Collin - Press - P 200 E - GB

Operating Instruction
Machine Description
PLATE PRESS: P200E - P400E
Version: v.3.0.0
Date: 10.03.2021
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Phone: ++49(0)8076 2740-0
e-mail: info@collin-solutions.com
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EC-Declaration of Conformity
EC-Declaration of Conformity
as defined by Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Annex II A
Manufacturer: COLLIN Lab & Pilot Solutions GmbH

Gewerbestrasse 11
83558 Maitenbeth, Germany
We hereby declare
that the plant / machine / unit designated below, based on its construction and design and with
respect to the version supplied by us, is in compliance with the applicable basic safety and health
standards of the EC Directives.
This Declaration shall become null and void upon any modification of the plant / machine / unit
without our prior approval.
Designation: PLATE PRESS

Type: P200E - P400E
Applicable EU Directives:
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
Directive Electromagnetic Compatibility 2014/30/EU
Applied harmonized Standards:

DIN EN ISO 12100:2013-08
DIN EN ISO 13849-1:2016-06 /-2:2013-02
DIN EN 60204-1:2019-06
DIN EN 289:2014-09
DIN EN ISO 4413: 2011-04
DIN EN ISO 4414: 2011-04
Documentation manager: Dr. Franz Grajewski
Maitenbeth, 28.11.2019 Signature: .........................................................

Managing Director, DI Dr. Friedrich Kastner
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Operation Instructions
Table of contents
1 General ....................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 General notes.............................................................................................................................. 7
1.2 Intended use ............................................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Inappropriate use / incorrect application ..................................................................................... 8
1.4 Disclaimer ................................................................................................................................... 9
2 TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................................................................. 10
2.1 In general .................................................................................................................................. 10
2.2 Layout plan................................................................................................................................ 11
2.3 Connected loads ....................................................................................................................... 12
3 SAFETY .................................................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Organisational measures .......................................................................................................... 13
3.1.1 Selection of personnel and qualification ................................................................................... 14
3.1.1.1 User groups ............................................................................................................................... 14
3.1.2 Safety instructions for normal operation) .................................................................................. 14
3.1.3 Safety instructions for refitting, cleaning, maintenance, and trouble shooting ......................... 15
3.1.4 Rescue operations .................................................................................................................... 17
3.2 Explanation of symbols and notices.......................................................................................... 19
3.2.1 Safety signs ............................................................................................................................... 19
3.2.2 Signal words .............................................................................................................................. 19
3.2.3 Symbols .................................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.3.1 Signs to attract special attention ............................................................................................... 20
3.2.3.2 Safety signs ............................................................................................................................... 21
3.2.3.3 Prohibition signs ........................................................................................................................ 23
3.2.3.4 Mandatory signs ........................................................................................................................ 24
3.3 Personal Protective Equipment................................................................................................. 25
3.4 Special safety instructions ........................................................................................................ 25
3.4.1 Radiation ................................................................................................................................... 25
3.4.2 Vibration .................................................................................................................................... 25
3.4.3 Explosion protection .................................................................................................................. 25
3.4.4 Firefighting measures ............................................................................................................... 26
3.4.5 Special codes of practice .......................................................................................................... 26
3.4.6 Safety marking at the plant / machine / unit .............................................................................. 26
3.5 Safety equipment ...................................................................................................................... 27
3.5.1 Check safeguards ..................................................................................................................... 27
3.5.2 Fixed guard ............................................................................................................................... 27
3.5.3 Main switch ............................................................................................................................... 28
3.5.4 Emergency Stop function .......................................................................................................... 28
3.5.4.1 Emergency Stop button ............................................................................................................ 28
3.5.5 Movable guards......................................................................................................................... 31
3.5.5.1 Interlocking moveable guards ................................................................................................... 31
3.5.6 Signalling devices ..................................................................................................................... 32
3.6 Main danger areas, description of residual risks ...................................................................... 33
4 DESCRIPTION OF THE PLANT / MACHINE / UNIT ............................................................... 39
4.1 Task of the plant / machine / unit .............................................................................................. 39
4.2 Applications ............................................................................................................................... 39
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4.3 Work principle ........................................................................................................................... 39

4.4 Structure of the machine (mechanical) ..................................................................................... 40
4.4.1 Guide column ............................................................................................................................ 41
4.4.2 Operating panel......................................................................................................................... 41
4.4.3 Switch cabinet ........................................................................................................................... 42
4.4.4 Main switch ............................................................................................................................... 42
4.5 Heating- / cooling packs ............................................................................................................ 43
4.6 Hydraulic system (optional) ....................................................................................................... 43
4.7 Pneumatic (optional) ................................................................................................................. 43
5 TRANSPORT, INSTALLATION, STORAGE AND DECOMMISSIONING .............................. 44
5.1 In general .................................................................................................................................. 44
5.2 Storage ...................................................................................................................................... 45
5.3 Installation ................................................................................................................................. 45
5.3.1 Unpacking of the machine and disposing the packaging of ..................................................... 45
5.3.2 Check scope of delivery ............................................................................................................ 45
5.3.3 Installation site requirements .................................................................................................... 46
5.3.4 Overall dimensions of the machine ........................................................................................... 46
5.3.5 Transport of the machine .......................................................................................................... 47
5.3.6 Installation of the machine ........................................................................................................ 47
5.4 Decommissioning, disassembly ................................................................................................ 48
5.5 Disposal .................................................................................................................................... 49
5.5.1 Disposal of rejects / waste ........................................................................................................ 49
5.5.2 Disposal of the machine or the components of plants .............................................................. 49
6 CONNECTIONS, COMMISSIONING AND OPERATION ........................................................ 50
6.1 Connections .............................................................................................................................. 50
6.1.1 Electrical connection ................................................................................................................. 51
6.1.2 Water connection ...................................................................................................................... 52
6.1.3 Connections to the sewerage ................................................................................................... 52
6.1.4 Hydraulic system ....................................................................................................................... 52
6.1.5 Pneumatic connections ............................................................................................................. 53
6.2 Commissioning.......................................................................................................................... 54
6.2.1 Check all safeguards for functioning ......................................................................................... 54
6.2.1.1 Check the Emergency Stop function......................................................................................... 55
Check of guard door monitoring................................................................................................ 57
6.2.2 Preheating the platen press ...................................................................................................... 59
6.3 Operation .................................................................................................................................. 60
6.3.1 Safety instructions - Operation and handling ............................................................................ 60
6.3.2 Work stations of the operating staff .......................................................................................... 61
6.3.3 The operator's tasks .................................................................................................................. 62
6.3.3.1 Check the machine before starting work .................................................................................. 62
6.3.3.2 Operation .................................................................................................................................. 62
6.3.4 Start operation........................................................................................................................... 62
6.3.4.1 Changing of process conditions ................................................................................................ 62
Calculation of operating pressure, locking force and specific surface pressure ....................... 63
6.3.5 Stop of operation ....................................................................................................................... 64
7 MAINTENANCE AND CARE ................................................................................................... 65
7.1 Maintenance.............................................................................................................................. 65

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7.1.1 General safety regulations for maintenance works................................................................... 65

7.1.2 Maintenance and inspection schedule ...................................................................................... 67
7.1.3 List of lubricants and operating supplies ................................................................................... 69
7.1.4 Torques for screw connections ................................................................................................. 70
7.1.5 Maintenance of the hydraulic system........................................................................................ 71
Safety regulations for maintenance of the hydraulic system .................................................... 71
Check hydraulic pipes ............................................................................................................... 71
Hydraulic hoses......................................................................................................................... 72
7.1.6 Maintenance of the water cooling circuit ................................................................................... 73
7.1.6.1 Check pipes and screw connections......................................................................................... 73
7.1.6.2 Replace dirt arrester ................................................................................................................. 73
7.1.6.3 Replace fine filter ...................................................................................................................... 73
7.1.7 Service of the electrical devices................................................................................................ 74
7.1.8 Maintenance of pneumatic system (option) .............................................................................. 74
7.2 Care .......................................................................................................................................... 75
7.2.1 Safety regulations for care and cleaning works ........................................................................ 75
7.2.2 Cleaning of the plant / machine / unit........................................................................................ 75
7.2.3 Decalcification of the heating-/ cooling packs ........................................................................... 76
7.2.3.1 Decalcification device (optional) ............................................................................................... 76
7.2.3.2 Decalciification .......................................................................................................................... 76
7.2.4 Cleaning of heating-/ cooling packs and guide columns .......................................................... 78
8 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................ 79
8.1 Cassette cooling system (optional) ........................................................................................... 79
8.2 Extraction hood (optional) ......................................................................................................... 80
8.3 Water cooling device (optional)................................................................................................. 80
9 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR ...................................................................................... 81
9.1 Safety regulations for troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 81
9.2 Possible causes of malfunction and troubleshooting ................................................................ 81
10 ORDERING OF SPARE PARTS AND CUSTOMER SERVICE .............................................. 83
11 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS ............................................................................................. 84
11.1 Mechanical drawings and parts lists ......................................................................................... 84
11.2 Cooling - and piping scheme .................................................................................................... 85
11.3 Hydraulic diagram ..................................................................................................................... 86
11.4 Pneumatic scheme: .................................................................................................................. 87
11.5 Electrical circuit diagram ........................................................................................................... 88
12 ANNEXES ................................................................................................................................. 89
12.1 Operating instructions for control .............................................................................................. 89
12.2 Documents issued for third-party devices ................................................................................. 90

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1 GENERAL
1.1 General notes
These Operating Instructions have been prepared in order to be read, understood

and observed within all respects by the persons responsible for the plant / machine /
unit.
The Operating Instructions contain all specifications, data and instructions for the
correct installation and connection of the plant / machine / unit as well as all instructions
required for its operation and maintenance.
These Operating Instructions are part of the plant / machine / unit and in case the plant
/ machine / unit or parts of the plant / machine / unit will be sold, they have to be
forwarded to the next owner or user.
It is particularly important that the responsible person and the operator are familiar with
all operating and control elements prior to the first start-up of the plant / machine / unit.
Only when these Operating Instructions are well known, risks or faulty operation of the
plant / machine / unit can be avoided and its trouble-free service can be guaranteed.
It is required to carefully study these Operating Instructions prior to the start-up of the
plant / machine / unit, as COLLIN will not assume any liability for damages or
malfunctions resulting from their non-compliance!
Only when all instructions contained in these Operating Instructions are observed
damages of the plant / machine / unit as well as possible risks caused by them will be
avoided. Only in this way, the maximum performance of the plant / machine / unit will
always be exploited.
If there are any questions or unexpected difficulties, do not hesitate to contact the
COLLIN or one of its representatives. COLLIN’s worldwide acting service will provide
you the necessary assistance.
The plants / machines / units made by COLLIN are continuously being further
developed and improved to meet all requirements and the new demands made on
them.
Diagrams and images are for clarification of the texts and do not directly or only
partially refer to the product delivered. (Type, configuration, colour…)
The company COLLIN reserves the copyright to these Operating Instructions.
These Operating Instructions are written for the assemblers, operators and
maintenance engineers.
They include instructions and technical drawings which may not be copied, completely
or partially, distributed or used for competition purposes or communicated to third
parties.

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Address: COLLIN Lab & Pilot Solutions GmbH

Gewerbestrasse 11
D-83558 Maitenbeth
Phone: ++49(0)8076 2740-0
E-mail: info@collin-solutions.com
1.2 Intended use

This machine has been designed and constructed according to the state of the art and
in compliance with the applicable safety regulations. Nevertheless, using the plant /
machine / unit may pose a risk of serious or fatal personal injury for the operator or
other people, or may impair the plant / machine / unit or other material assets.
Only operate the machine in good order and condition. Especially, malfunctions which
may impair safety are to be eliminated immediately!
Vacuum platen presses are used for the manufacture of pressed articles made of
plastics and/or rubber at vacuum.
Observing the Operating Instructions, the maintenance and service specifications, as
well as the parameters listed in chapter 2 "TECHNICAL DATA" are also part of the
intended use.
1.3 Inappropriate use / incorrect application

Operating the plant / machine / unit within potentially explosive atmospheres where
explosive gases or mixtures can arise or within accordingly indicated zones is not
allowed and forbidden.
The plant / machine / unit may not be used for the processing of e. g. metals, explosive,
corrosive, or extremely abrasively acting substances or materials other than stated in
chapter 2.1.
Any different or further reaching use as described herein is considered not to be the
intended use.
COLLIN assumes no liability for damages resulting from inappropriate use resp.
incorrect application. The user bears sole responsibility.

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1.4 Disclaimer
If the plant / machine / unit is not used as intended or is applied or installed in an
uncommon way, as well as switches (Emergency-stop, limit switches, etc.) have been
changed or positioned in another way, COLLIN will not assume any liability for any
damages or breakdowns.
If the operating company modifies components, especially pressure loaded

components, e.g. tools, tool adaptors, and cylinders, COLLIN's warrantee and legal
liability will expire.
The company COLLIN will not assume any liability for personal injuries, damages on
buildings or other facilities, as well as for breakdowns, that result from the non-
compliance with these Operating Instructions.

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2 TECHNICAL DATA
2.1 In general
TYPE: P 200 E P 300 E P 400 E
Nominal size of plates mm 200 x 200 300 x 300 400 x 400

Usable size (actual) mm 196 x 196 296 x 296 396 x 396
Usable opening / stroke mm 100 150 250
Pneumatic cylinder Hydraulic system
Press power (standard) kN 120 300 500

Press power 1 (optional) kN 150 - -
Press power 2 (optional) kN 200 - -
Electrical thermal energy per plate kN 2,5 4,5 8
Operating temperature max. °C 300 300 300
Operating pressure max. bar 240 250 250
Weight (empty):
- Without cassette cooling system kg 220 500
1365
- With cassette cooling system 250 550
Table Free-standing
Type design design
-
Dimensions:
- Length 975 1300 1676
- Width mm 350 500 642
- Height 835 980 1720
Laboratory bench for table press:
- Length 1000 1500
-
- Width mm 750 750
- Height 700 - 950 700 - 950
Sound emission / sound pressure
dB(A) <75
level
In practice, the noise level of the machine depends on its kind of application and the place
of installation (application) as well as the nature of the product.
It can considerably be different from the noise level measured in no-load operation.
Table 1: General technical data

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2.2 Layout plan

See plant periphery.

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2.3 Connected loads

See plant periphery.

