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Fromm FS325 Use And Maintenance Manual

Fromm FS325 Use And Maintenance Manual

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Fromm Holding AG
Hinterbergstrasse 26
6312 Steinhausen
Switzerland
Turntable - Mast
FS325
FS335 / FS380
FS2000
Use and Maintenance Manual
Translation of the original
EN
Rev.3 06/03/2024
CA2
CA4
CA6E
CA6
CA7

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  • Page 1 Turntable - Mast FS325 FS335 / FS380 FS2000 Use and Maintenance Manual Translation of the original Fromm Holding AG Hinterbergstrasse 26 6312 Steinhausen Switzerland CA6E Rev.3 06/03/2024...
  • Page 2 SUMMARY Rev.3 06/03/2024...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.5 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)........15 2.6 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ..............15 MACHINE DESCRIPTION 3.1 MANUFACTURER AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION DATA ....16 GENERAL DESCRIPTION............... 17 3.2.1 OPTIONAL COMBINATIONS AND CARRIAGE ......25 3.2.2 TABLE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ........... 26 3.2.2.1 DOOR WINDOW APPLICATION ..........26 3.2.2.2 CARRIAGE GUIDE (roll container) ..........29 Fromm...
  • Page 4 SUMMARY 3.3 ROLL-HOLDER CARRIAGE ..............30 3.3.1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT .............. 38 3.3.1.1 MESH ROLLER ................38 3.3.1.2 AUTOMATIC CUT ..............39 3.3.1.3 STRIP CUT ................. 40 3.3.1.4 STRIP TIGHTENER (MANUAL VERSION) ........42 3.3.1.5 STRIP TIGHTENER (AUTOMATIC VERSION) ......43 3.3.1.6 BUBBLE WRAP ................47 3.3.1.7 FILM COUPLING SYSTEM ............48 3.3.1.8 FILM CONSUMPTION COUNT ..........
  • Page 5 6.3.4 SAFETY SYSTEMS EFFICIENCY CHECK ......... 92 6.3.5 EMERGENCY BUTTONS OPERATIONAL CHECK ......92 MAINTENANCE GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ..............93 7.1.1 SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS ............... 94 7.1.2 CLEANING ..................94 7.2 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ............... 94 7.2.1 ACTIVE SAFETY DEVICES MAINTENANCE ........95 7.2.2 DAILY MAINTENANCE ..............96 7.2.3 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE ............96 7.2.4 SIX-MONTHLY MAINTENANCE ............ 99 Fromm...

  • Page 6: Out Of Service

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST OUT OF SERVICE 8.1 DISMANTLING, SCRAPPING AND DISPOSAL ........100 8.2 DISMANTLING ELECTRONIC PARTS (WEEE DIRECTIVE) ....100 Rev.3 06/03/2024...
  • Page 7 DE GESETZLICHER VERTRETER (ANGELO FORNI) PL PRZEDSTAWICIEL USTAWOWY (ANGELOFORNI) PRÁVNÍ ZÁSTUPCE (ANGELO FORNI) FR LE REPRÉSENTANT LÉGAL (ANGELO FORNI) LAILLINEN EDUSTAJA (ANGELO FORNI) DK DEN ADMINISTRERENDE DIREKTØR (ANGELO FORNI) ES EL REPRESENTANTE LEGAL (ANGELO FORNI) O REPRESENTANTE LEGAL (ANGELO FORNI) Fromm Holding AG Fromm...
  • Page 8 IN CONFORMITY WITH THE FOLLOWING LEGISLATIONS The supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulation 2008 & Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 AND DESIGNATED STANDARDS EN ISO 12100:2010 & EN 60204-1:2018 TRANSLATION OF ORIGINAL DECLARATION IN ITALIAN PLACE DATE: Steinhausen LEGAL REPRESENTATIVE (R.FROMM) Rev.3 06/03/2024...

  • Page 9: Foreword

    1.1.3 CONSULTING THE MANUAL This instruction manual is made up of: • COVER WITH MACHINE IDENTIFICATION • INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLAGE • INSTRUCTIONS AND/OR NOTES ON SAFETY USE OF THE PRODUCT • ATTACHMENTS Fromm...

