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Preferred Packaging
STAR EVO user manual

Instructions for the use and the maintenance
of
packaging machine model STAR EVO,
STAREVO COMBO AND STAREVOBM
STAREVO
STAREVOCOMBO
STAREVOBM WITH SEPARATED TUNNEL

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STAR EVO USER MANUAL
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Important: read these instructions carefully.
When processing industrial material it is necessary to develop and strictly

implement a quality assurance program.
Our machines are state-of-the-art and have very important safety features.
Proper installation and maintenance by the user is of the utmost importance.
Only suitably trained staff can use this machine in strict compliance with the
A.N.S.I. and O.S.H.A safety features.
Use and maintenance manual
This manual was accurately drawn up in order to give the user all the
necessary information on the installation, operation and maintenance
operations of the packaging machine.
Please, read this manual carefully and refer to it for machine use and
maintenance.
We recommend creating a copy for production, maintenance and control
staff.
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1: Guarantee
1.1: Check the whole system at delivery.
Should any part be missing or damaged it is important to inform the

forwarding agent and PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY before the
forwarding agent leaves the company after delivery. The forwarding
agent must indicate any missing or damaged parts on the waybill .
Failure to do this will result in the impossibility of presenting any claim
against the forwarding agent or PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY.
If any part is believed to be missing or damaged, we recommend

informing the forwarding agent and PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY
immediately and request an inspection. This is mandatory. The damage
report must be submitted within ten days from the delivery date. The
forwarding agent will not accept any claim for loss or damage after this
period. The forwarding agent's representative will carry out an
inspection and make a drawing of the damages. The client can give the
forwarding agent a receipt which clearly states that during transport
some parts were damaged or went missing, but does so at his own risk
and cost.
Any claim must be submitted within 30 days from the delivery date.
After this period the forwarding agent will not accept any claim.
PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY is willing to assist in any possible way

in order to collect claims for loss or damage; nevertheless PREFERRED
PACKAGING ITALY declines any responsibility in relation to material
replacement
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1.2: Guarantee
Preferred Packaging Italy guarantees each product against material

and manufacturing defects for 1 year from the shipment date.
This guarantee cannot be transferred in case of sale.
Any faulty part covered by the guarantee must be sent to PREFERRED

PACKAGING ITALY, at the expense of the client.
In the case of a warranty claim, Preferred Packaging reserves the right
to decide whether to repair or replace the part. The manpower
required to remove or install the faulty part is not included in the
guarantee. Before returning the goods for whatever reason, the client
must contact PREFERRED PACKAGING to obtain a returned-good
number. This number must always be mentioned in the return
shipments.
This guarantee is not applicable should the material be tampered with,

improperly used or installed, changed or should it evidence damages
caused by misuse, negligence, accidents or failure to follow the
recommended maintenance procedure, or should maintenance
operations have been carried out by third parties without express
written authorization from PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY.
This guarantee replaces any other guarantee. Other guarantees

regarding marketability, suitability to a specific use, non violation or
other, and no matter whether explicit or implicit, will not be
considered.
Preferred Packaging declines any responsibility toward any persons for
direct, indirect, additional or substantial damages, in addition to delays
due to any breach or illicit action, with suspension of claims regarding
a prosecutable damage or negligence and/or objective responsibility.
Should our responsibility be ascertained, no amount higher than the
purchase price will be paid.
Preferred Packaging reserves the right to make changes, integrations
or improvements to its products without being obliged to make the
same changes to previously delivered products that are covered by this
guarantee.
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Preferred Packaging declines any responsibility for damages deriving

from the use of the material in case the client or its representative fails
to maintain the goods in safe operating conditions. This guarantee is
void if the client or its agent disconnect any safety device or part which
was developed or fitted by our company, or in case they fail to
maintain these systems in such a way as to use them as
recommended.
Preferred Packaging gives a 1-year guarantee on parts;

shipping costs for replacement parts are not included. All parts
covered by the guarantee are sent F.O.B. Malo-Vicenza, Italy.
The manpower required for the installation of parts is not
included in the guarantee.
1.3: Guarantee exclusions
The following parts are excluded from the general guarantee. The list
that follows indicates the parts for which a 30-day guarantee only is
given, unless otherwise stated.
1.- Conveyor belts

2.- Fuses
3.- Resistors
4.- Sealing unit
The following parts are to be considered as consumables and are

therefore not included
in the guarantee:
1.- Silicon gaskets

2.- Teflon
3.- Belts for side sealing
4.- Side blade
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1.4: Warnings
All the appropriate measures were taken in order to guarantee

operator safety during machine operation. Nevertheless, some risks are
present. Do not start the machine unless the staff has been informed
of the following warnings.
Do not tamper with the electrical wiring. Only employ an authorized

electrician to carry out any maintenance operation. Always disconnect
the machine from the power source before carrying out any
maintenance operation on electronic and/or moving parts.
To avoid injuries to people and/or damage to the machine, we

recommend not increasing the settings or classifications on the
electrical or mechanical safety devices.
Keep hands away from moving parts or conveyor belts.
Impaired or worn conveyor belts can be dangerous. All such parts must
be replaced immediately.
Never operate any moving part without the necessary protection. The
internal mechanism of most packaging machines contains various
sharp parts and points where the risk of crushing exists, which can
cause serious injuries and/or permanent disfiguration.
To reduce the possibility of injuries to a minimum, we recommend

making sure that all machine operators and any person using it in any
way have been trained in correct machine and are aware of the relative
safety procedures.
After it has been used for a while, the sealing bar and all the relative
parts can become hot. Do not touch the machine while the bar is
operating and pay special attention after it has just stopped running.
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Any modification to the electrical diagram or to the mechanical

