Sterling Plumbing Welder 882 0027600 User Manual

SDD Series Digital Dosing  
Additive Feeders  
Part Number: 882.00276.00  
Bulletin Number: BF3-600.2  
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Section 1: Introduction  
This User’s Manual is intended for use with the Digital Dosing Disc Additive Feeder. The  
feeder precisely meters and controls the addition of master batches, chemical additives, and  
regrinds to primary plastics. The Digital Dosing unit can meter both powder and granular  
material of various sizes. It can be used on extrusion, blow molding and injection molding  
machines. Depending on the application and throughput, two models are available: Single  
Station Digital Dosing Unit or Dual Station Digital Dosing Unit. See Figures 1 and 2. This  
manual covers the operation of both units.  
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Figure 1. Single Station Digital Dosing Unit  
(Shown with optional virgin supply hopper and controller mounting plate)  
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Figure 2. Dual Station Digital Dosing Unit  
(Shown with optional virgin supply hopper and controller mounting plate)  
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1.1 Controller  
The Digital Dosing additive feeder consists of a controller(s), dosing motor(s), and feeder(s).  
The controller is used to:  
Configure the unit to the desired process.  
Calibrate the feeder  
Run, monitor, and stop the dosing process  
Enter, recall, and run recipes  
Troubleshoot problems via error codes  
A keypad and LED display (see Figure 3) are used to enter, or change, data.  
The control system is switched on (position “1") with the On/Off switch. (A)  
The control system is operated through the keypad. (B)  
The individual operating modes are indicated by symbols. (C)  
Messages appear on a 5-digit LED display. (D)  
Figure 3. Keypad and LED Display  
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1.2 Keys and Symbols  
Recipe Storage/Recall: For saving, recalling or modifying recipes.  
Stop: Stops the continuous operation of the feeder. Will reset the totalizer  
showing metered amount of additive to zero if depressed for two seconds.  
Up-arrow: For increasing the set value in decimal increments.  
Down-arrow: For decreasing the set value in decimal increments.  
Arrow Key: For fast increasing/decreasing of the set value in larger increments.  
Must be pressed simultaneously with the up- or down-arrow.  
Run: Starts the continuous operation (LED is lit up) or calibration mode (LED  
flashes)  
Calibration Key: Switches from operation to calibration mode. LED flashes  
when calibration process has started.  
Input: Selects the next screen for the input of program parameters.  
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Symbols  
Lights when the run signal from the process machine is received by the Digital  
Dosing controller.  
During operation, lights when the disc is dosing material. During calibration and  
recipe input/viewing, lights when a calibration weight is input or viewed.  
(EXTRUSION ONLY) Lights when a screw speed signal is received from the  
extruder during proportional extrusion control (tracking, or following)  
Lights when an alarm occurs.  
Percent additive  
Kilograms  
Grams  
Pounds  
Minutes  
Seconds  
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Section 2: Quick Start-up  
Quick Start is intended to help you in starting up your Digital Dosing feeder quickly  
and easily. Please refer to the manual to go into greater detail.  
Unpacking:  
1. Unpack box, making sure all parts indicated on packing list are included.  
2. Check all parts and equipment for any damage sustained during shipment.  
3. If any damage is noted, contact manufacturer for replacement or service.  
4. Make sure the following are present before proceeding:  
; Power source 110 or 220 volt, single phase, 50 or 60 hertz (verify voltage on  
Serial Number tag  
; Proper mounting flange adapter for the feed throat  
; Dry (ZERO VOLTAGE) contact that closes during screw recovery of IMM  
; Gram scale to measure weight of additive material for calibration.  
Mounting:  
1. Mount the complete unit, including dosing hopper full of material, on the feed throat  
(may need an adapter for feed throat).  
2. Identify the motor drive connector (“Amp” connector-black) and connect to motor.  
3. Identify the communication cable (DB-9 plug-silver) and connect to DB-9 connector  
under motor drive assembly.  
4. Identify power cord and plug into appropriate outlet.  
5. INJECTION MOLDING: Identify the cycle/run cable (2-conductor cable-gray) for  
connection to a dry (ZERO VOLTAGE) contact that closes during the screw recovery  
cycle of the molding machine.  
6. EXTRUSION: Identify the input cable (2-conductor cable-gray) for connection to 0-10  
VDC or 0-20 mA signal that indicates speed (rpm) of the extruder.  
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Recipe Setup for Injection Molding:  
1. Turn power switch to ON position.  
2. Press Input  
3. Press Input  
to display # 1, “Additive %”. Using arrow keys, set additive ratio.  
to display #2, “Shot size of current mold”. Using arrow keys, set the  
total shot size (parts and runners) of the current mold capacity in grams/pounds.  
4. Press Input to display # 3, “Screw recovery time”. Using arrow keys, set the  
screw recovery time (in seconds).  
5. Press Input to display # 4, “Calibration weight for additive”. Enter the appropriate  
value from the range table below and proceed to calibration mode below for calibration  
of additive material.  
DD Discs  
Disc  
Calibration Number  
Range  
1.75  
DD 30-030672  
DD 30-051040  
DD 30-051725  
DD 30-051818  
5.00  
8.00  
15.00  
DT Discs  
Disc  
Calibration Number  
Range  
DT 30-101820  
DT 30-102025  
DT 30-203012  
DT 30-204010  
32.00  
38.00  
DP Discs  
100.00  
Disc  
Calibration Number  
175.00  
Range  
17.00  
8.00  
DP 30-050940  
DP 30-250940  
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Recipe Setup for Extrusion:  
1. Turn power switch to ON position.  
2. Press  
3. Press  
Input to display # 1, “Additive %”. Using arrow keys, set additive ratio.  
Input to display # 2, “Throughput of extruder”. Using arrow keys, set the  
total extruder throughput in g/min or lb/min.  
4. Press  
Input to display # 3, “Extruder screw speed”. Using arrow keys, set the  
extruder screw speed RPM expected during production.  
NOTE: For Extrusion - Constant operation, the above step will be skipped.  
5. Press Input to display # 4, “Calibration weight for additive”. Enter the appropriate value  
from the range table on page 9 and proceed to calibration mode below for calibration  
of additive material.  
Calibration:  
1. Press  
“Calibration” button to start this procedure. Display will show - - - -  
2. Place the plastic calibration cup on the scale and tare so that the weight of the cup  
(approx. 24 grams) is not calculated in the calibration procedure.  
3. Remove cover of the calibration box, secured by two 5 mm Allen screws, under the  
dosing disc assembly and insert plastic cup provided in top of dosing hopper.  
4. Press  
“Run” and the dosing disc turns 1/4 turn. This fills all pockets of dosing  
disc. Dump the dosed material back into the dosing hopper without weighing and  
replace plastic cup in calibration box.  
5. Press  
“Run” and the dosing disc turns 1 complete revolution. Remove the  
calibration cup with the material and place on the gram scale. Enter the weight on the  
scale into the controller  
cup.  
using the arrow keys. Empty and replace calibration  
6. Repeat step # 5 four more times, each time entering the new weight from the scale  
into the controller using the arrow keys. Sometimes the values won’t change, or  
sometimes they may only change by a few tenths of a gram. The controller keeps a  
running average of all calibration weights entered.  
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7. After all five samples have been completed; press “run” once more and this will save  
the calibration weight of the material to the recipe. The calibration light will go out and  
the screen will now show the total amount of additive dosed. The Digital Dosing feeder  
is now ready to begin operation.  
8. Please refer to “Operation Manual” for all supplementary information regarding  
general operation, cleaning/maintenance, and troubleshooting.  
9. Make sure that there is a virgin material supply setup to begin processing. If you do  
not have a loader or hopper for the virgin material, or if any of the above procedures  
did not work properly, please contact ACS Technical Support @ (800) 423-3183  
(8 AM - 5 PM) CST.  
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Basic Input Parameters for Digital Dosing Feeder with  
Injection Software (P1._ _ - Older units) or (P2._ _ - newer units)  
Hold Stop and Input buttons until “7” flashes  
- Enter the input number for the specific motor from the table below.  
- This value sets the impulses of the encoder.  
Manufacturer Motor Color RPM Input Number  
Bauer  
Bauer  
Bauer  
Bison  
Bison  
Bison  
Bison  
Blue  
Blue  
Blue  
Black  
Black  
Black  
Black  
6.4  
11.5  
35.5  
2
6
12  
11739  
6600  
2135  
65000  
25200  
14103  
4387  
38  
Press Input button  
- When “8” flashes, enter 0.7 for Blue Bauer motor.  
- Or, enter 0.5 for the black Bison or Colorblend S motor.  
- This value sets the nominal current for the motor.  
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Press Input button  
-When “9” flashes, enter the configuration value.  
- Please see the list: “Determining Configuration Value” for more information.  
Press Input button  
- When “10” flashes, enter 1 if a blue Bauer motor is intended for use.  