  • Page 10: Copyright

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 1.1.4 COPYRIGHT This manual contains confidential industrial information belonging to MANUFACTURER. All rights are reserved and may be protected by copyright or other ownership laws and treaties. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means without explicit permission from MANUFACTURER.

  • Page 11: Symbols - Meaning And Use

    Indicates a hazard with the risk of danger to the machine or the product being processed. Failure to observe warnings marked by this symbol can lead to malfunction or damage to the machine. INFORMATION Indicates notes and advice for practical machine use in the different operating modes. Fromm...

  • Page 12: Who The Manual Is For

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST WHO THE MANUAL IS FOR MACHINE OPERATOR: Operator who, after an appropriate training course in the use of the machine, is able to make the simplest adjustments. MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN: Qualified technician able to operate the machine like the machine operator and work on the mechanical devices for adjustment, maintenance and repair.

  • Page 13: Safety

    +5°C to +40°C. • The machine must be used exclusively by qualified personnel. DANGER THE MACHINE MUST ONLY BE USED BY ONE OPERATOR AT A TIME, USE OF THE MACHINE BY 2 OR MORE OPERATORS AT THE SAME TIME IS FORBIDDEN. Fromm...

  • Page 14: Safety Signs

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST DANGER During all maintenance, repair or adjustment operations, IT IS OBLIGATORY TO TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO (0-OFF). If you need to conduct work inside the electrical panel, always turn off the voltage upstream the machine using the mains switch, as the terminal board is powered on even though the panel is open and the machine switch is set to “OFF”.
  • Page 15 - Pick-up point for lifting and handling with a fork lift truck. - It is obligatory to switch off the machine and remove the plug before starting any maintenance operations or repairs. - Danger of falling from the turntable. - Finger crushing hazard due to moving parts. Picture 1 Fromm...

  • Page 16: Warnings Of Residual Risks

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST WARNINGS OF RESIDUAL RISKS The machine has been designed and constructed in such a way as to » See Picture 2 - pag. 10 allow the operator to use it safely, eliminating or cutting down to the minimum the possible residual risks by the adoption of safety devices.
  • Page 17 If the air film coupling system (5) is present, observe the following precautions: IT IS FORBIDDEN to touch the electrostatic charging tips if the power supply is connected; IT IS FORBIDDEN to operate the electrostatic charge bar with wet hands. Picture 3 Fromm...

  • Page 18: Safety Devices

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST SAFETY DEVICES DANGER The machine has been designed and constructed to allow safe use in all the conditions intended by the manufacturer, isolating the moving parts and live components by the use of SAFETY GUARDS and SAFETY devices to stop the machine.

  • Page 19: Turntable Version With Transpallet Access

    A photocell (G) is located at the entrance to the transpallet access. » See Picture 5 - pag. 13 If this is obscured it prevents the machine from starting or stops it immediately if it is working. DANGER CHECK THE SAFETY PHOTOCELL BEFORE STARTING WORK. Picture 5 Fromm...

  • Page 20: Led (L) Indicating The Status Of The Machine (If Present)

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 2.4.2 LED (L) INDICATING THE STATUS OF THE MACHINE (IF PRESENT) SIGNAL DESCRIPTION STEADY awaiting wrapping GREEN FLASHING wrapping in progress GREEN FLASHING wrapping paused (STOP pressure or waiting for BLUE restart after cover) STEADY film breakage detected, in alarm E09 YELLOW...

  • Page 21: Personal Protective Equipment (Ppe)

    - Detailed indications regarding a specific operation to be carried out or the fault found. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE see COVER WITH MACHINE IDENTIFICATION Best performance of our machines can only be maintained and guaranteed if original spare parts are used. Fromm...

  • Page 22: Machine Description

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST MACHINE DESCRIPTION MANUFACTURER AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION DATA see COVER WITH MACHINE IDENTIFICATION The Identification plate, fixed to the machine chassis, shows the following information: - Manufacturer’s name and address - Machine type - Machine model - Serial number - Year of manufacture...