assembly of the machine renders any guarantee void. Modifications can
entail dangers which would otherwise not be present. Preferred
Packaging declines any responsibility for any consequence deriving
from the above.
The use of certain types of film during sealing and/or heat-shrinking

operations can generate dangerous vapours. This is due to film
degradation at high temperatures. Contact the film manufacturer or
supplier before using any film in order to obtain information on the
emission of potentially dangerous vapours. Ensure adequate ventilation
at all times.
The operator must disable the primary switch once the unit has been
started.
Even though the machine features protections for operators, it is still

necessary to pay attention when using, adjusting or carrying out
maintenance operations on the machine itself.
Refer to the guarantee covering this machine.
The guarantee conditions are only applicable to unmodified machines.
Any unauthorized modifications made to the machine will render this
guarantee void.
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2: Machine installation
2.1: Removing the packaging

Do not use sharp tool when removing the packaging.
Remove the film and the adhesive tape around the machine.
The adjustable feet, the sliding door and the film drawer are held in
position by wooden blocks. Carefully remove them before moving the
machine from the pallet.
Once the machine has been taken off the pallet, remove the strips that
block the infeed conveyor and the film drawer.
Before installing the machine remove the protective film from the
screens
2.2: Positioning and alignment

First of all, position the machine in the desired location, making sure
that the front conveyor is correctly aligned. In order to find the correct
position compared to the conveyor, move the machine's infeed
conveyor all the way back.
You know know the maximum conveyor position and it is possible to
place the front conveyor.
After this, use the adjustment feel to level the machine. For this
purpose, use a bubble level on the central conveyor and bring it to the
correct level.
Once the machine is correctly levelled and aligned, position the tunnel
or the outfeed unit.
2.3: Power supply

All the machines of this series are fitted with a buck-boost transformer.
This system allows to eliminate any problem that may arise because of
low voltage and to disable the machine.
The machines are supplied with 3 x 380V + N + PE as standard.
Before connecting the machine to the power source, verify such
voltage on the power connector.
Before operating the machine, check the voltage and make sure the
earthing system is appropriately sized. Earth-test each phase, making
sure there are from 220 to 240 V to earth.
Check the rotation direction against the height adjustment of the
sealing unit (see 5.6 - page 59).
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2.4: Connecting compressed air

Check the compressed air line to make sure that the machine is fed
clean and dry air.
The presence of water in the pipes can damage the machine. If
necessary, install a dryer on the air line to convey clean and dry air to
the machine.
The pressure in the machine must be at 6 bar at all times.
The compressed air consumption depends on the options of the
machine. Please find hereunder the consumption per option.
- Sealing bar pneumatic consumption: 150 Nl/min at 6 bar
- Air bridge consumption connection: 30 Nl/min at 6 bar
- Side sealing: 25 Nl/min at 6 bar
- Film pulling: 1 Nl/min at 6 bar
Connecting compressed air
The standard connection is

located at the front of the
machine.
It is composed of a PU10
female connector for
compressed air tube.
Carry out a proper
connection, keeping a 2-
metre reserve.
2.5: Starting the machine

The machine must always be started by a competent technician who is
familiar with the electrical and compressed air systems installed on the
machine.
Any mistake during the starting phase can cause irreversible
consequences. For this reason we recommend contacting one of
PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY technicians for this phase.
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3: Components and meanings
3.1: Front view of the machine
1 1
2 2
8 7
6
4
3
5
Openable from front: standard.
1: Safety devices
2: Windows doors
3: Film dispenser unit
4: Side strip winder
5: Power 3x400+N+PE. Cable 2m.
6: Compressed air constantly at 6 bar.
7: Infeed
8: Outfeed
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3.2: Back view of the machine
12 12
10
11
Openable from back: optional.
9: Touch screen
10: Switch cabinet
11: Sealing bar height adjustment and operation
12: Opening doors
13: Integrated shrinking tunnel (version COMBO)
Openable COMBO machine with doors front and back (back opening is optional)
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3.3: Film Dispenser Unit
2 1
1: Film reel supports

2: Film positioning rollers
3: Forced perforation
4: Motorized film feeding rollers
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3.4: Infeed conveyor
1 2 3
1: Side guide (variable depending on the model)

2: Infeed belt conveyor (variable depending on the model)
3: Roller for folding triangle
The length of the infeed conveyor can vary depending on the selected
options.
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3.5: Central conveyor
1: Bridge operation. Central belt is movable no need to have a fix

bridge operation
2: Central/transfer belt conveyor (variable depending on the model)
3: Side sealing group
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3.6: Outfeed conveyor
2 1 3
4
3D VIEW with film wind up unit n° 4
1: Outfeed belt conveyor (variable depending on the model)

2: Connection from the outfeed conveyor belt to the tunnel
3: Connection from the central conveyor to the outfeed conveyor
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3.7: Folding triangle
1 2 3 4 5
1: Vertical product detection

2: Horizontal product detection
3: Slot for film support assembly
4: Lower folding triangle
5: Upper folding triangle movable up and down
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3.8: Side sealing
1: Conveyor rollers
2: Upper sealing wheel
3: Lower sealing wheel
4: Conveyor rollers
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3.9: Sealing bar
1
3
5
2 4
1: Colums of sealing bar support

