PSG-FT

OWNERS MANUAL

AMS-120FS
LABORATORY FITMENT SEALER

Developed by OLSON BROTHER ADVANCED MECHANIZED SYSTEMS

exclusively for PPi TECHNOLOGIES GLOBAL

Introduction

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The PSG FT fitment sealer is designed to seal fitments into film pouches. Seal jaw motion is
monitored and controlled by an Allen Bradley PLC controller. A dual channel heater controller allows the
two seal jaws to be monitored and controlled independently. The machine features sealed and/or shielded
stainless steel ball bearings in the mechanism ensuring long life and minimal maintenance. The PSG FT
can accommodate many different sizes and styles of fitments by fitting your machine with a
correspondingly designed set of seal jaws and fitment holder. Refer to sections (5) and (8) for machine
specifications and change parts technical data.

Contents
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

How to use this manual

Machine operation
Recommended maintenance procedures
Safety
Specifications
Electrical diagrams
Replacement parts
Change parts specifications
Changeover procedures
Troubleshooting guide

1. How to use this manual

This manual is intended to give a basic outline of the operation of the PSG FT fitment sealer. If
you do not feel comfortable operating this machine as described in this manual, contact PPi Technologies
for further information and technical assistance.
2. Machine operation
a. Setup
1. Remove contents of shipping crate and inspect for any damage. If any damage is found
contact shipping company immediately.
2. Place machine in location and remove the six (6) table mounting bolts found in the table
mounting brackets. Place table in position with countersunk bolt holes facing up. Fasten
table with bolts.
3. Remove back cover (4 bolts). Facing front of machine, remove left side cover (4 bolts).
4. Tip machine onto right hand side and fasten the four (4) vibration dampening feet to the
machine bottom with supplied fasteners.
5. Place machine in upright position and fit it with required set of seal jaws and fitment
holder as described in section (9).
6. Replace all covers and safety shields and plug machine into power source as required in
specifications section (5).
b. Controls and functions

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Refer to figures (2&3) for control panel layout and location.
a. (1) main power switch and emergency shut down.
b. (2) powers up machine PLC.
c. (3) on/off seal jaw heater controller.
d. (4) ok/edit seal duration.
e. (5) escape/save new value.
f. (6) edit seal jaw temperature.
g. (7) save new value.
h. (8) increase value.
i. (9) decrease value.
j. (10) and (11) when pressed simultaneously initiate seal jaw cycle.

Powering up machine.
a. Plug machine electrical cable into power source meeting machine requirements
outlined in section (5).
b. Twist (1) main power switch clockwise until it pops out.
c. Press (2) and green indicator light will turn on.

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Homing seal jaw mechanism.

Crank position proximity

sensor

a.
b.
c.

d.

Fig. 3.5
Power up machine.
Be sure the table is placed in the fully in, locked position. PLC display will
indicate STATUS OK.
Ensure crank position proximity sensor is oriented at a 45 deg. angle from
horizontal as shown in fig. 3.5. The position of the proximity sensor relates to
the stop position of the seal mechanism. If the seal mechanism does not stop in
the fully open position the crank proximity sensor may need adjustment.
Press (10) and (11) simultaneously to start cycle. Each time the seal jaw
mechanism cycles, the homing position of the seal jaws is monitored ensuring
that the seal jaws stop in the full open position allowing the fitment holder to
pull out with the table freely.

4.

Setting seal cycle duration:

a. Power up machine.
b. Press (4) two (2) times.
c. Duration can be set from 0.4-9.9 milliseconds in 100 millisecond intervals. Set
desired value using (8) and (9) keys, then press (4) once.
d. Press (5) to exit set duration mode and save entered value.

5.

Setting seal jaw temperature:

a. Press (3) on PLC to power up heater controller
b. Press (6) till heater controller display shows SP1 for top jaw temperature setting
or SP2 for bottom jaw temperature setting. Set desired temperature with (8) and
(9) keys then press (7) to save value. It is recommended that both seal jaws be
set at the same temperature for most applications.

