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OK SUPERSEALER

Models: SS1 & SS2

OPERATION
&
MAINTENANCE

MANUAL

O/K International Corp, 73 Bartlett St, Marlboro, Massachusetts, MA01752, USA


Tel: 1-(508)-303-8286 Fax: 1-(508)-303-8207
e-mail:- sales@oksealer.com
www.oksealer.com
OK SUPERSEALER MANUAL SS1&2 2
CONTENTS

1. GENERAL
1.1 Safety Notice………………………… ………………………………………….5
1.2 General Configuration ………………………………………………………….6
1.3 General …………………………………………………………………………..7
1.4 Warranty ………………………………………………………………………….7
1.5 Capacity, Speed Range ……………………………………………………….8
1.6 Enviromental Conditions ………………………………………………………8
1.7 Mounting & Leveling the Supersealer……………………………………….. 9

2. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
2.1 Working Functions ……………………………………………………………..10
2.2 Basic Principles …….………………………………………………………….10
2.3 Initial Setting Up ………………………………………………………………..10

3. SETTING UP TO SEAL BAGS


3.1 The Basic Controls …………………………………………………………….11
3.2 Temperature Controller – Operation ……………………………………12
3.3 The Four Factors ……………………………………………………………..13
3.3.1 Synchronization ..………….………………………………………….13
3.3.2 Temperature ……..…………..……………………………………….14
3.3.3 Heater Capsule Elevation ……………………………………………14
3.3.4 Pressure ……………………………………………………………….15

4. FINE TUNING
4.1 Pressure Adjuster ……………………………………………………………..16
4.2 Pressure Wheel Alignment …………………………………………………..17
4.3 Heating Capsule Adjustment ………………………………………………..18

5. HOW TO
5.1 Change Pressure Wheels ………….……………………………………….19
5.2 Adjust Pressure Wheel Slides ……..………………………………………..20
5.3 Change the Air Intake Filter Pad.……………………………………………..21
5.4 Remove Infeed Belt Guards ……………….…………………………………22
5.5 Change the Main Carrying Belts ………………………………………..24-26
5.6 Change a Heating Element …………………………………………………27

6. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
6.1 Routine Maintenance………………………………………………………28-29
6.2 Fault Diagnostic – SEAL ….………………………………………………30-31

CONTENTS

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7. ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS & PARTS LISTS
7.1 Bottom Plate Assemblies
7.11 Narrow Belt, Sliding Pressure Wheel …………………………….33-34
7.12 Narrow Belt, Fixed Pressure Wheel ………………………………35-36
7.2 Main Drive Assembly …………………………………….…………….37-38
7.3 Gearmotor Speed Chart…………………………………………………...39-40
7.4 Heater Capsule Assembly…………………………………………………….41
7.5 Bag Guide Assembly…………………………………………………………..42
7.6 Pressure Wheels …………………………………………………………….43
7.7 Miscellaneous Parts …………………………………………………………44
7.8 Fan……………………………………………………………………………….45
7.9 Perforator………………………………………………………………….…46-47
8. TRIMMER………………………………………………………………………….48-50
9. T PAK INFEED…………………………………………………………………....51-53
10. ELECTRICAL…………………………………………………………………...…54-57
11. TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………………………58-62

1. GENERAL

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1.1 SAFETY NOTICE

THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE

ISOLATED
FROM THE MAIN ELECTRICAL SUPPLY WHEN LEFT
UNUSED AND UNATTENDED (i.e. at night)
OR
DURING CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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1. GENERAL

1.2 GENERAL CONFIGURATION

HEAD ONLY – Shown as RIGHT to LEFT FEED

PEDESTAL MODEL – Shown as RIGHT to LEFT

NOTE: LEFT to RIGHT FEED VERSION IS ALSO AVAILABLE

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1. GENERAL

1.3 GENERAL
Thank you for choosing the OK SUPERSEALER Continuous Hot Air Bag Sealer. We
appreciate your business and are looking forward to a long relationship with you.

In the design and construction of this machine, we have taken the greatest care to ensure
quality and durability, combined with a high level of user-friendliness and easy maintenance.
This manual contains a lot of information necessary for safe and efficient use of the machine.
Please read it carefully before starting to use the machine. Carrying out the recommended
maintenance by a qualified service technician will ensure proper and efficient operation of the
machine.

If you have any inquiries, please contact us at:

O/K International Corp


73 Bartlett St, Marlboro,
Massachusetts, MA 01752, USA
Tel: (508)-303-8286
Fax: (508)-303-8207
e-mail: sales@okcorp.com
website: www.okcorp.com

In order to serve you better, please provide the machine model and serial numbers as stated
on the plate attached to the rear of the sealer.

1.4 WARRANTY

O/K INTERNATIONAL CORP. warrants this machine in accordance with our Standard Terms
and Conditions of Sale.

The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear and becomes void

a. When not following the operating and maintenance instructions;

b. When using the machine outside normal operating conditions;

c. When the machine is operated or maintained by non-qualified personnel;

d. When modifications to the machine are made without the written approval of
O/K INTERNATIONAL CORP.;

e. When original factory parts have been replaced by generic parts.

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1. GENERAL

1.5 CAPACITY, SPEED RANGE

Sealing Speed Range:

This is a variable speed machine.


The standard sealing speed range is 12 to 48 feet per minute (or 3.6 to 15 meters per
minute). Other speeds outside this range are possible. Contact O/K International Corp. for
more information.

Thickness of film:

Heat sealing materials range up to 1000µ (micron) - 12 mils of total thickness.

Total Power Consumption:

115 VAC, 1 Ph, 60 Hz, 15 Amp


Voltage and frequency may vary ± 10%.
Extension cords, when used, should not be more than 10 feet.

Net weight of sealing head: 150 lbs or 70Kg.

1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Operating Temperatures:
Normal range is 40°F – 80°F (5°C - 27°C). A lower operating temperature may reduce the
overall performance.

Relative Humidity: 85% (maximum).

Storage:
When machine is not in use it should be stored at 70°F (21°C) in a dry, indoor place. If the
machine is to be stored for a long period of time, it is advised that the unit is thoroughly
cleaned and returned to its original packaging.

PID CONTROLLERS
Calibration of the PID Controllers is not normally necessary. However, PIDs may be checked
for accuracy by substitution of a thermocouple simulator.

It is also possible to check overall accuracy with an external temperature display. However,
the temperature probe must be in exactly the same position as the thermocouple tip. Even
then, due to air flow characteristics, it is likely that a small variation will be present.

