Plas-Ties XL2 Manuale utente
14272 Chambers Road
Tustin, CA 92780
TOLL-FREE: (800) 854-0137
PHONE: (714) 542-4487
FAX: (714) 972-2978
OPERATING MANUAL
FOR
XL2 MACHINES
Proprietary Information of Plas-Ties, Co. Rev 02.28.2017
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Table of Contents
PAGE
Section I: General Information
Intro................................................................... 4
Supplies and Service.......................................... 5
Safety Instructions ............................................. 6-7
Warranty ............................................................ 8
Section II: Specifications
Model Designation ............................................. 9
Performance ...................................................... 9
Power Requirements .......................................... 9
Dimensions........................................................ 9
Spool Replacement............................................ 9
Section III: Operation
Major Component Description/Adjustments ....... 10-11
Product Stages................................................... 12-13
Mounting Options............................................... 14
Pedestal Stand Assembly ................................... 15
Brake Assembly.................................................. 16-17
Loading Twist Tie Material................................... 18-19
Tying Operation .................................................. 20
Chutes and Ribbon Guide ................................... 21
Tying Adjustments .............................................. 22-23
Section IV: Maintenance
General.............................................................. 24
Lubrication......................................................... 24
Preventive Maintenance Record.......................... 25
Section V: Troubleshooting
Solutions Matrix ................................................. 26-27
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
SECTION I: General Information
Thank you for purchasing the XL2 from PLAS-TIES, manufacturers of high
quality twist-tying equipment.
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.
Model designation and electrical requirements are found on the serial plate on the
machine. It is important that you have the correct model for your input power.
Unit comes with standard vertical mount. Additional options include: (1) horizontal
mounting frame and (2) Pedestal with wheels for tying height between 3 and 5 feet.
(see page 14-15)
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With your purchase, we provide FREE on-line technical support for the first 6
months (warranty period). This support is handy for anything from initial set-up
of your machine to identifying replacement parts and basic troubleshooting.
Technicians and Web Based Support Available:
7:00am to 3:00pm
(Pacific Standard Time)
SUPPLIES AND SERVICE
PLAS-TIES twist tie material and service should be ordered from an authorized
dealer, distributor, or:
PLAS-TIES
14272 Chambers Road
Tustin, CA 92780
Telephone: (800) 854-0137 or (714) 542-4487
Fax: (714) 972-2978
Email: [email protected]
When contacting Plas-Ties, please have the following
information handy:
1) Model Number and Serial Number (see name plate)
2) Date of Purchase
3) Number of cycles on machine counter
4) Type of tie material in use
5) Name of part or description (for replacement parts - see Appendix for reference
guide)
SECTION I: General Information
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REQUEST FOR REPAIRS OR SERVICE
For any repair and service requests, please contact customer service at (800)
854-0137 or (714) 542-4487 to obtain an RMA number prior to sending products
back to us.
In addition to the information above and the nature of the problem, it is also important
to leave the spool of material present on the unit when the problem occurred and
send a sample of the item being tied to help in resolving repair issues.
The RMA number issued must be noted on the outside of the shipping box to expe-
dite receipt of repair unit. Please refer to the warranty section for coverage details.
SECTION I: General Information
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The operating procedures outlined in this manual are prepared to
facilitate the successful operating of the XL2 machine.
1) KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE and in working order.
2) KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite accidents.
3) DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use machines in a damp
or wet location, or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist. Keep work
area well lit.
4) KEEP UNAUTHORIZED PEOPLE AWAY. All unauthorized people should be kept
out of work area and away from machine.
5) DO NOT FORCE MACHINE. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
6) USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Do not force machine to do a job it is not designed to
do.
7) DO NOT USE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
8) DIRECT ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO WALL SOCKET IS HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED. If use of extension cord is necessary, make sure your extension
cord is UL and CE approved and in good condition. Your extension cord must also
contain a ground wire and plug pin. Always repair or replace extension cords if they
become damaged.
9) WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
10) MAINTAIN MACHINE WITH CARE. Keep machine clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and keeping machine free of lint.
11) DISCONNECT MACHINE before servicing and when changing spool.
