FOCKE MELER GLUING SOLUTIONS
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INTRODUCTION
Description
Intended use
The B4 VS melter is designed for use in the following conditions:
• Melting and pumping hot-melt adhesives at a temperature of up to
200°C.
• Use of the melter with Meler accessories.
• Installation of the melter in accordance with the safety regulations
in force and the instructions in this manual (fittings, electrical
connection, hydraulic connection, etc.).
• Use of the melter in environments that are non-explosive and not
chemically aggressive.
• Use of the melter in line with the safety instructions included in this
manual, as well as on the labels included on the equipment, using
adequate means of protection during each operating mode.
Limited use
The B4 VS melter should be used as intended and under no circumstances
should it be used in the following conditions:
• Use with adhesives or any other material that could pose a safety or
health risk when heated.
• Use of the melters in environments where waterjet cleaning is
required.
• Use of the melters to heat or melt food products.
• Use or handling of the equipment without adequate safety protection.
Operating modes
The B4 VS melter can be used in the operating modes described below:
Operating mode_The melter keeps the hot components at the
temperature indicated on the display, which has been preselected
as the desired value. The pump-motor unit remains activated while
it waits for a consumption request via the opening of one or two
application guns.
Internal control of pumping and speed _Switches in the position
ok ‘int’ and ref ’int’. In this mode of operation, the user has full
control of pumping and the set speed of the pump rotation.
Control of internal pumping and external speed_Switches in the
position ok ‘int’ and ref ’ext’. This mode of operation is performed
through internal pumping control and speed control by means of
an external 0-10 V signal sent from the main machine.