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LM4012
AUTOMATIC LABEL APPLICATOR
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Manufactured in USA by:
LabelMill, Inc.
2416 Jackson St.
Savanna, IL 61074
(800) 273-4707
info@labelmill.com
www.labelmill.com

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  • Page 1 LM4012 AUTOMATIC LABEL APPLICATOR OPERATIONS MANUAL Manufactured in USA by: LabelMill, Inc. 2416 Jackson St. Savanna, IL 61074 (800) 273-4707 info@labelmill.com www.labelmill.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1. APPLICATOR OVERVIEW Introduction General Applicator Specifications Inventory List User Responsibility/Safety 2. WEBBING, SETUP AND GENERAL OPERATION LM4012 Component Description Web Routing (Synchronous Feed Module) Web Routing (Tamp Module)

  • Page 3: Applicator Overview

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SECTION 1 APPLICATOR OVERVIEW Description Page Introduction General Applicator Specifications Inventory List User Responsibility & Safety Page Made in the U.S.A. © 2023 LabelMill 12/01/2023 Model LM4012...

  • Page 4: Specifications

    The microprocessor controls the hybrid servomotor for accurate and consistent label placement. The Model LM4012 uses a HLI-200 (Hand Held Labeler Interface) with touch screen display and for ease of set-up to include label feed speed (IPM), product delay, batch count, total count, tamp duration and more.

  • Page 5: Inventory List

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL INVENTORY LIST Description Applicator Assembly 12-½” Dia. Blue Plastic Spools w/ Quick Release Collar 7-¾” Dia. Take-Up Spool ½” – 13 Bolts w/ Washers 10’ Power Cord Product Switch (Manual Limit Switch/Photo Eye Switch as Specified)

  • Page 6: User Responsibility

    This equipment or any of its parts should not be altered without the prior written approval of LabelMill. The user of this equipment shall have the sole responsibility for any malfunctions which results from improper use, faulty maintenance, damage, improper repair or alteration by anyone other than LabelMill, or a service facility designated by LabelMill.

  • Page 7: Webbing, Setup And General Operation

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SECTION 2 WEBBING, SETUP & GENERAL OPERATION Description Page LM4012 Component Description Web Routing (Synchronous Feed Configuration) Web Routing (Tamp Configuration) Label Sensor Position Adjustment Label Sensor Calibration 12, 13 Optional Mechanical Label Sensor...

  • Page 8: Component Description

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL COMPONENT DESCRIPTION NOTE: LM4012 SYNCHRONOUS FEED CONFIGURATION (LEFT HAND) SHOWN FOR REFERENCE ONLY Brake Arm Control Box (Behind Plate) U-Arm Label Storage Spool Low Label Sensor Guide Roller (Optional) Web Take- Up Spool Take-Up Spool Clip...

  • Page 9: Web Routing (Synchronous Feed Module)

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL WEB ROUTING (Right Hand - Synchronous Feed Configuration) Step Operation Load web onto label storage spool so it unloads in a clockwise direction. Feed the web to the right and under the idle roller(B).

  • Page 10: Web Routing (Tamp Module)

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL WEB ROUTING (Right Hand -Tamp Configuration) Step Operation Load web onto label storage spool so it unloads in a clockwise direction. Feed the web to the right and under idle roller (B). Feed the web up and over brake arm roller (C).

