Manual - Formech 300XQ
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General Arrangement
10. Vacuum Pump ON/OFF switch.
This turns the vacuum pump on and off. The vacuum pump evacuates the air between the plastic sheet and
the mould. It also provides pressure to release the fi nished moulding from the mould.
11. Air pressure outlet.
When the vacuum pump is running, the pressure is diverted to this outlet. This can be used to supply or
run other equipment when not being used for vacuum forming. Do not block this outlet or attempt to
connect air supply. This machine DOES NOT require air supply.
12. Heater Zone layout.
Pictogram showing the corresponding zone layout of the quartz heater zones.
13. Heater Standby Level (Power Saving Feature).
The 300XQ is supplied with fast acting heating elements. This means that when the heater is not actually
heating plastic the power can be turned down. As the heater is moved from the rear position the elements
begin to heat up to the set power level.
For this feature to work effectively the power level at rest or standby must be set to approx. 30%. For
continuous usage the standby level may be set lower. For infrequent usage it may be required for the
standby level to be set higher. For non-time critical uses the standby level can be set at about 10%.
Although the plastic may take a few extra seconds to heat, the overall power saving will be substantial.
Safety Notice: It is advisable to monitor the heating stage by making frequent observations.
Never leave the machine unattended when actively heating plastic.
14. Heater Zone Controls.
The 300XQ heater is divided into 4 zones as shown by the diagram (12) on the control panel. This is to
allow the user maximum fl exibility especially when producing mouldings from diffi cult moulds or diffi cult
plastics. It is usual to turn the centre zone 1 down slightly because it gains extra heat from the other zones
surrounding it.
Machine arrangement (continuation)
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