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1. GENERAL

1.7 MOUNTING & LEVELING THE SEALER

For consistent, high quality seals, it is important that the sealer be aligned correctly
with any conveyor. In order to achieve this, the unit is provided with knurled
leveling nuts.

BEFORE MOUNTING
SEALER TO BRACKET,
ENSURE THAT KNURLED
JACKING NUTS ARE FULLY
WOUND UP.

M8 WASHERS & NYLOC NUTS.


TIGHTEN ONLY ENOUGH TO
SECURE SEALER TO BRACKET,
THEN CHECK THAT THE
SEALER IS LEVEL.

= = PARALLEL

CONVEYOR BED

LEVEL THE SEALER BY ADJUSTING


THE FOUR KNURLED JACKING NUTS.

ONCE LEVEL, TIGHTEN THE NYLOC NUTS


FIRMLY.

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2. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

2.1 WORKING FUNCTIONS


The OK Supersealer uses a system of blowing air over a number of heating elements and
onto the plastic film. It then applies pressure through two pinch rollers to seal the bags. This
provides high sealing efficiency with reduced set-up and maintenance times. This system has
a great degree of flexibility, allowing the OK Supersealer to seal a wide range of materials.

2.2 BASIC PRINCIPLES

The OK Supersealer works on the BPHA (Back Pressure Hot Air) principle, developed
exclusively by O/K International to ensure uniform heating of the bags as they pass through
the machine.

Unlike the Volumetric principle employed by other manufacturers of continuous sealer, the
BPHA system ensures a constant delivery of air to each heating capsule.

In conjunction with the metered air supply, O/K International has designed a capsule to
efficiently transfer the maximum amount of heat from the heating element to the metered air
stream and to direct it uniformly onto the bag.

An insulated heating chamber ensures that radiant heat losses are substantially reduced,
resulting in lower case temperatures and increased efficiency.

2.3 INITIAL SETTING UP

Before operating the OK Supersealer, it is important that the following checks be carried out.

1) The mounting bracket normally supplied with the sealer has four jacking screws that
can be adjusted to level the sealer.

If operating the sealer with a conveyor, the bottom plates must be made parallel
to the conveyor.

2) To prevent movement of the machine during operation, turn the four jacking screws of
the base until they contact the floor.

Note: Customers supplying their own mounting arrangements (i.e. purchasing “head-only”
units) should ensure that they provide a way for carrying out the above adjustments.

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3. SETTING UP TO SEAL BAGS

3.1 THE BASIC CONTROLS EMERGENCY STOP

START
Lit when power
supply is ON.
Press to start
the sealer.

COOL DOWN /OFF


Press and the heaters will
be turned off immediately,
but sealer will continue to
run 5 minutes to cool down.
Press and hold for 5
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER seconds and sealer will stop
Lit when sealer is operating. without cool down.
Unlit when sealer is OFF or in
“Cool-Down” mode
(see page 11 for operating
instructions).
CONTROL POD - FRONT

SPEED ADJUSTER
Recessed 10-turn
spindle requires
screwdriver to adjust.

CONTROL POD - REAR

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3. SETTING UP TO SEAL BAGS

3.2 TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER - OPERATION

The OK Supersealer is fitted with four heating capsules controlled by one PID controller.
Before setting up your sealer, it is important that you familiarize yourself with the basic
operation of the temperature controller.

To set the desired temperature, press and hold the star button. The display will flash °C and
the set point. While holding the star press and hold either the up or down arrow to change
the set point.

Heat On

Hold Star
Press to Change

In normal operation this is the only adjustment that should be required.

Note: The PID has been programmed to optimum settings.

Please contact us if adjustments are required.

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3. SETTING UP TO SEAL BAGS

3.3 THE FOUR FACTORS


There are four parameters that must be set up correctly in order to achieve quality seals:
1) Synchronization of speed – between the sealer and conveyor
2) The temperature of the sealing air
3) The elevation (height) of the heating capsules
4) The pressure between the Pressure Wheels

3.3.1 Synchronization - Speed of OK Supersealer MUST match the speed of the conveyor.

It is important that the speed of the sealer is matched exactly with the speed of the conveyor.
Failure to ensure this will result in low quality or patchy seals as the top of the bags may
pulled out of the sealer. All OK Supersealers are provided with variable speed adjustment.

To adjust speed
Insert a small flat screwdriver into the hole at the rear of the control pod and adjust the speed
of the sealer by turning either clockwise (increase speed) or counter-clockwise (decrease
speed).

INSERT A SMALL FLAT


SCREWDRIVER INTO THE
RUBBER GROMMET

To check that speed is correct


Feed a strip of paper of suitable length into the sealer so that its bottom end is just clear of
the conveyor belt. Observe the amount of speed difference between the strip and the belt
during its travel. Adjust the sealer speed until there is no discernable difference.

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3. SETTING UP TO SEAL BAGS

3.3.2 Temperature

The OK Supersealer is fitted with four heating capsules controlled by one PID temperature
controller.

Once the temperature has stabilized at the set-point, feed an empty bag into the machine.

Check the quality of the seal. If the bag is not sealed, increase the temperature by 25°C
increments until you start to achieve partial or easily separated seals. Now increase by 10°C
increments until a strong seal is achieved. If the bag appears melted, decrease the
temperature by 25°C increments until the seal is lost. Now increase by 10°C increments until
a strong seal is achieved.

3.4.3 Heater Capsule Elevation

Once you have a strong seal, check that the heat line is in the center of the sealed area. If it
is not, the heating capsule height can be adjusted as shown below:
T o r a i s e c aps ule,
Capsule t u r n c lock wi s e.
Mounting T o l ow er, t urn
Screw c ount er-cl ock wis e

Check that the capsules are level after


any height adjustment
Approx. 5/16" or 8mm
H1 H3

H2 H4

H3 H1
H1, H2 - 5/16" or 8 mm
H3, H4 - 1/4" or 6 mm from heater lip to top of carry belts,
H4 H2
NOT bottom plates
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3. SETTING UP TO SEAL BAGS

3.3.4 Pressure

The function of the pressure wheels is to seal plastic sides of the bag together. The amount
of pressure that is needed to do this varies.

Generally - thin, uncontaminated materials will require light pressure.


- thick, heavily dusted films will require substantial pressure.

Some experimenting may be needed to achieve the best results for your product and bag
material.

It is important that the pressure wheels be set correctly to ensure not only quality seals, but
also the life of the pressure wheels.

