DRYER

VENTUM
Operating manual
ENG
Translation of the German original

Edition 1.01 / 2021 # 3314433

SPGPrints
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Supplier:

SPGPrints Austria GmbH

Address: Kufsteiner Straße 4
A - 6336 Langkampfen
Austria
Tel.: +43 (0)5372 / 6993 - 0
Fax: +43 (0)5372 / 6993 - 54
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: www.spgprints.com

© 2021 This document and its contents are protected by copyright.

The customer is exclusively entitled to use and reproduce it within the scope of intended purpose.

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Contents
1 Document Status .......................................................................................................... 6

2 General Data ................................................................................................................. 7

2.1 General Information........................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Technical Data ............................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Ventum Overview ........................................................................................................... 8
2.4 Textile Dryer Subsections .............................................................................................. 9
2.4.1 Substrate Infeed ............................................................................................................. 9
2.4.2 Inner Area ..................................................................................................................... 10
2.4.3 Dryer Access Door Inner Area ..................................................................................... 11
2.4.4 Substrate Outfeed ........................................................................................................ 12
2.4.5 Control Cabinet ............................................................................................................ 13
2.4.6 Air Circulation Drive...................................................................................................... 14
2.4.7 Suction Connection ...................................................................................................... 14
2.4.8 1-Pass Operation / 3-Pass Operation / 5-Pass Operation (Optional) .......................... 16
2.4.9 Operation of the Dryer .................................................................................................. 16
2.4.10 Loading Substrate ........................................................................................................ 16
2.5 Intended Purpose ......................................................................................................... 17
2.6 Possible Misuse ........................................................................................................... 17

3 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 19
3.1 Advice in this Document ............................................................................................... 19

4 Safety Measures ......................................................................................................... 21

4.1 Covers .......................................................................................................................... 21
4.2 Interlocking of the Safety Door ..................................................................................... 21
4.3 When Using Gas Burners as a Heat Source: Exhaust Air Monitoring ......................... 22
4.4 Temperature Monitoring ............................................................................................... 22
4.5 Emergency Stop ........................................................................................................... 22
4.6 Mains Disconnection Device (Main and Maintenance Switches) ................................ 23
4.7 Fire Protection .............................................................................................................. 23

5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ..................................................................... 24

5.1 Hot Surfaces ................................................................................................................. 24

6 Residual Risks ............................................................................................................ 25

6.1 Maintenance Work ....................................................................................................... 25
6.2 Hot Surfaces ................................................................................................................. 25
6.3 Electrical Energy .......................................................................................................... 26

7 Cleaning, Maintenance, Servicing ............................................................................ 27

7.1 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................... 27
7.2 Maintenance and Fault Clearance / Hazardous Situations .......................................... 27
7.2.1 Lint Filter ....................................................................................................................... 29
7.2.2 Rectifier Gates and Nozzle Boxes ............................................................................... 30
7.2.3 Heating Register Electrical Heating ............................................................................. 31
7.2.4 Combustion Chamber (Wear Part) ............................................................................... 31
7.2.5 Burner Service by a Weishaupt Service Employee ..................................................... 32
7.2.6 Flange Bearings Inside the Hot Area ........................................................................... 32
7.2.7 Flange Bearings Outside the Hot Area ........................................................................ 33
7.2.8 Substrate Guidance Synchronization ........................................................................... 34
7.2.9 Carrier Belt Cleaning .................................................................................................... 34
7.2.10 Cleaning the Infeed and Outfeed Slots ........................................................................ 35
7.2.11 Emergency Stop Button Test ....................................................................................... 35
7.2.12 Control Cabinet Air Filter .............................................................................................. 36
7.3 Repair and Maintenance .............................................................................................. 36
7.3.1 Checking / Replacing the Conveyor Belt...................................................................... 37

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7.4 Wear Parts ................................................................................................................... 44

8 Transport ..................................................................................................................... 45
8.1 Packaging ..................................................................................................................... 46
8.2 Intermediate Storage .................................................................................................... 46

9 Installation / Dismantling ........................................................................................... 47

9.1 General ......................................................................................................................... 47
9.2 Installation Site ............................................................................................................. 47
9.3 Electrical Connection.................................................................................................... 49
9.4 Exhaust Air Connection ................................................................................................ 49

10 Commissioning .......................................................................................................... 52

11 Further Points for Safe Operation and Working with the Machine ....................... 54

12 References and Information in Relevant Standards ............................................... 55

13 Exclusion of Liability ................................................................................................. 56

14 Copyright .................................................................................................................... 56

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1 Document Status

Version: 1.01

Creation Date: 18.10.2021

Type Plate (Example)

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2 General Data

2.1 General Information

The dryer is a hot air dryer for printed textile substrate. The printed textile substrate is
transported over rollers into the interior of the dryer by means of a carrier belt. Inside the
dryer, the textile substrate is blown with warm air from several perforated nozzles and then
wound onto a roll, for example, behind the dryer outfeed. The dryer has been developed
according to the regulations that apply within the EU. The dryer is intended for drying textile
substrates printed with water-soluble ink which must be free of any impurities and, above
all, free of any solvents that could evaporate during the drying process.

2.2 Technical Data

Technical Data

Operating voltage: 3x 400 VAC – 50 Hz

Control circuit: 24 VDC / 230 VAC

Drying temperature: max. 130 °C

Number of operating stations 1

Net weight of the machine 2400 kg

Maximum substrate width: 1900 mm

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2.3 Ventum Overview

01
02

03

Illustration 1, Dryer Overview

No. Designation
01 Substrate Infeed
02 Section Part
03 Substrate Outfeed

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2.4 Textile Dryer Subsections

The substrate dryer consists of three sections: substrate infeed, section part and substrate
outfeed.

2.4.1 Substrate Infeed

The textiles are automatically conveyed into the interior of the dryer by means of a carrier
belt.

Illustration 2, Substrate Infeed

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2.4.2 Inner Area

The inner area of the dryer consists of the air intake (1), lint filter (2), air nozzles (3) and
conveyor belt (4).

03

04

03

01
02

Illustration 3, Air Intake, Lint Filter, Air Nozzles and Conveyor Belt

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Access to the inner area for cleaning or maintenance is via a door on the side of the machine.

2.4.3 Dryer Access Door Inner Area

02
02

01 03

03
01

Warning of
hot
surfaces

Illustration 6, Access Door Illustration 7, Emergency Release

Three locks (1) and safety switches (2) are fitted on the outside of each side.
There are three levers (3) fitted on the inside of each so that the door can also be unlocked
from the inside.

