Conair TB250R-4, TB500-6, TB100-4, TB500-4, TB900-4 User Manual

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USER GUIDE UGB011-0207

TrueBlend™

Gravimetric Blender Software Version V2.7

USER INSTRUCTIONS • About this operating manual • Warranty and liability • Layout of the manual • Meaning of safety

information Display conventions • Pictograms for safety and information Abbreviations • SAFETY • General • Designated

use • Sources of danger • Safety devices • Warning symbols on the unit • Information for the operator • Information for

operating and maintenance personnel • TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS • Manufacturer • Specifications • TRANSPORT AND

SETUP • Unpacking • Lifting • Setup • Positioning controller • Making connections • Stowing discharge chute

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION • Structure of the unit • Brief description of the functional units • Layout of the material

hoppers • Operating modes • Gravimetric mode • Volumetric mode • Combined mode • COMMISSIONING • OPERATION

Switching on • Menu structure • Navigation • Starting and stopping the metering and mixing process • Switching off

Logging in/logging out • Commissioning • Mixing process • Component setup • GRAVICOLOR Setup • Working with recipes

Changing material for a component (also valid for all other components) • Checking total throughout • Creating reports

Corporate Office: 412.312.6000 | Instant Access 24/7 (Parts and Service): 800.458.1960 | Parts and Services: 814.437.6861

The information contained in these operating instructions, including any translation thereof, is the property of Conair and may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, nor stored in any retrieval system of any nature for any purpose) without the express written authority of Conair

• To every person concerned with commissioning of the devices/systems it is recommended to read thoroughly these operating instructions. Conair accepts no responsibility or liability for damage or malfunction of the equipment arising from non-observance of these operating instructions.

• To avoid errors and to ensure trouble-free operation, it is essential that these operating instructions are read and understood by all personnel who are to use the equipment.

• Should you have problems or difficulties with the equipment, please contact your local Conair partner (see list attached).

• These operating instructions only apply to the equipment described below.

Manufacturing address:

The Conair Group, Inc.

455 Allegheny Blvd.

Franklin, PA 16323

USA

Conair Headquarters:

The Conair Group, Inc.

One Conair Drive

Pittsburgh, PA 15202

USA

Phone: 412.312.6000

Fax: 412.312.6227

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Contents

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Contents

1.0 User instructions................................................................................................ 7

1.1 About this operating manual.................................................................................... 7

1.2 Layout of the manual............................................................................................... 8

1.3 Meaning of safety information ................................................................................. 9

1.4 Pictograms for safety and information................................................................... 10

1.5 Abbreviations......................................................................................................... 10

2.0 Safety ................................................................................................................

2.1 General.................................................................................................................. 11

2.2 Safety Hazards...................................................................................................... 11

2.3 Safety Features..................................................................................................... 12

2.4 Designated use .....................................................................................................12

2.5 Sources of danger................................................................................................. 14

2.6 Safety devices ....................................................................................................... 17

2.6.1 Position of safety devices........................................................................... 17

2.6.2 Detachable Material Hopper Procedure ..................................................... 18

2.7 Warning symbols on the unit................................................................................. 19

2.7.1 Position of warning symbols on the unit ..................................................... 19

2.7.2 Meaning of warning symbols on the unit .................................................... 20

2.8 Information for the operator................................................................................... 20

2.8.1 Qualifications of personnel ......................................................................... 20

2.9 Information for operating and maintenance personnel.......................................... 21

3.0 Technical specifications.................................................................................. 22

4.0 Transport and setup ........................................................................................ 31

4.1 Unpacking .............................................................................................................31

4.2 Lifting..................................................................................................................... 31

4.3 Setup..................................................................................................................... 32

4.4 Positioning controller............................................................................................. 32

4.5 Making connections............................................................................................... 33

4.5.1 Compressed air connection ....................................................................... 33

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4.5.2 Electrical connection .................................................................................. 33

4.5.3 Hopper loader connection (option)............................................................. 34

5.0 Structure and function .....................................................................................35

5.1 Structure of the unit............................................................................................... 35

5.2 Brief description of the functional units (Item numbers refer to diagram on

previous page)................................................................................................................

5.3 Layout of the material hoppers ............................................................................. 36

5.3.1 For four component blenders..................................................................... 37

5.3.2 For six component blenders....................................................................... 37

5.4 Operating modes .................................................................................................. 38

5.4.1 Gravimetric mode....................................................................................... 39

5.4.2 Volumetric mode ........................................................................................ 39

5.4.3 Combined mode......................................................................................... 39

6.0 Start-up..............................................................................................................40

7.0 Operation...........................................................................................................40

7.1 Switching on.......................................................................................................... 40

7.1.1 Switch on main switch................................................................................ 40

7.2 Menu structure ...................................................................................................... 41

7.3 Navigation ............................................................................................................. 41

7.3.1 Explanation of the navigation buttons ........................................................ 42

7.3.2 Explanation of keypad screens .................................................................. 45

7.3.3 Explanation of additional screen icons....................................................... 46

7.4 Starting and stopping the blending process.......................................................... 47

7.4.1 Starting blender process (with set values or factory setting) ..................... 47

7.4.2 Stopping the blending process................................................................... 47

7.4.3 Restarting after EMERGENCY STOP ....................................................... 47

7.5 Turning off the power ............................................................................................ 48

7.5.1 Stopping the blender at the end of a cycle................................................. 48

7.5.2 Switching off in emergency ........................................................................ 48

7.6 Logging in/logging out........................................................................................... 49

7.6.1 User levels and password input (for service users only!) (Level 3)........ 49

7.6.2 Changing password (for service users only!) (Level 3) .......................... 49

7.6.3 Auto logout (for service users only!) (Level 3) ....................................... 50

7.6.4 Parameters/Global Reset (for service users only!) (Level 3) ................. 51

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7.7 Start-up.................................................................................................................. 52

7.7.1 Checking functions in manual mode ..........................................................52

7.7.2 Calibrating .................................................................................................. 56

7.7.3 Input TrueBlend Model/Name (for service users only!) (Level 3) ........... 61

7.7.4 Input TrueBlend name................................................................................ 62

7.7.5 Activating Batch Setting .............................................................................62

7.8 Blending process................................................................................................... 65

7.8.1 Assigning components – factory default setting ......................................... 65

7.8.2 Example of a mixing process ..................................................................... 67

7.8.3 Typical dispense cycle based (7.8.2) settings............................................ 68

7.9 Component setup.................................................................................................. 69

7.9.1 Input of material percentages..................................................................... 70

7.9.2 Input of Material type.................................................................................. 70

7.9.3 Input Alarm mode ....................................................................................... 71

7.9.4 Input Dosing retries .................................................................................... 71

7.10 TrueBlend Setup ...................................................................................................72

7.10.1 Setting Operating mode .............................................................................72

7.10.2 Setting Weigh Bin Batch weight ................................................................. 73

7.10.3 Setting Mixing time ..................................................................................... 74

7.10.4 Setting the Interval time ............................................................................. 74

7.10.5 Setting Damping......................................................................................... 74

7.10.6 Advanced Operation Settings (Password level 3 only) .............................. 75

7.11 Working with recipes ............................................................................................. 79

7.11.1 Calling recipe status ................................................................................... 79

7.11.2 Assigning an order number ........................................................................ 79

7.11.3 Save a new recipe...................................................................................... 80

7.11.4 Naming a recipe ......................................................................................... 80

7.11.5 Deleting a recipe ........................................................................................81

7.11.6 Load/view a recipe .....................................................................................82

7.12 Changing material in a blender component (also valid for all other components). 83

7.12.1 Detachable Material Hopper Procedure ..................................................... 83

7.12.2 Manual cleaning: ........................................................................................ 84

7.12.3 Clean-out with optional drain chute with safety interlock ........................... 86

7.13 Checking total throughput .....................................................................................88

7.14 Creating reports..................................................................................................... 89

7.14.1 Reports for batches, shifts, recipes and scales.......................................... 89

7.14.2 Report generator – TrueBlend Reports ...................................................... 90

7.14.3 Operation ................................................................................................... 91

7.15 System setup......................................................................................................... 95

7.16 Panel setup ...........................................................................................................96

7.17 System info............................................................................................................ 97

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7.18 Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 98

7.19 Hopper loaders (Optional)................................................................................... 100

7.19.1 Go to Material loading (conveying) overview screen ............................... 100

7.19.2 Switching on hopper loaders.................................................................... 100

7.19.3 Changes to Loader Screen ...................................................................... 102

7.19.4 Loader Alarm Settings ............................................................................. 102

7.19.5 Settings .................................................................................................... 103

8.0 Alarm messages and troubleshooting..........................................................108

8.1 Signaling alarm message.................................................................................... 108

8.2 Handling alarm messages .................................................................................. 108

8.3 Deciphering Alarm Messages ............................................................................. 109

8.4 Alarm messages and correction ......................................................................... 109

8.5 Troubleshooting/Mechanics ................................................................................ 114

8.6 Diagnostic Overview Screens ............................................................................. 115

9.0 Maintenance and repair..................................................................................117

9.1 Safety.................................................................................................................. 117

9.1.1 Qualifications of personnel....................................................................... 117

9.1.2 Safety equipment ..................................................................................... 117

9.1.3 Safety equipment ..................................................................................... 117

9.2 Before starting work ............................................................................................ 118

9.2.1 Switch off unit/disconnect from compressed air supply ........................... 118

9.3 Inspections.......................................................................................................... 118

9.3.1 Checking EMERGENCY STOP function ................................................. 118

9.3.2 Testing safety interlock switch ................................................................. 118

9.3.3 Test the safety interlock switch as described in 7.7.1

Checking functions in manual mode. ..................................................................

9.4 Mixing chamber instructions ............................................................................... 119

9.5 Maintenance work............................................................................................... 120

9.5.1 Annual maintenance work........................................................................ 121

9.6 Repair work......................................................................................................... 123

9.6.1 Calibrate/adjust a sensor with no material present. ................................. 123

9.6.2 Replacing pneumatic cylinder on vertical dispense valve assembly........ 126

9.6.3 Load Cell Removal and Installation for Trueblend models,

TB045 and TB100............................................................................................... 127

9.6.4 Load Cell Removal and Installation for Trueblend models,

TB250, TB500 and TB900 ..................................................................................

9.6.5 Replacing controller ................................................................................. 132

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9.7 Cleaning .............................................................................................................. 133

9.7.1 Cleaning material hopper and mixing chamber........................................ 133

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10.0 Decommissioning and disposal........................................................... 134

10.1 Decommissioning the unit ................................................................................... 134

10.2 Disposing of unit parts......................................................................................... 134

11.0 Appendix ................................................................................................ 135

11.1 Menu structure ....................................................................................................135

11.1.1 Operating levels/password level .............................................................. 135

11.1.2 Menu overview/dosing unit....................................................................... 136

11.1.3 Menu overview/conveying ........................................................................ 137

11.1.4 System settings menu .............................................................................. 138

11.1.5 Unit settings menu ................................................................................... 139

11.1.6 Conveyor settings menu .......................................................................... 140

12.0 Appendix: Addendum for Retrofit Blenders........................................ 141

12.1 Retrofit Control Blender Start up Procedures...................................................... 141

13.0 Appendix ................................................................................................ 143

13.1 Blow off installation instruction sheet ..................................................................143

14.0 Appendix ................................................................................................

14.1 Replacing the TrueBlend Touch Screen Control................................................. 145

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1.0 User instructions

1.1 About this operating manual

This operating manual is a component of the TrueBlend Gravimetric blender.

It contains important instructions on the correct operative and maintenance of the unit. Follow these instructions to avoid dangers, to prevent repair expenses and downtime and to increase the service life of the unit.

The manual must be kept for referral with the unit at its place of use. The manual must also accompany the unit if it is rented or sold.

