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METER SERIES AUTOMATED
DISPENSE SYSTEM
CUSTOMER PRODUCT MANUAL
COMPONENT MANUAL P/N: 7439856
ISSUED 6/2018
For parts and technical support, call the Global Business Services Group at
(800) 433-9319, or contact your local Nordson Sealant Equipment Representative.
This document is subject to change without notice.
Please check with customer service for the latest version.
Nordson Sealant Equipment٠Wixom, Michigan٠U.S.A

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  • Page 1 ISSUED 6/2018 For parts and technical support, call the Global Business Services Group at (800) 433-9319, or contact your local Nordson Sealant Equipment Representative. This document is subject to change without notice. Please check with customer service for the latest version.
  • Page 2 Nordson Corporation welcomes requests for information, comments, and Trademarks inquiries about its products. General information about Nordson can be Nordson and the Nordson logo are registered trademarks of Nordson found on the Internet using the following address: Corporation. http://www.nordson.com. Notice All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 3 You have selected a reliable, high-quality dispensing system from Nordson NSE, the world leader in fluid dispensing. Nordson NSE automated dispensing systems are designed specifically for industrial dispensing and will provide you with years of trouble-free, productive service. This manual will help you maximize the usefulness of your automated dispensing system. Please spend a few minutes to become familiar with the controls and features.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Contents Contents .................................. 3 Introduction ................................6 Nordson NSE Product Safety Statement ......................7 Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards ......................8 High Pressure Fluids ............................8 Qualified Personnel .............................. 8 Intended Use ................................ 8 Regulations and Approvals ........................... 9 Personal Safety ..............................
  • Page 5 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Contents (continued) Setup ..................................32 Switching from Run Mode to Teach Mode ......................32 Setting System Parameters ..........................32 XY Move Speed or Z Move Speed ........................ 33 Axis Limit ............................... 33 Jog Acceleration ............................34 Teach Move Z Clearance (How High the Tip Lifts in the Teach Mode) ............
  • Page 6 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Contents (continued) Operation ................................75 Starting the System for Routine Operation ......................75 Running a Program by Scanning a Barcode ...................... 75 Pausing During a Dispense Cycle ........................76 Shutting Down the System ..........................76 Accessories ................................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The robot executes a program to dispense fluid from the meter in a specific pattern onto a workpiece. Programs are created and executed using the Teach Pendant or from the front of the Meter Series Automated Dispense System. Material is dispensed through a Nordson Sealant Equipment engineered meter, mix, dispense system.

  • Page 8: Nordson Nse Product Safety Statement

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Nordson NSE Product Safety Statement WARNING The safety message that follows has a WARNING level hazard. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury. ELECTRIC SHOCK Risk of electric shock. Disconnect power before removing covers and / or disconnect, lock out, and tag switches before servicing electrical equipment.

  • Page 9: Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Nordson NSE Product Safety Statement (continued) Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards Do not use halogenated hydrocarbon solvents in a pressurized system that contains aluminum components. Under pressure, these solvents can react with aluminum and explode, causing injury, death, or property damage.

  • Page 10: Regulations And Approvals

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Nordson NSE Product Safety Statement (continued) Regulations and Approvals Make sure all equipment is rated and approved for the environment in which it is used. Any approvals obtained for Nordson NSE equipment will be voided if instructions for installation, operation, and service are not followed. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Nordson NSE, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

  • Page 11: Preventative Maintenance

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Nordson NSE Product Safety Statement (continued) Preventive Maintenance As part of maintaining continuous trouble-free use of this product, Nordson NSE recommends the following simple preventive maintenance checks: • Periodically inspect tube-to-fitting connections for proper fit. Secure as necessary.

  • Page 12: Equipment-Specific Safety Information

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Nordson NSE Product Safety Statement (continued) Equipment-Specific Safety Information The following safety information is specific to Nordson NSE automated dispensing systems. European Community To meet the requirements of the European Community (CE) safety directives, the robot must be placed in an enclosure.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Meter Series Automated Dispense System Specifications Item/Model Meter Series Automated Dispense System Number of axes Maximum working 16" / 16" / 6" area (X / Y / Z ) (40.6 / 40.6 / 15.2 cm) W orkpiece max.