NEW machines leaving the factory are adjusted to suit a broad range of bags, thus requiring
adjustments of only the spring pressure to achieve good results.

However, maintenance staff should make themselves familiar with all the necessary
adjustments by reading the section on “Setting-Up the Pressure Wheels” in the maintenance
section of this manual (page 15-18)

ADJUSTMENT OF SPRING PRESSURE

INCREASE

ALLEN KEY

DECREASE

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4. FINE TUNING

The basic “Four Factors” setting-up procedure (page 13) will produce satisfactory sealing
performance in most cases. However, for certain bag materials and/or thicknesses, it may be
necessary to carry out some fine tuning of the sealer to obtain the best results.

The OK Supersealer has several further adjustments built into it in order to achieve the
optimum seal quality, and you may need to experiment with these in certain cases.

4.1 The Pressure Adjuster


In the basic setting-up procedure (page 15), it was shown how to increase or decrease the
pressure exerted on the bag by adjusting the screw in the end of the pressure adjuster
barrel.

In most cases, the tip of the spring plunger should just contact the sliding block on which the
pressure wheel is mounted, to take up any slack when the pressure wheels are in contact.
This arrangement will reduce the wearing effects on the faces of the pressure wheels.
However, when sealing thick materials or paper/poly bags, this set-up can produce too much
pressure on the seal, and it may be necessary to withdraw the barrel & plunger assembly by
a small amount to achieve the best seals.

To carry out this adjustment:

1. RE LE ASE CLA MP SCRE W.


R E -TI G HTE N CLA M P S C RE W
A F TE R A DJ US T ME NT.

2. ROTA TE BA RRE L CO UNTE R-


CLOCKWI SE TO PRODUCE SMALL
GAP HE RE .

NOTE:
The barrel should be turned only about 20° at a time until the optimum setting is achieved.

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4. FINE TUNING

4.2 Pressure Wheel Alignment


For the best seal performance, it is important that the pressure wheels be correctly aligned.
The faces of the wheels should be in full contact across their width and on the same level.

CORRECT
 VERTICAL MISALIGNMENT
 ANGULAR MISALIGNMENT

NOTE: THE ACTUAL AMOUNT OF MISALIGNMNET WILL BE SMALL; THE ILLUSTRATIONS ARE
EXAGGERATED FOR CLARITY. TURN THE JACKING SCREWS ABOUT A HALF-TURN BEFORE
RE-TIGHTENING THE ATTACHMENT SCREWS AND CHECKING THE RESULT.

To Correct any misalignment proceed as follows:

1. LOOSEN THE BOTTOMPLATE


ATTACHMENT SCREWS ON EITHER
OR BOTH PLATES DEPENDING ON
WHICH WHEEL IS MISALIGNED.

2. ADJUST THE JACKING SCREWS TO RE-ALIGN THE WHEELS. NOTE:


 ANGULAR MISALIGNMENT: ADJUST ONE JACKING SCREW AT A TIME TO TILT THE PRESSURE
WHEEL.
 HORIZONTAL MISALIGNMENT: ADJUST BOTH JACKING SCREWS EQUALLY.

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4. FINE TUNING

After making the adjustment, view the pressure wheels through the outfeed bulkhead to
confirm that they are correctly aligned.

4.3 Heating Capsule Adjustments

In the basic set-up procedure it was explained how to alter the height of the heating capsules
(page 14).

It is also possible to alter the spacing between the capsules. This can be beneficial in
increasing the ‘spread’ of heat on the bag, especially when using pressure wheels wider than
the standard 6mm.
Loosen these screws about a half-turn and
push the capsule forward or backward as
required.
GAP BETWEEN OPPOSING CAPSULES:
VARIABLE 3.5mm to 11.5mm

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5. HOW TO -

5.1 CHANGE PRESSURE WHEELS

1. PULL IDLER PULLEY AWAY FROM


PRESSURE WHEEL DRIVE BELT. 2.
2. REMOVE BELT.

3.
1.

4. PULL PRESSURE
WHEEL OFF SHAFT.

4.

3. UNSCREW AND REMOVE


PRESSURE WHEEL
RETAINER.

Replace in reverse order, making sure pressure


wheel is fully seated on the shaft. Tighten the
retainer firmly but DO NOT over tighten.

CHECK THAT PRESSURE WHEEL ROTATES


FREELY.

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5. HOW TO -

5.2 ADJUST THE PRESSURE WHEEL SLIDES

Holding the top of the pressure


wheel retainer, shake from side
to side.
There should be NO free
movement or play.

If play is present, proceed as


below.

With an Allen key tighten both


adjuster screws a small
amount at a time until all side
shake is eliminated but there
is still an easy sliding motion
front to back.
A fraction of a turn may be all
that is needed to take out any
wear or play.

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5. HOW TO -

5.3 CHANGE THE AIR INTAKE FILTER PAD

The filter pad should be examined at regular intervals.

In dusty environments this should be done weekly.


In clean environments this may be done monthly.

Release the pad as shown and either clean or replace as necessary.

1. ISOLATE MACHINE

2. RELEASE
RELEASECOVER
COVERLATCHES
LATCHES

3. LIFT
LIFTCOVER
COVER

4. PRY
PRYOFF
OFFFILTER
FILTERCOVER
COVER

5. CLEAN or REPLACE
REPLACE FILTER
FILTERPAD
PAD

Spare pads
Spare padsPt.
Pt.No.
No.0131009A
0131009A––pack
packof of
5 5

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5. HOW TO -

5.4 REMOVE INFEED BELT GUARDS

Standard Guards

Remove the 4 allen bolts


and lift off the guards.

Half Guards used in conjunction


with a Bag Top Trimmer (removed
for clarity)

NOTE: POWER TO THE MACHINE MUST BE OFF AND DISCONNECTED


BEFORE AND WHILE THESE GUARDS ARE REMOVED

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5. HOW TO -

5.5 CHANGE THE MAIN CARRYING BELTS


In order to change the carrying belts it is necessary to remove the bottom plate assemblies
from the mainframe due to the belts passing through the slots in the infeed bulkhead.
All other components on the bottom plates may be changed without having to remove the
plates.

Step 1. - Loosen motor clamping


screw and remove drive belt.

Step 2. - Disconnect air tubes from


all four heating capsules.
(Push in collar on elbows before
pulling tube out.)

Step 3. - Remove bag top guides and


mounting bracket.

