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Ref: UM_ME1000S_EN_R2
Translation of Original Instructions
USER MANUAL
Automatic system for
Automatic system for
customising metal tags
customising metal tags
ME1000S

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ME1000S Automatic system for Automatic system for customising metal tags customising metal tags Ref: UM_ME1000S_EN_R2 Translation of Original Instructions...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2023. All rights reserved. WARNING The complete or partial reproduction of or modifications to this manual are strictly prohibited without written approval from MF Group srl - CIM division...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation precautions and warnings .......................... 5.3.1 Fuse replacement ..............................Electrical connection ..............................Connection to computer (ON-LINE mode) ........................6 USE AND OPERATION Using the machine ............................... Initial settings ................................Loading hopper adjustment ............................Embossing pressure adjustment..........................ME1000S - User Manual 3 - 128...
  • Page 4 ................................9.1.1 Error message and troubleshooting ........................9.1.2 Error code table..............................10 DISASSEMBLING AND DISPOSAL 10.1 WEEE legislation (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) ................10.2 Disassembling / disposal ............................10.3 Disposing of components............................ME1000S - User Manual 4 - 128...

  • Page 5: General Information

    ME1000S 1 GENERAL INFORMATION...

  • Page 6: Purpose And Content Of The Manual

    UTMOST ATTENTION TO ANY TEXT INDICATED BY THIS SYMBOL. WARNING Possibility of causing damage to the machine and/or its components. Be careful. CAUTION Warning or note regarding key functions or useful information regarding the operation in progress. ME1000S - User Manual 6 - 128...

  • Page 7: Illustrations

    In case of doubt, contact MF Group srl - CIM division directly for any additional information that you may require.

  • Page 8: Updates To The Manual

    Technical information (texts, drawings and illustrations) contained in this manual are the property of MF Group srl - CIM division and are of a confidential nature. It is strictly forbidden to distribute, reproduce or translate this document, even partially, without the written consent of MF Group srl - CIM division.

  • Page 9: Symbols Used On The Machine

    Risk of Injury due to operating on the machine without taking adequate precautions and not proceeding as described in the manual. DANGER ELECTRIC CURRENT Risk of electric shock, injury or death, due to the presence of live parts in the areas marked. ME1000S - User Manual 9 - 128...
  • Page 10 Crushing hazard due to dangerous moving parts. Before accessing moving parts, wait a few seconds after the power has been disconnected and only access them once they are stationary. EARTH CONNECTION Connection point for the protective ground conductor. ME1000S - User Manual 10 - 128...

  • Page 11: Manufacturer Identification Data

    - GENERAL INFORMATION Manufacturer identification data For repairs, servicing, spare part requests or technical and commercial information, contact the Manufacturer at: MF Group srl - CIM division Manufacturer Via O. Serra, 2 - Calderara di Reno Address 40012 BOLOGNA - ITALY www.cimitaly.it...

  • Page 12: Warranty

    • damage to the machine due to external factors (falls, impacts, etc.) • tampering with the machine by unauthorized personnel. • installation of non-original spare parts on the machine. ME1000S - User Manual 12 - 128...

  • Page 13: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    - GENERAL INFORMATION CE Declaration of Conformity ME1000S - User Manual 13 - 128...

  • Page 14: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity The manufacturer, MF Group srl - CIM division - Via Serra, 2 - 40012 Calderara di Reno - Bologna – Italy, hereby declares under its own exclusive responsibility that the embossing machine ME1000S complies with the main...

  • Page 15: Definition Of Operator

    Qualified technician capable of managing the PLC inside the PLC programmer electrical control panel. Qualified technician provided by the Manufacturer to carry out Manufacturer's complex operations in particular situations and in any case technician when agreed upon with the user. ME1000S - User Manual 15 - 128...

  • Page 16: Machine Description

    ME1000S 2 MACHINE DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 17: Machine Description

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION Machine description ME1000S is an automatic embossing and stamping machine for metal tags used for the identification of industrial products. After the machine has been switched off, a small buffer battery provides sufficient power to save all the information in the memory and make it available for subsequent use.