  • Page 23: General Description

    3) Roll holder carriage that moves vertically up and down; the vertical movement of the roll holder carriage, combined with the rotation of the table, wraps the product. 4) Electric panel, structure containing the main switch, the control pushbutton panel and the electrical components. Picture 8 Fromm...
  • Page 24 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST The standard machine must work in specific environmental conditions, as indicated in the par. “5.1 PERMITTED AMBIENT CONDITIONS” pag. For operation in special environmental conditions, the machine may be built with certain features: Freezer Machines built with special features for use in environments with low temperatures such as cold rooms (down to -30 °...
  • Page 25 The carriage can pre-stretch the film at a variable ratio which is set from the operator’s panel. Application tension is manually. Adjusted and controlled by a sensor which measures its value. For specific information on the carriages, see par. “3.3 ROLL- HOLDER CARRIAGE” pag. 30. Fromm...
  • Page 26 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST Mechanical brake Electric brake carriage carriage Fixed pre-stretch Fixed pre-stretch carriage with carriage with two rollers three rollers (one motor) / (one motor) Variable pre-stretch carriage with three rollers (two motors) Picture 9 - Wrapping carriages available Rev.3 06/03/2024...
  • Page 27 • Base with weighing (D) that allows the product on the plate to be weighed through the loading cells. • Base with transpallet and weighing compartment (E) that allows loading using a forklift by entering the base compartment, climbing a small distance and weighing the products on the plate. Picture 10 Fromm...
  • Page 28 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST The following optional units can be supplied on request: 1) Lifting frame that raises the machine off the ground. Allows the table to be loaded using a forklift (electric transpallet) allowing the front wheels to enter under the machine. Picture 11 Rev.3 06/03/2024...
  • Page 29 (manual or electric transpallet) to place pallets directly onto the turntable. 3) Presser unit: is a device that clamps the product on the pallet from above. This device is useful when the product on the pallet is unstable. Picture 12 Fromm...
  • Page 30 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 4) The mobile presser is a device that blocks the product to be palletised from above. It is useful when the product is unstable and very high so it does not interfere during the product loading phase.

  • Page 31: Optional Combinations And Carriage

    MACHINE DESCRIPTION 3.2.1 OPTIONAL COMBINATIONS AND CARRIAGE FS325 FS335 / FS380 FS2000 Mechanical brake carriage Electric brake carriage Fixed pre-stretch carriage with two rollers (one motor) Fixed pre-stretch carriage with three rollers (one motor) Variable pre-stretch carriage with three rollers...

  • Page 32: Door Window Application

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 3.2.2 TABLE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 3.2.2.1 DOOR WINDOW APPLICATION This optional device is for packaging doors, shutters, windows, all thin objects and those with low weight, manually loading the product in the containment grippers. Version with grippers on the plate Manually position the product to be wrapped above the profile located on the turntable (1), after setting the width of the product to be...
  • Page 33 Version with roller unit on the plate Before starting, check the position of the support pins (6) based on the dimensions of the product to be wrapped. If necessary, move them, loosening the screw (7) and then tighten it in the desired position. Picture 15 Fromm...
  • Page 34 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST Slide the product to be wrapped above the roller (8) located on the turntable (1) and position it in the middle of the pins (6). The operator must keep the product still and press the pedal (9) to raise the lifter (10), then press the pedal (4) and to lower the upper grippers (5) and lock the product in place.

  • Page 35: Carriage Guide (Roll Container)

    (2). WARNING Using this system requires a very low rotation speed of the turntable (4) and a very low film tension to prevent the carriage (1) from escaping from the guides (2). Picture 17 Fromm...

  • Page 36: Roll-Holder Carriage

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST ROLL-HOLDER CARRIAGE Mechanical brake carriage With this carriage version, the application tension of the film on the » See Picture 18 - pag. 30 pallet can be adjusted. The mechanical brake carriage consists of an idle rubberised roller (1) and a roller (2), equipped with a mechanical brake.

  • Page 37: Electric Brake Carriage

    (A), the symbol with the triangles identifies the side of the film to which the bonding agent (if present) is applied. • Diagram (A) is also attached to the carriage. • Reset the alarm and re-enable the machine. Clockwise plate rotation Anti-clockwise plate rotation Picture 19 Fromm...

