Thermopatch NL-15 R/SQR User Manual
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NL-15 R / SQR Mammoth
ATTENTION!
All persons involved in installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and re-
pair of this product should be made available to these instructions.
ENG V4.1 original version February 2021

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  • Page 1 NL-15 R / SQR Mammoth  ATTENTION! All persons involved in installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and re- pair of this product should be made available to these instructions. ENG V4.1 original version February 2021...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Thermopatch product. The products by Thermopatch are designed with special attention to your convenience. Should you discover any fault or damage upon receipt of this product, please contact your local Thermopatch vendor.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Copyright Introduction Contents 1. General description 1.1 Delivery 1.2 Conditions of warranty 2. Intended use 3. Specifications 3.1 Specifications of the NL-15 R / SQR 4. Safety measures and warnings 4.1 Safety 5.0 Transport and storage 5.1 Transport 5.2 Storage 6.0 Operating instructions 6.1 Operating the NL-15 R / SQR 6.2 Automatic mode...
  • Page 4: General Description

    Manual on USB stick • CE Declaration of Conformity If one of these articles should be missing or faulty, please contact your Thermopatch sup- plier. 1.2 Conditions of warranty Thermopatch points to its warranty and product liability conditions as laid down in our...
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    The pneumatic NL-15 R / SQR is a heat seal machine that is intended for the application of textile labelling, repair patches and emblems and transfers.  WARNING! Any use other than described above can be dangerous and cause damage and thus qualifies as ‘misuse’ which excludes Thermopatch bv from any liability.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    3. Specifications 3.1 Specifications of the NL-15 R / SQR NL-15 R Power 800 Watts Power supply 230 Volt AC Operating temperature 204 °C Temperature range 25-225 °C Press Time range 1-240 sec. Discharge pressure range 3-6 bar Machine height (open) 540 mm Machine width 620 mm...
  • Page 7: Safety Measures And Warnings

    4. Safety measures and warnings 4.1 Safety The NL-15 R / SQR has several features to ensure your safety. The safety frame The press plate of the NL-15 R / SQR is provided with a safety frame. When this is touched or firmly moved, the heat sealing cycle is automatically interrupted.
  • Page 8: Transport And Storage

    5.0 Transport and storage 5.1 Transport When the machine needs to be moved, Thermopatch advises to use the original packaging. The machine has to be lifted by the screw that is fixing the swiveling arm and the handle on the front of the machine.
  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    6.0 Operating instructions 6.1 Operating the NL-15 R / SQR You can work with the Mammoth when the machine is connected to the mains. • Set the airpressure to 3 - 5 bar on the manometer. • See paragraph 6.8 for information regarding the pressure settings required for the NL-15 R / SQR.
  • Page 10: The Control Panel

    6.4 The control panel NL-15 R / SQR control panel. The pressure, temperature and time are shown on the display. The minimum, maximum and default values for temperature and pressure have been set by the manufacturer. The following icons are present on the display: KEYS Temperature setting Pressure setting...
  • Page 11: Change Settings

    • Take the label away immediately after opening the machine. • For details: https://www.thermopatch.com/en/products/temperature-indicator-labels- thermolabels/ 6.5.2 Pressure settings The standard factory setting for pressure is set at 5 bar. The pressure is easily set to your requirements by turning the air pressure adjustment knob of the air pressure regulator placed on the back of the machine.
  • Page 12: Time Settings

    6.5.3 Time settings The default sealing time setting of the NL-15 R / SQR is 12 seconds. Adjusting the settings can be done with the control panel. Change time Push the time button once. Change the time setting in steps of 1 second by pushing the - or + button.
  • Page 13: Exchangeable Base Platens With Rubber Sealing Cushions

    6.5.7 Exchangeable base platens with rubber sealing cushions The standard base plate with press cushion SPAMA-01-04-VA-QR with dimensions 140x140 mm can be replaced by other base platens. When desired, smaller rubber cushions can be easily installed by replacing the standard base platen with quick release with a smaller base platen with quick release, with smaller silicone rubber cushions on top.
  • Page 14: Messages In The Display

    The setting of the heat sealing time and temperature is dependant on the labour that has to be executed and the materials to be marked. These can be adjusted by the operator. By pressing the “AUTO” button the NL-15 R/SQR can be entered into and taken out of op- erational mode.
  • Page 15 The NL-15 R / SQR has been supplied with the following 5 preset programs: Preset 1, Sealing time: 14 seconds Temperature: 204 °C for Thermopatch label products for high temperature applications (up to 95 °C washing): Preset 2, Sealing time: 14 seconds Temperature: 195 °C...
  • Page 16: Assembly And Installation

    7. Assembly and installation 7.1 Assembly To work seamlessly with the NL-15 R / SQR, it is very important that the machine can dis- pose of supply of clean, dry air. The water condenser is an additional safety measure. Pro- vide pressure of 4-6 bar from the compressor or its own air supply.
  • Page 17: Maintenance Instructions

    8. Maintenance instructions 8.1 Daily maintenance Clean the outside of the machine regularly with a clean, moist cloth. First switch off the machine, let it cool down and pull the plug out of the socket. Every now and then the inner parts of the press should also be cleaned from dust and lint. •...
  • Page 18: Technical Annexes (English)

