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U S E R G U I D E

UGE105-1216

Precision Automatic Vacuum Control (PAVC+)

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Manual Number: UGE105-1216

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Table of Contents1 - 1 I n t r o d u c t i o n Purpose of the User Guide ............................................................................... 1-2

How the Guide is Organized............................................................................. 1-2

Your Responsibility as a User ........................................................................... 1-2

ATTENTION: Read This So No One Gets Hurt .................................................... 1-3

How to Use the Lockout Device ....................................................................... 1-4

2 - 1 D e s c r i p t i o n Introduction ..................................................................................................... 2-2

3 - 1 I n s t a l l a t i o n Vacuum ........................................................................................................... 3-2

Electrical ......................................................................................................... 3-2

Remote Communications ................................................................................ 3-2

Calibration ....................................................................................................... 3-3

4 - 1 O p e r a t i o n Manual Mode - Initial Mode ............................................................................. 4-2

Automatic Mode .............................................................................................. 4-2

A A p p e n d i x Customer Service Information ........................................................................ A-1

Warranty Information ....................................................................................... A-2

B A p p e n d i x PAVC+ Screens and Operation ........................................................................ B-1

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1S E C T I O N

1Introduction

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In t roduct ion

Purpose o f the User Gu ide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

How the Gu ide is Organ ized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Your Respons ib i l i t y as a User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

ATTENTION: Read Th is So No One Gets Hur t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

How to Use the Lockout Dev ice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

1-2 I In t roduct ion

Purpose of the User GuideThis user guide describes the Conair Precision Automatic Vacuum Control (PAVC+) and explains step-by-step how to install, operate, maintain and repair this equipment.

Before installing this product, please take a few moments to read the user guide and re-view the diagrams and safety information in the instruction packet. You should also review manuals covering associated equipment in your system. This review won’t take long, and it could save you valuable installation and operating time later.

How the Guide is OrganizedSymbols have been used to help organize the User Guide and call your attention to impor-tant information regarding safe installation and operation.

Symbols within triangles warn of conditions that could be hazardous to users or could damage equipment. Read and take precautions before proceeding.

Numbers indicate tasks or steps to be performed by the user.

A diamond indicates the equipment’s response to an action performed by the user or a situation.

An open box marks items in a checklist.

A circle marks items in a list.

Indicates a tip. A tip is used to provide you with a suggestion that will help you with the maintenance and the operation of this equipment.

Indicates a note. A note is used to provide additional information about the steps you are following throughout the manual.

Your Responsib i l i ty as a UserYou must be familiar with all safety procedures concerning installation, operation, and maintenance of this equipment. Responsible safety procedures include:

• Thorough view of this User Guide, paying particular attention to hazard warnings, appendices, and related diagrams.

• Thorough review of the equipment itself, with careful attention to voltage sources, intended use, and warning labels.

• Thorough review of instruction manuals for associated equipment.

• Step-by-step adherence to instructions outlined in this User Guide.

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1Introduction

ATTENTION: Read This So No One Gets HurtWe design equipment with the user’s safety in mind. You can avoid the potential hazards identified on this machine by following the procedures outlined below and elsewhere in the User Guide.

WARNING: Improper insta l lat ion, operat ion, or serv ic-ing may resul t in equipment damage or personal in-jury.

This equipment should be installed, adjusted, and serviced by qualified technical personnel who are familiar with the construction, operation, and potential hazards of this type of machine.

All wiring, disconnects, and fuses should be installed by qualified electrical technicians in accordance with electrical codes in your region. Always maintain a safe ground. Do not operate the equipment at power levels other than what is specified on the machine serial tag and data plate.

WARNING: Vol tage hazard

This equipment is powered by three-phase alternating current, as specified on the machine serial tag and data plate.

A properly sized conductive ground wire from the incoming power supply must be connected to the chassis ground terminal inside the electrical enclosure. Improper grounding can result in severe personal injury and erratic machine operation.

Always disconnect and lock out the incoming main power source before opening the electrical enclosure or performing non-standard operating procedures, such as routine maintenance. Only qualified personnel should perform troubleshooting procedures that require access to the electrical enclosure while power is on.

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How to Use the Lockout Device

CAUTION: Before performing maintenance or repairs on this product, you should disconnect and lockout electrical power sources to prevent injury from unexpect-ed energization or start-up. A lockable device has been provided to isolate this product from potentially hazardous electricity.

Lockout is the preferred method of isolating machines or equipment from energy sources. Your Conair product is equipped with the lockout device pictured below. To use the lock-out device:

1 Stop or turn off the equipment.

2 Isolate the equipment from the electric power. Turn the rotary disconnect switch to the OFF, or “O” position.

3 Secure the device with an assigned lock or tag. Insert a lock or tag in the holes to prevent movement.

4 The equipment is now locked out.

WARNING: Before removing lockout devices and returning switches to the ON position, make sure that all personnel are clear of the machine, tools have been removed and all safety guards reinstalled.

