#45-930
#45-935
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP)
Cable Stripping System
For 115V or 230V
Operation Manual
Caution and Safety Instructions
Please read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.
• Do not alter, modify or misuse the machine.
• Do not operate the machine using an ungrounded electrical system.
• Do not perform any maintenance on the machine unless both the electrical power and air supply are disconnected.
• Do not operate the machine in a damp, wet, gaseous, hazardous or poorly ventilated work environment.
• Do not obstruct any ventilation or air flow around the machine.
CAUTION – Hazardous parts inside, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION – Blade area can create high temperatures; refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION – Use proper heavy lifting procedures.
Environmental Conditions
Indoor use only
Altitude up to 2,000m
Temperature 5°C to 40°C
Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31° decreasing linearly to 50% humidity at 40°C
Mains voltage fluctuations not to exceed±10% of normal voltage
Insulation Category II
Pollution degree 2
Unit can produce sound levels greater than 85 dB, proper hearing protection is required.
Warranty & Service Policy
Each unit is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 12 months after the date of
purchase. The obligations of IDEAL under this warranty shall be limited to repairing at the Sycamore, Illinois manufacturing facility any unit which
shall, within the 12 month period, be returned to us with the transportation charges prepaid, and with our examination shall disclosed to our satisfac-
tion to have been defective. This warranty shall not aply to any model which has been altered or repaired outside the factory in any way so as to affect
its operation nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence, accident or installed or operated in any other way than in accordance with our instruc-
tions, nor shall this warranty extend to repairs or replacement made necessary by the use of accessories not recommended by IDEAL.
Unpacking
The IDEAL Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Cable Stripping System is shipped in
protective foam packaging. You may wish to save this packaging for future
transportation.
Description
Cat. No.
STP, 115 VAC, 60 Hz 4A
STP, 230 VAC, 50 Hz 2A
Power Cord
45-930
45-935
K-6773
45-260
K-6865
IA-3124
45-906
ND-3514
1301.012
99-020
®
The STP unit is equipped with a power cord, air hose, slug tray, IDEAL T -Cutter
®
Lite wire cutter, keys, key chain, air regulator kit and an operation manual.
Lifting Instructions for the STP
T -Cutter Lite
Air Hose
Slug Tray
Air Regulator
Operation Manual
Security keys
IDEAL Key Chain
Locate the front and rear of the machine. The front of the machine has the keypad
and display. Position the machine so the front of the machine is pointing to your
left and the rear of the machine is to your right. Also position the machine as close
to your body as possible. Place your left hand underneath the bottom plate and
center it between the two front rubber feet. Place your right hand underneath the
bottom plate and center it between the two rear rubber feet. Pull the machine up and
toward your body. When carrying the STP, always keep the machine as close to your body as possible.
Note: Where ever possible, lift with your legs slightly bent and your back straight (vertical). Lift the load by straightening your legs not by pulling up
with your arms.
STP Service Setup (Qualified Service Personnel)
The STP front cover is secured with two (2) screws for shipping. Remove the
screws from lower right and left sides of cover before opening lid.
Gripper pad pins are secured with plates for shipping. Remove these plates
from both front and rear gripper pad housings before machine use.
Rear
NOTE: Do not invert the unit after shipping plates have been removed. Gripper
retaining pins will fall out when inverted.
Front
Close cover and replace screws removed.
Install slug tray - Insert the long screws provided, tighten.
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STP Service Setup Continued
Electrical Connection Requirements
Voltage Selection
The STP operates on either 115V/230V AC; 45-930, 115V AC 4A 60 Hz ; 45-935, 230V AC 2A 50 Hz. Proper voltage will be preset at the factory.
Fuse Replacement
Disconnect power cord and remove the fuse cartridge using a small blade screwdriver or similar tool. Replace two fuses with recommended fuses.
45-930, 4AT 250V, 1/4” x 1-1/4”; 45-935, 2AT 250V, 5 mm x 20 mm, insert the fuse cartridge back into the unit making certain the proper voltage is
selected.
On-Off Switch — Located on the back of the unit, the on/off switch controls the main
electrical power supply.
Air Connection Requirements
1
Connect /4" coiled air hose to the air inlet fitting located on the back of the unit. This is a reusable compression type fitting.
To connect air hose:
1. Disconnect electrical power supply.
2. Connect the air hose by inserting it firmly into compression fitting.
Air must be clean, dry and pressure regulated to 100 PSI.
The STP consumes approximately 50 cubic inches (about .03 cubic feet) of compressed air per cycle. Total air volume consumed depends on frequency
of operation.
