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PA22222A01
PAT1M / PAT1.5M
Rev. 05 Mar-2013
AUTOMATIC CABLE TIE INSTALLATION SYSTEM
OPERATION MANUAL
Original Instructions
© Panduit Corp. 2013
This manual contains instructions for the following:
PAT1M and PAT1.5M: Automatic Cable Tie Installation Tools
PDM: Dispenser
PHM: Feeder Hoses
WARNING
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY,
USER MUST READ INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Website: www.panduit.com
Technical Support
Email: techsupport@panduit.com
Tel: 888-506-5400, ext. 83255
EU Website:
www.panduit.com/emea
Panduit Europe • EMEA Service Center
Almelo, Netherlands
EU Email: emeatoolservicecenter
Tel: +31 546 580 452 • Fax: +31 546 580 441
@panduit.com

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  • Page 1 USER MUST READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL Website: www.panduit.com Technical Support Email: techsupport@panduit.com Tel: 888-506-5400, ext. 83255 EU Website: www.panduit.com/emea Panduit Europe • EMEA Service Center Almelo, Netherlands EU Email: emeatoolservicecenter Tel: +31 546 580 452 • Fax: +31 546 580 441 @panduit.com...
  • Page 2 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:...
  • Page 3 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1: INTRODUCTION ........................1 2: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ....................1 2A: PAT1M / PAT1.5M Tools ..................1 2B: PDM Dispenser ....................2 2C: PHM1 / PHM2 / PHM3 / PHM4 Feeder Hoses............ 2 2D: Additional Components ..................3 3: GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS ..............3 3A: Work Area Safety..................
  • Page 5 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 10: TROUBLESHOOTING ......................32 10A: Error Message Troubleshooting ..............32 10B: Functional Message Troubleshooting ............. 34 10C: Cable Tie Installation Troubleshooting ............34 11: "QUICK REFERENCE" MENUS ..................35 11A: Operator Menus ....................35 11B: Setup Menus ....................

  • Page 6: 1: Introduction

    The Panduit Corporation PAT1M/PAT1.5M Cable Tie Installation System consists of four compatible units: the PAT1M or PAT1.5M Installation Tool, the PDM Dispenser, the PHM Feeder Hose, and Panduit Pan-Ty Cable Ties. Order the following reels of continuously molded cable ties (5000 cable ties per reel) for your specific installation tool: PLT1M-XMR cable ties for the PAT1M Tool, and PLT1.5M-XMR cable ties for the PAT1.5M Tool.

  • Page 7: Pdm Dispenser

    ENGLISH 2B: PDM Dispenser The PDM Dispenser controls the PAT1M and PAT1.5M Tool operation. The dispenser has an electronic display that provides a step-by-step menu for feature selections and helps to identify errors to reduce downtime. The display also functions in conjunction with the audible alarm, providing the operator with the specific status of certain malfunctions, such as: Dispenser jam, Tie in hose, Tie in tool, etc.

  • Page 8: Additional Components

    PL283N1 Filter/Regulator A filter/regulator with a 40 micron maximum element rating must be used to supply the PDM Dispenser with clean air and to ensure proper air pressure regulation. The Panduit PL283N1 Filter/Regulator meets the requirements of the PDM Dispenser, and it is recommended for best results.

  • Page 9: Work Area Safety

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 3A: Work Area Safety WARNING DO NOT OPERATE POWER TOOLS IN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES, SUCH AS IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, GASES OR DUST. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

  • Page 10: Operational Safety Practices

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH WARNING ONLY OPERATE THE PAT2S/PAT3S SYSTEM IN A CLEAN, DRY, INDOOR ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT EXPOSE POWER TOOLS TO RAIN OR WET CONDITIONS. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

  • Page 11: Personal Safety

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 3D: Personal Safety WARNING Use personal protective equipment. Safety glasses must be worn at all times by all persons within ten (10) feet of any part of the system. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

  • Page 12: Service

    3F: Service • Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. Contact Panduit Tool Service at the following locations: Panduit Tool Division (USA) Panduit EMEA Service Center (EUR) 1350 Lakeside Drive EMEA Tool Service Center...

  • Page 13: 5: Technical Specifications

    100 / 115 / 230 V (50/60 Hz) Power 300 W Phase Single Phase Line Fuse(s) F 4 A, 250 V (2) - Panduit # CA21138A01 Logic -- 5 V , 50 mA Power to Tool Motor -- 24 V , 1A (mean) This unit includes EMI/RFI filters, however it is possible that infrequent electrical phenomena may cause tool function to be temporarily interrupted.

