Translation of the original instructions Gear metering system Contents 1 General 2 Safety rules 3 Structure and function 4 Comissioning 5 Operation 6 Maintenance 7 Disposal 8 Conformity and protocols 9 Parts lists 10 Circuit diagrams 11 Accompanying 12 documentation © Hilger u. Kern GmbH, Käfertalerstr. 253, 68167 Mannheim, Germany Phone: +49 621 3705-500, E-mail: info@dopag.de, Web: www.dopag.de 4/2022 Material data 13 Customer documentation 14 Key Word Index 15 2/ eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 1 2 Contents General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 2.10 2.11 2.12 3 Object of Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keeping the Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Target audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Note on changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbols and pictograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Margin column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cross-references . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prohibition signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warning signs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mandatory signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Labeling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Product safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hazardous zones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.1 Particular sources of danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.2 Danger from electric power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.3 Danger from toxic and combustible materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.4 Danger from high pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.5 Danger due to chemical reactions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.6 Risks caused by machine malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.7 Beware of harmful vapors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4 Responsibilities of the operating company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 Changes on the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6 Personal protective equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.7 Flushing and cleaning the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.8 Safety information for material vessels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.9 Conformity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10 Warranty and liability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1 3.2 3.3 4 ....7 ....7 ....7 ....8 ....8 ....8 ....8 ....9 . . . 10 . . . 10 . . . 11 . . . 11 . . . 13 . . . 13 . . . 14 . . . 14 . . . 14 . . . 14 . . . 15 . . . 15 . . . 15 . . . 15 . . . 16 . . . 16 . . . 16 . . . 17 . . . 18 . . . 18 . . . 18 Structure and function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 4.1 4.2 Basic function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.1 Control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.2 Compressed-air maintenance unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.3 Material vessel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.4 Vessel fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.5 Material filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.6 Level probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.7 Metering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.8 Volume counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.9 Recirculation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2.10 De-aeration valve with blocking attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN . . . 19 . . . 20 . . . 20 . . . 21 . . . 22 . . . 23 . . . 23 . . . 24 . . . 24 . . . 25 . . . 26 . . . 26 1/3 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 5 Commissioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 5.1 5.2 4/1 4.2.11 Static discharge system ID 2/2 and ID 4/4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 4.2.12 Plastic mixer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 4.2.13 Sealing cap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 4.2.14 Diaphragm vacuum pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 4.2.15 Start trigger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Touch screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 4.3.1 Display/navigation information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 4.3.2 Pictograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 4.3.3 Main menu (start screen). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 4.3.4 Component-specific functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 4.3.5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 4.3.6 Diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 4.3.7 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 4.3.8 Parameterization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 4.3.9 Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 4.3.10 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 4.3.11 Log-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Selectable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 4.4.1 Continuous metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 4.4.2 Shotwise metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 4.4.3 Programmed metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 4.4.4 Pre-run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 4.4.5 Mixing ratio inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 4.4.6 Recirculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 4.4.7 Discharge pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 4.4.8 Automatic mixing ratio adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 4.4.9 Interpolating flow rate adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 4.4.10 De-aeration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 4.4.11 Stirring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Checks carried out automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 4.5.1 Pressure monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 4.5.2 Potlife check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 4.5.3 Metering quantity monitoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 4.5.4 Mixing ratio inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 4.5.5 Filling level check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 4.5.6 Regeneration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 4.5.7 Leakage check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 4.5.8 Operating data recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 4.6.1 Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 4.6.2 Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 4.6.3 Ambient conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 4.6.4 Gear metering pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 4.6.5 MR40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Operating location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 5.10 5.11 5.12 5.13 5.14 5.15 5.16 5.17 5.18 5.19 5.20 5.21 5.22 5.23 5.24 5.25 5.26 6 . . . 49 . . . 50 . . . 50 . . . 51 . . . 51 . . . 51 . . . 52 . . . 52 . . . 52 . . . 52 . . . 53 . . . 54 . . . 57 . . . 59 . . . 61 . . . 63 . . . 64 . . . 65 . . . 66 . . . 67 . . . 68 . . . 69 . . . 70 . . . 72 . . . 74 . . . 75 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 6.10 6.11 6.12 7 Removing packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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Raising/Relocating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.1 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.2 Compressed-air connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vacuum pump exhaust air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basic inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Language selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Enter data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . User administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parameterization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the level probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Filling (material vessel). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Evacuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . De-aerating the gear pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . De-aeration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flush the de-aeration valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the opening stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the gear metering pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the volume counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Check the mixing ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Correcting the mixing ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Decommissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing setpoint values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Activate the operating data recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interface flow diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Refilling the material vessel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Request material consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Relieving pressure from discharge system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switch OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reset of agitator motor starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 . . . 78 . . . 80 . . . 80 . . . 81 . . . 84 . . . 84 . . . 85 . . . 85 . . . 87 . . . 93 . . . 95 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 7.1 7.2 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.1 Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.2 Maintenance contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.3 DOPAG spare parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.4 Operating materials and lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.5 Adjustable seals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance of the modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN . . . 97 . . . 97 . . . 97 . . . 97 . . . 98 . . . 99 . . 100 1/5 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 8 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 8.1 8.2 9 7.2.1 Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 7.2.2 Visual inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 7.2.3 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 7.2.4 Material lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 7.2.5 Compressed-air maintenance unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 7.2.6 Silica gel air dehumidifier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 7.2.7 Checking the material. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 7.2.8 Material filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 7.2.9 Gear metering pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 7.2.10 Discharge system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 7.2.11 Diaphragm vacuum pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 7.2.12 Liquid separator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 7.2.13 Touch screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Calibrate touch-screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Software information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Metering control unit software change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Machine data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Data storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Buffer battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Disposing of the system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Final system decommissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Conformity and protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 9.1 EC Declaration of Conformity (as per directive 2006/42/EC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 10 Parts lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 11 Circuit diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 12 Accompanying documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 13 Material data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 14 Customer documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 15 Key Word Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 6/1 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN General 2 General 2.1 Object of Operating Instructions These operating instructions are to ensure the safe, intended and efficient use of the equipment. They contain the relevant information for the safety, construction, function, commissioning, operating, servicing and disposal. The required information can be located in the operating instructions using the contents index, the key word index, title and marginal columns. Ignoring the operating instructions and the safety information can lead to dangers and restrictions for: • • • life and limb of the operator; the system and material assets of the operating company; efficient operation of the system. NOTICE Ignoring the operating instructions The company DOPAG (hereafter called the manufacturer of the equipment) takes no responsibility for any damage resulting from not observing the operating instructions. ► Observe the operating instructions! 2.2 Keeping the Operating Instructions The operating instructions are regarded as a part of the machine. They must be made available to personnel at all times. The machine operator must ensure that both the operating and service personnel have read and understood them. The operating instructions can be viewed on the touch screen. They are located in the 2.3 menu. Target audience Operators Service personnel The machine operator has the responsibility for ensuring that the operating and service staff have the appropriate qualifications. He must ensure that only company authorized personnel operate the machine. Persons working at and operating the system must possess sufficient training for the operations concerned. It is essential for personnel to have read and understood the operating instructions. Persons who service and repair the system must be skilled and: • • • adequately trained to undertake the operations necessary. be familiar with and follow the relevant technical regulations and safety instructions. have read and understood the operating instructions. Skilled persons mean those whose training and experience have provided them with adequate knowledge in the fields of hydraulics, pneumatics, material-handling technology and electrical engineering, and who are familiar with the regulations applica- eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 2/7 General ble to occupational safety and accident prevention, directives and generally recognized rules on technology and standards, so that they can evaluate the operational safety of the system. 2.4 Note on changes Text, illustrations and data conform to the technical status of the machine at the time of these operating instructions going to print. The company reserves the right to make changes in the interests of ongoing development. 2.5 Symbols and pictograms The operating instructions contain various symbols and pictograms. They provide warning signs, directions for action, information and indication signs to the operating and maintenance staff. D... T... Directions for action to be taken The triangle symbol indicates actions that must be carried out in a specific sequence. • The dot symbol indicates the reaction to an action. Help symbols regarding directions for actions to be taken 1 2 3 Help symbols are found in graphic diagrams only. They support a direction for action to be taken by means of a sequence of numbers directly on the respective part. Help symbols usually consist of a colored circle and a number. Warning signs, prohibition signs and mandatory signs. Notes on safety, instructions and warnings are indicated by the appropriate ISO Safety Signs. They can be found in the operating instructions and on the machine and it is essential that they are obeyed. Pictograms Buttons, switches, pressure gauges and functions are designated by pictograms in the operating instructions and on the system itself. The letters A, B, C... in the pictograms identify the components. Advice for the user Notes for the users and tips for efficient operation of the system are indicated by the light bulb symbol and typeset in bold type. Follow these instructions! 2.6 Margin column The margin column contains additional information (pictograms, keywords and descriptions of illustrations). Such information points out hazards and makes it easier to find what you search. 2.7 Cross-references Cross references are typeset in italics. They reference information in other sections, e.g. (14 Customer documents). These points can be found by means of te Contents or the Key Word Index. 8/2 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN General 2.8 Safety information There are four types of safety information: Danger, warning, caution, note. They contain: Source of danger, consequences of the risk and avoidance measures to be taken. Danger Signal word to indicate a danger with a high risk that will lead directly to death or serious physical injury. DANGER Source of danger Consequences of the risk ► Avoidance measures to be taken Warning Signal word to indicate a hazard with a medium risk that could possibly lead to death or serious physical injury. WARNING Source of danger Consequences of the risk ► Avoidance measures to be taken Caution Signal word to indicate a hazard with a low risk that can lead to minor or moderate physical injury. CAUTION Source of danger Consequences of the risk ► Avoidance measures to be taken Note Signal word for a possible damaging situation, were the system or anything in the vicinity could be damaged. NOTICE Source of danger Consequences of the risk ► Avoidance measures to be taken eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 2/9 General 2.9 Prohibition signs Caution Prohibition signs forbid types of behavior that pose danger. Ignoring a prohibition sign could lead to hazardous situations and most serious injuries. Caution - fire, open flames and smoking are prohibited This prohibition sign is used when there is a danger of fire due to flammable materials. Caution - Warning of hand injuries due to movable parts Danger of crushing fingers or hands due to movable parts of the system. Keep hands away from the valve adjusting screw. 2.10 Warning signs Warning Warning signs warn of acute danger. Ignoring warnings can lead to a dangerous situation and most serious injuries. Warning - General This general warning sign is always used in conjunction with safety information. The safety information must be observed without fail. Warning - Caution: high voltage Warning of a dangerous electrical voltage. If contact is made with components in this danger area, serious injury possibly leading to death due to electric shock may occur. Warning of rotating parts Danger of serious hand injuries due to rotating parts. Keep hands away from the danger area. Warning of hand injuries Danger of crushing limbs by parts of the system. Keep hands away from the lever system and moving parts of the system. Warning of overpressure Behälter unter Druck! Vessel under pressure! Réservoire sous pression ! Serbatoio sotto pressione! 10/2 Risk of injuries due to squirting of materials hazardous to health. Discharge pressure before opening the tank. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN General 2.11 Mandatory signs Mandatory Mandatory signs prescribe specific courses of action. They must be followed, as they help protect against injury. Wear protective gloves Wearing protective gloves prevents contact with toxic substances. Caustic burns and poisoning are avoided. Wear protective goggles Parts of the machine operate under pressure and spraying substances can cause damage to eyes. Wearing eye protection avoids damage to eyes. 2.12 Labeling The machine nameplate is located near the electrical control cabinet and provides the following details: 1 Type designation 2 Machine number 3 Drawing number 4 Certificate 5 Year of construction 6 Voltage supply 7 1 Masch. Typ Short-circuit breaking capacity 2 Masch. Nr. 8 Rated current 3 Zeichn. Nr. 9 Motor speed 4 Zertifikat 5 Bj. 10 Supply pressure 11 CE label V~ 12 Address of manufacturer 6 13 Performance 7 Max. Schaltverm. ISich. 