  • Page 18: Intended Use

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION Intended use The ME1000S machine referred to in this document, has been designed for the customisation of metal tags by embossing. The machine is designed to be placed on a stable surface in order to remain stationary during use.

  • Page 19: Misuse

    (mechanical, electrical) is disabled and/or not working. • It must NOT be operated without the user having taken all the steps to eliminate the residual risks associated with the units, as mentioned in the individual descriptive sheets. ME1000S - User Manual 19 - 128...

  • Page 20: Technical Data

    Interface: USB 2.0 port (device and host), Ethernet, Wi-Fi Software: Proprietary self-contained Linux-based PowerTag PC application software compatible with Windows 7/8/10 Multiembosser protocol: Optional: Cim, Xon-Xoff, stored format default, stored format selected, and Pound-Pound Data format: 50 fields of 42 characters each (Variable, Fixed data, Counters etc.)

  • Page 21: Overall Dimensions

    Indenting: Simplex1, Simplex 2 etc. - Height 1 - 4 mm / 0.039 - 0.157 inches Debossing: Elite Dog Tag Performance: 231 tags per hour based on 55 characters 2.3.1 Overall dimensions inches 19.685 27.559 24.803 ME1000S - User Manual 21 - 128...

  • Page 22: Tags

    Rectangular tag inches 30 - 115 1.8 - 4.53 21 - 90 0.83 - 3.54 Round tag inches Ø 38.10 Ø 0.5 Dog tag inches 2.05 1.14 Medical alert tag inches 2.24 1.26 ME1000S - User Manual 22 - 128...

  • Page 23: Main Components

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION Main components DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION LCD touch screen control panel Power cable socket Emergency stop button USB socket Operating light USB type B socket Workstation guard Ethernet socket Power-on button Ventilation openings ME1000S - User Manual 23 - 128...
  • Page 24 - MACHINE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Ejector unit Motor Electronic board Gripper unit Brake unit Embossing drum unit Loading hopper X-axis drive unit DC power supply ME1000S - User Manual 24 - 128...

  • Page 25: Principle Of Operation

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION Principle of operation The ME1000S is not fitted with a metal tag collector, so it is only possible to produce one tag at a time. The tags are inserted and collected in the same place. WARNING Always remove the tag from the previous production cycle before starting a new cycle.
  • Page 26 The tag is positioned under the drum which, by rotating, stamps the character on the tag by means of the hammer (4). Unloading When the embossing cycle has finished, the gripper unit (3) moves the tag (1) to the unloading area, where it is ejected. abcd efg ME1000S - User Manual 26 - 128...

  • Page 27: Identification Plate

    It is strictly prohibited to: • remove, move or replace the plate with one from another machine • modify the data on the plate • clean the tag using materials that may make the data illegible. ME1000S - User Manual 27 - 128...

  • Page 28: Stop Button

    The button does not switch the machine off but stops the moving mechanical parts and disconnects power to the motors. Press the button to stop the machine. To resume work, press the Start button (2) on the control panel. Press Start button LAST JOBS ME1000S - User Manual 28 - 128...

  • Page 29: Lcd Control Panel

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION LCD control panel The ME1000S control panel allows you to view: • the operating status of the machine • the functions related to the production of tags • the operating parameters • the machine settings • symbols, logos and characters.

  • Page 30: Safety

    ME1000S 3 SAFETY...

  • Page 31: Operating Precautions And Safety Regulations

    • IT IS PROHIBITED to remove the external and internal guards of the machine or modify them in any way. If it is necessary to do so, contact MF Group srl - CIM division Technical Service. ME1000S - User Manual...

  • Page 32: Machine Operator Skills

    Manufacturer's technical support service). WARNING MF Group srl - CIM division declines all liability for damage or injury to people, things or animals due to user failure to comply with the precautions indicated above and in particular due to the...

  • Page 33: Residual Risks

    WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT MOVING PARTS Keep body parts out of the motion path PARTIES MOBILES Se tenir à lécart de la zone de mouvement ME1000S - User Manual 33 - 128...

