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USER MANUAL
XLS 20x /XLS 256 /XLS 272
Labeler
Edition 1b - 5/2019 - N101610 - Translation of original version

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL XLS 20x /XLS 256 /XLS 272 Labeler Edition 1b - 5/2019 - N101610 - Translation of original version...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Contents Please note General notes Validity and binding effect of this manual Illustrations and descriptions Safety instructions Information and qualifications Operational safety of the unit Warning notes on the unit Product description Overview Design models Mode of operation...
  • Page 4 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Narrow label spring kit Splice table Signal beacon Operating modes Dispensing mode Configuration mode Function descriptions Overview of functions Notes LABEL SETUP menu MACHINE SETUP menu Before operation Electrical connections Power supply connection Connecting sensors Inserting / changing label material...
  • Page 5 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Operational failures Status messages Types of status messages List of warnings List of error messages 05/2019 Contents...
  • Page 6 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual 05/2019 Contents...

  • Page 7: Please Note -7

    Technical state: 5/2019 Software version: 2.76 Liability NOVEXX Solutions reserves the right: – To make modifications to construction parts, components and software, as well as to employ comparable components in place of the parts specified, in keeping with technical advances.
  • Page 8 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Copyright NOVEXX Solutions holds all rights to this manual and its appendices. Reproduction, reprinting or any other types of duplication, even of portions of this manual, may only be carried out with express written consent. Printed in Germany...
  • Page 9 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Button symbols – The buttons of the control panel are depicted as symbols. – The symbols are depicted with a ‘+’ (PLUS SIGN) between them if more than one button is to be pressed. Functions Functions are displayed in grey in the text with the following structure, MENU NAME >...
  • Page 10 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Information and qualifications Ensure the required qualifications are met  Ensure that only trained and authorized personnel operate, configure and service the unit.  Only allow qualified and well-trained expert personnel or service technicians to perform config- urations.

  • Page 11: Operational Safety Of The Unit -11

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual 1) For example faults when detecting labels 2) For example incorrect labelling Follow the instructions WARNING! Safe and efficient operation of the labeler can only be guaranteed if you observe all necessary information.  Before operating the unit, read the operating instructions and all other notes carefully.
  • Page 12 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Protection against injuries by electrical current WARNING! The machine operates using mains voltage! Touching live electrical parts may expose you to hazardous electrical currents and may lead to burns.  Only operate the unit once the housing has been reassembled properly.
  • Page 13 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Protection against injuries by mechanical action WARNING! Risk of injury due to moving and rapidly rotating parts!  Maintain a safety clearance from the machine when it is in operation.  Never reach into a machine that is running.

  • Page 14: Warning Notes On The Unit -14

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Warning notes on the unit CAUTION! Warning notes on the unit represent important information for the personnel using it.  Do not remove warning notes.  Replace any missing or illegible warnings. [2] Position of the warning notes on the machine.

  • Page 15: Product Description

    OVERVIEW Design models RH/LH Each of the XLS 20x, XLS 256 and XLS 272 label dispensers are available as right-hand (RH) or left-hand (LH) version. – XLS 2xx RH: The label exits the machine on the right – XLS 2xx LH: The label exits the machine on the left [4] Left: Left-handed version;...

  • Page 16: Mode Of Operation -16

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Mode of operation In labelling mode, the strip is first pulled from the label roll around the dancer arm [5A], which con- sistently maintains even tension in the label strip. The feed roller [5D] behind the dispensing edge [5C] draws the strip across the dispensing plate.

  • Page 17: Operating Components -17

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Operating components [6] Operating components at the XLS 204 LH. The operating components described here are equal at all XLS 2xx versions. A Control panel – For sending commands to the device and for displaying operating states and error messages.
  • Page 18 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual H Label sensor – Stops the label feed after a label has been dispensed. Pressure roller – Prints the label once it is stuck to the product. J Dispensing edge – Standard: (non-adjustable) L-shaped dispensing edge –...
  • Page 19 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Control panel ONLINE Labels [7] The XLS 2xx control panel (in dispensing mode) A LCD display B Buttons C „Dispense“ button LCD display – Displays functions, configured values, operating states and error messages. – What is displayed at any one time depends on the operating status of the device; these screens are explained in the section Operating modes ...

