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UM Pallet dispenser PD2 v2.0 EN 

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3  Safety 

3.1  Intended use of the machine 

The machine is exclusively intended for the stacking of empty pallets described in this 
manual. Refer to chapter 4 for a detailed description of the specifications of use.  

The machine is always set up within a larger transport system in which empty pallets 
are loaded on and off the machine. 

 

WARNING 

Any other use of the machine is strictly forbidden. 

 

 

WARNING 

It is 

strictly forbidden

 to lift persons with the machine or to stand on 

the pallets or lifting frame. 

 

 

WARNING 

It is 

strictly forbidden

 to overload the machine with too much weight or 

with too many pallets. See specification sheet or type plate and sticker 
“Max load” on the machine. 

 

 

WARNING 

It is 

strictly forbidden

 to use the machine with pallets out of spec or of 

insufficient quality. See specification sheet. 

 

3.2  User types and qualifications 

The following user types are referred to in this manual: 

 

The operator 

 

The mechanical installer 

 

The electrical installer 

 

The maintenance engineer 

Only qualified personnel may operate the machine. A qualified 

operator

 has 

experience with operating machinery and is informed about the contents of this 
manual. An operator must be familiar with the contents of Chapters 1, 2, 3 and 4 and 
with the Operating Manual. 

An 

electrical installer

 is only qualified if a person has attended appropriate training 

and/or attained appropriate industry standard recognized qualifications. Qimarox can 
provide training if required. 

The 

maintenance engineer

 must be familiar with the full content of this manual and 

with the Operating Manual. All maintenance work should be performed by qualified 
maintenance personnel 

Summary of Contents for PD2

Page 1: ...User Manual Pallet dispenser PD2 Version 2 0 21 04 2022 For serial number PD2 2200000 and higher Always check Specification sheet of machine for applicable version...

Page 2: ...E mail info qimarox com Internet www qimarox com Copyright Qimarox B V All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a computer database or published in any form or in an...

Page 3: ...chine 11 3 2 User types and qualifications 11 3 3 Safety instructions 12 3 4 Safety provisions 14 3 5 Electrical safety 18 3 6 Sound level 18 3 7 Personal safety 18 3 8 Residual risks 19 3 9 Machine e...

Page 4: ...About this manual 4 UM Pallet dispenser PD2 v2 0 EN 8 EC declaration of conformity 39 CE Installation instructions 41 9 Electrical drawings 42 10 Pneumatic circuit diagram 43 10 1 General data 43...

Page 5: ...rs and other users It is important to carefully read this manual as soon as possible after purchase of the machine Before operating the machine this manual should be read by all users System integrato...

Page 6: ...ntegrator OEM CAUTION Make sure you use the correct version of the documentation for the machine The correct version is found in the Specification sheet 1 3 Source language This manual is an Original...

Page 7: ...s For example a roller deck Palletising system Combination of machines that is used for palletising Fenced area Area around the machine that unauthorized personnel cannot enter for safety reasons 1 6...

Page 8: ...et dimensions and mass Machine dimensions and mass Machine configuration Machine capacity Maximum load The machine can only be used according to the specifications given in this manual the machine lay...

Page 9: ...nstructions on the EC Declaration of conformity for the machine to comply with EU regulations CE For the CE installation instructions see chapter 8 WARNING Before the CE Installation instructions have...

Page 10: ...ion of liability of Qimarox will apply regardless of the form of action whether in contract or tort including negligence Any action against Qimarox must be brought within one 1 year after that cause o...

Page 11: ...ictly forbidden to use the machine with pallets out of spec or of insufficient quality See specification sheet 3 2 User types and qualifications The following user types are referred to in this manual...

Page 12: ...persons are in contact with the machine or are inside the fenced area 3 3 2 Set up Connect the machine in accordance with the local laws and regulations concerning health and safety Before putting the...

Page 13: ...persons responsible for carrying out the changes and modifications Electrical installation tasks must only be carried out by qualified personnel Safety devices should never be bypassed or removed Rem...

Page 14: ...thly You must not disassemble bypass or disable any safety equipment on the machine The machine must not be started and must be immediately taken out of operation if even a single item of machine safe...

Page 15: ...15 The following safety labels are applied on the machine Residual pneumatic energy cylinder under pressure The following safety labels are present near apertures in the area fencing Note These labels...

Page 16: ...following labels icons are present on the control cabinet Note The labels on the control cabinet are supplied by System integrator OEM Electrical hazard o if hazardous electrical voltage is present Re...

Page 17: ...ter 8 Emergency stops The machine must have one or more emergency stops included in the safety circuits When one of the emergency stop buttons is pressed the main power and air supply and the control...

Page 18: ...e following positions Carrier middle position for a de stacker Carrier bottom position for a stacker WARNING Danger of stack or pallets falling When de stacking NEVER keep the pallet stack suspended i...

