S-CONⓇMINI SLIMOPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL

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Thank you very much for purchasing our S-CONⓇMINI SLIM. To use the machine
properly, please read this operating and service manual carefully before use.
Keep the manual where the machine is installed, so that it may be referred towhen needed.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1．Caution When Handling ............................................................... 4
2．Component Names ........................................................................... 7
3．Assembly .................................................................................................... 8
4．Running the Conveyor ..................................................................... 10
5．Taking up the Belt ............................................................................... 13
6．Belt Alignment Adjustment .......................................................... 14
7．Belt Replacement ................................................................................. 14
8．Pulley Removal ....................................................................................... 15
9．Motor Removal ...................................................................................... 16
10．Drive Unit Relocation ......................................................................... 16
11．Inspection and Maintenance ....................................................... 172

Upon delivery of this product, please check the package contents to ensure theproduct matches your order. If the delivered items do not match your order, pleasecontact our local agent directly before use.

Serial number and model label(affixed to motor)[Example]

Manufacturer’s serial number(Refer to this number when contacting us)

製作年月 20□□年□□月
JOB № □□－□□□□□－□□□－□□
SSF03-1.0C（B30-1A37.6）R-BG

SSF

03 –

1.0 C （B

30 –

1 A37.6） R–

BG
Belt specification
see table below

Conveyor model code

Drive cover position and Directionof belt travel(eg Right side, Normal direction)

Nominal belt width in cm(eg 30mm)

Drive coverposition, Directionof belt travel

Machine length in m
(eg 1.0m)

Drive type(eg Center drive)
Drive typeC

Head drive

H

Right, NormalR

Left, NormalRB

Right, ReverseL

Left, Reverse

LB

Power source frequency andBelt speed (eg 50Hz, 37.6m/min)

CodeCenter drive

Code

Frequency

Code

50Hz

A

60Hz

B

Motor type(eg Variable speed)Motor type

Code

Constant speed

C

Brushless motor
variable speed

B

Power source type(eg 100V single-phase)

Motor output(eg 30W)
Motor output

Code

30W

30

Power source type

Code

100V single-phase

1

200V single-phase

2

200V three-phase

3

other

0

Belt specification
Code
Specification
Color

BG
BW
Standard
Green
White

XG
Green

XW

XB

Other
White
Blue

XX
Other

NO
None
－

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CAUTION WHEN HANDLINGFOR YOUR SAFE USAGE

A. Prior To Use

CAUTION : Improper handling of the conveyor may result in physical injury or damage!
■Transport and assembly
When transporting and assembling the conveyor, pay special attention not to drop it in order toavoid physical injury or damage. When lifting by crane, pay attention to the balance of the conveyor.
■Earth and leakage breaker
Ensure the conveyor is connected to earth at all times to prevent electric shock. Also ensure thatan earth leakage breaker is connected to the power supply.
■Emergency stop
Install an emergency stop device to immediately stop the conveyor in emergency.
■Start alarm
If it is not possible to supervise the operation of the full length of the conveyor from the operating
position, install a start alarm for increased safety.
■Keep the conveyor dry at all times
Do NOT use the conveyor in wet or humid areas. Do NOT splash liquids onto the conveyor. Do
NOT use or leave the conveyor outdoors. The machine is not waterproof. Do NOT touch electricalparts with wet hands.
■Do NOT use in an explosive atmosphere(Avoid explosive gas, explosive dust, etc.)□ When using in a high or inclined position:■Lower cover and guard
Install the optional lower cover or guard in order to prevent entry under the conveyor.
■Guide rail, top and side covers
To prevent objects from falling off the conveyor, install the optional guide rail, top and/or side
covers.
■Braking system
When using the conveyor on an incline, it is recommended that an optional braking system beinstalled, in order to prevent reverse or other incorrect running of the conveyor.
■Environmental conditions
Ambient temperature：0℃ to +40℃
Ambient humidity：RH 85% max(Avoid condensation)
Atmosphere：Indoor(Avoid corrosive gases, dust, etc.)
Elevation：1,000m or less
NOTE：
●Using the conveyor in a strong electric field (eg near broadcasting devices or high- frequency welding
machinery/equipment) could cause the conveyor to malfunction. In this case, install the conveyor at a
sufficient distance. Alternatively shield completely to avoid any interference with the conveyor.
●Using an inverter to this machine could cause other machines to get effects of high-frequency. In thiscase, install the conveyor at a sufficient distance or shield completely.

