Durablue 4
Durablue 4
Durablue 4
Model D4F
Customer Product Manual
Part 1065648A09
Issued 3/14
Nordson Corporation
Attn: Customer Service
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Duluth, GA 30097
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Table of Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Safety Alert Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Responsibilities of the Equipment Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Instructions, Requirements, and Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
User Qualifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Applicable Industry Safety Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Intended Use of the Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Instructions and Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Installation Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Operating Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Maintenance and Repair Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Equipment Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Equipment Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Relieving System Hydraulic Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
De-energizing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Disabling the Guns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
General Safety Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Other Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Safety Labels and Tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Other Sources of Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Online Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Limitations of Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Modes of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Melter Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Key Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Quick-Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Installation Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Experience of Installation Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Electrical Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Other Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Unpacking the Melter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Contents of the Installation Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Customer-Supplied Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Mounting the Melter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Connecting the Electrical Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Connecting Hoses and Guns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Connecting the Air Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Adjusting the Low-Level Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Setting Up the Melter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Quick Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Operating Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Selecting Operating Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Reading or Editing Operating Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Set-point Temperature of the Tank, Hoses, and Guns . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Save and Restore Melter Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Review Parameter and Set-point Temperature Changes . . . . . . . 3-26
Installing Melter Inputs/Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29
Installing Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Connecting a Gun Driver, Pattern Controller, or Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Flushing the Melter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Setting Up the Pressure Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Setting Up Melter Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
More about Heated Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Starting the Melter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Monitoring the Melter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Confirm that the Melter is Operating Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Monitor Component Temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Monitor Melter Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
How F1, F2, and F3 Faults are Handled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
How F4 Faults are Handled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Monitor the Service Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Adjusting Component Temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Storing and Retrieving Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Entering the Melter Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Using Melter Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
Heater Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
Pump Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
Setup Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Seven-day Clock Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Standby Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Shutting Down the Melter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Relieving System Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Locking Out External Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Cleaning the Melter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Replacing the Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Cleaning the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Tightening the Pump Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Tightening the Pump Gland Bolt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Melter Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Pump Operating Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Using the Troubleshooting Flow Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Troubleshooting Quick-checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Returning the Melter Setup to Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Identifying Electrical Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
DuraBlue Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Using the Illustrated Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Melter Assembly Part Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Lid and Sensor Assembly Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Tank and Drive Assembly Parts Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Tank/Drive Assembly Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Tank Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Pump Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Manifold Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Drive Assembly Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Pedestal Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Electrical Component Service Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Circuit Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Thermostat, Heaters, and RTDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Low-Level Control Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Cables and Harnesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Adhesive Sensor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Hose Support Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Special Hose and Adapter Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Section 1
Safety
Read this section before using the equipment. This section contains
recommendations and practices applicable to the safe installation,
operation, and maintenance (hereafter referred to as “use”) of the product
described in this document (hereafter referred to as “equipment”). Additional
safety information, in the form of task-specific safety alert messages,
appears as appropriate throughout this document.
Safety Information
S Research and evaluate safety information from all applicable sources,
including the owner-specific safety policy, best industry practices,
governing regulations, material manufacturer’s product information, and
this document.
S Make safety information available to equipment users in accordance
with governing regulations. Contact the authority having jurisdiction for
information.
S Maintain safety information, including the safety labels affixed to the
equipment, in readable condition.
User Qualifications
Equipment owners are responsible for ensuring that users:
Installation Practices
S Install the equipment in accordance with the instructions provided in this
document and in the documentation provided with auxiliary devices.
S Ensure that the equipment is rated for the environment in which it will be
used and that the processing characteristics of the material will not
create a hazardous environment. Refer to the Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS) for the material.
S If the required installation configuration does not match the installation
instructions, contact your Nordson representative for assistance.
S Position the equipment for safe operation. Observe the requirements for
clearance between the equipment and other objects.
S Install lockable power disconnects to isolate the equipment and all
independently powered auxiliary devices from their power sources.
S Properly ground all equipment. Contact your local building code
enforcement agency for specific requirements.
S Ensure that fuses of the correct type and rating are installed in fused
equipment.
S Contact the authority having jurisdiction to determine the requirement for
installation permits or inspections.
Operating Practices
S Familiarize yourself with the location and operation of all safety devices
and indicators.
S Confirm that the equipment, including all safety devices (guards,
interlocks, etc.), is in good working order and that the required
environmental conditions exist.
S Use the personal protective equipment (PPE) specified for each task.
Refer to Equipment Safety Information or the material manufacturer’s
instructions and MSDS for PPE requirements.
S Do not use equipment that is malfunctioning or shows signs of a
potential malfunction.
S Confirm the correct operation of all safety devices before placing the
equipment back into operation.
S Dispose of waste cleaning compounds and residual process materials
according to governing regulations. Refer to the applicable MSDS or
contact the authority having jurisdiction for information.
S Keep equipment safety warning labels clean. Replace worn or damaged
labels.
S hot melt and cold adhesive application equipment and all related
accessories
S pattern controllers, timers, detection and verification systems, and all
other optional process control devices
Equipment Shutdown
To safely complete many of the procedures described in this document, the
equipment must first be shut down. The level of shut down required varies
by the type of equipment in use and the procedure being completed.
If required, shut down instructions are specified at the start of the
procedure. The levels of shut down are:
1. Turn off the equipment and all auxiliary devices connected to the
equipment (system).
2. To prevent the equipment from being accidentally energized, lock and
tag the disconnect switch(es) or circuit breaker(s) that provide input
electrical power to the equipment and optional devices.
NOTE: Government regulations and industry standards dictate specific
requirements for the isolation of hazardous energy sources. Refer to the
appropriate regulation or standard.
1. Turn off or disconnect the gun triggering device (pattern controller, timer,
PLC, etc.).
2. Disconnect the input signal wiring to the gun solenoid valve(s).
3. Reduce the air pressure to the gun solenoid valve(s) to zero; then
relieve the residual air pressure between the regulator and the gun.
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CAUTION! Hot surfaces! Avoid contact with the hot metal surfaces of
HM guns, hoses, and certain components of the melter. If contact can not
be avoided, wear heat-protective gloves and clothing when working
around heated equipment. Failure to avoid contact with hot metal
surfaces can result in personal injury.
First Aid
If molten hot melt comes in contact with your skin:
1. Do NOT attempt to remove the molten hot melt from your skin.
2. Immediately soak the affected area in clean, cold water until the hot melt
has cooled.
3. Do NOT attempt to remove the solidified hot melt from your skin.
4. In case of severe burns, treat for shock.
5. Seek expert medical attention immediately. Give the MSDS for the hot
melt to the medical personnel providing treatment.
Section 2
Introduction
This manual describes the installation and use of the DuraBlue 4 (D4F)
adhesive melter. When necessary, the reader is referred to the
documentation supplied with other Nordson products or products supplied
by third parties.
Online Support
Visit www.enordson/support to download melter firmware updates and Blue
Series software utilities.
Product Description
See Figure 2-1. Nordson DuraBlue adhesive melters are used in
conjunction with Nordson hot melt hoses and guns to create a hot melt
application system.
The melter liquifies solid-form hot melt and maintains the hot melt at the
desired temperature. When the guns are activated, the melter pumps the
liquified hot melt through the hoses and out the gun nozzles, where it is
commonly applied to the surface of a product.
Intended Use
DuraBlue melters are specifically designed to:
S Melt and pump solid-form hot melt materials that are engineered to
be liquified and extruded at temperatures below 204 _C (400 _F)
S Be used with compatible hot melt hoses and guns that are
manufactured by Nordson Corporation
S Be used in non-explosive environments
Limitations of Use
Use DuraBlue melters only for the purpose for which they are designed.
DuraBlue melters should not be used:
Modes of Operation
DuraBlue melters operate in the following modes:
Melter Identification
See Figure 2-2. You will need the model and part number of your melter
when requesting service or ordering spare parts and optional equipment.
The model and part number are indicated on the equipment identification
plate that is located on the front of the melter.
Key Components
Figure 2-3 provides the name and the location of key melter components.
