Manufacturers’ Address:751 Summit Avenue
Mankato, MN 56001 USA
Declare that the machinery described below complies with applicable health and safety requirements of Part 1
of Annex 1 of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. Confidential technical
documentation has been compiled in accordance with Part A of Annex VII of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
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Description: Taping & Inspection Machines.
Model Number: TM 50 Standard, XL, OEM, and I3.
Specification: For 8-72mm Width Tape, Up to 120mm for XL
Serial Number/s: 201XXXXXXX
The following standards have either been referred to or been complied with in part or in full as relevant:
EN ISO 12100:2010 Safety of machinery - Safety of machinery - General principles for design -
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EN ISO 13849-1:2008 Safety of machinery - Safety Related Parts of Control Systems –
Part 1 General Principals for Design
EN ISO 13732-1:2008 Safety of machinery - Ergonomics of the thermal environment - Methods for
the assessment of human responses to contact with
surfaces
EN 614-1:2006+A1:2009 Safety of machinery - Ergonomic design principles - Part 1: Terminology and
general principles
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between the design of machinery and work tasks
EN 953:1997+A1:2009 Machinery Safety - General requirements for the design and
construction of guards
EN 13850: 2008 Safety of machinery - Emergency-stop equipment, Principals for Design
EN 60204-1:2010 Safety of machinery - Electrical Equipment of Machines
EN ISO 11202/A1 1997 Acoustics - Noise emitted by machinery and equipment -
Determination of emission sound pressure levels at a
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Christina Hogan
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Signature Date 01/03/2012
Preface
This User’s Guide describes how to setup and operate the TM-50 Taping Machine. This manual
should be read and thoroughly understood before operating the machine.
The TM-50 Taping Machine is built with the following standard features.
Features:
• Adjustable track assembly for tape widths 8mm to 56mm
• Independently controlled seal temperature for each side of the cover tape
• Dual stage fully adjustable Heat and PSA sealer assembly
• User-friendly software assures ease of setup and operation
• Sensor package including low cover tape sensor, carrier tape motion sensor, empty
pocket sensor and jam-in-track sensor
• Software controlled advance movement of carrier tape (2mm to 24mm pitch)
• Current operating parameters and count are saved at power down and restored at
power up
Options include:
• Low carrier tape and pocket position sensor
• Controller location
• Feed and take-up reel positions
• Loading track length
• Mounting options
• Machine footprint
• Customized software and communication
Theory of Operation
The OEM TM-50 routes carrier tape from a feed reel through an adjustable track for manual
placement of parts or electrical components. Once the operator has filled all of the carrier tape
pockets in the loading area with parts, a foot pedal is used to advance the tape to a sealer
assembly.
If the OEM TM-50 was purchased with the optional Extended Software Package, a sensor
detects jams in tape, empty pockets and low cover tape supply as the tape advances.
Once the carrier tape reaches the OEM TM-50 sealer assembly, a cover tape is applied. The part
is then sealed in the pocket with either a Heat Seal or Pressure Sensitive Application (PSA).
When the sealing process is complete, the finished tape is routed onto a take-up reel.
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Machine Details
Operating Temperature
0 Degrees Celsius to + 60 Degrees Celsius
Although all of the components used on the machine will withstand the temperature range of 0
degrees Celsius to +60 degrees Celsius, such temperature may decrease the life of some of the
components. The recommended rating is 0 degrees Celsius to +50 degrees Celsius.
For customer service, please refer to the Customer Service Contact Sheet at the back of this
manual.
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Intended Use
The intended use of the TM-50 Taping Machine is to produce taped reels of individually sealed
and consistently orientated components. It is designed to accommodate a full range of electronic
devices. Use of this equipment in any other way is not recommended.
Suitable carrier and sealing tapes include any conductive or non-conductive tapes with feedholes that are pitched at 4 mm. Tapes must operate in a temperature range from 135-155° Celsius with a pressure range from 40-60 psi and dwell time between 250-400 milliseconds. The
OEM TM-50 can accommodate tape widths from 8mm to 56mm.
Tape advance speed is set on the machine’s controller and can be set at any speed from 5-250
random units. Feed rates can vary from 500 to 5000 units per hour dependent on component
size of integrated input.
Operating Environment
The OEM TM-50 is designed to be operated in a temperature controlled, light, industrial setting.
The machine should be installed on a flat, dry, stable surface in a we ll lit area (ambient lighting of
200 to 300 Lux (Lumens/m2).
The recommended climate is between 5 - 90% non-condensing humidity with a room temperature between 0 - 50 degrees Celsius.
Note: Although all of the components used on the machine will withst and th e temperature
range of 0 to 60 degrees Celsius, such temperature may decrease the life of some of the
components.
The intended electrical environment is Pollution Degree 2 and Over Voltage Category II.
Misuse
The OEM TM-50 tape advance should not be activated when parts are being placed in tape,
when tape reels are being loaded or replaced, or when jams in tape are being cleared. Although
the torque on the Stepper Motor has been limited to reduce the risk of injury, advancing the tape
during these tasks may result in pinching or entrapment of fingers.
The user is protected from moving parts and exposure to objects being ejected under pressure
by metal enclosures. The OEM TM-50 should never be operated with these enclosures removed.
The user is protected from the OEM TM-50’s heat sealer by a metal guards. Operators are cautioned not to touch the heat seal guard or to try to reach underneath the guard while the OEM
TM-50 is in operation.
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Safety Precautions
General Precautions
Only qualified personnel with the proper technical training, experience working on this type of
equipment, and awareness of the possible hazards should perform maintenance on the TM-50.
The TM-50 should be installed on a level and stable surface before any operation or maintenance is performed.
This manual should be read and thoroughly understood before operating the machine.Th e guidelines provided in the following pages are intended to educate the user about how to operate the
TM-50 safely. They contain important information on avoiding potential hazards to the operator
and to the equipment.
Observe the following safety precautions when working with the TM-50.
Maintenance
Always disconnect the power source from the machine before removing access
panels to perform any maintenance required. Please refer to Chapter 1 and
Chapter 4 of this manual for instructions before performing maintenance on the
machine.
AC Receptacle
Connect the power cord to the machine before plugging it into an outlet.
Heat Sealer
Caution should be taken when performing maintenance on the sealer. The body
of the heat sealer can remain hot for several minutes after it has been shut off.
Before servicing, turn the power switch to OFF, turn off the air supply to the
machine, and allow the sealer to cool.
Connectors
Dangerous voltage is present. Make sure the machine is turned off and the
power cord is disconnected before removing any panels. Do not remove the slide
mount rear panel while the power is connected to the machine.
Idler Wheel
Use caution not to pinch fingers in the idler wheel.
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Safety Warning Labels
Safety Warning Labels
The following warning labels have been placed in various places on the machine to bring safety
issues to the attention of operators and technicians working with or near the machine. It is
advised that these warning labels not be removed or obstructed.
Attention
Indicates an adjustment or danger zone requiring attention.
Electrical Hazards
Indicates that hazardous voltage levels are present. Always disconnect power to
the machine before removing panels or enclosures with this warning label.
Temperature Hazards
Indicates a hot surface. Use care when working near these surfaces and allow
them to cool before performing maintenance.
Mechanical Hazards
Indicates areas where moving parts can cause personal injury if safety precautions are not observed.
Open Book
Refer to Chapter 4 of this manual before performing maintenance on the TM-50.
The OEM TM-50 is a table-top machine which needs to be mounted on a flat, stable surface in a
well lit area that is a minimum of 6’ high x 10’ wide x 5‘deep (2m x 3m x 1.5m). When positioning
the OEM TM-50, choose an area that is not located below overhead gantries, walkways or power
lines to ensure objects or liquids cannot be dropped on the machine from overhead.
The OEM TM-50 will also require access to a 85-110 PSI air pressure system and a 115/230
VAC, 50-60 Hz power supply. Locate the machine so electrical power cables can be routed away
from areas where personnel are expected to move. It is recommended that cables be routed
overhead or underground. If cables must be routed over the floor, cover them with rubber ramps.
Choose a mounting area that is at least 72” wide by 30” deep to provide sufficient space for the
assembled machine when it is fully loaded with a variety of tape reel sizes.
The mounting surface should have a slope of no more than 5 degrees and be capable of supporting a load of 65 pounds (30 kg).
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Allow 24 inches clearance on front and sides.
When running the OEM TM-50, the operator should stand in front of the machine controller to
assure easy access to all controls and the Power/Emergency Stop button. This position also
allows the operator to view all parts of the OEM TM-50 while it is in operation.