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3 SAFETY
3.1 Organisational measures

Always keep the Operating Instructions handy at an accessible place and within easy
reach near the plant / machine / unit.
In addition to the Operating Instructions, observe the generally applicable and

otherwise binding regulations on accident prevention and environmental protection!
Before starting work, the personnel assigned to operate the plant / machine / unit is
obliged to read the Operating Instructions and especially chapter 3 "Safety". This
particularly applies to personnel who work on the plant / machine / unit only sometimes,
e.g. for changing-over, cleaning or maintenance.
Staff is not allowed to wear long hair, loose clothing or jewellery and rings. There is the
risk of injuries, e.g. they can be trapped or drawn in.
As far as this is necessary or required by regulations, the operator has to wear his/her
personal protective equipment!
If any safety-related changes of the plant / machine / unit or its operating behaviour are
detected, immediately switch off the plant / machine / unit and get the malfunction
immediately repaired by the responsible personnel.
Do not make any modifications, additions or conversions on the plant / machine / unit
which may impair safety without COLLIN's approval! This also applies to installation
and setting-up of safeguards and safety valves as well as to welding works on
supporting parts. Program changes (software) on programmable control systems are
to be approved by COLLIN!
If it is necessary or required, the operating company is to place the operating personnel

under the obligation to wear personal protective equipment, e.g. protective clothing,
protective gloves, safety shoes, ear protection, etc.
The illumination in the factory halls and on the plant / machine / unit must comply with
the national legislation and directives.
For assembly, dismounting and remounting, start-up, operation, changing over,

adaptation, maintenance and repair observe the switch-off procedures specified in the
Operating Instructions.
For company-specific working processes and safety-related activities, the user has to
create appropriate directives and to instruct the personnel. Observe the national
regulations and directive.
To avoid fire hazard, do not leave the machine unattended.

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3.1.1 Selection of personnel and qualification

The plant / machine / unit may only be operated, maintained, and repaired by
authorized, well-trained and instructed personnel.
People who are to be taught, trained, or instructed may only work on the plant / machine
/ unit under continuous supervision. Young people, younger than 18, may only work on
the plant / machine / unit in the course of their vocational training. The minimum
statutory requirements have to be observed.
Only qualified electricians or trained personnel, conducted and supervised by an

electrician, who observe the applicable regulations for electrical installations are
allowed to work on the electrical systems of the plant / machine / unit.
3.1.1.1 User groups
Activities User groups Qualification

Transport/assembly, commissioning, Specialist personnel Technicians, industrial
troubleshooting/repair, maintenance, mechanics, fitters etc.
disassembly
Installation, dismounting Specialist personnel Electrical connection
only by electricians
Operation Specialist personnel, Instruction by the
unskilled personnel, operating organization
trainees
Ogout
Table 2: User groups
3.1.2 Safety instructions for normal operation)

Never do anything to jeopardize safety!
The plant / machine / unit is only allowed to be operated when all safeguards and
safety-related components, e.g. removeable safeguards, Emergency Stop devices,
pull-wire switches, suction devices, if necessary, are in place, in proper working order,
and in protective position!
Immediately report any occurring changes of the operating behaviour of the plant /
machine / unit to the responsible person! In this case, immediately switch off the plant
/ machine / unit and secure it!
In case of malfunctions, immediately switch off the plant / machine / unit and secure it!
Immediately get malfunctions repaired by authorised personnel!
Follow the procedures for switching on and off and the control indications according to
the separate operating instructions!
Do not place burning material and inflammable substances near the plant / machine /
unit because there is radiant heat.
Before switching on the plant / machine / unit, make sure that nobody can be
endangered by the starting plant / machine / unit!

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3.1.3 Safety instructions for refitting, cleaning, maintenance, and trouble shooting
Observe the activities for setting up, maintenance and inspection works and dates
including the dates for replacing the parts/partial equipment specified in the Operating
Instructions! This work is only allowed to be done by specialists.
Any spare parts used must comply with the technical requirements laid down by the
manufacturer. This is always guaranteed when the original spare parts made by
COLLIN are used.
Inform the operator before special and maintenance works are started!
If several people or contractors, e.g. for assembly or disassembly works, lifting

processes, etc., work together, assign a supervisor.
The responsibilities for assembly, dismounting and remounting, commissioning,

operation and repair must be clearly defined and complied with.
This particularly applies to all works to be performed on the electric, pneumatic and
hydraulic equipment, which must only be done by experts.
Always observe the operating Instructions and the Installation Instructions for the
procedures of switching ON/OFF for all works referring to the operation, the changing-
over or the setting-up of the plant / machine / unit and its safety-related devices, as well
as the inspection, maintenance and repair!
Protect the service area as far as necessary!
If the plant / machine / unit have been switched off completely for maintenance and
repair, they have to be secured against accidental switching on:
1. Switch the main switch off and secure it against accidental switching on and/or
place a warning sign on the main switch.
2. Turn off the pneumatic air connection or any other energy supplies, e.g. hot
water.
Dangerous electricity
Electronic components (e.g. frequency converter, capacitors, etc.) can be live for
about 15 minutes, also after disconnecting from the mains network.
- Before doing all the works on electronic components, always measure the
voltage first.

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When replacing individual components and heavier subassemblies, ensure that they
are correctly fixed to suitable lifting devices so that they are secured that way that they
cannot cause any danger.
Ensure that all lifting devices are suitable and in perfect working order and of adequate
lifting capacity!
Only use the indicated hitching points on the plant / machine / unit.
Risk of injury due to suspended loads
Parts of the load or the load itself can fall down.
Risk of hitting any parts of the body (head) against the lifted load.
- Do not step under suspended loads.

- Wear a safety helmet.
Falling hazard
If a person climbs onto the machine, there will be the risk of falling off the machine
or the machine itself can fall over.
- In case assembly work has to be done overhead, use the provided aids or other
safe ladders and service platforms.
- Do not use machine parts as climbing aids.
Türe
Keep all accesses of the plant / machine / unit, e.g. platforms, ladders, free from dirt
and objects!
Always retighten and secure loose screw connections after service and maintenance
work!
If it is required to disassemble safety devices for refitting, maintenance and repair work,
it will be indispensable to install and check the safety devices immediately after
completing the maintenance and repair work.
The user of the plant / machine / unit will be responsible for the safe and environment-
friendly disposal of the supplies and the replaced parts.
Check all pipes, hoses and screw fittings regularly for leaks and other externally visible
damage! Repair the damaged parts immediately!
Before starting the maintenance works, make sure that all system sections and
pressurized lines (compressed air) that have to be opened, have been depressurized
accordingly.
Lay and install all pneumatic lines properly! Do not interchange the connections!
Fittings, length and quality of the hoses must comply with the requirements.
When handling with oil, grease and other chemical substances, observe the applicable
safety regulations for the product!

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Burn and scald hazard

Hot supplies can cause the risk of burns or scalding.
- During refitting, cleaning, maintenance, and repair works or during trouble
shooting,
- Be careful with hot supplies.
- Wear your Personal Protective Equipment.
3.1.4 Rescue operations
The press is only allowed to be operated when two persons are in the same room.
These two persons must be acquainted with the operation of the press.
If people's limbs are caught / jammed in the danger zone or tooling zone between the
heating / cooling packs due to misuse or bypassing of safety equipment or after having
activated an Emergency Stop, the following rescue operations have to be made:
Procedure:
1. Unlock Emergency Stop.
2. Press the [Open press] button.
- The press switches over to Manual mode.
- No pressure will be built up and therefore, the press cannot move.
- The cooling cassette (option) must be in its moved out position, if necessary
- Open the maintenance door using a two-way key
- Pull the cooling cassette manually in this position.
Figure 1: Open the maintenance door Figure 2: Push the cooling cassette
away
- The lower press plate moves to the initial position.

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In case of power failure:

1. Remove the protective covering from the rear side of the machine.
2. Depressurize the hydraulic cylinder by releasing the screwed connections.
- 1. Release the screws on the hydraulic cylinder
- 2. Release the connection of the hydraulic hose on the cylinder
Figure 3: Disconnect the hydraulic connection

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3.2 Explanation of symbols and notices
3.2.1 Safety signs
These symbols are placed next to all instructions referring safety at work in these
Operating Instructions, as well as on the plant / machine / unit in all cases of danger
to life and limb and/or when property damage can occur.
- These safety instructions must be strictly complied with and particular caution
has to be paid.
- These work safety instructions have to be passed to all other users.
- In addition to the safety rules contained in these Operating Instructions, the
generally applicable safety regulations and the rules and regulations for the
prevention of accidents must be complied with.
3.2.2 Signal words
Signal words indicate the degree of danger:
= Immediate hazard which certainly results in death or serious

injury.
= Hazard which can result in death or serious injury.
= Hazard which can result in minor injury or severe property

damage.
= Signifies that a malfunction or damage may occur if the related

measure is not taken.

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3.2.3 Symbols
The most important symbols and their meanings are listed below.
Some of these symbols are used both in these Operating Instructions and as symbols
sticking on the machine.
3.2.3.1 Signs to attract special attention
Symbol Meaning
Ergänzender Hinweis im Text
General reference in the text
Hinweis auf Angriffspunkt beim Transport
Reference to points of attack in the case of transport
Hinweis auf besondere Wartung
Reference to special maintenance
Hinweis auf besondere Reinigung
Reference to special cleaning

Table 3: Signs to attract special attention

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3.2.3.2 Safety signs
Symbol Meaning
Warnung vor einer Gefahrenstelle
General warning
Warning of drawing-in hazard
Warning! Entanglement hazard (Beware of moving components)
Warnung vor Quetschgefahr an rotierenden Walzen
Warning! Crush hazard on rotating rolls
Warnung vor Handverletzungen
Warning! Hand injury
Warnung vor scharfen Klingen
Warning! Sharp knives
Warnung vor gefährlicher, elektrischer Spannung
Warning! Dangerous electrical voltage
Warnung vor heißer Oberfläche
Warning! Hot surface
Warnung vor Stolpergefahr
Warning! Tripping hazard
Warnung vor Absturzgefahr
Warning! Danger of falling
Warnung vor Rutschgefahr
Warning! Danger of slipping
Warnung vor schwebenden Lasten
Warning! Overhead hanging load
Warnung vor explosionsgefährlichen Stoffen
Warning! Explosive substances

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Symbol Meaning
Warnung vor Biogefährdung
Warning! Biological hazard
Warning of inflammable materials
Warning! Flammable substances
Warnung vor gesundheitsschädlichen oder reizenden Stoffen
Warning! Harmful or irritant substances
Warnung vor giftigen Stoffen
Warning! Toxic substances
Warnung vor ätzenden Stoffen
Warning! Corrosive substances
Warnung vor radioaktiven Stoffen oder ionisierenden Strahlen
Warning! Radioactive substances or ionizing radiation
Warnung vor nicht ionisierenden, elektromagnetischen Strahlen
Warning! Non-ionic, electromagnetic radiation
Warnung vor magnetischem Feld
Warning! Magnetic field
Warnung vor Gefahr durch automatischen Anlauf
Warning! Automatic start-up
Warnung vor optischer Strahlung
Warning! Optical radiation
Warnung-vor-Laserstrahl
Warning! Laser beam

Table 4: Safety signs

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3.2.3.3 Prohibition signs
Symbol Meaning
Prohibition signs
Prohibition sign
Besteigen für Unbefugte verboten
Climbing prohibited for unauthorised persons
Bedienung mit Krawatte verboten
Operating with tie prohibited
Bedienung mit langen Haaren verboten
Operating with long hair prohibited
No smoking
No smoking
Essen und Trinken verboten
No eating and drinking
Feuer, offenes Licht und Rauchen verboten
Fire, open flame and smoking prohibited
Verbot für Personen mit Herzschrittmacher
Prohibited for persons with heart pacemakers
Mit Wasser spritzen verboten
Spraying with water prohibited

Table 5: Prohibition signs

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3.2.3.4 Mandatory signs
Symbol Meaning
Allgemeines Gebotszeichen
General mandatory sign
Gebrauchsanweisung beachten
Follow instructions
Fußschutz benutzen
Wear safety shoes
Gesichtsschutz benutzen
Wear face protection
Handschutz benutzen
Wear protective gloves
Augenschutz benutzen
Wear eye protection
Gehörschutz benutzen
Wear ear protection
Schutzkleidung benutzen
Wear protective clothing
Schutzhelm tragen
Wear safety helmet
Schutzhelm, Gehörschutz und Augenschutz tragen
Wear safety helmet, ear and eye protection

Table 6: Mandatory signs

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3.3 Personal Protective Equipment

For working on the plant / machine / unit the following protection equipment is
recommended:
- Heat resistant protective gloves
- Safety shoes (also see to DIN EN ISO 20346 "Personal protective equipment;
protective boots)
- Work coat, long-sleeved and closed with high percentage of cotton
- Face protection (e. g. for starting).
If the total sound level exceeds 85 dB(A) in the workroom:

- Ear protection.
A responsible person in the operating company has to instruct the machine operators
to wear personal protective equipment when working on the plant / machine / unit.
The operating company has to provide this equipment.
3.4 Special safety instructions
3.4.1 Radiation
The plant / machine / unit do not cause any radiation which could affect other plants /
machines / units and equipment or people's health.
3.4.2 Vibration
This plant / machine / unit only causes low vibrations and they are clearly below the
legally permissible limits.
3.4.3 Explosion protection

The plant/machine/unit may not be used within areas with potentially explosive
atmosphere.
The operating company has to ensure that the processed substances and material do
not cause any dangerous and potentially explosive atmosphere.
If the operating company, however, applies or processes substances on the plant /

machine / unit which are suspected of causing a potentially explosive atmosphere, only
the operating company will be responsible for possibly arising injuries to people, or
damages to facilities, buildings, as well as to the plant / machine / unit itself.
Before applying such substances, the responsible technical personnel of the user have
to determine the risk of explosion and to take all the necessary steps to minimise it.