8 I Nenn 9 n max 14 Voltage frequency 15 Phase shift angle 16 Protection class 17 Weight 10 /N/PE kW 13 Hz 14 kA A min -1 bar cosφ 15 IP 16 17 kg 11 12 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Hilger u. Kern GmbH Käfertaler Straße 253 68167 Mannheim info@dopag.com www.dopag.com +496213705-500 2/11 General 12/2 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Safety rules 3 Safety rules 3.1 Intended use The equipment and its functions may only be used for the purposes of delivering, metering and mixing. The prescribed environmental conditions for operation (4.6.3 Ambient conditions) must be observed. Only those materials provided in the chapter Material data may be used. • • If the composition of the material changes, the use of the new material must be clarified and approved by DOPAG Customer Service. If a different type of material is to be used, this must be clarified and approved by DOPAG Customer Service. NOTICE The use of material not approved by DOPAG Service can damage the equipment. If for example seals cannot withstand the new composition, they will be destroyed. ► Information on your telephone contact can be obtained from www.dopag.com. Explosive vapors Mixing and metering materials that form explosive vapors is prohibited. This system has no protection against explosion. DANGER Danger of explosion! Operating the machine using materials that form explosive vapors can cause serious burns resulting from explosions. ► Do not mix or meter explosive materials. Foodstuff Mixing and metering foodstuffs is prohibited. This system has not been designed for processing foodstuff. Toxic substances would contaminate foodstuff. DANGER Danger of poisoning! The machine could be contaminated if operated with foodstuffs. ► Do not deliver nor meter foodstuffs. 3.2 Product safety The system conforms to acknowledged rules of engineering and technology and the relevant safety regulations. The correct operation of the equipment is required to avoid damage and accidents. Operating it incorrectly or subjecting it to abuse may imperil: • • • life and limb of the operator; the system and material assets of the operating company; efficient operation of the system. The system may only be operated if it is in perfect condition and if the operating instructions are observed. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 3/13 Safety rules 3.3 Hazardous zones The hazardous zone denotes the area on a system and/or in its vicinity in which there are dangers to safety or personal health. There are various hazardous zones around the system. All safety regulations given in the operating instructions and information signs on the system must be observed. Observe the safety regulations in force for the respective installation site. 3.3.1 Particular sources of danger Operating this machine is safe. However, hazards can arise in some situations. Adhere to the following points: • • • • • • 3.3.2 The oscillating pumps are powered by pneumatic or hydraulic cylinders. Never reach into the area between the drive and the pump during operation. Otherwise injury from crushing can result. Only clean the drum pumps when they are de-pressurized. Never reach under the follower plate at the scoop piston. When the pump starts, you could crush or cut off your fingers. Never reach into the opening of the gear pump coupling. Danger of serious hand injuries due to rotating parts. Keep hands away from the danger area. Under all situations when working on the equipment, whether installation, removal and re-installation, commissioning, operation, modification, adaptation, maintenance and cleaning, the isolation procedure and safety information given in the operating instructions must be observed. All service and maintenance work on the machine must be only carried out after switching off or de-pressurizing the machine. In all cases observe local regulations applicable to safety and accident prevention. Danger from electric power Electricity is dangerous in many ways. Adhere to the following points: • • • • • • 3.3.3 Work on power supply systems may only be performed by qualified electricians. Check the system's electrical equipment regularly. Loose connections and burnt cables should be removed immediately or restored to their proper condition. The control/switch cabinet must be kept closed at all times. Access is permitted only to authorized staff with the key or tool intended for this purpose. If work is necessary on live parts, a second person, who can turn off the main switch in an emergency, must assist. Otherwise, the main switch must be turned off and locked against unintended switching on. Remove the mains plug. Danger from toxic and combustible materials Depending on the material being processed, special rules and regulations regarding occupational safety and accident prevention must be observed. • • 14/3 When using solvents or other corrosive chemicals, special precautions must be taken, e.g. eye washing facilities. During flushing and cleaning processes, vaporization of solvents may create an explosive zone. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Safety rules 3.3.4 Danger from high pressure Pneumatic and hydraulic modules are pressurized. Adhere to the following points: • • • • • • • 3.3.5 Only personnel with special knowledge and experience may work on hydraulic systems. When dealing with the system, you must wear protective goggles and gloves. Depressurize any sections of the system to be opened and pressurized lines before starting the repair work. Change hydraulic hose lines at appropriate intervals, even if no safety defects are detected. Pumps operate at high pressure. All pumps and lines must be relieved before opening or assembly. No residual pressure may exist. Otherwise, the main switch must be turned off and locked against unintended switching on. The main switch (circuit breaker) isolates the entire system from power supply. All electric functions are switched off and the discharge system closes. Certain parts of the machine remain pressurized. Remove the mains plug. Danger due to chemical reactions WARNING Danger of burning! Fire hazard! Suffocation hazard! After the media to be processed have been mixed, chemical reactions will take place. These may result in the generation of heat, smoke, and fire. ► Do not mix excessive amounts of material! Mixed material should be fed into a temperature-resistant container. There must be no inflammable material inside the waste container. 3.3.6 Risks caused by machine malfunction WARNING Risks caused by machine malfunction Machine malfunction can make material escape in an uncontrolled manner and cause injury to eyes and skin. ► Wear eye protection and protective gloves. 3.3.7 Beware of harmful vapors CAUTION Beware of harmful vapors. When working with open vessels or machine components at which material is discharged, harmful vapors can escape. ► Wear protective clothing and observe the material manufacturer's safety information. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 3/15 Safety rules 3.4 Responsibilities of the operating company The following responsibilities are generally applicable to the company operating the system: • • • • • • • • 3.5 Observe the generally recognized rules that apply to occupational safety. Moreover, observe the basic regulations and rules on occupational safety and accident prevention applicable on site. The operating company is obliged to observe the regulations applicable to the use of equipment, especially those specified in EC Directive 2009/104/EC. The system may only be operated in a perfect and clean condition. It is forbidden to remove, change, bypass or override any kind of protection, safety or monitoring devices. Redesigning or modifying this system is prohibited. For repairs, please contact DOPAG Service www.dopag.com. Only genuine DOPAG spare parts may be used. Check the system at least once per shift for visible signs of damage and for correct functions. The operating company is responsible for the safety regulations in dealing with the material used. Changes on the system Changes on the system are basically prohibited. If changes become necessary, please observe the following points: • • • • 3.6 Personal protective equipment • • • 16/3 Do not undertake changes, add-on or modification to the system without express approval by the manufacturer. Do not undertake changes to system software without express approval by the manufacturer. All redesigning measures require written approval by the manufacturer. Only genuine DOPAG spare parts may be used. Safe operation is not guaranteed if parts other than the genuine parts are used. Wear eye protection and protective gloves. For material-specific protective equipment, please refer to the safety data sheet by the material manufacturer (see chapter 13 Material data). The operating company must provide the required personal protective equipment. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Safety rules 3.7 Flushing and cleaning the system The material safety data sheets on the substances and materials used are an important factor when selecting flushing and cleaning agents. NOTICE There may be production residues or test material in the machine unless the machine has been run in with original material. During the initial use of the machine, such residues may result in defective products! ► During initial de-aeration, make sure to discharge sufficient material so that any production residues or test material is flushed out thoroughly. DANGER Danger of explosion when using solvents! When using solvents based on halogenated hydrocarbons, such as trichloroethane, chemical reactions can be caused on aluminum and on galvanized parts. The parts can oxidize and be destroyed as a result. In extreme cases, the reaction can occur in an explosive manner. ► Do not use any solvents based on halogenated hydrocarbons. When selecting flushing and cleaning agents, please observe the following points: • • • Observe the manufacturer's recommendations. Machine components must be capable of withstanding the recommended solvents and cleaning agents. If you have any questions, please contact DOPAG Service (www.dopag.com). Observe the current material safety data sheets of your suppliers. At certain points in these instructions, references are made to the replacement of cleaning agents, oils and similar products. Material safety data sheets of the manufacturers of these materials are, as far as we are aware, quoted in these instructions (see chapter Accompanying documentation). The current material safety data sheets must be available and the instructions contained therein must be followed. DANGER Fire hazard! When using cleaning agents containing solvents, an explosive atmosphere may be created. ► It is forbidden to smoke or use fire near the machine area! eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 3/17 Safety rules 3.8 Safety information for material vessels • • • • • 3.9 These operating instructions contain only basic information on the use of material vessels. The dedicated operating instructions regarding the material vessels must be read first (see chapter Accompanying documentation). Do not undertake any changes on the material vessels, otherwise these could impair safety. Do not manipulate the safety valves either. Operation of the material vessels is only permitted in unchanged original condition! Any work on the material vessels may only be carried out when the material pressure vessels are de-pressurized. Before opening the material vessels, switch off the agitator and secure it against being unintentionally switched on again. If a safety valve activates in your system, replace it without delay. Otherwise, the function of this safety system is not ensured. Conformity The equipment complies with the directives listed in the declaration of conformity (9 Conformity and protocols). 3.10 Warranty and liability In principle, our general conditions of sale and supply are applicable. They will be available to the operating company no later than the date on which the contract is concluded. Claims under the warranty and liability for personal and material damage are excluded if they are due to one or several of the following causes: • • • • • • • • • • • • 18/3 Improper use of the machine. Improper assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance. Operating the machine with defective or faulty safety systems or safety and protective devices not correctly attached or non-functional. Disregarding instructions on safety, transport, storage, assembly, commissioning, decommissioning, maintenance, dismantling and disposal of the machine. Unauthorized structural modification to the machine. Unauthorized intervention to the system software. Unauthorized changing of drive-power levels (power, rotational speed, etc). Poor monitoring of machine parts subject to wear. Repair work carried out improperly. Disasters caused by extraneous influences and force majeure. Use of spare parts which are not genuine DOPAG parts. Damage arising from normal wear and tear. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4 Structure and function 4.1 Basic function The eldomix is a delivering, metering and mixing system using gear pumps. It is used for processing low to medium-viscosity polyurethane-based multi-component media. It is designed to be eco-friendly and works without solvents. The components are fed separately until they enter the mixer. Therefore, flushing of machine parts is not required. 1 A component 2 B component 3 Material vessel 4 Agitator 5 Gear pump 6 Volume counter 7 Pressure monitoring 8 Discharge system 9 Plastic mixer 1 2 M M M M 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The media are located in the material vessels and will be fed to the gear pumps by means of the vessel pressure. An agitator in the vessel containing the A component homogenizes the material. The gear metering pumps deliver the material to the discharge system, where it is mixed in the mixer before being discharged. The A component can be delivered back to the material vessel via the gear metering pump in the circuit. The mixing ratio is calculated and controlled based on the test quantity. Operation and data input is carried out on the touch screen. The control unit facilitates integration into partially or fully automatic production or assembly processes. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/19 Structure and function 4.2 Structure 1 Control unit 2 Vacuum pump for component A 3 A component metering 4 B component metering 5 Discharge system 6 A component material vessel 7 B component material vessel 8 Compressed-air maintenance unit 9 Vacuum pump for component B 6 7 1 10 Foot switch 8 2 3 9 4 5 10 4.2.1 Control unit The control cabinet contains the electric components for controlling the machine. 1 Main switch 2 Indicator light with horn 3 Program selector switch (optional) 4 Touch-screen 1 2 3 4 TOUCH SIMATIC HMI OFF Vor Öffnen des Schaltschrankes Hauptschalter ausschalten! Avant d'ouvrir l'armoire de manoeuvre declencher l'interrupteur principal! Before opening of switch cabinet put off main switch! 20/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.2.1.1 Main switch The main switch (circuit breaker) is used to turn the machine ON and OFF. It interrupts the power supply to the entire system. In this way, all electrical functions are turned OFF and the dispensing valve closes. Certain components of the machine remain pressurized. 4.2.1.2 Indicator light with horn Collective alarms are displayed by the indicator light. Additionally, the horn sounds. 4.2.2 Compressed-air maintenance unit The compressed air maintenance unit supplies the machine with compressed air to create optimum operating conditions. The inflow of compressed air is filtered. A silica gel de-humidifier (option) removes moisture from the air. When closing the main valve for compressed air, the machine is de-aerated. 1 Compressed-air connection 2 Main valve for compressed air 3 Main air pressure controller (optional) 4 Distributor 5 Pressure gauge 6 Filter with water separator 7 Drain plug 8 Fine filter with water separator (option) 9 Silica gel air dehumidifier (optional) 1 5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 3 2 6 7 4 8 9 4/21 Structure and function 4.2.3 Material vessel The material vessels contain the component materials. They are pressurized in order to supply the material to the metering unit. The vessels may be equipped with additional functions (refilling, recirculation, evacuation, sight glass, heating, agitator, level probe, etc.). 1 Agitator motor (optional) 2 Level probe (option) 3 Star-shaped handle 4 Vessel cover 5 Cover seal 6 Material vessel 7 Probe rod 8 Agitator blades 9 Vessel fitting 10 Recirculation return line 11 Heating collar (optional) 12 Shut-off valve on material outlet 13 Material outlet 14 Material filter 1 9 2 3 10 4 5 6 11 7 12 8 13 14 22/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.2.4 Vessel fitting The vessel fitting supplies compressed air to the material vessel. Use the pressure regulator to set the vessel pressure. The vessel is ventilated via the air outlet valve. The air coupling enables the compressed-air hose to be connected or disconnected as necessary. For material vessel evacuation, the vessel fitting is disconnected from the vessel coupling. 1 Safety valve 2 Pressure gauge for vessel pressure 3 Air coupling 4 Air shut-off valve 5 Pressure regulator for vessel pressure 6 Sound absorber 7 Air outlet valve 8 Vessel coupling (optional) 3 4 1 2 5 6 7 8 4.2.5 Material filter Contaminants in the material will damage the valve seats or cause clogging and leakage. Material filters prevent contaminants from entering the system. 1 Filter housing 2 Material inlet 3 Material outlet 4 Housing cover 5 De-aeration screw 5 4 3 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 1 2 4/23 Structure and function 4.2.6 Level probe The level probe monitors the level in the container. Based on the probe signals, the control unit issues a warning when the lower level is reached indicating that the container will soon be empty, or starts or stops the refilling process. Depending on the respective machine, the level can be shown on the control unit display. 1 Operating mode (MODE) 2 Save (SET) 3 Setting key (UP/DOWN) 4 Level display 5 Maximum level calibration 6 Switching output 7 Analog output 8 Minimum level calibration 9 Electronics module 4 9 5 1 X 6 2 10 7 11 8 3 15 mm 10 Measuring range 11 Probe rod 4.2.7 Metering The gear motor drives the gear metering pump, which delivers the material to the discharge system. The metering units have been precisely adjusted to the material to be delivered and to the specific metering task. These special adjustments involve e.g.: • • • • • • 24/4 Gear metering pump (size, pump backlash, coating and sealing system) Pump carrier (version depending on the sealing system of the gear metering pump) Connecting block (size) Pressure sensors (pressure range) Shut-off valve on pump outlet (included or not included) Volume counters (size, backlash variant and bearings) – Required for MR-Control or MR regulation. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 1 Gear motor 2 Pump carrier with coupling 3 Grease nipple 4 Gear metering pump 5 Connecting block 6 De-aeration valve 7 Material outlet 8 Volume counter 9 Speed sensor (option) 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 7 8 12 10 Sealing fluid outlet 11 Material inlet 12 Pressure sensor 4.2.8 Volume counter Inside the volume counter, there is a fitted gear pair. The gears are driven by the material flow. During the rotation, each tooth is detected by a measuring unit. The measuring volume is determined in cm³/pulse according to the material quantity which has been delivered per tool pitch. Type and size of the volume counter have been especially designed for the specific application. 1 Electronic system 2 Protective earth conductor terminal 3 Measuring unit 4 Screw 5 4-pin M12 port 6 Nameplate 6 1 5 2 3 4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/25 Structure and function 4.2.9 Recirculation The ball valve is used to open the circuit. It must always be closed for metering functions. Manual recirculation 1 Material hose to material vessel 2 Cut-off valve 4.2.10 1 2 De-aeration valve with blocking attachment De-aeration valves with blocking attachment are used where materials sensitive to air and humidity are processed. After the valve has been operated, the sealing area must be flushed to prevent the material from hardening inside the valve. The blocking fluid is injected into the grease nipple using a grease gun with the valve closed until it flows out through the outlet and flushes out the material. 