  • Page 14: Noise Emission

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 5C: Noise Emission The noise emission, measured in accordance with EN620745-1: 2009 Surface sound pressure level [dB(A) re. 20µPa] 73.3 K1 (correction for background noise) K2 (correction for test environment)

  • Page 15: 6: Installation

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 6: INSTALLATION 6A: Dispenser Mounting After unpacking the components, mount the carrier strip scrap bin (See Fig. 5) on the left side of the dispenser by positioning the larger holes in the bin over the cap screws on the dispenser, and sliding the bin down. Attach the tool holder bracket (See Fig.

  • Page 16: Installation Checklist

    Using any other method to turn the unit "on" or "off" may damage the unit. The dispenser rotary receiver (Fig. 6) will rotate slightly to align itself and the message "Panduit -- Tool is ready" will appear on the electronic display (Fig. 6) for two seconds. The dispenser is now ready for loading.
  • Page 17 "Load" button until 14 cable ties have loaded. Any extra cable ties loaded will drop out of the dispenser. 5. Connect either end of the PHM Feeder Hose to the PDM Dispenser connection block (See Fig. 7). Align the connectors and push the hose end onto the dispenser connection block until the latches engage.

  • Page 18: Reloading Procedure

    6F: System Setup And Menus The PDM Dispenser is menu driven from the LCD display. The menu has six (6) different levels that can be advanced or exited, by pressing the designated buttons. The instructions below are for the lead person or setup person only.
  • Page 19 1B, or 2, you must repeat the sequence (Steps 3.a. and 3.b.) to re-enter the higher menu levels (Level 3 thru Level 6). Press the "Counters" button to view the total count to date for the PDM Dispenser and the PAT1M or PAT1.5M Tool. Pressing this button will bring up the following display:...
  • Page 20 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH Remember!! Once you "Escape" out of the Setup menus, you must repeat the sequence (Steps 3.a. and 3.b.) to re-enter the higher menu levels (Level 3 thru Level 6). LEVEL 4 - Chopper Cut Cycle Menu...

  • Page 21: 7: Operation

    Loading Procedure section on Pages 11-13.) 5. Is the Level 1 or 1B Operator Menu displayed on the PDM Dispenser? The Level 1 or 1B Operator Menu must be displayed on the dispenser for the tool to cycle cable ties. Refer to the Cable Tie Installation section (next) for proper menu display.

  • Page 22: Cable Tie Installation

    1. Review and follow all of the Safety Practices on Pages 3-5, being certain to wear adequate eye protection. 2. Verify that the Level 1 or Level 1B Operator Menu is displayed on the PDM Dispenser. The PAT1M and PAT1.5M Tools can only cycle cable ties if one of the two Operator Menus (below), is displayed.

  • Page 23: Tip Collector

    DO NOT place the bundle or item against the back of the jaw area. Misfeeds may result. • Each harness or item to be cable tied should be supported off the harness board at least 2" (51 mm). Panduit Harness Board Accessories provide the ideal harness height for automatic cable tie application.

  • Page 24: Cable Tie Tension

    Greater or lesser tensions will not result, and tool may be damaged. 7F: Error Messages The operator is constantly informed of the PAT1M/PAT1.5M System's status by the PDM Dispenser's electronic display, such as: "Waiting on tie". If the system fails due to operator error or dispenser malfunction, the operator is alerted that an error has occurred by two (2) types of signals: a buzzer signal (audible) and the dispenser display (visual).
  • Page 25 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH CORRECTIVE ACTION: Press the "Buzzer" button to turn the buzzer signal "off". If the reel is empty, press the "Continue" button, and then the "MENU" button, to bring up the "Reset" display. Press the "Reset load" button to bring up the "Load, Unload, Menu"...
  • Page 26 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH PREVENTION: To prevent this problem from recurring, verify that the air pressure is between 65 and 85 PSIG (4,5 and 5,8 bar), with a maximum 10 PSI (0,7 bar) drop.
  • Page 27 Continue POSSIBLE CAUSE: This will occur if the exit (optical) sensor in the PDM Dispenser becomes obstructed due to a cable tie or excess debris (dirt, grime, etc.) on the lens. The cable tie will remain in the dispenser or the end of the PHM Feeder Hose that is attached to the dispenser.
  • Page 28 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH PREVENTION: If this same error is repeated, the dispenser exit sensor lens may be cleaned with a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol. Disconnect the feeder hose from the dispenser and insert the dampened end of the cotton swab into the dispenser transfer tube about 1.5"...
  • Page 29 ERROR 14 - Internal regulator incorrectly set, low Internal regulator incorrectly set, low MENU Buzzer POSSIBLE CAUSE: This error message appears if the PDM Dispenser internal regulator was adjusted incorrectly, or the dispenser piston is not fully shifting. Page: 24 of 39...