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2.4.4 Substrate Outfeed

Warning of
hot
surfaces

Illustration 8, Substrate Outfeed

The substrate outfeed forms the end of the machine. The substrate can be fed out of the
machine through two slots. The unused slot must be completely closed with the supplied
slot cover. The second slot cover must be placed as close as possible to the substrate.
When threading in the substrate the slot cover must be removed completely, otherwise the
opening is too small.

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2.4.5 Control Cabinet

Illustration 9, Control Cabinet

There is a control cabinet at the front on the non-operator side (left in the direction of the
substrate).

The layout plans of the control cabinets may vary and must, therefore, to be taken from the
circuit diagram.

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2.4.6 Air Circulation Drive

The air circulation drive is likewise located on the machine side.

Illustration 10, Air Circulation Motor

2.4.7 Suction Connection

Warning of
hot surfaces

Illustration 11, Suction Connection

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Illustration 12, Suction Connection Piece / Differential Pressure Measurement

Suction Connection
1. Suction Connection – nominal diameter 315 mm – Attention: Hot surfaces!! The
pipework must be insulated!
2. Orifice plate connection for exhaust air monitoring differential pressure measurement
(only for gas heating). It is essential to ensure that the hoses are connected correctly.
Danger of suffocation! (See the “Kromschröder Differential Pressure Switch DL..A”
operating instructions)

Illustration 13, Differential Pressure Measurement Connection Diagram (left-hand

illustration from the “Kromschröder Differential Pressure Switch DL..A” operating
instructions)

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2.4.8 1-Pass Operation / 3-Pass Operation / 5-Pass Operation (Optional)

It is possible to travel outwards after the first pass or to guide the substrate through all three
passes. The decisive factor for the type of guidance is the product and / or the desired drying
result. This can be freely selected by the customer.

2.4.9 Operation of the Dryer

The machine dryer is provided with a PLC but without a control panel. For the operation of
the Ventum dryer, please refer to the operating instructions of the printing machine. The
printing machine contains the control system, the dryer is operated via the control panel of
the printer.

2.4.10 Loading Substrate

To insert new substrate, the dryer must first be switched off. Then wait until the interior
temperature has cooled down enough to be able to open the door and work in the interior.
If there are still residues of previous products in the dryer, these residues must be
removed.
Depending on the desired pass operation, the substrate must be threaded over the
corresponding rolls. After threading, the substrate must be pulled smooth so that there are
no balls or similar in the dryer (otherwise the substrate could get stuck).
Now the door can be closed and the dryer heated up again.

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2.5 Intended Purpose

The incomplete machine is intended for drying printed textiles. Substrates may be used that
fit through the machine due to their shape and weight and are not burnt, liquefied or
deformed by the effect of the temperature. (For example, freshly printed, lightweight
substrates that have been printed using digital printing machines).
The substrates and inks must be approved for use by SPGPrints Austria GmbH.
The dryer is a warm air dryer, is set up in an industrial environment and is connected
downstream of a textile printer.
The machine is intended exclusively for indoor use. Furthermore, the dryer can also be
equipped with a plaiter / winder.
For the pre-treatment of the textiles, exclusively, only substances may be used that are not
flammable or combustible.
In addition, it is necessary to check whether the pre-treatment of the textiles can result in
additional hazards. If this is the case, SPGPrints Austria must be consulted. The operation
of the dryer with textiles that result in additional hazards due to their pre-treatment is not
permitted. In such a case, additional safety measures are necessary.
It should also be noted that only water-based paints may be dried with this equipment.
Any other use shall be considered as improper and shall invalidate any and all rights to
warranty claims.
It must be ensured that the dryer is installed in clean rooms. Otherwise, the maintenance
intervals increase accordingly. In particular, the intake openings of the gas burner in the
event of gas operation and the cooling fans of the control cabinets must be checked regularly
for such contamination.
The dryer VENTUM, has been designed for a maximum process temperature of 130 °C and
must not exceed this temperature. Failure to observe this may result in damage to the
electric drives.
The incomplete machine dryer has its own control system, the software, however, is only
complete together with the associated printing press. The entire control and safety
technology must be designed by the complete machine manufacturer and must be
connected to the dryer. The dryer is only complete and safe in combination with the printing
machine!
For the downstream reeling / folding of the substrate, a reeling / folding system is connected
to the dryer. These outfeed options must be provided by the customer and must be
considered as separate components and are not included in the scope of supply.

2.6 Possible Misuse

• Fire or explosion may occur when non-certified inks or media are introduced.
• Fire or explosion may occur if highly flammable materials are introduced into the
dryer.
• Safety devices can be bypassed or disabled resulting in personal injury and / or
damage to property.
• If the exhaust air volume is set too low it can lead to poisoning, explosions and
machine damage.
• Being inside the hot dryer can lead to death.

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• Walking on the top of the dryer without appropriate protective equipment can lead to
falling off the dryer.
• Opening the cable ducts or the heating register when they are not secured can lead
to a fatal electric shock.
• Modifications to the control cabinet may result in electric shock or malfunction of the
dryer.
• If the dryer is not operated by appropriately trained persons, personal injury and
damage to property may result.
• If the maintenance work is not carried out by appropriately qualified personnel,
personal injury and damage to property may occur.
• Personal injury may occur if the operating company does not provide the necessary
personal protective equipment.
• If cleaning in the interior is neglected, fires can occur due to the accumulation of lint
in the inner spaces.

Any type of drying of deviating products and materials is not

intended to be carried out in the VENTUM dryer!
Exclusively, only the SPGPrints digital printing machines may
be used with the VENTUM dryer!

The intended purpose also includes the reading of these

installation instructions and compliance with all the
instructions contained in them.

Any other use for which the machine has not been designed
shall, therefore, be considered as not for the intended purpose.

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3 Introduction
These installation instructions contain important information about the conditions that must
be fulfilled so that the partly completed machine can be properly assembled with the other
parts to form the complete machine without compromising the safety and health of people.
It is essential, therefore, that you read these installation instructions before commissioning
and that you adhere, without fail, to the safety instructions given for your own protection.