To disconnect air hose;
1. Disconnect electrical power supply.
2. Disconnect air supply.
3. Depress the red ring and pull on the air hose.
STP Operating Principles and Terms
The following section describes the basic principles of operation of the 45-930, STP.
The STP uses a combination of four variables to perform each strip. It is important to
understand each of these four control parameters and how they interrelate to obtain
the desired stripping results. The four variables are HEAT, SPEED, PRESSURE
STRIP
LENG TH
HEA T
SPEED
PRES SURE
and STRIP LENGTH. Each variable is described in terms of settings, ranges and
effects on stripping. The individual variable settings may affect the other variables
and the final stripping results. Please refer to the “Electrical Controls” section for
instructions on how to regulate each setting via the control panel.
PRGM.
HIGH
COUNT
CLEAR
BA TCH
ENTER
HEAT: Thermal Blade
The HEAT setting controls the level of power (heat) directed to the blades during the thermal cutting phase of the stripping cycle, with 10% being
lowest heat and 100% highest. The STP may also be operated with a heat setting of 0%, which runs the unit through a complete cycle without using
the blades. This is intended to pull off a slug that has already been cut either by the STP or manual methods.
Since the STP is a thermal stripper, heat plays a very important role in the stripping process. Insulation materials have a wide variety of melting
temperatures, requiring the STP to produce a full range of blade HEAT settings. The melting temperature of an insulation material, high or low, must be
consistently matched by the STP blade heat setting for a successful stripping operation.
Another important factor is the rate at which the blade heat penetrates the insulation material. A tendency may be to strip at the highest blade heat avail-
able. This produces two undesirable results. First, the higher blade HEAT setting is inversely proportional to blade life. Second, the blade may
displace the insulation material too quickly, producing an excessive amount of contact with the inner shield. For these reasons it is important to
correlate the blade HEAT setting with the blade rotation SPEED setting.
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STP Operating Principles and Terms (continued)
SPEED: Thermal Head Rotation
SPEED refers to the rate of rotation by the Thermal Head of the STP. This is the rate at which the blades are rotated about the wire being stripped. The
slowest speed is 1 and 10 the highest.
Running at a faster speed requires a higher blade heat setting which may shorten the blade life. A superior strip quality is obtained at lower blade HEAT
and SPEED settings. However, the various types and thicknesses of insulation material requires a wide variety of HEAT and SPEED setting
combinations (to avoid touching the inner braid).
PRESSURE: Rear Grip Mechanism
The PRESSURE setting regulates the air pressure delivered to the internal, rear grip mechanism. This mechanism is used to pull the stripped slug off
the wire. Based on a line pressure of 100 PSI, which is required for operation of the unit, the internal rear grip can be set to operate from 5 PSI to
100 PSI in increments of 5 PSI. Various insulation materials and shield types require varying grip pressures to obtain optimal slug removal results.
The rest of the machine runs on a constant 100 PSI line pressure.
Having air pressure controlled electronically allows the STP to use a variable amount of grip force to hold the insulation slug while trying to pull off the
slug. This is important for three reasons. First, various materials adhere to the braid differently and require more or less grip pressure to be pulled from
the shield. Excessive grip pressure increases internal friction between the slug and shield, preventing removal of the slug. Second, different materials
have varying coefficients of friction with the grip pads. This creates the need for a wide variety of grip PRESSURE settings. Finally, the strip length
affects the amount of grip pressure required.
STRIP LENGTH
The strip length range of the STP is from 1.25 to 6.00 inches (31 to 150 mm). It can be set in increments of .01 in. or 1 mm. The strip length
required for a given wire is a user-defined variable.
Longer or shorter strip lengths may require varying grip PRESSURE settings. Once the STP is set to strip 3.00 inches or longer the grip PRESSURE
setting remains fairly constant for a given wire type. However, when stripping less than 3.00 inches it may be necessary to increase the grip
PRESSURE setting. This is due to the fact that the internal, rear grip mechanism is about 4.00 inches long and consists of separate pressure points.
When less than 3.00 inches is to be removed, the grip mechanism is not fully utilized and may require a higher PRESSURE setting to accomplish the
task.
Any given wire may be successfully stripped over a range of setting combinations. It is important to look at all of the variables and resulting
performances in order to select the combination that best suits the specific stripping requirements.
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. offers free application assistance... for immediate assistance, call our technical service hotline at 1-800-338-4495.
STP Operation
When the machine is turned on, the software version is briefly displayed followed by
the machine initializing.
Then the Machine Status display appears showing the present settings. During
operation there are three different status displays: READY MODE, “ ENTER VALUE”
(a value is being entered or the machine is adjusting to a new value) and “ CYCLE IN
PROGRESS” (the machine is in a strip cycle).