It is directed to people who operate and repair the unit and must be read, understood and used by every person who is responsible for the following work with the unit:

• Transport and setup,

• Operation,

• Maintenance and repair,

• Correction of faults,

• Decommissioning and disposal.

Take particular note of

• the chapter on,

• the warning notes in the various chapters.

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1.2 Layout of the manual

This manual is classified into several main parts:

• User information,

• Safety,

• Technical specifications,

• Transport and setup,

• Structure and function,

• Operation,

• Maintenance and repair,

• Decommissioning and disposal,

• Appendix (menu structure).

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1.3 Meaning of safety information

Safety instructions are placed before the work steps. Read the safety instructions carefully before carrying out the subsequent operation.

If safety instructions are not followed, serious personal injury - possibly with fatal results - and property and environmental damage may occur!

The safety instruction in this operating manual are indicated with a symbol. The symbol contains a signal word indicating how serious the danger is.

A symbol with the word "DANGER" warns of an imminent danger to the health and life of persons.

DANGER!

WARNING!

If these safety instructions are not observed serious or even fatal injuries will be caused.

Î Always observe the directions for avoiding such dangers.

A symbol with the word "WARNING" warns of a possible dangerous situation for the health and life of persons.

If these safety instructions are not observed serious or even fatal injuries may be caused.

Î Always observe the directions for avoiding such dangers.

CAUTION!

A symbol with the word "CAUTION" warns of a possible dangerous situation for the health and life of persons or of property and environmental damage.

If these safety instruction are not observed injury or property and environmental damage may occur.

Î Always observe the directions for avoiding such dangers.

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1.4 Pictograms for safety and information

In this operating manual you will find sections of text that a re identified by pictograms. The meaning of the pictograms is described below.

Pictogram for general identification of hazards. This pictogram occurs in connection with safety instructions (see

Pictogram for hand injury. This pictogram occurs in connection with safety instructions (see

Pictogram for electric shock. This pictogram occurs in connection with safety instructions (see

Pictogram information for identification of important instructions, additional information and tips.

1.3 Meaning of safety information).

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1.3 Meaning of safety information).

Pictogram for safety gloves that warns you to wear safety gloves.

1.5 Abbreviations

The following terms and abbreviations are used in this operating manual (in alphabetical order):

Abbreviation

CAN

E-motor

LED

Meaning

Controller Area Network

Electric motor

Light-emitting diode

Polyurethane

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2.0 Safety

2.1 General

This chapter contains basic safety instructions for working with the gravimetric batch blending unit.

Observe all the instructions for the operation and maintenance of the unit in this chapter.

In addition, observe the warning notices that are placed before the action directions where the operating steps are described.

2.2 Safety Hazards

MIX BLADES

Mix blades are driven with substantial torque.

NEVER place your hand in the mix chamber unless power is completely disconnected.

SERIOUS INJURY may result.

ADDITIONAL MIX BLADE HAZARD

Over time, mix blades may become RAZOR SHARP.

Always be careful when TOUCHING or CLEANING these blades.

Check for sharp edges frequently.

Replace blade if a hazard exists.

VERTICAL VALVES

Vertical valves in hoppers SLAM CLOSED without warning.

They will injure your fingers.

ALWAYS keep fingers clear valve openings.

NEVER use your fingers to clear an obstruction.

NEVER use your fingers to move a sticking valve.

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NEVER use your fingers to move a sticking slide gate under the mix cham-

ber.

2.3 Safety Features

The ACCESS DOOR is equipped with a safety interlock switch that prevents the mix motor from running and the slide valves from operating.

DO NOT defeat this safety switch

Finger guards are fitted into each hopper compartment.

DO NOT reach through these guards.

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SLIDE GATE/MIX CHAMBER

SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCH

HOPPER FINGER GUARDS

DO NOT use your fingers to clear an obstruction below these guards.

DO NOT remove these guards.

2.4 Designated use

The TrueBlend gravimetric blender must be used exclusively for metering and mixing free-flowing rials can be metered and mixed in the TB 45 and TB 100 models. Other models for up to six different materials are available including the: TB 250, 500 and 900 model series.

The following must not be metered and mixed:

• Foods of all types (the unit does not meet the hygienic standards),

• Highly abrasive materials, such as stones, sand (increased wear of unit

components),

• Poorly free-flowing, sticky materials (materials only flow poorly, airtight seal by the pneumatic cylinder is adversely affected),

• Liquids and powders (airtight seal by the pneumatic cylinder is not possible).

as per DIN ISO 3435

plastic granulate and additives. A total of four different mate-

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Do not make any changes to the unit. Any changes may adversely affect the safety of the unit.

Designated use includes following this operating manual and following the specified maintenance intervals and conditions.

Please contact Conair if you have any questions about the designated use of the unit.

NOTE

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2.5 Sources of danger

The unit is manufactured to comply with the state of the art in technology and the generally accepted rules of safety engineering. However, operation of the unit may give rise to dangers for life and limb of the operator or third parties or damage to the unit or other property.

The unit has four sources of danger, which are shown in the figure below:

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Fig. 1: Sources of danger

[1] Electrical system/power cabinet

[2] Pneumatic material seal at the outlet of the pneumatically operated vertical valves

[3] Agitator in mixing chamber

[4] Pneumatic seal at the discharge slide gate

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The sources of danger and the consequences are shown in more detail below:

Danger source Consequences

Electrical system Fatal injury by electric shock!

High voltages can cause life-threatening currents in the body and electric shock.

Î Allow only trained and qualified electrical tech-

nicians to work on the electrical system.

Î Before any electrical work disconnect the unit

from the power supply and lock to prevent unauthorized persons switching it on.

Pneumatic seal on supply hoppers

Mixer Danger of injury by moving parts!

Danger of injury by moving parts!

Vertically moving pneumatic cylinders can cause crushing, impact and shearing injuries.

Î Do not reach into the pneumatic seal of the

supply hopper during normal operation and during manual operation.

Rotating mixing blades can catch body parts and pull them in and cause life-threatening crushing, shearing and bone fracture injuries.

The edges of the mixing blades can be as sharp as knives after extended operation.

Î Never reach into the mixing chamber while the

mixer is rotating.

Î Do not extend any objects into the movement

range of the mixer.

Î Do not disable the safety interlock switch.

Î Wear gloves when touching or cleaning the

stationary mixer.

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Danger source Consequences

Pneumatic seal on the discharge slide gate2 at bottom of mix chamber

Danger of injury by moving parts!

Horizontally moving pneumatic cylinders can cause crushing, impact and shearing injuries and bone fractures.

Î Do not reach into the pneumatic discharge

slide gate during normal operation and during manual operation.

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The pneumatic discharge slide gate is not installed if a manual slide gate is installed and the unit is

mounted directly on the injection molding machine.

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2.6 Safety devices

Safety devices protect your health and your life.

Do not operate the unit without effective safety devices.

DANGER OF INJURY!

WARNING!

2.6.1 Position of safety devices

The operator runs the risk of injury if the safety devices are not operating correctly.

Î Check that the safety devices function correctly after work has finished

(see

7.7.1 Testing the mix chamber safety interlock switch).

Electrical System/Power Cabinet

Fig. 2: Safety devices

[1] Finger guard

[2] Safety interlock switch (Mix chamber door)

[3] Main switch (=EMERGENCY STOP)

[4] Padlock

[5} Alarm beacon

[6] Alarm horn

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Safety device Safety function

Safety guard

Prevents injury by crushing and impact at the pneumatic cylinder of the supply hopper.

Safety interlock

Stops the mixer motor when the main door is opened.

switch

EMERGENCY STOP

Stops all movement of the machine.

switch

Padlock

Locks the switch to prevent unauthorized persons switching it on.

2.6.2 Detachable Material Hopper Procedure

Detachable material hopper for TB45 (4 bins) TB100 (2 bins) and TB250R-4 (2 bins) models.

NOTE

All detachable material hoppers on the above referenced models are held in place with a captive retainer (screw) held in the hopper support frame. The retainer stabilizes the detachable hopper when mounted in the blender support frame from forces exerted on the hopper by resin weight and various types of automatic loading/receiving device(s) during normal vibration from the process. There is a separate retainer for each detachable hopper.

When removing any of these detachable hoppers for cleaning or material changeover; first, remove the automatic loading/receiving device; then use the proper hex head socket or screwdriver and back out the captive retainer. Hopper can then be removed.

Upon re-insertion of the detachable hopper, it is very important to re-anchor the respective hopper(s) using the captive retainer to provide stability during normal operation of the blender. Once the hoppers have been placed

and anchored, the respective loading / receiving devices can be mounted.

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2.7 Warning symbols on the unit

The instructional, warning and prohibition signs on the unit are a component of the operating manual. Observe and follow these signs in the same way as with the manual. Keep the signs clean and legible and never remove them, paint over them or stick other signs over them.

2.7.1 Position of warning symbols on the unit

Fig. 3: Warning symbols on the unit

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2.7.2 Meaning of warning symbols on the unit

Symbol Meaning Explanation

Warning of hazardous electrical voltage

Warning of injury to hands Do not reach into the pneumatic

2.8 Information for the operator

The operator is responsible for the designated use of the unit.

2.8.1 Qualifications of personnel

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Only electrical technicians may work on the electrical system.

seal on the supply hoppers and the discharge slide gate during operation. Never touch the mixer blades.

WARNING!

The operator is responsible for ensuring that the personnel are qualified for the requirements of their tasks.

• The machine must only be operated by trained and qualified person authorized by the operator.

• Personnel, who are apprentices, are in training or instruction may only work on the machine under the supervision of an experienced person.

DANGER OF INJURY!

Improper operation and maintenance by insufficiently qualified personnel may lead to incalculable risks with negative results for persons, machine and the environment.

Î Only qualified and authorized technicians may operate the machine and

carry out repair and maintenance work.

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2.9 Information for operating and maintenance personnel

Persons who are required to operate and maintain the unit must read and understand the operating manual, particularly the section on safety, before starting work.

The following safety instructions are particularly important for avoiding personal injury and property damage:

• Observe all safety and danger information on the unit.

• Keep all unauthorized people clear of the unit.

• Make sure that no people are in the danger zone every time before starting

the unit.

• Keep the operating station clear of tools, equipment and other objects. Do not place tools or other objects on the unit. Vibration can cause them fall off the unit and injure persons and/or cause property damage.

• Keep the unit and work area clean and make sure that granulate does not accumulate on the floor. It may cause people to slip and injure themselves.

• Wear work gloves when working on the stationary mixer. Work gloves protect hands and fingers from being cut.

• The local safety and accident prevention regulation always apply for work with the unit.

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MODELS TB45-4 Performance characteristics

Batch size lb {g} 1.0 {450} Maximum throughput rate lb/hr {kg/hr}

200 {91}

Bin capacity - main ingredient ft

{liter} 0.2 {5.7}

Bin capacity - minor ingredient ft

{liter} 0.2 {5.7} Maximum number of materials 4 Number of vertical discharge valves 4 Number/(size) of major bin valves 2 - (40 mm) Number/(size) of minor bin valves 2 - (20 mm)

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate

†

30.90 {785} B - Width 23.63 {600} C - Depth 25.78 {655} D - Control height 8.25 {209.6} E - Control width 9.25 {235.0} F - Control depth 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 75 {34} Shipping 125 {57}

Voltage total amps

115V/1 phase/60 hz 1.0 230V/1 phase/50 hz 0.5

Compressed air requirements

Discharge valves 90 psi @ 0.2 ft

/min {6 bars

@ 0.09 liters/sec}; 1/4 in. NPT fitting

Maximum loader sizes

8 inch loaders Number of loaders - 4

Top view

Front view

Side view

SPECIFICATION NOTES

Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft3pelletized material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

†

The optional flow control valve will mount inside the chassis in the space of the manual slide valve. Conair recommends using the optional flow control valve when mounting the blender on a stand, surge bin or hopper.

‡ Hopper positions three and four are supplied with

eight inch cover plates as standard.

