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Automatic system for customising metal tags
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ME550 DOG TAG
Automatic system for
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customising metal tags
Ref: UM_ME550.DT_EN_R2
Translation of Original Instructions

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ME550 DOG TAG Automatic system for customising metal tags Ref: UM_ME550.DT_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

    Fuse replacement ..............................Electrical connection ..............................Connection to computer (ON-LINE mode) ........................6 USE AND OPERATION Using the machine ............................... Initial settings ................................Loading hopper adjustment ............................Starting the system ..............................ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 3 - 125...
  • Page 4 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............................ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 4 - 125...

  • Page 5: General Information

    ME550 DOG TAG 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 6 - 125...

  • 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 9 - 125...
  • Page 10 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 10 - 125...

  • 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 12 - 125...

  • Page 13: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    - GENERAL INFORMATION CE Declaration of Conformity OPERATOR MANUAL 2. General information ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 13 - 125...

  • 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 ME550 DOG TAG complies with the...

  • Page 15: Definition Of Operator

    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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 15 - 125...

  • Page 16: Machine Description

    ME550 DOG TAG 2 MACHINE DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 17: Machine Description

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION Machine description ME550 DOG TAG 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 ME550 DOG TAG 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 19 - 125...

  • Page 20: Technical Data

    Environment: For indoor use only Dimensions and weight Height: 270 mm / 10,6 inches Width: 486 mm / 19,1 inches Depth: 590 mm / 23,2 inches Weight: 26 kg / 57,3 lb ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 20 - 125...

  • Page 21: Overall Dimensions

    140 aluminium Medical Alert plates 140 stainless steel plates 60x65 Performance: 5 rows x 9 characters up to 130 plates per hour depending on the work 2.3.1 Overall dimensions inches 10,6 19,5 19,1 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 21 - 125...

  • Page 22: Tags

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION 2.3.2 Tags Dog tag inches Medical alert tag inches ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 22 - 125...

  • Page 23: Main Components

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION Main components DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION LCD touch screen control panel USB socket Workstation guard USB type B socket Power-on button Ethernet socket Power cable socket Ventilation openings ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 23 - 125...
  • Page 24 - MACHINE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Collection tray Punch motor Electronic board Gripper unit Input hopper Embossing drum unit Power supply X-axis drive unit ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 24 - 125...

  • Page 25: Transport

    Transport ME550 DOG TAG is easy to carry (A). The overall weight is 26kg, so extra care should be taken when moving it. We recommend that you take all the necessary precautions when moving it (e.g. locking the clamps using the padlock).

  • Page 26: Principle Of Operation

    The plate (1) is ejected from the loading hopper (2), pushed by a pinion driven by clamps that transfer it to the loading area where it is collected by the gripper unit (3). ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 26 - 125...
  • Page 27 (4). Unloading When the embossing cycle has finished, the gripper unit (3) moves the tag (1) to the unloading area, where it is collected in the tray (5). abcd efg ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 27 - 125...

  • Page 28: Identification Plate

    • 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 28 - 125...

  • Page 29: Lcd Control Panel

    - MACHINE DESCRIPTION LCD control panel The ME550 DOG TAG 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 •...

  • Page 30: Safety

    ME550 DOG TAG 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. ME550 DOG TAG -...

  • 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 33 - 125...

  • 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). ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 34 - 125...

  • Page 35: Safety Devices

    Assurez-vous de person. conserver la clé dans un endroit sûr, loin de toute personne ordinaire. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 35 - 125...
  • Page 36 The guard (1) must be closed (B) and the machine reset in order to resume processing. WARNING Any cards in the workstations when the guard is opened will be rejected when the machine is restarted. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 36 - 125...

  • Page 37: Unpacking

    ME550 DOG TAG 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 38 - 125...
  • Page 39 Unscrew the anchor pins (5) from the base of the machine.Open the front cover (7) using the key provided and remove the red pin (see sect. 5.3) that prevent the gripper from moving. Close the cover again (7). ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 39 - 125...

  • Page 40: Installation

    ME550 DOG TAG 5 INSTALLATION...

  • Page 41: Checking The Accessories Provided

    être laissé avec le open, to avoid ordinary people from accidentally couvercle ouvert, pour éviter que des personnes coming into contact with dangerous moving ordinaires n’entrent accidentellement parts. contact avec des pièces mobiles dangereuses. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 41 - 125...

  • 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 42 - 125...

  • Page 43: Installation Precautions And Warnings

    (2) have been removed (A) from the bottom of the machine and that all the cables have been connected correctly. WARNING Every time the machine has to be moved, lock (B) the gripper using the locking pin (1) provided. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 43 - 125...

  • Page 44: Fuse Replacement

    WARNING AVERTISSEMENT CAUTION: DOUBLE POLE/NEUTRAL FUSING AVERTISSEMENT: SYSTÈME FUSIBLE NEUTRE À DOUBLE PÔLE ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 44 - 125...

  • 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, ME550 DOG TAG can be connected to the local area network (LAN) using an Ethernet cable via the socket (4).

  • Page 46: Use And Operation

    ME550 DOG TAG 6 USE AND OPERATION...

  • Page 47: Using The Machine

    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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 47 - 125...

  • Page 48: Initial Settings

    The quality and quantity of the tags produced depends on the following mechanical units being adjusted correctly: • loading hopper unit (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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 48 - 125...

