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5.11 Recommended spare parts ..............................63 5.12 Intervention record sheet ............................... 65 6 PUTTING OUT OF SERVICE AND DISMANTLING .......................66 Temporary putting out of service ............................66 Dismantling ..................................... 66 ANNEXES ....................................67 A01 - WIRING DIAGRAM A02 - SPARE PARTS LIST 2/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Section 3 Installation of the machine. Section 4 Description of the controls to use the machine: general safety prescriptions, first start up, calibrations, nor- mal use and stop. Section 5 Ordinary and extraordinary maintenance. Section 6 Dismantling. GEM XF520-670 5/67...
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(ex. amputations, severe burns, loss or impairment of vision or hearing). It indicates a potential risk situation that could cause less severe or minor damage, if not prevented (ex. cuts, scratches, irritation). It is used for non-physical injuries. 6/67 GEM XF520-670...
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The operational roles identified also include Comarme customer service advisor. Once the plant has been installed, Comarme technicians will be at the Customer's disposal to train operators as completely as possible. They will give them technical information, and instruct them on the possible residual risks or the dangers in the line. A suitable staff training form is available at the end of the line manual.
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2. ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN, a qualified person able to: • search for and repair faults, replacing damaged parts on electrical equipment, interpreting the wiring diagrams. The table on the following page shows the main tasks of the above-mentioned professional figures. 8/67 GEM XF520-670...
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• Checks the correct operation of the safety systems • Follows all the phases of the production process to make sure that all operations are carried out correctly and in compliance with the safety standards GEM XF520-670 9/67...
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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.
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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. GEM XF520-670...
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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. 12/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Any accessories or options ordered with the machine are placed on additional pallets. 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 XF520-670 13/67...
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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. 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. 14/67 GEM XF520-670...
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A forklift 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. During the handling always move very slowly. This operation must be assisted by an operator in charge of signalling. GEM XF520-670 15/67...
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In such a case, the operator is the only person responsi- ble towards the relevant authorities. Pos. Pos. CE plate data CE plate data TYPE MODEL NASTRATRICE SERIAL NUMBER GEM XF520-670 CONSTRUCTION YEAR POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE FREQUENCY NOMINAL CURRENT INSTALLED POWER SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT AIR PRESSURE CYCLE AIR CONSUMPTION...
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All kinds of taping heads produced by Comarme can be mounted on the machine using adhesive tape. Tape width: min. 1" (approx. 25 mm) - max. 3" (approx. 76 mm) Maximum roll diameter: 14"...
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Pos. Pos. Description Description Box inlet area Box outlet area Support legs Air inlet unit Electric panel with control panel Side belts Lower taping head Tracer Flap closer Upper taping head Inspection window 18/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Technical features The table below shows the main technical features of the machine. Technical features Technical features GEM XF520-670 GEM XF520-670 Machine weight 620 Kg Weight with packaging 704 Kg Power installed 0.8 kW Box transfer speed approx. 27m/min. Max. allowable pressure...
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Technical features Technical features GEM XF520-670 GEM XF520-670 Max. hourly production NOTE: Production may vary according to 450÷ 500 boxes/h the length of the box Taping head models T21-T22-T23-T32-T33 See par. Belt and box dimensions "Products that can be processed"...
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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.
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If the upper flaps are lifted, to make the machine work correctly the front and rear flaps must be able to bend inwards without interfering with the side flaps. If the upper flaps are lifted, the machine can accept boxes with flaps widened outwards of about 15° max. (see picture 9). 22/67 GEM XF520-670...
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The electric system was built in compliance with the European standard UNI EN ISO 13849-1:2016. All the components installed on the machine are supplied by primary companies which provide certifications and comply with the workplace safety standards. GEM XF520-670 23/67...
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Do not install the machine without the suitable protections. 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 sources to feed the plant, some specialized and qualified staff to carry out this work and with the necessary equip- ment to position and install the machine.
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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.
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(see picture 11). We recommend checking the suitability to carry loads near the supports. WARRANTY AND RESPONSIBILITY DECAY IN CASE the machine is not installed ac- cording to the indications provided for by the manufacturer. 26/67 GEM XF520-670...
