Contents Contents Safety guidelines Air cushion types – Type 7 filler Air cushion types – Type 8 wrapper Machine overview Technical data Recommended settings All other settings for Floeter air cushion chains and mats can be found here: Accessories and spare parts Operating instructions Control panel settings Preset and lock function...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety guidelines Please read the safety guidelines and operating instruction closely before using the machine. - Turn off the machine and disconnect power before opening the machine or - performing any repair or maintenance work on the machine. - Switch off the machine if it will not be used for an extended period of time.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Air cushion types – Type 7 filler Our standard version – Polyethylene 20 µm Type 7.1 AirWave air cushion filler 100 x 210 mm; 20 µm; 700 m Ideal for filling small voids and for use as an intermediate layer Type 7.2 AirWave air cushion filler 150 x 210 mm 20 µm;...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Air cushion types – Type 8 wrapper Our standard version – Polyethylene 20µm 8.1-8.6 with 450 m; 8.3XL/8.4XL (600mm) with 300 m Type 8.0 AirWave wrapper 420mm 1 large chamber; 20µm; 450 m 1 large chambers for large volumes and for use as a top layer Type 8.1 AirWave wrapper 420mm 2 large chambers;...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Machine overview Power cord, power switch Connection jumbo roll holder (optional) Interface for external Sensor end of film control (optional) Control panel Film roll shaft Filling pipe for air supply Extendible base Film channel Spare part compartment Technical data Power supply: 230 V;...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Recommended settings Recommended Recommended Air Volume Cushion Type Temperature [°C] PE (20µm) / ClimaFilm (20µm): 170-180 26-30 170-180 65-70 All other settings for Floeter air cushion chains and mats can be found here:...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating instructions Connect power to the machine and switch on the machine. The start screen will appear automatically after approximately 5 seconds on the control panel. Insert film roll Load the roll of film on to the film roll shaft. Please note the side of air fill channel of the film.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pull the film above the air nozzle and through the film channel. Press the “IN/OUT button” and pull the film all the way through. The corner of the film can be cut at an angle to make it easier to fit the film over the air nozzle.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Control panel settings Use the control panel to set the sealing temperature, film length, and air volume. Once a roll of film is loaded and all settings are correct, press “Start” to start the production of air cushions. Setting the sealing temperature The preset sealing temperature is 170°C.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preset and lock function Four presets with temperature, air volume and blowing time are possible for a quick selection. Programming the presetting can be done at programming level. To program or change a preset press 2-3 sec.”0” and enter “4-5-6”. Press “SET” to get to the requested value.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Change the knife You can easily change the knife for AirWave1 yourself. Step 1: Switch off the machine and disconnect power Always switch off the machine before opening it. Disconnect power to the machine by removing the power cord completely from the machine. Allow the machine to cool down! You must follow this step.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 3: Remove the knife Undo the locating screw with the provided hex key. Remove the blade bracket. Caution!! Even used blades are extremely sharp! Step 4: Change blade Undo the little screw which fixes the blade with the provided hex key.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 5: Insert the knife Insert the knife into the slot at the machine and fix it with the screw. Remount the upper cover and fix it with the screws with provided hex key.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Change the Transport belts You can easily change the Teflon belts for AirWave1 yourself. Step 1: Switch off and disconnect power Switch off the machine and disconnect power Always switch off the machine before opening it. Disconnect power to the machine by removing the power cord completely from the machine.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 4: Release transport / Teflon belt Same steps for transport as for Teflon belt: Push the upper hinder guiding roll toward the one in the front against the spring, and release the tension for the transport belt. Remove the slackened transport belt Step 5: Insert new transport / Teflon belt Same steps for transport as for Teflon belt:...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 6: Tension the belts, close the machine. Turn the tension lever back to the left to press the transport rolls against each other. Fit the covers of the Teflon belts and screw it with the prepared hex key. Lower cover first and then the upper one.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Change the Counter pressure block The counter pressure block of AirWave1 can easily be changed by yourself. Step 1: Switch off and disconnect power Switch off the machine and disconnect power Always switch off the machine before opening it. Disconnect power to the machine by removing the power cord completely from the machine.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Replace counter pressure block with a new and fasten the screws. Step 5: Tension the belts, close the machine. Turn the tension lever back to the left to press the transport rolls against each other. Fit the covers of the Teflon belts and screw it with the prepared hex key.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Film guide pins For a more effective air volume or better film guide for the film Types 8.3 - 8.5 use the two guiding pins. Screw the pins at the machine casing Thread the film trough the pins and over the airpipe.
Start-/Stop function with foot pedal. For a production on demand. Even if you have no free hand or if machine is inaccessible. AirWave 1/2 Jumbo roll holder for bigger rolls AirWave 1/2 Overhead Solution For an automated air cushion stockage in ideal working height...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AirWave1/2 Rolling basket always brings your air cushions to the ergonomically correct working height. Locally flexible. AirWave 1/2 Mobile table solution Bring your machine to the ideal working height. (compatible with Docking station) AirWave 1/2 Docking station For an decentralized consumption with mobile rolling container completely independent of machine position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance & Cleaning The AirWave1 is a low maintenance machine. Mechanically claimed parts can show traces of abrasion after certain operating time. Furthermore there can occur contamination or residue of at the AirWave1. Our recommendation: All 30 roll changes and on demand: 1) Check Teflon belts and replace as the circumstances require 2) Check red transport rolls regarding contamination and grip clean or replace if necessary 3) The gear wheels always need to be sufficiently greased...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Warranty AirWave1 has a 12-month manufacturer’s warranty that covers all electronic and mechanical components. The warranty period starts automatically when you purchase the machine. In the event of damage, please contact our back office (please see contact below). If the machine needs to be send back to us, please follow the steps discussed with our service team.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Support and Service If you need support, advice or do you have any questions? We are here for you: www.floeter.com/en/support/ FLOETER Verpackungs-Service GmbH Robert-Bosch-Straße 17 71701 Schwieberdingen Germany tel.: +49 (0) 7150 / 92396 - 0 Info@floeter.com www.floeter.com...
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