  • Page 34: Operating Precautions And Safety Regulations

    Use personal protective equipment (ear protectors) if the overall noise level in the workplace exceeds 80 dB. Prolonged exposure can cause serious hearing damage (noise level higher than 80 dB) or result in partial or permanent hearing loss (noise level higher than 90 dB). ME1000S - User Manual 34 - 128...

  • Page 35: Safety Devices

    Assurez-vous de person. conserver la clé dans un endroit sûr, loin de toute personne ordinaire. ME1000S - User Manual 35 - 128...
  • Page 36 The guard (1) must be closed (B) and the machine reset in order to resume processing. WARNING Any plates in the workstations when the guard is opened will subsequently be rejected when the machine is restarted. ME1000S - User Manual 36 - 128...

  • Page 37: Unpacking

    ME1000S 4 UNPACKING...

  • Page 38: Unpacking

    Remove the lower screws only (2). Remove the lid of the crate (3). x 10 x 10 WARNING Keep the packaging for future use or dispose of it in the appropriate separated waste collection container. ME1000S - User Manual 38 - 128...
  • Page 39 Open the protective wrapping (6), taking great care not to damage the machine. Remove the red bag containing the manual, software kit and the key for the cover. Unscrew the anchor pins (5) from the base of the machine. ME1000S - User Manual 39 - 128...

  • Page 40: Installation

    ME1000S 5 INSTALLATION...

  • Page 41: Checking The Accessories Provided

    SJT, 3x18 AWG 10 a, équipés d’un câble de terre. WARNING AVERTISSEMENT The embosser weighs about 30 kg. handle with La machine pese environ 30 kg. manipuler avec care and caution soin et prudence. ME1000S - User Manual 41 - 128...

  • Page 42: Positioning The Machine

    Do not run the machine in vertical position. Ne faites pas fonctionner la machine en position verticale. WARNING AVERTISSEMENT After installing, the socket-outlet shall be easily Après l’installation, la prise de courant doit être accessible. facilement accessible. ME1000S - User Manual 42 - 128...

  • Page 43: Installation Precautions And Warnings

    Replace the fuse with a new one. Put the fuse holder back in place. WARNING ONLY REPLACE FUSES WITH THOSE OF THE SAME TYPE AND RATING. Europe: IEC 60127 approved America - UL248-1 and UL248-14 approved ME1000S - User Manual 43 - 128...

  • Page 44: Electrical Connection

    WARNING AVERTISSEMENT CAUTION: DOUBLE POLE/NEUTRAL FUSING AVERTISSEMENT: SYSTÈME FUSIBLE NEUTRE À DOUBLE PÔLE ME1000S - User Manual 44 - 128...

  • Page 45: Connection To Computer (On-Line Mode)

    If an extension cable is required, the maximum permitted length is 5 metres, to be used in conformity with the wiring scheme Alternatively, ME1000S can be connected to the local area network (LAN) using an Ethernet cable via the socket (4). WARNING Connect the USB cable when the machine is turned off.

  • Page 46: Use And Operation

    ME1000S 6 USE AND OPERATION...

  • Page 47: Using The Machine

    The screens of the control panel (3) will be described in the following pages. For further information on the use of the PowerTag software, please see the specific manual ® provided. To power up the machine, use the power on button (4) on the back. ME1000S - User Manual 47 - 128...

  • Page 48: Initial Settings

    The quality and quantity of the tags produced depends on the following mechanical units being adjusted correctly: • loading hopper / unloading hopper (3) • embossing unit (4) WARNING The internal parts of the machine should only be accessed with the machine switched off and the power cable disconnected. ME1000S - User Manual 48 - 128...

  • Page 49: Loading Hopper Adjustment

    The metal tag loading hopper is located on the left side of the embosser and can be adjusted to the size of the tags. To adjust the loading hopper, proceed as follows: Loosen (A) the knobs (1) on the left side of the loader. Insert (B) the tag(2). ME1000S - User Manual 49 - 128...
  • Page 50 - USE AND OPERATION Move (C) the supports (3) and (4) close to the tag to be embossed. Tighten (D) the knobs (1). ME1000S - User Manual 50 - 128...

