Hobart Ultima Wrapper Operating instructions

F-34052 Rev. A (10-99)

Ultima Wrapping

System

Operator Manual

Models

ML-44173 (Right to Left)

ML-44174 (Left to Right)

701 S. RIDGE AVENUE

TROY, OHIO 45374

www.hobartcorp.com

Ultima Wrapping System

 Copyright Hobart Corporation 1998

Table Of Contents

INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................1-2

FCC Note............................................................................................................................................1-2

Verify Correctness of Weight & Price...........................................................................................1-3

Operator Manual Overview...........................................................................................................1-3

UNDERSTANDING THE SYSTEM...........................................................................................2-2

Electrical Connections .....................................................................................................................2-2

Communication Connections.........................................................................................................2-3

Using the Console.............................................................................................................................2-3

The Keypad.................................................................................................................................2-4

User Display...............................................................................................................................2-5

Understanding the Wrapper..........................................................................................................2-6

Selecting Film .............................................................................................................................2-6

Storing Film ................................................................................................................................2-6

Using Trays.................................................................................................................................2-6

Understanding Package Weight, Size, Shape and Range Guidelines..............................2-7

Threading Film...........................................................................................................................2-8

Loading Labels................................................................................................................................2-16

Removing and Replacing the Label Cassette............................................................................2-20

START-UP PROCEDURES...........................................................................................................3-2

Powering Up the System.................................................................................................................3-2

Setting the Date & Time ..................................................................................................................3-2

Understanding the Start a Run Screen .........................................................................................3-3

Verifying Zero Weight..............................................................................................................3-4

Rezeroing the Scale....................................................................................................................3-4

Weigh Types...............................................................................................................................3-4

Totals Types................................................................................................................................3-5

Selecting Weigh and Totals Types..........................................................................................3-5

Entering Operator IDs ..............................................................................................................3-5

HELP Key Functions........................................................................................................................3-6

Help on "F" Keys........................................................................................................................3-6

About the Keyboard..................................................................................................................3-6

Basic Help ...................................................................................................................................3-6

Moving Through the System...................................................................................................3-7

Accessing the On Screen Library...................................................................................................3-7

USING THE ULTIMA WRAPPING SYSTEM.........................................................................4-2

Setting Up the System......................................................................................................................4-3

Setting the Sealer Belt Temperature.......................................................................................4-3

Selecting the Film Width..........................................................................................................4-4

Adjusting the Film Tension .....................................................................................................4-6

Weighing, Wrapping, Printing and Applying (Auto Weigh)..................................................4-7

Auto Repeat.......................................................................................................................................4-9

Weighing, Printing and Applying (Semi Auto Weigh)............................................................4-9

Semi Auto Repeat...........................................................................................................................4-11

Weighing and Printing (Manual Weigh) ...................................................................................4-11

Manual Repeat................................................................................................................................4-12

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Wrapping Only...............................................................................................................................4-12

Wrapping Only (if a system component becomes inoperable) .............................................4-13

Printing Subtotals and Totals.......................................................................................................4-14

Setting the Countdown .................................................................................................................4-16

Enter the Sell By or Best Before Dates ........................................................................................4-18

Changing Product Information (Temporarily).........................................................................4-20

Using Forced Price.........................................................................................................................4-21

Using Forced Tare..........................................................................................................................4-22

Using Platter Tare...........................................................................................................................4-23

CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM............................................................5-2

About Proper Care...........................................................................................................................5-2

Guidelines..........................................................................................................................................5-3

Cleaning/Rinsing Guidelines.................................................................................................5-4

Sanitizing Guidelines................................................................................................................5-5

Cleaning Each Component.............................................................................................................5-6

Cleaning the Printhead....................................................................................................................5-8

Maintaining the Wrapper...............................................................................................................5-9

TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................................6-2

Reviewing System Errors................................................................................................................6-2

Possible System Problems ..............................................................................................................6-5

GLOSSARY......................................................................................................................................7-1

INDEX................................................................................................................................................8-1

Ultima Wrapping System

1 - 1 Introduction

Chapter One: Introduction

♦ Introduction

♦ FCC Note

♦ Verify Correctness of Weight & Price

♦ Operator Manual Overview

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Introduction

The Ultima Wrapping System combines a state-of-the-art

Automatic Stretch Wrapper and a PLU PrePack System. It

offers total merchandising sophistication, extreme wrapping

flexibility, and a multitude of fonts, graphics and label

types.

