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Installation Manual WeftMaster® CUT-iT Dornier Original Manual Version 1.0.x.x / 10.2019...
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Complete or partial reproduction and dissemination of this Manual to third parties – even in form of extracts – as well as the use and / or disclosure of the contents are not allowed without the written approval of Loepfe Brothers Ltd., except for internal purposes.
Read this Manual completely before putting the device into operation and keep available at all times. Clarify anything unclear or uncertainties concerning operation with the supplier! Validity This document is valid for: WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier Design features Various elements in this Manual have design features. Design features ü...
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in minor oder moderate injury. NOTE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in damage to property. 2.1.1 Symbols used Warning signs General warning sign Warning of electrical voltage Warning of hot surfaces WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
The device is only intended to separate and melt selvedges of fusible textiles (synthetic or hybrid fabrics) on weaving machines, especially to separate and melt fabric selvedges or to separate fabrics into strips. Any other use or use beyond the intended purpose is considered improper. Loepfe Brothers Ltd. is not liable for any resulting damage.
In most cases, the main switch of the weaving machine on which the control unit is fitted is used. – The power supply of the WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier must be interrupted when the main switch of the weaving machine on which the control unit is installed is switched off.
Switch off the main switch of the weaving machine on which the control unit is installed before opening, modifying or extending the system. Disconnect the device from the power supply before maintenance or repair work. Close all device covers before starting the system. WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
Disregarding the following measures leads to fire risks due to short-circuit. Risk of injury due to fire risks. Fit heat cutters offset to each other to separate electroconductive yarns (e.g. Lurex). Only fit the heat cutters with the WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier switched off. WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
WARNING Risk of fire due to improper use Risk of fire and therefore also risk of injury when using the WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier on non-fusible yarns such as pure cotton, pure viscose or pure new wool. Only process fusible textiles (synthetic or hybrid fabrics).
Only touch circuit boards on the edges. Do not touch printed circuit board and connecting plug. Lay removed components on an antistatic surface or in an antistatic shielding container. Avoid contact between circuit boards and clothing. WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
The control unit controls the electrical current through the cutting wires of the heat cutter fitted on a weaving machine. The current strength depends on whether the weaving machine is running or idle. WeftMaster CUT-iT control unit Display Function buttons WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier restarts. 3.1.2 Heat cutter / cutting wire 1 to 4 heat cutters can be fitted per WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier control unit at maximum heating output. A higher number of cutters reduces the performance per cutter. 6 different cutter specifications 3 cutting wire types are available in different wire sizes of ø 0.5 mm, 0.7 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.2 mm and 1.5...
Product and Function Scope of Delivery The following components are included in the scope of delivery: 1 control unit WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier Optional Heat cutters depending on suitability: – 1 heat cutter F Ceramic – 1 heat cutter R Ceramic (short) –...
Specify Master/Slave ad- dresses Scroll down Reset program settings of se- Reset all program settings lected program to standard of all programs to values standard values Reset all system settings to standard values Test mode Display contrast setting WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
Press to change value from «0» to «1» . Press to confirm setting. ð Confirmed value blinks 3x. ð Activation of program change confirmed. Press to select desired parameter. ð Display (e.g.): «Parameter: 85» Press to confirm selected parameter. WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
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ð Confirmed value blinks 3x. ð Setting is saved. Press to exit Program Change mode. ð WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier returns to Standby mode. Parameter list All system settings can be seen in a list. * These values are changed in the settings «Tune-Standby» or «Tune-Run» (see Instruction Manual, Setting the current strength 4.3.7)
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Max. running current 15.4 14.0 Largest adjustable value Standard running current 15.4 Standard value specified in program Start-up current 24.2 18.6 Fixed startup current Min. startup time Shortest adjustable time Max. startup time Longest adjustable time WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
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Max. running current 25.8 23.5 Largest adjustable value Standard running current 25.8 Standard value specified in program Start-up current 52.4 40.3 Fixed startup current Min. startup time Shortest adjustable time Max. startup time Longest adjustable time WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
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27.0 27.0 Largest adjustable value Standard running current 10.0 27.0 10.0 Standard value specified in program Start-up current 10.0 80.0 70.7 Fixed startup current Min. startup time Shortest adjustable time Max. startup time Longest adjustable time WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
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Max. running current 40.0 27.0 Largest adjustable value Standard running current 40.0 10.0 Standard value specified in program Startup current 80.0 15.0 Fixed startup current Min. startup time Shortest adjustable time Max. startup time Longest adjustable time WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
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Minimum run time during start interruption Maximum start count within 2 minutes Maximum circuit board tem- 99.9 °C perature Spectrum width 1 = activated 0 = deactivated LCD display contrast Serial output value Relay type WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
This function overwrites all current program settings with the standard values and must be set again! ü The weaving machine is idle. ü WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier is in «Standby mode» Press for 3 seconds. ð Display: «Default: P:X» Standard values of selected program.
