HAVER

electronic processing and display unit for

automatic weighers to OIML R61

HAVER MEC II - 20

2 x 16 Character
Dialog-Display

25.00 Kg 1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9 Siegel

0 Siegel

Operating Instructions
Version 14.10
Rotopacker
Contents
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1 Functional Overview

2 Functional Description

2.1 Parameter summary

2.1.1 Spoutparameter

2.1.2 Sort parameters

2.1.3 Adjustment/cal. parameters

2.2 Functional Description

2.2.1 Automatic function test

2.2.2 Functional sequence

2.3 Positions around the packer

2.4 Angle detection

3 Operating Instructions

3.1 Controls and display elements

3.1.1 Operating message

3.2 Terminal dialog

3.3 Short dialog

3.4 Main Dialog

3.4.1 Main menu

3.4.2 Sort parameters

3.4.3 Display values

3.4.4 Set up weigher

3.4.5 Calibration

3.4.6 Type plate

4 Error Handling

5 Rack unit occupation

6 Card coding

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7 I/O assignments

7.1 Input card 1

7.2 Input card 2

7.3 Output card 1

7.4 Output card 2

7.5 Load cell connector

7.6 Power supply

7.7 Terminal interface

7.8 DPS interface

7.9 Network interface

7.10 Correction interface

8 Description of the input/output signals

8.1 Description of the input signals

8.2 Description of the output signals

9 Technical Data

10 Installation Requirements

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MEC II-20 is an electronic processing and display unit with up to 6000 parts, which can be
calibrated and is combined with a control system that supports all the functions of a spout.
A Roto - Packer fitted with MEC II has a load cell for each spout on the rotating part.

All control and display functions are implemented on an operator terminal.

The entire converter card calibration is made through the dialog.
A multi-scale weigher with 3 partial weighing ranges can be set up, and each range can be
individually calibrated.

The weigher controls all the spout functions independently.

Up to 99 different varieties can be defined from the integral keypad and the built-in LCD text
display, in German and various other languages. These settings are saved in non-volatile
memory.

The changeover to a different sort can be made with a selector switch on the fixed part, or by
selecting the sort from the keypad. When the last bag to be filled has been ejected, the machine
automatically sets itself to the newly selected sort, and is immediately ready for operation again.

In a further expansion level, a central input/output unit – the server – is connected to the MEC II
network and so linked to all the filler tubes.
Weigher data and control, error and warning signals are sent from the individual spouts to the
server via the MEC II network. This displays the messages that have been received, and
establishes the connections to other peripheral units and systems.

Two check-weighers and a higher-level (supervisory) computer can be connected to the server.
Parallel inputs and outputs provide the connections to the system.

One check-weigher per run-off belt can be connected to the server as a higher-level bag-weight
correction system. From here, a filler tube that has produced a bag that was too light or too heavy
can be re-adjusted. The check-weigher can initiate the ejection of bags that have an incorrect
weight.

If a check-weigher is not available, then the server can control one ejection device per run-off belt
instead.

Both the weigher/control system and the server have been designed as a compatible system of
plug-in cards, with modules that can be exchanged with one another. This means that even a
layman is able to search for a fault, if necessary, by swapping plug-in cards, a facility that
increases the availability of the machine.

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2.1 Parameter summary

2.1.1 Weigher parameters

On each filler tube, several parameters can be set that do not depend on the sort.
These parameters are called Weigher parameters.

Weigher parameters Possible entries Validity

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Filler tube number 1 - 16

Pulses per turn 0 - 9999 1)

Offset 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)

Auto-place start, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)

Auto-place stop, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Bag holder actuation, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Manual placement, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Empty bag position, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Broken bag position, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Eject position start, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Eject position stop, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)

Auto-place start, belt 2 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)

Auto-place stop, belt 1 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
bag holder actuation, belt 2 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Manual placement, belt 2 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Empty bag position, belt 2 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Broken bag position, belt 2 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Eject position start, belt 2 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)
Eject position stop, belt 2 0 - 359.9 degrees 1)

Network baud rate 4800 -19200 Baud

Baud rate DPS 4800 -19200 Baud
Start switch on / off
Language English, German,
French, Spanish,
Portuguese, Italian,
Dutch, Polish,
Finnish, Norwegian,
Danish, Czech
Network on / off

1 = Packers with position determination based on angle measurement

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2.1.2 Sort parameters

The sort-dependent parameters can be set up individually for each sort.

Sort parameters Possible entries Validity

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Product name __________
Function by weight – by volume
Target weight 0,000 - 9000,0 Kg
Classification 0.2 / 0.5 / 1 / 2 / 5 / x
Underweight depends on classification
Overweight depends on classification
Fine feed quantity 0.00 - target weight
Filling break (pause) 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Correction 0.0 - 9.9 Kg
Fine feed dosing time 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Lead dynamic / static
Fixed value yes / no
Static lead 0.0 - 9.9 Kg
Machine constants 0.0 - 5.0 sec
Turbine delay 0.0 - 2.0 sec
Start aeration 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Initial air 0 - 99 sec
Maximum pause time 0 - 99 minutes
Filling interruption on / off
Maximum filling time 0 - 250 sec
Turbine speed, coarse feed 0- 7
Turbine speed, fine feed 0- 7
Saddle height 0 - 999
Saddle tolerance 0 - 9 pulses
Standstill time 0.0 - 5.0 sec
Outlet delay 0.5 - 9.9 sec
Blow out time 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Inflation time 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Inflation threshold 0,000 - 9000,0 Kg
Bag venting 1 0.0 - 25.0 sec
Bag venting 2 none, coarse feed, fine feed,
coarse+fine
Bag venting 3 0.0 - 25.0 sec
Settling time 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Speed duration 0.0 - 5.0 sec
Minimum speed 0,0 - 8.3 Kg/sec
Speed delay 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Aeration threshold: coarse feed 0,0 - 50,0 Kg/sec
Aeration threshold: fine feed 0,0 - 50,0 Kg/sec
Aeration duration 0 - 99 sec
Dosing time regulator on / off
Dribble feed regulator on / off
Regulator factor 0 - 150%
Additional dosing none, fine feed, coarse feed
Pulse length (duration) 0.1 - 9.9 sec

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Sort parameters Possible entries Validity

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Minimum weight 0.0 - 80.0 Kg

Eject lead, Belt 1 0 - 999
Eject lead, Belt 2 0 - 999
Eject duration 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Ejector running time 0.0 – 9.9 seconds
0/taring frequency 0 - 99

Empty threshold 0.0 - 9.9 Kg

Empty damping 0-6
Full damping 0-6
Coarse damping 0-6
Fine damping 0-6
Bag OK monitor till start, empty t’hold,
none, always
Bag OK delay 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Control output 1 none, coarse feed, fine feed,
coarse + fine feed, always
Control output 2 none, coarse feed, fine feed,
coarse + fine feed, always
Control output 3 0,0 - 45.0 Kg/sec
Control output 4 none, coarse feed, fine feed,
coarse + fine feed, always
Welding time 0.0 - 0.7 sec
Anvil delay 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Tipper saddle limit 1 0.0 - 80.0 Kg
Tipper saddle limit 2 0.0 - 80.0 Kg
Spillage rejection 0.0 - 80.0 Kg
Spillage rejection delay 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Silo vibration pulse 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Silo vibration pause 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Suction nozzle delay 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Suction nozzle on 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Suction nozzle off 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Fast-empty delay 0.0 - 9.9 minutes
Fast-empty duration 0.0 - 9.9 minutes
Fast-empty aeration 0.0 - 9.9 minutes
Placing position 1 - filler tube number
Empty bag position 1 - filler tube number
Waste position 1 1 - filler tube number
Waste position 2 1 - filler tube number
Eject position 1 1 - filler tube number
Eject position 2 1 - filler tube number
Air release time 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Lower cone delay 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Coarse feed delay 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Cone aeration 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Cleaning mode Scissors, cone, scissors + cone
Cleaning air blower air, compressed air

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Sort parameters Possible entries Validity

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Closure time 0.0 - 9.9 sec

Opening time 0.0 - 9.9 sec
Fast-empty cycle 0 - 99 sec
Placing lead 1 0 - 999
Placing lead 2 0 - 999

Sort enabled yes / no

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2.1.3 Adjustment/cal. parameters

Adjustment parameter Possible entries

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Weight units kg, lb

Weighing range 1-3
Scale division (e) 1000g / 500g / 200g / 100g / 50g / 20g / 10g / 5g / 2g / 1g
Range limit 0,0 - 9000,0 kg
Calibration weight 0.000 – range limit kg

Minimum weight 0.1kg / 20e – lowest range limit

Air pressure 0 -10 bar
Max. capacity 0 – 10000 items/hr
Weigher class Ref(x): 0,2 / 0,5 / 1,0 / 2,0 / 5,0
Serial No. xx/xxxxxx/xx/xx
R61 mode yes / no
Warm-up 0 – 60 min.

2.1.4 Display values

Parameters that are displayed for information only can be found in the menu item
Display values and cannot be edited.

Display values
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0 - memory
Tare memory
Zeroing range
Coarse speed
Fine speed
Filling time C+F
Calibration counter
Fine feed quantity
Static lead
Machine constants
R61 mode
Vibration

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2.2.1 Automatic function test

To ensure reliable filling operation, the following system components are checked:
• Measurement channel
• ROM area
• RAM area
• Parameters
• Weight display and status LEDs
• Interfaces
• Program flow
If an error is detected, then the control generates a corresponding error message in the text
display, and filling operation is blocked.

Measurement channel
The measurement channel is tested once after switching on the electronics, and then cyclically,
every 5 minutes, during operation. The test is made by applying a test voltage to the measurement
channel input, and comparing this with a test value that is stored in the EEPROM. This test voltage
corresponds to about 90% of the full-scale value for the A/D converter. If the error is greater than
½d, then the converter is recalibrated at zero and full scale. Afterwards, if the error is greater than
2d, then (in R61 mode) the error message Check value error appears in the text display.

ROM area
A checksum is stored for the entire ROM area. This is checked once at switch-on and then
cyclically, in the background, during operation.

RAM area
The entire RAM area is checked once at switch-on and then cyclically, in the background, during
operation. The RAM test consists of the writing and reading of bit patterns.

Parameters
All parameters (weigher, sort and adjustment/calibration parameters, I/O-assignment tables,
configuration tables) are checked once after switch-on, and then cyclically, during operation, or
each time they are accessed, using checksums.

Weight display and status LEDs

After switching on, all segments of the weight display and all status LEDs are switched on and off
for 0.5 sec, once, as a visual check.

Interfaces
The data on the terminal/DPS/network interfaces are checked for errors. The data set itself is
provided with a checksum, to verify correct reception. In addition, each byte is parity checked.
Important messages are acknowledged. Collisions are detected.

Program flow
In order to be able to recognize a possible program crash and then re-initialise the system, there
is an internal watchdog timer that must be regularly re-triggered by writing to a memory location.
If this fails to occur, the watchdog interrupt forces a reset.

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2.2.2 Functional sequence

Switch-on
After switching on, the electronics carries out an initialization and checks all the battery-buffered
parameters. At the same time, all the LED displays (weight and status displays) are switched on
and off for about 0.5 seconds, as a visual check. After this, the Warm-up time will run if it has been
set up.
The weigher then automatically selects the sort that was last selected. The weigher will signal its
presence to the server, if one is connected, so that it can obtain the current sort number from the
server.

Place empty bag

Various configurations must be distinguished for placing bags.

1) Continuously rotating packer, no bag placer present:

The bags are placed by hand. The bag holder is actuated at position 1 or 2. This depends on
the Placing: manual/automatic input. If 24V is applied to the input, the bag holder is actuated at
position 2.
However, a start switch can also be installed. In this case, the bag holder will only be actuated
when the switch has been actuated by the empty bag.

2) Continuously rotating packer, bag placer installed, but out of operation:

24V is applied to the Manual/automatic input, so that the bag holder is actuated at Position 2, in
order that the operator can place the bag by hand.

3) Continuously rotating packer, automatic bag placer in operation:

0V is applied to the Manual/automatic input, so that the bag holder is actuated at Position 1 in
order that the automatic placer can apply the bag.

4) Intermittently rotating packer:

On these machines, the bag is placed while the packer is at standstill. An optical switch (light
barrier) is installed that switches when the bag is in position.
The bag holder is then actuated. The optical switch is wired to the Start switch input.

After the bag holder has been actuated, a check is made that the bag is hanging properly on the
spout. If there is no Bag OK signal by the time the Bag OK delay time runs out, then the empty bag
is ejected to a special empty bag waste position. If the Bag OK signal is already present before
the time has elapsed, then filling starts immediately.

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Standstill
Standstill has been reached if the measured values do not vary beyond a given range during the
time given by Standstill duration. If this condition is fulfilled, then the status LED for standstill
indication will light. At the same time, the status will be indicated by the STANDSTILL output. The
range limits for normal operation are +/- ½ a display division, and +/- ¼ a display division for the
zeroing/taring function.

Taring
The zero offset range is 4% of the maximum weighing range, whereby the position can be adjusted
around the zero point in the adjustment dialog. The taring range is the maximum weighing range
minus the target weight. If the indicated weight becomes zero or negative during taring, then the
weigher will be zeroed.

The automatic zeroing/taring function is performed

• according to the taring frequency setting in automatic filling operation (after a maximum of 500
fillings)
• at the latest, after 15 minutes in automatic filling operation

The semi-automatic taring function is performed on request

• after the corresponding action in the short dialog Taring local
• after the corresponding action in the short dialog Taring network, via the MEC network

The semi-automatic zeroing function is performed

• after the corresponding action in the short dialog Zeroing

The weigher must be in a status that permits this function at the time. The preconditions for a
zeroing/taring are: weigher standstill (+/- 1/4d) and a weight within the zeroing or taring range. The
taring is carried out after the bag has been placed and the Bag OK signal has been detected.
The empty damping for the current sort is set as the damping. During zeroing/taring, the status
LED, Zeroing/Taring, is switched on.
If the pre-conditions are not fulfilled, then operation is stopped and an appropriate error message is
generated.
After successful zeroing/taring, the weight display shows the value zero in the relevant display
section, and there is a small circle in the 1st position if the deviation is not more than +/- ¼ d for
this display section. The tare is saved in the tare memory and subtracted from the current weight.
For orientation, the designation NET (for net weight) is shown on the left, in the 2nd LCD text line,
after every tare operation.

