vc999 K7, Operating Manual, Page: 33 / 121

Vacuum Packaging Machine VC999 K7
Start-up
2008-11-26
Art.-No. 592.016 Page 33/121
8 Start-up
If the result of the installation inspection is positive, you can proceed as follows for start-up:
1. Make sure that the EMERGENCY STOP buttons (Fig. 3/1, Pos. 14) are released.
2. Switch on the main switch (ON) of the Vacuum Packaging Machine.
3. Press the RESET button on the display.
4. Start the pumps as described under section 9.3 "Switching on the machine".
NOTICE
If the conveyor belt is not running in the correct direction: Use an EMERGENCY STOP button to
immediately switch off the Vacuum Packaging Machine. Interchange two of the three phases of
the mains connection cable at the terminal block provided by the customer.
5. Check the direction of rotation of the connected vacuum pumps after switching on the machine
again.
NOTICE
If the direction of rotation of a vacuum pump is incorrect: Use an EMERGENCY STOP button to
immediately switch off the Vacuum Packaging Machine. There is a risk of damage to the pump!
Interchange two of the three phases at the respective pump connection cable.
6. Check the direction of rotation of the fan from the waste bag suction unit (VC999 K7A). arrow on the
fan housing indicates the correct direction of rotation.
If the direction of rotation is incorrect, swap two of the three phases on the mains connection
cable at the terminal block.
CAUTION
Danger of hand injuries if you reach in to the fan of the suction unit, if the suction pipe is off.
7. Switch the Vacuum Packaging Machine on and check whether it is running smoothly, with no un-
usual noises and no error messages on the display.
8. Check that the pre-tensioning of the conveyor belt is correct and adjust if necessary.
Details of the procedure for tensioning the conveyor belts will be found in section 11.4 "Tensioning the
conveyor belt".