3.1 Advice in this Document

These installation instructions contain information that must be observed without fail in order
to exclude hazards to persons and equipment.
This information is symbolised as follows:

Information
Advice and tips

Warning
Information, the non-observance of which can lead to material
damage

Danger!
Information, the non-observance of which can lead to personal
injury

Warning of hot surfaces

Warning of hand injuries

Warning of rotating parts

Warning of automatic start-up

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Warning of the danger of falling

Warning of electrical voltage

Prohibition sign “No heavy loads“

Wear safety gloves mandatory sign

Use a fall arrest harness mandatory sign

Follow instructions mandatory sign

Wear protective clothing mandatory sign

Earth point sign

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4 Safety Measures

Only in combination with the SPGPrints digital printing

machine does the dryer have all the necessary safety
precautions, the dryer must not be operated without this
printing machine.

These are necessary, however, to protect the operator from dangerous movements or to
detect intended and unintended dangerous actions and to stop dangerous movements
before they can be carried out.
After carrying out a risk assessment of the partly completed machine, the following additional
protective measures / devices are recommended for integration.

4.1 Covers
Fixed guards in accordance with EN ISO 14120, EN ISO 13857.
Access to the infeed area is only necessary for threading in the material.
The infeed points at the side of the rollers are already secured by means of a partial cover.

4.2 Interlocking of the Safety Door

In order to prevent undetected access to the danger area inside the machine, the existing
safety door must be monitored by means of safety door switches in accordance with EN ISO
13849-1.
Opening the access must then cause the dryer to stop / shut down. Even afterwards, the
dryer is still very hot for some time and must not be entered. Inside, all surfaces are hot and
must not be touched. The operator must wait until the dryer has cooled down sufficiently.

Illustration 17, Burn Threshold Range when in Contact with a Hot, Smooth Surface of Bare Metal for a
Contact Duration between 0.5 s to 10 s
In the picture above: Legend, Contact duration, Surface temperature, No burning, Burn threshold, Burning
The safety function should be implemented in such a way that it achieves the required
Performance Level (PLr) d in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1.

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4.3 When Using Gas Burners as a Heat Source: Exhaust Air Monitoring
The gas burner is a purchased part with its own CE marking. Therefore, only requirements
that become necessary during installation in the dryer are listed. Basic requirements for gas
burners are already fulfilled by the burner itself.
In order to continuously discharge the exhaust gas (CO2) from the machine, an exhaust air
extraction system which runs permanently during the combustion process must be provided.
To ensure that the exhaust air is functioning, the differential pressure is monitored at a
measuring orifice in the exhaust air line.
The programming must take into account that before igniting the gas burner, a pre-purge
time for the inside of the machine must be provided in order to prevent deflagration of any
possible unburnt gas.
The safety function should be implemented in such a way that it achieves the required
Performance Level (PLr) d in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1.

4.4 Temperature Monitoring

To prevent a fire, the temperature of the dryer must be monitored:
• If the temperature becomes too high, the heating must be switched off.
• Monitoring in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1.
The safety function should be implemented in such a way that it achieves the required
Performance Level (PLr) d in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1.

4.5 Emergency Stop

Emergency Stop devices in accordance with EN ISO 13850.
Emergency Stop devices are used to stop all dangerous movements as quickly as possible
and / or to disconnect the energy sources of the entire machine in an emergency, that is, if
there is an acute or immediate threat to the life and limb of a person or of the destruction of
the machine.
Emergency Stop must not be used for the normal stopping of
the machine.

Emergency Stops
• To be provided at each control panel and at locations with high residual risks to enable
optimal stopping (in the event of an emergency) of the machine.
• Colour scheme: Red on a yellow background.
• Must not be used as a substitute for protective measures or other safety functions.
The emergency stop command of each machine part must act on the entire machine, but at
least on the entire area that can be seen from the operating point and must be integrated
into a safety control system.
The safety function should be implemented in such a way that it achieves the required
Performance Level (PLr) d in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1.

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Illustration 20, Positions of the two Emergency Stop Buttons on the Left and Right of the Infeed Section

4.6 Mains Disconnection Device (Main and Maintenance Switches)

The integrator shall provide main switches on the complete machine for the disconnection
of the power supply. In the event of maintenance, repair or other interruptions of production,
these disconnecting devices must be locked with a padlock.

4.7 Fire Protection

In accordance with the Machinery Directive 206/42/EC Annex I 1.5.6. and 1.5.7., machinery
must be designed and constructed in such a way as to avoid any risk of fire, overheating or
explosion arising from the machinery itself or from gases, liquids, dusts, vapours and other
substances emitted or used by the machinery.
This must be ensured by the integrator of the partly completed machine / complete machine
manufacturer. It is recommended to carry out a risk assessment with regard to fire protection,
as a different fire risk may arise depending on the textiles used.

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5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

In the vicinity of the dryer there may be increased hazards, among other things, due to
moving masses, rotating parts, hot surfaces and possibly noise.

• Therefore, always make sure that long hair, loose or open clothing, jewellery or similar
items do not get caught in the machine and that you are not pulled into the machine
as a result.
Serious to fatal injuries can be the result.
• Always wear the prescribed personal safety equipment:
Such as, for example, thermal protection (if necessary, during threading in), safety
shoes (among other things during installation and dismantling).
• When working on the top of the dryer, use appropriate fall protection.

5.1 Hot Surfaces

If work in the dryer or on hot surfaces (see point 6.2) cannot be avoided, the operating
company must prescribe appropriate clothing with thermal protection for the operator.

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6 Residual Risks
For the intended purpose of the dryer, measures have been taken to prevent injury to
persons and damage to property. Nevertheless, in certain situations, residual risks may
remain, such as, for example, due to:

6.1 Maintenance Work

Maintenance work must only be carried out by authorised, qualified personnel.
During maintenance and cleaning work, the dryer must be switched to a safe state. A
suitable cooling time must be observed before entering the interior of the machine. After
completion of the maintenance work, all tools, aids, etc. must be removed to avoid danger
from falling or ejected parts.

6.2 Hot Surfaces

The dryer reaches internal temperatures of up to 130 °C during operation. Individual
surfaces (heating rods, heating register, burner protection cage) can reach temperatures of
up to 800 °C. If it is necessary to enter the interior of the dryer or to touch surfaces inside
the dryer, the dryer must first be cooled down.
There are also hot surfaces on the outside of the dryer that must not be touched. In
general, these are all surfaces on the top of the dryer and, in particular, the surfaces
around the gas burner and directly on the gas burner.
Drives may likewise have increased temperatures on the engine block
In the event of insufficient cooling time, thermal protection must be used by the operator on
entry.

