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USER MANUAL
USA 20-BFF
For Serial Numbers:
TM036 XX X XXX
TM436 XX X XXX

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL USA 20-BFF For Serial Numbers: TM036 XX X XXX TM436 XX X XXX...
  • Page 2 User Notes Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Technical Assistance Replacement Parts Field Service Assistance Warranty Information General Information Description of USA 20-BFF Definitions Optional Equipment Additional Tape Heads Can be installed on site Cannot be installed on site Optional Ski Width Optional Ski Length...

  • Page 4: Technical Assistance

    Technical Assistance This is the Interpack Model Uniform Semi-Automatic Bottom Flap Folder Bottom Only (USA 20-BFF) Side-Belt Case Sealer you ordered. It has been set up and tested in our factory with IPG 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.

  • Page 5: Field Service Assistance

    Field Service Assistance Your Interpack Case Sealer and Tape Heads are designed to provide years of trouble free operation. This is not without proper preventative maintenance, a recommended schedule can be located in the maintenance section of this manual, performed by then end user of the equipment.

  • Page 6: Warranty Information

    Intertape sells its Interpack Tape Heads, Case Tapers and Case Erectors with the following warranties: The IPG Pressure Sensitive Tape Heads’ knife blades, springs and wipe down rollers will be free from all defects for a period of ninety (90) days.

  • Page 7: General Information

    The USA 20-BFF Case Sealer is designed to apply IPG brand pressure sensitive carton sealing tape to the top and/or bottom center seam of regular slotted corrugated cartons. The USA 20-BFF Case Sealer manually adjusts to a variety of case sizes and will automatically close the bottom flaps.

  • Page 8: Optional Equipment

    Optional Equipment The USA 20-BFF can be outfitted with a variety of optional equipment. The below list is not standard and should be discussed with your distributor or authorized IPG representative if you would like them to be added to your machine.

  • Page 9: Optional Ski Width

    Optional Equipment Continued The USA 20-BFF comes standard with an 8” wide ski that has a 24” long workspace. There are some standards options for changing the width of the ski as well as the length of ski. It is recommended that the ski width be 1” narrower than the largest carton that will be processed.

  • Page 10: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards There are a number of safety labels used on the USA 20-BFF Case Sealer. These labels are placed at different locations on the machine to warn operators and service personnel of possible dangers (refer to Figure 3). Please read the labels on the machine and the following safety precautions before using the machine.

  • Page 11: Safety Label Placement

    Safety Label Placement Figure 5: Safety Label Placement Rev 1.0 UM036TW...

  • Page 12: Safety Label Descriptions

    Figure 7: Hazardous Voltage The label shown is affixed to the electrical control box. The label advises service personnel to connect the machine to a properly grounded outlet. Figure 8: Ground Connection Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...
  • Page 13 Safety Label Descriptions Continued The 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 IPG Case Sealing Equipment. Figure 9: Safety Instructions Should any of the safety labels on the Case Sealer be damaged or destroyed, replacements can be ordered through your distributor.

  • Page 14: Machine Nameplate

    TM03624A001 2x 1/3HP Machine Pneumatic Requirements if applicable Applicable Machine Drawing Number Manufacturer Details Figure 10: Machine Nameplate Reading Interpack Serial Numbers Year and Month of Machine Production Model Identifier Manufacture Number TM136 24A 001 Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 15: Important Safeguards

    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 To reduce the risk associated with mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical hazards: ◦...

  • Page 16: Operator Skill Level Descriptions

    Running with Safety Protections Maintenance Disabled Drive Belt Replacement Electrical Power Disconnected Running with Safety Protections Machine Installation & Set-Up B & C Disabled Proper Electrical Disconnect is achieved when the machine is unplugged from the electrical socket. Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications USA 20-BFF Dimensions Machine Weight: 679 lbs. (308kg) 100.2” 2546mm 62.9” 1597mm 44.2” 1222mm 42.4” 1078mm 24-30” MAX* 610-762mm * Height notated is with standard legs. If a different range is necessary please contact your Authorized IPG Representative for additional conveyor height options.

  • Page 18: Machine Components

    Specifications Machine Components Ski/Workspace Area Crank Handle Belt Adjustment Bottom Flap Folder Figure 12: Machine Components Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 19: Power Requirements

    Specifications Power Requirements Electrical: 110v, 60HZ, 5A (560 Watts) This machine comes standard with two gear motors, one on each drive base, and an electrical box/control box. The electrical box/control box contains a Start Button and Emergency Stop. A 12 ft. (3.6 m) standard, three-conductor power cord with plug is provided for 110V, 60HZ, 15A service. The receptacle providing this service must be properly grounded.

