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Domino M-Series Product Manual Essential User Information M230i-B100...
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DOMINO M230i-B100 LABELLER This manual, Domino part No. EPT023558 has been produced for use in the installation and operation of the Domino M230i-B100, and to reinforce and complement any training program available with the product. It is not designed to replace any such training program.
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Issuer's name: Mectec Elektronik AB Issuer's Address: Mectec Elektronik AB, Agnesfridsvägen 189, SE- 213 75 Malmö, Sweden. Object of the declaration: Domino M230i-B100-100X100-Left Domino M230i-B100-100X100-Right The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the following documents: EN 61000-6-2:2005 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) –...
Risk assessment and risk reduction 2006/42/EC : Machinery Directive 2004/108/EC : EMC Directive. 2011/65/EU : RoHS Directive Signed for and on behalf of Domino Printing Sciences Agnesfridsvägen 189 SE- 213 75 Malmö, Sweden Date: 2016-02-04 Rikard Malmback Managing Director (Mectec Elektronik AB)
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INTRODUCTION PART 1: Introduction CONTENTS Page INTRODUCTION ................... Identification and CE mark ............... Machine Identification – Serial Number Label ......DOCUMENT INFORMATION ..............LABELLERS – EQUIPMENT INFORMATION ........Machine modules ................Printer ....................Printer design ................Main parts of the Printer .............. Print head down ................
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Part number Weight [Kg]: 60 Rated power [kW]: 0.80 90-250VAC / 50-60 Hz / 6,3 A Year = Manufacturing year Domino Printing Science plc Agnesfridsvägen 189 SE-213 75 Malmö Sweden The CE-mark is placed on the serial number www.domino-printing.com MADE IN SWEDEN label.
• pass the manual on to any subsequent holder or user of the equipment A Technical manual is available on a USB memory stick. This document holds maintenance instructions intended for use by specialised personnel mandated by the Domino or authorised representatives. EPT023558 Issue 1 February 2016...
(2) Printer (3) Printer Control Unit (PCU) The illustration shows M230i-B100-100X100-Right. Note: Domino will not accept any liability for damage to equipment or injury to personnel caused by unauthorised or improper use of the Labeller. EPT023558 Issue 1 February 2016...
INTRODUCTION Machine modules Printer The printer is a Thermal Transfer type that can print onto virtually any type of label material. The Thermal Transfer printer uses a very thin transfer ribbon positioned between the print head and the label, and the ink on the ribbon surface is burned onto the label.
INTRODUCTION Main parts of the Printer (1) Label un-winder (2) Backing paper re-winder (3) Printer cable (4) Ribbon take-up (5) Ribbon supply (6) Print head lifting handle (7) Print head Note: Small differences can be found on the printer model, but the general construction is the same.
INTRODUCTION Print head down (1) Stepper motor (2) Print head lifting handle (3) Print head pressure device (4) Print head (5) Ribbon guide Print head up (6) Ribbon take up roller (7) Dispensing beak (8) Platen roller Printer underside (without peel roller) (9) Label-gap sensor EPT023558 Issue 1 February 2016...
INTRODUCTION Peel roller The peel roller (highlighted in gray below) is mounted under the platen roller and ensures sufficient contact between backing paper and platen roller for accurate label feed. The peel roller is necessary for large label rolls, it extends the safety margins and reduces the maintenance time.
INTRODUCTION The Printer Control Unit (PCU) controls the operation of the printer. The PCU unit is also equipped with an ACC (Application Control Card) that controls the applicator. The ACC is capable of controlling applicators having numerous cylinders and is mounted within the PCU. Applicators The applicator is mounted in front of the printer/labeller and is designed to apply labels on both moving and stationary objects.
SAFETY PRECAUTION SAFETY PRECAUTION To ensure maximum safety, always read this section carefully before doing any work on the equipment or making any adjustments. Information - Warning, Caution & Notes WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and Notes used throughout this manual are highlighted by use of international hazard symbols. The following definitions of all three special notices are shown below in the way that they are presented in the manual.
SAFETY PRECAUTION PERSONNEL Only skilled or instructed personnel are allowed to work on the equipment. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for injury or damage if the instructions in this manual are not followed. Personnel are responsible for: • The equipment and the work area around the equipment •...
