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CONTENTS

IDENTIFICATION OF THE ”USE INSTRUCTION MANUAL” 3. . . . . . . . . . . . .

OVERVIEW 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MANUFACTURER’S IDENTIFICATION 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TECHNICAL DATA OF THE CAPPING HEAD 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1. GENERAL WARNINGS 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2. GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.1. REFERENCE STANDARDS 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2. TERMINOLOGIES AND THEIR MEANINGS 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.3. EMPLOYER’S DUTY 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.4. PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATORS’ SAFETY 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3. HEADS ADJUSTMENT 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.1. TORQUE ADJUSTMENT 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2. CHECK AND CLEANING OF THE HEADS 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3. CAPPING HEADS OVERHAULING 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4. VP “A” CLOSURE GRIPPER 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.1. CLOSURE GRIPPER REPLACEMENT 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.2. ADJUSTMENT OF THE GRIP PRESSURE OF GRIPPER ON THE CAP 15. . . .

4.3. CHECK AND CLEANING OF CLOSURE GRIPPERS 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4. CLOSURE GRIPPER OVERHAULING 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5. VP “B”CLOSURE GRIPPER 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.1. CLOSURE GRIPPER REPLACEMENT 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .



5.4. CLOSURE GRIPPERS OVERHAULING 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6. VP “C” CLOSURE GRIPPER 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.1. CLOSURE GRIPPER REPLACEMENT 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .




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7. VP “D”CLOSURE GRIPPER 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.1. CLOSURE GRIPPER REPLACEMENT 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .




8. LUBRICATION 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.1. LUBRICANTS HOMOLOGATION ACCORDING TO USDA 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.2. GREASE TYPE CHARACTERISTIC 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9. PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10. PRODUCTION CHECKS 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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IDENTIFICATION OF THE ”USE INSTRUCTION MANUAL”The Use Instruction Manual is a document issued by AROL S.p.A. and it is a fundamental partof the capping head.

AROL S.p.A. forbids any total or partial duplication of this manual, as well as the disclosure ofits contents under any form.

This Use Instruction Manual describes in detail procedures concerning operation andmaintenance of capping head to be followed by Operators and Assistance Technicians.

PURPOSE OF THIS USE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

The purpose of this Use Instruction Manual is to supply all personnel interacting with thecapping head with all information necessary to properly use and maintain its optimumconditions, especially under maximum safety conditions.

The structure of this Manual allows to easily identify sections concerning Operators andAssistance Technicians (see terminology in sub--paragraph 2.2., page 5).

Each part of the manual concerning operators is marked by symbol

Each part of the manual concerning assistance technicians is marked by symbol

PRESERVATION

To properly preserve the Use Instruction Manual it is recommended to:

F Use the manual so that it is not deteriorated in any way

F Do not remove, add or revise any part of the manual; updating can only be carried out byAROL S.p.A.

F Keep this manual in a dry area, so that its duration cannot be affected

F Give the manual to any other user or following owner of the capping head

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OVERVIEWBefore any operation with or on the capping head, carefully read procedures andwarnings contained in this manual.Use instructions and maintenance of the capping head are fundamental parts of thecapping head itself and must be with it during the whole service, up to scrapping.AROL S.p.A. is not liable for any problem, breaking, accident, etc. due to ignorance (ornoncompliance) of regulations contained in thismanual. The same is deemed tobevalidfor any unauthorized change, variation and/or installation of accessory.

In particular, AROL S.p.A. is not held for responsible in case of damages arising from:

F Natural disasters.

F Wrong operations.

F No maintenance.

Moreover, AROL S.p.A. is not held responsible for any misuse of the capping head.

Use ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS only.

Do not wait for the complete wear of components; replacing the components when necessaryimplies a better operation of the capping head and savings since worse damages are avoided.

MANUFACTURER’S IDENTIFICATIONAROL S.p.A.Closure systems

Regione Secco, n° 7

14053 CANELLI (Asti) ITALY

Tel.: +39 0141 820500 (r.a.)

Fax: +39 0141 820555 (r.a.)

AROL S.p.A..’s Technical Assistance is available for Customers in order to solve any problemconcerning use and maintenance of capping heads.