To restore power to the device, turn the rotary disconnect back to the ON position:

1 Remove the lock or tag.

2 Turn the rotary disconnect switch to the ON or “I” position.

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Descr ip t ion I 2-1

Descr ipt ion

In t roduct ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

2-2 I Descr ip t ion

Introduct ionThe PAVC+ is used with high technology vacuum water tanks to maintain a constant and precise vacuum pressure. Connections are provided for automatic feedback control of the setpoint by use of X/Y laser scanners that monitor the profile. The PAVC+ provides recirculation and vacuum pump Start and Stop, with input conditioning. Setpoint adjust-ment is via the control panel. The local setpoint can also be adjusted externally by Raise and Lower contacts or ethernet communications.

The “Vacuum Level” actual and setpoint values are displayed on the HMI. A wide pres-sure range is possible as the PAVC+ controls a Vent Valve and the vacuum pump RPM.

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3Installation

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Insta l lat ion

Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

E lec t r ica l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Remote Communica t ions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Ca l ib ra t ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

3-2 I Ins ta l la t ion

VacuumVacuum Port

Vacum Sensor port 14 NPT male, sensor mounted in the vacuum reservoir tanks.

Electr icalDC Supply - 24 Vol ts , 12 Watts , DC Supply Vers ion

24 volts DC supply. Two terminals are provided labeled 101 (24 VDC) and 102 (0V).

GroundLabel 102 (0V) should be connected to ground).

Remote Communicat ionsEthernet IP and Modbus 70P/IP are used to communicate with remove devices. IP: 192.168.1.20 Refer to Appendix B for addressing

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3Installation

Cal ibrat ionThe vacuum sensor is calibrated for the manufacturer:

• 14.5 - 0 PSI and sends an analog signal to the controller.

• 4.5 PSI = 10 VDC 0 PSI = 0 VDC

The analog input is scale in the HMI.

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Operat ion

Manual Mode - In i t ia l Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Automat ic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

4-2 I Opera t ion

Manual Mode - In i t ia l ModeStarting the vacuum pump initially places the PAVC+ in “Manual” mode and sets the set-point to zero. The operator should then use the Up and Down keys to adjust the vacuum. The vacuum pump RPM change in response to the adjustments. The operator should be visually monitoring the extruded product at this time. The display shows the actual vacuum pressure. External scroll inputs are disabled.

Each press of the Up key will cause an approximate increase of 0.1 in. {2.54 mm} of water.

Each press of the Fine Edit Down key will cause an approximate decrease of 0.1 in. {2.54 mm} of water.

Automat ic ModeThe vacuum pressure is initially set using “Manual” mode. Once the product dimensions are correct (or close), the Auto/Manual key should be pressed to toggle to the “Automatic” mode. A bump-less transition is made as the setpoint is forced to the “Actual” value. The system will now use automatic correction of the vacuum pump RPM in order to keep the actual pressure steady. External Raise and Lower scroll inputs become active so that exter-nal systems (X/Y Scanners) may make fine adjustments to the setpoint.

Each press of the Up key causes an increase of 0.1 in. {2.54 mm} of water. The setpoint will appear in the display. Any further presses of the key pad will cause the whole display to count up (0.1 in. {2.54 mm} of water for each press). The display will show an actual “sensed” value after a short delay.

The Down key complements the Up key and will cause a decrease of 0.1 in. {2.54 mm} of water.

The Info/Settings key allows the operator to view and change the PAVC+ settings.

The power key turns the PAVC+ vacuum on or off.

� NOTE: To change the amount that the up and down key increment the setpoint, go to the Settings screen.

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We’re Here to Help

Conair has made the largest investment in customer support in the plastics industry. Our service experts are available to help with any problem you might have installing and oper-ating your equipment. Your Conair sales representative also can help analyze the nature of your problem, assuring that it did not result from misapplication or improper use.

How to Contact Customer Serv iceTo contact Customer Service personnel, call:

NOTE: Normal operating hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST. After hours emergencyservice is available at the same phone number.

From outside the United States, call: 814-437-6861You can commission Conair service personnel to provide on-site service by contacting the Customer Service Department. Standard rates include an on-site hourly rate, with a one-day minimum plus expenses.