Example: Ready Mode Display
At this point, you can proceed stripping wire, enter new values or retrieve a preset batch
with different settings.
Use the following procedures to change the machine settings via the
control panel keeping in mind the “ Operating Principles and Terms”
described on page 4, while selecting process variables.
STRIP
LENG TH
HEA T
SPEED
PRES SURE
PRGM.
HIGH
COUNT
CLEAR
BA TCH
ENTER
All control settings can be set by either using the arrow keys or setting
discrete values on numeric key pad.
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STP Operation continued
Heat Adjustment
Heat can be adjusted by pressing [0] through [9] producing corresponding heat values of 0% through 90%. Pressing HIGH sets the heat at 100%. If
↑
the heat is set at 0%, the machine completes the cycle without using the blades. The heat can also be adjusted by pressing HEAT and using the [ ]
↑
and [ ] keys. The heat is adjusted from 0% to 100% in increments of 10%. Pressing the ENTER key exits from the heat entry mode and returns to the
ready mode.
If CLEAR is pressed during a HEAT entry, it returns to the beginning of the HEAT entry mode. If CLEAR is pressed at the beginning of the HEAT entry
mode, it exits the HEAT entry mode and the previous settings are returned.
Example 1
Example 2
40 3.10
PRGM.
HIGH
20% 10
40 3.10
20% 10
HEAT
HEAT
ENTER
ENTER VALUE
ENTER VALUE
Press
Press
or
Press
Press
Or Press for
100% Heat
HEAT Field will Flash
HEAT Field will Flash
Press To
BA TC H
Enter Single
Digit Value
ENTER
Thermal Head Rotation Speed Adjustment
Speed can be adjusted by pressing [1] through [9] corresponding to speeds 1 through 9, and pressing HIGH for speed 10.The speed at which the
↑
↑
thermal blades rotate around the wire being stripped can also be adjusted by pressing SPEED and using the [ ] and [ ] keys. The speed is set from 1
to 10, the fastest setting being 10. Pressing the ENTER key exits from the speed adjustment mode and returns to the run mode.
If CLEAR is pressed during a SPEED entry, it returns to the beginning of the SPEED entry mode. If CLEAR is pressed at the beginning of the SPEED
entry mode, it exits the SPEED entry mode and the previous settings are returned.
Example 1
Example 2
40 3.10
PRGM.
HIGH
20% 10
20% 10
40 3.10
SPEED
SPEED
ENTER
ENTER VA LU E
ENTER VA LU E
Press
Press
Press
Press
Or Press for
Speed 10
or
SPEED Field will Flash
Press To
SPEED Field will Flash
BA TC H
Enter Single
Digit Value
ENTER
Pull Grip Pressure Adjustment
Pressure can be adjusted by pressing the numbers corresponding to pressures 05% through 95%, pressing HIGH sets the pressure at 100%. EXAMPLE:
↑
↑
press [4] then [5] to get pressure at 45%. The pressure can also be adjusted by pressing PRESSURE and using the [ ] and [ ] keys. Pressure can be
adjusted from 5 to 100 PSI in increments of 5 PSI. Pressing the ENTER key exits from the pressure entry mode and returns to the ready mode.
If CLEAR is pressed during a PRESSURE entry, the display returns to the beginning of the PRESSURE entry mode. If CLEAR is pressed at the
beginning of the PRESSURE entry mode, the display exits the PRESSURE entry mode and the previous settings are returned.
Example 1
Example 2
PRGM.
HIGH
20% 10
45
3.10
20% 10
40
3.10
PRESSURE
PRESSURE
ENTER
ENTER VALUE
ENTER VALUE
Press
Press
Press
Press
Or Press for
100%
Pressure
or
PRESSURE Field will Flash
PRESSURE Field will Flash
Press To
Enter Single
Digit Value
BA TC H
ENTER
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STP Operation continued
Strip Length Adjustment, by Discrete Value
For Example Enter Value of 75 mm:
METRIC LENGTH MODE (31 mm to 152 mm)
• Press STRIP LENGTH.
• The strip length display will blink.
• Enter the strip length and then press ENTER.
A strip length is automatically entered after a third digit is pressed.
STRIP
LENGTH
20% 10
40
0
ENTER
ENTER VALUE
Press
Press
Press Numbers
7 Then 5
Digit Will Blink
ENGLISH LENGTH MODE (1-1/4 inches to 6.00 inches)
• Press STRIP LENGTH.
• The first digit will blink. Press the appropriate number key and it will be entered.
