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(1 Encoder, 4 Scanners)
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MC032
5/2013
C037

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  • Page 1 MCP-25 Control MCP-25 Control MCP-25 Control MCP-25 Control MCP-25 Control (1 Encoder, 4 Scanners) (1 Encoder, 4 Scanners) (1 Encoder, 4 Scanners) (1 Encoder, 4 Scanners) (1 Encoder, 4 Scanners) Manual Number: MC032 Release Date: 5/2013 Software Version: C037...
  • Page 2 © 2013 Valco Cincinnati, Inc. All Rights Reserved This manual is provided with the MCP-25 Control and may be used only in accordance with the terms of purchase. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Valco Cincinnati, Inc.
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity (According to EN 45014) M an ufacturer: V alco Melton A div ision of V alco C incin nati, Inco rporated 4 11 C ircle Free wa y Driv e C incin nati, OH 452 46 U SA Au tho rized Re pres enta tiv es in...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 - Introduction ..........1-1 About this Manual ....................1-1 Description of the MCP-25 Control ................. 1-1 Section 2 - Safety and Use ..........2-1 Read Thoroughly Before Handling Equipment ............. 2-1 Symbols ........................2-1 Owner Responsibilities ...................
  • Page 5 Section 6 - Menu Overview ..........6-1 Introduction ......................6-1 Initial Screen ......................6-1 Initial-Screen Function Keys ....................6-1 Overview of MCP-25 Menus ..................6-2 Section 7 - Job Management Menu ....... 7-1 Introduction ......................7-1 Function Keys on Page 1 ..................7-1 Function Keys on Page 2 ..................
  • Page 6 Section 14 - Troubleshooting ........14-1 Introduction ......................14-1 Section 15 - Specifications ........... 15-1 Introduction ......................15-1 Section 16 - Part Number List ........16-1 How to Order Parts ....................16-1 MCP-25 Parts List ....................16-2 Spare Parts ......................16-4 Valco Cincinnati, Inc. TOC-3...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 17 - Warranty ............ 17-1 Warranty Information ..................... 17-1 Cold Glue Equipment and Electronic Controls ..............17-1 Hot Melt Units, Hoses, Valves, Guns, and Related Equipment ..........17-1 Section 18 - Service ............18-1 Appendix A - Maintenance Procedures ......

  • Page 8: Section 1 - Introduction

    Valco Cincinnati has prepared this manual as an aid for installing, operating, About this and servicing the MCP-25 control. It also contains a list of part numbers for replacement parts. If you need more information, please contact your Valco Manual Cincinnati representative.

  • Page 9: Section 2 - Safety And Use

    SECTION 2 - SAFETY AND USE SECTION 2 - SAFETY AND USE SECTION 2 - SAFETY AND USE SECTION 2 - SAFETY AND USE SECTION 2 - SAFETY AND USE Warning! Warning! Warning! Warning! Warning! Read and follow all safety precautions, warnings, Read cautions, and other recommendations in this manual.
  • Page 10 Section 2 - Safety and Use MC032 - MCP-25 Control This symbol indicates the need to Unplug/Disconnect All Power Unplug/Disconnect All Power Unplug/Disconnect All Power Unplug/Disconnect All Power Symbols - Continued Unplug/Disconnect All Power Sources Sources Sources Sources Sources and to let them de-energize before attempting any type of work or maintenance.

  • Page 11: Owner Responsibilities

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 2 - Safety and Use The owner of the equipment is under obligation to manage all safety Owner information. Some examples include: Responsibilities • Examine all safety materials and documents as well as jurisdictional laws and make certain all laws, recommendations, and other safety/hazard laws, certification requirements, training, and instructions are followed and kept current.

  • Page 12: Limitations Of Use

    Section 2 - Safety and Use MC032 - MCP-25 Control Read this document and all information regarding the equipment before Limitations of handling the equipment. The intended use of the equipment is stated in Section 1 of this manual. Do not use this equipment for anything other than its intended use. Do not modify, change, or alter the equipment in any way.