  • Page 20: Connection Arrangement -20

    TO PROTECTIVE EARTH BITTE MASCHINE ZUVERLÄSSIG MIT SCHUTZERDE VERBINDEN [8] Connections on the back of the device (example: XLS 20x LH) A Power supply connection B Network connection (Ethernet 10/100) C Serial interface (RS232) D Connection for external control panel (RS485)
  • Page 21 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Connections on the side wall On the side wall of the housing are located the connections for sensors. [9] Sensor connections (A) on the XLS 20x (LH) PLC-IN PLC-OUT PLC-OUT PLC-IN START START ROTARY ROTARY ENCODER...

  • Page 22: Characteristics -22

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual TECHNICAL DATA Characteristics Dispensing speed XLS 204 max. 40 m/min XLS 206 max. 30 m/min XLS 256 max. 50 m/min XLS 209 max. 25 m/min XLS 272 max. 70 m/min Labelling halt precision at the peeling edge: At fixed dispensing speed ±0.5 mm...

  • Page 23: Power Supply -23

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual 5) Depending on the dispensing edge width. 6) Minimum material width for material with PET liner: 30 mm 7) Minimum material width for material with PET liner: 50 mm Label sensor Distance to peel edge L-shape dispensing edge:...

  • Page 24: Internal Interfaces -24

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Internal sensor interfaces: Material unwider Light barrier Pressure roller not used Dancer arm bi-phase light barrier encoder PLC interface Sub D15, optically insulated, optionally via two 8-pin M12 (separate inputs/outputs in each case) Outputs: 4x PNP, 24 V, a maximum of 500 mA/channel,...

  • Page 25: Ambient Conditions -25

    30 to 85%, (non-condensing) Noise (at a distance of 1 m): 72 dB(A) Protection class: XLS 20x: IP 41 (IP 65 with special equipment XLS 256/XLS 272: IP 21 Sea level: Operation to max. 2000 m above sea level 12) With dust/splash guard option installed...

  • Page 26: Certificates/Markings -26

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Certificates/Markings – CE, TÜV-Mark, FCC, CCC, EAC, TÜV -Mark – The regulation EN 55032 demands for class A devices the following text to be printed in the manual: „WARNING: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.“...

  • Page 27: Options -27

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual OPTIONS External control panel – An external control panel can be connected in addi- tion to the integrated control panel. – An external control panel is useful if the standard control panel is difficult to access due to the position in which the unit is installed.

  • Page 28: Pneumatic Dispensing Edge -28

    XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Pneumatic dispensing edge – The dispensing edge is pivoted in the dispensing head. Compressed air presses the dispensing edge onto the surface of the product. – Allows compensation for height differences be- tween the products or on the product surface.

  • Page 29: Outer Diameter Control Sensor -29

    [19] OD sensor. Dust/Splash guard Only for XLS 20x. Additional sealing of the electrical connections and of the housing fulfils the requirements of the IP65 protec- tion class [20A].

