FOR USE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY
Preventive Maintenance
Suggestions
The Insta heat seal machines are relatively
maintenance free. For long, trouble-free life,
the following preventive maintenance should be
followed:
1. Do not heat seal items such as buttons,
pins, snaps, or zippers that tend to cut the
silicone rubber pad or scratch the Teflon
heat platen.
2. Periodically clean the Teflon-coated heat
platen with a non-abrasive piece of cloth.
Stubborn stains may be cleaned, when
platen is cool, with mineral spirits.
3. When the heat platen is hot and not in use,
keep in open position (away from the
silicone rubber pad).
4. To prevent soiling of substrate, periodic
wiping of the entire exterior machine,
including platens, with a clean rag is
recommended. If necessary, use mineral
spirits for cleaning a cold machine. Since
mineral spirits are flammable, use
precautions and keep away from sparks,
flame, or hot heat platen.
5. The Model 204 machine requires periodic
lubrication with a high-temperature, non-
melting grease (MPPL023).
A. Lubricate the post, handle and cam
assembly depending upon usage. (Once
every month if used continuously.)
B. There are four (4) points of lubrication:
a) Post
b) Lower Cam
c) Guide Post
d) Upper Pin Area
In addition, occasionally apply a few drops of
heavy machine oil to the upper portion of the
cam assembly.
WARNING
Power cord replacement should be
from the manufacturer only (because it
requires a special prepared cord.)
Replacement of Silicone Rubber
Pads
1. Make sure heat platen is cool.
2. Use tube of MPPC006 silicone adhesive
sealant to bond the silicone rubber pad to
metal platen. NOTE: Read instructions on
the tube package.
3. Be sure that the surface of the silicone
platen is clean. Use a mild solvent such as
mineral spirits.
4. The pad and metal must be thoroughly dry
and clean, before starting the bonding
operation.
5. Apply adhesive sealant to the metal platen.
Spread a thin even coat and apply pad
immediately. Apply pressure and position
pad making sure that there is no air
entrapment.
NOTE: A serrated blade such as used for
laying down rubber floor tiles would be
helpful.
6. Allow to cure overnight under low pressure
at normal room temperature.
General Maintenance
It is recommended that you have the following
items available:
A. Regular screw driver
B. Phillips head screw driver
C. Small adjustable wrench
D. Needle nose pliers with insulated handle
E. Set of Allen wrenches
F. Grease gun
G. Special high temperature grease MPPL023
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