Nordson EFD PROPlus Series - Programming; How to Create and Run a Program

PROPlus / PRO Series Automated Dispensing Systems
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Programming
This section provides how-to procedures for the most commonly performed programming tasks. Refer to “How to
Create and Run a Program” for an example of how to use the dispensing software to create a complete program. If
you have difficulty creating a program for your application, contact your Nordson EFD representative. Before using
this section:
• Complete all applicable installation tasks. Refer to “Installation” on page18.
• Complete all required setup tasks. Refer to “Setup” on page43.
• Refer to “Concepts” on page25 for important robot programming concepts and for an overview of the
dispensing software screens and icons.
How to Create and Run a Program
The procedure provides the basic steps for creating and running a program. Every program is different. Use these
basic steps and refer to “How to Create Patterns” on page66 and “AppendixA, Command Function Reference”
on page108 to create the desired application pattern for the workpiece or group of workpieces.
PREREQUISITES
 The system is properly set up. Refer to “Setting Up and Calibrating the System (Required)” on page47.
 If the tip or any element of the Zaxis head was changed, repeat system setup and calibration using the Robot
Initial Setup wizard. Refer to “Setting Up the System Using the Robot Initial Setup Wizard” on page48.
 The system is in the correct mode (Tip or CCD).
 A workpiece is properly positioned on the fixture plate.
# Click Step
1
• Click the PROGRAM tab.
Address 1 is available to insert a command.
2
• Jog the dispensing tip to a desired XYZ location by clicking the navigation
icons.
3
• Insert a setup or dispense command that tells the robot what to do. Click
a command icon, or double-click anywhere in the address line to select a
command from the drop-down menu.
4
• Edit the command parameter settings. Refer to the following sections of this
manual for information to help you create programs:
- “About Programs and Commands” on page25 (includes best practices)
- “How to Create Patterns” on page66
- “How to Create a Mark” on page70
- “AppendixA, Command Function Reference” on page108 (provides
detailed information on all commands)
5
• Repeat steps 2 through 4 until the program is complete.
6
• To delete a command, click the command and then click the Delete icon.
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