Wexxar BEL 180 Operator's Manual

Semi- automatic random / self-adjusting uniform top and bottom case tape sealer

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Operator Manual
65-34-5 Effective APRIL 21, 2010
BEL 180
SEMI- AUTOMATIC RANDOM / SELF-ADJUSTING
UNIFORM TOP AND BOTTOM CASE TAPE SEALER
© Belcor Division of Wexxar Industries Inc.
Phone (604) 270-0811 • Fax (604) 270-7897
E-mail: sales@belcor.com

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  • Page 1 Operator Manual 65-34-5 Effective APRIL 21, 2010 BEL 180 SEMI- AUTOMATIC RANDOM / SELF-ADJUSTING UNIFORM TOP AND BOTTOM CASE TAPE SEALER © Belcor Division of Wexxar Industries Inc. Phone (604) 270-0811 • Fax (604) 270-7897 E-mail: sales@belcor.com...
  • Page 2 B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R Introduction  The BEL 180 is capable of applying pressure-sensitive tape to both the top and bottom of various size cases presented to the machine at random or without manual adjustment between sizes. In addition, the machine features the ability to use the random function to automatically adjust to a uniform case size and lock itself in position for longer runs of a single case size.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R Table of Contents BEL 180 Main Controls & Function Reference ..............4 Connecting Power....................... 5 Electric ........................
  • Page 4: Bel 180 Main Controls & Function Reference

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R BEL 180 Main Controls & Function Reference Machine Status Light •...
  • Page 5: Connecting Power

    Compressed Air The BEL 180 requires an air supply that must be clean and dry and at an optimal pressure of 80 PSI. The volume of air required is 0.02 CF/cycle at 80 PSI (6 Bar). The air supply line must be of sufficient diameter to provide an adequate amount of air without pressure drops when the machine is cycling.
  • Page 6: Installing & Removing The Tape Heads

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R Installing & Removing the Tape Heads Tape dispensing heads are mounted with pins on their sides that fit into corresponding slots in the upper and lower tape head mounting positions.
  • Page 7 B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R 3. On the right side of the holder at the top in the raised position, there is a latch that locks the tape head into the holder.
  • Page 8: Top Tape Head

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R Top Tape Head 1. Lower the bottom tape head holder, if raised, pushing the RESET button so that the top holder will move its lowest position.
  • Page 9: Top Tapehead Downward Force [Pressure Regulator] Adjustment

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R Top Tapehead Downward Force [Pressure Regulator] Adjustment The top tapehead downward force can be adjusted to provide adequate clamping of the top flaps and proper taping performance.
  • Page 10: Conveyor Side Force [Pressure Regulator] Adjustment

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R Conveyor Side Force [Pressure Regulator] Adjustment The force required to center and grip incoming case in the conveyor drive belts may vary according to the weight of the product.
  • Page 11: Feeding Cases To The Machine

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R Feeding Cases to the Machine Automatic Random Case Size Operation 1.
  • Page 12: Self-Adjusting Uniform Case Size Operation - 'Lock' Mode

    Self-Adjusting Uniform Case Size Operation – ‘Lock’ Mode In addition to random case size mode, the BEL 180 can be set to measure the first of a series of same size cases and then lock its adjustments to run them without having to sense and adjust to each case individually.
  • Page 13 B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R 3. To unlock the machine adjustments and return to Random Mode, or to measure a new uniform case size, push the MODE button so that its light is off.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R Troubleshooting Guide Section 1 - Corrugated Case Quality & Specifications Corrugated case quality is a major factor in smooth running and quality sealing.
  • Page 15: General Taping Conditions

    B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R General Taping Conditions Problem: Tape Does Not Stick To Case Surface.
  • Page 16 B E L 1 8 0 S E M I - A U T O M A T I C R A N D O M T A P E S E A L E R • Cut-off spring tension. E nsure that the spring that provides power to cut-off arm has enough tension to cut through the tape.

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