Warning of hot surfaces

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6.3 Electrical Energy

• All work on electrical systems or operating materials must only be carried out by
qualified electricians or semi-skilled persons under the supervision of a qualified
electrician!

Observe the 5 safety rules of electrical engineering when you have to

carry out work on electrical machine parts:
1. Disconnect from the mains.
2. Secure against reconnection.
3. Verify that the system is dead.
4. Carry out earthing and short circuiting.
5. Provide protection from adjacent live parts.
See EN 50110-1 under Section 6.2 Working in a Voltage-Free State

• Cordon off the work area with a red and white safety chain and a warning notice and,
using a padlock, secure the switched-off main switch against unauthorised switching
on!
• Only use insulated tools at the appropriate voltage level!
• Only use fuse links with a specified cut-off current and suitable dielectric strength. In
the event of faults in the power supply, please switch off the machine immediately!

Secure the main switch

against unauthorised
switching back on!

Illustration 21, Main Switch

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7 Cleaning, Maintenance, Servicing

7.1 Cleaning
• Cleaning and maintenance work must be carried out by instructed personnel.

• During operation, no cleaning work may be carried out on moving parts.

• Do not use cleaning agents which, together with atmospheric oxygen, can form an
explosive gas-air mixture (for example: solvents, acetone, cleaning petrol, …).

• Cleaning the machine with water (for example: with a high-pressure cleaner) is
prohibited. Water penetration can cause serious damage to the machine.

When handling cleaning agents, also observe the

instructions on environmental protection.

• All internal parts that are necessary for the proper functioning of the machine and its
safety functions must be cleaned at regular intervals

• The cleaning interval and / or the degree of contamination depend very much on the
supplied media, materials and also the prevailing environmental conditions.
Appropriate cleaning is necessary for the proper operation of the machine.

Neglected or improper cleaning can lead to the

ignition of fibre or dirt particles. (Fire hazard)

The operating company must react to the existing

conditions and take the appropriate measures.

7.2 Maintenance and Fault Clearance / Hazardous Situations

Before starting any intervention in the machine, first ensure that the machine cools down
as much as possible (burn hazard) and secondly switch off the main switch and secure it
(hazard due to electric current). In addition, the gas taps must also be closed and set up
for a suitable safety shut-off.
If the smell of gas is detected, the machine must be
switched off immediately by pressing the Emergency
Stop button. Then the main valve of the gas line must
be immediately closed. The cause must be remedied
by an authorised specialist!

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In general, the cause of any malfunction must be

clearly determined by a specialist. The machine may
only be put back into operation after the fault has been
unequivocally rectified. The manufacturer shall
exclude any and all liabilities for any damage resulting
from disregard of this principle.

• The machine may only be operated, maintained and repaired by persons who are
familiar with these installation instructions and the applicable regulations regarding
occupational health and safety and accident prevention.
• Maintenance work may only be carried out when all relevant energy sources are
switched off and secured against unauthorised switching on.
• Observe the specified maintenance intervals and document them in the maintenance
card (the maintenance card is in the annex). Completed maintenance cards must be
retained.
• Maintenance and set-up work during which protective devices must be rendered
ineffective may only be carried out by persons authorised and instructed to do so.
• When using gas burners for drying, maintenance must be carried out according to the
manufacturer's instructions (see the maintenance instructions and intervals of the
respective manufacturer).
• All installed safety-related elements and pressure measuring devices must be
checked and documented in accordance with the respective manufacturer's
maintenance intervals.
• The exhaust system must be checked daily for contamination and for proper
functioning.

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7.2.1 Lint Filter

Interval: Daily visual inspection

For cleaning, it is necessary to open the side door and remove the lint filter.
Attention! The lint filter can be hot.

Especially when drying wool, for example, there is a lot of soiling and therefore it can happen
after a relatively short time that the filters must be cleaned, therefore we advise you to
visually check the filters at every shift change, at the latest daily, and to clean them
depending on the degree of soiling. (Fire hazard!)
A vacuum cleaner can be used to clean the lint filter, both sides of the filter must be cleaned.

The checking and execution must be carried out by competent and instructed personnel.

Illustration 22, Lint Filter

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7.2.2 Rectifier Gates and Nozzle Boxes

Interval: Monthly visual inspection, cleaning as required

Rectifier gates which ensure that the warm air flow from the nozzle holes hits the medium to
be dried perpendicularly are installed in the nozzle boxes of the first pass.
These gates must be visually inspected for contamination on a monthly basis and be cleaned
if necessary. Here, too, most soiling occurs with cotton, and for this reason the intervals of
the visual inspection must be shortened depending on the product. The checking and
execution must be carried out by competent and instructed personnel.
The rectifier gates and the inner walls of the nozzle boxes are cleaned as required. For this,
the lower part including the gate can be completely removed from the system and washed
off. After removing the bottom part, the gates can be pushed out on the open side.
Depending on the degree of soiling, a cleaning cloth or a high-pressure cleaner can be used
for cleaning (only outside the dryer). The bars of the gates should be wiped individually. In
most cases only the lower parts and rectifier gates are dirty, otherwise the upper parts of the
nozzle boxes can be cleaned with a telescopic wiper. Attention: Do not use any aggressive
cleaning agents, the parts must be completely dry before they are reinstalled.
There is a need for cleaning especially when there are impurities on the substrate.

Illustration 23: Loosen Screws A and Pull Out the Nozzle Lower Part

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7.2.3 Heating Register Electrical Heating

Interval: Annually (heating mode electric)

A heating register with heating rods which brings the process air to the required temperature
is installed in the drying machine with electric heating.
This register must be checked for contamination.

Attention: Danger to life!!!!

Disconnect the dryer from the power source before
starting work.
Only appropriately trained specialists (electrical
technicians) may carry out this work!

The dryer must cool down to room temperature before starting work!!!
The power source must be secured against being switched on again during this work.
By removing the fastening screws (8 pcs.), the heating register can be pulled out of the
machine.
Attention: The heating rods have sharp and cutting edges, be sure to wear appropriate
protective equipment.
A vacuum cleaner can be used for cleaning.
Then re-install the heating coil and secure it with the screws.