• Press the decimal point.
• The tenths digit will blink, press the appropriate number key.
• Next the hundredth position will blink, press the appropriate number key.
• After typing the hundredth position, the new strip length is set.
If at any time during the strip length entry ENTER is pressed, the current strip length will be set. If CLEAR is pressed during a strip length entry, it
returns to the beginning of the strip length entry mode. If CLEAR is pressed at the beginning of the strip length entry mode, it exits the strip length
entry mode and the previous settings are returned.
For Example Enter Value 3.25 Inches:
BATCH
STRIP
LENGTH
20% 10
40
0.00
20% 10
40
3.20
20% 10
40
3.00
ENTER VALUE
ENTER VALUE
ENTER VALUE
Press 5
Press
Press 3
Press
Press 2
First Digit Will Blink
Second Digit Will Blink
Third Digit Will Blink
Strip Length Adjustment By Increment
While in the ready mode, the strip length can be changed up or down by increments using the [ ] and [ ] keys. Programming the increment is
↑
↑
explained in the Set section of Program.
In either of the strip length entry methods, the strip length is checked. If the strip length is invalid, an appropriate message appears and the previous
strip length is displayed.
Cycle Mode
NORMAL STRIP CYCLE
PRGM.
HIGH
• To select a new cycle mode, press Program/High
• Enter in the 3-digit security code
Press
Note: All units are factory preset to a 3-digit security code of “ 111.” To make any changes in the Program Mode the security
code must be entered.
• The display will show
1 - Test
2 - Set
3 - Mode
Clear_Esc
• Select [3] for Mode
• Select [1] NORMAL CYCLE MODE
• Press count/clear on your key pad
• Self Check - Press enter and hold to display batch number and selected cycle mode.
• Insert wire for normal cycle mode
• Remove wire when cycle is completed
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STP Operation continued
TWO STAGE CYCLE
The TWO STAGE CYCLE is intended to break the STP’s stripping cycle into two separate stages; stage one is for cutting, stage two is removal. When the
cable is inserted, the first stage will thermally cut the insulation. When this stage is completed and the cable is removed, the cable can be inspected for a
complete cut, or the cable can be flexed to insure a complete cut has been achieved. When the cable is re-inserted into the STP, the slug is removed thus
completing stage two. Some insulations will require all material to be separated prior to the removal stage. Between the two stages the display will show
that the cable must be re-inserted to complete the cycle or the cycle may be terminated by pressing clear.
• To select a new cycle mode
Press PROGRAM/HIGH
Enter in the 3-digit security code
Note: All units are factory preset to a 3-digit security code of “ 111.” To make any changes in the Program Mode the security
code must be entered.
• The display will show
PRGM.
1 - Test
2 - Set
ENTER IN 3-DIGIT
SECURITY CODE
HIGH
—
3 - Mode
• Press [3] for mode
Clear_Esc
Press
• The display will show
[1] - Normal
[2] - Two Stage
[3] - Double Cut
Select [2] for Two Stage Mode
• Self Check - Press enter and hold to display batch number and selected cycle mode.
• Insert wire into wire port. Note: This stage will cut only the outer insulation.
• Remove cable from unit, inspect and possibly flex to insure all material has been separated to complete the cut.
• Re-insert wire into port to complete second stage. Note: Slug is removed in this stage.
• Remove wire from port.
DOUBLE CUT CYCLE
The DOUBLE CUT CYCLE is designed to make two cuts in the jacket and then remove the outer most slug while leaving the inner most slug in place to
protect the braid. The length of the inner slug can be selected. The total of the two slug sections is equal to the overall strip length value.
• To select a new cycle mode
PRGM.
ENTER IN 3-DIGIT
HIGH
Press PROGRAM/HIGH
Enter in the 3-digit security code
SECURITY CODE
—
Press
Note: All units are factory preset to a 3-digit security code of “ 111.” To make any changes in the Program Mode the security
code must be entered.
• The display will show
1 - Test
2 - Set
3 - Mode
Clear_Esc
• Press [3] for Mode
• The display will show
[1] - Normal
[2] - Two Stage
[3] - Double Cut
Select [3] for Double Cut
• Set Slug length for Double Cut 0.00 in. - The tenths digit will be blinking, when this value is entered, the hundredths place will blink. After the
hundredths place is entered the value is automatically entered. Due to the nature of the double cut cycle, some combinations of strip lengths and
slug lengths cannot be performed.
• Press Count/Clear on your key pad
• Self Check - Press enter and hold to display batch number and selected cycle mode.
