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  • Page 1 EFS Pro Manual...
  • Page 2 Part Number 904537 © 2016 Thiele Technologies, Inc. - Streamfeeder. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, photocopied, stored on a retrieval system, or transmitted without the express written consent of Thiele Technologies, Inc. - Streamfeeder.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ontents Before You Begin .................ii Message Conventions ..........................ii Safety ................................. iii Specifications ..................iv Section 1: About the Machine ............1 Section 2: Set Up ................3 Section 3: How to Operate ............10 Section 4: Troubleshooting ............13 Section 5: Inspection and Care ...........15 Section 6: Mechanical Components ...........23 Section 7:...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    efore egin Message Conventions DANGER signifies an action or specific equipment area that can result in serious injury or death if proper precautions are not taken. WARNING signifies an action or specific equipment area that can result in personal injury if proper precautions are not taken. CAUTION signifies an action or specific equipment area that can result in equipment damage if proper precautions are not taken.

  • Page 5: Safety

    OPERATOR Please read all of the warnings that follow to avoid possible injury. Although Thiele-Streamfeeder has made every effort to incorporate safety features in the design of this feeder, there are residual risks that an installer or operator should be aware of to prevent personal injury.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    peCifiCations Maximum Product Size: ......10 in. W x 13 in. L (254 mm x 330 mm)* Minimum Product Size: ......#9 envelope, 3-7/8 in. W x 8-7/8 in. L (98 mm x 225 mm)* Min/Max Product Thickness: .....003 in. to .25 in. (.076 mm - 6.35 mm) Belt Speed: ...........
  • Page 7 EFS P anual...

  • Page 8: About The Machine

    About the Machine Main Assemblies The EFS Pro is an automatic envelope flap sealer, reducing the time and mess of manually sealing envelopes. From a #9 envelope to a 10x13, and with various flaps, the EFS Pro will provide consistent feeding and flap sealing quality.
  • Page 9 Main Assemblies Feature Descriptions Feature Description Moistening Device Assembly is used to separate the flap from the envelope, allowing the flap portion of the envelope to pass and to come in contact with moistening brush. The assembly also can be manually adjusted with the use of a lever to allow envelopes to bypass the opening mechanism.

  • Page 10: Set Up

    Set Up Prepare the machine for operation. To do so, set up the envelopes you are going to be feeding. Do a test run with the envelopes to verify it is set correctly before you begin cycling the feeder. You will have to perform this procedure for envelopes you plan to feed. When performing initial feeder adjustments prior to operation, always make sure you turn Off the main power switch and disconnect all...
  • Page 11 STEP 1: Separator Adjustment (continued) 1. Slide a single envelope between the feed belt and the separator. 2. Rotate the separator adjustment knob either up or down until the envelopes can be pulled from under the separator assembly with a slight amount of drag.
  • Page 12 STEP 2: Side Guide Adjustment 1. Loosen the side guide knob. This will allow you to move the side guide from side to side. Move side guide laterally Loosen knob 2. Register the envelopes to be run on the wide belt and position against left side frame.
  • Page 13 STEP 3: Procedure Back Wedge Adjustment Adjust the back wedge for proper positioning following these steps: 1. Grasp a handful of envelopes, approximately 2 to 2.5 in. (5 to 6 cm) thick, and preshingle the edges with your thumb. 2. Place the pre-shingled envelopes in the hopper so that the front edges rest against the curvature of the separator assem- bly.
  • Page 14 STEP 4: Now that you have made all the necessary adjustments for operation, it is recommended that you verify envelopes singulation and separa- Manual Test to Verify tion at the feeder for your particular application. Before you power-up and run your machine with a full hopper, manually feed several pieces of envelopes through the separator assembly area.
  • Page 15 STEP 5: The moistening device runs in two different modes. The selection of these two modes is achieved with the use of a lever. One is what is Envelope Moistening called the production or flap opening mode. In this mode the envelope Device Setup is fed flap down with the hinge portion of the envelope up against the (continued)
  • Page 16 STEP 5: Additional adjustment may be needed on the divert tab when running thicker envelopes (up to ¼” maximum). Envelope Moistening Device Setup (continued) “Thin/Thick” adjustment bracket in the down position (factory) should be used for running thinner stuffed envelopes. “Thin/Thick”...