Specifications may change without notice consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

7-7/8 {200}

1-25/32 diameter {45}

5 {127}

3-3/4

{95}

7-15/32 {190}

1-7/16 {37}

1-1/4

{31}

3-15/16 {100}

5 {127}

Control

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Position 1

Position 2

‡

Position 4

‡

Position 3

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Mixing chamber access door this side of the interface.

Mounting bolt hole size (4 holes) 7/16 inch {11.0 mm}. Predrilled 5 x 5 mounting pattern as standard.

Purchase

the optional

material drain chute

that readily installs to the chassis opening of the blender for fast and

simple cleanout.

Drain chute

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Technical Specifications

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MODELS TB100-4 Performance characteristics

Batch size lb {g} 2.2 {1000} Maximum throughput rate lb/hr {kg/hr}

450 {204}

Bin capacity - main ingredient ft

{liter} 0.6 {17}

Bin capacity - minor ingredient ft

{liter} 0.3 {8} Maximum number of materials 4 Number of vertical discharge valves 4 Number/(size) of major bin valves 2 - (60 mm) Number/(size) of minor bin valves 2 - (20 mm)

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate

†

45.0 {1145} B - Width 30.25 {769} C - Depth 31.85 {809} D - Control height 8.25 {209.6} E - Control width 9.25 {235.0} F - Control depth 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 160 {72} Shipping 270 {122}

Voltage total amps

115V/1 phase/60 hz 3.0 230V/1 phase/50 hz 1.5

Compressed air requirements

Discharge valves 90 psi @ 0.2 ft

/min {6 bars

@ 0.09 liters/sec}; 1/4 in. NPT fitting

Maximum loader sizes

8 inch loaders Number of loaders - 2 12 inch loaders Number of loaders - 2

Top view

Front view

Side view

SPECIFICATION NOTES

Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft

pelletized material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

†

‡ Hopper position two is supplied with a 12-8 adapter

and eight inch cover plate as standard.

Specifications may change without notice consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

5-1/8

{130}

10-7/32 {260}

8 {203}

10-1/4 {260}

2-5/32 diameter {55}

8 {203}

1-1/8 {28}

1-1/8

{28}

5-1/8 {130}

Control

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Position 1

Position 2

‡

Position 4

‡

Position 3

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Mixing chamber access door this side of the interface.

Mounting bolt hole size (4 holes) 9/16 inch {14.0 mm}. Predrilled 8 x 8 mounting pattern as standard.

Purchase

the optional

material drain chute

that readily installs to the chassis opening of the blender for fast and

simple cleanout.

Drain chute

TrueBlend™ TB100-4

Technical Specifications

Edition: February 2007

MODELS TB250-4 TB250-6 Performance characteristics

Batch size lb {g} 5.5 {2500} 5.5 {2500} Maximum throughput rate lb/hr {kg/hr}

1000 {454} 800 {363}

Bin capacity - main ingredient ft

{liter} 1.6 {45.3} 2.7 {76.4}

Bin capacity - minor ingredient ft

{liter} 1.6 {45.3} 1.4 {39.6} Maximum number of materials 4 6 Number of vertical discharge valves 4 6 Number/(size) of major bin valves 2 - (60 mm) 2 - (60 mm) Number/(size) of minor bin valves 2 - (30 mm) 4 - (30 mm)

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate

†

57.50 {1461} 63.0 {1600} B - Width 36.50 {926} 40.13 {1026} C - Depth 40.83 {1037} 42.67 {1084} D - Control height 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} E - Control width 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} F - Control depth 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 320 {145} 400 {182} Shipping 440 {200} 520 {236}

Voltage total amps

115V/1 phase/60 hz 6.3 6.3 230V/1 phase/50 hz 3.2 3.2

Compressed air requirements

Discharge valves 90 psi @ 0.2 ft

/min {6 bars @ 0.09

liters/sec}; 1/4 in. NPT fitting

Maximum loader sizes

15 inch loaders - number of loaders - 4 2 8 inch loaders- number of loaders - NA 4

Top view

Front view

Side view

SPECIFICATION NOTES

Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft3pelletized material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

†

‡ TB250-4 hopper positions two and four are supplied with

12-8 adapters with eight inch cover plates as standard. TB250-6 hopper position two is supplied with a 12-8 adapter with an eight inch cover.

Specifications may change without notice consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

Control

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Position 1

Position 2

‡Position 4

‡Position 3

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Position 1

‡Position 4

‡Position 3

Position 2

4 position

6 position

‡Position 5

‡Position 6

NOTE: Side and front view drawings are model TB250-4. The bin positions change for a TB250-6 see the top view.

Mixing chamber access door this side of the interface.

Purchase

the optional

material drain chute

that readily installs to the chassis opening of the blender for fast and

simple cleanout.

Mounting bolt hole size (8 holes) 9/16 inch {14.0 mm}. Predrilled 8 x 8 and 12 X 12 mounting pattern as standard.

Drain chute

TrueBlend™ TB250-4

Technical Specifications

and TB250-6

TPBS026/0207

3-5/32 diameter {80}

2-1/16

{53}

4-1/16

{103}

2-1/16 {53}

4-1/16 {103}

16-5/32 {410}

12 {305}

8 {203}

8-1/16 {205}

8-1/16

{205}

16-5/32 {410}

Edition: February 2007

TrueBlend™ TB250-R-4

TPBS035-0207

Technical Specifications

Side view

Front view

Drain chute

Purchase

the optional

material drain chute

that readily installs to the chassis opening of the blender for fast and

simple cleanout.

MODELS TB250R-4 Performance characteristics

Batch size lb {g} 5.5 {2500} Maximum throughput rate lb/hr {kg/hr} Bin capacity - main ingredient ft Bin capacity - minor ingredient ft Maximum number of materials 4 Number of vertical discharge valves 4 Number/(size) of major bin valves 2 - (60 mm) Number/(size) of minor bin valves

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate B - Width 36.50 {926} C - Depth 38.88 {988} D - Control height 8.25 {209.6} E - Control width 9.25 {235.0} F - Control depth 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 280 Shipping 400

Voltage total amps

115V/1 phase/60 hz 6.3 230V/1 phase/50 hz 3.2

Compressed air requirements

Discharge valves 90 psi @ 0.2 ft

Maximum loader sizes

15 inch loaders - number of loaders - 2 8 inch loaders- number of loaders - 2

{liter} 1.6 {45.3}

{liter} 0.3 {8}

(removable) 2 - (20 mm)

†

800 {363}

57.50 {1461}

{6 bars @ 0.09 liters/sec};

1/4 in. NPT fitting

/min

Top view

4 position

Position 1

‡Position 4

‡Position 2

‡Position 3

Control

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Mounting bolt hole size (8 holes) 9/16 inch {14.0 mm}. Predrilled 8 x 8 and 12 X 12 mounting pattern as standard.

SPECIFICATION NOTES

Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft3pelletized material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

†

‡ TB250R-4 hopper position two is supplied with a 12-8 adapter with

an eight inch cover plate as standard. Position three and four are supplied with hand-fill lids.

Specifications may change without notice consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

Mixing chamber access door - this side of the interface.

3-5/32 diameter {80}

2-1/16

{53}

4-1/16

{103}

2-1/16 {53}

4-1/16 {103}

16-5/32 {410}

12 {305}

8 {203}

8-1/16 {205}

8-1/16

{205}

16-5/32 {410}

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MODELS TB500-4 TB500-6

Performance characteristics

Batch size lb {g} 11 {5000} 11 {5000} Maximum throughput rate lb/hr {kg/hr}

1550 {703} 1200 {544}

Bin capacity - main ingredient ft

{liter} 2.7 {76.4} 2.7 {76.4}

Bin capacity - minor ingredient ft

{liter} 2.7 {76.4} 1.35 {38.2} Maximum number of materials 4 6 Number of vertical discharge valves 4 6 Number/(size) of major bin valves 2 - (100/60 mm) 2 - (100/60 mm) Number/(size) of minor bin valves 2 - (30 mm) 4 - (30 mm)

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate

†

63.00 {1600} 63.00 {1600} B - Width 40.13 {1026} 40.13 {1026} C - Depth 43.00 {1092} 43.00 {1092} D - Control height 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} E - Control width 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} F - Control depth 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 400 {182} 400 {182} Shipping 520 {236} 520 {236}

Voltage total amps

115V/1 phase/60 hz 6.3 6.3 230V/1 phase/50 hz 3.2 3.2

Compressed air requirements

Discharge valves 90 psi @ 0.2 ft

/min {6 bars @ 0.09

liters/sec}; 1/4 in. NPT fitting

Maximum loader sizes

15 inch loaders - number of loaders - 4 2 8 inch loaders - number of loaders - NA 4

Top view

Front view

Side view

SPECIFICATION NOTES

* Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft

pelletized material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

†

‡ TB500-4 hopper positions three and four are supplied with 12-8

adapters with 8 inch cover plates as standard. TB500-6 hopper position two is supplied with a 12-8 adapter and an 8 inch cover plate as standard.

Specifications may change without notice, consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

Control

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Position 1

Position 2

‡Position 4

‡Position 3

Position 1

‡Position 4

‡Position 3

Position 2

4 position

6 position

‡Position 5

‡Position 6

NOTE: Side and front view drawings are model TB500-4. The bin positions change for a TB500-6, see the top view.

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Mixing chamber access door - this side of the interface.

Purchase

the optional

material drain chute

that readily installs to the chassis opening of the blender for fast

and simple cleanout.

Mounting bolt hole size (8 holes) 9/16 inch {14.0 mm}. Predrilled 8 x 8 and 12 X 12 mounting pattern as standard.

Drain chute

TrueBlend™ TB500-4

Technical Specifications

and TB500-6

TPBS027-0207

16-5/32 {410}

12 {305}

3-5/32 diameter {80}

2-1/16

{53}

4-1/16

{103}

2-1/16 {53}

4-1/16 {103}

8 {203}

8-1/16 {205}

8-1/16

{205}

16-5/32 {410}

Edition : February 2007

MODELS TB900-4 TB900-6 Performance characteristics

Batch size lb {g} 19.8 {9000} 19.8 {9000} Maximum throughput rate lb/hr {kg/hr}

3500 {1588} 2800 {1270}

Bin capacity - main ingredient ft

{liter} 4.4 {124.6} 4.4 {124.6}

Bin capacity - minor ingredient ft

{liter} 4.4 {124.6} 2.2 {62.3} Maximum number of materials 4 6 Number of vertical discharge valves 4 6 Number/(size) of major bin valves 2 - (100 mm) 2 - (100 mm) Number/(size) of minor bin valves 2 - (60 mm) 4 - (60 mm)

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate

†

74.75 {1896} 74,75 {1896} B - Width 48.5 {1229} 48.5 {1229} C - Depth 51.0 {1296} 51.0 {1296} D - Control height 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} E - Control width 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} F - Control depth 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 550 {249} 550 {249} Shipping 700 {318} 700 {318}

Voltage total amps

115V/1 phase/60 hz 6.3 6.3 230V/1 phase/50 hz 3.2 3.2

Compressed air requirements

Discharge valves 90 psi @ 0.2 ft

/min {6 bars @ 0.09

liters/sec}; 1/4 in. NPT fitting

Maximum loader sizes

20 inch loaders - number of loaders 4 2 15 inch loaders - number of loaders NA 2 8 inch loaders - number of loaders NA 2

SPECIFICATION NOTES

Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft3pelletized

material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

†

‡ TB900-4 hopper positions three and four are supplied with

12-8 adapters with eight inch cover plates as standard. TB900-6 hopper positions three and six are supplied with 12-8 adapters and eight inch cover plates as standard.

Specifications may change without notice, consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Top view

Front view

Side view

Control

Position 1

Position 2

‡Position 4

‡Position 3

Position 1

‡Position 4

‡Position 3

Position 2

4 position

6 position

‡Position 5

‡Position 6

NOTE: Side and front view drawings are model TB900-6. The bin positions change for a TB900-4, see the top view.