Allow at least 24” clearance at the front and sides of the machine for easy access and operation.
(Pictured in the overhead view below.)
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Figure 1.1
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B
C
D
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Unpacking the OEM TM-50
The following items should be included in the shipping crate:
A. Cover Tape Reel Support Controller E. Controller Baseplate
B. Take-up Motor AssemblyF. Air Regulator
C. Feed Reel SupportG. Tape Guide
D. Baseplate AssemblyH. Controller
The following items are also included in the shipping crate but not pictured above:
• Power Cord
• Hex Wrenches
• Foot Switch
• Peripheral Cable
• OEM TM-50 User’s Guide
Equipment Required
Hex wrenches
80 PSI air pressure system
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Li ft Points
Figure 1.3
Amplifiers
Figure 1.4
Switch
Cable
Assembling the OEM TM-50
Before the OEM TM-50 is shipped from V-TEK, the machine is disassembled to prevent damage
in transit. Follow these instructions to reassemble the machine:
1. Remove items one at a time from the crates and place on a flat, stable surface for assembly.
Remove and discard protective wrapping from each part.
Note: The baseplate assembly weighs approximately 50pounds (23kg). Use two people
to lift the base assembly from the crate and position it in the assembly area. See the illustration below for lift points.
Figure 1.2
2. Using a 3/16” hex wrench, remove the (2) 1/4”
SHCS located on the backside of the loading track near
the Heat Sealer. Bolt the Cover Tape Reel Support to
the Track Support Bracket.
There are (2) Amplifiers also located on the back side
of the loading track a short distance from the CoverTape Reel Support. Lift the top of the Amplifier closest
to the track to access the small grey switch inside.
Push the switch up, then insert the double-pronged
fiber optic cable from the Cover Tape Reel Support Arm
into the matching opening on the Amplifier.
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Figure 1.5
Figure 1.6
Knob and rod
Take-up Motor Receptacle
Figure 1.7
Figure 1.8
C
A
B
3. Attach the Take-up Spindle to the Take-up Motor
Assembly by sliding it onto the pin and tightening the
set screw with a 3/32” hex wrench.
4. Remove the black knob from the left side of the
track support bracket. The Take-up Support Arm has a
dowel pin which locks into position holes on the track
support bracket. Slide the Take-up Support Arm onto
the threaded rod, engage the dowel pin into the desired
position, and secure it into place with the black knob.
Plug the electrical connector into the Take-up MotorReceptacle.
5. Remove the black knob from the Feed Reel Arm
which extends from the bottom of the Base Assembly.
Slide the Feed Reel Support Arm onto the threaded
rod, adjust it to the desired position, and then secure it
into place with the black knob.
6. Remove the (4) 8-32 x ¾” BHCS which attach the
Pulley Mounts to the Pulley Covers (A).
Remove the (2) 8-32 x ¾” BHCS from the top of the
Pulley Mounts and insert them in the bottom of the Pulley Mounts (B). Use the BHCS to attach the Pulley
Mounts to the right end of the Loading Track (C).
Attach the Pulley Covers to the Pulley Mounts pedestal
using (4) 8-32 x ¾” BHCS (A).
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Figure 1.9
Figure 1.10
Figure 1.11
Figure 1.12
7. If the OEM TM-50 includes a Pedestal to mount the
OEM TM-50 Controller, attach the Controller Baseplate
to the Pedestal using the provided screws.
Place the Controller on the Controller Baseplate.
Engage the (4) corner holes in the Controller Baseplate
with the (4) rubber feet on the bottom of the Controller
so that it is seated securely.
8. Connect the Peripheral Cable to the right side of
the machine and then to the receptacle labeled
PERIPHERAL on the back of the Controller.
9. If a Foot Switch was included with the machine,
plug it into the receptacle labeled FOOT SWITCH on
the back of the Controller
10. Plug the Power Supply Cord into the receptacle
labeled POWER on the back of the Controller.
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Figure 1.13
11. Install the Air Regulator on the back of the Sealer
Controller with the provided screws. Attach the blue air
hose to the air fitting on the right side of the SealerControl Box.
12. Connect a 1/4” airline to the Air Regulator and set
the regulator to 80 psi, if necessary. It can be adjusted
by lifting the adjustment knob and turning it. Once it
reads 80 psi, push the knob back in to lock it into place.
Note: An air supply is only necessary for the
operation of the heat sealer. Suggested settings
are between 80-110 psi.
Caution!
The fully assembled machine weighs 105 pounds (47 kg). If the machine needs to
be moved to a different location, use two people to safely lift the machine.
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B
C
D
E
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Machine Overview
Before the OEM TM-50 is placed in operation, use the photos in the following section to perform
a visual inspection and ensure that it is correctly assembled.
Front
Figure 1.14
A. ControllerH. Sealer
B. Take-up ArmI. Empty Pocket Detector (EPD)
C. Carrier Tape ArmJ. Lower Tape Guide
D. Cover Tape ArmK. Outer Track
E. Sealer ControlsL. Tape Guides
F. Sprocket
G. Low Carrier Sensor
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E
D
F
A
B
C
G
H
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A
Back
Figure 1.15
A. Tape Guides F. Air Regulator
B. Sensor Amplifiers G. Controller Back
C. Empty Pocket Detector (EPD) H. Take-up Arm
D. Cover Low SensorI. Carrier Tape Arm
E. Cover Tape Arm
Serial Plate
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Figure 1.16
A. Take-up Motor
B. Take-up Reel Spindle
C. Peripheral Connector
D. Take-up Motor Connector
E. Rear Tape Guide
F. Drive Sprocket
G. Idler Wheel
A
C
D
E
B
F
G
A
B
C
D
E
Figure 1.17
A. Inside Seal Temperature Control
B. Heat Seal ON/OFF Switch
C. Outside Seal Temperature Control
D. Heat Seal Pressure Adjuster
E. Inner Sealer Position Lock
Left Side
Heat Sealer Controls
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Figure 1.18
A
B
E
C
G
F
H
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C
D
The UniversalSealer
A. Inner Seal Position Lock F. Cover Tape Guide Width Outer Adjuster
B. Inner Seal Position Adjuster G. Cover Tape Guide Width Screw
C. PSA Seal Pressure Adjustments H. Outer Seal Position Lock
D. PSA Seal Rollers I. Outer Seal Position Adjuster
E. Cover Tape Guide Width Inner Adjuster
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Figure 1.19
A. Inner Loading Track
B. Outer Loading Track
C. Carrier Tape Guides
A
B
C
B
D
C
E
F
A
Loading Track
Sensors
Figure 1.20
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Figure 1.21
A. Power/E-Stop Button
B. Take-up Tension Control
C. LCD Screen
D. Keypad
A
B
C
D
A. Low Cover Sensor: The Low Cover Sensor detects when the cover tape reel is running
low and alerts the user.
B.Carrier Low Sensor (optional) : The Carrier Low Sensor detects when the carrier tape
reel is running low and alerts the user.
C.Tape Jam Sensor: The Tape Jam Sensor registers a tape jam whenever something pro-
trudes above the top of the carrier tape pocket. This might be caused by a misplaced part, a
pocket that has been loaded with two parts or by a buckle in the tape.
D.Empty Pocket Detector (EPD): The EPD Sensor detects when a carrier tape pocket is
empty so it can be filled before the cover tape is applied to the carrier tape.
E. Sensor Amplifiers: The Sensor Amplifiers are used to adjust sensor settings and sensi-
tivity.
F.Carrier Motion Sensors: The Carrier Motion Sensor monitors the movement of the carrier
tape to assure it is moving.
Controller Front Side
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Figure 1.22
A
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BC
D
E
F
Controller Back Panel
A.Vision
Connects the TM-50 to optional Vision Systems.
B. Sensor Thru
Allows external machines to monitor the TM-50’s sensors.
C. I/O
Connects the TM-50 to optional auto-feed me chanisms.
D. Peripheral
Connects the TM-50 controller to the base machine.
The OEM TM-50 Controller is used to set all
the parameters of the OEM TM-50’s operation
with the exception of the sealer temperature
controls and the take-up tension control.
The controller uses a simple menu-driven program for changing the current settings and
running the machine. This program is displayed on the LCD screen and navigation of
the menus and data entry are performed using
the keypad to the left of the LCD screen.
Controller Operation
When the OEM TM-50 is powered up, the controller will display an initial welcome screen
shown in Figure 2.3.
From this screen, the operator can choose to
begin running the machine immediately or to
review and change the machine settings. As
the screen indicates, pressing the LEFT
ARROW key on the keypad will select the
Setup Menu and pressing the RIGHT ARROW
key will select Run Mode.
