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Mettler Toledo XMV-TE User Manual

User Manual
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Table of Contents

1.1 Intended Audience........................................................................................................ 5
1.2 Intended Use and Foreseeable Misuse ............................................................................ 5
1.3 Original Language ....................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Contacting METTLER TOLEDO Service............................................................................. 5
1.5 Additional Documents .................................................................................................. 6
1.6 Warranty .................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Safety Labels and Notice Labels .................................................................................... 7
2.2 General Protective Procedures ....................................................................................... 9
2.3 Safety Information for Various Activities........................................................................... 10
2.4 Special Hazards .......................................................................................................... 11
2.1.1 Hazard Notifications ...................................................................................... 7
2.1.1.1 Definitions of Signal Words ...................................................................... 7
2.1.1.2 Meaning of Hazard Alert Symbols.............................................................. 7
2.1.2 Mandatory Procedures................................................................................... 8
2.1.3 Prohibited Procedures.................................................................................... 9
2.1.4 Notice.......................................................................................................... 9
2.1.5 Note ............................................................................................................ 9
2.3.1 Transporting and Moving the Equipment .......................................................... 10
2.3.2 Installing...................................................................................................... 10
2.3.3 Operating the Equipment and Monitoring the Inspection Process......................... 10
2.3.4 Testing and Verifying the Equipment ................................................................ 11
2.3.5 Maintaining, Cleaning and Sanitizing the Equipment ......................................... 11
2.4.1 Electricity ..................................................................................................... 11
2.4.2 Pneumatics .................................................................................................. 11
2.4.3 Moving Parts ................................................................................................ 11
2.4.4 Rejectors...................................................................................................... 12
2.4.5 Noise........................................................................................................... 12
2.4.6 Strobe Lights ................................................................................................ 12
2.4.7 Lights and Laser Sensors ............................................................................... 12
3.1 Equipment Function ..................................................................................................... 13
3.1.1 Workflow XMV Tamper Evident ....................................................................... 13
3.1.2 Limitation of Workflow ................................................................................... 14
3.1.3 Possible label positions Tamper Evident .......................................................... 14
3.2 Equipment Description.................................................................................................. 16
3.3 Equipment Options....................................................................................................... 19
3.3.1 Overview of Optional Mechanical Equipment .................................................... 19
3.3.2 Full Housing................................................................................................. 19
3.3.3 Rejection System Options............................................................................... 19
3.3.4 Conveyor Options.......................................................................................... 19
4.1 Transporting the Equipment........................................................................................... 20
4.2 Storing the Equipment .................................................................................................. 20
4.3 Unpacking the Equipment ............................................................................................. 21
4.4 Moving the Equipment and Setting it in Place .................................................................. 21
4.5 Preparing for Transporting (After First Installation)............................................................ 22
6.1 Using the Emergency Stop Button .................................................................................. 24
6.2 Adjusting the Input Conveyor......................................................................................... 24
6.3 Adjusting the Rejection System for the Product's Weight ................................................... 24
6.4 Starting Production....................................................................................................... 24
6.5 Ending Production ....................................................................................................... 25
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6.6 Switching down the Equipment...................................................................................... 25
7.1 Using Detergents.......................................................................................................... 26
7.2 Cleaning Procedure...................................................................................................... 26
7.3 Visual Inspection and Cleaning of the System.................................................................. 27
7.4 Cleaning the Cover....................................................................................................... 27
7.5 Restarting the System after Sanitization........................................................................... 27
8.1 Maintenance of the Gaskets .......................................................................................... 28
8.2 Maintenance of the Rejection System.............................................................................. 28
8.3 Maintenance of the Conveyor Belts................................................................................. 28
8.4 Maintenance of the Rejection Bin ................................................................................... 31
8.4.1 Exchanging a Damaged Rejection Bin ............................................................. 31
8.5 Maintenance of the Toothed Belt .................................................................................... 31
8.6 Maintenance of the Light Barriers ................................................................................... 32
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1 Introduction

