Chapter 4
Installation & Setting-up Operation
ITW Dynatec
Apex Slot Die Applicator, Manual #40-47, Rev. 10.16
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Chapter 4
Installation & Setting-up Operation
CAUTION
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Before setting up, please read this documentation carefully.
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Pay attention to all the installation and connecting advices.
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Heed all safety instructions mentioned in chapter 2.
4.1 Conditions for set-up and mounting
Place requirement
Install the APEX Applicator in the machine so that the operator is able to work on it from
all sides, for e.g. for adjusting, preparing, maintaining, repairing, cleaning, etc. See
drawing of the unit for admeasurements.
Mounting and alignment
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The complete unit has to be set up on solid, stable and flat ground.
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The alignment in height of the complete system has to be considered.
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The alignment of the machine has to be considered.
Electrical connection
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Necessary electrical connection has to be provided. See electrical schematics.
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Never connect or disconnect plug-and-socket connections under load!
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The service block’s incoming electrical power and temperature control is supplied
through the flexible cable exiting the adhesive supply hose cuff. The applicator has a
circular, plastic connector which mates with the connector attached to this cable.
Pneumatic connection
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In any case the air has to be clean and dry! See advice in chapter 4.3 “Quality of
compressed air”.
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Incoming (operating) air is supplied through a solenoid valve. It is controlled by a
four-way solenoid valve and should be separately regulated and maintained at a
pressure 4.1 to 6.9 bar (60 to 100 psi). Head air inlet ports are G1/8 (1/8 NPT)
threads.
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Please heed that units with high air demand may not be used at the same time with
the same air supply.
Advices:
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Check all screw connections at the unit and retighten if necessary.
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Lay the cables and heated hoses so that no risk or least possible risk of stumbling
occurs.