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5. HOW TO -

5.5 CHANGE THE MAIN CARRYING BELTS – Cont’d

Step 4. - Loosen the drive coupling


screws (2 in each coupling) two turns
and push the couplings up to the
bottom of the driveshaft housing.
Remove out the torque discs.

Step 5. - Loosen the jacking screws on all


four hinge blocks about three turns to reduce
the pressure between the opposing carrying
belts.
This makes it easier to both remove and
replace the bottom plate assemblies.

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5. HOW TO -

5.5 CHANGE THE MAIN CARRYING BELTS – Cont’d

Step 6. - Remove bottom plate


mounting screws, one plate at a
time, and maneuver downwards
and away from frame.

Step 7. - To change carrying belt,


release retaining nut on tension
pulley and push pulley along slot to
enable belt to be removed.

S tep 8. - Repl a c e belt a nd t e ns io n by g en t ly


s q u ee z i n g pul l ey b ac k be t we e n t h um b an d
f or ef in g er b ef o r e t i ght en i ng r et ai n i n g nut .
I MP O RT ANT – belt s houl d be tens i oned only
e n ou gh t o r em o v e a ny s l ac k .

DO NOT OVERTENSION

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5. HOW TO -

5.5 CHANGE THE MAIN CARRYING BELTS – Cont’d


After changing the carrying belts, mount bottom plates into the frame. It is best to install the
rear plate first, followed by the front assembly.

Tighten all of the mounting screws then set the gap between the plates as follows:

Step 9. - Screw in the jacking screws on all


four hinge blocks until the gap between the
hinge tongues nearest the center of the
sealer is about 0.5mm

Step 10 - Check that the gap between


the bottom plates is between 4.2 and
4.5mm and is parallel along their
length.
Adjust the jacking screws until this
measurement is achieved and until the
gap lies central to the infeed and
outfeed slots in the bulkheads.

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5. HOW TO -

5.6 HOW TO CHANGE A HEATING ELEMENT

1. Isolate sealer power from the electrical supply.


2. Open the control cabinet at the rear of the sealer and disconnect the relevant heater
terminals. See wiring diagram (pages 53-54) if in doubt.
3. Release strain relief nut and pull the element cable through to the front compartment.

4. Unscrew capsule retaining screw and lift out complete


capsule assembly.

5. Unscrew element retainer screws and pull element


and retainer away from capsule body.

6. Remove retainer.

7. To install the new heating element, reverse the above procedure (don’t forget to place the
element retainer over the element before insertion into the capsule body!). Check the capsule
alignment (see page 14) before switching the sealer back on.

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6. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

6.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE


In order that that the sealer continues to operate correctly and efficiently, it is important that
routine maintenance be carried out on a regular basis.

THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN VERY DUSTY


ENVIRONMENTS.

In addition to regular cleaning of the filter pad (see page 21) we suggest that the following
procedures should be carried out weekly:

ISOLATE THE MACHINE FROM THE MAIN SUPPLY


BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE WORK

RM1. Open front cover and remove infeed belt guards.


Use a low pressure airline to blow out any accumulated debris on the bottom plate
assemblies and front cover.

RM1

RM2. Ensure that the bag top guide rails or top belt are free of any debris.

RM2

6. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE -

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6.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
RM3. Remove the pressure wheel drive belts and check that the wheels and ball slides
operate freely (pull back against the pressure adjuster spring and release), and that
there is no side play. Adjust if necessary – see page 20. Also check that the
pressure wheel surfaces are not worn.
RM3

Free movement this way.

No shake this way.

Check pressure
faces for wear.

RM4. Remove heating capsules nos. 2 & 4 and check that there is no melted plastic
adhering to the outlet holes. At the same time, check capsules 1 & 3 and remove if
necessary to clean. Check that the thermocouple on capsule no.1 is correctly
aligned with the outlet slot.

RM4

Ensure outlet holes are free of debris.

3/32" or 4mm from lip


IMPORTANT
Chec k t hermoc ouple tip is loc at ed
i n mi d dl e of o utl e t s l o t .

Note: after replacing heating capsules, check that they are


correctly aligned.

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6. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
6.2 FAULT DIAGNOSTICS - SEAL
The chart below is intended as a general guide only, due to the large number of variables that govern the obtaining of a good seal. If you
have a continuing problem that cannot be solved by the suggestions below, you should contact our sealer technical section who will be
happy to provide assistance.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY


Fan not working Check operation & replace if necessary.
Pressure wheels not in contact Check free movement of slide (manual page 20).
Fan filter clogged up Clean (manual page 21).
No seal despite Capsules not aligned correctly Raise, lower or straighten as required (manual page 14/18).
increasing the Reduce bag overfill at filling station.
temperature Excessive contamination of bag top Increase height of seal above contents.
by the product being sealed Increase bag height.
Contact O/K International for bag top cleaning devices.
Bag material not thermoweldable Contact bag manufacturer.
Capsules not aligned correctly Raise, lower or straighten as required (manual page 14/18).
Insufficient pressure between Increase pressure (manual page 15/16).
pressure wheels
Reduce bag overfill at filling station.
Partial contamination of bag top by Increase height of seal above contents.
the product being sealed Increase bag height.
Intermittent seal
Contact OK International for bag top cleaning devices.
Fan filter clogged up Clean (manual page 21).
Sealer/conveyor speeds not Adjust sealer speed (manual page 13).
synchronized
Large moisture drops or intermittent Process/operating environment change
condensation in the seal area Increase height of seal above contents.

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6. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
6.2 FAULT
7 DIAGNOSTICS - SEAL
Seal line not straight Sealer/conveyor speeds not Adjust sealer speed (manual page 13).
or runs off bag synchronized
Heating capsules are set too close Increase capsule transverse width (manual page 18).
Seal is good but
to bag
seal impression is
narrow Insufficient pressure between Increase pressure (manual page 15/16).
pressure wheels
Excessive wrinkling
above or below seal Heating capsule height incorrect Adjust capsule(s) height (manual page 14).
line
Change in sealing
quality for no Change in bag material or quality Contact bag manufacturer.
apparent reason
Seal failure rate is
unacceptably high
Incorrect pressure wheel type Contact O/K International for advice.
despite correct
setting-up

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PARTS

32
16
13 9 30
10 12
20 2
22 11 31
37
24 36
40 26
38
25
17
39
23

33 43 28
21
32 27
3 29
19
7 42
14
4
15
5 NOTE:
35
6 FOR L to R FEED MACHINES ALL
COMPONENTS ARE IDENTICAL
5
APART FROM THOSE SHOWN IN
17 BOLD TYPE IN THE PARTS LIST. SEE
AUXILIARY TABLE FOR
41
34 ALTERNATIVE COMPONENTS