The system can significantly cut costs by automatically

sensing the package size and using the minimum amount of

film needed. This system can fit any store’s needs. It saves

labor, reduces down-time, and satisfies both employees and

customers.

FCC Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of

the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference when the

equipment is operated in commercial environment. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful interference; in

which case, the user will be required to correct the

interference at his own expense.

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Verify Correctness of

Weight & Price

Verification of information on labels should be made

routinely. Check the multiplication of price-per-pound times

weight, and check the indicated weight against printed

weight. Weigh the same package several times to verify

consistency. Keep in mind that some packages which weigh

near the middle of the .01 lb. increment will normally vary

up or down by .01 lb. Greater variation than .01 lb. indicates

a need for adjustment of the system. In such cases, or

whenever necessary, contact your authorized Hobart service

representative.

Operator Manual

Overview

This manual will use the following methods to explain

keystrokes and data entry procedures:

♦ The word PRESS means to press a key on the Control

Panel or a button on the Wrapper.

♦ The word TYPE means to press a series of keys on the

control panel followed by the [ENTER] key.

♦ The word SELECT means to choose an item from the

display.

♦ The word ENTER means to press the [ENTER] key on

the Control Panel. Be aware that, in normal operation,

the [ENTER] key and [DOWN ARROW] key perform

the same function.

♦ Words in uppercase enclosed in brackets (for example

[ENTER]) represent specific keys.

The following special instructions are used in the manual:

☛Note

A note is information that you need to know, but it is not an

actual step in the procedures.

✎Tip

A tip is additional information that may be useful when you

are using the system.

Look At This

Look At This is information to alert you that you may be

doing something that will permanently alter your system.

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Chapter Two: Understanding the System

♦ Electrical Connections

♦ Communication Connections

♦ Using the Console

♦ The Keypad

♦ User Display

♦ Understanding the Wrapper

♦ Selecting Film

♦ Storing Film

♦ Using Trays

♦ Understanding Package Weight, Size, Shape and Range Guidelines

♦ Threading Film

♦ Loading Labels

♦ Removing and Replacing the Label Cassette

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Understanding the

System

The Ultima Wrapping System is the solution you need to

address your back room packaging needs. This state-of-the-

art weighing/wrapping system can handle a broad variety

of products.

Utilizing memory from 1 MB expandable to 6 MB, the

system can store information on thousands of products. This

information includes NutriFacts and Safe Handling

instructions which enable you to meet labeling law

requirements, Expanded Text which is used for Ingredients,

Health Tips, Meal Planners, Recipes and Cooking

Instructions, as well as, Merchandising Graphics.

The Ultima Wrapping System should be installed or moved

only by qualified Hobart Service Technicians. It can operate

in a temperature range from 32˚F to 104˚F (0˚C to 40˚C).

Standard system components on every Ultima Wrapping

System include:

♦ Console

♦ Wrapper

♦ Platter/Weigher

♦ Printer

♦ Label Applier

Electrical Connections

The Console has power, if plugged in, as soon as the power

connections are made at the wrapper. The Printer must be

switched on, using the power switch located on the back of

the printer. The wrapper and label applier do not have

power until the circuit breaker is in the On position. The

circuit breaker is located just inside the small access door on

the right hand side of the wrapper’s lower front panel.

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Power runs to the Console through ModNet cable, which is

connected in the back of the console. The power key on the

console is used to turn the User Display on or off only. This

does not impact the system power.

A dedicated circuit, rated 208-240 volts, 60Hz, Phase 1

(3-wire plus ground) is required. Twenty (20) amp circuit

protection is also required.

Communication

Connections

In addition to the electrical connections, there are up to four

(4) additional communication connections.

At the rear of the printer, there are several ports for

peripherals such as:

♦ Disk Player/Recorder & Cassette Player/Recorder

(RS232)

♦ External Disk Drive or Secondary Printer (MODNET)

♦ Parallel Port for Printer (80 column Dot Matrix) -

Optional

♦ RJ-11 Jack for RS-485 Communications (ScaleMaster)

♦ RG-45 Jack for Ethernet 10BaseT Connector

☛ Note

You can also use an IBM-AT/PS keyboard in place of the

keypad. To purchase the keyboard kit or the interface cable,

contact your local Hobart Representative.

Using the Console

The console consists of:

♦ User Display - displays all information to the user.

♦ Ke

yp

ad - enables

y

ou to enter information into an

y

field.

