1. SAFETY 1.1 SAFETY RECOMENDATIONS Unsafe practices or unauthorized modifications of machine could result in accidents or property damage. For safe installation, operation, handling and maintenance, please strictly follow the simple safety rules stated below and take precautions. Failure to follow these safety rules and take necessary precautions can result in serious injury or death as well as cause damage to the equipment.
1.2 PERSONAL SAFETY Please read and understand this operation manual before using this equipment. Failure to follow the operating instructions may result in personal injury or damage to the machine. The following procedures and guidelines must be observed to avoid problems that can result in property damage, personal injury or death.
1.3 FOOD SAFETY While many Promax / Promarks machines are used in applications involving vacuum packaging and vacuum cooking, there are inherent risks associated with these techniques that can result in serious illness or death to the consumer of the food product. Therefore if you are using your machine for food applications, you must consult a qualified food technician or specialist in vacuum / modified atmosphere (M.A.P.) to review the safety of your application.
2.INSTALLATION 2.1 UNPACKING Carefully remove the cardboard outer shell by cutting the retaining straps then removing the top and then the side panels. Inspect the machine carefully for any hidden shipping damage. Notify the shipping company right away if any damage is observed. ...
70 ~ 80℃ is normal. The machine must have free air access for cooling. A minimum distance from walls, other machines, etc. should be maintained, at least 20 cm for each side of machine for providing adequate ventilation.
2.5 CHECK OIL LEVEL Check the oil level only when the machine is not in operation and all vacuum built up in the chamber has been vented. Be aware that the oil may be very hot and avoid all contact. Checking the Oil Level * Check the oil level on a daily basis * When checking the oil level use the sight gauge shown in figure 1 below.
3.4 OPERATION OF THE PNC-01 DIGITAL CONTROL PANEL 3.4.1 Operation of the Model PNC-01 Digital Control Panel When following the instructions for programming your machine please refer to Fig. 5 below. Figure 5 PRO G RA M PROGRAM TIME / % SK I P STO P CY CLE...
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D. Changing Program Settings 1. Choose the program number you wish to edit 2. Press and hold down the Right Arrow key for 3 seconds. 3. You will see the Time / % display begins to flash. 4. Change the settings as indicated in steps E to J. Important Note: If your machine is equipped with the most recent version of the PNC-01 control you will not need to implement the instructions above in order to change program settings.
Press the Right Arrow key to move to the next setting. The Soft Air LED will remain on. However you are now setting the Vent Off time. 4. Using the Plus/Minus keys set the amount of time you want the vent valve to remain closed between each vent pulse.
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4. Press the Left Arrow key again you will see that the Gas LED remains lit. You will set a time value for the next two settings only if you wish to use the PULSE GAS feature. 5. Using the Plus / Minus keys set a GAS ON time 6.
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1. The first setting will be Total Vacuum Time. Using the Plus/Minus keys set the total time you want the vacuum cycle to last. 2. Press the Right Arrow key to move to the next setting. The VAC LED will remain on.
4.MAINTENANCE 4.1 Basic Maintenance The following maintenance procedures should be followed no matter what model Promarks machine you own. 4.1.1 Daily Visual Inspection Your machine should have the following items inspected daily. If this inspection is performed daily prior to the start of your days production you will find that your machine will always perform consistently, last longer and suffer less down time.
4.1.2 Daily cleaning Important Note: The following daily cleaning points are meant to help keep your machine in proper working order. They are in no way intended to provide the required level of sanitation needed for the packaging of food products. As noted earlier in this manual your company should consult with an expert in the sanitation field to design a robust sanitation routine when packaging food products.
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b. Seal bars are located in the lid on larger SC Series machines and all DC Series machines. 2. Remove the screws that hold the Teflon holding strap in place. Refer to Figure A on the next page. 3. Remove the old Teflon cover. 4.
4.4 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS AND CHECK ITEMS Maintenance Intervals/ Daily Yearly Biyearly 3 ~ 5 years Note Bimonthly Quarterly Check items Keep the vacuum lid open after finished working and let vacuum pump running about 15 minutes. Check the oil level Check the sound of motor Oil come out from...
5. TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1 PROBLEMS AND CORRECTIONS Problem and Corrections - Review installation procedure section to ensure the installation is correct. If correct, the troubleshooting chart below lists possible problems, causes, corrections, and reference guide. Problem Cause Correction Control panel is under normal The KM1, QM1, MCB1, MCB2 Check each part and turn on the function, but vacuum pump does...
Problem Cause Correction No or improper sealing. Sealing wire is broken. Replace it. Sealing wire is loose. Tighten it. Insufficient pressure. Pressure bar is damaged, replace Replace it. Sealing transformer is damaged. Replace it. Teflon tape or silicone rubber is damaged.
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SC80300P00 PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE SC80338000 Vacuum lid LR-E OPTION SC80330000 Vacuum lid LR-G SC80302000 Lid Gasket 2740209 Handle MS737-1-300 SC68324000 Washer ψ25xψ11x14.5L (PE) 2701174 Hexagon Socket Head Cap Bolt M8x30 (S) 2707203 Nut M8 (S) SC80320A00 SEALING BAR SET - TOP 2701154 Hexagon Socket Head Cap Bolt M6x25 (S) 2705151...
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SC80310P00 PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE SC80350000 VACUUM LID (FB) SC80302000 Lid Gasket 2740209 Handle MS737-1-300 SC68324000 Washer (PE) 2701174 Hexagon Socket Head Cap Bolt M8x30 (S) 2707203 Nut M8 (S) SC80340A00 SEALING BAR SET - TOP 2701154 Hexagon Socket Head Cap Bolt M6x25 (S) 2705151 Washer M6 (S) 10 2705302...
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SC80320P00 PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE SC80320000 Sealing Bar - Top (LR) SC80340000 Sealing Bar - Top (FB) D80K314000 Sealing Bushing D80K315001 Eed Block D80K317000 Sealing Bushing 2703327 Screw, Round Hd M4x20 (S) D80K316000 Heating Band Holder 2704603 Screw, Socket Set M6x10 SUS SC80322000 Teflon Tape (LR) SC80342000...
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