Cable Tie Tension; Error Messages - Panduit PDM Operation Manual

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7E: Cable Tie Tension
The tension at which cable ties are installed can be adjusted on the
PAT1M and PAT1.5M Tools. The cable tie tension setting can be viewed
thru a window on the top left side of the tool (See Fig. 10). The right
edge of the bar (inside the window) indicates the current tension setting.
Adjust the tension setting by turning the tension adjustment knob (to the
rear of the tension setting window). If cable ties are too loose on the
bundle, turn the tension adjustment knob counterclockwise to increase
the tension. If cable ties are too tight on the bundle, turn the tension
adjustment knob clockwise to decrease the tension. After desired setting
is reached, check tension by installing a few cable ties. In very high
humidity areas, the maximum tension setting should be reduced.
NOTE: DO NOT force the tension adjustment knob with pliers or other tools.
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). The buzzer signal volume can be adjusted by turning the faceplate of the buzzer. The buzzer is located on
the back of the PDM Dispenser next to the power switch.
For each error message that appears, there will be at least three (3) buttons to choose from (on the error message
display):
"Help" button
"Buzzer" button
"Continue" button
The following error messages may be displayed at some time during operation of the PAT1M/PAT1.5M System. By
following the instructions on the display, the system will provide "Help" information to remedy the problem so that
operation can resume. These messages and instructions will actually teach and assist the operator when a problem
occurs. The nature of the problem, solution to the problem, and prevention of the problem are listed to reduce and
possibly eliminate the error from occurring again. Specific instructions for the error messages and remedies to the
problems are included below.
ERROR 1 - Out of ties or tie in dispenser
Out of ties or tie in dispenser
Help
POSSIBLE CAUSE: This usually occurs if the dispenser has run out of cable ties, or if not enough cable ties are
loaded into the dispenser, or if a cable tie is prevented from leaving the dispenser.
OPERATION MANUAL
Press to receive general instructions to remedy the current problem;
Press to turn the buzzer signal "off";
Press to return to the Level 1 or Level 1B Operator Menus so that operation can
resume. This button should only be pressed when the problem is understood, and
the remedy instructions have been followed. When the operator becomes familiar
with the system, he will be able to remedy the problem without advancing to the
help displays for instructions.
Buzzer Continue
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PAT1M, PAT1.5M, PDM
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Fig. 10