Instruction

manual

DOUCET MACHINERIES INC.

An ISO-9001 Certified Manufacturer of High-Quality Machinery for the Woodworking Industry.

PRE-ASSEMBLY TUNNEL
MT-15
N/S: 2010-05-181
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INTRODUCTION
Doucet Machineries Inc. is an ISO-9001 certified manufacturer of high-quality machinery
for the woodworking industry.

Our mission is to provide our customers with quality products and services that meet their
expectations and respect a working environment that is motivating for all.

Your equipment was designed and built by a team of specialists to help you manufacture
top quality products for many years to come.

About this Manual

This manual is provided in order to help you with setting-up, operating and maintaining your
machine. It also includes detailed instructions on how to order spare parts for your
equipment.

The information found in this manual was up to date and accurate at the time of printing.
Your equipment may differ slightly due to improvements or other modifications. Some
custom features may not be included in this manual. If your equipment incorporates custom
features, please refer to the Client Design and Specifications section inserted as a
supplement to this document.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................2
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ............................................................................................................2
PRECAUTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................5
PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................................................5
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................6
OVERALL DIMENSION ........................................................................................................................6
LATERAL CHAINS : ...........................................................................................................................6
CONVEYOR CHAIN : ..........................................................................................................................6
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................6
INSTALLATION AND HOOK-UPS ........................................................................................7

PRE-START VERIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................8

CONVEYOR CHAIN TENSION ....................................................................................................8
LATERAL CHAIN TENSIONS .....................................................................................................8
SYNCHRONIZATION CHAIN TENSION ........................................................................................9
AIR PRESSURE REGULATOR ADJUSTMENTS ...........................................................................10
OPERATOR CONTROLS....................................................................................................11
STARTING THE TUNNEL ........................................................................................................13
RAPID OPENING OF THE TUNNEL ...........................................................................................13
OPERATION PARAMETERS ..............................................................................................14
ENTRANCE GUIDE SHOES .....................................................................................................14
MOBILE LATERAL CHAIN ......................................................................................................15
MOTORIZED WHEELS (OPTION) .............................................................................................16
COMB PRESS ......................................................................................................................17
TROUBLE SHOOTING........................................................................................................19
GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING .............................................................................................19
ALARM DISPLAY SCREEN ....................................................................................................20
1- TUNNEL OPENING........................................................................................................................20
2- JOINT DETECTION .......................................................................................................................20
MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................21
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................21
CHAIN LUBRICATION SYSTEM ...............................................................................................22
WARRANTY POLICY ..........................................................................................................23

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START UP CHECKLIST......................................................................................................24

PARTS .................................................................................................................................25
ORDER PROCEDURE .......................................................................................................................25
DRAWINGS .........................................................................................................................26

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Chapter

1
PRECAUTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Precautions

Installation

Avoid operating this machine in:

-A high humidity environment

-A high temperature environment

Advisory Caution

-This machine was designed for a specific capacity, avoid overloading your equipment.

WARNING!

Disconnect the power source from the machine and its peripheral units before
undertaking any repairs in order to avoid physical injuries.

Always wear safety glasses when the machine is in operation.

CAUTION!

Handle with care. Violent shocks could alter and/or impair adjustments and cause
damage to the machine.

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Specifications
Overall Dimension

• Length : 255" (6.5 m)

• Width : 45" (1.1 m)
• Height : 59" (1.5 m)

Lateral Chains :

• Electric Motor CBN-3242-BD2-V1-11.2-MT-184T-5

• Maximum Speed: 395 fpm (120 m/min)

Conveyor Chain :

• Electric Motor CBN-3122-S-B3-5.6-MT-182T-3

• Maximum Speed: 418 fpm (127 m/min)

Product Specifications

• Length: 5 1/4" to 30" (133mm to 762mm)

• Width: 2" to 8" (51mm to 203mm)
• Thickness: 3/4" to 2" (19mm to 51mm)

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Chapter

INSTALLATION AND HOOK-UPS

2
Follow these steps in order to properly install the MT Tunnel:

1. Place the tunnel in its final position of installation.

2. Level the machine lengthwise and

widthwise, use the adjustment screws (A)
located on the feet of the machine.
A

3. Proceed with all electrical connections, Use electrical drawing supplied. (This procedure
should be done by a qualified electrician.)

4. Proceed with all pneumatic and hydraulic connections, Use pneumatic and hydraulic
drawings supplied. Each hose that is to be connected is identified identical to the place
where it is to be connected to, which makes for an easy hook-up.

