completely available and functional. Check the protection devices for its function: At first operation. ¥ At regular routine test. ¥...
Chapter 2 Safety regulations 32708885 Geset 100 Workplaces for the operating personnel The labeling station is an automated system and does not require operation while label- ing. When the labeling system is operating without any malfunction, the operator may only be in the safe area, that is, the area covered by the protective measures.
20 - 90 % relative humidity (non condensing) Surrounding conditions: Information on operator elements 1 illuminated pushbutton and 1 button, and 1 Pushbutton unit Geset 100 Emergency Stop Pushbutton Operator panel or display (s. Alpha’s manual) HMI Labeler Noise level The A-evaluated equivalent permanent noise level at the working places of this system is maximum 75db (A).
Chapter 4 Description of the labeling station 32708885 Geset 100 4. Description of the labeling station The labeling station Geset 114 is used to label square, cyclindrical, conical, oval as well as half-rounded products automatically. The labeling station Geset 121 is used to label round products automatically.
Chapter 4 Description of the labeling station 32708885 Geset 100 Complete overview This figure shows the essential assembly parts of the Geset 114. Fig. 4-1: Overview of labeling station Geset 114 Description HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT TOP CONVEYOR TOP CONVEYOR WITH DRIVE...
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Chapter 4 Description of the labeling station 32708885 Geset 100 This figure shows the essential assembly parts of the Geset 121. Fig. 4-2: Overview of labeling station Geset 121 Description PUSHER PLATE (SPONGE RUBBER) WRAPPING UNIT WITH DRIVE SWITCH CABINET...
- Stand to the side outside of the hazard zone. Hazard from falling parts. - Wear protective footwear. The transport will be arranged by a Technician of the Bluhm Weber Group or by authori- zed specialists. Version: 16.07.13 Page 28 of 77...
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Chapter 5 Transport 32708885 Geset 100 Remove the packaging material and the transport securing de- vices only at the site of use, and transport the labeling system in its original packaging to the labeling site. If the labeling system is not secured, it can tip over easily when transported.
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Chapter 5 Transport 32708885 Geset 100 Instruction Use the following procedure to transport the labeling system to its site of use. Step Procedure Transport the labeling system to its site of use (within 3 m). The labeling system is precisely positioned during installation by a Technician from the Bluhm Weber Group.
Chapter 5 Transport 32708885 Geset 100 Storage conditions The conditions for storing a labeling system are the same as those of normal operation. For details see the chapter: "Specifications" on page 24. Instruction Store the labeling system securely as follows.
This required professional knowledge cannot be completely communicated by the operat- ing instructions; therefore a Technician from the Bluhm Weber Group needs to perform the installation or accept the labeling system in a final inspection. The warranty does not cover damage or consequential damage arising from improper installation lacking the necessary fine adjustments.
Chapter 6 Installation and initial startup 32708885 Geset 100 Placing the labeling system The labeling station has to be adapted to the customer’s conveying system in po- ¥ sition and height. The height of the system parts has to be ergonomically de- signed according to the user’s requirements.
Chapter 6 Installation and initial startup 32708885 Geset 100 Connection to supply voltage Safety instructions Hazards from actively controlled movements. RISK OF INJURY FROM PULLING AND CRUSHING! Immediately after turning on, several system parts make a refe- rence run or move to its home position! - Maintain a distance from powered system components.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 7. Adjustment and initial operation Safety instructions Hazards from actively controlled movements. RISK OF INJURY FROM CRUSHING! The movements of the labeling system are motor-driven by an automatic controller in automatic operation.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Positioning device and scales Hazard from damages caused by improper use of interlocks. Positioning equipment has interlocks (normally clamp levers) to ensure a connection that is force-fit. ̶ Loosen all interlocks of the respective positioning device be- fore each change of position! ̶...
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Clamp lever for adjustment or interlock The most simple kind of adjustment is the clam- ping piece with clamp lever (s. Fig. 7-1, Pos. 10). If the clamp lever can not be rotated by 360 ° due to shortage of space, it can be easily moved by being pulled out (s.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Adjustment and initial operation The labeling system has to be re-adjusted at initial operation or at a product change. The adjustments comprise two functions, operation of the controller (s. from page 55) and me- chanical setup of the assembly groups (explained in the following).
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Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Please put the labeling system Geset 121 into operation as follows Step Procedure If there are already exist notes of the „adjustment values“ (ref. page 37) for the product to be labeled, the values should be available.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Adjust base conveyor The base conveyor transports the product to be labeled from infeed passage to labeler and from labeler to outfeed passage. . Information on adjustment of base conveyor’s height The height of the base conveyor has to be adapted to the customer-specific conveyor sys- tem or to the ergonomic requirements of the operator personnel accordingly.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Adjust side guidance The side guidances are used to determine the place at the conveyor where the product to be labeled should be transported to. For side labeling, the adjustment is generally cen- tered to the base conveyor.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Adjust top conveyor Geset 114 The top conveyor is used exclusively for side labeling and has to be placed other- wise out of the range of production. Products are moved with the base conveyor below the top conveyor and are there fixed and the side labeling is applied.