  • Page 13: Shut Down Safety Information

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 2 - Safety and Use Valco Melton hot melt units, cold glue units, controllers, inspection systems Shut Down and all related accessories have the following universal safety precautions (this is not intended to be an exhaustive list; follow all instructions and safety...

  • Page 14: Hot Melt Specific General Safety Information

    Section 2 - Safety and Use MC032 - MCP-25 Control Valco Melton hot melt units have the following universal safety precautions in in in in in Hot Melt addition to all other universal precautions previously mentioned addition to all other universal precautions previously mentioned...

  • Page 15: What To Do If Contact With Hot Adhesive Occurs

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 2 - Safety and Use If hot adhesive comes in contact with the skin, , , , , do the following: What to Do if Contact Warning! Warning! Warning! Do not attempt to remove heated hot melt adhesive from...

  • Page 16: What To Do If Adhesive-Related Fire Or Explosion Occurs

    Section 2 - Safety and Use MC032 - MCP-25 Control During the heating and melting process, the surface of the adhesive will be What to Do if exposed to air. The mixture of polymer fumes and air can catch fire if the hot melt is overheated.

  • Page 17: Hose Safety Information

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 2 - Safety and Use Hose Safety Do not Do not Do not use bindings, wire ties, or unapproved Do not Do not Information fasteners around the hoses. Do use approved wrapping (P/N KAP0434), making sure the wrapping is slightly snug but not tight.
  • Page 18 Section 2 - Safety and Use MC032 - MCP-25 Control Hose Safety Information - Continued Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not allow hoses to rub against objects or to come into contact with sharp edges or points.

  • Page 19: Section 3 - General Wiring Guidelines

    Use a dedicated circuit if possible. If a dedicated circuit is not available, do not connect the control to a circuit that supplies high-amperage equipment— use another circuit such as a lighting circuit. Otherwise, equipment may not function properly. Valco Cincinnati, Inc.

  • Page 20: Section 4 - Basic Features

    SECTION 4 - BASIC FEATURES SECTION 4 - BASIC FEATURES SECTION 4 - BASIC FEATURES SECTION 4 - BASIC FEATURES SECTION 4 - BASIC FEATURES This section describes the basic features of the MCP-25. Introduction Front-Panel Valco Cincinnati, Inc.

  • Page 21: Description Of Front-Panel Features

    Section 4 - Basic Features MC032 - MCP-25 Control 1 1 1 1 1 Valve on/off LEDs Valve on/off LEDs Valve on/off LEDs Valve on/off LEDs Valve on/off LEDs Description of The LED next to the valve number illuminates when the valve is open.
  • Page 22 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 4 - Basic Features 4 4 4 4 4 Main-menu buttons Main-menu buttons Main-menu buttons Main-menu buttons Main-menu buttons Description of Front-Panel The main-menu buttons are used to select the main menus. A Features - Continued red LED on the button illuminates when the menu has been selected.
  • Page 23 Section 4 - Basic Features MC032 - MCP-25 Control 9 9 9 9 9 Pressure transducer LEDs Pressure transducer LEDs Pressure transducer LEDs Pressure transducer LEDs Pressure transducer LEDs Description of Front-Panel Features - Continued • If LEDs 1 to 2 illuminate, the corresponding pressure transducer is active.

  • Page 24: Rear Panel

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 4 - Basic Features Rear Panel 1 1 1 1 1 COM 1 COM 1 COM 1 COM 1 COM 1 Description of Serial interface (Option: RS232, RS485, or current loop) Rear-Panel 2 2 2 2 2...