  • Page 14: Operating Features

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Meter Series Automated Dispense System Operating Features Component Identification Dispense meter Robot Fixture plate *The fixture plate is sold separately. Front Panel...

  • Page 15: Back Panel

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Back Panel Installation Use this section in tandem with the Quick Start Guide and the meter manuals to install all components of the system. Unpack the System Components CAUTION Unpacking the robot requires a minimum of two people.

  • Page 16: Position The Robot And Install And Connect Components

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Position the Robot and Install and Connect Components Refer to the Quick Start Guide and to this section as needed to install the system components and make connections. NOTES: • The components of an automated dispensing system vary. Steps for a complete system with all available components are provided in this manual and in the Quick Start Guide.

  • Page 17: Prepare The Work Surface Or Fixture Plate

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Prepare the Work Surface or Fixture Plate Prepare the robot work surface or fixture plate for secure placement of the workpiece. All Nordson NSE automated dispensing systems include a standard fixture plate (See Appendix C on page 113). Other fixture plate sizes are available.

  • Page 18: Power On The System

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Power On the System After the system is fully installed, including the dispensing system components, switch on the system to verify the installation. Make sure the following installation tasks are complete: • All applicable system components are installed (refer to “Installation” on page 14).

  • Page 19: Concepts

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Concepts Before creating any programs, make sure you understand the concepts explained in this section. About Programs and Commands A program is a set of commands stored as a file. Each command is stored in the file as a numbered address.

  • Page 20: About Tip Height

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System About Programs and Commands (continued) Best Practices for Programming • Insert setup commands prior to creating a program. • Insert dispense commands after setup commands. • Insert the End Program command at the end of all programs.

  • Page 21: Overview Of The Teach Pendant

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Overview of the Teach Pendant This section explains how to use the Teach Pendant and provides an overview of all the Teach Pendant keys and menus. This information is provided for your reference as needed. To set up the system and create dispensing programs, refer to “Setup”...

  • Page 22: Run Mode Vs. Teach Mode

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Run Mode vs. Teach Mode The system has two modes of operation: Run and Teach. In the Run Mode, you can: • View a list of programs and select a program. • Run a program.

  • Page 23: Navigating The Menus

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Navigating the Menus TP Key Function Press F1 to open the Program Menu. In the Teach Mode, press the USB, TYPE, MENU1, MENU2, or SETUP key to open the corresponding menu. The ENTER key opens the Type menu.

  • Page 24: Teach Pendant Key Descriptions

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System White Teach or Run Mode Teach Pendant Key Descriptions Dark Gray Teach Mode only Function Function Name Name Selects the option shown on Enters a 4 the display; use of this key 4 / Circle depends on which menu is SHIFT >...

  • Page 25: Teach Pendant Menu Structure

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Teach Pendant Menu Structure Program Type Menu 1 Menu 2 Setup 01 Teach/Run 01 Dispense Dot 01 Group Edit 01 Coord. Absol. Value 01 XY Move Speed Value 02 Program List 02 Line Start Repeat 02 Coord.

  • Page 26: Teach Pendant Menu Item Descriptions

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Teach Pendant Menu Item Descriptions This section provides a brief description of all the Teach Pendent menu items for quick reference as needed. Program Menu [PROGRAM MENU] 01 Teach/Run 02 Program List 03 Reset Counter...

  • Page 27: Menu 1

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Teach Pendant Menu Item Descriptions (continued) Menu 1 [MENU 1] [MENU 1] 01 Group Edit 08 Utility Menu 02 Ex. Step & Repeat 09 Diagnostic 03 Program Name 04 Axis Limit 05 Initialize Output 06 Jog Acceleration...

  • Page 28: Utility Menu

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Teach Pendant Menu Item Descriptions (continued) Utility Menu [UTILITY] 01 Program 02 Memory 03 Key Beep 04 Online Signals 05 Barcode Scanner 06 System Lockout Menu Item Description Used to clear the current program or copy the current program to another 01 Program program number.