  • Page 11: Label Sensor Position Adjustment

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL LABEL SENSOR POSITION ADJUSTMENT (Synchronous Feed Configuration Shown) Peeler Label Sensor The label web must be fed through the label sensor slot to detect the label. Once the system is webbed with labels, loosen the thumbscrew that mounts the label sensor, and slide it into the web.
  • Page 12 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Z-Z-ELS100 LABEL SENSOR CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS Quick Start Setup 1. Ensure the cable is secured to the sensor and plugged into the “Label Sensor” port on the control box. The LED light will illuminate RED or GREEN if the sensor has power.
  • Page 13 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Alternative Electronic Sensor Option Teach Mode Setup Procedure: 1. Place the web liner in the sensor (remove a label or use the label gap). Press the [+] and [-] buttons at the same time for less than one second.
  • Page 14 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL OPTIONAL MECHANICAL LABEL DETECTOR Storage Spool Mechanical Clear Label Detector Adjusting Nuts Lock Screw Star Wheel The Mechanical Label Detector comes preset from the factory and should require no adjustment. If there is a need to readjust the sensor, the following is a guide: Move the label stock until the gap between the labels are centered under the Star Wheel and the star wheel is laying flat on the label stock as shown above.
  • Page 15 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL OPTIONAL ELECTRONIC CLEAR LABEL DETECTOR (ECLD) Quick Start Setup 1. Ensure the cable is secured to the sensor and plugged into the “Label Sensor” port on the control box. 2. The Label web must remain in contact with the stainless-steel gap plate during calibration.
  • Page 16 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ALTERNATIVE CLEAR LABEL SENSOR OPTION Description The Z-Z-ELC300 Label Sensor uses capacitive technology to sense label edges for registration, counting, splice detection or other applications. Capacitive technology provides the fastest and most accurate edge detection method available.

  • Page 17: Drive Motor Pack Assembly

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL LM4012 DRIVE MOTOR PACK ASSEMBLY Item # Part # Description GB-F-A0010 Drive Motor Assy w/ Cable & Connector CC-F-A0012 Take-Up Assembly A-F-A0013 Pinch Assembly Z-Z-M110 Belt Z-Z-M180 Belt Page Made in the U.S.A. © 2023 LabelMill...
  • Page 18 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ADJUSTING THE WEB TENSION If the web tension becomes too loose or too tight, adjustment of the clutch may be required. To adjust the clutch, remove the motor pack cover plate by removing the (2) cap head bolts.
  • Page 19 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL T-150 Heavy Duty Mobile Stand w/ Locking Casters Page Made in the U.S.A. © 2023 LabelMill 12/01/2023 Model LM4012...

  • Page 20: T-Standadjustment

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL T-StandAdjustment To adjust the T-150 mounting stand, simply loosen the headlocks and adjust to the desired height by turning the column crank. Be sure to lock the headlocks when finished. Column Crank Column Lock Page Made in the U.S.A.
  • Page 21 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Optional Adjustment Kits for T-Stand The T-400HK (Horizontal Adjustment Kit) and T-400HK-X (Cross-feed Adjustment Kit) are optional add-ons for making fine adjustments to the position of the label application, when mounted to the T-150 stand.

  • Page 22: Setup And Adjustment

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SECTION 3 SETUP & ADJUSTMENT DESCRIPTION PAGE Quick Start Setup of Key Features Synchronous Feed (Wipe-On Assembly) Valve Pack Tamp Assembly & Setup Smart Tamp Assembly & Setup Tamp Blow Assembly & Setup Flag Assembly & Setup Page Made in the U.S.A.
  • Page 23 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL QUICK START GENERAL SETUP INITIAL MANUAL SETUP 1. Inspect applicator system and verify all cables are installed properly. 2. Web system with labels. 3. Turn power switch on and connect air supply. 4. Select “PROGRAM” key on HLI-200 input device.

  • Page 24: Setup Of Key Features

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SETUP OF KEY FEATURES PRODUCT DELAY PRODUCT DELAY (in the Product Sensor Menu) is used to electronically move the placement of the label on the product. Product delay will move the label placement in time (00.000). Because the product delay feature utilizes time, the speed of the product MUST be constant and consistent.
  • Page 25 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Synchronous Feed Assembly & Factory Setup Peeler Arm Mounting Screw Peeler Plate Peeler Plate Adjustment (used to adjust tracking) 1. Loosen the mounting screws and slide the peeler plate in the direction needed to make the label web track in the desired direction.

  • Page 26: Valve Pack

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL VALVE PACK (Not Included in Synchronous Feed Configuration) There is solenoid valves associated with applicators using pneumatics. They are supplied with pre-wired cables that connect to the necessary components. There is an adjustment for airflow for each valve. This will change the rate at which air will flow through each valve.