Note: Slug length too long for strip length - This message appears on the screen when the cycle is triggered. The cycle will not run. When the
system receives a trigger, an audible tone will beep and the above message will continue to be displayed on the screen for two seconds. The system
then returns to the ready mode. In order to get a Double Cut cycle to run, one must increase the strip length or decrease the slug length until an
acceptable combination is reached. Min. 1.25 strip length.
• Insert wire for double cut cycle mode
• Remove wire when cycle is complete.
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STP Operation continued
Slug Removal
SINGLE CYCLE
The STP can be used to remove the slug without applying heat to the blades, if the insulation has already been severed.
This is accomplished by pressing “0” when the unit is in the “READY MODE”. The next cycle will run with zero heat and
act only as a slug removal machine. When this cycle is completed, the STP returns to the previous settings.
BATCH
ENTER
REPEATING CYCLE
When the heat value is set to “0” percent the unit will perform the slug removal cycle when activated. The unit remains in this mode until a non zero
heat value is selected.
Set Mode
• Press PROGRAM/HIGH
PRGM.
ENTER IN 3-DIGIT
SECURITY CODE
PRESS FOR CHOICE
• Enter in the 3-digit security code
NOTE: All units are factory preset to a 3-digit
security code of “ 111” . To make any changes
in the Program Mode the security code must be
entered.
HIGH
Press
—
1-TEST 2-SET CLR-ESC
Press
• Press
1 - Test
2 - Set
3 - Mode
Clear_Esc
• Select [2] - Set
When CLEAR is pressed during any branch of the program mode, the display returns to the beginning and no changes are made.
This flow chart shows the sequence of functions in the program mode indicating the keys to
press and the display screens with available options. The test mode shows the options for
testing sensors and solenoids.
Program
Enter Security Code
Main
Menu
1 Key
1-Test
2-Set
1-Blade home
2-Grip home sensor
3-Grip back sensor
4-Trigger sensor
5-Wire out sensor
6-Sensor test off
0 Key
1 Key
2 Key
3 Key
4 Key
5 Key
6 Key
7 Key
0-Test the sensors
Up
Dow n
1-Air blast
Up
Dow n
2-Pull cylinder
2 Key
Up
Dow n
3-Chute
1-Set strip length increment
2-Set security code
3-Units
4-Lock out
5-Count
Up
Dow n
4-Trigger
Up
Dow n
5-Rear grip
Up
Dow n
6-Front gri p
Up
Down
7-Wire gate
Up
Dow n
1-Full cycle
3 Key
4 Key
5 Key
3 Key
2-Half cycle
8-Blade rotation
8 Key
9 Key
3-Step manually
Up
9-Strip position
Dow n
1-Warning on
2-Warning off
3-Set limit
1- English
2- Metric
1-Lock on
2- Lock off
-Counter clockwise
-Clockwise
Up
Dow n
-Back
-Forward
4-Clear count
10-Beeper
Up
Dow n
11-Blade heat
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STP Operation continued
Set Mode
1—INCR 2—CODE 3—UNIT
4—LOCK OUT 5—COUNT
1 — STRIP LENGTH INCREMENT
SET STRIPLENGTH
INCREMENT 0 MM
SET STRIPLENGTH
INCREMENT 0.00 IN
This allows programming the strip length in increments by using the arrow keys to increase or decrease the length appearing on the display.
ENGLISH LENGTH MODE - (0.01 in. to 0.99 in.) The tenths position begins blinking. After the tenths digit is entered, the hundredth position blinks.
After the hundredth digit is entered the unit will automatically return to ready mode.
METRIC LENGTH MODE - (1 mm to 99 mm) Enter the increment length, 1mm to 9 mm, and press ENTER. Increment lengths of 10 mm to 99 mm
are automatically entered after being typed in.
2 — SECURITY CODE
ENTER NEW CODE
NEW CODE
=
Enter the new 3-digit code. CLEAR can be pressed any time during this process and the current 3-digit code is restored.
3 — SELECT UNITS (IN/MM)
SELECT
1—ENGLISH 2—METRIC
This allows the selection of English or metric units. Press [1] for English or [2] for metric.
4 — KEYBOARD LOCKOUT
LOCK OUT
1—LOCK ON 2—LOCK OFF
This allows locking out everything on the keyboard except for calling up batches and adjusting the strip length. Press [1] for lock on or [2] for lock off.
5 — COUNTS
There is an 8-digit counter that starts at 0 when the machine is built and counts every cycle. This counter is nonresettable. There is a 6-digit
counter that counts every cycle and is resettable.