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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. The
use of improper material and replacement parts may result in malfunction and
possible risk of injury, in addition to voiding the warranty.
14) CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the machine, any part that is
suspected of damage should be carefully checked to determine that it would operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
15) NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn the power off, and do
not leave machine until it comes to a complete stop.
16) NEVER ALLOW UNTRAINED USERS TO RUN THIS MACHINE.
17) IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THE INTENDED OPERATION, STOP USING THE
MACHINE. Seek technical assistance or instruction from trained personnel or
manufacturer service department.
SECTION I: General Information
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SECTION I: General Information
CAUTION:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE YOUR XL2
MACHINE BEFORE READING THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
W
Purchaser acknowledges that there are no warranties, expressed or implied, made by
PLAS-TIES, its distributors or sales representatives related to the XL2 machine except
the manufacturer’s warranty against defective materials and workmanship as follows:
PLAS-TIES warrants the XL2 machine to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship at time of delivery. Liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or
exchange of any defective part or parts of the unit providing the same is returned to PLAS
-TIES, transportation prepaid, within 1 year or 300,000 cycles (based on machine
counter), whichever comes first. THE WARRANTY BEGINS FROM THE DATE OF
INSTALLATION AT CUSTOMER SITE AND NOT DATE OF PURCHASE. IN ORDER TO
ACTIVATE THE WARRANTY, THE COMPANY NAME, CONTACT, CITY/STATE, AND
SERIAL NUMBER MUST REGISTERED with PLAS-TIES or PROOF OF PURCHASE
MUST BE PROVIDED. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN LIMITATION OF THE
FULL WARRANTY. THIS IS TO INSURE TOTAL QUALITY ASSURANCE AND 800 TOLL
FREE TECHNICAL SUPPORT.
The warranty is void on any XL2 machine that has been subject to negligence, accident,
misuse, failure to use the equipment as instructed in the manual, or that has been
tampered with.
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. If repairs
are needed, the dealer, distributor or other representative of PLAS-TIES will arrange to
repair or replace parts within the terms of the warranty.
Warranty coverage is limited to the Continental US, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and
Canada.
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SECTION II: Specifications
MODEL DESIGNATION
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.
POWER REQUIREMENTS
120 Volts A.C.
2.0 Amp circuit breaker
60 HZ
PERFORMANCE
Up to 30 ties per minute
2-1/2 full twists on product tied
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT
Length: 40
Height: 17.5
Width at top: 14
Width at front feet: 16
Weight: 50 pounds
SPOOL REPLACEMENTS
Recommended Spools:
Part# 313: 1500’ PL/PA 24 gauge single wire 5/32” width
Part# 314: 1500’ PL 24 gauge single wire 5/32” width
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Brake Assembly: Holds the ribbon spool and creates spool “drag”. No adjustment.
Ribbon Chute: Guides the ribbon through the scissor arms. Critical that the chute is centered
to the slot in the ribbon cutter anvil. Correct chute length must be utilized according to diame-
ter of product. To adjust, see Scissor (page 11).
Ribbon Drive Motor: Pulls ribbon through machine. Adjustment is critical to ensure that de-
sired length of ribbon is pulled through during the tying cycle. To adjust:
1) Loosen the nylon wingnut.
2) Slide the entire ribbon drive assembly and align with the desired length mark on machine
chassis.
3) Tighten the nylon wingnut.
Stop Guide: Ensures product to be tied is centered to the twister. To adjust:
1) Loosen screw.
2) Align appropriate diameter to marker.
3) Tighten screw.
Tying Diameter Adjustment Dial: Provides visual calibration for product diameter, required
ribbon chute length and ribbon length for the ribbon drive motor setting. It is also the fine-
tuning adjustment controller for ribbon length.
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.
2) Check cam position for HOME position.
3) If setting is not correct, loosen set nuts on scissor actuator rod.
4) Turn scissor actuator rod in 1/4 turn increments. (Clockwise = delay) (cc = advance)
5) Test cycle to confirm. Tighten set nuts when correct.
6) Turn idler lockout to engage ribbon feed.
SECTION III: Operation
MAJOR COMPONENT DESCRIPTION/ADJUSTMENTS
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