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- Page 1 ValveMate 7140 Controller ™ Operating Manual IMPORTANT! Save this Sheet. Forward to Maintenance or Tool Crib Supervisors Electronic pdf files of EFD manuals are also available at www.nordsonefd.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Preventative Maintenance..........10 Specifications ............11 Front Panel Buttons/Modes of Operation ....12 Indicator Lamps............13 How To ..............13-15 Typical Setup..............16 Mounting the ValveMate 7140 ........17 External Power Adapter ..........18 Back Panel Markings ..........18 Input/Output Connections ........19-20 I/O Connections Schematics........21 Air Connections............22 Final Setup Checklist ..........23 Testing the Spray Valve ........24-25... -
Page 4: Introduction
30 years of industrial dispensing experience. Most questions you will have are answered in this guide. However, if you need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Nordson EFD or your authorized Nordson EFD distributor. In Asia, call +86 (21) 3866 9006. - Page 5 IMPORTANT: The primary control of deposit size is the valve open time. The ValveMate 7140 provides easy access and “on the fly” adjustment of valve open time. The ValveMate 7140 is an EFD spray valve controller, incorporating programmable dispense time, digital time readout, and input/output communication with host machine PLCs.
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Page 6: Efd Product Safety Statement
EFD® Product Safety Statement This statement provides personal and equipment safety notices for EFD dispensing systems including benchtop dispensers and ValveMate ™ controllers. WARNING The safety message that follows has a WARNING level hazard. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury. ELECTRIC SHOCK Risk of electric shock. - Page 7 Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards Do not use halogenated hydrocarbon solvents in a pressurized system that contains aluminum components. Under pressure, these solvents can react with aluminum and explode, causing injury, death, or property damage. Halogenated hydrocarbon solvents contain one or more of the following elements. Element Symbol Prefix...
- Page 8 Intended Use Use of EFD equipment in ways other than those described in the documentation supplied with the equipment may result in injury to persons or damage to property. Some examples of unintended use of equipment include: • using incompatible materials •...
- Page 9 • To prevent injury, be aware of less-obvious dangers in the workplace that often cannot be completely eliminated, such as hot surfaces, sharp edges, energized electrical circuits and moving parts that cannot be enclosed or otherwise guarded for practical reasons. Fire Safety To avoid a fire or explosion, follow these instructions: •...
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Page 10: Preventative Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance As part of maintaining continuous trouble-free use of this product, EFD recommends a few very simple preventative maintenance checks. 1. Periodically inspect tube to fitting connections for proper fit. Secure as necessary. 2. Check tubing for cracks and contamination. Replace tubing as necessary. 3. -
Page 11: Specifications
Specifications Note: Specifications and technical details are subject to engineering changes without prior notification. Cabinet Size: 20.0 cm x 14.2 cm x 6.8 cm (7.9" W x 5.6" D x 2.7" H) Weight: 1.75 kg (3 lbs 14 oz) Electrical Power Input: 24VDC (+/- 5%), 0.63A maximum Electrical Input Connector:... -
Page 12: Front Panel Buttons/Modes Of Operation
Front Panel Buttons/Modes of Operation POWER Press Power button to turn power ON or OFF. Note: ValveMate 7140 will always power up into RUN mode. Enables external initiate inputs. The cycle button is disabled. SETUP Setup, testing and modification of dispense time. -
Page 13: Indicator Lamps
MODE SETUP STEADY TEACH CYCLE CYCLE PURGE How to make On-the-Fly (OTF) time adjustments in RUN mode: Step 1 Press CYCLE button to enable OTF, display will blink. Step 2 Press buttons to adjust valve on time. Step 3 Press CYCLE button to disable OTF, display no longer blinks. - Page 14 How to use the TEACH mode: Step 1 Press MODE button and scroll to TEACH. Step 2 Press and hold CYCLE button or depress the foot pedal in the TEACH mode. LED display will begin “flashing” before TEACH function begins. Step 3 Add incremental time by continued press and hold of CYCLE button...
