RS4203 Manual Chapter 1 - Machine Description and Specifications
Rev 32, 01/11/13 Copyright © 2013, Tipper Tie, Inc., All rights reserved 12
When the operating parameters have been set to the desired values, the operator uses the Cycle Start
pushbutton to begin the operation. In the automatic mode, the stuffing and clipping cycle automatically
restarts at the end of each clip cycle until all of the casing has been used. In the manual mode, the
operating sequence ends with the completion of each clip cycle.
The operator places an appropriate length of soaked shirred casing onto the horn, and moves it into the
filling position. If the casing is not pre-clipped, a clip or knot is applied to the end of the casing before
filling begins. If desired, an end-of-casing sensor can be attached to the end of the casing nearest the
horn rotor. A piece-per-shirr counter may be used instead of the end-of-casing sensor. In either case,
when the end-of-casing lever is tripped or the counter setting is reached, the RS4203 completes the
clipping cycle.
The horn can then be reloaded with a new stick of shirred casing, the appropriate length of soaked
shirred casing is placed onto the horn, and the horn is moved into the filling position to repeat the
sequence of operation.
The RS4203 operating specifications are as follows :
• The machine produces packages that are air-free with clean tails
• The RS4203 is low-maintenance, easy to clean, and meets all USDA and CE safety and
sanitation standards.
• It handles all hard and soft emulsion products, plus chunk section and formed products.
• One operator can produce up to 24 packages per minute, depending on the type of product and
the pump capacity.
• The Skin Brake Assembly provides a moveable double brake for precise size control.
• A self-diagnostic programmable controller with touch screen operator interface permits easy
adjustment of all machine functions with the touch of a button.
• The adjustable-stroke casing voiding system permits controlled slack fill with 3 to 12 inches
(76,2-305 mm) of empty casing.
• The machine works with casings sized from 1.693 inches (43 mm) to 7.086 inches (180 mm),
stuffed product diameter, and with lengths up to 72 inches (1829 mm).
• The RS4203 uses Tipper Tie Z400 stick or ZR400 reel-fed clips.
Options
Tipper Tie offers several options that complement or customize RS4203 operations:
• The Heat Seal option provides seamless interaction with a heat sealing machine (HS3) for roll
stock film.
• The Looper option automatically feeds and attaches string loops under the clip for hanging
products.
• The Registration option provides a system for automatic registration and precise placement of
casing labels.
• A Horn Vacuum option is also available.
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