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Elcometer 4340

Motorised Film Applicator

Operating Instructions

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English

This product meets the Electromagnetic Directive, Low Voltage

Directive and the Machinery Directive.

The product is Class A, Group 1 ISM equipment according to CISPR 11

Group 1 ISM product: A product in which there is intentionally generated and/

or used conductively coupled radio-frequency energy which is necessary for

the internal functioning of the equipment itself.

Class A product are suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic

and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which

supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.

is a registered trademark of Elcometer Limited.

All other trademarks acknowledged.

transcribed, stored (in a retrieval system or otherwise) or translated into any

language, in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, magnetic,

optical, manual or otherwise) without the prior written permission of

Elcometer Limited.

A copy of this Instruction Manual is available for download on our Website via

www.elcometer.com.

Doc.No. TMA-0319 Issue 06

Text with Cover No: 19335

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CONTENTS

Section Page

1 About your applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2.1 The parts of your applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2.2 Power input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2.3 The control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.4 Product overflow tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2.5 Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2.6 Setting the carriage start and stop positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

2.7 Fitting attachments to the carriage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3 Mounting the substrate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.1 Mounting using the spring clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.2 Mounting using vacuum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4 Using film applicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5 Using spiral bar coaters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

6 Producing a specimen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

6.1 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

6.2 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

6.3 After application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

7 Heated tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

7.1 Water heated table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

7.2 Electrically heated table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

9 Technical specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

10 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

11 Related equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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hank you for purchasing this Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator.

Welcome to Elcometer.

Elcometer are world leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of

inspection equipment for coatings and concrete.Our products cover all aspects

of coating inspection, from development through application to post application

inspection.

The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator, is a world beating product. With the

purchase of this product you now have access to the worldwide service and

support network of Elcometer. For more information visit our website at

www.elcometer.com

1 ABOUT YOUR APPLICATOR

The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator is a robust, reliable and extremely

flexible machine. The machine is used to prepare a wide variety of product

samples including paint, varnish, cosmetics, glue, etc., on various substrates

such as contrast charts, sheet steel, plastic foils and glass.

The Motorised Film Applicator is designed for use with spiral bar coaters and

film applicators (depending upon attachments specified at time of ordering).

The substrate is held securely in place on the table of the machine by clamp or

vacuumaand the machine spreads the product in a consistent and reproducible

film across the surface.

1.1 These instructions

These instructions describe the operation of the following Elcometer Motorised

Film Applicators:

Model No. Vacuum table type Table heating

Elcometer 4340/10- non-vacuum none

Elcometer 4340/11- non-vacuum external water bathb

Elcometer 4340/12- non-vacuum internal electric element

Elcometer 4340/100 perforated none

Elcometer 4340/101 single channel none

Elcometer 4340/102 double channel none

Elcometer 4340/110 perforated external water bathb

a. Substrate securing method depends upon model.

b. Supplied ready to be fitted with a temperature bath. Temperature bath not included.

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Elcometer 4340/111 single channel external water bathb

Elcometer 4340/112 double channel external water bathb

Elcometer 4340/120 perforated internal electric element

Elcometer 4340/121 single channel internal electric element

Elcometer 4340/122 double channel internal electric element

1.2 Standards

The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator can be used in accordance with the

following standard, ASTM D 823-C.

1.3 What the box contains

• Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator

• Substrate securing clip on table

• Bubble spirit level

• Operating instructions

Your Motorised Film Applicator may be supplied with additional attachments,

depending upon which options were specified at the time of ordering:

• Film applicator attachment (with weight and hexagonal wrench)

• Spiral bar coater attachment (with weight x 2, hexagonal wrench, rubber

mat x 2, and zero bar)

• Film applicator and spiral bar coater attachment (with weight x 3, hexagonal

wrench, rubber mat x 2 and zero bar)

The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator is packed in a cardboard and foam

package. Please ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an

environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local Environmental Authority

for further guidance.

To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer Motorised Film

Applicator please take some time to read these Operating Instructions. Do

not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have

any questions.

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2 GETTING STARTED

This section of the instructions is intended for first-time users of the Motorised

Film Applicator. It contains information on the parts and controls of your

Applicator and advice on safe use of the equipment. When you have finished

reading this section you will be ready to start using the Applicator.

2.1 The parts of your applicator

Figure 1. Parts of the Applicator

(this model fitted with spiral bar coater attachment)

2.2 Power input

The power input socket at the rear of the Applicator (Figure 2) is protected by

two fuses - see “Technical specification” on page 19 for fuse rating.

Figure 2. Power input socket, main on/off switch and fuse holder

Table

Controls

Carriage Substrate

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2.3 The control panel

The Applicator is operated using the controls mounted on the front panel of the

machine. The controls fitted to your Applicator depend upon model number:

Figure 3. Control panels - all models

10-

100

101

102

Carriage speed

Carriage return

Power on/off

Carriage start

Model

Number

11-

110

111

112

Temperature display

Hot surface warning lamp

12-

120

121

122

Temperature control/display

Electrically heated table on/off

Hot surface warning lamp

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2.3.1 Power on/off

To switch on the Applicator, ensure the main power on/off switch at the rear of

the Applicator is in the ‘on’ position and then press the green button on the

control panel. The indicator light in the centre of the button will illuminate.

To switch the Applicator off, press the red button on the control panel.

2.3.2 Carriage start and return

To start the carriage, press carriage start . The carriage will stop when it

reaches the stop position.

To return the carriage to the start, press carriage return . The carriage will

stop when it reaches the start position.

To stop the carriage movement at any time, press the red button on the control

panel.

The start and stoppositions can be adjusted-see“Settingthecarriagestart and

stop positions” on page 8.

2.3.3 Setting the carriage speed

Carriage speed is adjustable; there are 11 preset speeds which are selected by

rotating the carriage speed selector knob.

Note: Do not adjust the carriage speed while the carriage is moving.

Carriage speed

selector position Carriage speed

(mm per second)

210

320

430

540

650

760

870

980

10 90

11 100

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2.4 Product overflow tray

(These instructions apply only to models fitted with a vacuum table)

The product overflow tray acts as a small reservoir to catch waste product which

is pushed off the end of the table by the applicator. The tray can be removed to

allow waste product to be cleaned off.

Figure 4. Product overflow tray

2.5 Caution

The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator has been manufactured with your

safety in mind. However, improper use can result in damage to the Applicator.

Please observe the precautions discussed in these operating instructions.

To reduce the risk of electric shock do not open the housing of the

Applicator. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the Applicator to rain

or excess moisture.

The mains plug on your Applicator may be fitted with a fuse. When replacing

this fuse, ensure a fuse of the correct rating is used.

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2.6 Setting the carriage start and stop positions

Set the start and stop positions of the carriage to adjust the distance the

carriage travels during operation.

To adjust start position

1. Switch machine on.

2. Press carriage start . The

carriage will stop automatically

when it reaches the stop

position.

3. Unscrew knob (2), (Figure 5).

4. Slide knurled knob to new

position and tighten.

To adjust stop position

1. Switch machine on.

2. Press carriage return . The carriage will stop automatically when it

reaches the start position.

3. Unscrew knob (1), (Figure 5).

4. Slide knurled knob to new position and tighten.

Figure 5. Rear of machine showing

carriage start and stop adjustments

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