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1331BX Model Revision 1 Created Dec 17, 2012 Technical Manual & Parts Lists Atlanta Attachment Company 362 Industrial Park Drive Lawrenceville, GA 30046 770-963-7369 • www.atlatt.com...
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Attachment Company. In addition to any confidentiality and non-disclosure obligations that currently exist between you and Atlanta Attachment Company, your use of these materials serves as an acknowledgment of the confidential and proprietary nature of these materials and your duty not to make any unauthorized use or disclosure of these materials.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Contents Important Safety Instruction ........................1 Liability ..............................2 Safety Equipment on the Machines ......................3 Protective Eyewear ............................. 4 Important Notices............................5 Maintenance ..............................7 Repair ................................8 A Word to the End User..........................9 Safety Precautions ............................
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists a. Foundation Edge Stapling Cycle ......................20 b. Dust Cover Stapling Cycle........................21 2.4. Reloading the Staplers........................22 2.5. Basic Preventive Maintenance......................24 a. Daily Maintenance (8 hours): ........................ 24 3. MAINTENANCE MANUAL......................25 3.1.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1331042 Pivot Lift Assembly ........................50 1331185 Overhead Staple Gun Holder ..................... 51 1331077 Long Side Staple Gun Assembly ..........Error! Bookmark not defined. 1331078 Short Staple Gun Assembly ....................... 55 1331140 Table Top Assembly ........................57 1331178 Pneumatic Panel .........................
Mandatory Information All persons operating and/or working on the 1331BX Foundation Stretcher should read and understand all parts of the Safety Instructions. This applies, in particular, for persons who only operate and/or work on the unit occasionally (e.g. for maintenance and repair). Persons who have difficulty reading must receive particularly thorough instruction.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Liability The machine should only be operated when in perfect working order, with due regard for safety and the potential dangers, as well as in accordance with the Instruction Material. Faults and malfunctions capable of impairing safety should be remedied immediately. We cannot accept any liability for personal injury or property damage due to operator errors or non-compliance with the safety instructions contained in this booklet.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists A Word to the Operator The greatest danger inherent in our machines: is that of fingers, hands or loose clothing being drawn into a machine by live, coasting or rotating tools or assemblies or of being cut by sharp tools or burned by hot elements. LWAYS BE CONSCIOUS OF THESE DANGERS Safety Equipment on the Machines All machines are delivered with safety equipment, which shall not be removed or...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Protective Eyewear Protective eyewear that has been tested by the local authorities should be worn whenever there is a possibility of loose or flying objects or particles such as when cleaning the machine with compressed air. Tools Always count the number of tools in your possession before starting work on the machine.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Important Notices Reporting and Fighting Fires Read the instructions posted in the factory with regard to reporting fires and the emergency exits. Make sure you know exactly where the fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems are located and how they are operated.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists - Kinetic energy - Note that some motors or spindles, for example, may continue to run or coast run on after being switched off. - Potential energy - Individual assemblies may need to be secured if necessary for repair work. Delivery of the Machine/Packaging Note any markings on the packaging, such as weights, lifting points and special information.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Protect against influences from the surroundings: no structure-borne vibrations, no grinding dust, or chemical vapors. Protect against unauthorized access. Ensure that the machine and accessories are set up in a stable position. Ensure easy access for operation and maintenance (Instruction Manual and layout diagram); also verify that the floor is strong enough to carry the weight of the machine.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Repair Replacement Parts We cannot accept any liability whatsoever for damage due to the use of parts made by other manufacturers or due to unqualified repair or modification of the machine. Repair, Electrical The power supply must be switched off (master switch off) and secured so that it cannot be switched on again inadvertently before starting any work on live parts.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists A Word to the End User The end user has sole responsibility to enforce the use of safety procedures and guards on the machine. Any other safety devices or procedures due to local regulations should be should be retrofitted in accordance to these regulations and/or the EC Directive on the safety of machines.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1.2. Installation CAUTION: Please read all instructions prior to installing equipment. Keep in mind that the weight of this machine is approximately 2,300 lbs. (1.043 Kg.). a. Area : A work space around the perimeter of this machine of no less than 120 x 120 inches (304 x 304 cm) is required.