Operating Instructions

Beck-Thermoschrumpfer

Copyright © beck packautomaten

10/2007 Steinbeisstraße 9
D-72636 Frickenhausen

Version: thB942v5
 Table of contents

Table of contents
1. Safety instructions
1.1. Explanation
1.2. General safety instructions
1.3. Emissions
1.4. Integrating the machine into a production line
1.5. Maximum shrink temperature

2. Transport and erection of the machine

2.1. Transport of the machine
2.2. Erection of the machine
2.3. Initial start-up of the machine

3. Operation
3.1. Operational control elements

4. Installation
4.1. Checks before switch-on
4.2. Switch-on

5. Production setting
5.1. Shrinking of the film
5.2. Passage speed
5.3. Temperature
5.4. Control of air flow

6. Troubleshooting

7. Accessories
7.1. Film pressure rollers (optional)
7.2. Film blowing device (optional)
7.3. Pre-shrink station (optional)
7.4. Cooling station (optional)
7.5. Transport overrun (optional)
7.6. Rail for revolving bars (optional)
7.7. Production monitoring (optional)

8. Machine maintenance
8.1. Transport chain
8.2. Heating elements
8.3. Maintenance plan

APPENDIX depending on machine equipment

 1. Safety instructions

1. Safety instructions
1.1. Explanation

In order to enable a safe handling of the machine possible danger spots are
marked with the key word CAUTION in these operating instructions.

These text passages are marked as follows:

CAUTION: general danger

CAUTION: danger of electricity

CAUTION: danger of hot surface

required personal protective equipment

SAFETY SHOES

required personal protective equipment

PROTECTIVE HELMET

required personal protective equipment

PROTECTIVE GLOVES

Please strictly notice and follow the thus marked safety instructions!
 1. Safety instructions

1.2. General safety instructions

• The machine is equipped with a line filter. The line filter is integrated
BEFORE the main switch. Before starting any maintenance or repair work
inside the control cabinet, the machine must be switched dead. Disconnect
the machine from the mains supply.

CAUTION: Be sure the power supply of the machine is

switched dead in order to avoid danger of
electric shock.
Where injury is suffered from an electric
shock, this can range from burns to death!

• Maintenance work as described in chapter 10 shall only be carried out by

qualified and trained personnel, such as:

work inside the control cabinet

general repair work on the machine

1.3. Emissions

Noise emissions

The noise level in the workplace is 65 dB (A).

Further emissions

If the shrink temperature is too high or if there are film remains in the shrink
zone, corrosive vapours might be produced. Switch off the heating and remove
the film immediately.

CAUTION: After switch-off the Shrink tunnel will

still prevent its shrink temperature for a while.
Very hot! Beware of high danger of burns in
the shrink zone! Such injury may lead to
major burns.
 1. Safety instructions

1.4. Integrating the machine into a production line

If the machine is integrated into an existing production or transport line the

operator of the system will be responsible for that the points of intersection to
the machine will guarantee the personal safety and the product safety.

1.5. Maximum shrink temperature

NOTE: If the shrink temperature is set too high, the

safety thermostat will switch off the machine.

Restart is only possible after the machine has
cooled down!
 2. Transport and erection of the machine

2. Transport and erection of the machine

2.1. Transport of the machine

For transporting the machine you must wear personal protective equipment,
such as: Safety shoes, protective helmet, protective gloves.

The machine can be transported by lifting the discharge end of the machine or
by lifting the machine crosswise to the working direction (left/right) using a
fork lift or an elevating truck. The required fork length is 1800 millimetres.

NOTE: Elevating truck and fork lift must have a

sufficient lifting capacity. Be sure not to move

the truck too fast in order to prevent the
machine from falling off.

2.2. Erection of the machine

For installing the machine you must wear personal protective equipment, such
as: Safety shoes, protective helmet, protective gloves.

The machine rests on a vibration-damped footing. The machine feet are

adjustable in height in order to level the machine. A machine foundation is not
required.

The required space depends on the work site conditions. See that the noise
levels do not add up and that there is enough clearance for maintenance and
repair work around the machine.

The machine needs a three-phase current supply with a loadable neutral lead.
The power consumption is mentioned on the type plate. You will find the type
plate inside the control cabinet.
On special request it is possible to adjust the machine to your power supply or
to add a mains transformer.

NOTE: Check the functioning of the protective

conductor.


