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USER MANUAL USA 2024-SB USA 2024-SB UNIFORM SEMI-AUTOMATIC CASE SEALER For Serial Numbers: TM094 or TM594 XX X XXX Serial Numbers TM094 or TM594 XX X XXX...
SSISTANCE Technical Support This is the Interpack Model USA 2024-SB Uniform Semi-Automatic Case Sealer you ordered. It has been set up and tested in our factory with Intertape manufactured pressure sensitive tapes. If any problems occur when setting up or operating this equipment, please contact the authorized distributor from where you purchased this item.
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Trouble Shooting section of this manual. However, after consulting the Trouble Shooting Section of this manual, you cannot remedy the problem, customer paid service support is available from your Authorized Interpack Distributor. UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
Intertape brand pressure sensitive carton sealing tape to the top and bottom center seam of regular slotted corrugated cartons. The USA 2024-SB is manually adjustable to a wide range of carton sizes (see Carton Size Capacity, page 20). Multi-Wheel Top Squeezers compress the top major flaps ensuring superior seal.
Important Safeguards There are a number of safety labels used on Interpack Carton Sealers. These labels are placed at different locations (refer to Figure 2) on the machine to warn operators and service personnel of possible dangers. Please read the labels on the machine and the following safety precautions before using the machine.
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Important Safeguards Figure 2 UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
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Important Safeguards There Are A Number Of Safety Labels Used On Intertape Carton Sealers. The illustrated label as shown is attached to the Knife Guard inside the upper and lower HSD2000 ET II Tape Head. The label warns operators and service personnel of the very sharp knife used to cut the tape at the end of the tape application.
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Important Safeguards The label shown is affixed to the top squeezer assembly brackets on either side of the machine. They warn the operator of a potential pinch point between the top of the case and the top squeezer rollers. Keep hand away from this area when processing a case This label affixed to the electrical control box advises service personnel to connect...
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Important Safeguards The illustrated label shown is located on the side of the column. This label provides convenient safety instructions for the operator and service personnel in the operation of the Intertape Carton Sealing Equipment. Note: Should Any Of The Safety Labels Placed On The Machine Be Damaged Or Destroyed, Replacements Are Available.
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Important Safeguards Explanation of Signal Word Consequences Warning: Indicates A Potentially Hazardous Situation, Which If Not Avoided Could Result In Death Or Serious Injury Or Property Damage Caution: Indicates A Potentially Hazardous Situation, Which If Not Avoided Could Result In Minor Or Moderate Injury Or Property Damage Warning ...
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Important Safeguards Warning To Reduce The Risk Associated With Mechanical And Electrical Hazards: a. Allow Only Properly Trained And Qualified Personnel To Operate And Service This Equipment. Operator Skill Level Descriptions Skill “A”: Machine Operator This Operator Is Trained To Use The Machine With The Machine Controls, To Feed Cases Into The Machine, Make Adjustment For Different Case Sizes, To Change The Tape And To Start, Stop, And To Re-Start Production Important: The Area Supervisor Must Ensure That The Operator...
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Important Safeguards Operators Skill Level Required To Perform The Following Tasks On The Machine Operator Skill Number Of Operation Machine Condition Level Operators Running With Safety Protections Machine Installation & Set Up B & C Disabled Stopped By Pressing The Adjusting Case Size Emergency Stop Button Stopped By Pressing The...
PECIFICATIONS USA 2024-SB Machine Dimensions Figure-3 Machine Weight: 560 lbs. (254 kg) crated UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
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PECIFICATIONS USA 2024-SB Machine Components Tape Head See Section 7, Page 31 In This Manual For Tape Loading & Threading. Case Width Adjustment Top Squeezer Conveyer Height Adjustment Control Box Figure-4 UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
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PECIFICATIONS 1. Operating Conditions Use in a dry, relatively clean environment at 40° to 105° F (5° to 40° C) with clean dry cartons. Note: Machine should not be washed down or subjected to conditions causing condensation on components. 2. Power Requirements Electrical - 115 VAC, 60 HZ, 5.0 A (560 Watts) Compressed Air –...
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4. Tape Specifications Use Intertape Brand Pressure Sensitive Carton Sealing Tape. The machine can accommodate 2” (48mm) or 3” (72mm) wide tape, depending on tape heads supplied. A maximum tape roll diameter of 16” (406 mm) on a 3” (76 mm) diameter core can be installed on the tape head.
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5. Carton Specifications Type Regular Slotted Containers (RSC) Other Style Cases May Be Processed. Consult Factory For Details. Material 125 To 275 PSI Bursting Test, Single Or Double Wall B Or C Flutes. Weight 0 to 85 lbs. (0 to 38.6 kg) Size ...