3 6
5
7
4
2
15 14
10
11
1 12
13
1 2 3
4
10
0.201”
7 8 9
9 4 5 6
1 2 3 5
8 7
Figure 2-4 Control panel
1. Fault LED 5. Keypad 8. Left display and scroll key
2. Ready LED 6. Serial port 9. Function keys
3. Component keys/LEDs 7. Right display and scroll keys 10. Service LED
4. Control switch
Optional Equipment
Optional equipment may be ordered to expand the functionality of DuraBlue
melters, including, but not limited to, the following:
Section 3
Installation
Quick-Start
If you have already installed the melter and you have no questions
concerning the installation, go to Setting Up the Melter later in this section
for information about how to prepare the melter to operate with your
manufacturing process.
Overview
DuraBlue melters are factory-configured for each order and require only the
assembly and set up tasks described in this section. If your melter was
ordered as a complete system, the shipping container will also contain one
or more hot melt hoses and guns.
The melter is shipped from the factory with an installation kit that contains
components that must be assembled on the melter by the customer. Some
additional materials must also be supplied by the customer to complete the
installation.
Additional Information
This section presents installation procedures in their most commonly used
form. Procedural variations or special considerations are explained in the
additional information table that follows most procedures. Where applicable,
some table entries also contain cross-reference information. Additional
information tables are indicated by the symbol shown to the left.
Installation Tasks
The installation sequence is as follows:
Installation Requirements
Before installing the melter, ensure that the desired installation location
provides the required clearances, environmental conditions, and utilities.
Clearances
Figure 3-1 illustrates the minimum clearances that are required between the
melter and surrounding objects. Table 3-1 describes each clearance.
1/ in.
4
Electrical Power
Before installing the melter, ensure that the melter will not be overloaded
and that the plant’s electrical service is rated to handle the power required
by the melter and the hoses and guns that you plan to use.
Other Considerations
Consider the following additional factors when determining where to install
the melter.
S The maximum distance between the melter and each gun is dictated by
the power requirement of each hose. Refer to Appendix A, Calculating
Melter Power Requirements, for information about how to determine the
maximum allowable length.
S The operator must be able to safely reach the control panel and
accurately monitor the control panel indicators.
S The operator must be able to safely observe the level of hot melt inside
the tank.
S The melter must be installed away from areas with strong drafts or
where sudden temperature changes occur.
S The melter must be installed where it will be in conformance with the
ventilation requirements specified in the Material Safety Data Sheet for
the hot melt being used.
The installation kit also contains a package of safety label overlays that are
printed in variety of languages. If required by local regulations, the
appropriate language overlay should be applied over the English version of
the same label. Refer to Safety Labels and Tags in Section 1, Safety, for the
location of each safety label.
5 P/N 939955
6 P/N1027144
2 P/N 1068593
7 P/N 939683
3 P/N 230724
Customer-Supplied Materials
The following additional materials are also required to install the melter:
S 8-mm (5/16-in.) machine bolts and locking hardware for mounting the
melter
Refer to Section 8, Technical Data, for the weight of the melter. Refer to the
technical data provided by the hot melt manufacturer for information about
the volumetric weight of the hot melt.
381 mm
(15.00 in.)
110 mm
(4.33 in.)
Mounting holes
72 mm
(2.83 in.)
250 mm
(9.84 in.)
NOTE: DuraBlue melters with an attached power cord are not for use with
residential electrical service.
1. Plug the melter power cord (1) into the HAN 6-position receptacle
located on the pedestal (2).
All other service types require pedestal P/N 735197, which includes
a transformer. The power supply can be:
S 480 VAC three-phase Delta, no neutral
S 380 VAC three-phase Delta, no neutral
S 400 VAC three-phase Delta, no neutral
NOTE: The pedestal with transformer is prewired for use with 480 VAC
three-phase Delta, no neutral. To use a different incoming power supply
voltage, the wiring connected to the the transformer must be changed to
match the incoming power supply used.
2 1
A1 = L1
3
A2 = L2
A3 = L3
B1 = N
4
B-Ground = PE/G
Line 1 = Terminal 1
Line 2 = Terminal 2
Line 3 = Terminal 3
Neutral = Terminal 4
PE/G = PE/G (ground)
To connect hoses
Observe the following guidelines:
S For information about choosing the correct Nordson hot melt hose for
your manufacturing process, refer to the latest edition of Nordson’s hot
melt dispensing equipment Replacement Parts Catalog or contact your
Nordson representative.
S Connect hoses to any of the hose ports provided on the manifold. The
melter is shipped with five hose fittings (capped) pre-installed on the
manifold.
S Refer to the user’s guide provided with each Nordson hose. The guide
contains important information about routing and installing the hose.
S Save all of the plugs that were removed from the hose ports. A plug will
Hose ports on manifold need to be reinstalled into a hose port if a hose is later removed.
S A special hose and adapter cable that allow HHS HME500 applicators to
be used with this melter are available. Refer to Section 7, Parts, for the
part numbers of these components.
To connect guns
Observe the following guidelines:
S For information about choosing the most appropriate Nordson hot melt
gun for your manufacturing process, refer to the latest edition of
Nordson’s hot melt dispensing equipment Replacement Parts Catalog or
contact your Nordson representative. Refer to Appendix A, Calculating
Melter Power Requirements, for information about how to calculate the
power required by Nordson hot melt guns.
S Refer to the user’s guide that is shipped with each gun for information
about installing the gun and connecting a hose to the gun.
NOTE: DuraBlue melters are shipped with a 100-mesh (0.15-mm) hot melt
filter installed in the pump body. Filters with 50- and 150-mesh screens
(0.11 mm and 0.07 mm respectively) are also available. Order the
appropriate filter based on the smallest nozzle size used in your application.
6 mm
1−10 bar (15−145 psi)
NOTE: The power to the low level sensor shuts off whenever the heaters
are turned off.
3 3. Turn P1 from the switching point between the LEDs one-half turn
counterclockwise and leave it in its present position.
The melter is shipped from the factory with the most commonly used
operating parameters already set up. The factory setup can be modified at
any time to suit your manufacturing process.
Quick Setup
Table 3-2 describes the most commonly used operating parameters and
their factory settings. Review the table to determine if the factory settings for
each parameter will support your manufacturing process. If the default
values for each of these operating parameters are appropriate for your
manufacturing process, then no melter setup is required. Go directly to
Set-point Temperature of the Tank, Hoses, and Guns later in this section to
complete the installation process.
If you need to make changes to the factory setup or if you want to learn
about other operating parameters, go to the next part in this section,
Operating Parameters.
A timer that turns on a service LED when the value set for the
timer equals the number of hours that the heaters have been
5 Service Interval Time
on. The service LED is used to signal the need for
500 hours
maintenance.
Sets the amount of time the melter will remain in the standby
26 Manual Standby Time
mode after the standby key is pressed.
Disabled
Operating Parameters
The melter uses operating parameters to store noneditable and editable
values. Noneditable values are those that provide information about the
historical performance of the melter. Editable values are either a numeric
set-point or a control option setting. Control option settings affect the display
of information or the function of the melter.
In addition to the ability to read and edit parameter values, you can also
save and restore the current value of every operating parameter and review
a log of the last ten changes that were made to editable parameters.
3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of the desired parameter.
Refer to Table 3-4 for a complete list of parameters.
Clear/Reset key
6. Use the keypad to enter the desired numeric set-point or control option
into the right display. Refer to Appendix B, Operating Parameters, for
information about the numeric value or control option choices for each
Enter key parameter.
NOTE: If the keypad has no affect on the right display, the melter is
password protected. You must enter a valid password before you can
edit parameters. Refer to Entering the Melter Password in Section 4,
Operation.