  • Page 25: Description Of Rear-Panel Features

    Section 4 - Basic Features MC032 - MCP-25 Control 5 5 5 5 5 Encoder connections (see rear-panel wiring diagram) Encoder connections (see rear-panel wiring diagram) Encoder connections (see rear-panel wiring diagram) Encoder connections (see rear-panel wiring diagram) Encoder connections (see rear-panel wiring diagram)
  • Page 26 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 4 - Basic Features 10 Glue valve connections (max. 8) Glue valve connections (max. 8) Glue valve connections (max. 8) Glue valve connections (max. 8) Glue valve connections (max. 8) Description of Rear-Panel Features - Continued...

  • Page 27: Internal Components

    Section 4 - Basic Features MC032 - MCP-25 Control Internal Components 1 1 1 1 1 - Transformer Transformer Transformer Transformer Transformer 2 2 2 2 2 - Power supply board Power supply board Power supply board Power supply board...

  • Page 28: Section 5 - Installation

    SECTION 5 - INSTALLATION SECTION 5 - INSTALLATION SECTION 5 - INSTALLATION This section contains mechanical and electrical installation procedures for the Introduction MCP-25 control. Mechanical Installation The product scanner should be installed to detect the leading edge of the Mechanical carton.

  • Page 29: Electrical Installation

    The main power supply must be either 115/230VAC, 50/60 Hz, 6.3A. The 155/230VAC power requirement is field-selectable. The power-entry module accepts a standard IEC power cord, which is supplied. To connect the main power supply to the MCP-25 control, follow these steps: Connecting the Main Power Supply...
  • Page 30 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 5 - Installation WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! Setup in step 6 may vary, depending on what country Connecting the Main Power Supply the system is being installed in. It is the purchaser’s - Continued...
  • Page 31 Section 5 - Installation MC032 - MCP-25 Control Connecting the Main Power Supply - Continued fuse drawer power -cord conenctor power on/off switch Figure 5-1. Power-Entry Module on/off power switch fuse drawer shorting clip (or second fuse) Figure 5-2. 115V/230V Fuse Drawer...

  • Page 32: Section 6 - Menu Overview

    Initial Screen the initial screen (Figure 6-1) to appear. The initial screen displays the Valco logo. When the “power” button is turned on, the MCP-25 is ready to run the job that was operating when the power was turned off.

  • Page 33: Overview Of Mcp-25 Menus

    Section 6 - Menu Overview MC032 - MCP-25 Control The MCP-25 contains six additional menu screens, which allow various Overview of actions to be taken (for detailed information about these menus, read the next six sections of this manual): MCP-25...
  • Page 34 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 6 - Menu Overview Overview of MCP-25 Menus - Continued Glue-Pressure Edit Menu Glue-Pressure Edit Menu Glue-Pressure Edit Menu Glue-Pressure Edit Menu Glue-Pressure Edit Menu • Delete a pressure table • Copy a pressure table •...
  • Page 35 Section 6 - Menu Overview MC032 - MCP-25 Control Overview of MCP-25 Menus - Continued Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic Menu • Display of the current unit parameters • Printout of the protocol of the current job and unit setup data •...

  • Page 36: Section 7 - Job Management Menu

    Page 1 Load a job from memory Copy a job from memory Delete a job previously saved in memory Go to page 2 of the job management menu to see more options Function Keys, Page 1 Valco Cincinnati, Inc.

  • Page 37: Function Keys

    Section 7 - Job Management Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Function Keys Create a new current job on Page 2 Edit a job located in memory Prepare a new job in memory Rename a job in memory Go back to page 1 of the...

  • Page 38: Saving A Job

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 7 - Job Management Menu To save the current job to memory, follow these steps: Saving a Job Press F1 (SAVE). If the job has already been named, the job name displays. If the current job has not yet been named, the “To save this...

  • Page 39: Loading A Job

    Section 7 - Job Management Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control The new job name can consist of any Saving a Job - Continued combination of alphanumeric characters. You use the scroll buttons to enter letters and the “-” sign and the numeric keypad to enter numbers.
  • Page 40 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 7 - Job Management Menu Loading a Job - Continued Step 3—Job-Management Menu with Message Enter the job name. The job name can consist of any combination of alphanumeric characters. You use the scroll buttons to enter letters and the “-”...