  • Page 38: Fixed Pre-Stretch Carriage With Two Rollers (One Motor)

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST Fixed pre-stretch carriage with two rollers (one motor) With this carriage version, the application tension of the fi lm on the pallet. » See Picture 20 - pag. 33 This carriage can pre-stretch the fi lm according to fi xed ratios determined by interchangeable gears.
  • Page 39 (4) and behind the last idle roller (5). Now, and in this order, use one hand to press the dispenser button (6) and your other hand to pull the fi lm. Clockwise plate rotation Anti-clockwise plate rotation Picture 20 Fromm...

  • Page 40: Fixed Pre-Stretch Carriage With Three Rollers (One Motor)

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST Fixed pre-stretch carriage with three rollers (one motor) With this carriage version, the application tension of the film on the » See Picture 21 - pag. 35 pallet. This carriage can pre-stretch the film according to fixed ratios determined by interchangeable gears.
  • Page 41 (if present). • Diagram (A) is also attached to the carriage. • Close the door making sure it is correctly secured. • Reset the alarm and re-enable the machine. Clockwise plate rotation Anti-clockwise plate rotation Picture 21 Fromm...

  • Page 42: Variable Pre-Stretch Carriage With Three Rollers (Two Motors)

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST Variable pre-stretch carriage with three rollers (two motors) With this carriage version, the tension with which the filmis applied to » See Picture 22 - pag. 37 the pallet. This carriage allows pre-stretching the film. Pre-stretch value can be set between 120% and 400%.
  • Page 43 (if present). • Diagram (A) is also attached to the carriage. • Close the door making sure it is correctly secured. • Reset the alarm and re-enable the machine. Clockwise plate rotation Anti-clockwise plate rotation Picture 22 Fromm...

  • Page 44: Optional Equipment

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 3.3.1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 3.3.1.1 MESH ROLLER The mesh roller allows the products to be wrapped using rolls of polyethylene mesh (1). This material is highly indicated for wrapping products that need ventilation. Ventilation is ensured even with a high number of layers necessary to ensure product stability.

  • Page 45: Automatic Cut

    F28, after which is blocks the rollers again, causing the film to break. WARNING The optional AUTOMATIC CUTTER and STRIP CUTTER cannot be installed on the machine at the same time; one installation excludes the other. Picture 24 Fromm...

  • Page 46: Strip Cut

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 3.3.1.3 STRIP CUT The strip cutting device can cut the film in 3, 4, or 5 strips, used to stabilize products that need air (e.g., flowers, fruit, etc.) using a common stretch film. The frame (1) has 2, 3, or 4 blades (2) that cut the film in the position of the convex wheels (3) that keep the stretch film strips separated.
  • Page 47 (F66 = 1). WARNING The optional AUTOMATIC CUTTER and STRIP CUTTER cannot be installed on the machine at the same time; one installation excludes the other. Fromm...

  • Page 48: Strip Tightener (Manual Version)

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 3.3.1.4 STRIP TIGHTENER (MANUAL VERSION) The manual strip tightener (1) reduces the width of the film to one string and reinforces binding of the product. It can also be installed later, attaching it as in the image below. The device is comprised of a frame (2) in which the grooved wheel (4) slides, with the help of a lever (3), reducing the width of the stretch film.

  • Page 49: Strip Tightener (Automatic Version)

    MACHINE DESCRIPTION 3.3.1.5 STRIP TIGHTENER (AUTOMATIC VERSION) The automatic strip tightener reduces the width of the film to one string and reinforces binding of the product. SINGLE AUTOMATIC STRIP TIGHTENER DOUBLE AUTOMATIC STRIP TIGHTENER Picture 27 Fromm...
  • Page 50 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST The device is made up of a frame (1) with a chain ring (2) controlled by a gear motor (3). The same frame has an idle roller (4) that forces the film to follow a certain path; see diagram (A). Attached to the chain (2) is a grooved idle wheel (6) (or two in the case of a double strip tightener).
  • Page 51 - Exclude (F37=0) or include the device for the entire descent of the - Exclude (F36=0) or include the device and choose the number of carriage (F37=1); turns X at the top of the product (F36=X). - Exclude (F37=0) or include the device for the entire descent of the carriage (F37=1); Fromm...
  • Page 52 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST depending on the model, the following additional options may be available: F37=2: include the device only during the reinforcement turns*, F35=3: include the device throughout the descent excluding the reinforcement turns* during which the film remains ope. - Exclude (F38=0) or include the device at the end of the cycle and choose the number of turns X at the base of the product (F38=X).

