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Introduction 

 

Congratulations, you have chosen a VASTEX conveyor curing system. VASTEX has been designing and building dryers 

since 1960 and has the knowledge and expertise to supply a quality dryer and help you keep it running for years to come. VASTEX 
has innovated many of the features found in conveyor ovens today from control methods, modular features, air movements and belt 
tracking. 
 

Vastex Infrared Dryer have been Factory tested and burned in for a period of 2-8 hours. All components are tested to be 

sure they work correctly when the Dryer leaves our factory. 

The Instruction Manual and Safety Instructions must be read and understood by anyone operating 

the Vastex Conveyor Drying System.  

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The operator should read and understand the instruction manual before operating this equipment. Store instruction manual 
and safety instructions near equipment for easy access to operators. 

 

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VASTEX Conveyor Drying System is intended for the curing of non-flammable inks on screen printed materials. Do not use 
for any other purpose unless authorized by Vastex International, Inc. Use of this equipment for any other purpose can be dan-
gerous and may cause damage to this equipment, voiding the warranty. 

 

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It is recommended that the area around this equipment be designated as a work area and only authorized employees be al-
lowed in the area. 

 

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Children and pets must be kept clear of the work area. 

 

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Do not place any objects on top of the drying chamber. Surfaces are hot! 

 

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Never leave equipment unattended. 

 

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Do not operate conveyor or dryer with any cover or guard removed. 

 

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Operator must be familiar with controls of the dryer and conveyor. 

 

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Never put excessive load on the conveyor belt. 

 

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Before starting production, the operator must check that all covers and guards are in place, no material has been left on the 
conveyor, and the work area is clear of obstructions. 

 

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Switch on and verify conveyor belt is moving before turning on the heat. 

 

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Allow dryer to cool to 300°F (149°C) or turn off heat for 10 to 15 minutes before switching off conveyor. 

 

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Always turn off power at the main disconnect at the end of production. 

 

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In case an abnormal symptom occurs, for example excessive vibration, noise, and strong smell or smoke development, turn 
off the VASTEX Conveyor Curing System and contact a qualified technician. 

 

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Immediately turn off the VASTEX Conveyor Curing System if products become jammed in the drying chamber or conveyor 
belt. 

 

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Do not remove any cover or guard until power at the main disconnect is switched off and locked out. No unauthorized per-
sons are to be allowed inside the control boxes. 

 

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Turn off and lock out power at the main disconnect before any cleaning or maintenance. 

 

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Only qualified technicians should be allowed to make repairs on the VASTEX Conveyor Drying System. 

Safety 

Inspect all packages and notify the shipping company if 
any damages are detected. 

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Page 1: ...Nieuwstad 100 1381 CE Weesp The Netherlands Tel 31 0 294 48 33 55 Fax 31 0 294 41 46 87 Serial Number Please log your machine s serial number and date of purchase for future reference Date ____ ____...

Page 2: ...he area Children and pets must be kept clear of the work area Do not place any objects on top of the drying chamber Surfaces are hot Never leave equipment unattended Do not operate conveyor or dryer w...

Page 3: ...es or until the heater has cooled to 300 F 149 C or lower If the belt is stopped while the heater is hot belt damage will occur Switch machine OFF and disconnect from power before beginning any adjust...

Page 4: ...ront Panel Wire Cover Knobs Carton 3 Chamber Components Carton 2 16 x 16 Infrared Heater Hardware Package Contains 36 Black 8 Sheet Metal Screws 4 Heater Mounting Pins 4 3 8 Flat Metal Washers 2 3 8 F...

Page 5: ...controls and rear pulley Additional items above 1 Belt 1 Chain guard and 1 Hardware package with 18 screws and 2 belt guards Front conveyor with belt aligner and front pulley 16 x 20 Infrared Heater...

Page 6: ...eep it centered The belt does not have to be perfectly centered on the pulley but should not be hanging over either edge Pulley The pulleys at either end of the conveyor are made by VASTEX of 4 inch t...

Page 7: ...follows Disconnect all power Remove dryer chamber via 3 or 4 sheet metal screws on each side Separate conveyor belt Remove front and back halves of the conveyor via 6 screws Separate front and rear co...

Page 8: ...ldnut and hexnut on other side as shown above Install 3 Sheet Metal Screws each corner Attach Front Panel to Left Side Panel Attach Back Panel to Left Side Panel Attach Front Back Panel to Right Side...

Page 9: ...abs at four corners Install Sheet Metal Screws 3 or 4 each side Front Back Printed Side Heater Mounting screws 2 each side 7 Pass the three wires one at a time thru the hole in the con veyor bed Tan w...

Page 10: ...he wingnut and lock washer Place the green ground wire with the ring terminal oriented as shown onto the grounding stud Secure with lock washer and wingnut Tighten nut securely Grounding Stud Ring Ter...

Page 11: ...cking Adjuster Bolts Gently pull up on wires to remove any excess wire from below the conveyor bed Place the high temperature plastic ty wrap as shown to control wire movement Cut extra material off t...

Page 12: ...00 and D 1000 240 Volt 15 Amps Nema 6 15R Receptacle Controls Variable Heat Control The control has positions LO 2 3 4 5 6 and HI The controller turns the power to the heater on and off to vary the te...

Page 13: ...desired heater height for your job On each side of the heating chamber there is a knob to raise and lower the heater It is recommended to run the heater height at about 2 3 above the garment The heat...

Page 14: ...the chain skipping a sprocket tooth resulting in a catastrophic failure For Vastex drives the total movement in the slack span of the chain up and down total movement should be 25 to 38 inch Please s...

Page 15: ...licensed trucker shall constitute delivery to Buyer and be determinative of the date and time of shipment and all risk of loss or damage in transit shall be borne by Buyer If the Buyer fails to accept...

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