 2. Transport and erection of the machine

In special version the machine needs a connection for pneumatic air (optional).
You must provide the connection.
A maximum nominal pressure of 6 Bar may not be exceeded. The machine is
equipped with a maintenance unit.

2.3. Initial start-up of the machine

NOTE: Checks and works as described below shall

only be carried out by qualified and trained

electricians.

Before switching on the machine for the first time the phase sequence rotation
of your electrical feed line needs to be checked by a qualified electrician. The
phase sequence must have a clockwise drive! After check-up the machine can
be switched on.
If the phase sequence is not right, you will have to exchange two phases on
your feed line.

CAUTION: Before exchanging the two phases, be sure the

power supply of the machine is switched dead
in order to avoid danger of electric shock.
Where injury is suffered from an electric
shock, this can range from burns to death!

NOTE: A check-up of the rotary field will also be

required, if the machine is used on various

mobile work sites in your factory.

INFORMATION: If the feed line of your machine is protected

by an earth leakage circuit breaker, you will
have to use a 0.3 amperes (300 mA) switch.
 3. Operation

3. Operation
3.1. Operational control elements

Picture 1 shows the operational control elements inside the control cabinet.

A B C D E F G H

picture 1

A Main switch E Off

B Top heat F Heating
C Bottom heat G Transport
D On H Emergency stop

Main switch (see picture 1 A)

The main switch connects the machine with the supply mains. The line
filter is integrated BEFORE the main switch. Before starting any
maintenance or repair work inside the control cabinet, the machine must
be switched dead. Disconnect the machine from the mains supply.

CAUTION: Be sure the power supply of the machine is

switched dead in order to avoid danger of
electric shock.
Where injury is suffered from an electric
shock, this can range from burns to death!
 3. Bedienung

Thermostat Top temperature (see picture 1, B)

Use thermostat Top temperature to steplessly adjust the top shrink

temperature.

Press the key P on the thermostat. After a short time the desired
temperature (set temperature) is displayed. Press arrow keys
 to
adjust the desired temperature. After adjustment of the desired
temperature press key P again to save the set desired temperature. At
the same time the temperature display changes to the actual value
(current shrink temperature).

Thermostat Bottom temperature (see picture 1, C)

Use thermostat Bottom temperature to steplessly adjust the bottom

shrink temperature.

Press the key P on the thermostat. After a short time the desired
temperature (set temperature) is displayed. Press arrow keys
 to
adjust the desired temperature. After adjustment of the desired
temperature press key P again to save the set desired temperature. At
the same time the temperature display changes to the actual value
(current shrink temperature).

Lighted pushbutton ON (see picture 1, D)

Press the lighted pushbutton ON to switch on the control of the

machine. The control lamp of the lighted pushbutton ON lights up. The
machine is ready to be operated.

Key OFF (see picture 1, E)

Press the key OFF to switch off the control of the machine.

CAUTION: The machine is not yet disconnected from the

supply mains. Danger of electric shock.
Where injury is suffered from an electric
shock, this can range from burns to death!
 3. Bedienung

Key Heating (see picture 1, F)

Press the key Heating to switch on the heaters for shrinking the film.

NOTE: Only when the shrink temperature is reached

the machine will be ready to be operated.


Controller Transport speed (see picture 1, G)

With the controller Transport speed you can steplessly adjust the
passage speed to shrink the products. Be sure to adapt the Transport
speed to the kind of product, the temperature setting, the film quality
and to the thickness of the film.

Key Emergency Stop (see picture 1, H)

Press the key Emergency stop to interrupt the machine sequence in case
of emergency. At the same time the control of the machine is switched
off.

NOTE: If there are still products in the shrinking

zone, you will have to remove the products

immediately. If products are exposed to the
shrink temperature for a long time, they will
be damaged!

CAUTION: After switch-off the Shrink tunnel will

still keep its shrink temperature for a while.
Very hot! Beware of high danger of burns in
the shrink zone! Such injury may lead to
major burns.

CAUTION: The machine is not yet disconnected from the

supply mains. Danger of electric shock.
Where injury is suffered from an electric
shock, this can range from burns to death!
 4. Installation

4. Installation
4.1. Checks before switch-on

Make a thorough visual check before switch-on. Only if the machine is in an

excellent technical condition, you may start installation of the machine.

4.2. Switch-on

• Switch on the Main switch (see picture 1, A). The machine is connected to
the mains supply.

• Press the key ON (see picture 1, B). Transport is running.