  • Page 53: Bubble Wrap

    MACHINE DESCRIPTION 3.3.1.6 BUBBLE WRAP This option is used to ensure greater protection of the product. A carriage (1) is added that holds the roll of bubble wrap that is applied between the product and the stretch film. Picture 30 Fromm...

  • Page 54: Film Coupling System

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST AEOLUS 3.3.1.7 FILM COUPLING SYSTEM Through the use of this accessory, the initial fixing phases of the stretch film and final cutting are performed by the machine. The accessory, supplied already assembled on the pre-stretch carriage, includes: •...
  • Page 55 When the rotation to start the wrapping starts, at least one turn of film is deposited on the product. Continuing the wrapping, this new layer overlays the first one, improving its adhesion and overall tightness. Picture 32 Fromm...
  • Page 56 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST During this phase, to optimise the system, it is possible to adjust the duration, extraction speed, and duration of the air blow through the F41-F46 functions, which must in any case persist during the first rotation phase.

  • Page 57: Rotation Sequence

    This operation fixes the two film edges more solidly. Subsequently, the wrapping cycle can proceed according to the programmed parameters. Fromm...
  • Page 58 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST FILM REEL LOADING The following procedure is specific to machines with optional film coupling system. The detailed and specific operation for a particular carriage is described in the reel carriage manual. A) Move the carriage to the low position to facilitate insertion of the reel;...
  • Page 59 MACHINE DESCRIPTION Picture 33 Fromm...

  • Page 60: Film Consumption Count

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 3.3.1.8 FILM CONSUMPTION COUNT The count calculates the consumption of the stretch film that is used to wrap each product, expressed in grams or meters. Depending on the carriage being used, it may be necessary to add the optional elements, installing a cam (1) and sensor (2) to count the rotations of the roller that is in contact with the film being processed by the carriage.

  • Page 61: Intended Use - Proper Use - Purpose

    Use a perforated film if the wrapped products require ventilation otherwise they will generate condensation (fresh organic products: fruit, vegetables, plants, etc...). Use a blackout film for the protection of light-sensitive products. Use an antistatic film where electrostatic charges may be harmful to the product. Fromm...
  • Page 62 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST Max. dimension of the Product to be wrapped Base version 2200 2450 2700 3200 3500 3900 Ø W (kg) 1500 1200 1650 1200 1000 1200 1200 Standard 1800 2200 2450 2700 3200 3500 3900 2000...

  • Page 63: Unintended And Unauthorised Use - Foreseeable And

    - NEVER start the work cycle if the load is not centred properly on the turntable. - NEVER start the work cycle if the product loaded is tied outside the machine. - NEVER use the machine outdoors or under not permitted environmental conditions. Fromm...

  • Page 64: Technical Data And Noise

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST TECHNICAL DATA AND NOISE - Overall dimensions See Picture 36 - pag. 59 - Net weight of machine body 350 kg - Supply voltage 230 Volt - Frequency 50/60 Hz - Phases (single-phase + neutral + earth) - Nominal current 10 A...

  • Page 65: Machine Dimensions

    3050 3400 PRESSER DIMENSIONS 2450 2700 3000 3300 3700 2450 2700 3000 3300 3700 2450 2700 3000 3300 3700 2650 2950 3250 3550 3950 2050 2300 2600 2900 3300 500 2050 2300 2600 2900 3300 OPTIONAL OPTIONAL Picture 36 Fromm...

