Insta 204.1, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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FOR USE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY
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Preventive Maintenance Suggestions
The IGS heat seal machines are relatively
maintenance free. For long trouble-free life, the
following preventive maintenance should be
followed:
1.
Do not heat seal items such as buttons, pins,
snaps, or zippers that tend to cut the silicone
rubber pad or scratch the Teflon heat platen.
2.
Periodically clean the Teflon-coated heat
platen with a non-abrasive piece of cloth.
Stubborn stains may be cleaned,
when
platen is cool , with mineral spirits.
3.
When the heat platen is hot and not in use,
keep in open position (away from the silicone
rubber pad).
4. To prevent soiling of substrate, periodic
wiping of the entire exterior machine,
including platens, with a clean rag is
recommended. If necessary, use mineral
spirits for cleaning a
cold machine. Since
mineral spirits are flammable, use precautions
and keep away from sparks, flame, or hot heat
platen.
5. This machine requires periodic lubrication
with a high-temperature, non-melting grease
(MPPL023).
A. Lubricate the post, handle and cam
assembly depending upon usage.
(Once every month if used
continuously.)
B. There are four (4) points of
lubrication:
a) Post
b) Lower Cam
c) Guide Post
d) Upper Pin Area
In addition, occasionally apply a few drops of
heavy machine oil to the upper portion of the
cam assembly. To lubricate the pressure
adjustment, raise cover put some high-
temperature grease MPPL023 grease on the
treaded section of the adjustment screw.
NOTE
Wipe off any excess oil or grease.
Replace cover, screw, and knob.
General Maintenance
It is recommended that you have the following
items available:
A. Regular screw driver
B. Phillips head screw driver
C. Small adjustable wrench
D. Needle nose pliers with insulated
handle
E. Set of Allen wrenches
F. Grease gun
G. Special high temperature grease
(MPPL023)
With the above items you should be able to
accomplish most repairs.
WARNING
Power cord replacement should be from
the manufacturer only (because it
requires a specially prepared cord).
Replacement of Silicone Rubber Pads
1. Make sure heat platen is cool.
2.
Use tube of MPPC006 adhesive to bond
silicone rubber pad to metal platen.
NOTE: Read instructions on the tube package.
3.
Be sure that the surface of the silicone platen
is clean. Use a
mild solvent such as
mineral spirits .
4.
The pad and metal must be thoroughly dry
and clean, before starting the bonding
operation.
5.
Apply adhesive sealant to the metal platen.
Spread a thin even coat and apply pad
immediately. Apply pressure and position
pad making sure that there is no air
entrapment.
NOTE: A serrated blade such as used for laying down
rubber floor tiles would be helpful.
6. Allow to cure overnight under low pressure at
normal room temperature.