If the tare value exceeds the preset value for the empty threshold, the Error output will be set, and
the message EMPTY ERROR will appear in the LCD display. The weigher will not request any new
bags until the spout weight has fallen below the empty threshold.
Even without taring, the weight of the empty bag carrier is checked before filling starts. If the tare
value exceeds the preset value for the empty threshold, the system assumes that the bag carrier is
too dirty to allow proper operation of the weigher.

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Initial aeration
If the Maximum interrupt time between two fillings is exceeded, then Initial air is started before the
filling begins. After detection of Bag OK and before filling starts, the Hopper aeration and the Blow
out spout output are switched on for the time that is set in the dialog. This function is not available
for the air filling system.

Start pulse
On turbine machines, if a start pulse duration has been set, the initial aeration will be switched on
after the slide-valve is opened and before the filling turbine starts. This activates the Start pulse
output. On turbine packers, the turbine delay time starts at the same time. The filling turbine is
switched on after this time has elapsed. Since the delay time is usually not longer than 0.5 sec, the
initial aeration runs in parallel with the coarse feed. After elapse of the initial aeration time, the
Start pulse output is switched off.

On air-filling machines the Start pulse output is switched on after the pressure chamber has been
filled, after Bag OK is detected and after taring, if the start pulse duration is above 0.0 sec. The
Hopper aeration output is switched on in any case. At the same time, the Coarse feed delay starts.
After this has elapsed, the slide-valve is opened and coarse feed starts. After elapse of the start
pulse duration, the Start pulse output is switched off.

Coarse feed
After taring, the filling damping is switched on, the coarse feed slide-valve is opened, and, if this
function has been fitted, the spout is blown out. After the end of the Turbine delay time the filling
turbine is started up. In an air filling system, the delayed opening of the coarse feed slide-valve is
set in the menu item Coarse feed delay.
During the filling process, the increase in weight is continuously measured and used to calculate
the dynamic lead, if this function is switched on.
The actual increase in weight is compared with a preset minimum value, the Minimum speed, until
the Empty threshold has been reached. This monitoring function is activated when filling starts,
but can be delayed by the Speed delay parameter.
If the increase in weight does not reach the minimum value, the conclusion is that the bag is
broken; filling is aborted and the bag is ejected as a broken bag.
Bags that have exceeded the maximum filling time are treated in the same way.
After passing the empty weight threshold, a broken bag will only be signalled if a reduction in
weight is measured. The minimum duration of this weight reduction is set in the dialog item Speed
duration.

Tipper saddle
If a value large than 0.0 is set in the dialog item, Tipper saddle threshold 1, then the tipper saddle
is lifted directly at the start of filling, and lowered again when the preset value has been reached. If
the value is 0.0, then the saddle stays down at first.
When the Tipper saddle threshold 2 is reached, the saddle is raised, and remains in this position
until discharge. If the Tipper saddle threshold 2 is greater than the target weight, then the saddle
will only be raised when the eject sequence is initiated.

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Broken bags
The treatment of broken bags can be set up:
They can remain on the spout, be ejected to the broken-bag position, or be ejected onto the run-off
belt, to be rejected at a later point. Broken bags that have a weight below the empty threshold will
generally be ejected at the empty bag waste position. Bags that have a weight below the minimum
weight will be ejected at the broken bag position, regardless of the broken bag ejection position
that has been set. This is to ensure that underweight bags do not cause a bag jam on the belt.
If the maximum filling time is exceeded three times in a row or a bag is ejected at the broken bag
position, then the filler tube is switched off and a fault signal is generated. The fault signal must be
acknowledged. This is done by switching the spout off and on again with the toggle switch.

Spillage rejection
If the spillage-ejection weight limit is reached, then the spillage ejector is activated.

Filter valve technology

When the Suction nozzle delay time has elapsed, the Injector nozzle output is switched on. This
output is required with filter valve technology, in order to suck the bag valve free. The suction
pulses can be set up in the dialog. Here, Suction nozzle on defines the suction duration, and
Suction nozzle off defines the pause duration. The injector nozzle is activated for up to three
seconds after the end of filling but switched off earlier if the bag eject position has been reached.

Fine feed
The coarse/fine changeover point is set up in the dialog. If the current weight (taking the lead into
account) has reached this changeover point, then the coarse feed is stopped. If the dosing time
regulator is switched on, then the changeover point is shifted, depending on the fine-feed duration
that has been set. Fine damping is activated at the start of fine feed.
A Filling break can be inserted between the coarse and fine feeds. In this case, the slide-valve is
closed completely and the filling turbine is switched off. This break can be used to vent the bag.
During fine feed, the response to broken bags, filling time overrun, etc. is the same as for coarse
feed.

Filling interruption
If Filling interruption is switched on, it is monitored whether the spout passes the bag placement
position during filling. If so, then filling is interrupted until the spout reaches the empty bag waste
position. Operation then continues as described under Additional dosing.

Filling end
After filling is finished, the Blow out delay time starts. After this time has elapsed, the fuller tube is
blown out for the time set as Blow out duration.
When these times have ended, the system switches back to Full damping.
The Inflation time also starts at the end of filling. At the end of this time, the inflation of the spout is
stopped.
At the same time, the additional hopper aeration is turned on until either the preset Aeration time is
ended, or the bag is ejected.

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Dosing time regulator

During filling, the weigher measures the duration of fine feed. After the end of filling, the dosing
time regulator corrects the coarse/fine changeover point to ensure that the preset fine feed time is
maintained.
After packing pauses that are longer than the Maximum pause duration, the coarse/fine
changeover point is reset to the initial value that is set in the dialog. This is to compensate for the
altered flow characteristics of the material resulting from the lengthy pause. It is therefore
recommended that the coarse/fine changeover point should be set at a relatively low level in the
dialog.

Dribble feed regulator

When the dribble-feed regulator is switched on, a check weighing is carried out immediately after
the end of the Blow out delay.

If the result of the check weighing shows a deviation from the target weight,
an adjustment is made to the setting for the machine constants (if dynamic lead is switched on) or
the static lead.
The regulator increment size depends on the deviation that is measured, and the regulator factor.
This is set in the weigher parameter menu, under the item, Regulator factor.

Classification
If classification is turned on, the current weight will be registered after a check weighing, and
compared with the preset limits X(x) in accordance with R61. These limits must not be tighter than
the weigher class Ref(x), according to the following table:

Weight of the load Class X(1)

500g < M ≤ 1,000g 15g
500g < M ≤ 1,000g 1,5%
10,000g < M ≤ 15,000g 150g
15000g < M 1%

The limits for the (x) classes that are set up in the sort parameter Classification must in each
case be multiplied by the X(1) values from the table, e.g. X(2) => 2* X(1). For each setting of the
classification limits, the values for the overweight and underweight limit parameters will
automatically be adjusted. These can subsequently be edited within the limits that have been set
(e.g. reduced). The X(x) parameter can be used to set up free limits.
The classification switches the - LED on if the weight that has just been checked is too light.
Likewise, if the weight is too high, then the - LED is switched on. If the weight is within the limits,
then both LED’s and both outputs are switched on.
If the weight is outside the limits, then the bag is treated as a broken bag, as defined in the dialog.
If broken bags are to be ejected onto the run-off belt, then the Wrong weight signal will be output.
This can trigger the ejection of the bag through a PLC.

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Additional dosing
In the Additional dosing operating mode, the bag is not immediately rejected if it is below the
underweight limit. Instead, the bag receives a further filling. The additional dosing is ended at the
latest at the end of the maximum filling time.
When the deviation from target weight is less than 1 kg, the bag is given an additional dosage in
pulses. The pulse duration can be set in the dialog item, Pulse time. After each pulse, the system
waits for the time set in the menu item, Standstill duration, then switches to standby damping and
waits again. A check weighing is then carried out. The filling hopper aeration remains switched
on during the pulsed additional dosing.
For differences greater than 1 kg, the additional dosing is continuous. The spout cross-section for
continuous additional dosing is set in the dialog item, Additional dosing, to either coarse feed or
fine feed. The cross-section remains unaltered until the target weight is reached. After ejection of
the bag following additional dosing, the correction signals for overweight bags from the check
weigher are ignored for the next two turns of the packer.

Digital filter
The digital filter consists of two filter sections in tandem, each creating a moving average value of
the A/D-converter values. The calculated number of values per filter section, the consequent
transit times and the measured machine constants, MC, in the simulator, are all listed in the
following table, according to the possible damping values, (0 – 6).

Damping Values Transit time [s] MC [s]

0 1 0.5 0.106
1 4 0.6 0.166
2 8 0.8 0.246
3 16 1.0 0.406
4 32 1.6 0.727
5 64 2.5 1.163
6 100 4.0 1.861

The transit time is the time taken for the value at the output of the filter to reach 100% of the input
value.
The display values for the weight display on the operating terminal are additionally damped by a
3rd filter section that is not discussed here.

Bag ejection
On continuously rotating machines, the ejection point is determined automatically by the control
system, depending on the rotational speed of the packer. However, the bag must only be ejected
if the run-off belt is switched on. Ejection can be prevented if the Eject enable input is switched to
logical 0 by the external controls, via the slip ring.
On a packer with two run-off belts, the Bag from Radimat 2 output is set if the relevant bag was
placed on the second half of the packer. This information can be used by an external control
system to define the belt onto which the bag is to be ejected. Ejection can then be prevented, as
already described above.

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On machines that have a welding device on the spout, the ejector is extended before the ejection
point is reached. This is Position 4, when welding is activated, or Position 5 if welding is not
activated. If the eject enable turns off after the ejector is actuated, the spout must nevertheless
eject the bag to the belt and then retract the ejector. This is necessary to avoid the extended
ejector colliding with the automatic placer. This situation must be taken into account in the control
system for the run-off belts.

Bei Betrieb in explosiongefährdeten Umgebungen muß geprüft werden, ob die

Sicherheitsfunktionen an der Verschweißeinrichtung funktionieren. Zu diesem Zweck kann in der
Konfiguration der 'ATEX'-Betrieb aktiviert weden. In diesem Fall wird bei Füllungsbeginn von jedem
20. Sack der Amboß geschlossen und die Sicherheitseinrichtung geprüft. Im Fehlerfall wird ein
'ATEX-FEHLER' ausgegeben. und auf eine Quittierung gewartet. Bei erfolgter Quittierung wird der
Test erneut durchgeführt. Erst nach erfolgreichem Test kann wieder verschweißt werden.

On intermittently rotating machines, the bag is ejected to a sealing device at the ejection position.
The transfer takes place when 24 V is applied to the Eject enable input. If a tipper saddle is
installed on such a machine, it will be raised before the transfer.
Simultaneously with the operation of the ejector, a bag-count pulse is output for a duration of 0.5
sec.

After successful ejection, a message is sent to the server via the network in the next reference
position. The message contains the spout number, actual weight, and the currently valid limits.

If filter-valve technology is used, the timing for the ejector actuation can be advanced, by adjusting
the Ejection lead and the Ejection duration. In this case, a guide plate must be installed inside the
packer covering, on the stationary section, to prevent the bag falling down when the ejector is
extended. In this area, the injector nozzle is activated once more, to provide suction before and
during ejection. The activation of the nozzle takes place after the end of the Ejector time that was
started when the ejector was actuated.

Saddle height adjustment

Each of the 99 possible varieties can have a saddle height assigned to it. The programming is
performed in the sort menu.
The saddle height can be entered directly. Another possibility is the teach-in procedure. First of all,
select the menu item Move to reference. The saddle then moves down to the reference point. The
next step is to move the saddle, using the menu item Manual move with the “>” and “<” keys, until
the height that is set meets the requirements. The key can then be pressed to accept the
saddle height that is now set up in the current sort memory. If any other key is operated, apart from
these three, then this mode will be cancelled, without the saddle height being stored.
When the sort is changed at a later time, then after discharging the bag the system moves first of
all to the reference position, and then to the new saddle height.

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When using stepped saddle height with a cylinder, a check is made when the cylinder is actuated,
whether or not a continuous saddle height adjustment is fitted. This procedure takes a few
seconds. If the stepped saddle height has been set incorrectly, then it will automatically be
corrected. If continuous adjustment is used and it is detected that the motor that is being used is
not rotating, then an error message is output. The continuous adjustment is also switched off
internally, to prevent mechanical damage. The continuous adjustment can only be re-enabled by
switching the supply voltage off and on again.

Regulation by check-weigher
If a check-weigher and an MEC II server are installed, then the check-weigher can initiate the
transmission of a regulation signal from the server to a spout. The size of the control/regulation
increment is entered in the server. The regulation has the effect of altering the value in the
correction memory of the weigher.
If the check-weigher detects an overweight bag, and the spout has received the regulating signal,
then the amount of the regulation increment is subtracted from the value in the Correction memory.
In the same way, if the bag is too light, this amount is added to the correction memory.
The internal target weight, weight limits and the changeover weight are increased by the value in
the correction memory. The correction value cannot be negative. If a control/regulator tries to
achieve this, a Regulator error message will be output.

Fast empty

Continuously rotating machines with turbine filling system

Three different versions can be selected in the configuration. With the Normal version, after the
start of fast empty, each spout waits for the length of time set by Fast empty delay. When this time
has elapsed, the fast-empty channel is ventilated, the fast-empty valve is opened and the turbine is
switched on. The duration of fast-empty ventilation is set in the dialog. At the same time, Fast
empty duration is started. At the end of this time, the turbine is switched off again and the slide-
valve is closed.
The setting of different delay times prevents all the spouts starting the fast emptying
simultaneously, which could block the material return path.
On the other hand, all spouts should stop fast-emptying at the same time. This is to prevent
material from segments of the packer silo that are not yet empty, falling back into segments where
the fast-empty is already finished.
The desired switch-off sequence can be achieved by entering correspondingly different times for
the fast-empty duration.
Each spout reports the start and end of its fast-empty to the server. The Fast empty running output
on the server remains set, as long as fast empty is still running for at least one spout.

The application of 24 V to the Cancel fast empty input on the server causes a cancellation of fast
empty on all spouts at once.

A second method is, to empty the filing tubes through the filling pipe for as long as the Fast empty
request is present at the input. In this case, the Bag OK input is not monitored. At the same time,
the Blow out spout output is activated. This variation can be selected by using Stationary fast-
empty in the configuration dialog, and is normally applied in conjunction with a flexible hose for
residue removal in front of the spout. For this reason, the anvil is closed on the reference position
is reached if Fast empty is initiated in the stationary state. To do this, 24 V must be applied to the
Fast empty check input when the Fast empty is started.

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The third method also uses settings for the Fast empty delay and Fast empty duration. However,
no material is emptied during the fast empty; the vibrators are activated instead.

