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USING THE DISPENSER - 27

COROB™ FLEX 900

6.3.3  Use of the can centering device

Place the can in the centering ring of the suitable diameter.

Figure 13

6.3.4  Use of the Bung Hole Locator

1.  After having correctly loaded the can on the shelf  

(chapter 6.3.2), the laser beams will switch on.

2.  Position the can in such a way that the hole on 

the lid is in the center of the laser beams.

Figure 14

Summary of Contents for Flex 900

Page 1: ...PRELIMINARY VERSION 05 2014 207153 ENGLISH COROB FLEX 900 Automatic Dispenser User s Manual...

Page 2: ...ial errors and or inaccuracy of the information herein without notice or commitment on its part The present manual contains all information necessary for the foreseeable and normal use of the COROB pr...

Page 3: ...careful not to fill the canisters with too much colorant In case of overfilling act as indicated in the user s manual The colorant to be poured inside the canisters must be stirred manually Do not use...

Page 4: ...COROB FLEX 900...

Page 5: ...4 3 2 Standard material supplied 17 4 4 Installation 17 4 5 Packing and handling 17 5 START UP 19 5 1 General warnings 19 5 2 Control devices and connections 20 5 3 Electrical connection and start up...

Page 6: ...00 7 6 Cleaning and moistening the humidifier cap sponge 36 8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 39 8 1 Technical data 39 8 2 Dimensions 40 8 3 Declaration of conformity 40 8 4 Reference standards 41 8 5 Warran...

Page 7: ...cturer Some of the illustrations in this manual were taken from prototypes some details may differ on machines in standard production 1 1 1 Conventionally used graphics Boldface type is used to highli...

Page 8: ...Definitions OPERATOR A person familiar with the methods to produce paints or similar products assigned to operate and use the machine by its controls and to load and unload production materials with...

Page 9: ...stare the light source of the Laser Bung Hole Locator Class II laser product If the machine catches fire never use water Use only dry powder or carbon dioxide fire extinguishers and strictly follow th...

Page 10: ...ipment for eyes and hands Below are some of the most common warnings and safety precautions provided by colorant manufacturers 1 Harmful if swallowed 2 Avoid eye and skin contact In case of eye and sk...

Page 11: ...ons Keep the room suitably ventilated Wear appropriate personal protective equipment safety goggles gloves and mask chapter 2 2 chapter 6 5 Contact or inhalation of colorants during the cleaning opera...

Page 12: ...RE INTO BEAM 1 mW max 630 650 nm EN 60825 1 2003 7261010772 3 4 7261011370 MODEL YEAR S N XXXXXXXX XXXXX XXXXX COROB S p A Via Agricoltura 103 S Felice s P MO ITALY Figure 1 1 Identification plate cha...

Page 13: ...s enamels and inks of the desired hue chosen by means of the machine management software 1 3 2 4 5 Figure 2 The dispenser consists of 1 Dispensing area and can handling system 2 Off line button 3 Uppe...

Page 14: ...positioning of the can under the dispensing nozzles The Lift manual shelf is fixed to the machine and can be raised or lowered by the operator The shelf is provided with a locking handle that must be...

Page 15: ...The Sliding cap is a simple cap which opens thanks to the push applied to the opening bar while the can is being positioned The cap closes when the can is removed The system checks that the cap is pr...

Page 16: ...31 mm Lift manual shelf standard Sliding cap standard Sliding Autocap optional Laser Bung Hole Locator B H L optional Side computer support arm optional Hole diameter for pre punched cans flow diamete...

Page 17: ...10 C 50 F and 40 C 104 F and relative humidity between 5 and 85 without condensation WARNING The environment working conditions are strictly related to the type of colorants used ask for information f...

Page 18: ...zed technical service or your dealer 1 Remove cover A 2 Remove cardboard box 3 Remove machine wrapping 1 3 2 B A Figure 3 DANGER Should the machine appear damaged during shipping do not attempt to sta...

Page 19: ...3x B A Figure 4 10 Fix cover A frontally to the pallet and place the two sliding plates B previously removed from inside the packing Grasp then the machine on the sides then slide it slowly to the gr...

