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Safety ………………………………….. ii
Bag Sealer Handing …………………. iii
Machine Data and Functions ……….. iv
Working Functions ……………….…. 5.1
Machine Controls ……………………. 5.2
Setting Up …………………………… 5.3
Machine Positioning - Bag Height …. 5.4
Change Temperature ……………….. 5.5
P.I.D. Controller
General …………………………… 5.6
To Initiate Autotune ……………… 5.7-5.10
Changing Bag Thickness …………… 5.11-5.12
Heating Capsule Outlet Height …….. 5.13
Change Machine Speed …………….. 5.14
Change Pressure Wheels ………….. 5.15
Pressure Wheel Alignment ………… 5.16
Bag Feed …………………………….. 5.17
P.I.D. Controller
Fault Diagnostic Procedure …….. 5.18
Replacement Procedure ………… 5.19
Remove Heating Capsule ………….. 5.20
Replace Heating Capsule ………….. 5.21
Change Heater Module …………….. 5.22
Change Carrying Belt(s) ……………. 5.23
Replace Main Drive Shaft …………… 5.24
Replace Motor/Gearbox …………….. 5.25
Routine Maintenance
Daily ……………………………….. 5.26
Weekly ……………………………. 5.27
Monthly …………………………… 5.28
Yearly / 2000 Hours ……………… 5.29
Spares
Pressure Wheel Drive …………… 5.30
Rear Housing …………………….. 5.31
LH Bottom Plate …………………. 5.32
RH Bottom Plate …………………. 5.33
Main Drive ………………………… 5.34
Motor Gearbox Assembly ……….. 5.35
Mainframe ………………………… 5.36
Bag Feed …………………………. 5.37
Control Panel …………………….. 5.38
Relevant specification sheets are Outline Dimensions
included at the back of this manual Pedestal Unit - Right to Left Feed
with extension arm ……………. 5.39
with right angle bracket ………. 5.40
Head Unit - Right to Left Feed …. 5.41
This machine must be installed and
maintained by a person competent to do so.
Incorrect fitting or electrical wiring may lead
to serious injury, loss of life and subsequent
legal liability.
SAFETY NOTICE
IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY THIS EQUIPMENT MUST
BE
ISOLATED
FROM THYE MAIN Electrical SUPLY WHEN LEFT
UNUSED AND UNATTENDED (i.e. at night)
OR DURING CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CAPACITY, SPEED RANGE Relative Humidity:
Sealing Speed Range: 85% (maximum).
Set speeds available between 2.1-15.3 m/min
(7-50 ft/min.) depending on bag thickness. Storage when not in use should be at 21°C in
Other speeds outside this range are possible, a dry indoor situation. If prolonged storage is
to suit customer requirements. anticipated, it is advised that the unit is
thoroughly cleaned, decommissioned and
Thickness of film (maximum): returned to its original packaging, or
Normal range of thermoweldable films up to packaging of a comparable type.
250 micron (1000gauge or 10 mil).
THERMOCOUPLES
Total Power consumption: In the event of inaccuracy it is possible to check
1500 watts (maximum). the output voltage of the ‘K’ type thermocouples
at a given temperature, with a view to changing.
Nett weight of sealing head with adjustable However, thermocouples either function correctly
column and trolley: 108 kg. or not at all, calibration is not possible.
Sealing head only: 58kg
PID CONTROLLERS
Voltage and frequency may vary ± 6%. It is Calibration of the PID Controllers is not normally
important to be aware that a reduced voltage necessary. However, PIDs may be checked for
will reduce the ‘Flat Out’ performance or accuracy by substitution of a thermocouple
maximum temperature. Also any deviation in simulator. Alternatively a D.C. millivolt source
Hertz will affect the linear speed. may be used by ‘dialling in’ voltages that match
the characteristics of a K type thermocouple.