[1] (Warning On) activates the “SERVICE MACHINE” warning
1—WARN ON 2—WARN OFF
that appears at the end of a cycle if the resettable count is equal to or
3—SET LIM 4—CLR CNT
above the limit that has been set.
[2] (Warning Off) disables the “SERVICE MACHINE” warning.
[3] (Set Service Limit) allows setting the limit of cycles to when the warning should go off (from 0 to 999999). This also is a reminder to
reset the count.
[4] (Clear Service Count) resets the count.
When the service count is reached a warning is flashed at the end of every cycle if the “warning on” is set.
The counts can be displayed during the ready mode by pressing and holding down COUNT. When the COUNT key is released, the display returns to
the ready to strip mode.
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STP Operation continued
Batching
Storing a Batch
• Press BATCH
PRGM.
HIGH
BATCH
ENTER IN 3-DIGIT
SECURITY CODE
ENTER IN BATCHING
NUMBER
ENTER
—
0
• Press PROGRAM
Press
Press
Press
• Enter the 3-digit security code
• Enter in the batch number for storage
• Press ENTER
All of the current inputs are then stored in this batch. Press CLEAR to exit to the ready mode.
Retrieving a Batch
BATCH
ENTER IN BATCHING
ENTER
• Press BATCH
• Enter in the batch number to be retrieved.
NUMBER
0
Press
Press
• Press ENTER
If the batch number is valid, tehe values of that batch are put in as the new setting and the machine resets itself. Press CLEAR to exit to the ready mode.
Batch Number Identification
From the ready mode depress and hold down the enter button.
On the top line the batch number will be displayed.
The display will read either:
BATCH #NNN (where NNN = the actual bach number)
or if batch is not currently running:
NO BATCH IS RUNNING
On the second line of the display the type of operating cycle is displayed.
One of the following three cycle types will be displayed.
NORMAL CYCLE
TWO STAGE CYCLE
DOUBLE CUT CYCLE
This status screen will be displayed until the enter button is released.
STP Service (Qualified personnel only)
The quantities listed are replacement parts needed per unit. The quantities needed depend upon machine usage.
Test Mode
This mode is used to test the systems sensor functional components. Each option is explained in next section.
• To select test mode
Press PROGRAM/HIGH
Enter in the 3-digit security code
USE UP AND DOWN KEYS
Press
or
0—TESTS THE SENSORS
• Display will show
1 - Test
2 - Set
3 - Mode
Clear_Esc
Press [0] to review the six options
Press [1] for test
0 — TEST THE SENSORS
This option tests any of the five sensors. Each of six options may be selected in the same manner as before. The six options are listed below.
1 — BLADE HOME SENSOR
(senses if the thermal blades are at home)
2 — GRIP HOME SENSOR
(senses if the pull cylinder is forward)
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STP Service continued
3 — GRIP BACK SENSOR
(senses if the pull cylinder is back)
4 — TRIGGER SENSOR
(senses if the trigger is being pressed)
5 — WIRE OUT SENSOR
(senses if the wire is out of the insertion hole)
6 — SENSOR TEST OFF
(turns all sensor tests off)
If a sensor test is enabled a tone sounds when the test conditions are present. When a sensor test is enabled all other sensor tests are disabled.
To return back to the test mode, press CLEAR. The sensor test will remain enabled when returning back to the test mode, but will be disabled
once the test mode is exited.
0 — TEST THE SENSORS
↑
↑
A list of options, 0 to 11, will appear on the display by using the [ ] and [ ] keys.
1 — AIR BLAST
(toggles the air blast on and off)
2 — PULL CYLINDER
(toggles the pull cylinder forward and back)
3 — CHUTE
(toggles the chute opened and closed)
4 — TRIGGER
(toggles the trigger up and down)
5 — REAR GRIP
(toggles the pull clamp opened and closed)
6 — FRONT GRIP
(toggles the front clamp opened and closed)
7 — WIRE GATE
(toggles the entry hole open and closed)
8 — BLADE ROTATION
This routine is used rotate the thermal blades around. This can be done in three ways.
1 — FULL (rotates the thermal blades a full cycle)
2 — HALF (rotates the thermal blades a half cycle around the wire and when the decimal point is pressed it will finish the cycle)
3 — STEP
↑
↑
[
[
] — CCW (by pressing the [ ] key the thermal blades rotate around in the counter clockwise direction)
↑
↑
] — CW (by pressing the [ ] key the thermal blades rotate around in the clockwise direction)
CLEAR — (the thermal blades are rotated back to home, one level back)
CLEAR — (pressing the CLEAR key a second time brings the thermal blades into a full home position and the program back to the test mode)
9 — STRIP POSITION
↑
[
[
] — BK (moves the set plate toward the back of the machine)
] — FWD (moves the set plate toward the front of the machine)
↑
CLEAR — (brings the program back to the test mode)
10 — BEEPER
(turns the beeper on and off. This will not work with a sensor test on)
11 — BLADE HEAT
(toggles the blade heat to the current heat setting)
Recommended Replacement Parts
The quantities listed are spare parts needed per unit. The quantities needed depend upon machine usage.