8
1
18

7.11 BOTTOM PLATE ASSEMBLY


SLIDING PRESSURE WHEEL
R-L FEED ~ NARROW CARRYING BELT

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ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 1 0112002-1 Bottom plate LH 23 2 0114023 Jacking plate
2 1 0112100NB Main drive pulley, type NB 24 4 MS01.050.08 Screw, sktcap., M5 x 8
3 1 0112024 Carrying belt,,narrow 25 4 MS11.050.20 Setscrew, M5 x 20
4 1 0112400 CB Tension pulley, SSNB 26 2 MS01.030.06 Caphead, M3 x 6
5 3 0112018 Pressure plate, sprung, short 27 2 0182018 ballcage assy.
6 1 0112015 Pressure plate, sprung, with notch 28 1 0122210 Block & shaft, type SSNB
7 1 0112017 Pressure plate, sprung, p/wheel 29 2 0182017 V' guide, type SSNB
8 1 0112014 Pressure plate, with guide 30 1 0122021 Retainer, BB type pressure wheels
9 1 0112003 Idler arm 31 1 0122072 Pressure wheel, 6mm coarse knurl
10 1 0132500 PW Idler assy (typ.SS) 32 7 0112011 Spring, pressure plate
11 1 0112007 Torsion spring, LH 33 7 0112010 Retainer, pressure plate spring
12 1 0112025 Drive belt, pressure wheels 34 2 0112022 Bracket, belt guard mounting
13 1 0112009 Hinge bolt, idler arm 35 2 0112023 Fastener receptacle
14 2 MS02.050.12 Screw, sktcsk., M5 x 12 36 1 0132012 Spring
15 3 MS02.040.10 Screw, sktcsk., M4 x 10 37 1 MS11.010.12 Setscrew, M10 x 12 long
16 2 MS11.060.06 Setscrew, M6 x 6 38 1 0132013 Adjuster body
17 8 MS01.060.08 Screw, sktcap., M6 x 8 39 1 0112303 Plunger
18 1 MS09.060.25 Screw, hex.hd., M6 x 25 40 1 0112301 Mounting block, P/adj.
19 1 MN01.06 Nut, full, M6 41 3 MS03.060.08 Screw, sktbutton, M6 x 8
20 1 MS02.040.08 Screw, sktcsk., M4 x 8 42 2 MS02.060.12 Screw, sktcsk., M6 x 12
21 1 0114050L Capsule mounting bar sub.-NBLH 43 1 MS11.030.06 Setscrew, M3 x 6
22 2 0114022 Alignment plate assy.

For LEFT to RIGHT FEED MACHINES SUBSTITUTE THE FOLLOWING PARTS IN PLACE OF THOSE SHOWN ABOVE
0112002-1 Bottom plate LH 0112001 Bottom plate RH
for 0112007 Torsion spring, LH substitute 0112008 Torsion spring, RH
0114050L Capsule mounting bar, NBLH 0114050R Capsule mounting bar, NBRH

7.11 BOTTOM PLATE ASSEMBLY – PARTS LIST


c/w SLIDING PRESSURE WHEEL
R to L FEED ~ NARROW CARRYING BELT

34
29
NOTE: 6
FOR L to R FEED MACHINES ALL 20a 11
COMPONENTS ARE IDENTICAL 5
APART FROM THOSE SHOWN IN 5a
BOLD TYPE IN THE PARTS LIST. SEE 20 2
AUXILIARY TABLE FOR
ALTERNATIVE COMPONENTS 19 12
15
26

24 16
25 22 32

23 9
3 31
13
4 33

7 28 17
30
10
7a
12
8

18 21

9
1

14 27

7.12 BOTTOM PLATE ASSEMBLY


c/w FIXED PRESSURE WHEEL
R to L FEED ~ NARROW CARRYING BELT

35
ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 1 0112001 18 4 MS01.060.08
Bottom plate RH Screw, sktcap., M6 x 8
2 1 0112100 CB drive pulley assy 19 1 0122020 Fixed shaft, type SSNB
3 20 1 0122070 Pressure wheel, 6mm plain
1 0112014
Pressure plate, with guide 20a 2 6000RS Bearing
4 1 0112018 Pressure plate, sprung, short 21 1 0114050R Capsule mntg. bar, type NBRH
5 1 0132500 PW Idler assy (typ.SS)
22 1 0112089
5a 2 606VV Bearing Pressure plate, long, fixed
6 1 0112025 Drive belt, pressure wheels 23 1 0112015 Pressure plate, with notch
7 1 0112400 CB Tension pulley, SSNB
24 1 0182009
7a 1 6001RS Bearing Pressure plate, fixedPW, NB
8 1 0112024 Carrying belt,narrow 25 3 0112011 Spring, pressure plate
9 7 MS03.060.08 Screw, sktbutton, M6 x 8 26 3 0112010 Retainer, pressure plate spring
10 3 MS02.040.10 Screw, sktcsk., M4 x 10 27 2 0112022 Bracket, belt guard mounting
11 1 0112009 Hinge bolt, idler arm 28 2 0112023 Fastener receptacle
12 3 MS02.040.08 Screw, sktcsk., M4 x 8 29 1 0122021B Retainer, pressure wheels
13 1 MN01.06 Nut, full, M6 30 2 0114023 Jacking plate
14 1 MS09.060.25 Screw, hex.hd., M6 x 25 31 2 0114022 Alignment plate assy.
15 1 0112003 Idler arm 32 4 MS01.050.08 Screw, sktcap., M5 x 8
16 1 0112008 33 4 MS11.050.20
Torsion spring, RH Setscrew, M5 x 20
17 2 MS11.060.06 Setscrew, M6 x 6

For LEFT-RIGHT FEED MACHINES SUBSTITUTE THE FOLLOWING PARTS IN PLACE OF THOSE SHOWN ABOVE
PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION
0112001 Bottom plate RH 0112002-1 Bottom plate LH
for 0112008 Torsion spring, RH substitute 0112007 Torsion spring, LH
0114050R Capsule mounting bar, NBRH 0114050L Capsule mounting bar, NBLH