1 Knurled-head screw 2 Grease nipple 3 Material connection 4 Material/blocking fluid outlet 1 2 4 3 26/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.2.11 Static discharge system ID 2/2 and ID 4/4 The discharge system opens or blocks the material discharge. On closing, a back suction effect is generated which prevents dripping on the plastic mixer outlet. A pneumatic drive cylinder simultaneously operates the valves for both components. Switching over is performed by a solenoid valve. The components are fed in separately up to the mixing block outlet. Mixing is carried out in the plastic mixer. The opening stroke and therefore also the back suction effect of the valve can be adjusted using the adjusting screw. 1 Plastic mixer 2 Spigot nut 3 Handle (option) 4 Non-return valve 5 Packing nut 6 Drive cylinder 7 Solenoid valve 8 Adjusting screw 9 Hexagon nut 1 4.2.12 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Plastic mixer The plastic mixer includes a mixing helix and is fixed to the discharge system with a spigot nut. The components are mixed by shearing actions on the mixing helix. As soon as the mixed material has hardened in the plastic mixer, it must be replaced. The plastic mixers are available with different diameters and lengths. The respective version is selected depending on the application. Static mixing helix 1 Plastic mixer 2 Spigot nut eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 1 2 4/27 Structure and function 4.2.13 Sealing cap After work, the discharge channels can be sealed using the sealing cap. Before installing the sealing cap, it should be filled with a sealing medium such as Mesamoll grease. 1 Mixer head 2 Sealing cap 3 Spigot nut 4.2.14 1 2 3 Diaphragm vacuum pump The vacuum pump extracts the air from the material vessel (evacuation). The vacuum removes the air trapped in the material. In some applications, the vacuum can also be used to refill the material vessels. 1 Collector vessel 2 Suction connection (rear) 3 Pressure gauge 4 Valve 5 Vacuum pump 6 Switch (rear) 7 Exhaust air sound absorber 1 2 3 4 5 6 When toxic gases or vapors escape, the exhaust air sound absorber should be replaced by a 1/8" threaded nozzle with a hose so that the exhaust gases may be led away. 28/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.2.15 Start trigger The execution of a function can be triggered by pressing the start button on the touch screen, by actuating an optional handle or foot switch or, optionally, by an interface signal. 1 Start button 2 Handle button (optional) 3 Foot switch (optional) 1 4.3 2 3 Touch screen The systematic menu structure is illustrated in the operating instructions by way of sample pictures. These pictures may differ from the menus displayed on the touch-screen depending on the machine configuration. 4.3.1 Display/navigation information Navigation Menu button status Function button status By pressing the or button, additional screens with setpoints and actual values are displayed. When pressing the button of a menu, the button is highlighted. A highlighted button signals that the selection has been made. The menu may be closed by pressing the highlighted button once again. The status of heating unit and agitator is indicated via the color of the respective button. • • Gray: The function is OFF. The function may be switched on. Green: The function is ON. The function may be switched off. A complete overview of the menu structure with all its options can be found as a file in the supplied data storage device. 4.3.2 Pictograms Below is an overview of the pictograms used. See the corresponding chapter for a detailed description. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN User logged in Recirculation User logged out Pressure discharge Overview Heating Diagnostics Material hose heating Parameterization Vessel heating 4/29 Structure and function ESC Configuration Pump heating Status Volume counter heating Messages Dispensing valve heating Further contents Mixer heating Page down Agitator Page up A component Exit/Close B component Reset Flow rate Start Time Stop Pump Deselect function Volume counter Overview parameter groups Vessel level Continuous metering Pot life Shotwise metering Filling Metering by program data De-aeration through discharge system Pre-run A De-aeration through de-aeration valve Mixing ratio Interpolate flow rate adjustment Automatic mixing ratio adjustment USB (activating/deactivating) Flushing 30/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.3.3 Main menu (start screen) Main menu In the main menu, you can find all important data and buttons for system operation. The buttons for the pre-selection of the material discharge functions are located on the left-hand side. The process data are displayed at the center. The buttons for the additional functions are located on the right-hand side. Only the functions which are selectable in the current operating status are displayed. By pressing the Main menu 2 1 1 Status information 2 National flag for language selection 3 Login key 4 Metering functions 5 Process data 4 6 Component-specific metering functions 5 7 Menu line 8 Additional functions 9 Component-specific additional functions 10 Overview button, component-specific functions are displayed. 3 8 9 6 7 11 Diagnosis 10 11 12 13 14 15 12 Parameterization 13 Configuration 14 Status 20 16 15 Messages 17 Operating screen 16 Actual value 17 Setpoint value 18 Start button 19 ESC key 20 Selected function 18 19 The operating screen will be displayed after selecting a metering function. The current process data are displayed on the operating screen. The selected function is started by pressing the button. By pressing the "ESC" button, you may return to the main menu. Setpoint values can be changed by touching the respective dark gray numeric field (6.3 Changing setpoint values). eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/31 Structure and function 4.3.4 Component-specific functions Component-specific metering functions The component-specific metering functions are displayed in the left section of the Component-specific additional functions The component-specific additional functions are displayed in the right section of the 32/4 main menu when the button is pressed. The functions can be carried out individually for each component.. main menu when the button is pressed. The functions can be carried out individually for each component.. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.3.5 Overview This menu gives an overview of the entire machine. The menu may be called up or closed at any time by pressing the button. Overview 1 Scrolling 2 Current, central values 3 Dispensing valve 4 Level display 5 A component 6 Active status (green) 7 Current values of the component 8 Metering data 9 Overview button 10 B component 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 In this diagram, the active system components, such as motors, pumps or valves, are displayed in green. More process data are displayed by scrolling. Process data eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/33 Structure and function 4.3.6 Diagnosis On the "Diagnosis" menu screen, signal conditions can be monitored. The menu may be called up or closed at any time by pressing the button. Diagnosis screen 1 1 No signal (gray) 2 Active input signal (green) 3 Diagnosis button 1 2 3 Diagnosis screen 3 1 Analog input signal bar graph 2 Analog input signal numeric value 1 3 Output signal 2 4 No signal 3 4 Input signals are displayed in green. Output signals are displayed in red. The bar length shows the strength of the analog signal in addition to the numeric value. The value for the pulses detected by the volume counter can be displayed. The volume counter values may be reset by pressing the 34/4 button. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.3.7 Configuration Configuration In the "Configuration" menu, you will find all data and settings as to the hardware configuration. The menu may be called up or closed at any time by pressing the . The menu first displays the overview of the parameter groups. From the parameter groups overview, a parameter group can be selected. Overview parameter groups 1 Parameter group 2 Configuration key 3 Login key 3 1 Parameter group 4 Scroll button 5 Parameter group name 6 Parameter name 7 Parameter value 8 Current page/total pages 9 Overview parameter groups 2 10 Selection 4 5 8 6 9 7 10 The next parameter group is displayed by pressing the By pressing the or the button. button, you will return to the overview of the parameter groups. To change a parameter value, you must log in first (4.3.11 Log-in). In order to change a parameter value, press the field with the parameter value. The keypad appears and the new value can be entered. If the parameter value was not entered during commissioning and the displayed value is outside the permissible limits, the input field is displayed in yellow. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/35 Structure and function 4.3.8 Parameterization Parameterization In the "Parameterization" menu, you can find all data and settings important for operation. The menu may be called up or closed at any time by pressing the ton. but- The menu first displays the overview of the parameter groups. From the parameter groups overview, a parameter group can be selected. Overview parameter groups 1 Parameter group 2 Parameterization key 3 Login key 3 1 Parameter group 4 Scroll button 5 Parameter group name 6 Parameter name 7 Parameter value 8 Current page/total pages 9 Overview parameter groups 2 4 5 8 6 9 7 The next parameter group is displayed by pressing the By pressing the or the button. button, you will return to the overview of the parameter groups. To change a parameter value, you must log in first (4.3.11 Log-in). In order to change a parameter value, press the field with the parameter value. The keypad appears and the new value can be entered. If the parameter value was not entered during commissioning and the displayed value is outside the permissible limits, the input field is displayed in yellow. 36/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.3.9 Status This menu gives an overview of the system status and possible system error causes. The menu may be called up or closed at any time by pressing the button. Status 1 Status OK 2 Fault position 3 Poor condition but no fault 1 4 Status button with signaling a fault 2 5 Status button with signaling a defect 3 6 Current page/total pages 6 4 3 5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/37 Structure and function 4.3.10 Messages The system outputs information and error messages which must be acknowledged by touching the current message. The error is thus acknowledged but not eliminated. It is possible that a fault position is displayed in the All messages displayed so far are listed in the "Status" menu. "Messages" menu. The menu may be called up or closed at any time by pressing the button. Messages 1 Current message 2 Status button 1 2 1 List with date and time 2 Messages button 3 Delete message list 1 2 3 Up to 100.000 messages are stored. If a new message is added to a full list, the oldest message is deleted automatically. Delete messages 38/4 By pressing the "Delete" button, all messages are deleted from the list. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.3.11 Log-in The menus and in the menus or if the 1 Log-in window 2 Input field are protected with a password. If input fields are selected button is pressed, the log-in window is displayed. Login User name 1 Pasword 2 Exit Log-in Press the button. • The log-in window appears. • The keypad appears. Enter user name. Enter the password. Confirm log-in by OK. • The log-in window is closed. • The key indicates that a user is logged in. Log-out After the last entry, log-in remains active for the log-out time specified for the user. During this period, the user can leave the menu and re-enter without login. Afterwards, the system logs off automatically. Press the • The eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN button. button indicates that the user is logged out. 4/39 Structure and function 4.4 Selectable functions 4.4.1 Continuous metering Pre-selector button. Continuous material discharge with undefined volume. Depending on the parameterization, material is discharged as long as a start signal is pending or the material discharge is started via a start signal and stopped by a second stop signal. During discharge, the parameterized minimum metering time is taken into account. 4.4.2 Shotwise metering Pre-selector button. Shotwise material discharge with defined volume. The desired material quantity must be entered directly. The function must be started by a start signal. 4.4.3 Programmed metering Pre-selector button. Metering by means of metering programs. The start signal triggers a sequence defined in the metering program. The desired metering quantity can be stored in the metering program. When entering the value 0 for the metering quantity, material will be discharged continuously. 4.4.4 Pre-run Pre-selector button. During the pre-run, a defined quantity of material is discharged in order to re-fill the mixer. A pre-run is required e.g. after rebooting the machine, after a mixing ratio check, after flushing, after a potlife regeneration error or after a mixing ratio error. 4.4.5 Mixing ratio inspection Pre-selector button. Function for checking the mixing ratio. Both material components are simultaneously discharged at the mixing ration set. The discharged material must be collected separately for weighing purposes. 4.4.6 Recirculation Pre-selector button. The material is delivered from the material vessel through the gear pump back into the material vessel. The circulation of the material in the circuit prevents any fillers contained in the material from settling. If heating is provided, recirculation is used to distribute the temperature evenly in the material-contacting components. The delivery capacity for recirculation must be parameterized on the control unit. The started function runs until a stop signal occurs. Depending on the parameter setting, recirculation can also run in the interval mode. 40/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.4.7 Discharge pressure The function is used to discharge the material pressure. The outlet system is opened. 4.4.8 Automatic mixing ratio adjustment Pre-selector button. A Function for determining the flow rate adjustment values. Both material components are simultaneously discharged at the mixing ration set. Discharge is carried out in multiple steps with different machine capacities. The determined values for the flow rates are stored in the menu 4.4.9 . Interpolating flow rate adjustment The determined values or the values entered in the menu ment must be interpolated by pressing the key. 4.4.10 for flow rate adjust- De-aeration Pre-selector button. Function for de-aeration of the machine with opened or closed discharge system. When pre-selecting the function with the discharge system closed, a de-aeration valve must be opened manually. 4.4.11 Stirring Agitators in the material vessel prevent settling of fillers during downtimes and ensure an even temperature distribution. The running time and the downtime can be parameterized on the control unit. The interval of a started agitator function always starts with the running time. 4.5 Checks carried out automatically 4.5.1 Pressure monitoring Pressure sensors measure the material pressure at the outlets of the gear metering pumps. The pressure is displayed on the operating screen of the control unit. The pressure limits must be parameterized on the control unit. 4.5.2 Potlife check Potlife is the time between the homogeneous mixing of the components and the last possible time of use. The potlife depends on the material and must be entered as a parameter. The control unit checks and issues a signal after metering when the potlife has expired. When the potlife has expired, the plastic mixer must be replaced or regenerated. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/41 Structure and function 4.5.3 Metering quantity monitoring After a metering process, a volume counter checks whether the delivered material quantity lies within the specified tolerance range. 4.5.4 Mixing ratio inspection The volume counters exactly record and control the mixing ratio of the components and the material amounts delivered. In case of deviations beyond the tolerance, the material discharge is stopped and the machine issues an alarm. The mixing ratio, its tolerance and the test quantity must be parameterized on the control unit. 4.5.5 Filling level check Rod probes in the material vessels measure their filling level. The filling level is shown on the working screen of the control unit. Level check must be parameterized on the control unit. When falling below the minimum level, the control unit issues an error message. 4.5.6 Regeneration This function is used to flood the plastic mixer with newly mixed material upon expiration of the potlife. The control unit requires a digital input signal which confirms that the exhaust is in the regenerating position. The system capacity and the regeneration amount or time must be parameterized on the control unit. 4.5.7 Leakage check If a volume counter detects impulses during metering pauses, this is a sign for a possible leakage in the system. The number of permitted leakage impulses must be entered during parameterization. 4.5.8 Operating data recording The operating data can be saved on a USB stick. When saving, the file "DAQ.csv" is created. Saving is always executed after shotwise metering, continuous metering or in case of a malfunction. Operating data are, e.g.: • • • • • • • • 42/4 Date and time Metering program no. Function Material pressures Mixing ratio set value and actual value Metering quantity actual Material consumption Error/status messages eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function Technical data 4.6.1 Dimensions H3 H2 H1 4.6 T1 T2 B1 B2 4.6.2 Dimensions 1 2 3 Height H 750 mm 1,730 mm 2,190 mm Width B 806 mm 1,000 mm Length/Depth T 1,000 mm 1,500 mm Empty weight G 240 kg Electrical connection Electrical connection Machine Mains voltage 400 V 3/N/PE Frequency 50 Hz Power consumption I nom 12 A Nominal output 1.6 kW Max. switching capacity Isich 1 kA Connection CEE connector 16 A eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/43 Structure and function 4.6.3 Ambient conditions System operation System operation (without material) Air temperature + 5 to + 40 °C Relative air humidity max. 85% (non-condensing) NOTICE Reduction of motor output. In case of operation at heights above 1000 meters above sea level, the motor output is reduced by 1% per 100 meters. ► Note the height above sea level when operating the system. Transport and Storage Transport and storage (without material) Material processing temperature Air temperature - 25 to + 55 °C Relative air humidity max. 85% (non-condensing) For all operations, the material must be brought to the correct processing temperature. This temperature is to be considered, if: • • • the material is taken out of cold storage, heating is provided to heat up the materials, cooling is provided to cool down the materials. NOTICE Processing temperature of the material. The material must be brought to the correct processing temperature in order to avoid mixing and metering faults. ► Observe the notes on temperature in the material data sheet. 4.6.4 Gear metering pump The gear pumps can be fitted with different sealing systems. 