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B. During Operation

WARNING：Improper handling of the conveyor could result in serious physical injury or damage!
■Do NOT touch the conveyor when it is running
There is considerable risk of being caught and injured by the conveyor.
■Do NOT ride on or climb on the conveyor／Do NOT go under the conveyor
There is considerable risk of falling or being caught and injured by the conveyor.

CAUTION：Improper handling of the conveyor may result in physical injury or damage!
■Beware of entanglement
When working close to the conveyor, take care not to get caught in the conveyor. There isconsiderable risk of being injured by the conveyor.
■Do NOT remove safety covers
There is a risk of getting caught in the rotating parts such as pulleys. Only remove in case ofmaintenance or inspection.
■Do NOT start the conveyor while it is loaded
The motor may become damaged due to overload. Additionally, the motors of variable-speed type
machines may burn out as a result of running at excessively low speeds forlong periods. Use the conveyor within the specifications, indicated in the instructions for use, andin the catalogue.
■Do NOT apply force to ends of conveyor
Do NOT press down on, or hang off the sides of the conveyor. Injury may result from a toppling
conveyor.
■Secure the conveyor to the floor/ground
When using the conveyor, be sure to secure it to the floor/ground with anchor bolts etc. toprevent it from toppling irrespective of indoor use or outdoor use.

C. After Use

CAUTION：Improper handling of the conveyor may result in physical injury or damage!
■Switch off the power after use
Ensure that the power is switched off when carrying out relocation, inspection, cleaning, etc. of
the conveyor, otherwise there is a risk that the conveyor could start unexpectedly. When leaving
the conveyor unused for a long period, take plug out of the outlet /connector to prevent electric
shock or leakage.

NOTE：1. Always use in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
2. If the owner modifies the conveyor, any ill effects will fall outside the conditions of the guarantee.

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■WARNING LABELS etc. AND ATTACHMENT POSITIONS
For standard machines, warning labels etc. and their attachment positions are as follows:

1. WARNING LABELS
LabelLabel classification

WARNING

CA-2

Instruction■ALWAYS CONNECT TO EARTH
Ensure the conveyor is connected to earth at all
times to prevent electric shock.
■DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING
Ensure that the power is switched off when carrying out
relocation, inspection, cleaning, etc. of the conveyor, otherwise
there is a risk that conveyor may start unexpectedly.

CG-2■DO NOT GET CAUGHT IN MACHINE
When working close to the conveyor, take care not to getcaught in it. There is a risk of being injured by theconveyor.
■DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACEDo NOT remove safety covers etc. There is a risk of gettingcaught in the rotating parts such as pulleys. Only remove incase of maintenance, inspection, etc. unexpectedly.

2. ATTACHMENT POSITIONS OF WARNING LABELS etc.
Label of direction ofbelt travel

WARNING label CG-2

Rear of Control Unit(for single-phase power source)

WARNING label CA-2

Power source indication label
100V single-phase power source

fig. SSF model of head drive type
200V single-phase power source
Serial number and model label

200V three-phase power source
NOTE: For details, see p.3.
(attached on underside of motor)

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COMPONENT NAMESHEAD DRIVE TYPECENTER DRIVE TYPE

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ASSEMBLY

Standard Installation Position of Frame Support
Considering frame strength, installation position of frame support is determined as follows.

Standard installation interval (mm)P1P2400 (150 min.)1200 or lessCaution When Setting up Conveyor
1. Install full length of frame straight, not bent in any place.
2. Finely adjust conveyor level.
NOTE: If conveyor is bent or not level on top, belt may stray to one side or the other.

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Installing Control Unit
If control unit is delivered in separate packaging, install it as follows:
Control unit consists of main body and attachment bracket. (in the same package)
There are 5 ways to combine and install them as shown in figure below.
NOTE: If attached bolts (M6, 15 bolts) are too short/long to install, separately purchase appropriate ones.

NOTE: If it is necessary to install control unit separately from drive unit, use extension cable (optional) to
NOTE: make connection as shown in figure above. (If necessary, remove control unit cover to connect
NOTE: connectors. In this case be sure to reinstall control unit cover.)

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RUNNING THE CONVEYOR

4-1. BE SURE TO GROUND MACHINE BEFORE OPERATION
100V single-phase power source
Ground earth terminal (green) of power cable plug.
200V single/three-phase power source
Ground earth terminal (green) of power cable.