1.1 Intended Audience

This user manual is for all personnel who do the following tasks:
• Installing the equipment
• Transporting and setting the equipment in place
• Setting up a product and changing a product
• Operating the equipment
• Monitoring the inspection process
• Maintaining the equipment
• Cleaning the equipment
• Sanitizing the equipment
• Retiring, removing, and storing the equipment

1.2 Intended Use and Foreseeable Misuse

In this manual, the METTLER TOLEDO product inspection solution, including all of its components, is referred to as the "equipment".
Only use the equipment to inspect and sort products, according to the procedures in this manual. Any other use of the equipment is considered misuse. If you use the equipment beyond the limits of the design specifi­cation without written consent from METTLER TOLEDO, it is considered misuse.
Common foreseeable misuses include the following:
• Disabling safeguards, or operating the equipment without the properly functioning safeguards in place
• Climbing or standing on the equipment
• Adding parts or modifying equipment without approval from METTLER TOLEDO
• Operating the equipment beyond the limits of the design specification
• Not obeying the instructions and safety notes described in this manual
• Using the equipment in a specific environment, unless the equipment is designed for that environment,
for example: – FDA environments – Hazardous locations (explosive atmospheres) – Environments where there is need for aggressive cleaning or sanitization
• Placing anything on the equipment that is not designed to be placed on the equipment
• Operating the equipment in the reverse direction of transport
• Not maintaining the equipment according to the instructions in the manual
• Accessing the area around the conveyors or rejectors while the equipment is running
• Accessing any hazard area before de-energizing and securing it
• Operating without the reject bins in place, if reject bins are included in your equipment
• Operating equipment that is not properly installed or integrated
• Using pens, tools, or any other item instead of a finger on the touchscreens

1.3 Original Language

The original manual is written in English. If you are reading a translated version of this manual, and you also need the English original manual, you can ask METTLER TOLEDO to supply it. If you have a question about the intended meaning of any translated text, consult the original English-language manual.

1.4 Contacting METTLER TOLEDO Service

Contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO Service representative about the following products and services:
• Installation
• Integration
• Start-up support
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• Commissioning
• Performance verification and audit services to certify that your equipment is maintaining its performance
levels
• Certified, genuine parts
• Emergency repairs and support
• Service contracts customized to your needs
• Customer training
For more information, contact your local and authorized METTLER TOLEDO Service representative using the link below (and, if necessary, select the applicable country):
http://www.mt.com/contact
When you contact the Service Department, have the following information available, if applicable:
• METTLER TOLEDO order number and date
• Equipment name, model, or type
• Serial number
• Production line name
• Software version
• Precise wording of the displayed error message or detailed fault description
• Pictures or videos of the part or problem

1.5 Additional Documents

Inside the control cabinet of your equipment, you find the following further documents:
• EU Declaration of Conformity (CE)
• Wiring diagram
To operate the XMV-TE, you will need the following additional user manuals:
• PCE Line Manager - PLM/PLM direct
• Optical Character / Code Verification OCV
• Tamper Evident

1.6 Warranty

For information on warranty, refer to the official METTLER TOLEDO terms and conditions at
http://www.mt.com/us/en/home/site_content/legal/commercial_terms.html.
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2 Important Safety Information

All information related to safety in this manual is important. The information in this chapter is general. There is other important safety information that you must read throughout the manual.
Important Safety Message
Read and understand all the safety information in the following sections as well as the safety messages in the rest of this manual.
If you do not follow the safety information and messages, this may lead to property damage and personal injury up to and including death.

2.1 Safety Labels and Notice Labels

The ISO3864 safety labels are installed at potentially hazardous areas on the equipment. They give special safety-related notifications. The locations of these labels are given in the drawings supplied with your equipment. There are three types of safety labels:
• Hazard notifications
• Mandatory procedures
• Prohibitive procedures
Additionally, NOTICE  labels may appear on your equipment.
The meanings of the different kinds of labels are explained in the following sections. Before you transport, install, operate or work on the equipment, find out about the location and meanings of
the labels. Maintain the labels so that they are clear of obstructions and are readable. Do not remove any labels. Replace any label that is no longer readable.