  • Page 51: Embossing Pressure Adjustment

    WARNING Incorrect adjustment can affect the overall embossing result. We recommended that this adjustment be performed by a qualified person or by technical support. ME1000S - User Manual 51 - 128...

  • Page 52: Starting The System

    éteignez immédiatement la machine et contactez le service après-vente. CAUTION If there are problems during start-up, please refer to the diagnostics section. ME1000S - User Manual 52 - 128...

  • Page 53: Checking The Correct Operation Of Safety Devices

    If the test described above is unsuccessful, it means that the safety devices are not working properly. In this case, switch off the machine and contact technical support. Press Start button LAST JOBS ME1000S - User Manual 53 - 128...

  • Page 54: Main Menu

    Allows you to check the operation of the various machine components and carry out diagnostic     [F3] SERVICE tests and firmware updates. This menu can only be accessed by specialized technical personnel. ME1000S - User Manual 54 - 128...

  • Page 55: Keyboard

    Go to the next page (function key [Right Cancel arrow] on the external keyboard) Start processing Pause processing CAUTION The disabled modification button indicates that the modification is not permitted or does not apply to the selected option. ME1000S - User Manual 55 - 128...

  • Page 56: Lcd Edit

    Saves the log file to a USB memory stick [F5] TO USB AUTOMATIC JOB Allows ".csv" files containing the parameters and production data for the [F6] (FTP) tag to be loaded from an FTP area ME1000S - User Manual 56 - 128...

  • Page 57: Tag

    - USE AND OPERATION 6.8.1   Edit Tag and Press Play button LCD EDIT HOME HOME Format name: F-02-PROTOCOL-CIM... Tag type: standard Tag material: Material 1 BACK BACK Tag number: 1 Variable1 JOHN DOE Variable2 NEW YORK Variable3 00120112544 Ref.

  • Page 58: Preview

    TYPES”) and the position and content of each field (variable and protected) set in the active format. Press the icon (1) to exit from the preview and go back to the previous screen. ME1000S - User Manual 58 - 128...

  • Page 59: Formats

    Allows you to define the specifications for the counters. Formats list List of available formats with the relative number of fields for each format. CAUTION Only the first 14 characters of the format name are displayed in the list. ME1000S - User Manual 59 - 128...
  • Page 60 Enter the name (max. 19 alphanumeric characters) of the new format using the virtual keyboard (6) or the external keyboard and confirm. Dialog New format 1 Text <-- Cancel Specify the number of fields (maximum 26) in the new format and confirm. Fields < Cancel ME1000S - User Manual 60 - 128...
  • Page 61 The new format appears in the list (A) and is set as the active format. LCD EDIT HOME HOME 1) F-01-PROTOCOL-MULTI Fi... 2) F-02-PROTOCOL-CIMSTD 3) F-03-PROTOCOL-CIMSTD BACK BACK 4) Open Fields: 26 5) Open2 Fields: 26 6) New format 1 Fields: 12 1234 ME1000S - User Manual 61 - 128...
  • Page 62 Fields: 26 5) Open2 Fields: 26 6) New format 1 Fields: 12 1234 CAUTION If you wish to remove the active format, you have to enable another format to print in standalone mode. ME1000S - User Manual 62 - 128...
  • Page 63 Press the icon (8) or the [F1] key on the external keyboard to edit the selected setting. LCD EDIT Fields HOME HOME Name: F-01-PROTOCOL-MULTI Fields: 1 Number of copies: 0 BACK BACK Increment counters: no < Cancel ME1000S - User Manual 63 - 128...
  • Page 64 Press the icon (9) or the [F1] key on the external keyboard to change the settings of the selected field. LCD EDIT HOME HOME Type: Variable Type: Variable Type: Counter BACK BACK Type: Variable ME1000S - User Manual 64 - 128...
  • Page 65 The value can be indicated in tenths of a millimetre (dmm) or hundredths of an inch according to the unit of measurement set (see “6.9.1 CONFIGURATION”). This value cannot be set lower than 4 mm (approximately 0.16 inches). ME1000S - User Manual 65 - 128...
  • Page 66 "Counters" option (see the following pages). Duplicate Duplicate field, the content of which is a copy of that of another field. ME1000S - User Manual 66 - 128...
  • Page 67 Fill wit Value: 0 Increment: 0 Fill wit Value: 0 Increment: 0 Fill wit BACK BACK Value: 0 Increment: 0 Fill wit CAUTION A maximum of 4 counters are available for various uses. ME1000S - User Manual 67 - 128...
  • Page 68 “15” • with function enabled= “0015” Justify: Aligns the counter-digits in the field. This option is only available when the “Fill with zeros” Justify left option is disabled. left right Cancel ME1000S - User Manual 68 - 128...