Figure-6 All contents must be verified upon reception. The following items are included with each machine. USA 2024-SB Operators Manual Machine Operators Manual Tape Head Plastic bag containing tape head spare parts. Note: After Unpacking The Case Sealer, Look For Any Damage That May Have Occurred During Shipping.
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ROCEDURES 2. Caster Installation (If Purchased) Caster Installation Requires Raising The Machine To Access The Bottom Of Each Leg. Please Follow All Possible Safety Procedures Prior To And During This Process A. With A Fork Lift, Raise The Machine To Allow Access To The Bottom Of Each B.
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ROCEDURES 3. Machine Height Adjustment Machine Height Adjustment Requires Raising The Machine To Adjust Each Leg. Please Follow All Possible Safety Procedures Prior To And During This Process The Carton Sealer must be installed on near level ground. Use the adjustable legs to ensure that the machine is level and firmly on the ground (no rocking).
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ROCEDURES 4. Installation of Interpack Brand In-Feed and Exit Roller Tables (If Purchased) Case Direction Figure-9 a. Install Four (4) Mounting Studs Into Machine Base With Hardware Included With Figure-9 Roller Table. Per b. Utilizing The Slots In The Roller Table, Attach Roller Table To Machine Base By Locating Mounting Studs In Slots On Roller Table And Push Down To Lock In Place.
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ROCEDURES 5. Installation of External In-Feed and Exit Conveyors Exit Conveyor In-Feed Conveyor Figure-10 1. Customer supplied in-feed conveyor (if used) should provide straight and level entry into the case sealer. 2. Customer supplied gravity exit conveyor (if used) should be straight and declined no more than 20mm/meter away from the machine to convey the sealed cartons away from the machine.
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ROCEDURES 6. Machine Final Assembly The machine is shipped with all adjustment handles installed. Location of Adjustment Handles. Figure-11 UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
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ROCEDURES 7. Connecting Utilities Electrical Start E-Stop Figure-12 An eleven foot (11’) standard three conductor power cord with plug is provided for 115 V, 60 Hz, 15 amp electrical service. The receptacle must be properly grounded. Before the machine is plugged into the receptacle, ensure that all materials are removed from the machine.
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ROCEDURES 8. Relocating Operator Controls This case sealer is shipped with the operator controls mounted on the left hand side of the machine (when viewed from the in feed of the machine). Certain machines have the ability to relocate the operator controls to the opposite side. Figure-13 Re-Locating Adjustment Handles.
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ROCEDURES Re-Locating Electrical Control Box Start E-Stop Figure-15 Moving the control box to the opposite side of the machine requires disconnecting and reconnecting electrical wires and components. Only trained and qualified service technicians should access an open control box. Please Follow All Possible Safety Procedures Prior To And During This Process a.
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ROCEDURES 9. Removing Tape Heads Prior to Tape Loading Removing Upper Tape Head Figure-16 1. Slide Tape Head Toward The Infeed End Of Machine And Rotate Up. 2. Slide Tape Head Toward The Exit End Of Machine And Lift Out Of Rear Slot. Removing Lower Tape Head Top Tape Head Box Assembly Removed For...
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ROCEDURES 10. Tape Loading The HSD 2000-ET II Tape Heads accommodate 2-inch (48mm) wide tape rolls, while the HSD 2000-ET II/3" Tape Heads accommodate 3-inch (72mm) wide rolls. 1. Place the tape head onto a sturdy, flat surface. 2. Move the peel off roller away from the mandrel. 3.
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ROCEDURES ARNING HE KNIFE CONTAINED IN THE EAD IS EXTREMELY SHARP SE CAUTION WHEN THREADING THE TAPE TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY 11. Tape Threading Preparation Figure-19 Threading the tape in the Tape Head does not require any special tools. Pull approximately twelve (12) inches of tape from the roll and fold in half lengthwise, adhesive side to adhesive side.
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ROCEDURES 12. Tape Threading TAPE ROLL PEEL OFF ROLLER ADHESIVE SIDE GUIDE CLUTCH ROLLER ROLLER GUIDE ROLLER GUIDE ROLLER TAPE GUIDE SHOE APPLICATION Clutch Roller ROLLER Adhesive Side Knurled Guide Guide Roller Roller Guide Roller Figure-20 Figure-21 Figure-20 1. As Illustrated In , First Thread The Tape Tail Over The Peel Off Roller.