  • Page 17: How To Operate

    How to Operate This section provides a sequence of operation for the feeder. It also provides information for clearing a jam and for shutdown. Sequence of Successful power-up and operation is assured if you apply the follow- ing sequence of steps: Operation 1: Loading envelopes in the hopper 2: Determining stack height...
  • Page 18 STEP 3: Turn the feeder power On by pushing the horizontal line (—) at the Power On/Off rocker switch. Powering On Feeder STEP 4: 1. Set the variable speed control to the lowest speed (counter- clockwise). Feeder motor stops if turned completely counter- Setting/Adjusting Speed clockwise.
  • Page 19 Clearing a Jam If a jam occurs during operation, follow these steps: 1. Turn the feeder power Off by pushing the circle (O) at the rocker Power On/Off rocker switch. 2. Remove jammed envelopes from feeder. While doing so, try to determine the cause of the jam (see “Troubleshooting”).

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This table is intended to provide you with quick solutions to the more common day-to-day problems you may encounter. Problem Cause Solution No AC power to Move switch to "On" (or "—" position). 1. On/Off switch in "Off" (or "O" position). feeder Check and secure power cord at AC 2.
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Cause Solution Feed belts are op- Review separator assembly adjustment 5. Separator assembly may be down too erating, but enve- tight. procedure. lopes not feeding (continued) 6. Too much weight in hopper. Remove envelopes from stack. Test again.

  • Page 22: Inspection And Care

    Inspection and Care Please read this Section to learn how to: • Visually inspect your machine to detect part problems which may require adjustment or replacement. • Periodically care for your machine to prevent any opera- tional problems. When performing initial feeder adjustments prior to operation, always make sure you turn Off the main power switch and disconnect all equipment from the electrical power source.
  • Page 23 Visual Inspection Standard O-Ring Separator: Adjusting Worn O-Rings (continued) To adjust worn O-rings: 1. Turn Off feeder and remove power cord from outlet. 2. Remove separatorassembly from hopper plate. 3. Loosen cap screw holding o-ring spool in housing. Loosen cap screw 4.
  • Page 24 Preventive Care Cleaning Feed and Discharge Belts To clean feed belts: 1. Turn Off feeder and remove power cord from outlet. 2. Apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to a soft cloth. Use only isopropyl alcohol. Other solvents can cause 3.
  • Page 25 Preventive Care Cleaning Photo Sensor To clean the photo sensor lens: (continued) 1. Turn Off feeder and remove power cord from outlet. 2. Using a soft, dry cloth, wipe across the face of the photo sen- sor lens. 3. Restore power. Do not use any solvents or cleaning agents when cleaning the photo sensor lens.
  • Page 26 Carriage Feed Belt Removal The procedure for feed belt replacement requires the removal of: Replacement • Two covers • Loosening of the drive belt tensioner and disengagement of timing belt. • Removal of the envelope detection sensor • Removal of the left and right side hardware that secures the carriage to the frame.
  • Page 27 Carriage Feed 3. Removal of senor: Belt Replacement Locate sensor (yellow, barrel type) mounted in carriage as- sembly. Unscrew (counter-clockwise) until sensor is released (continued) from housing. Allow sensor to hang out of the way while car- riage is removed and then inserted back into unit. 4.
  • Page 28 Carriage Feed 7. Feed belt removal and replacement: Belt Replacement With the carriage removed and benchtop, remove the left side carrier block from carriage assembly. (continued) With the carrier block removed, pull the feed belts off the same end of the carriage the block was removed from. Belts can be removed one at a time and replaced in reverse order.
  • Page 29 EFS P anual...