4-2. STARTING CONVEYOR
NOTE: Be sure to combine controller with specified motor. Before starting conveyor, make sure that it isgrounded.
1. Make sure that RUN/STAND-BY switch on control unit operating panel is in “STAND-BY” position.
1. Turn on power supply and ensure that power LED (power-on indicator) is illuminated in green.
2. Set RUN/STAND-BY switch to “RUN” position. Motor will start rotating and conveyor will run.
3. To increase speed, turn speed control clockwise; to decrease speed, turn it counterclockwise. Set
1. appropriate speed for intended use.
4. To stop conveyor, set RUN/STAND-BY switch to “STAND-BY” position.
Control unit standard specification

fig. Control unit operating panel
Display

Applied motorPowersourceRotation direction switch

RUN／STAND-BY switch
Speed control

Voltage

Single-phase AC100-120V
Single/three-phase AC200-240V

Permissible voltage
range－15％ to ＋10％

Frequency

50／60Hz

Rated rotation speed

3,000r/min

Speed control range

80～4,000r/min

Front panel (Tool-less removal type)
Mounting hole (It's located under
the front panel.)

Brushless motor 30W

Environmental
condition

Ambient
temperature－10℃ to ＋40℃
(Avoid freezing.)

Ambient humidity

Relative humidity 85% max.
(Avoid condensation.)

Atmosphere

Indoor (Avoid splash of liquids,
corrosive/flammable gases, dust, etc.)

Elevation

1000m or less

NOTE: 1. Be sure to confirm that the power source voltage is within the rated voltage range, before
NOTE: 1. turning ON the power source.
2. Be sure to start and stop the conveyor with RUN/STAND-BY switch. When starting andNOTE: 1. stopping the machine by external signals, use control circuit terminals on rear of inverter. (→See
NOTE: 1.“Starting and Stopping the Conveyor by External Signals”, p.11.)
3. When leaving the conveyor unused for a long period, make sure that the power supply is off.
NOTE: 1. (The RUN/STAND-BY switch is not for turning the power on and off.)
4. Before turning off the power supply, be sure to set RUN/STAND-BY switch to “STAND-BY”
NOTE: 1.position, otherwise there is a risk that the motor will restart rotating unexpectedly when
NOTE: 1.powered.

10Starting and Stopping the Conveyor by External Signals
When starting and stopping the conveyor frequently in a short period (tact operation etc.), it is impossible
to start and stop the machine by turning on/off the power supply. (Brushless-motor variable-speed typeis different from speed controller’s, and the power supply will trip.) In this case be sure to start and stop
the machine by external signals. For start and stop circuit by external signals, make connection to external
control circuit terminals on rear of control unit.
NOTE: Do not start and stop the conveyor excessively frequently. It may cause machine failure or shorten
NOTE: its service life.
NOTE: 1. Be sure to ground earth.
NOTE: 2. AC line filter should be set up by user.
For details, refer to “Brushless-motor instruction manual”, appendix.

fig. Rear of control unit

Brushlessmotor

Power cableground terminal
Motor connector (white)
Motor sensor
connector (black)Motorground terminal

Motor connector(white)Motor sensor connector(black)Motorground cable

I/O signal connector
Motor ground terminal

Operation with small-capacity switch
and relay
Use a small-capacity contact type relaythat can switch DC12V, 5mA.

Power cable connector

single phase
100-120V

single phase200-240V

three phase200-240V

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Caution When Using Brushless-motor
1. Be sure to confirm that the power source voltage is within the rated voltage range,
1. before switching ON the power source.
1. (Voltage exceeding the rated voltage could cause fuming, abnormal noise, etc.)
2. Be sure to start and stop the conveyor with RUN/STAND-BY switch. When starting and1. stopping the conveyor frequently in a short period (tact operation etc.), it is impossible to
1. start/stop the machine by turning on/off the power supply. In this case be sure to start
1. and stop the machine by external signals. (Brushless-motor variable-speed type is
1. different from speed controller’s, and the power supply will trip.) Do not start and stop
1. the conveyor excessively frequently. It may cause machine failure or shorten its service
1. life.
3. The RUN/STAND-BY switch of control unit is not for turning the power on and off.
1. When leaving the conveyor unused for a long period, make sure that the mains is off.
4. Do not run the conveyor at excessively low speed for a long period, or start and stop the
1. conveyor excessively frequently. These may cause machine failure or shorten its service
1. life.
5. Do not touch the inverter radiator of side of control unit, and do not allow any material
1. to touch it, because of its high temperature.
6. Use the control unit within the permissible range of ambient temperature (from –10℃ to
1.＋40℃). Avoid freezing.
7. Pay special attention not to allow any foreign matter (dust, iron powder, etc.) to get into
1. the control unit.
8. Operating the motor using the inverter could cause noises from the inverter I/O cables,
1. motor, etc. Keep in mind that these could interfere with the correct operation of other
1. electronic devices. (In this case, noises and their effects can be suppressed to some
1. extent by providing the inverter I/O with a filter or otherwise shielding the power cable.)