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ROCEDURES 13. Re-Installing Tape Heads Figure-22 1. Insert Exit End of Tape Head into Rear Slots. 2. Rotate Front of Tape Head Down Into Front Slots 3. Push Front of Tape Head Down to Seat in Bottom of Slot. UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Case Size Set Up Functions Figure-23 UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
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1. Initial Condition Figure-24 Figure-25 Figure-26 Figure-24 a. Raise the upper head as shown in Figure-25 b. Open Side Drives or Centering Guides as shown in Figure-26 c. Loosen Each Locking Knob And Open Top Squeezers as shown in UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
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2. Preparation Of Case To Be Processed Figure-27 Figure-28 a. Flap Folding Figure-27 i. Fold Minor Flaps In As Shown In Figure-28 ii. Fold Major Flaps In As Shown In Figure-29 Figure-30 b. Over Fills And Void Fills. Figure-29 Figure-30 Over Fills As Shown In And Void Fills As Shown In Should Be Avoided To Assure Proper Processing Of The Corrugated Case.
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3. Case Width Adjustment Turn Case Width Handle As Shown in Figure-31 Until Side Drive Belts Contact Case. Side Drive Belts Should Contact The Case Firmly Enough So Case Processes Smoothly But Not So Firm As To Score The Side Of The Case.
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5. Top Squeezer Adjustment Slide Each Top Squeezer To Contact The Case Firmly Figure-34 And Tighten Each Locking Knob As Shown In Each Top Squeezer Should Be Firm Enough On The Case To Completely Close Any Gap On The Center Seam But Not So Firm As To Restrict The Smooth Processing Of The Case Figure-34 6.
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7. Review Of Case Processing Case Should Process Smoothly Through The Machine And Apply The Tape Evenly To Each Top And Bottom Major Flap With A 2 ¼” Tape Leg Applied To Each End Panel. Should The Case Processing Need Correction Please Refer To The Trouble Shooting Section In This Manual UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
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However, should a problem occur, we recommend that you consult the following table. If the problem you encounter is not discussed in this table, call Interpack Technical Support (see page 2 of this document).
ROUBLESHOOTING ONTINUED Trouble Possible Causes Solutions Case Processes But Product Does Not Support The End Insert Proper Dunnage Material Leading End Panel Is Panel Of The Case To Provide Support Crushed Main Spring Tension On Tape Head Reduce Main Spring Tension. Too Strong See Tape Head Manual Provided With Tape Head...
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ROUBLESHOOTING ONTINUED Trouble Possible Causes Solutions Rear Tape Leg Is Tape Threaded Incorrectly Review Tape Threading Page 33 Folded Or Wrinkled Adhesive Build Up In Tape Path Clean Tape Guide Rollers To Provide A Free Rotation Clean Tape Path, Blade Dull Blade Replace Blade Excessive Unwind Tension From...
Trouble Shooting section of this manual. However, after consulting the Trouble Shooting Section of this manual, you cannot remedy the problem, customer paid service support is available from your Authorized Interpack Distributor. UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
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REVENTATIVE AINTENANCE The USA 2024-SB has been designed and manufactured with the finest components to provide long, trouble free performance. General preventive maintenance will improve performance and prolong the life of the case sealer Please review the illustrations and chart below for information regarding machine And Tape...
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REVENTIVE AINTENANCE Tape Head Preventative Maintenance Chart Frequency Item Action Required Material Weekly Monthly Quarterly Blade Guard Oiler Pad Lubricate Lightweight oil Re-tighten any loose hardware Hardware Replace any missing hardware Inspect for wear Cutter Blade Clean Solvent Cleaner Disassemble & Observe Mandrel Assembly Mandrel Spring Check for weakness None...
REVENTIVE AINTENANCE Cleaning The Machine Side Belt Drive Base Column Shaft Connecting Chain Figure-36 Warning! Please Exercise All Safety Precautions Prior To Starting This Procedure. Disconnect Electrical Power And Wear Approved Safety Glasses a. Side Belt Drive Base Insert An Air Nozzle Along The Top Edge Of The Belt Into The Opening Of The Drive Base And Clean Out Any Dust And Dirt b.
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REVENTIVE AINTENANCE Lubricating the Machine Column Shaft Centering Chain Acme Drive Base Shaft Figure-37 a. Column Shaft. Lubricate Both Shafts With Industrial Grade Silicone. b. Acme Drive Base Shafts. Lubricate Both Shafts With Light Machine Grease. c. Centering Chain. Lubricate Chain With Chain Lubricant. UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
& A ACHINE AINTENANCE DJUSTMENT Drive Belt Replacement Using a 4mm Allen key, remove screws (2) and remove drive base cover. Using appropriate Allen key and wrench, loosen belt tensioning bolts. Remove worn belt and replace with new belt. Using appropriate Allen key and wrench, tighten belt tensioning bolts.
