Machines Highest Mechatronic GmbH Important advice regarding these Operating Instructions These Operating Instructions form an integral part of the Synchroprint 5000 and must be made available to all authorized personnel at all times. No particular sections or pages should be removed from these Operating Instructions, and any missing sections or pages should be replaced immediately, particularly in relation to section “1.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 Content: Preface ..............................2 Important advice regarding these Operating Instructions ..............2 Safety Instructions........................5 1.1. Description of Key Words and Symbols in the Operating Instructions ........ 5 1.2. General Information ......................6 1.3. Qualification of Operating and Service Staff ................ 6 1.4.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 Danger Zones ..........................29 Control of the Machine ......................30 9.1. Stopping the Machine in the event of an Emergency ............30 9.2. Stopping the Machine in the event of Malfunction ............. 31 9.3. Putting the Machine into Operation ..................31 9.4.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 1. Safety Instructions This section describes the safety instructions for the correct and safe operation of the Synchroprint 5000. In addition, this section also contains references to the European rules and regulations concerning the guarantee of industrial safety along with safety at the workplace. These rules and regulations provide the basis for these operating instructions.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 1.2. General Information The Synchroprint 5000 (hereon named Synchroprint) is built in accordance to all appropriate safety regulations. Owing to its complex design, the Synchroprint must only be operated and maintained by suitably skilled staff. Installation, operation or maintenance of the Synchroprint by persons who have not been suitably...
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 1.4. Required qualification for operations Operating Maintenance Service Skill Assistant personnel personnel personnel Color refill (only at standstill) Unloading substrates Cleaning of the machine (only at standstill) Setting screens Equip flood and print squeegees Equip the screens...
(Emergency STOP), before commencing use of the Synchroprint. No modifications to any part of the machine or its assembly system that may adversely affect safety must be carried out without the prior approval of MHM. Program modifications in the control program and changes of settings which may affect the Synchroprint’s operation should only be carried out by an MHM...
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 1.7. Additional Risks Even though the Synchroprint has been designed and built according to the most stringent safety criteria, as with all machinery we have to anticipate certain additional risks, which are detailed below: Danger Description...
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 1.8. Safety Signs on the Machine The following safety signs are attached to the corresponding points of the machine: Danger Description Location Warning against squashing of parts At squeegee carriages. of the body, in particular arms or hands.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 3. Data This section details the Synchroprint technical specifications. NB: As our policy is one of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice. 3.1. Serial Number and Year of Manufacture Serial number and year of manufacture are indicated on the machine’s type plate.
Upon delivery of the Synchroprint the consignment must be examined for external damage immediately. In the case of any damages, they must be documented and reported to MHM GmbH within 24 hours. 4.2. Packaging The Synchroprint will be packed and delivered in wooden crates. The exact number, weight and dimensions will vary slightly according to each model/type of machine.
The Synchroprint must only be installed / assembled by a service technician of the machine manufacturer or by an authorized service technician from an official MHM dealer/agent. Any assembly/installation by any third party not listed above will result in immediate cancellation of the warranty.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 5.4. External supply/Connection ports Connections for compressed air and mains electricity are located on the base unit of the Synchroprint as standard. Overhead supply connections may be ordered optionally but only at time of order, to enable supplies to enter the machine from above, through the centre column.
After the initial start-up of the machine, commissioning is to be completed in the presence of the authorized technician along with any persons authorized on the part of the customer. During this initial start-up and commissioning, all tasks carried out by the MHM service engineer or the technicians of an authorized dealer are recorded.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 The control panel includes the following features: Machine feature Description Tablet The tablet PC is used to control the main operating features of the Synchroprint. Touching (tapping) the command buttons displayed on m-touch pro the screen will operate various individual functions of the machine.
Exceeding the maximum allowed weight of the pallets would increase the dynamic load to the machine and can cause material damage. The maximum weight of the pallets must be observed. Only pallets provided by MHM must be used for production. 7.6. Foot switch The foot switch is used to start an index movement when machine runs in manual mode.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 7.9. Print Stations The print stations are used for printing individual colours on to textiles/garments. The Synchroprint may be ordered with a maximum of up to 18 print stations. Two different types of print stations are possible: ...
Frequency Converter The frequency converter controls the squeegee drive motor. The motor and frequency converter have already been adjusted by MHM, and no further adjustment should be necessary. Squeegee/print arm The squeegee carriage, squeegee stroke length adjustment, the control keypad and the pressure control are all located on the squeegee arm.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 Screen Adjustment/Micro-Registration The screen adjustment/micro-registration is used for the precise positioning of the screens. Each screen may be positioned forwards/backwards by means of a single hand wheel adjuster located at the front of each individual print station. For left/right adjustment there are two hand wheel adjusters located at the front and rear of each individual print station.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 The following functions are available from the control keypad: Function Pressing and holding “ADJUST” on the keypad (approx. 3 sec.) puts the machine in the ADJUST-mode. Pressing CLEAN initiates a “half-index” of the tables, particularly useful for cleaning the screens. In clean position it is possible to move the tables manually.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 Function “ON/OFF” disables the complete keypad with all his functions. Press “ADJUST” and turn left or right turning knob simultaneously to adjust number of flood- and print-strokes at the print cycle. “ADJUST” and “ON/OFF” lifts station when optional station lifting is installed.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 7.9.3. Submenu: For additional settings a submenu can be called up by first pressing the right turning knob, keep it pressed and then press the left turning knob. Turning the left knob changes the selected parameter. To choose parameter press the left knob, turning the right knob will change the value.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 7.9.4. Squeegee Carriage The squeegee carriage is equipped for two squeegees. Pulling the black ‘quick release’ knob (pic. opposite) will release the respective squeegee. Make sure that these locking knobs engage fully when loading squeegee. The maximum permitted squeegee width must be observed.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 7.10. Additional equipment 7.10.1. Flash Cure Units Flash cure units may be installed into either an empty station or a print station. The flash cure unit must be powered by a separate supply, which should comply...