  • Page 30: Functional Messages

    MENU Buzzer POSSIBLE CAUSE: This error message appears if the PDM Dispenser internal regulator was adjusted incorrectly. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Press the "Buzzer" button to turn the buzzer signal "off", and resume operation. If the message remains, the system will not operate. Write down the message and notify the maintenance department.
  • Page 31 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH CORRECTIVE ACTION: When this occurs, the message will disappear when the switch (button #1, 2, 3, 4, or the trigger) has been freed or released. If the "Switch #X is stuck or broken” message does not disappear, then the specific switch (button #1, 2, 3, 4, or the trigger) is bad.

  • Page 32: Status Messages

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 7H: Status Messages Status messages are displayed as the dispenser performs self-diagnoses. No action is required on the part of the operator other than notifying the maintenance department of the status message.
  • Page 33 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH The following maintenance of the PAT1M/PAT1.5M System must be completed within the recommended intervals to ensure trouble-free operation and longevity of the system. Certain extended maintenance procedures must be performed by your maintenance department. Please notify your maintenance department when these specific maintenance intervals are reached.

  • Page 34: Cleaning The Dispenser Exit Sensor Lens

    8C: Cleaning The Dispenser Exit Sensor Lens Disconnect the PHM Feeder Hose from the PDM Dispenser. Dampen one end of a cotton swab with isopropyl alcohol and insert the dampened end of the cotton swab into the dispenser transfer tube about 1.5" (38 mm) and gently move the cotton swab in and out, against the top and bottom walls of the transfer tube until clean.

  • Page 35: Tool Holder Bracket Mounting

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 8D: Tool Holder Bracket Mounting Fig. 14 Fig. 13 Fig. 16 Fig. 15 Page: 30 of 39...

  • Page 36: 9: Maintenance Log

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 9: MAINTENANCE LOG DATE UNIT TOTAL COUNT MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE Page: 31 of 39...

  • Page 37: 10: Troubleshooting

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 10: TROUBLESHOOTING 10A: Error Message Troubleshooting MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Out of ties or A. Reel empty; dispenser has run A. 1. Press "Buzzer" button to turn buzzer "off".
  • Page 38 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Tie in hose - press air Cable tie is caught or remains in 1. Press "Buzzer" button to turn buzzer "off". burst feeder hose upon actuation due to 2.

  • Page 39: Functional Message Troubleshooting

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 10B: Functional Message Troubleshooting MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION No exit sensor Cable tie in feeder hose when tool was 1. Resume operation. seen - service actuated or dispenser exit sensor is 2.

  • Page 40: Quick Reference" Menus

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 11: "QUICK REFERENCE" MENUS 11A: Operator Menus OPENING MENU Panduit rX.X Appears for 5 seconds Tool is ready LEVEL 1 - Operator Menu ("Load, Unload, Menu" Display) Loads:14 XXXXXXX BUTTON 1 - Loads one cable tie...
  • Page 41 PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH LEVEL 4A - Current Chopper Cutting Cycle Chopper is - BUTTON 1 - Turns chopper "on" Exit BUTTON 2 - Turns chopper "off" BUTTON 3 - Inactive BUTTON 4 - Returns to LEVEL 4...

  • Page 42: Error Message" Addendum

    PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM OPERATION MANUAL © Panduit Corp. 2013 ENGLISH 12: "ERROR MESSAGE” ADDENDUM PDM DISPENSER PHM HOSE PAT1M TOOL Error Message Corrective Action Remove cable tie and continue Tie in Tool If this happens often, change hose ends If problem persists after changing hose end, contact...

  • Page 43: Cable Tie Condition Factors

    - Turn down tension until correct cut- - Take new reel of ties out of off occurs. original bag. - Place new ties on PDM. - Place used reel in bag with damp paper towel or sponge to recondition. 13: "TIE IN TOOL” ADDENDUM Turning new "Tie in Tool"...
  • Page 44 65 and 85 PSIG (4,5 and 5,8 bar), with a maximum 10 PSI (0,7 bar) drop. NOTE: PDM with software revision earlier than Revision 0.8 (visible on display for 5 seconds during power "ON"), require the following operator corrective action: (same possible cause and prevention apply).

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