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© HOBART 2006 F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) Security Label Applier Operator Manual Model SLA-1, SLA-2 ML-44180 SLA-2A ML-44197 SLA-3 ML-44192 701 S. RIDGE AVENUE TROY, OHIO 45374 937 332-3000 www.hobartcorp.com[...]
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F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) Page 2 of 12 © HOBART 2006 Security Label Applier (SLA) SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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 [...]
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© HOBART 2006 Page 3 of 12 F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) Security Label Applier The Security Label Applier (SLA) is designed to apply an Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) label to a standard Ultima scale label. The SLA works in conjunction with an Ultima (with remote keypad) and an Ultima Wrapping System (UWS), Compact Label Applier (CLA) or Indexing [...]
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F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) Page 4 of 12 © HOBART 2006 Note If used with an HWS or NSW Semi Automatic System, the security label is automatically placed on the Ultima scale label. The Operator then hand applies the labels to the package. There are two types of security labels available. Depending on your store security system, you will either use the Ch[...]
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© HOBART 2006 Page 5 of 12 F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) 1. At the Ultima Keypad, PRESS [SUPER MENU ON/OFF]. If applicable, enter your Secret ID. The Supervisor Menu displays. 2. PRESS [F5] to select Scale Setup Menu. 3. PRESS [F3] to select Labels Menu. 4. PRESS [F6] to select Security Labels.[...]
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F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) Page 6 of 12 © HOBART 2006 5. From the Security Labels screen, enter the minimum Unit Price and/or the minimum Total Price. A security label will be applied to any package with a Unit Price and/or Total Price that is the same as or higher than the amounts entered. If the Unit Price and Total Price are lower than the entered p[...]
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© HOBART 2006 Page 7 of 12 F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter PLU number in the Product number and PRESS [ENTER]. 4. PRESS [F2] to select Apply Security Label. 5. PRESS [ESC] to return to the Start a Run screen. Operating the SLA Once set up, the SLA runs with minimal operator intervention. The labels are automatically genera[...]
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F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) Page 8 of 12 © HOBART 2006 Loading Labels The SLA contains a label sensor to alert the operator when out of labels or when labels are not advancing. When applicable, the message Out of Security Labels displays on the Ultima console and a beep sounds to alert the operator. Although, when out of security labels, the Ultima merc[...]
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© HOBART 2006 Page 9 of 12 F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4[...]
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F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) Page 10 of 12 © HOBART 2006 Cleaning and Maintaining Maintain the SLA by regularly cleaning the paper dust from inside the unit. Clean the SLA exterior surfaces with a cloth and warm water/detergent solution. When cleaning, be sure to protect the unit from direct water entry. To clean the SLA: 1. Dampen a soft cloth with mild[...]
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© HOBART 2006 Page 11 of 12 F33995 (Rev. A, 6/06) SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES/REMIDIES Multiple labels are issued followed by an audible beeping sound. 1. Verify labels threaded correctly. 2. Call local Hobart office. No label is issued followed by an audible beeping sound . 1. Out of security labels. 2. Missing security labels on backing paper. 3. V[...]
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