2: Rubber with self-adhesive Teflon
3: Pressing devices
4: Lower bar
5: Sealing bar
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3.10: Control panel
MAIN SCREEN JUST SWITCHED ON THE ELECTRIC CABINET
1: Reset
2: Emergency stop (to be used only in case of emergency )
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3.11: Switch cabinet
2
1
1: Position of main electric panel including the PLC

2: Main switch
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3.12: Primary switch
0: "OFF" position
1: "ON" position
To open the electric control cabinet it is necessary to turn off the primary
switch. Then open windows. Position is on top right side
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3.13: Film exit – Film circulation
1 2 3 4 5 6
1: Film reel
2: Positioning rollers
3: Slot for tension roller
4: Perforation roller
5: Motor
6: Film pendulum (to start and stop the pulling of the film)
7: Guiding rollers
8: Separation sealing
9: Height-adjustable roller to separate the upper from the lower film
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3.14: Winding (side strip) – Film waste
6
2
7 5 4 8
1: Side sealing rollers

2: Vertical axle
3: Vertical axle
4: Horizontal axle
5: Pendulum
6: Horizontal axle (back frame)
7: Winding disk
8: Side strip
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3.16: Specifications for the availables models
Model
STAREVO 500 STAREVO 600 STAREVO 800
STAREVO 500 BM STAREVO 600 BM STAREVO 800 BM
STAREVO 500 COMBO STAREVO 600 COMBO ------------------
Sealing width 500 mm 600 mm 800 mm
Maximum product width 400 mm 500 mm 700 mm
Maximum product length Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited
Maximum product height 300 mm 300 mm 300 mm
Maximum film width 650 mm 750 mm 950 mm
Works with flat & center
folded film
Speed A4 65 pcs/min 65 pcs/min 65 pcs/min
Power supply 3x400+N+PE 3x400+N+PE 3x400+N+PE
Consumption 5 kW 5 kW 5 kW
Compressed air 6 bar 6 bar 6 bar
Colour Ral 9003 Ral 9003 Ral 9003
Working height 900 +/- 50 900 +/- 50 900 +/- 50
Dimensions LAYOUT LAYOUT LAYOUT
Weight 800 kg 900 kg 900 kg
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4: Product setting
4.1: Conveyor width setting
The overlapping of the infeed conveyor and of the central conveyor

determines the width of the machine. Move the infeed conveyor so
that the product is conveyed between the guides without running into
any obstacles.
Make sure that the product reaches the central conveyor at
approximately 1 cm from the side sealing.
Test this setting by putting a product on the infeed conveyor and

starting the conveying system.
If the setting is correct, move to the following step.

Attention: the machine can work also with flat film by turning the film
dispenser unit of 90°
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4.2: Folding triangle height
Set the height of the folding triangle so that the product reaches the
triangle without running into any obstacle.
Make sure the film support before the central conveyor is located just
under the folding triangle and that it is slightly pulled downward when
the film is pulled.
1: MANUAL Movement of the triangle

2: MANUAL Movement of the side seal (if present)
3: MANUAL Movement of the sealing bar (if present)
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4.3: Roller for folding triangle
Set the height of this roller so that it is centred compared to the upper
and lower triangles.
Therefore halfway between the lower and the upper triangles.
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4.4: Sealing unit height
See the height of the sealing unit at half the height of the product.
If the product is 100 mm high, set the needle of the side sealing at 50
mm compared to the conveyor.
1: MANUAL Movement of the triangle

2: MANUAL Movement of the side seal (if present)
3: MANUAL Movement of the sealing bar (if present)
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4.5: Opening the sealing bar
Set the opening of the sealing bar so that the product can freely move
underneath it.
In case of new product memory, the default setting is 50 mm. Change
this value before enabling the automatic operation.
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4.6: Determining the width of the film
The width of the film is calculated as follows:
PRODUCT WIDTH + FILM HEIGHT + 120 mm = FILM WIDTH-CENTER

FOLDED
Depending on the height of the product (whether < or > 200 mm)
For FLAT FILM: (PRODUCT WIDTH + FILM HEIGHT + 80 mm)X2 =FLAT FILM
WIDTH
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4.7: Reel position
The film reel must be positioned halfway between the upper and the
lower triangles, when compared to the side sealing unit.
Conveyor
halfway from A
Distance between the lower
and the upper triangles.
Film reel
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4.8: Film insertion
4.8.1 Opening the windows door or just moving the film dispenser unit
out
Open the window from left or right ** specific design openable from
left & right
Pull the film unit
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4.8.2 Assembling the reel

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4.8.3 Film waste on winding disk
1: Position the side strip under the pendulum.

2: Position the side strip on the upper roller.
3: Fasten the film to the side strip winding.
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4.9: Product setting
Set the product parameters as indicated in point 5, "Product setting".
4.10: Starting production
Press the Start button and insert the product.

Check the position (due to the tension on the film, the first product
may move).
Insert a second product.
Repeat the operation until the sealing bar seals for the first time.
Remove the film bag.
Set product centring.
Insert another product.
Check the sealing position and adjust it if necessary.
Start production by continuously inserting products.
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5: Control panel
5.1. Home page (Screen 1)
1: Information on the packaging machine distributor
2: Language setting
Use this button to go to screen 2 where the language can be set.
3: Main menu
Use this button to go to screen 3 where it is possible to access all the
functions of the machine.
4: Hidden menu
This button is not visible, but when pressed, it is possible to access
screen 4 where all the settings, the programming systems and
troubleshooting can be found. We recommend accessing this level only
after having been advised to do so by PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY.
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Screen 1: Home page

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5.2. Language setting (Screen 2)
From this screen it is possible to choose the language.