    10,5 x 20 x 2 SPAMA 01-05 01-06 Hex. Head bolt M10 x 50 SPAMA 01-06 01-07 SPAMA 01-07 SPM005 Distance bush SPAMA 005-B SPM027 Support, resilient pad SPAMA 027-B SPM059 Mounting frame SPAMA 059-C *Thermopatch does not hold stock for this item...
  • Page 19 Drawing 01...
  • Page 20 Socket Head screw M8 x 20 SPM002 Shaft, hinge point SPAMA-002-B SPM016 Top cam, column SPAMA-016-C Distance bush, SPM034 SPAMA-034-B column SPM055 Main column, arm SPAMA-055-B SPAMA-056-C (incl. SPM056 Hinge block 4x GSM-6570-50) *Thermopatch does not hold stock for this item...
  • Page 21: Drawing 02

    Drawing 02...
  • Page 22: Parts List 03 For Nl-15 R

    Safety rack SPAMA 032-C SPM033 Safety bracket SPAMA 033-C SPM039 Aluminium disc SPAMA 039-C SPM057 Press arm SPAMA 057-C *Thermopatch does not hold stock for this item ** Only replace when the heating element or the PT1600 sensor is replaced.
  • Page 23: Drawing 03 For Nl-15 R

    Drawing 03 for NL-15 R...
  • Page 24: Parts List 03 For Nl-15 Sqr

    SPAMA028-V SPM303 Safety rack 160X160 SPAMA32-Z SPM304 Resilient pad 150X150 SPAMA01-04-V SPM305 Heater 150X150 SPAMA-030-C SPM306 Insulation 150X150 SPAMA-039-V SPM307 Cover aluminum 150X150 SPAMA307 SPM308 Safety front SPAMA308 SPM309 Safety back SPAMA309 *Thermopatch does not hold stock for this item...
  • Page 25: Drawing 03 For Nl-15 Sqr

    Drawing 03 for NL-15 SQR...
  • Page 26 Drawing 03A for NL-15 R / SQR, SAFETY FRAME UPGRADE February 2017 From 2-2017 a modification of the part has been executed to solve the fault indicator, on the display (see page 18. 6.5.9) Safety switch interrupted or defective 2 x SPAMA-SU2-C1 have been replaced by 1 x SPAMA-SU2-C4 (the safety switch mounting plate) In total 4 x SPAMA-SU2-B1 (Safety switch Omron V16-1-C5) are now used for the switches.
  • Page 27: Parts List 04

    SPAMA 04-15 04-17 Sunk head bolt M3 x 25 04-18 04-19 Bracket switches SPAMA 071-A 04-20 Adjustment bracket SPAMA 070-A 04-21 Net entry incl. filter SPA105003 SPM004 Cover, top cam SPAMA 004-B *Thermopatch does not hold stock for this item...
  • Page 28 Drawing 04...
  • Page 29 SPAMA 04-15 04-17 Sunk head bolt M3 x 25 04-18 04-19 Bracket switches SPAMA 071-A 04-20 Adjustment bracket SPAMA 070-A 04-21 Net entry incl. filter SPA105003 SPM004 Cover, top cam SPAMA 004-B *Thermopatch does not hold stock for this item...
  • Page 30: Drawing 05

    Drawing 05...
  • Page 31: Parts List 05A High Model From Jan 2019

    SPAES-032 Support plate sealing pad M12x200 Hexagon Socket Head Cap Screw M16X45 Hexagon head screw M8 plain washer M16x10 Hexagon head screw with flange Sealing pad 140x140 mm quick release SPAMA-01-04-VA-QR NL15SQR/NL24 *Thermopatch does not hold stock for this item...
  • Page 32: Drawing 06A High Model 2019 Onwards

    Drawing 05A HIGH MODEL 2019 onwards...
  • Page 33: Parts List 06 For Pneumatic Parts

    SPAMA-06-15 hose6mm 04-17 Sunk head bolt M3 x 25 04-18 04-19 Bracket switches SPAMA 071-A 04-20 Adjustment bracket SPAMA 070-A 04-21 Net entry incl. filter SPA105003 SPM004 Cover, top cam SPAMA 004-B *Thermopatch does not hold stock for this item...
  • Page 34: Drawing 06 Pneutics Schematics

    Drawing 06 pneutics schematics...
  • Page 35: Drawing 07 Electrical Schematics

    Drawing 07 Electrical schematics...
  • Page 36: Faults

    10. Faults If a problem should occur, please consult the list below; if the problem you are facing cannot be solved by yourselves contact your supplier. Solutions Fault Possible cause Heating plate does not 1. ON/OFF switch is not set to ON Check heat up.
  • Page 37: Declaration Of Conformity

    The Netherlands declare that the DoC is issued under our sole responsibility and belongs to the following product: Thermopatch NL-15 R/ SQR Mammoth, which this declaration refers to, is in accordance with the conditions of the following guidelines: • Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations (EMC) 2016 •...
  • Page 38: End Of Lifecycle

    Using sealing pads of any format other than the standard supplied with the machine may render the CE declaration invalid. Thermopatch accepts no responsibility for any damage or injury that may result from pos- sible non-conformity. Choosing an alternative configuration other than the standard is at the customer’s own re-...
  • Page 39 Thermopatch European Headquarters The Netherlands T +31 36 549 11 11 F +31 36 532 03 98 sales@thermopatch.nl Thermopatch Australia Pty Ltd Australia T +61 395325722 F +386 2 80 55 232 marktpatchaust@bigpond.com.au Thermopatch Canada Inc Canada T +1 519 748-5027 F +1 519 748-1543 broussel@thermopatch.com...

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