Continuously rotating machines with air filling system

In this case, fast empty is started by the application of a Fast empty request signal, and the placing
of a bag or a hose on the filling pipe. Not only is the pressure chamber emptied, but also the silo
located above it. First of all, the cone is opened until the material sensor in the pressure chamber
is covered. Then the cone is closed and the scissors valve is opened, to let the material through
the filling pipe. The scissors stay open until the material sensor is uncovered and the Cycle time,
which then starts, has finished. Then the cone is opened again. When no more material comes
through, the opening times for the cone and the scissors are determined by the Cycle time that has
been set. The fast empty continues for as long as 24 V is applied to the Fast empty request input.
After fast-empty has finished, the cone remains open to provide new material. If, however, it is
desired to close the cone when fast-empty has finished, then the residue removal should be
started before fast-empty is switched off. The cone will only open again when the residue removal
is switched off.

Intermittently rotating machines

On these machines, the fast empty is carried out in the same way as for the stationary version with
continuously rotating turbine machines or air machines.

Residue removal

Turbine filling system

In machines that have a turbine filling system and are not equipped with a fast empty mechanism,
the packer silo can be emptied through the spouts. The residue removal can be carried out in two
different ways:

1) The material is filled into normal bags. However, the machine will then keep on requesting
empty bags, even though the fill level sensor reports the packer silo as empty. The bags that are
now applied cannot be completely filled. Their filling will be stopped by the maximum filling time.
These bags will not be ejected until the signal for residue removal is switched off. The operators
thus have the alternatives of removing the bag manually from the spout, or letting it be rejected to
the broken bag position. If a bag is rejected to the broken bag position during residue removal
because it is not within the preset weight tolerances, then no more bags will be requested. To
request another bag, it is necessary to switch the spout off and then on again.

2) After the start of residue removal, normal bags are not applied. Instead, use either hoses or
bags that are open at the bottom. Now, when filling is started, the material will be transported to
the spillage circulation system. Here, too, filling will be stopped by the maximum filling time.

Residue removal is started when 24 V is applied to the Fast empty request input, and Fast empty
duration and Fast empty delay are set to 0 seconds for the sort that is selected, or fast empty is
switched off for this configuration.

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Air filling system

Machines that are fitted with an air filling system also have this function available, but in this case it
will be the individual pressure chamber that is emptied, not the packer silo. Filling will be started
regardless of the level of material in the pressure chamber. When filling has ended, the chamber is
not refilled.
To start this function, 24 V must be applied to the corresponding input on the particular spout.

Cleaning
In machines with an air filling system, the pressure chamber can be cleaned automatically. There
is a basic difference between cleaning with air from the blower and cleaning with compressed air.
During cleaning with air from the blower, the cone and slide-valve are shut for an adjustable time.
Aeration and silo vibration (shaker) are switched on. At the end of this time the air can escape
through the open cone, the open scissors-valve, or both. At the end of the preset opening time, the
scissors-valve and cone are closed again. This cycle is repeated for as long as the function is
selected.
During cleaning with compressed air, the cone and scissors-valve remain open all the time.
Simultaneously, compressed air is blown into the pressure chamber or front chamber from special
cleaning nozzles. At the end of the opening time, the compressed air is shut off for the preset
closing time. This cycle is also repeated until the function is switched off.

An automatic flap-valve control is available as an option. In this case, the cleaning flap is opened
automatically after the cleaning cycle, and closed again by operating a pushbutton when the
cleaning procedure is finished.
If the cleaning flap is opened during normal operation, the spout will cease operating and close the
cone.

Welding the bag valves

A welding unit can be installed at each spout. This can then seal the bags before they are ejected.
During welding/sealing, the welding generator drives an oscillator device, the Sonotrode, which
heats up the clamped bag valve through very high frequency oscillations, thus melting the
adhesive in the bag valve.
If this is required, the option must be selected in the configuration dialog. Furthermore, the welding
time must be set up in the sort dialog. 24 V must be applied to the Sealing On input, otherwise the
bags will not be welded after filling.
The bag clamp is operated after Blow out spout. The filling at Position 4 must be finished when 24
V is applied to the Sealing ON input. If the Sealing head up input is activated and ejection to the
output belt is enabled, then the ejector is actuated and the sealing head is lowered after the Ejector
run-time. If the Sealing head down input is at logical 1, then the Close anvil and Prepare welding
outputs can be activated. After a fixed time has elapsed with 24 V applied to the Anvil closed input,
the Weld output is activated.
After the preset welding time (0.1 to 0.7 sec.) has elapsed, the Weld output is de-activated. After a
further fixed time, the Start welding output is de-activated. When the welding time is finished, the
variable Anvil delay time is started. At the end of this time, the anvil is opened, the bag clamp is
released and the welding/sealing head is raised. On reaching the discharge position, the tipper
saddle is released. When the Ejection time is over, the ejector is retracted.

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Wenn im Konfigurationsdialog 'Staustrecke: if Queuing: YES has been set, then the discharge
must be carried out in every case when the discharge position is reached. The mechanism must
not pass the placer with the ejector in the extended position.
Wenn im Konfigurationsdialog 'Staustrecke: NO has been set, the discharge does not have to be
carried out in every case.

During sealing, the fault-signal outputs of the welding generator and the short-circuit detector of the
welding unit are monitored. The short-circuit detector checks whether the Sonotrode touches the
anvil (short-circuit) when the anvil is closed. This should not happen if a bag valve is clamped in
position. When welding/sealing is turned on, the weigher makes a functional test of the short-circuit
detector after every 20 sealing operations. This is done by briefly closing the anvil while the spout
is at the run-off belt position.
The Generator fault output produces a 0 V signal if the generator has a fault. The Generator
overload signal indicates an overload of the welding generator by producing a 24 V output.

On continuously rotating machines, the welding/sealing cycle starts at the broken bag position. On
intermittently rotating machines, the welding/sealing cycle starts at broken bag position 2.

A push off device is also extended at position 4 where machines are working with an external
welding mechanism. At the same time a push off impulse is sent to synchronise the Uniseal. The
welding is carried out by the UNISEAL.

Bag guide
If especially long bags are filled with particularly light material, and then sealed, it may be
necessary to provide additional fixing for the bags after they have been pushed into the sealing
position, to prevent them folding. This is done by a special mechanism, the bag guide.
Before the ejector is actuated, the bag guide is swung round, waits for the lowering delay time, and
is then lowered and the suction vacuum is simultaneously switched on. After the lowering duration
time, the bag holder is released. When the bag is ejected after sealing, the vacuum is switched off
before the tipper saddle is released. The Ejector time starts running at the same time that the
saddle is released. When the time has elapsed, the bag guide is lifted again, and swung back.
If the bag guide is not in its initial position at the start of a filling, an error signal is generated.
If a bag guide is fitted, the anvil is automatically closed when the sealing head is up.

Airflow monitor
For operation in an area with an explosion hazard (EX area), the flow velocity of the
suction/extraction must be monitored to prevent creating a hazard. The flow velocity must not only
be monitored externally, but also on every spout. Every time the system passes the suction
position, the flow monitor sends a signal to the filler tube if the flow is satisfactory. This signal is
stored until the next time the system passes the sealing position. Sealing can commence if the
signal has been stored. If not, the bag is ejected without being sealed, and a message is output.

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Service filling
In test operation it may be useful to fill a bag at a spout, without rotating the packer. To this end,
the spout must be switched off at the toggle switch and on again. After switching on, the bag
carrier is actuated. A filling is started when an applied bag is detected. The spout is not tared
before the filling, so that partially filled bags can also be applied. The tare value is taken from the
last bag to be filled in the normal manner. The service filling is not started if the operation of the
toggle switch was operated in acknowledgement of an error message.

Volumetric filling
For materials with very variable bulk weights, it may make sense to fill up to a defined volume
instead of filling up to a fixed target weight. This means that the filling continues until the bag is full.
It is switched off when no further increase in weight is measured and the preset target weight has
been exceeded.
If the dosing-time regulator is switched on, then filling will be switched off if it goes below a preset
threshold for the weight flow and the preset target weight is exceeded at the same time. The value
of the threshold for the weight flow is set in the dialog item Control output 3. In this instance, the
control output is out of action during filling.

Reverse venting
On some machines, excess air can be extracted during the filling. For this purpose, you can set
whether the air should be extracted during coarse feed, fine feed, or the entire filling operation. In
addition, you can define how long extraction should continue after the ejector has been actuated.
The bag valve can hereby be cleaned from the inside. Before filling, the suction channel in the bag
can be blown out, to avoid blockages.

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2.3 Positions around the packer

Position counter

On machines with continuous rotation, seven positions that are important for the functioning of
the Roto-Packer are marked by switching flags on the periphery of the machine (see following
page).
The bag is placed automatically at Position 1, manually at Position 2. Position 3 is the waste
position for empty bags, Position 4 for partially filled bags. Positions 5 and 6 are used to
determine the ejection point. The seventh position is the reference position [R]. This is where the
internal counter is reset.
On packers with two run-off belts, this count applies to each half of the periphery. The two halves
are distinguished by two different reference positions.

On machines with intermittent rotation, the position pulses are generated by the controller for the
rotary drive. The number of positions corresponds to the number of spouts that are installed. The
assignment of the actions to the position numbers is made in the dialog.

On machines with angle measurement, the individual positions are assigned to specific angles.
This is done in the weigher dialog.
In this case, the 0.0 degree angle is the position of the reference position sensor.
An angle of 5 degrees is roughly the placing position in automatic operation.
The angle thus increases in the direction of rotation.

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5
4
6

2
3

4
3
5
2
6
1

R1 R2
1
6
2
5

4 3

Position Meaning
------------------------------------------------------------
1 Place empty bag, automatic
2 Place empty bag, manual
3 Empty bag waste position
4 Broken bag waste position
5 Start of ejection point determination
6 Ejection point determination
R1 Reset counter, Belt 1
R2 Reset counter, Belt 2

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Machines that use angular measurement are not fitted with position switches/sensors around the
periphery of the packer. Instead, each spout measures its actual position with the help of rotary
pulses that are supplied externally. The placing, empty bag,
waste bag and ejection positions are therefore set up in the dialog in degrees. The only sensor
that is used is one for the reference position.
When the packer is commissioned, each spout has to undergo a learning phase. First of all, the
light-barrier switch supplied must be fixed onto the placer. Next, the dialog item Learn position in
the Adjust weigher dialog should be simultaneously activated, if possible, for all spouts. The
packer must now be rotated until the text Learn position - finished has appeared on all weigher
terminals. The angles for defining the automatic placing have now all been determined and
stored. All other positions are given by standard values, and they can be edited in the subsequent
dialog items. The light-barrier can now be removed.

On rotation angle controlled machines with two run-off belts, the learn phase must also be run
through for the second belt. To this end, the light barrier must be fitted to the second placement
device.

The determination of the placing and discharge points can be optimized by separately adjusting
the corresponding leads on each individual filler tube for each sort, during operation.

All other functions correspond to those for a packer using continuous rotation and position
sensors.

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3.1 Control and Display Elements

The following input and output elements can be found on the front panel of the weigher:

HAVER MEC II - 20

2 x 16 Character
1 Dialog-Display

2 25.00 Kg 1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
3
0

1) LCD display: dialog display and error messages

2) LED display: actual weight display

3) Status - LEDs :

Below empty threshold

If a bag is overweight, the LED will be switched on by the

dribble feed regulator or the check-weigher for about 5
seconds.

If a bag is underweight, the LED will be switched on by

the dribble-feed regulator or the check-weigher for about
5 seconds.
This LED is switched on by every error or warning
message that occurs.

Lights up when standstill is detected.

The LED lights up during taring.

This LED lights up during coarse feed.

This LED lights up during filling.

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4) Keypad with sixteen keys:

0-9 number keys for parameter setting

> step forwards in the dialog without changes

acknowledgement of error messages

< step backwards in the dialog without changes

select a parameter or menu item

confirm change and close

^ on pressing this key in the dialog, skips to the exit point of the dialog
in weighing operation, this key starts the short dialog

this key can be used to switch between languages

this key initiates the terminal dialog.

3.1.1 Operating message

In normal operation, the sort number S:xx and the current target weight xxxx.xx kg
settings are displayed in the 1st LCD text line. In Gross mode, after taring, the 2nd
line contains the abbreviation, NET, a product name, PNAME, and, if set up, the
classification limit X(x).
If an error message occurs, this will cover up the 2nd line until it is acknowledged.

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3.2 Terminal dialog

In the terminal dialog, you can carry out the display test and set up several parameters that are
relevant for the terminal.

The menu items are presented one after the other, in plain text. You can move among them by
using the > and < keys, or make a selection with the key. Pressing the ^ key automatically
brings you back to the start of the dialog. If no keys are pressed within 30 seconds, the terminal
dialog is automatically ended and the version number for the terminal is displayed. If the > key is
pressed, the operating message for the connected weigher is displayed.

Terminal Dialog: Component Test?

Selecting this dialog item initiates a hardware test of the weigher that is connected.

Terminal Dialog: Terminal Test?

Selecting this dialog item initiates a hardware test of the terminal. This is ended automatically
after about 1 minute, or immediately if the ^ key is operated.

Terminal Dialog: Terminal No. 01

Here you can set up the address for the terminal, if several terminals are simultaneously attached
to one weigher.

Terminal Dialog: Contrast: 020

The contrast of the LCD display can be adjusted in this dialog item. After selecting this dialog, a
cursor appears. The displayed value can now be altered by using the < and > keys. At the same
time, the contrast is correspondingly altered.

Terminal Dialog: Key Lock OFF

The keypad of the terminal can be locked. To do this, press the selection key. The display Key
Lock code? then appears. The code 159 should now be entered, to lock the keypad or to enable
it again.

Terminal Dialog: LED Timeout OFF

If the weigher does not send any weight values to the terminal for a certain length of time, then
the LED weight display will go out. This mode of operation can be enabled here. To do this, press
the selection key. The display LED Timeout code? then appears. The code 159 should now be
entered, to inhibit the function or to enable it again.

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3.3 Short dialog

The short dialog is started in weigher operation by pressing the ^ key. You can leave it again at
any time, by pressing the same key.

Sort number D : Sortennummer

The current sort number can be set here. The number is also transmitted to other spouts via the
MEC network.

TARE THIS SPOUT D : Tarieren – Likal

If the '' key is pressed when this text appears, then this spout will tare the next bag that is applied.

TARE ALL SPOUTS D : Tarieren - Alle

If the '' is pressed when this text appears, then all spouts will tare the next bag that is applied.