- If any another motor is intended for use, enter 0.  
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Press Input button  
- When “11” flashes, enter 50  
- This value is the minimum input frequency.  
Press Input button  
When “12” flashes, enter 5.56  
This value is the span factor.  
Press Input button  
When “13” flashes, enter the communication address.  
If Euromap17 is not intended to for use, enter 0.  
This value is the communication address. Only enter a value here if Euromap17  
report is in use.  
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Press Input button  
When “14” flashes, enter 220  
This value is for the material contents of the mixing hopper.  
Only in case of mounting on a micro mixing-hopper.  
Press Stop to exit parameters, “18” will flash, then it automatically returns to the totalizer  
screen  
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Basic Input Parameters for Colorblend C-150 with  
Extrusion Software (E1._ _ - Older units) or (E2._ _ - newer units)  
Hold Stop and Input buttons until “7” flashes  
- Enter the input number for the specific motor from the table below.  
- This value sets the impulses of the encoder.  
Manufacturer Motor Color RPM Input Number  
Bauer  
Bauer  
Bauer  
Blue  
Blue  
Blue  
6.4  
11.5  
35.5  
11739  
6600  
2135  
Bison  
Bison  
Bison  
Bison  
Black  
Black  
Black  
Black  
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6
12  
38  
65000  
25200  
14103  
4387  
Press Input button  
- When “8” flashes, enter 0.7 for blue Bauer motor.  
- Or, enter 0.5 for the black Bison or Colorblend S motor.  
- This value sets the nominal current for the motor.  
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Press Input button  
- When “9” flashes, enter the configuration value.  
- Please see the list: “Determining Configuration Value” for more information.  
Press Input button  
- When “10” flashes, enter 1 if a blue Bauer motor is intended for use.  
- If any another motor is intended for use, enter 0.  
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Press Input button  
- When “11” flashes, enter 50  
- This value is the minimum input frequency.  
Press Input button  
When “12” flashes, enter 10  
This value is the span factor.  
Press Input button  
When “13” flashes, enter the communication address.  
If Euromap17 is not intended to for use, enter 0.  
This value is the communication address. Only enter a value here if Euromap17  
report is in use.  
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Press Input button  
- When “14” flashes, enter 220  
- This value is for the material content of the mixing hopper.  
- Only in case of mounting on a micro mixing-hopper.  
Press Stop to exit parameters, “18” will flash, then it automatically returns to the totalizer  
screen.  
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Section 3: Initial Installation and Operation  
3.1 Initial Installation  
Hopper Piece  
Processing  
Machine  
Direction of Material Flow  
Figure 4. Digital Dosing Unit Assembly  
1. The Digital Dosing additive feeder is not affected by machine vibration, therefore best  
performance is achieved by mounting the unit directly to the feed throat of the molding  
machine or extruder (see Figure 4). The inlet into the process machine must be  
greater than 2” diameter; otherwise, an adapter might be necessary. If an adapter is  
necessary, it must be designed so that there are no edges where material can be  
trapped. The adapter must be smooth to promote even material flow. Consult factory  
for any special requirements.  
2. Optimum mounting of the Digital Dosing feeder is shown in Figure 4, with the additive  
being dosed on the first screw flights.  
3. The controller can be mounted on either side of the blender base to optimize operator  
interface. An optional remote mounting kit for the controller is available from the  
manufacturer to relocate the controller closer to the operator. The control unit must not  
be exposed to extreme heat (maximum temperature 45°C or 115°F) or excessive  
moisture.  
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4. Electrical connection to process machine:  
Injection Molding: Connect the cycle/run slave cable (thin two-conductor  
cable) to a set of DRY (NO VOLTAGE) contacts that CLOSE for the duration  
of screw recovery. See Figure 5, electrical diagram.  
J12-3  
J12-2  
Relay contact  
Injection molding  
Machine  
Digital Dosing controller  
(Electrical diagram of connections)  
Figure 5. Electrical Diagram  
Extrusion - Constant: Wire the cycle/run slave cable (thin two- conductor cable) to  
a set of DRY (NO VOLTAGE) contacts that CLOSE when the screw rotates. See  
Figure 5 for electrical diagram.  
Extrusion - Proportional: Wire the cycle/run slave cable to the extruder signal  
output that is proportional to the extruder speed. The signal output can be one of  
the following: 0-10 VDC or 0-20 mA. Please refer to the labels on the cycle/run  
slave cable for the correct input to avoid damaging the controller. Digital Dosing  
Additive Feeder should be configured from the factory for each specific input.  
See Figure 6 for analog inputs.  
NOTE: Voltage from Extruder needs to be isolated. Consult factory for other signal  
requirements. External signal converter may be required.  
NOTE: Zero input corresponds to zero screw speed and no additive dosing.  
Maximum input corresponds to maximum screw speed.  
NOTE: If a 0-10 kHz frequency input is used, it must be a square wave width and  
an amplitude of 12 VDC. The shape of the signal is important, especially  
above 7,000 Hz.  
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J12-4  
J12-3  
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0-10 VDC or 0-20 mA  
Extruder output  
Digital Dosing controller  
(diagram of analog inputs)  
Figure 6. Analog Inputs  
5. Make sure the unit is turned OFF before plugging it in. The switch toward the rear of  
the controller unit should be in the OFF, or “O” position. Standard operation voltage is  
110 or 220 VAC, 50/60 Hz, single-phase power. Special voltages are available, refer  
to voltage label on the feeder to determine the correct operating voltage.  
Extruder Follower Interface Signal Converter  
Isolating power sources and sensor signals is the most effective method for eliminating  
undesirable ground loop currents and induced electrical noise.  
To determine the correct signal convert to use:  
o Define whether a current (mA) or voltage (dc) signal from the extruder is  
available to utilize.  
o The range should be either be 0-20 mA or 0-10 VDC, respectively.  
o The controller has no specific requirement other than the signal being isolated  
and proportional to the speed of the extruder.  
Signal Converter with AC Power Supply  
Vendor:  
Order Designation: MCR-FL-C-UI-UI-DCI-24/230  
Supply Voltage: 20V to 253V AC/DC  
Phoenix Contact  
Input 4-20 mA, 0-10 VDC (Quantity: 1)  
Output 0-20 mA, 0-10 VDC (Quantity: 1)  
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Signal Converter with DC Power Supply  
This module requires a separate 24 VDC power supply.  
Vendor:  
Order Designation: MCR-FL-C-UI-2UI-DCI-NC  
Supply Voltage: 20 to 30V DC  
Phoenix Contact  
Input 4-20 mA, 0-10V (Quantity: 1)  
Output 0-20 mA, 0-10V (Quantity: 2)  
24 VDC Mini Power Supply  
A Phoenix Contact power supply for the Phoenix Contact signal conditioner listed above.  
Vendor: Phoenix Contact  
Order Designation: MINI-PS-100-240AC/24DC/1  
Please note that the data given here has been taken from Phoenix Contact's online catalog.  
For comprehensive information and data, please refer to the user documentation at  
3.2 Initial Operation  
The control system is factory-programmed. Nevertheless, specific values need to be  
predefined or checked prior to operation (basic parameter settings). The input values will be  
saved and will still be available if the unit is switched off, or a power failure occurs. Please  
refer to Appendix B for these values. Extrusion operations require a “span factor” to be  
entered into the basic settings. Please refer to Appendix B.  
Prior to putting your new Digital Dosing Additive Feeder on-line:  
You must enter a recipe and calibrate the feeder.  
Recipe parameters are different for Injection Molding, Extrusion - Constant,  
and Extrusion - Proportional operation. See each individual section for  
details.  
The calibration method is the same for all processes.  
Once the unit is online, recipes can be saved for later recall (10 maximum).  
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This section will show how to calibrate the unit, bring the unit on line, enter a  
recipe, and store and recall recipes.  
3.3 Injection Molding  
During each molding cycle the Digital Dosing unit doses the correct amount of additive evenly  
throughout the screw recovery cycle. The Digital Dosing unit determines the correct amount  
of additive from the recipe and automatically adjusts the duration and speed of dosing by  
measuring the molding machine screw recovery time each cycle.  
Recipe Input - Injection Molding  
To enter a recipe for injection molding, the following process data is required:  
Percentage of additive  
Total shot weight in grams (includes parts and runner system)  
Screw recovery time of the machine in seconds  
Calibration weight in grams  
Step 1:  
Press Input  
once.  
flashes.  
The LED symbol  
“1” will quickly flash on the display, before a number in the format xxx.xx  
comes up on the display.  
Enter the additive percentage by using the Arrow Keys  
.
(The range of values that can be entered is 0.01% to 50.00%. The arrow  
keys are used to change all process variables. The double arrow key allows  
the user to ramp up or down by larger increments.)  
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Step 2:  
Press Input  
again.  
