GREENBRIDGE B400 Battery Powered Friction Weld Tool Instruction Manual

GREENBRIDGE B400 Battery Powered Friction Weld Tool

Product Information

Specifications

• Tool Size: Length: 11.4 inches, Width: 5.5inches, Height: 6.5 inches, Weight with battery: 7.9 lbs
• Power Requirement: 14.8V-2 A/h LI-POBattery
• Performances:
  • Maximum Tension Force: 2200N
  • Tensioning Speed: 12mt/m
  • Sealing: Friction weld seal
  • Joint Strength: 80% break strength*
  • Sound Emission: 81 dB (A)
  • Vibrations at Handle: 2.2 ms2

Product Usage Instructions

Installation
The LI-PO (Lithium-Polymer) battery comes fully charged. Insert the battery into the tool until it locks in place with the security lever. Only use Polychem accessories for optimal performance.

Tool Accessories

• Battery: Ensure correct insertion and removal from the tool and charger. Green LED indicates charge complete, while blinking red LED signals high battery temperature.
• Wearing Plate: Consider using a stainless steel plate to protect the base when operating on abrasive surfaces. Part number for the kit is 189803.
• Suspension Hook: Equip the tool with a suspension hook for added convenience. Part number for the hook is 190144.

Operating Elements and Adjustments
Do not operate the tool without strap to avoid damage. Follow the below steps for adjustments:

• Programming: Push the tension button with the feed wheel open to activate the board. Press S+ (Welding) and T+ (Tension) keys simultaneously for approximately 10 sec to adjust welding and tension.
• Welding – Cutting Time Adjustment: Follow the provided instructions for welding/cutting time adjustment.
• Strap Tension Adjustment: Use T+ or T- key for adjusting strap tension.

FAQ

Q: How long is the warranty period for the tools and batteries?
A: Greenbridge offers a 6-month warranty for tools and battery chargers and a 120-day warranty for batteries from the shipping date document.

Q: Can I use accessories other than Polychem with this tool?
A: It is recommended to only use Polychem accessories with the tool for optimal performance and compatibility.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

WEAR EYE, FACE, AND HAND PROTECTION WHEN OPERATING THE TOOL.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

The tool must be used by properly trained people. Failure to follow the operating instructions or improper use could cause strap breakage, injuries, or package damages.
Check tool daily, do not use tool with worn or damaged parts. Use original spare parts for replacement. Never modify any tool part.
Do not put fingers, hands or other body parts between the strap and package during the cycle.
It is your responsibility to check the seal joints made by your tool. Training about the weld time adjustment will be useful to check the seal quality in order to avoid severe injury. Never move goods with bad quality seals. Only use specific strap dispenser to dispense the strap. Keep your working area clean and always use the tool in good balance and safety conditions. Never use straps as a means of pulling or lifting goods.
Always use a proper safety strap cutter and keep other people and yourself at a safe distance from strap, always stand to side of strap, away from direction of strap trajectory once cut. Hold the upper strap portion and pay attention that the lower strap will snap forward away from you.

Improper operation, excessive tensioning, use of non-recommended strap, or sharp corners on the package could cause a loss of strap tension and/or strap breakage that could lead to packaging failure or injury. The following is recommended; use edge protectors if package has sharp corners, place the strap correctly around a properly positioned package, stand in safety position (on one side of strap) during strapping cycle, and use the correct strap quality, width, thickness, and break strength as recommended in this manual.
Please save this manual, as it is a part of the tool. This tool is manufactured without any substances which could be dangerous to health. National instructions must be observed for disposal of all the parts.

TECHNICAL DATA

TOOL SIZE|  |
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Length:|  | 11.4”
Width:|  | 5.5”
Height:|  | 6.5”
Weight with battery:|  | 7.9lbs
POWER REQUIREMENT|  |
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Battery|  | 14.8V-2 A/h LI-PO
PERFORMANCES|  |
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Maximum Tension force:|  | 2200N
Tensioning speed:|  | 12mt/m

Sealing:

|  |

Friction weld seal

Joint strength:

|  |

**80% break strength***

Level sound emission. Measurement type A (2003/10/CE)|  |

81 dB (A)

Vibrations at handle (2002/44/CE)|  |

2.2 ms 2

Depends of strap quality

Working temperature: the tool should be used between 0C° (32F) and +45C° (+113 F). When using in low temperatures the display may signal low battery. In this case insert the battery for 2 mins. in charger for a “refreshing”.

CHART OF TYPES

WARRANTY CONDITIONS AND LIABILITY

Greenbridge warrants all its tools and battery chargers during a period of 6 months from the shipping date document. Wear parts are warranted for 45 days, otherwise wear parts are excluded from regular warranty, wear parts are shown on spare parts list (in tool manual).