  • Page 41: Copying A Job

    Section 7 - Job Management Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control To copy a job to another memory location under a new name, follow these Copying a Job steps: Using the arrow keys, select the job that you wish to copy from the on-screen list.

  • Page 42: Deleting A Job

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 7 - Job Management Menu To copy a job, follow these steps: Deleting a Job Using the arrow keys, select the job from the on-screen list. Press F4 to delete the job. The “Delete job data?” message displays.

  • Page 43: Creating A New Current Job

    Section 7 - Job Management Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control This function is used when you want to replace the current job with a new Creating a current job.To create a new current job, follow these steps: New Current Press F1 (NEW).
  • Page 44 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 7 - Job Management Menu Press F2 (YES). The glue-pattern-edit screen displays. Creating a New Current Job - Continued The new job contains default values that can be used or changed to create your new job: •...

  • Page 45: Editing A Job In Memory

    Section 7 - Job Management Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control To edit a job in memory, follow these steps: Editing a Job Using the arrow keys, select the desired job from the on-screen in Memory list. Press F2 (CHANGE). The glue-pattern-edit menu displays.

  • Page 46: Preparing A New Job In Memory

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 7 - Job Management Menu This function is used when you want to prepare a new job while the current Preparing a job is operating (for example, during product changeover) To prepare a new job in memory, follow these steps: Job In Press F3 (PREPARE).
  • Page 47 Section 7 - Job Management Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Preparing a New Job In Memory - Continued Steps 4 and 5—Glue-Pattern-Edit Menu Enter the values for the glue-pressure curve (see Section 8— Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu ). Press F1 (END).The job-management menu displays.

  • Page 48: Renaming A Job

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 7 - Job Management Menu To rename a job, follow these steps: Renaming a Using the arrow keys, select the job from the on-screen list. Press F4 (RENAME). Steps 1 and 2—Job-Management Menu Overwrite the old job name by entering a new job name.

  • Page 49: Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu

    Vmin minimum-speed setting. This mode is Vmin dependent—the valve turns on when the parent machine operates above the minimum-speed setting, and turns off when the parent machine operates below the minimum-speed setting. This mode is particularily useful for continuous-glue application. Valco Cincinnati, Inc.

  • Page 50: Glue-Pattern-Edit Parameters

    Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Mode 2—Stitch Mode Mode 2—Stitch Mode Mode 2—Stitch Mode • Mode 2—Stitch Mode Mode 2—Stitch Mode Mode Types - Continued Stitch mode is used for discontinuous lines. This mode is useful for economical application of long lines of glue.
  • Page 51 Enter the distance between the glue valve’s nozzle opening and the middle of the scanner. Enter this value in millimeters or 1/100 inches depending on the setup of your MCP-25 (see Section 11 — Setup Menu ). Maximum distance = 19999 mm or 199.99 inches.
  • Page 52 Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control The repeat factor function will not work Glue-Pattern-Edit Parameters - unless a startpoint (delay) is entered for Continued the pattern that will follow the entered pattern. (See “Example of a Standard- Mode Glue Pattern”...

  • Page 53: Glue-Pattern-Example (Standard Mode)

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu 15 F5 Glue-Pattern-Edit Parameters - Pressing F5 (>>>) displays the information for glue patterns 3,4, Continued and 5. 16 MODE MODE MODE MODE MODE Moving the cursor onto the word “MODE” and then pressing the “ENTER”...

  • Page 54: Selecting A Mode

    Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control To select a mode, follow these steps: Selecting a In the glue-pattern-edit menu, move the cursor onto the word Mode “MODE” in the lower right corner of the screen.

  • Page 55: Entering/Editing A Glue Pattern

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu If you selected jogging mode (mode 3) in the mode-selection screen, follow Selecting a Mode - Continued these steps: Enter the following parameters by moving the cursor onto the...