  • Page 30: Mechanical Components

    Mechanical Components EFS PRO ASSEMBLIES Assembly # 311-1418 EFS P anual...
  • Page 31 EFS PRO ASSEMBLIES Assembly # 311-1418 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 311-1419 ASSY, ES-PRO BASE SHELL 311-1417 ASSY, EFS-PRO CARRIAGE 904658 GUIDE COVER 904613 DECK PLATE EFS-PRO 311-1318 ASSY ES-1000 HOPPER 311-1431 ASSY, ES-PRO COVER 311-1319 ASSY, ES-1000 NIP ROLLER 311-1323 ASSY, HOLD DOWN SINGLE SKATE 904363...
  • Page 32 BASE ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1419 EFS P anual...
  • Page 33 BASE ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1419 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 904608 EFS-PRO BASE SHELL 904357 COVER 43555302 PULLEY, TIMING 12T xL 1/2 BORE 43560097 PULLEY, TIMING 16T xL 1/2 BORE 3.5” 904010 DIN RAIL 35 x 7MM Lx-12 904457 COVER 904463 CARRIAGE INSERT RAIL 904464...
  • Page 34 CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1417 EFS P anual...
  • Page 35 CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1417 ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION CARRIAGE RAIL, RH 904324 PULLEY BELT DRIVER 904610 EFS-PRO DISCHARDE PLATE 904611 CARRIAGE RAIL, LH EFS-PRO 904609 EFS-PRO 51338040 PTFE (TEFLON) BALL BELT, TIMING xL, 105 102913B02 FHCSS SST 6-32 x .38 49994HS TEETH...
  • Page 36 HOPPER ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1318 EFS P anual...
  • Page 37 HOPPER ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1318 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 904309 PLATE, GATE 311-1317 ASSY, GATE 904329 SLIDER BLOCK T-NUT 904515 MOUNT BLOCK 904312 PREGATE GUIDE RAIL 904307 HOPPER SIDE SUPPORT 904313 SIDE GUIDE 53500609 LABEL, WARN INjURY 2.7 x 1.4 102688B05 SHCS BLACK OxIDE 10-32 x .75 102957B02...
  • Page 38 SEPARATOR ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1317 EFS P anual...
  • Page 39 SEPARATOR ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1317 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 904328 BLOCK, GATE SLEEVE 904898 SPRING, GATE 51805015 MOUNT, GATE 51805014 O RING SPOOL 23500095 BEARING BALL R6 .375 BORE 51745044 SHAFT, GATE LIFT 10631571RC T-NUT, 1/4-20, x 5/16 SLOT 903748 KNOB, 4 LOBE WITH 1/4-20 THREADED INSERT 104771B04...
  • Page 40 COVER ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1431 EFS P anual...
  • Page 41 COVER ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1431 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 904641 EFS-PRO COVER 904467 SURFACE MOUNT MAGNETIC CATCH 44841002 HANDLE, PULL 53500609 LABEL, WARN INjURY 2.7 x 1.4 904317 LIFT-OFF HINGE SET SCREW MOUNT 904469 RUBBER BUMPER .25DIA x .06 THK. 102955B03 BHCS SST 8-32 x .50 102956B02...
  • Page 42 NIP ROLLER ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1319 EFS P anual...
  • Page 43 NIP ROLLER ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1319 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 904451 KNOCK DOWN ROLLER BLOCK 904452 KNOCK DOWN ROLLER SHAFT 51450005 DOWEL PIN .125 x 1.75 51277138 SPRING, HOLD DOWN MEDIUM 903880 ROLLER COVER, 30A DUR. 1.0 ID x 2.0 OD 119679B296 BEARING SLEEVE .50 ID x 1.00 OD x .75 LG 904498...
  • Page 44 HOLD DOWN ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1323 EFS P anual...
  • Page 45 HOLD DOWN ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1323 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 903980 HOLD DOWN LONG BLOCK SINGLE SKATE 44380039 ROLLER, HOLD DOWN 904427 SPRING PIN, 1/8 DIA x 1.75 SST 903843 SHAFT, HOLD DOWN SINGLE SKATE 51277138 SPRING, HOLD DOWN MEDIUM 904318 HOLD DOWN BRACKET 904504...
  • Page 46 WEDGE ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1324 EFS P anual...
  • Page 47 WEDGE ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1324 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 904349 WEDGE BRACKET 904348 WEDGE 44963102 KNOB, 5 LOBE WITH 10-32 THREADED INSERT 904506 WEDGE SMALL EFS P anual...
  • Page 48 BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1347 EFS P anual...
  • Page 49 BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY Assembly # 311-1347 ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 904431 BELT TAKE-UP BRACKET 23500094 BEARING BALL R8 .500 BORE 102720B04 BOLT SHOULDER .50 x .75 116691B07 HEx NUT NY-LOK SST 3/8-16 102938B05 SHCS SSTL 1/4-20 x .75 103239B04 LOCK WASHER INTERNAL zP 1/4 SCREW EFS P anual...