Zero Adjust D : Nullstellen

Generates a zeroing request for this weigher.

Static lead D : Stat. Vorhalt

Shows the current value of the static lead.

Speed, coarse feed D : SPEED COARSEFEED

Shows, on-line, the rate of flow [kg/sec] for filling during coarse feed.

Speed, fine feed D : SPEED FEINSTROM

Shows, on-line, the rate of flow [kg/sec] for filling during fine feed.

Filling time C+F D : Füllzeit C+F

Shows the total filling time [sec] online for coarse and fine feeds.

Filltime Coarse D : FILLTIME COARSE

Shows, online, the filling time [sec] for coarse feed.

Filltime Fine D : Fuellzeit-Fein

Shows, online, the filling time [sec] for fine feed.

Acutal position D : Aktuelle position

Shows the contents of the position counter.

High resolution D : Hohe Aufloesung

Shows the weight values (every 0.5 sec) in the internal resolution (at least 10 times) in the
second LCD text line.

Tipping saddle D : Kippsattel

The tipping saddle can be raised and lowered by pressing the Enter key.

Bag holder D : Sackhalter

The bag holder can be operated and released by operating the Enter key.

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Discharger D : Abstosser
The discharger can be moved in and out by operating the Enter key.

Coarse feed D : Grobstrom

Coarse feed can be opened and closed by operating the Enter key.

Reference turn D : Referenzfahr

After operating the Enter key, the spout carries out a reference rotation, as it does on switch-on.
No bags are filled during this period.

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3.4 Main Dialog

In order to be able to alter parameters, the correct code must first be entered from the keypad.

1 2 3

This gives access to the main menu. Here you can select between various submenus. Only one
menu item is displayed at a time. By pressing the > key you can access the next menu item; by
pressing the < key you can access the previous menu item:

Hauptmenue

Menupunkt 1

< >

Menupunkt 2

< >

Menupunkt n

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The “ ” key must be pressed to edit a numerical parameter. The digit that is to be altered can be
selected with the “<” and “>” keys, and then edited with the number keys. After this, the parameter
can be accepted with the “ ” key, or you can leave the editing mode, by pressing the “^” key.

Editiermodus

Abbruch

Editieren Sollgewicht:
0025.0_0 kg S: 01
Speichern

< Cursor-Bewegung >

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3.4.1 Main menu

Hauptmenue

...................
2. Menuepunkt Kurzdialog
1. Menuepunkt

S:01 20.00Kg
PVC X (1) Grundstellung der Waage

Untermenue Untermenue Untermenue Untermenue

Untermenue
"Sorte "Waage "Abgleich" "Typenschild"
1 2 3 "Anzeigewerte"
eingeben" einstellen"

WAAGE EIN Sorte eingeben Anzeigewerte Waage einstellen Abgleich Typenschild

MEC II V12.1A MEC II V12.1A MEC II V12.1A MEC II V12.1A MEC II V12.1A MEC II V12.1A

1. Menuepunkt 1. Menuepunkt 1. Menuepunkt Abgleich

1. Menuepunkt
2. Menuepunkt 2. Menuepunkt 2. Menuepunkt Code: * * *
2. Menuepunkt
................... ................... ................... 1. Menuepunkt
...................
Zurück zum Zurück zum Zurück zum 2. Menuepunkt
Hauptmenue Hauptmenue Hauptmenue Zurück zum
...................
Hauptmenue
Zurück zum
Hauptmenue

Initialwerte

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Weigher ON D : Waage EIN

Packing operation is switched off. This is the starting point for the entry menu. When the key is
pressed, packing operation is switched on again.

Sort parameters D : Sorten eingeben

This item accesses the menu for setting up the sort parameters. It can be selected with the key.

Display values D : Anzeigewerte

The parameters in this menu item cannot be edited, but are for information only. Thus, for
example, you can observe the result of a dribble-feed regulation or dosing-time regulation at the
end of a filling.

Spout parameter D : Waage einstellen

If this menu item is selected by pressing the key, the submenu for setting the weigher parameters
is opened.

Calibration D : Abgleich
The calibration parameters and the calibration itself are included in this dialog item. If the switch [s]
on the front of the converter card is set to the “down” position, then this menu is blocked. In the
“up” position, you can access this menu after entering the numerical code “159”. As a check, a
calibration counter is also active, which increments by one every time this dialog item is accessed
and can be read in the menu item Display values. The damping and standstill times have a fixed
setting (filter is 4 and standstill time is 0.3 seconds).
Die Elektronik der Waage muß vor dem Abgleich mind. for at least 30 minutes before making the
adjustment!

Dscriptive mark D : Typenschild

The nameplate menu shows the relevant machine data.

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3.4.2 Sort parameters

Sort number D : Sortennummer

Enter the number of the sort for which the parameters are now to be set. Entries are accepted in
the range from 1 to 99. First, the number of the currently active sort is entered.

Product name D : PRODUKTNAME

A five-character product name can be entered for each sort. In editing mode, the “6” and “9” keys
can be used to select the desired character from the ASCII table.

Function D : FUNKTION
You can switch between Gravimetric and Volumetric filling modes.
In the gravimetric filling mode, the weight is continuously monitored and compared with the target
weight. When the target weight Is been reached, the weigher switches off the filling.

In volumetric filling mode, the weight increase is continuously monitored. When the increase in
weight declines to zero and the actual weight reaches the set target value, the weigher switches off
the filling.

Target weight D : Solglewicht

The target weight is the weight that should be reached at the end of filling.

Classification D : Klassieren
In order to be able to evaluate (classify) the weight after a check-weighing, the limits must be
entered here. The available classes are X(0,2 / 0,5 / 1 / 2 / 5 / x) according to R61, whereby x is a
freely definable classification. The overweight/underweight limits are automatically calculated for
each classification, and these limits can still be altered within their limits at a later stage.
The result of a classification is presented on the terminal, by the status LEDs Above overweight
limit” and Below underweight limit.
- Weight is within the limits: both LEDs are on
- Weight is above the limit: the Above overweight limit LED is on.
- Weight is below the limit: the Below underweight limit LED is on.
The result is held until ejection.

Underweight D : Untergewichtz
Enter the smallest actual weight that is permissible for the current target weight. All bags that are
below this weight limit are given an additional dosing (if additional dosing is permitted) or treated
as bad bags.

Overweight D : Übergewicht
Enter the largest actual weight that is permissible for the current target weight. All bags that are
above this weight limit are treated as bad bags.

Fine feed quantity D : Feinstrommenge

The value that is set here is deducted from the target weight. This therefore determines the
coarse/fine changeover point, where the coarse feed is switched off, taking the lead into account.
When the dosing-time controller is switched on, the changeover point can still be altered after a
filling. The result of a dosing-time regulation can only be seen in the menu item Display values.

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Filling break (pause) D : Füllpause

A Filling break can be inserted between the coarse and fine feeds. During this break, the slide-
valve is closed and the motor is stopped. This time allows the material in the bag to vent the air
content, so that the internal pressure is reduced and there is more volume for the fine feed.

Correction D : Korrektur
When operating with a check-weigher, this memory location shows the sum of all correction
signals.

Fine feed dosing time D : Feindosierzeit

At the end of filling, the measured fine feed duration is compared with the
preset value for the fine dosing time. If there is any deviation, the coarse/fine feed changeover
point is adjusted by the dosing time regulator.

Lead D : Vorhalt
Here you can choose between static lead and dynamic lead.
When dynamic lead is switched on, the increase in weight is measured throughout the entire filling
time, and multiplied by a machine constant. The result of this calculation is the lead for changeover
and switch-off. If the dribble-feed regulator is switched on, the machine constant is updated after
the end of filling.

The static lead is not altered during a filling. Its value is entered in the following dialog item. If the
dribble-feed regulator is switched on, the static lead is updated after the end of filling.
On machines that are subjected to strong vibrations and shocks, or where the material that is to be
packed cannot be filled into the bag evenly, static lead is recommended.

Fixed value D : Wert fixiert

The values described here for static or dynamic lead will be modified by the dribble-feed regulator,
if it is switched on. This dialog item can be used to determine whether the dribble-feed regulator
should only make temporary alterations, or should store the altered values in the sort memory.
If the setting is Fixed value: Yes then the dribble-feed regulator will only make temporary
alterations. This means that, after a packing pause, whereby the duration is set in the dialog item
Maximum packing pause, the values that were set originally will be used for the lead on starting.
This is advantageous if the material changes its flow characteristics significantly during a pause. If
the values have been fixed, then the values that were set originally will be used for starting, even if
the sort was deselected and a different sort is then set.

Static lead D : Sat. Vorhalt

The value for the static lead is entered here. During filling, it is added to the measured weight, to
calculate the switch-off weight for coarse and fine feed.

Machine constants D : Maschinenkonstante

A machine constant is entered, that compensates for the mechanical and electrical delay when the
filling is switched off. This machine constant is only active if the dynamic lead is switched on.

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Turbine delay D : MOTOR DELAY

At the start of filling, the slide-valve is initially opened. After an adjustable delay time, the turbine is
turned on. This is intended to prevent blockages at the start of filling.

Fillstart Aer. D : FILL.START AER.

For some sorts, it may be necessary to aerate the material independently of the regulated filling
hopper aeration at the start of filling. The duration is set in this menu item. When initial aeration is
switched on, a special Start aeration output is activated. On turbine packers, the aeration output
is activated simultaneously with the slide-valve. On air packers, the aeration output is activated
before the slide-valve is opened. Afterwards, the coarse feed delay time runs.

Initial air D : Initialluft

If the maximum pause duration is exceeded, the first bag after the pause will not be filled
immediately. After the bag holder has been actuated, the Hopper aeration output is activated for
the length of time set for Initial air. At the end of this time, the output is switched off again and
the filling starts.

Max. BREAK DURAT. D : Max. Pausendauer

After packing pauses that are longer than the Maximum pause duration, the coarse/fine
changeover point is reset to the initial value that is set in the dialog. This is to compensate for the
altered flow characteristics of the material resulting from the lengthy pause. The initial air will also
be started before filling begins.

Filling interrupt D : Füll.-Unterbr.

If this function is active, a filling that is in progress on the output belt is interrupted, and then
continued in additional-dosing mode at the empty bag waste position.

Max. filling time D : Max. Füllzeit

The maximum permissible running time for the filling turbine during a filling operation. Filling will
be stopped after this time has elapsed.

Turbine speed, coarse « D:Turbinendrehzahl Grobstrom

Where a frequency inverter is available for the filling turbine, the weigher can provide a numbered
speed value (0 - 7) for the inverter, via three control lines. The actual speeds that have been
defined for the individual numbers are stored in the frequency inverter.
In this case, the polarity of the signal input from the motor cut-out is reversed. This means that
the motor cutout produces a 0 V signal if it has been tripped.

Turbine speed, fine D:Turbinendrehzahl Feinstrom

Where a frequency inverter is available for the filling turbine, the weigher can provide a numbered
speed value (0 - 7) for the inverter, via three control lines. The actual speeds that have been
defined for the individual numbers are stored in the frequency inverter.
In this case, the polarity of the signal input from the motor cut-out is reversed. This means that
the motor cutout produces a 0 V signal if it has been tripped.

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Saddle height D : Sattelhöhe

On a packer with stepped saddle height adjustment, only two different saddle heights are possible.
0 is entered for the lower level, a different number for the higher level.
With continuous adjustment, the system first moves to the reference point at every change of sort.
This prevents any accumulation of positioning errors.
If no rotate pulse appears after about 2 seconds during the movement, then an error message is
output and the displacement motor is stopped. Another attempt will be made to move the saddle at
the next change of sort.
The saddle height that has been selected in the dialog will only be activated after leaving the entry
dialog. If the sort is changed during a filling, the new saddle height will only be activated after the
bag has been ejected.

Run to reference D : Refere. anfahren

When using continuous saddle height adjustment, the dialog can be used to move the saddle
down to the lower reference position. The function is initiated by the key.

Manual adjust D : Man. anfahren

With continuous saddle height adjustment, the saddle can be moved manually, by using the > and
< keys. If the key is then pressed, the current saddle height is stored as the required value for
the current sort. Pressing any other key quits this mode without saving.

Saddle tolerance D : Sattel Toleranz

In the case of continuous saddle height adjustment, the positioning accuracy can be set. If a brake
is not installed, then a value greater than 0 must be entered, otherwise the motor will overrun after
switching off.

Standstill DURAT D : Stillstandsdauer

The standstill time determines the period during which the change in weight must remain within a
certain range in order for this to be interpreted as standstill. We recommend setting the value to
0.3 seconds, since experience shows that this is an adequate value. If this value is increased or
decreased, there may be problems with the weigher standstill.

Blow-out delay D : Ausblasverzöger.

This time starts when the filling ends. Blowing out of the spout starts after this delay (settling time).
If the bag weight is to be evaluated by the weigher or the server after filling has finished, then the
sum of the blow-out delay and blow-out duration must be at least 0.5 sec. If the dribble feed
regulator is turned on, the blow-out delay will automatically be lengthened as necessary.
The dribble-feed regulation is carried out after the end of the blow-out delay.

Blow out duratio D : Ausblasdauer

The entry is the time during which the spout is blown out.

Inflation time D : Aufblasdauer

The entry, in seconds, is the time during which the spout is inflated after the end of filling. If the
time has not yet elapsed when the discharge position is reached, ejection will not be carried out.

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Inflation time D : Aufblasdauer

The entry, in seconds, is the time during which the spout is inflated after the end of filling. If the
time has not yet elapsed when the discharge position is reached, ejection will not be carried out.

BAG DEAERATION 1 D : Sackentlueftg. 1

Here you set the duration for cleaning out the bag venting channel before the start of filling.

BAG DEAERATION 2 D : Sackentlueftg.

The venting mode can be set in this dialog.

BAG DEAERATION 3 D : Sackentlueftg.

Venting can also continue while the ejector is being operated. Set the time here.

Stabilizat. time D : Beruhigungsdauer TIME

On packers with a tipper saddle, this time period elapses after the ventilation of the inflatable
sleeve (inflate spout) before the bag can be ejected.

Speed duration D : Speed Dauer

In order to be able to detect a possible broken bag, the increase in weight is monitored. As soon as
the weight increase becomes negative, it is assumed that the bag is broken.
However, when the weight increase is small, it is possible for an apparent weight loss to appear
briefly, caused by the vibration of the packer. For this reason, the minimum time during which the
weight loss must be present can be adjusted in this menu item.

