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COMARME S.r.l.
Quartiere Mirabella snc
20081 Abbiategrasso (MI)
ITALIA
Phone +39 02 9422002
Fax. +39 02 9422096
Web: www.comarmesrl.com
E-mail: info@comarmesrl.it
GEM B520-GP
EN
USE AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
Code
MANT-10076-02
Rev.
0
-
19-09.2022

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  • Page 1 GEM B520-GP USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Code MANT-10076-02 COMARME S.r.l. Quartiere Mirabella snc 20081 Abbiategrasso (MI) ITALIA Phone +39 02 9422002 Fax. +39 02 9422096 Web: www.comarmesrl.com E-mail: info@comarmesrl.it Rev. 19-09.2022...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5.13 Recommended spare parts .........................................58 5.14 Intervention record sheet ...........................................60 PUTTING OUT OF SERVICE AND DISMANTLING ................................61 Temporary putting out of service ....................................... 61 Dismantling ..............................................61 ANNEXES ..............................................62 A01 - WIRING DIAGRAM A02 - SPARE PARTS LIST 2/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 5: Use Of The Manual

    The operations whose execution requires qualified or specialized staff, in order to avoid any danger, are indicated with this symbol. It is advisable to train the staff in charge of the machine and to check that what is envisaged is under- stood and carried out. GEM B520-GP 5/62...
  • Page 6: Informative Letter

    The descriptions and the pictures it contains are not to be considered as binding. Although the main features of the machine described in this manual are not subject to change, COMARME S.r.l. reserves the right to change any part, detail and accessory it deems necessary to improve the machine or for manufacturing or commercial requirements, at any time and without being obliged to update this manual immediately.
  • Page 7 The original configuration of machine must not be changed at all.  On receiving the machine make sure the supply corresponds to what has been ordered. In case of non conformity please inform COMARME S.r.l. immediately. Also make sure that the machine has not been damaged during transport.
  • Page 8: Transport And Handling

     The head of the department must always follow all the standards and the legal provisions concerning accidents and safety at work, that are in force nationally, locally and in business.  Some areas where to deposit materials must be identified. 8/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 9: Transport

    Any options ordered with the machine rest on additional pallets. 1.3 Storage During transport and storage make sure the temperature is between -5 and 40° C. If the machine is stored, make sure the relative humidity is between 30% and 95%. GEM B520-GP 9/62...
  • Page 10: Unpacking

    Place the forks on the long side of the machine so that it rests on the supporting structure. Then rest the machine on the ground. WARNING Dispose of the packages properly delivering them to associations in charge of their elimination and recycling. A - Use and maintenance manual with EC declaration of conformity. B - Toolbox. 10/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 11: Handling

    A fork lift truck can be used to handle the machine through the departments (see picture 5). Put the forks below the machine structure and remove it from the lower base pallet. WARNING During the handling always move very slowly. This operation must be assisted by an operator in charge of signalling. GEM B520-GP 11/62...
  • Page 12: Description Of The Machine

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  • Page 13: Description Of The Machine

    The only areas without guards are the box inlet and outlet. After positioning the machine in the production line the user must eliminate any risk in the box inlet and outlet area according to the features of the handling line. GEM B520-GP 13/62...
  • Page 14 Description Description Moistening unit water tank Moistening unit peristaltic pump Support legs Box outlet area Lower taping machine Air adjusting unit Taping machine inspection door Microswitches with taping machine inspec- tion door interlock Carton erector connection area 14/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 15: Technical Features

    2.3 Technical features Nella seguente tabella sono indicate le principali caratteristiche tecniche della macchina. Technical features Technical features GEM B520-GP GEM B520-GP Machine weight 180 kg / 397 Lb Weight with packaging 270 kg / 595 Lb Power installed 1 kW...
  • Page 16 Technical features Technical features GEM B520-GP GEM B520-GP Motor protection IP54 Min. + 5°C / 41° F Service temperature Max. +35 °C / 95° F The equivalent continuous (A) weighted sound 78 dB (A) pressure level in the workstation is equal to Max.
  • Page 17: Dimensions