  • Page 66: Work And Control Stations

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST WORK AND CONTROL STATIONS STATION A - Control area » See Picture 37 - pag. 61 » See Picture 38 - pag. 61 The operator must be at this station when the machine is carrying out a wrapping cycle.
  • Page 67 DANGER IT IS FORBIDDEN TO CROSS THE CENTRAL MACHINE AREA MARKED AS “D”. MACHINE “STANDARD” VERSION Clockwise plate rotation Anti-clockwise plate rotation Picture 37 MACHINE “RIGHT” VERSION Anti-clockwise plate rotation Clockwise plate rotation Picture 38 Fromm...

  • Page 68: Transport-Handling-Storage

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST TRANSPORT-HANDLING-STORAGE PACKING AND UNPACKING The machine may be shipped in different ways depending on the transport requirements: - Machine on a wooden pallet and protected by transparent plastic wrapping. - Machine packed in a wooden crate of suitable dimensions. - Machine on wooden base and protected by a cage of wooden crossbars.

  • Page 69: Transporting And Handling The Packed Machine

    ALWAYS CHECK BEFORE ANY OPERATION THAT THERE ARE NO EXPOSED PERSONS IN HAZARDOUS ZONES (IN THIS CASE THE ENTIRE ZONE AROUND THE MACHINE PARTS IS TO BE CONSIDERED A HAZARDOUS ZONE). Package dimensions: 2900x2000x550 mm Package weight: 600 kg * STD machine Picture 39 Fromm...

  • Page 70: Transporting And Handling The Unpacked Machine

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST TRANSPORTING AND HANDLING THE UNPACKED MACHINE • Free the machine from the packaging as shown in the figure. » See Picture 40 - pag. 64 • Carefully insert the forks of the forklift into the rails (A), marked with the pictogram (B), to the maximum possible depth.
  • Page 71 » See Picture 41 - pag. 65 with the pictogram (B), to the maximum possible depth. • Lift and transport the machine. Net weight: 500 kg Picture 41 WARNING The machine with low profile base cannot be moved when assembled. Picture 42 Fromm...

  • Page 72: Storage Of Packed And Unpacked Machine

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST STORAGE OF PACKED AND UNPACKED MACHINE In the event of long periods of inactivity, the customer must check the place where the machine is positioned and depending on the type of packaging (crate, container, etc.), ensure that the storage conditions are suitable.

  • Page 73: Installation

    Useful altitude not exceeding 1000 meters above sea level. Lighting: Minimum necessary and indispensable illumination: 300-500 lux. DANGER The standard machine is not designed or set up for operation in places with an explosive atmosphere or risk of fire. Fromm...

  • Page 74: Use And Maintenance Clearances

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST USE AND MAINTENANCE CLEARANCES The largest free space must be provided on the side of the turntable » See Picture 43 - pag. 68 used for loading and unloading, there must also be sufficient space for movement of forklift trucks or other equipment necessary for maintenance work and for loading the rolls of film.

  • Page 75: Positioning The Machine

    No particular preparation is required for the surface on which the machine is to stand. The surface must be smooth and flat in all directions (maximum slope 1%) and solid enough to support the fully- laden weight of the machine. Reposition the base column and assemble the parts removed. Fromm...
  • Page 76 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST REPOSITIONING THE BASE COLUMN » See Picture 44 - pag. 70 A) Identify the supplied screws for fixing the base column. DANGER The lifting of the column should be carried out using a suitable lifting device (1), fixed to the eyebolt on the column.
  • Page 77 B) Partially tighten the screws (1) with the washers (2) in the holes/ inserts (3) leaving 5-10 mm of space between the washer and the insert. Picture 45 DANGER Two people are needed to lift the carriage if it weighs over 25 kg. Fromm...
  • Page 78 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST C) Lift the carriage (4) and hook it to the support (5), inserting the screws in the shaped holes (6) (figure A). » See Picture 46 - pag. 72 D) Lower the carriage to bring the screws to the end of the slot (6) (figure B).
  • Page 79 » See Picture 47 - pag. 73 A) Get the provided screws. B) Lift the complete arm (1) up to the attachment (2), tighten and secure the screws (3). C) Connect the cable (4) to the connector (5). Picture 47 Fromm...
  • Page 80 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST FIXING TO THE FLOOR A) Make holes in the floor at point (1-2-3-4), drilling through the » See Picture 48 - pag. 74 holes in the machine base. B) Insert steel anchors and tighten. Picture 48 Rev.3 06/03/2024...

