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Operation Manual # 02002215

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Default Chapter3
- Table of Contents3
- And ISO11
1 Section 1 - Introduction13
- Overview13
- Heavy Duty Construction13
- Touch Screen Display13
- Prompt Driven Operation14
- Timing14
- Precision Three Zone Band Heater14
- Test Results14
- Communications14
- Options and Accessories14
- Machine Dimensions15
- Electrical Requirements15
2 Section 2 - Model MP1200 Digital Controller/Timer16
- Introduction16
- MP1200 Controller/Timer16
- Three-Zone Temperature Control19
- Timing Systems19
- Communications Port19
- Multiple Data Determinations (Captures)19
3 Section 3 -Operating Tools20
4 Section 4 - Available Options & Accessories22
- Weights22
- Glass Reference Thermometers22
- Digital Reference Temperature Measurement System (P/N: 02002184)22
- PPDT Automatic Timing Switch (P/N 02001505)23
- Automatic Timing Switch Calibrator (P/N 02001531)23
- Manual Cutoff Option (P/N: 02002104)23
- Automatic Cutoff Option (P/N: 02002105)23
- Weight Support, Lowering and Lifting Device with Swing-Away Weight Support Platform (WLD)23
- Corrosion Resistant Accessories24
- High Melt Flow Plug24
- Go/No-Go Gauge24
- Flow Rate Ratio Attachment Package (P/N 02001418)25
- Semi-Automatic Pneumatic Purge25
- Semi-Automatic Pneumatic Purge & Clean26
- Horizon Data Acquisition & Machine Control Software26
- Orifice (Die) Options26
- Piston Rod Options26
- Piston Foot Options27
- Miscellaneous27
5 Section 5 - Set-Up and Installation28
- Unpacking the Machine28
- Locating the Machine28
- Leveling the Machine28
- Connections30
- Updating the Firmware of the MP120032
6 Section 6 - OPTIONAL Programmable Piston Displacement Transducer (PPDT)34
- Installing the PPDT Ordered with the MP120034
- Field Installation, Setup and Configuration of the PPDT for Encoder Type ENCI (for Units that Were Repaired or Not Originally Purchased with the MP1200)34
- PPDT Arm Length Adjustment35
7 Section 7 - MP1200M Motorized Weight Support and Lowering/Raising Device with Swing-Away Feature (WLD)36
- Preparation for Use of Factory Installed WLD36
- MP1200M Factory Settings36
- DC Motor Calibration37
- Zeroing the Encoder on the WLD (Synchronize with PPDT)38
8 Section 8 - Printer (Optional)39
9 Section 9 - Manual & Automatic Extrudate Cut-Off Tools40
- Tools Required40
- Installation Instructions41
- Operation42
10 Section 10 - Setup & Operation of the Pneumatic Purge / Purge & Cleaning Attachment on a Model MP1200 Melt Indexer W/Wld43
- Tools Required43
- Pneumatic Purge/Purge & Clean Attachment Parts List44
- Initial Setup Procedures44
- Operation47
  - Manual Operation47
  - Software Operation48
- Operational Notes49
11 Section 11 - Configuration Mode50
- Machine Settings50
- PID Controls51
- Calibrate54
- Diagnostic57
12 Section 12 - User Settings58
- General Settings58
- Calibration Offsets59
- Date/Time60
13 Section 13 - Testing Polymers According to ASTM D 1238 "Procedure A" (Manual Cut-Off Operation)61
- Getting Started61
- Creating a New Procedure a Program61
- Test Procedure66
14 Section 14 - Testing Polymers According to ASTM D 1238 Procedure B (Automatically Timed Flow Rate) When the Melt Density Is Known71
- Getting Started71
- Creating a New Procedure B Program72
- Test Procedure78
15 Section 15 - Testing Polymers According to ASTM D 1238 Procedure B (Automatically Timed Flow Rate) When the Melt Density Is Unknown (Procedure for Calculating the Melt Density of a Polymer)82
- Introduction82
- Creating a New Procedure B Program83
- Test Procedure88
16 Section 16 - Cleaning Instructions92
17 Section 17 - Preventative Maintenance93
- Cleanliness93
- Motorized Weight Lowering Device (MP1200M)93
- Electrical Checks93
18 Section 18 - Calibration/Verification - PPDT Attachment95
- Calibration/Verification Procedure for PPDT95
- Temperature Verification/Calibration98
  - Suggested Equipment98
19 Section 19 - Temperature Control Configuration Mode99
- PID Parameters and Tuning -- General99
- PID Temperature Control - Output Terms99
- PID Gains100
- Recovery Parameters101
- Temperature Controller Status Parameters102
- Automatic Line Voltage Compensation102
20 Section 20 - Recommended Spare Parts List104
21 Section 21 - MP1200 Packing/Shipping Instructions105

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