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3.4.4 Firefighting measures

If the process temperature of certain products is exceeded, the product or the machine
can burn.
Furthermore, there is the risk of fire when combustible and easily flammable
substances are stored too near to hot surfaces of the plant / machine / unit disregarding
the minimum distances.
The user of the plant / machine / unit is responsible for keeping the legal regulations
for fire protection.
The operating company of the plant / machine / unit is also responsible for providing
the appropriate fire extinguishers, if they do not exist.
3.4.5 Special codes of practice

The user has to specify special codes of practice for the operation of the plant / machine
/ unit.
The following rules must be observed:
Symbol Meaning
Bedienung mit Krawatte verboten
Operating with tie prohibited
Bedienung mit langen Haaren verboten
Operating with long hair prohibited
No smoking
No smoking
Essen und Trinken verboten
No eating and drinking
Feuer, offenes Licht und Rauchen verboten
Fire, open flame and smoking prohibited

Table 7: Special codes of practice
3.4.6 Safety marking at the plant / machine / unit
Danger because of illegible safety marking

Because of illegible safety marking, hazard sources cannot be detected in time.
Danger of injury exists.
- Damaged of illegible safety marking must be replaced immediately.

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3.5 Safety equipment
Carefully read this chapter.
Information provided here serves for your safety.
3.5.1 Check safeguards
Risk of injury caused by malfunctioning safeguards

To ensure the operator's safety it is required to check the safeguards of the plant /
machine / unit regularly.
- Check the safeguards before every start of work. If there are any irregularities
during the safety check, immediately report it to your superior.
- It is not allowed to operate the plants / machines / units with damaged or missing
safeguards!
- Replace damaged parts of safeguards by original spare parts or repair them.
3.5.2 Fixed guard

Fixed guards (e.g. protective grids, panels, coverings, guard rails, etc.) constantly
protect individual machine parts in the danger zone from entering and accessing by
people or falling of people. The fixed safeguards are part of the machine and fixed to it
by screws.
Risk of injury caused by removed safeguards

Fixed guards must always be in place during operation! It is only allowed to
disassemble it for maintenance and repair works.
- After finishing these works, the responsible supervisors have to check the correct
fastening of the protective equipment!
- The plant / machine / unit are only allowed to be run with all provided protective
equipment installed.
Generally, fixed guards are not especially described in the Operating Instructions. If it
has to be disassembled for refitting, setting-up, maintenance and repair works, this
work will be described in detail in the respective chapter.

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3.5.3 Main switch

The control unit is activated by switching on the main switch.
Optional temperature controllers can only be enabled with position "I" or disabled with
position "0".
In position "0", all poles of the drives are disconnected from the power supply.
The main switch can be secured against accidental switching by using a padlock.
The operating company shall specify special codes of practice referring the operation
of the main switch, e.g. by specifying an operating instruction.
3.5.4 Emergency Stop function
3.5.4.1 Emergency Stop button
Not meeting the shutdown order results in damage to the machine

Emergency-Stop push-buttons serve to protect people and plant / machine / units.
They are only allowed to be actuated in case there is a risk of danger for people or
machine.
Figure 4: Emergency-stop push-button

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3.5.4.1.1 Actuate Emergency Stop

In case of danger, actuate the emergency-stop push-button.
Figure 5: Actuating the emergency-stop push-button
The following actions are started by actuating the emergency-stop push-button:

- All drives of the plant / machine / unit are switched off immediately.
- The electric heatings of the rolls are switched off.
- The hydraulic system is depressurized.
- All optional additional equipment is switched off.
The following plant / machine / unit systems will not be depressurised or switched
off after actuating the emergency-stop push-button:
- The water cooling system remains active.
- The hydraulic system remains pressurized.

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3.5.4.1.2 Restarting after actuating the Emergency-Stop button
Risk of injury / risk of damage

By starting the plant / machine / unit, there exists the danger of risk of injury and / or
damage to the machine.
- Before restarting the plant / machine / unit, make sure that no people or objects
are within the working area and the danger area.
- A visual inspection has to be carried out in order to avoid accidents and damages.
- Only restart the plant / machine / unit after an Emergency-Stop when all plant /
machine / unit parts are in good order and condition.
Work steps after the emergency-stop button has been actuated:

3. Eliminate hazard, perform visual inspection.
4. Release the actuated emergency-stop push-button by pulling it out.
5. All plant / machine / units integrated into the production line must individually be
restarted on the corresponding control panel, if necessary, see separate operating
instructions.
6. The safety equipment of certain plants / machines / units is automatically checked
for functioning. In this case, it is necessary to additionally acknowledge the
emergency-stop function on the control panel.
The procedure for the commissioning of the plant / machine / unit depends on the
control system and can vary. Please find further details in the separate Operating
Instructions of your plant / machine / unit in chapter 12.1.

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3.5.5 Movable guards

Movable protective equipment (e.g. protective doors, etc.) protect people within the
dangerous area from reaching into the individual machine parts.
3.5.5.1 Interlocking moveable guards

A protective door is planned to protect from crushing hazard.
Figure 6: Movable safeguards
1 Monitoring switch
The position monitoring of the moveable separating safety equipment (guard door
opened or guard door closed) is effected via safety switches in connection with an
emergency stop evaluation unit.
Danger of injury in case of non-functioning of the guard door monitoring

In order to guarantee the safety of the operating staff, the functional reliability of the
guard door monitoring must be checked before every start of work (however, at
least 1x daily).
- In case of irregularities which are shown during the verification, the
supervisors must be informed immediately.
- The procedure for the verification of the guard door monitoring is described in
Chapter 6.2.1.2 of these operating instructions.
- Bridging the safety switches or any other manipulation of the guard door
monitoring which allows an operation of the plant / machine / unit with the
guard door open resp. inoperable guard door monitoring is not permitted and
is considered to be an improper use.

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3.5.5.1.1 Triggering the guard

By actuating the moveable guard, (e. g. guard door open) the following actions are
started:
- Immediately after having opened the guard door (activating the safety
switches), all dangerous motions within the accessible danger zone of the
plant / machine / unit are directly stopped.
- The power supply to the hydraulic pump drive and to the hydraulic valve
control is separated.
- With a closed safety valve with power off, the oil volume is locked in the
hydraulic cylinder and the hydraulic cylinder is fixed in its position in order to
avoid an uncontrolled lowering of the lower (resp. central) press plate with the
guard door open (securing the position).
By opening the guard door, the following plant / machine parts are not
unpressurized resp. not switched off:
- The control (control voltage) remains active.
- The power supply to the control cabinet and (if any) the plug socket in the
control cabinet remain active
- The water cooling remains active.
- The hydraulic system (if any) remains pressurized.
- The heating is not switched off.The vacuum pump (if any) is switched off
3.5.5.1.2 Restart after the guard has been triggered
For recommissioning after having activated the safety equipment (open the guard
door), the following procedure must be observed:
1. Correct the fault.
2. Perform visual inspection, if necessary, remove existing foreign objects (e .g.
tools) from the work area.
3. Place the movable guard into safety position.
4. Start the switched-off drives at the control panel. (see separate instruction manual
of the control chapter 12.1).
3.5.6 Signalling devices

Optical and acoustical signalling devices inform the operator about existing
malfunctions / collective faults, warnings or actuated emergency-stop push-buttons.
The types of signal devices (flashlight, permanent light and/or acoustic signal) vary from
machine to machine and are described in the separate operating instructions.

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3.6 Main danger areas, description of residual risks
No. Machine component Symbol Risk / Protection - Notes

1 Machine Risk of falling over during
transport
There will be the risk of falling over
on inclined surfaces and ramps.
Do not transport or place the
machine or plant components on
inclined surfaces or ramps without
using securing devices.
Danger due to suspended loads
The load or parts of the load can
fall down and cause injuries.
Risk of injury due to hitting the
head against the lifted load.
Wear a safety helmet.
Do not walk under suspended
loads when the machine is being
transported!
Only use suitable and undamaged
transport and lifting devices with
sufficient load capacity!
Only use the provided hitching
points on the machine or on plant
components!
2 Connecting lines Risk of tripping and falling

People can trip or fall over loosely
installed, flexible connecting lines,
for instance: Cables (1), cooling
water lines (2), connection for
compressed air (3), etc.
As far as possible, flexible
connecting lines must not be laid at
the operator’s side of the
1 2 3 plant/machine/unit.
People can slip or fall caused by
fluid supplies on the floor spilled
when filling the plant / machine /
unit.
Wipe up spilled fluid supplies from
the floor immediately after the filling
procedure.

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3 Machine Falling hazard
There exists the risk of falling off
the machine when climbing on it.
The operating company shall

provide access to machine parts at
the top (filling opening) by installing
suitable machine stairs/ platform.
4 Machine Fire Hazard

Danger of fire due to stored
flammable materials within the area
of the machine.
Do not store flammable materials

within the area of the machine.

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5 Machine / press samples Risk to health
During normal operation of the
machine, gases and fumes can
escape which can be toxic, hot and
injurious to health.
Depending on the used and

processed raw material, danger
from gas and vapour can vary and
has to be determined by the user
using an expert risk assessment.
If emissions are expected for

certain processed materials which
are hazardous to health, the user
will be responsible for providing
sufficient air exchange (natural or
technical ventilation). If technical
measures are taken, consider the
accessibility for the service and
maintenance personnel.
If toxic or health-hazardous fumes

occur, the user must arrange
appropriate safety measures and
company-specific work procedures
on the basis of company rulings
and instruct the operators regularly.
Observe national health and safety

regulations at work.

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6 Machine Explosion hazard
By using the plant/machine/unit in
potentially explosive areas, there
will be the risk of explosion.
The plant/machine/unit may not be

used within potentially explosive
atmospheres.
The user has to ensure that the

processed substances and
materials do not cause any
dangerous and explosive
atmosphere.
If the user applies or processes

substances with the
plant/machine/unit which are
suspected of causing an explosive
atmosphere, qualified specialists
(user) shall determine the risk of
explosion before applying the
substances and they have to take
all necessary steps to minimise it.
7 Press area Crushing hazard

Crushing hazard with defective
hydraulic screwed connections and
valves.
Regularly check screwed hydraulic

connections and valves for leaks.
Generally pay attention when

handling within the press area.
After the machine has been

switched off or with "Emergency
Stop" the hydraulic pressure
remains trapped in the cylinder to
avoid the uncontrolled lowering of
the lower press plate (e.g. with
open protective door).

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8 Hot plastic moulding material itself Risk of burning!

and on hot surfaces Risk of burns due to the hot press
sample itself as well as on the
heated heating / cooling packets or
on the cooling water return flow.
Only work on hot press samples or

on the heating / cooling packets
with suitable protective gloves
9 Electrical system Risk of electric shock

There is the risk of an electrical
shock in electrical installations,
especially in the electrical switch
cabinets as well as the control
panels of the plant/machine/unit.
Only clean the plant/machine/unit

with a damp cloth when it is
disconnected from the power
supply!
Direct spraying of the machine is

not allowed!

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10 Hydraulic system Risk of injury

Danger due to escaping
pressurized medium under high
pressure.
Only take special measures like
maintenance and cleaning works
with switched off and depressurized
hydraulic system and while wearing
your personal protective
equipment.
Flexible hydraulic lines have a
specified period of use.
Observe checking and
maintenance intervals for hydraulic
lines. See chapter 7.1.2
Maintenance and Inspection Plan.
Note:
During normal operation of the
machine, the hydraulic system is
pressure-loaded.
The hydraulic system
will not be depressurized after
safeguards (e.g. Emergency Stop,
protective door, ...) have been
actuated or the main switch has
been switched off. (Exception:
pressure cushion in the
hydraulic accumulator)
See chapter 12.2 Documents for

alien devices for hydraulic
components
Table 8: Main danger zones, residual risks

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4 DESCRIPTION OF THE PLANT / MACHINE / UNIT
4.1 Task of the plant / machine / unit

The platen presses are used to produce plastic moulding materials or product coinages.
4.2 Applications
The plant / machine / unit is suitable for processing plastics moulding compounds in
the laboratory scale.
The following fields of application are intended:

- Carry out simple test compressions in the field of plastics and rubber industry.
- Polymer sheet and film production for optical and/or physical testing.
- Production of arbitrary moulding parts.
- Production of product coinages.
- Research and development in the field of plastics and plastics additives/fillers.
- Quality control in the area of stock receipt and production.
- Pilot production.
- Production of small series or small amount of products.
- Training/internship in technical universities and vocational schools for the training
of plastics technicians.
Also see Chapter 1.2 „Application in accordance with the intended use“.
4.3 Work principle

Put the press sample (e.g. plastics, rubber or ceramics) between two heating/cooling
packs. The bottom heating/cooling pack is pressed (at 2-level-presses first against the
middle then) against the top heating/cooling pack using the hydraulic cylinder.
The press sample is pressed by the pressure of the heating/cooling packs.

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4.4 Structure of the machine (mechanical)
7* 1
2
6.1
6
5
3
4*
Figure 7: Design of the plant / machine / unit
1 Guide columns 5 Electrical equipment

2 Heating/cooling packets 6 Protective door
3 Hydraulic system 6.1 Safety switch - protective door
4* Pneumatic system (option) 7* Cooling cassette system (option)
* optional

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4.4.1 Guide column

The four guide columns serve as mounting for the heating-/ cooling plates.
4.4.2 Operating panel

The plant / machine / unit can be controlled via the operating panel.
Figure 8: Operating panel
1 Control panel 2 Display
Please find further information in the operating manual in chapter 12.1.

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4.4.3 Switch cabinet

The switch cabinets include all functions, e.g. main switch, fuses and electrical control
unit.
3
4
5
Figure 9: Switch cabinet
1 Control panel 4 Horn / acoustic signal

2 EMERGENCY STOP button 5 USB interface
3 Main switch
4.4.4 Main switch

Switching on the main switch activates the control unit of the
plant / machine / unit. The main switch in OFF position
disconnects the machine completely from the mains and can be
locked in this position.
Figure 10: Main switch

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4.5 Heating- / cooling packs

The heating -/ cooling packs are equipped with a plate heating and a plate cooling. The
plate heating is an electrical system, the plate cooling works with a cooling water circuit.
By a change of the temperature of the heating-/ cooling packs, different effects on the
press sample can be obtained.
4.6 Hydraulic system (optional)

Using the hydraulic cylinder, the lower heating /cooling packet is pressed against the
upper heating/ cooling packet.
4.7 Pneumatic (optional)

If a tempering ramp, a low pressure system and/or a cassette cooling system is used
for pressing, a connection for compressed air will be provided.
After each press cycle, the cooling water is blown out automatically with compressed
air from the heating / cooling plates.