Page 20: ...16 SHIPPING HANDLING AND UNPACKING COROB FLEX 900 4 3 1 Adjusting the support feet PH2 To open machine panels 1 x 17 mm To adjust machine feet 1 2 Figure 5 1 2 3 a b a Figure 6...

Page 21: ...essories to be installed on the machine Make sure that all of the above items are included in the packing if not contact the manufacturer 4 4 Installation Once the machine has been unpacked and placed...

Page 22: ...18 START UP COROB FLEX 900...

Page 23: ...ower the machine Do not use multisockets to connect other equipment to the same socket that powers the machine WARNING Do not attempt to power the machine from a source having specifications other tha...

Page 24: ...of fuses is shown in the technical specifications table chapter 8 1 3 Main plug 4 RS232 serial port For the connection to the management computer 5 USB serial port 6 Off line button with ON lamp To in...

Page 25: ...T UP 21 COROB FLEX 900 5 3 Electrical connection and start up 1 2 3 a 0 b Figure 9 When the software is launched it offers the operator a series of procedure requests including initialization chapter...

Page 26: ...the computer had been shut down To send new operating parameters set via the management software For more information about the Initialization function refer to the software user s manual 5 6 Use of...

Page 27: ...functions help keep the colorant preserved and homogeneous Should it be essential to shut down the machine avoid keeping it off for extended periods of time When the machine is not being used shut of...

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Page 29: ...hoice of the liquid depends on the nature of the colorants and must be done directly by the manufacturer of the products used Carry out system Initialization and Purge 6 3 Running the machine The oper...

Page 30: ...sition must be such that it allows the can to be lately placed to push the cap opening bar With sliding Autocap the shelf position must be such that it does not cause the can to interfere with the ope...

Page 31: ...the centering ring of the suitable diameter Figure 13 6 3 4 Use of the Bung Hole Locator 1 After having correctly loaded the can on the shelf chapter 6 3 2 the laser beams will switch on 2 Position t...

Page 32: ...circulation process circulates the colorant through the dispensing circuits avoiding pigment sedimentation in the various parts of the circuit The colorant leaves the bottom of the canister and return...

Page 33: ...by pouring it directly on the bottle drainer so as to avoid spattering or creating air emulsions in the colorant WARNING To avoid colorant spills from the shaft of the stirring system it is essential...

Page 34: ...t until the correct level is reached Clean carefully the upper border of the canister with paper or a moistened cloth before closing it with the lid NEVER USE WATER OR SOLVENT BASED CLEANING PRODUCTS...

Page 35: ...nnected from the computer Check the connections at the back of the machine chapter 5 3 Computer serial port or USB port wrongly configured or defective Use the configuration and calibration software t...

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Page 37: ...and purge machine Clean the nozzle center Check the sponge is clean Check the sponge is saturated Moisten the sponge Clean the sponge Clean the dispenser externally 7 3 Products to be used We recomme...

Page 38: ...gure 17 7 5 Cleaning the nozzle center Cap model Operations Sliding cap 1 Disconnect power supply chapter 5 7 2 Open the cap by pushing the opening bar inward with your hand 3 Accurately clean the noz...

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Page 40: ...y damaged replace it 5 Open the cap with your hand and screw back the sponge holding lid 6 Connect power supply and switch on the machine chapter 5 3 Sliding Autocap 1 Open the Autocap bringing the ma...

Page 41: ...ORDINARY MAINTENANCE 37 COROB FLEX 900 Figure 19...

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Page 43: ...ny nearby equipment Dispensing technology bellow pump Dispensing system sequential and or simultaneous Dispensing center internal Type of canisters all purpose POM acetalic resin Type of valves electr...

Page 44: ...X 900 8 2 Dimensions VL 1363 mm 53 7 VP 1368 mm 53 9 VL 950 mm 37 4 VP 966 mm 38 VL 600 mm 23 6 VP 675 mm 26 6 295 mm 11 6 334 mm 13 350 mm 13 8 428 mm 16 9 166 mm 6 5 8 3 Declaration of conformity Se...

Page 45: ...alid please complete the form included in the machine packing and send it to the address listed on the form itself Contact our authorized and qualified personnel only for all your service needs Use on...

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