SAFETY PRECAUTION GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Maintenance work on the Applicator Before any maintenance work is done inside the machine, always remember to: (1) Stop the Applicator, see section: 3.2 Stopping the Applicator. (2) Switch off the Applicator’s main switch. Note: The following instructions are just necessary for work inside protective covers.
SAFETY PRECAUTION MACHINE SAFETY DEVICES Machine Stop or Emergency stop The Blow applicators are designed for a Machine Stop. The stop can work as a Machine stop that only stops the Blow applicators. An emergency stop normally stops both the Blow applicator and a section of the production line.
Protective guards The Blow applicators can be installed behind protective guards. The Blow Applicator can be mounted at different angles and positions. Domino offers separately a solution for protective guards that fits most situations. If this offered solution is not applicable, because of special site situations, customized solutions for protective guards can be incorporated to the final installation.
SAFETY PRECAUTION NOISE LEVELS Domino has no control over specific site conditions, duration of use, state of maintenance or adjustment of the machine. Sound pressure level on M230i-B100-100x100-R: WARNING: It is recommended to use Ear defenders with good attenuation in the 63-8000 Hz frequency range.
TECHNICAL DATA PART 3: TECHNICAL DATA CONTENTS Page TECHNICAL DATA ............... 3-3 M230i-B100 ................3-3 EPT023558 Issue 1 February 2016...
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TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DATA The technical data for M230i-B100 applicators are represented by Left model. M230i-B100 Measurements - M230i-B100-100x100-L (mm) Note: Heights, lengths and widths may differ depending on configuration. EPT023558 Issue 1 February 2016...
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TECHNICAL DATA Blow applicators M230i-B100 Dimensions See drawings Total weight 28kg Applicator weight Printer weight 17.7kg Mounting kit 1 kg Power supply 90-250VAC Mains input Power consumption (230 VAC/50 Hz) Maximum operating current/power: 1.3A/299W Average operating current/power: 0.76A/175W Standby current/power: 0.26A/60W Power consumption (115 VAC/60 Hz)
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TECHNICAL DATA Blow applicators M230i-B100 Label roll - Inner diameter 75.5 - 77.3mm See also Part 6: Label & Ribbon Selection. Label roll - Max length 600m Label - Max width - (incl. Backing paper) 114mm Label - Max width 111mm Label length 40 - 600mm...
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TECHNICAL DATA Blow applicators M230i-B100 Power supply outputs Max output 1.5A +5V - Motherboard, Ethernet/Wlan General output 1A +24V - ACC Max output 1.2A +24V - Print head Peak 2A Continuous 8A -12V & +12V - RS232 Peak 45-50A 0.05A +45V - Stepper motor General output 2- The motor voltage has a separate 0V...
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TECHNICAL DATA Blow applicators M230i-B100 Firmware 7.00R2 or later Required ACC firmware 3.70 or later Configuration 4.85.2 or later Required M-setup version Graphic backlit display 128 x 64 pixels 4 x 18 characters in text mode Keys, Setup and control. LEDs Two Red status and communication...
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INSTALLATION PART 4: INSTALLATION CONTENTS Page SITE REQUIREMENTS ................. PRE-INSTALLATION ................INSTALLATION ..................MOUNTING THE MACHINE ..............COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION ............ELECTRICAL AND COMMUNICATION CONNECTIONS ..... Printer cable ..................Applicator cable ................Beacon cable (optional) ..............ACC terminal blocks for external connections ......... Supply voltage - Terminal blocks CN5 &...
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INSTALLATION SITE REQUIREMENTS WARNING: Do not install the Blow applicator in hazardous environments or in proximity to any flammable solvents or gases. The Blow applicators should be mounted securely in the desired location. They should not be placed close to any heat source or in direct sunlight. They should not be located in any hazardous environment, or in close proximity to any flammable solvents or gases.
The M230i-B100 applicators are designed to be mounted in many posi- tions. Please contact Domino if you have any questions on how to install the units. (1) Remove the packaging material from the Blow applicator. (2) Align the Blow applicator with the conveyor (90°).
INSTALLATION COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION The Blow applicator requires compressed air supplied with a pressure of 6 bar. Note: The internal working pressure of the cylinders has been reduced for safety reasons. It is highly recommended to avoid using a higher pressure than necessary. The Blow applicator have air regulators fitted as standard.