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5 TRANSPORT, INSTALLATION, STORAGE AND DECOMMISSIONING
5.1 In general
Risk of injury due to suspended loads

The load or parts of the load can fall down and cause injuries.
Risk of injury due to hitting the head against the lifted load.
- Wear a safety helmet.
- Do not walk under suspended loads when the machine is being transported!
- Only use suitable and undamaged transport and lifting devices with sufficient
load capacity!
- Assign qualified instructing personnel for the lifting procedures!
- Only use the provided hitching points on the machine or on plant
components!
- Also for moving the machine or the components of a plant over a short
distance, disconnect it from all energy supplies!
- Before transport, separate all supply lines as well as coupled machines or
plant components.
The machines or the plant components will be delivered assembled in suitable transport
containers.
The respective transport protection is provided for transport, depending on type and
duration of the transport.
Avoid the formation of condensed water due to high temperature fluctuations and
shocks during transportation.
Only suitable industrial trucks and/or suitable cranes may be used for transporting the
machine or the plant components to their place of installation. With this, pay attention
to the centre of gravity of the machine or the plant components and consider the
maximum load capacity of the industrial truck or crane.
After reaching the place of installation and opening the packaging, the machine can be
erected according to the site conditions.
When transporting the machine or plant components, observe connections at the

machine base!
Lifting capacity of the lifting device must be designed for the weight of the
machine!
When the crane, fork lift truck or 2-hand lifting device is overloaded with the weight
of the machine, damages can occur on the lifting devices and the machine.
- Lifting devices must be design for a load capacity F.

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5.2 Storage
If the machine or the components of plants are not used immediately after delivery,
store them carefully at a protected place (dry and closed rooms). For this purpose, they
are to be covered properly in order to avoid penetration of dust and moisture.
Storage temperature: +5°C + 55°C
5.3 Installation
Risk of injuries due to improper installation!

Improper installation can cause serious injuries and significant property damage.
Lying around tools and parts can be causes for an accident. Sharp-edged parts can
cause injuries.
- Wear safety helmet, protective gloves and foot protection.
- Provide for sufficient space for assembly.
- Lying around tools and parts can be causes for an accident.
- Sharp-edged parts can cause injuries
- Provide for order and cleanliness.
5.3.1 Unpacking of the machine and disposing the packaging of
Danger to environment!
Wrong disposal of packaging can cause danger to environment.
- Packaging meets the locally applicable regulations for disposal and
environmental protection.
- If possible, lead the packaging to a recycling process.
Packaging protects the individual packages from pollution, corrosion, and transport
damages during transport. Therefore, remove the packaging material only just before
the assembly. Do not use sharp edged objects as tools for opening the packaging; this
could damage the components.
Please make sure that the accessories and the spare parts package may only be
opened in the presence of COLLIN employees. Otherwise, COLLIN will not assume
any liability for missing or damaged parts.
5.3.2 Check scope of delivery

- Check the scope of delivery as per order immediately after receiving the goods.

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5.3.3 Installation site requirements
Installation site requirements:

- see Connection data sheet
- Altitude for installation maximum 1000 m above sea level.
- Floor and lighting as per industry or trade standard.
- Only install the plant in closed and dry rooms.
5.3.4 Overall dimensions of the machine
Figure 11: Dimensions / centre of gravity
Type: Press Dimensions: P 200 E P 300 E P 400 E
Width b [mm] 975 1300 1675
Depth t [mm] 350 500 642

Height h [mm] 835 980 1720
Table 9: Dimensions of the plant / machine / unit

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5.3.5 Transport of the machine
Figure 12: Lifting with an industrial truck / crane
TYPE PRESS P 200 E P 300 E P 400 E
With cooling cassette F [kg] 220 500 1365
Without cooling cassette F [kg] 300 550 1365

Table 10: Transport weight
For transport proceed as follows

- If installed, demount the top protective covering to uncover the eye bolts for
transport.
- Fasten the load handling device.
- Transport the machine.
- Remove the load handling device.
- Remount the top protective covering.
After reaching the place of installation and opening the packaging, the machine can be
erected according to the site conditions.
5.3.6 Installation of the machine
Risk of falling over during transport

- Because of the height, there is the risk of tipping over on inclined surfaces or
ramps.
- Do not transport or place the machine or the plant components on inclined
surfaces or ramps.

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5.4 Decommissioning, disassembly
Risk of injury with disassembly works!

Stored residual energies, corners, and sharp edged components can cause injuries.
- Always wear your personal protective equipment.
- Do not wear long, loose hair.
- Make sure that there is enough space.
- Provide for order and cleanliness. Lying around tools and parts can be
causes for an accident.
- Properly disassemble the components.
- If required, use lifting gear.
- Be careful when handling sharp edged components.
- Let the machine cool down.
If live parts are directly or indirectly touched hazardous electric current

passes through the body!
Electric shock, burns, or death can be caused.
- Wait for at least 10 minutes after switching off, because the capacitors could
be energized for this time.
- Disconnection from power supply, all works on the electrical system and live
components are only allowed to be done by a trained electrician.
Before disassembly, perform the following steps:

1. Run the machine empty and switch it off.
2. Disconnect the heater from the network.
3. Let the machine cool down.
Please find details on the disassembly in: Cleaning and maintenance.

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5.5 Disposal
Danger to environment!
Wrong disposal of the machine or the machine components can cause danger to
environment.
- Dispose of the machine or machine components in compliance with the
locally applicable regulations for disposal and environmental protection.
- Lead the machine or the machine components to a recycling process.
5.5.1 Disposal of rejects / waste

The user will be responsible for the disposal of rejects produced by the plant / machine
/ unit. Rejects have to be disposed in consultation with the responsible waste
management companies in compliance with the applicable waste disposal regulations.
5.5.2 Disposal of the machine or the components of plants

Once the end of the useful life of the machine has been reached, it must be dismantled
and disposed of in an environmentally compatible manner.
The following parts of the disassembled plant must be led to material recycling if no
take-back or disposal agreement has been concluded:
Scrap metals and get them disposed of by a certified

Metals
specialist company.
Separate plastic materials and get them disposed of by a
Plastic materials
certified specialist company.
Machine components contaminated with supplies hazardous
Combined machine to environment are to be disassembled as per instructions in
components the safety data sheet and disposed of by a certified specialist
company.
Electronic components, cables and control elements are to
Electric scrap be disassembled and disposed of by a certified specialist
company.
The following supplies are considered to be hazardous
waste and must be disposed of accordingly:
Oil and lubricating
- Hydraulic oil
grease
- Gear oil
- Grease
Batteries include toxic heavy metals and must be brought to
Batteries
the respective collecting point.
The operating company is responsible for the disposal of the machine or the plant
components in consultation with the responsible waste management companies in
compliance with the applicable waste disposal regulations.
Oil and other supplies, if present, e.g. lubricant or hydraulic oil, must be discharged
before the machine or the components of plants are disposed and they have to be
disposed separately.

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6 CONNECTIONS, COMMISSIONING AND OPERATION
6.1 Connections
The operating company has to connect the plant / machine / unit to the power supply,
if necessary to the water supply and the compressed air supply.
Danger from electricity!

Improper laying of lines can damage the cables and cause the risk of injury due to
electricity.
- The applicable regulations must be followed when laying the lines.
Risk of tripping
If flexible lines are laid out on the floor, there will be the risk of tripping.
The manufacturer did not plan to lay out flexible cables at the operator's side of the
plant / machine / unit.
- Do not lay out flexible cables at the operator’s side of the plant / machine / unit.
At the rear of the machine, in the control cabinet, there are screw fittings and connectors
for the electrical connection. As option, in the base, screw fittings are provided for the
connection of cooling water, tempering units and air pressure.
1 3 2 4*
Figure 13: Connections on the back of the machine
1 Electrical system 3 Cooling water - return flow

2 Cooling water - flow direction 4* Compressed air*
Water temperature max. 15°C, water pressure 4-6 bar.
Air temperature 4-6 bar.
* A compressed air connection is only installed in the version with optional cooling
cassette system and cooling ramp where cooling water is blown off.

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6.1.1 Electrical connection

Electronic components (e.g. frequency converter, capacitors, etc.) can be live for
about 15 minutes, also after disconnecting from the mains network. Live electrical
components can cause electric shocks.
- Only qualified electricians or trained personnel, conducted and supervised
by an electrician, who observe the applicable regulations for electrical
installations are allowed to work on the electrical systems!
- Never work alone on live electrical systems. Make sure that the main switch
can be actuated immediately. Mark the work areas with a barrier tape and a
warning sign!
- Before all works on electronic components, always measure the voltage
first!

Improper laying of lines can damage the cables and cause the risk of injury due to
electricity.
- The applicable regulations must be followed when laying the lines.
The complete internal electrical installation of the plant / machine / unit has already
been carried out and checked in the factory, so that the customer only has to connect
the plant / machine / unit to the power supply.
Procedure:
1. Make sure, that its electrical network complies with all requirements. Please find
more details on the electrical data in the chapter 2 „Technical Data“.
2. Check if a clockwise rotating field is applied.
3. Check if the connectors are properly connected (see electrical plan - Chapter
11.5).

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6.1.2 Water connection
Risk of burning!
Hot and pressurized fluids can cause fume generation. Risk of burning!
- Only connect temperature-resistant hoses with free outlet to the cooling water
return system.
- Keep the cross sections of the hoses as big as possible and the length of the
lines as short as possible.
- Do not touch hot liquids and hot surfaces.
- Wear heat-resistant protective gloves.
The water connection on the basic frame of the plant / machine / unit is connected to
the water supply system.
Cooling water - flow
Cooling water - return flow
Figure 14: Labels on the machine
See cooling and piping diagram – chapter 11.2.
For information about the required water quality for the plant / machine / unit refer to
chapter 2.3. “Connection details”.
6.1.3 Connections to the sewerage

Connect the hoses for the water discharge of the plant / machine / unit.
Make sure that the drain pipes have a sufficient cross section; in case a hose is
used, it has to be short.
- The drain for the waste water of the machine or plant on site has to be
designed in such a way that the waste water can be discharged pressure
free, safely and environment-friendly.
- The operating company of the machine or plant is responsible for that.
See cooling and piping diagram - chapter 11.2.
6.1.4 Hydraulic system

The complete hydraulic system is supplied ready for use. It is filled, ventilated and
checked for leakage points according to instructions.
After transport, or after long down times, the oil level of the hydraulic unit must be
checked.
Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation of the hydraulic component in chapter 12.2.

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6.1.5 Pneumatic connections

The connections for compressed air for the machine or the components of plants have
to be installed according to the valid pneumatic diagram.
It is absolutely necessary to observe the specified cross sections.
It is absolutely necessary that, during installation, a lockable valve is mounted between

the pneumatic hose and the pneumatic in-house connection.
After transportation or longer down times, check the oil level of the oiler at the
service unit of the pneumatic system (option).
Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation of the pneumatic component in chapter

12.2.

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6.2 Commissioning
The press is only allowed to be operated when two persons are in the same room.
These two persons must be acquainted with the operation of the press.
Only the commissioning technicians from the COLLIN or persons authorized by the
COLLIN are allowed to perform the installation and commissioning. In case of
unauthorised installation or commissioning any claim under guarantee will expire.
Wrong settings can cause reduced performance of the machine.
Danger to life or risk of considerable damages to the machine!
Wrong installation or commissioning can cause serious or fatal injuries or
considerable damages to the machine.
- Only get the installation or commissioning done by authorised specialist
personnel.
- Carefully fasten and fix all machine parts which have been demounted for
transport purposes.
- Attach all protective coverings before the commissioning of the plant /
machine / unit.
Procedure:
1. Remove all transportation equipment and aids from the plant / machine / unit.
2. Make sure, that the upper protective cover of the platen press is mounted.
3. Install the required power connection.
4. Switch on the main switch of the machine or plant.
5. Open the cooling water inlet.
6. Open pressured air valve (if any).
7. Check if the safety equipment of the plant / machine / unit functions.
8. Heat up the machine, see Chapter 6.2.2.
Now, the machine is now ready for operation.
Please find further information in the operating manual in chapter 12.1.
6.2.1 Check all safeguards for functioning

Before each commissioning of the plant / machine / unit, check the safeguards for
functioning.

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6.2.1.1 Check the Emergency Stop function
Check each safeguard (Emergency Stop push-buttons, protective doors, pull cord...)
one after another for functioning.
Actuation of the Emergency Stop function:

1. Switch the main switch on.
2. Switch the control voltage on using the [Control On] button.
3. Press the [Heating on/off] button and switch the heating on.
4. Close the protective door.
5. Start the closing movement of the press using the [Close press] button.
6. Actuate the Emergency Stop push-button on the operating panel.
7. With the actuated Emergency Stop push-button check if:
- The control voltage is switched off immediately,
- All movements of the press are stopped immediately,
- The lower press platen is held in position and does not sink down,
- The heating is switched off,
- In case of hydraulic press platen drive, the pressure control and the hydraulic
pump are switched off.
- In case of pneumatic press platen drive (option), the inlet of compressed air of
the pneumatic system is locked and the pneumatic system is bled except the
press platen cylinder.
Restart after the Emergency Stop function has been actuated:

1. Release the Emergency Stop push-button and/or set the protective door in its
protective positions.
2. Restart the control of the press using the [Control On] button.
3. Press the [Heating on/off] button and switch the heating on again.
4. Close the protective door.
5. Via the [Open press] button move the lower press platen to its home position
(press completely opened).
6. Restart the press test as per separate operating instructions.
Automatic mode can be started only when the press and the cassette are in their home
positions (press platens completely opened, cooling cassette moved out to end
position).

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6.2.1.1.1 Emergency stop function with pneumatically driven cassette system (optional)
In case of presses with pneumatically driven cassette system (option), after reviewing
the emergency stop function of the press plate movement, the emergency stop function
of the cassettes movements (loading / unloading of the cassette between the press
plates) needs to be checked also:
1. Ensure compressed air supply is connected and opened.
2. Close guard door.
3. Move lower press plate into basic position [open press].
4. Actuate button [cassette out] to start unloading of the cassettes.
5. Push the emergency stop button at the control panel.
6. When the emergency stop is actuated check if:
- control voltage is switched off immediately,
- control voltage is switched off immediately,
- the heating is switched off,
- the pressure air supply to the pneumatic system is shut off and the pneumatic
system is vented.
7. After testing release the Emergency Stop push-button again.
8. Switch on control voltage with button [control ON].
9. Actuate button [cassette in] to start loading of the cassettes.
10. Push the emergency stop button at the control panel again.
11. When the emergency stop is actuated check if:
- Control voltage is switched off immediately,
- the cassettes movement to be stopped immediately,
- the heating is switched off,
- the pressure air supply to the pneumatic system is shut off and the pneumatic
system is vented.