In order to follow this manual we recommend choosing the English
language.
Once the language has been set, the system goes back to screen 1.
Screen 2: Language setting

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5.3: Main menu (screen 3)
5: Machine setting
Use this button to go to screen 5 where it is possible to access and
modify any mechanical functions.
This screen must be selected when inserting the film.
6: Product and product counters setting

electronic parameters and visualize and set the counters.
7: Discharge
With the machine working in automatic mode and with products on the
film, by pressing this button the products can be discharged and
packed as per the set values.
No new products are positioned on the infeed conveyor during this
cycle.
Once the machine is paused it is possible to position new products.
8: Home page
Press on the logo to return to the home page
9: Alarms list
Use this button to go to screen 14 where all the active alarms are
displayed. Use ACK to confirm; once the alarm is no longer active it
disappears from the list.
10: Start
With the machine in automatic mode, confirm any modifications.
11: Stop
Disable the automatic mode and switch off the alarm signal.
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Screen 3 Main menu
6
9
7
8
11
10
If the machine is set on PE
sealing, this button lights up.
Use this button to activate the
side sealing settings (screen 15)
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5.4: Hidden settings (screen 4)
12: Esc.
Use this button to return to the home page (screen 1)
13: Enter password

Press the white label to activate the alphanumeric keyboard and enter
the password.
Warning: after three negative attempts the password is blocked and
the screen must be reprogrammed.
14: Manual mode

Once logged in from here it is possible to test all the functions of the
machine.
15: Login
Enter the correct password and click here to activate the password
level.
16: Logout
After carrying out the desired modifications, press here to deactivate
the password level.
17: Parameters
Once logged in, from here it is possible to modify all the parameters of
the machine.
Attention: any modifications made in this level may cause irreversible
damage!
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Screen 4: Hidden machine settings
12
13
15
14
16
17
This screen contains all the settings, programming and

troubleshooting. We recommend accessing this level only after having
been advised to do so by PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY.
Geef password: reset pw
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5.5: Machine settings 1 of 2 (screen 5)
12: Esc.
Use this button to return to the main menu (screen 3)
18: Feeding
When this button is pressed the manual feed, the three conveyors and
the side sealing units all rotate at the set speed.
Feeding does not work if the pulling rollers or the side sealing unit is
open.
19: Sealing
Use this button to carry out the manual sealing. This function is active
only with cover screen closed.
Make sure there are no products under the sealing bar.
After starting for the first time, the sealing bar lifts slowly to memorize
its reference point.
Once the reference cycle has been carried out, the sealing bar remains
closed until the button has been pushed.
20: Opening/closing the sealing rollers

Use this button to control the side sealing rollers. Press this button
once to open the rollers and allow inserting the film; the label on the
button changes and shows the closing of the sealing rollers.
Press this button again to close the rollers; the label on the button
changes and shows the opening of the rollers.
21: Next screen

Press this button to access the second page of machine settings,
(screen 6)
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Screen 5: Machine setting 1 of 2
12 21
18
19
20
Jogging
Manual sealing
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5.6: Machine setting 2 of 2 (screen 6)
12: Esc.
22: Folding triangle height

Use the two arrow button to set the height of the folding triangle.
The heigh must be set so that the product can freely pass under the
triangle, keeping in mind that the film-holder is positioned slightly
lower compared to the triangle.
23: Sealing unit height

Use the two arrow buttons to set the height of the sealing unit.
Such height must be set so that the point of separation of the sealing
rollers is located at half the height of the product.
When starting the machine, or moving it elsewhere or in case of
intervention on the power supply, it is necessary to make sure that the
rotation is correct: when the unit is pressed downward it must lower. If
not, invert the two phases.
21: Next screen

Press this button to access the first page of machine settings, screen 5.
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Screen 6: Machine settings 2 of 2
12 21
22
23
MANUAL
Movement of the triangle
Movement of the center seal
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5.7: Product parameters (screen 7)
12: Esc.
24: Product setting

parameters that are needed for the automatic packing of the products.
25: Product counter menu

Use this button to go to screen 13 where it is possible to visualize and
set the counters.
26: Product memory

Use this button to access the numerical keyboard.
By changing the value from 1 to 25 another product is programmed
and activated.
The indicated number is active in the memory. All the values in this
memory are used for processing and, when changed, they are
automatically saved in the active memory.
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Screen 7: Product parameters
12
26
24
25
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12: Esc.
Use this button to return to the product parameters (screen 7)
27: Detection modes

From here it is possible to select Multipack and Random
Multipack:
The machine only detects the beginning of the product and therefore
conveys the "product length" + the "intermediate distance" set,
regardless of the actual length of the product.
This option is selected for products that have the same length, so that
the length of the film is always the same, regardless of any small
slipping, in order to obtain the best heat-shrinking.
In this mode the products can be positioned in contact with each other.
It is sufficient to always select products in contact or always with an
intermediate distance.
The photocell must always read the product at the same instant, and
any different shapes may cause a problem.
Random:
The machine detects the length and travels the set "intermediate
distance".
This setting is used for products having different lengths.
The product must be at a minimum intermediate distance of 50 mm.
The photocell must read the whole length.
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Screen 8: Product setting 1 of 3
12
27
Product length
Spacing
Centring
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28: Product length

This length must be set in multiple "detection mode" only. This is the
actual length of the product.
29: Intermediate distance

