Chapter 1. Foreword 1.1. Introduction You have bought a machine with outstanding features and performance and we thank you very much for your confidence in choosing it. The MINIPACK System is unique in its own kind and has gained a worldwide success with more than 50000 units operating in the field of packaging and wrapping.
1.5. Machine weight and dimensions a = mm 720 b = mm 530 c = mm 500 Weight = Kg 26 Chapter 2. Machine installation 2.1. Transport and positioning It is recommended to handle with great care during transport and positioning! •...
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2.2. Environmental conditions Working environmental conditions: • Temperature from + 5°C to + 40°C • Relative humidity from 30% to 90%, without condensation Machine safety factor = IP30 The aerial noise made by the machine is lower than 70 dB •...
Before executing electrical connections, make sure the mains voltage matches the one on the plate on machine rear and that the earthing contact complies with the safety rules in force. In case of doubts about the mains voltage, contact the local public supply Company.
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3.1. Adjustment ELECTRONIC BOARD FEATURES The machine is equipped with 6 selectionable programs: Program nr. Program features Sealing only Sealing + shrinking Sealing + delayed shrinking to sealing end P4 - P5 - P6 Sealing + shrinking Each program is composed by 3 variables which can be modified (in case it is not possible to set one of them, such a variable will obviously not appear on the display) : Variable Field...
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3.3. Film roll insertion Minimini machine Insert film roll on the proper roller. Position the roller on the film roll support.
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Miniplus machine Insert film roll on the proper roller. Position the roller on the film roll support. Move the film over the film drive roller (19). Run film through the micropunches (28). Run the film lower layer under the packaging plate (18). Run the film upper layer over the packaging plate (18).
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3.6. Execution of 1^ film sealing Place film as shown in the picture to carry out the first seal. Lower the handle of the cover with your left hand and make a pressure of 10-15 Kg. Machine will automatically operate and the first seal will be carried out on the side of the film.
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3.8. Introducing the object to be wrapped Run the amount of film to contain the product to be wrapped by pulling it over the reticulated plate with the left hand. Slip the product into the bag with your right hand (see picture), and leave about 1 cm between the product and the inner sealing frame to allow air...
Chapter 4. Limits and conditions in the use of machine 4.1. Max. packaging sizes a = mm 350 b = mm 250 c = mm 100 Wieght = Kg 2 N.B.: max. dimensions shown on above scheme are referring to the max. dimension of the single package.
5.1. Films to be used Band A = b + c + 100mm Chapter 6. Safety standards 6.1. Warnings Do not touch the sealing wire (23) soon after sealing by reaching beyond the safety guard. Danger of burns due to residual heat on the sealing blade.
• Do not touch the chamber closing flap (22) during warm-up function. Danger of burns. • Do not touch the fan while moving or using the machine without the reticulated plate (27). • Make sure that the roll of film is properly lodged (30). •...
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7.2. Sealing wire cleaning Using a dry cloth, wipe off the residues clinging to the sealing wire: do this at once after sealing since they are easier to remove when still warm. Periodically lubricate the sealing wire with the supplied non-adhesive spray.
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7.5. Rubber and teflon replacement When the Teflon-unings (24) are worn out, replace them with spare parts, paying attention that the application is linear and even. Before applying the Teflon self- adhesive strip clean the rubber part (31) with a detergent. If the rubber (31) is also damaged, replace it as follows: Remove the old rubber, clean...
In order to change the sealing wire, proceed as follows: • Push the pistons (32) all the way in using a screwdriver • Block the tension spring by thrusting a pin (34) in the holes provided • Using the setscrew wrench supplied, unscrew the 3 screws (33) which fasten the wire at the centre and at the two ends so as to release the sealing wire (23) •...
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7.8. Spare parts CODE ITEM NAME FE385611 Teflon-coated sealing wire KR050001 Lower hood teflon kit KR050012 Film roll support kit KR050013 Micro-perfortator support kit KR050004 Upper hood kit KR050005 Spring + tie-rod kit KR050007 Neoprene rubber kit KR050008 Pistons + spring kit KR050009 Microswitch kit 7.9.
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PROBLEM CAUSE OF THE POSSIBLE REMEDIES PROBLEM The seal Sealing temperature too Adjust the sealing time in the program splits during high or not suitable for shrink the type of film used wrapping Sealing blade dirty or Clean the sealing blade, check that it damaged properly rests on the Teflon stiker (24) and replace if necessary...
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