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Assembly Instructions E-SMS-C-4G EXTERNAL SMS CONTROL FOR REMOTE MONITORING AND OPERATION OF LUBRICATION SYSTEMS Date: 20/9/2022 Document no.: E-SMS-C-4G Version: 1D Read this manual before installing or commissioning the product and keep it at hand for later reference!
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Product Specialist SKF Lubrication Management Electronic Manufacturer: Oy SKF Ab Finland Teollisuustie 6 40951 Muurame FINLAND UK Declaration of Conformity pursuant to the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 No. 1206 The manufacturer hereby declares under its sole responsibility conformity of the product described below with all relevant harmonization legislation of the United Kingdom at the time of placing on the market.
The instructions contain no statements regarding the warranty or liability for defects. That information can be found in our General Terms of Payment and Delivery. Training We conduct detailed training in order to enable maximum safety and efficiency. We recommend taking advantage of this training. For further information, contact your authorized SKF dealer or the manufacturer.
Safety alerts, visual presentation, and layout While reading these instructions, you will encounter various symbols, illustrations, and text layouts intended to help you navigate and understand the instructions. Their meaning is explained below. Safety alerts: Activities that present specific hazards (to life and limb or possible damage to property) are indicated by safety alerts. Always be sure to follow the instructions given in the safety alerts.
• Unauthorized modifications and changes can have an unpredictable effect on safety and operation. Unauthorized modifications and changes are therefore prohibited. Only original SKF spare parts and SKF accessories may be used. • Any unclear points regarding proper condition or correct assembly/operation must be clarified. Operation is prohibited until issues have been clarified.
Persons authorized to use the product Operator A person who is qualified by training, knowledge and experience to carry out the functions and activities related to normal operation. This includes avoiding possible hazards that may arise during operation. Specialist in mechanics Person with appropriate professional education, knowledge and experience to detect and avoid the hazards that may arise during transport, installation, start-up, operation, maintenance, repair and disassembly.
Notes on the type plate The type plate provides important data such as the type designation, order number, and sometimes regulatory characteristics. To avoid loss of this data in case the type plate becomes illegible, it should be entered in the manual. Fig.
Assembly, maintenance, fault, repair Prior to the start of this work, all relevant persons must be notified of it. At a minimum, the following safety measures must be taken before any work is done: • Unauthorized persons must be kept away •...
Residual risks Table 1 Residual risk Possible in life cycle Prevention/ remedy Electrical shock caused by a faulty B C D E Check the supply cable before connecting power or incorrectly connected power supply to the device. cable Connect all wires correctly. Torn/broken wires, when B C D E Use flexible cable lines with cable clamps, when...
Remote alarm messages are extremely useful with difficult to access locations, either due safety or great distance. Lubrication system inspections are easy to carry out with remote creating time saving for maintenance personnel. SKF’s E-SMS-C-4G can be used with single line, dual-line, progressive and spray systems while using compatible IF or ST control centers firmware versions.
4. Delivery, returns, storage Delivery After receipt of the shipment, it must be inspected for any shipping damage and for completeness according to the shipping documents. Immediately inform the transport carrier of any shipping damage. The packaging material must be preserved until any discrepancies are resolved.
Power must be turned off before work involving handling of conductive parts or opening any part of the system or product. 6.1.1 E-SMS-C-4G connection point dimensions Figure 3 Fixing points of the E-SMS-C-4G modem (362795).
7. Operation E-SMS-C-4G Lubrication system options E-SMS-C-4G can be used with single line, dual-line, progressive and spray systems while using compatible IF or ST control centers. Table 2. Compatible IF and ST control centers & firmware versions. Control center Firmware version Multilube IF-103 1.47...
IF-103 can be used to configure the Multilube pump by connecting the interface to the ST-103 control board but it can not be used simultaneously with the E-SMS-C-4G modem because one of these interfaces is connected to the port at once.
The values have to be marked with brackets ( ). All information in brackets can be changed. 7.2.3 Requesting operation mode and performing functions Operation mode is requested by sending an SMS-message to the GSM-modem of the pumping unit: The GSM-modem of the pumping unit replies with SMS-message, e.g. in pressure alarm mode: In DuoFlex systems In ProFlex systems Multilube...
The alarm is acknowledged by sending the received SMS-message back to the modem of the pumping unit. Maxilube IF-105 and E-SMS-C-4G E-SMS-C-4G modem is secondary remote user interface besides the IF-105 panel with the Maxilube pumping unit. Simultaneous connection of the E-SMS-C-4G and IF-105 panel is possible with Maxilube pumping unit. Modem enables remote controlling possibility by SMS-messages.
1 or 2 is the number of the requested channel The GSM-modem of the pumping center replies with SMS-message: SKF Maxilube Channel (1) SG2 (1) is the channel number and SG2 is the lubrication system type of the channel in question (Channel name) Lub.
7.3.3 Requesting operation mode and performing functions Operation mode is requested by sending an SMS-message to the GSM-modem of the pumping center: T1? or T2? 1 or 2 is the number of the requested channel The GSM-modem of the pumping center replies with an SMS-message, e.g. when channel 1 is in pressure alarm mode: Maxilube Channel (1) SG2 (Channel name)
Set the number at start-up with commands T1? or A1? before using the K0-commands. 8. E-SMS-C-4G / Modem - User interface Command user interface of SMS message can vary. Figure 2. Examples of request status and values & set values from Maxilube & ST-1240-IF pumping channels. Maxilube &...
First check your pumping center or control center firmware is compatible with E-SMS-C-4G modem. Compatible Table 2. Compatible IF and ST control centers & firmware versions. E-SMS-C-4G modem have two LEDs (see Figure 3.) which informs to the user the operating status of the modem. Figure 4. E-SMS-C-4G modem status LEDs.
Observe any local laws and regulations concerning disposal and recycling. You can also return the product to Oy SKF Ab for disposal. Oy SKF Ab reserves the right to recover any costs arising from the disposal.
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