7.2.4 Combustion Chamber (Wear Part)

Interval: Annual visual inspection (heating mode gas)

The combustion chamber and also the protective tube are subject to wear due to the
constant heat load. These parts must be checked annually for crack formation and be
replaced if necessary. If cracks or deformations appear on the combustion chamber or the
burner support, the parts must be replaced. All work on the combustion chamber or outside
on the actual burner must only be carried out by skilled personnel. In addition, all separate
provisions from the company Weishaupt installation and operating instructions supplied by
the burner manufacturer apply.

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7.2.5 Burner Service by a Weishaupt Service Employee

Interval: Twice a year

The gas burner must be checked twice a year by a Weishaupt service technician or an
authorised company and be serviced if necessary.

7.2.6 Flange Bearings Inside the Hot Area

Interval: Every two months

6 times a year, re-lubrication, using a grease gun, of the ball bearings in the hot area is
necessary. The inspection and execution must be carried out by competent and instructed
personnel. The machine must be switched off for this.
Behind the door there are four (six if the system is equipped with 5 passes) grease nipples
each at the bottom left and right. Each of them must be re-lubricated with two slow strokes
from the grease gun. In doing so, the grease gun must be able to build up enough pressure
(min. 200 bar).
A suitable lubricant must be used => OKS 424.

Illustration 24a: Grease Nipples Hot Area

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7.2.7 Flange Bearings Outside the Hot Area

Interval: Annually

Annual re-lubrication, using a grease gun, of the ball bearings outside the hot area is
necessary. The inspection and execution must be carried out by competent and instructed
personnel.
To do this, remove both covers on both sides of the infeed section. Behind each cover is a
ball bearing with grease nipple. Each of them must be re-lubricated with two slow strokes
from the grease gun. In doing so, the grease gun must be able to build up enough pressure
(min. 200 bar). A suitable lubricant must be used => OKS 424.

Illustration 25: Grease Nipples Cold Area

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7.2.8 Substrate Guidance Synchronization

Interval: Daily

Illustration 26, Synchronization Sensor

The synchronisation sensor (A) is located above the infeed section of the dryer. To ensure
proper function, this sensor must be free of dirt and must, therefore, be checked once a day
and be cleaned with a soft cotton cloth if necessary.

7.2.9 Carrier Belt Cleaning

Interval: As required
The carrier belt must be cleaned if it is heavily soiled, especially if this dirt is already being
transferred to the substrate. To do this, wipe the carrier belt on the inlet side with a damp
cloth. Do not use sharp-edged objects for cleaning.
Attention: Always move the carrier belt a little further and then clean it, never leave it running
for the cleaning process as this can be dangerous.

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7.2.10 Cleaning the Infeed and Outfeed Slots

Interval: Daily

Using a dry cloth, the substrate infeed slot as well as the outlet slots and slot covers must
be cleaned of condensate every day after operation. This must also be carried out for the
closed outlet slot. To do this, the stainless steel cover must be moved. When cleaning, all
surfaces must be thoroughly wiped down. Especially the area above the substrate to
prevent dripping onto the substrate.

7.2.11 Emergency Stop Button Test

Interval: Weekly

Illustration 30, Positions of the two Emergency Stop Buttons Left and Right at the Infeed Section
The left and right Emergency Stop buttons as well as the cable pull at the front of the
infeed section must be tested regularly:

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1. Stop the machine (do not switch it off)

2. Check whether the emergency stop has been acknowledged on the control panel
and there is no fault message present.
3. Press an Emergency Stop button.
4. A fault message must appear on the control panel indicating that the emergency
stop has been pressed.
5. Reset the Emergency Stop button.
6. On the control panel, acknowledge the emergency stop and the fault messages.
7. Test the other Emergency Stop button and the cable pull in the same way, starting
at Step 2.

7.2.12 Control Cabinet Air Filter

Interval: Weekly

The air filter must be removed from its mounting every week and be cleaned. The filter is
cleaned using compressed air, keeping a distance of at least 200 mm between the nozzle
and the filter so that the filter is not damaged. In the event of heavily polluted ambient air,
this cleaning may be necessary daily. If the air filter is too heavily contaminated, the
temperature monitor in the control cabinet is triggered because not enough air is circulated.

If the air filter is damaged (holes, cracks or similar) it must be replaced.

7.3 Repair and Maintenance

• Repair work must only be carried out by trained, qualified personnel.
• Repair and maintenance work must only be carried out when all energy sources
concerned have been switched off and secured against unauthorised switching back
on.
• Inform the operating personnel before starting maintenance or repair work. Designate
a supervisor.
• If necessary, secure the maintenance and repair area over a wide area.
• Switch off the machine at the main switch during maintenance and repair and secure
the machine against unintentional switching back on.
• After cleaning, always check the screw connections for tightness, also after a repair,
and tighten them in accordance with the planned tightening torques.
• If it is necessary to dismantle safety equipment during repairs or maintenance, it must
be reinstalled immediately after the work has been completed and be immediately
checked for functionality.
• Exclusively use only original spare parts.
• Carry out maintenance and cleaning at regular intervals in accordance with the
instructions for these activities.

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7.3.1 Checking / Replacing the Conveyor Belt

The conveyor carrier belt is a durable, Teflon-coated glass fibre mesh which, when treated
appropriately, has a long service life. However, the conveyor belt must not be bent or
scratched. All other manipulations that damage the Teflon coating must also be avoided.
If the conveyor belt is soiled by ink, for example, standard cleaning agents can be used for
cleaning, but these must not be abrasive as otherwise the Teflon coating can be damaged.
The conveyor carrier belt is excluded from the warranty.
Checking the belt tension:
1. Remove the two side covers on the infeed section.
2. Underneath, the tensioning bearing with the disc spring assembly can be seen, this
spring assembly should be tensioned to the following lengths:
Ventum 190: 32.5 mm

Illustration 32, Tensioning Bearing Infeed Section Substrate Transport

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General Installation Instructions of the Conveyor Belt Manufacturer

Open the carton, roll the conveyor, roll out the conveyor belt wrapped in foil.

Cut the packing foil with scissors.

Attention!
Do not damage the conveyor belt!

Connect the optional triangle conveyor piece to the main conveyor belt by using
the delivered wire.

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Provide a beam frame and prepare it as shown in the picture.

Bring the conveyor belt with the beam frame close to the dryer. Connect the pull in tape (which is
already lead through the dryer) to the peak of the triangle conveyor piece.

Pull in the tape, while taking care that no mechanical damage happens on the conveyor.

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After pulling in the conveyor belt, disconnect the triangular conveyor piece from the main conveyor
belt (pull out the wire).