5. Install the exit table (A) to the

ends of the bearing supports (B)
of the conveyor chain of the
tunnel.
A

6. Anchor the tunnel to the floor with the use of the appropriate size “Anchor Bolts”.

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Chapter

3
PRE-START VERIFICATIONS
The pre-start verification allows you to identify if any components present anomalies. The
identification and resolution of these anomalies will allow you to manufacture a quality
product for many years to come.

Conveyor chain tension

To adjust the tension of the conveyor chain, you must loosen the bolts of the pillow
block, adjust the tension by turning the screw. Once the desired tension is attained, lock
bolts in place.

Lateral chain tensions

These chains have no manual tension adjustments, these chains have a pneumatic
tension adjustment system actuated by a pneumatic cylinder.

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Synchronization chain tension

The tension of the chain connecting the two lateral chain adjustment screws, can be
adjusted. To do so, unscrew bolts (A), lower tensioners (B) (one only shown below). Once
the desired tension is attained, tighten bolts (A).

B A

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Air pressure regulator adjustments

The air pressure of different components of the tunnel can be adjusted. To do so you
must pull the yellow collar of the pressure regulator to unlock it, turn the knob to adjust the
pressure, and then push back the collar to lock the knob.

Each regulator is to be used to adjust a specific pneumatic component. Here are the
descriptions of each of the pneumatic regulators found on one of the lateral chains of the
tunnel:

1. Regulator for the rapid opening of the mobile lateral chain. The pressure should read
approximately 38 psi (2.6 bar).

2. Lateral chain tension system regulator. Found at the entrance end of the tunnel, on top
of each lateral chain guide. The pressure should read approximately 87 psi (6 bar).

3. Regulator for the pneumatic bellows found along the total length of the mobile lateral
chain, towards the interior of the tunnel. The pressure should read approximately 7 psi
(0.5 bar).

1 2 3

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Chapter

OPERATOR'S CONTROL PANEL

4

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Button Functions

Emergency stop

For use in emergency situations, will stop all operations in progress

Pressing cylinder
In manual mode, the cylinder can be extended or retracted .

Vertical press beam

In manual mode, the beam can be raised or lowered.

Advance of transversal bars

In manual mode, the transversal bars can be advanced in a jog mode.

CAUTION: once finished using do not leave a transversal bar in the
way of the product’s path.

Saw press pressure plate

In manual mode, lower or raise the pressure plate. (located between

the two pressure wheels)

Hydraulic power unit

Start or stop the systems hydraulic power unit

Cut off saw

In manual mode, raise or lower the cut off saw.

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Starts or stops the saw motor

Saw press pressure wheels

In manual mode, starts rotation of pressure wheels.

In automatic mode, starts the system to begin production

Product position stopper

In manual mode, raise product position stopper

Mode

Permits to choose between automatic mode or manual mode.

OPERATOR CONTROLS
Starting the tunnel
The tunnel its self does not have its own control panel, there is a central control
panel located near the “MP”. (See “MP” instruction manual for details)

Rapid opening of the tunnel

To rapidly open the mobile lateral chain and press comb, without losing any
adjustments, you must actuate the pneumatic valve (A) located on one of the lateral chains,
near the pressure gauges.

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Chapter

OPERATION PARAMETERS
5
In this chapter, we will see the operation parameters that you will have to adjust
according to the wood thickness and the wood width. Each time you change one of these
two variables, you will have to adjust one or many operation parameters.

Entrance guide shoes

The entrance guide shoes (A et B) are used only in the case of large product: 6" to
8" wide (152 mm to 203 mm). With product narrower than 6” (152 mm), these shoes must
be removed because the will prevent the tunnel from closing correctly. To remove, simply
unscrew the bolts that hold them in place.

When these guide shoes are used for wide product, they must be adjusted according
to the thickness of the product, which means they should be 1/32" to 1/16" (0.8 mm to 1.6
mm) over the product as not to wedge or prevent the product from correctly entering the
tunnel. To make this adjustment you must unscrew bolts (C) that hold them in place, adjust
the guide shoes until the desired setting is attained, tighten bolts.

A B C

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Mobile lateral chain

One of the lateral chains can be adjusted depending on the width of the product. To
do so, you should first verify to have the adequate pneumatic pressure of this system, open
the upper doors (A) on the same side, use adjustment handle (B) turn the handle to move
the mobile lateral chain, note that there is a distance indicator to determine the distance
between the two lateral chains.