44/4 Type Name Max. intake pressure URF High-pressure seal 150 bar RSS Triple shaft seal 6 bar VCR V-shaped seal 20 bar MSE End face mechanical seal 15 bar eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function 4.6.5 MR40 Structure 1 Programming interface 2 Ethernet interface LAN 3 Interface CAN1 4 USB port 5 Digital inputs 6 Digital outputs 7 CAN2 interface 8 Interface COM1 9 Interface COM2 10 Fieldbus (option) 11 Status LED fieldbus (option) 1 2 3 4 5 10 6 11 7 Terminals I/O assignment X1 9 X5 X7 1 L+ 25 AI0+ 49 DI0 73 DO0 2 M 26 AI0- 50 DI1 74 DO1 3 L+ 27 FE 51 DI2 75 DO2 4 L+ 28 AI1+ 52 DI3 76 DO3 5 L+ 29 AI1- 53 DI4 77 DO4 6 24V_DO_G1 30 FE 54 DI5 78 DO5 7 24V_DO_G2 31 AI2+ 55 DI6 79 DO6 8 MI 32 AI2- 56 DI7 80 DO7 9 MI 33 FE 57 DI8 81 DO8 10 MI 34 AI3+ 58 DI9 82 DO9 11 M_DI_G1 35 AI3- 59 DI10 83 DO10 12 M_DI_G2 36 FE 60 DI11 84 DO11 X2 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN X3 8 X4 X6 X8 13 AA0+ 37 AI4+ 61 DI12 85 DO12 14 AA0- 38 AI4- 62 DI13 86 DO13 15 FE 39 FE 63 DI14 87 DO14 16 AA1+ 40 AI5+ 64 DI15 88 DO15 17 AA1- 41 AI5- 65 GI16 89 DO16 18 FE 42 FE 66 GI17 90 DO17 19 AA2+ 43 AI6+ 67 GI18 91 DO18 20 AA2- 44 AI6- 68 GI19 92 DO19 21 FE 45 FE 69 GI20 93 DO20 22 AA3+ 46 AI7+ 70 GI21 94 DO21 23 AA3- 47 AI7- 71 GI22 95 DO22 24 FE 48 FE 72 GI23 96 DO23 4/45 Structure and function Legend Terminal Description Terminal L+ Power supply +24V 24V_DO_G1 Digital outputs supply DO0...DO11 24V_DO_G2 Digital outputs supply DO12...DO23 M Power supply 0V MI Internal 24V ground M_DI_G1 Ground for primary circuit digital inputs DI8...DI15 M_DI_G2 Ground for primary circuit digital inputs DI16...DI23 FE Functional earth M connected to M_I M_DI_Gx connectable to M_I with plug-in jumpers DI0...DI23 Digital inputs DO0...DO23 Digital outputs AI0...AI7 Analog inputs Non-floating (common ground) AIx + = signal supply line AIx - = signal return line (AGND) AO0...AO3 Analog outputs Non-floating (common ground) AOx + = signal supply line AOx - = signal return line (AGND) Housing data External dimensions W x H x D [mm] Installation section W x H [mm] Weight [kg] Protection rating, installed condition 215 x 120 x 45 184.8 x 101.5 0,5 IP 10 Nominal voltage Power consumption DC 24 V +/- 10% 0,3 A Program memory 2 MB Flash Main memory 2 MB SRAM Data memory 1 MB Flash Supply voltage Memory 32 kB FRAM 46/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Structure and function Interfaces Programming interface SWD/ETM USB 1.1 RS232 RS422/RS485 2x CAN V2.0B Ethernet 10/100 base-T Field bus (option, different versions) Inputs and outputs Digital inputs 24 Digital outputs 24 Analog inputs 8, 0...10 V, 0/4...20mA Analog outputs 4, 0...10 V or 0/4...20mA Controller STM32F429NIH Other Core: ARM Cortex-M4 Programming language "C" high-level language Operating system Real-time multitasking operating system CMSIS-RTOS Permitted ambient temperature 0...50 °C Time/Date Real-time clock Buffer battery service life min. 3 years (reference Varta CR1220 3V, 35mAh) eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 4/47 Structure and function 48/4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning 5 Commissioning 5.1 Transportation The machine is packaged and delivered by the manufacturer in a proper manner. It is protected for transport and against weather conditions, and provided with suitable packaging materials. DANGER Transporting the system incorrectly could result in personal injury! Fatal injury could result if the system is transported incorrectly. ► Transport the system with the help of persons who are forklift-trained and who are able to handle heavy items. Transport the system to final destination as packaged and only remove package before first use. The packaging protects the system. 5.2 Operating location At the operating location, the weight of the system and the local protection provisions are to be observed. Easily inflammable materials (e.g. solvents) require special care. Observe the following points: • • • • • • • • • 5.3 Check the ground's bearing capacity. Check space conditions and accessibility. Observe local regulations concerning safety and protection. Attach safety signs. Have protective clothing available. Check thermal conditions (if the system is equipped with heating system). Ensure adequate ventilation when working with toxic fumes and vapors. Ensure that air conditioning keeps the environment dry. Provide space for fresh air supply and exhaust air with aerated control cabinet. Removing packaging Disposal All packaging material must be removed with care. Packaging material must be disposed of in the correct manner (see chapter 8 Disposal). Warranty conditions The system must be checked for damage that may have occurred in transit. If damage is found, then the warranty conditions must be observed. The warranty conditions are described in the sales documents. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/49 Commissioning 5.4 Raising/Relocating The table version has four through holes on the chassis. Ring bolts can be fastened to them to lift the machine. 1 Ring bolt 2 Through holes 1 2 WARNING Improper loading can cause the ring bolts to break the the machine could fall. If the machine falls, it can cause serious or fatal injuries. ► Ensure the permitted loading direction when assembling the ring bolts. 5.5 Installation The system must be installed and operated on a level floor. If the system or parts of it are fitted with rollers and are free to roll then a roller brake must be fitted to prevent accidental movement. Additional securing is not necessary. All system parts must be installed on a non-slip base. Observe the local ergonomic principles for workplaces. The system has been designed for operation in spaces that are protected from weather effects. Operation and storage in an environment containing aggressive substances or too high humidity or outdoors will result in corrosion damage, for which the manufacturer does not assume liability. NOTICE The access to the cooling openings must be free, so that the cooling air can flow in the inside of the housing. In case of overheating, components can fail or be damaged. ► The main emergency stop button must always be freely accessible. 50/5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning 5.6 Connection 5.6.1 Electrical connection The smachine with its electrical components such as touch screen, agitator, heating etc. requires an appropriate connection to a power supply (see circuit diagrams chapter). The control cabinet must be grounded on the bolt provided for this purpose. DANGER Danger of electric shock! Touching parts in this danger zone may result in serious or fatal injury from electric shock. ► Work on power supply systems may only be performed by qualified electricians. All grounding connections or equipotential bonding strips on the machine or on its modules must be connected to the earth potential of the user's device. According to EN 60204-1, in case of a leakage current higher than 10 mA in machines with variable-speed drives, these must be grounded with an equipotential bonding conductor of 10 mm² Cu if the protective conductor of the machine's supply line is smaller than 10 mm² Cu. Ground connections can also be located on pumps to dissipate electrostatic charges. 1 Ground connection 2 Connecting cable to equipotential bonding 1 2 5.6.2 Compressed-air connection The machine must be connected to a compressed air supply. The supply line must have a bore diameter corresponding to the technical data for a constant pressure delivery of 6 bar. For pneumatic drives, air cylinders, valves and to fill in the material vessels, the compressed air must comply with the quality level 3 according to DIN ISO 8573-1. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/51 Commissioning 5.7 Vacuum pump exhaust air During evacuation, gases and vapors are released from the material. These gases may be more or less hazardous depending on the material. In any case, the gasses and vapors which are discharged at the outlet of the vacuum pump should be led away properly. If necessary, install an exhaust gas hose at the outlet of the vacuum pump by means of a gas-tight connection and lead the exhaust gases away via an extraction device. Also observe the notes in the operating instructions of the vacuum pump (see chapter Accompanying documentation). WARNING Danger due to inhalation of toxic vapors! Inhaling toxic vapors may be harmful to your health and lead to unconsciousness. ► Potentially harmful gases and vapors must be led away at the outlet of the pump. 5.8 Basic inspection Inspection must be carried out during initial commissioning and after repair work. It is done without material (material vessel and lines empty). Checking the system Carry out visual inspection. Open the compressed air supply. Check components and hoses for air leaks. Check the pipe fittings The pipe fittings could become loose when transporting the system. Check the pipe fittings and tighten them if necessary. Checking the sealing systems Adjustable seals may be provided in the discharge system, the shut-off valves or the metering pumps. For more information on the sealing systems, see chapter Maintenance (7.2 Maintenance of the modules). Check the gland nuts and tighten them if necessary. Checking the seals Listen for leaks in the pneumatic lines. The leakage detector (LEAK_DETECT) can be used to find leakage which cannot be heard. This device can be purchased from Hilger u. Kern. For detailed information on the device, go to www.hilger-kern.de. 5.9 Switching on Switching on the system Turn on the main switch. Open the compressed-air main valve on the compressed-air maintenance unit. Set the pressure on the compressed-air maintenance unit to max. 6 bar. Confirm and acknowledge any error messages (4.3.10 Messages). 5.10 Language selection By pressing the country flag, the language can be changed anytime on the touchscreen. 52/5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning 5.11 Enter data Data must be entered in the menu and during commissioning. Press the or button. • The parameter groups are displayed. If the menus are password protected, login (4.3.11 Log-in) is required. Press the button with the name of the desired parameter group. • The parameter names and their values are (5.14 Parameterization). The next parameter group is displayed by pressing the or the displayed button. Press the field of the parameter value. • The keypad appears. • The limit values are displayed using the keypad. 1 Limit values 2 Keyboard 3 Return 4 Close 5 Input value 4 5 1 2 3 Input the setpoint using the keypad. Press the Return button. • The keypad disappears. • The new value is only saved it it is within the limit value. By pressing the button, you will return to the parameter groups. • Further parameter values can be entered. Press the eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN or the button to exit the menu. 5/53 Commissioning 5.12 Configuration The settings in the menu affect the hardware and should only be undertaken by qualified maintenance personnel. The following configurations may be changed on this installation: NOTICE Changes in the configuration menu Changes made to this menu can result in faults. ► Parameters may only be adapted in cooperation with the DOPAG Service. If you want to access this menu, you have to enter the user name and password (see chapter 5.13 User administration). General settings 54/5 • Start signal deaering Selection whether the start signal during de-aeration is to be carried out statically or as an impulse (start/stop). • Start signal metering continuously Select whether the start signal during continuous metering is to be carried out statically or as an impulse (start/stop). • Start signal on site Selection of functions than can be executed by a start signal on site. All other functions must be started on the touch-screen. • Stop signal on site Determines whether the stop signal on site only stops the running function or it stops and deselects it. • Program selection mode Determining whether the metering programs should be selected using the touch panel, through the (external) interface or the fieldbus connection. • Setpoint specification Select whether the value for the machine capacity is taken from the metering program or whether it is defined by an analog signal (analog) by the customer or by the fieldbus connection. • Unit potlife Determining whether the time is to be displayed in seconds or minutes. • Flow rate adjustment metering program Select whether the values for flow rate adjustment from the metering program or from the machine configuration shall be used. • Min. dose time metering continuously A minimum metering time can be defined for continuous metering, which prevents metering extremely small amounts. Metering extremely small amounts can lead to a mixing ratio offset. The minimum metering time depends on the application. • Data logging eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning Selection whether operating data recording shall be on or off. Pressure control Pumps Volume counter Delay times Leakage • Logging cycle Memory cycle of the operating data recording. • Pressure sensor 20 mA Upper limit in the pressure sensor measurement range. • Max. working pressure Maximum permitted material pressure within the system. • Pressure increasing Control time for the pressure control. • Pump size Gear metering pump size. • Max. pump speed Maximum permitted metering pump speed due to design. • Pulse value Value that depends on the volume counter type (5.23 Adjusting the volume counter). • Max. down time Control time. If there are no impulses from the volume counter in time during metering, an error message is issued. • Outlet/Circulation OPEN - block/inlet OPEN Delay time between opening the exhaust or the recirculation and opening the cut-off or inlet valve on the gear metering pump. • Block/inlet OPEN - Pumps ON Delay time between opening the cut-off or inlet valve on the gear metering pump and starting the gear metering pump. • Pumps OFF - block/inlet CLOSED Delay time between stopping the gear metering pump and closing the cut-off or inlet valve on the gear metering pump. • Block/inlet CLOSED - Outlet/circulation CLOSED Delay time between closing the cut-off or inlet valve on the gear metering pump and closing the exhaust or the recirculation. • max. leakage pulses Permitted number of impulses of the volume counter during metering pauses. This parameter is used for leakage control. • Leakage control time After the time has expired, the counted leakage pulses are reset to zero. • Max. channel deviation Maximum allowable difference of the impulses from channel 1 and channel 2 of the volume counter. • Delay detection OFF after metering Leakage control does not start until the parameterized time after metering has been completed has elapsed. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/55 Commissioning Level control • Residual quantity Information on level control of the material vessel. When the 0% level is reached according to the measurement of the level probe, an undetected residual quantity remains in the vessel. This value must be determined. The metering process can be resumed until the residual quantity has been consumed. In the table below, the residual quantities in the material vessels for the different level probes used are defined. If different vessels or level probes are used, the residual quantity values may vary. Article No. Material vessel Bar length Level probe Residual quantity Bar length Level probe Vessel size with agitator 21300368 165 mm 0,7 l No level probe possible 12 l, Di=284 mm 22023144 220 mm 2,5 l 170 mm 5,7 l 24 l, Di=284 mm 22023145 380 mm 2,3 l 330 mm 5,5 l 45 l, Di=284 mm 22023146 730 mm 2,5 l 650 mm 7,6 l 60 l, Di=284 mm 22026871 950 mm 2,5 l 900 mm 5,7 l 60 l, Di=362 mm 22031503 580 mm 7,5 l 520 mm 13.7 l 4 l, Di=163 mm Residual quantity without agitator The lowermost switching point of the level probe is located 15 mm above the end of the level probe. For materials of higher viscosity, a smaller value should be entered for the residual quantity since, in case of a larger residual quantity, material might stick to the walls of the vessel and not flow off. 1 Level probe 2 Residual quantity 3 Material vessel 1 2 3 External flow rate 56/5 • Flow rate at 4 mA / 2 V and flow rate at 20 mA / 10 V When specifying the flow rate via an analog signal. Determining which signal intensity of the analog signal corresponds to which flow rate. • Delay analog change The control unit only reacts to analog values for changing the flow rate that are present upon expiration of the period of time. • Min. change analog value If any changes are made to the flow rate during metering, it is not executed until the value for the minimum change is reached. • Flow rate changing step eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning If any changes are made to the flow rate during metering, it is gradually carried out according to the percentage value. Flow rate adjustment A correction value can be entered for different flow rates. Any change of the flow rate of a component will result in a change of the mixing ratio. Touch screen • Date/Time The date and time can be set. • Brightness The display brightness can be changed here. • Calibration The touch screen can be newly calibrated (7.3 Calibrate touch-screen). • Load Key for loading a new software for the touch screen. • Quit RT Button for exiting the program running on the touch screen. • Reboot The touch screen software is rebooted. After specific software-related interventions, you may be requested to start a booting procedure. • Documentation The documentation for the metering computer can be opened for reference. PLC User administration Users can be created or deleted (5.13 User administration). Machine information • Software The software number is displayed. • Manual The operating instructions can be opened for reference. 5.13 1 Password 2 User 3 Empty line User administration 4 Configuration key 5 Group (authorization) 6 Log-out time 5 1 6 2 3 4 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/57 Commissioning User and password User name and password can be adjusted to your needs. The following users may be factory-preset: User Password Group Authorization admin not published Admin Master password for the manufacturer No PLC User not published Unautho- System-dependent user rized user 1111 User 2222 Service No Password for staff members to autho- Yes rize them to edit data in the parameterization service Editable menu. Password for maintenance staff mem- Yes bers to authorize them to edit data in the parameterization and configu- ration menus and to create and delete users. Create user Press the button. Press the "User administration" button. • The users list is displayed. Touch the first field in the empty line. • The keypad appears. Enter the new user name and confirm it. Touch the empty field for the password. • The input field is opened. Enter the password. The password must have four characters at least. Enter the password again for acknowledging purposes and confirm it. Select the authorization in the Group field. Enter the log-out time. Delete user Press the button to exit the menu. Press the button. Press the "User administration" button. • The users list is displayed. Touch the line of the user to be deleted. • The keypad appears. Press the "Del" button. • The user is deleted. Press the 58/5 button to exit the menu. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning 5.14 Parameterization The parameters must be checked and set in the menu during commissioning. If you want to access this menu, you have to enter the user name and password (see chapter 5.13 User administration). Metering program Mixing ratio Pre-run Any possible parameters of the series are listed and described in the following list. Parameters which are not needed due to the special configuration of the machine are not displayed on the screen. • Program No. Number of the metering program. • Program name Name of the metering program. • Quantity Amount of mixed material to be discharged. If the value "0" is entered, continuous metering is carried out (without amount limit). • Flow rate Discharge capacity of mixed material. • Tolerance overflow Tolerance of the delivery quantity. When the tolerance is exceeded, an error message is issued. • Max. metering time Control time. If the system exceeds the entered time period, an error message is issued. • Flow rate adjustment A correction value may be entered for the flow rate. • Setpoint 100 Mixing ratio per volume parts according to the material manufacturer's specifications. • Tolerance +/Permitted tolerance of the mixing ratio according to the material manufacturer's specifications. • Checksize The mixing ratio is checked several times during the metering process. The check is always executed when the test quantity is reached. The test quantity must be smaller than the pre-run quantity. • Quantity Amount of mixed material to be discharged during pre-run. • Flow rate Delivery capacity of mixed material during pre-run. • Max. metering time eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/59 Commissioning The maximum metering time is greater than the theoretical metering time. If the time is exceeded when executing the pre-run function, an error message is issued. MR control Deaering Recirculation Potlife control 60/5 • Max. errors If mixing ratio errors occur during pre-run, the pre-run operation is automatically executed until the mixing ratio is correct or the number of maximum errors during pre-run is reached. • Quantity Combined amount of components A and B to be output during mixing ratio check. • Flow rate Material delivery capacity in the corresponding mixing ratio during mixing ratio check. • Max. metering time Control time. If the metering time during the mixing ratio check is exceeded, an error message is issued. • Flow rate Delivery capacity during de-aeration. • Metering time Time period for the de-aeration function. If the value 0 is entered, the started function runs until a stop signal occurs. • Flow rate Delivery capacity during recirculation. • Component Select whether the circuit of A, B or A and B component is to be activated. • Active time Recirculation runtime until the idle time. • Idle time Idle time up to the next automatic start of recirculation. If the value 0 is entered, recirculation runs permanently without a pause. • Potlife setpoint Enter the potlife according to the material manufacturer's specifications. • Mixing volume Amount of material needed for regeneration of the plastic mixer. As soon as the quantity has been discharged during a metering process, the potlife is reset. • Flow rate Delivery capacity of mixed material during regeneration. • Control time Control time. If the regeneration position is not reached after the potlife and the control time have expired, an error message is issued. • Max number cycles eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning At the most, the automatic regeneration is performed until the set amount has been reached. After this, a flushing process with A component is carried out. Pressure control Level control Agitators Data management • Max. metering time Control time. If the time is exceeded when executing the regeneration function, an error message is issued. • min./max. pressure Material pressure control at the gear pump outlet. When the value exceeds or falls below the limit, an error message is issued. • Delay time underpressure If the supply pressure briefly drops e.g. at changeover positions of the delivery pump, the pressure control is ignored for the parameterized amount of time. • Negative pressure fade out time Before the metering pumps start, there is possibly no material pressure yet at the pump outlet. Thus, the pressure limit check starts after the fade out time. • Low level Minimum filling level value in the material vessel. An alarm is issued when falling below the value. • High level Filling level of the material vessel at which the refill process is stopped. • Active time Agitator running time until idle time. • Idle time Pause time up to the next automatic start of the agitator. If the value 0 is entered, the agitator runs permanently without a pause. The machine data, i.e. all settings carried out in the "Parameterization" and "Configuration" menus, can be saved to and restored from a USB stick (7.6 Machine data). The parameter list can be saved to a USB stick (7.7 Data storage). 