Setup Menu
The Setup Menu consists of eight menu
options, seven of which are used to review
and change an aspect of the OEM TM-50’s
operation. These options include: count, pitch,
tape advance, speed, sealer dwell, tape jog,
and mode. The last option is used to enter
Run Mode after setup is complete and the
operator is ready to begin a run. The Menu will
appear as shown in Figure 2.4.
The microprocessor stores all settings and the
current parts counter value in memory when
the machine is powered down and restores
them when it is powered up again.
Note: Power off the OEM TM-50 Controller
before inserting or removing any cables or
cords from the ports on the back of the
controller. Failure to power off the control-
ler before making changes may result in
damage to the controller and the external
device.
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An option is selected by pressing the number
key on the keypad that is indicated by the
Setup Menu screen. Pressing the escape
(ESC) key will exit and return to the Setup
Menu. Data entry is performed by entering the
desired number with the keypad and pressing
the enter (ENT) key to enter it.
Chapter 2: Controller 17
1>RESET count to 0
2>SET Stop value
REV 2.xx
Figure 2.5
Enter parts count
STOP value then ENT
_______ NOW 2500
Figure 2.6
***STOP REACHED***
press ESC to exit
Speed Stop Count
100 2500 2500
Figure 2.7
Enter desired pitch
(2-144 mm) then ENT
Now 8
Figure 2.8
Figure 2.9
When a menu option is selected, a new
screen will appear. These screens are
described below .
Count
The count screen (Figure 2.5) is used to clear
the current parts count value to 0 and to set
the parts counter STOP value.
To clear the parts count, press 1 while in this
screen. The counter will be set to zero when
the Run screen is displayed again.
Press 2 to set a new STOP count. The screen
shown in Figure 2.6 will appear.
stop message on the Run screen (Figure 2.7).
Pitch
This screen (Figure 2.8) offers eight preset
carrier tape pitch choices and an option to
enter any other desired pitch, from 2mm to
144mm.
The STOP value sets the point at which the
machine will stop and not allow the operator to
continue until the counter is reset. This is useful to remind the operator when a reel is completed. The STOP value can be any number
from 0 to 999,999. The STOP value currently
set is displayed. To enter a new stop value,
press 2, insert the number, and press ENT.
Note: If using the Coherix Vision option,
set the STOP value at 0 to disable it.
During the operation, the system compares
the running parts count to the preset stop
value.
When the count reaches the stop value, the
machine stops and the controller displays a
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A Pitch Guide for determining tape pitch is
located on the taper track.
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Enter the number of
parts to advance
then press ENT
Now 10
Figure 2.10
ENTER SPEED 5 - 250
THEN PRESS ENT
NOW 100
Figure 2.11
Enter Dwell Time
from 50 to 999 mS
then press ENT
NOW 400
Figure 2.12
KEY 0 CHANGES ADV
FWD JOG REV
40 mi
Figure 2.13
Advance
This screen (Figure 2.10) prompts the user to
enter the number of pockets to advance each
time the foot switch is pressed or an advance
command is sent to the controller using the I/O
port.
The user can choose any value up to the maximum allowed. The maximum is the number of
pockets that fit into the length of the loading
track. Enter the number of pockets to be
advanced and then press ENT. If an invalid
value is chosen, the software will ask for
another value. Choose a smaller number and
press ENT again.
Speed
This screen (Figure 2.11) prompts the user to
enter the speed the machine will advance the
tape.
Dwell
This screen (Figure 2.12) allows the operator
to adjust the length of time the heat shoes will
remain in contact with the tape during a seal
stroke.
Any value between 50 milliseconds and 999
milliseconds may be entered. The longer the
shoes remain down on the tape, the stronger
the resulting seal will be. A recommended
dwell time for normal operation is generally
around 300 milliseconds. Enter the dwell time
in the space provided and press ENT.
This setting is not applicable when using PSA
cover tape.
Jog
This screen (Figure 2.13) is used to adjust the
position of the carrier tape in between
advances.
Any speed level between 5 and 250 may be
entered. A recommended speed for normal
operation is generally between 125 and 150.
Entering the desired setting with the keypad
and pressing ENT will set the speed choice
and return the user to the Setup Menu. If ESC
is pressed from this screen before pressing
ENT, the speed setting will not be changed.
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This is useful, for example, to line up the carrier pockets with an inspection camera or with
a reference point for counting the first and last
pocket of a run. The default jog distance is
approximately 40 microns (.0016 inches).
Pressing the 0 (zero) key will toggle the jog
distance from 40 microns to 2 mm increments
and back again.
Chapter 2: Controller 19
1>HEAT SEAL*
2>PSA SEAL
3>EPD
4>INTEGRATION
Figure 2.14
1>VISION MODE OFF
2>PART MARK*
3>AUTO LdrTrlr*
-->
Figure 2.15
ENTER LEADER LENGTH
mm THEN PRESS ENT
0 and ENT = OFF
NOW 400
Figure 2.16
To move the tape, press the arrow key on the
keypad pointing in the desired direction. The
tape will jog the selected distance each time
an arrow key is pressed. When the tape is
positioned correctly, press ESC to exit.
Mode
This screen (Figure 2.14) is used to set the
sealer type to be used and enable other sensors and options.
Heat Seal
When heat seal is selected, the sealer dwell
time value is displayed on the Run Screen.
The heat seal switch on the sealer controls
panel must be turned ON in order for the heat
sealer to operate.
Integration
Pressing 4>INTEGRATION on the MODE
screen will bring up the screen shown in Figure 2.27.
Vision
The Vision option is only active with the
Extended Software option.
Part Mark
The Part Mark option is only active with the
Extended Software option.
Auto Leader/Trailer
The Auto Leader screen will appear as shown
in Figure 2.16.
PSA Seal
If the system is switched to the PSA mode, the
heat seal switch should be turned OFF. The
dwell time value will be replaced by the letters
PSA on the Run Screen and the temperature
alarm is deactivated. Because no dwell time is
involved, the TM-50 has greater throughput
with a PSA sealer than with a heat sealer
since it does not need to pause every few
pockets for the sealer shoes to drop.
An asterisk will appear after HEAT SEAL or
PSA SEAL to indicate which is currently
enabled.
EPD
EPD is the empty pocket detection system. It
is self initializing if turned ON. It will not cause
a fault signal until after the first part is seen, or
300mm of carrier tape has passed under it.
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The automatic leader feature automatically
runs out tape for the leader of the next reel
once the current reel is completed. This is triggered when the STOP COUNT is reached.
Using the auto leader feature both reduces
time spent between finishing a reel and beginning a new and the waste of carrier tape that
usually results from manually running out the
tape and cutting off reels.
To enable the auto leader, determine the
length of leader desired (in millimeters) to follow the last part placed and enter it on this
screen. The auto leader feature is disabled
when a value of zero (0) is entered.
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ENTER TRAILER LENGTH
IN mm THEN PRESS
ENT.
NOW 200
Figure 2.17
Figure 2.18
Cut Point
1> TAP ADVANCE
2> POWER RECOVERY
3> MANUAL/OEM=OEM
Figure 2.19
Note: When determining the leader/trailer
length, please note that the final length will
be 450 mm plus the leader/trailer length
value that is entered in the controller set-
tings.
450 mm is the approximate distance from
the carrier tape cut point to the center of
the placement (or inspection point if the
vision option was purchased).
If a value is entered on this screen, the screen
in Figure 2.17 will appear.
Figure 2.18 indicates a typical point of reference to use as a cut point. The machine does
not know at what point the operator will cut the
carrier tape, therefore, the software uses this
value to calculate how much total carrier
needs to be run out for the end of the previous
reel to reach the point the operator will cut it
off.
When the right arrow key is pressed in the
Integration screen, a second screen of options
will appear:
Tap Advance
When Tap Advance is enabled, the machine
will run continuously after the foot switch is
pressed and released and will not stop until
the foot switch is pressed, held down for a few
seconds and released again.
Power R ecover y
When Power Recovery is enabled, the
machine will remember at what point in an
advance it had reached when power is cut. It
will then automatically complete that partial
advance when it is powered back up and
placed into Run Mode.
Manual/OEM Mode
The Manual/OEM option will toggle between
the two modes when the 3 key is pressed.
When the machine is in OEM mode, it will run
according to communication from a system it
has been integrated with. When it is in manual mode, it will run manually with a foot
switch.
Determine the distance required in millimeters
and enter the value. The display will return to
the Mode Screen.