Pressure Control
15 Pressure Set-Point 0 to 45 (bar) 0 (disabled) A
16 Over Pressure Set-Point 0 to 10 (bar) above the pressure
set-point (parameter 15)
0 A
Temperature Control
20 Temperature Units (degrees _C or C (degrees Celsius) or F
_F) (degrees Fahrenheit)
C (degrees Celsius) A
Input Setup
30 Standard Input 1 0–14 10 (Automatic Standby) A
31 Standard Input 2 0−14 1 (Standby On/Off) A
32 Standard Input 3 0−9, 11−14 2 (Heaters On/Off) A
Output Setup
40 Standard Output 1 0–6 1 (Ready) A
41 Standard Output 2 0–6 3 (Fault) A
42 Standard Output 3 0–6 4 (Not used) A
Continued...
PID Selection
80−91 PID Selection for Hose/Gun
Receptacles
0−3 0 or 1 A
RTD Setup
92 Gun 1 RTD Type 0 (nickel 120) or 1 (platinum 100) 0 (nickel 120) A
93 Gun 2 RTD Type 0 (nickel 120) or 1 (platinum 100) 0 (nickel 120) A
94 Gun 3 RTD Type 0 (nickel 120) or 1 (platinum 100) 0 (nickel 120) A
95 Gun 4 RTD Type 0 (nickel 120) or 1 (platinum 100) 0 (nickel 120) A
96 Gun 5 RTD Type 0 (nickel 120) or 1 (platinum 100) 0 (nickel 120) A
97 Gun 6 RTD Type 0 (nickel 120) or 1 (platinum 100) 0 (nickel 120) A
Recipe Control
98 Store Recipe 0−3 0
99 Display Active Recipe 0−3 0
NOTE A: These parameter settings are saved when a recipe is stored.
S Global—The tank and all hoses and guns are set to the same set-point
temperature.
S Global-by-component group—All of the hoses or all of the guns are
set to the same set-point temperature.
S Individual Component—The set-point temperature of the tank and
each hose and gun is set individually.
Since most manufacturing processes will require the tank, hoses, and guns
to be set to the same temperature, only the global method of assigning
set-point temperatures is described in this section. For information about the
other two methods of assigning set-point temperatures, refer to Section 4,
Adjusting Component Temperatures.
As with operating parameters, you can also save and restore set-point
temperatures and review past changes that were made to set-point
temperatures.
Ready LED
This save-restore feature is useful in instances where the settings that are
in use are deliberately or accidentally changed and you need to return the
melter to its pre-change setup.
+ With the melter in the automatic scan mode, simultaneously press the
number 2 key and the Setup key.
You can transfer melter settings from one Refer to Appendix C, Melter
melter to another using the Nordson Communications
Configuration Manager software utility.
3. Press a right-display scroll key to review each of the remaining nine log
entries. Each press of a scroll key displays a progressively older log
entry.
4. Press the Setup key to return to the automatic scan mode.
Are used in conjunction with the LEDs on the component keys to indicate the
location and method of a set-point temperature change.
When this LED is And the Fourth The change was And the Method
on.. Digit Indicates.. to.. of Change was..
Global-by-
Hose Key 0 All hoses
component
Global-by-
Gun Key 0 All guns
component
Example 1:
Example 2:
If the LED on the gun key is on, then this display would
indicate that the global-by-component method was used to change the
temperature of the guns.
The inputs require a 10 to 30 VDC signal voltage. The inputs are not
polarity-sensitive.
WARNING! The operator can override the melter inputs by using the control
panel function keys. Ensure that the control logic for any external device
that sends an input signal to the melter is programmed to prevent the
creation of an unsafe condition in the event that the operator overrides an
external input to the melter.
About outputs
The melter is also equipped with four outputs. Outputs are used to
communicate with user-supplied production equipment or control hardware,
such as a programmable logic controller.
Three outputs can be set up in the melter’s firmware to provide one of the
following outputs:
All outputs contacts are rated at 240 VAC 2 A or 30 VDC 2 A. All contacts
are normally open when the melter is turned off.
If you are not going to connect any inputs or outputs, assemble the 25-pin
I/O connector (the connector assembly and hood shown in Figure 3-7) from
the installation kit and connect the assembly to the 25-pin I/O receptacle on
the melter. The 25-pin I/O connector must be installed for correct melter
operation (pressure buildup/emergency stop).
1. Use the crimp pins from the installation kit to connect the inputs/outputs
you wish to use to the connector assembly.
NOTE: Do not remove the preinstalled jumper from the connector
assembly.
2. Assemble the connector assembly and hood to create the 25-pin I/O
connector.
3. Connect the 25-pin I/O connector to the 25-pin I/O receptacle on the
melter.
1
2
P/N 230724
P/N 1068687
P/N 1068593
5
3
25-pin I/O
connecter Customer mating
terminal connector terminal
A1 Input 1
A2 Input 2
A3 Input 3
A4 Bit 0 (recipe selection)
A5 Bit 1 (recipe selection)
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5 0 VDC (customer-supplied)
B2 Emergency stop (interrupt
B3 I/P transducer signal)
A6 Pressure-correct output
A7 Output 1
A8 Output 2
A9 Output 3
C6
C7
C8
C9 +24 VDC (customer-supplied)
Before using the melter for production, it should be flushed to remove any
residue left over from factory-testing. Flushing the melter is accomplished
by processing a minimum of one tank volume of hot melt through the melter,
hoses, and guns.
Refer to Section 4, Operation, for information about filling the tank and
operating the melter.
Section 4
Operation
Additional Information
This section presents operating procedures in their most commonly used
form. Procedural variations or special considerations are explained in the
additional information table that follows most procedures. Where applicable,
some table entries also contain cross-reference information. Additional
information tables are indicated by the symbol shown to the left.
WARNING! Hot! Risk of burns! Use a scoop to fill the tank with hot melt
Never use your bare hands. Using your bare hands to fill the tank may
result in personal injury.
Pump key
If the seven-day clock feature was set up and Section 4, Using Melter Function
turned on when the melter was last switched Keys
off, the clock will automatically turn on the next
time the melter is switched on.
You can also use a personal computer to monitor the melter. Refer to
Appendix C, Melter Communications, for information about connecting a
personal computer to the melter and installing the required software.
The ready LED will not turn on, or will turn off, if any of the following events
occur:
You can override the seven-day clock at Section 4, Using Melter Function
any time. If the clock has turned the heaters Keys
off, pressing the heaters key will turn
the heaters back on. If the clock has placed
the melter into the standby mode, pressing
the standby key will return the
heated components to their assigned set-point
temperature.
By default, the melter remains in the automatic scan mode except when:
1. When the ready LED is on, observe the LEDs on the component keys.
2. When the LED on the key that represents the desired component
group (tank, hose, or gun) turns on, observe the left display until it
indicates the position number of the specific component you want to
check.
3. When the position number of the desired component appears in the
left display, observe the right display to determine the component’s
actual temperature.
LEDs on component keys
1. Press the key (tank, hose, or gun) that represents the component
group you want to check.
The automatic scan stops and the left display indicates the number
of the first sequential component in the selected component group. The
right display indicates the component’s actual temperature.
Left display and NOTE: When the tank key is pressed, the left display does not
scroll key indicate a component number (blank display).
When a fault occurs, you must diagnose and correct the fault condition and
then place the melter back into operation. You can use the fault log to
determine the type, order, and relative time of the last ten faults.
Melter stops
F4/1 RAM test Internal RAM failure Replace CPU
functioning
Continued...
Replace thermostat,
Melter stops Tank or manifold
F4/A Thermostat XP6 harness, or main
functioning thermostat is open
board
F4/b Not used — — —
Ribbon cable not Check the ribbon cable
Expansion board Melter stops connected at J1 on the connections and make
F4/C
connection functioning main board and/or at J2 connections as
on the expansion board applicable.
Communications Heaters remain on, Communication failure Replace the I/O card or
F4/d with optional I/O but fault condition between CPU and the CPU
card persists optional I/O card
Alert output (if
Fieldbus output option 6 is
Replace the Fieldbus
F4/E communications selected). Melter Fieldbus card failure.
card
failure continues to operate
normally.
