CTM 3600-PA Manual
1318 QUAKER CIRCLE P.O. BOX 589 SALEM, OHIO 44460
PHONE: 330-332-1800
FAX: 330-332-2144
www.ctmlabelingsystems.com
Designers and Manufacturers of Pressure Sensitive Labeling
Equipment and Custom Product Handling
3600 PRINTER APPLICATOR
MAINTENANCE
&
SERVICE MANUAL
(REVISION 3600-2b5.x)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(STANDARD 3600)
TABLE OF FIGURES …………………………………………………………. 1
INTRODUCTION ………………………………………………………….…... 2
WEB PATH ……………………………………………………………………... 3
MACHINE TERMS ……………………………………………………………. 4
APPLICATOR DISPLAY ……………………………………………………... 5
Key Descriptions ……………………………….………..… 5-1
Changing Variable Fields ……………………………...…... 5-2
Alarm Screens ………………………………………...….… 5-3
REAR PANEL ………………………………………………………………….. 6
Connector Descriptions ……………...……………………... 6-1
I/O Port Functions ………………………………………….. 6-2
APPLICATOR SETUP ……………………………………………………….. 7
Unwind Installation ………………………………………… 7-1
Air Filter Installation ……………………………………….. 7-2
Valve Bank Installation …………………………………….. 7-3
Standard Tamp Installation …………………………………..7-3
Extended Peel Edge Installation ……………………………. 7-4
Swing Tamp Installation ……………………………………. 7-5
Ribbon and Label Loading …………………………………..7-6
Applicator Nose Setup ……………………………………….7-7
Tamp Setup …………………………………………………..7-8
Static Stack Test ……………………………………………...7-9
Configuration Menus ………………………………..……….7-10
PRODUCT SETUP ……………………………………………………………. 8
Applicator Attitudes ………………………………………… 8-1
Applicator Position ………………………………………..… 8-2
Product Detect Sensor (SM312LV) ……………………….… 8-3
Product Detect Sensor (S18SN6FF50) ……………………… 8-4
APPLICATOR ALARMS ……………………………………………………. 9
Alarm Light …………………………………………………. 9-1
Systems Ready Output ………………………………………. 9-1
Alarm & I/O Port .………………………………………........ 9-2
Adjusting Low Label Sensor …………………………...…… 9-2
MAINTENANCE ……………………………………………….…………….. 10
Dancer Arm Adjustment …………………………………... 10-1
Rewind Clutch Adjustment ………………………………... 10-2
Changing Clutch Pad ……………………………………… 10-3
Belt Tension ……………………………………………….. 10-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TROUBLESHOOTING ………………………………………………………... 11
PRINTER SETTINGS ………………………………………………………… 12
Sato Printers ……………………………………………….. 12-1
Zebra Printers ……………………………………………… 12-7
Datamax Printers …………………………………………… 12-7
RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS ………………………………………….. 13
AND DRAWINGS
SUPPLIMENTS TO STANDARD 3600 MANUAL
Dual Action Tamp ………………………………………….… Section B
Corner Wrap …………………………………………………. Section C
Powered Unwind …………………………………….………. Section D
TABLE OF FIGURES
TABLE OF FIGURES
FIGURE 1 (Unwind Assembly) ……………………………………………… 7-1
FIGURE 2 (Valve Bank) ……………………………………………………… 7-2
FIGURE 3 (Standard Tamp Assembly) ………………………………………. 7-3
FIGURE 4 (Extended Peel Edge Assembly) …………………………………. 7-4
FIGURE 5 (Swing Tamp) …………………………………………………….. 7-5
FIGURE 6 (Web Path) ……………………………………………………...… 7-6
FIGURE 7 (Applicator in Nose Down Attitude) ……………………………... 8-1
FIGURE 8 (Applicator in Upright and Above Attitude) ……………………… 8-1
FIGURE 9 (Applicator in Nose Up Attitude) …………………………………. 8-1
FIGURE 10 (Applicator in Bottom Up Attitude) ……………………………… 8-1
FIGURE 11 (Applicator in Reels Up Attitude) ………………………………... 8-1
FIGURE 12 (SM312LV Product Detect Sensor) ……………………………… 8-2
FIGURE 13 (S18SN6FF50 Product Detect Sensor) ………………………...… 8-3
FIGURE 14 (Alarm Light) …………………………………………………….. 9-1
FIGURE 15 (Low Label Sensor on Unwind Block) …………………………... 9-2
FIGURE 16 (Low Label Sensor) ……………………………………………… 9-2
FIGURE 17 (Unwind Brake Band) …………………………………………… 10-2
FIGURE 18 (Rewind/Clutch Assembly) …………………………………...… 10-3
FIGURE 19 (DAT Valve Bank) ……………………………………………… b5-1
FIGURE 20 (DAT Tamp Assembly) …………………………………………. b5-2
FIGURE 21 (DAT Tamp Adjustments) ………………………………………. b5-4
FIGURE 22 (DAT Nose Down Position) …………………………………….. b6-1
FIGURE 23 (SM312LV Product Detect Sensor) …………………………….. b6-2
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FIGURE 24 (S18SN6FF50 Product Detect Sensor) ……………………………. b6-3