♦ Speedkey Panel (Optional) - adds 72 additional

Speedkeys.

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The Keypad Refer to the following table for specific key descriptions.

Key/Highlight Function

POWER Turns the screen and the keyboard ON/OFF.

“F” Keys (F1-F8) Enables you to make selections from the menu screens.

Numeric Keypad Enables you to enter numeric data.

BACKSPACE Enables you to remove the character to the left of the cursor.

CLEAR Enables you to reset a numeric field to zero. This key is not active in a text field.

ESCAPE Enables you to return to the previous screen.

PRINT Enables you to print a label or report.

NOTE: This is only available in specific modes; Manual Weigh, Manual Repeat

and Supervisor.

ENTER Enables you to accept the selected data and advance to the next field or screen.

PREV (Previous) Moves you back one page.

NOTE: This can also be used to print Subtotals.

NEXT Moves you to the next page.

NOTE: This can also be used to print Totals.

ARROW KEYS UP and DOWN Arrow Keys enable you to move the cursor from field-to-field or

LEFT and RIGHT Arrow Keys enable you to move the cursor from character-to-

character within a field.

SAVE/RECALL Press this key to have the system remember a series of keystrokes which can be

recalled later by entering a reference number (Macro ID).

NOTE: This key should be used in Supervisor mode only.

SUPER MENU ON/OFF Enables you to access the Supervisor Menu.

REZERO Enables you to set the scale to 0.00 pounds/0.0 grams.

HELP Enables you to access the Help Screens. The system is equipped with context

sensitive Help Screens to assist you in quick, efficient operation. From the Run

Screen in the Operate mode, it enables you to access the On Screen Library and

select a PLU. Refer to the Glossary for a complete description of the On Screen

Library.

ALPHA CHARACTERS Enables you to enter upper case or lower case alpha characters while in a text

field.

SPECIAL CHARS. Press this key to type a special character (found in the upper left corner of each

alpha-key). You must press Special Chars. for each Special Character you type.

CHANGE CASE Enables you to switch between Upper or Lower Case. You must press Change

Case each time you want to change the case in a text field.

RETURN Advances the cursor to the next field or inserts an End-of-Line in a text field.

SPACE Enables you to type (add) a space between words or characters.

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☛Tip

The optional IBM AT/PS keyboard is helpful when entering

large amounts of data at one time.

The optional keyboard interface cable is REQUIRED for

programming on a remote keyboard.

User Display The Ultima Wrapping System’s User Display has several

common screen highlights that assists you in interacting

with the system. The highlights act the same regardless of

your screen location.

Highlight Description

Active Field A box surrounding text or numeric fields

indicates that the field is active. If you

begin typing from the keyboard or

control panel, data is entered into this

field.

Bar Cursor A bar cursor (❚) indicates that the field is

a text field.

Block Cursor A block cursor (■) indicates that the

field is a numeric field.

Changeable Fields If a field has a dotted line (.............)

under it, the field can be changed or

edited.

Grayed Fields If a field or selection is grayed, it is not

available for that particular screen or

transaction.

Prompt Line The Prompt Line is white text, reversed

out of a black box. It is typically located

at the bottom portion of the screen. It

prompts you on what your next step

should be. (Depending on your

configuration, it may be black text

reversed out of a white box.)

Screen Title The Screen Title identifies the screen

name and function that you are

attempting to complete. It is typically

located at the top left corner of the

screen.

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Understanding the

Wrapper The wrapper is an automatic stretch wrapper designed to

utilize rolled stretch film. The package size is automatically

sensed by the wrapper, which then selects the minimum

film width and length required to properly wrap each

package.

Selecting Film The wrapping material required is rolled machine stretch

film. This wrapper is capable of using 15” to 20” film

(width). The size of film required is determined by the size

of the package being wrapped. The film must be on 3” cores,

and the maximum roll diameter is 9.5”. The minimum

recommended gauge for the Ultima Wrapping System is 60.

Film widths should allow a 1” overlap on the bottom of the

package between flaps. Excessive film width should be

avoided because it can cause poor sealing, due to too many

folded layers of film under the package.

Storing Film Film should be stored at temperatures between 50˚F and

70˚F (10˚C and 21˚C) with a relative humidity of 50% to 85%.

Storage temperatures outside this range can adversely affect

film performance and life expectancy.

Using Trays All products must be contained within a tray in order to be

wrapped. The tray design and material must be strong

enough and rigid enough to be used for machine wrapping.