  • Page 29: Diagnostic Menu

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Teach Pendant Menu Item Descriptions (continued) Diagnostic Menu [DIAGNOSTIC] 01 Home Sensor 02 Front Panel 03 Input/Output 04 Teach Pad 05 RS232 06 Motor Menu Item Description 01 Home Sensor Checks the home sensors for each axis as you manually move the robot Z axis or fixture plate.

  • Page 30: Setup Menu

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Teach Pendant Menu Item Descriptions (continued) Setup Menu Menu Item Description 01 XY Move Speed Sets the speed of the of X and Y axis movement: • Maximum XY speed: 800 (mm/s) • Default: 100 (mm/s)
  • Page 31 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Teach Pendant Menu Item Descriptions (continued) Menu Item Description 09 Pre-cycle Initialize Enables or disables a pre-cycle initialization before every dispense cycle: • 1 Enable (default): The tip always returns to the Home Position before beginning a dispense cycle (also know as auto-initialize).

  • Page 32: Type Menu

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Teach Pendant Menu Item Descriptions (continued) Type Menu Refer to “Appendix A, Type Menu Reference” on page 87 for a detailed explanation of the Type menu items. USB Menu [USB] 01 Load Program 02 Save Program...

  • Page 33: Setup

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setup After installation and before creating any programs, perform these setup procedures as applicable for your automated dispensing system. Switching from Run Mode to Teach Mode When the system is switched on, the default mode of operation is the Run Mode. To modify system settings, the system must be in the Teach Mode.

  • Page 34: Xy Move Speed Or Z Move Speed

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting System Parameters (continued) XY Move Speed or Z Move Speed XY Move Speed is how fast the tip travels along the XY axis. Z Move Speed is how fast the tip moves up or down the Z axis.

  • Page 35: Jog Acceleration

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting System Parameters (continued) Jog Acceleration Jog Acceleration is how the robot accelerates when the FAST button is pressed (applies to program creation in the Teach Mode). Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press MENU1.

  • Page 36: Point To Point Arc Jump

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting System Parameters (continued) Point to Point Arc Jump Point to Point Arc Jump is the motion the tip makes as it moves from point to point. The default is up, across, and down. The optional movement is in an arc motion, which can result in faster program cycle times. The distance the tip travels up and down is based on the Z Clearance.

  • Page 37: Pause Status (Tip Pause Location)

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting System Parameters (continued) Pause Status (Tip Pause Location) When you press the START button on the front of the robot, the system stops dispensing and the tip stays at its current location or moves based on the setting for Pause Status.

  • Page 38: 10 Pre-Dispense Wait Time

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting System Parameters (continued) Pre-Dispense Wait Time Pre-dispense Wait Time is a wait time that occurs prior to the start of each dispense command within a program. Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press SETUP.

  • Page 39: Utilizing `Dispense Ready', `Okay To Purge', And `Reload' Commands In A Program

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Utilizing ‘Dispense Ready’, ‘Okay To Purge’, and ‘Reload' Commands In A Program Prior to utilizing `Dispense Ready', `Okay To Purge', and `Reload' commands, a dispense port must be created. Refer to "Default Dispense Port (Dispense Port Output)" on page 37.

  • Page 40: Measurement Unit

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting System Parameters (continued) Measurement Unit The System can display units of measure in millimeters or inches. Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press SETUP. [SETUP] • MOVE UP / DOWN to MEASUREMENT 15 Password Setup UNIT.

  • Page 41: Language

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting System Parameters (continued) Language Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press SETUP. [SETUP] • MOVE UP / DOWN to LANGUAGE. 15 Password Setup 16 Remote Command • Press ENTER. 17 Language > >...

  • Page 42: 03 Key Beep

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting the Tool Offset If your system includes a camera or similar accessory installed on the Z axis, follow this procedure to teach the system the offset values. The offset values represent the distance between the tip and the accessory.

  • Page 43: Setting Up Barcode Scanning

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting Up Barcode Scanning In the Run Mode, programs can be executed using a barcode scanner. To do this, the barcode scanner must be properly configured and barcode scanning must be enabled. Configuring the Barcode Scanner Use a personal computer to configure the barcode scanner before connecting it to the SVC USB port.