7.12 BOTTOM PLATE ASSEMBLY - PARTS LIST


c/w FIXED PRESSURE WHEEL
R to L FEED ~ NARROW CARRYING BELT

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7.2 MAIN DRIVE ASSEMBLY

37
ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
3 1 0113011 Driveshaft, long + brngs
4 1 0113012 Driveshaft, short + brngs
4a 2 6002RS Top bearing
4b 2 6201RS Bottom bearing
0126010 M/Gbox, 220/440V, 25:1, R to L
1 0126011 M/Gbox, 220/440V, 25:1, L to R
5 of the
following 0126012 M/Gbox, 220/440V, 15:1, R to L
0126013 M/Gbox, 220/440V, 15:1, L to R
6 1 MW01.10 Washer, M10
7 1 MS09.100.20 Hex screw, M10 X 20
8 1 0113006 Drive pulley, 20L050
9 2 0135102 Key, 6 x 25
10 1 0133009 Drive belt
11 1 MC02.12 Circlip, ext., 12dia.
12 1 MW03.10 Washer, M10
13 1 MS09.100.60 Hex bolt, M10 x 60
14 2 0113016 Upper drive coupling
15 2 0113017 Torque disc
16 4 MS11.050.10 Setscrew, M5 x 10
17 1 MW01.08 Washer, M8
18 1 MS09.080.20 Screw, hex.hd., M8 x 20
19 2 0113015 Gear, maindrive
20 3 MS01.050.20 Screw, sktcap., M5 x 20
21 3 MS01.050.50 Screw, sktcap., M5 x 50
22 1 0113005 Driven pulley, 19L050
23 1 0133017 Shaft, M/Gbox, 19dia.
24 1 0133014 Taperlok bush, 19mm bore
25 1 0133010 Motor mount
26 4 MW01.06 Washer, M6
27 4 MW05.06 Washer, spring, M6
28 4 MS09.060.16 Screw, hex.hd., M6 x 16

7.2 MAIN DRIVE ASSEMBLY – PARTS LIST


MK2B

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SPEED CHARTS for SS1/SS2
25:1 RATIO GEARMOTOR

MOTOR / DRIVEN MOTOR / DRIVEN MOTOR / DRIVEN MOTOR / DRIVEN


20 + 19 STANDARD 20 +15 OPTIONAL 28 + 19 OPTIONAL 28 + 15 OPTIONAL
255 BELT 240 BELT 270 BELT 255 BELT
Hz FT/MIN Hz FT/MIN Hz FT/MIN Hz FT/MIN
20 12.3 20 15.6 20 17.3 20 21.6
25 15.4 25 19.6 25 21.5 25 27.3
30 18.4 30 23.5 30 26.0 30 32.6
35 21.6 35 27.5 35 30.2 35 38.2
40 24.7 40 31.3 40 34.6 40 43.9
45 27.9 45 35.3 45 39.1 45 49.3
50 31.0 50 39.3 50 43.5 50 54.8
55 34.2 55 43.2 55 47.7 55 60.6
60 37.3 60 47.2 60 52.0 60 65.8
65 40.1 65 50.8 65 56.3 65 70.3
70 42.9 70 54.5 70 60.1 70 76.1
75 45.9 75 58.0 75 63.8 75 80.2
80 48.5 80 61.4 80 67.6 80 85.7

7.3 GEARMOTOR SPEED CHART

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15:1 RATIO GEARMOTOR

MOTOR / DRIVEN MOTOR / DRIVEN MOTOR / DRIVEN MOTOR / DRIVEN


20 + 19 STANDARD 20 + 15 OPTIONAL 28 + 19 OPTIONAL 28 + 15 OPTIONAL
255 BELT 240 BELT 270 BELT 255 BELT
Hz FT/MIN Hz FT/MIN Hz FT/MIN Hz FT/MIN
20 20.6 20 26.0 20 28.2 20 35.7
25 25.7 25 32.5 25 35.7 25 44.6
30 30.6 30 39.0 30 42.5 30 53.7
35 36.2 35 45.5 35 50.3 35 63.2
40 41.5 40 52.2 40 57.5 40 72.2
45 46.6 45 58.8 45 65.0 45 81.7
50 51.7 50 65.3 50 72.1 50 90.5
55 57.0 55 72.0 55 79.1 55 101.1
60 62.3 60 78.6 60 86.3 60 109.0
65 67.0 65 84.5 65 92.4 65 117.2
70 71.7 70 90.2 70 99.2 70 125.4
75 76.5 75 96.5 75 105.9 75 133.6
80 81.2 80 102.2 80 111.8 80 141.0

*** ALL SPEEDS APPROXIMATE ***

7.3 GEARMOTOR SPEED CHART

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8
9 7 ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
10 6 1 0114106-NHT Heating element, 120V, 400W
0114106C Heating element, washdown
2 0114107 Element retainer
11 3 MS01.040.08 Screw, skctap, M4 x 8
4 0114025 Elbow
5 MS03.040.10 Screw, sktbutton, M4 x 10
6 0114109 Clip, thermocouple
12 7 MS03.060.08 Screw, sktbutton, M6 x 8
5
8 MS01.060.16 Screw, sktcap, M6 x 16
9 MS03.040.06 Screw, sktbutton, M4 x 6
10 0124001 Clip, thermocouple tip
4 11 0115018D Thermocouple
12 0114104 Unicover
13 0214028 Insulating sheet
13 14 0214001A Heater capsule assembly

14 NOTE:
No.1 Capsule shown. Other capsules
may not have a thermocouple attached.

13

12 3
2
5

7.4 HEATER CAPSULE ASSEMBLY


41
7
1 ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 1 0128101 Outfeed support brkt.
2 2 0128102 Bag guide, type 1(standard)
3 4 0128103 Thumb nut, bag guide retainer
7 2 MS03.050.10 Screw, sktbutton, M5 x 10
8 1 0128104L Bag guide, type 2, LH (as reqd.)
9 1 0128104R Bag guide, type 2, RH (as reqd.)