    2.4 Dimensions The machine measures are indicated below in mm. GEM B520-GP 17/62...
  • Page 18: Field Of Application

    COMARME S.r.l. declines all responsibility in case of accidents due to the use of the machines by UNAUTHOR- IZED and unqualified staff, or who use them for purposes different from the above-mentioned ones, WITH- OUT THE WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION OF THE MANUFACTURER AND THE ADAPTATION OF THE TECHNICAL FEATURES.
  • Page 19: Technical Data

    1000 1/90M - 1/90E/W 1/120M Accepted dimensions of gummed paper reel: - Ø external max. reel 400 mm - Ø internal max. reel core ~70 mm (3”) - Min / Max paper width 50 / 80 mm GEM B520-GP 19/62...
  • Page 20: Installation

    Do not install the machine without the suitable protections. WARNING COMARME S.r.l. machines are NOT conceived for working in places at risk of explosion and/or at high risk of fire. The machine installation in a plant requires special precautions: areas equipped with precise energy sourc- es to feed the plant, some specialized and qualified staff to carry out this work and with the necessary equipment to position and install the machine.
  • Page 21 OBLIGATIONS OF THE CUSTOMER: COMARME S.r.l. declines all responsibility for damage to people, objects or animals due to the failure to in- stall protection systems or to their disassembly. The manufacturer is not to be held responsible if the plant user does not follow the instructions below.
  • Page 22: Free Spaces

    (see picture 9). We recommend checking the suitability to carry loads near the supports. WARNING WARRANTY AND RESPONSIBILITY DECAY IN CASE the machine is not installed ac- cording to the indications provided for by the manufacturer. 22/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 23: Component Assembly

    - pull out legs "B" to the required length (max. 100 mm) and tighten screws "A" . Make sure that at the end of these operations the machine is on a level in both directions, lengthwise and crosswise (see picture 11). GEM B520-GP 23/62...
  • Page 24 With the electrical connection described above, the drive belts of the taping machine will be set in motion when the vacuum circuit of the carton erector is activated. The two machines together will function as if they were one unit. 24/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 25: Electrical Connection

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  • Page 26 • Insert the machine electrical plug (see picture 13) into the mains outlet. • Check for the correct rotational direction of the belts, as shown by the arrow in picture 14. If the rotation- al direction is wrong, reverse the two phase wire connectors on the plug. § 26/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 27: Pneumatic Connection

    Check the air pressure using the "3" and "8" pressure gauges. Adjust the pressure between 5 and 6 bar based on the rigidity of the boxes to be taped. For corrections, use the air delivery knobs "4" and "9" on the RF unit, turning clockwise to increase or anti-clockwise to decrease. GEM B520-GP 27/62...
  • Page 28: Normal Use

     Use the machine for purposes that are different from the ones described in this use and maintenance manual.  Allow unauthorized personnel to operate on the machine.  Clean the machine while it is running. 28/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 29  The safety systems must be only used as “safety stop” devices and not as machine stop control device. WARNING  Before starting the machine, all its protections must be closed. GEM B520-GP 29/62...
  • Page 30: Operator Position

    Posizione operatore / Position opérateur Lato comandi / emergenza Posición del operador Côté commandements / bouton d'urgence Panel de mando / emergencia Controls The taping machine can be started through the box presence photocells located in the loading area. 30/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 31: Paper Exit

    This operations occurs only once, till the cut is enabled. In position 2, the selector switch enables the cutting cylinders to cut the gummed paper. Only after this operation the dispensing can be repeated. GEM B520-GP 31/62...
  • Page 32: Head Holder Carriage Adjustment

    (pos.4 pict.17) until the driving belts come into contact (with a slight pressure) with the side walls of the box to tape. WARNING An excessive closing force of the driving belts locks the machine and damages it, especially when the box is thick. 32/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 33: Reel Positioning

    2-5 mm between the flange and the reel to allow unrolling the paper. 8. Reposition the reel carrier on the shaft. 9. Lock the reel carrier by means of the knob (pos.1 pict.18). Glue side GEM B520-GP 33/62...
  • Page 34: Gummed Paper Centring