  • Page 56: Deleting A Glue Pattern

    Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Continuous-gluing mode (1): Entering/Editing a Glue Pattern - Continued In continuous-gluing mode, the operation of the valve is dependent upon the Vmin minimum-speed setting. The valve turns on when the parent machine operates above the minimum-speed setting, and turns off when the parent machine operates below the minimum-speed setting.

  • Page 57: Copying A Glue Pattern

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu This function allows you to copy a complete glue pattern with corresponding Copying a scanner and cell-to-gun distances to another channel (valve). Glue Pattern To copy a glue pattern, follow these steps: Press F3 (FORWARD) or F4 (BACK) to select the glue pattern you want to copy.
  • Page 58 Section 8 - Glue Pattern Edit Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Copying a Glue Pattern - Continued Step 3—Glue-Pattern-Edit Menu with Message Press F2 (YES) to begin copying the data or F4 (CANCEL) to cancel the operation. Pressing F2 (YES) causes the old glue- pattern parameters to be overwritten.

  • Page 59: Section 9 - Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu

    Unit of Measure Unit of Measure This field indicates the unit of measure (either millimeters or inches) that was selected in the setup menu. (See Section 11— Setup Menu for information about how to change the unit of measure.) Valco Cincinnati, Inc.

  • Page 60: Glue-Pressure-Edit Parameters

    Section 9 - Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control 4 4 4 4 4 Velocity Velocity Velocity Velocity Velocity Glue-Pressure-Edit Parameters - V = product speed (velocity). This value is entered in either Continued meters per minute or feet per minute, depending which unit of measure was selected in the setup menu.

  • Page 61: Creating A Glue-Pressure Curve

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 9 - Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu To create a glue-pressure curve, follow these steps: Creating a Using either the F3 (FORWARD) or Glue- F4 (BACK) keys, select the pressure transducer (1 or 2) that you want to program. The selected pressure-transducer number...

  • Page 62: Examples Of Glue-Pressure Values

    Data Manually Operate the parent machine at the slowest (minimum) production speed. Read the speed setting in the display of the MCP-25. The speed can be seen in the diagnostic menu. If no values are entered in the glue pressure curve, the control provides values for the minimum and maximum speed of the parent machine.
  • Page 63 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 9 - Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu Entering the Glue-Pressure Data The value must be entered in either Manually - Continued meters per minute or feet per minute, depending on the unit of measure selected in the Setup menu.

  • Page 64: Entering The Glue-Pressure Data With The Learn Function

    Section 9 - Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control The “Learn” function allows you to import the current parent-machine speed Entering the and corresponding glue-pressure values into the glue-pressure table. The learn function is available for the current job or when “NEW” is selected from Glue-Pressure the job-management menu.

  • Page 65: Changing The Glue Pressure

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 9 - Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu Changing the To change the glue pressure, follow these steps: Glue Pressure Using the arrow keys, move the cursor to the field that you want to change (see “Glue-Pressure-Edit Parameters” in this section).

  • Page 66: Copying A Glue-Pressure Curve

    Section 9 - Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Deleting a Current Glue-Pressure Curve - Continued Deleting a Current Glue-Pressure Curve, Step 2 (Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu) Press F2 (YES). The pressure/speed default values display. Deleting a Current Glue-Pressure Curve, Step 3...
  • Page 67 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 9 - Glue-Pressure-Edit Menu The cursor in the message highlights a Copying a Glue- suggested pressure transducer. Pressure Curve - Continued If the highlighted pressure transuced is not the pressure transducer you want, use the numeric keypad to select a different pressure transducer.

  • Page 68: Section 10 - Inspection Menu

    Figure 10-3. Jam-Preventer Setup Menu 2. Press F1 (ON). If scanner lockout values were entered in the glue-pattern-edit menu, the “Transfer scanner lockout values?” message displays. Before pressing F1 (ON), you may change the transferred values if desired. Valco Cincinnati, Inc. 10-1...

