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perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG
perma STAR CONTROL TIME
Translation of the
Original Operating Instructions
perma
STAR CONTROL TIME
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  • Page 1 GmbH & Co. KG perma STAR CONTROL TIME Translation of the Original Operating Instructions perma STAR CONTROL TIME The Expert in Lubrication Solutions...
  • Page 2 © 2006 perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG Without the specific approval of perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG no part of this documentation can be copied or made available to third parties. We have taken great care when compiling all the details contained in this documentation.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Legal requirements 1.4.1 Liability 1.4.2 Warranty SAFETY INSTRUCTION Persons responsible for safety General safety informations Safety information for perma STAR CONTROL TIME 2.3.1 Safety during installation and maintenance 2.3.2 Safety when handling LC units TECHNICAL DATA Data sheet: power supply 3.1.1 Cable construction 3.1.2...
  • Page 4 Table of discharge 7.3.1 Examples for determining proper dip switch settings to achieve optimal lubrication 7.3.2 Changing the discharge volume after the perma STAR CONTROL TIME has been in operation/reset function TROUBLE SHOOTING DISPOSAL ACCESSORIES FOR perma STAR CONTROL IMPULSE 10.1...
  • Page 5: Various

    STAR CONTROL TIME VARIOUS About this operating manual ♦ This operating manual is intended for the safe operation of the perma STAR CONTROL TIME automatic lubricator. It contains safety instructions which must be adhered to. ♦ Everyone who works on or with the lubricator must have access to this operating manual during their shift.
  • Page 6: Delivery

    ▪ of noticeable faults, shortcomings or defects: directly to your perma distributor. Lubricator perma STAR CONTROL TIME 1.3.1 Markings ♦ The lubricator perma STAR CONTROL TIME is clearly marked with a label on the drive system and a label on the LC unit. ♦ CE Mark on the drive unit ♦...
  • Page 7: Legal Requirements

    No claims for already delivered lubricators can be made based on the information, pictures and descriptions. ♦ perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG can not be held liable for damages and malfunctions caused by: ▪ inappropriate usage;...
  • Page 8: Safety Instruction

    GmbH & Co. KG SAFETY INSTRUCTION Persons responsible for safety ♦ Operator ▪ The operator is any individual or legal entity who or which uses the lubricator or on whose authority the lubricator is used. ▪ The operator or his safety officer must warrant, that all the relevant regulations, instructions and laws are adhered to;...
  • Page 9: Safety Information For Perma Star Control Time

    ♦ Operate the lubricator only when it is in perfect condition. ♦ Retrofitting, changing or reconstructing the lubricator is not allowed. perma-tec must be consulted first. ♦ The LC unit should not be forced open.
  • Page 10: Technical Data

    GmbH & Co. KG TECHNICAL DATA Data sheet: power supply 3.1.1 Cable construction: Conductor cross-sectional dimensions: 4 x 0.25 mm Flexible cord construction: Cu flex 32 x Ø 0.1 mm blk Insulation: PVC Ø 1.3 + 0.05 wall thickness abt. 0.32 mm...
  • Page 11: Components

    STAR CONTROL TIME 3.2.2 Components ♦ Lubricators are delivered as requested by the customer in regards to size, and oil or grease filling. They consist of (see Picture 1): a) Plug b) LC unit (Lubrication Canister), available with the requested lubricant and in three different sizes (thread size R1/4).
  • Page 12: Function

    LC unit. With dip switch 1 and 2 (marked “TIME”) you can set the discharge amount for every 100 operating hours. perma STAR CONTROL TIME divides the set discharge amount (= size of the LC unit) into several small discharge cycles within the discharge period (please see the following chart listing discharge amount per discharge cycle.
  • Page 13: Operating Conditions

    STAR CONTROL TIME Operating conditions 3.4.1 Temperatures ♦ Temperature range: -10 °C to +50 °C (+14 °F to +122 °F) ♦ Within this temperature range, a regular discharge and a max. output pressure up to 5 bar (75 psi) is guaranteed.
  • Page 14: Starting And Operating