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1.3. Lockout/Tag out Program "Lockout/Tag out (LOTO)" refers to specific practices and procedures to safeguard employees from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment, or the release of hazardous energy during service or maintenance activities. This requires that a designated individual turn off and disconnect the machinery or equipment from its energy source(s) before performing service or maintenance and that the authorized employee(s) either lock or tag the energy-isolating device(s) to prevent the release of hazardous energy and take steps to verify that the energy has been isolated...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2. OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO OPERATING THIS MACHINE 2.1. Main Controls. a. Emergency Stop (Red) Depressing this button will lock it in the down position and shut the machine off. To unlock this button, twist lightly to the right until the button pops back up.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.2. Serial Bus Operation (Serial Bus). CAUTION: DO NOT TOUCH THE SCREEN WITH ANY METAL OBJECTS, SHARP POINTS OR ROUGH EDGES This may damage the screen or reduce its performance. a. Basic Modes of Operation The operator accessible functions allow control of the normal production cycles and capture of production data.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists LANGUAGE: This field is located in almost all the available screens. Select at any time to access other languages. PIECE COUNT: The field on the left of the clock button is the piece counter that increases every time the border cycle is complete.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists d. Operation Screens. READY SEMI-AUTOMATIC. This screen is the main operating screen. The entire cycle of clamping, table lifting, material tensioning, stapling and rotary plate lifting are sequenced automatically by the computer. READY- TRAINING: The machine will cycle through the following sequences: CLAMP, LIFT TABLE, STRETCH...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists PIECE COUNTER. This screen displays production data including time, piece counts, efficiency, etc. The screen includes a count RESET button witch zeros out the production counters. e. Set up Screen From the Semiautomatic Screen, the operator may adjust various machine parameters by tapping the button [SET UP].
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.3. Operation Description The machine has been designed to perform two main functions: a. Tension the sides of the Foundation and staple it to the wood border. b. Attach the dust cover using staples to the Foundation wooden frame. These operations may be performed individually or sequentially depending on the program selected.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists b. Dust Cover Stapling Cycle To use this cycle, the option [Enable Dustcover] in the Advanced Options Screen (Screen #8) must be in position 1. When activated the touch screen displays Semi-Automatic Mode ARMED and that the “CURRENT SIDE”...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.4. Reloading the Staplers. CAUTION: BE SURE THAT THE MACHINE POWER IS OFF BEFORE INITIATING THIS PROCEDURE. IF THE POWER IS NOT REMOVED, THE STAPLER MAY DISCHARGE A STAPLE. a. Pull the two security pins from the Stapler Block and rotate ¼...
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists d. Squeeze the locking lever on the Stapler magazine and open the stapler compartment. (Fig 4) Fig 4 e. Introduce a new strip of staples into all of the staplers. Depending on the usage, the staplers on the ends may have sufficient staples.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.5. Basic Preventive Maintenance. A good preventive maintenance schedule will allow for the proper functioning of the equipment. A basic preventative maintenance procedure may be performed by the operator prior to the start of each work shift.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3. MAINTENANCE MANUAL. CAUTION: READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO OPERATING THIS MACHINE! 3.1. Operation Sequence. The operator introduces a Foundation into the machine until the load sensors “A” on the sides of the machine are activated. 1.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.2. Control Panel The touch screen is divided into two major categories: Functions accessible to the operator and advanced functions accessible to the technician. The advanced functions consist of five security levels: Supervisor, Mechanic, Chief Mechanic, Technician, and Engineer. To access the technical functions, a security key must be entered The [MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS] screen and [ADVANCED ADJUSTMENTS] screen require a verification key code.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists a. Advanced Set Up This consists of two major series of screens. [ADVANCED SET UP 1] and [ADVANCED SET UP 2.] To navigate to the various screens, lightly tap the arrow buttons located at the upper corners of the touch screen.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists The tension wheel counter is an option that is not found in most machines.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists b. Advanced Manual This area of the program allows access to the Input and Output modules. There are three principal screens. To move between screens, tap the arrow buttons on the upper top corners of the touch screen In the Input Sensor screen you can verify the function of the input sensors.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists c. Calibrating the Touch Screen If you are having trouble with activation or button functions when touching the screen, a screen calibration may be required. Proceed as following: 1. Place one finger on the screen and hold it while pushing the Green “ON”...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 5. Repeat step 4 where these lines intersect. NOTE: The implementation of step 3 and step 4 directly affects the validity of all the buttons in the entire program. It is very important to be accurate. Press the language button of your choice.