• Switch on the key Heating (see picture 1, D). The shrink channel is heated
to the set temperature.

• As soon as the set temperature is reached production can be started.

 5. Product adjustment

5. Product adjustment
The machine must be adjusted to the product and the film quality.

5.1. Shrinking of the film

The shrinking result depends on the following factors:

• Passage speed
• Temperature
• Control of air flow

5.2. Passage speed

The Passage speed depends on film quality and thickness.

Even minimum changes of the Passage speed may affect the shrinking result.
If the Passage speed is set too high, the film will not be shrunk smoothly. If
the Passage speed is set too low, the film will be shrunk too much.

5.3. Temperature

The adjustment of the Temperature depends on film quality and thickness. Be

sure to only use as much heat as necessary. When working a thicker film or
running at a higher passage speed, you must increase the Temperature.
 5. Product adjustment

5.4. Control of upper air flow

A B C B A

picture 2

A upper air control bottom

B upper air control top
C transport bar

At the upper casing on the left and right side of infeed and take-off there is the
upper air flow control bottom (see picture 2, A) respectively the upper air
flow control top (see picture 2,B). By adjusting the air control plates you can
dose and control the upper air supply.

SETTING: The quantity of air for the shrinking of the

products is depending on film quality and
thickness.
 6. Troubleshooting

6. Troubleshooting
film does not shrink properly • temperature too low

• passage speed too high

film does not shrink on top bring upper air deflectors to top
position

film shrinks too much • temperature too high

• passage speed too slow

machine switches off after a • transport chain must be oiled with

short time, contactor special oil, see chapter 8.3.
transport has been activated
• check the chain tension of the
transport chain, see chapter 8.1.

heating-up of the shrink check heating elements and exchange

temperature is too long if necessary, see chapter 8.2.
 7. Accessories

7. Accessories
Your Shrink tunnel can be equipped with several accessories. The equipment
depends on which accessories were included in your order.

7.1. Film pressure rollers (optional)

The Film pressure rollers are fitted at the discharge end of the machine. The
Film pressure rollers will press the film to the sides of the pack, if the products
are sleeve-wrapped.

SETTING:

Open the clamping screws and make the necessary adjustment. Adjustment is
effected from the middle of the transport. Use a product as sample for your
adjustment. The Film pressure rollers must exert a slight pressure to the sides
on the still soft film. In doing so, be sure to observe the spring travel of the
Film pressure rollers.

7.2. Film blowing device (optional)

The Film blowing device is used to blow the bottom film upwards, if products
are sleeve-wrapped. As a result the products are better closed on the sides.

SETTING:

The Film blowing device must be adjusted to the width of the packaging
product. Open the clamping screws in order to do so. Adjustment is effected
from the middle of the transport. In doing so, be sure to observe the angle in
which the air escapes. Use a product as sample for your adjustment.

INFORMATION: If the pneumatic pressure for blowing the film

upwards is set too high, the shrink tunnel
will cool down too much.

7.3. Pre-shrink station (optional)

The Pre-shrink station allows a prior fixing of collation packs. This might be
necessary for some products.

SETTING:

The Pre-shrink station is fitted at the infeed end of the machine. Please refer to
the appendix of this operation instructions for more details. The Pre-shrink
station is specific to design.
 7. Accessories

7.4. Cooling station (optional)

When running at high speed or working very thick film the cooling process of
the film can be increased.

SETTING:

The Cooling station is fitted at the discharge end of the machine. You can
switch the Cooling station ON or OFF by a separate switch. Adjustment is not
necessary.

7.5. Transport overrun (optional)

In case of a voltage drop the bars transport will overrun for a couple of
seconds. If the keys CONTROL OFF or EMERGENCY STOP are pressed,
the working sequence will be interrupted immediately.

INFORMATION: Check whether there are still products in the

shrink zone. In this case the products must be
removed.

CAUTION: After switch-off the Shrink tunnel will

still keep its shrink temperature for a while.
Very hot! Beware of high danger of burns in
the shrink zone! Such injury may lead to
major burns.

CAUTION: After the machine has been switched OFF, the

condensers will still carry voltage for a couple
of minutes.
Be sure to check the voltage on the
condensers, before starting any repair work
inside the control cabinet. The operating
voltage under loaded conditions is 270 Volt
DC.

7.6. Rail for revolving bars (optional)

When working Polyolefin film the packaging products must be transported on

revolving bars. Therefore you must press the Rail for revolving bars towards
the transport.
 7. Accessories

SETTING:

You will find the turning lever for pressing the Rail for revolving bars towards
the transport beneath the machine infeed on the control cabinet side.