The distance the machine travels after the product to carry out the
sealing must be set here.
The basic value consists in the height of the product + 30 mm and it
varies depending on the heigh of the product; in the case of short
products, the value increases slightly, for tall products it decreases
slightly.
If the print pane command is present (for use with printed film), press
the "intermediate distance" label. The label changes into "print pane"
and this setting is used to set the position of the product compared to
the print.
If this function is set and no print marking is visible in front of the print
pane photocell or if it is not present, the machine will not seal or will
seal in the wrong position.
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29
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30: Product centring

From here it is possible to set two parameters, i.e. the centring
direction, by pressing the arrow, and the distance in mm, in the text
box.
Before starting, set the value at "<-50". Insert products so as to load
the machine for the first time.
If the machine is too loaded toward the left, reduce the value and
move the product toward the sealing.
If the machine is too loaded toward the right, increase the value and
remove the product from the film.
Repeat this operation until the machine seals the product at
approximately half of the "intermediate distance" of the product.
Insert the next product and set the value so that the sealing bar seals
halfway between two products.
If the value "<-10" has been set and one has to move 30 mm to the
right the value will be "->20" and vice versa.
Make sure that during the insertion of the film, the transfers or the
sealing operations the product does not move otherwise it will be
impossible to obtain a correct adjustment.
Pay attention to the fact that in case of machine on the left, the above
picture must be considered on the left, on the right and vice versa.
21: Next screen

Press this button to access the second page of product settings, screen
9.
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21
30
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12: Esc.
31: Sealing time

This is the time during which the sealing bar remains lowered to obtain
a safe sealing. A longer interval does not produce a better sealing,
therefore, should any problem arise or if the closing time is not known,
we recommend starting at 10 and increase by 5 units until a proper
sealing is obtained.
32: Feeding speed

This value can be set from 5 to 25 metres.
The best speed is the speed at which there is a constant flow of
products at a distance of approximately 50 mm from each other.
In the case of a longer distance, we advise reducing the speed.
If the output is too low, it is possible to increase the speed.
A higher speed can entail bigger movements.
33: Opening the sealing bar

This setting is available only on electrically powered machines.
Adjust this value so that the products are comfortably under the bar
and, if using the bridge, the lower bar must be under the conveyor.
34: Individual conveyor belts

Enable this function to run the machine as if it were a conveyor belt
(without film). Make sure the film is outside the sealing rollers before
enabling this function. When start is pressed the conveyors start
operating.
21: Next screen

Press this button to access the third page of product settings, screen
10.
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33
31
32
34
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12: Esc.
35: End adjustment

Use this button to access to additional pages (screens 11 and 12) for
specific settings.
36: Photocell selection

Select between the horizontal and vertical photocell.
Depending on the shape of the product it is possible to choose the
photocell that ensures the most constant detection.
In case of thin products, in most cases the vertical photocell is the best
choice, while for products which are close to each other, it is best to
use the horizontal one.
37: Bridge
This function allows processing products which remain still or that are
moved when the sealing bar passes.
If this function is enabled, this passage closes during feeding and
opens during sealing.
If the product allows working without this function, it is best to
deactivate it in order to reduce the cycle time.
Make sure that the sealing bar opening is wide enough so that the
lower sealing bar is not under the conveyor.
21: Next screen

Press this button to access the first page of product settings, screen 8.
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12
21
35
36
37
Photocell to be chosen: horizontal or vertical

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5.11: End adjustment 1 of 2 (screen 11)
12: Esc.
Use this button to return to product settings 3/3 (screen 10)
38: Restarting the sealing bar before the end of the cycle
If the sealing bar is in a higher position - in the case of a tall product -
the time necessary to pass this piece is reduced, and this restarts the
sealing bar before the end of the feeding cycle.
In this way, the feeding is paired to the sealing bar movement, thus
allowing to eliminate loss of seconds.
The value set here indicates the length of the packaging in percentage,
which brings forward the closing of the sealing bar.
In the case of a 200 mm long product, by setting the 10% value, the
sealing bar will start lowering in the last 20 mm of feeding distance.
Set the value so that the sealing bar does not hinder the product
during feeding.
If the sealing is carried out at the beginning of the following cycle, the
acceleration of the sealing bar may not be used. If one wants to use it,
reduce the intermediate speed so that the sealing cycle is carried out
at the end of the cycle.
39: Sealing bar waiting time during the cycle

In the case of normal cycle the conveyors stop, the sealing bar closes
and lifts all the way up and the cycle is restarted.
By setting a value here, the cycle restarts once the set time has
elapsed after the opening of the sealing bar.
Therefore, if the sealing bar opening time is 1 sec and a value of 0.5
sec is set, the gain is 0.5 sec per cycle. This is due to the fact that the
machine normally restarts when the sealing bar is completely open and
0.5 sec after the sealing bar starts to open.
Make sure the product does not come into contact with the sealing bar
at the beginning of the restarting cycle.
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Screen 11: End adjustment 1 of 2
12
38 21
39
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40: Starting the outfeed conveyor during waiting time

In normal condition the outfeed conveyor only starts when the sealing
bar is completely open.
By setting a time here, the outfeed conveyor starts before the bar is
completely open.
The principle is the same as the one applied for function 39.
Therefore, by setting a time of 0.5 sec, the outfeed conveyor starts 0.5
sec after the sealing bar begins to open.
By setting 0.6 sec in function 39, the first outfeed conveyor is started,
followed by the central one and then the sealing bar opens completely.
21: Next screen

Press this button to access the second page of end settings, screen 12.
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21
40
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5.12: End adjustment 2 of 2 (screen 12)
12: Esc.
Use this button to return to product settings 3/3 (screen 10)
41: Stopping the outfeed conveyor before sealing

