Description of the Machine 13
4 Description of the Machine
This section provides an overview of the main components and functions. If detailed information is
available in this manual, you will be referred to the specific sections.
4.1 Overview of the Main Components
The figure below shows the main components of the system. The model shown may differ from
your machine.
Figure 1: Overview of the Main Components
1.
Lid
The lid closes the vacuum chamber during the application of the vacuum. A rubber is mounted
in the lid to ensure proper closing. On machines with two vacuum chambers, the lid can be
moved from position 1 to position 2 manually. In these machines, the sealing bars and suction
inlet for the vacuum are included in the lid.
2.
Vacuum chamber
The products to be packaged are placed on the work surface with the openings of the vacuum
bags on the sealing position. On machines with two vacuum chambers, the already packaged
product can be removed and new products can be placed on the free work surface during the
vacuuming and sealing process.
3.
Castor with brake
The machines are fitted with four castors with brake. This allows for easy moving of the
machine to a different location.
4.
Machine housing
The machine housing contains all the components necessary for the functioning of the
machine.