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Press ESC until reaching the setup choice
screen, as shown in Figure 2.4.
Power loss noticed.
Continue last move?
<- No Yes ->
Figure 2.21
Run
When RUN is selected, this screen (Figure
2.20) will be displayed and the TM-50 will
ready to operate.
The parameters which have been entered are
displayed on the screen along with the running
parts count. The TM-50 will begin to advance
and seal tape when the foot switch is pressed.
Forcing a Seal Stroke
Pressing ENT while in the run screen, or at the
power-up screen will cause the sealer head to
stamp a single seal, without any advance of
the carrier occurring.
Power R ecover y
The power recovery feature recovers lost
motion in the event of a power loss. When
the machine loses power during a tape
advance move, the following screen (Figure
2.21) will be displayed when the machine is
power again and Run Mode is entered.
Selecting YES will add the lost move to the
end of the next advance.
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SETUP JOB RUN
<- 0 ->
Figure 2.22
ENTER JOB NUMBER
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Figure 2.23
8>STORE AS JOB
9>RUN THESE SETTINGS
1>COUNT 2>PITCH
3>ADVANCE 4>SPEED
5>DWELL 6>JOG
7>MODE NEXT ->
Figure 2.24
1>HEAT SEAL*
2>PSA SEAL
3>SENSORS
4>INTEGRATION
Figure 2.25
1>EPD* 2>TRACK JAM
3>LOW COVER
4>CARRIER MOTION
5>LOW CARRIER
Figure 2.26
Extended Software Option
The extended OEM TM-50 software option
improves on the system control with a number
of additional features.
The menus found in the extended software for
the controller functions the same with the
additional features discussed below.
The opening screen, as shown in Figure 2.22,
includes an option to choose a previously programmed job configuration. Pressing 0 opens
a screen (Figure 2.23) that allows the user to
enter a job number from 1-64.
shown in Figure 2.24.
While most of the option screens are
unchanged from the standard software
menus, the 7>MODE choice allows extended
features to be accessed.
Selecting 7>MODE from the setup screen will
bring up the menu shown in Figure 2.25.
The job number chosen must have been fully
programmed and saved prior to calling it up.
Enter the number and press ENT and the system will immediately enter the run mode with
all parameters set.
The initial setup screen is slightly different
from that of the standard OEM TM-50 software. It is comprised of a two screen menu
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Selecting either heat or PSA seal will choose
the mode of sealing. An asterisk indicates the
mode currently set.
Pressing 3>SENSORS will bring up the
screen shown in Figure 2.26.
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1>VISION MODE OFF
2>PART MARK*
3>AUTO LdrTrlr*
-->
Figure 2.27
These choices allow the user to toggle each of
the listed the sensors installed on the machine
to ON and OFF. An asterisk indicates the
option is turned ON. If the sensors listed are
not present on the machine, do not enable
them in this software screen.
EPD
EPD is the empty pocket detection system. It
is self initializing if turned ON. It will not cause
a fault signal until after the first part is seen, or
300mm of carrier tape has passed under it.
Tr a c k Ja m
The track jam sensor watches for parts that
are riding on top of the carrier tape or otherwise not in their pockets properly
Low Cover
The low cover sensor monitors the quantity of
cover tape that remains on the reel. It will fault
if it becomes too low.
Carrier Motion
The carrier motion sensor monitors the movement of the carrier tape to assure it is moving.
Low Carrier
The low carrier sensor monitors the quantity of
carrier tape that remains on the reel. It will
fault if it becomes too low.
Integration
Pressing 4>INTEGRATION on the MODE
screen will bring up the screen shown in Figure 2.27.
key is pressed, the display will cycle through
three settings: OFF, 1, and 2.
Note: Refer to the vision system user’s
guide which was provided with the vision
system for specific Vision Mode settings.
in the absence of a vision system manual,
refer to the Vision Mode Timing section
later in this chapter to determine the correct setting.
The vision inspection will occur at the end of a
tape advance. The system cannot inspect
components when the carrier tape is in
motion. Therefore, the ADVANCE setting must
be one pocket per move. Otherwise, the
machine will only inspect the last pocket at the
end of each tape advance.
Note: The first part placed in tape must be
correctly oriented. The vision system is
programmed to initiate the job lot upon
detection of the first correct part.
Any empty pockets or incorrectly oriented
parts will be ignored until the first correctly
oriented part is inspected and the job
begins.
The vision inspection will always be active in
Run Mode when the VISION MODE setting is
1 or 2. Therefore, turn the vision system to the
OFF setting if it is not being used in Run
Mode. Otherwise, the operator will not, for
instance, be able to manually run a leader or
trailer in Run Mode with the vision system
enabled if the system is set to fail on empty
pockets.
Vision
The VISION option enables the TM-50 to control a vision inspection station to inspect parts
while the machine is in Run Mode. When the 1
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Part Mark
The Part Mark feature functions the same as it
did in the standard software menu.
Auto Leader/Trailer
The Auto Leader feature functions the same
as it did in the standard software menu.
The additional features are now programmed. Press ESC until reaching the setup
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8>STORE AS JOB
9>RUN THESE SETTINGS
1>COUNT 2>PITCH
3>ADVANCE 4>SPEED
5>DWELL 6>JOG
7>MODE NEXT ->
Figure 2.28
SAVE AS JOB NUMBER
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Figure 2.29
choice screen, as shown in Figure 2.24.
Choose the NEXT key. The second screen
shown will appear.
It is now an option to either continue to Run
Mode with the chosen settings or to save the
settings to a specific job number. Select
8>STORE AS JOB to save the settings as a
specific job number. The screen in Figure 2.25
will appear.
Enter a two-digit number between 01-64 as
the desired job number. Press ENT to save
the job. In the future, the saved settings can
quickly be recalled and used by selected the
job number to which they have been assigned.
All features not in use (such as sensors not
present) must be turned OFF when you save
or run the settings from a job number.
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5
9
Figure 2.30
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9
Using the Vision Port
It is simple to use a vision system with the TM-50. Connect as indicated by the diagram shown in
Figure 2.30. All input and output from this port is open collector/drain. Signals are referenced to
the 0V ground pin (DB9-5).
1234
678
VISION PORT
Vision I/O Receptacle
1.INPUT: BUSY Signal
2.Not Used
3.INPUT: Part PASS/FAIL Signal
4.OUTPUT: TRIGGER (Start of Test)
5.Signal Ground
6.24V DC
7.Not Used
8.Not Used
9.Not Used
Note: Beginning with Software Revision 1.74, the TM-50 will respond as indicated below.
Vision Mode 1
1. The TM-50 will pull the TRIGGER signal (DB9-4) low.
2. The TM-50 will now wait until the vision system returns a BUSY signal (DB9-1) by pulling low.
This indicates to the TM-50 that the vision has begun a test sequence.
3. Once the BUSY signal is seen, the TM-50 will release the TRIGGER signal.
4. The TM-50 will now wait until the BUSY signal is returned high. When it is returned, the TM50 will inspect the PASS/FAIL signal (DB9-3) to determine if the part has passed. A logic low on
this signal will be interpreted as a FAIL.
Note: A screen will appear if a failure is seen. Correct the problem and then press ENT to
retest the part, or press ESC to accept the part, count it, and move on.
It is important to note that if the BUSY signal is not received as indicated in Step 2, the TM-50 will
remain in a BUSY state and the TRIGGER signal will remain low. This may occur if there is a
vision system failure or if the vision is not turned ON. Correct the problem, then press any key on
the keypad, and the TM-50 will release the TRIGGER and move on.
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Trigger (pin 4)
50ms
Busy (pin 1)
50ms
Pass/Fail (pin 3)
Fail Signal
+5V DC
+5V DC
DC COM
V-TEK recommends the following timing values for Vision Mode 1.
Vision Mode 1 Timing
Figure 2.31
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Vision Mode 2
DB9-1 is not used as a BUSY signal in this setup to allow Vision Systems without BUSY signals
to be integrated. In this instance, identical signals on both DB9-1 and DB9-3 are needed.
1. The OEM TM-50 will pull the TRIGGER signal (DB9-4) low for 10ms.
2. The OEM TM-50 will now start looking at the DB9-1 signal and the DB9-3 signal from the
vision system. The OEM TM-50 will search for 100ms time frame.
• For a PASS condition to occur, DB9-1 and DB9-3 must be pulled low for 100 ms. These
signals must begin within the OEM TM-50’s search time frame.
• If no signal is seen in that time period or if only one signal is seen, a part FAIL condition
will occur.