Requests must be forwarded after careful analysis of problems and causes, specifying thefollowing:J malfunctioning explanation in detailJ all checks carried outJ all adjustments carried out and their effectsJ any other useful information

TECHNICAL DATA OF THE CAPPING HEAD

COMPONENTS YES NOVP321 head X

VP323 head X

VP”A” closure gripper X

VP”B” closure gripper X

VP”C” closure gripper X

VP”D” closure gripper X

1.GENERALWARNINGS

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1. GENERAL WARNINGSThis chapter contains some warnings allowing a correct use of the capping head withoutendangering operators and things.

Simple but clear graphic symbols have been selected, in order to simplify reference.

When operations describedmust be exclusively carried out as specifiedin order to prevent any MALFUNCTIONING OR DAMAGING OF THECAPPING HEAD the instructions mentioned in the manual are markedby the following symbol:

2. GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS

2.1. REFERENCE STANDARDSThe Italian laws referred to in this manual correspond to the standards in force issued by theEuropean Union. The referred to laws and the European corresponding standards arehereinafter listed:

D.P.R. 459/96 (Presidential Decree no. 459 dated 24/07/1996)

Regulations for the enforcement of 89/392/EEC, 91/368/EEC, 93/44/EEC and 93/68/EECdirectives concerning the realignment of laws of the member states concerning the machines.

Such directives and their updatings have been grouped by the European Union, withoutamendments, in the new 98/37/EEC directive.

D.Lgs. 626/94 (Government Decree Law no.626 dated 19/09/1994)

Enforcement of the 89/391/EEC, 89/654/EEC, 89/655/EEC, 89/656/EEC, 90/269/EEC,90/270/EEC, 90/394/EEC and 90/679/EEC directives concerning the improvement of safetyand health of workers on the work place.

2.2. TERMINOLOGIES AND THEIR MEANINGSThe following terminology is defined under the regulations in force:

DANGEROUS AREASAny area inside or close to the capping head potentially dangerous for safety and health ofpeople exposed to it.

PEOPLE EXPOSEDAny people completely or partially located in a potentially dangerous area.

OPERATORPerson or persons informed, instructed and trained in charge of using the capping head, takingcare of it and of equipment supplied.

ASSISTANCE TECHNICIANPerson or persons informed, instructed and trained in charge of transporting, installing,adjusting and carrying out maintenance (ordinary and extraordinary), as well as repairing thecapping head.

EMPLOYER (OR USER)Person legally held for responsible for the capping head.

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2.3. EMPLOYER’S DUTY

WARNING:

In addition to the following regulations, the employer must comply with the regulationin force concerning personnel safety and health at work

The employer or a representative must inform, instruct and train operators and assistancetechnicians about what follows

J Safety regulations

J Specific instructions for the use and maintenance of the capping head.

When the training is completed the employer must make ure that operators and technicianshave understood the above--mentioned points and ask them to sign the “Training declarationsheet” inclosed to this manual.

Only these operators and assistance technicians can work on the capping head.

The employer or a representative must supply for D.P.I. (Individual Protection Devices)necessary for all the operations on the capping head requiring them (maintenance, cleaning,ecc.)

2.3.1. INFORMATION

GeneralFrom Law Decree 626/94 paragraph IV art. 21 sub--paragraph 1The employer must inform the employee about the following:

1) safety and health risks connected to the general corporate activity;

2) prevention activities and measures adopted,

3) specific risks he/she is exposed to in connection with the activity carried out, safetyregulations and corporate rules about this subject;

4) dangers connected to the use of dangerous substances or compounds on the basis ofsafety data sheets required by the regulations in force and by proper technical rules.

Use of working equipmentFrom Law Decree 626/94 paragraph III art. 37 sub--paragraphs 1--2

1) The employer must ensure that, for each working tool available, all information and useinstructions are issued to employees in charge, as necessary for safety and concerningthe following:

H use conditions of equipment also on the basis of conclusions drawn from experienceacquired during the use of these working equipment;

H abnormal situations to be expected.

2) Information and use instruction must be clear to the employees involved.

Use of Individual Protection DevicesFrom Law Decree 626/94 paragraph IV art. 43 sub--paragraph 4 points c--eThe employer:

J must supply for clear instructions to the employees,

J must preliminary inform the employeeabout riskshe/she is protected fromby the IndividualProtection Device.