    2. Position the reel support so that the reel centre line is aligned with the centre line of the taping head. 3. Tighten the fastening knob. NOTE: the flange must no longer be moved unless the width of the tape used is changed. Paper width +2 -5 mm 34/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 35: Gummed Paper Arrangement

    - Remove the cut flap of paper. - Check, against the light, that on the glue side of the pa- per there is a uniform and thin film of water. GEM B520-GP 35/62...
  • Page 36: Adjustments And First Start Up

    If the taping machine is connected with a carton erector, check the correct setting of the latter. WARNING The boxes must be correctly centred, with suitable distances between them when they are loaded onto the machine. 36/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 37: Working Cycle

     At the end of the work, even after stopping the machine, some components such as the motors can keep high temperatures. Therefore, at the end of the operations, make sure that nobody touches these parts until the heat is dissipated below a temperature of about 40-50°C. GEM B520-GP 37/62...
  • Page 38: Wrong And Dangerous Uses

    LAW (Local law on safety at work); DO NOT USE WATER. Staff members should be trained to deal with such accidents. The machine can NOT work in areas at high risk of fire. WARNING IN CASE OF FIRE TURN OFF IMMEDIATELY THE POWER SUPPLY 38/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 39: Maintenance

     Do not wear rings, watches, chains, bracelets, etc. during maintenance operations.  Always wear individual protective devices (gloves, goggles, safety shoes, etc.).  Do not use naked flames, pointed instruments or pins for cleaning operations.  Do not smoke. GEM B520-GP 39/62...
  • Page 40: Ordinary Cleaning

    This allows keeping the machine in good working conditions. Some tape or cardboard residues can be left near the machine or near the inlet and outlet roller conveyors. During the machine cleaning remove them. 40/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 41: General Rules For Maintenance

    Condensate drain Drain any condensate in the accumulation filter located under the main pressure regulator (see position "A" in picture 28). GEM B520-GP 41/62...
  • Page 42: Driving Belt Replacement

    "C" fixing the front pulley "D" so that the pulley can be moved inwards, replace belt "E", insert a screwdriver into the suitable housing "F" by levering it so as to tighten the belt (see picture 30), tighten nut "C". 42/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 43 "B" back on and lock it with screws "A" (see the previous page). WARNING This operation should be performed by specialized mechanical maintenance technicians. In any case, it is advisable to replace the belts at least once a year. GEM B520-GP 43/62...
  • Page 44: Lubrication

    (see picture 34), fasten the locking screw as tightly as possible using a 13 mm hexagon socket head cap screw "E", reassemble the belt by checking its correct tension as indicated in par. 5.9. 44/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 45: Check Of The Drive Chain Tension And Replacement

    To replace the drive belt do as follows: loosen screws "A" and remove the chain guard "B", loosen locking nuts "D" and replace chain "C", re-adjust the chain tension by tightening locking nuts "D", reassemble guard "B". GEM B520-GP 45/62...
  • Page 46: Taping Head Ordinary Maintenance Table

    5.10 Taping head ordinary maintenance table GEM B520-GP CHECK WITH POSSIBLE MATERIAL ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT OF: Lubrication of the peristaltic electric pump pipes Silicone spray Lubrication of idle return/paper passage rollers Silicone spray Paper passage check/cleaning in the taping head Water and compressed air...
  • Page 47: Maintenance Operations For Taping Heads

    - tighten a knob or a screw (M6) on the suitable threaded insert in the centre of the sleeve to extract it - extract the sleeve - remove the three sponges and rinse them thoroughly with water - rinse thoroughly the net under running water without disassembling it from the sleeve GEM B520-GP 47/62...
  • Page 48: Sponge And Net Check/Replacement

    Check the sponge and net condition: - if the net is torn or broken, replace it - if the sponges are worn with a slight patina, replace them. NOTE: Otherwise follow the instructions given in paragraph “sponge and net washing". 48/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 49 - reposition the small tank in the taping head. NOTE: Before repositioning the lower small tank in the taping head, clean the latter with some compressed air to remove any water leaks during overturning. Pay special attention to the dispensing unit. GEM B520-GP 49/62...
  • Page 50: Replacement Of The Peristaltic Electric Pump Pipes

