In this entry we’ll cover the correct process for the Gartech Glue System start-up. The following information covers our recommended process for start-up once glue, air, and cold water are supplied and connected. We follow these guidelines during first installation, as well as after a service call, a significant upgrade, or transfer of the glue system from one flexo folder gluer to another.
Gartech Glue System Start-Up
CAUTION: Be certain all personnel are standing clear of the glue unit prior to start-up. Keep hands and loose clothing clear of moving parts and never attempt to clean the glue wheels while they are turning. As always, respect your plant’s safety guidelines.
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1) Open the glue supply line valve from the Gartech Glue Reservoir. (Item No. 18 in the above layout.) This sends glue to the Gartech Glue Manifold.
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2) From the control panel, start-up the Glue System motor by turning the key selector switch to READY position.
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3) From the user interface, press the button to begin Upper Glue or Lower Glue for inside or outside glue application as required for the pending order or as a test cycle. Glue will flow from the Glue Manifold to the Gartech Glue Shoe.
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4) Glue will appear on the patterned area of the glue wheel only, as determined by the Glue Shoe Metering settings.
Now that we’ve completed the start-up process, the glue unit is now ready for production running. Your pattern should look like the wheel shown above. If not, double-check the metering settings, the glue formula, or adjust the volume of glue flowing from the reservoir. It never hurts to check the gap between items 6 & 9 on the below layout. This sensor lets the control panel know to open or close the ball valve that lets glue pass into the Glue Manifold.
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And, finally, an overview of the complete Gartech Glue System (download or print copy):
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