The symbols “g,” or “lb”, “min” and the screw symbol flash.  
After the “2”quickly flashes on the display, a number in the format xx.xxx will  
come up on the display.  
Enter the shot weight using the arrow keys. The range of values that can be  
entered is 001.0 to 6500 grams (0.01 to 14.30 pounds).  
Step 3:  
“3” = screw recovery time in seconds  
Press Input  
a third time.  
The screw and “s” symbols flash.  
After “3” flashes quickly on the display, a number in the format xxx.xx will come  
up on the display.  
Enter the screw recovery time in seconds. This time represents the amount of  
time the molding machine screw is in recovery. This value is an estimate.  
The Digital Dosing unit measures the actual recovery time and automatically  
updates this value during operation. NOTE: The range of values that can be  
entered in this field is 2.00 to 99.99 seconds.  
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Step 4:  
“ 4 “ = calibration weight in grams or pounds  
Press Input  
a fourth time.  
The symbols “g” or “lb”and flash.  
After “4” quickly flashes on the screen, a number in the format xxxx.x will come  
up on the display.  
Enter the calibration weight in grams. If the calibration weight is unknown,  
enter “valve” from (section 5.7 knowing you Disc size) to obtain a starting  
weight.  
The range of values that can be entered in this field is 00.0 to 400.0.  
Please note: Parameters 5 and 6 will only be displayed when a mixer and or a  
printer is configured.  
Step 5:  
Press  
again and the symbol “s” will light up and the number “5” will be  
displayed if you have a blending unit and have invoked this option.  
After “5” flashes on the display, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up on  
the display.  
Enter the maintained running time of the blending unit in seconds using the  
arrow keys. This is how long the blender will run after each dosing cycle and  
should be adjusted for the best possible blend. Too little time may not produce  
good dispersion; too much time can cause separation, especially with heavy  
concentrates.  
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Step 6:  
Pressing  
again, will activate the printing option if it is available.  
After the “6” flashes on the screen, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up  
on the display.  
By using the arrow keys, you can choose your printer parameters.  
Step 7:  
1. Pressing  
again will first display the number “18” and then will display the total  
throughput in kilograms (totalizer).  
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Operation - Injection Molding  
1. Ensure that the unit is properly installed (Section 3.1), a recipe is entered  
(section 3.3.1), and the feeder is calibrated (Section 3.6), before attempting to  
begin operation.  
2. If desired, clear the totalizer by holding the Stop key (  
) continuously for five  
seconds until the display is reset to “00.00.”  
3. Place the Digital Dosing feeder into operation by pressing the Run key (  
).  
The green LED will light when the unit is ready to dose.  
or  
Start the molding machine. The Digital Dosing feeder will not dose material until the molding  
machine screw recovers. If the unit is installed properly, the process machine symbol  
will light on the controller during screw recovery. The disc symbol will light when the Digital  
Dosing unit is dosing material.  
The totalizer will increase after each cycle by the amount of material dosed.  
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To stop the dosing process, press  
.
While the unit is dosing, the current recipe can be viewed, but not modified by pressing  
. The recovery time displayed in the current recipe is the average of the last five  
shots measured from the molding machine. To change the recipe, the unit must be taken  
off line by pressing the stop key. The run LED will then go out.  
NOTE: See Appendix A, Troubleshooting, for information on problems or errors  
encountered and their resolution.  
3.4 Extrusion – Constant (Standard)  
In Extrusion Constant operation, the Digital Dosing unit doses material at a constant rate that  
does not change with extruder speed. The dosing process begins at the startup of the  
extruder. How close the actual extruder speed is to the input recipe will determine the  
accuracy of the blend. If the process requires the additive to be dosed in proportion to  
the process speed, then the Digital Dosing unit must be configured for Extrusion  
Proportional operation (go to Section 3.5).  
Recipe Input – Extrusion - Constant  
To enter a recipe for Extrusion Constant, the following process data is required:  
Percentage of additive  
Total throughput rate of the extruder during production  
Calibration weight in grams  
Step 1:  
Press  
once.  
The  
symbol will flash.  
After “1” flashes on the screen, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up on  
the display.  
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Enter the additive percentage by using the Arrow Keys  
. The  
range of values that can be entered is 0.01 to 50.00%. The arrow keys are  
used to change all process variables. The double arrow key allows the user to  
ramp up or down at a faster rate.  
Step 2:  
or  
Press  
again.  
The symbols “g,” or “lb”, “min”, and  
flash.  
After “2” flashes quickly on the display, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up on  
the display.  
Enter the total extruder throughput in grams per minute or pounds per minute. The  
range of values that can be entered is 001.0 to 6500 grams per minute (00.01 to 14.30  
lb/m).  
Extrusion Constant, parameter “3” is skipped.  
Step 3:  
“ 4 “ = calibration weight in grams or pounds  
Press  
a third time.  
The machine displays a flashing , “g” or “lb” and a number “4”flashes on the display  
After the “4” flashes on the display, a number in the format xxxx.x will come up.  
Enter the calibration weight in grams. If the calibration weight is unknown, enter  
the appropriate “value” from Section 2, based on your disc size, to obtain a  
starting weight.  
The range of values that can be entered in this field is 00.00 to 400.0.  
Note: Parameters 5 and 6 will only be displayed when a mixer and  
or a printer is configured.  
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Step 4:  
Press  
again and the symbol “s” will light up and the number “5” will be  
displayed if you have a blending unit and have invoked this option.  
After “5” flashes on the display, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up on  
the display.  
Enter the maintained running time of the blending unit in seconds using the  
arrow keys. This is how long the blender will run after each dosing cycle and  
should be adjusted for the best possible blend. Too little time may not produce  
good dispersion; too much time can cause separation, especially with heavy  
concentrates.  
Step 5:  
Press  
again. This will activate the printing option if it is available and the number  
“6” will be displayed.  
After the “6” flashes on the screen, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up on the  
display.  
By using the arrow keys, you can choose your printer parameters. If you have not  
activated this option, skip to the next step.  
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Step 6:  
6. Press  
again.  
7. The number “18” will be displayed before the total throughput in kg is displayed.  
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Operation – Extrusion - Constant  
1. Ensure that the unit is properly installed (Section 3.1), a recipe is entered (Section  
3.4.1), and the feeder is calibrated (Section 3.6), before attempting to begin  
operation.  
2. If desired, clear the totalizer by pressing  
display is reset to “00.00.”  
continuously for 5 seconds until the  
3. Place the Digital Dosing unit into operation by pressing  
. The green LED will  
light when the unit is ready to dose, but the Digital Dosing unit will not feed until  
the extruder begins operation.  
4. Start the extruder. The Digital Dosing unit will begin dosing material as soon as  
the extruder starts. If the unit is installed properly, the process machine symbol  
will light on the controller when the extruder starts. The disc symbol will  
light when the Digital Dosing unit is dosing material.  
5. To stop the dosing process while the extruder is operating, press  
. The  
Digital Dosing unit will automatically stop dosing when the extruder stops.  
6. While the unit is dosing, depending on software revision, the current recipe can be  
viewed but not modified, by pressing  
. In some software versions, the  
percent additive can be changed while the unit is dosing.  
NOTE: See Appendix A, Troubleshooting, for information on problems or errors  
encountered and their resolution.  
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3.5 Extrusion – Proportional (Extruder Follower Option)  
Recipe Input – Extrusion Proportional  
To enter a recipe for Extrusion Proportional, the following process data is required:  
Percentage of additive  
Expected throughput of the extruder during production  
Extruder screw speed during production  
Calibration weight in grams  
Step 1:  
Press the Input key,  
The symbol flashes.  
, once.  
After “1” flashes quickly on the display, a number in the format xxx.xx will come  
up on the display.  
Enter the additive percentage by using the Arrow Keys  
. The  
range of values that can be entered is 0.01% to 50.00%. The arrow keys are  
used to change all process variables. The double arrow key allows the user to  
ramp up or down at a faster rate.  
Step 2:  
or  
Press  
again.  
The machine displays a flashing “g” or “lb”, a flashing “min” and  
.
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After “2” flashes quickly on the display, a number in the format xxx.xx will come  
up on the display.  
Enter the expected extruder throughput during production in grams per minute  
or pounds per minute. The range of values that can be entered is 001.0 to  
6500 grams per minute (00.01 to 14.30 lb/m).  
Step 3:  
Press  
a third time.  
The machine displays a flashing screw  
.
After “3” flashes quickly on the display, a number in the format xxx.xx will come  
up on the display.  
Enter the extruder screw speed (rpm) corresponding to the throughput entered  
in step 2.  
Step 4:  
“ 4 “ = calibration weight in grams or pounds  
Press  
a fourth time.  
The machine displays a flashing and “g”.  
After “4” flashes quickly on the screen, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up  
on the display.  