  • Page 69: Automatic Job (Usb)

    Enter / edit data as shown in the example. Each row corresponds to one tag and each cell corresponds to one field. Save the file with a .csv extension on a USB memory stick. ME1000S - User Manual 69 - 128...
  • Page 70 Press the button to start producing tags. CAUTION If the format of the file is incorrect, loading fails and an error message appears. LCD EDIT Separator char not found in the CSV file ME1000S - User Manual 70 - 128...

  • Page 71: Save Job Reports To Usb

    This file is designed to provide the operator with a tool that allows them to monitor production and to process statistics LCD EDIT HOME HOME AUTO AUTO Automatic job file saved to USB drive PREVIEW FORMATS AUTOMATIC JOB (USB) BACK BACK AUTO AUTO SAVE JOB AUTOMATIC REPORT TO JOB (FTP) ME1000S - User Manual 71 - 128...

  • Page 72: Automatic Job (Ftp)

    Press the button to start producing tags. CAUTION If the format of the file is incorrect, loading fails and an error message appears. LCD EDIT Separator char not found in the CSV file ME1000S - User Manual 72 - 128...

  • Page 73: Setup

    All the functions in the "SETUP" menu should only be set by qualified personnel or in any case under their supervision. Some parameters, if not properly set, can cause the machine to malfunction and may cause serious damage. Some parameters are set directly by the manufacturer ME1000S - User Manual 73 - 128...
  • Page 74 Path optimised optimization algorithm. line character Cancel optimised Hide protected Shows \ hides the data in the protected fields. Dialog data: Hide protected data Cancel Cancel Cancel ME1000S - User Manual 74 - 128...
  • Page 75 Show format If enabled, the online job format is displayed in the Dialog number: main menu of the touch screen display. Show format number Cancel Cancel Cancel LCD EDIT SETUP SERVICE On line: 4 ME1000S - User Manual 75 - 128...
  • Page 76 Settings: Used to set up the machine's network configuration. CAUTION The IP address and subnet mask parameters will appear when the machine is correctly connected to a LAN otherwise a "Not valid" message will be displayed. ME1000S - User Manual 76 - 128...
  • Page 77 Type: Sets the network type (static or dynamic). Type static static dynamic Cancel IP Address: Sets the the machine's IP address. Dialog IP address 192.168.007.171 Cancel Subnet mask: Sets the machine’s subnet mask. Dialog Subnet mask 255.255.255.000 Cancel ME1000S - User Manual 77 - 128...

  • Page 78: Mechanical Parameters

    X emboss adjustment: Allows you to align the zero of the embossing fields with the left edge of the tag. Y emboss adjustment: Allows you to align the zero of the embossing fields with the lower edge of the tag. ME1000S - User Manual...
  • Page 79 X stand-by adjustment: Sets the starting position of the gripper on the X-axis. Y stand-by adjustment: Sets the starting position of the gripper on the Y-axis. Reversed char: Use a character set rotated by 180°. ME1000S - User Manual 79 - 128...

  • Page 80: Protocols

    Go to the required line using the touch screen (or the arrow keys on the external keyboard). Press the icon (1) or the [F1] key on the external keyboard to set the relative option. SET UP HOME HOME Active protocol: CIM Multi Block char spacing: 4.0 mm Block line spacing: 6.0 mm BACK BACK...

