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PERATING
ANUAL
F
OR
XL2 M
ACHINES
14272 Chambers Road
Tustin, CA 92780
TOLL-FREE: (800) 854-0137
PHONE: (714) 542-4487
FAX: (714) 972-2978
Email: info@plasties.com
Website: www.plasties.com
Rev 02.28.2017
Proprietary Information of Plas-Ties, Co.

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  • Page 1 PERATING ANUAL XL2 M ACHINES 14272 Chambers Road Tustin, CA 92780 TOLL-FREE: (800) 854-0137 PHONE: (714) 542-4487 FAX: (714) 972-2978 Email: info@plasties.com Website: www.plasties.com Rev 02.28.2017 Proprietary Information of Plas-Ties, Co.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Section VI: Parts Parts List ............28-33 Assemblies ............34-35 Appendix A: Explosion Chart with Case & Cover .. 36-37 Appendix B: Electrical System Function & Parts .. 38-39 Appendix B: Electrical System Details ....40 XL2 Spare Parts Kit ..........41...
  • Page 4: Section I: General Information

    Please familiarize yourself and/or any person operating this machine with all functions by carefully reading this manual. The XL2 is a machine that will twist-tie products inserted into the tying area. The machine can be adjusted to tie almost any product gathered into a round or almost round shape from 3/8-inch diameter up to a maximum of 2-inch diameter.
  • Page 5: Supplies And Service

    Page 5 SECTION I: General Information U P P L I ES A N D E RV I C E PLAS-TIES twist tie material and service should be ordered from an authorized dealer, distributor, or: PLAS-TIES 14272 Chambers Road Tustin, CA 92780...
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Page 6 SECTION I: General Information A F E T Y N ST RU C T I O N S T h e o p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s o u t l i n e d i n t h i s m a n u a l a r e p r e p a r e d t o f a c i l i t a t e t h e s u c c e s s f u l o p e r a t i n g o f t h e X L 2 m a c h i n e .
  • Page 7 Page 7 SECTION I: General Information A F E T Y N ST RU C T I O N S 12) REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position before plugging in. 13) USE THE RECOMMENDED MATERIALS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS. Listing of recommended material and replacement parts is found in this operating manual.
  • Page 8: Warranty

    This warranty is void if the XL2 machine is used with anything other than genuine PLAS- TIES twist-tie material. IMPORTANT: If your XL2 machine does not operate properly, please bring it to the attention of PLAS-TIES, or the dealer or distributor from whom it was purchased.
  • Page 9: Section Ii: Specifications

    O D E L E S I G NA T I O N This manual covers the model 510 XL2 machine which is equipped with a 2 amp circuit breaker for overload protection. U.L. approved for the United States. ERFORMANCE...
  • Page 10: Section Iii: Operation Major Component Description/Adjustments

    Motor and Cam: Controls the timing functions of overall tying operation. Timing adjustment is critical. Correct setting has cam set in the home position when XL2 is inactive. The HOME position is correct when the cam following bearing is positioned in notch. To confirm and ad- just this setting: 1) Disable ribbon feed by turning idler lockout and then activate the tie cycle once.
  • Page 11 Page 11 SECTION III: Operation AJOR OMPONENT ESCRIPTION DJUSTMENTS Scissor: Places the ribbon around the product to be twist tied. Alignment is critical. Cor- rect setting has the ribbon chute centered to the ribbon cutter anvil slot. To adjust: 1) If motor and cam are stopping in HOME position, correct alignment of chute and an- vil will be achieved.
  • Page 12: Product Stages

    STAGE 1: Product to be tied is manually inserted into the tying area (A) and the product must come into contact with trigger switch (B). Trigger switch (B) activates the XL2 tying cycle and the stop guide (F) ensures proper positioning. Cycle time is approximately 3 seconds.
  • Page 13 Page 13 SECTION III Operation RODUCT TAGES P  C  K  N  L  D  G  M  E  H  F  I  J  B  A ...
  • Page 14: Mounting Options

    2) Mount brake assembly on mounting plate with the same screws 3) Lay machine on left side so that it is supported by the mounting stand 4) Bolt the side mount stand to the XL2 external chassis bracket. 5) Follow Loading Twist Tie Material Instructions. (see page 18)
  • Page 15: Pedestal Stand Assembly

