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USER MANUAL Model 106-106C Star Universal (Gosport) Ltd Unit 2, Clarence Wharf, Mumby Road, Gosport, Hampshire, United Kingdom, PO12 1AJ Tel: + 44 (0) 23 9258 2857 Fax: + 44 (0) 23 9251 1731 Email: sales@staruniversal.com Web: www.staruniversal.com...
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Star Universal (Gosport) Ltd cannot be held responsible for eventual damage caused by specifications deviating from the standard model. Although extreme care has been exercised during the writing of this manual, Star Universal (Gosport) Ltd will not accept any liability for eventual errors in this manual and/or for the consequences of (mis)interpretation of the contents.
With the purchase of this heat sealing machine you will be able to pack a great variety of products. To use the heat sealer, Star Universal (Gosport) Ltd has ensured that all the machines, from the smallest to the largest model, fulfil the greatest demands. All the machines are built in-house to the highest standard and undergo vigorous testing, complying with all regulations.
Ensure the power is switched off and the plug removed from the socket prior to carrying out any service work. The machine should be regularly serviced using genuine Star parts and is subject to the portable appliance test regulations. When not in use switch the machine off.
MACHINE SETTING 106/106C Weld Control Keypad Locked Cool Control Power On Indicator Alarm Indicator SETTING THE WELD AND COOL TIMES/TEMPERATURES. Set the weld and cool times as below. Place some of the material you wish to seal between the sealing jaws, close them and cycle the machine by pressing the foot switch/push button. When the cycle finishes open the jaws, if the material has not welded increase the weld and cool times.
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Key Lock To prevent unauthorised alteration, the Star MkVI has a control lockout. If the green keypad locked light is on the feature is not engaged. To engage or disengage press the cool ▲ or ▼ key and release to display the cool time, the blue indicator will flash.
• • Jaws timeout too low Increase jaws timeout (see p6) (Jaws failed to close after • • Board fault Replace board/contact Star universal start signal received) • • Broken element Replace element (no power detected across • •...
Check condition - free from any excessive wear. Cutter rail Change if necessary. 6 MONTH MAINTENANCE Repeat monthly maintenance A 6-month maintenance kit can be ordered from Star Universal. Internal inspection Visually check power relay - if discoloured replace. Lubricate solenoids using graphite powder.
Under normal operating conditions it will be necessary to replace certain expendable items that are readily available from our spares department. Use of non-Star genuine parts or the incorrect part number can cause damage to the machine and invalidate the warranty.
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Brass Shim: Remove barrier tape and element ribbon as above. Remove the brass clamp by fully unscrewing the Allen bolt. Replace the brass shim, attach the brass clamp and re fit the ribbon and tape as above. Silicone Rubber/Sponge – Heated Jaw: Remove the barrier tape and element ribbon as above. Peel the silicone rubber away from the aluminium sealing jaw and clean any residual adhesive left behind.
THERMOCOUPLE REPLACEMENT Thermocouple: If the silicone has been replaced cut a shallow V in it just deep enough for the thermocouple wire to sit flush with the rubber, the tip/disc should be sat on top of the rubber. Place the thermocouple through the hole and fasten in place with thermocouple adhesive strip. The tip of the thermocouple should be in the centre of the silicone.
Jaw Arm Gaiter (Pair) (If IP rated) ALL PARTS QUOTED IN THIS MANUAL ARE CORRECT AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION E&OE STAR UNIVERSAL RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REVIEW AND ALTER THE PARTS AS NECESSARY COMPONENTS AND LAYOUT MAY VARY FROM THOSE PICTURED...
INSIDE THE MACHINE STAR 106-106C Circuit Board Transformer Vacuum Pump Solenoids Power Relay Suppressor across both orange wires Grey Strip on diode to the red wire...
As Star Universal only build industrial equipment to individual customer requirements the responsibility for the disposal lies with the end user. Star Universal will offer a collection service for machines we have built at the end of their useful life for recycling.
STAR UNIVERSAL WARRANTY POLICY The Company provides a 1-year warranty from the date of delivery on all Star Heat Sealing machines. If any part is found defective due to faulty manufacture, Star Universal will affect the repair or replacement to the customer free of charge providing: a) The fault is reported directly to the Service Department.
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