If any conveyor running in conjunction with the
machine is powered by an induction motor, It is also possible to check overall accuracy with
directly from the mains, then both units will an external temperature display. However, it
usually be maintained in synchronization. should be noted that the probe must be in exactly
the same position as the thermocouple tip, and
WIRING even then, due to air flow characteristics, it is
This machine may be hard wired or mains likely that a small variation will be evident.
supplied via plug and socket, suitable for the
voltage and current requirements stated on Span and Zero adjustments are available if
the Machine Rating Plate. required via the PID’s menu system on ‘Level 3’
(further data available from T.P.E. if required).
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Compressed air should be clean, dried and If the PID calibration shows a serious inaccuracy
filtered to 40 Microns minimum, and supplied it should be returned to Fischbein-Saxon Ltd.
at 80psi.
Operating temperatures:
5°C to 35°C, A LOW OPERATING
TEMPERATURE WILL REDUCE THE ‘FLAT
OUT’ PERFORMANCE.
The SAXON 5 uses a patented system of hot air bag sealing which gives a high sealing efficiency
together with reduced setting up and maintenance times.
3 After heating, the bag 2 Still gripped by the belts, the bag now
4 With the weld completed, immediately passes
passes through a Heating section. Here,
opposing streams of hot air strike the bag
the Feed Belt pass the through two pressure sides along a narrow band, causing a
bag out of the sealer. rollers to complete the heated bond to be formed on the inside
weld. surfaces of the bag.
The hot air temperature is controlled by a P.I.D. Temperature Controller. This continuously monitors the
output temperature from one of the heating capsules and adjusts it to that preset on the control panel
by the operator.
REVERSE — Machine must be stopped before reverse can be engaged.
FAILURE TO CARRY OUT THIS PROCEDURE MAY DAMAGE THE MACHINE AND WILL NOT
BE COVERED BY ANY SERVICE WARRANTY.
NOTE for machines with 2 or 4 P.I.Ds setting instructions remain the same.
A GOOD BAG SEAL IS OBTAINED BY THE VARIABLE INTERACTION OF FOUR
OPERATING FACTORS ON THE MACHINE.
After installing the Saxon 5, check that the speed of the machine and the infeed conveyor are
synchronized. If conveyor and machine speeds are not synchronized, the bags may miss the
pressure rollers, which in turn will give partial or no sealing. This effect is most noticeable on
shorter bags.
If the conveyor speed cannot be changed to correspond to the sealer, then the sealer speed has
to be changed to match the conveyor.
THE INFEED LINE L OF THE MACHINE MUST BE DIRECTLY ABOVE AND PARALLEL WITH
THE CENTRE LINE OF THE CONVEYOR
The machine must be correctly levelled on a sound
base by four levelling screws S.
The top of the bag, when on the conveyor, should be approximately at waist level to the
operator.
To prevent variations during production, temperature may have to be
autotuned. See AUTOTUNE section.
Any change of temperature will automatically set that temperature into current memory.
The PID Controller is a programmable unit
giving cyclic monitoring and fine control of
Sealing Air Temperature
TEMPERATURE RANGE
0 - 450°C
PROGRAMMING
AUTOTUNE
DISPLAY
If an error is made in the following sequence, e.g. if the s or t buttons are not pressed
simultaneously, or are misused in any way, the Controller will move into another non-
related mode and display irrelevant data.
This will put the program back to display of current air temperature (i.e.
normal running mode)
In this event, sequence must be restarted.
Allow temperature to fall to 50°C or less before proceeding with the next stage of Autotune.
Temperature will be seen to rise but, during
this rise, there will be a fall before rising to
preset temperature.
It is important that this clearance is regularly checked and maintained, otherwise undue wear on the
pressure wheels may occur.
A thinner bag may require a lower temperature. A thicker bag may require a higher
temperature.
*As the adjustments reach the optimum temperature necessary for a particular bag thickness,
increments must be gradually reduced until final adjustments may be only 1° or 2°C
Changing bag thickness may require some adjustment to the pressure wheels
To check impressions:
Slacken the bolts holding the top pulley flanges to the pulleys A and B
TABLE OF THE MORE COMMONLY USED PULLEY/SPEEDS (using 56 rpm output gearboxes) - other ratios
available
Retighten screws A.