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Check of guard door monitoring
Triggering of guard door monitoring:

1. Switch the main switch on.
2. Switch on control voltage with button [control ON].
3. Actuate button [heating ON/OFF] for activation of heating.
5. Actuate button [close press] for starting a press closing movement.
6. Open the guard door.
7. When guard door is opened check if:
- All movements of the press are to be stopped immediately,
- the lower press plate remains in position and is not dropping down,
- the hydraulic drive and the pressure control of the hydraulic drive is switched
off in case of hydraulically driven press plates.
Risk of burnings by the heating and cooling plates!

Heating and cooling of the plates are not influenced by the guard door position. They
are not cooled automatically on emergency-stop.
- Do not touch hot surfaces.

- Wear heat resistant gloves.
Restart after the guard door monitoring has been triggered:

9. The stopped press closing movement can be continued in actuating the button
[close press].
alternative the lower press plate / cassette can be moved into basic position with
button [open press].
Start of an automatic mode is only possible if the press plates and the cassettes are
in basic position (press plates completely opened, cassettes in end position).

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6.2.1.2.1 Guard door monitoring function for cassette cooling systems (option)
In case of presses with pneumatically driven cassette cooling system, the emergency
stop function of the cassettes movements (loading / unloading of the cassette between
the press plates) needs to be checked after that:
1. Ensure compressed air supply is connected and opened.
3. Move lower press plate into basic position [open press].
4. Actuate button [cassette out] to start unloading of the cassettes.
5. Open the guard door.
- Cassettes movement to be stopped immediately.
Risk of burnings by the heating and cooling plates!

Heating and cooling of the plates are not influenced by the guard door position. They
are not cooled automatically on emergency-stop.
- Do not touch hot surfaces.

- Wear heat resistant gloves.
7. After check close the guard door again.

8. Actuate button [cassette in] to start loading of the cassettes.
9. Open the guard door again.
- Cassettes movement to be stopped immediately.
Restart after the guard door monitoring has been triggered:

12. The stopped press closing movement can be continued in actuating the button
[close press].
alternative the lower press plate / cassette can be moved into basic position with
button [open press].
Start of an automatic mode is only possible if the press plates and the cassettes are
in basic position (press plates completely opened, cassettes in end position).

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6.2.2 Preheating the platen press
Risk of burning
There will be the risk of burning due to the hot plastics moulding material itself, as
well as on the heated press plates.
- Only work with the hot plastics moulding material or on the press plates wearing
suitable heat-resistant protective gloves and long-armed work clothing.
The press plates need a longer heating up time. Therefore, the heatings have to be
switched on with sufficient forerun time.
The heating time depends on the heating rate set in the control unit.
Heating time xx K/min
Procedure:
1. Switch the platen heatings on.
2. Enter setpoints for each heating zone on the control unit..
3. To ensure a uniform temperature distribution, wait after reaching the setpoint
temperature for a considerable time.
Risk of fire due to not monitored heating process!

Unwatched heating up of the machine can cause the risk of fire, personal injury and
damage to the machine.
- The heating process has to be monitored!

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6.3 Operation
6.3.1 Safety instructions - Operation and handling
Risk of injuries due to improper operation!

Improper operation can cause serious injuries and significant property damage.
- Only operate the machine as intended.
- All safeguards must be installed and correctly fixed.
- Smoking and using naked lights is forbidden.
- Make sure that no persons are within the danger zone.
- Always wear your personal protective equipment.
Fire hazard!
If the machine is not operated properly, it can overheat and can cause the risk of fire
and the formation of combustion gases.
- Switch the machine off when you leave your workplace at the machine.
- The flow of the cooling water must be ensured as long as the press plates are
more than 100°C hot. Therefore, make sure that the cooling water always flows
in during the operation of the press plates.
Explosion and fire hazard!

It is not allowed to process substances with the plant / machine / unit which generate
an explosive atmosphere.
- It is not allowed to process combustible or highly flammable substances with the
plant / machine / unit.
Risk of burns due to hot surfaces!

Hot surfaces can cause serious burns.
- Do not touch the hot surfaces.

- Wear heat-resistant protective gloves.
Risk of burns through plasticized plastics and hot vapours!

Risk of burns through plasticized plastics and hot vapours under high pressure.
- During operation and when heated up, do not look into the opening without face
protection.
- Provide for sufficient ventilation.

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Risk of injury due to defective safeguard

There is increased risk of injury on the machine in case the safeguard does not
work.
- Check the safeguard every day (see chapter 6.2.1).
- In case the safeguard does not work due to a malfunction:
- Switch the machine off immediately.
- Switch off the main switch.
- Get the safeguard repaired.
6.3.2 Work stations of the operating staff
P 200 E / P300 E P 400 E
Figure 15: Work stations of the operating staff

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6.3.3 The operator's tasks
6.3.3.1 Check the machine before starting work

Perform the following visual inspections:
- Check for damages and deficiencies

- Check the work area for slipping and tripping hazards
- Check the hoses and connections for tightness
- Check whether all electrical connections have been connected as per circuit
diagram.
- Check the measuring lines for the thermal sensors as well as all connecting
cables.
- Check the connecting screws for tight fit and, if necessary, retighten them.
- Check if the necessary supply medium is ready for operation.
6.3.3.2 Operation
The operator has to provide for the proper operation of the machine. Especially the
operator must perform the following jobs:
Feed the machine with material as per contractual terms and conditions.
Check the process-relevant parameters like temperature, current and melt pressure.
If necessary react on not optimal process parameters:
- By changing the setpoint values on the control panel
- By mechanical or process-related changes.
Respond on alarm signals.
Keep the plant in good order and condition.
6.3.4 Start operation
Procedure:
1. Switch on the machine on the main switch.
2. Switch on the additional equipment and functions.
3. Switch on the control via the display, see chapter 12.1.
4. Heat up the platen press.
5. Open protective door and insert press sample.
6. Close protective door.
7. Start press procedure.
6.3.4.1 Changing of process conditions

The production conditions (e. g. pressing force) are set by means of the electrical
control at the operating panel.
Set the optimal production parameters, if necessary determine them by trial, raising
production speed.
Please find further information in the operating manual in Chapter 12.1.

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Calculation of operating pressure, locking force and specific surface pressure

Symbols:
p = operating pressure (hydraulic pressure) [bar]
f = specific surface pressure acting on a press sample [N/cm2]
A = press sample size [cm2]
F = press power [kN]
b1 = specific press power [N/bar]
b2 = correction factor [bar]
TYPE: P 200 E P 300 E P 400 E

120 300 500
Press power (options) kN 150 -- --
200 -- --
Table 11: Press powers - options (machine-related)
The press power of a press depends on the diameter of the hydraulic cylinder and the
operating pressure
F = PRESS POWER CYLINDER DIAMETER Ø B1 [N/BAR] B2 [BAR]

KN [MM]
125 80 503 1.5
200 100 785 1.5
300 125 1227 1.5
500 160 2010 3
Table 12: Machine-related press power
The operating pressure (hydraulic pressure) can be calculated.
When the specific surface pressure

f [N/cm²] is known, the following formula will be p [bar] = f [N/cm2] x A [cm2 ] + b2 [bar]
used for setting of the hydraulic pressure: b1 [N/bar]
If the specific surface pressure shall be

determined at a certain hydraulic pressure, the ( p [bar] - b2 [bar]) x b1 [N/bar]
following formula will be used: f [N/cm2] =
A [cm2]

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OPERATING
PRESS POWER [KN] DEPENDING ON THE CYLINDER
PRESSURE DIAMETER
[BAR]
80 mm 100 mm 125 mm 160 mm
50 25.1 39.3 61.4 100.5
80 40.2 62.8 98.2 160.9
100 50.3 78.5 122.7 201.1
120 62.8 98.2 153.4 251.3
150 75.4 117.8 184.1 301.6
200 100.5 157.1 245.4 402.1
250 125.7 196.4 306.8 502.7
Table 13: Press power of the heating / cooling packets (examples)
6.3.5 Stop of operation
Allow the temperature device to cool down below the value specified in the
manufacturer’s instructions.
The operation of the plant/machine/unit is stopped by the electrical control system.

1. Remove the product from the machine.
2. Switch the control unit off.
3. Switch the cooling water supply off, if necessary.
4. Switch the compressed air supply off, if necessary.
5. Switch the main switch off.
6. Clean the plant/machine/unit.
Please find further information on operation in the separate operating instructions of

the plant / machine / unit in chapter 12.1.
Please find information about the optionally available temperature devices in chapter
12.2.
After switching off the main switch, wait approx. 3 min before switching back
on.
The software of the control must be completely shut down.

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7 MAINTENANCE AND CARE
7.1 Maintenance
Only when the maintenance intervals described here, are met, the machine will be
protected from premature wear and tear.
The following sections describe the maintenance works required for the optimum and
faultless operation of the machine.
If an increased wear is detectable with regular inspections, the required maintenance

intervals have to be shortened considering the actual signs of wear.
If there are any questions on maintenance works and intervals, please contact the
service of the company COLLIN.
Maintenance of bought-in components is done in accordance with the details in the

operating instructions.
For more details see chapter 12.2 „Other manufacturers' instructions".
7.1.1 General safety regulations for maintenance works
Danger of automatic restart, residual stored energies, unexpected

reenergizing and / or unpredictable operation by third parties
During maintenance work, there is the risk of injury due to automatic restart, residual
stored energies and/or improper reenergizing/restart by uninvolved third parties
causing abrupt machine operation and/or unexpected hazardous movements of
parts.
Before performing any maintenance, service, repair and inspection work:
1. The operators have to be informed before special and maintenance works are
started.
2. Assign a supervisor and shut off work areas and tag out.
3. Switch of the main switch and protect against switching on again by means of
effective maintenance safeguard devices and personal padlocks! Keys of
padlocks have to be kept by maintenance personnel while carrying out
maintenance or repair work.
4. Shut off the energy supply on site (e.g. cooling water) and protect against
recovery by third parties.
5. Before depressurising pneumatic or hydraulic systems, protect mechanical
components being held in position by pressurised cylinders against dropping
down and can dangerously move due to mass or gravity after the cylinder has
been depressurised, they must be fixed by suitable measures (e.g. supports,
belts or ropes).
6. Depressurise the hydraulic system and protect it against recovery of hydraulic
energy by third parties.
7. Depressurise pneumatic system (if applicable) and protect against recovery of
compressed air by third parties!

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Danger due to dismantled or non-functional safeguards

Never remove, bridge, bypass, or switch off safeguards! If this is required for
maintenance and repair works, the operating company must take appropriate safety
measures, e.g. assign a supervisor, cordon off work areas, etc.
After maintenance, service, repair and inspection works have been completed:
1. Completely reassemble all dismantled safeguards (covers, guard
door etc.) and let them check for correct attachment by the
competent supervisory personnel.
2. Remove maintenance safeguards (e.g. main switch protection)
3. Recover energy supply for compressed air and cooling water (if
installed) on site.
4. Switch the main switch on
5. Check the function of all emergency-stop devices as per chapter
6.2.
Risk of machine damage

Inadequate lubrication may damage the machine.
- Comply with lubrication intervals and use the lubricants listed in the lubricant
list (refer to chapter 7.1.3).
Risk of machine damage

It is absolutely necessary to comply with the setting up, maintenance and inspection
schedule and the time intervals including the replacement of parts/partial equipment
specified in the Operating Instructions!
- For maintenance and inspections, the maintenance intervals for the components
to be supplied by third parties (refer to documentation for alien devices in chapter
12.2, "Annexes") have to be observed too.
- This work is only allowed to be done by sufficiently trained specialists.

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7.1.2 Maintenance and inspection schedule

The following table contains time, control and maintenance references for the normal
application of the machine.
Our recommendations for lubricants and operating supplies do not exclude the use of
lubricants and operating supplies of other brands with same characteristics.
Risk of injury during maintenance works!

- Before inspection work, switch off the main switch and secure the machine
against restart!
- Depressurize the hydraulic and pneumatic system (if available) (e. g. main
switch „OFF“!)
- For maintenance and inspection, please also observe the enclosed
documents issued for third-party devices in chapter 12.2 „Annexes“.
Maintenance and inspection

Component / Part/Unit Activity Lubricants/operatin Inspection Type of
System g supplies, change interval / lubricant/oper
First Next Who? ating supplies
(oil/grease/co
olant, etc.)
Safety equipment Emergency Stop Check function - - Every day / -
button operator
Safety switch Check function - - Every day / -
operator
Protective door Check function - - Every day / -
operator
Hydraulic system Pumping set Check - - Every 6 -
months /
specialist
Refill oil - - If necessary / Hydraulic oil:
specialist Shell Tellus
Oil change - - Yearly / 32
specialist
Hydraulic tubes Check tightness - - Every 6 -
months /
specialist
Maintenance - - If necessary / -
specialist
Hydraulic hoses Check tightness - - Every 6 -
months /
specialist
Replace 4 years 5 years If necessary / -
specialist
Pneumatic Service unit / Check tightness - - Weekly / -
system condensate operator
separator Replace filter - - If necessary / -
specialist
Discharge - - If necessary / -
condensate tank specialist
Pressure Check function - - Monthly / -
controller specialist
with cassette
cooling system

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Maintenance and inspection

Component / Part/Unit Activity Lubricants/operatin Inspection Type of
System g supplies, change interval / lubricant/oper
First Next Who? ating supplies
(oil/grease/co
olant, etc.)
Cooling water Dirt trap Check - - Weekly / -
circuit operator
Replace - - If necessary / -
specialist
Fin filter in Check - - Weekly / -
pressure reducer operator
specialist
Heating/cooling Check - - Weekly / -
packets operator
Decalcify - - If necessary / -
specialist
Cooling water Check tightness - - Weekly / -
hoses operator
specialist
- - Weekly / -
operator
- - If necessary / -
specialist
- - If necessary / -
specialist
- - Weekly / -
operator
Water cooling Cooling unit see Annex in - - - -
system (optional) chapter 12.2
Table 14: Maintenance and inspection schedule

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7.1.3 List of lubricants and operating supplies

Component Quantit Lubricants/operating Trade name Order number
y supplies
Screws, holes (hot) 5g Copper paste PRO 103 AK M190.00022
Hydraulic unit 4.5 l Hydraulic oil Shell Tellus 32 M172.00002
Table 15: List of lubricants
Component Quantit Lubricants/operating Trade name Order number

y supplies
Screws, holes (hot) 5g Copper paste PRO 103 AK M190.00022
Hydraulic unit 35 l Hydraulic oil Shell Tellus 32 M172.00002
Vacuum pump 2.4 l Special oil VM 100
DIN 51506
Table 16: List of lubricants
Never mix lubricants of a different technology.

