AfiMilk MPC 3, Installation Manual

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Loading Software onto AfiMilk MPC
Chapter
13
Pre-upgrade Requisites
To upgrade to the new version, verify the following:
o
Operation mode : All afimilk MPCs that are to be upgraded must be either in
Wash mode or in Removal mode. See 0.
o
Session Time : AfiFarm Real Time must be In Milking Session (i.e. communicating
with the milk meters).
The following sections provide instructions for verifying that the system and afimilk
MPCs are ready for software installation.
Checking Milk Meters Operation Mode
The afimilk MPC software upgrade may be performed when the control unit is in Wash
mode or in Removal mode (i.e. not during actual milking of a cow).
To verify the milk meters are in Wash / Removal operation mode – via the AfiControl
interface
o
Wash Mode indications:
The red indicator in the Wash button is illuminated
The display presents temperature measurements (e.g.: 25C° ).
o
Removal Mode indications:
The LEDs on the
afimilk MPCs
sides are illuminated – cluster is at elevated
position
NOTE
afimilk MPC
software must be upgraded by a qualified technician
authorized by afimilk.
Red
LED
Temp.