GENERAL
1) The most common reason for this to happen is that the applicator is webbed incorrectly. (Refer to manual for webbing instructions.)
2) A: Web braking can also be caused from the clutch being too tight. (Refer to manual for adjustment procedures.
1) Check air supply and filter.
2) Check for a plugged hose. (If found, clear obstruction or replace.)
3) Check to make sure that Tamp duration is not set to zero.
4) Check all cable connections.
SEMI-AUTOMATIC
1) Check to make sure the controller has not been disabled.
2) Disconnect the product trigger (photocell) from controller and press START button. If applicator functions correctly, photocell may need to be replaced or adjusted.
1) If tamp duration is too short the Head Up switch located at the top of the air cylinder will not change state causing a “Head Down Fault”. (Set duration longer)
2) Depress test button on the Tamp Valve to make sure air cylinder is functioning correctly.
3) Check the programmed state of the Head-Up switch. (See manual)
AUTOMATIC PRINT & APPLY
1) Check to make sure that the print engine is ONLINE and not in an error condition.
2) Make sure that there is a print quantity on the printer display. If quantity is at zero, check software and connectivity between computer and print engine.
3) Make sure printer is set to correct applicator/interface mode. (Zebra = Mode 1) (Sato M84xxS engines=Mode 3)
1) The take-up motor only runs when the Label Mill printer/applicator is cycling and will not function when the operator simply presses the feed button on the print engine.
2) A: Check cable connections
1) Check to make sure the controller has not been disabled.
2) Disconnect the product trigger (photocell) from controller and press START button. If applicator functions correctly, photocell may need to be replaced or adjusted
1) If tamp duration is too short the Head Up switch located at the top of the air cylinder will not change state causing a “Head Down Fault”. (Set duration longer)
2) Depress test button on the Tamp Valve to make sure air cylinder is functioning correctly.
3) Check the programmed state of the Head-Up switch. (See manual)
1) Reload labels through print engine making sure the labels are passing through the label sensor.
2) Check label sensor to make sure it is sitting over the top of the label. (See Sato manual)
3) Print engine label sensor may need to be recalibrated. (See Sato manual)
1) Check to make sure that the print engine is ONLINE and not in an error condition.
2) Make sure that there is a print quantity on the printer display. If quantity is at zero check software and connectivity between computer and print engine.
3) Make sure printer is set to correct applicator/interface mode (SatoLT408/412=Mode 1)
4) Check Interface Cable that runs between the print engine and the Label Mill.
1) The take-up motor only runs when the Label Mill printer/applicator is cycling and will not function when the operator simply presses the feed button on the print engine.
2) Check cable connections.
1) Check to make sure the controller has not been disabled.
2) Disconnect the product trigger (photocell) from controller and press START button. If applicator functions correctly, photocell may need to be replaced or adjusted
1) Check to make sure that the air is turned on and the tamp head is in the home position. With applicator turned on check that the Head-Up limit switch (located at the top of the air cylinder) is displaying a red light. If red light is not on, loosen bracket on limit switch and move to the up most position where light comes on, secure sensor and try to cycle again.
2) Depress test button on the Tamp Valve to make sure air cylinder is functioning correctly.
3) Check the programmed state of the Head-Up switch. (See manual)
1) If tamp duration is too short the Head Up switch located at the top of the air cylinder will not change state causing a “Head Down Fault”. (Set duration longer)
2) Depress test button on the Tamp Valve to make sure air cylinder is functioning correctly.
3) Check the programmed state of the Head-Up switch. (See manual)
1) Reload labels through print engine making sure the labels are passing through the label sensor.
2) Check label sensor to make sure it is sitting over the top of the label. (See Sato manual)
3) Print engine label sensor may need to be recalibrated. (See Sato manual)
AUTOMATIC APPLY
1) Check to make sure the controller has not been disabled.
2) Disconnect the product trigger (photocell) from controller and press START button. If applicator functions correctly, photocell may need to be replaced or adjusted.
1) Check for proper webbing of label stock. A: Check and clean label sensor if necessary.
2) Label Stock must have a minimum of 1/8” gap between labels (industry standard) in order for the applicator to work correctly.
1) If there are too many labels missing on the web, the controller thinks that it cannot see a gap between labels.
2) Make sure that the applicator is properly webbed. (Running through the gap sensor)
3) Web sensor might not be set correctly for label material. Run the “Auto Gap Set”. (See manual if necessary)
1) If tamp duration is too short the Head Up switch located at the top of the air cylinder will not change state causing a “Head Down Fault”. (Set duration longer)
2) Depress test button on the Tamp Valve to make sure air cylinder is functioning correctly.
3) Check the programmed state of the Head-Up switch. (See manual)