  • Page 27: Tamp Assembly & Setup

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Tamp Assembly & Factory Setup NOTE: PICTURES SHOWN MAY NOT RESEMBLE YOUR MODEL Hinge Thumbscrew Tamp Pad Peeler Plate Air Assist Tube Tamp pad adjustment 1. To adjust the tamp pad in relationship to the peeler plate in the horizontal plain, loosen the (2) button- head screws and move the peeler plate forward or backward in the slots.

  • Page 28: Smart Tamp Assembly & Setup

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Smart Tamp Assembly& Factory Setup An optional Smart Tamp upgrade may be added to the pneumatic linear tamp slide assembly to assist in applying labels at varying distances. The Smart Tamp upgrade features a compression assembly near that tamp pad that will sense when the product has been contacted, and will automatically retract the tamp slide (overriding the programmed tamp duration setting).

  • Page 29: Tamp Blow Assembly & Setup

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Tamp-Blow Assembly & Factory Setup An optional Tamp-Blow upgrade may be added to a pneumatic tamp system, to assist in applying labels to curved surfaces, or to apply a label to a product without contacting it with the tamp pad. When a system is equipped with the tamp-blow option, a burst of air will blow from the tamp pad once the programmed tamp duration has expired.

  • Page 30: Flag Assembly & Setup

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Flag Assembly & Factory Setup NOTE: PICTURES SHOWN MAY NOT RESEMBLE YOUR MODEL Shaft Collars Cylinder Mounting Plate Flag Assembly Peeler plate Label jaws Air assist tube Label jaw to peeler plate clearance and maximum cylinder travel...

  • Page 31: Programming And Control Operation

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SECTION 4 PROGRAMMING AND CONTROL OPERATION DESCRIPTION PAGE Hand Held Labeler Interface (HLI-200) Control Accessory Connections Programming System Editor & Programming Menus 35-74 Input & Output Description Logic Board 76-78 Page Made in the U.S.A.

  • Page 32: Touch Screen Display

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL HAND HELD LABELER INTERFACE HLI-200 The HLI-200 is a touch screen interface used to display the current system status, clear system faults, and edit the system parameters. The interface cable connects the HLI-200 directly to the system control box and allows for the interface to be removed from the holster mount for easy, remote access to control the applicator system.

  • Page 33: Accessory Connections

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS LOCATED ON BACK OF LABELER CONTROL ENCLOSURE ROUND MODULE / AUX 2 (OPTIONAL) E-STOP / AUX 2 (OPTIONAL) DRIVE MOTOR LOW LABEL & WARNING LOW LABEL & WARNING LIGHT KIT / AUX...
  • Page 34 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL PROGRAMMING All programming is performed via the HLI-200 keypad and display. All programmed settings are backed in nonvolatile memory and are not lost when the unit is powered off. Upon power up of the control, the screen will display MODEL NUMBER & REVISION of the HLI-200 and then the MODEL NUMBER &...
  • Page 35 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SYSTEM EDITOR Press the "Program" button from the main run mode screen to enter the system editor. Here you will find the following options: I/O Panel - Press to enter I/O Screen Toggle Outputs - Press to enter the menu to test...

  • Page 36: System Programming

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SYSTEM PROGRAMMING I/O PANEL Displays the current status of the system inputs and outputs. X = On 0 = Off A “green” character represents a signal that is currently in an “On” state, while a “grey”...
  • Page 37 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Toggle Outputs The TOGGLE OUTPUTS menu can be used to manually test the individual system outputs from the HLI-200 input device. Before you can advance to the outputs, the system cycle must be disabled by selecting “YES” on the touch screen.
  • Page 38 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL COUNTERS Used to reset the internal counters of the control or set the batch counter parameters. PROGRAMMABLE BLOCKS: BATCH PRESET - Used to set Batch Counter. Once reached, the applicator will Inhibit. CLEAR BATCH CTR - Used to clear the programmed batch counter.