Damp or soft trays will not work properly and can cause

package jams and loss of product.

For best results, the bottom of the tray should be flat. Trays

which are distorted or have irregular bottoms cause

problems with package movement and film sealing.

Trays must have an angled edge of not less than 15˚ to allow

the rear underfolder to roll under the package while

wrapping the film under the tray.

The maximum tray width is 15” and the maximum length is

10”. Trays less than 1⁄2” high are not recommended. Flat

boards or paper stripping are not acceptable containers.

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Understanding Package

Weight, Size, Shape and

Range Guidelines

The performance of your wrapping system is partially

dependent on the package size and shape. Bulky or odd

shaped packages tend to roll and do not wrap properly.

Package length is defined as the length of the package based

on the direction which it travels through the machine.

Package width must always exceed package height. If the

package is high, but short, it may roll over as it travels

through the wrapper.

Uneven distribution of product weight in a package may

result in improper sealing or packages turning over. If the

package is heavy on one side, it should be placed in the

machine with the heavy side away from the operator.

Product must be completely within the tray. Overhanging or

projecting parts could cause package jams resulting in

damage to the system and loss of time and product.

Minimum and maximum package size dimensions are

illustrated below.

Appropriate Film Roll Widths

Tray Size Approximate

Dimension Maximum

Height 15” 17” 18” 19” 20”

1S 5” x 5” x 5

/8” 3 1

/4” üü

üü

17S 8” x 4 1

/2” x 5

/8” 3” üü

üü

2S 8” x 5 1

/2” x 5

/8” 3 1

/2” üü

üü

20S 8 3

/4” x 6 1

/4” x 5

/8” 4” üü

üü

4S 9” x 7” x 5

/8” 4 1

/2” üü

üü

**5S 10” x 5” x 5

/8” 3 1

/4” üü

üü

**8S 10” x 8” x 5

/8” 5” üü

üü

**10S 10 1

/2” x 5 1

/2” x 5

/8 3 1

/2” üü

üü

12S 11” x 9” x 5

/8” 5” üü

üü üü

üü

16S 12” x 7” x 5

/8” 5” üü

üü üü

üü

9S 12” x 10” x 5

/8” 5” üü

üü üü

üü

10 x 14 14” x 10” x 5

/8” 5” üü

üü üü

üü

*7S 14 1

/2” x 5 1

/2” x 5

/8” 3 1

/2” üü

üü üü

üü

*25S 15” x 8” x 5

/8” 5” üü

üü üü

üü

* The machine must be set up for 15” maximum width trays.

** High profile packages may need wider film.

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Threading Film Keep the film as straight as possible through the threading

process. The following steps are required when changing

both wide and narrow film. If you are changing only one

type of film, modify the steps appropriately.

To thread film:

1. PRESS the STOP (red) button and allow the machine to

stop.

➱WARNING

OPEN THE FRONT ACCESS DOOR AND TURN OFF THE

MAIN ELECTRICAL SWITCH.

2. Open the rear door. A film threading diagram similar to

the following is located on the inside of the unit.

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3. Release the spring handles on the film selector wide

supply by pushing up toward the center. Remove any

wide film lying in the selector.

4. Release the spring handles on the film selector narrow

supply by pushing down toward the center. Remove any

narrow film lying in the selector.

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5. Lift the dancing rollers and rotate the narrow film

supply shaft so the pin is vertical.

6. Loosen the 2 set screws on the film supply collar. (A T-

handled Allen wrench is located on the inside of the

machine for this purpose.)

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7. Pull the narrow film supply shaft toward you. (You are

lifting the free end of the film shaft off the support

rollers enabling the shaft to swing out.)

8. If applicable, remove the empty film roll.

9. Install the narrow film so when you pull the film toward

you, it comes from the top.

10. Install the film supply collar. Be sure both collars are

flush with the film roll. You may need to tap the film

collar into place with the old film core.

11. Rotate the free end of the narrow film supply shaft back

onto the support rollers.

12. Verify that the film is centered on the shaft. (You may

have to loosen the other set screw to center.) When

centered, tighten the set screws on the collar(s).

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13. Thread the film under the dancing roller and up over the

guide roller.

14. Pull the film over the bar at the bottom of the film

selector.

15. Put the film over the tip of your fingers and push

through the opening, between the metal and rubber

roller. Make sure the film gets to the end of the film

selector fingers.

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