  • Page 20: Tape Specifications

    ** A minimum height of 2” is possible as long as the width of the carton is 8” or greater. If the box width is narrower than 8” then a minimum height of 3.5” is possible. Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 21: Set-Up Procedure

    Receiving and Handling The Interpack USA 20-BFF is shipped to the customer in a box and fixed to a pallet. The machine is enclosed with either a corrugated sleeve and cap or an HSC corrugated box. The sequence below is step by step instructions to remove all packing materials.
  • Page 22 CAUTION: DO NOT ADJUST THE HEIGHT USING THE CASTERS. HEIGHT CHANGES ARE TO ONLY BE MADE BY ADJUSTING THE LEG EXTENSIONS. Position the machine in its desired location. Lock the casters. 1/2” - 24 Threaded Hole Caster Figure 16: Caster Installation Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 23: Optional Equipment: Outfeed Table Installation

    Figure 17: Case Direction The USA 20-BFF can only accept an Outfeed Table. Where a traditional Infeed Table would be mounted the ski support is mounted. IPG Case Sealers come with the necessary mounting points for in-feed/out-feed tables. The optional in-feed/out-feed tables will come with all necessary hardware to mount to the machine.

  • Page 24: Optional Equipment: In-Feed Table Installation (Continued)

    After all four mounting studs and included hardware have been installed, tighten all hardware to avoid roller table instability then install rollers on table. Figure 20: Remaining Carriage Bolt Installation Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 25: Optional Equipment: Installation Of External In-Feed And Exit Conveyors

    IPG does not supply conveyors. All conveyors are to be customer supplied. The USA 20-BFF can only accept an Outfeed Conveyor. Customer supplied gravity exit conveyor (if used) should be straight and declined no more than 1 in./yard (5 cm/meter) away from the machine to convey the sealed cartons away from the machine.

  • Page 26: Connecting Utilities

    The electrical control is protected with an automatic circuit breaker with resettable overload. The electrical box is located on one side of the USA 20-BFF Case Sealer. It also contains the operator controls of a Start Button and Emergency Stop.

  • Page 27: Operator Controls

    Operator Controls Operator controls are located on the top of the Electrical Box. Emergency Start Button Stop Button Figure 23: Operator Controls Rev 1.0 UM036TW...
  • Page 28 Figure 24: Bottom Tape Head Removal 1 Figure 26: Bottom Tape Head Removal 3 Figure 25: Bottom Tape Head Removal 2 Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 29: Case Setup Procedure

    Case Setup Procedure Setting up the USA 20-BFF to process a case size is quick and easy. When performing any setup procedure press the Emergency Stop to prevent any unintended action or motion. Press the Emergency Stop to prevent any Disengage the Emergency Stop and press the Green unintended action or motion.

  • Page 30: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions The following instructions are presented in the order recommended for processing cases through the USA 20-BFF Case Sealer. Install and thread tape on the tape head (refer to the tape head manual). Supply or connect machine to 110V electrical supply (refer to Electrical Utilities).

  • Page 31: Preparing Cases To Be Processed

    Flap Folding The USA 20-BFF is a bottom only case sealer that will automatically close the bottom major flaps. The following procedure is recommended for its ease but there are several ways to prepare cartons to be processed through the USA 20-BFF. Finding the method that is easiest and most ergonomic may depend on each operator.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The USA 20-BFF Case Sealer is fabricated with high quality components that provide trouble-free operation for a long period of time. However, should a problem occur, we recommend that you consult the following pages. If the problem you encounter is not discussed in these pages, call IPG Machinery Support 813-345-3070.

  • Page 33: Q & A

    Q & A The USA 20-BFF Case Sealer is fabricated with high quality components that provide trouble-free operation for a long period of time. However, should a problem occur, we recommend that you consult the following troubleshooting guides. If the problem you encounter is not discussed in this section, call IPG Technical Support.

  • Page 34: The Machine Is Turned On And Nothing Happens

    Troubleshooting The Machine is Turned on and Nothing Happens Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 35: Case Is Getting Crushed

    Troubleshooting Case is Getting Crushed Rev 1.0 UM036TW...

  • Page 36: Poor Tape Wipedown

    Troubleshooting Poor Tape Wipedown Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 37: Rear Tape Leg Is Tabbing

    Troubleshooting Rear Tape Leg is Tabbing Is tape threaded correctly? Rethread tape Does the tape roll spin freely? Reduce Mandrel Tension Does the clutch roller spin freely and correctly? Reduce clutch roller tension (small adjustments can make big changes) Is the tape path dirty? Contact IPG Clean the tape path with mild...

  • Page 38: Tape Does Not Cut

    Troubleshooting Tape Does Not Cut Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    Maintenance The USA 20-BFF Case Sealer 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. Review the illustrations and chart below for information regarding machine maintenance.