Operation Press to overwrite all settings with standard values. ð Display: «Execute» ð All settings are reset to the standard values. ð WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier restarts. 4.3.3 Hardware reset ü Device connected to power supply. Press at the same time for 5 seconds to reset the hardware.
Installation and maintenance must be performed only by qualified authorized personnel. NOTE Damage to property in case of insufficient qualification! Improper handling can result in damage to property. Installation and maintenance must be performed only by qualified specialized personnel. WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
Before connecting the 120 V AC / 240 V AC supply, switch off the main switch of the weaving machine to which the control unit is installed. Main connection terminals 120 V AC / 240 V Connections CUT-iT Dornier WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
Wire cross section at least 0.75 mm and 6 mm stripped The stripped wires must be fully inserted into the connector. Make sure all wires are inserted into the connector. Correct assembly of the stripped wires 120 V AC / 240 V AC power supply WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
ü The device is disconnected from the power circuit. 1. Connect the connection leads of the heat cutters to the connection terminals of the WeftMaster CUT- iT Dornier. 24 V DC Connection correct Connection incorrect. Lay wires together (parallel). Lay wires together (parallel). WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
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Installation Up to maximum 4 heat cutters can be connected per control unit. 1. Switch additional heat cutters in series (mandatory). 24 V DC WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
Installation 5.3.4 Control unit / weaving machine connection 1. Connect run and stop signals to the WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier control unit. 24 V DC Stop signal (max. 50 V-1 A Run signal 10-50 V DC/AC Control unit / weaving machine connection...
ð The heat cutter type is specified. ð WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier restarts. Master/Slave function When several WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier devices are connected together, the Master/Slave function is used and a Master/Slave address set on each unit. The Master unit controls all Slave units.
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Installation Signals from/to weaving machine are only connected to Master Triple adapter (Loepfe Art. No. 16831900) Master and 1 Slave (CAN Bus terminating resistor with 120 Ohm connected via triple adapter to Master) Signals from/to weaving machine are only connected...
ð Startup phase runs. Keep pressed during the startup phase. ð Display: «Select Address, Add: 0» ð Bus address = 0: WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier configured as Master. Press to confirm address (Master). Press to set number of Slaves to 0.
ð Startup phase runs. Keep pressed during the startup phase. ð Display: «Select Address, Add: 0» ð Bus address = 0: WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier configured as Master. Press to confirm address (Master). Press to specify number of Slaves (max. 32).
Press to confirm address (Slave). 4. Start Slave numbering with 1. ð Bus address = 0: WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier is configured as Slave (e.g. Add: 1) Press to confirm address (Slave). Press to specify desired number of Slaves (max. 32).
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Installation To configure further Slaves: 1. Repeat procedure «Specify Slave addresses» (Add: 2, 3, 4 etc.) ð All connected Slaves are configured. WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
LEDs Name Functionality Current mode V408 Power Lights up when all internal power supply systems are in or- V202 System Blinks during normal function of (heart the CPU beat) «Off» «Standby» «Run» «Boost» V201 Standby V200 WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
Service Fuses Fuse Property Type Loepfe Article Number T1AL-250V Littelfuse 0443.001DRLC 81367900 F400 T15AH-250V Littelfuse 0463015.ER 81234900 Spare parts list Description Loepfe Article Number CUT-iT Dornier control unit 47053000 WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
50 V AC / DC SELV Maximum contact current 1 A AC / DC Minimum contact current 10 mA AC / DC Ambient Ambient temperature 0–50 °C Relative air humidity 10–90 % non-condensing Certification Safety EN61010-1 EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) EN61326-1 WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...
Waste electrical and electronic equipment and batteries must not be disposed of with household waste. If you ever need to dispose of this product, please note the following: Recycle product at designated facilities. Check with local authorities or the dealer for waste disposal regulations. WeftMaster CUT-iT Dornier www.loepfe.com...