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FOR USE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY
Preventive Maintenance Suggestions
Insta heat seal machines are relatively maintenance
free. For a long, trouble-free life, the following
preventive maintenance should be followed:
1.
Clean the Teflon-coated upper platen
periodically with a piece of non-abrasive
cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with
mineral spirits when the platen is cool. Take
care not to rub the Teflon coating off.
2.
To prevent the substrates from becoming
soiled, periodically wipe the entire exterior
of the machine, including the platens, with
a clean rag. If necessary, use mineral spirits
for cleaning a
cold
machine. Since mineral
spirits are flammable, do not clean with
mineral spirits while the machine is hot.
3.
Periodically lubricate the joints and pins of
the machine with a high-temperature, non-
melting grease (MPPL023).
4.
Avoid directly pressing items such as
buttons, pins, snaps, or zippers that tend to
cut the silicone rubber pad or scratch the
Teflon-coated heat platen.
General Maintenance
It is recommended that you have the following
items available:
1.
Phillips head screw driver
2.
Needle nose pliers with insulated handle
3.
Set of metric Allen wrenches
4.
Special multi-purpose grease MPPL023
5.
Grease Gun Kit MAPG010
With the above items you should be able to
accomplish most repairs.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to remove the upper
platen alone.
Replacing the Silicone Pad
1.
Make sure that the lower platen is cool.
Remove the lower platen from the machine
base.
2.
Use a
mild solvent
such as
mineral spirits
to clean the surface of the lower platen.
3.
Both the silicone pad and lower platen must
be thoroughly dry and clean (wait at least
45 minutes after using the solvent) before
starting the bonding operation.
4.
Use a tube of MPPC006 adhesive to bond
the silicone rubber pad to the lower platen.
Spread a thin and even coat over the lower
platen. Clear any excessive adhesive from
the side edges of the lower platen.
5.
Quickly apply the silicone pad. Make sure
no air bubbles form.
6.
Remove excess glue from the edges of the
platen. Flip the platen over, pad-down, and
allow it to cure for 24 hours at room
temperature.
NOTE:
Read and follow all instructions on the
adhesive package.
A
putty
knife
or
similar
tool
is
recommended for spreading the adhesive
evenly on the lower platen.