- Before applying new lubricants, thoroughly remove residues of the old lubricant in
the lubrication positions.

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7.1.4 Torques for screw connections
Not valid for screw threads or pressure screws such as:

- Adjusting screws,
- Push screws,
- Screws at heating bands and frame heating elements.
Screw quality 12.9
Thread Pretension force Tightening torque

M6 10.5 kN 12 Nm
M8 20.0 kN 30 Nm
M 10 32.0 kN 60 Nm
M 12 45.0 kN 100 Nm
M 16 85.0 kN 250 Nm
M 20 132.0 kN 490 Nm
M 24 190.0 kN 850 Nm
M 30 308.0 kN 1700 Nm
M 36 454.0 kN 3000 Nm
Screw quality 8.8

M6 7.0 kN 8 Nm
M8 12.0 kN 18 Nm
M 10 18.5 kN 35 Nm
M 12 27.0 kN 60 Nm
M 16 50.0 kN 150 Nm
M 20 81.0 kN 300 Nm
M 24 112.0 kN 500 Nm
M 30 180.0 kN 1000 Nm
M 36 272.0 kN 1800 Nm
Screw quality A2-70

M6 6.2 kN 7 Nm
M8 10.5 kN 16 Nm
M 10 17.0 kN 32 Nm
M 12 25.0 kN 56 Nm
M 16 47.0 kN 140 Nm
M 20 73.0 kN 270 Nm
M 24 104.0 kN 460 Nm
M 30 463.0 kN 900 Nm
M 36 242.0 kN 1600 Nm
Table 17: Torques for screw connections, general

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7.1.5 Maintenance of the hydraulic system
Safety regulations for maintenance of the hydraulic system
Hazard due to improper operation, accumulated residual hydraulic energies or

pressurised system sections /hydraulic components.
Only people especially skilled in this field are allowed to work on the hydraulic
equipment!
- Contact Collin Service.
Risk of slipping and falling!

Slipping and falling hazard from spilled hydraulic fluids.
- Absorb spilled hydraulic fluids immediately from the ground after filling.
- If necessary, use suitable binders.
Environmental hazard due to leaked hydraulic fluids

Leaking hydraulic fluids which may enter into the local sewer system and / or the soil
cause environmental damage.
- Check Hydraulic pipes and hoses and fittings regularly for leaks.
- Eliminate existing leaks immediately.
- Especially when handling open hydraulic fluids such as refilling, hose
replacement and other maintenance and repair work to ensure that no
contamination of soil or water can take place.
- Absorb spilled hydraulic fluids immediately from the ground after filling.
If necessary, use suitable binders.
Check hydraulic pipes

If tubes or screwed connection are defect, oil can leak out of the hydraulic system. This
can damage the plate press.
1. Test pipes and screw connections for leaks regularly.

2. If any leaks are detected, immediately eliminate them.

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Hydraulic hoses
Risk of injury due to escaping pressurized medium!

Danger due to escaping pressurized medium under high pressure.
The hydraulic system is pressurized during the normal operation of the machine. is
depressurized after a protective device (e.g. emergency stop, knee emergency stop
plates, ..) has been actuated or the main switch has been switched off (Exception:
pressure cushion in the hydraulic accumulator)
Danger due to escaping pressurized medium under high pressure:

- Switch off the machine.
- Check at the manometer whether the hydraulic system has been
depressurized.
- wear your personal safety equipment.
Pressure hoses involve a high risk due to pressure pulses, wear, aging, damage,
improper installation and much more.
Therefore, it is stated in the accident prevention regulations that the user of the machine
has to check the pressure hoses before the first use and then regularly and has to
replace them in case they are defect or aged.
The pressure hoses must generally be replaced every 5 years (operation period
including max. 2 years of storage time).
The production date is stated on the pressure hoses as follows: Quarter – year.
Example:
Quarter Year
Figure 16: Hydraulic hose with date of manufacture
The hose (see figures) was produced in the 4th quarter of the year 2014.

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7.1.6 Maintenance of the water cooling circuit
7.1.6.1 Check pipes and screw connections

If lines or screwed connection are defect, oil can leak out of the cooling water system.
This can damage the plate press.
Therefore, the following components have to be checked regularly:
1. Heating/cooling packs
Leak-proof ness of lines and screw connections.
2. Cooling plates (only on option "cassette cooling system")

Leak-proof ness of lines and screw connections.
7.1.6.2 Replace dirt arrester

The strainer is installed in the flow on the outside of the press.
If the dirt arrester is strongly polluted, it has to be replaced.
1. Shut off the cooling water inflow.

2. Depressurize the system.
3. Drain and collect the cooling medium.
4. Replace the strainer.
5. Fill the cooling system with new cooling medium and vent it.
7.1.6.3 Replace fine filter

The following data refer to the cooling system diagram in Chapter 11.2.
The plate presses with temperature ramp include a pressure reducing valve with fine
filter in the cooling water circuit.
The fine filter should be checked regularly and replaced if necessary.
For information about Maintenance of pressure reducer and fine filter refer to the
manufacturers’ documentation of the pressure reducer in chapter 12.2.

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7.1.7 Service of the electrical devices.

The useful life of the safety equipment is limited in time.
Door switch: 5 years

Contactors: 10 years.
To ensure safety, these components must be replaced after this period has expired.
7.1.8 Maintenance of pneumatic system (option)

If the filter in the maintenance unit is strongly polluted, it must be replaced.
Before replacing the filter, the pneumatic system must be depressurised:

1. Switch off the compressed-air inlet of the pneumatic system (close the main
valve).
Please find further information on the maintenance of the maintenance unit and the
filter in the manufacturer’s instructions for the maintenance unit in chapter 12.2.

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7.2 Care
7.2.1 Safety regulations for care and cleaning works

Before starting the care and cleaning works, switch the main switch off and secure it
against accidental switching on!
Protect the plant / machine / unit, especially the electrical components, from spray
water.
It is not allowed to spray wash the plant / machine / unit with water, especially the
electrical components.
It is not allowed to clean the machine using a high pressure washer or a similar device.
Chlorinated and aggressive agents may not be applied. Even though these agents are
low-dosed, they still cause corrosion and damage, e.g. to sealings.
Make sure, that no auxiliary aids or objects are left in the plant / machine / unit after
cleaning.
7.2.2 Cleaning of the plant / machine / unit

The mechanical cleaning of the machine is recommended by COLLIN, since only in
this way, it is guaranteed that no product residues remain in the plant / machine / unit.
Plants / machines / units, which are used in the medical technology, must be cleaned
mechanically.
The surfaces of the plant / machine / unit and in particular, the product-affecting parts
can be damp cleaned.
Hot or cold rinse water is permissible.
Procedure:
1. Rough cleaning possibly with plastic scrapper.
2. Damp cleaning with rinse water.
3. Dry with one-way cleaning cloth.
4. Lubricate screws, bores etc. with appropriate greases for easier disassembly at
the next maintenance, cleaning, and care.
It is not possible to apply a generally valid cleaning concept.

A correct cleaning is, however, important in order to obtain reproducible processing
and testing of polymers.
- It is therefore necessary, prior to starting work on the system, to decide on the
method of cleaning to be applied.

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7.2.3 Decalcification of the heating-/ cooling packs

In case there has been used strongly calcified water for cooling of the heating-/ cooling
plates, the heating-/ cooling plates need to be decalcified regularly.
To ensure optimum cooling water circuit, the heating / cooling packages are regularly
to decalcify, monthly about water hardness 10.
For the necessary water quality see Chapter 2.3 – "Connected loads".
7.2.3.1 Decalcification device (optional)
The decalcification device is not included in delivery of the platen press.
The decalcifying device has to be connected at the cooling water inlet and cooling water
outlet.
For information refer to the manufacturers’ documentation of the decalcification device.
7.2.3.2 Decalciification
Decalcify separately the heating-/ cooling plates.
Danger of nosious vapors!

If a citric concentrate/water mixture is overheated, fumes can be generated which are
injurious to health.
- Do not exceed recommended temperature.
- Sure to wear personal protective equipment.
- Refer to the manufacturer information of the provider of the descaling medium!
Risk of injury from acid chemicals!

The acidic decalfiy mixture is corrosive!
- Sure to wear personal protective equipment such as protective goggles and
chemical resistant gloves.
- Refer to the manufacturer information of the provider of the descaling medium!
The following information refers on the cooling scheme in chapter 11.3.
In order to ensure an optimal decalcifying, connect the heating/cooling packs one

after the other to the decalcification device.
Note material Safety Data Sheet of the descaling medium and the notes of
manufacturer of the decalcification medium, to descaling procedure and the use and
the health and environmental regulations.

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The following decalcify procedure separately depending heating/cooling pack perform

first the upper, then the lower:
1. Switch off the machine and secure it against accidental switching on.
2. Connect the flexible hoses to the decalcification device.
3. Loosen screw connections (A / A1) res. (B / B1) for heating-/ cooling packs.
4. Fix flexible hoses to the screw connections.
5. Decalcify the heating/cooling packs by means of the acid water mixture for
approx. 60 min.
6. Remove flexible hoses from screw connections.
7. Fix screw connections (A / A1) res. (B / B1) for heating-/ cooling packs.
Informations are available in the manufacturer's documentation of the decalcification

device.
Information for mixing ratio citric acid / water refer to the manufacturer information of
the provider.

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7.2.4 Cleaning of heating-/ cooling packs and guide columns
Risk of fire and explosion due to solvent-containing cleaning agents!

The application of solvent-containing cleaning agents can cause the risks of fire on
hot surfaces or an explosive atmosphere can be generated.
- Only use solvent-free cleaning agents.
- Follow the safety data sheet of the cleaning agent and the instructions given by
the manufacturers of the cleaning agents about cleaning procedures, on usage
and health and environment protection.
Note material Safety Data Sheet of the cleaning agents and the notes of
manufacturer of the cleaning agents, to cleaning procedure and the use and the
health and environmental regulations.
Risk of burning by hot press samples, heating package and cooling water
recirculation!
After the machine is switched off, the surfaces and the cooling medium can still be
hot for a considerable time.
- Allow the machine to cool for a long time.

- Always wear personal protective equipment.
To better remove plastics residues, heating/cooling packs and guide columns are
cleaned when they are hot.
Clean heating-/ cooling packs and guide columns:

1. Switch off the machine and secure it against accidental switching on.
2. Remove rough plastic residues with a brass spatula.
3. Remove remaining residues with a copper mesh.

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8 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
8.1 Cassette cooling system (optional)

As option the Collin-Solutions GmbH offers a cassette cooling system for the platen
press.
Task of the cassette cooling system

The cassette cooling system is used for cooling the press samples under pressure
without the need the switch off the heating of the heating/cooling packs.
Work principle
4
3
1 4
Figure 17: Platen press with cassette cooling system
1 Cooling plates 4 Heating/cooling packs

Pneumatic cylinder
2 Linear actuator for cooling 5 Press closing-cylinder
cassette
3 Press sample (testing piece)
Before the pressing process, the cooling plates of the cassette cooling system are
outside the heating/cooling packs.
Programmed, the cooling plates are pushed between the heating / cooling packs, so
that a cooling plate is located above and below the pressing sample.
When the cassettes are pushed in, their cooling system switches off automatically.

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8.2 Extraction hood (optional)

As option an extraction hood can be installed at the platen press for the exhaust of
poisonous steams. The connection of the extraction hood takes place at the user
exhaust air system.
8.3 Water cooling device (optional)

As option an external water cooling device can be integrated into the cooling water
circuit.
Task of the water cooling device

The external water cooler supplies the press plates with cooling water.
Its advantage is that the heating/cooling packs do calcify not so fast and less water is
consumed.
For information refer to the manufacturers’ documentation of the water cooling device
in chapter 12.2.

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9 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
In the majority of cases, the sources of error can be excluded when maintenance is
carried out carefully, timely and preventively. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary to
read the maintenance and inspection instructions as well as the documents for third-
party devices. This will save costs and unnecessary downtimes.
9.1 Safety regulations for troubleshooting

If malfunctions occur during the operation of the machine, the operators and the
maintenance personnel are required to act immediately and cautiously to avoid and to
limit possible damage. Therefore, the machine is only allowed to be operated and
serviced by appropriately trained and instructed personnel.
Troubleshooting is only allowed to be done by trained specialists.
Manual interventions in the plants / machines / unit or parts of it are only allowed when
there is no risk of danger due to the starting machines, potential energy or pressurized
systems!
9.2 Possible causes of malfunction and troubleshooting
Malfunction/Error Possible Reason What to do Who

Control unit cannot Main switch is not switched on Switch the main switch on Operator
be switched on Main fuse switched off Check main fuse Operator
Emergency-stop has been Release the Emergency Operator
triggered Stop button
Control unit fuse switched off Check the fuse Operator
Heating plate do not No nominal value given Check value Operator
heat up Control unit is not switched on Switch on the control unit Operator
Heating fuse switched off Check the fuse Operator
Defective heating cartridge Check the reason, replace Electrician
Overheated heating Defective state solid relay Replace the relay Electrician
Defective thermocouple Check the reason, replace Electrician
Press plate does not Protective door is not closed Close protective door Operator
move Control unit is switched off Switch on control unit Operator
Automatic, platen heating did not Wait until the nominal Operator
reach the nominal value value is reached
Air pressure to low Check pressure reduzer / Bediener /
set correct air pressure Fachkraft
Solenoid valve defectiv Ventile tauschen Fachkraft
Control unit is switched off Switch on control unit Operator
Cooling is not Automatic, nominal value is Check nominal Operator

working incorrect value/program
Manual, cooling is switched off Switch on cooling Operator
No or too few cooling water Turn on or up the cooling Operator
water
Defective water valve or Replace valve / connector Specialist
connector
Calcified platen package Decalcify Specialist
Cooling cassette Automatic, program wrong Check program Operator
does not cool Manual, cooling is off Put Cooling cassette in Operator
place

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Malfunction/Error Possible Reason What to do Who