Name
Part No.
K-7763
LA2408
LA2414
Quantity Per Unit
Blade Set
1
2
6
Front Grip Pad
Rear Grip Pad
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Gripper Pad Replacement
The STP has two sets of grippers. The front grippers hold the wire while the rear grippers pull off the slug. Both sets of grippers have pads that require
periodic replacement.
NOTE: To replace pads press caps firmly in place, then use a small screwdriver to pop up the tops so they catch on the inner
shoulder of gripper.
REAR GRIP PAD ASSEMBLY
GRIPPER PIN HOLE
FLAT TABS MUST ALIGN
WITH GRIPPER PIN HOLE.
REAR GRIPPER
FRONT GRIPPER
Front Gripper Pad Replacement
1. Disconnect power
2. Disconnect air
3. Open case
4. Remove screw and top plate
5. Pull out the 2 gripper
pins. Remove screw and
pull plate and up to the
right to remove plate.
NOTE: Open case by removing screws,
pressing buttons and lifting lid.
NOTE: When closing the lid,
make sure all wires and air
hoses do not interfere.
6. Remove grippers.
7. Pull off old pads and replace with new set.
8. Replace grippers. Install left gripper pad on to cylinder adapter and replace grip pin. Locate right gripper and replace grip pin.
9. Replace top plate, screw and gripper pins.
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Rear Gripper Pad Replacement
1. Disconnect power
2. Disconnect air
6. Remove grippers. Stationary gripper slides straight out.
Movable gripper must be removed from cylinder adapter
and then slid straight out.
4. Move pull cylinder all
the way forward. This
allows removal of the
gripper pads toward the
rear.
3. Open case
Caution blades may be hot.
5. *Pull out grip pins.
Moveable gripper has 3
grip pins. Stationary
gripper has 1 pin.
A NEEDLE-NOSE PLIER
MAY BE USED TO
REMOVE THE PINS.
7. Replace pads. Refer to
diagram.
8. Replace grippers.
9. Replace pins.
10. Close case
MOVE TO RIGHT, THEN TO REAR
11. Connect power
12. Connect air
Tension Springs
Tension springs control the blade pressure on the cable insulation.
1. Disconnect power
2. Disconnect air
3. Open case
Caution: Blades may be hot.
4. Remove one end of spring from current spring post with needle nose pliers to the
desired position. Note: Be sure to rotate thermal head assembly area to adjust both
springs equally.
Low position – extruded insulation
Medium position – wrapped insulation
High position – wrapped insulation
5. Close case
6. Connect power
7. Connect air
Gripper Pins
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Blade Replacement
1. Electronically set strip length to 6". This moves the stop bar all the way back allowing more room to replace the blades.
2. Disconnect power. (rear gripper will retract all the way back).
3. Disconnect air.
4. Open lid. Note: Open lid by pressing button and lifting lid.
5. Unplug blade electrical connection and cut off connector (a new connector is supplied with replacement blade set).
CUT OFF CONNECTOR
6. Remove the two hold-down clamps.
7. Unplug the wire connection between the two blades
(inside silicone tube).
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Blade Replacement
9. Remove the four #4-40 10. Pull elements guiding
11. Reverse the process by feeding the new blade wires through the holes and
silicone tubes.
socket head screws
positioning blades.
lead wire through
holes.
12. Replace the four #4-40 socket head screws for positioning blades.
13. Connect the two short leads inside silicone tube.
14. Pass the two long leads through the long silicone tube and plug into its elec-
trical connection. NOTE: alignment of connector pin.
15. Check blade assembly to make sure it has free blade movement.
16. Close lid making sure all wires and air hoses do not interfere.
17. Connect air and power.
SILICONE TUBE NOT
SHOWN FOR CLARITY.
Connector
and socket
orientation
Replacement Blade set consists of:
1. Long lead top element
2. Short lead bottom element
3. Long silicone tube
Blade Set K-7763
4. Short silicone tube
3 - Long silicone tube
5. Connector
4 - Short silicone tube
5 - Connector
1 - Long lead-top element
2 - Short lead-bottom element
4
Pass tube
over lever
5
3
1
2
Front View
Rear View
Place tube
over lever
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CPU MODULE
CPU Module Replacement
The CPU Module (Central Processing Unit) and the Power Module are not field
repairable, they must be returned to IDEAL for service.
