Formech FM660, Installation, Operating And Service Manual

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Service\Repair Formech FM660
Clamp & table seals
These are regarded as a consumable part and should be replaced when signs of wear become
apparent.
See section dealing with Vacuum.
Formech supply a kit comprising the necessary seals and sealant for the
Formech
FM660/FM660PT
. We recommend that only the correct silicone seals and sealant are used to
give an effective seal.
To replace a damaged or worn seal
 Remove the all traces of the existing seal and sealant.
 Using masking tape, make a frame inside where the seal will go (table) or outside
(clamp). Gain a good ‘key’ to the sealing surface using an abraisive cloth or paper.
 Degrease the area and remove all dust.
 Cut the seal strip to the lengths required allowing for 25mm overlap at the corners.
 Apply a bead of sealant to the masked area where the seal is to be placed and spread
to achieve a thin and linear coating. Ensure a generous layer covers all of the sealing
area.
 Bed down the strips of silicon seal until it is firmly seated in to the sealant. Do not
attempt to stretch the seal strip it will contract back to its original size before the
sealant sets.

Ensure the strips are straight along the sides and perpendicular at the corners. Cut
through the strips at 45° where they meet at the corners. Continue this process for all 4
corners.
 Apply a small amount of sealant to the mitred joints and firm together to achieve a
clean, square and close joint. Place masking tape over the mitred corners to help keep
them firmly positioned until the sealant sets.
 Carefully remove the masking tape and leave overnight
Panel seals
The rubber seals fitted to the side panels should be periodically inspected and replaced where
necessary. Failure of these seals will prevent the correct functioning of the auto-level and pre-
stretch functions.
If you are unable to cure any problem relating to your machine, or if you wish to order spare
parts please contact us at the address on the front of this manual stating the model,
FM660 /
FM660PT, the serial no. (on specification plate), and a full description of the fault or parts you
need.
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