INSTALLATION Printer cable The printer cable is pre-connected to the printer in one end; the other end must be connected to the PCU. Mount the printer cable through the printer cable inlet in the rear of the PCU. Connect the printer cable to the PCU. Secure the mounting plate to the unit.
INSTALLATION Beacon cable (optional) The beacon cable is installed to the beacon tower light (option). Mount the beacon cable through the beacon cable inlet. Connect the beacon cable to the ACC in the PCU. Secure the mounting plate to the unit. (3) Applicator cable connector - CN10 (4) Beacon cable connector - CN9 EPT023558 Issue 1 February 2016...
INSTALLATION ACC terminal blocks for external connections External devices such as PLCs, sensors and scanners, etc, are connected using the EXTERNAL terminal blocks. CAUTION: Do not connect to the INTERNAL terminal blocks. (5) 24V & 0V are available to supply external equipment, like sensors. (6) External terminal blocks for customer connection.
INSTALLATION Supply voltage - Terminal blocks CN5 & CN6 The terminal blocks CN5 and CN6 contain +24V and 0V to supply external product detectors, sensors etc. External inputs - Terminal blocks CN3 The CN3 terminal block provides input connections for product detectors, sensors etc.
INSTALLATION Connect a relay or optocoupler to ACC inputs CAUTION: Do not connect the internal voltage to an external source. It is strictly prohibited to connect the internal ACC 0V DC to an external 0V DC (e, g. the 0V DC in a PLC). 4-10 EPT023558 Issue 1 February 2016...
INSTALLATION External output - Terminal block CN4 The default settings for output RE1-RE7 are configured as below, but can be amended in the setup program. Output Function Comments Reference Voltage 1 See further down for more information Printer ready Data ready Applicator in home position Cycle completed...
INSTALLATION Connect an external load to the relay outputs (example) JP2 - Reference voltage jumper REF1 = Jumper in right position The same reference voltage (connected to pin 29 or pin 40) is used in all relays. REF2 = Jumper in left position The reference voltage connected to pin 29 is used in relays RE1-RE5.
INSTALLATION OPTIONAL WLAN COMMUNICATION The Blow applicator is equipped with a standard Ethernet (LAN) connection. However it is possible to exchange this to an optional WLAN/ LAN interface and replace the default LAN interface. (including an Ethernet cable connection) Please see the part “Printer/Labeller & PCU/LCU” in the Technical manual for instructions how to configure WLAN/LAN interface.
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OPERATING PROCEDURES POWER ON/OFF Located at the rear of the PCU, use the Power switch to turn the power ON/ OFF. PRINTER - START / STOP / RE-START The start signals can be made in different ways depending on how the setup is made.
OPERATING PROCEDURES Stop the printer Open the print head to stop the printer. Use the handle at the side of the print head. When the print head is up, no labels can be printed and the machine will not work. The printer stops immediately when the print head is opened.
OPERATING PROCEDURES MACHINE STOP / EMERGENCY STOP (OPTION) As an recommended option the machine can be equipped with a Machine stop or Emergency stop which is an external stop function. The Machine stop only stops the labelling equipment. The Emergency stop stops the labelling equipment and a section of the production line.
OPERATING PROCEDURES PCU CONTROLS Enter Set-Up mode. Confirm values when changed. Exit a menu without saving (when used instead of Enter). Go backwards one step in the menu system for each press. Go to Previous/Next menu or item. The buttons also change the displayed value. Confirm change with Enter key.
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OPERATING PROCEDURES RESET: This LED indicates that RESET has been set, and that the system has been reset to start the process. ERROR: This LED indicates an error in the process (for example): No labels, No ribbon, Print head up, Print head overheated.
OPERATING PROCEDURES Label selection from the Front panel Label selection from the front panel is not password protected and a label stored in the printer memory can easily be selected by using the keys on the front panel. Follow the steps below: Step Action Display Shows...
OPERATING PROCEDURES CHANGE LABELS Load labels (1) Open the Print head with the lifting handle. (2) Remove hood. (3) Open the Peel roller. (4) Install a new roll of labels as shown in the threading diagrams, and insert the band of labels under the Print head (Inside rolled or outside rolled labels).
OPERATING PROCEDURES Label positioning CAUTION: Label positioning must always be performed after changing labels or ribbons. The label positioning procedure measures the label and stops it in a pre-set position on the dispensing beak. The stop position is set by the head distance and the feed length. Both the head distance and the feed length can be adjusted in the Setup program or via the PCU front panel.
