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9. NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury could occur if the machine is tipped or if the

rotary die is accidentally contacted.

10. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is

damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function – check for alignment of moving parts, binding or moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

11. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE from the power source

before installing or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing set-ups, or when
making repairs.

12. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave

machine until it comes to a complete stop.

13.CERTAIN MATERIALS will generate unusually high noise levels. When using such

materials, test to determine the necessity of hearing protection.

14.CERTAIN DIES, i.e. dies with very deep engravings, could become a severing hazard.

15.STAY ALERT. WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN

OPERATING THIS MACHINE. DO NOT USE MACHINE WHILE TIRED OR UNDER
MEDICATION. A moment of inattentiveness while operating machinery may result in
serious personal injury.

16.THE RECORDED DECIBEL LEVEL OF THIS MACHINE IS 81.9 DECIBELS AT MAXIMUM

RUNNING SPEED.

Sohn's versatile 4400 Series Label Printer is the first label printing machine designed for in-plant use that is simple to operate and
produces high quality printed die-cut labels with capabilities of 1-4 colors.
Our Model 4400 Label Printer brings the capabilities of a commercial printer inside your own facility. Our unit will eliminate costly
inventory, long lead times, expensive set up charges and high quantity minimum order requirements. The Model 4400 will produce
premium single or multi-colored labels when you need them. Printing the exact number of labels you need saves time and reduces
waste. Labels can be printed on pressure-sensitive, gummed or ungummed stock. They can be made from high gloss, litho, colored,
fluorescent, tag, foil, acetate material and many other materials. Designed for high speed operation, the unit prints, die-cuts any
shape and rewinds the waste matrix and finished labels in one roll to roll operation. This machine has sheeting capabilities and a
pressurized shut off on the heating system.
The Model 4400 has 4 flexographic print stations, each with lateral and longitudinal registration control. Print stations are designed
to use state of the art photopolymer printing plates. An optional “quick change” plate mounting system is available which will reduce
set up times on repeat runs. Die cutting configuration options includes 3 die cutting stations or laminating capabilities with running
longitudinal registration control.
Sohn's 4400 Series label makers are engineered for a long service life of continuous usage with minimum maintenance. Standard
electrical components include a proven, fuse protected, solid state variable speed DC motor drive and automatic shut off counter.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.

CALL SOHN MFG., INC. AT 920-876-3361

WITH QUESTIONS AFTER READING

THE GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND

THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

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Page 1: ...SOHN MODEL 4400 OPERATORS MANUAL P O BOX 427 ELKHART LAKE WI 53020 USA PH 920 876 3361 FAX 920 876 2952 E MAIL sohn WEB www sohnmanufacturing com sohnmanufacturing com MANUFACTURING INC ...

Page 2: ...bvious operator danger points However due to the variances in OSHA Codes which allows OSHA Inspectors to determine OSHA violations in accordance to their interpretation of OSHA Codes Sohn does not warrant the machine to meet all OSHA requirements which can vary in accordance to the location and OSHA Inspectors It is agreed that in accepting this proposal the meeting of final OSHA requirements for ...

Page 3: ... DRIVE B ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD GENERAL WARNING C HAND ABRASION F PINCH POINT HAND IN ROLLERS E ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD HAND IN GEARS D HAND ENTANGLEMENT G CUT SEVER HAZARD J NO ACCESS FOR UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL H HAIR ENTANGLEMENT I DO NOT REMOVE GUARD K WEAR EYE PROTECTION L READ MANUAL M READ SERVICE MANUAL N ARM ENTANGLEMENT 2 O NOT A LIFT POINT ...

Page 4: ...RUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE Follow all wiring codes and recommended electrical connections Learn the machine s application and limitations as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor instructor or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the operation of this machine 2 DO NOT OPERATE MACHINEWITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACE 3 KEEP WORK AREA ...

Page 5: ...ghqualityprinteddie cutlabelswithcapabilitiesof1 4colors Our Model 4400 Label Printer brings the capabilities of a commercial printer inside your own facility Our unit will eliminate costly inventory long lead times expensive set up charges and high quantity minimum order requirements The Model 4400 will produce premium single or multi colored labels when you need them Printing the exact number of...

Page 6: ...tions to stop machine operation when the prescribed roll length footage has been processed It s preset number would normally be set to the length of a full roll of material Red Button Count Reset P Button Used only during initial programming of the counter Left Arrow This button selects one of the digits for presetting Each press of the button will advance to the next digit Up Arrow Pressing this ...

Page 7: ...D D E G D E G WEB DIRECTION WEB DIRECTION 5 ...

Page 8: ...F N D D E E F N E D 6 O ...

Page 9: ...on the nip tie bar until the lock pin engages see Fig 4 This will keep the nip roller away from the anvil shaft Thread the label stock between the anvil shaft and the nip on the first station Continue pulling stock upward past the anvil shaft on each print station Pull the stock over the top of the die anvil shafts and down toward the rewind spindle Place a core which measures the same width as yo...

Page 10: ...Pitch Bearing Anvil Bearer Shaft Bearing Die Bearer Die Bearer Assembly Complete Flange Nut Pressure Knob Pressure Bar Adjusting Screw Set Screw Bearing Block Assembly Oil Wiper Assembly Operator Side Oil Wiper Assembly Gear Side 1 1 2 1 2 1 4 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 DIE STATION ASSEMBLY 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 13 12 7 ...

Page 11: ...r die cut 2 Run the machine and allow it to make several die cuts into the printed impression Check to make sure you are cutting properly by peeling a die cut label from the liner If the label does not come off the liner cleanly additional pressure may be necessary Run the machine forward until a printed impression is on the die anvil Position the die cavity over the image as close as possible by ...

Page 12: ... may be placed between stations four may be used Four blower heads are located in a storage rack on the back of the machine Remove blower head from storage rack and place between print stations Align the pins on the head with the holes in the blower mount blocks With blower head in place run machine before turning on blower switch aux 1 Only use as many blower heads as your application requires Us...

Page 13: ...MODEL 4400 PRINT STATION 11 ...

Page 14: ...th until the gears mesh Push in the ink fountain and tighten the fountain adjustment collar set screw 2 Run the machine slowly and again move the ink fountain inward to achieve print Once this is done observe where the second impression is registering in comparison with station number one If you are close to proper registration you can advance or retard the impression by using the registration kno...

Page 15: ...de will sit in these notches when the cover is replaced 3 Put the cover on Use 5 32 HexWrench to tighten cover screws 4 Put small amount of pressure on doctor blade screws The ink fountain is the heart of your printing machine Use a regular cleaning schedule and keep the fountain away from lint and dust Extreme gear wear and bad printing can often be traced to a dirty fountain Inspect the doctor b...

Page 16: ... fountains A fountain which is not cleaned properly will not perform the way it was designed to In order to clean the ink fountain it must be partially disassembled This can be done quickly and easily by following the cleaning and assembly instructions PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY PRICE EA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Dipstick Reverse Dr Blade Assembly Reverse Dr Blade Screw Brass Knurled Revers...

Page 17: ...g type of ink C Ink has lost its viscosity A Turn down slightly on doctor blade adjustments until correct amount of ink is obtained B See Page 5 C If ink is too thick add thinner Do not overfill fountain If ink is too washed out add more ink D Use Sohn recommended paper 10 Paper sticks to printing plate and wraps around shaft A Ink has built up on printing plate and dried from standing B ink has l...

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