Warranty includes free replacement parts. The warranty is not valid in case of improper use, lack of maintenance, tampering, arbitrary modifications and reparations, use of non-original parts, disregard of instructions of the operation manual, or missing serial number. No compensation can be claimed for production shutdowns and for damages to people and objects due to tool defects. Greenbridge reserves the right to modify the tools and documentation without any obligation to update previous ones.

Greenbridge warrants all its batteries during a period of 120 days from the shipping date document. The manufacturer is committed to replace it with a free battery only when there are manufacturing defects that make it unfit for use.

INSTALLATION

The LI-PO (Lithium-Polymer) battery comes fully charged. In order to begin, insert the battery in the tool until it locks in place with the security lever. Illustrated in the following figure:

TOOL ACCESSORIES

IT IS RECOMMENDED TO ONLY USE POLYCHEM ACCESSORIES

BATTERY:

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Only use the battery for our strapping tool and only recharge it with our battery charger. If used for other purposes or applications our warranty will be void. Failure to follow the operating instructions or improper use could cause injuries and battery damage.
The battery is supplied fully charged. The lithium polymer rechargeable battery can be charged at any time without reducing its service life; interrupting the charging procedure does not cause damage. To use and charge the battery, please follow the operating instructions.
Check battery daily; do not use it with worn or damaged parts.
Do not disassemble it, never modify any part, do not connect the positive (+) and negative (-), it may result in a short circuit. Do not transport or store the battery with metal objects. Do not try to charge it with a different charger. Do not put metal keys between contacts. Do not use the battery for purposes other than those specified.
Battery must not be left in charging mode without supervision.
Do not throw the battery into a fire, do not store at high temperature or direct sunlight, and do not put in microwave oven or a pressure cooker. Keep it away from any exposed flame. Do not dip the battery in water, and protect it from humidity. Do not apply impact to the battery, or throw, drop, drill it. In case of smoke or fire immediately stop using it and replace it.
In case electrolyte comes into contact with eyes or hands, immediately rinse thoroughly with clean water and consult a physician.
The battery must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Defective or dead batteries must be recycled according to national / local guidelines.

TECHNICAL DATA: Li-Po (Lithium-Polymer) 14.8V – 2.0 Ah Weight : .6 lbs. Part # – B400BAT Charge time is 30 min. Operating environment charging and discharging: 0C° (32F) and +45C° (+113 F)

BATTERY CHARGER:

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Only use the charger to charge our lithium polymer battery. If used for other purposes or applications the warranty and liability is void. The charger should be used by properly trained people. Failure to follow the operating instructions or improper use could result in injuries or battery damage. Check charger and main supply cable daily; do not use it with worn or damaged parts. Do not disassemble it or modify any part. Check the contacts before using. Do not put metal keys between contacts. Do not use for purposes other than those specified. BATTERY MUST NOT BE LEFT IN CHARGING MODE WITHOUT SUPERVISION. Do not store at high temperature, direct sunlight, do not cover fan clefts. Do not dip it in water and protect from humidity. Do not apply impact, or throw or drop or drill it. In case of fire or smoke immediately stop using and replace it. Place the charger on flat, non- flammable and heat resistant surface. Keep away from any volatile and flammable substance. Disconnect from main power supply when not in use. Service should be done by authorized dealers. The Charger must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally friendly way according to the national / local guidelines.

CHARGING PROCESS: Put the battery into the charger correctly (do not invert the polarity), the charge will start automatically and the signaling led becomes RED. It will remain in this condition up to 80% of the charge then the signaling led will become blinking GREEN, this indicates the charge is 80% to 99% complete. The charging process is complete when the signaling led is solid GREEN; remove the battery from charger.
FAILURE: If the signaling led is blinking RED it indicates that the temperature of the battery is not sufficient for charging or its voltage is lower than 10.4V and therefore the battery will not charge. Let the battery return to normal temperature and try again. If the charge does not start contact the service center.

TECHNICAL DATA: PART # – 400CHG Input: 110V – 230V – 50/60Hz – 80W Output : 16V – 5A

ATTENTION: This battery charger is only used with Li-Po 14.8V batteries.

NOTE: REMOVE THE BATTERY FROM THE CHARGER ONCE THE CHARGE IS COMPLETE.

WEARING PLATE:
The tool can be equipped with a stainless steel plate to protect the base against excessive wear when using it on abrasive surfaces like bricks, concrete, stones, etc… The part number for the kit is 189803

SUSPENSION HOOK:
The tool can be equipped with a two position suspension hook (horizontal or vertical). The hook is fixed to the tool by two screws (see picture below). The part number for the hook is 190144.