3. Recommended maintenance procedures

a. The main mechanism crosshead bearing assembly should be lubed with NLGI class 1-2 grease
or paste with high load additives such as OKS 250 every month of continuous operation.
- To service crosshead:
1. Disconnect power cable from electrical power source
2. Remove the six (6) button head screws fastening the clear polycarbonate front shield to
the machine and set shield aside.
3. Using a clean towel, wipe away any buildup of old grease or debris from bearings and
contacting surfaces.
4. Apply a thin coat of fresh grease to bearings and contacting surfaces. Do not over
grease, only a thin surface coat is required.
5. Replace polycarbonate front shield and snug down fastening screws. Do not over tighten
screws as this could crack face shield.
6. Connect power cable and power up machine. Cycle machine several times to work fresh
grease evenly into mechanism.
4. Safety
a. Before performing service of any sort on your PSG FT:
1. Be sure you are familiar with the functions and operations of your machine.
2. Always disconnect machine from all electrical power sources.
3. Allow heated surfaces to cool or serious burns could result.
4. Contact a qualified service technician if you do not feel able to perform the required
service.
b. Locate and be sure to understand the safety symbols placed on your machine.

1.

indicates hot surface that could cause burns.

2.

indicates a pinch point that could crush body members.

3.
indicates an electrical shock hazard.
c. The PSG FT must be set up on a flat level surface that is able to support at least 75lbs.
d. Never sit, stand, or place heavy objects on machine table as this could cause the machine to tip
forward inflicting injury on the operator or others.
e. The machine should be operated by only one operator at a time.
f. Alteration of or disabling the double switch cycle start system could result in machine operator
injury.
5. Specifications
a. Electrical
1.
Main power: 120VAC; 60Hz; 15A
2.
Control power: 24VDC
3.
Seal jaw heating elements: 120VAC; 500W; 6.3A fuse
4.
Main control motor: 24VDC; 4A fuse

b. Mechanical
1.
2.
3.

Footprint: 12 wide, 14.645 long (25.645 overall length), 22 high

6 seal jaw width
Sealing jaw clamping force: 56-83lbs. (Adjusted with screw shown in fig. 4)

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6. Electrical diagrams

7. Replacement parts

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Ref.
Picture
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Part Description

Part No.

Power up switch
Green status light
Yellow status light

120E110
120E125
120E126

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Emergency stop switch

1/32 Din dual channel heater controller
Cycle enable switch
Table safety position switch
8mm bore link bearings
15mm bore cross head bearings
25mm bore main crankshaft bearings
0.375 bore rulon gas spring bracket bushings
Crank position proximity sensor
Main mechanism linear bearings
Table slide linear bearings
0.500 x 6.000 500W heater element
Heater fuses
Main drive motor fuse

120E132
120H122
120E112
120E135
120BR112
120BR115
120BR118
120BU112
120E140
120BL125
120BL126
120H125
120H128
120E144

8. Change parts specifications

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9. Changeover procedures
a. Disconnect machine from power source.
b. Remove back and left hand side panels.
c. Remove clear polycarbonate front shield.
d. Remove front shield located under the table.
e. Loosen the two fitment mandrel set screws shown in figure (4) and remove mandrel from
square socket.
f. Loosen thermocouple set screw shown in figure (5) and pull thermocouple out of jaw. Be
sure to keep track of which jaw the thermocouple goes with.
g. Loosen set screw on the front of the jaw.
h. Loosen the two jaw screws, see figure (6), with appropriate Allen key and remove jaws from
machine pulling heating element out of jaw.
i. Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

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Fig. 5

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Lower seal jaw screws are fastened in a

similar manner to bottom bar.

Fig. 6

10. Troubleshooting guide

Problem
Seal leaks around fitment

Table does not pull out completely

Seal jaws will not cycle when initiated

Pouch film sticks to seal jaw

Remedy
-Seal jaw temperature too low, increase
temperature.
-Seal cycle duration too short, increase seal cycle
duration.
- Seal jaws do not accurately match fitment profile,
be sure jaws are accurately manufactured.
-Fitment mandrel not mounted correctly.
- Seal jaws not fully open, home machine
mechanism (see section (2.b.3.)).
-Table not fully in the in position (PLC display
reads TABLE EXTENDED).
- If table is fully in, table position switch may have
malfunctioned.
-Temperature too high.
-Heavy film adhesive layer, apply Teflon anti-stick
seal jaw tape on seal jaws.

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