For the assembly tunnel to function correctly, you must adjust the mobile lateral
chain so that the product is pressed between the two chains. Begin by adding 1/16" (1.6
mm) of pressure once the chains are against the product, if you notice that the product does
not flow correctly through the tunnel, you can gradually add pressure by turning the handle
(B) up to 1/8" (3.2 mm) pressure maximum.

A B A

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Motorized wheels (option)

The motorized wheels are located at the exit end of the tunnel, they are used for the
lateral alignment of the joint in the product. These wheels must be adjusted depending on
the width of the product. To do so you must:

1. Activate the pneumatic bellows (A) by using pneumatic valve (B).

2. Insert a piece of the correct size product to be fabricated (C), position the piece between
the two wheels (D).

3. By using the adjustment handle (E), adjust the distance between the two wheels until
you can no longer manually move the piece (approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) pressure)

4. De-activate the pneumatic bellows (A) by using pneumatic valve (B). to be able to
remove the product.

5. Re-activate the pneumatic bellows (A) by using pneumatic valve (B).

A E

D
C

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Comb press
The comb press should be adjusted according to the thickness and width of the
product to be fabricated.

First you must be sure to have the correct number of combs in regards to the width of
the product to be fabricated. One comb is needed for product 5” (127 mm) wide and under
and two combs for product 5" (127 mm) to 8" (203 mm) wide.

Product 5" (127 mm) wide Product 5" (127 mm) to

and under 8" (203 mm) wide

To remove a comb you must:

1. Unscrew the two handles (A).

2. Lift the comb (B) until it rests against the supports (C).

3. Reinstall the two handles (A) from step 1 back where they were and be sure that the
handles faces upwards to prevent damaging them when the tunnel closes.

B
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Next, the height of the comb press must be adjusted according to the thickness and the
width of the product. The distance between the underside of the comb and the top of the
product varies between 1/32" (0.8 mm) of space for narrow product, and 1/32" (0.8 mm) of
pressure for wide product.

To make this adjustment you must first verify that the rod (A) of the press cylinder is
completely extended. If the rod is not fully extended, refer to section “Rapid opening of the
tunnel” chapter 4 to know how to actuate the cylinder. Then you must turn the adjustment
handle (B) until the desired position is attained.

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Chapter

TROUBLE SHOOTING
6
WARNING!

To avoid injury and physical damage, disconnect power from SAI and associated
units before undertaking any repairs.

General trouble shooting

Problems Solutions
• Verify that the E-Stop button in not engaged.
• The tunnel does not start • Verify that there are not any alarm lights lit.
• Verify fuses and breakers.

• Verify adjustment of entrance guide shoes in the

• Joints not face to face
case of wide product (Chapter 5).
heightwise
• Verify adjustment of the comb press. (Chapter 5).

• Verify adjustment of the mobile lateral chain.

(Chapter 5).
• Joints not face to face widthwise
• Verify adjustment of the motorized wheels (option)
(Chapter 5).

• Verify adjustment of the mobile lateral chain.

• The product does not flow
(Chapter 5).
correctly through the tunnel.
• Verify adjustment of the comb press. (Chapter 5).

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Alarm display screen

1- Tunnel opening
This alarm will light if the mobile lateral chain opens. If this alarm lights up because of
an adjustment being made, it will simply be used as a reminder to close the lateral chain
before re-starting the machine.

If this alarm lights up during a normal cycle, this would mean that it was the product
that opened the lateral chain. A technician will then have to open the tunnel and verify
different points. First verify if there isn’t a piece too wide, on its side, twisted, broken or
wedged inside the tunnel. If this is the case the technician must remove it manually.

It is also possible that this alarm will light if the lateral chain is not well adjusted or if
the pressure applied to the product is higher than what is admissible by the system. If this is
the case, refer to chapter 5 to find the correct adjustments.

It is also possible that this alarm will light if there is no pneumatic pressure in the
components of the system. You must then supply pneumatic pressure to the system before
starting the machine.

2- Joint detection
This alarm will light if the two photocells located each side of the motorized wheels at
the entrance of the press do not read the product simultaneously. This can happen for
different reasons, such as: if there is no product in that area at that time, if a joint is open, if
a piece is turned up on its side, if a piece is much narrower than the others, if a piece is
darker than the other such as a knot or a mark, if a piece is twisted or if a piece is wedged
in the tunnel. The photocells could also be misalign or even defective. All these reasons can
determine why the alarm may light.

Considering the speed of the system, it is possible that when the tunnel stops, the
problem may not be found in front of the photocells. The technician should visually inspect
the system and not limiting the inspection to that area only.

