In accordance with Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Appendix II A In accordance with EMC Directive 2004/108/EC In accordance with Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC Manufacturer Authorized Representative in the Community VC999 VERPACKUNGSSYSTEME AG ............Melonenstrasse 2 ............CH-9100 Herisau ............We hereby declare that the following product Product name: Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i...
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i NOTICE The following handover declaration has to be completed by the owner. The owner is obliged to return the original, completed handover declaration to us. The owner hereby certifies that he/she has understood and taken full note of the operating manual. By signing this document...
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 1. Introduction 1.1 General information • his operating manual is an integral part of your machine. The information and safety instructions contained herein have to be carefully read and adhered to by members of staff authorized to operate the machine.
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Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 2. Safety and warranty 2.1 Explanation of the safety instructions All the safety instructions in this operating manual provide the operator with early warning of possible dangers, possible damage to the machine and peripheral equipment and of flawed, productive work.
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 2.3 Residual risks Despite taking all precautions residual risks remain. Residual risks are potential, not obvious risks. Pay particular attention to: • Risk of burns when touching hot surfaces and due to hot steam*. • Trapping fingers and general injuries from uncoordinated operation.
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i NOTICE The owner is solely responsible for workplace safety and adherence to statutory regulations regarding machine handling. • This operating manual is part of the machine. If it is lost or damaged, immediately order a replacement copy via our Customer Service.
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 3. Intended use This machine is a technical tool which is solely intended for packaging suitable products at your workplace. It should only be used to shrink hermetically sealed shrink bags containing food (e.g. meat, cold cuts, cheese, etc.). Any other use is strictly prohibited! NOTICE Do not place objects or living things inside the machine for whatever purpose (e.g.
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 4. Technical Data Electrical Connection Values (Fig.1, Pos. 1) Steam Connection (Fig. 1, Pos. 3) Equipment as in EN 60204-1 R½“ 6 - 8 bar Steam needed to bring water from 20° to 90°C: 30 kg 230 V / 3 / 50 Hz 0.5 kW...
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 4.1 Dimensioned Drawings Variant 1 Variant 2 With intake - With in - or discharge belt conveyor and outlet rollers Fig. 1 2009-11-17 Art. no. 512.320 Page 13/34...
Principle of Operation The VC999 85.47i Shrink Tank operates on the method of shrinkage by brief immersion in hot water. Incoming product is registered by the photo cell (21) and starts the fully automatic immersion cycle.
The machine works at a room temperature of 5-35°C. transit. • In the event of damage in transit keep packaging NOTICE and notify VC999 and the carrier at once. If there is danger of (severe) frost, drain tank to prevent frost damage. 7.1 Instruction for Transport...
NOTICE 8. Works before first Start-Up The first switch-on of the machine must only be Before the arrival of the VC999 Customer Service the done by the VC999 Customer Service. customer should carry out the following work: • Electrical Connection (Chapter 8.1)
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 8.3 Water Connection 8.4 Steam Connection The VC999 85.47i Shrink Tank can be fed with cold or Only for versions with steam heating: warm water. NOTICE NOTICE A manometer (setting 6 bar max) and a safety value With hard water it is desirable to install a water softener set for 8 bar must be provided on site.
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 8.6 Connect Drain for Water 9. Commissioning For water-drainage we suggest a ball-cock with an inside thread R 1/4". A drain hose can be attached. WARNING Risk of injuries! The first start-up must always be undertaken...
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 10. Daily Start-Up 11. Programming NOTICE The programming of the shrink tank is divided into a program level and an ABC level. The machine may only be used by workers who, because of their training and knowledge or...
Cycles are given in 1000s, a cycle being a through the dip tank without a dipping cycle. complete immersion process. After a service has been carried out the VC999 11.2.3 Conveyor belts Customer Service will set the operating hours and the intake conveyor may be switched off, if required.
(1). • This announcement can be cancelled by the STOP key (10). • Please get in touch with the VC999 Customer Service to have the servicing done. The following message appears after 60 running hours: ‘Carry out decalcifying program’...
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 12.2 Fault Announcements on the Display Panel Number Fault Cause Action Interruption of temperature sensor Defective temp. sensor or Contact VC999 Customer measuring connection Service Temperature sensor short-circuited Defective temp. sensor or Contact VC999 Customer measuring connection...
Level switch not set correctly Contact VC999 Customer Service = overflow Immersion platform (18) runs unevenly Drive or bearings worn Have servicing carried out by VC999 when dipping or transporting material Customer Service When on automatic operation the Photocell (21) is defective or Adjust cell or replace;...
− Add about 3.5 measures of decalcifier (obtainable inspect immersion platform (18) for bag- or product from the VC999 Customer Service) to the water. residues. Remove any such residue found. Close hood (13) by raising the hood (13) and pressing the catch (45).
NOTICE 13.2 Maintenance When the cover is removed the water between stop The VC999 Customer Service is available on valve and filter will run out. request for all servicing. − Replace filter after cleaning. Recommendation: Allow the VC999 Customer −...
Shrink Tank VC999 85.47i 13.2.2 Service Unit 13.2.5 Changing Electronic Boards Every 2 weeks: WARNING The oil feeder (32) of the air service unit must be filled Risk of injuries due to moving parts, or risk of at least 1/3 with oil, topping up if necessary.
Instruction. Contact the VC999 Customer Service with a view to returning the machine to the manufacturer. In case of need refer to our Customer Service.
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