  • Page 30: Capacitive Label Sensor -30

    [22] Capacitive label sensor. Printer – If necessary, you can mount a hot stamp printer (not available from NOVEXX Solutions) onto the holder brackets of the dispensing edge. – Example of use: Printing consecutive numbers onto labels.
  • Page 31 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Splice table With the splice table option, the end of the preceding material roll can be taped to the beginning of the new roll. Thus, the material doesn´t have to be fed through the whole machine for each new material roll, what reduces the downtimes for material change.
  • Page 32 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual OPERATING MODES Dispensing mode This is the operating mode of the unit when switched on. You can carry out the functions listed in the sections below. ONLINE If text such as ‘Prof 5 xxxxxxxx’ is displayed instead of ‘ONLINE’:...
  • Page 33 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Online settings The machine is in dispensing mode. To switch to the online settings mode:  Press the button. Speed Offset 12.2 fix 15.0 – The display shows the dispensing speed [27A] and the start offset [27C].
  • Page 34 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Configuration mode The machine is in dispensing mode. Switching to configuration mode: OFFLINE  Press the button twice. – Display: OFFLINE  Press the button. – Display: LABEL SETUP LABEL SETUP – LABEL SETUP is the name of the first menu that is currently active.
  • Page 35 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Functions Every submenu contains functions for setting the unit controls. Figure [29] shows the button functions for changing set- MACHINE SETUP > Language tings using the function as an example (English is the preset language, so you most probably don´t have to change this setting.
  • Page 36 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS Overview of functions LABEL SETUP MACHINE SETUP (continued) INTERFACE PARA (continued) Load prod.profil Dispenser type Labelsen. InType >EASYPLUGINTERPR DHCP host name Gap detect. mode Store prod.prof. Startsen. In.Type Interface FTP server Dispense speed Del. prod.profil Start disp.
  • Page 37 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual SIGNAL INTERFACE (continued) SERVICE/DIAGNOS. SERVICE DATA (continued) Interface mode >AI BOARD SIGNAL Service >MODULE FW VERS. Work place >PLC SIGNALS Applicator type Serv. data reset System version Company name End dispense mod Apply mode Sensor Test System revision Disp.
  • Page 38 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Notes Function descriptions The settings range or the individual settings for a function are shown in square brackets. – The default value is italicised for functions that have individual settings. – Settings that consist of several words are shown in quotation marks.
  • Page 39 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Slew speed function – Feed speed at which the label material is driven if missing-label-gaps occur and during the au- tomatic measuring of the label length – Setting range: XLS 204: [1.0…40.0] m/min; default: 1.0 XLS 206: [1.0…30.0] m/min; default: 1.0 XLS 256: [1.0…50.0] m/min;...
  • Page 40 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Label 3 offset function – Only appears if LABEL SETUP > Multi label mode = „3 labels/start“. LABEL SETUP > Multi label mode – Defines the distance of the 3rd label for the function (see above).
  • Page 41 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Language function – Language of display text – Settings: [German, English, French, Spanish, Dutch, Danish, Italian, Polish, Turkish, Russian] Materialend err function – Refers to the internal OD control. – Settings: [Off, „Mat.diam < x mm“] –...
  • Page 42  (XLS 20x) Only operate the device with the mains voltage set on the voltage selector switch.  (XLS 20x) Ensure that the unit is set to receive the mains voltage supplied by your electricity provider.  (XLS 256/XLS 272) Only operate the device using the system voltage indicated on the name- plate.
  • Page 43 If you are unsure of what mains voltage your local electricity supplier provides, refer to a qualified service technician. [34] Voltage selector switch on the XLS 20x (set to 230 V in the fi- gure) Switch setting Permissible mains voltage...
  • Page 44  Ensure that the machine is switched on (mains pow- [38] Voltage selector switch on the XLS 20x (set to 230 V in the fi- er switch in position "I") gure) ...
  • Page 45 Service technicians find further information re- garding suitable sensor types, pin assign- ments, and so on in the service manual. [42] Plugs (A) for XLS 20x with splash guard. For Information about further available sensor connec- tions refer to chapter Connections on the side wall ...
  • Page 46 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual INSERTING / CHANGING LABEL MATERIAL Inserting a label roll WARNING! Risk of injury due to moving and rapidly rotating parts! Before inserting the label roll, ensure  that the device is in offline mode. Danger of injury caused by falling label roll! ...