No or too few cooling water Turn on or up the cooling Operator
water
Defective water valve or Replace valve / connector Specialist
connector
cooling cassette calcified decalcify Specialist
Cooling cassette Control unit is switched off Switch on control unit Operator
does not move Protective door is not closed Close protective door Operator
Press plates not in basic position Open press Operator
Defective pneumatic cylinder Replace Specialist
No air pressure or too low Open air valve or increase Specialist
pressure
Table 18: Possible causes of malfunction and troubleshooting

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10 ORDERING OF SPARE PARTS AND CUSTOMER SERVICE
During its time of operation, each plant / machine / unit is subject to certain wear and
tear, depending on operating times and operating conditions. Wearing parts in the plant
/ machine / unit are particularly marked in the list of spare parts and have to be replaced
by new parts in due time. Only this ensures the functioning of the plant / machine /unit.
To keep the plant / machine / unit in optimal condition, careful maintenance performed
in accordance with the specifications is required (see chapter 7).
Based on the parts numbers indicated in the respective drawing of the components of
the plant / machine / unit you will find out the respective spare parts using the parts list.
The company COLLIN stores a certain amount of often used spare parts. However, it
is not always sure that the needed part can be delivered immediately.
For this reason, we recommend that the operating company independently stores the
parts which are listed under the category „1+2” in the list of spare parts – chapter 11.1.
Any spare parts used must comply with the technical requirements laid down by the
manufacturer. This is always guaranteed when the original spare parts made by
COLLIN are used.
If a service technician of the company COLLIN is required, please do not hesitate to

request it via the Service-hotline at any time. The narrow-meshed, worldwide
service network of the COLLIN guarantees support as quickly as possible.
Ordering spare parts

For ordering spare parts, the following details are to be quoted:
1. Machine number
See type plate on the plant / machine / unit, or the 1st page of the Operating Instructions
2. Parts lists - number or item number

See assembly drawing with parts list resp. spare parts list
3. Designation of the Part
4. Number of ordered pieces
Address: COLLIN Lab & Pilot Solutions GmbH

Gewerbestrasse 11
D-83558 Maitenbeth
Phone: ++49(0)8076 2740-0
E-mail: info@collin-solutions.com

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11 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
11.1 Mechanical drawings and parts lists

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11.2 Cooling - and piping scheme

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11.3 Hydraulic diagram

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11.4 Pneumatic scheme:

Not existent at this machine.

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11.5 Electrical circuit diagram

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12 ANNEXES
The plant / machine / unit include parts manufactured in our own company and bought-
in parts or components of the plants that. In the following text, they are designated as
"third-party devices".
These third-party devices are also provided with instruction leaflet, operating
instruction, installation guide, assembly instruction, setting instruction, repair
instruction, service instruction and/or other user information.
In these Operating Instructions, the documents for third-party devices are designated
as "Documents issued for third-party devices". The Operating Instructions refer to these
documents, if necessary.
12.1 Operating instructions for control

Separate operating instructions control

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12.2 Documents issued for third-party devices
For documentation for buying-in components – see project-CD

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PLATE PRESS
Control-System
(E / E+)
Version: V 3.0.1
Date: 14/01/2021
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Operating manual
Table of contents
1 DATA RELIABILITY - PC CONTROLLED MACHINES ............................................................ 6
2 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE ........................................................................................... 7
2.1 Technical construction ................................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Functional description ................................................................................................................. 8
2.2.1 Press fittings ................................................................................................................................ 8
2.2.2 Function links .............................................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Manual operation ........................................................................................................................ 9
2.4 Automatic operation .................................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Safety ........................................................................................................................................ 10
2.5.1 General safety features ............................................................................................................. 10
2.5.2 Emergency Stop........................................................................................................................ 10
3 CONTROL ELEMENTS AND VISUALISATION ...................................................................... 11
3.1 Touch screen ............................................................................................................................ 12
3.2 Emergency Stop button ............................................................................................................ 12
3.3 Main switch ............................................................................................................................... 12
3.4 Signal generator ........................................................................................................................ 12
4 SWITCHING ON, SWITCHING OFF ........................................................................................ 13
4.1 Switching on .............................................................................................................................. 13
4.2 Switching off .............................................................................................................................. 13
5 DESCRIPTION OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYS ............................................................ 14
5.1 Heating ON/OFF ....................................................................................................................... 14
5.2 Cooling ON/OFF ....................................................................................................................... 14
5.3 Open press ................................................................................................................................ 14
5.4 Closing the press ...................................................................................................................... 15
5.5 Stop press ................................................................................................................................. 15
5.6 Entering the temperature for press plates ................................................................................ 15
5.7 Input of hydraulic pressure ........................................................................................................ 15
5.8 Cassette in ................................................................................................................................ 16
5.9 Cassette out .............................................................................................................................. 16
6 RECIPES (FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATING MODE) .............................................................. 17
6.1 General guidelines for creating the program (recipe) ............................................................... 19
6.1.1 Degassing ................................................................................................................................. 19
6.1.2 Heat reset ON /OFF .................................................................................................................. 19
6.2 Programming............................................................................................................................. 20
6.3 Load / save automatic programs (Option E+) ........................................................................... 20
6.3.1 Save files ................................................................................................................................... 20
6.3.2 Load files ................................................................................................................................... 21
7 AUTOMATIC OPERATING MODE .......................................................................................... 22
7.1 Boundary conditions for Automatic operation ........................................................................... 22
7.2 Automatic mode ........................................................................................................................ 22
7.2.1 Prepare program ....................................................................................................................... 22
7.2.2 Running the program: Automatic mode .................................................................................... 23
7.2.3 Ending the automatic run: ......................................................................................................... 24
7.2.4 Automatic mode with cassette (optional) .................................................................................. 24
PLATE PRESS_E / E+_V 3.0.1_EN

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8 System ..................................................................................................................................... 25
8.1 Setting of date and time ............................................................................................................ 25
8.2 Operating hours ........................................................................................................................ 26
8.3 Language selection box ............................................................................................................ 26
8.4 Login and Logout ...................................................................................................................... 27
8.5 Reboot and Shutdown .............................................................................................................. 27
8.6 Unlock code .............................................................................................................................. 28
9 ERROR MESSAGES AND TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................. 29
9.1 Error messages ......................................................................................................................... 29
10 Firmware updates ................................................................................................................... 31
10.1 Update procedure ..................................................................................................................... 31
10.2 Restore Backup......................................................................................................................... 34

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1 DATA RELIABILITY - PC CONTROLLED MACHINES
Usually, software and hardware delivered by COLLIN are machine-related

components, which must be considered as a part of the entire machine system.
If, nevertheless, the client still desires or installs connections to an Intranet, or a local
network, or the Internet or additional external software is installed, it will be at the
client’s own risk. Therefore, malfunctions or breakdowns possibly caused by the above
mentioned installations cannot be repaired within the scope of the usual warranty
services. Additional expenses will be invoiced accordingly.
Furthermore, in this case, the user is responsible for the protection of the system
against damaging software, such as viruses, Trojans, etc. through suitable measures
such as virus scanners, firewalls, etc. This also concerns external memory media, such
as memory sticks, CDs, DVDs, etc., which are used to transfer updates, etc. to the
machine system via e-mail or the Internet.
PCs, which are used as data transfer units (i.e. via e-mail attachments) of the control
or analysis software, must be protected in the same or similar manner.

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2 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE
2.1 Technical construction

The COLLIN presses 200 to 500 consist of:
- a hydraulic system (stage hydraulics) to move the press plate and to create
pressure;
- a water system for cooling the press plates and the (optional) cassette cooling
system;
- an electrical system for controlling and adjusting and for regulating the
temperature of the press plates.
The performance requirements of the individual systems depend on the size of the
press plates and the pressure to be applied. The specifications for a specific type of
press can be found on the type plate.
COLLIN presses are controlled by the following systems:
- the SCR15 control unit to regulate the pressure and the temperature and the
press process control unit;
- PC for operation and display.
The control unit includes the following function groups:
- 2-point temperature controller;

- Automatic operation by defining:
- operational phases with the respective input
- the temperatures of the press plates;
- the press pressure;
- the length of time the phase is to last;
- the temperature ramps (optional);
- cooling with cassette (optional)
The PC performs the following functions:
- Touch screen operated display and operation;

- Display and management of all functions and error messages;
- Graphic representation of the temperature and pressure profiles during automatic
operation;
- Monitoring the machine for faults and malfunctions;
- Monitoring the motion sequence of the lower press plate:
- Monitoring the movements of the optional cassette cooling system.

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2.2 Functional description
2.2.1 Press fittings

Depending on the order COLLIN laboratory presses are fitted as standard with press
plates from 200 mm x 200 mm up to 500 mm x 500 mm.
The hydraulically generated press pressure is 250 bars. The pressure is entered and
the actual value is displayed in [bar and in N/cm²].
A stage hydraulic system is provided as standard, which only allows pressure

increases in a test procedure. The maximum press plate temperatures are 300 °C (up
to 450 °C as an option).
A cassette cooling system is supplied as an option to cool the pressed material. As

it is not necessary to cool and heat the press plates with a cassette system for cooling
the material, shorter test times can be achieved.
2.2.2 Function links

Press and cassette movement:
- The press can only move when the cassette is at an end position.
- A cassette can only move when the press is in its initial position.

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2.3 Manual operation

If automatic mode is not pre-selected the press can be moved manually. If the safety
door is closed the press procedure can be started by briefly pressing [Close press].
The set pressure will be used. There is no time control.
Stopping the press

The hydraulic pump is switched off by pressing [Press stop]. This stops the pressure
building up or prevents subsequent control.
Closing the press

The hydraulic pump can be switched on again by pressing [Close press].
Open press
The press is moved to its initial position again by pressing [Open press]. Opening the
safety door also stops the pressing procedure. The hydraulic pump switches off.
2.4 Automatic operation

Automatic operation (with or without cassette) can include up to 4 phases.
(Option E + up to 10 phases)
The phases are defined by their value pairs for plate temperatures, press pressure and
holding time.
(Option E + ramps for temperature can also be set.
The last programmed phase can be programmed with or without the cooling cassette.
With a stage hydraulics system, it must be observed that an increase in pressure is

only possible from phase to phase.
The value ranges are defined by default:
Temperature 20 - 300 °C, optional 450 °C
Pressure 5 - 250 bar
Stopping time per step 1 - 9999 seconds
Temperature ramps 0.0 (= none). 15K/min (depending on the water temperature and
type of press)
The temperature ramp for the heating can be set within this
temperature range. Cooling: without ramp
(Option E+ of the cooling can be specified with or without a
fixed ramp of 15 K/min)

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2.5 Safety
2.5.1 General safety features

Safety doors:
Opening the safety doors interrupts any movement and pressure control of the press
plates (switches off the hydraulic pump). After the door is closed the machine must be
started again with the previously set movement. The movement of the optional cassette
is also stopped. When the door is open, the cassette can be turned by hand.
Plate heating and cooling are not affected by the position of the door.
The end of the program is acknowledged when the door opens.
Automatic mode:
The cassette can only move when the safety door is closed. The movement is cancelled
if the door is opened.
If the cassette and the press are not in their initial position – even if the master switch
and control unit are turned on – neither the cassette nor the press can be moved
automatically.
For this purpose, see operating instructions chapter 9.1 Safety regulations for
troubleshooting
Heating and cooling:
The "Excess temperature" fault switches the heating off and the cooling system on.
If a temperature sensor is disconnected the corresponding temperature control output

is blocked and/or the heating is switched off.
Option cassette
Normally, the cassette is located in a defined position. If it is not located in a defined

position, it must be moved to a defined position (= to the outside) with the doors closed.
Using the [Cassette out] button, we recommend moving the cassette to the outer
position. The press is only fully functional thereafter.
See also chapters 5.8 and 5.9 Cassette
2.5.2 Emergency Stop

The emergency stop button is incorporated into the control panel (see chapter 3).
Pressing the emergency stop button stops all movements immediately and switches off
the heating system. This status is confirmed by unlocking the emergency stop button.
All functions must be restarted.

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3 CONTROL ELEMENTS AND VISUALISATION
Control panel: Arrangement controls in groups
3 4
1 Touch screen 3 Main switch

2 Emergency Stop button 4 Horn / acoustic signal

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3.1 Touch screen

The user interface is comprises a touch screen display.
The button functions depend on the pages displayed (see chapter 5, 6 and 7).
3.2 Emergency Stop button

Please find the description of the functions in chapter 2.5.2.
3.3 Main switch

The press control unit is activated by switching on the master switch.
3.4 Signal generator

The signal generator sounds when
- a fault has occurred (continuous tone) The signal

generator can be switched off with the [tone] button or by
pressing the acknowledge button in the error dialogue. See
also chapter 9.
The tone can be deactivated until the next reboot by double

clicking on this button.

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4 SWITCHING ON, SWITCHING OFF
4.1 Switching on
To start-up the machine, switch the main switch ON. The control systems are now
powered up.
The integrated PC boots up. The Windows operating system starts up. First the PC
reads several values from the SCR15 control unit. It is ready for operation when the
message “read parameters“ can no longer be seen at the top border of the screen.
4.2 Switching off

Press the [Shutdown] key and confirm the shutdown in the appearing window (see
8.5);
After the screen is off completely, turn off the main switch after approx. 15 seconds.
After switching off the main switch, wait approx. 3 min before switching back
on.
The software of the control must be completely shut down.

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5 DESCRIPTION OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYS
This opening image (manual) on the touch panel depicts the basic configuration of a
press.
5.1 Heating ON/OFF

The heating is turned on or off with the [Heating on/off] key. The press
plates are heated and cooled by means of a temperature control system with
2 point temperature controllers. Temperatures are adjusted according to the
set temperatures. The yellow "on" status shows that the control system is switched on.
The grey status shows that the control system is switched off. It can only be switched
on if the cooling system is switched off.
5.2 Cooling ON/OFF

The [Cooling on/off] switches a constant cooling process (= manual
cooling) on or off. This cools the press plates with water. The temperature
control system is switched off when the cooling system is turned on. The
manual cooling process is only activated if the machine is not working in automatic
mode. The cooling is automatically turned off / deactivated at a plate temperature below
30°C.
5.3 Open press

The press opens after pressing the [Open press] key (Condition: safety door
closed and optional cassette system at the end position). This function has
priority over any temporarily set processes. Any automatic process is
cancelled. Automatic pre-selections are cancelled. The lower press plate moves to the
initial position.
The press movement is aborted by a malfunction or by opening the safety door.