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2.3.2. INSTRUCTIONS

General

From Law Decree 626/94 paragraph IV art. 22

1) The employer ensures that each employee is sufficiently and properly informed aboutsafety and health, with special reference to his/her job and tasks.

2) Instructions are given at:

H hiring;

H transfer or change of tasks;

H introduction of new working equipment or technologies, new substances ordangerous compounds.

3) Instructions are routinely repeated with reference to the evolution of risks, i.e., when newrisks appear.

Use of working equipment

From Law Decree 626/94 paragraph III art. 38 sub--paragraph 1.

The employer ensures that:

J employees in charge of using working equipment are properly instructed about their use

J employees in charge of using working equipment requiring special knowledge andresponsibility are adequately and specifically instructed in order to be able to use theseequipment safely and properly, also considering any risk caused by other persons.

Use of Individual Protection Devices

From Law Decree 626/94 paragraph IV art. 43 sub--paragraph 4 point g:

The employer:

J ensures proper instruction to and organised, if necessary, special training courses aboutthe correct use and practice of Individual Protection Devices.

2.3.3. TRAINING

Training implies the understanding of the correct use of the machine, thus performingobligations provided for by the Law Decree 626/94 listed above (sub--paragraphs 2.3.1. and2.3.2. information and instructions).

2.4. PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATORS’ SAFETY

WARNING:

Useofcappinghead isonly allowed toqualifiedoperators, beingphysically andmentallyskilled, as well as properly instructed and trained.

People who take alcohol, drugs or medicines giving somnolence are not allowed to usethis capping head.

3.HEADSADJU

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Fig. 1 Adjustment of the torque

B

A

D

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3. HEADS ADJUSTMENT

3.1. TORQUE ADJUSTMENT

If one should note an excessive, or poor, screwing of the cap, it is possible to adjust the head’storque based on a predeterminated scale engraved on the head’s body.

To adjust the head proceed as follows:

n loosen the locking nut (A)

n loosen the locking grub screw (B)

n rotate the body of the head (C) up to obtain the desiredtorque. The numbers engraved on the head’sbody expressthe torque in Pound x Inch.

n screw the locking grub screw (B) checking that it fits into oneof the seats (D) of the head’s body.

n lock the nut (A)

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Fig. 2 Vertical load spring removal for capping head

D

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3.1.1. VERTICAL LOAD ADJUSTMENT

To proceed with adjustment of the vertical load it is necessary to replace the vertical load spring(compensation spring):

n Push the head’s body upwards (A) and rotate it in the counter--clockwise direction.

n The main body of the head (A) will unthread downwards

n Unthread the compensation spring (D)

n Replace it with one suitable for the vertical load desired.

Springs available for the vertical load are39 -- 78 -- 157 -- 235 -- 314 N.

n Proceed with the reassembling of the capping head.

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3.2. CHECK AND CLEANING OF THE HEADS

3.2.1. HEADS CLEANING

At every shift (every 8 hours) it is sufficient to clean capping heads with proper cloths (do notuse water or liquids).

NOTE:

If compressed air is used (it isnot recommended) it is necessary to wear protection gloves, earplug and glasses; be very careful for people near the capping turret

3.3. CAPPING HEADS OVERHAULING

3.3.1. DISASSEMBLY

NOTE:

Disassembly wrenches are supplied

n Unscrew the closure gripper

NOTE:

Remove the head of the capping turret using the supplied key (K) and be very carefull, do notlet fall the central pin of the piston, it slides out with the head.

Fig. 3 Closure head removal

K

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3.3.2. SPRING OVERHAUL

n Open the head as described below:

H push the head’s body upwards (A) and rotate it in the counter--clockwise direction.

H the head body will unthread downwards

n Unthread the compensation spring (B).

n Remove the seeger (C) and unthread the ejector rod (D) with the spring (E).

n Check the state of wear of springs, if it is necessary replace them.

n Before remounting, regrease with FIN FOOD GREASE 2 grease USDA -- H1

type--tested (see paragraph 8.1. page 30).