Enter the calibration weight in grams. If the calibration weight is unknown,  
enter the appropriate “value” from Section 2, based on your disc size, to  
obtain a starting weight.  
Upon completion of the calibration procedure, the calibration weight will  
automatically be updated into the recipe. The range of values that can be  
entered in this field is 00.00 to 400.0.  
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Please note: Parameters 5 and 6 will only be displayed when a mixer and or a  
printer is configured.  
Step 5:  
Press  
again and the symbol “s” will light up and the number “5” will be  
displayed if you have a blending unit and have invoked this option.  
After “5” flashes on the display, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up on  
the display.  
Enter the maintained running time of the blending unit in seconds using the  
arrow keys. This is how long the blender will run after each dosing cycle and  
should be adjusted for the best possible blend. Too little time may not produce  
good dispersion; too much time can cause separation, especially with heavy  
concentrates.  
Step 6:  
Press  
again. This will activate the printing option if it is available and the number  
“6” will be displayed.  
After the “6” flashes on the screen, a number in the format xxx.xx will come up on the  
display.  
By using the arrow keys, you can choose your printer parameters. If you have not  
activated this option, skip to the next step.  
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Step 7:  
Press  
a fifth time to return to the totalizer.  
Operation – Extrusion – Proportional (Extruder Follower Option)  
; Ensure that the unit is properly installed (Section 3.1)  
; A recipe is entered (“Recipe Input-Extrusion Proportional” Section )  
; The feeder is calibrated (Section 3.6), before attempting to begin operations.  
1. If desired, clear the totalizer by pressing  
the display is reset to “00.00.”  
continuously for 5 seconds until  
2. Place the Digital Dosing unit into operation by pressing the Run key (  
).  
The green LED will light when the unit is ready to dose, but will not feed until  
the extruder begins operation.  
3. Start the extruder. The Digital Dosing unit will begin dosing material as soon as  
the extruder starts. If the unit is installed properly, the process machine symbol  
will light on the controller when the extruder starts. The disc symbol will  
light when the Digital Dosing is dosing material  
4. To stop the dosing process while the extruder is operating, press  
. The  
Digital Dosing unit will automatically stop dosing when the extruder stops.  
5. While the unit is dosing, depending on software revision, the current recipe can  
be viewed but not modified, by pressing  
. In some software versions, the  
percent additive can be changed while the unit is dosing. The actual extruder  
screw speed will be displayed in the third recipe register.  
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3.6 Calibration  
All feeders must be calibrated before any blending recipes can run using the Digital Dosing  
additive feeder.  
NOTE: The calibration weight (metered material weight for one revolution of the  
dosing disc) must be determined separately for each material to be dosed  
since calibration weight differs from material to material.  
The following equipment is needed for calculating the calibration weight:  
Scale with a minimum accuracy of 0.01 grams  
The weighing container which is included in the equipment delivery  
Follow these procedures:  
1. Remove one of the square covers and insert the calibration container provided.  
2. Fill the dosing hopper with a minimum of six (6) inches of material.  
3. Note weight of weighing container (= tare weight) or tare scale to zero  
NOTE: The Digital Dosing station may only be operated if all sample chutes are in  
place or a collecting bin is in the calibration box.  
Determining the Calibration Weight  
Step 1:  
To start the calibration process, press the calibration key.  
Step 2:  
Once the sample container is in position, press  
.
The disc will rotate 1/4 revolution and dispense material into the sample  
container. After the disc stops, the screen will remain blank.  
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This sample should be returned to the material hopper without weighing.  
This sample is used only to ensure that all disc pockets are completely filled.  
Replace container in calibration box (or under material outlet tube)  
Step 3:  
Press  
to take a sample for weighing.  
The disc will rotate one full revolution. After the disc has stopped rotating, a  
number in the format “xx.xx” will appear on the screen along with a flashing  
and “g.”  
Step 4:  
Enter the weight, in grams using the Arrow Keys  
Empty and replace weighing container in calibration box (or under material  
outlet tube)  
Step 5:  
Repeat steps 3 and 4 four (4) more times.  
Notice that the displayed calibration weight may change after each sample  
weight is entered.  
The value is an average of all the weights entered. No calculations are  
required. It can happen that the calculated speed is either too high or low  
causing alarm A0009. Check the recipe and settings and modify if  
necessary.  
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Step 6:  
After the fifth calibration sample press “ RUN “ the controller will  
automatically finish the calibration cycle and be ready to run. The following are  
methods used to interrupt the calibration cycle.  
Pressing the stop button will stop proportioning and not accept the  
calibration weight.  
Pressing the calibration button will stop proportioning and accept the  
calibration weight.  
NOTE: It is normal for calibration weights to vary slightly from sample to  
sample.  
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Section 4: Advanced Operations/ Control Functions  
4.1 Recipe Storage and Recall  
A maximum of ten (10) recipes can be stored and retrieved with the Digital Dosing controller  
in the Recipe Storage/Recall mode. Recipes are stored using a two-digit identification  
number. Pressing  
at any time will exit the Recipe Storage/Recall mode.  
Recipe Storage  
To store the current recipe:  
Step 1:  
Press the Recipe Storage/Recall key (  
). A two-digit number (01 through 10) will  
appear on the screen. This is the recipe I.D. number.  
Step 2:  
Use the Arrow keys  
to select the desired recipe number.  
NOTE: A new recipe stored under the ID number of an existing recipe will overwrite  
the existing recipe number without warning.  
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Step 3:  
or  
Press and hold the button  
until the totalizer display returns to the screen.  
The recipe is now stored under the selected ID number.  
Recipe Recall  
Step 1:  
or  
Press the stop button to stop any current applications.  
Step 2:  
Press the Storage/Recall key (  
) once.  
A two-digit recipe ID number will appear on screen.  
Step 3:  
Use the Arrow Keys  
to select the desired recipe number.  
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Step 4:  
Press and hold  
until the totalizer appears on the screen.  
The recipe is now active and can be run or edited.  
NOTE: The recalled recipe now becomes the active recipe.  
4.2 Clearing the Totalizer  
The totalizer displays the total amount of additive dosed since the last time  
the totalizer was cleared.  
The totalizer can be cleared by pressing Stop  
continuously for 5  
seconds until the display is reset to “00.00.” The totalizer can be configured  
to read throughput in grams or pounds.  
See Appendix A to learn how to change the unit of measure.  
4.3 Acknowledging Alarms  
When an alarm occurs, the Alarm symbol  
process stops.  
flashes red and the dosing  
If the Digital Dosing is equipped with an audible alarm or flashing light, it will  
also be activated.  
Alarms are acknowledged by pressing  
.
The alarm will also initiate an error code.  
See Appendix A for Troubleshooting suggestions for various alarms.  
The alarm condition must be corrected prior to beginning operation again.  
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4.4 Optional Equipment, Level Switches and Communications  
Options  
Optional equipment for the Digital Dosing Additive Feeder includes:  
Alarms  
Several alarm options are available for the Digital Dosing feeder. The standard unit comes  
with a flashing alarm symbol  
on the faceplate. Options include both audible horns and  
flashing lights. An optional no voltage alarm relay can be connected to the user’s central  
alarm system.  
Level switches (probes)  
To adjust the level switches:  
1. Turn the controller ON.  
2. Fill the dosing station until the level sensor is one-third covered.  
3. Remove the small plastic screw (M3) on the back of the level sensor (see  
Figure 7).  
LED Yellow (Station)  
on: Station Filled  
LED Green (Level Probe)  
on: Power Supply Available  
off: Power Supply Not Available  
off: Station Emptied  
npn: Normally Closed  
pnp: Normally Open  
npn: Normally Open  
pnp: Normally Closed  
1
0
Blind Lid  
Protective Screw  
Trim-pot with  
Plastic Screw M3  
Cable  
Level Probe  
Figure 7. Level Sensor Screw  
4. Turn the trim-pot until the yellow control lamp just switches off.  
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NOTE: Turning the trim-pot to the left decreases the switching sensitivity; turning it  
to the right increases the switching sensitivity.  
5. Fill the dosing station until the level probe is two-thirds covered. The yellow  
control lamp should now switch on again. If not, repeat Step 4.  
6. Reinstall the plastic screw (M3).  
NOTE: The sliding switch under the cover must be set on “0”.  
Communication Protocol Interfaces  
The Digital Dosing unit can be controlled remotely through the EUROMAP E17 or MODBUS  
RTU protocol. Contact Sales and Service concerning this option at 810.720.7300.  
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Section 5: Maintenance  
5.1 Maintenance Intervals  
Check warning signs on equipment for good legibility  
and completeness.  
Daily:  
Check function of the “On/Off” Switch.  
Weekly:  
Check shear plate in “DD” dosing station, and wiper in  
“DT” dosing station.  
Every 3  
months:  
Check that all electrical and mechanical connections  
are tight.  
Every 6  
months:  
Check adjustment of the level probes (optional).  