16 5

Mixing chamber access door this side of the interface.

Purchase

the optional

material drain chute

that readily installs to the chassis opening of the blender for fast

and simple cleanout.

Mounting bolt hole size (8 holes) 9/16 inch {14.0 mm}. Predrilled 8 x 8 and 16 X 16 mounting pattern as standard.

Drain chute

TrueBlend™ TB900-4

Technical Specifications

and TB900-6

TPBS028-0207

3-15/16 diameter {100}

5-15/16

{151}

1-27/32 {47}

1-15/16

{49}

19-11/16 {500}

16 {406}

8 {203}

9-27/32

5-27/32 {148}

{250}

19-7/8 {505}

9-15/16 {252}

Edition: February 2007

SPECIFICATION NOTES

Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft

pelletized material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

Specifications may change without notice, consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

Ø6

{Ø152.4}

30 {762.0}

27 {685.8}

15 {381.0}

30 {762.0}

27 {685.8}

15 {381.0}

8 {203.2}

15 {381.0}

24 {609.6}

8 {203.2} 15 {381.0} 16 {406.4}

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Top view

Front view

Side view

Control

MODELS TB1800-4 TB1800-5 TB1800-6

Performance characteristics

Batch size lbs {g} (grams or kilograms) 40 {18000} 40 {18000} 40 {18000} Maximum throughput lbs/hr

{kg/hr}* 6000 {2722} 5500 {2495} 4800 {2177}

Bin capacity - main ingredient

ft3 {liter} 6 {170} 6 {170} 6 {170}

Bin capacity - minor ingredient

ft3 {liter} 6 {170} 4 {113} 4 {113}

Maximum number of materials 4 5 6 Number of major valves 4 (5X5) 3 (5X5) 2 (5X5) Number of minor valves 0 2 (2X5) 4 (2X5)

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate 94.4 {2397.8} 94.4 {2397.8} 94.4 {2397.8} B - Width 53.0 {1346.2} 53.0 {1346.2} 53.0 {1346.2} C - Depth 53.0 {1346.2} 53.0 {1346.2} 53.0 {1346.2} D - Controller height 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} E - Controller width 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} F - Controller depth 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 1465 {665} 1498 {679} 1532 {695} Shipping 1715 {778} 1748 {793} 1782 {808}

Voltage total amps

220V/1 phase/50 hz 11.3 11.3 11.3 220V/1 phase/60 hz 11.3 11.3 11.3 240V/3 phase/60 hz 7.5 7.5 7.5 400V/3 phase/50 hz 5.0 5.0 5.0 480V/3 phase/60 hz 4.5 4.5 4.5 575V/3 phase/60 hz 3.9 3.9 3.9

Compressed air requirements

0.3 ft

/min @ 90 psi {6 bars @ 0.14 liters/sec}

3/8 in. NPT fitting

Maximum loader sizes

4 DL25 3 DL25 2 DL15 2 DL25 4 DL15

2 DL25 2 DL15 3 DL25 2 AR10 2 DL25 4 AR10

2 DL25 2 AR10 4 DL20 2 DL15

4 DL20 4 DL20 2 AR10

5 position4 position

6 position

front

NOTE: Side and front view drawings are shown for model TB1800-6.

The bin positions change for a TB1800-4 and TB1800-5 models, see the top view.

TrueBlend™ TB1800-4

Technical Specifications

TB1800-5, and TB1800-6

Edition: February 2007

SPECIFICATION NOTES

Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft

pelletized material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

Specifications may change without notice, consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Top view

Front view

Side view

Control

MODELS TB2500-4 TB2500-5 TB2500-6 Performance characteristics

Batch size lbs {g} (grams or kilograms) 55 {25000} 55 {25000} 55 {25000} Maximum throughput lbs/hr

{kg/hr}

9000 {4082} 8000 {3629} 7000 {3175}

Bin capacity - main ingredient

ft3 {liter} 10 {283} 10 {283} 10 {283}

Bin capacity - minor ingredient

ft3 {liter} 10 {283} 5 {142} 5 {142}

Maximum number of materials 4 5 6 Number of major valves 4 (6X6) 3 (6X6) 2 (6X6) Number of minor valves 0 2 (2X6) 4 (2X6)

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate 111.5 {2832.1} 111.5 {2832.1} 111.5 {2832.1} B - Width 72 {1828.0} 72 {1828.0} 72 {1828.0} C - Depth 72 {1828.0} 72 {1828.0} 72 {1828.0} D - Controller height 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} E - Controller width 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} F - Controller depth 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 2483 {1126} 2531 {1148} 2580 {1170} Shipping 2783 {1262} 2831 {1080} 2880 {1306}

Voltage total amps

240V/3 phase/60 hz 10.3 10.3 10.3 400V/3 phase/50 hz 7.7 7.7 7.7 480V/3 phase/60 hz 6.4 6.4 6.4 575V/3 phase/60 hz 5.6 5.6 5.6

Compressed air requirements

0.3 ft

/min @ 90 psi {6 bars @ 0.14 liters/sec}

3/8 in. NPT fitting

Maximum loader sizes

Number of 25 inch loaders 4 5 6

1 2

NOTE: Side and front view drawings are shown for model TB2500-6. The bin positions change for a TB2500-4 and TB2500-5 models, see the top view.

4 position

front

5 position

front

6 position

front

TrueBlend™ TB2500-4

Technical Specifications

TB2500-5 and TB2500-6

TPBS032-0706

Ø8

15 {381.0}

10 {252.7}

19 {482.6}

35 {889.0}

38 {965.2}

19 {482.6}

38 {965.2}

35 {889.0}

10 {252.7} 15 {381.0} 20 {508.0}

{Ø203.2}

20 {508.0}

Edition: February 2007

TrueBlend™ TB3500-4

Technical Specifications

TPBS033-0706

Side view

Front view

NOTE: Side and front view drawings are shown for model TB3500-6. The bin positions change for a TB3500-4 and TB3500-5 models, see the top view.

TB3500-5, and TB3500-6

Top view

1 2

front

5 position

Control

4 position

front

5 position

MODELS TB3500-4 TB3500-5 TB3500-6 Performance characteristics

Batch size lbs {g} 77 {35000} 77 {35000} 77 {35000} Maximum throughput lbs/hr Bin capacity - main ingredient Bin capacity - minor ingredient

{kg/hr}* 12000 {5443} 11000 {4990} 10000 {4536}

ft3 {liter} 18 {510} 18 {510} 18 {510}

ft3 {liter} 18 {510} 9 {255} 9 {255}

Maximum number of materials 4 5 6 Number of major valves 4 (6X6) 3 (6X6) 2 (6X6) Number of minor valves 0 2 (2X6) 4 (2X6)

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height above mounting plate 156 {3962} 156 {3962} 156 {3962} B - Width 72 {1828} 72 {1828} 72 {1828} C - Depth 72 {1828} 72 {1828} 72 {1828} D - Controller height 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} 8.25 {209.6} E - Controller width 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} 9.25 {235.0} F - Controller depth 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6} 4.75 {120.6}

Weight lbs {kg}

Installed 2982 {1353} 3049 {1383} 3115 {1413} Shipping 3282 {1489} 3349 {1519} 3415 {1549}

Voltage total amps

240V/3 phase/60 hz 10.3 10.3 10.3 400V/3 phase/50 hz 7.7 7.7 7.7 480V/3 phase/60 hz 6.4 6.4 6.4 575V/3 phase/60 hz 5.6 5.6 5.6

Compressed air requirements

0.3 ft

/min @ 90 psi {6 bars @ 0.14 liters/sec}

3/8 in. NPT fitting

Maximum loader sizes

Number of 25 inch loaders 4 5 6

MOUNTING INTERFACE

Dimensions shown in inches and {mm}.

Ø8

15 {381.0}

10 {252.7}

19 {482.6}

35 {889.0}

38 {965.2}

19 {482.6}

10 {252.7} 15 {381.0} 20 {508.0}

38 {965.2}

35 {889.0}

{Ø203.2}

SPECIFICATION NOTES

Maximum throughput rates are based on 35 lb/ft pelletized material and using all standard valve sizes. Use of reducer inserts will lower the rate shown.

Specifications may change without notice, consult with

a Conair representative for the most current information.

20 {508.0}

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TrueBlend™ Transport and Setup

4.0 Transport and setup

4.1 Unpacking

MATERIAL DAMAGE!

CAUTION!

4.2 Lifting

WARNING!

Forces that are exerted on the load cell from outside when attaching and removing the weigh bin load cell may damage the very sensitive load cell.

Î Do not use excessive force or torque is applied to the load cell.

DANGER OF INJURY!

If the weight is unevenly distributed the mixing unit may tip and injure people when it is lifted.

Î Use only the lifting lug provided to lift the mixing unit.

Fig. 4: Lifting unit

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Transport and Setup

4.3 Setup

The unit can be mounted on the processing machine or operated as a centralized mixing station. A frame with reservoir hopper and exhaust box is available if it is used as a centralized mixing station. The frame can be bolted to the floor.

Î Make sure that the base is as even as possible.

Î Make sure that the switch cabinet and main door are accessible for mainte-

nance work at all times.

Î Attach the separately supplied weigh bin carefully to prevent damage to the

load cell.

4.4 Positioning controller

Please remove the protective film on the touchscreen control for optimum performance

IMPORTANT

The controller for the TrueBlend can be fixed to the housing with two screws.

• As delivered the rear screw is used to secure the unit for transport while the front screw is attached to the screw hole. (A)

• The controller with the support can be swiveled by 90° by loosening the rear screw. (B)

• The controller can also be removed from the support and fixed to a wall or another position and connected with a 2 m (standard) or 6 m (optional) cable. The controller can be placed on a table and prevented from slipping with the four antislip feet, which are supplied with the cable.

TrueBlend™

[1] Mounting screws

[2] Rotary knob

Fig. 5: Swiveling controller

This setup not possible on model TB45

NOTE

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TrueBlend™ Transport and Setup

4.5 Making connections

4.5.1 Compressed air connection

Î Connect the air hose [1] to the compressed air connection of the unit [2].

The operating pressure must be at least 0.6 MPa (87.0 psi) (6 bar).

Î Check the operating pressure with the manometer [3] and if it is different set it

to 0.6 MPa.

Fig. 6: Connecting compressed air

No additional compressed air consumers may be connected to the unit, because this may reduce the operating pressure. If the operating pressure is

NOTE

less than 0.6 MPa the loading precision may be affected.

4.5.2 Electrical connection

Î Connect the gravimetric batch blending unit to the mains power-supply system.

Î Check that the unit functions after assembly (see 7.7

Electrical supply must be a clean power source with nothing else on the circuit (for example self-loading loaders.) The unit must be grounded to a lug by

NOTE

the sensor on the back of the unit.

[1] Air hose

[2] Compressed air connection

[3] Manometer

Startup).

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Transport and Setup

4.5.3 Hopper loader connection (option)

4 position

Position 1

Position 4

Position 2

Position 3

TrueBlend™

6 position

Position 1

Position 6

(250-900 models only)

Fig. 7: Connecting hopper loaders

Position 2

Position 4Position 5

Position 3

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TrueBlend™ Structure and Function

5.0 Structure and function

5.1 Structure of the unit

[1] Hopper loader

[2] Supply hopper a. TB 45 (4 quick access bins) b. TB 100 (2 fixed, 2 quick access bins)

[3] Material

[4] Vertical dispense valve

[5] Weighed batch

[6] Level Sensor

[7] Manual side gate

(Machine mount)

[8] Mixing agitator

[9] Mixed batch

[10] Mixing chamber

[11] Load cell

[12] Pneumatic cylinder

[13] Weigh bin

[14] Cover for vertical valve assembly

Fig. 8: Side view of unit

(Typical illustration for the TB45 and TB100.)