The gun RTD type
selected in one or more
Change parameters
Mismatched gun of parameters 92−97
F5 Heaters turn off 92−97 to match the
RTD does not match the
connected guns.
RTD type of the
corresponding gun
The actual output
Output pressure
pressure of the melter
correct switches off.
F6 Under pressure dropped below the
Melter continues to
under pressure set
operate normally.
point (parameter 17).
The actual output
Output pressure
pressure of the melter
correct switches off.
F7 Over pressure exceeded the over
Melter continues to
pressure set point
operate normally.
(parameter 16).
1. The automatic scan stops and the melter begins to monitor the potential
fault for up to two minutes. The ready and heater LEDs remain on during
the two-minute time period. If, at any time during the two-minute period,
the melter detects that the fault condition no longer exists, the melter will
return to the automatic scan mode.
2. The LED on the affected component key (tank, hose, or gun) turns on to
indicate the type of component that has, or is, failing.
3. The right display indicates the type of fault (F1, F2, or F3).
4. The left display indicates, as follows, the component that has, or is,
failing.
S If the LED on the tank key is on, the left display will indicate either 1
for the tank or 2 for the pump.
S If the LED on the hose or gun key is on, the left display will indicate
the number of the affected hose or gun.
5. If the fault condition still exists at the end of the two-minute monitoring
period, the ready LED will turn off, the red fault LED will turn on, the
Fault LED (red) heaters turn off, and the melter records the fault in the fault log. Refer to
To review the fault log later in this section.
1. The ready LED turns off and the red fault LED turns on.
2. All of the component key LEDs (tank, hose, and gun) turn off.
Fatal—The fault LED turns on and stays on and the melter stops
functioning completely.
Nonfatal—The fault LED turns on for five seconds, but the heaters and
pump continue to operate normally. Nonfatal faults affect the internal
clock and the optional I/Os.
Refer to Section 6, Troubleshooting, for information about diagnosing F4
faults.
5. The melter records the fault in the fault log. Refer to To review the fault
log later in this section.
NOTE: When a fatal F4 fault exists, the control switch will not function.
Remove power to the melter at the local disconnect switch.
2. Return the melter to the automatic scan mode by pressing the Setup
key twice.
Heater key
Example 1:
Example 2:
If the LED on the tank key were on, this log entry
would indicate that the tank is under temperature. If the LED on the hose
key were on, this log entry would indicate that hose 1 is under temperature.
Clear/Reset key
The default setting for the service interval time Appendix B, parameter 5
is 500 hours.
S Global—The tank and all hoses and guns are set to the same
set-point temperature.
S Global-by-component group—All of the hoses or all of the guns
are set to the same set-point temperature.
S Individual Component—The set-point temperature of the tank
and each hose and gun is adjusted independently.
1. Press and hold the Hose or Gun key for three seconds.
The left display indicates the number of the first sequential hose or
gun. The right display indicates the current set-point temperature of the
hose or the gun.
1. Press and hold the Tank, Hose, or Gun key for three seconds.
If the tank key was pressed, the left display indicates 1 (Flashing). If a
hose or gun key was pressed, the left display indicates the number of
the first sequential hose or gun (Flashing). The right display indicates
the current set-point temperature of the component indicated in the left
display.
The melter will exit the setup mode and return to the
automatic scan mode two minutes after the last key
is pressed.
The melter stores a record of the last ten changes Section 3, Installation, Review
made to the set-point temperatures (and operating Parameter and Set-point
parameters) in the change history log. Temperature Changes
You can save set-point temperature changes by Section 3, Installation, Save and
simultaneously pressing the 1 key and the Setup Restore Melter Setting
key.
To store a recipe
1. Set up the melter parameters for the application.
Refer to Setting Up the Melter in Section 3, Installation, as needed.
2. Set parameter 98 to 0, 1, 2, or 3.
3. Press the Enter key.
The current melter settings will be stored as that recipe number.
4. Repeat steps 1−3 for each recipe to be saved.
To retrieve a recipe
Use your remote I/O device to apply or remove 24 VDC to or from the Bit 0
and Bit 1 inputs as shown in Table 4-4.
Heater Key
Use the heater key to manually turn the component heaters on and
off. Pressing the heater key overrides the control (on or off) of the heaters
by either the seven-day clock feature or a remote input. The LED on the
heater key illuminates when the heaters are on.
Heater key
When a fault occurs (refer to Monitor Melter Faults earlier in this section) the
heaters automatically turn off. The heater key is used to turn the
heaters back on after correcting a fault condition.
Pump Key
Use the pump key to enable, start, and stop the pump. The LED on the
pump key is yellow when the pump is enabled (not running) and is green
when the pump is running.
Pump key
If the automatic pump on feature (parameter 8) is disabled, then the
pump key must be used to start the pump when the melter is ready.
If any of the inputs are set up to use the pump enable/disable control option,
the pump motor will not start until the pump is enabled and the correct
voltage is applied to the input contacts. If the pump is enabled, but the input
voltage is not present, the pump LED will flash green.
Setup Key
Use the setup key to place the melter into and take the melter out of
the setup mode. When the melter is placed into the setup mode, the
automatic scan stops and the left and right displays are used to select and
read or edit operating parameters.
Setup key
When a clock schedule calls for the heaters to be on, the heaters
are regulated at their pre-assigned set-point temperatures. When the
clock activates the standby mode, the set-point temperature of each
component is temporarily reduced by a pre-set standby delta.
Standby Key
Use the standby key to manually place the melter into, and take it out of, the
standby mode. Using the standby mode during periods of time when
the melter is inactive helps conserve energy and allows heated components
to quickly return to their set-point temperatures when the melter is once
again needed.
Standby key
When the melter is placed into the standby mode, the temperatures of
all components are reduced down from their set-point temperature by a
pre-set standby delta. The melter will remain in the standby mode until the
standby key is pressed or the function of one of the operating parameters
takes the melter out of the standby mode.
Using the standby key overrides the control of the melter (on or off) by
the seven-day clock or a remote input.
The melter may also be set up to automatically Appendix B, Parameters 25, 26, 57,
enter the standby mode using a variety of 30–33, 62, and 67
operating parameters.
Section 5
Maintenance
Cleaning the tank S When changing the type or grade of Cleaning the Tank
hot melt
S When excessive charring occurs
Continued...
Tightening the pump gland bolt (if S When leakage occurs Tightening the Pump Gland Bolt
present)
S At scheduled service intervals
Pump key
If hot melt inadvertently spills inside the melter’s interior spaces, the side
panels can be removed in order to clean out the spilled hot melt.
WARNING! Risk of electricution and fire! Do not clean the melter with a
direct stream of water or steam. Use only water or an appropriate,
non-flammable cleaning solution that is applied using a clean cloth.
Cleaning the melter using a direct stream of water or steam or a flammable
solvent can result in property damage and personal injury, including death.
See Figure 5-1. To open the electrical enclosure, you must first open the
tank lid.
See Figure 5-2. The left and right side panels split into two panels: front and
rear. The rear side panels have one 1/2-turn fastener and the left, right, and
front base panels have two 1/2-turn fasteners. The front side panels have
two M5 socket-head cap screws. The rear side panels must be removed
before the front side panels can be removed. The rear panel has M4 hex
nuts and M5 screws for its various sections.
NOTE: The bottom panel is structurally loose once the side base panels
are removed, but it is still attached to harnesses and tubing.
1. De-energize the melter. Refer to Section 1, Safety.
2. Loosen the M5 socket-head cap screws and M4 hex nuts as applicable.
3. Use a 4 mm (5/32-inch) hex-head wrench to turn the 1/2-turn fastener(s)
counterclockwise.