Before You Cal l . . .If you do have a problem, please complete the following checklist before calling Conair:

r Make sure you have all model, control type from the serial tag, and parts list numbers for your particular equipment. Service personnel will need this information to assist you.

r Make sure power is supplied to the equipment.

r Make sure that all connectors and wires within and between control systems and related components have been installed correctly.

r Check the troubleshooting guide of this manual for a solution.

r Thoroughly examine the instruction manual(s) for associated equipment, especially controls. Each manual may have its own troubleshooting guide to help you.

Additional manuals and prints for your Conair equipment may be ordered through the Customer Service or Parts Department for a nominal fee. Most manuals can be down-loaded free of charge from the product section of the Conair website.www.conairgroup.com

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A-2 I Append ix

Equipment GuaranteeConair guarantees the machinery and equipment on this order, for a period as defined in the quotation from date of shipment, against defects in material and workmanship under the normal use and service for which it was recommended (except for parts that are typi-cally replaced after normal usage, such as filters, liner plates, etc.). Conair’s guarantee is limited to replacing, at our option, the part or parts determined by us to be defective after examination. The customer assumes the cost of transportation of the part or parts to and from the factory.

Performance WarrantyConair warrants that this equipment will perform at or above the ratings stated in specific quotations covering the equipment or as detailed in engineering specifications, provided the equipment is applied, installed, operated, and maintained in the recommended manner as outlined in our quotation or specifications.

Should performance not meet warranted levels, Conair at its discretion will exercise one of the following options:

• Inspect the equipment and perform alterations or adjustments to satisfy performance claims. (Charges for such inspections and corrections will be waived unless failure to meet warranty is due to misapplication, improper installation, poor maintenance practices, or improper operation.)

• Replace the original equipment with other Conair equipment that will meet original performance claims at no extra cost to the customer.

• Refund the invoiced cost to the customer. Credit is subject to prior notice by the cus-tomer at which time a Return Goods Authorization Number (RGA) will be issued by Conair’s Service Department. Returned equipment must be well crated and in proper operating condition, including all parts. Returns must be prepaid.

Purchaser must notify Conair in writing of any claim and provide a customer receipt and other evidence that a claim is being made.

Warranty L imitat ionsExcept for the Equipment Guarantee and Performance Warranty stated above, Conair disclaims all other warranties with respect to the equipment, express or implied, arising by operation of law, course of dealing, usage of trade or otherwise, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

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PAVC+ Screens and Operat ionHome

Manual/Auto Switch

Manual ModeStarting the vacuum pump initially places the PAVC+ in “Manual” mode and sets the set-point to zero. The operator should use the Up and Down Scroll Keys to adjust the vacuum pump RPM. The operator should be visually monitoring the extruded product at this time. The display shows the actual vacuum pressure.

Automat ic ModeThe vacuum pressure is initially set using “Manual” mode. Once the product dimensions are correct (or close), the Manual/Auto switch should be pressed to toggle to the “Au-tomatic” mode. A bump-less transition is made as the setpoint is forced to the “Actual” value. The system will now use automatic correction of the vacuum pump RPM in order to keep the actual pressure steady.

Each press of the Small Scroll button will cause an approximate increase/decrease of blower (%) in manual or vacuum (InH

2O) in automatic in the Small increments set on the

Local Scrolls screen.

Setpoint display and manual input of setpoint. Display of mode: Manual or Auto. Display of actual blower (%) in manual or vacuum (InH

2O) in automatic

Recirc and Vacuum Pump mode switches used to toggle the pump’s On/Off mode.

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PAVC+ Screens and Operat ion (cont inued)

Pressing the “Information” button will take the operator to the PAVC Menu screen.

PAVC+ Menu

This screen allows the operator to navigate to the PAVC+ System screens.

Local Scrol ls

This screen allows the operator to set the Small and Large scroll increments for the scroll buttons on the Home and PAVC+ Main screens.

(Continued)

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PAVC+ Screens and Operat ion (cont inued)Remote Scrol ls

This screen allows the operator to set the Remote scroll increment for the Remote scroll Increase/Decrease inputs.

PAVC+ Inputs

This screen allows the operator to monitor the PAVC+ system inputs.

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PAVC+ Screens and Operat ion (cont inued)PAVC+ Outputs

This screen allows the operator to monitor the PAVC+ system Outputs.

PAVC+ Temperature Contro l

This screen allows the operator to set the High and Low temp limits for controlling the Temp Control Output.

(Continued)

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PAVC+ Screens and Operat ion (cont inued)PAVC+ Uni ts

This screen allows the operator to set the units for Vacuum and Temperature.

PAVC+ Diagnost ics

This screen allows the operator to set/monitor the PAVC+ PID parameters.

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PAVC+ Screens and Operat ion (cont inued)PAVC+ Ethernet

This screen allows the operator to monitor the PAVC+ Ethernet communication.