IPG Interpack ET 2Plus H275, Operator'S Manual & Parts List

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Spring Replacements
There are 3 springs on the ET 2Plus. These springs are wear items and should be inspected regularly and
replaced if necessary. Below are instructions for replacing the two most common springs.
Main Spring Replacement
1. Using a pair of needle nose pliers, remove
one end of the main spring from the
retainer ring.
2. Take off the damaged spring.
3. Hook one end of the new spring over the
retaining ring in the middle
4. Stretch the spring over rear arms spring
retainer ring using either needle nose
pliers or your finger. Hook the loop
securely into the retainers groove.
Figure 10-7
Knife Arm Spring Adjustment
Should the Knife Arm Cutting Force need to be
adjusted, follow the procedure below.
1. To increase the force, using a 10mm open
end wrench, turn the 6mm nut clockwise
until desired pressure achieved. Lock into
the new position with the second nut.
2. To decrease the force, using a 10mm open
end wrench loosen lock nut first. Turn it
counter clockwise. Follow up with the first
nut counter clockwise as well, till it is locked
into the new position.
Figure 10-8