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5.4 Closing the press

The press closes after pressing the [Close press] key (Condition: safety door
closed and optional cassette system at the end position). After closing, it is
reset to the pre-selected pressure. After the press has stopped, it can be
closed again at any time by pressing this key.
The press movement is aborted by a malfunction or by opening the safety door.
5.5 Stop press

A press movement is cancelled by pressing [Press stop]. Any automatic
process is aborted and automatic pre-settings are cleared.
5.6 Entering the temperature for press plates

The [Temp. upper plate], [Temp. lower plate] keys are used to enter the setpoint
values for the temperatures of the upper, lower and optional middle plates individually.
The respective actual temperature is displayed in the actual value field (left hand
column).
Actual value
Setpoint value
5.7 Input of hydraulic pressure

The [Hydraulic pressure] key is used to input the setpoint pressure via the overlaid
numerical keypad. The actual pressure value can be read out from the actual value
field (left hand column).

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Optional functions
Other optional functions can be performed on the press in addition to the basic functions
described above. These additional functions are shown in the figure below.
5.8 Cassette in
The [Cassette in] key is only available if a cassette system has been
installed. With pressing this key the cassette moves between the press
plates if
No Automatic process takes place;

The press is in its initial position;
Air supply is connected,
The safety door is closed.
The cassette movement is cancelled by a fault or by opening the safety door.
The cassette cooling process starts when the cassette is no longer in the outer position.
After turning on the machine or if the cassette is not standing in the end position when
the door is open, the cassette must be moved to the desired position by hand.
5.9 Cassette out

The [Cassette out] key is only available if a cassette system has been
installed. By pressing this key the cassette moves out of the press plates if
No Automatic process takes place;

The press is in its initial position;
Air supply is connected,
The safety door is closed.
The cassette movement is aborted by a malfunction or by opening the safety door.
The cassette cooling process switches off when the cassette reaches the outer
position.
.

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6 RECIPES (FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATING MODE)
All the setpoint values and parameters for performing one of several steps in a
comprehensive press test are defined in a recipe.
The following can be set:
E press
Duration of the step in xxx s
End temperature of the press plate in xxx °C
Ultimate pressure in xxx bar
It is possible to enter parameters for up to 4 steps (phases).
Figure 1: parameters E press
The window to create a program (recipe) appears after selecting the

[Program] key.
A new program is generated by pressing the [New] key.
Programs cannot be saved. The last program used is saved and loaded again with the
new start.

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E+ press (Option)
Duration of the step in xxx s
End temperature of the press plate in xxx °C
Ultimate pressure in xxx bar
Temperature ramp for both press plates 15 K/min or 0.0 (= none)
It is possible to enter parameters for up to 10 steps (phases).
Figure 2: parameters Option E+ press

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6.1 General guidelines for creating the program (recipe)
6.1.1 Degassing
The "Degassing" procedure vents the molten compressed article, i.e. the air that is
created in the melting process can escape from the compressed article.
Settings:
The corresponding fields can be used to configure this "Degassing" procedure as

follows
Number of the step (phase) in which the degassing procedure is to be performed;
Duration of the "Degassing" procedure;
Number of degassing procedures of the set program step is to be repeated (repeat
factor).
Way of proceeding:
<1> The program step for which the „degassing“ function has been set, is
performed as normal, i.e. the programmed time of the program step is
executed;
<2> Then the press opens for the set time;
<3> The press is closed again;
<4> <1>, <2> and <3> are repeated depending on the repeat factor set.
6.1.2 Heat reset ON /OFF

Pressing the [Reset heating] key (yellow signal lamp) resets the press
plates to the start temperature after an automatic run (defined in phase 1 of
the recipe selected).
Pressing the [Reset heating] key (grey signal lamp) turns off the temperature control
after an automatic process (only active in automatic mode without cassette).

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6.2 Programming
The following must be programmed for each step (phase):
- Duration of the step in seconds.
- Final temperature of the upper plate (=T1) and the lower plate (=T2);
- Temperature ramp in xx.x K/min;
0 switches the ramp off, i.e. the setpoint value jumps.

The heating ramp is adjustable
Using the cooling ramp, selection is only possible between 0 (jump) and 15
K/min
- Hydraulic pressure in bar
- Cassette (optional):
By clicking on a box in the "Cassette" line the cassette for this step is activated
with "1".
- Degassing:
By clicking on a box in the "Degassing" line, degassing is activated for this step
6.3 Load / save automatic programs (Option E+)
6.3.1 Save files

Pressing the [Save] key in the program window opens a dialog window to save
automatic programs.
Figure 3: Saving programs

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By clicking on the first line, the current program can be saved with the desired name,
or an existing program can be overwritten by clicking on the respective name.
The number of programs that can still be saved is displayed in the top right corner.
Once the maximum number of programs has been reached, existing programs can still
be overwritten. For new programs, existing files must be deleted.
6.3.2 Load files

Pressing the [Load] key in the program window opens a new dialog window.
Figure 4: Loading of programs
A program can be loaded by clicking on the desired program and then confirming with
the [Load] key

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7 AUTOMATIC OPERATING MODE
7.1 Boundary conditions for Automatic operation

Automatic start:
Automatic start is only possible if
The cassette is in the initial position (outer position);
The lower press plate is in the initial position;
The heating is switched on [Heating on],
The pre-selected plate temperature has been reached.
There is no malfunction.
The automatic process can only be started when the safety door is closed. The
program is cancelled if the safety door is opened.
If a malfunction occurs in automatic mode the program is cancelled. No more
movements take place.
7.2 Automatic mode

The window switches to "Automatic" when the [Automatic] key is pressed
7.2.1 Prepare program

The following actions occur after the [Prepare program] key has been
pressed:
The press opens (if it is not in the initial position);

The optional cassette system moves out (if it is not in the outer position):
The heating is switched on:
Wait until the temperature is in the tolerance range.
Then the program is activated.
Figure 5: automatic, E press

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Option E+ Press
- The line diagrams for the course of the setpoint temperatures and the setpoint
pressure for the set program are drawn:
The graphs calculated for the two plate temperatures (temperature over time) and
the hydraulic pressure (pressure over time) for the whole program process are
shown.
Figure 6: automatic, E+ press
7.2.2 Running the program: Automatic mode

If the press plates have reached their pre-selected temperatures,
automatic mode starts by pressing the [Run program] key.
After the press plates close the pre-selected temperature, pressure and
time program process (recipe) starts. The 1st time starts and the corresponding
pressure builds up.
After the 1st time has elapsed, the 2nd time starts, the temperatures and the ramps are
set and the pressure built up. All steps (phases) run in accordance with this recipe.
After the program start the currently measured values for temperature and pressure
are shown as actual value graphs in addition to the setpoint value graphs. In addition
the currently measured values for the temperatures and for the pressure and for the
remaining run time of the program can be read out as a numerical value on the right
hand side.

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7.2.3 Ending the automatic run:

End of program
If [Heating reset on] is pre-selected the press plates are reset to the
temperature values programmed in program step 1 again after the safety
door has been opened. Otherwise the temperature control is switched off.
Program stop
The [Program stop] key is used to abort the automatic process at any time.
No more actions are performed.
Open press
The [Open press] key is used to cancel the automatic process at any time
and the press opens. No more actions are performed.
7.2.4 Automatic mode with cassette (optional)

If this function is selected for a specific step within the automatic program, the press
medium is cooled using the cassette plates that then move in. The temperatures of the
press plates must not then be changed.
An automatic process as described in section 7.2.2 is performed. Before the selected

step starts, however, the press plates open, the cassette system starts up (now with
constant water cooling) and the press plates close again. Then the program step runs.
Note:
- Using cassettes for cooling the press medium must be sensible for the technical
procedure;
- Normally it is sensible to use cassettes in the penultimate or the last step.
After the last program step has ended the press plates open, the cassette system
moves to the outer position if it has been set for this step. Thus the automatic process
with cassette has finished.
An intermittent tone announces that the program has ended. The doors must be opened
to acknowledge this.
It must be noted that it is sensible for this process to set the plate temperatures at the
value required as a new start condition (i.e. setpoint temperatures from program step
1). Thus the press is immediately ready to start again after the automatic process has
finished

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8 SYSTEM
The setup window opens after clicking on the [Arrow Left] key:
8.1 Setting of date and time

Clicking on the [Calendar] key in this screen allows setting or correcting of date and
time.

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8.2 Operating hours
Total operating hours:

The total number of operating hours of “Control unit On” is displayed in this field.
Hydraulic operating hours:

The number of hours the hydraulic unit has been operating is displayed in this field.
(Observe the oil change intervals, see operating instructions.)
8.3 Language selection box

Clicking on [Language] displays the languages available.

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8.4 Login and Logout

The three possible user groups log in by pressing the [Login] softkey:
- User (default)
- Admin (password: 8092)
- Service
If the input fields are empty, return to “user” by pressing the [OK] key.
8.5 Reboot and Shutdown

Pressing the [Shutdown] key reboots or shuts down the control unit.

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8.6 Unlock code
Press the license] key to display the input fields for entering the
license code on the touch screen.
The current license status is displayed here.
After the licensed operating time has elapsed, operation of the press is stopped.
However, programs started are ended.
The press can still be opened and the cassette can still be discharged.
Users with the “admin” user level can enter new unlock codes using the password
“8092”.
These codes are created exclusively by the company COLLIN
Procedure:
The customer sends the request code (six code groups) to the company COLLIN
.
The company COLLIN creates the codes that have to be entered in the “unlock code”
fields in the order as received.
Press the [Send unlock code] key to activate the unlock code.
If a machine is already blocked, the blockage must be confirmed by subsequently

pressing the [Acknowledge] key in the error message screen.

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9 ERROR MESSAGES AND TROUBLESHOOTING
9.1 Error messages

The errors detected by the system are stored as warnings and error
messages. If an error occurs, the [error message] pushbutton flashes.
When pressing this button, an error list opens which displays the current
errors (not acknowledged, red font) as well as the error history.
The following causes of malfunction are detected and notified as a warning (yellow),
(for information only, no action to be taken) or an error (red):

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Error message Cause

Upper and lower press at lower and upper press plates moving at
Error the same time the same time (i.e. end position switch
error)
Cassette in and out at the Cassette in the inner and outer position at
Error same time the same time (i.e. end position switch
fault)
The cassette is no longer at the end
Error
Cassette not in end position switch during the pressing procedure
Motor protecting switch has The hydraulic pump's motor protection
Error
triggered switch has been activated.
No communication with the The connection with the control unit has
Error
control unit. been disrupted or cut off.
Warning
Control Off Control Off
Warning
Door is open Door is open
Over temperature upper The temperature of the upper press plate
Error
plate is too high
Over temperature lower The temperature of the lower press plate
Error
plate is too high
The temperature sensor on the upper
Error
Sensor break upper plate press plate is faulty or broken
The temperature sensor on the lower
Error
Sensor break lower plate press plate is faulty or broken
Sensor short circuit upper The temperature sensor on the upper
Error
plate press plate has short circuited
Sensor short circuit lower The temperature sensor on the lower
Error
plate press plate has short circuited
License used up to more
Warning
than 80% Contact service
License expired;
Error
Machine locked Contact service

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10 FIRMWARE UPDATES
If the company COLLIN provides a new software version for the touchscreen control
unit, this can simply be installed.
10.1 Update procedure

From user level “admin“ password “8092“, the [update] button will be
shown in the system window.
Copy the entire folder provided by COLLIN onto a USB stick with FAT32 file system.
This folder must be found in the root directory of the USB stick.
The following folder structure must be found in this folder:

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2. Inset the USB stick into a free USB port of the PC.
3. Make sure that the machine is not executing any operations, or end these first.
4. Press [update]. A dialogue opens to select the desired file
5. Select in the left column of your USB device.

6. Select the desired update file in the right column.
7. Activate the further procedure with the “update” button.
After successfully checking the file selected, a safety prompt appears again to query if
all operations have really be finished.

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After confirming this message, first a backup of the current application is created which
can be reinstalled in case of any errors.
The new application is then installed. This procedure takes about 30 seconds. After a
successful update, the system must be restarted by pressing "Reboot".

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10.2 Restore Backup
If necessary, pressing the [Restore Backup] button allows you to access a downgrade
to the version previously installed.
These are displayed in the right window

. The procedure is identical to the update.

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PLATE PRESS: P200E - P400E

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Manufacturer: COLLIN Lab & Pilot Solutions GmbH

Designation: PLATE PRESS

Applied harmonized Standards:

Documentation manager: Dr. Franz Grajewski

Maitenbeth, 28.11.2019 Signature: .........................................................

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4.3 Work principle ........................................................................................................................... 39

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7.1.1 General safety regulations for maintenance works................................................................... 65

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1.1 General notes

These Operating Instructions have been prepared in order to be read, understood

The company COLLIN reserves the copyright to these Operating Instructions.

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Address: COLLIN Lab & Pilot Solutions GmbH

1.2 Intended use

1.3 Inappropriate use / incorrect application

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If the operating company modifies components, especially pressure loaded

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TYPE: P 200 E P 300 E P 400 E

Nominal size of plates mm 200 x 200 300 x 300 400 x 400

Press power (standard) kN 120 300 500

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2.2 Layout plan

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2.3 Connected loads

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3.1 Organisational measures

In addition to the Operating Instructions, observe the generally applicable and

If it is necessary or required, the operating company is to place the operating personnel

For assembly, dismounting and remounting, start-up, operation, changing over,

To avoid fire hazard, do not leave the machine unattended.

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3.1.1 Selection of personnel and qualification

Only qualified electricians or trained personnel, conducted and supervised by an

3.1.1.1 User groups

Activities User groups Qualification

3.1.2 Safety instructions for normal operation)

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If several people or contractors, e.g. for assembly or disassembly works, lifting

The responsibilities for assembly, dismounting and remounting, commissioning,

Protect the service area as far as necessary!

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- Do not step under suspended loads.

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Burn and scald hazard

3.1.4 Rescue operations

- The lower press plate moves to the initial position.

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In case of power failure:

Figure 3: Disconnect the hydraulic connection

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3.2 Explanation of symbols and notices

3.2.1 Safety signs

3.2.2 Signal words

Signal words indicate the degree of danger:

= Immediate hazard which certainly results in death or serious