  • Page 44: Setting The Dispenser Ports

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Setting Up Barcode Scanning (continued) Enabling or Disabling Barcode Scanning (continued) Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press MENU1. [MENU 1] • MOVE UP / DOWN to UTILITY MENU. 08*Utility Menu 09 Diagnostic • Press ENTER.

  • Page 45: Programming

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Programming This section provides how-to procedures for the most commonly performed programming tasks. If you have difficulty creating a program for your application, contact your Nordson EFD representative. Before using this section: • Complete all applicable installation tasks. Refer to “Installation” on page 14.

  • Page 46: How To Open And Edit A Program

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Open and Edit a Program All programs have a unique number from 01 to 99. By default, the last program number that was open before the system was shut down is the same program number that opens when the system is switched on.

  • Page 47: How To Name A Program

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Name a Program Nordson NSE recommends assigning a unique name to all programs. If a program is not named, the system prompts for a Program Name. Program names are limited to 15 characters. A program name is required for the barcode scanning capability.

  • Page 48: How To Clear Or Copy A Program

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Clear or Copy a Program Program numbers 01 to 99 are either populated (program present) or empty (no program present). A currently open program can be cleared of its contents or the current program contents can be copied to a new program number.

  • Page 49: How To Jump To A Specific Address Or Label

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Jump to a Specific Address or Label Use the Jump function to quickly move to a specific address line or label number within a dispense program.  The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44.

  • Page 50: How To Change A Group Of Addresses (Group Edit)

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Change a Group of Addresses (Group Edit) You can use the selections under Group Edit to make a global change to a batch, or group, of selected addresses in a program. PREREQUISITES ...
  • Page 51 Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Change a Group of Addresses (Group Edit) (continued) Example Illustrations of Mirror Points and Rotate Points Centerline of points Mirror X Mirror Y Centerline of points Example illustration of Mirror Points under Group Edit...

  • Page 52: How To Set Mark Points

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Set Mark Points If the location and / or orientation of a workpiece changes, the system can automatically adjust all the XY values in a program to the new location or orientation. This is done using the Program Offset function. For this function to work properly, follow this procedure to set two Mark Points on the workpiece.

  • Page 53: How To Adjust All Points In A Program (Program Offset)

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Adjust All Points in a Program (Program Offset) Use Program Offset to update all the points in a program when the position (location or orientation) of a workpiece has changed. For this function to work properly, you must set two Mark Points.

  • Page 54: How To Expand A Step & Repeat Command

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Expand a Step & Repeat Command Use this function to expand an existing Step & Repeat command to the show all the addresses contained in the command. The Ex. Step & Repeat command is useful for editing individual dispense commands.

  • Page 55: How To Lock Or Unlock The System

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Lock or Unlock the System Use System Lockout under the Utility menu to prohibit unauthorized access to dispense programs. PREREQUISITES  The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44.
  • Page 56 Meter Series Automated Dispense System To Unlock the System Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press F1. [PROGRAM MENU] • MOVE UP / DOWN to TEACH/RUN. 01*Teach/Run 02 Program List • Press ENTER. 03 Reset Counter > > 04 Program Offset...

  • Page 57: How To Upload / Download Programs Using The Svc Usb Port

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Upload / Download Programs Using the SVC USB Port You can use the SVC USB port on the front of the robot to upload or download programs to or from the robot. PREREQUISITES The system is in the Teach Mode.

  • Page 58: How To Create And Run A Program

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Create and Run a Program The procedure provides the basic steps for creating and running a program. Every program is different. Use these steps and the other applicable sections of this manual to create a program.
  • Page 59 Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Create and Run a Program (continued) Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press SHIFT > END to register the last address as the end of the > program. • Press START on the Teach Pendant to run the program in the Teach Mode.

  • Page 60: Creating Patterns

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Creating Patterns PREREQUISITES Refer to "Utilizing `Dispense Ready’, `Okay To Purge’, and `Reload' Commands In A Program" on page 38. This section provides quick-reference procedures for creating the most commonly used dispensing patterns. Use the procedures in this section in tandem with “Appendix A, Type Menu Reference” on page 87, which provides detailed information on commands.