4. Lift the panels out of the melter’s frame.
5. Reverse steps 2 and 3 to reinstall each panel.
M5 SHCS (2)
When the filter reaches the end of its service life, it should be replaced. The
factors that determine the service life of the filter are:
To determine the optimal service life for the filter, monitor and compare the
total number of hours that the heaters are on with observations of:
6. Screw the filter into the pump body and then tighten the filter to
4.5 Nm (40 in.-lb).
7. Resume normal operation.
NOTE: The tank cleaning procedures provided in this section require that
an appropriate flushing material be used. The flushing material should be
compatible with both the previous adhesive and the new adhesive, if
applicable.
Tank strainer
WARNING! Risk of burns! Wear protective equipment and use caution
when pumping hot material into a waste container.
3
1
Figure 5-4 Disconnecting the ground wire and air lines
1. Ground stud on base tray 3. Input air fitting
2. PCV
3
Figure 5-5 Removing pressure transducer components
1. Pressure transducer 3. Aluminum cover
2. Pressure transducer bracket
9. Elevate the melter 10−15 cm (4−6 in.). The lower panel will drop free
below the unit.
On pumps with a gland bolt, adhesive may leak from the self-sealing pump
shaft packing at regular intervals. When leakage occurs, tighten the pump
gland bolt. You will need the following items:
S heat-protective gloves
S 4-mm nut driver
S flat-head screwdriver
Pump gland bolt S replacement high-temperature wire tie, 4.8 x 188 mm
S 24-mm short-handle, open-end wrench (with a 15-degree offset)
S sturdy blocks (approximately 12 x 12 x 45 cm)
Section 6
Troubleshooting
Safety
S Never disconnect cables from, or reconnect cables to, any circuit board
while the melter is energized.
S Before breaking any hydraulic connection, always relieve system
pressure. Refer to Relieving System Pressure in Section 5,
Maintenance.
S Refer to the safety information provided with optional equipment.
Melter Faults
Table 6-1 lists the four types of melter faults, potential causes, and expected
corrective actions.
Melter stops
F4/1 RAM test Internal RAM failure Replace CPU
functioning
Continued...
Replace thermostat,
Melter stops Tank or manifold
F4/A Thermostat XP6 harness, or main
functioning thermostat is open
board
F4/b Not used — — —
Ribbon cable not Check the ribbon cable
Expansion board Melter stops connected at J1 on the connections and make
F4/C
connection functioning main board and/or at J2 connections as
on the expansion board applicable.
Communications Heaters remain on, Communication failure Replace the I/O card or
F4/d with optional I/O but fault condition between CPU and the CPU
card persists optional I/O card
Alert output (if
Fieldbus output option 6 is
Replace the Fieldbus
F4/E communications selected). Melter Fieldbus card failure.
card
failure continues to operate
normally.
The gun RTD type
selected in one or more
Change parameters
Mismatched gun of parameters 92−97
F5 Heaters turn off 92−97 to match the
RTD does not match the
connected guns.
RTD type of the
corresponding gun
The actual output
Output pressure
pressure of the melter
correct switches off.
F6 Under pressure dropped below the
Melter continues to
under pressure set
operate normally.
point (parameter 17).
The actual output
Output pressure
pressure of the melter
correct switches off.
F7 Over pressure exceeded the over
Melter continues to
pressure set point
operate normally.
(parameter 16).
Use of the chart assumes that the melter is installed correctly and that it is
set up to support the current manufacturing process. Refer to Section 3,
Installation, for information about installing and setting up the melter.
Troubleshooting Quick-checks
Before using the troubleshooting charts confirm:
To return the melter to its factory settings, simultaneously press and hold
the Setup key and the right-display UP arrow key, and then, while holding
down these keys, cycle the melter control switch off and on. When the
melter restarts, release the two keys.
XT2
C7
AC TO TWO XT7 X5 X4
Figure 6-1
POWER MODULES
C1 XT3 RC1
UNIT AC POWER IN J4 J4
DS1 J2
J3 J2 J3
J5 J5
C9 C9 C9 C9
C10
RC3
C2
Back Panel
C3 RC3
XP6
XT1
C4 F1 X6
F2
X7
F6 F5 F11 F7
F12 F8 F10 F9
C9
C9
Hose 1/ Hose 2/
X1 X2 Gun 1 Gun 2
X3
C5 C9 C10
Main Board (B2)
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Upload new software. Has glue output stopped
Refer to Appendix C. from all guns?
Go to Go to
T.2 − T.5
+
Turn the control switch on. Is the wire harness that is Replace the control switch.
Does the melter start? connected to terminal X7 P/N 1017947. Go to
− on the main board loose? − T.4
+ +
Stop. Turn the control switch off,
secure the harness to
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terminal X7, and then turn
the control switch back on
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Is the power disconnect Turn the disconnect switch
switch that is serving the on.
melter turned on? −
+
Is there power at terminal Check the plant wiring Replace the main board.
block XT1 on the between the disconnect P/N 1031200
expansion board? − switch and the melter.
See Figure 6-1.
+
Is the correct voltage plug Replace/secure the Have fuses F3/F4 on the Is indicator DS4 on the
securely attached to voltage plug. main board blown? main board illuminated?
connectors X1/X2 on the
main board? Refer to − See Figure 6-1. − See Figure 6-1. −
Table 3-4, Section 3,
Installation.
+ + +
Is there power at terminal Check the wire harness Replace both fuse F3 and
XT1 on the main board? between connector XT3 on fuse F4.
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− the expansion board and
terminal block XT1 on the
P/N 1031203
main board. See
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+
Go to T.1.1
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Is the voltage across TP7 Replace the main board. Secure or replace the Replace the CPU board.
(+) and TP2 (−) on the P/N 1031200 cable. P/N 1028325
main board between 4.75
and 5.25 VDC?
− P/N 1026662
+ +
Is the voltage across TP2 Check the ribbon cable or Is the ribbon cable Does changing the CPU
(+) and TP4 (−) on the replace the CPU board. between the main board board correct the problem?
CPU board between 4.75
and 5.25 VDC?
− CPU - P/N 1028325 and the CPU board loose
or visibly damaged?
− P/N 1028325 −
See Figure 6-1. See Figure 6-1.
+ + +
Is the red CPU fault LED Replace the CPU board. Secure or replace the Stop.
illuminated? P/N 1028325 cable.
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See Figure 6-1. − P/N 1026662
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Record the fault codes
Go to Go to indicated in both the left
T.2.1 T.2.2 and right displays and then
contact Nordson for
technical assistance.
Is
? the tank key LED Are all of the gun-to-hose Secure the electrical
illuminated? and hose-to-melter connectors and then press
− electrical cordsets securely
connected?
− the reset key.
+ +
Confirm that the RTD has Does the fault reoccur if Contact Nordson for
failed. you move the faulting technical assistance.
hose/gun pair to a known
good hose/gun connector?
−
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Replace the hose or
replace the gun RTD.
Refer to the hose or gun
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Reset the melter and turn the heaters back on Fault LED is illuminated >
F2 fault exists
Is the tank key LED Is the affected gun or hose Are the hose or gun Does the fault reoccur if
illuminated? cordset loose? (The tank cordset pins bent, loose, or you move the faulting
− or the hose key LED is
illuminated.)
− corroded? − hose/gun pair to a know
good hose/gun connector?
−
+ + + +
Secure the loose cordset Repair the hose or gun Replace the hose or
and then press the Reset cordset. Refer to the hose replace the gun RTD.
key. or gun manual. Refer to the hose or gun
manual.
Is the power indicator for Are any one of indicators Check the operation of the
the affected hose/gun DS2, DS3, or DS7 on the power relay or thermostat.
illuminated? − main board illuminated? −
See Figure 6-1 and refer to See Figure 6-1.
the accompanying tables.
+ +
Is the voltage across the Check/replace fuse pairs
Was hot melt recently F7/F8 or F9/F10 on the
fuse pair for the affected
added to the tank? main board.
hose/gun correct?
− Go to − P/N 1031203
T.2.3 See Figure 6-1 and refer to
the accompanying tables. See Figure 6-1.
+ +
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Replace the main board Correct the factory voltage
?
Allow the tank to reach or replace the hose/gun
(hose/gun 1 or 2 affected)
setpoint temperature. with a properly rated
or replace the power
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?