Check dosing disc in dosing station DD/DT.  
Clean the dosing station.  
Annually:  
Each time  
after  
material  
Is changed:  
Check shear plate or wiper.  
Check dosing disc.  
5.2 Removing the Shear plate (DD feeder only)  
Removing the shear plate  
1. Empty the dosing  
station.  
2. Open the profile clamp  
(B) on the dosing  
hopper.  
3. Remove the dosing  
hopper from the dosing  
unit.  
4. Open the safety screws  
at the toggle-type  
fasteners.  
5. Open the toggle-type fasteners on the dosing motor.  
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6. Remove the dosing unit from the dosing motor.  
7. Remove the cover from the connecting piece (D).  
8. Loosen the two screws (C) on the underside of the dosing unit housing (E).  
9. Remove the shear plate (A).  
Installing the shear plate  
1. Place the new shear plate in the dosing unit housing.  
2. Ensure that the shear plate is positioned correctly.  
3. Screw the shear plate in place by means of 2 hexagon socket screws (M5 x 16).  
4. Turn the dosing disc to check for smooth movement.  
5. Mount the cover on the connecting piece.  
6. Position the dosing unit on the dosing motor (note guide pins).  
7. Close the toggle-type fasteners on the dosing motor.  
8. Mount the safety screws.  
9. Position the dosing hopper on the dosing unit.  
10. Mount the profile clamp.  
11. Mount the screw at the profile clamp.  
5.3 Cleaning the “DD” Digital Dosing Station  
Dismantling the Dosing Station  
1. Empty the dosing station.  
2. Switch the control unit off by means  
of the on/off switch.  
3. Disconnect from main voltage.  
4. Open the profile clamp on the  
dosing hopper.  
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5. Remove the dosing hopper from the dosing unit.  
6. Dismantle the dosing unit and remove the shear plate (D).  
7. Loosen the two hexagon socket screws (B, M6 x 30) on the top side of the dosing disc  
(A).  
8. Loosen the center hexagon socket screw (C, M6 x 12) and replace by an M6 x 60  
screw.  
9. Lift the dosing disc (A) from the  
dosing unit housing (B) by this  
screw.  
10.Clean the shear plate using a  
cotton cloth.  
11.Clean the dosing hopper and  
the dosing disc in soapy water.  
12.The dosing unit housing may  
also be cleaned with soapy  
water.  
13.Ensure that soapy water does  
not enter ball bearings.  
14.Dry all parts thoroughly.  
Installing the Dosing Station  
1. Place the dosing disc in the dosing unit housing.  
2. Remove the screw (M6 x 60).  
3. Screw the dosing disc in place by means of 2 hexagon socket screws (M6 x 30).  
4. Mount the center hexagon screw (M6 x 12).  
5. Install the shear plate and then the dosing unit.  
6. Turn the dosing disc to check for smooth movement.  
7. Position the dosing hopper on the dosing unit.  
8. Tighten the profile clamp.  
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5.4 Changing the Dosing Disc in the “DT” Digital Dosing Station  
Removing the Dosing Disc  
1. Empty the dosing station.  
2. Switch the control unit off by means of the on/off switch.  
3. Dismantle the dosing unit and remove the shear plate.  
4. Loosen the two hexagon socket screws (M6 x 30) on the top side of the dosing  
disc.  
5. Loosen the center hexagon socket screw (M6 x 12) and replace by a M6 x 60  
screw.  
6. Lift the dosing disc from the dosing unit housing by this screw.  
Installing the Dosing Disc  
1. Change and place the dosing disc in the dosing unit housing.  
2. Remove the screw (M6 x 60).  
3. Screw the dosing disc in place by means of 2 hexagon socket screws (M6 x  
30).  
4. Mount the center hexagon socket screw (M6 x 12).  
5. Install the shear plate and then the dosing unit.  
6. Turn the dosing disc to check for smooth movement.  
7. Position the dosing hopper on the dosing unit.  
8. Tighten the profile clamp.  
See Appendix D: Spare Parts List on page 61 for disc part numbers.  
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Installing Different Types of Dosing Discs  
Dosing discs of the same type, and thickness (72 pocket), may be exchanged for each other  
without any problems. If dosing discs with a different compartment number or thickness are  
installed, this has to be entered in the control system!  
DD Discs  
Disc  
Calibration Number of  
Number  
1.75  
pockets  
72  
DD 30-030672  
DD 30-051040  
DD 30-051725  
DD 30-051818  
5.00  
40  
8.00  
25  
15.00  
18  
1. Enter the (preliminary) calibration value of the newly installed dosing disc  
2. Execute “calibration” to determine the final calibration value.  
5.5 Removing / Replacing the Wiper in the DT Dosing Station  
1. Empty the dosing station.  
2. Open the profile clamp (C) of the  
dosing container.  
3. Remove the profile clamp (C)  
4. Remove the dosing container (B)  
along with the dosing hopper (A).  
5. Loosen the 3 plastic screws on  
the wiper.  
6. Remove the wiper and holding  
plate.  
7. Install the new wiper along with  
the holding plate.  
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8. Tighten down the 3 plastic screws. Make sure that the wiper is fitted parallel to the  
dosing plate (Use only plastic screws to avoid damage to the extruder or  
molding machine screw should the mounting screws ever come loose.)  
9. Install the dosing container along with the dosing hopper on the dosing housing  
(pay attention to the guide pins).  
10. Mount the profile clamp.  
11. Mount the screw at the profile clamp.  
5.6 Cleaning the DT Dosing Station  
1. Empty the dosing station.  
2. Switch the control unit off by means of  
the on/off switch.  
3. Disconnect from mains voltage.  
4. Open the profile clamp (C) of the  
dosing container.  
5. Remove the profile clamp (C).  
6. Remove the dosing container (B)  
along with the dosing hopper (A).  
7. Open the safety screws at the toggle-  
type fasteners.  
8. Open the toggle-type fasteners.  
9. Remove the dosing housing (D) from  
the mixing hopper.  
10. Clean the dosing housing (D) with a paintbrush.  
11. Clean the dosing container (B) and the dosing hopper (A) in soapy water.  
12. Dry all parts thoroughly.  
13. Mount the dosing housing onto the dosing motor.  
14. Observe that the guide pins are locked into position.  
15. Close the toggle-type fasteners.  
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16. Mount the safety screws.  
17. Install the dosing container along with the dosing hopper on the dosing housing  
(pay attention to the guide pins).  
18. Mount the profile clamp.  
19. Mount the screw at the profile clamp and tighten.  
5.7 Exchangeable Stations  
Dosing discs of the same type may be exchanged for each other without any problems. If  
dosing discs with a different compartment number are installed, this has to be entered in the  
control system.  
1. Enter the (preliminary) calibration value of the freshly installed dosing disc  
DT Discs  
Disc  
Calibration Number of  
Number  
32.00  
Pockets  
DT 30-101820  
DT 30-102025  
DT 30-203012  
DT 30-204010  
20  
25  
12  
10  
38.00  
100.00  
175.00  
DP Discs  
Disc  
Calibration Number  
Disc  
Number  
of  
Pockets  
40  
Thickness  
DP 30-050940  
17.00  
8.00  
0.5 mm  
2.5 mm  
DP 30-250940  
40  
2. Execute “calibration” to determine the final calibration value.  
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5.8 Replacing Fuses  
1. Stop the continuous operation.  
2. Wait until the dosing unit has stopped.  
3. Switch off the device with the on/off switch.  
4. Cut off the voltage supply.  
5. Wait at least one minute before starting to work at the unit or controller.  
6. Never try to repair a  
defective fuse.  
7. Open the screws  
(A) and remove the  
lid (B).  
8. Remove the blind  
lid (C) and open the  
screws.  
9. Move the lid (D)  
aside.  
10. Remove the defective fuse from the fuse carrier.  
11. Install the new fuse (while observing the value).  
12. Mount the lid (D).  
13. Fasten the screws and the blind lids (C).  
14. Mount the lid (B).  
15. Mount the screws (A).  
See Appendix D for fuse part numbers.  
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting  
During setup and use of the Digital Dosing Additive Feeder, personnel may experience  
difficulties. Some of the problems encountered may be resolved using the following  
techniques.  
A.1 General Troubleshooting - Unit Will Not Operate  
Check all connections and process wiring. Note that the process machine input MUST  
be wired to a DRY contact for Injection Molding (Section 3.1) and Extruder - Constant  
Applications (Section 3.1). For Extrusion - Proportional Applications (Extruder  
Follower OPTION) see Section 3.5.  
Ensure the correct Configuration Codes have been entered to configure the Digital  
Dosing unit for the process and installation, see Section 2.  
A.2 Malfunctions - Error Codes  
When a malfunction or error occurs, the controller displays the Alarm symbol  
and an  
error code. The code consists of an “A,” followed by an error number. The control unit will  
not operate until the malfunction or error has been corrected. To acknowledge and clear the  
alarm, press the Stop key (  
dosing operations.  