  • Page 50: Electrical Diagrams

    Electrical Components EFS P anual...
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  • Page 53: Envelope Sealing System Parts Manual

    POSTMATIC, INC. ENVELOPE SEALING SYSTEM Parts Manual Postmatic, Inc. 9405 Holly Street Ste D Minneapolis, MN 55433 Phone 763-784-6046 Toll Free 888-784-6046 Fax 763-784-9433...
  • Page 54 Postmatic, Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS Envelope Sealing System Assembly Assembly Tray Moistening ……...………………… 2 Assembly Tray Moistening Fig. 1………………… 3 Assembly Actuating Lever..………………………… 4 Assembly Actuating Lever Fig. 2…………………. 5 Assembly Reservoir Tank….….……………………. 6 Assembly Reservoir Tank Fig. 3………….………. 7 Assembly Bottle Reservoir Fig.
  • Page 55 Postmatic, Inc. ASSEMBLY MOISTENING TRAY ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 950520 TRAY MOISTENING 950566 WICK MOISTENING FELT 950507 CAGE MOISTENING FELT 950522 TONGUE ENVELOPE FLAP 950524 BRUSH CARRIER 950574 PIN PIVOT BRUSH CARRIER 950526 ROCKER ENVELOPE 950564 BRUSH MOISTENING 8066 BARB FITTING ¼”...
  • Page 56 Postmatic, Inc. FIG. 1 Assembly Moistening Tray...
  • Page 57 Postmatic, Inc. Assembly Actuating Lever ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 950505 LEVER BRUSH ACTUATING 950588 BUSHING FLANGED 950570 PIN PIVOT MACHINED 950572 PIN DETENT 950503 ARM ACTUATING LEVER 950532 KNOB LEVER 950528 GUIDE HOLD DOWN 950586 BUSHING SLEEVE 950593 5-40 X ¾...
  • Page 58 Postmatic, Inc. FIG. 2 Actuating Lever Sub Assembly...
  • Page 59 Postmatic, Inc. Reservoir Tank Assembly ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 950550 TANK RESERVOIR 950511 PLATE CAP HOLDER 950552 TOP RESERVOIR 950576 SPRING COMPRESSION 8066 BARB FITTING ¼” ID HOSE 950594 10-32 X ½” SHC SS 950596 10-24 X 1” BHC SS...
  • Page 60 Postmatic, Inc. FIG. 3 Reservoir Tank Assembly...
  • Page 61 Postmatic, Inc. Reservoir Bottle Assembly ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 950560 CAP WATER BOTTLE 950562 BOTTLE WATER FIG. 4 Reservoir Bottle Assembly...
  • Page 62 Postmatic, Inc. Assy. Tongue Env. Flap Std. ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. FIG 5 951522 ASSY TONGUE ENV FLAP STD 950522 TONGUE ENVELOPE FLAP 950564 BRUSH MOISTENING 3”L 950525 BRUSH CARRIER 950574 PIN PIVOT BRUSH CARRIER FIG. 5 Assy. Tongue Env. Flap Std.
  • Page 63 Postmatic, Inc. Assy. Tongue Env. Flap Slotted ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. FIG 6 951523 ASSY TONGUE ENV FLAP SLOTTED 950522 TONGUE ENVELOPE FLAP 950565 BRUSH MOISTENING ¾”L 950525 BRUSH CARRIER SLOTTED 950574 PIN PIVOT BRUSH CARRIER FIG. 6 Assy. Tongue Env. Flap Slotted...
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