  • Page 39: Job Storage

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL JOB STORAGE Use to store frequently used settings pertaining to different labeling jobs (recipes). Up to (6) jobs can be stored & recalled. PROGRAMMABLE BLOCKS: Load Defaults – Reverts system parameters back to factory defaults Restore A Job –...

  • Page 40: Show Config

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SHOW CONFIG Lists all of the current programmed system parameters. Page Made in the U.S.A. © 2023 LabelMill 12/01/2023 Model LM4012...

  • Page 41: Configuration Menu

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL CONFIGURATION MENU The Configuration Menu is used to enter the programmable system parameters. Any changes made the system parameters will take effect immediately, allowing an operator to “dial in” the system for the current application. Once all parameters have been adjusted, the operator must either press the “Save”...
  • Page 42 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL PRODUCT SENSOR MENU A Product Sensor is an external device that when “activated” starts the application cycle. Most label applicator systems are provided with an external device (i.e., photo eye) or a trigger cable.

  • Page 43: Product Delay

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL PRODUCT DELAY Delays the cycle start (x) seconds after the sensor has been activated. When programmed, the system will delay the start of the application cycle until the programmed Product Delay timer has expired. This feature is used to adjust the placement of the label on a moving product.

  • Page 44: Trigger Edge

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL TRIGGER EDGE Designates whether the product sensor is activated at the leading or trailing edge of trigger input signal. When set to “Leading” the application cycle (beginning with the programmed product delay) will start when a trigger input is received. When set to “Trailing” the application cycle will start only after a trigger is received (“ON”), and has then been removed (“OFF”).
  • Page 45 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ON DEBOUNCE Programmable timer that a trigger signal must be held “On” for a start cycle to activate. This feature is used to filter out erratic trigger signals that may occur from other factors (electronic noise, reflective vests, etc.)
  • Page 46 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL MULTI-FEED COUNT Programs how many labels are applied to one product with one trigger signal. When disabled, a single label will be applied with each trigger signal. MULTI-FEED LIST (External Encoder) Programmable parameters for multi-feed delay settings only when used in conjunction with an external encoder.
  • Page 47 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL MULTI-FEED DELAY Programmable timed delay between each programmed multiple feed. This feature is used to control the delay between the first label application and subsequent label applications. The delay of the application of the first label is still programmed through the Product Delay in the Product Sensor menu, but the additional cycles selected in the Multifeed Count will be delayed with by the Multifeed Delay timer.
  • Page 48 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL TAMP SETUP Tamp Setup is used to adjust the various parameters related to a pneumatic “tamp” cycle type. PROGRAMMABLE BLOCKS: • Tamp Duration - Used to adjust the time that the tamp cylinder valve is actuated.

  • Page 49: Flag Duration

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL TAMP DURATION Programmable value in seconds used to adjust the time that the tamp cylinder valve is actuated. The tamp duration will become active after the programmed Product Delay has expired. Once the Tamp Duration value has expired, the applicator module will return to the “home”...
  • Page 50 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL HEAD UP SWITCH TYPE The Head Up Switch Type menu is used in conjunction with various applicator modules to tell the applicator system whether or not the applicator module is in the “home” position. For example, a tamp module is equipped with a reed switch at the top of the tamp cylinder that is “on”...
  • Page 51 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL HEAD UP DEBOUNCE Used to allow time for the tamp cylinder to settle on return. This setting will delay the feed of the label onto the vacuum platen upon the return of the applicator module to the home position.
  • Page 52 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL VACUUM ON DELAY The Vacuum On Delay is a programmable timer that prevents the vacuum from turning on when a label feed is activated. Once the timer expires the vacuum will activate. This feature is commonly used when feeding a larger label onto a vacuum platen.
  • Page 53 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ROUND MODULE SETUP Used to adjust the system parameters when using the Round Module attachment. PROGRAMMABLE BLOCKS: • Roller Stop DLY - Used to adjust how long the carriage is lifted and the yellow rollers continue to spin after the end of the label feed is detected.
  • Page 54 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ROLLER STOP DLY The Roller Stop Delay is used to adjust how long the carriage is lifted and the yellow rollers continue to spin after the end of the label feed is detected. In some applications, additional rotations may be required to fully adhere the label to the product.
  • Page 55 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL LABEL FEED DLY The Label Feed Delay is used to delay the feed of the label after the carriage has lifted the product to the yellow rollers. This will allow the product to stabilize before the label is fed and applied to the product.
  • Page 56 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ROLLER SPEED The Roller Speed menu is used to adjust the rotation speed of the Round Module (Yellow Rollers). The Roller Speed typically needs to match the programmed Label Speed in the Label Setup menu to apply the label correctly and consistently.
  • Page 57 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ROLLER ACC/DEC The Roller Acceleration / Deceleration is used to adjust the yellow roller “ramp up”& “ramp down” speed of the round module motor. This is set to 50,000 by default and should only be adjusted for high-speed applications.