Pneumatic slide gate is supplied when a blender is remote mounted, (ie. on surge bin, floor stand,

etc.) and replaces the manual slide gate. The pneumatic discharge slide gate is not installed if a

manual slide is installed and the unit is mounted directly on the injection molding machine.

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Structure and Function

5.2 Brief description of the functional units

(Item numbers refer to diagram on previous page)

The TrueBlend meters and mixes free-flowing plastic granulate (regrind and natural material) and additives. The unit mixes four to six materials, depending on model and configuration.

For example, the unit has four material hoppers [2] with mounting flanges for one hopper loader cone valves [4] and are fed to the weigh bin [13], which is mounted on a load cell [11]. The pneumatic cylinder [12] opens the weigh bin.

The mixture (batch) [5] falls into the mixing chamber [10] and is mixed by an electrically powered mixer [8]. The mixing chamber holds three batches. After mixing the batch [9] the mixing chamber is emptied by the pneumatic discharge slide gate (remote mount) [7]. Approximately one batch remains in the mixing chamber to ensure that the next batch can be optimally mixed.

The operation of the TrueBlend is by a PLC controller. The controller receives a signal to feed material from the capacitive level sensor [6] in the mixing chamber (see also 9.5.1 Adjust or replace level sensor

[1] each. All components are dispensed by pneumatic vertical

TrueBlend™

5.3 Layout of the material hoppers

4 position

Position 1

Position 4

Front door – (mix chamber)

Fig. 9: Layout of the material hoppers

Position 3

Position 2

Position 1 and 2, Main components

Position 3 and 4, Additive components

Controller location

The material hoppers can be loaded with hopper loaders or by hand.

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TrueBlend™ Structure and Function

5.3.1 For four component blenders

Based on the blender size, the volume of the blender material hopper can vary.

On smaller blenders, material hoppers can be removable after unlocking the retainer mechanism used for securing the hopper. This is true with all positions on the TB45 series and color/additive positions (3&4) on the TB100 series. See chart below:

Model Pos 1 & 2 Pos 3 & 4

TB45 Removablewith tool Removable with tool

TB100 Fixed Removable with tool

TB250R-4 Fixed Removable with tool

TB250-4 Fixed Fixed

TB500-4 Fixed Fixed

TB900-4 Fixed Fixed

TB1800-4 Fixed Fixed

TB2500-4 Fixed Fixed

TB3500-4 Fixed Fixed

5.3.2 For six component blenders

Six component TB blenders are also available for handling five or six component blends, or for staging additional components used in different recipes. The following chart and drawing illustrates these combinations.

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Structure and Function

Position 6

Front door – (mix chamber)

Fig.10; Layout of six component material hoppers

All the following six component blenders utilize fixed hopper positions:

Model Pos 1 & 2 Pos 3 & 4 Pos 5 & 6

TB250-6 Fixed Fixed Fixed

TB500-6 Fixed Fixed Fixed

TB900-6 Fixed Fixed Fixed

TB1800-5/6 Fixed Fixed Fixed

TB2500-5/6 Fixed Fixed Fixed

TB3500-5/6 Fixed Fixed Fixed

Position 1

6 position

Position 2

Position 4Position 5

Position 3

TrueBlend™

Pos 1 & 2, Main components

Pos 3 & 6, Main or additive

components

Pos 4 & 5, Additive components

Controller location

5.4 Operating modes

The TrueBlend operates in three different operating modes:

• Gravimetric mode: all components are metered and weighed in sequence.

• Volumetric mode: all components are metered in sequence without weigh-

ing.

• Combined mode: a gravimetric cycle is followed by an adjustable number

of volumetric cycles.

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5.4.1 Gravimetric mode

The metering sequence is identical as outlined below with every metering cycle unless Precision Additive™ (PREC) is selected:

1 The regrind is metered by the vertical cone valve as a percentage of the

whole batch and fed into the weigh bin.

2 The required quantity of natural material is calculated by the controller and

dispensed as the next component.

3 The additive natural (Add N) is metered as percentage of the natural mate-

rial(s).

4 The additive batch (Add B) is metered as a percentage of the total batch.

The remainder of the cycle is the same with all operating modes and is described in

5.2 Brief description of the functional units.

5 Precision Additive™ applies to a low percentage (<2%) color or additive

natural material which is a critical component of the process. The Precision Additive can only be applied to one additive natural position. When selected that material is dispensed before the natural material, but after regrind if being used. The Precision Additive™ is dispensed and weighed. Then the natural material is dispensed and adjusted for any minor variation with the Precision Additive™ to assure the proper ratio; thereby, assuring this critical component is held to the actual target setting. Then the balance (if selected) of additive naturals are dispensed to their setpoint percentages of the weighted naturals, followed by any additive batch components.

5.4.2 Volumetric mode

Volumetric mode is an emergency mode and must only be used if the weighing system fails or in special circumstances.

The metering sequence is identical with every metering cycle.

1 First the regrind, then the virgin material is metered through the respective

vertical valves by time control and filled into the weigh bin. The load cell does not operate in volumetric mode.

2 The additives/batch and additive color are added last through the smaller

vertical valves by time control.

The remainder of the cycle is the same with all operating modes and is described in

5.2 Brief description of the functional units.

5.4.3 Combined mode

In combined mode one gravimetric cycle is followed by up to eight volumetric cycles (number is adjustable). The total material throughput can be increased by eliminating the weighing times. The metering cycle is described in

5.4.1 Gravimetric mode.

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6.0 Start-up

Please remove the protective film on the touchscreen control for optimum performance

IMPORTANT

Familiarize yourself with the basic functions of the controller before start-up (see chapter 7.7).

7.0 Operation

The TrueBlend series blender is controlled at the touchscreen on the operator station controller. It can be swung forward for ease of use (see also 4.4 Positioning controller).

The operation of the TrueBlend with four components and with conveying is described below. If the loader symbol is disabled in the start screen of your controller (see

TrueBlend™

7.3.1), you can ignore the section 7.19 Hopper loaders.

7.1 Switching on

The following prerequisites apply for operation of the unit:

• The unit is correctly wired (see

• The compressed air is connected (see

• All material hoppers are filled with the correct material.

7.1.1 Switch on main switch

Î Switch the main switch to "l" (ON).

4.5.2).

4.5.1).

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The start screen appears. You are at operating level "0".

• Press the icon for the gravimetric batch blending unit (TrueBlend symbol) to open the "TrueBlend Status" screen.

• IF your unit has the blender/loader control option,

• Press the icon for the hopper loader to open the "Loader Status" screen.

If you did not purchase the blender/loader control package, you will not see the loader icon

NOTE

The screen with the logout button is only displayed if the operating level is not "0".

• Press to switch to other operating levels (see Logging in/logging out)

7.6

When logging out of operating levels "1", "2" and "3" you automatically switch to level "0" and the logout button disappears.

If there is no input, the "TrueBlend Status" screen is automatically displayed after 60 seconds.

7.2 Menu structure

For an overview of the menu structure with the various operating levels (Levels 1-3) see the appendix (see

7.3 Navigation

he navigation bar is at the bottom of the screen.

t contains the following buttons:

11.1).

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7.3.1 Explanation of the navigation buttons

OVERVIEW (UNIT HOME)

Press this button to open the program start screen.

The button is visible but disabled on the "Overview" start screen.

System settings menu

SETTINGS

From the overview screen, press this button to open a screen that enables access to various settings.

TrueBlend™

The associated settings are called from the "Overview" screen. The button is visible but disabled on the "Settings" screen.

Blending settings menu

SETTINGS

This screen is accessible from the TrueBlend status screen.

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Loader settings screen

SETTINGS

This screen is accessible from the “Loader Status” and all other loader screens.

Alarm overview screen

ALARM

In the event of an alarm message press this button to gain direct access to the alarm overview.

The button is visible but disabled on the "Alarm Overview" screen.

This screen is accessible from all screens.

Dry contact available for operating remote light or horn

NOTE

Back button

BACK

Press this back button on any screen to return to the previous screen.

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Disabled button

Help button

HELP

Press this button to find help on specific functions (online help is not yet implemented). This is an example of a help screen.

DISABLED

Navigation bar functions that are not available are disabled (grayed out).

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7.3.2 Explanation of keypad screens

Input with keypad

When operating the controller you are prompted to input numbers or words.

When the relevant input field is pressed a numeric or alphabetical keypad (separate capital and lower case) opens, which you can use to make your inputs.

• Confirm your input with

In the alphabetical lowercase keypad you can press

In the numeric keypad you can press

to open the numeric keypad.

to open the alphabetical upper-case keypad and then press

Use the

to open the lower-case keypad.

field to input spaces, colons and

slashes.

If you cannot switch from the alphabetic to the numeric keypad or vice versa, the fields are disabled (grayed out).

Input with dropdown menu

When operating the controller you are prompted to select one of the multiple values of a dropdown menu.

• Press the arrow.

The dropdown menu opens.

• Select the relevant entry and highlight it by

pressing it.

The value is imported into the input field.

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Scroll

Press the right/left arrows to scroll forward and back (e.g. with settings for components or recipes).

7.3.3 Explanation of additional screen icons

Alarm display

In the event of an alarm a warning triangle is displayed at the top right corner. The alarm mode can be set to specify when an alarm is displayed and how the unit behaves (see mode

7.9.3 Input Alarm

Operating level

TrueBlend™

The operating level is shown at top left. There are four operating levels. The operating levels are 0, 1, 2, and 3 (See

7.6.1 User levels and password in-

put).

Time and station name display

The top bar of the screen shows the current time and the station names. (Blender ID)

The time and station name can be set in the "Sys-

7.15

tem Setup" screen (see

System setup).

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7.4 Starting and stopping the blending process

7.4.1 Starting blender process (with set values or factory setting)

Î Press the blender icon.

The “TrueBlend Status” screen opens.

Î Press the

button to start the blending process automatically with the last set values or the factory settings.

The button signals

. (green bar)

7.4.2 Stopping the blending process

Î Press the

button to stop the metering

and mixing process.

The button changes to

current batch will run until it is finished. When fin-

ished the display changes to

(yellow bar). The

(gray bar).

7.4.3 Restarting after EMERGENCY STOP

Î Switch the main power switch on.

Switching on within two minutes: the unit continues the interrupted process. This function is used to keep downtime in the event of a short power interruption as short as possible. The screen that was last open before switching off or power failure is opened.

Switching on after more than two minutes: the internal functions are completely reset after switching on. The start screen appears.

If the metering cycle is interrupted, the material in the weigh bin must be removed manually before restarting.

NOTE

This will prevent an incorrect mix ratio.

Î Remove the weigh bin carefully to prevent damage to the load cell and

7.12

empty it (see also

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7.5 Turning off the power

7.5.1 Stopping the blender at the end of a cycle

Î From the “Blender Status” screen.

Î Press the

If an alarm message is received when switching off and the unit does not switch off, see chapter 8 Alarms messages and trouble-shooting

NOTE

7.5.2 Switching off in emergency

Î Switch the main switch off.

button.

The cycle is stopped. The button switches to

batch is finished to

TrueBlend™

(yellow bar), after the

(gray bar).

The power supply is interrupted. If the cone valve was open, it is closed. All other machine movement is stopped immediately. The batch is not finished.

The main switch can also be locked manually with a lock.

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7.6 Logging in/logging out

7.6.1 User levels and password input (for service users only!) (Level 3)

The system covers several user levels:

NOTE

• Level (no password protection)

• Level (password: 3333)

• Level (password: 2222)

• Level (password: 1111)

After logging out operating level "0" is opened. Then the user level can be changed by entering the relevant password.

When you select functions that are not part of your current user level, e.g. calibration of the scales at user level "0" or "1", you will be prompted for a password to change the operating level.

This is not explicitly mentioned in the following examples.

Example of password input:

: enables access to all guest functions

: enables access to all operator functions

: enables access to all setup functions

: enables access to all service functions

Î Enter the relevant password.