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& A ACHINE AINTENANCE DJUSTMENT Intertape S/B drive idler pulleys are engineered to self-track to center. After tensioning, if the belts do not track on center, contact maintenance or your IPG Distributor. Using a 4mm Allen key, replace drive base cover as shown.
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& A ACHINE AINTENANCE DJUSTMENT Drive Belt Adjustment Using a 4mm Allen key, remove screws (2) and remove drive base cover. Using appropriate Allen key and wrench , tighten belt tensioning bolts. Be sure to adjust upper and lower tensioning bolts equally.
PTIONAL QUIPMENT 3” Tape Head 2” Tape Head 3 Flap Folders Exit Table In Feed Table In Feed Table With Hold Down Device Castors UM094TW / UM594TW UDM094-04...
ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY (illustration)..............A-13 ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY (parts list)...............A-14 ELECTRIC BOX (illustration)..................A-15 ELECTRIC BOX (parts list)..................A-16 COLUMN LEFT (illustration)..................A-17 COLUMN LEFT (parts list)..................A-18 COLUMN RIGHT (illustration)..................A-19 COLUMN RIGHT (parts list)..................A-20 BRIDGE WITH TAPEHEAD BOX (illustration)............A-21 BRIDGE WITH TAPEHEAD BOX (parts list).............A-22 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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DRIVE BASE ASSEMBLY LEFT (parts list)..............A-34 DRIVE BASE ASSEMBLY RIGHT (illustration)............A-35 DRIVE BASE ASSEMBLY RIGHT (parts list)............A-36 SECOND E-STOP ASSEMBLY (illustration) ............A-37 SECOND E-STOP ASSEMBLY (parts list)..............A-38 SECOND E-STOP BOX (illustration) .................A-39 SECOND E-STOP BOX (parts list)................A-40 ELECTRICAL DRAWING ..................A-41 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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SINGLE LOCK.ASS'Y UPM3227 PVC ROL CHARCOAL DIA 1.9 X 4.50 UPM3226 PVC ROL CHARCOAL DIA 1.9 X 12.00 USM0812 DRIVE BASE ASSY LH USM0811 DRIVE BASE ASS'Y RH USM6116 BRIDGE WITH TAPEHEAD BOX UAM0260 COMPRESSION GUIDE USA2324 BB USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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DIN RAIL USA 2324 UPM7440EV TB END ANCHOR FOR DN SER UPM2209EV LEGEND PLATE "E-STOP" UPM2210EV LEGEND PLATE "START" UPM7524 MOTOR STARTER TELEMEC 110VAC UPM2213EV MOTOR O/L TELEMEC 2.5-4.0A UF3710 FW M4 UF6365 BHCS M4 x 0.7 x 10mm A-16 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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UPM4210 SPRING MANDREL SHAFT UPM0742 SPRING SPOOL UPM2181 CONSTANT FORCE SPRING UPM9651 COLUMN BLOCK 40 mm BORE LM 25UU LINEAR BEARING 25 mm UF3278 SS BHCS M6-1 x 12 mm UF0457 HHCS M10-1.25 x 20 mm A-18 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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UPM0742 SPRING SPOOL UPM0740 CONSTANT FORCE SPRING UPM2181 CONSTANT FORCE SPRING UPM9651 COLUMN BLOCK 40 mm BORE LM 25UU LINEAR BEARING 25 mm UF3278 SS BHCS M6-1 x 12 mm UF0457 HHCS M10-1.25 x 20 mm A-20 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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UPM3246 ET T.H. TOP GAP FILLER UF7008 SS BHCS M4-07 X 6mm UPM0029 STRIP, UHMW, 2" W X .03" THK UF2080 POP RIVET S-44 UF6374 BHCS M4-0.7 x 6 mm UPM2192 BLACK PLUG UF3681 L.W. M4 A-26 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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UAM0296 UAM0297 A-27 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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RETAINING RING FOR 12mm SHAFT UF1241EV BHCS M6-1 x 20 UF1192 FHCS M6-1 x 16 mm UPM1158 PIVOT SHAFT SPACER UF1940 F.W. NYLON 1/2IDx.772ODx.032TH UPM2247EV PIVOT SHAFT SHORT T.H. BOX 222 UPM0962EV SPRING RETAINER UF3646 SHCS M4-0.7 x 20 A-28 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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UF3711 BHCS M6-1 x 30 UF1194 FHCS M6 - 1 x 25 mm UF0454 M6-1.0 X 16mm HHCS UF1400 SSS HK 3/8-16 X 3 UF1610 HNJ 3/8-16 UF6363 LW M6 UF1195 BHCS M6-1 x 12 mm A-36 USA 2024-SB METRIC...
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