  • Page 47 Solid line: Path for label rolls with labels facing out- wards. Dottet line: differing path for label rolls with labels facing inwards. XLS 20x/256 [45] Threading diagram for XLS 20x/256 with L-shape disp. edge. XLS 272 05/2019 | 01 Before operation...
  • Page 48 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual [46] Threading diagram for XLS 272 with L-shape disp. edge. XLS 204 [47] Threading diagram for XLS 204 with V-shape disp. edge. 05/2019 | 01 Before operation...
  • Page 49 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Threading the label roll at the dispensing edge Fixed [48] (standard) and pivotable L-Shape dispens- ing edges:  Unroll around 1 m of label strip and remove the la- bels from it.  Pass the backing paper around the first deflection roller [48A] and through the slot in the sensor [48B].
  • Page 50 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Threading the label roll onto the drive roller  Open the pressure roller. To do so, rotate the knob [51A] away from the drive roller [51B], until it snaps open. [51] Opening the pressure roller. Feed the backing paper around the feed roller [52A] ...
  • Page 51 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Changing label material Removing spent label roll  Turn the handle [54A] counter-clockwise.  Remove the cardboard sleeve [54B].  Insert a new label roll, see chapter Inserting a label roll  on page 46. [54] Remove the empty cardboard sleeve (B).
  • Page 52 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual MECHANICAL SETTINGS Adjusting the unwinder’s core diameter Tool: – 3 mm hexagon (Allen) screwdriver The unwinder can be adjusted with core adapters [57B] to fit the inner diameter of the label roll. The adapters must be fitted and dismantled in different ways depend- ing on this diameter: 38.1 mm (1”) core...
  • Page 53 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Positioning the label sensor  Release the thumb screw [60B].  Position the sensor along the axle in such a way as to allow it to register the spaces between the labels. The LEDs [60A] light up when the sensor is positioned over a gap.
  • Page 54 User Manual Operation START-UP AND SHUTDOWN Turning on the unit [62] Main switch (A) of the XLS 20x. [63] Main switch (A) of the XLS 256/XLS 272. Set the main switch [62A][63A] of the unit to ‘I’ (On).  – The following messages are displayed during the start process: XLS204 RH V 2.75...
  • Page 55 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Starting label dispensing Dispensing with a product sensor Once switched on, the XLS 2xx/272 is in dispensing mode; this means that triggering the product sensor will cause a label to be dispensed. Prerequisites: – The label length must be specified.
  • Page 56 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual CONFIGURATION AND MONITORING Function menu settings Label pitch  Switch to configuration mode Calibrating the label pitch automatically:  Hold down the button for a while (longer than two seconds). Or: Enter the label pitch manually: ...
  • Page 57 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Prerequisites: – The label length must be specified. The next label to be dispensed waits in the label stop position. Here it is useful if the label protrudes over the dispensing edge a little [66]. The labeler was pre-configured ex works for use with the supplied label sensor. If this sen- sor is used, the label stop position setting will only require minimal correction.
  • Page 58 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Suppressing start signals A start signal can be prematurely triggered by the shape of the product or reflective surfaces, what can cause erroneous labelling. In case of a product causing unwanted additional start signals while the product passes the dispensing edge, those signals can be suppressed by setting function LABEL SETUP >...
  • Page 59 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual [68] Distance between the product sensor (left) and the dispensing edge (right). [69] Distance (A) between the label and the product’s front edge. Monitoring functions While in dispensing mode, an electronic controller monitors the following functions:...
  • Page 60 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Material end Critical OD reached Error message Warning Error message No OD-control Status num: 5001 none none No gap found Internal OD-control Status num: 5072 ONLINE Status num: 5071 Material end unw Material low Material end unw...
  • Page 61 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual – Material is torn between feed roller and rewinder [71C]: Status num: 5140 Rewinder control .See chap. Operational failures  on page 69. [71] Material tear off in sections A, B or C leads to different error messages.
  • Page 62 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual USING PRODUCT PROFILES What are product profiles? Product profiles are memory locations that can store all the settings for the machine controls. For recurring production jobs, they allow you to quickly set the machine to the respective product.
  • Page 63 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Storing a product profile Selecting the memory location MACHINE SETUP > Store prod.prof.  Call the function. – Display shown when all memory locations are unoccupied: Store prod.prof. Prof 1 Product 1 – When memory locations are already occupied, the memory location that was last active is dis- played: Store prod.prof.