The operating level is changed.

7.6.2 Changing password (for service users only!) (Level 3)

With level 3 access you will have the ability to view all levels of passwords and will be able to change all passwords. Level 0 and 1 can not view or change passwords.

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7.6.3 Auto logout (for service users only!) (Level 3)

The system has an auto logout function. This enables the system to return to operating level "0" after a specified period (default value = 15 min).

Î From the “Overview” screen,

Press

The "Settings" screen appears.

Î Press to open "Password

Setup".

TrueBlend™

NOTE

If you want to change the password press on the field beside the user level and the calculator will appear allowing you to change the password. If you change a password it is important that you note your new password. If you forget your password, contact Conair Service.

Î Press the field beside auto logout

(min) and enter the number of minutes before you will be automatically logged out.

The input of "00" means that the user is never automatically logged out. In this case logout is only possible with the logout button.

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7.6.4 Parameters/Global Reset (for service users only!) (Level 3)

IMPORTANT

The overscreen

Î Press the button beside "Parameters".

Please contact Conair service before attempting to make a change to the parameters, number or value. Currently,

there are no parameter functions that can be set or changed.

The "Control Variable" screen opens.

Î Assign a parameter number and a pa-

rameter value (no function currently set).

Î Press

or depending on whether the parameters should be readout or set (no function currently set).

Î Press

at "Global Reset" to reset the controller completely. (Defaults to the home screen.)

A "Global Reset" can also be done by switching off the unit for more than two minutes. Once “off” is pressed the unit will default to the home screen.

Î Press the

button to toggle from “off” to “on” at "Diagnostic Report" to create accuracy reports for the service. (Refer to Section 7.14 for connection options.)

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7.7 Start-up

Please remove the protective film on the touchscreen control for optimum performance

IMPORTANT

7.7.1 Checking functions in manual mode

WARNING!

All mechanical parts can be manually actuated with the "Manual Mode" function.

If a vertical valve or the mix discharge is opened in manual mode, they are closed automatically by switching the main power switch to OFF or if the power fails.

DANGER OF INJURY!

If you reach into the mix discharge or the dosing unit when the compressed air supply is connected, hand injury may be the result.

Î Never reach into the mix discharge or dosing unit.

TrueBlend™

Conditions for operation

The safety door must be closed.

Î In the "Overview" screen press the

TrueBlend icon.

The “TrueBlend Status” screen appears.

Î Press

The "Settings" screen appears.

Î Press

to start manual mode.

Now you can operate the material hoppers, weigh bins, mixers and discharge slide gates if supplied.

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If the unit is running or is being calibrated, it is locked to prevent testing of the manual operation.

NOTE

Testing alarm beacon

Î Press and hold the

button to check that the alarm beacon and horn operates. These devices are located on the door of the electrical power box.

Checking material hoppers

The icons that display the status of the hoppers are at the top of the screen.

Î Press the

buttons in sequence to check that the various material hoppers valves can be opened and closed. (Shown are four hoppers, if your unit has six, all six will be displayed only on the 250, 500, 900, 1800, 2500 and 3500 models.)

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Checking weigh bins, mixers and discharge slide gates

Press the buttons beside the unit icon to test the function of the weigh and mix chamber components.

Î Press the first button to open and close

the weigh bin.

Î Press the middle button to switch the

mixer on and off.

Î Press the bottom button to open and

close the optional discharge slide gate.

or (Flow control valve)

TrueBlend™

Note: Only functions when a pneumatic

discharge slide gate is installed.

Î Make sure that all parts of the unit can

be opened and closed:

Testing the mix chamber safety interlock switch

The safety door must be closed .

Î Press

The "Settings" screen appears.

Î Press

to start manual mode.

Only functions when a pneumatic discharge slide gate is installed.

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Î To the right of the mixer icon press the

middle

or .

The mixing blades must rotate.

Î Open the safety door.

The mixing blades must stop.

Î Close the safety door.

The mixing blades should rotate again.

This screen mask will only be closed when all actions have been completed.

When you open the door, the mask will appear, indicating an alarm condition.

NOTE

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7.7.2 Calibrating

Conair recommends performing a manual calibration at start-up or material change with a dramatic change in the bulk density of the material being

NOTE

blended. This allows the blender to reach its optimal working point more quickly.

7.7.2.1 Calibrating load cell(s):

Calibrating scales - zero calibration

The scales are calibrated at the factory. The zero calibration is made to set the scales to "0". During shipment and/or operation minor deviations may occur, e.g. from single pellets of material remaining in the weigh bin or positioning of the weigh bin on the load cell support bracket. However, the controller runs an internal zero calibration tare before every cycle.

Calibrating scales - full calibration

A manual full weight calibration is only required after a fault, replacement of load cell(s) or for scale certification. The calibration must be conducted by authorized personnel only. The reference weights are as shown below for the various models:

Conditions

TrueBlend™

The weigh bin must be empty.

Î In the "Overview" screen press the

TrueBlend icon.

The "TrueBlend Status" screen opens.

Î Press

The "Settings" screen appears.

Î Press

to open the "Scale Calibra-

tion" screen.

The "Scale Calibration" screen appears. It can only be calibrated with the blender stopped. The main power remains on.

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Zero calibration

Î Press

"0" is displayed for "Actual Weight".

Full calibration (for service users only!) (Level 3)

Î Press

to open the "Full Cali-

bration" screen.

Before the "Full Calibration" screen appears, you will be reminded that a full calibration cannot be interrupted:

Î Press "Continue" if you want to pro-

ceed with the full calibration.

Î Press "Abort" to stop the full calibra-

tion.

Î Make sure that the weigh bin is empty

of material.

Î Press “Enter” to confirm.

A reference weight of 1250 g is assumed as the factory setting for a TrueBlend 100 series blender or 750 g for a TrueBlend 045 series model.

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Model Calibration Weight

TB045 750 g

TB100 1,250 g

TB250 3,000 g

TB500 6,000 g

TB900 10,000 g

TB1800 22,000 g

TB2500 30,000 g

TB3500 50,000 g

Î If you wish to change the reference

weight, press the number input field and enter the desired weight.

Î Confirm the value with

TrueBlend™

Î Place the reference weight in the weigh

bin and confirm with

The current weight is compensated and

displayed.

The full calibration is complete.

Î Confirm with

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7.7.2.2 Calibrating material throughput

The material throughput calibration is automatically run on startup and is selfoptimizing during production.

The respective dispensing valve(s) are run with reduced batch weight(s) at startup. The optimum working point is set after several batches. A high mixing precision is quickly reached with a small quantity of material. Finally it is switched to the preset batch weight.

Conair recommends performing a manual calibration at start-up or material change with a dramatic change in the bulk density of the material being

NOTE

blended. This allows the blender to reach its optimal working point more quickly.

Conditions

The weigh bin must be empty.

Î Press on a material hopper on the

"BLENDER Status" screen.

Î Press on a material hopper on the

"TrueBlend Totals" screen.

The "Setup Component" screen appears.

Î Press

to open the "Material

calibration" screen.

The "Material calibration" screen appears.

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"1" indicates the material hopper number. You can scroll forward and back with the arrows.

Î Press

for material hopper "1".

Î Press again to empty the weigh

bin.

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Important:

Î Run the process for all components that

require calibration.

The screen cannot be closed until the procedure is completed.

For input of the material percentages, see section 7.9.1 Input

of material percentages.

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7.7.3 Input TrueBlend Model/Name (for service users only!) (Level 3)

Î In the "Overview" screen press the

TrueBlend icon.

The "TrueBlend Status" screen opens.

Î Press

The "Settings" screen appears.

Î Press

to open the

"TrueBlend Model/Name" screen.

The "TrueBlend Model/Name" screen appears.

Î Select the appropriate TrueBlend

model in the dropdown menu (Model 45/100/250/500/900/1800/2500/3500).

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7.7.4 Input TrueBlend name

Î In the "Overview" screen press the

TrueBlend icon.

The "TrueBlend Status" screen opens.

Î Press

The "Settings" screen appears.

Î Press

Model/Name" screen.

The "TrueBlend Model/Name" screen appears.

Î Assign a name to the unit with alpha-

numeric keypad to give it a unique identification.

to open the "TrueBlend

TrueBlend™

Î Confirm with

7.7.5 Activating Batch Setting

Î From the Blender Status screen,

press the Settings navigation button.

The blender Settings screen will appear as shown at right. The bottom panel on this screen allows one to access the Batch Mode screen where the Batch Mode of operation can be Turned On and setup for the amount of blended material in that batch.

Setting the blender in the Batch Mode

In normal operation the blender will continue to make individual blended batches of material until the level sensor is satisfied or the blender is turned off by the selection button on the Blender Status screen. When placed in the Batch Mode the blender will blend the current settings or recipe until the preset Batch Weight is accomplished and then stop.

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Î To activate the Batch Mode, press the

off button in the top panel position.

The “gray” button will change to “green” indicating this mode is now activated.

Î Next enter the target weight in the

next panel position.

The units will be either “lbs” or “kg”. If you need to change from one to the other, please refer to section 7.15 System Setup.

Î To start the blender operating, return

to the Blender Status screen and press the “On/Off” button.

The blender will then begin to weigh the target value. You can return to the Batch Mode screen and monitor process as this is being done.

The actual weighed value will be at least the target value you have entered plus up to one additional weighed batch of the blender model you are using. The

NOTE

reason being that the blender can’t stop in the middle of an individual batch, but the actual total weight will be indicated and all the ingredients will be included in correct proportions.

The next panel position on this screen will display the “Current Weight” which could be a portion of the target value if one is viewing during operation or the target weight if the blender has finished.

The last panel on this screen displays the status of the batch mode which can be; --(if the batch Mode is not activated), “Running” (if in the process of making a Batch), “Finished” (if the targeted batch has been completed) or “Stopped” (appears after the previous Batch amount has been reset).

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NOTE

TrueBlend™

When the target value has been reached, a screen mask will appear indicating “Target weight of the dispense has been reached”. There is an acknowledge button “OK” to remove the message.

Reaching the preset target weight will also stop the blender operation. To begin another Batch after resetting, return to the Blender Status screen and press the On/Off button.

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7.8 Blending process

7.8.1 Assigning components – factory default setting

The components are assigned at the factory as follows:

Component 1: regrind

Component 2: natural material

Component 3: additive/natural (color)

Component 4: additive/natural (color)

Component 5: additive/natural (color)

Component 6: additive/natural (color)

The assignment of the components can also be changed (see 7.9

Position 1

Position 4

Front door – mix chamber

Fig. 11: Layout of the material hoppersfour position models (All models)

Component setup).

4 position

Position 2

Position 3

Controller location

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6 position

Position 1

Position 6

Position 2

Position 3

Position 4Position 5

Front door – mix chamber

Fig.12: Layout of the material hoppers – six position models (only available on TB250, TB500, TB900, TB1800, TB2500, and TB3500)

Controller location

TrueBlend™

Position 1 Position 2

Position 3

Position 5 Position 4

a. Five Position

Position 1 Position 2

Position 6

Position 5 Position 4

b. Six Position

Fig.13: Layout of five and six position models – (only available on TB1800, TB2500, and TB3500)

Position 3

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7.8.2 Example of a mixing process

Initial values: Total batch weight: 1000 g (TB Model TB100)

Number of materials: 4

Settings: Regrind: 20%

Natural material: AUTO (100% of balance batch after R, AB and AN taken out

Additive batch: 10%

Additive natural (Color): 2%

Calculation: Regrind: R = Total weight of batch × Percentage of

regrind

1000 g × 20% = 200 g

Additive: AB = Batch

1000 g × 10% = 100 g

Natural material: N = 100%

700 g × 100% = 686.3 g

Additive natural (Color): AN =

686 g × 2% = 13.7 g

Total weight of batch × Percentage of

additive

Natural material and additive natural (color) = 102%

Natural material × Percentage of

× Percentage of

natural material

700

1.02

686.3 ×.02

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7.8.3 Typical dispense cycle based (7.8.2) settings

1st Step: regrind is metered

regrind 20% of total weight = 200 g

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2nd Step: Natural material is calculated

as 100% of the balance of batch = 686 g

(automatically calculated/metered)

3rd Step: additive natural is metered

(Color) 2% of N = 13.7 g

(automatically calculated/metered)

4th Step: additive batch is metered

10% of total weight = 100 g

(automatically calculated/metered)

The controller must be set to match this sequence.