Guide bars are vertically adjustable to suit a wide range of bag types.
If in doubt, consult Thames Packaging Equipment Company.
ISOLATE FROM MAINS BEFORE CARRYING OUT THIS
PROCEDURE
Unscrew the capsule clamp knob C, at the same time raising and pulling the capsule away
from the heater manifold.
Lever off the thermo couple and earthing braid clips. Remove the capsule.
Replacement of Heating Capsule is the reverse of instructions on previous page, but
taking account of the following points:
If machine is fitted with bag top support belts, it may be necessary to remove these first.
A – Release stud fasteners (two 1/4 turn) E – Release Heating Assembly fasteners
and remove connector plug cover. (six 1/4 turn) from underside of bottom
plates. See inset.
B – Pull out connector plug, pinching locking
lugs inward to release. F – Lift out the complete assembly, shake
slightly to release the bottom fasteners.
C – Remove/detach thermo couple,
if tight, lever with small screwdriver.
D – Detach earthing braid from capsule. On re-assembly, reverse order given above.
Bottom fasteners may require initial turning to
allow the assembly to bed down. Once in
place, a clockwise 1/4 turn will lock them.
Pull back tensioner(s) and remove pressure Release Dzus fasteners (4 – 1/4 turn) and
wheel drive belt(s) remove belt guards
Tensioning: Belts should be tensioned so that they meet at a point approximately 25mm from
the centre-line of the idler pulley. Re-tension belt and tighten nut N.
BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, MACHINE
MUST BE ISOLATED FROM MAINS SUPPLY
Slacken driven pulley flange and gear Loosen bearing casting pinch bolt P
screws D Draw out shafts,
Driver – LONG
Slacken motor mounting screws S (outside Driven – SHORT
machine casing). Slacken drive belt and
remove Re-assemble in reverse order but, when
replacing shafts, adjust carefully to give 1mm
Lift off top flange and pulley, remove clearance, as illustrated, on both shafts.
3 screws H counter-bored into bottom
flange, lift off bottom flange leaving gear Tighten pinch bolt P, - do not overtighten.
wheel free on shaft
Ensure that grubscrews F locate positively
Pull off gears G against flats on the shafts.
Slacken grubscrews F in upper couplings Refit drive belt to correct tension and tighten
(2 in each). mounting bracket.
BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, MACHINE
MUST BE ISOLATED FROM MAINS SUPPLY
Before dismantling Motor / Gearbox assembly, disconnect the motor at the terminal block.
Replacement gearboxes are normally supplied with output shafts on both sides of the gearbox.
This is to allow use of Left or Right hand machines.
Do not cut off the unused output shaft as this may damage the oil seal.
As a daily routine, always check that the safety switch is functioning by opening the panel covers
with the machine running.
IF THE MACHINE DOES NOT STOP AUTOMATICALLY, DO NOT CONTINUE TO OPERATE IT.
The Saxon 5 must be checked daily for overall cleanliness, any build-up of debris from previous
shifts will affect the sealing efficiency and may eventually cause mechanical failure.
Daily cleaning will prevent this and the following routine is recommended for efficient
maintenance:
D1- Using an air line or soft, clean paint D2- Ensure that the Bag Top Guide Rails, if
brush, clear away any debris lying fitted, are free of bag material
around the Bag Carrying Belts, Spring
Pressure Plates, Pressure Wheels and D3- Pull the Sprung Pressure Wheel back
Heating Capsules. against the Spring Plunger to ensure
that it is free moving.
WHEN USING A HIGH PRESSURE AIR LINE FOR CLEANING PURPOSES, THE
APPROPRIATE MASK, GOGGLES AND GLOVES MUST BE WORN.
ISOLATE THE MACHINE FROM THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE
CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE
Recommended WEEKLY checks comprise the following, plus the DAILY checks.