  • Page 61: How To Make A Line

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Make a Line Line Passing Line Start Line End PREREQUISITES The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44. Key Press...
  • Page 62 Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Make a Line (continued) Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Jog the tip to the XYZ location of for the last dispense point (Line End). • Press SHIFT > 3 to register the location Line End as a Line End point.

  • Page 63: How To Make An Arc

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Make an Arc Arc Point Line Start Line End PREREQUISITES The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44. Key Press...
  • Page 64 Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Make an Arc (continued) Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press SHIFT > 3 to register the location Line End as a Line End point. > ------------------------------ 130.93 • Make XYZ coordinate changes as 37.39...

  • Page 65: How To Make A Circle

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Make an Circle PREREQUISITES The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44. Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press SHIFT > 4 to open the Circle Circle menu.

  • Page 66: How To Fill An Area

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Fill An Area PREREQUISITES The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44. Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press SHIFT > 9 to open the Fill Area Fill Area menu, then select the Fill Type.
  • Page 67 Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Fill an Area (continued) Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press SHIFT > 3 to register the location Line End as a Line End point. > ------------------------------ 130.93 37.39 45.54 [F1] OK [F2] N e x t [F3] C u r r e n t •...

  • Page 68: How To Make An Array Of Dots (Step & Repeat)

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Make an Array of Dots (Step & Repeat) Use Step & Repeat to dispense the same pattern on multiple workpieces in an array. Dispense Dispense Dispense Dispense PREREQUISITES  The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44.
  • Page 69 Meter Series Automated Dispense System How to Make an Array of Dots (Step & Repeat) (continued) Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press F2 to move to the next screen. Step & Repeat 2 D ---------------------------- Direction X (1)/Y (2): X Offset: 1.00 mm...

  • Page 70: Calibrating The Tip Height

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Calibrating the Tip Height Tip height is the distance from the tip to the fixture plate surface. The tip height must be calibrated and then recalibrated as needed to compensate for slight variations in height that occur when changes are made to the system, primarily nozzle or tip change-out.
  • Page 71 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Recalibrate the Tip (Needle Adjust) PREREQUISITES The tip height is calibrated. Refer to “Set a Calibration Point (Initial Setup for Needle Adjust)” on page 69. Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press F1. [PROGRAM MENU] •...

  • Page 72: Systems With A Tip Detector

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Systems with a Tip Detector If your system includes the optional tip detector, follow these procedures to calibrate the tip height and to automatically recalibrate the tip height after a same-to-same dispensing tip change. Set a Calibration Point (Initial Setup for Auto Needle Adjust) The system uses Needle Detect Setup for the Automatic Needle Adjust function to recalibrate the tip height after a same-to-same dispensing tip change.
  • Page 73 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Recalibrate the Tip (Auto Needle Adjust) PREREQUISITES The needle detect position is calibrated. Refer to “Set a Calibration Point (Initial Setup for Auto Needle Adjust)” on page 69. Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Press F1.

  • Page 74: Working With Inputs / Outputs

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Working with Inputs / Outputs If you connected inputs/outputs, refer to these procedures as applicable to use the inputs / outputs. There are several ways to use inputs / outputs: • As a program command (SET I/O) to enable or disable outputs in a program.

  • Page 75: Set How Outputs Behave At The End Of A Program

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Set How Outputs Behave at the End of a Program Use Program Output Status under Setup to specify how outputs function after programs end. PREREQUISITES The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44.

  • Page 76: Operation

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Operation After the system is installed and programmed, the only actions required from the operator are to switch on the system, run the program for the workpiece, and shut down the system at the end of the work period.

  • Page 77: Pausing During A Dispense Cycle

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Operation (continued) Pausing During a Dispense Cycle Press START at any time to pause the system during a dispense cycle; the tip moves to the location specified by Pause Status or stops at the next program point.

  • Page 78: Accessories

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Accessories NOTE: For replacement parts, refer to the robot maintenance instructions available at nordson.com. Pre-Configured Output Cables Part Number Description 7440649 Standard cable to connect the dispenser and the robot Single voltage initiate cable to connect the dispenser and the robot (provides...

  • Page 79: Mounting Brackets

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Accessories (continued) Mounting Bracket Refer to "Appendix D" on page 114) for additional informational regarding the Universal Bracket Mounting Kit. Part # Description 7440650 Universal bracket mounting kit for dispense meters.