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Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Requirements Power supply is turned off. ¥ One or more sample products. ¥ No transportation of products. ¥ Instruction Please adjust the top conveyor as follows. Step Procedure Loosen the interlock (clamping lever Pos. 3 Fig. 7-6).
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Step Procedure Adjust the top conveyor to the required criteria (s. section above). Tighten again the interlock (clamping lever Pos. 3 Fig. 7-6). Remove the product. Arrange several sample labelings to check the adjustments.
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Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Information on adjustment of pushing plate Depending on product and label, the pushing plate has to be selected and adjusted. The pushing plate should include the product appr. 5 mm deeply.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Insert label roll in labeler Further information on adjustment of the labelers is described separately in provided manual. Additionally there is a threading pattern sticked on each labeler that shows the guiding of the label web.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Change peeler plate The peeler plate is part of a labeler (Fig. 7-9: Pos. 1). Its version depends on intended use, product and label width and has to be changed according to requirements.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Please exchange the peeler plate as follows. Step Procedure Remove the label material from labeler. Loosen the screws (Fig. 7-9: Pos. 1) of the peeler plate (Fig. 7-9: Pos. 2) and remove the complete peeler plate.
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Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Information on adjustment of peeler plate (side labeling) The peeler plate has to be positioned in a distance of appr. 1-3 mm. to the product by the positioning device of the labeler (no product touching!). The peeler plate should be located in a blade angle of 15°...
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Step Procedure Adjust the distance of the peeler plate (s. Fig. 7-10 or Fig. 7-11) and if appli- cable. –angle (s. Fig. 7-11) to the product according to required criteria (s.
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Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Information on adjustment of gimbal Fig. 7-13 shows the different adjustment possibilities (A and B) of the gimbal. The inclination of the peeler plate (s. Fig. 7-13 lefthand figure) enables the correction of the parallelism between label and product.
Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Adjust pusher roller, - brush and – squeegee Pushers, like pusher roller, -brush or –squeegee are used exclusively for side la- beling. For wrap-around labeling, they have to be turned away or dismantled.
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Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Optimum results are only possible if label and pusher have an identical width. Only if pusher roller or –brush do not lead to desired result, the squeegee should be used. (Assumed there are no damages to be expected that are caused by mechanical wear.) Fig.
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Chapter 7 Adjustment and initial operation 32708885 Geset 100 Information on adjustment of pusher roller, - brush and squeegees The pusher is located so far behind the labeler, that even if it springs back, there will not be any contact with the peeler plate. It can normally be adjusted by simple axis – and clamping piece brackets (s.
Chapter 8 Operation 32708885 Geset 100 8. Operation Safety instructions Hazard from actively controlled movements. CRUSHING HAZARD! Movements of the labeling station are powered automatically by the controller in automatic operation. In manual operation, as- sembly groups can be activated per touchscreen.
Chapter 8 Operation 32708885 Geset 100 Control element (Pushbutton box) Fig. 8-3: Display- and operator elements Description EMERGENCY STOP PUSHBUTTON RED BUTTON AUTOMATIC OFF GREEN ILLUMINATED BUTTON AUTOMATIC ON Turn on labeling operation The automatic operation is used to label products.
Chapter 8 Operation 32708885 Geset 100 Stop labeling operation Requirements Labeling station is in labeling operation (s.a.) ¥ Instruction Please stop labeling operation as follows. Step Procedure If possible, the labeling system should be run empty. Push the [AUTOMATIC OFF] –button at operator panel to stop automatic labeling operation.
Chapter 8 Operation 32708885 Geset 100 Operation of labeler Information on operation of the labeler can be found in the manual of the labeler in the documentation referring to this labeling station. Version: 16.07.13 Page 58 of 77...
Chapter 9 Maintenance 32708885 Geset 100 9. Maintenance Safety instructions Hazard from direct or indirect contact with voltage- conducting parts. DANGER TO LIFE! - Before performing any work at the labeling station, disconnect it from electrical power. *² Hazard from residual compressed air in the pneumatic com- ponents.
¥ Lint-free cloth (*21800978) ¥ Label remover (*21800771) ¥ *Product recommendation. Can be obtained from the Bluhm Weber Group with the eight-character article number. Instruction Please arrange the daily maintenance as follows. Step Procedure Arrange the required maintenance work at the labelers (Description s. cor- respondent chapter in provided manual of Alpha …).