Minimum speed D : MINIMUM SPEED

A minimum increase in weight must be reached, up to the empty weight threshold. If this value is
not reached, the filling is stopped and the bag is treated as a broken bag. Entering the value 0.0
turns off the monitoring.

Speed delay D : Speed Verzoeger.

Since no increase in weight can be measured immediately on starting, the monitoring of the
minimum increase in weight can be delayed.

Aeration Coarse D : Belueftung Grob

A value for the increase in weight is entered in this menu item. If the value goes below this level
during coarse feed, then the filling hopper aeration is turned on.
The aeration is turned off if the value exceeds this level.

Aeration Fine D : Belueftung Fein

A value for the increase in weight is entered in this menu item. If the value goes below this level
during fine feed, then the filling hopper aeration is turned on.
The aeration is turned off if the value exceeds this level.

Aeration Duration D : Belueft. Dauer

When the blowing-out of the spout is finished, the filling hopper can be aerated for a set time.
Regardless of the time setting, the aeration will end at the latest on ejection.

Filltime regul. D : Dosierzeitregler

The dosing time regulator compares the time setting for fine feed with the actual measured time. If
there is a difference, the coarse/fine feed changeover point is adjusted.

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Dribble feed regulator D : Nachstromregler

When the dribble feed regulator is turned on, the weigher makes a check-weighing after the spout
blow-out delay. If there is a deviation from the target weight and dynamic lead is switched on, the
machine constant is adjusted. Otherwise, the static lead is altered.
The size of the regulator increment depends on the deviation and the regulator factor.

Regulator factor D : Regelfaktor

The dribble feed regulator multiplies the measured weight deviation by the regulator factor, to
calculate the regulation increment. The regulator factor can be adjusted in 10% steps from 0% to
200%.

Additional dosing D : Nachdosieren

After the end of filling, the weight of the filled bag is compared with the minimum weight. If the
weight is below this limit, then the bag receives an additional dosing. This filling cycle starts in the
second turn, at the empty-bag waste position.
If the bag weight at this moment is more than 1 kg below the target weight, then the additional
dosing is made continuously, in fine feed. If the discrepancy is smaller, then the filling turbine is
operated in bursts (pulsed). After each filling pulse the system waits for the weigher standstill, an
actual value / target value comparison is made and the procedure is repeated, if necessary.
Additional dosing is ended, in any case, at the end of the maximum filling time. The filling hopper is
continuously ventilated during pulsed additional dosing.

Pulse duration D : Impulsdauer

The pulse duration for pulsed additional dosing can be set in this menu item.

Bad bags ON D : Müllsäcke auf

This setting determines what is to happen to bags with incorrect weight or where filling stopped
prematurely and are above empty threshold. These bags can be left hanging at the spout, rejected
at the broken bag position, rejected at the empty bag waste position or ejected onto the run-off
belt.

Minimum weight D : Mindestgewicht

Bags that do not reach the minimum weight at the ejection position are normally rejected at the
broken-bag position. This is to avoid underweight bags snagging on the belt and causing a jam.

Discharge Lead 1+2 D : Abwurfvorhalt 1+2

The ejection point is determined automatically by the control system such that the run-off belt is
always met correctly, even if the packer rotates at different speeds.
However, when the packer is installed, a reference point must be entered that corresponds to the
mechanical setup. This value is established by trial and error. The larger the value, the earlier the
ejection. This value is determined individually for each run-off belt.

Discharge durat. D : Abwurfdauer

On ejection, the ejector is actuated for the length of time set here.

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Disch. Oper.Time D : Abst. Laufzeit

This is the time that elapses after the actuation of the ejector, before the injector nozzle is activated
(filter valve technology). If there is no suction during ejection, this time can be set to 9.9 seconds. If
bag-welding is available, the sealing head is only lowered after the elapse of the Ejector time when
the ejector has been operated.

Taring frequency D : Tarierfrequenz

This value defines how often taring should be carried out. For example, “07” means that taring will
be performed before every seventh bag. The entry “00” turns off the taring.

Empty limit D : Leerschwelle

If the weight of the bag carrier at the start of filling exceeds the preset empty weight threshold,
filling does not start and an error message is generated.
If the bag weight on the run-off belt has not yet gone above the empty threshold, filling is stopped.
Broken-bag monitoring does not take place for bags below the empty threshold. Filled bags that
have a weight below the empty threshold will generally be rejected at the empty bag waste
position.

Empty damping D : Leerdämpfung

Filter parameter setting for zero setting and taring. Recommended value: 2.

Full damping D : Volldämpfung

Filter parameter setting for check-weighing and dribble-feed regulation. Recommended value: 2.

Coarse damping D : Grobdämpfung

Filter parameter setting for coarse feed. Recommended value: 1

Fine damping D : Feindämpfung

Filter parameter setting for fine feed. Recommended value: 2.

Check bag D : Sack überwachen

On most packer machines, the seating of the applied bag is monitored. Here you can set the
duration of active monitoring during filling. If this monitoring is switched off, then an antenna switch
or start switch must be installed.

Bag OK delay D : Sack-ok Verzögerung

There is a time delay after actuating the bag holder. The Bag OK signal must be detected by the
end of this time. If not, the bag holder is retracted and the ejector is actuated at the empty-bag
waste position.

Control output 1-4 D : Steuerausgang 1-4

The state of the three control outputs can be set individually for each sort. The outputs can be
enabled for coarse feed, fine feed, coarse + fine feed, or for as long as the specified sort is valid.
Control output 3 is assigned to a weight-increase threshold. If the actual increase in weight
exceeds this level, the output will be switched off. If it is below the level, it is accordingly switched
on. Output 3 is only activated if the filling is switched on.

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Spillage rejector D : Rueckmehlabweis.
If a spillage rejector is installed, then it is activated when the weight that has been set in this menu
item is reached, or at the latest when the ejection procedure starts. It is de-activated when the
ejector is retracted.

Spill.rej.delay D : Rueckm.Abw.Verz.
During bag ejection, the spillage rejector is extended with a delay with respect to the ejector, to
prevent a collision.

Welding time D : Schweissdauer

On packer machines that have welding stations on the spouts, the welding time must be entered.

Jaw open deleay D : Amboss Verzoeg.

After the end of welding, this time must pass before the anvil jaws are opened.

Bag Sinkdelay D : SF Senkverzoeger.

When the bag guide has started to swing round, this waiting time must pass before the bag guide
can be lowered.

Bg Sinkduration D : SF Senkdauer
When the lowering of the bag guide has started, this waiting time must pass before the bag holder
can be released and the bag can be pushed off the spout.

Silo vibr. durat. D : Siloruettelimp.

During fast empty, vibration pulses can be applied to the silo. This menu item is used to set the
duration of the vibration.

Silo vibr. interv. D : Siloruettelpause

This menu item is used to set the duration of the pause in vibration during fast empty.

Suct.nozzle del. D : Saugdüse Verz.

When a filter valve system is used, this delay time runs at the start of filling. The injector nozzle
can be operated after this delay.

Suction nozzle ON D : Saugdüse EIN

The injector nozzle is operated in pulses. The length of the suction pulses is set in this menu item.

Suction nozzle OFF D : SUCT. Saugdüse AUS

The length of the pause between suction pulses is set in this menu item.

Fast empty delay D : Schne.Entl.-Verz.

When Fast-empty is started, this preset delay time must elapse at each spout before the fast-
empty slide-valve is opened. This can be used to program any desired switch-on sequence.

Fast empty durat. D : Schn.Entl.-Dauer

The Fast-empty that has started runs for the time that is set here. This means that, even though
the starting times are staggered, Fast-empty can be stopped on all spouts at the same time.

Fast empty aeration D : Schn.Entl.-Bel.

The duration of the aeration of the fast-empty channel can be set here.

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Bag place depositi D : Aufsteckposition

The application (placing) position can be set on intermittently rotating packers.

Empty bag positi D : Leersackposition

The empty-bag position can be set on intermittently rotating packers.

Waste position 1 D : Müllposition 1

The waste position 1 can be set on intermittently rotating packers.

Waste position 2 D : Müllposition 2

The waste position 2 can be set on intermittently rotating packers.

Discharge Pos. D : Abwurfposition

The ejection position can be set on intermittently rotating packers.

Press. Relief Dur. D : PRESS. Entlüftungsdauer

Air packers: before the cones can be opened, the pressure in the pressure chamber must be
released. The pressure relief duration can be set here.

Press. chamber aeration D : Druckk.Belueftg

Air packers: this parameter can be used to define how long the pressure chamber should remain
pressurized after the end of filling if it still contains enough material for another filling.

Lower cone delay D : Unt.Kegel Verz.

Air packers: on machines with double cones, the upper cone is closed first and then the lower
cone after this delay time.

Coarse feed delay D : Grobstrom Verzögerung

Air packers: the time that should elapse between the detection of a correctly placed bag and the
opening of the scissors-valve.

Cone aeration D : Kegelbelüftung

Air packers: If the packer silo is full, the cone is open, and the pressure chamber is not filled
within 5 seconds, then the Pressure chamber inlet aeration output is activated.
When the pressure chamber is full, the adjustable Cone aeration time is started. When it is
finished, the ventilation is switched off.

Cleaning mode D : Reinigungsmodus

Air packers: For automatic cleaning, this setting determines whether the air escapes through the
spout, the open cone or both.

Cleaning air D : Reinigungsluft

Air packers: There is an option for cleaning with air from the blower or with compressed air. For
blower-air cleaning, the scissors-valve and cone are closed and opened in an adjustable rhythm.
For compressed-air cleaning, there are additional nozzles in the pressure chamber, through which
the compressed air is blown into the chamber. The chamber must not be closed during this
procedure, otherwise an excessive pressure will build up. Instead, the compressed air is turned on
and off in an adjustable rhythm.

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Closing time D : Schliessdauer

Air packers: With blower-air cleaning, this is the time during which the scissors-valve and cone
are closed. With compressed-air cleaning, the compressed air is turned on for this time.

Opening time D : Öffnungsdauer

Air packers: When cleaning with blower air, the scissors-valve and cone are opened for this time.
With compressed-air cleaning, the compressed air is turned off for this time.

Fast-empty cycle D : Schnellentleerzyklus

Air packers: In Fast-empty, the pressure chamber is filled with material. The chamber is then
emptied for this preset time.

Tip. saddle lim. 1 D : Kipps.Schwelle 1

If a value above 0.0 kg is set here, the tipper saddle is raised immediately at the start of filling. This
helps the bag to unfold. When the weight threshold has been reached, the tipper saddle is
released again.

Tip. saddle lim. 2 D : Kipps.Schwelle 2

When this weight threshold is reached, the tipper saddle is raised again.
If the tipper saddle is mounted on the fixed section, it must only be raised after the end of filling.
For this, the value that is set must be above the target weight.

Bag Place lead 1+2 D : Aufsteckvorhalt 1 + 2

On machines that use angle measurement, the placment signal is generated by the spout and sent
to the placer. The determination of the placement point is carried out in the same way as for the
ejection point. Here, too, a count threshold must be set, and the signal is generated when this
threshold is reached. The value is set separately for each placer.

Copy to sort D : Kopieren zu Sorte

The values for the sort that is currently being processed can be copied to other sorts. This results
in a considerable time saving for setting up the spouts.
The number of the target sort must be entered.

Copy to spout D : Kopieren zu Stutzen

The values for the sort that is currently being processed can be copied to other spouts. This results
in a considerable time saving for setting up the spouts.
The number of the target spout must be entered. After the end of the transfer, the number of the
source spout will be shown again, instead of the target spout number. If there is an error in the
copying, the Not possible message is displayed. In this case, the connection between the weighers
and their settings must be checked.
If “99” is entered for the target spout, the values are copied to all the spouts, one after another.

Sort enabled D : Sorte freigegeben

Each sort can be enabled or inhibited. If an attempt is made to select an inhibited sort, then a
corresponding error message will appear in the LCD text display and there will be a pause until
either the sort concerned is enabled or another sort is selected.

Return to main menu D : Zurück zum Hauptmenü

Press the key to leave this submenu and return to the main menu.

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3.4.3 Display values

In this dialog, certain parameters can only be read, but not edited.
These are values that are automatically changed by the machine, or time measurements.

0 - memory

Tare memory

Coarse speed

Fine speed

Filling time C+F

Calibration counter

Coarse lead

Static lead

Machine constants

R61 mode

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3.4.4 Set up weigher

Configuration D : Konfiguration
The configuration of the machine is set in this subsidiary dialog, which is protected by a secret
code. This dialog is normally only used by
Haver & Boecker.

Weigher number D : Waagennummer

In network operation, each weigher must have an individual address assigned to it.

Learn positions D : Position lernen

On machines with angle measurement, this menu item starts the program for measuring the
packer periphery and calculating the placing positions. The optical (light-barrier) switches supplied
must be mounted before the correct placing positions can be determined. The learning program
should be active for all spouts at the same time.

Learn positions 2 D : Aufst. 2 lernen

Here, the push-on position at the second placement device is calculated.

Pulses / turn D : Impulse / Runde

The number of pulses measured per turn is shown here. The value can also be altered by hand.
However, each editable angle should be confirmed again.

Offset D : Offset
This shows the offset relative to spout 1. On a packer with six filler tubes, the offset of tube 2 is 60
degrees (360 / 6) * 1, for tube 3 it is 120 degrees and for tube 4 it is 180 degrees.

Positions 1st half D : Postionen 1 Hälfte

When this dialog item is selected, the position determinations described below are interrogated for
the first half of a packer with two run-off belts.

Positions 2nd half D : Postionen 2 Hälfte

When this dialog item is selected, the position determinations described below are interrogated for
the second half of a packer with two run-off belts.

Auto-place start D : Auto.Aufst.Start

This shows the calculated angle for the stop point for determining the placing position.

Auto-place stop D : Auto.Aufst.Stop

This shows the calculated angle for the stop point for determining the placing position.

Bag holder automatic D : Sackh.Pos.Autom.

This shows the calculated angle of the point for actuating the bag holder when using automatic
placement.

Bag holder manual D : Sackh.Pos.Hand

This shows the calculated angle of the point for actuating the bag holder when using manual
placement.

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Empty bag position D : Leersackposition

This shows the calculated angle for the empty bag waste position.

Wasteposition D : Bruchsackposition
This shows the calculated angle for the broken bag waste position.

Ejection position Start D : Abwurfpos. Start

This shows the calculated angle for the start point for determining the discharge
position.

Disch.Pos. Stop D : Abwurfpos. Stop

This shows the calculated angle for the stop point for determining the discharge
position.

Baudrate Netw. D : Baudrate Netz.