  • Page 69: Resetting The Alarm Contact

    Section 10 - Inspection Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control 3. Press F2 (YES). The scanner lockout values are transferred. Jam Preventer - Continued If lockout values were not entered in the glue-pattern-edit menu, you must enter the product length plus 0.4 inches (10 mm) for each jam preventer scanner.

  • Page 70: Section 11 - Setup Menu

    PIN-Code Programming” in this section. Introduction, Step 2—Setup Menu To configure a valve, follow these steps: Valve Select a valve type from the valve-type parameters table (page Configuration 11-3). Move the cursor to the “type” column. Valco Cincinnati, Inc. 11-1...
  • Page 71 Section 11 - Setup Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Valve Configuration - Continued Valve Configuration, Step 2—Type Column Using the numeric keypad, type the code number of the selected valve (or use the scroll buttons to select a valve type.) Either press the ENTER button or wait for 3 seconds.

  • Page 72: Valve Configuration Parameters

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 11 - Setup Menu Valve Configuration Parameters Nr Nr Nr Nr—Channel (valve) number. A maximum of 8 channels (valves) are seen on two display screens. Type Type Type Type Type—Valve type. This field contains the code number corresponding to the specific valve.

  • Page 73: Valve-Type Parameters

    Section 11 - Setup Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Valve-Type Parameters Code # Valve Type Specification Toff tmin Iacc Ihold (ms) (ms) (ms) (Amp) (Amp) 300-E Electric glue valve, non-contact 400E/EC Electric glue valve, non-contact/contact Electric glue valve, no extension 585/2 Electric glue valve, 2"...

  • Page 74: Pressure-Transducer Configuration

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 11 - Setup Menu To configure the pressure transducer, follow these steps: Pressure- Press F2 (PRES.). The pressure-transducer-configuration menu Transducer displays. Configuration Step 1—Setup Menu Using the arrow keys, move the cursor to the parameter that you want to change.

  • Page 75: Pressure-Transducer Configuration Parameters

    Section 11 - Setup Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Pressure- Transducer Configuration Parameters Nr Nr Nr Nr—Pressure transducer number (1-2) M M M M M —Pressure transducer mode 0 = Percentage pressure curve. Pressure data entered in % (0-100%) 1 = Same as mode 0 with a bypass function. T-bypass and V- bypass are programmed in this mode.

  • Page 76: Encoder Configuration

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 11 - Setup Menu To configure the encoder, follow these steps: Encoder Press the F3 (ENC.). The encoder-configuration menu screen Configuration displays. Step 1—Setup Menu Using the arrow keys, move the cursor to the parameter that you want to change.

  • Page 77: Encoder Configuration Parameters

    (Optimum: 1 impulse = 1 mm or 1/100 inch of product travel) Changing this setting may alter the maximum speed capacity and resolution of the MCP-25. (If this value is changed, turn the unit off and then on again to activate the change.)

  • Page 78: Programming Time, Date, And Pin Code

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 11 - Setup Menu Z-signal (start signal) Z-signal (start signal) Z-signal (start signal)—Allows the encoder to be used as a start signal Z-signal (start signal) Z-signal (start signal) Encoder Configuration Parameters instead of scanner 5. The Z-signal function requires a 1:1 - Continued encoder ratio.

  • Page 79: Selecting Language, Country Code, Date Format, And Length Unit

    Section 11 - Setup Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control If someone has already changed the Programming Time, PIN code, the factory-set PIN code Date, and PIN Code - Continued (123) is obsolete; only the new PIN code will work. To select language, country code, date format, and length unit, follow these...

  • Page 80: Section 12 - Diagnostic Menu

    Insert paper into the printer. Ensure that the printer is on line. Press F1 (PRINT). Press F2 (YES) to confirm the print function. (Press F4 to cancel the print function.) See the following page for diagnostic menu parameter descriptions. Valco Cincinnati, Inc. 12-1...

