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Setup
The CapStar Cap Feeder must be setup to run the particular style
of cap. As a point of reference, the hand crank and electrical box
is on the front of the machine. The hopper is the back. The hand
crank is at the bottom and electrical box is at the top of the unit.
Left and right hand CapStar units are distinguished by standing
at the front of the unit and looking back to the hopper. The
pneumatic regulator is located on the support arm.
Initial Settings
To setup for the initial run or to change to another size or style
of cap, block the end of the qualifier with a recirculating plate.
This will allow a quantity of caps to be run without introducing
them into the system.
Step 1—Adjust the Height.
Adjust the height qualifier wiper by
loosening the knob and setting the height
1
/
8
"
to
1
/
4
" above the cap.
Step 2—Set the Angle.
Set the angle of the singulation wiper by
loosing the hand knob and pivoting the wiper so that only one cap
(by diameter) can pass the wiper.
The CapStar Cap Feeder is now setup to send a line of caps to the
orientation qualifier.
Step 3—Orientation.
The orientation qualifier is set to allow one
cap (one cap diameter form the edge of the belt to the face of the
singulation wiper) to pass along the conveyor. Any side-by-side
caps will be rejected and pushed by a reject airjet down the return
chute for recirculation. Additionally, the orientation qualifier has
a height adjustment. The adjustment is based on height of one cap
with an allowance of approximately
1
/
8
". To adjust the height
loosen the knobs holding the plate in place, and raise/lower the
plate so that there is a gap of
1
/
8
" between the qualifier and a cap.
Retighten the hand knobs.
Chapter 3 Installation & Startup
Continued
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