DDM Novastar GF-12HC User Manual

A. Li pallet and remove 4 screws
B. Remove oven from pallet
C. Carefully lt the machine backwards and install the 2 jacking feet (leveling feet), into the
threaded holes at the boom front base legs. Proceed to carefully lt the machine toward its
front and install 2 jacking feet at the boom rear base.
D. Ulizing the jacking screws, carefully level and machine at its permanent locaon. Please
check that the hood opens and closes properly, and relevel as necessary.
E. Aach 4” diameter (155mm) metal duct to the header flange located on top of the machine.
Provide sucon to draw approximately 100 cubic feet per minute maximum (2832 liters per
min max.).
F. Connect to appropriate electrical power source, per wiring diagram aached.
Carefully uncrate the machine and remove it from its pallet. Place it in a suitable locaon,
allowing sufficient working area at the front and ends of the machine, and approximately
three feet behind it.
CAUTION!
Do not li or move the machine by its conveyor as it may be damaged due to excessive loading.
FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN THEIR
ENTIRETY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MAY VOID
WARRANTYAND RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND DAMAGE TO PROPER-
TY! Please pay parcular aenon to all items marked “CAUTION!” in manual. Be
sure that all personnel who are to operate this machine are first fully familiar with this
manual and are instructed on proper safety procedures, pracces and precauons.
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REFLOW SOLDER OVEN
MODEL GF-12HC/HT-N
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

DDM Novastar GF-12HC Specifications

General

Brand	DDM Novastar
Model	GF-12HC
Category	Convection Oven
Language	English

Summary

Installation

Installation Steps

Detailed steps for uncrating, positioning, leveling, and connecting the reflow solder oven.

Operation

Initial Operation Steps

Procedure for turning on the machine, ensuring safety, and closing the hood before operation.

Oven Operation Using Computer Controlled Process Sentry

Machine Start-Up Procedure

Sequence of steps to start the oven, including power on, key presses, and mode selection.

View Mode

Mode for observing menu numbers 0-100, preparing parameters for WORK mode.

Work Mode

Mode for operating the machine and making on-the-fly parameter adjustments.

Set Up Mode

Mode for maintenance and adjustments, including security code, menu, zones, temp, speed, and schedule.

Profile Mode

Mode for changing all displayed parameters, including graphic profile settings, cyclonics, cooling, and speed.

Log Mode

Mode to display machine history, including date, time, profile number, and events.

Tune Mode

Mode that should not be changed, as it is factory set.

Shutdown

Shutdown Procedure

Steps for safely shutting down the machine, including clearing product and stopping the conveyor.

Maintenance

Maintenance Precautions

Safety warnings and guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the machine, ensuring it is cool and powered off.

Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning exterior panels, viewing windows, and upper/lower heating zones.

Lubrication and Inspection

Guidance on lubricating conveyor support guides and performing pre-start visual inspections.

Inert Gas Option

Nitrogen Purge Setup

Steps for connecting nitrogen, adjusting the flow meter, and purging the oven before soldering.