3
2
9

7.5 BAG GUIDE ASSEMBLY

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PRESSURE WHEELS AVAILABLE FOR SS1 & SS2 SEALERS
FOR NARROW BELT SEALERS (TYPE NB)

PART # DESCRIPTION

0122070 6 mm PLAIN
0122072 6mm COARSE STRAIGHT KNURL
0122073 6mm FTDK -FINE DIAMOND KNURL
0122074 6mm MTDK - MEDIUM DIAMOND KNURL
0122075 6mm HTDK - HEAVY DIAMOND KNURL
0122078 6mm RUBBER

0122080 9mm - PLAIN


0122082 9mm- COARSE STRAIGHT KNURL
0122083 9mm - FTDK -FINE DIAMOND KNURL
0122084 9mm - MTDK - MEDIUM DIAMOND KNURL
0122085 9mm - HTDK - HEAVY DIAMOND KNURL
0122079 9mm - RUBBER

0122087 12mm - PLAIN


0122088 12mm - COARSE STRAIGHT KNURL
0122090 12mm - FTDK -FINE DIAMOND KNURL
0122094 12mm - MTDK - MEDIUM DIAMOND KNURL
0122095 12mm - HTDK - HEAVY DIAMOND KNURL
0122089 12mm - RUBBER

7.6 PRESSURE WHEELS


for SS1 & SS2 SUPERSEALERS

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HINGE SET
Pt.No.0131006
OPERATING PIN
MANIFOLD FEED TUBE
Pt.No.0111004
Pt.No.0124002
BRACE PLATE
Pt.No.0121221

SAFETY SWITCH
Pt.No.0115010

GAS STRUT
Pt.No.0121201

CAPSULE FEED TUBE


Pt.No.0124003

7.7 MISCELLANEOUS PARTS

44
7.8 Fan

45
-
SUPERSEALER WITH PERFORATOR
Consumable
950-1179 Rubber ring
950-1180 Glue

Perforator Blade
TK-00181-55-0

Choose One: Choose One:


950-1177 Straight Knurl Rubber Wheel, 6mm 950-1174 Straight Knurl Perforator Blade Wheel, 6mm
950-1176 Plain Rubber Wheel, 6mm 950-1173 Plain Perforator Blade Wheel, 6mm
950-1178 Cross Hatch Rubber Wheel, 6mm 950-1175 Cross Hatch Perforator Wheel, 6mm

7.9 Perforator

46
SUPERSEALER WITH PERFORATOR

Main Carrying Belt


42011035

7.9 Perforator

47
SST1 TRIMMER

48
SST-1 TRIMMER

SEALER TRIM HEIGHT DRIVE COG (2) SPACER (2)

SS-1, SS-2 (3/8" belt) 17mm above bottom plates 0151002A 12mm tall NONE

SB-10, SB-20, SB-30 (3/8" belt) 30mm above bottom plates 875-1051 24mm tall 875-1052 12mm tall

SB-40 (3/4" belt), HCA (3/4" belt) 39mm above bottom plates 875-1053 33mm tall 875-1046 21mm tall

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SST-1 TRIMMER

PART
ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1 0151102 Trimmer back plate 1
2 0151101L Trimmer body, LH 1
3 0151101R Trimmer body, RH 1
4 MS02.050.16 M5 x 16 Flat head screw (NOT SHOWN) 4
5 MS01.060.16 M6 x 16 Socket head screw (NOT SHOWN) 2
6 0151006 Skiving plate, trim side 1
7 0151005 Skiving plate, blade side 1
8 0151008 Trimmer blade 1
9 MS03.040.08 M4 x 8 Button head screw 7
10 0151011 Air mover, 1” 1
11 0151010 Bracket, air mover 1
12 MS01.040.12 M4 x 12 Socket head screw 2
13 MW01.04 Washer, M4 flat 8
14 MN01.04 Nut, M4 2
15 MS09.040.10 M4 x 10 Hex head screw 6
16 0151007 Blade clamp 1
17 0151013A Mounting clamp 1
M8 x 25 Hex head screw for mounting
18 MS09.080.25 clamp 1
19 0151014 Infeed guide clip 4
20 0151015 Infeed guide rod 2
21 MS03.050.12 M5 x 12 Button head screw 1
22 0152001A Clamp ring pulley, NB 2
23 0151009 Clamp ring 4
24 See Table Drive Pulley (see table) 2
25 0152003A Shaft, NB type for ball bearings 2
26 0152004A Thrust cap for ball bearings 2
27 MS02.050.12 M5 x 12 Flat head screw 2
28 MS11.050.06 M5 x 6 Set screw 2
29

31 0151021 Bearing 2
32 885-1019 Jet flow relocation bracket (NOT SHOWN) 1
33 0151021A Bearing 1

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T-PAK INFEED

51
T-PAK INFEED

52
T-PAK INFEED

Part No. Description Qty/Unit

441000 Plate, Main, Right 1


14441001 Plate, Side Support, Left 1
14441003 Support 1
14441018 Main Pulley Assembly 2
14441019 Drive Pulley assembly 2
14441020 Plate, Side Support, Right 1
14441021 Plate, Main, Left 1
14441029 Pressure Plate 2
14441035 Guide Pulley Assembly 2
14441036 Idler Pulley Assembly 4
21441010 Belt, timing, 285L050 2
21441012 Belt, Round, .1875 DIA. 2
24-47-9000 Spring Plunger 2
24-47-9001 Screw, Shoulder, 8 x 10 x M6 2
24-47-9002 Flat Washer, M6 2
24-47-9003 Nut, thin, M6 2
24-47-9007 Screw, Hex Soc., Cap, M6 x 35 2
24-47-9012 Nut, Hex, Self-Locking, M6 4
24-47-9013 Screw, Shoulder, 6 x 10 x M5 4
24-47-9014 Lock washer, M6 2
24-47-9016 Screw, Hex Soc., FH, M4 x 16 7
24-47-9017 Screw, Hex Soc., FH M4 x 20 4
24-47-9018 Screw, Hex Soc., FH, M6 x 20 2
24-47-9019 Screw, Hex Soc., FH M6 x 35 2
67-2310-1 Screw, Shoulder , Pressure Plate 4

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ELECTRICAL

54
RELAY, 24VDC, SPDT SAFETY MONITOR RELAY CONTACTOR, 24VDC

FAN, 24VDC

DISCONNECT SWITCH

SOLID STATE RELAY

POWER SUPPLY PLC, 24VDC INVERTER INVERTER

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSES
P/N DESCRIPTION
P/N DESCRIPTION
0115001B PLC*, TWIDO, 24VDC
0115044 15 Amp fuse, 1/4" x 1 1/4"
* PLEASE SPECIFY IF REVERSING OR
0115044A 10 Amp fuse, 1/4" x 1 1/4"
NON-REVERSING OPTION IS TO BE PROGRAMMED
ELEC-16-
ELEC-05-
016 6.3 Amp fuse, 5mm x 20mm
038A Altivar Inverter, 110 VAC input, 230 VAC output
ELEC-05- 0115036 4 Amp fuse, 5mm x 20mm
038B Altivar Inverter, 110 VAC input, 230 VAC output ELEC-16-
750-1223 Contactor, 24 VDC 012 1 Amp fuse, 5mm x 20mm
750-1224 Relay, 24 VDC, SPDT 75-104 500 mA fuse, 5mm x 20mm
750-1225 Relay base
750-1226 Safety relay
750-1228 Power supply, 100-240 VAC in, 24 DVC out
750-1210 Disconnect switch
0115005A Solid state relay, 25A