OPERATING PROCEDURES Remove the empty label roll (1) Open the print head/pressure roller with the print head lifting handle (2) Open the peel roller. (3) Remove the empty label roll. (4) Open the locking mechanism with the lever. (5) Pull out the backing paper. (6) Carefully clean the print head/ pressure roller.
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OPERATING PROCEDURES Ribbon Take-Up Roll for used ribbon Ribbon Supply- Install the new ribbon roll here Label positioning can be executed in two ways depending on the setup. • Head close (default & recommended method). Close the print head and press the Enter button to feed and position the labels. •...
OPERATING PROCEDURES THREADING DIAGRAMS Labels on rolls Labels and Ribbon T50i Right hand printer Left hand printer Outside rolled labels Inside rolled labels Clarification EPT023558 Issue 1 February 2016 5-13...
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LABEL & RIBBON SELECTION PART 6: LABEL & RIBBON SELECTION CONTENTS Page SELECTION OF MEDIA/LABELS ............Print Labels ..................LABEL SELECTION OVERVIEW ............Label size ..................SELECTION OF RIBBON ..............Type of ribbon .................. Back coating ..................Ribbon selection overview ............... Ribbon width ..................
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SELECTION OF MEDIA/LABELS Domino recommends only using Domino approved media. Avoid thin or thick labels as they can be difficult to feed onto the applicator pad. Domino recommends that the gram weight of label stock should not be less than...
LABEL & RIBBON SELECTION SELECTION OF RIBBON Type of ribbon The type of ribbon to be selected is dependent on the label material to be used, as it is possible to obtain a ribbon to suit virtually any type of label material.
LABEL & RIBBON SELECTION Ribbon width The required width of the ribbon depends on the width of the label used and the text printed on the label. If the whole width (or almost the whole width) of the label is printed then use a ribbon as wide as the label, plus 2mm on each side.
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BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING PART 7: BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING CONTENTS Page CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....... 7-3 GENERAL CLEANING ............7-4 Clean the Label-gap sensor ..........7-4 Clean the Platen roller ............7-4 Clean the Ribbon take-up roller .......... 7-4 Clean the Applicator ............
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BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FREQUENCY DETAILS DAILY or when CLEANING changing Clean the exterior of the printer. Clean the print head. media rolls Clean the platen roller and ribbon take-up roller. (approx. 10 Clean the applicator/applicator blow box. mins) Clean the platen roller.
BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL CLEANING Clean the external casing of the machine with a lint-free cloth that has been immersed in warm soapy water and thoroughly squeezed out. WARNINGS: The machine must be electrically isolated and the compressed air supply switched off during any cleaning operation.
BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING Clean the Print head For optimum performance, clean the print head regularly after every roll of thermal transfer ribbon. CAUTIONS: Take care when handling or cleaning the print head. Remove any jewellery that may scratch the print head.
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BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING Ribbon back-coating and build-up Print head contamination from thermal transfer ribbon may occur in applications requiring high burn settings, high print head pressure, high speed or high volume. This contamination will build up on the print head elements, creating a barrier to the heat transformation required to produce high quality images.
BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING PRINT A TEST LABEL Printing a test label performs a test of the printer hardware. If a satisfactory test label is printed, you can be sure that the printer hardware is working (the printer communication will not be tested). Assist blow, Vacuum...
BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Printers Printer fails to print: POSSIBLE CAUSE Action The power / air supplies Check the power switches and air are not switched on valves The labels and ribbon are Check the label and ribbon are not correctly threaded mounted correctly A fuse has blown...
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BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING Labels do not stop at the correct position: POSSIBLE CAUSE Action Labels are slipping on the Clean all rollers thoroughly platen roller Label-gap sensor requires Calibrate sensor and labels calibration The peel roller is worn or Replace or repair damaged The platen roller is worn...
BASIC MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING The ribbon wrinkles POSSIBLE FAULT Action The ribbon is incorrectly Check the threading diagram threaded Too low friction on the Adjust the friction clutch ribbon supply spool The ribbon guide is not Adjust the position of the ribbon guide parallel with the ribbon Too wide ribbon compared Change to another ribbon width...
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