3. The OEM TM-50 will now look for the next TRIGGER signal.
Note: A screen will appear if a failure is seen. Correct the problem and then press ENT to
retest the part, or press ESC to accept the part, count it, and move on.
The OEM TM-50 will not fail any parts until it has seen the first good part. This prevents failure notices before the first part reaches the camera.
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Trigg er (pin 4)
10ms
Busy (pin 1)
100ms
100ms
Pass/Fail (pin 3)
+5V DC
+5V DC
+5V DC
100ms
(TM-50 Search Time Frame)
V-TEK recommends the following timing values for Vision Mode 2 for a PASS condition.
Vision Mode 2 Timing
Figure 2.32
Note: If only one Pass/Fail Line is used with the vision system, the Busy Line (pin 1) and
Pass/Fail Line (pin 3) can be jumped together.
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Vision Hookup Example
Figure 2.33
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9
Figure 2.34
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Se n so r Ou t
Figure 2.35
Using the Comm Port
If the OEM TM-50 is connected to the serial port of a computer, the computer can call up any of
the preprogrammed jobs. Send the number 01--64 to the OEM TM-50 and it will immediately load
that job and go into run mode. If the job number is accepted, the OEM TM-50 will return the letters “OK.” If it is out of range and not accepted, it will return the letters “NO.” These job calls are
accepted either at the first power-up screen or when in the run mode. Only at these points will it
be recognized. The parameters of the port are 19200 baud, 8 bits, no parity, and 1 stop.
Refer to Figure 2.34 for the following information:
1.NC
2.TX
3.INPUT: RX
4.NC
5.Signal Ground
6.Not used
7.Not used
8.Not used
9.Not used
1234
678
VISION PORT
Using the Sensor Pass Through
All of the sensors that the OEM TM-50 monitors are also available as passed through outputs.
The extended software is not needed for self monitoring. All of the sensors are open collector
devices and can easily be interfaced. Refer to the figure below. The pinout of the port is as follows:
The Quick Setup Guide below provides a brief outline of the setup steps to get seasoned operators up and running quickly. Detailed, step-by-step instructions follow in the sections ahead.
Quick Setup Guide
1. Connect power and air supply.
2. Check to ensure foot switch, peripheral cable, and optional vision, sensor and communica-
tion ports are connected.
3. Turn the OEM TM-50 Controller ON.
4. Load carrier tape.
5. Load cover tape.
6. Load an empty take-up reel.
7. Select Heat or PSA Seal.
8. Setup the Sealer.
9. Perform a Seal Test.
10. Perform a Peel Force Test.
11. Set Tape Advance speed.
12. Create the Trailer.
13. Check the Carrier Tape Alignment.
14. Set the Counter.
15. Run the job.
Caution!
V-TEK® Incorporated takes no responsibility for the safety of the OEM TM-50 if it is
used for any purpose other than the intended purpose as specified in this User’s
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Air Line
Air Supply
Figure 3.1
Power
Take-up
Tension
Setup
Connect Power and Air Supply
1. Ensure the power and compressed air supplies are
connected to the machine, as described in Chapter 1.
Note: The air pressure should be set somewhere
between 80 psi, the minimum recommended air pressure, and 110 psi, the maximum recommended air
pressure.
2. Turn the machine on by pulling out the Power/Emer-
gency Stop button on the front of the controller.
Set the Controls
1. Turn the take-up reel tension adjust knob fully counterclockwise to zero to more easily place
a new take-up reel onto the take-up spindle.
2. Set the taping job parameters through the controller.
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Detent Shafts
Figure 3.3
Load Tapes
Figure 3.2
Adjust the Width of the Loading Track
The width of the loading track adjusts by moving the front track in and out on two shafts. The
shafts have detents that engage the front track at standard widths to accommodate 8-56mm carrier tapes. The track is adjusted by pulling or pushing the front track until the correct detent is
engaged on both sides. If it is unclear which position is needed, use a sample of the carrier tape
that will be loaded and compare it to the track. Adjust the loading track as necessary if it does
not fit.
Mount the Carrier Tape Reel
1. Remove the Carrier Tape Quick Lock from the Carrier
Tape Spindle.
Note: To remove the Quick Lock mechanism from the
cover tape support arm, pull the two metal disks apart and
slide the Quick-Lock off the spindle.
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Figure 3.4
Figure 3.5
Figure 3.6
2. Mount the bulk Carrier Tape Reel on the spindle so the
tape unwinds from the top and the sprocket holes of the carrier tape are on the inside for tape widths less than 32mm.
Tapes wider than 32mm have holes on both sides. Usually, the
outside holes of these larger carrier tapes are slightly oval in
shape.
t
3. Replace the Quick Lock and position it so the reel is sup-
ported and spins freely on the spindle with little or no drag.
4. Trim the end of the carrier tape so it is clean and straight.
Route the Carrier Tape
1. Guide the carrier tape into the Loading
Track.
2. Begin by routing it over the Tape Guide
that is situated below the loading track.
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Figure 3.7
Figure 3.8
3. Guide the carrier tape over the (2) Tape Guides which
are located at the right end of the Loading Track.
It should feed through the loading track easily. Lowering the
Feed Reel Support Arm can reduce drag if the angle at
which the carrier enters the loading track is too steep.
Note: Tape width pitches larger than 24mm will bind
while being fed through the wheels.
4. Bring the end of the carrier tape past the Sealer and
engage the sprocket holes on the teeth of the DriveSprocket. If the loading track is slightly askew, the carrier
tape may not feed to the sprocket easily. If so, readjust
the track with the track gauge.
Mechanical Hazard!
Avoid placing fingers between sprocket teeth and carrier tape when the OEM
TM-50 is in operation. Pinching or entrapment may occur if safety precautions
are not observed.
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Figure 3.9
Figure 3.10
Mount the Cover Tape
1. Place a reel of cover tape of the correct width to
match the carrier tape on the Cover Tape Spindle. The
tape should unwind to the right from the bottom of the
reel.
Note: To remove the Quick Lock mechanism from the
cover tape support arm, pull the two metal disks apart
and slide the Quick-Lock off the spindle.
2. Set the width of the Cover Tape Guide Assembly by
loosening the red knob on the assembly and holding the
cover tape against the inside of the guide. Slide the outside guide toward the tape until it touches it. Tighten the
knob.
3. The position of the Cover Tape Guide can be adjusted
using the Cover Tape Position Adjuster. Turning it clock-
wise will move the cover tape position toward the sprocket
side of the tape.
4. Using blue tabbing tape, attach the cover tape to the carrier tape. Thread both through the
Cover Tape Guide Sealer Assembly. Run the machine to advance the carrier and cover tapes
through the Sealer.
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Tension Adjustment Knob
Figure 3.11
Quick Lock
Front Reel Cover
Back Reel Cover
5. Check the tension of the cover tape by observing if there
is excess slack as the cover tape is pulled through the
sealer. If so, the tension is too little. If there is no slack,
check that the tension is not too tight by pulling the tape by
hand. If the tape does not unwind easily, it is too tight. In
either case, poor seal consistency can be a problem.
Adjust the cover tape tension by turning the Tension Adjust-ment Knob on the back of the Cover Tape Arm clockwise
(in) to increase tension. The goal is to tighten the cover tape
so there is not excess freedom in the tape when it is
advanced.
Note: Check to ensure that the outside reel cover is
not pressed too tightly against the cover tape reel.
This may interfere with the reel, creating tension problems.
Mount a Take-up Reel
Mount an empty take-up reel on the take-up reel spindle.
The width of the reel must match the width of the carrier
tape and its diameter should be large enough to accommodate the number of components in the taping job.
Mechanical Hazard!
Avoid placing fingers between the carrier
tape and the Take-up Reel when the OEM TM-50 is in operation. Pinching or
entrapment may occur if safety precautions are not observed.
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Figure 3.12
PSA Seal
Adjustment
Screw
Pressure
Figure 3.13
Power
Figure 3.14
Heat Seal Setup
If a PSA Seal is desired, proceed to the next section.
1. If the TM-50 was previously used for PSA Seal, loosen the Seal Roller Pressure Screws until
the Sealer Rollers are no longer in contact with the tape.
2. Make sure the power to the TM-50 is ON.
3. Turn the heat seal switch ON.
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Figure 3.15
4. Set the temperature controls to the appropriate temperature. Refer to the table below or to
Appendix B: Temperature Controller Default Settings.
