Automatic Foot Sealers Model: KS-FS455, KS-FS605, KS-FS805 Distributed By: Version 1.1 Last Updated: 2/20/2020 Sealer Sales | www.sealersales.com | Tel: 818-718-8818 | E-mail: contact@sealersales.
General Information Thank you for purchasing our KS-FS Automatic Foot Sealers This owner’s manual contains information relating to your foot 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. You will find the information on the machine identification plate.
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Table of Contents Safety Instructions ........................................................................................... 1 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 3 Operating your Foot Sealer ............................................................................ 5 Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 7 Parts Diagram .........................
K S - F S 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.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L 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. Perform all procedures carefully and watch where hands and fingers are at all times. The sealer is not water resistant or water proof. Spraying down the machine will damage machine or cause electrical shock. Do not submerge the sealer into water or liquid.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Introduction KS-FS Series sealers are automatic foot sealers ideal for high volume poly bag and other thermoplastic sealing. The sealer allows you to keep both hands free for quicker and more accurate sealing. Our KSFS foot sealers can seal polyethylene, polypropylene, saran, nylon, static shielding bags, Mylar up to 20mil in total thickness.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Getting to Know your Foot Sealer KS-FS Foot Sealers are simple and efficient sealing machines. Control Panel Setting Adjustments Increase or decrease settings as needed Seal Time Setting Manual / Auto Mode Adjust seal time based on material thickness Congeal Time Setting Adjust congeal time based on seal time and material thickness.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Operating your Sealer Assembly Instructions 1. Insert standing tube (Figure 8, Item #7) into the pedal base (Figure 8, Item #1) and connect with a screw. Make sure the side with two screw holes is facing upwards. 2. Place sealing head in the tube and screw in place using the two long screws (Figure 8, Item #810, 13). 3. Optional: Connect working plate to body using two working bolts. Affix the working table using the two remaining working bolts. 4.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L 6. Press the AUTO button to adjust recycle settings when the sealer is in automatic mode. This will determine the time between each seal cycle. Please disregard the AUTO button when using the sealer in manual mode. 7. Choose the appropriate mode: manual or auto. Press the A/M button to rotate between the two modes. a. For manual operation, place the material to be sealed under the sealing arm and press the foot switch to activate the upper sealing jaw. b.
K S - F S 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 KS-FS foot 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.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Figure 3. Loosen screws on PTFE plate. Figure 4. Pull PTFE cover to expose heating element. 3. Remove the heating element by unscrewing the element screw (Figure 8, Item #50) (apply pressure to the heating element with your finger while unscrewing the screw to prevent the heating element from twisting). 4. Peel off the PTFE adhesive under the heating element. Installing New Replacement Parts. 1. Remove the backing of the liner found on the PTFE adhesive. 2.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L 5. Tighten the screws to affix the PTFE cover plate. 6. If a whole roll of PTFE cover needs to be replaced, loosen the wing nut (Figure 8, Item #46) found on the plate for PTFE (Figure 8, Item #47) and remove the PTFE roller (Figure 8, Item #48). Tape one end of the PTFE cover to the rod and roll up the entire piece. Position the PTFE cover and rod using the plate for PTFE.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Parts Diagram Figure 8.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Figure 9.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Figure 10.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution No sealing Timer lights off 1. Disconnected power cord 2. Power cord is broken 3. Blown fuse 4. Transformer is broken 1. Check or change plug 2. Replace power cord 3. Replace fuse 4. Replace the transformer No sealing Timer lights are on 1. Heating element is broken 2. Poor contact at heating terminal blocks 1. Replace the heating element 2.
K S - F S I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Spare Parts List Included with imprinter are the following parts. Please note that spare parts included with your foot sealer are subject to change without notice.