    - take the pipe and fix it to the pipe fitting - repeat this operation for the other pipes. NOTE: The delivery pipe diameter must be of 4/6 mm while the return pipe diameter must be of 6/8 mm. 50/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 51 - reposition the small tanks in the taping heads. NOTE: Before repositioning the lower small tank in the taping head, clean the latter with some compressed air to remove any water leaks during overturning. Pay special attention to the dispensing unit. GEM B520-GP 51/62...
  • Page 52: Cutting Blade Check/Replacement

    - open the machine pneumatic supply. NOTE: Before repositioning the lower small tank in the taping head, clean the latter with some compressed air to remove any water leaks during overturning. Pay special attention to the dispensing unit. 52/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 53: Counterblade Check/Replacement

    - make sure the dispenser corrugated roller turns freely NOTE: Before repositioning the lower small tank in the taping head, clean the latter with some compressed air to remove any water leaks during overturning. Pay special attention to the dispensing unit. GEM B520-GP 53/62...
  • Page 54: Paper Guide Plate Check/Replacement

    - reposition the small tanks in the taping heads. NOTE: Before repositioning the lower small tank in the taping head, clean the latter with some compressed air to remove any water leaks during overturning. Pay special attention to the dispensing unit. Cutting counterblade support 54/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 55: Reel Carrier Brake Functionality Check

    In order to obtain a correct gummed paper unwinding position the flanges of all return rollers so that they always keep the paper centred on the taping head centre line. Moreover, the distance between the flanges must be slightly higher, 1-2 mm max, than the width of the paper used. GEM B520-GP 55/62...
  • Page 56: Check Of The Lower Paper Non-Return Ball Functionality

    In order to avoid any backward movement of the paper make sure there are three stop balls (pos.3 pict.46) in the paper stop device assembled on the lower head (pos.4 pict.46), and that the balls are not locked. 56/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    • Make sure the blade is aligned with the counterblade The machine interrupts the automat- • Check the previous conditions and if necessary call the Technical Support ic cycle System. In case of malfunction contact the Technical Service Centre (see par. "Informative letter"). GEM B520-GP 57/62...
  • Page 58: Recommended Spare Parts

    5.13 Recommended spare parts GEM B520-GP CODE RECOMMDED Q.TY DESCRIPTION 801-10-527 Roller L=180,5mm 801-10-526 Roller=518mm 801-00-788 Spring 851-02-903 Limit switch (PIZZATO art.FR538)2738 851-00-730 Bearing Ø32x15x9 (SKF 6002-2RS1) 851-03-879 Chain 3/8”x 40 pitches closed 851-03-598 Worm gear NMRV040 PAM 140/11 R.1:10...
  • Page 59: Electrical Equipment

    R EC O M M E N D E D S PA R E PA RT S F O R TA P I N G H EA D GEM B520-GP - HEAD MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT CODE RECOMM. Q.TY DESCRIPTION 02620 4649/4/A Upper paper stop device...
  • Page 60: Intervention Record Sheet

    5.14 Intervention record sheet Fill in the table below with the features of the maintenance intervention carried out on the machine. DATE MACHINE PART OPERATION OPERATION TIME NOTES SIGNATURE 60/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 61: Putting Out Of Service And Dismantling

    If the machine must be put out of service and dismantled, follow the standards to safeguard the environment as well as those on the recovery of recyclable materials. The parts to dismantle must be given to specialized companies with the regular authorization to transport and dispose of them. RECYCLE GEM B520-GP 61/62...
  • Page 62: Annexes

    ANNEXES A01 - WIRING DIAGRAM A02 - SPARE PARTS LIST 62/62 GEM B520-GP...
  • Page 64 COMARME S.r.l. Quartiere Mirabella snc 20081 Abbiategrasso (MI) - ITALIA Phone +39 02 9422002 Fax. +39 02 9422096 Web: www.comarmesrl.com E-mail: info@comarmesrl.it...

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