    7) Screw 4 washers (16614) and 4 Hex Nuts (56507) to secure the bracket to (F) 8) Attach XL2 machine frame (505D173) to top of bracket (505D028) with 4 washers (P004715) and 4 screws (P002201). Under the bracket attach with 4 washers (P004715) and 4 nuts (56507).
  • Page 16: Brake Assembly

    Page 16 SECTION III Operation R A K E S S E M B LY STANDARD Small Brake Arm Option (A)
  • Page 17 Page 17 SECTION III Operation R A K E S S E M B LY Large Brake Arm Option (B) Special Brake Arm Option (C)* *Used only for Pedestal Stand Assembly BRAKE ASSEMBLIES—PARTS LISTING DESCRIPTION SMALL (A) LARGE (B) SPECIAL (C)* Complete Assembly A102022 A102021...
  • Page 18: Loading Twist Tie Material

    3) With the ribbon now directed toward the rear of the XL2, look at both sides of the ribbon One side has “bump” (wire), the other is flat [A]. Pull 1 foot of ribbon off the spool and feed into the rear of the XL2.
  • Page 19 Page 19 SECTION III: Operation OA D I N G W I S T A T E R I A L...
  • Page 20: Tying Operation

    *Periodically, the ribbon length will need to be either lengthened or shortened. Slightly turn the Tying Diameter Adjustment Dial to the left to decrease ribbon length and to the right to increase ribbon length. (See Page 22) *Always remove any ribbon pieces from the XL2 before tying.
  • Page 21: Chutes And Ribbon Guide

    Page 21 SECTION III: Operation HUTES AND IBBON UIDE Length of Chutes (Images not to scale)
  • Page 22: Tying Adjustments

    Page 22 SECTION III: Operation YING DJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Before attempting any adjustment of this machine, the power switch should be in the “OFF” position and the power cord disconnected. S T E P 1 : S E T T Y I N G D I A M E T E R D I A L 1) Rotate Tying Diameter Adjustment Dial to point arrow to the desired product diameter.
  • Page 23 Page 23 SECTION III: Operation Y I N G D J U ST M EN T S D  E  A  C  F  B ...
  • Page 24: Section Iv: Maintenance

    Page 24 SECTION IV: Maintenance E N E RA L T h e T i e - M a t i c m a c h i n e i s d e s i g n e d f o r s i m p l e o p e r a t i o n a n d , w i t h r e a s o n a b l e c a r e a n d m a i n t e n a n c e , w i l l p r o v i d e l o n g s e r v i c e .
  • Page 25: Preventive Maintenance Record

    Page 25 Page 25 SECTION IV: Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Record Machine Name (OB) #: Model #: Type: Department: Serial #: Inspection Symbols H.P.: [F] Functional (Safety) Volts: R] Repair Phase: [G] General Date Symbol Description Initialed by...
  • Page 26: Section V: Troubleshooting

    Page 26 SECTION V: Troubleshooting SOLUTIONS MATRIX CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY Missing Ties Ribbon around a. Incorrect ribbon length a. Adjust for longer length product but not b.Twister installed back- ribbon (see pg. 22-23) twisted wards b. Unscrew twister and reinstall 180° Above problem a.Possible malfunction of a.
  • Page 27 Page 27 SECTION V: Troubleshooting SOLUTIONS MATRIX (cont) CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY Machine a.Control Relay is defec- a. Replace Control Relay recycles con- tive stantly when holding in trigger switch Machine will Ribbon feeds a.LS-3 (Bottom switch) is a. Adjust LS-3 arm out- not cycle out constantly not activating on scissor...
  • Page 28: Parts List