7.7. Production monitoring (optional)

The transport of the shrink tunnel is monitored. In case of a fault during

transport of the products, the heaters will be switched off. Transport is still
running. The fault will be displayed by means of a red alarm lamp.
You must immediately remove all products from the shrink channel.

CAUTION: After switch-off the Shrink tunnel will

still keep its shrink temperature for a while.
Very hot! Beware of high danger of burns in
the shrink zone! Such injury may lead to
major burns.
 8. Machine maintenance

8. Machine maintenance
Maintenance work and repair work shall only be carried out by trained
personnel.

Be sure to disconnect the machine from the supply mains before starting any
maintenance or repair work on the machine.

CAUTION: Where injury is suffered from an electric

shock, this can range from burns to death!

CAUTION: After switch-off the Shrink tunnel will

still keep its shrink temperature for a while.
Very hot! Beware of high danger of burns in
the shrink zone! Such injury may lead to
major burns.

8.1. Transport chain

In case of repair work on the transport chain, be sure to check the chain tension
upon completion of your work.

INFORMATION: If the chain tension is too high, the drive

motor will be overloaded. As a result the
contactor of the drive motor will switch of the
machine.

You will find the adjustment for tensioning the transport chain on the left and
right hand side of the machine infeed.

NOTE: The transport chain must be tensioned in

parallel.


8.2. Heating elements

NOTE: Checks and works as described below shall

only be carried out by qualified and trained

electricians.
 8. Machine maintenance

Be sure to disconnect the machine from the supply mains before starting any
maintenance or repair work on the machine.

CAUTION: Where injury is suffered from an electric

shock, this can range from burns to death!

If after a certain period of operation an efficiency loss is noticed, you will have
to check the heating elements.

Functional efficiency check

NOTE: SWITCH OFF before start checking!

Turn Main switch (see picture 1, A) to OFF

position.
(Option: check the voltage on the condensers,
Transport overrun).

CAUTION: Where injury is suffered from an electric

shock, this can range from burns to death!

• Open the control cabinet.

• Interrupt the connection to the respective heating register on the terminal

block. It is absolutely necessary to use the wiring diagram supplied with the
machine as working basis!

• Measure the flow of the heating elements by means of a suitable measuring

instrument (ohmmeter of flow tester) by connecting the measuring
instrument to the disconnected two ends of the cable.
 8. Machine maintenance

Exchanging the heating registers

Be sure to disconnect the machine from the supply mains before starting any
maintenance or repair work on the machine.

CAUTION: Where injury is suffered from an electric

shock, this can range from burns to death!

CAUTION: After switch-off the Shrink tunnel will

still keep its shrink temperature for a while.
Very hot! Beware of high danger of burns in
the shrink zone! Such injury may lead to
major burns.

NOTE: If you must exchange the heating registers, we

recommend exchanging the entire set

belonging to a fan.

NOTE: Be sure to check the insertion depth of the

temperature sensor (see picture 3) after fitting.

Be sure to mount the bead at a

20 mm distance from the
clamping device.

picture 3
 8. Machine maintenance

Bottom heating register

Follow the description step by step:

• open the side door (opposite to control cabinet)

• pull out the lateral insertion
• dismantle the temperature sensor
• disconnect the plug
• exchange the heating register
• insert the plug
• refit the temperature sensor
• insert the lateral insertion
• close the side door

NOTE: Be sure to check the insertion depth of the

temperature sensor (see picture 3) after fitting.


 8. Machine maintenance

8.3. Maintenance plan

Please strictly observe the maintenance schedule. In case of non-maintenance a

warranty claim will not be granted for the respective functions and/or machine
parts.

Be sure to disconnect the machine from the supply mains before starting any
maintenance work on the machine.

CAUTION: Where injury is suffered from an electric

shock, this can range from burns to death!

CAUTION: After switch-off the Shrink tunnel will

still keep its shrink temperature for a while.
Very hot! Beware of high danger of burns in
the shrink zone! Such injury may lead to
major burns.

Transport chain

The transport chain must be oiled with the supplied special oil every 200 hours.

NOTE: Please be sure to use this special oil only,

order number 1093541. The oil is available by

order at beck packautomaten.

to be oiled with chain oil every 200 hours

Cleaning the machine

Cleaning the machine every week

remove film remains