CARRIER TAPE TYPECOVER TAPE TYPE
CONDUCTIVE BLACK
POLYCARBONATE
NON-CONDUCTIVE
CLEAR POLYCARBONATE
CONDUCTIVE BLACK
POLYSTYRENE
STATIC DISSIPATIVE
COVER
TEMPERATURE IN
CELSIUS
o
135-155
PRESSURE IN PSI
40-60250-400
DWELL TIME IN
MILLISECONDS
Note: The OEM TM-50 accommodates a wide range of carrier tapes and cover tapes. Set-
tings may vary from one tape product to another.
The settings in the table above are suggested starting points only. The temperature of each
shoe can be increased or decreased according to the results of a peel force test.
5. Adjust the heat shoe air pressure to the appropriate
setting. The recommended starting point is 50 psi.
Turning the Pressure Adjust knob clockwise will
increase the pressure, while turning it counterclockwise
will decrease the pressure. This setting controls the
amount of force applied when the sealer shoes drop.
Note: Maximum suggested air pressure is 110 psi.
6. Allow the Heat Sealer to reach its operating temper-
ature before continuing.
Te m p e r a t u r e H a z a r d !
Touching the heat block guard while the Heat Sealer is in operation may result in
burns. Use care when working near this area and allow it to cool before performing
maintenance.
7. Set the Controller parameters need for the current job and then place the machine into Run
Mode. Refer to the Controller chapter for additional information about setting the controller
parameters.
8. Advance the tape using the Foot Switch.
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Figure 3.16
Inner Seal Adjust
Outer Seal Adjust
Position
Locks
9. Check the sealed tape for the desired seal position.
The width of the Sealer Shoe positions is adjusted by the white, toothed seal position
adjusters on either side of the sealer. T urni ng the adjuster clockwise or counterclockwise
will adjust the Sealer Shoes to a narrower or wider position.
Inner Seal Position
The inner seal shoe is adjusted by the Inner Seal Position Adjuster. Turning the adjuster
clockwise will move the seal away from the operator. Turning the adjuster counterclockwise will move the seal toward the operator. Adjust to the desired position. Once the position has been adjusted, tighten the position lock to secure it.
Outer Seal Position
The outer seal shoe is adjusted by the Outer Seal Position Adjuster. Turning the adjuster
clockwise will move the seal toward the operator. Turning the adjuster counterclockwise
will move the seal away from the operator. Adjust to the desired position and then lock it
into place using the position lock knob.
10. Adjust the Heat Sealer temperature setting until the cover tape adhesive is fused to the car-
rier tape.
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Figure 3.17
Figure 3.18
Seal Position
Adjust Knobs
Sealer Block
Screws
PSA Seal Setup
1. Turn the heat seal switch OFF.
2. Refer to the Controller chapter to set the controller to PSA operation and place it in the Run
Mode.
3. Advance the tape using the Foot Switch.
4. Adjust the Inner and Outer Seal Roller Position using the white Seal Position Adjuster Knobs
on either side of the Heat Sealer. . Align the roller position over the strip of adhesive on either
side of the PSA cover tape.
5. On the top of each Sealer Block, there are three holes with a screw in the center hole. While
spinning the Sealer Wheel, turn the screw clockwise until the wheel no longer spins freely, then
turn the screw another 1/8 turn. The wheel should be firmly in contact with the t ape. Experience
will allow the operator to judge the correct adjustment by feel. Repeat for the other SealerWheel.
6. Advance the tape through the TM-50 using the Foot Switch. Adjust the Seal Roller Pressure
until the PSA adhesive is firmly adhered to the carrier tape.
Note: Excessive roller pressure may cause carrier tape advance problems or elongation of
sprocket holes in the carrier tape.
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Testing Seal Strength
Perform a Test Seal
1. Run the tape through the Taping Module by pressing the Foot Switch.
2. As the seal is occurring, watch the alignment of the cover tape with the carrier tape. The
cover tape should run exactly in the groove of the Cover Tape Guide and the seal should appear
as a solid, consistent line.
3. Adjust the seal positions as described in the sealer setup sections above, if necessary.
Perform a Peel Force Test
For most taping applications, a Peel Force Test is needed to determine the seal characteristics.
Perform as many Peel Force Tests as needed while adjusting the sealer controls to obtain the
required seal strength.
Instructions for Peel Force Test vary from one manufacturer to another. Follow the manufac-
turer’s instructions for the Peel Force Tester selected to perform the test. A V-TEK PT-55 PeelForce Tester is pictured below.
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Operation
Once carrier tape and cover tape have been loaded, sealer setup is complete and the controller
settings are selected, the OEM TM-50 is ready for operation.
Caution!
V-TEK® Incorporated takes no responsibility for the safety of the OEM TM-50 if it is
used for any purpose other than the intended purpose as specified in this User’s
Guide.
Mount a Take-up Reel
Mount an empty Take-up Reel on the Take-up Reel Spindle. The width of the reel must match
the width of the carrier tape and its diameter should be large enough to accommodate the number of components in the taping job.
Setup the Sealer
If the new job requires a change of sealer type (from Heat Seal to PSA, for instance) or size of
carrier tape, setup the Sealer for the new settings as described above in the Heat and PSA Setup
sections above.
Perform a Test Seal
Run the tape through the Taping Module by pressing the Foot Switch. As the seal is occurring,
watch the alignment of the cover tape with the carrier tape. The cover tape should run exactly in
the groove of the Cover Tape Guide and the seal should appear as a solid, consistent line.
Adjust the seal positions as described in the Sealer Setup sections above, if it is necessary.
Perform a Peel Force Test
For most taping applications, a Peel Force Test is needed to determine the seal characteristics.
Perform as many Peel Force Tests as needed while adjusting the sealer controls to obtain the
required seal strength.
Create the Trailer
Leader/Trailer
Before beginning a production reel, determine how long the trailer and the leader should be. The
terms “leader” and “trailer” refer to the lengths of empty carrier tape required at the beginning
(leader) and the end (trailer) of the finished reel of placed parts. Therefore, when the reel is
being taped on the TM-50, the trailer is the first length of empty carrier tape run before the first
part is taped and the leader is the length of empty carrier tape run after the last part is taped.
After the cover tape alignment and any Peel Force Tests are completed, run out enough sealed
empty pockets to make the trailer that is required for the current job.
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Examples of Ref. Points
Figure 3.19
1>RESET count to 0
2>SET Stop value
REV 2.xx
Figure 3.20
1>RESET count to 0
2>SET Stop value
REV 2.xx
Figure 3.21
Check Carrier Tape Alignment
To ensure an accurate count, select a spot on the loading
track as a reference point for the first and last parts
counted. Examples of reference points include the edge
of the stainless steel Carrier Tape Guide, one of the fas-
tener heads, or the Track Width Lock Knob.
Set the Counter
Set the counter STOP value in the Controller menu to the
batch size to be run, if necessary, and then reset the counter
to zero.
Place Components
1. The integrated place system will place the component in the pocket and advance the tape
accordingly.
2. Observe the carrier tape as it advances to confirm it is moving smoothly into the sealer and
the cover tape is being positioned correctly. Adjust tape advance speed, seal and cover tape as
needed.
3. When the end of the taped carrier reaches the Take-up Reel, attach it to the reel and set the
Take-up Tension Control so that the carrier winds onto the Take-up Reel but does not apply
excessive pressure to the carrier tape.
4. Once all components have been taped or the batch size
has been reached, reset the counter to zero and run out the
amount of empty carrier tape needed to make the reel’s
leader.
Cut the carrier tape and replaced the finished reel with a new
take-up reel. Repeat the above process.
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Using the Empty Pocket Detector
Set up EPD
1. In the Controller Setup Menu, select Mode, and then
press 3 to enable or disable the EPD Sensor.
2. Position the sensor over an empty pocket and press
the SET button on the Keyence Sensor Amplifier. The
position of the sensor can be adjusted by moving the
support arm into the desired position over the track.
3. Pace a component into the pocket the sensor has
been position over and press the SET button again. The
Sensor Amplifier will then be programmed to differentiate an empty pocket from a pocket with a component
placed in it.
The sensor must be reset for each new type of part to be
taped.
NOTE: For more information on the sensor/amplifier, refer to Appendix A: Sensors.
Operation with EPD
Operation with EPD is slightly different than operation without it.
Creating a Trailer
1. Turn the EPD OFF by selected the Mode option in the controller setup menu, so that it will not
fail the empty pockets that will run under it.
2. Without placing any parts, press the foot switch until the trailer is the desired length.
3. Reset the parts count to zero and turn the EPD back ON.
Ta pi n g P a r t s
1. Place the first part into the pocket that will next move under the sensor.
2. Press the foot switch once to advance the tape. After the part moves under the sensor, the
EPD inspection will be made. Ensure that the Advance option is set to one pocket at a time in
the Controller Setup Menu. Otherwise, the EPD will not function properly.