In normal conditions, with tall products, the film is subjected to a lot of
stress, as it is stretched between the two products.
By setting a value equal to half the height, the outfeed conveyor stops
a little faster and the film bends slightly, thus decreasing the tension a
little.
42: Duration of the outfeed conveyor cycle

This is the time during which the outfeed conveyor keeps running once
the cycle is over.
If during this time the next product arrives, the time is interrupted.
This function is useful when the product stops right at the edge of the
tunnel. Increasing this value increases the conveyor's operation time.
43: Outfeed conveyor speed

This parameter allows accelerating or decelerating the outfeed and
central conveyors. It is thus possible to increase the tension of the film
for light products or decrease it for heavy products.
21: Next screen

Press this button to access the first page of end settings, screen 11.
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12
21
43
41
42
Output always running: last belt always running

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5.13: Product counter menu (screen 13)
12: Esc.
44: Product counter

Enable this function to activate the "counter value reached".
45: "Counter value reached"

It indicates the number of pieces the machine can pack before
stopping.
For example, if 10,000 pieces must be packed on a single pallet or if
after 100,000 pieces it is necessary to carry out a general maintenance
operation, the machine stops after the set value and a "counter value
reached" alarm is displayed.
46: Counted products

The number of products that were packed after the last reset is shown
here.
Keep the reset button pressed for 3 sec to reset the counter.
47: Speed
From here it is possible to visualize the current number of pieces per
minute, for the last minute.
Therefore the speed of the machine is only visible after 1 minute of
operation.
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Screen 13: Product counter menu
12
44
45
46
47
44. activate counting

45: COUNT UP TO : INSERT VALUE
46:COUNTED PIECES
47: PIECES PER MINUTE
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5.14: Alarms list (screen 14)
12: Esc.
Use this button to return to the last active screen.
48: Navigation
Use the arrow to navigate through the alarms.
49: ACK.
Use this button to remove non active alarms from the list.
Any alarm which is not removed is still active, and it is therefore
necessary to solve the problem.
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Screen 14: Alarms list
48
12 49
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5.15: Side sealing settings (screen 15)
This setting is available only on PE sealing machines.
12: Esc.
50: Heating during feeding

The set value is the maximum power percentage of the side blade.
This value is active if the film is moving.
The ideal value depends on the type of film. To find the correct value,
start from 20% and increase in steps of 5.
51: Heating during pause

The set value is the maximum power percentage of the side blade.
This value is active if the film is not moving.
The ideal value depends on the type of film. Set it at a value lower
than 5% of the "heating during feeding" value.
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Screen 15: Side sealing settings
12
50
51
Only for PE SEALING :

TEMPERATURE/ PERCENTAGE ON THE SIDE
SEALING WHILE WORKING AND WHILE WAITING
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6: Adjustments
6.1: Compressed air
Se the pressure at 6 bar by releasing the button / pulling it upward and

rotating it until the desired pressure is obtained, then lock it again
by pressing it downward.
After a while check the pressure and adjust it if necessary.
Make sure that any air that enters the machine is dry and lubricate
slightly it if necessary.
Air with water can damage the machine permanently.

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6.2: Safety photocell
When in pause, the photocell 1 LED must not be on. If it is, the
reason may be that the pressing devices 2 did not return to their
position or that the photocells are too low.
When in pause, the pressing devices must be on the rubber supports
3. If they are not, they can be manually brought back to their position.
The distance between the edges 4 of the pressing devices and the
photocell 1 must be roughly 3 mm
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6.3: Adjusting the conveyor belts
If the conveyor belts do not run correctly at the centre, it is possible to

adjust them by fastening or loosening the adjusting screw.
Before carrying out any adjustment, make sure that the machine is
levelled.
If the conveyor is more on the left, loosen the left screw or tighten the
right one, and vice versa.
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Carry out the adjustments in small steps and let the machine run for a
while and then check again until the conveyor permanently moves at
the centre of the roller.
Should the conveyor have moved and shows signs of wear because of
this, it is possible to trim it.
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6.4: Sealing bar pressure adjustment
3
1
Caution: This value is set when the machine is started up and must be
adjusted only if replacing the sealing bar.
Do not change the pressure, but wait for instructions from
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A mistake during setting can have permanent consequences.
1: Adjusting screw for increasing or decreasing the sealing pressure.

2: Upper bar locking screws.
3: Adjusting screw for aligning the sealing bar.
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6.5: Sealing unit temperature adjustment

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6.6: Perforation adjustment
For an ideal heat-shrinking it is necessary perforate the packaging so

that the air exits the package during the heat-shrinking phase.
It is possible to perforate by loosening the screw 1 and pressing
against the roller; a light pressure creates small holes, a heavier one
creates large holes.
Depending on the packaging it might be necessary to make one, two
or three holes.
The location can be determined autonomously by moving the
perforation along the axle.
The location depends on the product, but the best position is generally
in the centre.
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7: Troubleshooting
7.1: General remarks
The machine does not start

The primary switch is at OFF.
Primary or control fuse interrupted.
False contact in the cable or in the feeding connector.
No power.
Faulty primary switch.
The blue reset pilot light does not switch on

Press it once.
Emergency stop pressed.
Upstream or downstream machine unlock not present.
Operating voltage fuse interrupted.
Faulty pilot light.
Heat adjusters not working.