Does installing an RC Does electrically grounding Install an RC snubber on Replace the tank RTD.
snubber on the DC drive the melter’s chassis to the the melter. P/N 1031234
and resetting the melter
clear the fault?
− parent machine/support
and then resetting the
− P/N 332182
+ +
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Stop. Stop. Replace the main board.
P/N 1031200
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Are any of the indicators Is the power indicator for Check the operation of the
DS2, DS3, or DS7 on the the affected hose/gun power relay or the
main board illuminated? − illuminated? − thermostat.
See Figure 6-1. See Figure 6-1 and refer to
the accompanying tables.
+ +
Is the voltage across the Check/correct house Does replacing fuses F1 Replace the main board.
downstream side of fuses voltage. and F2 on the main board P/N 1031200
F1 and F2 on the main
board 180−265 VAC?
− and then resetting the
melter clear the fault?
−
See Figure 6-1. P/N 1031203
+ +
Is the resistance correct
? the tank heaters (2)
for
Replace the tank or the
pump heater.
Stop.
T.2.3
and the pump heater (1)?
Refer to Heater − Refer to Section 7, Parts.
Fault LED is illuminated >
Resistance Values in
Section 8. F2 fault exists >
+ Tank key LED is illuminated >
No hot melt was recently added to the
Are the tank and pump Replace the main board.
tank
TRIACS functioning P/N 1031200
properly? −
+
? the tank and manifold
Are Replace the Contact Nordson for
RTDs functioning malfunctioning RTD. technical assistance.
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properly?
− Tank - P/N 1031234
Pump - P/N 1031233
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Does the fault clear if you Does the fault clear if you Have LEDs DS8/DS9 or
switch the faulting replace just the hose or DS12/DS13 on the main Fault LED is illuminated >
hose/gun pair to a known
good hose/gun connector
− just the gun RTD and then
reset the melter?
− board stopped flashing? − An F3 fault exists on a hose or gun >
See Figure 6-1.
and then reset the melter? The setpoint temperature was not
changed
+ + +
Replace the main board Stop. Replace the main board.
(hose/gun 1 or 2 affected) P/N 1031200
or replace the power
module (hose/gun 3 or 4).
Main board P/N 1031200
Power mod. P/N 1031202
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Is the Heaters key LED Is a remote input being Is the clock LED on? Press the Heaters key to
illuminated? used to control the turn the heaters on.
− heaters? − −
+ + +
Wait the the input to initiate
the heaters or use the
The current clock schedule
has the heaters turned off. T.3
Heaters key to manually
turn the heaters on. No faults >
Ready LED is not illuminated
Does the right display Is the ready delay counting Is the standby LED on? Is the resistance correct
?
indicate that components down? for the tank heaters (2)
and the pump heater (1)?
are still heating up? − − − Refer to Heater −
Resistance Values in
Section 8.
+ + + +
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?
Wait for all components to Wait for the ready delay to The melter is in the Contact Nordson for
reach setpoint count down. standby mode. technical assistance.
temperature. Refer to Appendix B, Refer to Standby Key in
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Is the motor running? Is the pump key LED Is the pump key LED Press the pump key to
flashing yellow? illuminated yellow, but not enable the pump.
− − flashing? −
+ + + +
The melter is waiting for an Does the motor start if you Is the gun trigger cordset
Go to or foot switch properly
T.4.2 external input before the activate the gun trigger or
connected to the back of
motor will start. foot switch? − the melter. Refer to −
Connecting Hoses and
Guns in Section 3.
+ +
Stop. Is the setpoint temperature
of the tank below the
temperature Go to
recommended by the − T.4.1
manufacturer of the hot
melt?
+
Adjust the setpoint
temperature of the tank.
T.4
Connect the cordset or
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No faults > foot switch.
Ready LED is illuminated >
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Allow
? the motor to cool Is
? the pump operating Replace the pump.
and then automatically correctly? Refer to Section 7, Parts,
start once its internal
thermostat resets. Does
− − for pump part numbers.
this correct the problem?
+ +
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Stop. Replace the drive
assembly.
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Is there hot melt leakage Repair the pump or Correct the air supply
around the pump or manifold seals. problem.
manifold? + Refer to Section 7, Parts,
for service kits.
−
Is the I/P transducer Is the air supply to the Replace the I/P
making a humming noise? melter working properly? transducer.
+ − Refer to Section 7, Parts,
for part numbers.
− +
Is the red error LED on the Does removing and
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top of the I/P transducer restoring power to the
blinking? + melter (by unplugging and − Go to
reconnecting the power
cord) correct the problem? T.4.3
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Is the filter excessively Check and clean or No faults >
dirty? replace the pressure Ready LED is illuminated >
Refer to Replacing the − control valve. No hot melt output from all guns >
Filter in Section 5, Refer to Section 7, Parts. Motor is turning
Maintenance.
+
Replace the filter.
100-mesh P/N 1028305
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Is the affected hose/gun at Is the melter set up for a The
? heaters in the affected
its temperature setpoint? remote hose/gun input? hose/gun may be turned
off by the remote input.
− +
+ −
Are you using a switched Check the operation of the
handgun or a foot switch to gun, gun solenoid, and
trigger the pump? − gun driver. Refer to the
appropriate equipment
manuals.
+
? the switching device
Is Connect switching device.
properly connected to the
back of the melter? −
Refer to Connecting Hoses
and Guns in Section 3.
+
?
Is the system hydraulic Correct the system
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pressure correct (allowing pressure.
the gun solenoids to
operate properly)?
−
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Section 7
Parts
NOTE: Illustrations of the model D10 melter are used throughout this
section to represent all DuraBlue melters.
1
5
19
20
11
11
12
13
1
3
8
8
7
5
4 11
9 9
2A
9
12 18 13 1
4
8 19 14
11
15
11
16
DETAIL A
17
10
Tank Parts
See Figure 7-4.
8
15
10
11
3
6
16
6 4 13 16 2 12
7 16 14 17 3 3
16
Pump Parts
See Figure 7-5.
Manifold Parts
See Figure 7-6.
10
6 7
1
5
9
4
3
2
9
Rear 19.7−21.0 NSm (14.5−15.5 ft-lb)
1
Front Panel
See Figure 7-9.
Circuit Boards
See Figure 7-11.
5
3
1 4
Fuses
See Figure 7-9.
Optional Equipment
Adhesive Sensor Kit
Part Description Quantity
1069833 Kit, adhesive sensor, low-level, LC-24 —
Section 8
Technical Data
General Specifications
Item Data Note
Weight of empty melter 65 kg (143 lb)
NOTE A: The noise level is measured at a distance of 1 m (3.3 ft.) from the surface of the melter.
Electrical Specifications
Item Data Note
Hose/gun heating capacity 6 hose/gun pairs
Control temperature range (240 and 120 VAC) 40 to 204 C (100 to 400 F)
IP rating IP 54
Dimensions
395 mm
(15.60 in.)
543 mm 85 mm 360 mm
(21.40 in.) (3.35 in.) (14.20 in.)
264 mm
(10.40 in.)
488 mm
(19.22 in.)
403 mm
(15.90 in.)
169 mm
(6.70 in.)
545 mm 51mm
(21.50 in.) (2.00 in.)
Figure 8-1 D4F melter dimensions
Appendix A
Calculating Melter Power Requirements
Before locating the melter on the production floor or attaching hoses and
guns to the melter, you must calculate the electrical power required by the
hoses and guns and confirm that the required power does not exceed
maximum allowable wattages. Properly calculating melter power
requirements will prevent damage to the melter and identify the maximum
allowable distance between the melter and the point at which the hot melt is
dispensed.