For details, refer to “Brushless-motor BMU instruction manual”, appendix.

Circuit Protector
Control unit has built-in protective function against overload, overcurrent, overheat, etc. In emergency,
control unit trips.
For details, refer to “Brushless-motor BMU instruction manual”, appendix.
NOTE: 1. When control unit trips, immediately set RUN/STAND-BY switch to “STAND-BY” position and
NOTE: 1. turn off power supply. Before restarting machine, carefully check for cause of trip and ensure it
NOTE: 1. is removed.
2. For increased safety, separately install overcurrent protective device on power source side.

fig. Control unit operating panel
Display
Rotation direction switch

RUN／STAND-BY switch
Speed control
Front panel (Tool-less removal type)
Mounting hole (It's located under
the front panel.)

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TAKING UP THE BELTHEAD DRIVE TYPE
① Remove pulley cover by removing cross-recessed pan① head machine screws. (Alternatively loosen the screws① and slide pulley cover.)② On opposite side, loosen hexagon socket flush head
① bolts.
③ Loosen lock nut.
④ To take up belt, turn hexagon head bolt
① counterclockwise;① to loosen belt, turn it clockwise.
⑤ Reinstall the removed parts in initial positions.
Belt Tension
For S-CON®MINI SLIM, the standard belt expansion forproper belt tension is 0.2% of machine length.
How to calculate belt expansion percentage
1) Slacken belt.
2) Mark any two points on belt surface and measure2) length between them (ℓ).
3) Take up belt.
4) Measure length between two marks (ℓ1) again.
egℓ= 1000 mmℓ1= 1002 mm
Belt expansion percentage = 0.2 %① Hexagon socket SEMS button head screw
CENTER DRIVE TYPE
① Loosen hexagon socket SEMS button head screws.
① (2 screws pointed in figure, right)② To take up belt, lower motor; to loosen belt, raise① motor.
③ Fix motor in intended position.

Motor

②
To take up belt

To loosen belt

NOTE: Do not take up belt too much, but only to the extent that belt does not
NOTE: slip on drive pulley, i.e. enough to drive belt. Excessive belt take-up may
NOTE: overload motor or shorten service lives of belt, pulley, etc.

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BELT ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT

Belt occasionally deviates depending on the way of carrying materials, installation condition, environment,
etc.
When belt is not correctly aligned, make adjustment as follows:
Check if full length of frame is level on top, straight and not bent in any place. If necessary, correct frame
condition to solve belt deviation.
NOTE: This machine is not equipped with belt alignment adjustment mechanism.

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BELT REPLACEMENT① Loosen belt. (For head drive type, see p.16; for center drive type, see p.13.)② On opposite side of motor protruding side, remove drive cover. Belt can then be removed.
③ Correctly set replacement belt.
④ Reinstall the removed parts in initial positions.

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PULLEY REMOVAL(Common to HEAD DRIVE TYPE and CENTER DRIVE TYPE)

Drive Pulley Removal① Remove drive cover.
② Slacken belt. (See p.13.)③ Loosen hexagon socket set screws.
④ Pull out drive pulley.

Squeezing Pulley Removal① Remove drive cover.
② Slacken belt. (See p.13.)⑤ Remove C-form fixing ring with a pair of snap pin pliers (special tool for C-form fixing ring of shaft).
⑥ Pull out squeezing pulley.

Head (or Tail) Pulley Removal① Remove drive cover.
② Remove belt. (See p.13.)③ Remove pulley cover. (Alternatively loosen the screws and slide pulley cover.)④ Remove C-form fixing ring with a pair of snap pin pliers (special tool for C-form fixing ring of shaft).
⑤ Pull out head (or tail) pulley.

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MOTOR REMOVAL(Common to HEAD DRIVE TYPE and CENTER DRIVE TYPE)① Remove drive cover.
② Remove belt. (See p.14.)③ Remove drive pulley. (See p.15.)④ Remove hexagon nuts (4 nuts) while retaining cross-recessed flush head machine screws with Phillips
type screwdriver.
⑤ Pull out motor.

