Elcometer 4340 Bedienungsanleitung
English
Elcometer 4340
Motorised Film Applicator
Operating Instructions
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English
This product meets the Electromagnetic Directive, Low Voltage
Directive and the Machinery Directive.
The product is Class A, Group 1 ISM equipment according to CISPR 11
Group 1 ISM product: A product in which there is intentionally generated and/
or used conductively coupled radio-frequency energy which is necessary for
the internal functioning of the equipment itself.
Class A product are suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic
and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which
supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
is a registered trademark of Elcometer Limited.
All other trademarks acknowledged.
© Copyright Elcometer Limited. 2010.
All rights reserved. No part of this Document may be reproduced, transmitted,
transcribed, stored (in a retrieval system or otherwise) or translated into any
language, in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, magnetic,
optical, manual or otherwise) without the prior written permission of
Elcometer Limited.
A copy of this Instruction Manual is available for download on our Website via
www.elcometer.com.
Doc.No. TMA-0319 Issue 06
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CONTENTS
Section Page
1 About your applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.1 The parts of your applicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Power input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 The control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.4 Product overflow tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5 Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.6 Setting the carriage start and stop positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.7 Fitting attachments to the carriage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 Mounting the substrate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1 Mounting using the spring clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2 Mounting using vacuum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4 Using film applicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 Using spiral bar coaters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6 Producing a specimen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.1 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.2 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.3 After application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7 Heated tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7.1 Water heated table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7.2 Electrically heated table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
9 Technical specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
10 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
11 Related equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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hank you for purchasing this Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator.
Welcome to Elcometer.
Elcometer are world leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of
inspection equipment for coatings and concrete.Our products cover all aspects
of coating inspection, from development through application to post application
inspection.
The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator, is a world beating product. With the
purchase of this product you now have access to the worldwide service and
support network of Elcometer. For more information visit our website at
www.elcometer.com
1 ABOUT YOUR APPLICATOR
The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator is a robust, reliable and extremely
flexible machine. The machine is used to prepare a wide variety of product
samples including paint, varnish, cosmetics, glue, etc., on various substrates
such as contrast charts, sheet steel, plastic foils and glass.
The Motorised Film Applicator is designed for use with spiral bar coaters and
film applicators (depending upon attachments specified at time of ordering).
The substrate is held securely in place on the table of the machine by clamp or
vacuumaand the machine spreads the product in a consistent and reproducible
film across the surface.
1.1 These instructions
These instructions describe the operation of the following Elcometer Motorised
Film Applicators:
Model No. Vacuum table type Table heating
Elcometer 4340/10- non-vacuum none
Elcometer 4340/11- non-vacuum external water bathb
Elcometer 4340/12- non-vacuum internal electric element
Elcometer 4340/100 perforated none
Elcometer 4340/101 single channel none
Elcometer 4340/102 double channel none
Elcometer 4340/110 perforated external water bathb
a. Substrate securing method depends upon model.
b. Supplied ready to be fitted with a temperature bath. Temperature bath not included.
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Elcometer 4340/111 single channel external water bathb
Elcometer 4340/112 double channel external water bathb
Elcometer 4340/120 perforated internal electric element
Elcometer 4340/121 single channel internal electric element
Elcometer 4340/122 double channel internal electric element
1.2 Standards
The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator can be used in accordance with the
following standard, ASTM D 823-C.
1.3 What the box contains
• Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator
• Substrate securing clip on table
• Bubble spirit level
• Operating instructions
Your Motorised Film Applicator may be supplied with additional attachments,
depending upon which options were specified at the time of ordering:
• Film applicator attachment (with weight and hexagonal wrench)
• Spiral bar coater attachment (with weight x 2, hexagonal wrench, rubber
mat x 2, and zero bar)
• Film applicator and spiral bar coater attachment (with weight x 3, hexagonal
wrench, rubber mat x 2 and zero bar)
The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator is packed in a cardboard and foam
package. Please ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an
environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local Environmental Authority
for further guidance.
To maximise the benefits of your new Elcometer Motorised Film
Applicator please take some time to read these Operating Instructions. Do
not hesitate to contact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have
any questions.
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2 GETTING STARTED
This section of the instructions is intended for first-time users of the Motorised
Film Applicator. It contains information on the parts and controls of your
Applicator and advice on safe use of the equipment. When you have finished
reading this section you will be ready to start using the Applicator.
2.1 The parts of your applicator
Figure 1. Parts of the Applicator
(this model fitted with spiral bar coater attachment)
2.2 Power input
The power input socket at the rear of the Applicator (Figure 2) is protected by
two fuses - see “Technical specification” on page 19 for fuse rating.
Figure 2. Power input socket, main on/off switch and fuse holder
Table
Controls
Carriage Substrate
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2.3 The control panel
The Applicator is operated using the controls mounted on the front panel of the
machine. The controls fitted to your Applicator depend upon model number:
Figure 3. Control panels - all models
10-
100
101
102
Carriage speed
Carriage return
Power on/off
Carriage start
Model
Number
11-
110
111
112
Temperature display
Hot surface warning lamp
12-
120
121
122
Temperature control/display
Electrically heated table on/off
Hot surface warning lamp
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2.3.1 Power on/off
To switch on the Applicator, ensure the main power on/off switch at the rear of
the Applicator is in the ‘on’ position and then press the green button on the
control panel. The indicator light in the centre of the button will illuminate.
To switch the Applicator off, press the red button on the control panel.
2.3.2 Carriage start and return
To start the carriage, press carriage start . The carriage will stop when it
reaches the stop position.
To return the carriage to the start, press carriage return . The carriage will
stop when it reaches the start position.
To stop the carriage movement at any time, press the red button on the control
panel.
The start and stoppositions can be adjusted-see“Settingthecarriagestart and
stop positions” on page 8.
2.3.3 Setting the carriage speed
Carriage speed is adjustable; there are 11 preset speeds which are selected by
rotating the carriage speed selector knob.
Note: Do not adjust the carriage speed while the carriage is moving.
Carriage speed
selector position Carriage speed
(mm per second)
15
210
320
430
540
650
760
870
980
10 90
11 100
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2.4 Product overflow tray
(These instructions apply only to models fitted with a vacuum table)
The product overflow tray acts as a small reservoir to catch waste product which
is pushed off the end of the table by the applicator. The tray can be removed to
allow waste product to be cleaned off.
Figure 4. Product overflow tray
2.5 Caution
The Elcometer Motorised Film Applicator has been manufactured with your
safety in mind. However, improper use can result in damage to the Applicator.
Please observe the precautions discussed in these operating instructions.
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not open the housing of the
Applicator. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the Applicator to rain
or excess moisture.
The mains plug on your Applicator may be fitted with a fuse. When replacing
this fuse, ensure a fuse of the correct rating is used.
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2.6 Setting the carriage start and stop positions
Set the start and stop positions of the carriage to adjust the distance the
carriage travels during operation.
To adjust start position
1. Switch machine on.
2. Press carriage start . The
carriage will stop automatically
when it reaches the stop
position.
3. Unscrew knob (2), (Figure 5).
4. Slide knurled knob to new
position and tighten.
To adjust stop position
1. Switch machine on.
2. Press carriage return . The carriage will stop automatically when it
reaches the start position.
3. Unscrew knob (1), (Figure 5).
4. Slide knurled knob to new position and tighten.
Figure 5. Rear of machine showing
carriage start and stop adjustments
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