The CPU is located behind the faceplate on the inside of front lid.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect air.
3. Open front lid all the way so that it rests on top of rear cover.
4. Remove the six #8-32 button head screws from faceplate.
POWER MODULE
NOTE: When closing the lid, make sure
all wires and air hoses do not interfere.
6. Disconnect ribbon cable, 2 wire cable and
pull wires out of cover.
5. Lay module flat and remove the four screws from the
back of the CPU and lift cover off.
TWO WIRE CABLE
RIBBON CABLE
7. Replace cover and return entire module to IDEAL for
service.
8. Reverse process to replace module.
Power Module Replacement
The Power Module is attached to the top of rear cover.
1. Disconnect power.
5. Slide ribbon cable to side and remove module while disconnect-
ing the five plug-in electrical connections
2. Disconnect air.
3. Remove the five #8-32 button head screws from the rear panel
and remove rear panel.
4. Open lid and support Power Module while removing the four
#6-32 button head screws from top of rear cover.
6. Return entire module to IDEAL for service.
7. Reverse process to replace module.
REMOVE 4 SCREWS
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Preventative Maintenance
The STP requires very little maintenance aside from changing blades and
gripper pads.
Visually inspect threaded rods and guide rods. If they look dry, lubricate
with a light machine oil.
Remove slug debris from unit.
Replace nylon cable chains (2) as required.
OIL RODS WHEN DRY
Cleaning Your STP
Note: Disconnect power and air when cleaning the unit.
Clean front gripper pads and holder with rubber roller cleaner.
Clean rear gripper pads and holder with rubber roller cleaner.
Remove debrise from both front and the backside of the entry gate with a clean cloth.
Empty the lsug tray in a timely manner.
Clean the outside case of the STP with mild detergent.
Changing Slug Tray Location
The STP slug tray may be repositioned:
1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect air.
3. Do not invert machine or gripper pins might fall out.
4. Remove screw, move to opposite side.
5. Secure slug tray by replacing screw.
Tips and Trouble Shooting
Always disconnect power and air when servicing the unit. Please read the
Operation Manual thoroughly before attempting to
operate the STP.
SYMPTOM
RECOMMENDATIONS
SYMPTOM
RECOMMENDATIONS
• Unit does not turn on. ✔ Check electrical connections.
✔ Check electrical supply.
• Wire not cut completely. ✔ Check for proper HEAT setting.
✔ Check for proper SPEED setting.
✔ Check fuses.
✔ Check for proper blade movement.
• Unit does not cycle.
✔ Make sure unit is in ready mode.
✔ Check condition of blades. Replace if necessary.
✔ Check air supply and connections.
✔ Make sure cable is making contact with trigger.
✔ Check for proper. blade connections.
✔ Consult IDEAL for wire applications.
• Unit does not strip wire. ✔ Straighten wire to hit trigger.
✔ Check for proper control settings.
• Wire slips further into ✔ Check for proper PRESSURE setting.
machine when gripper ✔ Check front grip pads. Replace if worn.
✔ Consult IDEAL for wire applications.
✔ Check blade for proper heating.
attempts to pull off
slug.
✔ Axial cut of insulation may be required.
Consult IDEAL for wire application support.
• Slug does not pull off. ✔ Check for proper PRESSURE setting.
✔ Check air supply. Set at 100 PSI.
• Unit cycles repeatedly. ✔ Make sure slugs are not in contact with trigger
block.
✔ Check rear grip for slug debris.
✔ Check rear grip pads. Replace if worn.
✔ Check for proper strip length.
✔ Axial cut of insulation may be required.
Consult IDEAL for wire application support.
✔ Check for obstruction at trigger.
✔ Check and empty slug tray.
✔ Make sure slug is not in contact with trigger.
• Wire will not fit into unit. ✔ Straighten excessive curl in wire.
✔ Make sure unit is in ready mode.
✔ Check for obstruction in wire path.
✔ Check all grip pads for proper fit.
All of the cylinders, solenoids and sensors may be tested individually. Please
refer to the TEST section on page 10. Operate each individual component to
determine the status. Repair and or replace components as required.
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Warranty limited solely to repair or replacement; no warranty of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or consequential damages.
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IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
Becker Place, Sycamore, IL 60178 – 800-435-0705 in U.S.A.
Ajax, Ontario, L1S 2E1, Canada – 800-527-9105 in Canada
Form No. ND 3514-1
©2002 IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
Rev. 4/02
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