Baud-rate setting for the MEC network interface.

Baudrate DPS D : BAUDRATE DPS

Baud-rate setting for the DPS interface.

Start switch D : Startschalter

On some machines, a start switch is installed. If the filling is not to be started at Position 1 or 2, but
by operating the start switch, then this must be set as being present in this menu item.
If the Bag OK monitoring is to be switched off, then the monitoring of the start switch will
automatically be activated on leaving the dialog.

Language D : Sprache
The key at bottom left can be used to switch between two active languages. The languages that
are used can be set up in this menu item. This is done as follows: Jump to menu item; select 1st
language, e.g. English; press key at bottom left; select 2nd language, e.g. Spanish.
The language changeover key can now be used to switch between English and Spanish.

Network D : Netzwerk
The control system can be set up according to whether or not the spouts are networked with each
other.
When the transmit and receive lines are not connected to the data cable, i.e. they are bridged, then
the network version cannot be enabled. The network must be installed if a server is to be used or if
parameters are to be copied between the spouts.

Parameters RESET D : Parameter RESET

Enter the RESET code 159 in this position to revert to the default settings of all the weigher, sort
and air parameters. The weigher will then be re-initialised.

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I/O-test D : I/O Test

A test menu with the following sub-menus:
• Outputs, for testing the digital control outputs, whereby the current states of the individual
output-port bits are displayed with ON or OFF.
• Inputs, for testing the digital control inputs, whereby the current state of the individual input
ports is shown as a bit pattern in the format bit7 bit6 ... bit0.
• Interrupts, to test the digital interrupt inputs CA1 CA2 CB1 CB2. After a transition at one of
the inputs, an interrupt is generated and displayed as a 0/1 transition at the corresponding
position. The display appears in the format xxxxx xxxxx, whereby the first group of four
represents the inputs CA1 CA2 CB1 CB2 of the 2nd input card, and the second group
represents the same for the first input card.
• Welding test, to check the settings for welding/sealing the bag valves. The code that is
required for manual activation of the welding/sealing station is: '159357'. After the code has
been entered, an instruction to press the ENTER key appears in the display. Before pressing
the key, the bag that is to be sealed must be moved into position. CAUTION!
As soon as the ENTER key is pressed, the anvil is closed and the sealing cycle is carried out.
Exit the test menu, press the ^ key.

Back to main menu D : Zurück zum Hauptmenü

Press the key to leave this submenu and return to the main menu.

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3.4.5 Calibration

The calibration parameters and the calibration itself are included in this dialog item. If the switch
[s] on the front of the converter card is set to the “down” position, then this menu is blocked. In
the “up” position, you can access this menu after entering the numerical code “159”. As a check,
a calibration counter is also active, which increments by one every time this dialog item is
accessed and can be read in the menu item Display values. The damping and standstill times
have a fixed setting (filter is 4 and standstill time is 0.3 seconds).
Die Elektronik der Waage muß vor dem Abgleich mind. for at least 30 minutes before making the
adjustment!
The calibration should be performed in the following sequence:

Units D : Einheit
This parameter is used to select either “kg” or “lb” for display.

Zero calibration D : Vorlastabgleich

This compensates for the pre-load, outputs the current load cell loading in % and indicates a
higher resolution in the text display.

Weighing range D : Wägebereich

Select the weighing range that is to be calibrated (in a multi-scale weigher it is possible to adjust
the ranges 1/2/3 independently).

Weighing range D : Bereichsgrenze

The limit for the selected weighing range is entered here.
Ranges for multi-scale weighers:
R1 R2 R3

kg

The separate adjustment of the ranges makes it possible to linearise the load cell curve if, as
shown here in an exaggerated form, it has a non-linear characteristic.
On a multi-scale weigher, the ranges must be adjusted and parameterised in sequence, starting
with range 1. In all ranges, the smallest display division is shown in the weight display.
In order to set up a multi-scale weigher as a single-scale weigher again, the upper ranges must be
deleted. This is done by entering zero as the range limit.

Scale interval D : Anzeigenteilung

The display division for the selected weighing range is entered here.

Calibration weight D : Abgleichgewicht

The weight is entered and placed on (the load cell?). It should be at least 10% of the current
weighing range.

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Range calibration D : RANGE CALIBRAT.

Here, the adjustment of the selected range is made with the calibration weight. The current load
cell loading is output in %, and an increased resolution is displayed in the text display. As a
check: zero again, replace the calibration weight, and read the weight display.

Minimum weight D : Mindestgewicht

This limits the target weight for filling (type plate data).

Air pressure D : Luftdruck

This is the air pressure required for the pneumatic system (type plate data)

Max. rate D : Max. Leistung

This shows the maximum capacity of the weigher (type plate data)

Accuracy class D : Waagenklasse

Ref(x) according to OIML R61 (type plate data).

Series No. D : Serien Nr.

A sequential production number (type plate data) in the format “ww/xxxxxx/yy/zz”, whereby the
figures have the following meanings:

ww xxxxxx yy zz
machine type order number 1 order number 2 Filler tube number

R61 mode D : R61 Modus

If “Yes”: calibration-capable. If “No”: no check value error message, doubled threshold for
standstill criterion, no serial number monitoring using the ID number in the terminal.

Zero range D : Nullstellbereich

If the weigher is not operated in the R61 mode, the zero range can be set freely. In R61 mode,
this range is fixed at 4% of the weighing range.

Warm-up D : WARM UP
The warm-up time after switching on the weigher.

Defaults D : Initialwerte
After entering the code “159” this sets all the adjustable data to the initial (default) values. This is
only to be used for test purposes in the Haver & Boecker electronics workshop.
Caution: Any calibration that had previously been made will be overwritten!
On ending the calibration, all the adjustable parameters are checked for plausibility. If an error
occurs here, then an error message is generated and the calibration will not be saved in the
EEPROM. In the event of an error, you can only leave the adjustment operation by using the ^ key.
When the adjustment has been successfully ended, all the settings are saved to the non-
volatile, EEPROM memory on the A/D-converter card.

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3.4.6 Type plate

Series No. GB : Serien Nr.

This shows the serial number of the machine. This number is entered in the calibration.

Type & Version D : TYPE + VERSION

Shows the current type and the calibration-enabled software version of the processing and display
electronics.
e.g. MEC II - 20 V1.00

Temperature range D : TEMP.RANGE

Temperature range of the weigher: -10°C to +40°C

Supply voltage D : Versorgungsspannung

The supply voltage for the weigher electronics: 24V DC +/- 20%

Air pressure D : Luftdruck

The air pressure required for the pneumatics, if fitted. This setting is entered in the calibration.

Max. rate D : Max. Leistung

The maximum filling rate of the machine, e.g. 1000 n/hr (fillings/hour). This setting is entered in
the calibration.

Weighing range D : Wägebereich

Shows the weighing range limit, MAX1, and, if available, MAX2 and MAX3. This setting is entered
in the calibration.
After an overrange, 9 d, the weight display subsequently goes dark, and the error message “Out of
range” appears in the 2nd line of the text display.

MIN D : MIN
The minimum load for the weigher. This is determined by the smallest scale division “d” of the
weigher, and is at least 20 d and no less than 100 grams. This setting is entered in the
calibration.

Scale interval D : Anzeigenteilung

Shows the division d1 and, if available, d2 and d3. The corresponding setting is entered in the
calibration.

Accuracy class D : Waagenklasse

Shows the weigher class (accuracy class) Ref(x) according to R61. This can adjusted to settings
of 0.2 / 0.5 / 1.0 / 2.0 / 5.0.

Max. tare D : MAX.TARE

Shows the maximum subtractive tare range. This can, theoretically, be the maximum weighing
range minus the minimum load.

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The following sections describe the error messages and methods of correcting them.

Empty error D : Leerfehler

Weight above the empty threshold at start
Clean the bag carrier
Check the bag carrier for friction
Check the adjustment/calibration
Check the load cell cable and connector

Motor protection D : Motorschutz

The motor cutout of the filling turbine, the thermal cutout, or the motor cutout of the vibrator, has
been tripped.
Check the filling hopper for foreign bodies
Check the motor
Check the wiring
Check the mechanism

Silo minimum D : SILO_MINIMUM

The packer silo is empty.
Check the material feed
Test the sensor

Discharge error D : Abwurffehler

The ejection lead is too great.
Reduce the ejection lead
Increase the distance between positions 5 and 6.

Initiator error 1, 2 D : Initiatorfehler 1, 2

A wrong number of position sensors (proximity sensors) has been detected.
Check the sensor - sensor flag spacing
Check the wiring

Regulator error D : REGUL. Fehler

The dribble-feed regulator has gone outside the permissible control range.
Check the target weight
Check the bag carrier for friction
Switch the control system off and on again
Check the adjustment/calibration

Fast empty error D : Schn.Ent.-Error

The fast-empty valve did not open/close.
Check the slide valve
Test the sensor (proximity switch)
Then switch the spout-enable off and on again

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Sort not enabled D : Sorte nicht frei

The selected sort has not been enabled in the sort dialog.
Define the sort and enable it
Check the sort selection

Disch. disabled 1, 2 D : Abwurf verr. 1, 2

A count position was not recognized. If eject disabled 1 can also mean that discharge is generally
inhibited by the corresponding input. For this reason, the bag could not be discharged. If the
ejection is enabled, there is a sensor fault.

Saddle blocked D : Sattel klemmt

The motor is not rotating for a continuous saddle height adjustment.
Check the motor
Check the spindle
Test the sensor (proximity switch)
After eliminating the error, switch the control system off and on again.

MECNW. Interface D : MECNW. Interface

The server or the weigher is not connected to the network.
Check that transmit and receive lines
are connected to the terminal bar
Replace the interface card

Bag OK error D : Sack-ok-Fehler

The Bag OK signal is present without the bag carrier being actuated or no bag was detected when
the bag carrier was actuated.
Check the wiring
Check the pressure switch
Check the bag holder

Start switch D : Startschalter

The start switch is operated between the reference position
and the placing/application position.
Check the wiring
Test the switch

Correction error D : Korrekturfehler

The maximum value of 10 kg for the correction memory of the check-weigher has been
exceeded.
Compare the target weights at the check-weigher and the spout
Check the spout for friction
Check the adjustment/calibration

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Out of operation D : Kein Betrieb

24 V is not present on the Operation enabled input.
Flip the toggle switch for enable the spout
Check the wiring
The spout has been switched off by the server.
Check the server settings
Check bag weights
The spout has switched itself of, because a error was repeated three times.
Look for the root cause (filling time exceeded, wrong weight, cable break /short circuit
detected in the welding/sealing unit)

Filling time D : Füllzeit

The maximum filling time was exceeded. After three successive infringements, the error must be
acknowledged by switching the spout enable off and on again.
Maximum filling time is too short
No material
Filling cross-section is too small
Material needs stronger aeration
Bag is too small

Broken bag D : Sackbruch

The increase in weight was negative for the time set in the Speed duration menu item.
The minimum weight increase was not achieved by the end of the Speed delay time on
starting filling.
If erroneous messages occur, alter the Speed duration, Minimum Speed, or Speed delay
Check the aeration
Adjust filling cross-section
Check the bag quality

Minimum weight D : Mindestgewicht

A bag did not reach the minimum weight before ejection and has been rejected to the broken bag
position.

Wrong weight D : Fehlgewicht

The bag weight is outside the permissible range. This range is determined by the settings for
Underweight and Overweight.

Sonotrode error D : Fehler Sonotrode

On attempting to weld the bag opening, no paper was detected between the welder
jaws.

ID number error D : Fehler ID-Nummer

This error message appears if the serial number of a calibrated weigher electronics
(R61-Modus = Yes) does not match the ID number of the terminal. The weight display is also
turned off. This measure is intended to prevent the terminal with the type plate being operated with
an uncalibrated instrument, or the other way round.
Compare the serial number (order number) of the weigher electronics with the ID number of
the terminal, and correct if necessary.

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EEPROM Fehler D : EEPROM Fehler

All calibration data and settings are stored in a non-volatile, EEPROM memory on the converter
card. This error message is output if a write or read access results in an error.
Replace the A/D-converter card
Replace the faulty EEPROM

Checksum error D : Prüfzahlfehler

The measurement channel on the A/D converter is cyclically tested during operation. For this test,
a test voltage is applied to the input, and compared with a stored “check value”. If an error occurs
here
Check the load cell cable and connector
Switch the weigher off and on again
Test the PSU card, or replace it
Check or replace the A/D-converter card

Parameter error D : PARAMETER Fehler

All parameters in the battery-buffered RAM (weigher and sort parameters) are provided with
checksums, which are periodically checked during operation. If a parameter is faulty or not
initialiased (in a new RAM), then this error message appears and filling operation is inhibited.
Check each parameter (weigher and sort parameters)
Use parameter RESET (in Weigher setup)
Check the weigher installation site for sources of interference

Calibration error D : Kalibrierung Fehler

All calibration data in the memory are provided with checksums, which are periodically checked
during operation. If an error occurs here, operation is blocked and this error message is output.
Check the adjustment/calibration data
Re-calibrate the weigher

I/O config Error D : E/A-Belegung

The assignment of the program-internal logical inputs and outputs to the physical ones on the
I/O-card is made through assignment tables in the weigher memory (non-volatile storage in
EEPROM). Like all parameters, these are provided with checksums that are periodically tested. If
an error occurs here, filling operation is blocked and this error message is output.
Switch the weigher off and on again
Check the EEPROM on the A/D converter card.