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Chapter 3: Setup and Operation47
Completion
When the counter reaches the STOP value set in the Controller, the machine will stop. The last
part that was counted will be under the sensor. Remove any additional parts in the loading track
that may be remaining.
Creating a Leader
1. Turn the EPD OFF through by selecting the Mode option in the Controller Setup Menu, so
that it will not fail the empty pockets that will run under it.
2. If a STOP value is being used, reset the parts count to zero in the controller.
3. Press the Foot Switch until the leader is the desired length.
The EPD sensing system works on a scanning system. An empty pocket seen during a tape
move will be posted as a failure at the end of the move.
On some machines, the EPD option is turned on through the Operator Interface Run Mode. In
this case, it is self enabling in operation. The Empty Pocket Test will not accept any fault signals
until either the sensor has seen the first valid part, or 300mm of carrier tape have passed without
a valid part being seen.
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Using E-Stop in Malfunction/Fail Situations
There is one Emergency Stop button located on the front of the OEM TM-50 con troller. When the
emergency stop is activated, all operations cease. If a jam in tape or some other malfunction
occurs, follow the steps below to resolve the failure.
1. Press the red E-Stop button on the front of the controller to power the OEM TM-50 off.
2. Disconnect the air supply.
3. Disconnect the power supply.
4. Resolve the problem.
5. Reconnect the air supply.
6. Reconnect the power supply.
7. Twist the E-Stop/Power button to turn the OEM TM-50 back on.
8. Resume operation.
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Follow the steps below when performing routine maintenance or cleaning on the OEM TM-50.
1.Turn the OEM TM-50 OFF.
2.Disconnect the air supply and place the unplugged air hose so it clearly visible.
3.Disconnect the power supply and place the unplugged power cord so it clearly visible.
4.Remove all carrier and cover tape.
5.Perform cleaning/maintenance as needed.
6.Reload Taper carrier tape and cover tape.
7.Reconnect the air supply.
8.Reconnect the power supply.
9.Turn the OEM TM-50 back ON.
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Chapter 4: Maintenance51
Maintenance Schedule
The OEM TM-50’s simple, low-maintenance design keeps required maintenance to a minimum.
The following schedule indicates common maintenance tasks and how frequently they should be
performed.
Maintenance TaskScheduleMaterials needed
Heat Sealer every 40 hours of operation • 3/32” hex wrench
• plastic or brass brush
• alcohol
Loading Track every 160 hours of operation
• small, stiff bristled paint
brush
Cover Tape Guide every 40 hours of operation
• alcohol
• cotton swabs
Air Pressure Regulator every 40 hours of operation
PSA Sealer every 40 hours of operation
• none
• alcohol
• cotton swabs
Fusesreplace as needed
• (2) 2A 5mm x 20mm
SLO BLO fuses
Note: Maintenance personnel are advised not to wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry
when operating or maintaining the OEM TM-50. Only qualified personnel with the proper
technical training, experience working on this type of equipment, and awareness of the
possible hazards should perform maintenance on the OEM TM-50.
Caution!
It is dangerous to service or maintain the OEM TM-50 while it is connected to air
and power supplies. Before performing any maintenance tasks, ensure the
machine is stationary and disconnect the electrical and pneumatic power supplies placing the unplugged cables in clear view.
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52OEM TM-50 User’s Guide
Figure 4.1
Remove
Remove
Maintenance Instructions
Heat Sealer
Heat Sealer maintenance consists mainly of cleaning built-up debris and adhesive residues from
the Heat Shoes. It should be cleaned after every 40 hours of operation. To clean the Heat Shoes,
follow the steps below.
1. Make sure the Main Power Switch is OFF.
2. Slide the Loading Tracks all the way out.
3. If the Sealer Assembly is still hot, allow it to cool completely before continuing.
4. Using a 3/32” hex wrench, remove the (3) BHCS and the red Seal Position Adjuster from the
(2) sheet metal covers
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Chapter 4: Maintenance53
5. Clean the residues from the Heat Shoes by using a plastic or brass brush soaked in alcohol.
Do not use a steel bristled brush. If there are some tough spots that will not come clean, the
sealer can be heated by plugging it into the Taping Machine, and then scraping it with the handle
of a wood brush or some other wooden implement.
Note: Do not attempt to use alcohol when the sealer is hot.
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54OEM TM-50 User’s Guide
Petcock
Check for
fluid here
Figure 4.2
Loading Track
The Loading Track should be cleared of dust and debris after every 160 hours of operation.
Strip the machine, remove the Cover Tape Guide, and brush the dust and debris from the track
with a small, stiff bristled paint brush. Excessive build-up of dirt and debris can cause carrier
tape jams.
Cover Tape Guide
The Cover Tape Guide may become coated with adhesive and dirt during taping. It is important
to keep the Tape Groove clean for proper alignment of the cover tape.
Clean the Tape Groove with alcohol and a cotton swab whenever it appears dirty. The recom-
mended cleaning schedule is every 40 hours of operation.
Air Pressure Regulator
Inspect the Air Regulator for moisture accumulation
after every 40 hours of operation. Turn the Petcock
on the bottom of the Regulator clockwise to release
the fluid if moisture is present. Tighten the Petcock
when moisture is gone.
Note: Frequency of moisture build-up will
vary with air quality. Check the Air PressureRegulator periodically to determine if fluids
need to be released more frequently.
Other than the release of moisture build-up,
the OEM TM-50 pneumatic system should
not require adjustment or replacement.
Should an issue with the pneumatic system arise, call V-TEK Service for assistance.
PSA Sealer
The adhesive residues should be cleaned from the Sealer Assembly every 40 hours of operatio n.
Wipe the entire assembly using a cloth soaked in alcohol. Using a cot ton swab soaked in alcohol,
clean between the Sealer Wheels. Also, clean th e entire surface of the black polyurethane wheel.
Note: Do not use solvents other than alcohol when cleaning the black polyurethane
wheels.
If during the cleaning process the Sealer has become completely out of adjustment, turn the
small screw behind the wheel counterclockwise approximately three turns. Slowly turn the screw
clockwise while spinning the top wheel. Stop adjusting when the bottom wheel starts spinning
with the top wheel.
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Chapter 4: Maintenance55
Fuses
The machine is fused with (2) 2A 5mmx20mm SLO BLO fuses installed in a fu se holder in the AC
Filter, just beneath the AC Power Receptacle. Replace as needed.
Lubrication
No lubrication is required or desired on the OEM TM-50 as all parts are no maintenance in this
regard and the use of lubricants could interfere with components.
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1
4
7
Figure 4.3
Front View
Electrical Connections
I-O Port (J1)
All output pins of the I-O port (J1) are open collector devices.
The I-O port pins are referenced to the pin 4 ground level.
The receptacle used is an AMP 206705-1 with 66103-4 male pins. The mate would be AMP
206708-1 plug, with 66105-4 socket pins.
When the OEM TM-50 is placed in the RUN mode at
the beginning of a job, the control pins will be in the
following states:
3
2
Pin 5 - End of Job - High Impedance
Pin 3 - Ready/Busy - High Impedance
Pin 2 - Fault - High Impedance
Pin 1 - Advance - Logic High 5VDC
The sequence of the handshake controls is as follows:
1. The Advance pin is pulled down to a logic low, for no less than 10 milliseconds.
2. The OEM TM-50 will set the ready/busy line lowand begin the advance process. Theready/
busy line will remain low until the advance is done and the heat sealing dwell time is completed.
While the OEM TM-50 is running this process, all advance commands are ignored. Upon completion of the advance/seal sequence, the busy/ready line will return to high and the next
advance will be accepted.
3. When the preset stop value is reached, two things happen that can be used as job done indicators.
• The busy/ready pin remains at a logic low.
5
6
8
9
• The job completed pin switches to a logic low.
Releasing the busy/ready and job completed signals is accomplished by pressing the ESC key,
and re-entering the RUN mode.
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Chapter 4: Maintenance57
Figure 4.4
Interface Information
Input
Pin 1 - external advance signal - a logic low start s advance. Pin 1 is internally pulled up to 5VDC.
Use an open collector device to control this pin. Do not exceed 5VDC.
Output
Pin 2 - fault signal - a logic low indicates an empty pocket
or other sensor fault
Pin 3 - ready/busy signal - a logic low indicates the
machine is busy
Pin 4 - logic common
Pin 5 - end of job - a logic low indicates the desired count
has been reached
Pin 6 - start mark signal line (optional)
EPD Input Port
Figure 4.4 indicates the power and signal pins that are used by the EPD input port.