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists e. Standard Modules 1. Program Module…4080-150 Stores the program information. It is also used to load program modifications or updates. For update procedures please refer to the next chapter. 2. Memory Module….4080-970 Stores the unique data required to operate this particular machine; such as serial number, original factory parameters, etc.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 5. Update a Machine using a New Program Module NOTE: Very Important Before starting the procedure below, go to Advanced Settings and write down all the settings shown in these screens. Do not skip this process!! Turn off power to the machine.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.3. Mechanical Adjustments a. Table Readjustment of the Column Lift Rule: The square table column has a lift height of 6 inches (15.24 cm). With time and usage, there may be wearing of the interior Teflon guides that support it and this may present problems at the moment of stretching or stapling the Foundation material.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists b. Staplers. Rule: The components and movement of the staplers should be free with no play. Assuming that the table has been leveled and aligned with respect to the machine (see adjustment 3.2-a) and the staplers are all in the firing position, then all of the stapler’s end points should be at the same height with respect to the table.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists d. Firing Cylinder Rule: The stapler should fire with sufficient speed and enough force for so that the staples penetrate deeply and securely into the wood. Adjustment: The stapler has an adjustment lever that controls the flow of air into the cylinder “A”.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Rule: The teeth of the tension wheels should rotate and stretch the material sufficiently to maintain adequate tension. Adjustment: Adjust the stop rings on the tension wheel cylinders to measure 2.5 inches (6.35mm) as shown. Proximity Sensor.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.4. Pneumatic Pressure The machine has four pressure regulators. 1. - Regulator “A” Controls the main pressure entering the machine. This pressure should be adjusted to 80 psi and should not decrease during machine operations. Should this happen then the air supply to the machine does not have sufficient capacity to run this machine.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.5. Preventive Maintenance a. Daily Maintenance (Every 8 hours): Place one drop of lubricant in the stapler magazine prior to the start of each work shift. Clean the machine of any dust or dirt that has accumulated.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists c. Monthly Maintenance (Every 160 hours): Lubricate all machine slides in the staplers, stretchers and tension wheels. Use compressed air to blow out any dirt or debris that has accumulated in the machine. ...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.6. Problems and Solutions Problem Solution Machine will not start Verify that the Emergency STOP button is not in the locked down position. Verify electrical supply voltages Screen too light or too dark Adjust the screen CONTRAST. Stapler does not function Verify that the machine is not in a manual mode Verify that the machine is supplied with...
Company. In addition to any confidentiality and non-disclosure obligations that currently exist between you and Atlanta Attachment Company, your use of these materials serves as an acknowledgment of the confidential and proprietary nature of these materials and your duty not to make any unauthorized use or...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1331185 Overhead Staple Gun Holder AAC Drawing Number 1331185 Rev 0 QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 1331186 TUBE,1-5/8 OD X 54 L 1331188 BLOCK,CLAMP-T 1331192 ARM WELDMENT,GUN HLDR SSHC10064 5/16-18 X 1" HEX HEAD SSHC10128 5/16-18 X 2 HEX HEAD WWL10 WASHER,LOCK,#10,S/S TTH32429...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1331178 Pneumatic Panel AAC Drawing Number 1331178 Rev 4 QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 0411-071 BRKT,REGULATOR 1331175 BRKT, AIR REGULATOR AA198-503 0-30PSI AIR GAGE 1/8NPT AA198-509A LUBRICATOR,AIR,3/8" PORT AA198-5110 FILTER/REGULATOR/LOCKOUT AA198-RP3 REGULATOR,PRECISION AIR AAQME-3-3 MALE ELBOW 3/8 OD TUBE AAQME-3-4 MALE ELBOW 3/8OD TUBE AAQME-4-4...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1331903 Long Side Track Assembly AAC Drawing Number 1331903 Rev 3 QTY PART # DESCRIPTION AR 1331-PD2 DIAGRAM, PNEUMATIC Page 82 AR 1331-PD3 SHORT SIDE FITTING ASSY 1331902 CHANNEL, AIRLINES, LONG 1331905 COVER HALF, LONG CHANNEL AAFP28 MUFFLER,1/4 NPT AAQMC-3-4...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 26254C Air Reservoir AAC Drawing Number 298348B Rev 1 QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 261007 Air Tank MM44605K24 Reducer AAQBY-3-2 1/2 x 3/8 "Y"...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1331-WD Wiring Diagram 125700C...
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Atlanta Attachment Company (AAC) Statement of Warranty Manufactured Products Atlanta Attachment Company warrants manufactured products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of eight hundred (800) hours of operation or one hundred (100) days whichever comes first. Atlanta Attachment Company warrants all electrical components of the Serial Bus System to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of thirty six (36) months.
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Declaración de Garantia Productos Manufacturados Atlanta Attachment Company garantiza que los productos de fabricación son libres de defectos de mate-rial y de mano de obra durante un periodo de ochocientos (800) horas de operación o cien (100) días cual llegue primero.
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