Fig. 4 Capping head dismounting

B

A

C

D

E

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3.3.3. MAGNETIC RING OVERHAUL

n Loosen the nut (G) and remove the grub screw (H).

n Unscrew and remove the ring nut (I) with the lower magnet holder ring.

n Place the supplied wrench (L) in such way that the tooth of the wrench fits in one of thethree holes of the magnet holder ring (M).

n Unscrew the screws of the upper magnet holder ring (M) and remove it.

n Check the state of wear of magnets and, if it is necessary, replace the damaged or wornones

Fig. 5 Magnetic ring removal

G

H

I

L

L

M

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3.3.4. BEARINGS OVERHAUL

n Dismount the bearing inside the coupling bush (see a) Fig. 6) removing the seeger (U), thewasher (V) and unthreading the bearing (Z).

n Dismount the bearing inside the head’s body (see b) Fig. 6), removing the seeger (N), withpincers.

n Extract the magnet holder ring supporting bush (O) with the bearing (P) from the head’sbody (Q).

n To extract the bearing (P) it needs to reinsert the wrench (L) on the bush (O) and screwthree hexagonal counter sunk head screws into the holes of the wrench

n Using the supplied wrench (R), remove the bearing locking ring nut (S) and remove thebearing (P)

n Check the state of wear of bearings and, if it is necessary , replace the damaged or wornones.

n Before remounting grease with FIN FOOD GREASE 2 grease USDA -- H1

type--tested (see paragraph 8.1. page 30).

3.3.5. REMOUNTING

Remount by performing the listed above operations in reverse way, taking care to clean andre--grease all the moving parts (in particular spring)

Fig. 6 Capping head overhaul

N

O

O

P

Q

P

L

S

R

L

UV

Z

a)

b)

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4. VP “A” CLOSURE GRIPPER

4.1. CLOSURE GRIPPER REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

Dismounting wrenches are supplied.

n Unscrew the nut (A) and the grub screw (B)

n Rotate the body of the head (C) until it is possible to insert the wrench (D) into the hole (E).

n Using the wrench for the ring nut (D) inserted into the hole (E) and the fitted hexagonalwrench (G) inserted into the seats (H) remove closure gripper. If gripper is locked, it issufficient to give a light stroke on the handle of the wrench (G).

n Replace closure gripper with the suitable one for the new type of cap to handle.

n Reposition the body of the head (C) to the correct working torque.

n Relock the grub screw (B) and the nut (A)

Fig. 7 Closure gripper replacement

H

E

D

G

A

B C

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4.2. ADJUSTMENT OF THE GRIP PRESSURE OF GRIPPER ONTHE CAP

n Unscrew the gripper of the capping head as described in paragraph 4.1. page 14.

NOTE:


n Unscrew locking grub screws (D)

n Loosen the ring nut (E) to decrease the gripper pressure.

n Screw the ring nut (E) to increase the gripper pressure.

Fig. 8 Adjustment of grip pressure

E D

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4.3. CHECK AND CLEANING OF CLOSURE GRIPPERS

4.3.1. GRIPPERS CLEANING

At every shift (every 8 hours) it is sufficient clean closure grippers (do not use water or liquids)and, if there are caps shavings inside grippers, remove them with a dust extractor.

NOTE:

If compressed air is used (it is not recommended) it is necessary to wear protection gloves, earplug and glasses; be very careful for people near the capping turret

4.3.2. GRIPPERS CHECK

n Unscrew the closure gripper from the capping head as described in paragraph 4.1.page 14.

n Check if the ring nut (B) is locked.

n Check the efficiency of spring (C) and, if necessary, replace it.

n Rescrew the gripper on the closure head.

Fig. 9 Grippers check

B

C

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D

H

C

I

E

L

M

N

F

G

O

P R

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4.4. CLOSURE GRIPPER OVERHAULING

4.4.1. DISMOUNTING

NOTE:


n Unscrew closure gripper from the capping head asdescribed in paragraph 4.1. page 14.

n When the gripper is dismounted, push the rod (O) to theend

n Measure with a gauge and write down the distance (A)

n Unscrew the bush (F) and the nut (G).

n Measure with a gauge and write down the distance (B)

n Unscrew the the locking grub screw (C)

n Unscrew the bush (D)

n Unthread the spring (E) and, if necessary, replace it.

n Unscrew the hexagonal counter sunk head screws (H)

n Remove the locking ring (I).

n Unscrew the fixing screws (L)

n Unthread gripper (3 parts) (M) with the guidingbush (N) and the gripper opening pin (O)

n If necessary, remove the seeger (U), thewasher (V) and extract the bearing (Z)

n Check the state of wear of all componentsand if it is necessary replace them.