RAM error D : RAM Fehler

The entire RAM area is periodically tested in the background. If an error message appears, only
the following options are available.
Replace the RAM
Check or replace the CPU card
Redefine the sorts
Carry out a parameter reset

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ROM error D : ROM Fehler

The entire EPROM area is periodically tested in the background. If an error message appears, only
the following options are available.
Replace the EPROM
Check or replace the CPU card

Load cell missing D : Messdose fehlt

The processing electronics detects the presence of a load cell by a link in the connector. If this link
is missing, or the connector is unplugged, then this message appears.
Check the load cell connector
Check the A/D converter card

Bag guide (BG) D : Sackfuehrung

The bag guide is not in its initial position when filling is started.
Check the sensor
Check the mechanism

Airstrem guard D : Stroemungswaechter

The airflow monitor has failed to detect an adequate airflow in the suction.
Check the airflow monitor
Check the suction/extraction

Anvil error D : Stoerung Amboss

The test of the short-circuit monitoring unit has detected that there must be a cable break.
Check the short-circuit monitoring system on the anvil

Three seconds after the command was given to close the anvil, it was still not closed.
Check the sensor
Check the pneumatic components
Check the cabling
Check the output card

Generator overload D : Generator Überlast

The welding generator was overloaded during the last sealing operation. A possible cause is
excessive pressure between the Sonotrode and the anvil.
Check the welding generator
Check the applied pressure

Generator Error D : Störung Generator

A welding generator fault condition occurred during the last sealing operation.
Check the welding generator

Bag place error 1 D : Aufsteckfehler 1

The lead for the placing position on a packer using angular measurement is too large.
Reduce the placement lead
Make a fresh determination of the placement position

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Bag place error 2 D : Aufsteckfehler 2

The lead for the placing position on a packer using angular measurement is too small.
Increase the placement lead
Make a fresh determination of the placement position

No standstill D : Kein Stillstand

No weigher standstill was detected during taring.
Reduce the standstill duration
Increase the empty damping
Check the installation site

Term. Interface D : TERM INTERFACE

The interface to the terminal has a fault.
Check the interface connection ST2b
Check or replace the terminal
Check or replace the CPU card

Config. error D : Konfig.-Fehler

This error can occur when the software version is changed or a card is faulty. The standard I/O
assignments (defaults) will be loaded.
Check/replace the AD-converter card
Check or replace the CPU card

0/tare error D : 0/Tarierfehler

The weight is outside the 0/taring range.
Check the weight value, and clean or empty the weigher unit if appropriate
Check the adjustment/calibration

Calibration D : Kalibrierung Fehler

All calibration data in the memory are provided with checksums, which are periodically checked
during operation. If an error occurs here, operation is blocked and this error message is output.
Check the adjustment/calibration data
Re-calibrate the weigher

Out of range D : Ausser Bereich

If the weight exceeds the maximum weighing range, then the weight display will go dark and this
error message will be output. Possible measures are:
check the coarse lead,
check the damping (overshoots occur if the damping is too high),
check the adjustment (weighing range, pre-load adjustment ...),
check the load cell cable and connector.

Converter error D : Wandler Fehler

If the weigher can no longer access the A/D converter, operation is stopped and this message is
output.
Check the A/D-converter card

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Dialog disabled D : Dialog gesperrt

The dialog has been hardware disabled.
Remove the 24 V from the Dialog disable input

ATEX-FEHLER D : ATEX-FEHLER
Bei Betrieb in explosiongefährdeten Umgebungen muß geprüft werden, ob die
Sicherheitsfunktionen an der Verschweißeinrichtung funktionieren. Zu diesem Zweck kann in der
Konfiguration der 'ATEX'-Betrieb aktiviert weden. In diesem Fall wird bei Füllungsbeginn von jedem
20. Sack der Amboß geschlossen und die Sicherheitseinrichtung geprüft. Im Fehlerfall wird ein
'ATEX-FEHLER' ausgegeben. und auf eine Quittierung gewartet. Bei erfolgter Quittierung wird der
Test erneut durchgeführt. Erst nach erfolgreichem Test kann wieder verschweißt werden.
Check the short-circuit monitoring system on the anvil

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Siegel

Siegel

ST2 ST11 ST15 ST19 ST23 ST27 ST31

ST39

The rack unit is fully occupied by the following electronics cards:

Slot Card onnector | Connector function

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Back-plane | ME bus board | |
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2 | 24 V power supply | ST2A | Power supply
| with terminal interface | ST2B | Connection for terminal
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
11 | CPU card | |
with check-weigher | |
| Interface: | ST11B |
| with network interface | ST11B |
| with DPS interface | ST11A |
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
15 | I/O card 3 | ST15 | Outputs
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
19 | Output card 2 | ST19 | Outputs
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
23 | Input card 2 | ST23 | Inputs
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
27 | Output card 1 | ST27 | Outputs
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
31 | Input card 1 | ST31 | Inputs
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
39 | A/D converter card | ST39 | Load cell cable
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Card | DIP switch | Coding ( 1 = on )

| | 12345678
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
A/D converter card | SW1 | 10111001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Input card | SW1 | 01111001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Output card | SW1 | 11111001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Output card 2 | SW1 | 00011001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Input card 2 | SW1 | 11011001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Output card 3 | SW1 | 11101001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Input card 3 | SW1 | 00111001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Inputs marked with (A) have the function described only for machines with an air filling system.
Inputs marked with (IM) have the function described only for machines with intermittent motion.

7.1 Input card 1

Con. 31, Pin Logic
EPA0 Bag OK 1 = 1 if OK
EPA1 Start switch 2 = 1 if actuated
EPA2 Fast empty check Flushing request (A) 3 = 1 if open
EPA3 Fast empty request 4 = 1 if requested
EPA4 Tare request 5 = 1 if requested
EPA5 Saddle height, lower reference 6 = 0 if down
EPA6 Motor cutout Residue removal request (A) 7 = 0 if OK
EPA7 Silo minimum 8 = 0 if minimum

EPB0 Cleaning flap closed (A) 9 = 1 if closed

EPB1 Cleaning flap locked (A) 10 = 1 if locked
EPB2 Cleaning flap unlocked (A) 11 = 1 if unlocked
EPB3 Close bottom flap 12 = 1 if close
EPB4 BG start position 13 = 1 if start position
EPB5 Automatic placing 14 = 1 if automatic
EPB6 Eject enabled, belt 1 15 = 1 if enabled
EPB7 Spout enabled 16 = 1 if enabled

CA1 17
CA2 Reference, belt 1 Reference, fast empty position (IM) 18
CB1 Saddle height, rotation pulses 19
CB2 Position counter 20

GND Common signal ground for inputs 24, 25

7.2 Input card 2

Con. 23, Pin Logic

EPA0 Eject enabled, belt 2 1 = 1 if enabled

EPA1 Manual/automatic placing, Belt 2 2 = 1 if automatic
EPA2 3=
EPA3 Valve in position 4 = 1 if in position
EPA4 Sealing on 5 = 1 if On
EPA5 Welding head up 6 = 1 if up
EPA6 Welding head down 7 = 1 if down
EPA7 Anvil closed 8 = 1 if closed

EPB0 Short-circuit 9 = 0 if short-circuit

EPB1 Packer silo max 10 = 0 if full
EPB2 Flap shut auto. permitted 11 = 1 if permitted
EPB3 Generator fault 12 = 0 if fault
EPB4 Generator overload 13 = 1 if overload
EPB5 14 =
EPB6 15 =
EPB7 Dialog inhibit 16 = 1 if inhibited

CA1 17
CA2 Reference, belt 2 18
CB1 19
CB2 20

GND Common signal ground for inputs 24, 25

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Outputs marked with (A) have the function described only for machines with an air filling system.
Outputs marked with (IM) have the function described only for machines with intermittent rotation.
Outputs marked with (FI) have the function described only for machines with frequency inverters to
control the filling motors.

7.3 Output card 1

St27, Pin Logic
APA0 Error message 12 = 1 if fault
APA1 Hopper aeration 13 = 1 if aerate
APA2 Fast empty aeration Cone down(A) 10 = 1 if aerate
APA3 Saddle height, motor down 11 = 1 if motor start
APA4 Saddle height, motor up or stepped 8 = 1 if motor start
APA5 Filling turbine Upper cone (A) 9 = 1 if motor start
APA6 Blow out spout 6 = 1 if blow out
APA7 Fast empty valve Vent pressure chamber (A) 7 = 1 for up/vent

APB0 Ejector 4 = 1 if eject

APB1 Bag request 5 = 1 if request
APB2 Bag holder 3 = 1 if extend
APB3 Spillage rejection 16 = 1 if active
APB4 Coarse feed 2 = 1 if coarse feed
APB5 Wrong weight BG vacuum 15 = 1 if wrong weight/vacuum
APB6 Fine feed 1 = 1 if fine feed
APB7 Vibrate silo BG lower 14 = 1 if vibrate / lower

24 V Common feed for relays 24,25

GND Ref. point 20

7.4 Output card 2

Con. 19, Pin Logic
APA0 Brake saddle height (IM) 12
APA1 Inflate spout 13 = 1 if inflate
APA2 Start pulse Flushing air (A) 10 = 1 if pulse
APA3 Bag holder status 11 = 1 from Radim.2
Bag clamp = 1 if clamp
APA4 Spout empty (A) 8 = 1 if suction
Lower sealing head = 1 if lower
APA5 Bag request, belt 2 9 = 1 if request
APA6 Aerate pressure chamber inlet (A) 6 = 1 if aerate
APA7 Aerate pressure chamber (A) 7 = 1 if aerate

APB0 Control output 1 4 adjustable

APB1 Control output 2 Close anvil jaws 5 adjustable
APB2 Control output 3 3 adjustable
APB3 Tipper saddle (IM) Open cleaning flap 16 = 1 if raise/open
APB4 Motor ON (FI) Close cleaning flap 2 = 1 if ON / close
APB5 Control output 4 swing BG 15 adjustable /
=1 if swing
APB6 Bag-OK (IM) Open lock 1 = 1 if OK / open
Prepare welding prepare
APB7 Close lock Welding voltage 14 = 1 if close /
weld

24 V Common feed for relays 24,25

GND Ref. point 20

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7.5 Load cell connector

Slot 39 Con. 39
Pin
+5V Supply arms 6,13
- 5V Supply arms 7,14
+M Measurement arms 4,11
-M Measurement arms 5,12
+S Sense 3,10
-S Sense 2, 9
Link 8+15
GND Screen Housing

7.6 Power supply

Slot 2 Con. 2A
Pin
GND Ref. point 1
+24V Supply voltage 2
Earth linked to ref. point 3

7.7 Terminal interface

Slot 2 Con. 2B
Pin
Earth linked to ref. point 1
RxD Receive line 2
+24V Supply for terminal 3, 7
TxD Transmit line 4
GND Ground / return line 5, 9

7.8 DPS interface

Slot 11 Con. 11A Pin

Earth linked to ref. point 1, 8
RxD - Receive line neg. 2
+24V Receiver supply 3
TxD + Transmit line pos. 6
TxD - Transmit line neg. 7
RxD + Receive line pos. 9
+24V Transmitter supply 14

7.9 Network interface

Slot 11 Con. 11B

Pin
GND Ref. point 1
+24V Supply voltage 2
Network MEC network 4

7.10 Correction interface

Slot 11 Con. 11B Pin

RxD + Receive line pos. 3

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TxD + Transmit line pos. 8
TxD - Transmit line neg. 9

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8.1 Description of the input signals

Bag OK The output of the pressure switch is connected here. This produces a
1 signal when pressure builds up.

Start switch If the bag holder should not be operated in a certain position, the
Start switch option must be enabled in the dialog. In this case, the
bag holder is actuated when 24 V is applied to the input.

Fast empty check A fast-empty slide-valve is opened for fast emptying on continuously
rotating packers. A position sensor is fitted here. If the sensor is not
covered within about 1 second after the valve is opened, the
procedure is cancelled and an error message is generated. Likewise,
the sensor must be uncovered again when the valve is closed.
When using stationary fast empty in connection with a bag sealing
unit this input is used to close the anvil when the spout passes the
reference position.

Fast empty request On continuously rotating turbine packers, a pulse on this input starts
the fast empty.
On continuously rotating air packers, the fast empty process runs as
long as there is a signal on this input.
On intermittently rotating packer machines, the spout that is at the
reference position and has the signal applied to this input always
carries out a fast empty.

Flushing request On air machines, the pressure chamber can be flushed out (cleaned)
with air. The flush cycle continues as long as this input is activated.

Tare request If the tare frequency is set to 0 in the dialog, automatic taring will not
be performed. The taring procedure can be triggered by applying a
pulse to this input.

Saddle height, lower reference On changing sort or on

switching on the weigher, the continuously variable saddle moves
down to the lower reference position. A proximity switch is fitted here.
When the position is reached, 24 V is applied to the input.

Motor cutout On turbine machines, the output of the motor cut-out is wired to this
input. If the cut-out is tripped, the current filling is interrupted, and no
new filling is started.

Residue removal request As long as 24 V is applied to this input, residue removal is carried out
on air packers.

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Silo minimum As long as the packer silo is filled up above a certain level, a 24 V
signal is applied to this input. Only in this state can a new filling be
started. Fillings in progress will not be interrupted by this state.
On air packers, each spout has its own sensor to monitor the level of
material in the pressure chamber. If necessary, the cones are opened
to refill the pressure chamber. The cones are only closed when the
sensor is covered again.

Dialog inhibit As long as this input is activated, the dialog with the controls is
blocked (no parameter settings can be made). The only exception is
the short dialog.

Cleaning flap closed

When 24 V is applied to this input, the control system detects that the
cleaning flap is closed.

Cleaning flap locked

When 24 V is applied to this input, the control system detects that the
cleaning flap is locked.

Cleaning flap unlocked

When 24 V is applied to this input, the control system detects that the
cleaning flap is unlocked.

Close cleaning flap close

When 24 V is applied to this input, the control system detects that the
cleaning flap is to be closed.

Automatic placing 1 If the bag holder is to be actuated at the automatic placing position, a
24 V signal must be applied to this input. Otherwise, the bag holder is
actuated at the manual placing position. This input is valid for the
placing mode on belt 1.

Ejection enabled 1 If 24 V is applied to this input when the spout is at the ejection
position, the bag can be ejecteded onto belt 1.

Spout enabled With 24 V on this input, the spout operates as described. With 0 V,
the spout is switched off. If the enable is removed during a filling, the
filling will be aborted.
When the enable returns, the bag carrier is actuated first. If the spout
detects a bag, a Service filling will be started. Basically, this runs just
like a normal filling, but the packer does not rotate. At the start of the
filling there is no taring, since partially filled bags are being filled up.
For this reason, the tare value is taken from the last normal filling.

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Reference, belt 1 On continuously rotating packers there is a reference position. It is

located at the run-off belt. Each spout rotating past this position
receives a short pulse on the input. The internal position counter is
now checked and then reset. If the check shows that the count did
not reach six, then a Sensor error message is output.

Saddle height, rotation pulses

For continuous saddle height adjustment, a pulse generator is
mounted on the spindle. It produces four pulses per turn, which are
counted at this input.

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Position counter A proximity switch is connected to this input. This produces a 24 V

signal when the spout rotates past a signal flag. There are six signal
flags around the periphery, so six positions are counted. The correct
sequence of these positions is:
Automatic placing, manual placing, empty bag waste position, broken
bag waste position, determine ejection point 1
determine ejection point 2

Reference, belt 2 On packer machines with two run-off belts, the periphery is usually
divided into two halves. Each half then has all the positions of a
packer with a single run-off belt. The position counter can be used for
both halves. The second reference signal is used to distinguish
between the two halves.