W1- Remove the Infeed Belt Guards, then W5- Remove both Pressure Wheels –
remove any bag debris from inspect for wear on bag contact faces
underneath. and spindles. Apply a Rocol food lube
grease to shaft and thrust bearings.
W2- Check the Bag Carrying Belts for
correct tension. If slack, loosen plain W6- Apply MOLYKOTE 3694 to Main Shaft
Tension Pulley, then pull firmly to re- gears.
tension belt, retighten.
Do not over tension, hand pressure is W7- Check all electrical terminations for
sufficient. sound connections. Clean rear
housing and remove all deposits
of foreign matter, using a dry air
W3- Check that all of the Sprung Pressure blow gun or blower.
Plates are free to move. Check that the
Bag Carrying Belts grip the bag
correctly. SHOULD ANY OF THESE UNITS
REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR CLEANING,
REFER TO RELEVANT PAGE IN
W4- Check that the Pressure Wheel Drive THIS MANUAL
Wheel Tensioners move freely. Inspect
for wear. Apply food lube to each Top
Thrust Race.
WHEN USING A HIGH PRESSURE AIR LINE FOR CLEANING PURPOSES, THE
APPROPRIATE MASK, GOGGLES AND GLOVES MUST BE WORN.
ISOLATE THE MACHINE FROM THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE
CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE.
Recommended MONTHLY checks comprise the following, in addition to DAILY and WEEKLY
checks.
M1 Check Pressure Wheels and adjust as
necessary.
M2 Check Drive Shaft gears for wear.
M3 Check tightness of all screws in drive
chain (Motor to Torque discs)
To check pressure wheel adjustment for correct setting, refer to CHANGING BAG SIZE and
follow the same procedure.
ISOLATE THE MACHINE FROM THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY
BEFORE CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE
Before starting the following checks and service, remove the HEATING ASSEMBLY - BOTTOM
PLATES, MOTOR GEAR BOX and MOUNTING BRACKET. Place on the work bench.
Y1 Disassemble pressure adjuster, smear hold the drive couplings on the bottom
internal parts and half fill cavities with end of the Main Drive Shafts and test
ROCOL FOODLUBE 2 or similar. for side play, indicating worn bearings.
Y2 HEATING ASSEMBLY Replace if there is a discernable
● Remove capsules and, using an air wobble.
line, blow out any accumulated dust in ● Check that the Clamping Bolt is tight.
the Main Air Ducts and Capsules. Y6 ELECTRICAL
Y3 MOTOR AND GEARBOX ASSEMBLY ● Check all terminals and fuses for
● Check for excessive noise sound connections.
● Check for excessive backlash or end ● Replace all fuses with new ones.
float. ● Blow dust out of the rear housing
Y4 BOTTOM PLATES compartment using a dry air line
● Remove Carrying Belts ● Take out the Fan unit and blow out
any dust, then connect to a suitable
● Inspect and replace if the top edge electrical supply and test run.
has started to crack or has pieces
missing. Disconnect P.I.D. as shown on page
5.19 before checking insulation of
● Replace Pressure Wheel Drive Belts machine with a high voltage test using
and Tension Pulley/Shaft assemblies. a ‘Megger’ or similar.
● Examine bearings and shafts for
wear, replace if necessary. Y7 MISCELLANEOUS
● Check that the Gas Spring will hold
● If the Pressure Wheels have not the covers open
required recent replacement, pay extra
attention to their shafts – also bearing ● Check that the covers move freely on
and pressure faces. their hinges and that the screws fixing
If you find that either wheel has become the covers to the hinge arms are tight.
deeply worn, it will mean that the Note: The Hinge Moulding is designed
Pressure Adjuster has been incorrectly to allow the tightness of the hinge to be
set. Rectify on re-assembly. varied by adjusting one of the
● Thoroughly clean all surfaces before Attachment Bolts.
re-assembly and apply small amounts ● Check that the ‘Capsule
of Food Lube 2 to all the bearings. Arrangement’ label is in its correct
place on the inside back face of the
Y5 MAIN DRIVE SHAFTS sealing compartment.