750-1227 Temperature controller, 24VDC


0115018D Thermocouple
0114106NHT Cartridge heater, 120 VAC, 400W
0115010A Door limit switch

750-1211 Large fuse holder, 1/4" x 1 1/4"


750-1212 Small fuse holder, 5mm x 20mm
750-1214 Terminal block, double level
750-1217 Cover, double level terminal block
750-1218 Jumper, 2 pole
750-1219 Jumper, 4 pole
750-1230 Grounding terminal block

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GREEN START ASSY RED STOP ASSY

EMERGENCY STOP ASSY

SPEED POTENTIOMETER

TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER

P/N DESCRIPTION
0125005 Speed potentiometer
0115054A Green start button assembly, 2 N.O. contacts
0115057A Red stop button assembly, 1 N.O. contact
0115062A Emergency stop button assembly, 2 N.C. contacts

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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OPERATION ISSUES
1. Sealer won’t turn on, there is no red light on the stop button.

A. Check that the sealer is plugged in.


B. Check that the front cover is closed.
C. Check that the disconnect switch is turned on.
D. Check that the E-stop button is out.
E. Check the main fuse, F1.
F. Actuator for the front cover switch may be out of adjustment. Disconnect
the switch arm from the cover and test the switch manually for activation.

2. Belts are not running, the green light is on, the heat is on.

A. Check the fuse to the drive, F2.


B. Drive has faulted out.
(1) Sealer was turned on before the drive was fully charged. Turn off
the power off for 10 sec. to clear the fault. Turn the power back
on, and wait 5 sec. before starting the sealer.
(2) Under voltage fault has occurred. This can happen when using an
extension cord that is too long or too light. Replace with a
different cord and start again.

3. Temperature never reaches the set point even though some heaters may be hot.

A. Blown fuse to heater H1


B. Heater H1 element burned out.
C. Thermocouple out of proper placement.
D. Bad circuit connection to heater H1.
E. Temperature controller in stop mode, no output light.

4. Belts are stuck running in reverse.

A. Sealer not up to operating temperature yet.


B. Sealer stuck over temperature due to component failure.
C. Blown fuse to heater H1.
D. Heater H1 element burned out.
E. Thermocouple out of proper placement.
F. Bad circuit connection to heater H1.
G. Improper setting in temperature controller.

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OPERATION ISSUES
5. Belts keep switching direction.

A. Temperature reading unstable due to improper thermocouple placement.


B. Alarm range in the temperature controller is set too narrow.
C. PID program in the temperature controller may be set incorrectly, please
call for assistance.

6. Temperature controller displays flashing “ Serr ” . Bad thermocouple

7. Motor belt is jumping.

A. Belt adjustment is too loose.


B. Sealer is jammed.
C. Worn belt or pulleys.

8. Main carrying belt is jumping at the drive pulley.

A. Carrying belt is too loose.


B. Something may be jamming the carrying belts.

9. Main carrying belts jumped out of pressure plates.

A. Bottom plates are bent.


B. Bottom plated may have been flexed enough to move one belt over
the other.
C. Bag has been pulled up too hard at the infeed, taking the belts with it.

10. Bags falling out of sealer.

A. Too much weight in the bag. A support conveyor may be needed.


B. Pressure plates are worn.
C. Main carrying belts are worn.
D. Bottom plate hinge blocks are adjusted too lose to apply pressure to belts.
Adjust as shown in manual section 5.5.

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SEALING ISSUES
1. Bags are coming out not sealed.

A. Not enough heat – increase the temperature.


B. Sealer is running too fast, decrease the speed.
C. Seal wheels out of alignment.
D. Not enough sealing pressure, or wheels not contacting.
E. Heaters out of adjustment.
F. Bad heater.
G. Loss of air flow.
(1) Check for dirty fan filter.
(2) Check fan power supply adjusted to 12 VDC output.
(3) Bad fuse, F9, for fan power supply
(4) Bad fan.
(5) Bad power supply.

2. Seal appears wavy or separates along top or bottom edge.

A. Check seal wheel alignment.


B. Check heater adjustment

3. Bags are not sealing at one end.

A. Operator not inserting bags properly.


B. Bag falling out of belts.
C. The leading edge of the bag is not sealed. The sealer may be running faster
than the conveyor and causing the leading edge of the bag to be pulled out of the heat. Adjust
the sealer and conveyor speeds to match.
D. The trailing edge of the bag is not sealed. The sealer may be running slower than the
conveyor and causing the trailing edge of the bag to be
pulled out of the heat. Adjust the sealer and conveyor speeds to match.

4. Bags falling out of sealer.

A. Too much weight in the bag, support conveyor may be needed.


B. Main carrying belts worn out.
C. Pressure plates worn out.
D. The hinged mount for the bottom plates may be loose. Adjust the
mounting blocks as shown in manual section 5.5..

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SEALING ISSUES
5. Seals are coming out wrinkled.

A. Too little heat getting into the film. Try either increasing the temperature
or decreasing the speed.
B. Too much heat is being applied to the film, causing the softened film to
fall down onto itself. Try either decreasing the temperature or increasing the speed.
C. Heater heights may be out of adjustment.
D. Improper adjustment of the wheels on the bag top trimmer can cause
wrinkles by pulling the top edge of the bag ahead of the belts.

6. Seal breaks easily at the bottom edge.

A. Too much heat causing melted plastic to be squeezed out by the seal
wheels, leaving too little plastic to hold a seal. Adjust speed or temperature.
B. Seal wheels out of alignment causing the bottom edge of the wheels to create an extremely
narrow seal area.
C. Too much pressure on the seal wheels squeezing out melted plastic.

7. Top of the bag being torn off at the seal wheels.

A. Too much heat on the seal allowing too much plastic to be squeezed out.
Adjust temperature or speed.
B. Too much pressure on the seal wheels allowing too much plastic to be
squeezed out of the seal.
C. Seal wheel faces may be sticky from contamination. This can occur from
the seal wheels picking up the ink from some printed bags.

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