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HOT RUNNER CONTROLLER

Instruction

Manual

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Summary of content (10 pages)

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For Technical Assistance in the U.S., Call Toll-Free: 800-782-6776 For Technical Assistance Outside the U.S., Call: 610-828-2490 SERIES RMB HOT RUNNER CONTROLLER Instruction Manual CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS EUROPE Athena Controls, Inc. 5145 Campus Drive Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 U.S.A. Tel: (610) 828-2490 Fax: (610) 828-7084 Toll-Free in U.S.: 1-800-782-6776 E-Mail: sales@athenacontrols.com Internet: www.athenacontrols.com Athena Controls, Ltd. P.O.
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Introduction Thank you for choosing Athena Controls. Congratulations on your purchase. Used properly, this precision instrument will provide you with many years of trouble-free and productive service. The RMB Series zone controllers offer many advanced features designed to increase productivity and ensure fast, accurate and repeatable mold temperature control. ! Compatible with all previous G1 and G+ units and all existing Hot Runner Controls for easy retrofit/replacement.
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Table of Contents General Description General Description .................................................................... 5 Installation ................................................................................... 6 Jumper Selections ...................................................................... 6 Factory Default Settings .............................................................. 7 Entering and Changing Parameter Values ................................. 8 Parameter Descriptions ...
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Installation Set jumper configuration to desired operation (see jumper table). To install the controller in a mainframe, release the locking device on the lower edge of the unit by pulling the plunger gently away from the panel. NOTE: For CE units use appropriate tool to remove locking screw. Align the upper and lower edges of the controller printed circuit board with the respective card guides on the mainframe and slide the unit all the way into the mainframe until the rear connector is completely engaged.
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Entering and Changing Parameter Values Parameter Descriptions Process Temperature Display (3 Digit) PROPORTIONAL BANDWIDTH Setpoint, Percent Output, or Heater Current Display (4 Digit) Proportional Band is the amount of deviation of the controlled variable required to move through the full range (expressed in % of span or degrees of temperature). It is an expression of Gain (the wider the band, the lower the gain.) This item is accessible within the Menu.
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Modes of Operation Functions SENSOR SAMPLING Manual Mode To switch to Manual Mode from Auto Mode, press the MODE key until the “Manual” LED illuminates. This mode allows the operator to adjust the Manual Output Percentage (0 to 100%) by pressing the UP/DOWN arrow keys. There are two different parameters that can be viewed on the lower display while in MANUAL mode. Pressing the DISPLAY key will toggle between them.
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Functions (cont’d) Functions (cont’d) COMPUSTEP® / BAKE OUT / SOFT START MANUAL CONTROL MODE Gradually applying power to the heaters extends the life of the heaters and the mold. Phase angle firing is used to implement the CompuStep feature. The CompuStep will last for 5 minutes or until the temperature reaches 200 °F. Switching between Auto and Manual mode is easily accomplished by pressing the MODE key to toggle between both states. In Manual mode, the LED indicator labeled “Manual” is illuminated.
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Functions (cont’d) Functions (cont’d) PRESET DEVIATION ALARMS NORMAL OPERATING MODE DISPLAY FUNCTIONS The RMB provides two deviation alarms, preset to 30 °F or 17 °C above and below setpoint value. If the process temperature falls below the setpoint minus the low deviation alarm value, or if the process temperature rises above the setpoint plus the high deviation alarm value, the controller enters the alarm state. The Alarm LED will illuminate.
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Display and Error Codes DISPLAY CODE Pb RAte At.OP EnA oncE dIS tUn Specifications DESCRIPTION Proportional Band Derivative w/tracking integral Autotune Operation (enable/once/disable) Enable Once Disable Autotuning ERROR CODE Err.L Err.
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Two-Year Limited Warranty THIS EQUIPMENT IS WARRANTED TO BE FREE FROM DEFECTS OF MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP. IT IS SOLD SUBJECT TO OUR MUTUAL AGREEMENT THAT THE LIABILITY OF ATHENA CONTROLS, INCORPORATED IS TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT AT ITS FACTORY, PROVIDED THAT IT IS RETURNED WITH TRANSPORTATION PREPAID WITHIN TWO (2) YEARS OF ITS PURCHASE.