FIGURE 25 (Apply Sequence) …………………………………………………. c3-1
FIGURE 26 (Apply Sequence) …………………………………………………. c3-2
FIGURE 27 (Apply Sequence) …………………………………………………. c3-3
FIGURE 28 (Corner Wrap Valve Banks) ……………………………………….. c3-4
FIGURE 28 (Web Path Powered Unwind) ……………………………………… d2
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
The 3600-PA printer applicator is a high-speed labeler used to thermally print and apply pressure
sensitive labels to moving products. A thermal transfer printer is integrated into an applicator to
form a self-contained unit that will print variable data onto a label. The printer/applicator can be
mounted in almost any position adjacent to product flow to apply labels to top, sides or bottom of
products as they pass by.
Labels are supplied on rolls that consist of a liner on which the labels are held with adhesive. The
labels may be preprinted with the variable information added by the printer or blank labels with
the printer printing the entire label.
The applicator can work in two different modes:
Normal Tamp Blow
Inverted Tamp Blow
In the Normal Tamp Blow mode, the label is printed, dispensed out onto the label pad and held
there by vacuum. When the product detect sensor is made, the label and label pad are moved
toward the product using a pneumatic slide. When the slide is extended, an air blast will blow
the label off the pad and onto the product.
In the Inverted Tamp Blow mode, the label is printed, dispensed onto the label pad and the slide
extends. The applicator will wait in this position until the product sensor is made. The label is
then blown off the pad onto the product.
For safe and trouble free operation, the instructions in this manual must be followed carefully
during the set-up, operation, media changes, cleaning and maintenance. Also the specified
environmental conditions must be maintained.
Electrical Supply: 108-132 Volts, 5 Amps, 50-60 Hertz, Single phase
A three-meter long, three wire cable with 1.00mm conductors
rated at 10 amperes (in accordance with CENELEC HD-21)
is provided for the electrical connection to the IEC 320
receptacle of the applicator. The end of the power cord is
terminated with a NEMA 5-15 plug.
Air Supply: Clean and dry compressed air must be provided at pressures
90 to 100 P.S.I. with a minimum flow rate of 4 S.C.F.M.
Environment: Operating temperature range is 40 to 95°F (5 to 35°C).
Operating humidity range is 20 to 85% RH, non-condensing.
Note: The model 3600-PA is not intended to be operated in an environment
where flammable or explosive gases are present. The model 3600-PA
MUST not be used in direct contact with food products.
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READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY. This manual includes all
of the information that you’ll need to set up the applicator under normal operating conditions.
The instructions include important safety precautions, which must not be ignored.
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER. The instructions are written as numbered steps that
will take you safely and efficiently through the setup process. Any steps performed out of
sequence may result in a hazard and the applicator may not operate properly.
WORK CAREFULLY. Although setting up the applicator is not difficult, it does take time. Do
not rush through the process. Careful work will produce good results.
IF SOMETHING DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY TRY SETTING UP AGAIN. Although
applicator malfunction is possible, most problems happen because the applicator was not setup
correctly. If the applicator doesn’t operate correctly, back-up and start over.
FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. The 3600-PA has been provided with a number of
safety features. Observe all safety warning and under no circumstances attempt to remove or
defeat safeguards or operate the machine in a manner contrary to the instructions.
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