S add a new hose or gun to the melter that was not factored into the
original wattage evaluation
S replace an existing hose with a higher wattage hose or an existing
gun with a higher wattage gun
Hose 2
Gun 2
Hose 3
Gun 3
Hose 4
Gun 4
Hose 5
Gun 5
Hose 6
Gun 6
Appendix B
Operating Parameters
Operating parameters are organized in this appendix according to the
logical groups listed in Table B-1. For information about selecting and
editing operating parameters, refer to Section 3, Installation, Setting Up the
Melter.
NOTE: Parameter numbers that are reserved or that are not used do not
appear in this appendix.
Standard
0 Enter Password
Description: A user-defined password that prevents unauthorized changes to set-point
temperatures and operating parameters.
Value: 0 to 9999
Resolution: 1
Default Value: 4000
Format: —
Use: This parameter only appears if a password is created using parameter 11
and then enabled using parameter 10.
NOTE: The melter remains in the password-protected mode for two
minutes after the last key press. After exiting the setup mode, attempting
to re-enter the setup mode, even before two minutes has elapsed, will
require you to re-enter the password.
Description: A non editable value that indicates the total number of hours that the
heaters have been on.
Description: Records the last ten changes made to either the set-point temperatures
or the operating parameters.
Value: —
Resolution: —
Default Value: P-_ (unused log entry)
Format: Refer to Section 3, Installation, Review Parameter and Set-point
Temperature Changes.
Use: Use the right-display key to review the log entries for the last ten changes
that were made to the operating parameters or the set-point
temperatures. Empty log entries are indicated by “P-_.”
Standard (contd)
Description: A timer indicates how many more hours the heaters need to remain on
before the service LED illuminates (service required).
8 Automatic Pump On
Description: Determines if the pump can be enabled before the melter is ready.
Value: 0 = disabled or 1 = enabled
Resolution: —
Default Value: 1 (enabled)
Format: —
Use: If enabled, the pump can be enabled before the melter is ready. Once
enabled, the pump will start automatically when the melter is ready.
If disabled, the pump must be started by pressing the pump key after the
melter is ready.
NOTE: If automatic pump on is disabled (0) while the pump is running,
the pump will remain on until the pump key is pressed.
11 Create Password
Description: A user-defined password that prevents unauthorized changes to
operating parameters or set-point temperatures.
Value: 0 to 9999
Resolution: 1
Default Value: 5000
Format: —
Use: Refer to Section 4, Operation, Entering the Melter Password.
NOTE: When the password is created and enabled, parameter 10 will not
appear again in the right display until the password is entered.
Resolution: —
Default Value: 0 (disabled)
Format: —
Use: Use only when a Nordson manifold-mounted electric gun is installed and
a switching device is connected to the melter’s switch receptacle. Refer
to the electric gun manual for information on mounting and using the gun.
Standard (contd)
Resolution: —
Default Value: 0 (disabled)
Format: —
Use: Use only when a Nordson manifold-mounted electric gun is installed and
a switching device is connected to the melter’s switch receptacle. Refer
to the electric gun manual for information on mounting and using the gun.
Pressure Control
15 Pressure Set-point
Description: Used to set the maximum output pressure set point.
Value: 0 to 45 (bar)
Resolution: —
Default Value: 0 (disabled)
Format: —
Use: This parameter is available because the analog input/output (I/O) board
is installed on the melter. The pressure is displayed after the last gun
temperature: the left display shows a P (for pressure) and the right
display shows the pressure reading.
18 Pressure Compensation
Description: Used during the pressure compensation setup procedure to ensure that
the actual melter output pressure matches the pressure set-point entered
in parameter 15.
Value: −20 to +20
Resolution: 1 bar
Default Value: 0
Format: —
Use: This parameter is available because the analog input/output (I/O) board
is installed on the melter.
Temperature Control
20 Temperature Units
Description: Sets the units for temperature display.
Value: C (degrees Celsius) or F (degrees Fahrenheit)
Resolution: 1 degree
Default Value: C
Format: —
Use: —
23 Standby Delta
Description: The number of degrees by which all heated components will be
decreased when the applicator is placed into the standby mode.
Input Setup
30 Standard Input 1
Description: Control options that determine the function of input 1.
Value: 0 – Input Disabled
1 – Standby On/Off
2 – Heaters On/Off
3 – Motor Enable/Disable
4 – Hose/Gun 1 Enable/Disable
5 – Hose/Gun 2 Enable/Disable
6 – Hose/Gun 3 Enable/Disable
7 – Hose/Gun 4 Enable/Disable
8 – Hose/Gun 5 Enable/Disable
9 – Hose/Gun 6 Enable/Disable
10 – Automatic Standby
11 – Motor 2 Enable/Disable
12 − Panel Lock-out
13 − Automatic Fill Timer 1
14 − Automatic Fill Timer 2
Resolution: 1
Default Value: 10 (Automatic Standby)
Format:
Use: If Motor Enable/Disable (3) is selected, the motor will turn on whenever
voltage is present on the input contacts. To require that the pump key be
pressed (pump enabled) and that there be voltage on the input contacts
before the motor can turn on, set the value of parameter 8, Automatic
Pump On to 0 (disabled).
Refer to Installing Melter Inputs/Outputs in Section 3, Installation, for
information about setting up inputs.
31 Standard Input 2
Description: Control options that determine the function of input 2.
Value: 0 – Input Disabled
1 – Standby On/Off
2 – Heaters On/Off
3 – Motor Enable/Disable
4 – Hose/Gun 1 Enable/Disable
5 – Hose/Gun 2 Enable/Disable
6 – Hose/Gun 3 Enable/Disable
7 – Hose/Gun 4 Enable/Disable
8 – Hose/Gun 5 Enable/Disable
9 – Hose/Gun 6 Enable/Disable
11 – Motor 2 Enable/Disable
12 − Panel Lock-out
13 − Automatic Fill Timer 1
14 − Automatic Fill Timer 2
Resolution: 1
Default Value: 1 (Standby On/Off)
Format: —
Use: If Motor Enable/Disable (3) is selected, the motor will not turn on unless
the pump is enabled and the correct voltage is present on the input
contacts.
Refer to Installing Melter Inputs/Outputs in Section 3, Installation, for
information about setting up inputs.
NOTE: Multiple inputs can be set to the same input value. After one or
more inputs that have the same input value are energized, the input
functionality will not be considered inactive (off) until all of the inputs with
the same input value are de-energized (Multiple inputs set to the same
input value are logical ORed.).
32 Standard Input 3
Description: Control options that determine the function of input 3.
Value: 0 – Input Disabled
1 – Standby On/Off
2 – Heaters On/Off
3 – Motor Enable/Disable
4 – Hose/Gun 1 Enable/Disable
5 – Hose/Gun 2 Enable/Disable
6 – Hose/Gun 3 Enable/Disable
7 – Hose/Gun 4 Enable/Disable
8 – Hose/Gun 5 Enable/Disable
9 – Hose/Gun 6 Enable/Disable
11 – Motor 2 Enable/Disable
12 − Panel Lock-out
13 − Automatic Fill Timer 1
14 − Automatic Fill Timer 2
Resolution: 1
Default Value: 2 (Heaters On/Off)
Format: —
Use: If Motor Enable/Disable (3) is selected, the motor will not turn on unless
the pump is enabled and the correct voltage is present on the input
contacts.
Refer to Installing Melter Inputs/Outputs in Section 3, Installation, for
information about setting up inputs.
NOTE: Multiple inputs can be set to the same input value. After one or
more inputs that have the same input value are energized, the input
functionality will not be considered inactive (off) until all of the inputs with
the same input value are de-energized (Multiple inputs set to the same
input value are logical ORed.).
Output Setup
40 − 42 Standard Outputs 1, 2, and 3
Description: Determines the function of the output.
Value: 0 = Output Disabled
1 = Ready
2 = Ready and Pump is on
3 = Fault
4 = Low level
5 = Service LED is on
6 = Alert (Potential fault)
Resolution: 1
Default Value: Output 1 = 1
Output 2 = 3
Output 3 = 4
Format: —
Use: Refer to Installing Melter Inputs/Outputs in Section 3, Installation, for
information on setting up outputs.
