Adjustable case sealer with accuglide 3 taping heads (122 pages)
Summary of Contents for 3M Matic 8000a
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Instructions and Parts List 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Type 22100 Adjustable Case Sealer with AccuGlide 3 Taping Heads ™ Serial #: For reference, record machine serial number here. Important Safety Information BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT Read, understand and follow all safety and operating instructions.
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Replacement part informationa and pricing availabel on request There is a 15% restocking fee (per order) on returned parts Note: Outside of the United States, for replacement parts and ordering information please contact your local /regional 3M or 3M representitive. NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™...
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Replacement Parts and Service Information To Our Customers: This is the 3M-Matic /AccuGlide /Scotch equipment you ordered. ™ ™ ® It has been set up and tested in the factory with Scotch tapes. If any problems occur ® when operating this equipment and you desire a service call or phone consultation, call, write, or fax the appropriate number listed below.
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4.11 Box Weight and Size Capacities ......13 – 14 4.12 Machine and Packaged Machine Dimensions .....15 NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™...
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11.6 Run Boxes to Check Adjustment ......26 NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™...
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Drawings and Parts Lists ......43 – End of Manual Taping Head Information Manual 2: AccuGlide ™ 3 Taping Heads — 2 Inch or 3 Inch (See Manual 2 or 3 for Table of Contents) NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page xi 44-0009-2134-4...
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AccuGlide ..Trademark of 3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Scotch ..Trademark of 3M St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Drw... . Drawing Ex.
1. Introduction Manufacturing Specifi cations / Description / Intended Use The 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 Adjustable Case Sealer with AccuGlide ™ ™ Taping Heads is designed to apply a “C” clip of Scotch pressure-sensitive fi lm ® box sealing tape to the top and bottom center seam of regular slotted containers.
2. General Information 2.1 Data Identifying Manufacturer and Machine For Commercial Use Only Data for Technical Assistance and Service Agent/Distributor or Local After Sale Service: NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 3 44-0009-2134-4...
3M. A part will be presumed to have become defective after its warranty period unless the part is received or 3M is notifi ed of the problem no later than fi ve (5) calendar days after the warranty period. If 3M is unable to repair or replace the part within a reasonable time, then 3M at its option, will replace the equipment or refund the purchase price.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not Warning avoided, could result in death or serious injury and/or property damage. NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 5 44-0009-2134-4...
IMPORTANT! Cavity in the conveyor bed. jammed boxes from the machine while Never put your hands inside any part of the machine is running. the machine while it is working. Serious injury may occur (Figure 3-4). NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 6 44-0009-2134-4...
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- Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and jewelry away from box compression rollers. - Always feed boxes into the machine Figure 3-8 by pushing only from the end of box. NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 7 44-0009-2134-4...
- Allow only properly trained and qualifi ed - The operator must pay attention personnel to operate and service this to the blades during the tape equipment. replacement. NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 8 44-0009-2134-4...
The machine is equipped with two 1/6 HP gearmotors and comes with a 2.4m [8 foot] standard neoprene covered power cord and a grounded plug. Contact your 3M Representative for power requirements not listed above. 4.2 Operating Rate: Belt speed is 0.5m/s [100 F.P.M.] Actual production rate is dependent on operator’s dexterity.
“Special Set-Up Procedure” section of this manual. Refer to illustration/chart for box height range possibilities by adjusting machine upper frame and/or outer column positioning. NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 13...
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Special modifi cations may be available for carton sizes not listed on previous page. Contact your 3M Representative for information. Note: The case sealer can accommodate most boxes within the size range listed above. However, if the box length (in direction of seal) to box height ratio is .6 or less, several boxes should be test run to assure proper machine performance.
- Do not stack anything over the machine. - It is possible to stack a maximum Figure 5-4 of 2 machines (if they are in their original packing). NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 16 44-0009-2134-4...
- Special bag of laminated polyester/ aluminium/Polyethylene (sea freight package only) - Polyethylene protective material For the disposal of the above materials, please follow the environmental directives or the law in your country. . Figure 6-5 NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 17 44-0009-2134-4...
5 - For Outer Column Positioning - The columns are shipped in a lower position. To Adjust Columns - See Special Figure 7-3 Set-up Procedure (Section 11) . NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 18 44-0009-2134-4...
8.3.2 Emergency Stop The LATCHING EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON is located on the top center of the machine (Figure 8-3). Belt Direction Figure 8-3 NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 21 44-0009-2134-4...
− Allow only properly trained and qualifi ed • Have wire size 1.5mm dia. [AWG 16] personnel to operate and service this • Have a max. length 30.5m [100 ft] equipment. • Be properly grounded. NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 23 44-0009-2134-4...
70mm [2.75 inches] long tape legs. To change tape leg length to 50mm [2.0 inches], refer to Instructions below and also to Manual 2, “Removing Taping Heads Procedure - Changing the Tape Leg Length”. Figure 11-3 NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 24 44-0009-2134-4...
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5. Tighten the eight (8) screws and washers in each column. Also tighten two Set Screws (if applicable)(continued on next page) Note: Loosen but do not Remove Column Screws 305mm Min. Figure 11-7 NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 25 44-0009-2134-4...
Important – If drive belts are allowed to slip on box, excessive belt wear will occur. NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 26 44-0009-2134-4...
OFF (O) 1. Taping units blade guard switch on the main and disconnect 2. Latching emergency stop button electric power (Figure 12-3). 3. STOP (OFF) (O) main switch NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 27 44-0009-2134-4...
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Worn or missing friction rings Replace friction rings Drive belt tension too low Adjust belt tension Electrical disconnect Check power and electrical plug Motor not turning Evaluate problem and correct (continued on next page) NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 28 44-0009-2134-4...
The blade is not cutting tape properly Refer to tape cutting problems The tape is threaded incorrect Rethread tape Applying mechanism spring Move spring hook to next has too little tension tighter hole NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 29 44-0009-2134-4...
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13. Maintenance and Repairs (continued) 13.8 Box Drive Belt Replacement WARNING Note – 3M recommends the replacement of drive belts in pairs, especially if belts • To reduce the risk associated with are unevenly worn. mechanical and electrical hazards: 1. Crank the upper taping head to its - Read, understand, and follow all safety fully raised position.
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If torn, broken, or worn smooth, replace machine or taping heads. the rings (Figure 13-3). Figure 13-2 Box Drive Assembly (Infeed End) NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 33 44-0009-2134-4...
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To adjust belts, see “Maintenance – voltage: Drive Belts”, steps 3 and 7. - Turn electrical supply off and disconnect before performing any adjustments, maintenance or servicing the machine or taping heads. NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 34 44-0009-2134-4...
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Changing Tape Leg Length from See “Adjustments – Changing Tape 70 to 48mm [2-3/4 to 2 inches] – Manual 2 Leg Length” for taping head set-up. Figure 13-5 Removing Taping Heads From Case Sealer NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 35 44-0009-2134-4...
Use a fi re extinguisher that is rated for electrical fi res (Figure 14-2). Figure 14-2 15. Additional Information 15.1 Statement of Conformity 15.2 Emission of Hazardous Substances Nothing to report NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™ Dec 2023 Page 38 44-0009-2134-4...
• Figure Number In the event that any labels are damaged • Position or destroyed, they must be replaced to • 3M Part Number (11 Digits) ensure operator safety. A label kit, • Description part number 78-8137-7540-6, is • Quantity available as a stock item.
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Important – Not all the parts listed are normally stocked items. Some parts or assemblies shown are available only on special order. Contact 3M/ Tape Dispenser Parts to confi rm item availability NA-ENG 3M-Matic 8000a-8000a3 ™...