  • Page 81: Embossing Wheel

    Current drum 60 punches EU 60 punches EU 60 punches USA Cancel 90 punches 46 punches New drum Drum list: Displays a complete list of type wheel configurations (see following page). ME1000S - User Manual 81 - 128...
  • Page 82 (if the "punch adjustment" option is active). CAUTION The character setting (type, font and position) in the type wheel layout must be exactly the same as the characters physically installed on the machine. ME1000S - User Manual 82 - 128...

  • Page 83: Tag Types

    85.7 mm heig Ref. Function Description [F1] New Creates a new type support. [F2] Delete Deletes the selected type of support from the list. [F3] Edit configuration Edit the type of support selected. ME1000S - User Manual 83 - 128...

  • Page 84: Top Translations Table

    TTT Enabled: Enables \ disables the Top Translation Table function Dialog for converting input data characters to output TTT Enabled characters that have been set. Cancel Cancel Cancel TTT list: Displays the Top Translation Table (see following page). ME1000S - User Manual 84 - 128...
  • Page 85 002 STX 002 STX 003 ETX 003 ETX BACK BACK 004 EOT 004 EOT < -- 005 ENQ 005 ENQ 006 ACK 006 ACK Cancel 007 BEL 007 BEL 008 BS 008 BS ME1000S - User Manual 85 - 128...

  • Page 86: Save Config Locally

    SET UP HOME HOME Configuration saved CONFIGURATION MECHANICAL PROTOCOLS PARAMETERS BACK BACK EMBOSSING TAG TYPES SAVE CONFIG WHEEL TRANSLATION LOCALLY TABLE CAUTION Each time this function is used, the previous file will be overwritten. ME1000S - User Manual 86 - 128...

  • Page 87: Service

    All the functions in the "SERVICE" menu should only be set by qualified personnel or in any case under their supervision. Some parameters, if not properly set, can cause the machine to malfunction and may cause serious damage. Some parameters are set directly by the manufacturer ME1000S - User Manual 87 - 128...
  • Page 88 All the functions in the "SERVICE" menu should only be set by qualified personnel or in any case under their supervision. Some parameters, if not properly set, can cause the machine to malfunction and may cause serious damage. Some parameters are set directly by the manufacturer ME1000S - User Manual 88 - 128...

  • Page 89: Language

    Press the icon (1) or the [F1] key on the external keyboard. Select the user interface language from those available in the drop-down menu (2). Confirm the selection. SERVICE HOME HOME Language: english Language english Deutsch BACK BACK english Cancel español magyar italiano ME1000S - User Manual 89 - 128...

  • Page 90: Card Test

    Press the icon (3) to start the test. Select Tag Test and Press Play button SERVICE HOME HOME 0) All punch 1) ‘L’ in each angle 2) CIM text BACK BACK 3) one row normal 4) one row OCR 5) info (large plate only) LCD EDIT...

  • Page 91: Operational Mode

    Without tag: Allows the card test cycle to be run without checking for the presence of tags in the loading hopper. Debug enabled: Enables error warnings to be saved to an internal log file. ME1000S - User Manual 91 - 128...

  • Page 92: System Information

    HOME HOME Serial number: MN00218 FW release: 2.03 FW date: 21/04/2022 15:19:02 Licences: Data matrix, XON, CIM Stored Default, CIM Stored Selected, # Pound Pound, CIM Basic This program uses the Qt cross-platform application and UI BACK BACK framework version 4.8.4, which is under the LGPL 2.1 license.

  • Page 93: Counter

    Press the icon (1) or the [F1] key on the external keyboard to set the relative option. SERVICE HOME HOME Partial counter: 299 - Enabled: yes Dialog Total counter: 299 Partial counter BACK BACK Cancel Cancel Cancel ME1000S - User Manual 93 - 128...