  • Page 81: Diagnostic Parameters

    Section 12 - Diagnostic Menu MC032 - MCP-25 Control Diagnostic Parameters Scan Scan Scan Scan Scan Scanners 1-4 L = Low (not active) H = High (active) This diagnostic menu for scanners is used when testing the scanner signal by placing your hand under the scanner.

  • Page 82: Section 13 - Operation

    SECTION 13 - OPERATION SECTION 13 - OPERATION SECTION 13 - OPERATION SECTION 13 - OPERATION This section contains operation procedures for the MCP-25 control. Introduction To create a new job, follow these steps: Creating a After the unit has been turned on, use either the F1 or the F2 New Job button to adjust the contrast of the screen.
  • Page 83 Section 13 - Operation MC032 - MCP-25 Control Enter the repeat factor: Creating a New Job - Continued The repeat factor is the number of identical, consecutive glue patterns to be applied (based on the first glue pattern). Enter “1” for one pattern or multiple patterns of different lengths.
  • Page 84 Return to pressure table 1 after entering values for other pressure tables. Operate the parent machine at slow speed (under 10 meters/minute). Press F5 (LEARN). The pressure points between the minimum and maximum pressure will automatically be completed by the MCP-25. 11. Save the job: Press the job-management menu icon button.

  • Page 85: Adjustments

    Operate the parent machine at slow speed (under 10 meters/ Glue Volume minute). Press the AUTO button on the front panel of the MCP-25. Using the front-panel valve-selection keypad, activate glue valve Observe the glue volume on the product. Using the scroll buttons on the right side of the display, increase or decrease the glue volume by adjusting the pressure values in the pressure table.
  • Page 86 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 13 - Operation Delay: Delay: Delay: Delay: Delay: Adjusting the Glue-Pattern Position If the start of the glue pattern begins later than the value seen in the glue - Continued pattern edit menu, increase the “Ton” value (0.1-25 milliseconds) in the valve setup menu.

  • Page 87: Section 14 - Troubleshooting

    SECTION 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING This section contains troubleshooting procedures for the MCP-25 control. Introduction Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution 1. The valve and 1a. Valve and scanner cable 1a.
  • Page 88 Section 14 - Troubleshooting MC032 - MCP-25 Control Pro blem Po ssib le C aus e Possible So lutio n 3. T he valves are 3a . Incorrect distance b etween the 3a. Ensu re that the dis tan ce op erating, b ut the valve’s no zzle and the p roduct.
  • Page 89 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 14 - Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution 5. The glue 5a. Cell-to-gun setting is 5a. Enter proper cell-to-gun setting (glue-pattern- pattern length incorrect (glue-pattern- edit menu). is correct, but edit menu). the pattern is 5b.
  • Page 90 Section 14 - Troubleshooting MC032 - MCP-25 Control Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution 7. The valves 7a. Incorrect “Vmin” 7a. Ensure that the “Vmin” has been entered apply glue (minimum threshold correctly (setup menu). only when the speed) entered 7b. Ensure that the pressure table(s) are correct.
  • Page 91 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 14 - Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution 11. The front- 11a. The number of valve 11a. Call Valco (see Section 18— panel valve outputs in the setup menu Service for information) LE Ds are red.

  • Page 92: Section 15 - Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 15 - SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 15 - SECTION 15 - SPECIFICATIONS This section contains specifications for the MCP-25 control. Introduction Wid th: 43 5 m m (17.25 ") Heig ht: 21 0 m m (8.25") Depth: 46 0 m m (18.2")

  • Page 93: Section 16 - Part Number List

    SECTION 16 - PART NUMBER LIST To order parts, please contact your closest Valco office by mail, phone, or How to Order Email: Parts Valco Cincinnati, Inc. Valco Cincinnati, Inc. Valco Cincinnati, Inc. Valco Cincinnati, Inc. Valco Cincinnati, Inc. USA:...