5.15 Setting the level probe The level probes are factory preset. They can be adapted to the containers and the production requirements. A detailed description is attached as a separate document in the chapter Accompanying documentation. The level probe must be set at operating temperature. If the difference between setting and operating temperatures is too big (±5°C), the level probe could be inaccurate. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/61 Commissioning Operating mode (MODE) 2 Save (SET) 3 Setting key (UP/DOWN) 4 Level display 5 Maximum level calibration 6 Switching output 7 Analog output 8 Minimum level calibration 9 Electronics module 10 Measuring range 4 9 1 5 6 X 1 2 10 7 11 3 8 15 mm 11 Probe rod Reset Execute a reset before the first compensation is carried out or before using the new medium. Hold the keys MODE and UP/DOWN pressed simultaneously for 5 s. • Level displays 0% and 100% illuminate, and % display flashes. • Release the keys within 3 seconds. Press the UP/DOWN button and hold it while pressing the SET button simultaneously until all green LEDs light up for approx. 1 second. Press the MODE button five times. • Reset is accomplished. Calling the setting mode Hold the keys MODE and UP/DOWN pressed simultaneously for 5 s. • Level displays 0% and 100% illuminate, and % display flashes. • Release the keys within 3 seconds. Minimum level calibration Press the key MODE several times until MN display illuminates and % display flashes. Fill the container to between 5% and 25% of the desired measuring area. Set the value corresponding to the level with the key UP/DOWN. Press the SET button to save the setting. • Permanent illumination, the value confirmation occurs after a few seconds. Maximum level calibration Press the key MODE several times until MX display illuminates and % display flashes. Fill the container to between 25% and 95% of the desired measuring area. Set the value corresponding to the level with the key UP/DOWN. Press the key SET to save the setting. • Permanent illumination, the value confirmation occurs after a few seconds. 62/5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning 5.16 Filling (material vessel) The material vessels must be filled with material. Afterwards, the material (depending on the machine configuration) must be heated, stirred, evacuated and the machine must be de-aerated. Note the following before starting: • • • • Agitators on the vessel covers must be turned off and isolated from the mains supply. Only use perfect and clean material. Under no circumstances, may the two components be confused. Fill the container on the previous evening in order to let escape the air over night. WARNING Hazard caused by abrupt starting of agitator! When getting near rotating agitator vanes with the limbs, there is hazard of serious injuries such as fracture, contusion or skin injury. ► Before opening the material vessel, the power connector must be disconnected from the agitator motor. WARNING Hazard caused by spattering material! When being filled in, material can spatter and cause eye injuries and skin lesion. ► Wear eye protection and protective gloves. Preparation of filling operation Switch off the agitator. Disconnect the power supply connector from the agitator motor. Close the air shut-off valve of the vessel fitting. Open the air outlet valve. • Air escapes. Close the air outlet valve when the pressure has equalized. Loosen the star knob bolts on the vessel lid manually. Remove the lid. Filling NOTICE The material components must not be confused under any circumstances. Mixing of material inside the vessel may lead to substantial damage. ► Make sure that the vessel is filled with the correct component. NOTICE Overfilled material vessels may damage parts of the compressed air system. If the material vessels are overfilled, there is the risk that material enters the compressed air lines and causes damage to parts of the compressed air system. ► If the material is to be evacuated, fill the material vessel half way; otherwise, fill it to max. 5 cm below the vessel edge. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/63 Commissioning Fill the material vessel. • If possible, allow material to run down the vessel wall. To adjust the level probe, first fill in material until the end of the level probe is covered by 2 cm of material and then perform the minimum-level calibration on the probe. Continue filling the vessel and then perform the maximum level calibration. Clean the vessel edge, seal and cover. Lubricate the seal (silicone oil or petroleum jelly). Fit the lid. Hand tighten the star knob bolts. End filling Reconnect the power supply connector to the agitator motor. Open the air shut-off valve of the vessel fitting. Adjust the pressure regulator for vessel pressure on the vessel fitting. Open the shut-off valve on the vessel outlet. 5.17 Evacuation After filling up the material vessel, it must be evacuated. Switch on the agitator if necessary. Close the vessel outlet shut-off valve. Close the vessel outlet shut-off valve (in case of manual shut-off valve). Close the air shut-off valve on the vessel fitting. Open the air outlet valve. Wait until the pressure gauge for the vessel pressure indicates 0 bar. Close the air outlet valve. Pull off the vessel fitting on the coupling. Attach the air coupling of the vacuum pump. NOTICE If the material is initially evacuated with the lowest absolute pressure, the material may foam so intensely that the foam is sucked into the collector vessel or the vacuum pump. This may lead to clogging of the collector vessel or damage the vacuum pump. ► Carry out evacuation gradually. It is recommended to evacuate with consistent pressure graduation in three steps for 10 minutes each. Pressure steps example (absolute pressure values): • • • 1st step 600 mbar 2nd step 300 mbar 3rd step 10 mbar NOTICE The evacuation values must be met. If they are not met, the material properties could change. ► Never use a value below the permissible evacuation value for the material. 64/5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning Switch on the switch on the vacuum pump. Observe the displayed pressure during evacuation. If necessary, regulate the underpressure at the vacuum pump valve. Observe the evacuation time. Observe the hose from the vessel to the vacuum pump. If material or foam is sucked into the hose, the pressure must be increased until the material bubbles have settled. Carry out the next evacuation step. Switch off the switch on the vacuum pump. Remove the air coupling of the vacuum pump. • The material vessel is aerated. Plug the vessel fitting. Open the air shut-off valve on the vessel fitting. Open the vessel outlet shut-off valve. 5.18 De-aerating the gear pump The gear pumps must be de-aerated during commissioning. Air in the system causes metering errors. 1 De-aeration screw 2 Sealing system 3 Gear metering pump 1 2 3 NOTICE Operation of the transfer pump without material is only permitted for a short period. Prolonged operation of the transfer pump without material can cause damage to the system. ► Make sure that the pump is only operated with 10% to 20% of its max. capacity until it is filled completely. WARNING Risk of splashing! The material is released under high pressure and spraying may occur due to entrapped air. ► Wear safety goggles and protective gloves! Observe the material manufacturer's safety information. De-aerating the gear pump Attach a transparent hose to the de-aeration screw. Hold the hose into a waste container. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/65 Commissioning Slowly release the de-aeration screw. • Air and material flow through the de-aeration. Tighten the de-aeration screw as soon as material free of air or bubbles is discharged. 5.19 De-aeration The system must be de-aerated during commissioning, after refilling the material supply, after maintenance work on pumps and supply lines and each time after unscrewing pipe fittings between material supply and discharge system. Air in the system causes metering errors. NOTICE There may be production residues or test material in the machine unless the machine has been run in with original material. During the initial use of the machine, such residues may result in defective products! ► During initial de-aeration, make sure to discharge sufficient material so that any production residues or test material is flushed out thoroughly. Requirements: • • • De-aerate the system The machine must have been filled. Depending on the machine configuration, the material must be stirred, heated, or evacuated. No plastic mixer and no end cap may be fitted to the discharge system. Press the button on the left. • Additional functions are displayed. Press the button for the relevant component. • Pre-selection for de-aeration with closed exhaust is active. Hold the collector vessel under the de-aeration valve. Open the de-aeration valve. Press the button. • Material is discharged. Release the button or press the or bubbles is discharged. button as soon as material free of air Close the de-aeration valve. Press the ESC button to deselect the function. If there is more than one air relief valve, repeat this procedure. De-aerate the discharge system Press the button on the left. • Additional functions are displayed. Press the button for the relevant component. • Pre-selection for de-aeration with opened discharge system is active. Place a collector vessel under the discharge system. 66/5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning Press the button. • Material is discharged. Hold the outlet system up so that the hose package rises from the system to the outlet system. Rotate the outlet system during de-aeration so that the air can easily escape towards the outlet. Release the button or press the or bubbles is discharged. Press the ESC button as soon as material free of air button to deselect the function. Clean the mixer head with a cloth. Execute the process for the second component. 5.20 Flush the de-aeration valve After the de-aeration valve has been operated, the sealing area must be flushed with a blocking fluid. Install the grease gun at the lubricating nipple (4.2.10 De-aeration valve with blocking attachment). Press in one or two strokes of grease. Collect leaking blocking fluid with a cup. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/67 Commissioning 5.21 Setting the opening stroke Upon closing, a back suction effect is generated by the discharge system which prevents dripping on the plastic mixer outlet. The opening stroke and therefore also the back suction effect of the valve can be set on the adjusting screw. • • 1 Plastic mixer 2 Spigot nut 3 Handle (option) 4 Non-return valve 5 Packing nut 6 Drive cylinder 7 Solenoid valve 8 Adjusting screw 9 Hexagon nut A small opening stroke results in a small back suction effect. A large opening stroke results in a large back suction effect. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The setting must be carried out with the valve closed. Set the opening stroke to obtain the back suction of a minute quantity of material into the mixing tube tip at the end of a metering process. The opening stroke is too small if the machine issues an error during the metering process due to overpressure. Hold the adjusting screw with an open-end wrench. Release the hexagon nut. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to reduce the opening stroke. • If the stop screw is screwed all the way to the stop, the valve will not be able to open after starting! Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to increase the opening stroke. Hold the adjusting screw with an open-end wrench. Tighten the hexagon nut. 68/5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning 5.22 Adjusting the gear metering pump The pump sizes must be entered in the configuration menu. The values have already been checked and entered at the factory, if the machine has been run in with the original material. This value must be checked and modified, if necessary, if the machine was not run in with material or if the material has been changed. Determining the pump size Note the following before starting: • • • • • • • • Have a balance (precision of 1‰ of the measuring quantity) ready. The empty weight of the measuring vessels must be known. The exact density of the material must be known. The material vessels must be filled. The material must have been heated up. The material must have been stirred. The machine must have been de-aerated. The flow rate should amount to 50% of the max. machine capacity (5.14 Parameterization). Remove the end cap or mixer from the discharge system. Clean the outlet opening. Fit the adapter for volumetric measurement to the outlet opening. Press the button on the left. • Additional functions are displayed. Press the button. • Pre-selection for de-aeration with opened discharge system is active. Hold a collector vessel under the adapter for volumetric measurement. Press the button. • The adapter for volumetric measurement is filled. Release the button or press the or bubbles is discharged. button as soon as material free of air Hold a weighed measuring vessel under the adapter for volumetric measurement. Press the button. • Material is discharged. For machines with speed check, press the played pump speed. button and write down the dis- For machines without speed check, the pump speed must be measured on the coupling with a measuring instrument. After approx. 60 seconds, release the button or press the button. If the desired time is entered in the "De-aeration" area under parameter "Metering time" during parameterization, material discharge ends automatically after the time has expired. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/69 Commissioning Press the ESC button to deselect the function. Weigh the measuring vessel incl. material. Determine the net weight of the material (subtract empty weight) and write it down. For the density of the material, see the batch record. Calculate the material volume based on the density. Calculate pump rotations based on time and speed. Calculate the pump size [cm³/rev] based on the volume and the pump rotations. Change the pump size value in the configuration menu (5.12 Configuration). 5.23 Adjusting the volume counter The pulse values for volume counter A and volume counter B are contained in the configuration. The values have already been checked and entered at the factory, if the machine has been run in with the original material. This value must be checked and modified, if necessary, if the machine was not run in with material or if the material has been changed. Determining the volume counter value Note the following before starting: • • • • • • • • Have a balance (precision of 1‰ of the measuring quantity) ready. The empty weight of the measuring vessels must be known. The exact density of the material must be known. The vessels must be filled. The material must have been heated up. The material must have been stirred. The machine must have been de-aerated. The flow rate should amount to 50% of the max. machine capacity (5.14 Parameterization). Remove the end cap or mixer from the discharge system. Clean the outlet opening. Fit the adapter for volumetric measurement to the outlet opening. Press the button on the left. • Additional functions are displayed. Press the button. • Pre-selection for de-aeration with opened discharge system is active. Hold a collector vessel under the adapter for volumetric measurement. Press the button. • The adapter for volumetric measurement is filled. Release the button or press the or bubbles is discharged. button as soon as material free of air Press the button. • The diagnostics screen appears. 70/5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning Press the button. Press the button for the corresponding volume counter. • The counter readings are reset to zero. Press the button. • The system returns to the selected function. Hold a weighed measuring vessel under the adapter for volumetric measurement. Press the button. • Material is discharged. After approx. 30 seconds, release the button or press the button. If the desired time is entered in the "De-aeration" area under parameter "Metering time" during parameterization, material discharge ends automatically after the time has expired. Press the ESC button to deselect the function. Weigh the measuring vessel incl. material. Determine the net weight of the material (subtract empty weight) and write it down. For the density of the material, see the batch record. Calculate the material volume based on the density. Press the button. • The diagnostics screen appears. Press the button. Add up the displayed pulses from volume counters X1 and X2. Press the key to return to the main menu. Divide the calculated volume by the sum of the pulses. • The calculation gives a volume counter value X cm³/pulse. Number value input Press the button. If necessary, enter log-in data (5.13 User administration). Select parameter group "volume counter". • The current pulse value ist displayed. Enter new pulse value. Press the eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN key to return to the main menu. 5/71 Commissioning 5.24 Check the mixing ratio In order for the components to be discharged in the correct proportion, the mixing ratio must be checked at regular intervals. Note the following before starting: • • • • • • Have a balance with a precision of 1‰ of the measuring volume ready. The empty weight of the measuring vessels must be known. The machine must have been filled. The material must have been heated up. The material must have been stirred. The machine must have been de-aerated. NOTICE If the mixing helix drive is started while the adapter for volumetric measurement is screwed on, the dog hook will be ripped of and other parts will be damaged! If an adapter for volumetric measurement is screwed to the static-dynamic mixer, the mixing helix drive must not be started under any circumstances. Also, it is not permitted to carry out any function which automatically starts the drive. ► The adapter for volumetric measurement must only be screwed onto the discharge system in case of mixing ratio tests and functions within the function check. Measuring out the material Enter or modify the parameters required for mixing ratio control in the parameterization (5.14 Parameterization). Remove the end cap or the plastic mixer from the discharge system. Clean the outlet opening. Fit the adapter for volumetric measurement to the outlet opening. Hold a waste container under the adapter for volumetric measurement. Press the button. • The function has been preselected. • A warning message appears. Confirm the warning message. Press the button. • The adapter for volumetric measurement is filled with material. Hold two weighed measuring vessels under the adapter for volumetric measurement. Press the button. • Parameterized material amount is discharged. Press the 72/5 ESC button to deselect the function. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning 1 Adapter for volumetric measurement 2 A component 3 B component 1 2 A Calculating the mixing ratio 150 150 100 100 B 50 3 50 Weigh the measuring vessel including the material. Determine the net weight of the material (subtract empty weight) and write it down. Repeat the process three times and calculate the average values. See the density of A and B components on the batch records. Calculate the mixing ratio per volume parts. 1 Net weight of A component 2 Net weight of B component 3 Density of A component 4 Density of B component 5 Mixing ratio per volume parts Ending the check 2 5 B 67,27 g x 100 4 1,22 g/cm³ MV A:B = 100: = 100 : 67,45 1 A 85,84 g 3 1,05 g/cm³ Unscrew and clean the adapter for volumetric measurement. Flush the material discharge channels with material (6.9 Switch OFF), so they are free from mixed material. Clean the mixer head with a cloth. Calculate the mixing ratio deviation 1 2 3 The mixing ratio deviation is calculated based on the nominal value and the calculated actual value of the corresponding parts of B component. Actual value B component part Nominal value B component part Mixing ratio deviation eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 3 1 67,45 x 100 X= 2 66 -100 = +2,2% 5/73 Commissioning 5.25 Correcting the mixing ratio The mixing ratio is determined by the flow rate of the respective component. The flow rate adjustment values must be determined for the different machine capacities. They can be saved in the In the menu under "General settings", you can determine whether the correc- tion values of the Machine with mixing ratio control menu or in a metering program. menu or those of the metering program shall be used. The flow rate correction values can be determined automatically. At "General settings" in the configuration menu, select whether the value is to be determined for an individual or for all sections of the machine. Remove the end cap or mixer from the discharge system. Hold a collector vessel under the discharge system. Press the A button. • The function for the automatic determination of the flow rate correction values is pre-selected. Press the button. • Material is discharged at an individual or all machine lines. • The system calculates and stores the flow rate correction values. Select the menu. For "Flow rate adjustment", press the • The values are interpolated. Systems with mixing ratio regulation Since the system controls the flow rates of the individual components, flow rate correction values are not required. However, in special cases the correction values can be entered in the 74/5 button. menu. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Commissioning 5.26 Decommissioning If the system needs to be shut down for a long period of time, several safety measures must be taken. NOTICE When processing PU systems, pay special attention to the isocyanate. This is an hygroscopic product. The component tries to absorb humidity. This leads to reactions and causes crystallization in the liquid. These crystals are often the cause for metering errors, clogging or poor reaction of the two components. NOTICE When processing materials containing fillers or pigments, keep in mind that fillers settle and cause clogging or blockage (especially in volume counters). If any of the components being processed in the machine reacts with humidity or contain fillers, the material-carrying parts must be flushed with a cleaning agent. If necessary, information on which components are the components concerned are to be obtained from the material manufacturer. Never fill the system with explosive liquids containing solvents if you are not authorized to do so. Such materials can cause an explosion. Decommissioning Depending on the configuration of the system, the following additional measures must be taken. Move the pump elevator to the lowest possible position. Retract the pistons of metering and delivery pumps completely. Refill the sealing systems with sealing liquid. Clean the external surfaces of the machine. Provide protection against dust and humidity. Isolate the machine from mains supply. If possible, do not remove compressed-air connections. Material-carrying parts must be hermetically sealed. Replace and regenerate silica gel. Note the temperature range for interim storage (4.6.3 Ambient conditions). NOTICE ► Pay attention to the permissible storage periods and storage temperatures of all materials remaining in the system. If you are planning to decommission the machine for a long period of time, please contact our service department. For further information, please contact your local DOPAG Service www.dopag.com. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 5/75 Commissioning 76/5 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation 6 Operation 6.1 Setup Prior to starting production, the machine must be prepared for operation. The machine must be inspected visually every day before the beginning of the work shift. It should be shut down immediately, if there is any doubt about trouble-free operation. Before starting further operations, the machine must be checked by the maintenance staff. Note the following before starting: • • • Operation of the machine must be started correctly. The system must have been filled. The system must have been de-aerated. NOTICE If the machine has been at a standstill for a long time, material could settle and produce sediments or material could crystallize or harden. This could cause damage when the machine is put again into operation. ► Please contact the Service before switching on the machine after a long standstill period. Switching on the system Turn on the main switch. Open the compressed-air main valve on the compressed-air maintenance unit. Acknowledge error messages (4.3.10 Messages). Setting up the material vessel Open the air shut-off valve. Check and, if necessary, adjust the vessel pressure. Open the vessel outlet shut-off valve. Switching on the agitator Press the button. • All agitators are switched on. Agitators can be switched on individually: Press the button on the right. Press the button for the relevant component. • The agitator runs in the parameterized interval mode. Press the Starting recirculation button to close the window. Open all recirculation shut-off valves (in case of manual function). Press the button. Press the button. • All components are circulated in the circuit in the parameterized interval mode. Circuits can be switched on individually: eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/77 Operation Open the recirculation shut-off valve (in case of manual function). Press the button on the left. Press the button for the relevant component. Press the button. • Recirculation is operated in the parameterized interval mode. Press the button to close the window. Recirculation should be active for a few minutes. Turning off recirculation Press the Press the button. ESC button to deselect the function. Close the recirculation shut-off valve (in case of manual function). Check the mixing ratio Prior to starting production, check the mixing ratio (5.24 Check the mixing ratio). Executing pre-run Screw a new plastic mixer onto the discharge system. Position the outlet system over a waste container. Press the button. • Preselection is active. Press the button. • The plastic mixer is filled with mixed material. • After the pre-run has successfully been executed, the metering functions are enabled for selection. 6.2 Metering Position the discharge system on the component. One of three different metering functions can be selected. Continuous metering Press the button. • Preselection is active. • Process data is displayed. Touch the value in the dark gray field for the flow rate in order to make changes if this is required. • An input window is opened. Enter the new value and confirm it. Press the button. • Material is discharged. Release the button or press the button. • The material discharge process is terminated. 78/6 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation The running metering process cannot be interrupted until the quantity entered in parameter "Min. metering quantity with cont. metering" ( al settings") has been discharged. Press the the function. button to discharge material again or the ESC menu, "Gener- button to deselect Programmed metering If the program No. is entered under "Metering program" in the parameterization menu , this program is also selected for the metering function. Press the button. • Preselection is active. • The current program number is displayed. Touch the program number in the dark gray field to change it. • An input window is opened. Enter a new program number. Press the button. • Material is discharged. • The metering stops when the target quantity is reached. Press the button to interrupt the ongoing metering. • The material discharge process is terminated. Press the the function. Shotwise metering button to discharge material again or the ESC button to deselect Press the button. • Preselection is active. • Process data is displayed. Touch the value in the dark gray field for flow rate or target quantity in order to make changes. • An input window is opened. Enter the new value and confirm it. Press the button. • Material is discharged. • The metering stops when the target quantity is reached. Press the button to interrupt the ongoing metering. • The material discharge process is terminated. Press the the function. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN button to discharge material again or the ESC button to deselect 6/79 Operation 6.3 Changing setpoint values Setpoint values and actual values are shown on the operating screen. The setpoint values can be changed here without switching over to the menu. The changeable setpoint values have a number field wirh dark gray background. Touch the setpoint value. • The keypad appears. Enter new setpoint value. Confirm the input. • The new setpoint value is applied and saved in the 6.4 menu. Activate the operating data recording If the operating data are to be saved, note the following: Insert a USB stick into the USB port. Select the menu. Select the parameter "General settings". Set the "Operating data recording" parameter to "ON". In the main menu, press the button. • The button is displayed in green. • After metering has been finished, the file "DAQ.csv" is created on the USB stick. • Any operating data acquired are stored in this file in the parameterized cycle. If the parameter "Operating data recording" is set to "ON" and no USB stick has been inserted, an error message is issued as soon as a function is selected. Remove the USB stick In the operating screen, press the button. • The button is displayed in gray. • The USB port is disabled. Remove the USB stick. 80/6 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation 6.5 Interface flow diagram The diagrams show the signal sequence for shotwise metering. Shotwise metering/regeneration ready to 1 be metered 0 metering running 1 0 alarm 1 0 potlife error 1 0 start 1 0 closed stop 1 0 regeneration 1 position reached 0 T2.3 T2.1 T1 T2.1 T5.3 T5.2 T3 T4 T5.1 T6 T8.2 T7 T8.1 T9 T10 T11 T12.2 T12.1 T13 T14 Legend T1 Pre-run mode selected on the touch screen T2.1 Start signal set: Pre-run is started. T2.2 Metering in progress T2.3 Start signal reset T3 Pre-run completed T4 Shotwise metering mode selected on the touch screen T5.1 Start signal set: Metering shot started T5.2 Metering in progress T5.3 Start signal reset T6 Metering shot completed T7 Potlife expired T8.1 Regeneration position reached, regeneration control time not expired! T8.2 Regeneration in progress T9 Mixture volume metered out, regeneration completed T10 Regeneration position is abandoned again T11 Fault e.g. pressure sensor (shotwise mode is deselected automatically) T12.1 Alarm on the touch screen acknowledged, fault not removed, metering start remains locked T12.2 Alarm reset T13 Fault (e.g. pressure sensor) removed T14 Shotwise metering mode selected on the touch screen eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/81 Operation Shotwise metering/stop reset before acknowledgement of the alarm ready to 1 be metered 0 metering running 1 0 alarm 1 0 potlife error 1 0 start 1 0 stop 1 0 regeneration 1 position reached 0 T2.3 T2.2 T1 T2.1 T3.2 T3.1 T4 T5.2 T5.1 Legend 82/6 T1 Shotwise metering mode selected on the touch screen T2.1 Start signal set: Metering shot started T2.2 Metering in progress T2.3 Start signal reset T3.1 Stop signal set, metering shot stopped T3.2 Metering not in progress, alarm T4 Stop signal reset T5.1 Alarm on the touch screen acknowledged, fault not removed, metering start remains locked T5.2 Alarm reset: Metering remains selected eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation Shotwise metering/stop reset after acknowledgement of the alarm ready to 1 be metered 0 metering running 1 0 alarm 1 0 potlife error 1 0 start 1 0 stop 1 0 regeneration 1 position reached 0 T2.3 T2.2 T1 T2.1 T3.2 T4.2 T3.1 T4.1 T5 Legend T1 Shotwise metering mode selected on the touch screen T2.1 Start signal set: Metering shot started T2.2 Metering in progress T2.3 Start signal reset T3.1 Stop signal set, metering shot stopped T3.2 Metering not in progress, alarm T4.1 Alarm on the touch screen acknowledged, fault not removed, metering start remains locked T4.2 Alarm reset: Metering deselected T5 Stop signal reset eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/83 Operation 6.6 Refilling the material vessel In case of a shortage of material, the material vessels must be refilled. WARNING Hazard caused by spattering material! When being filled in, material can spatter and cause eye injuries and skin lesion. ► Wear eye protection and protective gloves. NOTICE The material components must not be confused under any circumstances. Mixing of material inside the vessel may lead to substantial damage. ► Make sure that the vessel is filled with the correct component. Filling into an open material vessel 6.7 The vessel cover is removed and the material is filled into the open vessel. Observe the procedures described in (5.16 Filling (material vessel)). Request material consumption Using this function, it is possible to check the material consumption. This value can be reset to 0. Request material consumption Press the button. Press the button repeatedly. • The material consumption is displayed. Reset material consumption 84/6 Press the button for the appropriate component to reset the value to zero. Press the button to exit the menu. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation 6.8 Relieving pressure from discharge system If the machine activates an error due to overpressure, pressure must be discharged. Pressure must also be discharged before the machine is switched off. When pressure is discharged, small amounts of material escape from the discharge system. Discharge pressure Place a collector vessel under the discharge system. Press the button. • The function is selected. • A warning message appears. Read and confirm warning message. Press the button. • The discharge system opens and material flows. Release the button when the pressure has been equalized. Press the ESC button. • The function is terminated. In case of discharge systems with separate valves, the pressure can be discharged at one individual component: Press the button on the left. • Additional functions are displayed. Press the button for the relevant component. • The function is selected. • A warning message appears. Read and confirm warning message. Press the button. • The discharge system opens and material flows. Release the button when the pressure has been equalized. Press the ESC button. • The function is terminated. 6.9 Switch OFF The system must be switched off after work. Remove the plastic mixer Completely loosen the spigot nut. Pull out the plastic mixer. Clean the plastic mixer or allow the material to harden. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/85 Operation Flushing the discharge system NOTICE After work, residues of the mixed material may remain in the discharge channels. If such material hardens, the channels will clog. ► The discharge channels of the outlet system must be flushed thoroughly after work. Hold a collector vessel under the discharge system. Press the button. • Additional functions are displayed. Press the button. • Pre-selection for de-aeration with opened discharge system is active. • Process data is displayed. If required, touch the value in the dark gray field to change it. • The input window appears. Enter the new value and confirm it. Place a collector vessel under the discharge system. Press the button. • Material is discharged. After approx. 3 seconds, release the Press the ESC button or press the button. button to deselect the function. Clean the mixer head with a cloth. Repeat the process for the second component. • The material discharge channels are free from mixed material. Relieving pressure from discharge system See (6.8 Relieving pressure from discharge system). Closing the discharge system Clean the material discharge channels at the exhaust with a cloth. Discharging pressure from material vessel Close the air shut-off valve on the vessel. Fit a heavily greased end cap to the discharge opening and hand-tighten the spigot nut. Open the de-aeration valve on the vessel. • Compressed air escapes. Close the de-aeration valve when the vessel has been depressurized. Discharging the material pressure Hold a collector vessel underneath the de-aeration valves. Open the de-aeration valves. • Material flows until the pressure is equalized. Close the de-aeration valves. After having been operated, de-aeration valves with blocking attachment must be flushed (5.20 Flush the de-aeration valve). 86/6 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation Switching off the system Close the main compressed-air valve. Turn off the main switch. Clean the machine (7.2.3 Cleaning). 6.10 Faults You will be notified of alarm messages, fault messages and information by means of a pop-up window (4.3.10 Messages) and an alarm sound. In most cases, they can be acknowledged, but have to be repaired. The Status menu (4.3.9 Status) will then display a possible error cause. Overdosage Causes Remedies Too much material discharged. Check the overflow tolerance in the metering program. Check the parameter values in case of delay times. Decrease the opening stroke at the dispensing valve if necessary. Check whether the machine has been de-aerated. Check the dispensing valve for fast closing. Do not overtighten the adjustable seals. Underdosage Causes Remedies Insufficient material discharged. Check the parameter values in case of delay times. Causes Remedies Metering time error Shotwise metering operating mode: Per- Check the dispensing valve. mitted metering time was exceeded. Check the parameters in the metering program. Check volume counters. Check metering pumps. Check the material supply. Mixing ratio Causes Remedies Air in system. Reset the error message (Reset). De-aerate. Refill the mixer (pre-run). Lines blocked (clogged). Discharge pressure. Remove blockage. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/87 Operation Causes Remedies Leakage in system. Check system for leakage (visual check). Faulty metering pump. Seat leaking or gear broken. Overhaul metering pump. Faulty sensor. Replace sensor. Possible cause Remedy No signal from the pressure sensor. Check the wiring using the circuit diagram (11 Circuit diagrams). Faulty sensor. Check/replace sensor. Cable on sensor faulty. Check/replace cable. Connector on sensor faulty. Check/replace connector. Causes Remedies Leakage in system. Check system for leakage (visual check). Metering pump does not pressurize. Check drive pressure. Pressure sensor fault Pressure too low Broken piston or gear. Material vessel or container is empty. Pressure sensor misadjusted. Check pressure sensor settings. Causes Remedies Mixer hardened. Discharge pressure. Pressure too high Replace. Dispensing/metering valve does not open. Discharge pressure Check pneumatic valve for sticking. Clean the valves. Pressure sensor misadjusted. Discharge pressure. Check pressure sensor settings. Too high flow rate or too high viscosity. Reduce the flow rate. Causes Remedies Wrong parameter setting. Check parameters for drive regulator. Faulty drive regulator. Check/replace drive regulator. Error message for drive regulator. Switch system off/on. Faulty cable. Check/replace cable. Drive regulator error 88/6 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation Channel difference on volume counter Causes Remedies Metering pump drive locked. Discharge pressure, check metering pump for blockage. Causes Remedies Different number of sensor pulses from volume counter. Check the wiring using the circuit diagram (11 Circuit diagrams). Faulty cable on volume counter. Check cable and plug-in connection. Faulty sensor in volume counter. Replace volume counter. Causes Remedies Volume counter sends pulses during metering pauses. Check the discharge system for closing. Leakage Check shut-off and check valves of the metering pump. Material delivering system parts are leaking. Check system parts for leaks. Causes Remedies Agitator blocked. Check for mechanical obstruction. Agitator fault Reset motor protection switch. Agitator is faulty. Replace the agitator. Motor protection switch was triggered. Reset motor protection switch. Replace the agitator. The contactor does not switch. Check contactor. Connector of motor cable not plugged in. Connect the connector. Metering process stopped Causes Remedies Stop button is pressed during metering. Press the Start button. Faulty sensor. Check/replace sensor. Faulty cable. Check/replace cable. Causes Remedies Regeneration stopped Stop button is pressed during regenera- Replace mixer. tion. Faulty sensor. Check/replace sensor. Faulty cable. Check/replace cable. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/89 Operation Outlet not in regeneration position Causes Remedies Regeneration position has not been ap- Check traveling system. proached. Replace mixer. Metering program does not contain data Flow rate profile does not contain data Delivery capacity outside the tolerance range Faulty sensor. Check/replace sensor. Faulty cable. Check/replace cable. Faulty regeneration position signal by customer. Check customer signal. Causes Remedies Missing values. Complement values in parameter setting. Causes Remedies Missing values. Complement values in parameter setting. Causes Remedies Metering pump does not work correctly. Check parameter setting for metering pumps. Check speed initiator. Check volume counters. Speed initiator does not work correctly. Check metering pump. Check speed initiator. Check volume counters. Volume counter does not work correctly. Check metering pump for wear or replace it if necessary. Check speed initiator. Check volume counters. Potlife expired Start without metering program data 90/6 Causes Remedies Process-related waiting times or negligence. Discharge material immediately, replace or flush mixer. Causes Remedies Missing values. Complement values in parameter setting. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation Mixer fault Causes Remedies Mixing helix monitoring does not provide Check sensor. pulses. Faulty mixer drive regulator No signals from volume counters. Mixing helix does not have magnets. Check/replace mixing helix. Faulty mixing helix. Check/replace mixing helix. Faulty sensor for mixing helix monitoring. Check/replace mixing helix. Causes Remedies Wrong parameter setting. Check parameters for drive regulator. Faulty drive regulator. Check/replace drive regulator. Error message for drive regulator. Switch system off/on. Faulty cable. Check/replace cable. Causes Remedies Faulty sensor. Check both sensors, replace volume counter if necessary. Faulty cable. Check the wiring referring to the circuit diagram (11 Circuit diagrams). Volume counter blocked. Remove and flush volume counter. Metering pump does not work. Check/replace metering pump. No material flow, lines blocked/clogged. Discharge pressure, remove blockage/clogging. Filling fault Possible cause Remedy Maximum filling time has been exceed- Check value for filling time in the paed. rameterization. Check the shut-off valve for proper operation. Check the filling level of the material supply. Check the delivery capacity of the material supply. Faulty temperature sensor of heating unit Causes Remedies Faulty sensor. Check the wiring referring to the circuit diagram (11 Circuit diagrams), replace sensor if necessary. Cable on sensor faulty. Replace cable. Connector on sensor faulty. Replace connector. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/91 Operation Temperature too high/too low Causes Remedies Temperature limit parameters incorrectly Check parameter setting. set. Safety shutdown of the heating device Temperature too high Outlet not in flush position Faulty sensor. Check/replace sensor. Faulty heating unit. Check/replace heating unit. Causes Remedies Wrong parameter setting. Change the value for safety shutdown in the configuration menu. Faulty sensor. Check/replace sensor. Faulty heating unit. Check/replace heating unit. Causes Remedies Position has not been approached. Replace mixer. Faulty sensor. Check/replace sensor. Faulty cable. Check/replace cable. Faulty signal by customer. Check customer signal. Causes Remedies Stop button has been pressed during flushing. Press the Start button. Faulty sensor. Check/replace sensor. Faulty cable. Check/replace cable. Faulty signal by customer. Check customer signal. Causes Remedies Vacuum pump blocked. Check for mechanical obstruction. Flushing stopped Faulty vacuum pump Reset motor protection switch. Faulty vacuum pump. Replace the vacuum pump. Motor protection switch was triggered. Reset motor protection switch. Replace the vacuum pump. The contactor does not switch. Check contactor. Connector of motor cable not plugged in. Connect the connector. External stop active/ Emergency stop active 92/6 Possible cause Remedy Emergency stop was initiated (external signal). Reset signal. Emergency stop button was pressed. Release emergency stop button. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation Possible cause Remedy Broken wire in jumper for the emergency Replace wire. stop. Machine data error, default values taken over Causes Remedies If the "Machine data" data structure (da- Press Reset button (default values ta module) changes in the program, all will be loaded). values are initialized with default values. Flash Eprom fault: Sectors cannot be deleted! Causes Remedies Error when writing on the internal mem- Press Reset button (default values ory. will be loaded). Initialization error of the CAN-Open module Causes Remedies Fault of expansion module. Check/replace the input cable of the CAN-Open module. Check/replace the input connector of the CAN-Open module. Causes Remedies Faulty USB data medium In parameter setting, "Save" or "Re Connect a USB stick to the USB port store" was selected in the data adminisof the MR control unit. tration menu before connecting a USB stick. Buffer battery Causes Remedies Battery is almost empty. Replace the battery (7.8 Buffer battery). Causes Remedies Error is unknown. Please contact the Service. Unknown error 6.11 Troubleshooting This list gives information on possible system faults and how they can be solved. The system does not deliver any material upon start Causes Remedies Compressed air main valve closed. Open the compressed-air main valve. Material vessel empty. Refill material. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/93 Operation Causes Remedies Close shut-off valves at outlet of material Open the shut-off valves. vessels. Mixed material hardens incompletely Causes Remedies Valves to not open. Check the compressed air supply. Leakage in system. Remove the leakage. Recirculation shut-off valve leaking. Wear signs on the metering pumps and/ Overhaul the metering pumps and/or or the mixing system. mixing system. Parameterization of the volume counter Check the parameter settings. incorrect. Entrapped air in the mixed material Metering pump makes noises Material drains off the sealing system Shut-off valve for manual recirculation open. Close the shut-off valve. Causes Remedies Material vessel empty. Refill material. System incorrectly de-aerated. De-aerate the system. Causes Remedies Material supply not guaranteed. Check the material supply. Faulty metering pump. Overhaul the pump. Causes Remedies Faulty seal of the metering pump. Replace sealing system. Replace seals if necessary. Sealing liquid container flowing over Causes Remedies Faulty seal of the metering pump. Replace the sealing system. Replace the seals if necessary. Mixing system drips Causes Remedies Mixing tube does not seal against mixing Clean the mixing block and tighten the block. mixing tube with the spigot nut. Back suction effect insufficient. 94/6 Set the back suction effect on the discharge system. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Operation 6.12 Reset of agitator motor starter After an overload state has been triggered by the agitator motor, the starter must be reset. 1 Device LED 2 Failure LED 3 State LED 4 Reset Mode LED 5 Reset pushbutton 1 2 3 4 5 Fig. 6-1 Starter LED status display Agitator OFF - no fault Agitator ON - no fault Device Failure State Reset Device Failure State Reset green off off off green off green off DANGER Danger of electric shock! Touching parts in this danger zone may result in serious or fatal injury from electric shock. ► Work on power supply systems may only be performed by qualified electricians. Reset in case of triggered overload state Open the control cabinet. Wait until the three-minute cooling time has expired. Press the reset pushbutton. • The agitator motor restarts. Close the control cabinet. In case the overload state is triggered once again, observe the operating instructions of the starter (see chapter Accompanying documentation). eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 6/95 Operation 96/6 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Maintenance 7 Maintenance 7.1 General Maintenance work must be undertaken by properly trained maintenance staff (2.3 Target audience). DANGER Danger arising from maintenance work! If you undertake maintenance work without having received the necessary training, system safety is no longer guaranteed. This can cause serious physical injury or death. ► Observe all safety instructions and leave maintenance to trained staff. WARNING Danger from high pressure! When carrying out maintenance work on systems that have not been switched off or depressurized, there is danger of serious injuries due to material spurting out or ejection of components under pressure. ► Carry out the maintenance work only on systems that have been switched off and disconnected from the compressed air supply. Discharge the material pressure in the system before carrying out maintenance work. No residual pressure may exist. 7.1.1 Service Please note the Service Center responsible for your area. For current addresses, go to www.dopag.com. 7.1.2 Maintenance contract A maintenance contract can be made in order to preserve the operating ability of the machine. Production downtimes can be prevented by having maintenance work, e.g. replacement of filters and seals, leak tightness tests and functional checks and checking the system parameters, carried out by our service department on a regular basis. 7.1.3 DOPAG spare parts DOPAG Spare parts can be found in the 10 Parts lists. For further information, see the spare parts drawing. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 7/97 Maintenance WARNING It is dangerous to use incorrect spare parts! Using spare parts that have not been tested and approved by DOPAG means that system safety is not guaranteed. This can cause serious physical injury or death. ► Use DOPAG spare parts only. For DOPAG Customer Service being able to deal with your order, please give the following order details: Order details Example Machine number / serial number 1002010-1 Item number 1006010 Designation Seal set Number of items 1 Storing the most important spare parts and parts subject to wear on the installation site is an important prerequisite for continuous operation and operational readiness of the machine or of the module supplied. If you have any question concerning the recommended spare parts, please contact DOPAG Service, www.dopag.com. 7.1.4 Operating materials and lubricants DOPAG recommends the following operating materials and lubricants depending on the machine version. See the data sheets on the operating materials and lubricants used in chapter 13, Accompanying documentation. Sealing liquid Medium Item no. Designation Quantity Sealing liquid 22005230 DINP 5 kg For filling the seal chambers, lubrication cups on stuffing box nuts or sealing liquid containers, it is recommended to use the sealing liquid DINP. Sealing fluid Medium Item no. Designation Quantity Mesamoll sealing grease 22023865 Sealing grease 1 can 0.5 kg For filling or flushing seal chambers or de-aeration valves with blocking attachment or for filling the sealing cap for the discharge system, it is recommended to use Mesamoll grease as a sealing fluid. Petroleum jelly Medium Item no. Designation Quantity Petroleum jelly 90.02.004 Petroleum jelly grease 0,5 kg To lubricate O-rings, casings or threads, it is recommended to use commercially available petroleum jelly. 98/7 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Maintenance Desiccant Medium Item no. Designation Quantity Desiccant 22026975 Silica gel filling 1.5 kg For filling the silicagel air dehumidifier. 7.1.5 Adjustable seals During the first week of operation, adjustable seals must be tightened continuously until they are correctly run-in. Finally, the seals must be adjusted weekly. A few drops of oil or sealing fluid added to the seal chamber will prolong the seal's service life. Seal leakage can be reduced by tightening the adjusting nuts, however, it cannot be reduced entirely. If after adjustment the leakage is still excessive, the seal must be replaced. Retighten the seals only when the system is de-pressurized! 1 Piston rod 2 Adjusting nut 3 Seal packing 4 Seal holder 5 Pressure ring 6 V sleeve 7 Shaft 8 Hole for tightening 1 8 2 3 1 7 8 8 2 2 5 5 6 4 Adjusting 3 4 The seal must be tightened with the adjusting nuts. Insert an appropriate tool (e.g. a punch) into the hole for tightening. For the larger seals (e.g. on metering pumps), use two tools in order to apply more force. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 7/99 Maintenance 1 Punch 2 Special tool 2 1 A certain un-tightness is allowable by design without the need to change the seals Should seal leakage occur, even tightening will not achieve 100% tightness neither. Exercise care as overtightening can adversely affect functional operation. 7.2 Maintenance of the modules 7.2.1 Maintenance schedule To ensure trouble-free operation, the following maintenance intervals must be observed for various components: DOPAG recommends to have an annual maintenance carried out by an inhouse specialist. Individual training for your staff is offered. For further information, please refer to www.dopag.com. 100/7 Maintenance task Interval Visual inspection daily Cleaning daily Material lines weekly Compressed-air maintenance unit weekly Silica gel air dehumidifier adapt according to operation Checking the material monthly/adapt according to operation Material filter weekly Gear pump daily/quarterly Discharge system weekly Diaphragm vacuum pump daily Liquid separator daily Touch-screen if required Mixing ratio (5.24 Check the mixing ratio) adapt according to operation Save data (7.7 Data storage) monthly eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Maintenance 7.2.2 Visual inspection The following points must be checked: • • • • • • • • Are all safety systems present and fully functional? Are the complete system operating instructions available? Are all safety and danger warnings as well as signs present and clearly legible? Are all the connecting couplings tight? Is the main switch (circuit breaker) freely accessible? Does the system shut down immediately when the main switch is actuated? Are cable connections tight and undamaged? Is the control/switch cabinet locked and the key secured against unauthorized use? Are the vent holes on the control/switch cabinet, the heating fan, and the motors free from dust? • 7.2.3 Cleaning The system should be cleaned daily and immediately if it is contaminated with material. Dried material is very difficult to remove and requires a great effort. Observe the cleaning operation safety information (see chapter 3.7 Flushing and cleaning the system). Switch off the entire system. Proceed according to the instructions in chapter 6.9 Switch OFF. Switching off Pressure discharge Position collector vessel below the venting unit. Open the venting unit. • Material will flow until the pressure has been equalized. Close the venting unit. Remove excess material. Cleaning the system NOTICE Wrong cleaning agent for cleaning the system. Under no circumstances must the system be sprayed with water. ► Determine which cleaning agent to use from the material used, and clean the system as environmentally friendly and with as much care as possible. Close the main compressed-air valve. Rub the system down with a cloth. 7.2.4 Checking lines Material lines The lines and connections must be checked for damage. If a leak occurs, determine whether or not a component is defective or a connection must be re-sealed. Replace defective parts immediately! If the lines and connections are split, crushed or there are other damages, they must be replaced. After replacement, the system must be depressurized. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 7/101 Maintenance Replacement of lines The lines must be replaced at appropriate intervals. Lines requirements Recommended replacement intervals normal requirements every 6 years (incl. max. 2-year storage) higher requirements (e.g. multiple shift after a 2-year operating time operation, major external impacts, or internal impacts from the medium) 7.2.5 Compressed-air maintenance unit The quality of the compressed air, which drives the machine, depends on the maintenance. 1 Compressed-air connection 2 Main valve for compressed air 3 Compressed-air regulator 4 Distributor 5 Pressure gauge 6 Filter with water separator 7 Drain plug 8 Fine filter with water separator 9 Silica gel air dehumidifier 1 3 2 4 10 Unlocking device 5 Drain water 6 7 9 10 8 The filter must be drained frequently. If there is too much water in the water separator, it can adversely affect the equipment and its function. Open the compressed-air main valve. Hold collector vessel under the filter housing. Open the drain plug by turning it to the left by several turns. • Water drains off. WARNING Risk of splashing! The water is released under pressure and spraying can occur. ► Wear safety goggles. When all water has drained off, close the drain plug by turning it to the right. Clean air filter and water separator. Air filter and water separator are to be inspected weekly for contamination and cleaned when necessary. Close the main compressed-air valve. Check whether pressure has been discharged from the material vessel. If necessary, de-aerate using the de-aeration valve of the material vessel. 102/7 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Maintenance NOTICE Cleaning the filter housing. Using chemicals could destroy the transparent filter holders. ► Clean the air filter and filter holder with water only! Pull down the unlocking device. Turn the filter holder to the left by 1/4 turn and then remove it by pulling it downwards. Clean filter housing and filter with water. Attach the filter holder and turn it to the right until it is locked. Open the compressed-air main valve. 7.2.6 Silica gel air dehumidifier The silica gel air dehumidifier removes moisture from the flowing compressed air. The dehumidifier prevents too moist compressed-air being fed into the material vessel. The silica gel can be regenerated by drying. Silica gel when saturated with moisture changes color. This is visible from the outside by looking through the transparent vessel. Unsaturated silica gel contains orange and white granulate. Saturated silica gel is completely white. 1 Air dehumidifier 2 Vessel 1 2 WARNING Granulate material could be projected! If the system is still under pressure, granulate material could be thrown into your eyes when removing the sight glass. ► Make sure that there is no air pressure in the system. Wear eye protection! Exchange silica gel Discharge compressed air pressure. Remove the vessel downwards by turning it to the left. Fill two thirds of the vessel with new or regenerated silica gel. Screw on the vessel and tighten it by hand. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 7/103 Maintenance For regeneration, heat the silica gel for approx. 