  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Troubleshooting Teach Pendant Error Messages When a programming error occurs, the Teach Pendant display shows the address number where the error occurs and the error message. Refer to the following table to troubleshoot Teach Pendant error messages.

  • Page 81: Diagnostic Checks (Diagnostic Menu)

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Error Message Cause Corrective Action Command entered for an address which If it is okay to replace the existing Address Not Empty is not empty command with a new command, press F1 to continue; otherwise, move to the next empty address line.
  • Page 82 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Key Press Step Teach Pendant Display • Select FRONT PANEL to test the front Front Panel panel buttons. Press front panel buttons • Press each front panel button one at a ---------------------------------------------- time. Start Button : 0 >...

  • Page 83: Restoring The System To The Factory Default Settings (Clear Memory)

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Restoring the System to the Factory Default Settings (Clear Memory) Follow this procedure to erase all programs and return all settings to the factory default values. PREREQUISITES  The system is in the Teach Mode. Refer to “How to Switch from Run Mode to Teach Mode” on page 44.

  • Page 84: Technical Data

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Meter Series Automated Dispense System Technical Data Dimensions Dimension Meter Series Automated Dispense S ystem A (width) 62.4 cm (25.3") B( height) 111.8 cm (44.0") C (depth) 71.1 cm (28.0") Mounting Hole Template Use these dimensions to drill mounting holes for the robot feet.

  • Page 85: Wiring Diagrams

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Wiring Diagrams Ext. Control Port NOTES: • Inputs are not polarity-sensitive. • The optional start / stop box accessory facilitates input / output connections to this port. Refer to “Accessories” on page 77 for part numbers.

  • Page 86: I/O Port

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System I/O Port NOTES: • Outputs are rated at 125 mA. • Courtesy +24 VDC output is rated at 3.0 Amp. Description Description Description Input 1 Not connected Output 6 Input 2 Output 7 Input 3...

  • Page 87: Example Input / Output Connections

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Example Input / Output Connections You can use the I/O Port and Ext. Control port on the back of the robot to connect a variety of inputs and outputs. A spare connector is also provided with the system. The following schematics show typical examples of input / output connections to a robot.