NOTE:

If it is necessary to remove only the cap grippingring (P) (made up of 3 pieces) it needs to unthread thehexagonal counter sunk head screws (R)

4.4.2. MOUNTING

Remount proceeding in the reverse way to whatdescribed for the dismount, taking care to regeneratedistances (B) and (A)

Clean and regrease all parts using

FIN FOOD GREASE 2 grease.

For the correspondance among lubricants see GreaseTable indicated in paragraph 8.2. page 30

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5. VP “B”CLOSURE GRIPPER


NOTE:

Dismounting wrench are supplied.



n Using the wrench for the ring nut (D) inserted into the hole (E) and the wrench for ring nuts(G) inserted into seats (H) remove the closure gripper. If the gripper is locked, it is sufficientto give a light stroke on the handle of the wrench (G).


n Reposition the body of the head (C) to the correct working torque



H

E

D

G

A

B C

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n Unscrew gripper of the capping head as described in paragraph 5.1. page 18.

NOTE:






E D

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NOTE:



n Unscrew closure gripper from the capping head as described in paragraph 5.1. page 18.



n Rescrew gripper on the closure head.


B

C

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C

L

D

I

E

H

N

P

F

G

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5.4. CLOSURE GRIPPERS OVERHAULING

5.4.1. DISMOUNTING

NOTE:


n Unscrew closure gripper from the capping head asdescribed in paragraph 5.1. page 18.


n Measure with a gauge and write down the distance (A)n Unscrew the bush (F) and the nut (G).n Measure with a gauge and write down the distance (B)n Loosen locking grub screw (C).n Unscrew the bush (D).n Unthread the spring (E) and, if necessary, replace it.n Using the wrench (H) inserted into seats (I) unscrew

the locking ring (L).n Unthread gripper (3 pieces) (M) with the fixing

star--wheel (N), guiding bush (O) and gripper openingpin (P).

n If necessary, remove the seeger (U), the washer (V)and extract the bearing (Z)

n Check the state of wear of all components and if it isnecessary replace them.

5.4.2. MOUNTING

Remount proceeding in the reverse way towhat described for the dismount, taking careto regenerate distances (B) and (A)Clean and regrease all parts using

FIN FOOD GREASE 2 grease

For the correspondance among lubricants seeGrease Table indicated in paragraph 8.2.page 30

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6. VP “C” CLOSURE GRIPPER


NOTE:




n Using thewrench for the ring nuts (D) inserted into the hole (E) and the wrench for ring nuts(G) inserted into seats (H) remove the closure gripper. If the gripper is locked, it is sufficientto give a light stroke on the handle of the wrench (G).





H

E

D

G

A

B C

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NOTE:






E D

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NOTE:







Fig. 17 Gripper check

B

C

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C

I

D

E

H

N

F

G

O

PR

U

Z

V

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6.4.1. DISMOUNTING

NOTE:




n Measure with a gauge and write down the distance (A)n Unscrew the bush (F) and the nut (G).n Measure with a gauge and write down the distance (B)

n Loosen locking grub screw (C).

n Unscrew the bush (D).


n Unscrew screws (H)

n Remove the locking ring (I).

n Unthread gripper (3 parts) (M) with guiding bush (N)and gripper opening pin (O)

n If necessary, remove the seeger (U), the washer (V)and extract the bearing (Z)

n Check the state of wear of all components and if it isnecessary replace them.

NOTE:

If it is necessary to remove only the caps gripping ring (P)(made up of 3 pieces) it is necessary to unscrewhexagonal counter sunk head screws (R)

6.4.2. MOUNTING

Remount proceeding in the reverse way towhat described for the dismount, taking careto regenerate distances (B) and (A)Clean and regrease all parts using


For the correspondance among lubricants seeGrease Table indicated in paragraph 8.2. page 30.

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7. VP “D”CLOSURE GRIPPER


NOTE:




n Using the wrench for the ring nut (D) inserted into the hole (E) and the wrench for ring nuts(G) inserted into seats (H) remove the closure gripper. If the gripper is locked, it is sufficientto give a light stroke on the handle of the wrench (G).





H

E

D

G

A

B C

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NOTE:






E D

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NOTE:

If compressed air is used (it is not recommended) it is necessary to wear protection gloves, earplug and glasses; be very careful for people near the capping turret.