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Chapter

7
MAINTENANCE

WARNING!

To avoid injury and physical damage, disconnect power from FAO and
associated units before undertaking any repairs.

General Maintenance
In order to keep this machine clean, it should be dusted off with compressed air everyday.
This procedure is especially important to maintain the efficiency of all mechanical
components.

Description Daily. Weekly. Monthly Other

Remove water from the air

separator. 9
Verify lubricator oil level of the
FRL. 9
Verify air pressure regulators. 9
Verify possible oil leaks and
tighten connections if necessary. 9

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Description Daily. Weekly. Monthly Other

Verify chain tensions. 9
Verify connections. 9
Check all bolts and nuts on
moving parts. 9

Chain lubrication System

The chains of the tunnel are oiled in a continuous fashion due to an automatic
lubrication system. Each chain has its own sprayer which can be adjusted to have more or
less oil sprayed on the chain. To modify the adjustment of the sprayer, simply screw or
unscrew the knob on the sprayer. Do not over oil the chains, prevent from marking the
product with the oil.

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Chapter

WARRANTY POLICY
8
Our machines and their components are thoroughly inspected at all stages of
production and every machine has been assembled and checked before shipping, as to
prevent any defects in workmanship or material.

Doucet machineries Inc. obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or

replacing any part or parts thereof which, within twelve months after date of shipment, shall
prove, in our opinion, to be defective. Such part shall be shipped, transportation expenses
prepaid, to our factory or any service center designated by us. Doucet machineries Inc.
assumes no liability for labor charges incidental to the adjustment, service, repairing,
removal or replacement of parts or other losses or for expense of repairs made outside its
factory, except when made prior to Doucet machineries Inc. consent.

This warranty does not apply to the repair or replacement of parts that failed as a
result of abuse and/or misuse. In addition to Doucet machineries Inc. warranty a large
number of off the shelf components such as electronic, electric, hydraulic and pneumatic
components are covered under their respective manufacturer’s product warranty. In most
instances you may obtain locally and receive on the spot replacement from a service depot
located in your area. In the absence of local service Doucet machineries Inc. will provide
replacement on an exchange basis and file the claim under the said manufacturer’s
warranty. Doucet reserves the right to decline liability in case of repairs and replacement
parts purchased by customers without prior consent.

The foregoing shall constitute the fulfillment of our obligations under this warranty
and there are no other warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, except as stated
herein.

November 22nd, 1999

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START UP CHECKLIST
In order to obtain a total and complete follow-up, Doucet machineries Inc. suggest that you
fill out the following form to insure a proper start up. Please fax this form back to us at (819)
367-2100 or send the information by e-mail to info@doucetinc.com.

Company Name:

Address:

City:

Province / State:

Postal code / zip:

Tel:

Your Distributor:

Date of start up:

Model number:

Serial number:

How does your equipment run after start-up? 9

Excellent Good Fair Poorly

Comments:

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PARTS
At the end of this manual, you will find drawings that allow you to identify different parts that
you may eventually have to replace.

Order Procedure

• Identify the parts you need to order.

• Specify the item number, reference number, quantity, and the description of the parts.

• The model and serial number of your equipment must also be found on your order.

• Fax the order to our Doucet machineries Inc. local distributor. If you rather call, also
make sure you have this information ready.

NOTE:

• Following this simple procedure will enable us to give you a fast and accurate service.

• Doucet built your equipment with standard components, which are mostly available at a
local supplier, your Doucet distributor or at Doucet machineries Inc.

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DRAWINGS

D020-027 OPENING SYSTEM ASSEMBLY

D035-483 FINGER VERTICAL PRESS ASSEMBLY
D061-326 ga CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY
D061-327 ga FIXED FENCE ASSEMBLY
D061-328 ga MOBILE FENCE ASSEMBLY
D061-329 ga MT-15 ga ASSEMBLY
D061-191 PNEUMATIC DRAWING

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MOBILE CHAIN
SYSTEM PRESS

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HOSE ¼’’ HOSE ¼’’

0 – 60PSI

HOSE 3/8'’
62.1140
FIXE CHAIN
EM-37 14R111F
CHAIN
LUBRIFICATOR 52043-1000
0 – 160 PSI 0 – 15 PSI 4 2

62.1150 14R113F 62.1130

14R112F 5 1 3

HOSE ¼’’

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HOSE 3/8'’

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14R111F B511BB553C 4
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B511BB553C
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INC.
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5 1 3 HOSE 3/8'’ TEL (819) 367-2633 / FAX (819) 367-2100

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