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Mold-Masters TempMaster MT User Manual

Mold-Masters TempMaster MT
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BrandMold-Masters
ModelTempMaster MT
CategoryTemperature Controller
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 - Introduction

1.1 Intended Use

Describes the controller's purpose in plastic molding equipment.

1.2 Release Details

Provides manual version and release date information.

1.3 Warranty Details

Information on warranty coverage provided with the order.

1.4 Returned Goods Policy

Policy for returning parts to Mold-Masters.

1.5 Movement or Resale of Mold-Masters Products or Systems

Guidelines for product relocation and resale.

1.6 Copyright

Copyright information for the manual content.

1.7 Units of Measure and Conversion Factors

Lists units and their conversion values used in the manual.

1.8 Trademarks and Patents

Lists registered trademarks and patent information.

Section 2 - Global Support

2.1 Manufacturing Facilities

Details of global manufacturing sites.

2.2 Regional Offices

Contact information for regional support offices.

2.3 International Representatives

List of international representatives for support.

Section 3 - Safety

3.1 Introduction

Overview of safety information and employer responsibilities.

3.2 Safety Hazards

Identification of common hazards in injection molding equipment.

Table 3-1 Safety Hazards

Detailed breakdown of hazards by area.

3.3 Operational Hazards

Hazards encountered during equipment operation.

3.4 General Safety Symbols

Explanation of common safety symbols used in the manual.

Table 3-2 Typical Safety Symbols

Table detailing safety symbols and their meanings.

3.5 Wiring Check

Guidelines for verifying system wiring for safety and function.

3.6 Lockout Safety

Procedures for lockout/tagout safety.

3.7 Electrical Lockout

Detailed steps for electrical lockout procedures.

3.7.1 Energy Forms and Lockout Guidelines

Guidelines for locking out different energy sources.

3.8 Disposal

Procedures for safe and environmentally friendly disposal of equipment.

3.9 MT/MT2 Controller User Hazards

Specific hazards related to MT/MT2 controllers.

Section 4 - Overview

4.1 Specification

General specifications of the controller and console.

Table 4-1 General Specifications

Table listing general controller specifications.

4.2 TMXL/MT Compatibility

Information on compatibility with the predecessor TMXL series.

4.3 Tool Connections

Details on connecting the controller to the molding tool.

4.4 Controller Power Supplies

Information on accepted power supply ranges and phases.

4.5 Filter Option

Details on recommended inline filters for power line noise.

4.6 Switch On and Off

How to turn the controller on and off.

4.6.1 Switch On

Procedure for powering on the controller.

4.6.2 Switch Off Individual Modules

How to turn off individual controller modules.

4.6.3 Switch Off the Whole Controller

Procedure for powering off the entire controller.

4.6.4 Switch Off Individual Zones

Steps to switch off specific zones on the controller.

4.7 Controller Cabinet

Description of the controller cabinet's features.

4.7.1 Controller Modules

Details of the controller's internal modules.

4.8 How the MT Controller Works

Explanation of the controller's operating principles.

4.8.1 Set the Ramp Feature (On / Off)

How to configure the ramp feature to skip dwell time.

4.9 Program Menus

Overview of the controller's program menus for setup.

Section 5 - Setup

WARNING

General setup warnings and precautions.

WARNING - ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

Electrical shock hazards during controller setup.

WARNING - TRIP HAZARD

Trip hazards related to controller cables on the floor.

5.1 Introduction

Introduction to the setup section and default settings.

Table 5-1 Factory Settings

Table listing factory default controller settings.

5.2 Set Zone Numbering

How to number controller zones logically.

5.3 Set the Temperature Scale

How to change the display between Celsius and Fahrenheit.

5.4 Change Zone PID Characteristics

How to adjust PID settings for zone response time.

5.5 Set the Ramp Feature

How to enable or disable the ramp feature to reach temperature faster.

5.6 Set Boost Value

How to configure the boost temperature value for zones.

5.7 Set Standby Value

How to configure the standby temperature value for zones.

5.8 Monitor Temperature Limits

How to set and monitor temperature limits for zones.

5.8.1 Warning and Alarm Limits

Setting warning and alarm thresholds based on setpoint deviation.

5.9 Set Ground Fault Detection

How to configure ground fault detection settings.

5.10 Set Mold Leak Detection

How to configure mold leak detection to trigger alarms.

5.11 Set Response to Thermocouple Failure

How to configure controller response to thermocouple failure.

5.12 Restrict Access to Manual, Standby or Boost

How to restrict user access to certain functions.

5.13 Extend Alarms for Manual, Standby or Boost Operation

How to extend alarms for specific operational modes.

5.14 Language

How to select the display language for the controller.

5.15 Set the Required Zone Temperatures

How to set operating temperatures for individual zones.

Section 6 - Operation

WARNING

General operational warnings and precautions.

6.1 Run Mode

How to operate the controller in normal Run mode.

6.2 OFF Mode (Single Zone)

How to turn off individual zones.

6.3 Off Mode (Single Module)

How to turn off individual controller modules.

6.4 Manual Mode

How to operate the controller in manual (open loop) mode.

6.5 Manual Mode - Power Level

How to adjust the power level in manual mode.

6.6 Slave Mode

How to use slave mode for zone control when a thermocouple is faulty.

6.7 Standby and Boost Mode

How to use standby and boost modes for temperature management.

6.7.1 Standby – Whole Cabinet

How to activate standby mode for all zones simultaneously.

6.7.2 Boost – Whole Cabinet

How to activate boost mode for all zones simultaneously.