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- pull out legs "B" to the required length (max. 100 mm). - retighten the lock nut "A" with a 24 mm wrench. Make sure that at the end of these operations the machine is on a level in both directions, lengthwise and crosswise (see picture 13). GEM XF520-670 27/67...
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The machine can be connected mechanically with other elements of the line (ex. box spacing units, roller tables, etc.). For the mechanical connection use the proper connection kit part number 801-09-868 (see pic- ture 14). For the 375x500mm roller table extension (complete), L=375x650mm (complete), L=375x800mm (complete) (see picture 15). 28/67 GEM XF520-670...
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"A" (see picture 16) are correctly inserted into the slots "B" on the frame (see picture 17) and that the direction is as indicated in picture 18. According to the type of taping head used, place the specific supports "D" (see picture 17). GEM XF520-670 29/67...
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"B" by sliding them towards the outside of the machine, as shown in picture 19; tighten the nuts "A". • To place the lower taping head T32-T33 proceed as follows: remove the supports "B"; reassemble the supports by using the square holes "C"; tighten the nut "A". 30/67 GEM XF520-670...
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"B" (see picture 20) into the grooves "C" (see picture 19) until it stops. Then lock the taping head by lowering the specific lever "A" (see picture 19). According to the type of taping head used, place the specific supports "D" (see picture 18) as shown on page 28. GEM XF520-670 31/67...
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• To place the upper taping head T32-T33 proceed as follows: remove the supports "A"; place the taping head using the special slots inside the unit holder supports (see picture 23); reassemble the supports "A" by using the square holes "D" on the bracket. 32/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Lower taping head closing guard assembly Assemble the lower taping head closing guard "A" by using the specific blade fastening screws "B" (see pic- ture 26). GEM XF520-670 33/67...
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The machine can be supplied with three phase motors, with different voltages and frequencies (see wiring diagram). Make sure the motor complies with the required voltage specification (the motor voltage is indicated on the identification plate - see par. 2.1). 34/67 GEM XF520-670...
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6 mm up to a maximum of about 10 mm and must be of the fireproof type and CE approved. To make the connections correctly, consult the wiring diagrams attached to this manual. GEM XF520-670 35/67...
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X6.5 and X6.16 - release signal from the line located after (pict.29) reception of signal via a free contact for terminals X 6 . 8 and X6.4 (after removing the existing bridge). 36/67 GEM XF520-670...
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In this configuration the machine works only as a transport device. At the end of the box cycle, without a further disabling sig- nal, the machine will carry out the standard taping cycle. GEM XF520-670 37/67...
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- adjust the front flap closing lever force at about 0.5÷1 bars, by means of the pressure regualtor pict.34 pos.5; - adjust the drive belt closing force at about 3 bars, by means of the 2 bar pressure regulator pict.34 pos.6. 3 bar PROBE BELTS 0,5÷1 bar 3 bar 38/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Signal and power supply connection Make the connections relating to the power supply and the various signals between the machine and the electrical panel through the special connectors provided. For further details refer to the wiring diagrams attached to this manual. GEM XF520-670 39/67...
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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. 40/67 GEM XF520-670...
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The safety systems must be only used as "safety stop" devices and not as machine stop control device. Before starting the machine, all its protections must be closed. GEM XF520-670 41/67...
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The machine, in standard configuration, is provided with the control console positioned on the left side, as shown in picture 35. é r s i t i s i z i ó s i c é ô t n c i Control/emergency side Operator position 42/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Emergency push button When pressed, it stops the machine working Main switch It allows switching on the machine * For the description of the controls, refer to the manual of the panel attached to this manual. GEM XF520-670 43/67...
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To adjust the lifting and lowering speed of the lower tap- ing unit when it is set to disable the taping, adjust the flow regulators on the machine side near the taping head (see picture 36 pos.1 and 2). 44/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Should the rear flap closing unit appear to be returning to its rest position too slowly, causing obstructions to the boxes being introduced into the machine, it is possible to increase the repositioning speed by adjusting the discharge control device pict.38 pos.1. GEM XF520-670 45/67...
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In these conditions the machine is ready to receive boxes. If there are no inlet boxes, after about 10 sec. the machine drive belts will stop. They will restart when a box enables the photoelectric cell B2 located on the drive arm at the machine inlet. 46/67 GEM XF520-670...