  • Page 94: Test

    Press the edit icon (1) to view and\or enter the corresponding information. SERVICE HOME HOME Inputs Steppers Functions BACK BACK Ref. Function Description Inputs Displays the status of the photocells. Steppers Carries out tests on the machine’s stepper motors. Functions Activates test functions. ME1000S - User Manual 94 - 128...
  • Page 95 Axis Z - Home: off Loader - Tag presence: off Loader - Near end: on BACK BACK Unloader - Near full: off Punch - Home: off Unloader - Side eject: on Emergency: off ME1000S - User Manual 95 - 128...
  • Page 96 DISABLE - Motor has no tension and can be freely moved by hand. • ZERO – Motor will move until it reaches its “zero point” which is the “Home position” given by the appropriate flag & sensor. ME1000S - User Manual 96 - 128...
  • Page 97 MOVE (X STEPS) [EDITABLE] Operator can specify how many steps the motor shall move. For example, if you select 50 steps and press “play” button, the stepper will move that number of steps Press the icon (3) if you wish to start the test ME1000S - User Manual 97 - 128...
  • Page 98 Go to the required line using the touch screen (or the arrow keys on the external keyboard) to select the function required. Press the icon (1) to start the function. Press start button - Test macro functions SERVICE HOME HOME Reset BACK BACK ME1000S - User Manual 98 - 128...

  • Page 99: Save Config To Usb

    SERVICE HOME HOME Configuration file saved to USB drive LANGUAGE TAG TEST OPERATIONAL SYSTEM MODE INFORMATION BACK BACK COUNTER TEST SAVE CONFIG UPDATE TO USB SOFTWARE ME1000S - User Manual 99 - 128...

  • Page 100: Update Software

    This function is restricted to specialized technical personnel or personnel authorized by the manufacturer. Careless use could lead to the deletion and\or partial loss of the program, which would put the machine out of service. ME1000S - User Manual 100 - 128...

  • Page 101: Disable Cover

    WARNING This function is restricted to specialized technical personnel or personnel authorized by the manufacturer. Careless use could cause serious injury to the operator and damage to the machine. ME1000S - User Manual 101 - 128...

  • Page 102: Error Codes

    Unloader full Ref. Function Description Indicates the numerical code of the error generated by the machine due to a Numerical code fault. Type of error Describes the type of error associated with the code. ME1000S - User Manual 102 - 128...

  • Page 103: Touch Calib

    The machine will restart automatically at the end of the procedure. TSLIB calibration utility Touch crosshair to calibrate CAUTION The calibration data is stored on the CPU. If the CPU is replaced, it may be necessary to carry out the calibration procedure again. ME1000S - User Manual 103 - 128...

  • Page 104: Save Log To Usb

    Log file saved to USB drive DISABLE COVER ERROR CODES TOUCH CALIB SAVE LOGS TO BACK BACK CAUTION To make this option to work it is necessary to change to “DEBUG ENABLE” in “OPERATIONAL MODE”. ME1000S - User Manual 104 - 128...

  • Page 105: Maintenance

    ME1000S 7 MAINTENANCE...

  • Page 106: Maintenance

    Remove the external grilles of the ventilation fans on the back of the machine and clean them carefully. CAUTION If you wash the filters with water, they should be dried. If they are wet or damp, they can cause short circuits and irreversible damage to the machine. ME1000S - User Manual 106 - 128...

  • Page 107: Carriage Lubrication

    Then move (A) the carriage (2) by hand to distribute the oil evenly and make sure that the carriage runs smoothly. Contact technical support if you notice any friction while doing this. Only use liquid synthetic oil with a viscosity of about 60-68 mm2/sec at 40°. ME1000S - User Manual 107 - 128...

  • Page 108: Gripper Lubrication

    Then move (B) the carriage (2) by hand to distribute the oil evenly and make sure that the carriage runs smoothly. Contact technical support if you notice any friction while doing this Only use liquid synthetic oil with a viscosity of about 60-68 mm2/sec at 40° 7.1.4 Maintenance of internal mechanical parts ME1000S - User Manual 108 - 128...

  • Page 109: Cam Lubrication

    (every year), including the testing of all the mechanisms and their components such as belts, springs, bearings, bushings and characters. Maintenance should also include an inspection of all electrical components and the various machine configuration parameters. 7.1.5 Cam lubrication ME1000S - User Manual 109 - 128...