6.7.3 No Standby or Boost Option

Notes on when standby/boost features may be unavailable.

6.8 Standby Mode – Individual Zones

How to activate standby mode for individual zones.

6.9 Leaving Standby Mode

How to exit standby mode and return to Auto mode.

6.10 Boost Mode – Individual Zones

How to activate boost mode for individual zones.

6.11 Change Set Temperature (Auto or Manual)

How to adjust temperature settings using up/down buttons.

Section 7 - Maintenance

WARNING

General maintenance warnings and precautions.

CAUTION

Cautions regarding external cables and connections.

7.1 Service and Repair The Controller

Overview of service and repair procedures.

7.1.1 Replacement Parts

Information on obtaining replacement parts.

7.1.2 Cleaning and Inspection

Procedures for cleaning and inspecting the controller.

7.2 Restore Factory Settings and Recalibration

How to restore default settings and perform recalibration.

7.2.1 Default Settings

Details of factory default settings for the controller.

Table 7-1 Factory Settings

Table listing factory default controller settings.

7.2.2 Calibration Routine

Prerequisites and steps for temperature calibration.

7.2.3 Calibration Sequence

Step-by-step procedure for calibrating the controller.

7.2.4 M.Dis Option

How to enable or disable user options via the M.Dis setting.

7.3 Fuses and Overcurrent Protection

Information on fuses and overcurrent protection for safety.

WARNING - HIGH VOLTAGE

Critical warning about high voltage during maintenance.

CAUTION

Caution about replacing ruptured fuses.

7.3.1 Fans

Maintenance procedures for cooling fans.

7.3.2 Controller Cards

Information on fuses for controller cards.

7.3.3 Onboard Power Supply

Details on fuses for the onboard power supply.

7.3.4 Output Fuse Type: HRC High Speed

Specifies the type of output fuse used.

7.3.5 Input Fuse Type: Surface-Mount Quick-Blow

Specifies the type of input fuse used.

Section 8 - Troubleshooting

WARNING

General troubleshooting warnings and precautions.

8.1 Individual Card Diagnostics

Diagnostics for individual controller cards and their faults.

Table 8-1 Alarm Conditions

Table of alarm messages, causes, and actions.

8.2 Other Possible Fault Conditions

Other potential issues and their causes.

8.2.1 Rapid Temperature Fluctuations

Identifies causes for rapid temperature fluctuations.

8.2.2 Ground Fault Detection

Explains ground fault detection and causes.

8.3 Module Removal

Procedures for safely removing controller modules.

Section 9 - Wiring Details

WARNING

General wiring warnings and precautions.

CAUTION

Caution for three-phase connections and incorrect wiring.

9.1 Single Phase Supply Cable

Wiring instructions for single-phase supply cables.

9.2 Three Phase Designation

Designation and wiring for three-phase supplies.

9.2.1 Five Wire Star 380VAC

Wiring configuration for a 5-wire star 380VAC supply.

9.2.2 Set Power Terminal Block to STAR Configuration

Steps to configure the terminal block for a star supply.

9.2.3 For Four Wire Delta 240V

Wiring instructions for four-wire delta 240V supply.

Table 9-3 Cable Markings for Four Wire Star

Cable markings for four-wire star configurations.

9.2.4 Set Power Terminal Block To DELTA Configuration

Steps to configure the terminal block for a delta supply.

9.3 Filter Option

Details on recommended inline filters for power line noise.

9.4 Alarm Output

Information on alarm output connections via HAN4A connector.

Table 9-4 HAN4A Pin Connections

Pinout table for the HAN4A connector.

9.5 Standard Tool Connections

Standard connections between the controller and the molding tool.

9.5.1 MT-02-02

Specific wiring details for the MT-02-02 model.

9.5.2 MT-02-02 For UK and Europe

Wiring configuration for MT-02-02 in the UK and Europe.

Table 9-5 MT-02-02 Pin Configuration for UK and Europe

Pinout table for MT-02-02 UK/Europe.

9.5.3 MT-02-02 For India

Wiring configuration for MT-02-02 in India.

Table 9-6 MT-02-02 Pin Configuration for India

Pinout table for MT-02-02 India.

9.5.4 MT-02-02 For North America

Wiring configuration for MT-02-02 in North America.

Table 9-7 MT-02-02 Pin Configuration for North America

Pinout table for MT-02-02 North America.

9.5.5 MT-04-04

Wiring configuration for the MT-04-04 system.

Table 9-8 MT-04-04 Pin Configuration

Pinout table for the MT-04-04 system.

9.5.6 MT-06-06

Wiring configuration for the MT-06-06 system.

Table 9-9 MT-06-06 Pin Configuration

Pinout table for the MT-06-06 system.

9.5.7 MT-12-12 and MT-18-xx

General wiring for MT-12-12 and MT-18-xx systems.

9.5.8 MT-12-12 and MT-18-xx for UK and Europe

Wiring configuration for MT-12-12/MT-18-xx in UK/Europe.

Table 9-10 MT-12-12 / MT-18-xx Pin Configuration for UK and Europe

Pinout table for MT-12-12/MT-18-xx UK/Europe.

9.5.9 MT-12-12 and MT-18-xx for North America

Wiring configuration for MT-12-12/MT-18-xx in North America.

Table 9-11 MT-12-12 / MT-18-xx Pin Configuration for North America (Plug 1)

Pinout table for MT-12-12/MT-18-xx North America (Plug 1).

Table 9-12 MT-12-12 / MT-18-xx Pin Configuration for North America (Plug 2)

Pinout table for MT-12-12/MT-18-xx North America (Plug 2).

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