  • Page 58: Label Setup

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL LABEL SETUP The Label Setup menu is used to adjust the parameters of the label feed as well as the settings for the label size that is currently in use. PROGRAMMABLE BLOCKS: • Label Speed - Controls the feed speed of the label.
  • Page 59 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL LABEL SPEED The Label Speed menu is used to control the feed speed of the label. In a synchronous feed (wipe-on) application, the label speed must match to speed of the conveyed product. Adjusting the Label Speed may result in a different stop position of the label, due to acceleration and deceleration.

  • Page 60: Motor Direction

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL MOTOR DIRECTION Controls the wind direction of the motor. LABEL LENGTH The Label Length is a programmable value, used to match the minimum length of the label that is being used. If the value is set too low, a broken web fault may occur. The Label Length value is programmed in inches.
  • Page 61 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL LABEL GAP LENGTH The Label Gap Length is a programmable value, used to match the minimum length of the gap between labelsfor the label stock that is being used. If the value is set too low, a broken web fault may occur.
  • Page 62 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL MISSED LABEL DET The Missing Label Detection menu is us to turn on the missing label alarm by enabling the auto advance feature (used to automatically advance the web when a label is missing on the web, without generating a fault).
  • Page 63 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL LABELS TO PEELER The Labels To Peeler menu option is used to program the number of labels from the label sensor to the peel point. The setting is only used in conjunction with the Missing Label Detection option, which requires additional hardware.
  • Page 64 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Printer Setup The Printer Setup menu is used to control the system operation when connected to an optional, loose-looped printer. • Enable Printer - Must be active when connected to a printer. This will program...
  • Page 65 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL CYCLE TYPE The Cycle Type menu needs to be programmed for the applicator module in use. Available Cycle Types • Feed Only ▪ Synchronous Feed / Wipe-On • Tamp Before Label Feed ▪ Activates a pneumatic tamp module to apply a label, return home, and then feed another label onto the platen.

  • Page 66: Conveyor Encoder

    An encoder uses “LINES or COUNTS” per revolution in order to track speed and distance. Note that lines per revolution are also referred to as counts per revolution. These counts are feed into the LabelMill control to be processed for the different features that require this feedback.
  • Page 67 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL PROGRAMMABLE BLOCKS: • Conveyor Encoder - Used to turn a connected external encoder option on or off. • Encoder Override - Allows fine-tuning of the ratio of applicator speed to the moving conveyor speed.
  • Page 68 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL CONVEYOR ENCODER The Conveyor Encoder menu is used to turn the external encoder option on or off. Encoder signals will be ignored unless this is set to “On”. Additional setup in the following menus is required for the system to operate properly.
  • Page 69 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ENCODER OVERRIDE Allows fine-tuning of the ratio of applicator speed to conveyor speed. Page Made in the U.S.A. © 2023 LabelMill 12/01/2023 Model LM4012...