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DRIVE UNIT RELOCATION(possible for CENTER DRIVE TYPE only)① Loosen hexagon socket SEMS button head screws. (4 screws)② Slacken belt by raising motor.
③ Drive unit can be slid sideways.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

11-1. PROBLEMS AND REMEDIESPROBLEMCAUSE

REMEDY

1. Conveyor does
not run whenswitched on.

(1) Power plug is not properly
connected to mains.
(2) Power switch is not turned on.
(Reverse switch remains halfway.)(3) Inappropriate power source(1) Inspection, correction

2. Conveyor isturned on, but
motor will not
run.

(1) Disconnection or breakage in wiring(2) Conveyor speed is set too slow.
(3) Circuit protector or emergency stop
switch has been activated.
(4) Failure of motor or condenser(1) Inspection, repair(2) Reset to appropriate speed. → See p.10.
(3) Restore protection circuit or emergency
stop switch.
(4) Replacement (both motor andcondenser)

3. Motor runs,
but belt does notmove.

(1) Belt is slacked off.
(2) Belt is trapped after deviation.
(3) Motor gear head teeth havebecome worn.

(1) Take up belt. → See p.13.
(2) Belt alignment adjustment → See p.14.
(3) Replacement (Replace motor also.)→ See p.16.

4. Belt runs, but
speed cannot bechanged.
(for variablespeed type)(1) Disconnection or breakage in wiringof motor and controller(2) Failure of motor or controller(1) Inspection, repair

5. Conveyor will
not start running
unless belt ispulled.

(1) Belt has been taken up too much.

(1) Loosen belt to proper tension.
→ See p.13.
(2) Remove any foreign matter and clean
belt undersurface, or replace motor withhigher capacity version.
(3) Replace belt, or replace motor withhigher capacity version. → See p.14.

(2) Belt has something sticky onundersurface.
(3) Belt has excessive resistance towinding.
(Incorrect belt has been chosen.)(2) Inspection, correction(3) Check power source. → See p.10.

(2) Replacement

6. Belt is notcorrectly aligned.
7. Drive unit
makes abnormal
noise.

(1) → See p.14.

(1) Belt alignment adjustment(1) Drive pulley bearing setting bolt(s)has become loose.
(2) Sprocket setting bolt(s) has
become loose.

(1) Tighten setting bolt(s).

8. Motor has
becomedamaged.

(1) Inappropriate power source(2) Conveyor has been overloaded.
(3) Conveyor runs too quickly or too
slowly.
(4) Belt has been taken up too much.
(5) Belt is trapped after deviation.

9. Electric shockis received fromconveyor.

(1) Static electricity has been charged
in frames.
(2) Electric leakage(1) Check power source. → See p.10.
(2) Reduce load.
(3) Set at proper speed, or replace gearhead.
(4) Loosen belt to proper tension.
→ See p.13.
(5) Belt alignment adjustment → See p.14.
(1) Properly ground the machine.
→ See p.10.
(2) Inspection, investigation(2) Tighten setting bolt(s).

1711-2. ITEMS FOR REGULAR INSPECTIONCHECKINGPERIOD
Daily

PART TOCHECK
Belt

THINGS TOCHECK FOR
Foreign substances on

CHECKING
METHOD
Visual inspection

surface and undersurface
Dislodgment from V-form

REMEDY
Clean and remove any
foreign matter.

Visual inspection

Inspection, adjustment

Getting jammed

Visual inspection

Inspection, adjustment

Foreign substances

Visual inspection

Clean and remove any

belt guidance grooves

Drive pulley
and other

foreign matter.

pulleys
Three

Geared motor

monthly

Rotation malfunction,

Visual inspection

Inspection

inappropriate installationand manual check

Tighten loose attachment
bolts.

Overheat, abnormal noise

Six

Manual check andInspection and adjustment

listeningor replacement

Wear of surface,

Visual inspection

Inspection and adjustment

rotation malfunction

and manual checkor replacement

Pulleys andRotation malfunction,

Visual inspection

Inspection, repair

rollersloose attachment bolts

and manual check

Tighten loose attachment

Drive pulleymonthlybolts.

Frame andOverheat of bearings,

Manual check andInspection and adjustment

abnormal noise

listeningor replacement

Loose attachment bolts

Visual inspection

Tighten loose attachment

and manual checkbolts.

Visual inspection

Inspection and adjustment

and manual checkor replacement

stand units
Attachments

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Damage of each part

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Customer Center
TEL +81-46-273-8989 FAX +81-46-273-8990
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E-mail kikaiinfo@eng.sanki.co.jp

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Contact us● Particular attention is given to the manufacture and transportation of SANKI
conveyors. However, if you need any information about the use or failure of themachine or any other matters, please contact our customer service. Also do nothesitate to ask us for information about conveyors in general.
●The specification given in this manual are subject to change without notice.

Manual Code20

SS-006 ‘23/02