Formech IMD508, Installation, Operating And Service Manual

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Manual - Formech IMD508
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Operation - Setup functions for Semi-Automatic Cycle
When the pyrometer button shows the heater cycle will be completed when the material
reaches the target temperature.
The value is shown below the button. The Actual temperature is shown above the button
When the timer button shows the heat cycle will operate from the time shown on the heater
buttons.
The actual pyrometer temperature is shown above the button.
Pyrometer Option
When in Semi-Auto, the heat cycle may operate from the heater timers or the pyrometer.
Give consideration to the timings set for the semi-auto sequence. It may be necessary to run the
product in the manual mode first to establish the required time for settings.
The times for each stage of the process will affect the product produced. The time settings can
be adjusted while the machine is operating. Adjust the set times for optimum performance and
monitor the output. Simply press the button of a function, make the setting changes and return to
the operating screen. Remember to save any changes.
Ensure the table and mould height values are set.
Set appropriate timings for each function.
Choose to work from timer or pyrometer for the heat
cycle.
Select the Auto-Level feature if required.
Select the Heater Security if required.
Semi-automatic Operation