The percentage of natural material is automatically calculated by the controller. [Sum of Natural(s) material = 100 %]. The percentages of the additive naturals are always based on the natural(s) material. The percentages of the additive batch is always based on the entire batch and therefore are metered last.

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If too much or too little was metered in a batch, this is compensated accordingly

The metering process is self-optimizing on the next batch. The regrind is metered first and deducted from the total batch weight. If there is more than one virgin material, the percentages are interpreted as ratios of the virgin materials and dispensed next.

If there are multiple additive naturals or additive batches, they are metered in order of ascending percentage of the total regardless of the sequence of the supply hoppers.

7.9 Component setup

The material component values for a batch are entered as percentages.

Conditions

The "TrueBlend Status" and "TrueBlend Totals" screens show the various material hoppers with the factory material assignment. The material types in the material hoppers can also be changed. The outer number in the hoppers shows the set value for the batch in % (TrueBlend Status) or the total weight in kg (TrueBlend Totals).

Î Press the relevant supply hopper to

open the "Setup Component" screen.

Î Make the following settings for all com-

ponents.

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7.9.1 Input of material percentages

Î Input the percentage for the material

component by pressing the input field beside "Percent %".

Î Input the value with the numeric key-

pad. Note: If using multiple naturals, they must equal 100%.

Î Confirm the value with

The metering rate in g/s is automatically learned by the system, but by completing a manual calibration the blender hones in on the rate with greater precision.

7.9.2 Input of Material type

Î After "Mat. type" input the component

for the supply hopper.

TrueBlend™

Î Select the desired component --- (a

series of three dashes indicates an unused hopper and can be assigned to any position. It is important to note that if you are not using a hopper, material type must be set to “---“), regrind, natural material, additive batch, additive natural, or Precision Additive™ (The Precision Additive™ can only be assigned to one additive natural position on the blender.)

Î Factory default settings are position 1,

Reg.; position 2, Nat.; position 3, AddN; position 4, AddN; position 5 (if applicable), Off; position 6 (if applicable), Off.

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7.9.3 Input Alarm mode

Every material component can be assigned a specific alarm mode. The alarm mode shows the alarm response to overmetering or undermetering. The "Warn" mode is set for regrind and “stop” for natural and additives at the factory:

Î Press the down arrow for the selection

box and select the desired alarm mode.

• ------: No alarm message, unit continues to run without message.

• Warn.: Alarm message is displayed, but unit continues to run.

• Stop: Alarm message is displayed, unit is stopped.

7.9.4 Input Dosing retries

The “Dos. retry” specifies how often material dispensing will be retried in the event of undermetering before an alarm is displayed (if alarm mode is set to "Warn" or "Stop", see

7.9.3 Input Alarm mode). The factory setting is 4. (i.e. material will attempt four times to obtain target weight. If it fails an alarm will occur).

Î Input the value for metering attempts

with the numeric keypad.

Î Confirm the value with

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7.10 TrueBlend Setup

Operating mode, batch weight, mixing time and interval time can be set in TrueBlend Setup.

Î Press the TrueBlend body icon (green

column) in the center of the "TrueBlend Status" screen.

Î The TrueBlend setup will come up.

TrueBlend™

7.10.1 Setting Operating mode

The operating mode specifies whether the unit will operate gravimetrically, volumetrically or in mixed operating mode (see

Î Press the dropdown menu and select

the operating mode.

• grav.: all components are metered and weighed in sequence (gravimetrically).

• volu.: all components are metered in sequence without weighing (volumetrically).

• mix. 1-8: a gravimetric cycle is followed by a number (1-8) of volumetric cycles. The number shows how many volumetric cycles will follow a gravimetric cycle.

5.3.1 Operating modes).

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7.10.2 Setting Weigh Bin Batch weight

Materials with a lower bulk densities (ca. <35 lb/cu ft) may not fit in the weigh bin and granulate may overflow. The batch weight must be reduced in this case. The factory setting is 900 g for the TB100 model or 400 g for the TB045 model, (see chart below).

Model Batch Weight Min Weight Maximum Weight

TB045 400 g 280 g 480 g

TB100 900 g 630 g 1100 g

TB250 2500 g 1750 g 3000 g

TB500 4000 g 2800 g 5000 g

TB900 8100 g 5700 g 9800 g

TB1800 1800 g 12600 g 21600 g

TB2500 25000 g 17500 g 30000 g

TB3500 35000 g 24500 g 42000 g

Î Press the input field beside "Batch

Weight and input the desired batch weight with the keypad.

Î Confirm the value with

If the minimum value is not reached, the minimum value from the chart is automatically input. If the maximum value is exceeded, the maximum allowable value is automatically input.

The batch weight can also be increased for heavy bulk materials. This will make the material throughput in lbs/hr somewhat higher.

Î Make sure that the weigh bin does not

overflow.

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7.10.3 Setting Mixing time

The mixing time shows how long a batch is mixed after discharge from the mixer. The factory setting is 10 to 15 seconds, depending on model.

Î Press the input field beside "Mix. time"

and input the desired duration in seconds with the keypad.

Î Confirm the value with

7.10.4 Setting the Interval time

The interval time shows the time for which the mixer will “jog” several rotations to ensure that the mixing blades do not stop in front of the sensor and thus generate a "FULL" message. The factory setting is 30 seconds.

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Î Press the input field beside "Interval

(s)" and input the desired duration in seconds with the keypad.

Î Confirm the value with

7.10.5 Setting Damping

The following settings are available for impact and vibration damping:

Î Select values < 2 to increase the sensi-

tivity of the scales.

Î Select values > 2 to reduce the sensi-

tivity of the scales and to reduce alarm messages.

The factory setting for damping is "2".

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7.10.6 Advanced Operation Settings (Password level 3 only)

Advanced Operation Settings are accessed through the Operating Times (Oper. Times) tab from the blender settings screen.

Extrusion process (100%)

The parameters that are accessible through these menus are available for advanced users, unusual operating conditions, or setup of the control for blender retrofit applications. It should not be necessary for these parameters to be changed in the majority of cases. Please consult with Conair service before you change any of these parameters.

A. Settling times

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The settling time is the time after a component dispensed into the weigh bin, while multiple weight reading are taken. (This time allows the material to settle and the load cells to recover from the dumping process before the final weight reading is taken.) The time should be entered in milliseconds For example, in the above screen shot 1500 milliseconds is entered which equals 1.5 seconds. For most Trueblend applications the default time of 1500 milliseconds should be acceptable. In retrofit applications where slow screw feeders are used these times may need to be increased to allow the material to drop from the feeders.

B. Batch times

Batch Settling time – The Batch settling time is the time prior to beginning a

batch, where the blender waits for the weigh bin to settle and return to the tare weight.

Weigh Bin Open time – The weigh bin open time is the time that the weigh bin is actually open as the material is dumped into the mixing chamber.

Second Dump time – The second dump time is the length of time that the weigh bin opens a second time to knock off any additional material that may remain in the weigh bin. This feature is used on the TB45 and TB100 blenders.

Flow Control Valve time – The flow valve time is the time that the material valve under the mixing chamber is open to allow the material to exit the mixing chamber. (When this option is included)

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Batch time screen – The “Start %” refers to the size of the first 7 batches. The

blender reduces the batch size of the first seven batches to avoid overfilling the weigh bin before the correct flow rate is known. The default is 50%, but when the target weight is only a few grams of any component, 50% is difficult to achieve and often results in alarms.

Extrusion Mode button – The extrusion mode button, when selected, ensures that the blender will only run if all components add up to between 99 and 101%. A warning hand will be displayed above the ON/OFF button to

prevent starting. If the percentages are changed while the blender is running, a warning message will be displayed and the blender will stop the current process.

NOTE

When in Extrusion Mode do not change the recipe while the blender is operating..

When operating in “Extrusion Mode” it is also important that all material positions be set as the same material type, “Naturals” (N).

This will ensure proper ratios of the ingredients are maintained and the “Alarm” mode (selectable from the component setup screen) be set to “Stop”.

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C. Dosing Rates

The Dosing rates are the flow rates in gm/sec of each component in the mix. This is the same value as is displayed on the individual component screens. In normal operation the dosing rate starts with a default value and the default value is modified by the blender software during a material calibration, or as blending progresses, to reflect the actual material flow rate seen for each component.

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7.11 Working with recipes

Recipes are used so constant and recurring production processes can simply be called up instead of being input again and again. The controller can store up to 50 recipes.

The recipe must be called before recipe data can be changed, i.e. it must be active.

NOTE

7.11.1 Calling recipe status

Î Press "Recipe" in the "TrueBlend

Status" screen to view the recipe status.

Î The recipe screen will appear

7.11.2 Assigning an order number

Î Using the alphanumeric keypad assign

an order number or job number.

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7.11.3 Save a new recipe

Î Press

and to save the recipe.

7.11.4 Naming a recipe

Î Use the scroll arrows to select a stor-

age location for the recipe or input a storage location number directly.

Î Assign a recipe name with the keypad.

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to assign a recipe name

A recipe name has a maximum of eight characters (alpha-numeric).

Î Confirm the value with

Î Press to save the recipe.

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The formula for all components is displayed below in the component view.

When it is saved the current data are transferred to the preselected recipe name. Existing recipes can also be overwritten with this method.

Saving is only possible if a recipe name has been assigned. Otherwise a warning is displayed and the recipe is not saved.

NOTE

Error message

Î Press on the input field and assign a

recipe name.

Î Press

7.11.5 Deleting a recipe

Î Press

to save the recipe.

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Î Select the recipe that you want to de-

lete with the scroll arrows or by direct input.

Î Press

The recipe is deleted from the memory.

7.11.6 Load/view a recipe

Î Press

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Î Select the recipe that you want to load

with the scroll arrows or by direct input.

Î Press

The recipe is loaded and the formula for all components can be viewed.

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7.12 Changing material in a blender component (also valid for all other components)

7.12.1 Detachable Material Hopper Procedure

Detachable material hopper for TB45 (4 bins) and TB100 (2 bins) models, and TB250R (2 bins).

NOTE

and anchored, the respective loading / receiving devices can be mounted.

Captive retainer

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7.12.2 Manual cleaning:

Î Turn the power off with the main dis-

connect switch on the power cabinet

Î Disconnect compressed air

Î Open front access door and remove

the weigh bin

Î Position some type of deflector (card-

board tray) to divert material from collecting in the mix chamber to an outside drum or bucket. Also available is the Conair Drain Chute Accessory. This allows the discharge valves to be operated in the manual mode.

Î Using a “dowel rod” approximately

12 inches long, press vertically into the respective valve opening and raise the plunger cone to allow material to flow from the material compartments.

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Shown with the optional drain chute and safety interlock

Î Material will flow out of the hopper

compartment through the valve opening onto the deflector and into the drum or bucket.

Î Discharge the material completely and

clean the material hopper from the top down.

Î You may also want to clean the mate-

rial receiver at this time while accessing the gravity dump valve through the respective blender clean out door.

The optional drain chute is available from Conair.

Contact Conair Parts 1 800 458 1960

From outside of the United States, call: 814 437 6861

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Î Open the “quick-release” locks of the

mixing chamber end cover and remove it.

DANGER OF INJURY!

WARNING!

After extended operation the edges of the mixing blades can be knife-sharp and may cause injuries by cutting.