B

C

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D C

E

L

N

F

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7.4.1. DISMOUNTING

NOTE:



n When the gripper is dismounted, push the rod (O) to the endn Measure with a gauge and write down the distance (A)n Unscrew the grub screw (H), the bush (F) and the nut (G).n Measure with a gauge and write down the distance (B)

n Loosen locking grub screw (C).

n Unscrew the bush (D).


n Unscrew fixing screws (L)

n Unthread gripper (3 parts) (M) with the guiding bush (N) and gripper opening pin (O)

n Check the state of wear of all components and if it is necessary replace them.

NOTE:

If necessary remove only the caps gripping ring (P) (made up of 3pieces) it is necessary to unscrew hexagonal counter sunk headscrews (R).

7.4.2. MOUNTING

Remount proceeding in the reverse way to whatdescribed for the dismount, taking care toregenerate distances (B) and (A).Clean and regrease all parts using


For the correspondance among lubricants seeGrease Table indicated in paragraph 8.2. page 30.

8.LU

BRICATION

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8. LUBRICATION

To lubricate its capping heads, Arol S.p.A uses the following grease:

J FIN FOOD GREASE 2 type--tested USDA -- H1

8.1. LUBRICANTS HOMOLOGATION ACCORDING TO USDA

In the U.S.A, the most strict rules and regulations about the food industry are enforced. UShomologations for lubricants which could be used in food and pharmaceutical industry areacknowledged at international levels

The homologation that ackowledges a product as food lubricant (Food grade lubricant) orspecial food industry lubricant is issued by USDA (United States Department ofAgriculture=Competent authority for agriculture). A condition for a food lubricant homologationis the demonstration that this lubricant has only substances to satisfy purity requirements ofGuidelines of security 21 CFR 178.3570 of FDA (Food and Drug administration=Competentauthority for foodstuffs and drugs). FDA issued a positive list of rawmaterials that could be usedin food lubricants formulas only.

According to USDA the homologation provide two cathegories: USDA -- H1 and USDA -- H2

J H1 these initials mark Food grade lubricants which are lubricants that could beused in every friction points of food and pharmaceutical industry machine andequipements, in which contacts between lubricantsand food considered technically inevitable

J H2 these initials mark lubricants recommended for general use in food andpharmaceutical industry, supposing that there are no contacts with food

8.2. GREASE TYPE CHARACTERISTIC

GREASE

Densitya 20° Cg/cm3

ca.

Temperatureuse°C

ca.

Working pen-etrationDIN ISO2137ca.

Droppoint

DIN ISO2175°Cca.

Apparentdinamic vis-

cosity(mPa s)

1)ca.

FIN FOOD GREASE 2 0.91 from--20 to 150 without

1) at 25 °C e gradient speed 300 s--1

9.PROBLEMSANDSOLUTIONS

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9. PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

The cap screws badlyonto the bottle.

Incorrect closure grippers Use grippers suitable to the cap tohandle

Caps fragments intogrippers

Eliminate fragments into closuregrippers

Broken compensationspring

Replace broken broken spring witha new one. For replacement seeparagraph 3.3.2. at page 11.

The thread of the bottle andthe cap do not conform.

Check the correct correspondencebetween the bottle to handle andcaps to use

The cap is not com-pletely screwed on.

There is insufficient mag-netic clutching.

Increase the closing torque of thehead. For adjustment see sub--chapter relevant installed cappinghead

The caps slide in the clo-sure grippers

Check the wear of the grippers. Ifnecessary replace the grippers.g ppCheck that the closure grippers issuitable for the cap to be handled,if necessary replace the pincer witha suitable one.

Springs of heads are notworking.

Find the head with worn spring andreplace the spring. For replacementsee relevant sub--chapter about in-stalled capping heads.

Push the head body upward. It isnecessary to notice the elasticreaction of compensating spring

The cap is screwed tootightly.

Excesive magnetic friction Decrease the closing torque of thehead. For adjustment see para-graph relevant about installed cap-ping heads

Problems in cap dis-tribution.

The caps fall from the cap-ping head.

Insufficient grip pressure ofgrippers Adjust the grip pressure ofgrippers as described in paragraphabout the closure gripper installed

10.

