How to Operate the Machine (BEL 290T)

There is a manual air ‘ON/OFF’ valve located where the air supply is connected to the machine at the filter-regulator unit and it must be in the ON position to supply air to the machine circuit. In addition, there is an air supply solenoid valve operated by the electrical machine controls.

Ensure that the machine's main air solenoid valve is shut OFF before attempting to clear jams or make minor adjustments which require you to get close to the moving parts of the machine. This air valve shuts off when the ‘EMERGENCY STOP’ button is activated, guard doors are opened or when the main power is switched OFF.

To carry out service or repair work safely on the machine, the manual air ‘ON/OFF’ valve is located on all WEXXAR machines upstream of the filter-regulator unit. Padlock this valve in the OFF position for absolute safety during service work. Always follow local lock-out/tag-out regulations.

Always exercise caution when switching the compressed air back ON. Stay well clear of all moving parts, as they may move quickly when the pressure is reapplied. Make sure that no other people are in a dangerous position when switching the compressed air ON. When the valve is turned to the OFF position, air pressure in the machine circuit is exhausted.

A ‘MAIN DISCONNECT’ switch is located on the lower control panel Switch on the electrical supply to power the machine programmable logic controller [PLC] and control screen [HMI]. They with then go through their startup cycles and be ready for machine operation.

The lockable ‘MAIN DISCONNECT’ switch should be OFF and locked before service work is attempted outside of the control enclosure. Before performing service work inside of the control enclosure, disconnect all electrical power to the machine (either by unplugging the supply cord or switching OFF a separate customer-supplied disconnect).

The main supply voltage is typically 120V 60Hz single phase, but alternate voltages are available to meet specific customer requests.

A powered infeed conveyor belt is the preferred method of feeding cases to the BEL 290 although gravity or manual feed may also be used. For powered conveyor infeed, a speed of 60 FPM or less is recommended.

The BEL 290 can be equipped with an optional timed stop gate which separates the cases as they enter the machine. This feature is actuated by PHS01 (photo sensor 01).