Î Wear gloves when touching or cleaning the stationary mixer.

Cleaning the mixer

Î Once the material compartment has

been cleaned, remove the deflector

Î You will now proceed to clean the mixing

chamber and shut off valve at the bottom of the chamber.

Î To fully evacuate the mixing chamber

you may need to run the mixing agitator for a short time.

Î Close the mix chamber access door.

Restore power by closing the main disconnect switch.

Î Now you can manually run the mixer for

a short time (see 7.7.1 checking functions in manual mode) to lower the material level

Î If applicable, open the discharge slide

gate at the bottom of the mix chamber.

Î Open the mix chamber access door. The

safety unlock switch will prevent operation of the mixer with the door open.

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7.12.3 Clean-out with optional drain chute with safety interlock

Î Open front access door to the mix

chamber.

Î Remove the weigh bin.

Î Position the optional drain chute to re-

direct material from collecting in the mix chamber to an outside drum or bucket.

Be sure to engage safety switch of drain chute into compartment receptacle.

NOTE

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Î In the "Overview" screen press the

TrueBlend icon.

The "TrueBlend Status" screen opens.

Î Open the "Settings" screen with

Î Press

Î Press on the appropriate material hop-

per icon to open the respective vertical valve.

Removing material

The dispense valve unit is opened and the material runs out of the material hopper through the optional deflector to the collection receptacle.

Î Discharge the material completely and

clean the material hopper from the top (use the compressed air nozzle supplied if necessary).

to switch to “manual mode”.

Î Press on the appropriate material hop-

per icon again to close the dosing unit.

Î Remove the optional drain chute.

Now you may follow the steps outlined above (cleaning the mixer) to access and clean the mix chamber and bottom discharge valve.

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7.13 Checking total throughput

You can display the total throughput of all components from the status screen.

Î Press the “Totals” icon

the total weight view.

The total weight and the batches run are displayed in the center above the TrueBlend body icon (orange column).

Î Press

the screen reset totals.

to advance to advance to

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to open

Reset

All displayed throughputs are listed in the Global Reset.

The actual throughput values are in the bottom line.

Î Press

to add the actual

total weight, the actual time and data

and the number of batches to the list.

The active register (total weight and batches) are set to "0".

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7.14 Creating reports

7.14.1 Reports for batches, shifts, recipes and scales

Î In the "Overview" screen press the

TrueBlend icon.

The "TrueBlend Status" screen opens.

Î In the "Overview" screen press

the "Settings" screen.

Î Press

to open the “Report”

selections.

• Shift report: Records individual in- gredient and total material usage during defined interval.

Î Input start time and interval time.

The report position is started daily at the specified start time and after expiry of the interval time.

• Batch report: the batch report shows the averaged batch parameters of the last three batches at the end of the cycle.

• Recipe report: the recipe report shows all available recipes with the type of material and the percentages of the various materials.

• Scale report: the scale report shows the current measured weight with the current date and time.

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7.14.2 Report generator – TrueBlend Reports

The TB_Report Software Package is available from Conair.

Contact Conair Sales. 1 800 654 6661

From outside of the United States, call: 412 312 6000

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The messages from the TrueBlend controller are sent through the message capture and report program

“TB_Reports” to a computer.

Data can be outputted either through the V 24 serial interface (RS232) or the network port (cable connection to the appropriate computer is required).

The serial interface V24 (RS232 can be enabled from the “Overview/Settings” menu

ON = serial (V24/RS232)

OFF = network (UDP)

The transmitted message types are:

• Material data

• Batch data

• Alarm messages

• Scale data

• Recipes

Reports can be created from the data filtered by data, time and unit or IP address. The reports can be displayed on screen and printed.

It is also possible to save the message files in csv format and read and edit them in spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft Excel. The TB_Report software package is available from Conair.

After starting the program

After starting the program the incoming messages are immediately received and saved as a *.rpt file if the interface is connected and configured correctly.

There is no way to switch on or off the message capture in the TB_Report.

Material data, batch data, scale data and recipes are captured via "TrueBlend Status/Settings/Reports". (optional software package)

Alarm messages are captured via "Overview/Settings".

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Main program window

7.14.3 Operation

Converting data

Î Select "File/Export data" to open the

selection dialog and select the message files that you want to convert.

Î Select "Open" to start the export and

save the file in csv format.

Maintaining files

Î Select "File/File service" to open the

maintenance window.

Î Highlight the position you want to edit

and carry out the corresponding action with the icons.

The position of the cursor (row = Z; column = S) is shown in the bottom left of the field below beside the file name of the open file.

Back up files

Î Select "File/Backup files" and select

the directory to which all message files (*.rpt) will be copied.

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Creating reports

The "Reports" menu item enables the data of the various message types to be collected.

Î Select the desired message type in

the menu.

Î Input the time range and the Unit No.

in the filter dialog.

Î Click "OK" to create the report and

display it on the screen.

Î Click "Cancel" to stop the report

creation.

Making settings

The program settings for the directories used, the serial port (ComPort), language and printer can be selected in the settings menu.

Directories

Î Select the directory where the mes-

sage files will be saved in the dialog.

ComPort

Î Select the desired ComPort settings

in the dialog.

The directories and ComPort settings are stored in the configuration file and are available next time the program is started.

Language

Î Set the operating language.

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Printer

Î Select the printer.

Changes of language and printer remain in effect until the program is closed or until the next change. They do not change system settings.

Conair UDP

Refers to network settings that do not currently exist.

Printing online

Settings for direct output of messages on screen and/or printer can be made with this function.

Î Select "Settings/Print online".

Î Select the checkbox for the desired

actions and accept them with "Apply" or "Save".

"Save" saves the specified values to the configuration file. The output to screen is the default setting.

If only one message is read, it is displayed in a new window on receipt.

The window is moved to the foreground with every message, because only the last 15 messages are displayed.

Î Press the buttons on the top edge of

the screen for other selected message types.

If the print checkbox is active, a print job is generated at the same time, to which the messages are written. They are only printed out if one page is filled or the job is terminated by closing the window.

The print button at the bottom of the screen operates independently to this and generates a printout of the currently available messages (maximum 15) in all active message windows.

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If both print modes are used simultaneously print errors may occur in some circumstances.

The status of the online checkboxes is shown in the status line:

A displayed letter represents the "Enabled" function.

M = Material data

B = Batch data

W = Scale data

R = Recipes

A = Alarms

NOTE

<P> = Print online on printer (in red)

Version

Î Select the "Info" menu.

The current version and the build data are displayed.

For more detailed descriptions of configuration and the format of message files see the appendix.

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7.15 System setup

Different settings can be made in the system, such as station name, operating language, date and time settings and units.

Setting station name

Î Input a station name with the alphanu-

meric keypad.

Setting operating language

The operating language can be changed for the entire controller. English (factory setting), Spanish, French and German are available.

Î Select the desired language in the se-

lection menu.

After switching the language you are prompted to restart the system.

Setting date and time

Î Input the date and the time.

Make sure that there are no dots between the numbers. You have a choice of: Date format: [mmddyyyy] (USA) Date format: [ddmmyyyy] (European) Time format: [hhmmss].

Setting unit of weight

Î Select "lbs" or "kg" as the unit of weight

by pressing

. The

button toggles to "lbs" and back.

The button toggles to "kg" and back.

The unit of weight only refers to the total throughput and the total weights.

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7.16 Panel setup

Screen settings can be made here.

Contrast

Î Set the contrast (brightness) of the touch

panel (10-100; default 100).

Shutoff

Î Set the time after which the touch panel

will change to sleep mode (10600 seconds; default 180).

Contrast shutoff

Î Set the contrast (brightness) for sleep

mode (10-20; default 10).

The following settings are only required if your unit is to be part of a network:

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IP address (for service users only!) (Level 3)

Î Input the IP address of the controller (de-

fault 192.168.3.249).

A reset is run after changing the IP address. After the reset the controller must be switched off and on again.

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Module number (for service users only!) (Level 3)

Î Input the module number of the control-

ler (default 249).

It must always match the last octet of the IP address. After changing the IP address the module is always automatically changed to match the IP address. If it is changed later, the controller must also be switched off and on again.

Subnet mask (for service users only!) (Level 3)

Displays the current subnet mask of the controller (all models).

7.17 System info

The software status of the TrueBlend and the firmware status if the touch panel can be read in the system info

Î Read the software status, the version,

the date and the time here.

• Software version: Firmware version of the touch panel

• Software label: Description of firmware

• Software date: Creation date of firmware

• Software time: Creation time of firmware

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7.18 Maintenance

In the "Overview" screen

Î Press

The "Settings" screen appears.

Î Press to open the maintenance

menu.

The "Maintenance" screen appears.

• Total batches: counts the total batches that the TrueBlend has run since first started.

• Total convey cycles (material loading option only): counts the total conveying cycles that the hopper loader has run since the first startup.

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• Batches since maintenance: counts the total batches since the last maintenance.

• Convey cycles since maintenance: counts the total conveying cycles since the last maintenance.

• Maintenance run: (Reset).

Î Press "Reset" to confirm the mainte-

nance.

The batches counted since maintenance and the conveying cycles since maintenance are reset to "0".

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Conair TB250R-4, TB500-6, TB100-4, TB500-4, TB900-4 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1.0 User instructions

1.1 About this operating manual

1.2 Layout of the manual

1.3 Meaning of safety information

1.4 Pictograms for safety and information

1.5 Abbreviations

2.0 Safety

2.1 General

2.2 Safety Hazards

2.3 Safety Features

2.4 Designated use

2.5 Sources of danger

2.6 Safety devices

2.6.1 Position of safety devices

2.6.2 Detachable Material Hopper Procedure

2.7 Warning symbols on the unit

2.7.1 Position of warning symbols on the unit

2.7.2 Meaning of warning symbols on the unit

2.8 Information for the operator

2.8.1 Qualifications of personnel

2.9 Information for operating and maintenance personnel

Technical Specifications

4.0 Transport and setup

4.1 Unpacking

4.2 Lifting

4.3 Setup

4.4 Positioning controller

4.5 Making connections

4.5.1 Compressed air connection

4.5.2 Electrical connection

4.5.3 Hopper loader connection (option)

5.0 Structure and function

5.1 Structure of the unit

5.3 Layout of the material hoppers

5.3.1 For four component blenders

5.3.2 For six component blenders

5.4 Operating modes

5.4.1 Gravimetric mode

5.4.2 Volumetric mode

5.4.3 Combined mode

6.0 Start-up

7.0 Operation

7.1 Switching on

7.1.1 Switch on main switch

7.2 Menu structure

7.3 Navigation

7.3.1 Explanation of the navigation buttons

7.3.2 Explanation of keypad screens

7.4 Starting and stopping the blending process

7.4.1 Starting blender process (with set values or factory setting)

7.4.2 Stopping the blending process

7.4.3 Restarting after EMERGENCY STOP

7.5 Turning off the power

7.5.1 Stopping the blender at the end of a cycle

7.5.2 Switching off in emergency

7.6 Logging in/logging out

7.6.1 User levels and password input (for service users only!) (Level 3)

7.6.2 Changing password (for service users only!) (Level 3)

7.6.3 Auto logout (for service users only!) (Level 3)

7.6.4 Parameters/Global Reset (for service users only!) (Level 3)

7.7 Start-up

7.7.1 Checking functions in manual mode

7.7.2 Calibrating

7.7.3 Input TrueBlend Model/Name (for service users only!) (Level 3)

7.7.4 Input TrueBlend name

7.7.5 Activating Batch Setting

7.8 Blending process

7.8.1 Assigning components – factory default setting

7.8.2 Example of a mixing process

7.8.3 Typical dispense cycle based (7.8.2) settings

7.9 Component setup

7.9.1 Input of material percentages

7.9.2 Input of Material type

7.9.3 Input Alarm mode

7.9.4 Input Dosing retries

7.10 TrueBlend Setup