When control option 6, Alert is selected, the output is active whenever the
melter enters the two minute fault monitoring period. If the potential fault
condition clears before the end of the two minute period, the output signal
ends. Refer to Section 4, Operation, Monitor Melter Faults, for
information about fault monitoring.
Seven-day Clock
Before setting up the clock, refer to Using Melter Function Keys in
Section 4, Operation, to familiarize yourself with the function and use of the
clock feature.
If you are unfamiliar with the procedure for accessing and editing operating
parameters, refer to Section 3, Installation, Setting Up the Melter.
a. Setting parameters 55 and 56 to the time of the day that the heaters
should turn on and off.
b. Setting parameters 57 and 58 to the time of the day that the melter
should enter and exit the standby mode.
4. Using parameters 60 through 68, create schedules 2 and 3 by repeating
step 3.
Example 1
To turn the heaters on at 0600 and turn them off at 0015 every day of the
week:
Par 55 = 0600
Par 56 = 0015
Par 60 = − − − −
Par 61 = − − − −
Par 71 through 77 = 1
Example 2
To turn the heaters on at 0700 and off at 1700 Monday through Friday, and
turn the heaters off Saturday and Sunday:
Par 55 = 0700
Par 56 = 1700
Par 57 = − − − −
Par 58 = − − − −
Par 71 through 75 = 1
Par 76 and 77 = 0
Example 3
To turn the heaters on at 0600 each morning, go into standby for lunch at
1130, come out of standby after lunch at 1230, and turn the heaters off at
1600 at the end of the day, every day of the week:
Par 55 = 0600
Par 56 = 1600
Par 57 = 1130
Par 58 = 1230
Par 71 through 75 = 1
Par 71 and 77 = 1
50 Current Day
Description: Used to set the current day of the week.
Value: 1 to 7 (1 = Monday, 2 = Tuesday, etc.)
Resolution: 1
Default Value: —
Format: —
Use: Refer to Section 4, Operation, Using Melter Function Keys, for
information about the use and affects of the seven-day clock feature.
51 Current Hour
Description: Used to set the local time of the day.
Value: 0000 to 2359 (European time format)
Resolution: 1 minute
Default Value: (Time set at factory)
Format: Hours, Hour: Minute, Minute
Use: This setting only needs to be made once for all daily schedules
55 Schedule 1 Heaters On
Description: Used to set the time that the clock will turn on the heaters during
schedule 1.
60 Schedule 2 Heaters On
Description: Used to set the time that the clock will turn on the heaters during
schedule 2.
65 Schedule 3 Heaters On
Description: Used to set the time that the clock will turn on the heaters during
schedule 3.
Value: 0 to 90 seconds
Resolution: 1
Default Value: 0 (Disabled)
Format: —
Use: Used in conjunction with input control option 13 or 14. Enable output
control option 6, Alert, to send a signal when the timer expires.
PID Selection
80−91 PID Selection for Hose/Gun Receptacles 1 and 2
Description: Used to change the preset PID selections. Use parameter 80 to select
the value for hose 1, parameter 81 to select the value for gun 1, and so
on.
Value: 0 = Hose
1 = Standard gun
2 = Large gun
3 = Air heater
Resolution: —
Default Value: 0 or 1 depending on the channel type (hose or gun)
Format: —
Use: Consult your Nordson representative before changing PID settings.
RTD Setup
92 Gun 1 RTD Type
Description: Used to indicate the type of RTD present on each gun connected to the
melter: 120-ohm nickel (Ni120) or 100-ohm platinum (PT100).
Recipe Control
98 Store Recipe
Description: Used to store a selection of parameter settings (such as temperature
set-points, pressure set-points, etc.) for a given application as a recipe.
Up to four recipes may be stored.
Value: 0, 1, 2, or 3
Resolution: —
Default Value: 0
Format: —
Use: Stores all temperature set-points along with the settings of the
parameters noted in Table 3-4 in Section 3, Installation.
Refer to Installing Melter Inputs/Outputs in Section 3, Installation, for
information about connecting inputs.
Refer to Storing and Retrieving Recipes in Section 4, Operation, for
instructions on using this parameter.
Description: Used to display the recipe that is currently active. Recipes are stored
using parameter 98.
Value: 0, 1, 2, or 3
Resolution: —
Default Value: 0
Format: —
Use: Refer to Installing Melter Inputs/Outputs in Section 3, Installation, for
information about connecting inputs.
Refer to Storing and Retrieving Recipes in Section 4, Operation, for
instructions on using this parameter.
Appendix C
Melter Communications
This appendix describes the installation and use of the Nordson
Configuration Manager (NCM) communications utility. With this utility you
can:
Software Availability
If you do not already have the NCM utility, you can download it from the
internet by navigating to www.enordson.com/support.
If you do not have a connection to the internet, you can request a software
CD from your Nordson representative.
System Requirements
The following hardware and software requirements are necessary to install
and run Blue Series software:
You are downloading the software from www.enordson.com onto a PC that can not be
connected to the melter, but the PC does have a CD-RW and the PC that is connected to
the melter does have a CD drive
OR
You have a CD with the software and you have a PC with a CD drive that can be
connected to the melter
Self-extracting span diskette set: You are downloading the software from www.enordson.com onto a PC that cannot be
connected to the melter and the PC that is connected to your melter only has a 3.5-inch
BlueSeriesSpan.exe floppy drive
When the installation file is executed, an installation wizard will detect your
operating system and start the installation routine.
NOTE: Installing the NCM for the first time also installs the latest version of
the melter’s firmware.
S If you are installing from the span diskette set, insert Disk 1, and
then locate and double-click on the file Setup.exe.
NOTE: Windows XP, 2000, and NT users must have administrator rights in
order to remove software from their PC.
Connect a serial cable between the PC COM port (selected during the
9 software installation routine) and the serial port connection (COM port) on
4 5 6
your melter’s control panel.
1 2 3
Serial port
The first time you download and install Configuration Manager, the latest
version of the melter’s firmware is also downloaded.
7. Type a file name to identify the group of settings you are saving, and
then click Save.
The save settings progress bar indicates the status of the save. When
the save is complete, the melter automatically returns to the scan mode.
NOTE: If you are using the NCM to save multiple variations of melter
settings, use a file naming convention that will allow you to easily
associate each settings file (.ncm extension) with its related process or
end-use.
NOTE: If recipes were stored, this procedure must be performed for each
recipe separately:
Select recipe (x), store settings to file (x)
Restore recipe (x), save settings under parameter 98 (x)
During the upgrade process, all current melter settings are downloaded and
saved on your PC. After upgrading or restoring a melter’s firmware, you can
use the NCM to restore the pre-upgrade settings.
CAUTION! Once the uprade progress bar appears, do not interrupt the
upgrade process for any reason. Interupting the upgrade can corrupt the
melter’s firmware, which will require replacement of the IC chip
(IC service kit P/N 1018817).
Troubleshooting
Using Nordson Configuration Manager
Symptom/Message Action
After selecting a device and the COM port, an Access Denied PC-to-Blue communications may be running or another
message appears. application may be using the COM port. Close Internet Explorer
and end the communications connection (if prompted). Close all
other applications.
Melter in UPLOAd mode, the update process has not been Cycle power to the melter at the local power disconnect switch.
initiated, and you want to stop and exit the UPLOAd mode, but CAUTION: Ensure that the firmware update process is not
you cannot get the melter out of UPLOAd. running before taking power off of the melter.
UPLOAd does not appear on the melter’s display when you press You must cycle the control switch while holding the Setup and left
the Setup and left display scroll keys. display scroll keys.
Attempted a firmware update, but the melter display still indicates Using the local power disconnect switch, cycle power to the
UPLOAd. melter, and then re-attempt the update.
OR If the update is unsuccessful or the melter will not reboot, the
Attempted a firmware update, but the PC has stopped responding central processor chip may be corrupted. Replace the CPU
or was interrupted during the update process. board.
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