OPERATING ELEMENTS AND ADJUSTMENTS

DO NOT OPERATE THE TOOL WITHOUT STRAP, YOU COULD DAMAGE THE FEEDWHEEL AND THE WELDING /CUTTING GROUP

LED OF SIGNALLING

AMBER| TOOL IN OPERATION
AMBER BLINKING| TOOL IN STAND-BY

Programming (pic. A):

In order to make adjustments (welding/cut and tension) first push the tension button with the feed wheel open to activate the board. Then at the same time press the S+ (Welding) and T+ (Tension) keys for approximately 10 sec. like illustrated in pic. A. This will illuminate the LED that indicates the value of the welding time, in order to switch to the tension adjustment you must press the T+ or T- key.

Welding – cutting time adjustment (pic.B):
The welding/cut time can be adjusted by pressing on the S+ or S – key depending on the quality and the dimensions of the strap. Pressing the + key will increase the welding time, pressing the – key will decrease the welding time. After 10 sec. the data will be stored into the memory of the card.

Adjusting strap tension (pic.C) :
The tension of the strap can be adjusted by pressing on the T+ or T – key depending on the quality and the dimensions of the strap. Pressing the + key will increase the tension level, pressing the – key will decrease the tension level. After 10 sec. the data will be stored into the memory of the card.

Adjusting welding area:

the external screw or slightly screw in the internal screw for a uniform weld(pic.E4). If weld is mostly on the internal strap side (pic.E5) slightly unscrew the internal screw or slightly screw in the external screw for a uniform weld (pic.E6).

OPERATION

Put the strap around the package as shown (fig. F1). Overlap the straps with the lead end on the bottom and hold the straps in left hand (make sure the strap is clean, & oil & grease free); to open the tool squeeze the release lever. Insert the straps in the tool making sure they are overlapped and aligned against the strap guides (fig. F1). Press the tension button to start tensioning, when the desired tension is obtained release the button (After reaching tension the tension button can be depressed up to 3 more times before the welding must be initiated) (fig. F2). To start the welding, pull the welding lever. The tool will now weld and cut the strap and cool the weld (fig. F3). AFTER the amber LED lights up and the ringing sound of the tool that indicates the end of the welding cycle, it is possible to remove the strap (fig. F4). Damage may be caused to the tool and strap if the tool is opened before the ringing sound is made.
After welding, the LED on the keypad shows the level of the battery charge remaining. Example: charged battery (fig. F5) – battery nearly discharged with approximately 2 cycles left (fig. F6). The last 2 bars on the right indicate the battery is discharged (fig. F7). To replace the battery (or to recharge the same one), remove the battery from the tool by depressing the release key and pulling the battery upwards (fig. F8).

Seal check (pic. G):
A regular seal quality control is very important and it can be examined visually as follows:

• G1) short sealing time/ not enough
• G2) right sealing time/ correct
• G3) too long sealing time/ wrong

SERVICING – CLEANING

BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE ON THE TOOL, REMOVE THE BATTERY FROM THE TOOL
Periodically clean the tool from strap dust, particularly the feed wheel, the gripper plates and the cutter by using compressed air.

Bottom plate gripper replacement
To change the gripper plate, continue as follows:
Remove front strap guide (fig. H1), remove two gripper screws (fig. H2), remove the gripper plate (fig. H3). Install new gripper plate and reassemble in reverse order.

Welding foot replacement

To change the welding foot, continue as follows:
Remove screw and cover (pic. L1), remove the oscillating foot pin (pic. L2) remove the foot with the aid of one clamp and replace it (pic. L3). Reassemble in reverse order.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

REMEDY

After inserting the battery and pushing the tension button the tool doesn’t work
Check the battery contacts in the rear of the tool and / or if there are disconnected wires

Check the microswitch under the push button – check the battery charge status (led lights on keyboard)

The tension of the strap is too low on the package
Check tension value on keypad; Check the battery charge / efficiency

Check if the tension motor is damaged or worn out ( contact the after sale service) Check the gearbox ( contact the after sale service)

Check the electronic card (contact the after sale service)

The feedwheel slips and mills strap
Check if the feedwheel and grippers are dirty or damaged. Adjust the motor power—too much tension force.

