Smipack FP560A - Page 44

Chapter 6 - Cleaning and maintenance
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PERIODICAL CHECK OF SAFETY COMPONENTS
Some components are fundamental due to their contribution to safety and therefore they
require periodical checks. These components are listed hereafter with the relative control
frequency.
Tab. 6.1.1 - Interventions on mechanical components
Machine
device
Symbol
used
Operations
to be carried out
Frequency of
intervention
Sealing unit
Remove any film residue on the sealing
blade and top frame. Clean the sealing
blade with a moist cloth wearing
protective gloves to avoid cuts and/or
burns.
12 hours
Make sure the cutting blade is not worn. 60 hours
Check the state of wear of the PTFE
underneath the sealing bar and replace it
if necessary.
Check that the sealing rubber is intact.
240 hours
Make sure the cutting blade is not worn;
replace the blade if necessary.
1500 hours
Check the tensioning of the spring.
Conveyor belt
unit
Remove any film residue with
compressed air.
12 hours
Check that all the transmission
components work perfectly.
1500 hours
Check for unwanted noise. 1500 hours
Replace any parts that are damaged.
Check the transmission belt for signs of
wear.
1500 hours
Automatism unit
(Only FP560A -
FP870A)
Check the transmission belt for signs of
wear.
1500 hours
Cooling unit
Check the level of coolant and top up if
necessary.
60 hours