  • Page 94: Parts List

    Section 16 - Part Number List MC032 - MCP-25 Control MCP-25 Parts List Description Part Number MCP-25, 4-channel base unit, rack version 080xx518 MCP-25, 4-channel base unit, Valco enclosure 080xx520 MCP-25, 8-channel base unit, rack version 080xx519 MCP-25, 8-channel base unit, Valco enclosure...
  • Page 95 MC032 - MCP-25 Control Section 16 - Part Number List MCP-25 Parts List- Continued Description Part Number Encoder, Type 85, 1400 pulses per revolution,, 12 mm bore 155xx086 Encoder, Type 85, 2000 pulses per revolution, 12 mm bore 155xx087 Encoder cable, Type 30 and 85, 10 m (33 ft.) 030xx495 Encoder cable, Type 30 and 85, 15 m (49 ft.)

  • Page 96: Spare Parts

    Section 16 - Part Number List MC032 - MCP-25 Control Description Part Number Spare Parts PCB assembly, back plane for valve driver and power supply 151xx424 PCB assembly, CPU 151xx409 PCB assembly, fiber optic interface 151xx403 PCB assembly, input/output 151xx386...

  • Page 97: Section 17 - Warranty

    This is the only authorized Valco Cincinnati, Inc. warranty and is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties, representations or any other obligations on the part of Valco Cincinnati, Inc.

  • Page 98: Section 18 - Service

    Any charges for a service call will be quoted at that time. Any part that fails during the warranty period shall be returned prepaid to Valco Cincinnati, Inc. by the customer for disposition.

  • Page 99: Appendix A - Maintenance Procedures

    APPENDIX A - MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES APPENDIX A - MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES APPENDIX A - MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES This appendix contains recommended daily, weekly, 3-month, 6-month, and Introduction 12-month maintenance procedures for the MCP-25 system. CAUTION! CAUTION! CAUTION! The maintenance procedures contained in this appendix...

  • Page 100: Weekly Maintenance

    Appendix A - Maintenance Procedures MC032 - MCP-25 Control Weekly Maintenance Actions Date Shift Initials 1. Clean the glue filter thoroughly with water. 2. For electric-coil non-contact valves only— disassemble the fluid section of the glue valve, and clean the section thoroughly with water.

  • Page 101: 3-Month Maintenance

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Appendix A - Maintenance Procedures 3-Month Maintenance Actions Date Shift Initials 1. Encoder mounting: a. Check timing belt, gear and pulley teeth, and proper timing belt tension.. b. If using measuring wheel, check for wear and proper wheel tension on machine belt.

  • Page 102: 6-Month Maintenance

    Appendix A - Maintenance Procedures MC032 - MCP-25 Control 6-Month Maintenance Actions Date Shift Initials 1. Flush entire glue system, except for the central pumping system, with a vinegar and water solution (1 gallon of vinegar to 10 gallons of water).

  • Page 103: 12-Month Maintenance

    MC032 - MCP-25 Control Appendix A - Maintenance Procedures 12-Month Maintenance Actions Date Shift Initials 1. Flush the entire glue system, including the central pumping system, with a vinegar and water solution (1 gallon of vinegar to 10 gallons of water).

  • Page 104: Appendix B - Customer Parameter Values

    APPENDIX B - CUSTOMER PARAMETER VALUES APPENDIX B - CUSTOMER PARAMETER VALUES APPENDIX B - CUSTOMER PARAMETER VALUES APPENDIX B - CUSTOMER PARAMETER VALUES APPENDIX B - CUSTOMER PARAMETER VALUES Glue-Pressure Values Encoder Values Valco Cincinnati, Inc.
  • Page 105 Appendix B - Customer Parameter Values MC032 - MCP-25 Control Valve Values Valco Cincinnati, Inc.

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