The reset is disabled.
Faulty fuse.
The touch screen does not switch on or respond

No power.
Faulty PLC fuse.
No PLC connection.
At start up the language of the touch screen is always English

When starting, wait until the message "connected to PLC" appears on
the upper part.
Wait for 2 minutes before touching the screen after starting.
The sealing bar is not hot

Faulty heating module.
Faulty thermocouple.
Faulty fuse.
Faulty solid state unit.
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The side sealing unit is not hot

Faulty heating module.
Faulty thermocouple.
Faulty fuse.
Faulty solid state unit.
The side sealing is uneven even though the temperature appears to be

correct.
Faulty upper roller heating module.
Insufficient tension on the tensioning rollers.
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7.2: Problems at start up and during manual control
The film pulling rollers do not start when the pendulum is operated.
The touch screen is not in "machine settings" position.
Pulling rollers are open.
Starting of cylinder rollers not confirmed.
No feeding in "Manual operation"

The machine has not been reset.
The side sealing rollers are open.
The pulling rollers are open.
Faulty servo-control.
The sealing bar does not close.

The machine has not been reset.
The safety valve is open.
Faulty sealing bar control.
Regulator alarm.
The sealing bar remains closed.

Cycle homing error.
Follow the attached procedure.
The upward movement of the machine does not work.

The maximum movement is underneath or above.
Wrong rotation direction. Check or set the direction upward.
Active thermal protection.
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7.3: Problems during production and automatic operation

settings.
The machine works in manual setting but not in automatic setting.

Safety screen not closed.
The side sealing rollers are open.
The film pulling rollers are open.
Side strip non correctly connected.
One alarm is active. Verify the alarms list.
The infeed conveyor moves and the product stops at the photocell.
Empty the machine using the manual control.
Empty the alarms list.
Press start and feed the products again
Everything works but the sealing bar does not seal.

Check the alarms list.
Remove all the products in manual operation.
Follow the attached procedure to reset the password of the machine.
The machine stops and the message "Side strip full or interrupted"
appears.
Check the photocell of the side strip winding.
Empty the side strip.
Check the alarms list.
Remove all the products in manual operation.
Follow the attached procedure to reset the password of the machine.
The sealing bar suddenly appears in the wrong position despite correct
adjustment.
Make sure that the detection is mode is still correct.
Verify the arrow direction for product centring.
The product reaches the photocell and the film keeps on unrolling.
Make sure the intermediate distance is not on the print pane.
Make sure the product is not trapped.
Verify photocell operation.
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7.4: Alarms list
Excessive sealing bar delay.

Go to 5.1.1. page 73, Restarting the sealing bar because the cycle is
too long.
Missing print pane marking (printed film)

The print pane option was involuntarily selected.
The photocell does not read the print pane marking.
Faulty servo-control
The central conveyor is overloaded.
Switch off the machine for 10 minutes and then restart it.
When this alarm appears always pause the machine for a while to
avoid further damages.
Air pressure too low

Check the air pressure (min. 6 bar).
Sealing bar product protection

The product is under the bridge.
Remove the product.
Carry out an empty cycle.
Restart the machine.
Temperature too low

Wait until the regulators reach the set temperature.
Empty or interrupted film reel

Check the film reel.
Check the unrolling of the film.
Check the film pendulum.
Side strip full

Check the side strip reel.
Open protection
Close the screen.
Check the door switch.
Faulty thermal protection
Switch off the machine for 10 minutes and then restart it.
When this alarm appears always pause the machine for a while to
avoid further damages.
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Faulty bridge, sealing cycle and photocell check

Check the photocells' safety plates.
Product under bridge during homing.
Bridge at starting point.
The bridge anticipated the homing photocell.
Product counter reset request

The counter of screen 5.13 page 7 is enabled and has reached the set
value.
Disable it and, if necessary, return to
counter reset in screen 5.13.
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8: Maintenance
8.1: General instructions
This procedure must be carried out for any routine maintenance,

cleaning and extraordinary maintenance interventions in order to
disconnect the machine from all power sources.
Press stop on the control panel.

Press the emergency button on the control panel.
Position the primary switch at OFF.
Remove the power connector from the socket.
Close the air outlet.
8.2 Cleaning the machine
The main and most important maintenance intervention on the

machine is cleaning.
Cleaning prevents dust and small parts from entering the bearings and
belts causing damage.
Operations to be carried out daily:

Use a dry compressed air jet to blow on the machine.
Clean the conveyors using a damp cloth.
Immediately remove the product that comes out.
Check the machine for small bits of film around the shafts or the
chains.
Clean the sealing bar using a soft wooden brush or a dry cloth
(warning: the sealing bar is hot).
Clean the metal screens using a damp cloth.
Check the compressed air tank every week to detect the presence of
water.
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8.3: Lubrication
Motor unit bearings

Frequency: every 3 months
Type:
Remark: Use a greasing pump
Film pendulum mechanism

Type:
Remark: Apply manually
Folding triangle shaft

Type:
Remark: Apply manually
Slides and side sealing unit bearings

Frequency: once a year
Type:
Slides and sealing bar bearings

Type:
Sealing bar motor hinges

Type:
Remark: At the joint
Sealing unit chain height adjustment

Frequency: once a year
Type:
Remark: Spray the whole chain
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8.4: Replacing the Teflon and the rubber in the lower bar
Rubber
Teflon
Lower bar
Set the opening of the bar at 100 mm and the sealing unit centring at
its maximum height so that it is easily accessible.
Teflon
Replace the Teflon parts once a week.
Remove the old Teflon and any glue residue.
Apply the new Teflon and accurately place the sides onto the lower
sealing bar.
Replacing the silicon rubber

Replace the rubber once a month.
Remove the old Teflon, the rubber and any glue residue.
Check the type and replace using the same type if possible.
Glue on a new Teflon strip.
8.5: Sealing unit check
Check all the sealing units once a week to detect the presence of film
residue and remove them using a dry cloth or a soft wooden brush.
Check the Teflon layer on the sealing unit once a month. In case of
damages, it can be re-clad by PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY.
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SHRINK TUNNEL 45T COMBINED WITH MACHINE
The photos contained in the manual are for illustration

purposes only and are not contractually binding.
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Interior view
1: Conveyor rollers
2: Air supply (in the TL model there are 2x4 adjustable valves)
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Maintenance
General instructions
This procedure must be carried out for any routine maintenance,

cleaning and extraordinary maintenance interventions in order to
disconnect the machine from all power sources.
Press stop on the control panel.