¥ Compressed air spray (*21800768) ¥ Soft brush (round or flat, appr. 100 mm) ¥ *Product recommendation. Can be obtained from the Bluhm Weber Group with the eight-character article number. Instruction Please arrange the weekly maintenance as follows. Step Procedure Clean all sensors (product-, low label-, label gap sensor) carefully with a soft brush and compressed air spray.
No transportation of products. ¥ Required equipment Bearing grease Proline, Pro 672U (92100772, food compliant) ¥ *Product recommendation. Can be obtained from the Bluhm Weber Group with the eight-character article number. Instruction Please arrange the yearly servicing as follows. Step Procedure Examine …...
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Chapter 9 Maintenance 32708885 Geset 100 REINIGUNGSHINWEISE / CLEANING NOTES REINIGUNG NACH CLEANING AFTER EACH JEDEM ROLLENWECHSEL ! ROLL CHANGE ! BESTELL-NUMMERN / ORDER NUMBERS BESTELLANNAHME ORDER PROCESSING FRIKTIONSEINHEIT / FRICTION UNIT DRUCKKOPF / PRINTHEAD TISCHDRUCKER GUMMIWALZEN / PLATEN ROLLERS...
Chapter 9 Maintenance 32708885 Geset 100 Cleaning of sensors Safety instructions Unintended system start RISK OF INJURY! When cleaning the light sensors and light barriers, it may be trig- gered an accidentally reaction of the labeling station due to ap- proaching or touching.
Chapter 9 Maintenance 32708885 Geset 100 Maintenance instruction *²conveying systems Safety instructions Hazard from direct or indirect contact with voltage- conducting parts. DANGER TO LIFE! - Before performing any work at the labeling station, disconnect it from electrical power. Danger of being pulled in by rotating elements.
¥ Lint-free cloth (*21800978) ¥ Label remover (*21800771) ¥ * Product recommendation. Can be obtained from the Bluhm Weber Group with the eight-character article number. Instruction Please clean the base conveyor as follows. Step Procedure Remove strong sticking adhesive- and label residues with label remover.
Chapter 9 Maintenance 32708885 Geset 100 Adjust belt tension The manufacturer’s adjustment of the base conveyor does normally not require any adap- tion. If tension or the base conveyor‘ s run have to be readjusted, it has to be arranged by experts only.
Chapter 9 Maintenance 32708885 Geset 100 Belt run correction of conveyor belts Fig. 9-1 Adjust base conveyor principle Description TRANSPORT DIRECTION DIRECTION WHERE THE BASE CONVEYOR RUNS ADJUSTMENT DIRECTION OF THE DEFLECTION ROLLER TO BELT RUN CORRECTION All rolls involved in belt running should be possibly parallel and exactly right-angled to conveyor axis.
Chapter 9 Maintenance 32708885 Geset 100 Retension of timing belts (Timing belt) Fig. 9-2 Tense top conveyor Description CLAMPING SCREW TRANSPORT TIMING BELT TOP CONVEYOR The pick up of the timing belt at the drive roller is arranged by form fit of the pulley. Thus the required belt tension is much lower than with the base conveyor.
Chapter 9 Maintenance 32708885 Geset 100 Exchange of transport timing belts If the transport timing belt is damaged or worn, it has to be replaced. Observe that the new transport timing belt is also suitable for the base conveyor and that it has the spe- cified dimensions.
Incorrect or faulty spare parts can impair safety and cause injury or damage to the machine ̶ Only use original spare parts or parts that are specifically ap- proved by the Bluhm Weber Group. Wiring diagram The wiring diagram is included in switch cabinet.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting 32708885 Geset 100 10. Troubleshooting Instructions to arrange the troubleshooting address only to trained personnel. If the service personnel is not able to remedy the failure, please contact our Service- Hotline (see page 8). Safety instructions Hazard from direct or indirect contact with voltage- conducting parts.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting 32708885 Geset 100 Mechanical error Possible cause Problem Solution Label liner tears. Label roll is damaged. Exchange label roll. Nicks or label cutter-die damage on liner. Dents/damages at the side of the label roll. The liner width varies significantly.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting 32708885 Geset 100 Correcting Adjustments based on labeler result Based on the labeler result you can draw conclusions from the necessary adjustments. Correct labeling If the labeling is performed correctly, the label is free from creases, ¥...
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Chapter 10 Troubleshooting 32708885 Geset 100 The label is beveled on the product. Fig. 10-3: Product with beveled label Correct the labeling result as follows: Step Procedure The inclination of the tamp plate may be adjusted incorrectly. Examine and correct the inclination of the tamp plate.
Chapter 12 EC Declaration of conformity 32708885 Geset 100 12. EC Declaration of conformity EG-KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG gemäß EG-Maschinenrichtlinie 2006/42/EG, Anhang II A EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Appendix II A DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE CE conforme à la directive machine 2006/42/CE, appendice II A...