  • Page 81: Low Profile Machine

    C) Insert the steel anchors and tighten. D) Position the ramp (5) in correspondence with the holes and attach it using the screws (6). If there are several ramps, repeat the operation for each one. Picture 50 Fromm...

  • Page 82: Transpallet Machine

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 5.3.3 TRANSPALLET MACHINE FIXING THE TRANSPALLET MACHINE TO THE GROUND » See Picture 51 - pag. 76 A) Dismantle the four safety covers (1-2-3-4). B) Make the holes in the floor at the points (5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12) drilling through the holes in the machine base.
  • Page 83 A) Remove the casings (1) and (2). B) Position the ramp (3) in the open side of the base (4). C) Tighten and lock the screws (5). D) Connect the connector (6) to the sensor (7). E) Replace the casings (1) and (2). Picture 52 Fromm...
  • Page 84 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST To install the ramp on a different side or to move it, proceed as follows: A) Remove the casings (1) and (2). » See Picture 53 - pag. 78 B) Disconnect the connector (6) from the sensor (7). C) Remove the screws (5) and detach the ramp (3) from the base (4).
  • Page 85 (10), and attach it using the same screws (13). Picture 54 - I - for front position - II - for right position » See Picture 55 - pag. 79 - III - for left position Picture 55 Fromm...
  • Page 86 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST MOUNTING THE RAMPS (OPTIONAL) The ramp can be mounted on three sides of the base. » See Picture 56 - pag. 80 To mount the ramp, proceed as follows: A) Partially tighten the screw (1) in the base and snap the ramp slot from the top to the bottom.

  • Page 87: Machine Recessed Into The Floor (With Frame)

    (C3) in the free space between the round plate and the walled frame, the distance between the turntable and sections must be adjusted to 2 ÷ 5 mm (max). The completed assembly is shown in (D). Picture 57 Fromm...

  • Page 88: Machine Recessed Into The Floor (Without Frame)

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 5.3.5 MACHINE RECESSED INTO THE FLOOR (WITHOUT FRAME) Before assembling the machine, create the recessed area following the » See Picture 58 - pag. 82 diagram representing the reference hole (A). Position the machine (1) inside the hole (see B) and centre it, distributing the space in equal measure between the sides (25 mm) (see C).
  • Page 89 (3) around the plate (4) leaving a distance of ~5 mm from the plate itself. If needed, correct the position of the machine (1) inside the hole to properly position the sections (2) and (3). 5 (M6) 5 (M6) Picture 59 Fromm...
  • Page 90 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST Remove the sections and attach the machine to the ground using the holes. Picture 60 Replace the sections (2) and (3), positioning them according to the previous instructions, 5 mm from the turntable; drill and M6 thread the base in correspondence of the holes (5) and attach the sections with a HSHC M6 screw.

  • Page 91: Machine With Weighing Base

    THEM. THE ACCURACY OF THIS OPERATION PREVENTS VIBRATIONS OR NOISES AND ENSURES GREATER RIGIDITY OF THE MACHINE AND ACCURATE WEIGHING. Drill holes in the floor, at points (1-2-3-4-5-6), passing through the holes in the plates (A and B). Insert the steel anchors and tighten. Picture 62 Fromm...

  • Page 92: Machine With Transpallet

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 5.3.7 MACHINE WITH TRANSPALLET AND WEIGHING BASE The turntable (1) on this machine is made up of a plate and a counter- plate with the following inside: - loading cells (2) - transmitter to the scale (3) - batteries (4) - switch to turn on the module (5) - battery charger port (6)

  • Page 93: Electrical Connection

    ANY FAULTS OR ANOMALIES IN THE EARTH CIRCUIT CONNECTED TO THE MACHINE CAN, IN THE EVENT OF BREAKDOWN, LEAD TO THE OPERATOR SUFFERING ELECTRIC SHOCK WITH THE CONSEQUENT RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY TO THEIR HEALTH. Picture 64 Fromm...