    Page 28 SECTION VI: Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 56715 Screw - Button Head Cap 1/4-20 x .500 505B184 Stop - Upper 505R182 Hinged Cover M001050 Insulator - Switch 56501 Nut - Hex 4-40 56704 Screw - Phillips Head 1/4-20 x .500 P001450 Lockwasher - Internal Tooth No.
  • Page 29 Page 29 SECTION VI: Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 56908 Fuse Holder 18034 6/32 x 1/2 Flat Head Screw M001040 Counter Seal P001760 Counter 505C225 Front Cover 16961 6-32 Hex Nut P001080 1/4-20 Hex Nut 505D142 Electrical Chassis 505B132 Time Delay Relay 569340...
  • Page 30 Page 30 SECTION VI: Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty. P004715 3/8 Split Washer 505D173 Frame 56805 Lock Washer - Internal Tooth No. 250 1160 1/4-20 x 2 Hex Head Screw 56802 # 10 Flat Washer 506337 # 10 Split Lock Washer P003420 10-32 x 1 Socket Head Cap Screw 56738...
  • Page 31 Page 31 SECTION VI: Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 56001 Bearing 56723 1/4-20 5/16 Shoulder Bolt 505B202 Spacer 505C105 Cam Scissor Guide A202180 Scissor Arm Left Assembly 505B010 Drag Link A202170 Scissor Arm Right Assembly P001470 #8 Lock Washer- Internal Tooth P001220 8-32 x 3/8 Phillips Head Screw CHUTES...
  • Page 32 Page 32 SECTION VI: Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty. P001430 Screw - Socket Head Cap 10-24 x 1/2 M001050 Insulation-Switch P004362 4-40x1 Phillips Pan Head 56960 4-40x5/8 Screw 56801 # 4 Flat Washer 56900 Nylon Cable Clamp 505B019 Support- Twister Drive 506337...
  • Page 33 Page 33 SECTION VI: Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 1035 505B169 Knife Anvil 1040 56719 10-24 x 3/4 Hex Socket Head Screw 1045 506337 # 10 Split Washer 1050 505B153 Ribbon Cutoff Knife 1055 A302030 Cutter Support Block Assembly 1060 505B158 Sprocket...
  • Page 34: Assemblies

    Page 34 ASSEMBLIES Part No. Description Qty. A202040 Support Cam Cutter Assembly 505B126 Support Cam Cutter P001030 Bearing A202120 Rod Scissor Actuator Assembly 505B230 Rod Scissor Actuator 56000 Rod End Bearing ( Right ) 56009 Rod End Bearing ( Left ) 56805 Split Washer 1/4 56503...
  • Page 35 Page 35 ASSEMBLIES Part No. Description Qty. A202150 Arm Actuator Assembly 505C209 Actuator Scissor Arm 56200 Bushing 56201 Bushing A202060 Scissor Arm Actuator Assembly M021570 Scissor Arm Assembly M021540 A302070 Plate, Ribbon Feed Assembly 505D157 Plate, Mounting Ribbon Guide 505B201 Receiver Ribbon Drive Wheel 56005 Bearing...
  • Page 36: Appendix A: Explosion Chart With Case & Cover

    Page 36 EXPLOSION CHART APPENDIX A...
  • Page 37 Page 37 APPENDIX A CASE & COVER...
  • Page 38: Appendix B: Electrical System Function & Parts

    YSTEM UNCTIONS Schematic illustrates condition of all switches when the XL2 is at rest (in between tying cycles) with cover closed (LS4 closed). When the product to be tied is inserted into the tying area, Trigger Switch (LS1) closes and acti- vates the main motor and cam.
  • Page 39 Page 39 APPENDIX B L E C T R I C A L Y ST E M A RT S I ST INDEX # PART# DESCRIPTION 50641 Capacitor 56913 Capacitor Cover* 16932 Capacitor Clamp* 505B222 Track, Mounting* 56933 Socket, Relay #RS-8 56922 Relay (115V) GV-DPDT-115A (K1, K2, K3) 56822...
  • Page 40: Appendix B: Electrical System Details

    Page 40 APPENDIX B L E C T R I C A L Y ST E M ETA I L S...
  • Page 41: Xl2 Spare Parts Kit

    Page 41 XL2 SPARE PARTS KIT: PART# K001021 PART# DESCRIPTION 56903 Miniature Lamp, 120v 56909 5 Amp Fuse 56922 Power Relay P001570 Micro Switch M021364 Fixed Chute - Wide Mouth M001492 Pinion Shaft Assembly 505C127 Gear Segment - Twister Drive...
  • Page 42 PERATING ANUAL XL2 M ACHINES 2/28/2017: Removed Internet Tech Support (Webcam: Page 42) PHONE: (714) 542-4487 TOLL FREE: (800) 854-0137 FAX: (714) 972-2978 14272 Chambers Rd Tustin, CA 92780 XL2_02.28.2017 Proprietary Information of Plas-Ties, Co.

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