Bring both ends of the conveyor belt together, in such a way that the selvedges are even. Close the
seam with the wire.

Bend both ends of the wire 180° and push the ends back into the seam.

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Properly stitch the Kevlar fabric on both sides of the conveyor belt using the enclosed stitching set.

The conveyor belt will be tensioned by the tension roller (guideline for the tension: The tension
should be increased slowly, until the traction roller transport the conveyor belt without any slippage
and the correction roller should work properly. Too high tension could damage the seam very soon.
theoretical tension should be at 80 daN/m conveyor width.)

Check the adjustment devices of the conveyor belt. Start the dryer, while watching it the first few
minutes.

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Conveyor belt installation procedure when the old belt is still in the machine:
Observe the general installation instructions of the conveyor belt manufacturer!

1. Remove the infeed section side cover.

2. Slacken the carrier belt (loosen the spindle laterally at the tensioning bearings).
3. Unpick the carrier belt.
4. Stitch the new carrier belt to the old one using the spiral connectors.
5. Pull out the old carrier belt at the bottom and so pull the new one through the
machine.
6. In doing so, ensure that the new carrier belt is guided through all guide units on
the right-hand side (in the direction of travel).
7. Join the carrier belt:

Firstly, using the plastic wire supplied, the two ends must be connected making
sure that all loops (red and yellow) are pierced alternately with the wire.

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8. Stitch the carrier belt flaps:

The two side fabric flaps must be stitched as shown in the photo.
9. Tension the carrier belt equally on both sides (maximum one spindle rotation per
side, then change sides). After tensioning, the disc spring assembly should be set
to a length as described in point 7.3.1.
Attention: it is important that the carrier belt is tensioned parallel on both sides
(measure the circumference on both sides), in doing so, a small difference (up to
1.5 mm) in the tensioning length of the disc spring packs can be tolerated.
10. Raise the process temperature to 60 °C – set the belt feed to 25% – allow to run
for 10 minutes.
11. Raise the process temperature to 90 °C – set the belt feed to 25% – allow to run
for 10 minutes.
12. Raise the process temperature to 130 °C – set the belt feed to 25% – allow to run
for 10 minutes.
13. Set the belt feed to 50% – allow to run for 10 minutes.
14. Set the belt feed to 75% – allow to run for 10 minutes.
15. Set the belt feed to 100% – allow to run for 10 minutes.

The carrier belt must be kept under constant observation during the entire running-in
process.
The purpose of the procedure is to slowly reduce possible tensions in the belt and to
"accustom" the belt to the installation situation.

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Conveyor belt installation procedure when there is no conveyor belt in the

machine or the belt has been so destroyed that threading in as described above
is no longer possible:
Observe the general installation instructions of the conveyor belt manufacturer!

1. Remove the infeed section side cover.

2. Loosen the spindle at the tension bearings laterally.
3. Press the drive roller in the direction of the machine.
4. Guide an infeed belt through the machine as a threading aid so that it takes the
course of the conveyor belt.
5. Hang the triangular draw-in belt, if available, on the draw-in belt and stitch the
conveyor belt to the triangular draw-in belt as described in the general installation
instructions of the conveyor belt manufacturer.

If there is no triangular draw-in belt available, run another draw-in belt through the
machine and bring the two belts to the two ends of the rollers. Attach the new
conveyor belt to the two belts.
6. With the aid of the draw-in belt(s), pull the new conveyor belt through the machine.
7. Continue from Point 6 of the previous description.

7.4 Wear Parts

The following parts are wear parts and are excluded from the warranty:
• Carrier belt.
• All ball and plain bearings.
• Electric motors.
• Gas burners.
• Flame pipes.
• Chains and sprockets.
• Lint filter and / or filter mats.
• Pressure switches.

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8 Transport
All transport work must be carried out by instructed personnel. Information such as
centres of gravity and weight specifications must be observed and complied with.
• The machine is packed on transport pallets or in cases.
• Heavy machine parts must be bolted to the means of transport to prevent the load
from slipping (change of centre of gravity).
• Specialist personnel may be required for the preparation for transport.
• The centres of gravity of the machine / machine parts must be observed.
• Suitable lifting equipment must be used.
• If a forklift truck is used, it must have a load capacity of at least 5 tonnes. The fork
length must be at least 2400 mm.

Never step under the lifted load!

• Extreme care must be taken when loading and unloading the individual parts as well
as when bringing them to the respective destination.
• When loading and unloading with a forklift truck or transporting with a pallet truck,
ensure careful driving under and lifting.
• When transporting or unloading by means of a crane or similar, pay attention to
increased safety (balance etc.) when attaching the machine parts. In addition, it must
be prevented that wire ropes, nylon belts or similar can cause damage to the
machines or cladding parts.

When transporting or lifting the machine, ensure that the machine is only lifted and
transported using the designated, marked points. It is important here that the forks of the
stacker protrude over the complete width of the machine. Removing the machine over
the long side is not suitable and will cause damage to the floor area of the machine.

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8.1 Packaging
• The packaging is intended to protect the machine during transport.
• The standard packaging is designed as foil packaging. This provides minimum
protection against moisture and dirt but is not suitable for transport on an open loading
area or for outdoor storage.
• For overseas and other shipments where airtight packaging is necessary, a
specialised company must be consulted as these packages can easily lead to
corrosion of the machine.

• The respective packaging is neither disposed of nor taken back by the manufacturer.

8.2 Intermediate Storage

• Intermediate storage of the machine and machine parts may only be carried out at
suitable locations. It must be ensured that there is sufficient protection against dust
and moisture.

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9 Installation / Dismantling

9.1 General
In life phases with a possibly reduced protection level and protective devices not yet in
operation, additional temporary barriers are to be provided (chains, tapes, etc.).
Work in the cordoned-off area may only be carried out by specially trained personnel. Other
persons are not permitted to enter!