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 7.10.2. Flocking Devices The high voltage of several thousand volts required for the flocking process represents a great threat for man and machine. That’s why only specially qualified workers familiar with all potential risks are allowed to operate flocking devices.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 8. Danger Zones Danger zones are the areas of the machine which during operation involve a certain risk for people owing to mechanical movement. This comprises all areas of the machine which involve rotary motion, clamping or other movements.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9. Control of the Machine This section explains the control features of the machine from the main touch screen. This section illustrates the most important of the command screens, not all of which may be illustrated due to the very complex software. The command screens not illustrated in particular are those of a self explanatory nature.
9.4. Configuration of the Control The Synchroprint is equipped with the MHM Hybrid-Control system. This allows controlling the machine with the terminal unit when tablet “m-touch pro” is defective. At the print stations keypads with separate displays are located. Every table is equipped with an individual drive unit.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.6. Operating the machine with tablet „m-touch pro“ Operation is carried out by touching the displayed buttons on the tablet. To change between the menu images touch the respective area at the top of the screen. The active menu image can be identified by the grey background color.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 The following control panels are available: Button Functional description Indexes/moves the tables to the next print station on the left. Indexes/moves the tables to the next print station on the right. Moves the tables to the clean/half index position.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 A connected dryer will be detected automatically or can be chosen manually. For dryers the following control panel is displayed. “On” activates a station, appending parameters are displayed. “Off” deactivates a station. A dryer was detected or manually chosen. Appending parameters are displayed.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.6.2. Manually At Manual-mode with button “Start” one index and working cycle will be processed. The following buttons are displayed: Button Functional description Is used for the sequential start of a new print job/run. It activates each selected print station/flash cure unit in sequence when commencing a production run.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 Determines the desired quantity of the production job. The value can be changed with the up and down arrows or by direct number input after touching the field Displays the number of items which have been produced since the last “RESET”.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.6.3. Automatic In Automatic-mode index and working cycles start continuously. The following buttons are displayed: Button Functional description Is used for the sequential start of a new print job/run. It activates each selected print station/flash cure unit in sequence when commencing a production run.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 Button Functional description Moves the tables into the clean/half index position. Starts the automatic production. When a working cycle is finished the next index move starts automatically. An optional foot switch can be used to pause before next index move.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.6.4. BasicSetup Elementary adjustment must be made in “BasicSetup”. The following buttons are displayed: Button Functional description Defines the direction of movement (clockwise or counterclockwise). Parameter for index speed. Input in percentage of maximum index speed. Value can be changed in 5% steps from 50% to 100%.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.6.5. Help “Help” supports you at troubleshooting and controlling the machine. 9.7. Blocked operation In several working positions operation will be blocked automatically. The reason for blocking will be displayed by a symbol or pressed buttons on the tablet. To operate the machine again the blocking reason must be eliminated.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.8. Operating the machine with the terminal In addition to keys with a fixed function six function keys with various functions are available. The specific action of each function key will be displayed depending on actual function mode.
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Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 The following keys and knobs with a fixed function are available: Functional description INLET MODE is used for the sequential start of a new print job/run. It activates each selected print station/flash cure unit in sequence when commencing a production run. After the first complete printing cycle with all enabled print stations/flash cure units, the startup mode will be turned off automatically.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.8.1. Adjust Use “Adjust” for machine setup, cleaning and adjustment. Turning the SELECT knob alternates between different displays. The following displays are possible: Display 1: F1 Moves the tables to the clean/half index position. F2 Indexes/moves the tables to the next print station on the left.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 Display 3: F1 Starts an “Index Measurement” of the tables. This is only necessary at machine installation. Machine will detect distance between all stations for smooth movement. F2 Not available at Synchroprint F3 Optional function 2-Job-mode to print two separate print jobs simultaneously.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.8.3. Automatic In Automatic-mode index and working cycles start continuously. Press START button to start the automatic production. When a working cycle is finished the next index move starts automatically. An optional foot switch can be used to pause before next index move.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 9.9.2. Error messages tablet If an error is recognized by the control unit a message will be displayed on the tablet. Beside an error message you get an error description and an error number. After the error reason is eliminated the message must be cleared.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 Error description Possible reason Fault clearance Safety level cannot be Safety key is not connected Check wiring from the safety key to the adjusted. to the Distribution- PCB. Distribution-PCB (see wiring diagram)! Wrong wiring of safety key Put terminal out of housing and check wiring at panel housing.
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#2005 Inverter Communication Communication to main drive controller interrupted. Check wiring. “Diverse Systemfehler” + #99xx Please contact MHM service department for further READJUST + Fehlercode + information. please call MHM-Service #7000 Functionality not Supported Wrong firmware on master PCB.
Operating Instructions Synchroprint 5000 11. Shutting Down the Synchroprint 11.1. Switching Off the Machine after Normal Operation The following procedure must be observed when switching off the Synchroprint after normal operation: Clean all print stations. Shutdown the machine by using “Control ON/OFF.
MHM recommends covering the touch screen with a self-adhesive clear protective foil, which may be applied to the actual touch screen and taken off and renewed at any time.
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Lubrication Every 2 weeks The machine must be lubricated via the grease nipple located on the centre shaft. MHM recommends “Berner for the first 6 Heavy-Duty Multi-Purpose Grease” or a comparable grease months, then...
Repair measures, maintenance or service work carried out by unauthorised persons. Use of lubricants other than those recommended by MHM. Operation of the machine under technical conditions other than those specified by MHM (e.g. excessive power supply voltage and/or excessive air pressure).
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