PRODUCTIONCHECKS

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10. PRODUCTION CHECKS

DATA TABLE FOR CLOSURE APPLICATION

The use of the following table it is useful to check during the time the correct bottles cappingand the efficiency of the capping turret.

WARNING:

The capping check must be carried out after every hour of production.

For the compilation of the table proceed as follows: (see the example table at page 35):

a) Indicate, at the top of the table:

n the diameter of the container

n the volume of the container in litres

n the type of cap used

n the number of bottles per minute

n the number of capping turret heads

b) Indicate in the ”removal torsion” table:

n the reading given by the torquemeter, checking each individual bottle and, in the finalcolumn, the average value(eg: the values of the bottles 1, 13 and 25 are 20, 18 and 19respectively with an average value of 19 Lbs x inch).

n the reading given by the torquemeter, checking each individual bottle and, in the finalcolumn, the average value(eg: the values of the bottles 1, 13 and 25 are 20, 18 and 19respectively with an average value of 19 Lbs x inch).

The general average value, given by the example table is about 20 Lbs x inch.

If one or more of the values is distant from the average (in the example, bottles 4 and 7), checkthe torsion and functioning of the relevant heads (N° 4 and 7).

To adjust the heads see the relevant sub--chapter.

NOTE:

The values given in the example table are only examples. Adhere to the specific datagiven by the manufacturers of the caps.

10.

PRODUCTIONCHECKS

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COSTUMER: AROL DATE: 29-02-1999

DATA TABLE FOR CLOSURE APPLICATION

Capping turret model: EURO VP Serial number: xxxx

Bottles j P.E.T. j Glass j P.V.C. Type of bottle: ∅ 80 1 lt.

Caps j ∅ 28 j ∅ 32 j ∅ ....... Type of cap:

Static torsion of the head: Bottle/min.: 300

Compensation spring Kg.: 24 Ejector spring Kg.: 10 Type of gripper:

REMOVAL TORQUE REMOVAL TORQUENº

Bottles1-12 13-24 25-36 AVERAGE

NºBottles

AVERAGE STAT.

Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch

1 20 18 19 19 12 18 17 19 18 23 22 19 18 19,5 34 20* 28* 24* 24* 45 21 22 19 20,5 56 19 20 18 19 67 10* 9* 14* 11* 78 19 20 22 20,5 89 21 19 18 19,5 910 20 21 22 21 1011 22 20 19 20 1112 20 22 18 20 1213 1314 1415 1516 1617 1718 1819 1920 2021 2122 2223 2324 2425 2526 2627 2728 2829 2930 30

AVERAGE AVERAGE

VARIAT.min.max.

VARIAT.min.max.

NOTE: General average value of about 20 lbs.x inch* Heads nº 4 and 7 are outside of the average - to be controlled

CUSTUMER: DATE:

DATA TABLE FOR CAP APPLICATION

Capping turret model : Serial number:

Bottles made of j P.E.T. j Glass j P.V.C. Type of bottle:

Caps: j ∅ 28 j ∅ 32 j ∅ ....... Type of caps:

Static torsion of the heads: Bottles/min.:

Compensating spring Kg.: Expeller spring Kg.: Type of cone:

REMOVAL TORQUE REMOVAL TORQUENº

Bottles1-12 13-24 25-36 AVERAGE Nº

BottlesAVERAGE STAT.

Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch Lbs x inch

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

6 6

7 7

8 8

9 9

10 10

11 11

12 12

13 13

14 14

15 15

16 16

17 17

18 18

19 19

20 20

21 21

22 22

23 23

24 24

25 25

26 26

27 27

28 28

29 29

30 30AVERAGE AVERAGE

VARIAT.min.max.

VARIAT.min.max.

NOTES:

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REPORT OF THE TRAINING FOR THE CAPPING HEAD

VP CAPPING HEADManufacturing year 2002Manufacturer AROL S.p.A.

On_________at the Company__________from_______to__________

a training course concerning the use of the capping head has been held.

Trainer/s Mr ___________________________________

___________________________________

___________________________________

___________________________________

The subjects dealt with are the ones included in the User and Maintenance

Manual enclosed to the capping head

Practical training on the capping head was foreseen: yes no

Attendees to the course:

NAME CHARGE SIGNATURE

The Attendee’s signature implies the understanding of the dealt with subjects

Trainer/s signature/s ___________________________________

___________________________________

___________________________________

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