I-O Connector Considerations
Pin 1 is the external advance pin. This pin is to be activated by an open collector device. Pin 1 is
internally pulled up to 5 VDC.
The fault output is at pin 2 of the I-O connector. When a fault is detected the output will produce
a logic low.
Pins 2,3,5 are open drain mosfets. These are controlled by the TM-50 system. Each pin can
sink 200ma.
All active logic signals are logic low. For example, the busy signal will be low while an advance is
in progress.
The DC system within the TM-50 is isolated from the AC system. DC ground is not connected to
either chassis ground or AC neutral.
For safety, connect the control system DC ground to the TM-50 I-O pin 4 DC ground. The control system DC ground should also be isolated from the AC system. However , the control system
DC ground may safely be connected to chassis ground, if necessary.
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If the AC system used to power the TM-50 is a single phase system, where the neutral leg connects to the chassis ground at the fuse box, DC ground could also be connected to AC neutral
without problem.
WARNING! If the AC system used to power the TM-50 is a two phase
system, (neither leg connects to chassis ground at the fuse box) only the
chassis ground can be used as a DC common. Connecting DC com-
mon to either power leg will result in severe damage to the TM-50.
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R4
1k
R5
1k
R2
1k
R3
1k
1
2
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1
2
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I/O PORT
MALE PINS
TM -5 0HOS T
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5
BUSY
ADVANCE -SIGNAL
5
HOS T SYSTEM POWER
FAULT
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2
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Set ButtonPreset Value (PV) Green IndicatorManual ButtonOutput Selector
Operation IndicatorCurrent Value (CV) Red indicator
Mode Button
Button
Keyence FS-V21/FS-V22 Sensor Amplifiers
The Keyence FS-V21 and FS-V22 sensor amplifiers (shown in Figure A.1) are used on the TM-50 for both the low
cover tape sensor and the empty pocket detector. The V21 is the low cover tape amplifier unit and V22 is the EPD
amplifier unit. The FS-V22 is designed to be attached electrically to the FS-V21 and share VDC and GRND sources,
so that the FS-V22 unit draws ground and power through the FS-V21. Otherwise, the two units function independent
of one another.
Selecting the Output Mode
The FS-V21/FS-V22 sensor-amplifiers can be set to two Output Modes: light-ON or dark-ON. This determin es under
what conditions the sensor is triggered and the Operation Indicator is lit. In light-ON mode, the sensor will be triggered
when the current value (CV) of detected light from the emitter is higher than the preset value (PV). In dark-ON mode,
the sensor is triggered when the CV of detected light is lo wer than the PV. Essentially, in light-ON Output Mode the
sensor detects when an obstruction occurs (causing reflected light to increase) an d in dark-ON Output Mode the sensor detects when an obstruction is removed (causing reflected light to decrease).
1. Press the Output Selector button. The CV indicator will display the current mode.
2. Press th e Manual bu tton wi thin 5 se conds o f having p ressed the Output Sele cto r button. The Output Mode will be
toggled.
3. The CV indicator will return to its normal display after 5 seconds have elapsed.
Locking the Keys
It is sometimes desirable to lock the keys of the sensor amplifiers so that the currents settings are not inadvertently
changed.
1. Hol d down the Manu al button and the Mode button simultaneously for at least three seconds.
2. The CV indicator will display “Loc” to indicate that the lock is in place.
3. Repeat the same procedure to unlock the keys. The display will flash the message “unL”.
Two-point Calibration
1. With an obstructing object between the sensors (ideally, a full reel of cover tape), press and release the SET button. The PV indicator will be lit.
2. Remove the obstruction between th e sensors and press SET a gain. The ampl ifier will return to its normal operating mode. The number shown on the PV indicator should change.
3. Th e sensor’s operation indicator should be lit while there is no obstruction between the sensors.
The Omron E5GC Temperature Controller is used to monitor and maintain a target temperature range for
the sealing shoes of the heat sealer. The heat sealer is equipped with two c ontrollers, which control the
two sealer shoes (inside and outside) independently. The controllers are set by default to maintain a temperature range equal to the set point +/-10 degrees for their respective sealer shoe. The controller does
this by comparing the present value (current temperature) to the set point (target temperature). It turns on
the heating element in the sealer shoe whenever th e present value d rops to 10 degr ees below the set point
and allows them to cool when the present value rises to 10 degrees above the tar get temperature.
Adjusting the Set Points
To adjust the set point, simply press the increment or decrement keys (up and down arrows). The green
Set Point Display will show the changes and the controller will immediately begin adjusting the temperature
of the sealer shoes according to the new range that results. If a large adjustment is required, pressing and
holding the up or down arrow keys will increase or decrease the set point quickly.
Default Factory Settings
Refer to the Omron E5GC User’s Guide when necessary for more detailed technical information regarding
the operation of the termperature controllers. The directions below describe the factory settings set at the
time the controllers are installed at V-TEK, Inc.
Operation Level Settings (Figure 1.1)
1. Select the Run-Stop Settings, displayed as r-S, by pressing the Mode Key. It
should be set to rUn.
2. Select the Upper Limit Alarm, displayed as AL 1H. It should be set to 10.
3. Select the Lower Limit Alarm, displayed as AL 1L. It should be set to 10.
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Appendix B: Temperature ControllerB- 3
Figure 1.1
Figure 1.2
Setting Protection Levels (Figure 1.1)
1. Press and hold the level and mode keys for at least three seconds. The controller will enter Protect Level.
2. The first parameter, Operation/Adjustment Protection, will read as oAPt on the
PV display. It should be set to 0. If not, make adjustments with the Up or Down
Arrow Keys.
3. Press the Mode Key. This moves to the Initial Setting/Communications Protec-tion parameter, which will read as iCPt. It should be set to 1.
4. Press the Mode Key again. This moves to the Setting Changes Protection
parameter, which will read as utPt. It should be set to off.
Initial Settings (Figure 1.2)
1. Press the Level Key for at least three seconds. The PV display will flash after one
second and temperature control will stop. The controller is then in Initial SettingsLevel.
2. The Input Type parameter will display as In-T. It should be set to 7. This setting
corresponds to the J type thermocouple used in V-TEK sealers.
3. Select the Temperature Unit parameter, displayed as d-u, by pressing the Mode
Key. It should set to C, which selects Celsius.
4. Select the Control Period parameter, displayed as CP, by pressing the Mode Key.
It should be set to 5.
5. Select the Direct/Reverse Operation parameter, displayed as orEu. It should be
set to or-r.
6. Select the PID/On-Off parameter, displayed as CntL. It should be set to Pid.
7. Select the Self-tuning parameter, displayed as St. It should be set to off.
8. Select the Alarm Type parameter, displayed as ALt1. It should be set to 1.
9. Select the Set Point High Limiter, displayed as sl-H. It should be set to 850.
10.Select the Set Point Low Limiter, displayed as sl-L. It should be set to -100.
61574415.fmOmron E5GC Temperature Controller
B- 4TM-50 User’s Guide
Figure 1.3
Adjustment Level Settings (Figure 1.3)
1. While still in the Initial Settings Level, press the Level Key once for less than one
second. The controller will enter the Adjustment Level.
2. The initial parameter displayed is the Auto-tuning parameter, displayed as At . It
should be set to off.
3. Select the Temperature Input Shift parameter, displayed as inS, by pressing the
Mode Key. It should be set to 0.0.
4. Select the Proportional Band parameter, displayed as P. It should be set to 20.
5. Select the Integral Time parameter, displayed as i. It should be set to 42.
6. Select the Derivative Time parameter, displayed as d. It should be set to 7.
7. Press the Level key again for less than one second. The controller will return to
normal operation.
Calibration Procedure
Calibrate the temperature controllers as needed, following the steps below:
1. Measure the temperature of the seal shoe at the end of the thermocouple with the temperature probe.
2. If the temperature reading on the controller is different than that of the probe, adjust the temperature
input shift value in the Adjustment Level of the temperature controller.
Example: If the controller reading is 140 degrees C and the probe reading is 115 degrees C, set the
Temperature Input Shift Value at -15 degrees C.
3. Press the Level Key for less than a second. Then select InS. Enter -50 with the up/down arrow keys.
If the controller reading is higher than the pr obe read ing , the input shif t entry should be a neg ative number. If the probe is higher, the entry should be a positive number. Re-che ck both readings and continue
to adjust the input shift until the controller and probe readings are within +/- 5 degrees C of each other.
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