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During the lowering the feeler unit pict.42 pos.4 by means of the lever pict.42 pos.5, starts folding the front flap of the box inwards. GEM XF520-670 47/67...
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SQ21, pict.44 pos.9, is enabled, the operation (for that cycle) of the side pressure rollers pict.44 pos.10 will be disabled. This sensor works when the boxes are low, avoiding any interference with the box drive units. 48/67 GEM XF520-670...
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With the drive unit repositioned and the limit switch SQ2 enabled, the machine ends the cycle and is ready to receive a new box. GEM XF520-670 49/67...
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For each maintenance operation, always disconnect the machine power supply and its pneumatic feed. Never carry out maintenance work with the machine in emergency conditions. When the machine is in emergency conditions it always has a part of the electrical system which is live. 50/67 GEM XF520-670...
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The manufacturer's written consent must be previously obtained to work special materials different from the one indicated in this manual. The voluntary action by which the operator does not follow the working rules indicated in this manual is an improper use. GEM XF520-670 51/67...
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BY LAW (Local law on safety at work). DO NOT USE WATER. Staff members should be trained to deal with such accidents. The machine CANNOT work in areas at high risk of fire. IN CASE OF FIRE TURN OFF IMMEDIATELY THE POWER SUPPLY 52/67 GEM XF520-670...
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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 XF520-670 53/67...
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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. 54/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Condensate drain Drain any condensate in the accumulation filter located under the main pressure regulator (see position "A" in picture 49). GEM XF520-670 55/67...
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"A" fixing the front pulley "B" so that the pulley can be moved inwards; replace belt "C"; insert a screwdriver into the suitable housing "D" by levering it so as to tighten the belt (see picture 51); tighten the nut "A". 56/67 GEM XF520-670...
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"C" (see picture 53); insert a screwdriver into the suitable housing "D" by levering it so as to tighten the belt (see picture 55); tighten the locking nut "A" (see pic. 55); GEM XF520-670 57/67...
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We recommend greasing periodically the drive shaft. When the machine is at a standstill, use a spatula to spread the grease through the slits protected by plastic "flaps" (see the arrow in picture 57). INPUT BOX ¦ 58/67 GEM XF520-670...
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(see picture 59); fasten the locking screw as tightly as possible using a 13 mm Allen wrench "E"; reassemble the belt by checking its correct tension as indicated in par. 5.6. GEM XF520-670 59/67...
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We recommend checking periodically the correct tension of the chains of the box drive arm centering and of the pressure roller unit. To adjust it act on the regulator pict.61 pos.1 after loosening the nut in pict.61 pos.2. NOTE An excessive tensioning of the chain causes hardening in the sliding of the units. 60/67 GEM XF520-670...
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Check the sensor SQ18 operation • Check the "E" cylinder operation The machine does not detect the • Check the feeler lever operation height of the box • Check the conditions of the box flaps • Check the sensor SQ18 adjustment GEM XF520-670 61/67...
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Check that the adhesive tape is tensioned The machine interrupts the au- • Check the previous conditions and if necessary call the Technical Ser- tomatic cycle vice Centre. In case of malfunction contact the Technical Service Centre (see par. "INFORMATIVE LETTER"). 62/67 GEM XF520-670...
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MSNA-50224-01 FLAP-CLOSER UNIT SPRING, 2.0 mm wire; steel C72; brunished FLAP-CLOSER UNIT ADJUSTMENT SPRING, 3.0 mm wire; steel C72 galvanized NAST-50124-01 white NAST-84111-01 TAPE 175x40 mm; black; type VM 10 TG (for tie rod rear flap-closer lever) GEM XF520-670 63/67...
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DOUBLE SUPPORT D.16 mm with bearings and fixing elements (for GEM X520/ MSNC-84186-81 X670/X820; GEM X350/X360) SPLINED COURTAIN PROTECTION 298x70 mm with black tape type 1 VM 4 (for MSNC-40032-01 taping machine W=500 series) CNEN-305003 WEINTEK: OPERATOR PANEL art. CMT2078X - touchscreen terminal 7 64/67 GEM XF520-670...
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5.12 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 GEM XF520-670 65/67...
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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 66/67 GEM XF520-670...
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ANNEXES A01 - WIRING DIAGRAM A02 - SPARE PARTS LIST GEM XF520-670 67/67 last...
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