Check if the strap qualities are right for the strapping tool and application

The strap is breaking during tension
Adjust the tension force—too much. Check if the strap qualities are right for the strapping tool and application. Check for sharp edges on the package.
The seal is not aligned

Adjust the motor power—too much tension force. Check if the strap qualities are right for the strapping tool and application. Check strap size and adjust the guides. Check the alignment.
The lower strap isn’t locked between the gripper and feedwheel so the tool walks during the tension
Check if the gripper is dirty or damaged. Adjust the tension value for the quality of strap.
Tensioning problem—the strap relaxes after tensioning
Check for damage to feed wheel or the locking mechanism ( contact the after sale service)
The sealing isn’t enough; the upper strap isn’t completely cut; the cutting isn’t constant
Check the sealing time, may be too short, adjust it on keypad

Check if the sealing foot and / or the cutter are damaged or worn out — perform maintenance Check if the sealing foot is dirty or slips on strap

Check if the strap relaxes after tensioning Check the battery charge / efficiency

Check if the strap qualities are right for the strapping tool and application Check if the sealing motor is worn out (contact the after sale service) Check the electronic cards (contact the after sale service)

Too much seal time; the strap is breaking during the sealing – cutting
Improper weld timing adjustment, may be too long, adjust it.
Both straps are cut during the sealing cycle
Check if the gripper plate (under the sealing foot) is dirty or damaged (clean or replace it)

Check if the strap is over tensioned. Improper weld time adjustment, may be too long, adjust it.

The motor doesn’t start when the sealing lever is activated
Check if the welding start microswitch is worn out, or the welding cam doesn’t touch the switch.
After the cycle it is impossibile to remove the tool from the package and the opening lever is too hard to move
Check if the opening group is working or is locked (when you squeeze the opening lever the strap tension should be released ) (contact the after sale service)

Check the gearbox (contact the after sale service)

Check if there are some defective parts in the opening lever group and / or mechanical obstructions.

It is difficult to adjust the tension or welding time, doesn’t stay consistent
There are probably keyboard or electronic card problems / (contact after sale service)
Progressive problems with the battery life
Check the battery charge, try to recharge and check if the battery charger is working properly. May be that the battery is at the recharge limit.

May be that the internal cells are damaged or worn out. Test tool with a different battery

The charger will not start to recharge the battery
The battery is damaged- do not use

The battery tension is lower than 10V – check by electric tester; Check if the charger is still running.