9.2 Installation Site

• The floor slab or the floor (foundation) must be able to support the respective static
forces of the machine.
• The floor (covering) must be such that it can withstand the pressure of the machine
feet.
• The machine and plant parts must be set up on level ground and be free of vibration.
• The machine must not be pushed while the levelling feet are on the floor (risk of
breaking the levelling feet).
• The necessary space requirements should be dimensioned so that service or repair
work can be carried out in a proper manner. (Machine dimensions: See Machines –
Layout). Particular consideration must be given to the space required on the door side
for cleaning the nozzles and at the control cabinet for safe maintenance.
• Sufficient freedom of movement under production conditions for personnel,
packaging material, industrial trucks, etc. should also be taken into account in the
space requirements.
• Installation temperature min. +5 °C, max. +40 °C room temperature (electrical cabinet
not air-conditioned), max. 75 % humidity.
• The machine must not be set up in an EX area.
• There must be no chemicals in the vicinity of the machine or work procedures that
could promote fire or even create an explosive atmosphere.
• The ambient air must be free of solvents and flammable gases and substances.
• The installation site must be free of suspended matter that is hazardous for the
machine.
• The machine axis must be in alignment with the printing machine.
• The machine must be located in a room with an adequate supply of fresh air. The
machine draws in the required air from the room (via the slots at the back and front
of the machine) and blows it into the open air through the exhaust fan. This must be
taken into account when designing possible ventilation and air-conditioning systems.
• Employees are present in the vicinity of the machine. The respective MAK values, the
workplace limit values TRGS 900 and the biological limit values TRGS 903 must be
complied with.
• The installation site must comply with the requirements of the fire protection system.
• The floor underneath and 2 m around the machine must be made of non-combustible
and / or non-flammable materials.

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• Some areas on the machine surface have higher temperatures, for this reason and
also for reasons of employee safety, no area of the machine may be used as a storage
area.

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9.3 Electrical Connection

• The electrical connection must be made by the complete machine manufacturer /
integrator
• For connecting the fan drives
 See the operating instructions of the drives.
• The electrical supply can be made from above or below.
When feeding from above, an appropriate hole must be drilled at a suitable location
in the control cabinet.

For all work on the electrical equipment of the machine, the main
switch must be switched off and be secured against
unauthorised switching on again.
Work must only be carried out by qualified electricians.

• The electrical connection of the machine must only be carried out by qualified
electricians.
• The design of the electrical equipment must be based on EN 60204-1 and / or comply
with national regulations.
• Since earth leakage currents of more than 3.5 mA can occur, the machine must be
connected to the system earth by a protective earth conductor with a minimum cross-
section of 10 mm² Cu.

9.4 Exhaust Air Connection

Part of the saturated process air is exhausted via the exhaust air connection while at the
same time fresh air is drawn into the dryer through the inlet and outlet slots. The operating
company is responsible for the proper functioning after commissioning and the controlled
and continuous discharge of the exhaust air into the open air. This must be realised through
a professional installation!

It is not permissible to operate the machine without exhausting the air

to the open air. Poisoning danger!

• In general, the exhaust air must be ducted to the open air. Depending on the local
situation and the distance to the outside, the duct cross-section of the exhaust must
be calculated and / or designed by a qualified ventilation company.
• Only with a gas heat source: To ensure that the exhaust is working, a flow monitor is
installed in the exhaust air connection piece supplied. This must be installed and
correctly piped in accordance with the diagram.
The exhaust must run permanently in gas operation; the minimum setting value is
50%.

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The programming must take into account that before igniting the gas burner, a pre-
purge time for the inside of the machine must be provided in order to prevent
deflagration of any possible unburnt gas.

Attention: Risk of poisoning with non-observance!!!

• There must be no constriction in the exhaust air piping.

• No dampers or similar must be installed in the exhaust air duct.
• The maximum back pressure of the entire exhaust air system installed must not
exceed 150 Pascal at 3000 m3/h volume flow. This is particularly important in the gas
heating mode in order to be able to remove exhaust gases.
• After completion of the exhaust air piping, the maximum air volume must be
measured, by means of an impeller measuring probe, at the measuring connection of
the connection pipe provided for this purpose and be set to the specified values by
means of the correction factor in the software.

Exhaust Air Volume (100 %)

Ventum 190 2500 m³/h

• If a higher back pressure occurs due to the pipe run, an additional fan must be
installed by a suitable specialist company and it must be ensured that the function of
the total exhaust air system is guaranteed.
• Furthermore, sufficient supply air must be provided at the installation site. The dryer
must not be operated in a closed room.
• The connection is located on the top of the machine; suitable climbing aids and fall
protection or a mobile stage / platform with railings must be used for climbing up and
/ or the installation.
• The entire exhaust air piping must be executed tightly sealed. The entire exhaust air
piping (customer piping as well as the piping on the dryer top) must be insulated for
safety reasons (temperatures above 130 °C) and also to prevent condensate
formation within the piping! The thickness of the insulation must be at least 30 mm.
• The dryer is intended for operation within the EU member states.
• Depending on the locally applicable rules and regulations, the operating company
must check under its own responsibility whether an exhaust gas test is required.
• In accordance with the data sheets, the operating company is responsible for
adjusting the exhaust air flow as well as the exhaust air volume in relation to the
different solvents and inks to be dried.

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• The operating company is obliged to take appropriate measures for the substances
remaining in the exhaust gas in order to comply with the legal requirements at the
place of installation.
• Depending on the length of the exhaust air line and the operating parameters of the
dryer, deposits may form in the exhaust air line. Appropriate precautions must be
taken to ensure that the pipe can be cleaned and that this is done regularly at
sufficiently short intervals.
• If increased condensate formation occurs due to the inks and materials used, the
exhaust air line can also be equipped with a condensate collector. The condensate
can then be drained off at this point. The back pressure of the pipe must not increase
as a result of this measure.

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10 Commissioning
After installing the machine, the following must be considered and / or carried out before the
first start-up:

• All required set-up and installation parameters must be correctly complied with.
• Check the machine for parts that have been left lying around, such as tools, waste,
protective covers, cable remnants, etc., and remove them if necessary.
• Check all connected media for leaks. The installed gas line for gas operation has
been tested for leaks at the factory. However, this must be checked again and be
documented after the gas supply line has been installed.
• Clean the machine inside and outside.
• Set the safety door and other installed safety devices to their protective positions.
• Open the main compressed air valves, switch on the auxiliary units, if necessary,
switch on the main switch.
• Check all safety devices before the first start up.
• Check the direction of rotation of the electric motors.
• The system needs a certain amount of time to heat up. This depends on various
parameters (for example, room temperature). The heating time can be reduced by
closing the inlet and outlet slots, for example.
• After heating up, the slot covers must be opened again. The inlet side cover is always
opened fully. The outlet side cover is only opened so far so that the substrate can be
transported out of the dryer without any problems.
• If the belt speed is set to zero for a longer period of time at operating temperature,
the conveyor belt may be damaged. (Wave formation, tensioning of the fabric, etc.)
It is not permitted to reach into the machine with your hands at
any time during the heating process or when the machine is at
operating temperature (for example, infeed / outfeed gaps).
Danger of severe burns.