  • Page 70: Trigger Mode

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL TRIGGER MODE The Trigger Mode is used to select either Product Delay or Distance before a trigger signal is sent. If Product Delay is selected, the trigger signal will be sent once the programmed Product Delay timer expires.
  • Page 71 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ENC TRIG DISTANCE The Encoder Trigger Distance option is usedto apply the label a certain distance away from the trigger point. Once a trigger input is received, an external encoder will begin count the programmed lines per inch and send a signal to apply the label once the programmed value has been met.
  • Page 72 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL MAX CONVEYOR SPEED The Max Conveyor Speed menu is used to adjustthe maximum allowed speed of the conveyor. If the conveyor is operating outside of the maximum value, erratic label application may occur. ENCODER LPI Programs how many pulses the encoder will count with 1"of...
  • Page 73 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ALARMS A “Label Feed Error” may be required in some custom applications, and this output can be enabled or disabled in the Alarms menu. For example, a tamp pad may be outfitted with a fiber-optic assembly to sense when a label is present on the pad.

  • Page 74: Enable Password

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL ENABLE PASSWORD The Enable Password is used to lock the menus of the control. This option is used to prevent unauthorized access to variable data. When shipped from the factory, the password is to 7074 and NO MENUS are locked. The password cannot be changed.
  • Page 75 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL DESCRIPTION OF I/O All user inputs and outputs are “SINKING” type I/O PANEL Displays the status of the inputs and outputs. X = On 0 = Off A “green” character represents a signal that is currently in an “On” state, while a “grey” character represents a signal that is currently in an “Off”...

  • Page 76: Logic Board

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Logic Board Connections Shown Below REMOTE TRIGGER CONNECTOR I/O Monitor (PRODUCT SWITCH) PIN # Address +24vdc +24vdc Trigger Input #1 Input X0.0 Two Hand Start AUX1 Input X0.1 24v Common 24v Common Shield HEAD-UP / AUX IN...
  • Page 77 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL WEB SENSOR (LABEL) I/O Monitor PIN # Address Clear Label Detector Input X0.4 24v Common (+5dvc) LED Take-up output Output Y1.3 Logic Gnd Sensor Emitter (+) Sensor Collector (-) +24vdc Shield HMI RJ Conn...
  • Page 78 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL Conveyor Encoder Interface DB9 Female Male PIN # Monitor (Optional) Address Shield No Connection No Connection Printer Interface I/O Monitor 14 pin Centronix (Optional) PIN # Address Paper End Input X1.3 Printer Ground Ribbon End Input X1.4...

  • Page 79: Cleaning And Maintenance

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL SECTION 5 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Description Page General Cleaning Troubleshooting Fault Codes Replacing Main Power Fuse Page Made in the U.S.A. © 2023 LabelMill 12/01/2023 Model LM4012...

  • Page 80: General Cleaning & Maintenance

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL GENERAL CLEANING & MAINTENANCE The system should be inspected and cared for properly before operation begins. Typical inspection includes confirming correct supply spool loading, web path, checking air pressure, ensuring rollers are clean and free of adhesives, checking pinch assembly operation, and label feed position.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting Guide

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If the system malfunctions, it is necessary to determine where the problem exists in a normal sequence of operation. Possible error conditions are listed in the left-hand column to provide a systematic approach to troubleshooting.

  • Page 82: Fault Codes

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL FAULT CODES DISPLAYED FAULT DESCRIPTION CORRECTIVE ACTION Memory Checksum Data lost in serial EEPROM Consult factory or service provider Gap Not Detected Too many labels missing on web Check label stock Labeler not webbed properly...

  • Page 83: Replacing The Main Power Fuse

    LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL REPLACING THE MAIN POWER FUSE The circuitry is protected from a current overload by GMA a slow blow fuse. Should the applicator fail to operate, the condition of this fuse should be checked. If the fuse is open, the cause of the overload condition must be determined and corrected prior to replacing the fuse.
  • Page 84 LM4012 Dynamic Label Applicator USERS MANUAL LM4012 AUTOMATIC LABEL APPLICATOR OPERATIONS MANUAL Copyright and Trademarks Copyright ©2023 LabelMill All rights reserved. All trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners. LabelMill 2416 Jackson St. Savanna, IL 61074 Phone: (800) 273-4707;...

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