  • Page 64 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Deleting a product profile  Call the MACHINE SETUP > Del. prod.profil function. – The memory location that was active last is displayed.  Press the or the button until you retrieve the memory location you require (1–16).
  • Page 65 After operation MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Replacing fuses This section counts only for XLS 20x. The fuses at the XLS 256 and the XLS 272 cannot be replaced. WARNING! The machine operates using mains voltage! Touching live electrical parts may expose you to hazardous electrical currents and may lead to burns.
  • Page 66 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual PLEASE CONNECT MACHINE PROPERLY TO PROTECTIVE EARTH BITTE MASCHINE ZUVERLÄSSIG MIT SCHUTZERDE VERBINDEN [73] Fuse holder (A) at the XLS 20x. 05/2019 | 01 After operation...
  • Page 67 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Cleaning agents Cleaning agents for rubber rollers [74A]: – Roller cleaner, order number 98925. If other cleaning agents are used, there is a chance the rubber may corrode. Cleaning agents for metal deflexion rollers [74B]: – Cleaning solvent, alcohol-based solvent, isopropyl alcohol, spray for removing labels Cleaning the unit’s housing:...
  • Page 68 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Regular maintenance The label dispenser is designed to be maintenance-free. However, you should service the unit reg- ularly in order to ensure reliable long-term operating results. Removing paper debris Depending on operating conditions, you should perform the following at least once a week: ...
  • Page 69 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Operational failures STATUS MESSAGES Types of status messages Error messages When an error occurs, the machine stops immediately and displays an error message on the con- trol panel. Error messages are displayed as follows: Status num:...
  • Page 70 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual List of warnings Displayed text Meaning Productstartwarn New start signal during the dispensing operation. Several missing labels on the web, which can not be compensated. APSF speed warn. The conveyor speed exceeded the max. speed of the dispenser.
  • Page 71 This leads to overheating the chine cool down 5031 MotorProtectRew. machine. Check setting of the voltage selectioin (XLS 20x) Voltage selection switch set switch. faulty. Switch the machine off, wait 30 sec- There are some more possible caus- onds and switch it back on.
  • Page 72 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Status Status text Cause Action to take 5072 Material end unw Occurs during operation with activated Check the material feeding; if neces- internal OD control. sary, replenish the material roll. The message appears, if no rotation of...
  • Page 73 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Status Status text Cause Action to take 5145 Rewinder full This error can only occur if the Remove the rewound backing paper end of a new label roll was Press the key to confirm the error glued on to backing paper that message.
  • Page 74 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Status Status text Cause Action to take 6207 No file card No external memory medium was Check whether an external memory found. medium (e. g. USB thumb drive) is connected. If the memory medium was not connected until after the machine was switched on: Switch the machine off and back on again.
  • Page 75 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual EU Declarations EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (Translation of original version) Novexx Solutions GmbH Ohmstraße 3 D-85386 Eching Germany hereby declare that we have designed and built the machine designated below so that it is in conformity with...
  • Page 76 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual EU DECLARATION OF INCORPORATION (Translation of original version) Novexx Solutions GmbH Ohmstraße 3 D-85386 Eching Germany hereby declare that the partly completed machine designated below has been designed and built in such a way as to be in conformity with the safety and health protection requirements of directive 2006/42/EC, annex I, which are marked „fulfilled“...
  • Page 77 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual APPENDIX REGARDING THE DECLARATION OF INCOR- PORATION List of the essential health and safety requirements applied and fulfilled for the product named in the declaration of incorporation, relating to the design and construction of machinery. Number...
  • Page 78 XLS 20x/256/272 User Manual Number Not appli- Designation Fulfilled Remark Annex I cable 1.5.4. Errors of fitting 1.5.5. Extreme temperatures 1.5.6. Fire 1.5.7. Explosion 1.5.8. Noise 1.5.9. Vibrations 1.5.10. Radiation 1.5.11. External radiation 1.5.12. Laser radiation 1.5.13. Emissions of hazardous materials and substances 1.5.14.
  • Page 80 Novexx Solutions GmbH Ohmstraße 3 85386 Eching Germany  +49-8165-925-0 www.novexx.com...

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