    Before installing the lubricator, the lubrication points and any extensions must be adequately pre-lubricated with the same lubricant which is contained in the perma STAR CONTROL TIME. For this purpose, perma-tec offers a 400 g lubricant cartridge for grease guns (see chapter 10.1). ♦...
  • Page 15: During Operation

    LC unit. Screw perma STAR CONTROL TIME onto the lubrication point (handtight). Never screw in the lubricator a second time as this would impair the self-sealing of the thread. Plug the cable into the connection on perma STAR CONTROL TIME.
  • Page 16: Changing The Lc Unit

    (outlet pointing down). k) Plug cable back into the perma STAR CONTROL TIME. After a reset/exchange of LC unit, perma STAR CONTROL TIME will start with the corresponding pause time. Please note that the warranty will expire if above instructions are not followed.
  • Page 17: Drive Unit Settings

    The LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) are on the circuit board and are visible through the transparent cover (see picture 2, chapter 7.2). The perma STAR CONTROL TIME has a red and green LED. The following signals about operating conditions/malfunctions are displayed by the LED for the user:...
  • Page 18: Setting Discharge Amount

    GmbH & Co. KG 7.2.1 Setting the discharge amount The lubricant amount per impulse must be set with dip switches 1+2 “TIME” of the 4-way code switch located on the circuit board of the drive unit. If the position of code switches 1+2 “TIME” of the 4-way code switch does not correspond to the desired discharge amount (see chapter 7.3), it will lead to wrong...
  • Page 19: Examples For Determining Proper Dip Switch Settings To Achieve Optimal Lubrication

    STAR CONTROL TIME 7.3.1 Examples for determining proper dip switch settings to achieve optimal lubrication In the “normal mode” (per 100 operating hours) Example 1: A roller bearing is to be provided with 14 cm of lubricant every 500 hours of operation: 14 cm ÷...
  • Page 20 GmbH & Co. KG To Variation II: 120 cm LC unit (M120) 2.78 cm /100 h = 0.0278 cm 120 cm : 0.0278 cm /h = 4316.5 h 4316.5 h : 40 h/week = 108 weeks The lubricant is sufficient for more than 2 years, not including additional operational breaks or any other machine standstills.
  • Page 21: Changing The Discharge Volume After The Perma Star Control Time Has Been In Operation/Reset Function

    STAR CONTROL TIME 7.3.2 Changing the discharge volume after the perma STAR CONTROL TIME has been in operation/reset function With the reset-function, the lubricator can be returned to its initial state by resetting the internally saved parameters. a) Unplug the power plug from the lubricator.
  • Page 22: Trouble Shooting

    LC unit Clean tube and connecting parts, perma STAR CONTROL - Clogged tube and/or connection then shut off and restart perma TIME signals “system parts STAR CONTROL TIME (refer to malfunctions” (red LED) - Counter pressure too high chapter 7.3.2)
  • Page 23: Disposal

    Please follow the individual waste disposal regulations in your country. ACCESSORIES FOR perma STAR CONTROL TIME Accessories and replacement parts must meet the technical requirements. This can be guaranteed by using original parts from perma-tec. 10.1 Accessories ♦...
  • Page 24: Suggestion For Plc Connection

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  • Page 25: Suggestion For Plc Connection With Two Output Signals

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  • Page 26: Suggestion For Plc Connection With Three Output Signals

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  • Page 27 STAR CONTROL TIME EG-Konformitäts- EC Declaration of Déclaration CE de Declaración de Dichiarazione di erklärung Conformity conformité conformidad CE conformità CE perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG Hammelburger Straße 21 97717 EUERDORF | GERMANY In der Gemeinschaft Person residing Personne établie...
  • Page 28 GmbH & Co. KG perma STAR CONTROL TIME perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG Hammelburger Str. 21 97717 EUERDORF GERMANY Tel: +49 9704 609 0 Fax: +49 9704 609 50 info@perma-tec.com www.perma-tec.com The Expert in Lubrication Solutions 2013/01/08...

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