2.1.1 Hazard Notifications

A hazard notification consists of the following:
• Hazard alert symbol (yellow triangle with black symbol)
• Signal word (DANGER , WARNING , or CAUTION )
• Special notifications related to the hazard (as required)
The signal word labels are attached next to the hazard alert symbol labels on the equipment.
2.1.1.1 Definitions of Signal Words
Signal words describe the level of risk of a particular hazard. The color of the safety label background indicates the risk, as shown in the following table. The definitions of the signal words are based upon the ISO3864 definitions.
DANGER (red): This signal word indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING (orange): This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION (yellow): This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
2.1.1.2 Meaning of Hazard Alert Symbols
The following hazard alert symbols may be installed on your equipment.
Crushing
Shearing
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Cutting
Entanglement
Drawing-in, trapping
Impact
Ejection of parts
Abrasion, friction
High pressure fluid ejection
Loss of stability
Slipping, tripping
Electrical shock
Electrostatic
Hearing impairment
Arc flash
Optical radiation

2.1.2 Mandatory Procedures

Mandatory procedures alert personnel to special, required actions. The round labels have blue backgrounds and white symbols. The symbols describe the required action. The following table lists the mandatory procedures labels which may be installed on your equipment.
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Read the manual
Read the technical manual
Wear ear protection
Lockout, tagout
Lift point

2.1.3 Prohibited Procedures

Prohibited procedures alert personnel to particular actions to avoid. The labels are round with a circular red band and single diagonal cross bar. The black symbol describes the action to avoid. The following table lists the prohibited procedure labels that may be installed on your equipment.
Do not operate without safeguards
Do not step on the equipment

2.1.4 Notice

The word NOTICE  does not give safety information. It is still an important word to inform you of activities that may harm the equipment or other property. The following definition is based upon the ANSIZ535 definition.
NOTICE (blue): This indicates important information that is not related to personal injury which, if ignored, could result in damage to the equipment, damage to property, malfunctions, erroneous results, or loss of data.

2.1.5 Note

The word NOTE: does not give safety information. It indicates useful supplementary information, hints, and tips.

2.2 General Protective Procedures

Important Safety Message
Make sure that all personnel who work on or near the equipment are capable of performing all operations in a safe way.
• Keep the manual in a convenient location near the equipment. Replace the manual if it becomes lost or
damaged.
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• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with your plant's safety procedures.
• Understand the hazards of the equipment and the risks related to those hazards before working on or
near the equipment.
• Obey all safety procedures of the local plant.
• Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, long hair, or anything that can become entangled with the
equipment.
• Be careful around the equipment to avoid hitting your head, arms, or other body parts against the
equipment. Be careful if the equipment is over your head.
• Be careful not to trip over cables or other parts of the equipment.
• Do not move quickly in the area around the equipment.
• Do not climb, hang onto, or use any of the part of the equipment as a support.
• Obey the lockout tagout (LOTO) procedures of the plant.
• If there is a safety-related malfunction when you are operating the equipment, press the emergency stop
device. Tell the responsible supervisor, and follow the applicable steps approved by your company to fix the malfunction.

2.3 Safety Information for Various Activities

Important Safety Message
Read and understand all parts of the manual before using or working on any equipment.
The following sections list safety information for particular activities or groups of activities. Refer to the correct sections in the manual for more detailed instructions.

2.3.1 Transporting and Moving the Equipment

• Only transport or move the equipment if you have the applicable training as defined by your company.
• Your company has sole responsibility for the safe moving and transporting of the equipment.
• Use safe moving procedures during transporting to maintain stability and to prevent the equipment from
tipping or falling.
• Disconnect the electrical supply, the pneumatic supply, and the communication cables before you move
the equipment.
• Use the correct lifting devices. If you use a forklift, lift the equipment at the correct lift points as shown by
the blue lift point labels.
• Blue lift point labels are placed on the equipment to show recommended locations for lifting. These lift
point locations were tested with the manufacturer's forklift trucks. A qualified rigger must make sure that the lift points are correct for your lifting equipment.
• When you lift the equipment by hand, obey the safe lifting procedures of your company.