Page 19: ...by the following measures Back and side restraints for the stack Check valves on the pneumatic cylinders of the carrier Sensors to detect that the lifting forks are in position Limitation of force mo...

Page 20: ...he forks When the forks were stopped between their end positions they might move rapidly Through their mass and speed great forces might occur The following measures were taken to prevent rapid fork s...

Page 21: ...a static and dynamic overload on the machine The test report is supplied with the machine documentation A new static and dynamic overload test may be necessary after complete disassembly of the machin...

Page 22: ...ty pallets on to a pallet conveyor system or collect them from a pallet conveyor system 4 1 General overview The machine consists of the following components A Frame PD2 unit B Support frame C Carrier...

Page 23: ...forks F are mounted on horizontal carrier D to pick up the empty pallets The forks are moved by the horizontal cylinder G Fork size and number can vary depending on the pallets that are being used 4...

Page 24: ...ill result in serious damage to the machine and or create an unsafe situation Note Dependent if the machine is used for stacking or de stacking sensor B8 needs to be in the correct position 4 3 Connec...

Page 25: ...nveyor system In the first figure below the front 2 of the machine is used as infeed for a stack of empty pallets These empty pallets can be fed on to a pallet conveyor system in the directions 1 3 or...

Page 26: ...the machine or for only for a short period thus reducing the risk of a stack toppling or pallets falling Start position is step 1 see list below Note When multiple de stackers share one pallet convey...

Page 27: ...present on the conveyor or not The stack should not be put down if this sensor is activated Otherwise the stack could tip over Sensor B8 detects whether there are enough pallets still available for th...

Page 28: ...derneath the stack 4 The vertical carrier lowers the stack of pallets to the middle position and onto the single pallet on the pallet conveyor 5 The fork cylinder B moves the horizontal carrier E and...

Page 29: ...or travels may only be carried out by Qimarox or after written permission from Qimarox has been obtained 4 5 1 Environmental specifications The surrounding area of the machine must comply to the foll...

Page 30: ...e must be moved in a horizontal position similar as delivered standing on its own supports General preparations include 1 Check the floor load of the floor on which the machine will be placed 2 Check...

Page 31: ...ox is assisted by qualified mechanics of the client Refer to chapter 3 3 Make sure that the place where the assembly takes place is accessible has sufficient light and is at room temperature has been...

Page 32: ...n 5 4 2 Make sure pallet dispenser unit A is mounted at the correct height in the support frame B for the desired pallet transport level and secure the bolts of the supports The machine has been set u...

Page 33: ...e properly secured after adjusting mounting the lifting forks to the carrier again 8 Check if the back E and side restraints F are at the right location in combination with the type of pallet used The...

Page 34: ...ine or on the lifting drive of the machine may be started only if the carriers are prevented from unintentional movement or falling Empty the de stacker and put the carrier into the lowest position be...

Page 35: ...near or on all cylinders see section 3 4 1 After having completed maintenance activities always put all safety provisions that have been removed in place again Do not use any corrosive and inflammabl...

Page 36: ...ty devices Check the correct operation of the safety devices monthly Stop the machine immediately Repair or replace any faulty safety device Do not use the machine before all safety devices are functi...

Page 37: ...cal substances cleaning agents are used Electrical components should not make contact with water or other liquids Do not clean the machine with compressed air or water under high pressure Avoid parts...

Page 38: ...e Connection to cylinder damaged Check connectors and tubing If necessary replace parts Sensor error Check sensors Adjust or replace if necessary Pallets do not stack properly Lift forks are not align...

Page 39: ...igned The specific declaration for the machine can be found either in the specification sheet or in the separate document supplied with the documentation of the machine Note Additional installation in...

Page 40: ...number PD2 2xxxxxx complies with all applicable provisions of the following Directive s Directive 2006 42 EC Machinery Directive Directive 2014 30 EG EMC Directive Clause This Declaration is only vali...

Page 41: ...y must be a type 3 or better The light curtains must be installed taking into account the requirements regarding placement and required safety distances from EN ISO 13855 4 Electrical installation The...

Page 42: ...wings The specification sheet indicates if the standard electrical drawings apply to the machine and if so gives a web link to the drawings in the section Documentation If the standard electrical draw...

Page 43: ...situation the stack of pallets rests on a conveyor or surface with the vertical carrier in the mid position and the forks in the pallet stack This is the standard situation when stacking and de stacki...

Page 44: ...Pneumatic circuit diagram 44 UM Pallet dispenser PD2 v2 0 EN...

Page 45: ...UM Pallet dispenser PD2 v2 0 EN 45 11 Overload test report The overload test report in this user manual is unsigned The specific report for the machine is a separate document supplied with the documen...

Page 46: ...Overload test report 46 UM Pallet dispenser PD2 v2 0 EN Nobelstraat 43 3846 CE Harderwijk Tel 31 341 436 700 E mail info qimarox com Internet www qimarox com...

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