  • Page 110: Motor Pulley Bearing Lubrication

    Oil the red-painted holes indicated by the arrows and lubricate the cams. 7.1.6 Motor pulley bearing lubrication Lubricate the bearing of the motor pulley (1) with grease. To remove the clutch assembly, follow the procedure described in Section 2 “Maintenance”. ME1000S - User Manual 110 - 128...

  • Page 111: Internet Of Things

    ME1000S 8 INTERNET OF THINGS...

  • Page 112: Accessing The Machine Via Ftp

    In order to modify parameters, you have to log in as a "SuperUser". To obtain the "Superuser" password, you must send a request via email to cimtech@cimitaly.it techsupport-usa@cimusainc.com together with the serial number of the machine involved. ME1000S - User Manual 112 - 128...

  • Page 113: Information

    - INTERNET OF THINGS 8.3.1 Information Screen containing all the information about the hardware and software of the machine. 8.3.2 Network Screen containing the network configuration parameters of the machine. ME1000S - User Manual 113 - 128...

  • Page 114: Date And Time

    Screen containing the date and time settings. 8.3.4 Update software Screen in which it is possible to update the software when a new release is available. 8.3.5 Users Screen containing the list of registered users. ME1000S - User Manual 114 - 128...

  • Page 115: Diagnostics

    ME1000S 9 DIAGNOSTICS...

  • Page 116: Error Message

    Remove plates from unloader. Check clamp sensor or clamp motor movement. Check hopper, loader tag misfeed Tag not caught by the clamp and clamp adjustement. Sensor readings can be affected by direct sun light. ME1000S - User Manual 116 - 128...
  • Page 117 Error during the reset of axis X not detected) motor movement. If the error is still present, contact technical support. Motor x (Zero: First zero not active not detected) Motor x (Zero: Difference in steps is too high) ME1000S - User Manual 117 - 128...
  • Page 118 Error during the reset of axis Y detected) motor movement. If the error is still present, contact technical support. Motor y (Zero: Second zero active not detected) ME1000S - User Manual 118 - 128...
  • Page 119 If the error still occurs, Motor z (Driver command) contact Service Support. Motor z (Driver step mode) Motor z (Driver under-voltage) Motor z (Driver under-voltage ADC) Motor z (Driver over-current) Motor z (Driver thermal) ME1000S - User Manual 119 - 128...
  • Page 120 Clamp motor driver error jammed. Start and re-initialize the machine. If the error still occurs, contact Service Support. Motor clamp (Driver status) Motor clamp (Driver command) Motor clamp (Driver step mode) Motor clamp (Driver under- voltage) ME1000S - User Manual 120 - 128...
  • Page 121 Verify if a plate remains Punch motor driver error jammed. Start and re-initialize the machine. If the error still occurs, Motor punch (Driver busy) contact Service Support. Motor punch (Driver direction) Motor punch (Driver status) ME1000S - User Manual 121 - 128...
  • Page 122 Verify if a plate remains Motor loader (Driver generic) Loader motor driver error jammed. Start and re-initialize the machine. If the error still occurs, contact Service Support. Motor loader (Driver high Z) ME1000S - User Manual 122 - 128...
  • Page 123 Turn off the machine and wait some seconds. Check if any plate left is Motor loader (Zero: Motor busy) Internal error jammed. Start and reset the machine. If error persists contact Technical Assistance. ME1000S - User Manual 123 - 128...
  • Page 124 If the error still occurs, Driver (Under-voltage) contact Service Support. Driver (Under-voltage ADC) Driver (Over-current) Driver (Thermal) Zero: First zero active not detected Zero: Zero not active not detected Zero: Second zero active not detected ME1000S - User Manual 124 - 128...
  • Page 125 Turn off the machine and wait some seconds. Start and reset the Internal error ping Ping command error machine. If error persists contact Technical Assistance. Command not managed Software internal error ME1000S - User Manual 125 - 128...

  • Page 126: Disassembling And Disposal

    ME1000S DISASSEMBLING AND DISPOSAL...

  • Page 127: Weee Legislation (Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment)

    MF Group srl - CIM division is registered, in accordance with the law, in the Italian WEEE Register, number A.E.E. IT08020000003483 and fulfils its obligation to finance the management of WEEE by participating in a collective collection system.
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