). Once the malfunction is corrected, press  
to begin  
NOTE: Stop  
will not correct a malfunction or error.  
Following is a table with the error codes, possible reasons for each code, and solutions to the  
problems presented.  
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ERROR CODES  
Code  
A001  
A002  
Definition  
Strap “safety switch” is missing.  
The nominal current of the dosing motor Dosing motor defective or jammed.  
Possible Reason/Solution  
Manufacturer Service.  
(=100%, see name plate) is being  
exceeded for more than 2 seconds by  
30% or for a maximum of 0.5 seconds  
by 80%.  
Check the dosing motor and exchange it  
if necessary. Check whether the dosing  
disc is jammed by material and remove  
the material if necessary.  
A003  
The nominal current of the dosing motor Dosing motor defective or jammed.  
(=100%, see name plate) is being  
exceeded for more than one minute.  
Check the dosing motor and exchange it  
if necessary. Check whether the dosing  
disc is jammed by material and remove  
the material if necessary.  
A004  
A005  
Excess temperature. The temperature  
within the controller housing is > 85°C  
Check whether the cooling plate at the  
back of the controller is sufficiently  
cooled down. Use fan if necessary.  
The encoder (pulse generator) does not If dosing motor does not turn, check  
emit any pulses for approximately 2  
seconds.  
whether the dosing disc is jammed by  
material and remove the material if  
necessary. If disc is free, check the  
dosing motor, exchange if necessary. If  
motor operates, but alarm persists,  
check speed encoder output. Replace as  
necessary.  
A006  
For approximately 4 seconds, there is a Defect at the dosing motor. Check  
deviation of the motor speed of more  
than 20% from the nominal rotational  
speed.  
dosing motor, exchange if necessary.  
Check whether the dosing disc is  
jammed by material and remove the  
material if necessary. Power supply part  
or control out of order. Manufacturer  
Service.  
A007  
A008  
A009  
Dosing motor stops or doesn’t work.  
Brake at the dosing motor out of order.  
Control system out of order.  
Manufacturer service.  
The screw retract time of the processing The unit cannot be operated in  
machine is shorter than 0.1 seconds.  
combination with this processing  
machine.  
Check basic parameter settings and  
recipe, modify if necessary. May require  
changing to different sized dosing disc.  
The calculated speed of the motor is  
either too high or too low.  
A0010 The feed station is not able to meter the Check basic parameter setting and  
desired recipe.  
recipe, modify if necessary. May require  
changing to different sized dosing disc.  
Refill Material.  
A0011 The raw material probe is not covered  
A0012 The additive probe is not covered.  
Refill material.  
A0014 Power failure interrupted run cycle.  
A0015 EEPROM data loss, EEPROM not  
programmed.  
Clear alarm after power restored.  
Manufacturer Service.  
A0016 No communication between HOST and Check cable fittings. Manufacturer  
unit.  
Service.  
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A.3 Determining the Software Setup Factor  
The Digital Dosing control unit is configured via a Software Setup Factor (binary code). To  
determine the Software Setup Factor answer the following questions: If the answer is “yes”  
enter the code number in the selection column. If the answer is “no” enter “0” in the selection  
column. When all the questions have been answered and the selection column is completed,  
add up the total for the selection column. The total is the Software Setup Factor.  
A.4 Recipe Formulas  
The following formulas can be used to determine if a recipe is appropriate or possible.  
Injection Molding  
For injection molding applications, compute the dosing disc speed and total number of disc  
revolutions using the following formulas. Recipe limitations are listed in the table following  
the equations.  
(Shot Weight - g) x (Additive - %) x 0.6  
Disc RPM =  
(Disc Calibration Weight - g) x (Recovery Time - s)  
(Shot Weight - g) x (Additive - %) x 0.01  
Disc Revolutions per Shot =  
(Disc Calibration Weight - g)  
Recipe Limitations for Injection Molding  
Motor Assembly Speed (rpm)  
Maximum  
Number of Disc Revolutions  
Speed (rpm)  
11.5  
11.5  
35.5  
4.6  
14.8  
35.5  
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Extrusion  
For extrusion applications compute the dosing disc speed using the following formula.  
Recipe limitations are listed in the table following the recipe.  
( Additive - %) x (Total Extruder Throughput - lb / hr)  
Disc RPM =  
13.22 x (Disc Calibration Weight - g)  
Recipe Limitations Extrusion  
Motor Assembly Speed (RPM)  
Maximum  
Speed (RPM)  
11.5  
11.5  
35.5  
35.5  
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Appendix B: Basic Parameter Settings  
Extrusion Mode:  
You need an extruder signal that is proportional to the extruder speed to operate in the  
Extrusion - Proportional mode. You can use any of the following:  
Frequency signal (must be 12 VDC square wave)  
0 - 10 VDC signal  
0 - 20 mA current signal  
Determine the frequency output in the lower working area (A) of the extruder. Record the  
data. Min. input frequency = __________ Hz  
Determine the frequency output in the upper working area (B) of the extruder. Record the  
data.  
Max. input frequency = __________ Hz  
If a voltage signal is available (0 - 10 VDC) calculate the frequency output of the extruder for  
the lower / upper working area using the formula:  
Frequency [Hz] = Input voltage [V] x 10000 [Hz]  
10 [V]  
Note the data:  
Min. input frequency = __________ Hz  
Max. input frequency = __________ Hz  
If a current signal is available (0 - 20 mA) calculate the frequency output of the extruder for  
the lower / upper working area using the formula:  
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Frequency [Hz] = Input current [mA] x 10000 [Hz]  
20 [mA]  
Note the data:  
Min. input frequency = __________ Hz  
Max. input frequency = __________ Hz  
Calculate the span factor using the formula:  
Span factor [Hz / rpm] =  
Frequency [Hz]____________  
Rotational speed of the extruder [rpm]x 10  
Note the data:  
Span factor = __________  
Determining the Configuration Value  
Extrusion (Constant or Proportional):  
Mark the functions required. Use the numerical value indicated and insert it in the empty field  
if applicable. Total the figures for configuration value.  
Optional raw material level probe installed . . ................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..1  
Optional additive level probe installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................ . . . . . . . . . ..2  
Optional blending unit installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............... . .. 8  
Totalizer displayed in lb (kg default) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................ 16  
Extruder throughput (1 kg-6.5 Kg/min) . . . . . .(2.2 lbs/min-14.3 lbs/min) ……..0  
Extruder throughput (10 kg-65 kg/min)……….(22 lbs/min-143 lbs/min). . . . . 32  
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___  
___  
___  
___  
___  
Extruder throughput (0.1 kg-0.65 Kg/min) . . .(0.22 lbs/min-1.43 lbs/min)…....128 ___  
(NOTE: the throughput selections determine placement of the decimal point on the display)  
External run/stop signal controls dosing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............. . 64  
Mounting on Micro mixing hopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............... . 256 . ___  
Alarm output is switched in case of power failure . . . . . . . . . . .............. 512 ___  
___  
Extrusion proportional . . . (extruder follower). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............ . 1024 _____  
Extrusion Constant ………………….……………………………………........…3072______  
Printer available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .........16348 ____  
Configuration value: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …............ _____  
Example:  
Level probes: raw material and additive probes installed  
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Throughput: 8000 g/min  
Totalizer displayed in lbs  
Extrusion mode  
Raw material probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Additive probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Blending unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Totalizer displayed in lb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .16  
1
2
__  
16  
Extruder throughput (1 kg-6.5 Kg/min) . . . . . .(2.2 lbs/min-14.3 lbs/min) …….0  
___  
32  
Extruder throughput (10 kg-65 kg/min)……….(22 lbs/min-143 lbs/min). . . . . 32  
Extruder throughput (0.1 kg-0.65 Kg/min) . . .(0.22 lbs/min-1.43 lbs/min)….128 ___  
External run/stop signal controls dosing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
___  
___  
Mounting on a Micro mixing-hopper. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256  
Alarm output switched in case of power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .512 ___  
Extrusion mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1024 1024  
Printer available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16348 ____  
Configuration value: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1075  
Injection Molding:  
Mark the functions required. Use the numerical value indicated and insert it in the empty field  
if applicable. Total the figures for configuration value.  
Optional raw material level probe installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Optional additive level probe installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
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Optional blending (mixing) unit installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Totalizer displayed in lb (kg default) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Shot weight (1 kg-6.5 Kg) ……………. . . . . .(2.2 lbs-14.3 lbs) …….0  
Shot weight (10 kg-65 kg)……………………..(22 lbs-143 lbs). . . . . 32  
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Shot weight (0.1 kg-0.65 Kg) . ……………… .(0.22 lbs-1.43 lbs)….128 ___  
(NOTE: The shot weight selections above determine placement of the decimal point  
on the display)  
External run/stop signal controls dosing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
Mounting on Micro mixing hopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256  
___  
___  
___  
Alarm output is switched in case of power failure . . . . . . . . . . .  
