Double Impulse Portable Sealers Model: FKR-200A, FKR-300A, FKR-400A Distributed By: Version 1.
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F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L General Information Thank you for purchasing our FKR-A Series Double Impulse Portable Sealers. This owner’s manual contains information relating to your sealer. The manual will provide you with basic information concerning both operation and maintenance of your new machine. Please read it carefully as failure to do so may result in bodily injury and/or damage to the equipment. Please fill in the information below.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Safety Instructions WARNING! Below are general safety precautions and warnings that should be understood prior to setting up or operating your equipment. Read and fully understand all instructions and warnings prior to using this unit. Your safety is most important! Failure to comply with procedures may result in serious injury or property damage. Remember: Your personal safety is your responsibility.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Never touch the heating element(s) with bare hand while the sealer is plugged into a power source, in operation or just finished operation. Touching heated areas may cause fire and/or severe burns. While machine is in operation, do not place fingers, tools, or other foreign objects on or into the machine. Do not place hands or fingers near pinch points. Do not touch machine while it is in operation.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Introduction FKR-A Series double impulse portable sealers are lightweight and easy to use anywhere. The sealer is ideal for sealing polyethylene and laminated foils. Equipped with top and bottom heating elements, our double impulse sealers can seal thicker thermoplastic materials up to 20mil in total thickness. Applications include sealing around oddly shaped products including drum, box liners or sealing around large, irregularly sized objects.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Getting to Know your Portable Sealer FKR-A Series Double Impulse Portable Sealers are simple and efficient sealing machines. Timer Handle Seal at the lowest timer setting that will seal material Hold down handles to activate sealing Power Button Timer Light Seal Jaws Place material between jaws to seal Figure 1.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Operating your Sealer Important Read this manual carefully, and make it available to everyone connected with the supervision, maintenance, or operation of this machine. Additional copies are available at your request. (Contact your distributor for this information.) Be very careful when operating, adjusting, or servicing this equipment. If in doubt, stop and obtain qualified help before proceeding.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Operation 1. Before operating, check the heating element, PTFE cover, PTFE adhesive and the silicone rubber. 2. Insert the power cord into the correct receptacle (120V). 3. Turn the power switch on. 4. Set the timer knob to the lowest setting. Always start with a low setting and increase gradually as needed. 5. Place material to be sealed between the jaws. Hold the handle down firmly to activate the sealing cycle.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Maintenance The following maintenance procedures should be followed to ensure the longevity of your FKR-A Series double impulse portable sealer. Inspection and Cleaning 1. Inspect your machine daily. 2. Use a clean cloth to remove any plastic residue remaining on the PTFE cloth. 3. When replacing the elements, always check the condition of the bottom PTFE tape. 4. Check the condition of the silicone rubber for wear and burns.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L To install your replacement kit on your sealer, turn off power and unplug sealer. Removing Worn Parts. 1. Loosen the four screws on the PTFE cover plate on both sides of the sealer body. Remove the PTFE cover. Figure 3. Loosen screws on PTFE plate. 2. Unscrew the cap and nut that are holding the heating element (Figure 4). To remove the heating element, use a screw driver to press down on the mounting screw which is spring loaded (Figure 5).
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L 2. Apply the adhesive to the sealer’s sealing platform. Tuck the adhesive close to the mounting screw as possible. Note: The PTFE adhesive serves as a barrier between the sealer body and element. Never allow the element to come in direct contact with the sealer body. A good rule of thumb is to replace the PTFE adhesive every time you change the element. 3. Hook one end of the element to the mounting screw.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Parts Diagram Figure 6.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Figure 7.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Figure 8.
F K R - A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution 1. Disconnected power cord 2. Power cord is broken 3. Transformer is broken 1. Check or change plug 2. Replace power cord 3. Replace the transformer No sealing Timer lights are on 1. Heating element is broken 2. Poor contact at heating terminal blocks 3. Microswitch malfunction 4. Microswitch out of place 1. Replace the heating element 2. Clean, tighten or change the heating terminal blocks 3.