  • Page 40: Drive Belt Replacement

    Figure 38: Replace Belt Using appropriate Allen key and wrench, tighten belt tensioning bolts. Be sure to equally adjust tensioning bolts for both drive belts. Figure 42: Drive Base Cover Figure 39: Tighten Belt Tension Bolt Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 41: Drive Belt Adjustment

    Maintenance Drive Belt Adjustment Using a 4mm Allen key, remove two screws and Intertape S/B drive idler pulleys are engineered to self- remove drive base cover. track to center. After tensioning, if the belts do not track on center, contact maintenance or your IPG Distributor. Figure 43: Drive Base Cover Figure 46: Self-Center Pulley Using appropriate Allen key and wrench, tighten...

  • Page 42: Electrical Drawing

    Appendix A Electrical Drawing E-STOP 800FP-MT44 Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...

  • Page 43: Parts Listing

    Appendix B Parts Listing USA 20-BFF Ski Assembly Left Drive Assembly Right Drive Assembly Rollers Base Assembly Leg Assembly Centering Assembly Machine Frame Electrical Assembly Items with black balloon call outs Items with white balloon call outs The top right of each page with a parts are assemblies (made of more are single parts.
  • Page 44 Appendix B USA 20-BFF ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION USM5063 TRAIL FOR BFF STANDARD METRIC 1 USM5065 DRIVE BASE 50 mm BFF L.H. USM5064 DRIVE BASE 50 mm BFF R.H. USM6115 BASE ASSEMBLY USA 2024 Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...
  • Page 45 Appendix B Ski Assembly ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION UPM4550 FOR BOTTOM FLAP DEFLCT UPM1647 UHMW 0.010 X 13/16" X 1-1/8" UPM2344 LOWER PLOW ROD FOR BFF LEFT SIDE UPM2513 BALANCE BAR BOTTOM FLAP DEFLC UPM1647 UHMW 0.010 X 13/16" X 1-5/16" UPM4553 BOTTOM FLAP DEFLC PLATE LEFT SIDE UF3274...
  • Page 46 IDLER PULLEY SHAFT 50mm UPM1879EV TENSIONNER SLIDE UPM0324 BEARING, PULLEY UPM7743 BOTTOM PLOW ROD PIVOT BFF 1 UPM0259 IDLER PULLEY UPM4546 DRIVE SECTION 50 mm BFF L.H. 1 UPM0101EV TENSIONNER SPRING HOLDER 1 UPM1237 SS SPRING LOCATOR PIN Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...
  • Page 47 Appendix B Right Drive Assembly ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION UF5900 M6-1.0 LOCK NUT UPM1233EV IDLER PULLEY SHAFT 50mm UF1828 FW M6 UPM0324 BEARING, PULLEY UPM7116CD MOTOR 1/3 21.4 : 1 UPM0259 IDLER PULLEY UF2080 POP RIVET S-44 UPM0109 IDLER PULLEY SPACER UPM0029...
  • Page 48 Appendix B Rollers ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION UPM3226 PVC ROL CHARCOAL DIA 1.9 X 12.00 26 UPM3227 PVC ROL CHARCOAL DIA 1.9 X 4.50 Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...
  • Page 49 Appendix B Base Assembly ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION UAM0275 LEG ASSEMBLY METRIC UAM0666 ELECTRICAL BOX ASSEMBLY 1 UAM0328 BASE SUB-ASS'Y USM6111 DRIVE CENTRING ASS'Y Rev 1.0 UM036TW...
  • Page 50 M1273 item 1 UF6314 M10-1.5 HNR UPM7642 M1274 UF4231 M12 FW UPM7640 M1272 item 1 UF4230 M12 LW UF4229 M10-1.5 x 20-CARRIAGE BOLT 4 UF6393 M12-1.75 x 35 HHCS UF6371 M10 LW UF3680 M10 FW Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...
  • Page 51 Appendix B Centering Assembly ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION UF0840 M6-1 x 25 SHCS UF0640 1.4-20_1.25_SHCS UF1828 M6 FW UPM3242 DRIVE SUPPORT SPACER UF2210EV SQUARE KEY ROUND ENDS 5x5x20 1 UPM0573EV ACME SHAFT UPE0001EV CRANK HANDLE, FOLDABLE UF2170 1/2"...
  • Page 52 OUTLET ROLLER BLOCK 2 UPM0606EV SLIDING PAD R.H. UPM3234EV OUTLET ROLLER BLOCK 2 UPM4193 REAR GAP FILLER UPM3288EV OUTLET COVER UPM3815 GAP FILL PLATE UF3391 M6-1.0 LOCK-NUT UPM3229 INLET COVER UF3170 M6-1 x 8 SHCS Interpack USA 20-BFF Rev 1.0...
  • Page 53 Appendix B Electrical Assembly ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION UF4323 BHCS M4 - 0.7 x 20mm UPM7631 NO CONTACT UPM6197 2 PIN BRIDGE UPM7630 LATCH UPM6193 TERMINAL BLOCK, 1 UPM4821 BUTTON GREEN UPM6196 END COVER UPM4816 EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON UPM2208EV MOTOR STARTER TELEMEC 110VAC 1 UPM4720...

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