512  
Printer available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16348 ____  
Configuration value: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
_____  
Example:  
Level probes: additive probe installed  
Shot weight: 8 kg  
Totalizer displayed in lb  
Raw material probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
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Additive probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Blending unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Totalizer displayed in lb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Shot weight up to 6.5 kg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0  
or  
2
__  
16  
Shot weight 6.5 to 65 kg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
External run/stop signal controls dosing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
Mounting on a Micro mixing-hopper. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256  
32  
___  
___  
Alarm output switched in case of power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .512 ___  
Printer available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16348 ____  
Configuration value: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _50_  
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Appendix C: Dosing factors, equipment drawings and part numbers  
Disc Dosing Factor Table 1: Disc Guide  
Disc  
Disc  
Minimum/  
Maximum  
Disc  
Weight Per Disc Min. Throughput  
Max.  
Weight Per  
Disc  
Revolution  
(44 lbs./cu. ft.)  
Min.  
Max.  
Nomenclature  
Used in the  
Controller  
Revolution  
(35 lbs/cu. ft.)  
with 100%  
Continuous  
Running  
Throughput  
with 100%  
Continuous  
Running  
Throughput  
with 100%  
Continuous  
Running  
Throughput  
with 100%  
Continuous  
Running  
Revolution  
(35 lbs./cu. ft.)  
(35 lbs./cu. ft.)  
(44 lbs./cu. ft.)  
(44 lbs./cu. ft.)  
DD30-030672  
P030672  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
1.53 g/Rev.  
0.02 g/Hole  
0.04 lb/hr  
0.02 kg/hr  
0.10 lb/hr  
0.045 kg/hr  
0.19 lb/hr  
1.30 lbs/hr  
0.59 kg/hr  
2.32 lbs/hr  
1.05 kgs/hr  
7.16 lbs/hr  
1.95 g/rev.  
0.04lb/hr  
0.02 kg/h  
0.12 lb/hr  
0.05 kg/hr  
0.26 lb/hr  
1.65 lb/hr  
0.75 kg/h  
2.89 lb/hr  
1.31 kg/hr  
9.00 lb/hr  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc  
0.027 g/hole  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
Thickness  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
1.50 grams/rev  
0.09 kg/hr  
0.11 lb/hr  
3.25 kgs/hr  
3.59 lbs/hr  
0.12 kg/hr  
0.15 lb/hr  
4.10 kg/hr  
4.56 lb/hr  
D30-051040  
051040  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
4.24 g/Rev.  
0.11 g/Hole  
5.39g/rev.  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc  
0.05 kg/hr  
0.27 lb/hr  
0.12 kg/hr  
0.55 lb/hr  
1.63 kgs/hr  
6.33 lbs/hr  
2.87 kgs/hr  
19.80 lbs/hr  
0.13 g/hole  
0.07kg/h  
0.35 lb/hr  
0.15 kg/hr  
0.70 lb/hr  
2.07 kg/h  
8.00 lb/hr  
3.62 kg/hr  
25.30 lb/hr  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
Thickness  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
4.0 grams/rev  
0.25 kg/hr  
0.20 lb/hr  
9.00 kgs/hr  
6.23 lbs/hr  
0.32 kg/hr  
0.24 lb/hr  
11.50 kg/hr  
7.90 lb/hr  
D30-051725  
051725  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
7.37 g/Rev.  
0.30 g/Hole  
9.38g/rev.  
0.09 kg/hr  
0.48 lb/hr  
0.22 kg/hr  
1.00 lb/hr  
0.44 kg/hr  
2.83 kgs/h  
11.0 lbs/hr  
4.99 kgs/hr  
34.60 lbs/hr  
15.70 kgs/hr  
0.38 g/hole  
0.11 kg/h  
0.61 lb/hr  
0.27 kg/hr  
1.25 lb/hr  
0.57 kg/hr  
3.60 kg/h  
14.0 lb/hr  
6.36 kg/hr  
44 lbs/hr  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
Thickness  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
7.3 grams/rev  
20 kosher  
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051818  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
13.42 g/Rev.  
0.75 g/Hole  
0.35 lb/hr  
0.16 kg/hr  
0.85 lb/hr  
0.39 kg/hr  
1.76 lb/hr  
11.40 lbs/hr  
5.15 kgs/hr  
19.60 lbs/hr  
8.89 kgs/hr  
63.00 lbs/hr  
17.08 g/rev.  
0.95 g/hole  
0.44 lb/hr  
0.20 kg/h  
1.12 lbs/hr  
0.51 kg/hr  
2.20 lbs/hr  
14.5 lbs/hr  
6.56 kgs/h  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
Thickness  
25.63 lbs/hr  
11.62 kgs/hr  
80.25 lbs/hr  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
13.5 grams/rev  
0.80 kg/hr  
0.75 lb/hr  
28.60 kgs/hr  
23.70 lbs/hr  
1.00 kgs/hr  
1.00 lbs/hr  
36.4 kgs/hr  
30.1 lbs/hr  
DT30 101820  
101820  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
28.00 g/Rev.  
1.40 g/Hole  
35.63 g/rev.  
1.78 g/hole  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc  
0.34 kg/hr  
1.85 lb/hr  
0.84 kg/hr  
3.7 lb/hr  
10.75 kgs/hr  
42.23 lbs/hr  
19.15 kgs/hr  
131.50 lbs/hr  
0.43 kg/h  
2.31 lbs/hr  
1.05 kgs/hr  
4.70 lbs/hr  
13.68 kgs/h  
52.78 lbs/hr  
23.94 kgs/hr  
167.3 lbs/hr  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
Thickness  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
28 grams/rev  
DT30-102025  
Sure-Shot disc  
No Picture  
1.68 kg/hr  
0.87 lb/hr  
59.70 kg/shr  
27.94 lb/hr  
2.14 kgs/hr  
1.12 lbs/hr  
75.9 kg/shr  
35.56 lbs/hr  
P102025  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
33.60 g/Rev.  
1.3 g/Hole  
42.75 g/rev.  
1.71 g/hole  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc  
0.40 kg/hr  
2.18 lb/hr  
0.99 kg/hr  
12.67 kg/hr  
49.77 lb/hr  
22.57 kg/hr  
0.50 kg/h  
2.77 lbs/hr  
1.26 kgs/hr  
16.12 kgs/h  
63.34 lbs/hr  
28.72 kgs/hr  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
Thickness  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
33 grams/rev  
4.36 lb/hr  
154.90 lb/hr  
5.55 lbs/hr  
197.25 lbs/hr  
1.98 kg/hr  
2.51 lb/hr  
70.29 kg/hr  
80.50 lbs/hr  
2.52 kgs/hr  
3.13 lbs/hr  
89.46 kgs/hr  
100.53 lbs/hr  
DT30 203012  
203012  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
95.09 g/Rev.  
7.92 g/Hole  
118.72 g/rev.  
9.89 hole  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc  
1.14 kg/hr  
6.28 lb/hr  
2.85 kg/hr  
12.50 lb/hr  
5.70 kg/hr  
36.50 kgs/hr  
143.28 lbs/hr  
65.00 kgs/hr  
446.54 lbs/hr  
202.50 kgs/hr  
1.42 kgs/h  
7.80 lbs/hr  
3.54 kgs/hr  
15.65 lbs/hr  
7.1 kg/shr  
45.6 kgs/h  
178 lbs/hr  
80 kgs/hr  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
Thickness  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
557 lbs/hr  
252.9 kgs/hr  
Default  
Calibration #  
95 grams/rev  
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DT30 204010F  
204010  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
151.15 g/Rev.  
15.12 g/Hole  
4.00 lb/hr  
1.80 kg/hr  
10.00 lb/hr  
4.53 kg/hr  
20.00 lb/hr  
9.00 kg/hr  
128.00 lbs/hr  
59.00 kgs/hr  
227.74 lbs/hr  
103.28 kgs/hr  
705.00 lbs/hr  
320.00kgs/hr  
188.72 g/rev.  
18.87 hole  
5.0 lbs/hr  
2.25 kg/h  
160 lbs/hr  
72.5 kgs/h  
283 lbs/hr  
129 kgs/hr  
886 lbs/hr  
402 kgs/hr  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc Thickness  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
12.43 lbs/hr  
5.64 kgs/hr  
25.00 lbs/hr  
11.30 kgs/hr  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
150 grams/rev  
DP30 050940  
P050940  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
15.64 g/Rev.  
0.39 g/Hole  
0.41 lb/hr  
0.187 kg/hr  
1.00 lb/hr  
0.45 kg/hr  
2.00 lb/hr  
13.20 lbs/hr  
6.00 kgs/hr  
22.62 lbs/hr  
10.62 kgs/hr  
73.40 lbs/hr  
19.53 g/rev.  