2.3.2 Installing

Only install the equipment if you have the applicable training as defined by your company.

2.3.3 Operating the Equipment and Monitoring the Inspection Process

• Before beginning operation, make sure that the area is safe.
• Know the location and effect of each emergency stop button that controls the equipment.
• Do not operate the equipment without protective guards and doors in place.
• Do not reach into path of the products when any conveyors are in motion.
• Do not reach into the area around any sorting device, when the equipment is turned on.
• Make sure the safety circuit is working correctly.
• Do regular inspections of the equipment.
• If there is a fault or change in the equipment behavior, stop the equipment and inform responsible
personnel.
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2.3.4 Testing and Verifying the Equipment

Only do testing and verifying of the equipment if you have applicable training as defined by your company.

2.3.5 Maintaining, Cleaning and Sanitizing the Equipment

• Remove all power from the equipment before doing any work.
• Keep the equipment in good working order.
• Follow a preventative maintenance program.
• Replace parts when needed.
• Obey the lockout tagout (LOTO) procedures of the plant.
• Test (validate) the safety circuit after parts are replaced.
• Only use METTLER TOLEDO approved spare parts and accessories.
• Do not make any unauthorized modifications to the equipment.
• Replace safety labels if damaged, missing, or unreadable.
• Do a visual check of the equipment at least once during a shift to identify any visual damage or faults.
Report any equipment changes to the responsible supervisor immediately.
• When required for a hygienic production environment, do regular sanitizing of the equipment according
to your company's procedures.
• After cleaning or sanitizing, check all cables, connectors, and pneumatic hoses for leakage, loose
connections, rub marks and damage. Tighten, repair, or replace any faulty cables and air tubing, as necessary.

2.4 Special Hazards

The following sections describe special instructions for equipment that may have special hazards.

2.4.1 Electricity

• Only work on the electrical systems if you have the applicable electrical training as defined by your
company.
• Keep all electrical enclosure doors closed. If the doors have locks on them, keep them locked.
• Remove all power from the equipment before doing any work.

2.4.2 Pneumatics

• Only work on the pneumatic system if you have the applicable training as defined by your company.
• Check pneumatic parts for visible damage.
• Before any repair or maintenance work, remove the pneumatic supply and relieve the pressure in the
pneumatic system parts.
• Make sure that there is a consistent pneumatic supply when you operate the equipment.
• If a pneumatic pipe becomes loose during the operation of the equipment, keep away from the loose
pipe.

2.4.3 Moving Parts

• Product inspection equipment moves automatically, intermittently and without notice. Some surfaces
may get hot. Do not place hands or any other body parts on or near the moving parts. The following are examples of moving parts: – Conveyor belts and rollers – Rejectors and product diverters – Motors – Gearboxes – Side grips – Automatic position adjusters – Encoders – Pneumatic cylinder
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– Solenoids
• Only operate the equipment with all safeguards in place.
• Make sure that all safeguards are in correct operating condition.
• Do not climb, sit, stand, walk, or ride on the conveyor.

2.4.4 Rejectors

• Be aware around rejectors because they move quickly and without notice.
• Do not reach into the rejector area or reject bin while the rejector is operating.
• Make sure the rejector is installed correctly.
• Make sure the rejected products do not cause harm.
• Keep your eyes and other body parts away from air blast nozzles when the equipment is operating.

2.4.5 Noise

• Make sure that all noise-absorbing parts of the equipment are present and in the correct position.
• Wear hearing protection as directed by your local safety authority.

2.4.6 Strobe Lights

• Strobe lights can cause seizures in individuals with photosensitive epilepsy.
• Individuals with photosensitive epilepsy must not operate the equipment.
• Do not operate the equipment when excessively fatigued or after consuming alcohol.
• Do not look directly at the lights, especially at close distances.
• Avoid placing the equipment in areas with reduced lighting.
• If lights are inside of an enclosure, do not open the enclosure doors when lights are flashing.

2.4.7 Lights and Laser Sensors

• Do not stare directly at any lights or lasers.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light, infrared (IR) light, and lasers.
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