1 hour with hot, dry air at 120 °C maximum. After cooling in dry air, the silica gel can be reused. The frequency with which the silica gel must be regenerated depends on the quality of the compressed air and on the throughput. This interval must be specified by the user according to his own requirements, conditions and observations. 7.2.7 Checking the material With materials sensitive to humidity or reactive materials, skin may form on the material surface. If this skin or parts of it reach the outlet of the vessel or even the metering pump, problems or damage may occur. The material in the material vessel must be inspected every month and strained f necessary. The inspection interval can be adjusted based on the inspection result. NOTICE When processing PU systems, pay special attention to the isocyanate. This is an hygroscopic product. The component tries to absorb humidity. This leads to reactions and causes crystallization in the liquid. These crystals are often the cause for metering errors which then lead to a poor reaction of the two components. The crystals can also clog the material filter. ► Therefore, remove any visible contamination on the material vessels. WARNING Hazard caused by abrupt starting of agitator! When getting near rotating agitator vanes with the limbs, there is hazard of serious injuries such as fracture, contusion or skin injury. ► Before opening the material vessel, the power connector must be disconnected from the agitator motor. Turn off the main switch. If required, disconnect the power supply connector from the agitator motor. If required, disconnect the level probe or pressure sensor connector. Close the air shut-off valve of the vessel fitting. Open the air outlet valve. • Air escapes. Close the air outlet valve when the pressure has equalized. Loosen the star knob bolts on the vessel lid manually. Remove the lid. Check the material. Use a strainer to remove any contaminants or a skin from the material surface. For example, a kitchen strainer can be used. Clean vessel rim, seal and lid. Lubricate the seal (silicone oil or petroleum jelly). Fit the lid. 104/7 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Maintenance Hand tighten the star knob bolts. If required, reconnect the power supply connector to the agitator motor. If required, reconnect the level probe or pressure sensor connector. Open the air shut-off valve of the vessel fitting. Turn on the main switch. 7.2.8 Material filter The material filters must be regularly maintained. Disassemble and clean the filter element. NOTICE Contaminated material filters cause faulty operation of the system! Particles clog the filter. Depending on the material, the filter must be cleaned more often. ► Check the filters regularly. 1 Housing cover 2 Filter element 3 Filter housing 1 1 2 3 2 3 Depressurize the system. 1 Open the housing cover. 2 Remove the filter element. 3 Clean or replace the filter element. For reassembly, proceed in reverse order. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 7/105 Maintenance 7.2.9 Gear metering pump Sealing fluid 1 Seal housing 2 Grease nipple 3 De-aeration screw 4 Gear metering pump 5 Sealing fluid outlet The seals of the metering pump are located inside a seal housing which is filled with sealing fluid. The sealing fluid protects the seals from contamination, seals off the material from the ambient air and its humidity, cools and lubricates the seals. Mesamoll grease is preferably used as a sealing fluid. The housing is already filled at the time of delivery. 1 2 3 4 5 The sealing system must be flushed with new blocking fluid by using a commercially available grease gun every three months. Flush the housing until clean blocking fluid comes out of the blocking fluid outlet. NOTICE Damages on the seals. Applying too much pressure may damage the seals. ► Slowly press the blocking fluid into the seal housing with little pressure. Sealing systems If blocking fluid or material flows out of the blocking fluid outlet during operation, this is a sign for leakages in the sealing system. In this case, the sealing system requires maintenance. However, slight leakages are normal. The gear pumps can be fitted with different seals. The type description specified on the nameplate of the gear pump contains the information of each version. The nameplate and the rotating direction arrow are attached on the external perimeter of the gear pump. Apart from that, the sealing systems (versions URF, RSS, VCR and MSE) are maintenance-free. In case of leakage, replace the sealing system of the pump. 106/7 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Maintenance 7.2.10 Discharge system The discharge system may be equipped with an adjustable seal. A few drops of oil or DINP sealing liquid can extend the service life of the seal. In case of vertical installation position, you can let drip the lubricant from the piston rod into the gland nut. Piston rod seal with Vsleeves 1 Gland nut 2 Piston rod Retighten the packing: Use an arbor to tighten the gland nut (torque approx. 20 Nm to 30 Nm). 2 1 Fig. 7-1 Static discharge system 7.2.11 Diaphragm vacuum pump The vacuum pump is maintenance-free under normal load. Valves and diaphragms as well as the motor capacitors are wear parts. If the pump does no longer reach its nominal pressure values after long time of use or if you hear a louder running noise, the time for maintenance has come. Clean the pump chamber, diaphragm and valves and also check the diaphragm for cracks. See the accompanying documentation chapter for detailed information. 7.2.12 Liquid separator The liquid separator has been installed upstream the vacuum pump inlet. It collects material and condensed vapors. Check on the sight glass whether there are any liquids in the separator. Any liquids present must be removed. Switch off the vacuum pump. Depressurize the system. Pull the lock downwards and rotate the vessel in counterclockwise direction. Empty and clean the vessel. Attach the vessel and turn it in clockwise direction until it snaps in. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 7/107 Maintenance 7.2.13 Touch screen Touch screen Use a wet cloth with cleansing agent to clean the unit (washing-up liquid or foaming screen cleaning agent). Do not spray the cleaning agent directly on the touch screen, but only on the cleaning cloth. Do not use any aggressive solvents or scrubbing agents. NOTICE Clean the touch screen. If the touch screen is switched on, functions could be unintentionally triggered when the buttons are touched (maloperation). ► Clean the touch screen only when it is switched off and do not clean it using compressed air or a steam blaster. 1 Protective film For EDP no., see the parts list 1 Protective film The adhesive protective film prevents the scratching and staining of the touch screen and can be removed without any adhesive residues. It reduces reflections in case of adverse lighting conditions. Use the operating unit only with attached protective film. Clean the film regularly and replace it as required. NOTICE Remove the protective film. Objects with sharp edges or pointed objects can damage the touch screen. ► Do not use any objects with sharp edges or pointed objects to remove the protective film. 108/7 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Maintenance 7.3 Calibrate touch-screen When a field on the touch-screen is touched and it does not react or an adjacent field reacts, it may be necessary to calibrate the touch-screen. Press the button. Select the "Touch-screen" menu. Press the "Calibration" button. • A cross is displayed on the touch-screen. Press each of the displayed crosses. • When the last cross has been pressed, calibration is completed. 7.4 Software information The software number can be displayed. Press the button. Select the "Machine information" menu. • The software number is displayed. In case of any queries on the control unit and the software, the information regarding the software name and version is required. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 7/109 Maintenance 7.5 Metering control unit software change The MR40 has an internal boot loader. The boot loader executes automatically a new application loading or a software update. This binary file is processed like a "normal file" with Windows-Explorer on a commercially available PC functioning with Windows. This allows e.g. to send an update per e-mail. The service technician or the customer then just copies the file onto a commercially available USB stick. Now the software can be downloaded permanently from the USB stick via the USB interface (4.6.5 MR40) into the program memory (Flash). 1 USB stick 2 USB port 3 Control unit MR40 3 1 2 Please note that the machine data are no longer available after the software has been changed. The machine data should thus be recorded or, even better, be saved provided the control unit is able to do so. Switch off the machine using the main switch. Insert the USB stick containing the "MR40.BIN" file into the USB port on the control cabinet or directly into the MR control unit. Switch on the machine using the main switch. • The file is loaded. • Any previous software is overwritten. • The program is started. • If the USB stick does not contain the file "MR40.BIN", the software in the flash memory is started. Remove the USB stick. Software management: First, rename an older software version, e.g. into "MR40_V1.0.BIN". New updates should always be provided with the current version number in the file name, e.g. "MR40_V3.3.BIN". For loading in the CPU, this file on the memory stick must be renamed into "MR40.BIN" with Windows-Explorer. The LED "Status" signals the corresponding condition of the CPU. 110/7 "Status" LED CPU condition Slow blinking 1 Hz Application not loaded and/or started, CPU in "HOLD" mode Fast blinking 10 Hz The application is being currently loaded from the memory stick and programmed into the flash memory of the CPU. Permanently ON Application is started, CPU in "RUN" mode eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Maintenance 7.6 Machine data The machine data, i.e. all settings carried out in the "Parameterization" and "Configuration" menus, can be saved and restored. 1 USB stick 2 USB port 3 Control unit MR40 3 1 2 Save Insert the USB stick into the USB port on the control cabinet or directly into the MR control unit. Press the button. Select "Data management". Press the "Save" key. • The file "MR40_WP.DAT" for the metering program is written. • The file "MR40_MP.DAT" for the machine data is written. Restore Insert the USB stick on the MR control unit. Press the button. Select "Data management". Press the "Restore" button. • The files are read and the menus are restored. Note that existing files on the USB stick with the same name will be overwritten. If different versions must be saved, the file names must be renamed. 7.7 Data storage The parameter settings, program and machine data as well as the current working hour meter data, can be created as a list and saved on a USB stick. The files can then be stored in a PC, e.g. as Excel file. Insert the USB stick into the USB port on the control cabinet or directly into the MR control unit. Press the button. Select the "Data management" menu. Press the "Export CSV" key. • The file MPAR.csv is written to the USB stick. Remove the USB stick. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 7/111 Maintenance 7.8 Buffer battery The MR40 features a real-time clock with date and calendar function that is supplied with 3.3 V through the internal power supply unit when the 24 V supply voltage is switched on. When the supply voltage is switched off, a buffer battery ensures the further operation of the real-time clock. The buffer battery is a commercially available 3 volt lithium coin battery with the type designation CR1220 that is mounted on the board base and thus can be easily replaced when it is depleted. The battery voltage is constantly monitored during operation and a message is issued when it falls below a critical limit value. After replacing the battery, the time and date must be entered anew on the operating panel. 1 Coin battery CR1220 2 Cover fastening 3 Screw to fasten the cover 1 2 3 Battery replacement Loosen 4 cover fastening screws. Remove the housing cover. Carefully press the spring plate visible at the right edge of the battery base using a small screwdriver or similar tool from above to the right and lever out the coin battery. Insert a new coin battery with the negative pole towards the board and carefully press the spring plate to the left as necessary until the coin battery snaps into place. Mount the housing cover and fasten it using the four cover fastening screws. Switch on the supply voltage. Enter the date/time again on the operating panel. 112/7 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Disposal 8 Disposal 8.1 Disposing of the system Check the reusability value of materials and system parts prior to disposing of them. Recycle them as much as possible. Careless or incorrect disposal can result in unforeseen consequences. Materials and system parts should be disposed of in a manner that is proven to be harmless to humans, nature and the environment. Note the details provided by the manufacturers and observe the legislation and regulations of the particular country. Dispose of elements and system parts separately according to type of material: • • • • • Aluminum from scrap steel Copper and non-ferrous heavy metals in electrical parts and conductors Batteries Plastics Organic substances, such as timber Recycle as much as possible. 8.2 Final system decommissioning For final system decommissioning, first of all, empty the material-carrying parts. These parts include the material vessel, delivery pumps, metering pumps, hoses/ tubes, the mixing block, volumetric flow meters. If the machine is equipped with a heating system, the system must first of all be warmed up. The machine can only be emptied if sufficient fluidness of the material is guaranteed. Emptying the machine: Switch on the heating system and heat up the material (if present). Extract residual material from the container. Switch off the heating system (if present). WARNING Danger of burning! System components are heated. Touching these parts when hot can result in serious burns. ► Only touch heated components when cool. Flushing the machine: Fill the material vessel with a suitable solvent (3.7 Flushing and cleaning the system). NOTICE Dispose of material residues correctly and in accordance with local regulations. Disconnect the machine from compressed air supply. Carefully discharge residual air pressure from all parts, from the material vessel by detaching compressed-air connections, from the lines by opening air relief valves or the dispensing valve or by carefully loosening the line connections. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 8/113 Disposal If present, empty hydraulic lines, hydraulic tank and hydraulic cylinder. Make sure that no component is under pressure. Isolate the machine from the power supply unit. Remove any installed batteries and accumulators (back-up functions). Make sure that that all electrical connections have been disconnected and that voltage is no longer supplied to any point. Dismantling parts: The machine is now fully decommissioned and can be dismantled. Dismantle the system from the top to the bottom and by components. If you are able to reuse individual components in other systems, clean them carefully and check them for wear and defects. Have these parts overhauled by DOPAG. Preserve the reusable components by appropriate packaging before storing them. Dismantle the non-reusable components and separate them according to materials. Dispose of the parts professionally and correctly. 114/8 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Conformity and protocols 9 Conformity and protocols This chapter contains certificates, acceptance reports, and declarations of conformity for your system. Here, you will only find the main files in printed form. All files relevant to this chapter are in the enclosed USB stick. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 9/115 Conformity and protocols 116/9 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Conformity and protocols 118/9 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Parts lists 10 Parts lists This chapter contains the spare parts lists, spare parts drawings and dimension sheets for your system. Here, you will only find the main files in printed form. All files relevant to this chapter are in the enclosed USB stick. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 10/119 Parts lists 120/10 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Circuit diagrams 11 Circuit diagrams This chapter contains pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical diagrams for your system. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 11/121 Circuit diagrams 122/11 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Accompanying documentation 12 Accompanying documentation This chapter contains all documents related to parts of individual components and third-party suppliers. Here, you will only find the main files in printed form. All files relevant to this chapter are in the enclosed USB stick. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 12/123 Accompanying documentation 124/12 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Material data 13 Material data In this chapter you will find the documentation on the materials that can be processed with this system (3.1 Intended use). Here, you will only find the main files in printed form. All files relevant to this chapter are in the enclosed USB stick. In case this information is missing, it was not available to DOPAG at the time of delivery. Please update and complete these documents with the corresponding material and safety data sheets. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 13/125 Material data 126/13 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Customer documents 14 Customer documents This chapter is intended for you to add your own notes and documents. eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 14/127 Customer documents 128/14 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 15 Key Word Index A Actuating elements 29 B Back suction effect 68 Battery 112 C circuit diagrams 121 Commissioning 49 Compressed-air maintenance unit 102 Configuration 35 54 Conformity 115 Connection 51 Electrical connection 51 Construction 20 Control unit 20 MR 40 45 Cross-references 8 D Danger from Cleaning 17 combustible materials 14 Electric power 14 Flushing 17 high pressure 15 toxic materials 14 Data enter 53 Data storage 111 Decommissioning 75 De-aeration 41 66 Gear metering pump 65 De-aeration valve Flushing 67 De-aeration valve with blocking attachment 26 Diagnosis 34 Discharge pressure 41 E Electrical connection 43 Evacuation 64 Exhaust air 52 F Filling Vessel 63 Filling level check 42 Flow rate adjustment automatic 41 interpolate 41 G Gear metering pump 24 Gear pump eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN Adjusting 69 H Hazardous zones 14 I Inspection 52 Installation 50 Intended use 13 Interface flow diagram 81 K Keeping the operating instructions 7 Konformität 18 L Language selection 52 Leakage check 42 Level probe 24 Setting 61 Limit values 53 Log-in 39 M Machine data Saving 111 Main menu 31 Maintenance unit 21 Mandatory signs 11 Margin column 8 Material 44 Material data sheets 125 Material filter 23 Material filters warten 105 Material lines Maintenance 101 Material vessel 22 Metering continuous 40 Program 40 shotwise 40 Metering quantity check 42 Mixing ratio Control 42 correction 74 Mixing ratio control 40 N Nameplate 11 O Opening stroke 68 Operating data recording 42 Operating Instructions Modifications 8 Object 7 15/129 Operating location 49 Overview 33 P Packaging 49 Parameter group 35 36 Parameter value enter 53 Parameterization 36 Parameterizing 59 Plastic mixer 27 Potlife check 41 Pressure monitoring 41 Pre-run 40 Process data 33 Product safety 13 Prohibition signs 10 Protective film 108 R Recirculation 26 40 Regeneration 42 Responsibilities of the operating company 16 Restore machine data 111 S Safety information 9 Safety regulations 13 Sealing liquid 98 Sealing systems 44 Seals 99 Setpoint values 130/15 change 31 Silica gel Color 103 Software change 110 Sources of danger 14 spare parts 97 spare parts drawings 119 spare parts lists 119 Starter Reset 95 Status 37 Stirring 41 Switch OFF 85 Symbols 8 T Target audience 7 Temperature 44 Terminals 45 Transportation 49 49 U Umgebungsbedingungen 44 User administration 58 V Vacuum pump Diaphragm 28 Volume counter 25 adjusment 70 W Warning signs 10 Warranty and liability 18 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 15/131 Hilger u. Kern GmbH Käfertaler Straße 253 68167 Mannheim | Germany 132/15 eldo100-029/0000000343-001-EN 1027206-1 Machine No.: Original instructions