Commissioning with gas as the heat source must be carried out

by a Weishaupt technician. In doing so, a gas acceptance report
must be completed and be kept as proof of proper installation.

The gas burner is delivered with a set of basic parameters (ignition load, min. load, max.
load). Based on these, however, a technician from the manufacturer (Weishaupt) must
make the fine adjustments to the combustion parameters before commissioning after the
gas supply has been installed, or measure and optimise the flue gas depending on the
installation conditions.
The settings and trouble-free, safe operation of the gas burner depend on the gas
specification and the sea level of the installation site. For this reason, changes to the
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certified Weishaupt service employee. For the disconnection and reconnection (for
example, in the event of a relocation of the system), where the machine must be
disconnected from the connection line, a Weishaupt service employee must be assigned
to do this. In doing so, it must first be checked whether safe operation at the new installation
site is possible and thereby permissible.

a. Gas supply line dimensioning:

½ inch connection for natural gas and liquid gas.
Gas pressure supply of 50 mbar without fluctuations.
A separate supply line must be laid for each system.
To avoid damage to the gas pressure regulator, it is recommended to install a
suitable gas pre-filter in the supply line!

b. Every gas burner is designed or pre-set for a specific type of gas. This gas
type and the settings are stated on the burner's rating plate. The burner must
only be operated with these specifications and gas types as shown on the
rating plate. Attention: Explosion danger! The complete machine manufacturer
/ integrator must check again that the type of gas installed and the type of gas
specified on the rating plate actually match.

c. In order to remove the exhaust gases, the exhaust must run at a minimum of
50% in every condition during gas operation!!! Danger of poisoning!!! This must
be so programmed and set. Even in the heating phase, the exhaust air must
already be running at least 50%. An adequate, functioning, exhaust air system
must be ensured!

d. No work must be carried out in the vicinity of the machine that could generate
explosive or flammable vapours (for example, cleaning the adhesive on the
printing blanket of the printing machine). This is only permissible when the
machine, in particular the gas burner, is switched off.

e. All specifications in the Weishaupt WG 10 gas burner installation and operating

instructions must be observed and complied with. The instructions are
attached.

Attention: Explosion hazard in the event of non-observance!!!

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11 Further Points for Safe Operation and Working with the Machine

• Regular and energy-saving work is possible without further intervention thanks to the
built-in temperature control system. Nevertheless, the machine must be monitored by
the operator. In particular, the temperature must be observed. If a malfunction is
suspected or noticed, the system must be shut down immediately by means of an
Emergency Stop or the main switch.
• Access to the interior of the machine is only permitted for threading in and
maintenance work. In doing so, the door must be opened fully. The machine must be
disconnected from the mains.
• Walking on or staying on the top of the facility during operation is forbidden.
• If the installation top has to be walked on for maintenance work, the operating
company must take appropriate precautions to prevent the employee from falling. The
maximum additional load on the top of the installation must not exceed 130 kg.
• The prerequisite for operation of the system is the completed heating phase.
• Depending on 1 pass operation or 3 (5) pass operation, the respective other slot must
be closed using a slot cover at the outfeed area. This is necessary to prevent vapours
escaping from the remaining slots.
• Do not place any highly flammable materials on the conveyor belt (fire hazard!)
• For short breaks, it is recommended to keep the machine at operating temperature.
For a longer break (for example, end of shift) the machine must be switched off. In
doing so, the following points must be observed:
o No contamination must remain in the machine (for example, part pieces of the
dried substrate).
o Before switching off the system, wait for the cooling phase (the temperature in
the dryer must have dropped below 90 °C).
o With gas heating, the shut-off valve must be closed.
• During operation, the dryer must always be attended.

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12 References and Information in Relevant Standards

Further instructions and information can also be found in the following standards:

Reference Standard Title

EN ISO 12100: 2011 Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk
assessment and risk reduction
EN ISO 13732-1: Ergonomics of the thermal environment - Methods for the
2008 assessment of human responses to contact with surfaces - Part
1: Hot surfaces
EN ISO 13849-1+2: Safety of machinery - Safety-related parts of control systems
2012+2015
EN ISO 13850: 2008 Safety of machinery - Emergency stop - Principles for design
EN ISO 13857: 2008 Safety of machinery - Safety distances to prevent hazard zones
being reached by upper and lower limbs
EN ISO 14119: 2013 Safety of machinery - Interlocking devices associated with
guards - Principles for design and selection
EN ISO 14120: 2016 Safety of machinery - Guards - General requirements for the
design and construction of fixed and movable guards
EN ISO 4414: 2010 Pneumatic fluid power - General rules and safety requirements
for systems and their components
EN 349: 1993+A1: Safety of machinery - Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts
2008 of the human body
EN 614-1+2: Safety of machinery - Ergonomic design principles
2008+2009
EN 746-1:2010 Industrial thermo-processing equipment - Part 1: Common
safety requirements for industrial thermo-processing equipment
EN 746-2:2011 Industrial thermo-processing equipment - Part 2: Safety
requirements for combustion and fuel handling systems
EN 1037: 1995: 2008 Safety of machinery - Prevention of unexpected start-up
EN 60204-1: Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 1:
2006/AC:2010 General requirements

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13 Exclusion of Liability
SPGPrints shall not be held liable for characteristics regarding effectiveness, output,
performance, consumption and / or any other production and / or machine data.
Warranty and liability claims shall be invalidated if:
- The machine has not been used for its intended purpose.
- The injury (injuries) and / or damage can be traced back to non-observance of the
Installation and Operating Instructions.
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication have been omitted.
- Lubrication and maintenance have not been demonstrably carried out.
- Safety devices have been disabled.
- The operating personnel have not been correctly and properly trained.
- Modifications of or attachments to the machine have been made.
- Lubricants other than those specified by the manufacturer have been used.
- Machine parts that are subject to wear have been subjected to a lack of control.
- The machine has been operated with a too low exhaust air volume.
- Modifications of any kind have been made without the prior written consent of the
manufacturer.

14 Copyright
Details, technical instructions and drawings forming part of these Installation and Operating
Instructions may not be reproduced or transmitted without the express written permission
of the copyright holder.

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