Press the emergency button on the control panel.
Position the primary switch at OFF.
Remove the power connector from the socket.
Cleaning the machine
The main and most important maintenance intervention on the

machine is cleaning.
Cleaning prevents dust and small parts from entering the bearings and
belts causing damage.
Operations to be carried out daily

Use a dry compressed air jet to blow on the machine.
Remove film residues from the grid and the bars.
Immediately remove the product that comes out.
Check the machine for small bits of film around the shafts or the
chains.
Clean the metal screens using a damp cloth.
Lubrication
Motor unit bearings

Type: heat-resistant grease
Feeding chain
Frequency: monthly
Type: heat-resistant oil for tunnels
Remark: Lubricate the chain on 3 tracks: left, centre and
right.
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Dichiarazione di conformità /CE CONFORMITY
9.1. DICHIARAZIONE CE DI CONFORMITA’

9.1. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
9.1. EG KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
9.1. DECLARATION CE DE CONFORMITE’
9.1. DECLARACION CE DE CONFORMIDAD
9.1.CE IZJAVA O USTREZNOSTI
Noi: PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY srl

We:
Wir: VIA DELL’ARTIGIANATO, 34
Nous: 36030 S. VITO (VICENZA) ITALY
Nosotros:
Mi:
dichiariamo sotto la nostra esclusiva responsabilità che il prodotto

declare under our responsibility that the product
erklären unter unserer ausschließlichen Verantwortung daß, das in dieser Erklärung genannte
Produkt
déclarions sous notre exclusive responsabilité que le produit
declaramos bado la nuestra esclusiva responsabilidad que el producto
izjavljamo pod polno odgovornostjo, da izdelek
macchina confezionatrice a film termoretraibile tipo:

thermoshrinkable film packing machine model:
Schrumpffolienverpackungsmaschine Typ:
machine confectionneuse à film thermoretractable modèle:
maquina confeccionadora con film termorretraibile tipo:
stroj za pakiranje v termokrćljivo folijo model:
Star Evo 500/600/800 000/00
è conforme a quanto prescritto dalle seguenti direttive e successive modifiche:

is in conformity with prevision of following directives and their modifications:
ist im vebereinstimmaung mit den Sicherheitszielen der Bestimmungen und Zuckünftige
warianten:
est en conformité avec les normatives prevues par les suivantes directives et successifs
modifications:
es conforme a cuanto previsto de la directiva y sucesives modificaciónes:
da ustreza naslednjim direktivam in njihovim spremembam :
1 Direttiva 2006/42 CE
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10 ALLEGATI
10.1 NOTE
10.2 DICHIARAZIONE CE
10.3 SCHEMI
10.1 NOTE
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STAREVOBM WITH SEPARATED TUNNEL

Important: read these instructions carefully.

When processing industrial material it is necessary to develop and strictly

Use and maintenance manual

Should any part be missing or damaged it is important to inform the

If any part is believed to be missing or damaged, we recommend

PREFERRED PACKAGING ITALY is willing to assist in any possible way

Preferred Packaging Italy guarantees each product against material

This guarantee cannot be transferred in case of sale.

Any faulty part covered by the guarantee must be sent to PREFERRED

This guarantee is not applicable should the material be tampered with,

This guarantee replaces any other guarantee. Other guarantees

Preferred Packaging declines any responsibility for damages deriving

Preferred Packaging gives a 1-year guarantee on parts;

1.3: Guarantee exclusions

1.- Conveyor belts

The following parts are to be considered as consumables and are

1.- Silicon gaskets

All the appropriate measures were taken in order to guarantee

Do not tamper with the electrical wiring. Only employ an authorized

To avoid injuries to people and/or damage to the machine, we

Keep hands away from moving parts or conveyor belts.

To reduce the possibility of injuries to a minimum, we recommend

Any modification to the electrical diagram or to the mechanical

The use of certain types of film during sealing and/or heat-shrinking

Even though the machine features protections for operators, it is still

2.1: Removing the packaging

2.2: Positioning and alignment

2.3: Power supply

2.4: Connecting compressed air

Connecting compressed air

The standard connection is

2.5: Starting the machine

3: Components and meanings

3.1: Front view of the machine

Openable from front: standard.

3.2: Back view of the machine

Openable from back: optional.

3.3: Film Dispenser Unit

1: Film reel supports

3.4: Infeed conveyor

1: Side guide (variable depending on the model)

3.5: Central conveyor

1: Bridge operation. Central belt is movable no need to have a fix

3.6: Outfeed conveyor

1: Outfeed belt conveyor (variable depending on the model)

3.7: Folding triangle

1: Vertical product detection

3.8: Side sealing

3.9: Sealing bar

1: Colums of sealing bar support

3.10: Control panel

MAIN SCREEN JUST SWITCHED ON THE ELECTRIC CABINET

3.11: Switch cabinet

1: Position of main electric panel including the PLC

3.12: Primary switch

3.13: Film exit – Film circulation