● Before replacing the bottom plates, ● If Trimmer is fitted – see separate
section on Trimmer Maintenance.
WHEN USING A HIGH PRESSURE AIR LINE FOR CLEANING PURPOSES, THE
APPROPRIATE MASK, GOGGLES AND GLOVES MUST BE WORN.
PART No. DESCRIPTION PART No. DESCRIPTION
50-7 Belt – Pressure wheel drive 66-116 Pulley and shaft assembly idler pulley
50-21 Belt – Main carrying 66-164 Bearing, thrust – Pressure wheels
65-1-201 Screws 66-165 Bearing, thrust plate – Pressure wheels
Spring, torsion – Left hand belt
65-1-236 Screws, locking – one per set 66-177
tensioner
Spring, torsion – Right hand belt
65-1-246 Screws – two per set 67-325
tensioner
Block and shaft assembly – for
65-1-265 Screw – one per hand 67-364
pressure wheels
Block ‘V’ Guide – Right and left hand
65-1-275 Screws – two per set 67-365
pressure wheels
65-1-276 Screws – four per set 67-366 Ball cage – Pressure wheel slide
65-2-13 Shim – as required 67-367 Shaft, fixed – Pressure wheel
65-5-229 Clip, safety – one per hand 67-373 Pressure adjuster assembly
65-1-258 Screws – two per set
66-26-1 Pulley assembly – Main drive
66-112 Arm, Idler
66-115 Hinge bolt
PART No. DESCRIPTION PART No. DESCRIPTION
13-11-11 Dzus stud (3) 67-330 Dzus receptacle
50-21 Belt, carrying 67-331 Dzus stud (2)
65-1-108 Grub screw 67-332 Retaining ring (2)
65-1-168 Screw (1 per set) 67-334 Dzus stud retainer
65-1-241 Screws (4) 67-352 Pressure plate (sprung)
65-1-277 Socket button head screw 67-353 Pressure plate (short)
65-1-277 Csk. screw (4 per set) 67-354 Pressure plate (short)
65-1-277 Csk. screws (2 per set) 67-355 Pressure plate (sprung)
67-305 Bottom plate L.H. 67-361 Adjuster body (2)
67-316 Bracket, belt guard fastener (2) 65-1-144 Adjusting screw
67-318BL Infeed ‘Vee’ L.H. 67-363 Pulley, plain
67-320BL Belt guard L.H. 67-382 Spring, torsion
67-324 Nut (1 per set) 67-2310 Collar, spring
PART No. DESCRIPTION PART No. DESCRIPTION
13-11-11 Dzus stud (3) 67-330 Dzus receptacle
50-21 Belt, carrying 67-331 Dzus stud (2)
65-1-108 Grub screw 67-332 Retaining ring (2)
65-1-110 Screws (5) 67-334 Dzus stud retainer
65-1-144 Grub screw 67-35001 Pressure plate (sprung) - R to L feed
65-1-168 Screw (1 per set) 67-35002 Pressure plate (sprung) - L to R feed
65-1-272 Socket button head screw 67-353 Pressure plate (sprung)
65-1-277 Csk. screws (4 per set) 67-355 Pressure plate (short)
65-1-277 Csk. screws (2 per set) 67-361 Adjuster body (2)
67-304 Bottom plate R.H. 67-363 Pulley, plain
67-316 Bracket, belt guard fastener (2) 67-382 Spring, torsion
67-317BL Infeed ‘Vee’ R.H. 67-324 Nut (1 per set)
67-319BL Belt guard R.H. 67-2310 Collar, spring
67-300
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K950.01 1 to 10
2 P.I.D. MACHINE
Refer to pages
K950.01 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10
K950.02 3 and 8
4 P.I.D. MACHINE
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K950.01 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10
K950.02 3 and 8