Warranty Registration Form .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Equipment ................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Installation and Location ............................................................................................................................................................ 4
General Information .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Location of Connections ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
Power Connections .................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Interface Signal Connections ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
NEVER adjust a pipefitting that is under pressure. NEVER adjust a safety valve to achieve a lifting pressure higher than that set at the Maximator factory. A safety valve is provided to prevent over pressurisation of the system and overloading of the compressor.
Cheshire, CW10 9LF United Kingdom By email to: service@maximator.co.uk Customer: Factory address: Agent: Equipment model: Serial number: Equipment received on: Installing company: Installing engineer: Installation date: Commissioning company: Commissioning engineer: Commissioning date: RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 3 of 18...
Even if you are only using the controller with one molding machine, both interface plugs must still be used, and the E-stop connections must both be either connected or linked out. The controller will not run unless E-Stop signals are present in both interfaces. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 4 of 18...
RM350 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING Location of Connections RM350 Without booster DESCRIPTION PORT SIZE Isolator 25 Amp Mains Power Connection 110-220 V ac 50/60 HZ 32 Way IMM Interface Plugs Alarm/Beacon Inlet Gas Manifold G1/4 GCM 1-4 Outlet Gas Manifold G1/4...
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RM350 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING RM350 With booster DESCRIPTION PORT SIZE HP Gas Receiver Pressure Gauge Injection Moulding Machine Interface Socket (2 IMM`s Max) Power Connection 110-220 V ac 50/60 HZ (Model Shown) or 25mm Cable Gland for 3 Phase Systems HP Receiver Vent Valve ¼”...
Phase 3 Terminal Neutral terminal (If Required) Power Earth Terminal MUST Be Fitted All electrical connections must be carried out by a suitably qualified electrician in accordance with local, regional and national legislation. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 7 of 18...
The signal is required from the moulding machine at the start of polymer injection. GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: All connections must be volt free at IMM. Suggested Connections IMM: Micro switch; Polymer injection RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 8 of 18...
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This is an output signal from the gas controller that may be used to indicate when a gas cycle is running. GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: This connection is through the normally open contacts of R3 on the PCB. The contacts are rated up to 2A/250 V ac. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 9 of 18...
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GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: This connection is through the normally open contacts of R5 on the PCB. The contacts are rated up to 2A/250 V ac. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 10 of 18...
Mould Actuator Interface Core In Signals Output signals (24 V dc), to move the hydraulic cores to the in position. GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: All connections must be volt free at IMM. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 11 of 18...
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INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING Core Out Signals Output signals (24 V dc), to move the hydraulic cores to the out position. GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: All connections must be volt free at IMM. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 12 of 18...
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Pressure Bypass This signal is used to actuate the pressure bypass solenoid on the external hydraulic power pack. GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: All connections must be volt free at IMM. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 13 of 18...
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(This MUST volt free) and the e-stop button is pressed on the hydraulic power pack the gas controller will stop immediately and show an E-Stop alarm GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: All connections must be volt free at IMM. Suggested Connections IMM: Temperature switch RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 14 of 18...
This signal is used for safety and the controller will not run a cycle unless this signal is present (normally closed) GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: All connections must be volt free at IMM. Suggested Connections IMM: Safety guard, Purge guard. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 15 of 18...
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GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: This connection is through the normally open contacts of R5 on the PCB. The contacts are rated up to 2A/250 V ac. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 16 of 18...
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When the controller is in automatic and ready to cycle, but not running a gas cycle, this signal will be high; the moulding machine may open the mould. GAS Controller Injection Moulding Machine NOTE: ENABLE MOULD CLOSED RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 17 of 18...
Enter required process parameters. (Refer to operating instructions) Select automatic mode (see operating instructions) Select the appropriate interface Operate the moulding machine and the controller will run accordingly During operation, check all HP fittings for leaks. RM350 GAS CONTROLLERS MAY 16 18 of 18...
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