  • Page 94: Starting Up The Machine

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST STARTING UP THE MACHINE ELECTRICAL PANEL 1) Main switch Switches the machine on and off, cutting off the mains power supply. 2) Reset button Provides power to the auxiliary circuits, has to be pressed after switching on or after the emergency button has been pressed.

  • Page 95: Instructions For Use

    E) set the operating cycle from the control panel F) press the START button (A) on the operator terminal; G) After wrapping, manually cut the film and fix it to the pallet; H) the pallet can now be unloaded. Fromm...

  • Page 96: Machine Start-Up Via Remote Control/Radio Remote

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 6.2.3 MACHINE START-UP VIA REMOTE CONTROL/ RADIO REMOTE CONTROL (OPTIONAL) The infra-red remote control or radio remote control (1) are used to start and stop the work cycle of the machine remotely. The infra-red remote control or radio remote control (1) are used to In the case of the infra-red remote control, it must be pointed towards start and stop the work cycle of the machine remotely.

  • Page 97: Machine Stop

    The machine is equipped with an emergency pushbutton (8). Pressing » See Picture 67 - pag. 91 the pushbutton, the machine will stop immediately. To restart the machine it is necessary to turn the pushbutton to rearm and press the button to reactivate the control panel. Picture 67 Fromm...

  • Page 98: Safety Systems Efficiency Check

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 6.3.4 SAFETY SYSTEMS EFFICIENCY CHECK This section contains a description of the actions the operator must take to test the efficiency of the safety systems, before starting up production. DANGER THIS PROCEDURE CAN BE OPERATED ONLY BY A GRADE 2 QUALIFIED MAINTENANCE ENGINEER.

  • Page 99: Maintenance

    - Use only original materials when repairing the machine in order to ensure the safety of the machine in any case. The tools available must be suitable for the task to be done. Never use any tool or equipment for a purpose other than that for which they were made. Fromm...

  • Page 100: Special Precautions

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 7.1.1 SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS When performing maintenance or repair operations, observe the following: - Before starting work, post a sign “MACHINE UNDER MAINTENANCE” in a well visible position. - Do not use solvents or flammable materials. - Take care not to pollute the environment with cooling lubricants.

  • Page 101: Active Safety Devices Maintenance

    » See Picture 69 - pag. 95 Clean out the crush-protection safety devices with a jet of dry air. Check that the carriage bottom plate (A) are working properly. Make sure also that there are no foreign bodies in the crevices (C). Picture 69 Fromm...

  • Page 102: Daily Maintenance

    Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST 7.2.2 DAILY MAINTENANCE Cleaning. Carefully eliminate all traces of dirt on all the machine surfaces. Use a clean damp cloth. Clean the photocells with a clean soft cloth. 7.2.3 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE Check the tension of the chain driving the turntable as follows: »...
  • Page 103 K) slide the support (8) towards the machine column; L) tighten the screws (7) and retension the chain as described in points f) and g); M) refit the guard (2) and secure it with the screws (1). Picture 71 Fromm...
  • Page 104 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST Adjusting the friction wheels » See Picture 72 - pag. 98 To check and adjust the preload of the friction (driving) wheels (5), proceed as follows: A) Unscrew the screws (1). B) Remove the guard (2). C) Loosen the screw (3) and nut (4) until the friction wheel (5) pressure is released, remove the nut (7) and screw (8).

  • Page 105: Six-Monthly Maintenance

    (3), placed on the head of the column. C) The pulley is then adjusted along the slot, once it reaches the correct chain tension, tighten the lock nut (2). D) Replace the motor cover (1) and secure with the screws. Picture 73 Fromm...
  • Page 106 Use and Maintenance Manual | TURNTABLE - MAST OUT OF SERVICE DISMANTLING, SCRAPPING AND DISPOSAL DANGER IF THE MACHINE OR ITS COMPONENTS ARE FOUND TO BE NO LONGER SERVICEABLE OR REPAIRABLE BECAUSE THEY ARE BROKEN, WORN OR HAVE COME TO THE END OF THEIR WORKING LIFE, THEY MUST BE DEMOLISHED.
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