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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide
Operating the LED Light
Operating Modes
There are three basic operating modes for the BlueWave® AX-550 flood system: manual, timer,
and PLC.
PLC and timer modes are not recommended for use with a conveyor.
Manual mode allows the user to activate the LED array with the use of a switch and cables to the TRIGGER
port(s) on the top of the controller. The LED remains active only if the control switch is engaged.
When the control switch is turned to OFF the LED shuts off. Cables to connect the side mounted control
switch are provided with each LED array system. This will allow the user to turn the array on and off using
the side mounted control switch on the conveyor. Manual mode is recommended for use with a conveyor.
BlueWave® AX-550 LED Flood System
for further details about each
operation mode.
Adjusting Intensity
The output intensity can be adjusted from 10% (depending on the LED flood configuration ordered) to
100% in 1% increments. To adjust the intensity, refer to the
BlueWave® AX-550 LED Flood System
LED Operation
It is recommended that BlueWave® AX-550 systems be set to manual mode for conveyor operation.
Activate the flood lamps by actuating the switch on the side of the conveyor.
The LED system is instant-on and does not require preheating prior to use. Turning off the LED system
between uses will extend LED life.
1.
Ensure power cords for all flood lamps are securely in place. Power up each system and adjust
the operating parameters.
2.
Verify the LED control switch connections to the TRIGGER interface cables from the switch box
terminals to each BlueWave® AX-550 PLC port using the TRIGGER pin locations.
3.
Actuate the LED control switch to turn ON all connected flood lamp systems simultaneously.
4.
Once curing has completed, and the final part retrieved from the belt turn OFF the LED control
switch.
5.
Verify the conveyor is clear of all parts for curing prior to turning the conveyor off.
If the controller is set to timer mode, the LED control switch will toggle the LED array to turn on and it will
turn off after the timer runs down. The LED array will not activate again until the LED control switch is
toggled OFF and back ON.