- Page 15 How to enable/disable low air pressure alarm: Step 1 Press MODE button and scroll to STEADY . Step 2: Press and hold until Aon or Aof is visible. Step 3 Press button to toggle between Alarm On Alarm OFF Step 4 Press MODE button to exit.
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Page 16: Typical Setup
Pressurized reservoir with air regulator ValveMate 7140 Controller Caution: Always depressurize the reservoir before opening. To do this, slide the shutoff valve on the air line away from the reservoir. If using an EFD tank, open the pressure relief valve as well. Before opening the reservoir, check the pressure gauge to verify that pressure is zero (0). -
Page 17: Mounting The Valvemate 7140
Mounting the ValveMate 7140 The ValveMate 7140 can be mounted either over or under a surface using screws to secure bracket. Use the universal mounting bracket (included) to mount the controller either over or under the cabinet. The bracket allows the controller to pivot 30º from a horizontal position. -
Page 18: External Power Adapter
External Power Adapter A universal 24VDC remote power supply with a locking ring DC connector is included with each ValveMate 7140. Select a convenient location and connect to appropriate input voltage. Back Panel Markings Maximum Air Pressure Caution Caution symbol informing that the maximum air input pressure is 100 psi (6.9 bar). -
Page 19: Input/Output Connections
Input/Output Connections The 10 pin terminal strip includes a 5-24VDC and contact closure CC initiate inputs. Outputs include an Alarm Out, End of Cycle EOC and a 24VDC courtesy power. 5-24 INIT: Dispense initiate input activated with a 5-24VDC input voltage. EOC OUT: End-of-cycle feedback ALARM OUT: Circuit that closes when an alarm condition is present. - Page 20 PLC input. Maximum load is 100mA, 5-24 VDC. Alarm IN Connection The ValveMate 7140 offers an alternate use of the CC INIT initiate input for an external alarm signal. Refer to the ʻHow toʼ instructions on page 15 to enable.
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Page 21: I/O Connections Schematics
I/O Connection Schematics I/O External Wiring Diagram I/O Electrical Schematic... -
Page 22: Air Connections
Air Connections Air Input Connection Connect the ValveMate 7140 to plant air by first installing the EFD five-micron filter regulator (#7002002) included to your air supply. Install the air tee with 6mm push-in fitting (#7016230) in the output of the filter regulator. Connect 3 meter length of 6mm tubing into push-in fitting. -
Page 23: Final Setup Checklist
Final Setup Checklist 1. Air pressure to ValveMate 7140 is set to 70 psi (4.9 bar). 2. Nozzle air pressure regulator is set to 10 psi (0.7 bar). 3. Initiate connection and I/O are wired correctly. 4. Spray valve and fluid reservoir are properly connected. -
Page 24: Testing The Spray Valve
Testing the Spray Valve 1. Set tank pressure. For low viscosity, low pressures and high viscosity, higher pressure. 2. Using the Mode button on the ValveMate controller, place the controller in the PURGE mode. In PURGE mode, Actuating Air can be selected independently of Nozzle Air by following “How to purge with or without nozzle air”... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting Guide
If problem persists, make sure devices such as air cylinders are not causing a pressure drop in the ValveMate 7140 input air line. Check to make sure the unit is not in a mode other than RUN. Response delay in... -
Page 27: Replacement Parts List
Replacement Parts List Valvemate 7140 1 7026561 KIT PCB DISPLAY/CONTROLLER, 7140 2 7026517 KIT PCB IO/COMPONENTS 7100 / 7140 3 7026518 KIT FITTING-4MM BULKHEAD 4 7026519 KIT POWER SUPPLY DC EXTERNAL 7100 / 7140 Not Shown 5 7026520 KIT VALVE SOLENOID 24VDC 1.8W WITH CONN 6 7026521 KIT CONN TERMBLOK PLUS IO 10POS 5.08MM... -
Page 28: Warranty
NORDSON EFD ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY All components of the Nordson EFD ValveMate 7140 are warranted for one year from date of purchase to be free from defects in material and workmanship (but not against damage...
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