LAYOUT-SPARE PARTS LIST

Ed. 06/17

GREENBRIDGE PART #| ITEM| DESCRIPTION| ****

QTY

|  |
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190020| A000007| LT TENSION MOTOR GROUP| 1|  |
B400BAT| A000063| BATTERY 2A/h 14.8V| 1| §|
190025| A000097| SIGNAL CARD| 1|  |
189980| A000237| ECCENTRIC SHAFT| 1|  |
190166| A000238| WELD MOTOR ASSY. (ROUND)| 1|  |
190116| A002000| MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLED| 1|  |
190083| A002040| CONNECTING  ROD| 1|  |
190086| A002070| WELDING FOOT SUPPORT ASSEMBLY| 1|  |
190023| A002160| MOTOR SUPPORT ASSEMBLY| 1|  |
190026| B400186| BEARING  61808-RS1| 2|  |
190028| B400188| FREEWHEEL INA HF0812| 1|  |
190029| B400332| BEARING 609 ZZ SKF| 1|  |
190030| B400333| BEARING 61902 ZZ| 2|  |
190031| B500035| SCREW M4X10| 12|  |
190032| B500036| SCREW M5X12| 5|  |
190196| B500037| CYLINDER SCREW M4X8| 1|  |
190161| B500068| SCREW M3X8 UNI 5931| 1|  |
190036| B500140| SCREW M5X30| 1|  |
190037| B500158| SCREW M4X12| 3|  |
190038| B500208| SCREW BN13577 3,5X20 KA35| 4|  |
190147| B500211| LOCK. WASHER| 6|  |
190039| B500214| SCREW M4X8| 2|  |
190040| B500273| SCREW M3X10| 6|  |
190041| B500275| SCREW M2X10| 2|  |
190042| B500281| SELFLOCK. NUT M6 D985 5S| 1|  |
190043| B500336| SCREW M4X10| 1|  |
190044| B500379| SCREW M4X5| 5|  |
190045| B500384| SCREW 2.9X4.5| 2|  |
190047| B500395| SCREW 3.5X16| 3|  |
190033| B500418| SCREW TCEI UNC10-24X3/8″ B18.3| 4|  |
206216| B500444| GROOVER WASHER DIA 2 UNIT 1715| 2|  |
404902| B500559| SCREW M3X5| 3|  |
190050| B600112| WASHER PS12X18X0.5 DIN988| 2|  |
190052| B600159| CIRCLIP A12 DIN471| 2|  |
190053| B600189| CIRCLIP RA3.2 DIN6799| 5|  |
190054| B600190| CIRCLIP D8 7435| 2|  |
190134| B600227| CUP WASHER CB12.5X6.2X0.7 D.2093| 1|  |
190057| B600343| SPRING G13-025 ISO10243| 1|  |
190059| B600345| CIRCLIP D34 UNI 7435| 1|  |
190060| B600346| CIRCLIP D15 UNI7435 R150| 1|  |
190061| B600376| WASHER PS 15X21X0.5| 1|  |
190075| B600391| WASHER PS 6X21X0.2| 1|  |
190198| B600457| CIRCLIP D7 DIN 471| 1|  |
190062| B700076| PIN 4X12 DIN6325| 1|  |
190063| B700101| PIN 6X28 DIN6325| 1|  |
190143| B700103| ROLL PIN 3×10 UNI6873| 1|  |
190064| B700325| SPHERE DIAM.5mm| 8|  |
190065| B800364| ELECTRONIC POWER CARD| 1|  |
190066| B800366| KEYBOARD| 1|  |
190068| B800396| TENSION MICROSWITCH| 1|  |
190069| B800397| POWER CABLES KIT| 1|  |
203734| B800460| WELDING MICROSWITCH| 1|  |
190070| D000010| PIN| 1|  |
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190071| D000170| GEAR SHAFT| 1|  |
190072| D000200| FRONT STRAP GUIDE| 1|  |
190073| D000250| STRAP LOCKER| 1|  |
190117| D000280| REAR STRAP GUIDE SPRING| 1|  |
190074| D000330| FREEWHEEL SUPPORT| 1|  |
190076| D000390| LOCKING COVER| 1|  |
190077| D000400| GEAR| 1|  |
190078| D000430| EPICICLOIDAL  GEARBOX| 1|  |
190079| D001140| TENSION SPRING| 1|  |
190122| D001420| SPECIAL SCREW M4x10| 1|  |
190080| D002010| WELDING FOOT| 1| §|
190081| D002020| WELDING FOOT PIN| 1|  |
190082| D002030| FLANGE| 1|  |
190085| D002060| SUPPORT| 1|  |
190087| D002080| SPRING SUPPORT| 1|  |
190090| D002120| CUTTER| 1| §|
190091| D002130| CUTTER GUIDE| 1|  |
190092| D002140| COVER| 1|  |
190022| D002150| FEEDWHEEL SUPPORT ASSY.| 1|  |
190023| D002160| MOTOR SUPPORT ASSY.| 1|  |
190135| D002170| OPENING LEVER SUPPORT| 1|  |
190093| D002180| SHAFT| 1|  |
190094| D002190| HOOK| 1|  |
190095| D002200| OPENING LEVER| 1|  |
190096| D002220| WELDING MOTOR FLANGE| 1|  |
190098| D002240| SPRING PIN| 1|  |
190099| D002250| SPRING SUPPORT| 1|  |
190102| D002280| CAM PIN| 1|  |
190104| D002300| WELDING GROUP SPRING| 1|  |
190105| D002310| CUTTER SPRING| 1|  |
190107| D002330| FEEDWHEEL| 1| §|
190108| D002350| COVER| 1|  |
190110| D002990| BATTERY RELEASE SPRING| 1|  |
190155| D003100| BATTERY RELEASE LEVER| 1|  |
190111| D003360| RIGHT COVER| 1|  |
190112| D003370| LEFT COVER| 1|  |
190113| D003380| KEYBOARD SUPPORT| 1|  |
190114| D003390| TENSION BUTTON| 1|  |
190115| D004270| TENSION BUTTON SPRING| 1|  |
190145| D004560| OPENING LEVER SPRING SCREW| 1|  |
190159| D004580| WELDING PLATE| 1| §| *
190138| D004660| REAR STRAP GUIDE| 1|  |
189979| D004670| WELDING MOTOR SUPPORT| 1|  |
190168| D005260| UPGRADED WELD LEVER| 1|  |
190167| D005270| UPGRADED WELD LINKAGE| 1|  |
190197| D005860| SUPPORT PIN|  |  |
 | §| WEARING PART
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 | ***| PART THAT SHOULD BE STOCKED**

CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

GREENBRIDGE declares under own responsibility that the under mentioned machinery, to which this declarations refers, is in conformity with CEE 98/37 Directive and successive modifications, as well as with standards EN60745-1, EN60745-2-18, EN55014-1, EN55014-2, EN61000-3-2,EN61000-3-3

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GREENBRIDGE
6277 Heisley Road Mentor, Ohio 44060
Tel. 440-357-1500 Fax 440-352-9553 www.greenbridge.com

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