  • Page 49: Loading Hopper Adjustment

    - USE AND OPERATION Loading hopper adjustment Fill (A) the loading hopper (1) with tags (2). Insert (B) the weight (3). Insert (C) the hopper into its compartment by pushing it downwards into position. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 49 - 125...

  • Page 50: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 50 - 125...

  • Page 51: 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 Press Start button LAST JOBS ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 51 - 125...

  • Page 52: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 52 - 125...

  • Page 53: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 53 - 125...

  • Page 54: 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 54 - 125...

  • Page 55: Tag

    Press icon (3) if you wish to preview the result of the processing (see “6.7.2 PREVIEW”). Press icon (2) to start production. CAUTION The maximum number of characters that can be entered depends on the field defined in the "Formats" option (see “6.7.3 FORMATS”). ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 55 - 125...

  • Page 56: Preview

    (variable and protected) set in the active format. Press the icon (1) to exit from the preview and go back to the previous screen. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 56 - 125...

  • Page 57: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 57 - 125...
  • Page 58 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 58 - 125...
  • Page 59 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 59 - 125...
  • Page 60 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 60 - 125...
  • Page 61 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 61 - 125...
  • Page 62 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 62 - 125...
  • Page 63 The value can be indicated in tenths of a millimetre (dmm) or hundredths of an inch according to the unit of measurement set (see “6.8.1 CONFIGURATION”). This value cannot be set lower than 4 mm (approximately 0.16 inches). ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 63 - 125...
  • Page 64 "Counters" option (see the following pages). Duplicate Duplicate field, the content of which is a copy of that of another field. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 64 - 125...
  • Page 65 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 65 - 125...
  • Page 66 “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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 66 - 125...

  • Page 67: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual...
  • Page 68 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 68 - 125...

  • Page 69: 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) ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 69 - 125...

  • Page 70: Automatic Job (Ftp)

    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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 70 - 125...

  • Page 71: 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 71 - 125...
  • Page 72 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 72 - 125...
  • Page 73 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 73 - 125...
  • Page 74 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 74 - 125...
  • Page 75 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 75 - 125...

  • Page 76: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual...
  • Page 77 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°. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 77 - 125...

  • Page 78: Protocols

    CIM Stored Selected # Pound Pound CIM Basic Block char Specifies the spacing for embossed Block or OCR characters. spacing: Block line spacing: Specifies the line spacing for Block or OCR characters. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 78 - 125...

  • Page 79: 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). ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 79 - 125...
  • Page 80 (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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 80 - 125...

  • Page 81: Tag Types

    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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 81 - 125...

  • Page 82: 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). ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 82 - 125...
  • Page 83 002 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 83 - 125...

  • Page 84: Save Config Locally

    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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 84 - 125...

  • Page 85: 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 85 - 125...
  • Page 86 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 86 - 125...

  • Page 87: Language

    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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 87 - 125...

  • Page 88: Card Test

    D A B F G I J K L O P U V W Z X Y Q . , ‘ a s e o p u c n & 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 BACK BACK ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 88 - 125...

  • Page 89: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 89 - 125...

  • Page 90: 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 91: 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 91 - 125...

  • Page 92: Test

    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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 92 - 125...
  • Page 93 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 93 - 125...
  • Page 94 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 94 - 125...
  • Page 95 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 95 - 125...
  • Page 96 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 96 - 125...

  • Page 97: 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 97 - 125...

  • Page 98: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 98 - 125...

  • Page 99: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 99 - 125...

  • Page 100: Error Codes

    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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 100 - 125...

  • Page 101: Touch Calib

    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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 101 - 125...

  • Page 102: 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”. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 102 - 125...

  • Page 103: Maintenance

    ME550 DOG TAG 7 MAINTENANCE...

  • Page 104: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 104 - 125...

  • Page 105: 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°. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 105 - 125...

  • Page 106: 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° ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 106 - 125...

  • Page 107: Maintenance Of Internal Mechanical Parts

    (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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 107 - 125...

  • Page 108: Internet Of Things

    ME550 DOG TAG 8 INTERNET OF THINGS...

  • Page 109: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 109 - 125...

  • Page 110: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 110 - 125...

  • Page 111: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 111 - 125...

  • Page 112: Diagnostics

    ME550 DOG TAG 9 DIAGNOSTICS...

  • Page 113: 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 113 - 125...
  • Page 114 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) ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 114 - 125...
  • Page 115 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) ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 115 - 125...
  • Page 116 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) ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 116 - 125...
  • Page 117 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) ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 117 - 125...
  • Page 118 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) ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 118 - 125...
  • Page 119 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) ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 119 - 125...
  • Page 120 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. ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 120 - 125...
  • Page 121 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 121 - 125...
  • Page 122 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 ME550 DOG TAG - User Manual 122 - 125...

  • Page 123: Disassembling And Disposal

    ME550 DOG TAG DISASSEMBLING AND DISPOSAL...

  • Page 124: 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.
  • Page 125 MF GROUP S.r.l. - CIM Via O. Serra, 2 40012 Lippo di Calderara di Reno (BO) - Italy T. +39 051 6465 011 F. +39 051 6465 012 cimtech@cimitaly.it www.cimitaly.it CIM USA Inc. - Americas 6555 Powerline Rd. Suite 101 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 - USA T.

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