Ejection enabled 2 If 24 V is applied to this input when the spout is at the ejection
position, the bag can be ejecteded onto belt 2.

Automatic placing 2 If the bag holder is to be actuated at the automatic placing position, a
24 V signal must be applied to this input. Otherwise, the bag holder is
actuated at the manual placing position. This input is valid for the
placing mode on belt 2.

Valve in position If 24 V is applied to this input on continuously rotating packers with a

tipper saddle and an internal sealing mechanism, automatic sealing is
started.

Sealing on The internal sealing mechanism is only active if this input is activated.

Welding head up On machines with an internal sealing mechanism, a filling can only be
started when 24 V is applied to this input.

Welding head down On machines with an internal sealing mechanism, the anvil is closed
when 24 V is applied to this input.

Anvil closed On machines with an internal sealing mechanism, welding can only
be started when 24 V is applied to this input.

Short-circuit On machines with an internal sealing mechanism, the welding

process is aborted if 24 V is applied to this input.

Packer silo max On air-operated machines, the cone aeration is activated when the
cone has been open for at least five seconds and 24 V is applied to
this input. The aeration time can be adjusted in the dialog.

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Flap shut auto. permitted If a flap control is fitted, the cleaning flap can be closed automatically
after the weigher has been cleaned if a signal is applied to this input.

Generator fault The welding generator applies 0 V to this input if a fault is present.

Generator overload The welding generator applies 24 V to this input if it is overloaded.

Bag guide, initial position

The input is connected with 24V when the bag guide is in initial
position. If this is not the case at the start of filling, filling will not be
started.

Airflow monitor 24 V is applied to this input if the airflow monitor detects an adequate
airflow in the vicinity of the extractor. If this is not the case, bag
sealing is deactivated.

Fixed assignment With these two inputs, the system can be selected
Fill one round according to which the bags are requesated and ejected:

1)'Fixed assignment' = 1 / 'Filling time full circle' = 1.

The even numbered spouts are loaded with an empty bag by
placer 1 and eject the full bag onto belt 2.
The odd numbered spouts are loaded with an empty bag by placer
2 and eject the full bag onto belt 1.
If a bag is placed on the wrong spout (e.g. by placer 1 on an odd
numbered spout),
the spout ejects the bag at the empty bag position.

2)'Fixed assignment' = 0 / 'Filling time full circle' = 1.

The spouts request an empty bag from every placement device.
The bags from placement position 1 are ejected to run-off belt 2.
Bags from placement position 2 are ejected to run-off belt 1.

3)'Fixed assignment' = 1 / 'Filling time full circle' = 0.

The spouts request an empty bag from every placement device.
The bags from placement position 1 are ejected to run-off belt 1,
bags from placement position 2 are ejected to run-off belt 2.

4)'Fixed assignment' = 0 / 'Filling time full circle' = 0.

The spouts request an empty bag from every placement device.
The bags are ejected to the next free run-off belt.

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Drehantrieb EIN Wenn der Packer nicht dreht wird eine entsprechende Meldung
ausgegeben, nicht abgeworfen, kein Sack angefordert und nicht
geschweißt. Die Servicefüllung ist weiterhin möglich.

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Error message This output is activated if a spout fault occurs. The designation of the
fault is shown on the LCD.
Most messages are automatically acknowledged. Only the messages
Saddle blocked, Motor cutout, Not operating have to be
acknowledged, once the cause of the fault has been removed.

Hopper aeration This output is used to control aeration nozzles to aid the material
flow.
The output is controlled according to the current rate of increase in
weight. If the increase rate is below an adjustable Aeration
threshold, this output is activated. If it goes above the threshold, the
output is switched off again.
If the aeration threshold is set to 0.0, there is no aeration.
On turbine packers, this output is also activated if the Maximum
pause setting is exceeded. In this case, the next filling will only be
started after the bag has been applied and the initial aeration is
finished. This initial aeration is intended to loosen the material in the
silo.
On air machines, this output is also switched on for cleaning the
pressure chamber and continuously for fast emptying.
On all machines, the hopper aeration is activated with the start pulse.

Fast empty aeration

For fast empty, first of all the fast empty channel is blown out. To this
end, this output is activated for a short time at the start of fast empty.

Lower cone On air machines, this output is activated to open the lower cone. On
most machines, the lower cone is the only cone.

Saddle height, motor down

When using continuous saddle-height adjustment, this output is used
to move the bag carrier down. If no saddle-height rotation pulses are
detected while it is moving down, then the procedure is aborted and
an error message is generated.

Saddle height, motor up With continuous saddle-height adjustment, this output is used to
move the saddle up.
With stepped adjustment, this switches between the Up and Down
positions.

Filling turbine For filling, the slide-valve is first opened, the filling turbine is then
switched on. The time-delay can be adjusted. The turbine is also
turned on for fast empty and additional dosing.

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Upper cone When the pressure chamber is full, the upper cone is closed first.
After the Lower cone delay time, the lower cone will then be closed.

Blow out spout When the filling is finished, the spout can be blown out, so that as
little material as possible falls onto the bag when it is ejected.

Fast empty valve This output is used with continuously rotating turbine machines. It is
switched on during fast empty.

Vent pressure chamber The pressure chamber is vented before the cone is opened. The
duration can be adjusted.

Ejector On continuously rotating packer machines, the ejector is operated

when the ejection point determination has counted down to the preset
Discharge lead and the Discharge enable input is present.
The length of time for which the output remains set is defined in the
dialog item Ejector duration.
On intermittently rotating machines, the ejector is operated when the
preset ejection position has been reached and the Discharge enable
input signal is present.

Bag request An empty bag is requested when the spout is ready for a new filling.
On continuously rotating packer machines, the request is made
between the reference position and the automatic placement position.
On intermittently rotating machines, the empty bag request is made at
the preset placement position.
On continuously rotating packer machines with angle detection the
request signal consists of two pulses generated shortly after each
other. The first pulse causes the inflating of the bag which is in
waiting position of the bag applicator. The second pulse releases the
application of the bag.

Bag holder The bag holder is actuated at the application/placement position that
is enabled by the Automatic placing input. If there is no Bag OK signal
present after the end of the Bag OK delay time, then the bag holder is
raised again and the wrongly placed bag is rejected to the empty bag
waste position.
The bag holder is also actuated during fast empty.

Spillage rejection This output is activated when the preset weight limit for Spillage
rejection is exceeded during the filling. If this does not happen, the
spillage rejection is activated, at the latest, on initiation of the ejection
procedure. After ejection, the spillage rejection is turned off 0.5 sec.
after the ejector.

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Coarse feed The output is switched on during the first phase of filling. It is
switched off when the Coarse/fine changeover point is reached.
This changeover point is adjusted by the dosing time regulator,
depending on the Fine feed duration.
The mechanical construction of the coarse/fine cylinder means that
even when fine feed only is required, it is still necessary to activate
the coarse feed. After reaching the coarse feed position, the coarse
feed output is switched off again, to bring the slide-valve into the fine
feed position.

Wrong weight This output is activated when the check-weighing, just before
ejection, shows that the weight is outside the limits that are set in the
dialog items Overweight and Underweight.

Fine feed This output is activated throughout the filling.

Vibrate silo During fast empty, and also (for air machines) during cleaning, the
silo is vibrated. The duration is set in the dialog item Silo vibrate
pulse, the pause is set in the dialog item Silo vibrate pause.

Saddle height brake On intermittently rotating machines with a continuously adjustable

saddle height, a brake can be fitted for the saddle height adjustment.
This brake is always activated when the saddle is not moving.

Inflate spout The sleeve on the filling spout is inflated when the Bag OK signal is
detected. The Inflation time starts at the end of filling. When the time
has elapsed, the output is switched off again.

Start pulse The start pulse is switched on when the Bag OK signal is detected.
When the Start pulse time is over, the output is switched off again.

Cleaning air On air machines, the Cleaning air is turned on during cleaning.

Bag holder status The output is driven in parallel with the “bag holder” output.

Close bag clamp On machines with an internal sealing mechanism, this output
operates the bag clamp that fixes the bag in position for sealing.

Spout empty On air machines, this output is activated when the pressure chamber
is empty.

Lower sealing head On machines with an internal sealing mechanism, this output lowers
the sealing/welding head.

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Bag request 2 On machines with two output belts and two automatic placers, this
output produces the empty bag request for the second automatic
placer.

Cone ventilation The output is activated when the lower cone has been opened for the
filling of the pressure chamber for at least 5 seconds. This output
remains activated for the duration of the time set in the dialog item
Cone ventilation.

Injector nozzle An injector nozzle can be fitted to turbine machines. This is activated
at the start of filling, after a delay time, Suction nozzle delay. This is
done in pulses, whereby the switch-on time is set by Suction nozzle
ON and the switch-off time by Suction nozzle OFF. When the ejector
is operated, the Ejector time starts running. During this time, the
injector nozzle is turned off.

This output is also used for the Reverse venting function.

Reverse venting/cleaning
This output is used to blow out the reverse venting channel before the
start of filling.

Vent pressure chamber This output is switched on during fast empty and cleaning. For normal
filling, the output remains switched on until the lower cone is open, to
fill the pressure chamber. The pressure chamber is vented again at
the start of the next filling.

Control output 1,2,4 These control outputs are available for free use. They can be
configured in the corresponding dialogs, so that, separately for each
sort, they are not switched on, or only in coarse feed, or only in fine
feed, or during the entire filling, or for as long as the sort is selected.

Control output 3 This control output is activated if the increase in weight falls below the
set limit during filling.

Tipper saddle On intermittently rotating machines, the tipper saddle is actuated

when the discharge position is reached. The tipper saddle is released
again after the bag transfer.

Motor ON This output is activated when the spout is enabled and the motor cut-
out has not been tripped. The output is required when driving the
filling turbine with a frequency inverter.

Bag OK On intermittently rotating machines, this output is used to inform the

external controls that the bag was properly placed and that the placer
arm can be withdrawn.

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Unlock cleaning flap

Before the cleaning flap can be opened, the interlock must be
released by a pulse at this output.

Lock cleaning flap

After the cleaning flap has been closed, by operating a manual
button, 24 V is applied to the Cleaning flap locked input. A pulse is
then generated at this output, to activate the cleaning flap interlock.

Open cleaning flap

A cleaning flap can be fitted to air machines. This is controlled by a
pulse valve. The pulse for opening the flap is applied to this output
when the cleaning program has finished, after the interlock has been
released.

Close anvil jaws On machines with an internal sealing mechanism, this output closes
the anvil.

Prepare welding On machines with an internal sealing mechanism, this output

operates the HF relay that connects the Sonotrode to the welding
generator.

Bag from Radimat 2 On machines with two run-off belts, a signal will be produced at this
output until the bag is ejected, if the bag was placed by the second
placer.

Bag count pulse 1 A pulse will be produced at this output when a bag is ejected onto the
first run-off belt.

Bag count pulse 2 A pulse will be produced at this output when a bag is ejected onto the
second run-off belt.

Standstill 24 V appears on this output if the weigher is at standstill.

Close bottom flap This output closes the bottom flap of the filling hopper.

Lower bag guide This output lowers the bag guide.

Swing bag guide round This output swings the bag guide around.

Bag guide vacuum This output switches on the vacuum for the bag guide.

Turbine speeds 1-3 On machines with an integral frequency inverter for the filling turbine,
these outputs produce a binary coded number from 1 to 7 for the
speed at which the turbine should run. Each number has a speed
assigned to it in the frequency inverter.

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Turbine speeds 1-3 Bei Maschinen mit integriertem Frequenzumrichter am

Füllturbinenmotor wird an diesen Ausgängen eine binär codierte Zahl

Eject pulse For machines with external bag welding (UNISEAL) a pulse lasting
approx. 0.2 seconds is sent to actuating the ejector.

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Rated voltage 24 V DC, 500 mA

Ripple < 10%
Limits 24 V +20% -15%, without ripple
Ambient temperature -10°C to +40°C
Relative humidity 95% for not more than 30 days p.a.

Control outputs 24 V, 0.5 A, via optocoupler

Control inputs 24 V, 20 mA, via optocoupler
Input switching threshold 12 V +/- 3 V

Load cell Hottinger Z6-4 200 kg

A/D converter 20-bit
Conversion rate 4000/sec
Sampling rate 50/sec
Input sensitivity 1,33μV

Microprocessor 16-bit
Clock frequency 12 MHz

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Dust protection The equipment must be kept closed.

Air The surrounding air should not contain anything that could cause
damage to the equipment.

Vibration Strong vibration affects the weighing accuracy, and can cause
mechanical and electrical damage.

EMC The weigher electronics should not be installed in the immediate

vicinity of electrical equipment with strong electromagnetic fields. The
electronics meets the EN 45 501 standard. The minimum distance
between mobile phone equipment and a weigher is 1 metre.

Mains power supply Poor quality of the supplied power can make it necessary to use a
voltage stabilizer, or possibly an additional mains supply filter to
suppress interference. When operating off a supply without an earth, a
technical earth must be provided.

Earthing The equipment must be earthed via the protective earth (PE) to the
earthing bus of the building. When using supplies without an earth, a
technical earth must be provided. The system (signal) ground must be
grounded to the case of the instrument.
The rack unit housing of the MEC II must be earthed by a 6 mm cable.
When installed in a switchgear cabinet, all the side panels and doors of
the cabinet and all the mounting devices for the MEC II must be
earthed by short cables.

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Cabling During assembly and installation, care must be taken to route

interference-generating and interference-sensitive cables separately.
All measurement and data cables must be screened, whereby the
screens must be grounded at both ends with large-area connections.
The minimum spacing between signal cables and power cables should
be about 0.5 m. If it is not possible to keep to this minimum distance,
these cables must be screened.

External data cables For Roto-Packers, cables for the serial data transmission are laid
between the slip-ring and the server; for linear machines, between the
spouts and the DPS. Cable type LiYCY 2 x 0.75 is required for cable
lengths up to 200 metres, LiYCY 2 x 1.5 for up to 400 metres.

Internal data cables For Roto-Packers, cable type LiYCY 14 x 0.75 is required for the
internal signal and data cabling from the slip-ring to the individual
spouts.

Outputs All inductive loads must be fitted with freewheel diodes.

CAUTION: During welding operation on the machine, it is vital that the welding
current does not flow through the load cell. Otherwise, the load cell
may be damaged.
Welding operations in the vicinity of the load cell (2 m or less) should
be completely avoided, or the load cell should be removed from the
machine.

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