0.49 g/hole  
0.51lb/hr  
0.23 kg/h  
0.12 lb/hr  
0.57 kg/hr  
2.60 lbs/hr  
16.50 lbs/hr  
7.50 kgs/h  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc Thickness  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
28.65 lbs/hr  
13.80 kgs/hr  
91.70 lbs/hr  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
15 grams/rev  
0.94 kg/hr  
0.20 lb/hr  
33.30 kgs/hr  
13.2 lbs/hr  
1.17 kgs/hr  
0.26b/hr  
41.60 kgs/hr  
8.25 lbs/hr  
DP30 250940  
P250940  
0.2 Rev./min  
(6.4 RPM)  
7.82 g/Rev.  
0.20 g/Hole  
9.76 g/rev.  
# of Holes  
Diameter  
Disc Thickness  
0.093 kg/hr  
0.46 lb/hr  
0.21 kg/hr  
1.00 lb/hr  
0.47 kg/hr  
3.00 kgs/hr  
10.55 lbs/hr  
4.78 kgs/hr  
36.70 lbs/hr  
16.65 kgs/hr  
0.245 g/hole  
0.115 kg/h  
0.60 lb/hr  
0.27 kg/hr  
1.30 lbs/hr  
0.58 kg/hr  
3.75 kgs/h  
13.57 lbs/hr  
6.15 kgs/hr  
45.85 lbs/hr  
20.80 kgs/hr  
0.5 Rev./min  
(11.5 RPM)  
1.0 Rev./min  
(35.5 RPM)  
Default  
Calibration #  
7.8 grams/rev  
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Specification Sheet  
DIGITAL DOSING UNIT TECHNICAL PARAMETERS  
Disc Dosing Factor Table 2  
Maximum Number of Feed Stations One (1) for Granule  
Processing  
Maximum Product Temperature  
Weight (Approximately)  
Connected Loads  
Operating Voltage  
Special Voltage  
80oC (or 176 oF)  
20 kg (44 pounds)  
0.11 kW  
115/1/60 or 230/1/50-60  
On Request  
Option  
Option  
Hopper Level Probe (Additive)  
Hopper Level Probe (Virgin)  
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Starter Calibration Parameters  
DD Discs  
Disc  
Calibration Number  
1.75  
DD 30-030673  
Parameters  
Default Units  
Percent  
Description  
1
2
3
4
Additive %  
Using the arrow keys, set additive ratio.  
Shot size of the current mold  
Screw recovery time  
Grams/pounds  
Seconds  
Using the arrow keys, set the shot size of the current capacity in grams/min or pounds/min.  
Using the arrow keys, set the screw recovery time (in seconds)  
Enter a value from the tables below and proceed to calibration mode to set the calibration value.  
Calibration weight for additive  
Totalizer (display only)  
Grams  
18  
Grams/pounds  
Digital Dosing unit parameter setup 1-4 for extrusion - contant  
Parameters  
Additive %  
Default Units  
Percent  
Description  
1
2
Using the arrow keys, set additive ratio.  
throughput  
Not used  
Grams/pounds  
Using the arrow keys, set to the throughput of the extruder capacity in grams/min or pounds/min  
3
4
Calibration weight for additive  
Totalizer (display only)  
Grams  
Enter a value from the tables below and proceed to calibration mode to set the calibration value.  
18  
Grams/pounds  
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Digital Dosing unit parameter setup 1-4 for extrusion proportional  
Parameters  
Additive %  
Default Units  
Percent  
Description  
1
2
Using the arrow keys, set additive ratio.  
throughput  
Grams/pounds  
RPM  
Using the arrow keys, set to the throughput of the extruder capacity in grams/min or pounds/min  
Using the arrow keys, set the RPM  
3
Extruder speed  
4
Calibration weight for additive  
Totalizer (display only)  
Grams  
Enter a value from the tables below and proceed to calibration mode to set the calibration value.  
18  
Grams/pounds  
Set-up of Factory Set Operating Parameters  
Digital Dosing unit parameter setup 7-14  
Bison - Black motor  
Bauer - Blue motor  
Comments  
Parameter  
RPM  
2
6
12  
38  
6.4  
11.5  
35.5  
7
8
9
65000 25200 14103 4387  
11739 6600  
2135  
These values refer to the pulses of the encoder  
Nominal motor current  
0.5  
0.7  
Ext  
Inj  
Ext  
Inj  
1040  
16  
1040  
16  
(see separate calculation sheet for parameter #9)  
Factory set, do not change  
10  
11  
0
1
Ext  
Inj  
Ext  
Inj  
50  
50  
50  
50  
Ext = minimum input frequency w/follower only  
Inj = Minimum # of machine cycles per dosing  
12  
Ext  
Inj  
Ext  
Inj  
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10  
5.56  
10  
5.56  
Ext = Span factor (sf) calculated using: sf=1000/rpm@10vdc  
sf = 1000/rpm @20ma  
13  
14  
Ext  
0
Inj  
0
Ext  
0
Inj  
0
Communication address used with Euromap 17 (use 1 instead of 0)  
For use with Micro mix hopper (use 1 instead of 220)  
Ext  
220  
Inj  
220  
Ext  
220  
Inj  
220  
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Station 1 Digital Dosing Unit  
SIDE VIEW  
TOP VIEW  
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Station 2 Digital Dosing Unit  
SIDE VIEW  
TOP VIEW  
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General Wiring Diagram for Bauer Motor  
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Dosing Unit Electrical Schematic Chart for Bauer (blue) motors only  
Drawing No. Description of Drawing  
Voltage  
110  
CT102020  
CT102021  
CT102022  
CT102023  
CT102024  
CT102025  
CT102026  
CT102027  
Note:  
C150 CONTROLLER INJECTION  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-S SIMPLE EXTRUSION  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-V EXTRUSION 0-10 V INPUT  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-C EXTRUSTION 0-20 mA INPUT  
C150 CONTROLLER INJECTION  
110  
110  
110  
220  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-S EXTRUSION SIMPLE EXTRUSION  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-V EXTRUSION 0-10 V INPUT  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-C EXTRUSION 0-20 mA INPUT  
220  
220  
220  
1. If changes to the controller are required, please consult factory.  
2. Request any additional drawings needed at that time.  
Dosing Unit Electrical Schematic Chart for Bison (black) motors only  
Drawing No. Description of Drawing  
Voltage  
110  
CT101674  
CT101675  
CT101676  
CT101677  
CT101753  
CT101750  
CT101751  
CT101752  
Note:  
C150 CONTROLLER INJECTION  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-S SIMPLE EXTRUSION  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-V EXTRUSION 0-10 V INPUT  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-C EXTRUSTION 0-20 mA INPUT  
C150 CONTROLLER INJECTION  
110  
110  
110  
220  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-S EXTRUSION SIMPLE EXTRUSION  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-V EXTRUSION 0-10 V INPUT  
C150 CONTROLLER EXT-C EXTRUSION 0-20 mA INPUT  
220  
220  
220  
1. If changes to the controller are required, please consult factory.  
2. Request any additional drawings needed at that time.  
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Appendix D: Spare Parts List  
Dosing Disc/Shear Order Numbers  
Dosing disc  
72 chambers  
CT 100562  
CT 21710  
CT 21711  
CT 2057  
49 chambers  
25 chambers  
18 chambers  
Dosing disc, wear-resistant  
40 chambers  
CT 28214  
CT 27141  
CT 27142  
25 chambers  
18 chambers  
Shear for DD style unit  
18, 25, 40 pocket disc  
72 pocket disc  
CT 21392  
CT 100875  
Replacement Motor Order Numbers  
Bauer Gear Motors  
6.4 RPM  
11.5 RPM  
35.5 RPM  
CT34300  
CT102241  
CT34299  
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Control System Order Numbers  
Fuse  
F1  
F2  
F3  
F4  
Size  
5X20  
1/4X1  
5X20  
5X20  
5X20  
5X20  
Voltage  
250 V  
1/4-250 V  
250 V  
250 V  
250 V  
Amps  
5 A  
4 A  
0.5 A  
0.5 A  
0.5 A  
0.5 A  
Type  
Metric  
Time Delay  
Time Delay  
Metric  
Part Number  
A0571836  
CT99107  
CT96398  
CT102258  
CT102259  
A0571836  
F5  
F7  
Metric  
Metric  
250 V  
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Technical Assistance  
Parts Department  
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performance and efficiency. To assist in expediting your phone or fax order, please have the  
model and serial number of your unit when you contact us. A customer replacement parts list  
is included in this manual for your convenience. ACS welcomes inquiries on all your parts  
needs and is dedicated to providing excellent customer service.  
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We have a qualified service department ready to help. Service contracts are available for most  
products.  
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