  • Page 88: Appendix A, Type Menu Reference

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Appendix A, Type Menu Reference This appendix provides detailed information for each setup and dispense command under the Type menu. Commands are listed in the same numerical order as they are in the Type menu.
  • Page 89 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Line Start Line Start ------------------------------ ------------------------------ 130.93 Line Speed: 10.0 mm/s m m Y: 37.39 Pre-move Delay: 0.00 45.54 Settling D i s t a n c e : 0.00 m m Dispenser off (0)/on (1):...
  • Page 90 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Arc Point ------------------------------ 130.93 m m Y: 37.39 45.54 [F1] OK [F3] C u r r e n t Key Press Function Registers the current XYZ location as an Arc Point. Arc points dispense material along an arc or circular path.
  • Page 91 Meter Series Automated Dispense System 05 Line End (continued) Dispenser turns off here Tip continues moving to the end of the line Shutoff Distance Illustration of the Shutoff Distance parameter Line End Line End ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Backtrack Length: 0.00 Retract Distance: 0.00...
  • Page 92 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Example Illustrations of Backtrack Setup Parameters 0 or blank (Normal) Backtrack Gap 1 (Back) Backtrack Gap Backtrack Length 2 (Square Back) Backtrack Gap Backtrack Length 3 (Forward) Backtrack Gap Backtrack Length 4 (Square Forward) Backtrack Gap...
  • Page 93 Meter Series Automated Dispense System 06 Circle Circle Circle ------------------------------ ------------------------------ 130.93 mm [F1] 3 -Point [ F2] Cen t e r Point 37.39 45.54 ------------------------------ [F1] [F2] N e x t [F3] C u r r e n t...
  • Page 94 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Start Angle (0 degrees) = 3:00 The 0 (degrees) default setting for Start Angle is at 3:00 Circle Circle ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Backtrack Length: 0.00 Retract Distance: 0.00 Backtrack Gap: 0.00 mm Retract Low: 10.0 mm/s Backtrack Speed: 10.0...
  • Page 95 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Key Press Function Registers the current address as the end of the program. End Program returns the dispensing tip to the home position or to the Park Position. This command must occur at the end of a dispense program.
  • Page 96 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Label ------------------------------ Label: [F1] OK Key Press Function Registers a numeric label that can be used as a reference in the Goto (Label), Loop, Step & Repeat, Call Pattern, Call Subroutine, and Call Program commands.
  • Page 97 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Step & Repeat Step & Repeat 2D ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Direction X (1)/Y (2): [F1] Step & Repeat 2D X Offset: 1.00 mm Y Offset: 1.00 mm [F2] S t e p & Repeat 3 D...
  • Page 98 Va ve Se es Au oma ed D spense Sys em Meter Series Automated Dispense System 12 Step & Repeat (continued) Example Illustrations of Step & Repeat Parameters Step & Repeat, X Axis Direction Step & Repeat, Y Axis Direction Difference between the X and Y axis Direction parameter Step &...
  • Page 99 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Step & Repeat Step & Repeat 3D ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Direction X (1)/Y (2): [F1] Step & Repeat 2D X Offset: 1.00 mm [F2] S t e p & Repeat 3 D Y Offset: 1.00 mm Z Offset: 1.00 mm...
  • Page 100 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Z Clearance ------------------------------ Relative (1)/Absolute (2): Value: 5.00 [F1] OK Key Press Function Specifies the height to which the dispensing tip raises after each dispense command. The purpose of Z Clearance is to raise the tip high enough so that it clears all obstacles as it moves from one point to another.
  • Page 101 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Loop ------------------------------ Label: Count: [F1] OK Key Press Function Executes a group of commands for the specified number of times (Count). Parameter Description > Label The address number the program jumps to. The jump-to address must occur before the current address.
  • Page 102 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Call Pattern Call Pattern ------------------------------ ------------------------------ 130.93 Label: m m Y: 37.39 45.54 89.32 d e g [F1] OK [F2] N e x t [F3] C u r r e n t [F1] OK [F2] N e x t...

  • Page 103: Call Subroutine

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System 17 End Pattern Key Press Function Used in tandem with Call Pattern to return the program to the address that occurs just after a Call Pattern command. > 18 Call Subroutine Call S u b rou tin e...
  • Page 104 Meter Series Automated Dispense System 20 Call Program Call P r o g r a m ------------------------------ Program N umber: [F1] OK Key Press Function Executes an existing program number within the current program. If no program exists for the program number being called, an error occurs.
  • Page 105 Meter Series Automated Dispense System 22 Fill Area Fill Area Fill Area ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Fill Type: Width: 1.29 1 R e c t a n g l e 5 C i r c l e Band: 13.17 2 R e c t a n g l e I n...
  • Page 106 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Example Illustrations of Fill Area Parameters Fill Area Type 1. Rectangle This command fills the defined area by passing the tip back and forth (in an S-shaped path) at the specified Width. After entering a Fill Area Rectangle command, enter a Line Start point at the top left corner of the area to be filled and a Line End point at the bottom right corner of that area.
  • Page 107 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Fill Area Type 3. Rectangle Out This command fills a rectangular area by moving the tip along a square, spiral-shaped path from the center of the rectangle to the outside. After entering a Fill Area Rectangle Out command, enter Line Start point at the top left corner of the area to be filled and a Line End point at the bottom right corner of that area.
  • Page 108 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Fill Area Type 5. Circle Out This command fills a defined circular band area by moving the tip along a spiral path from the outside of the circle to the center. After entering a Fill Area Circle Out command, jog the tip to a point on the outside limit of the circle to be filled and enter that location as a Line Start point.
  • Page 109 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Fill Area Type 7. Polygon Out (Inner to Outer) This command fills the defined area by moving the tip along a spiral-shaped path from the inside of the polygon shape to the outer edge. After entering a Polygon Out command, enter a Line Start point at the first corner of the area to be filled, a Line Passing point for each corner after Line Start, and a Line End point for the last corner of the area.
  • Page 110 Meter Series Automated Dispense System 24 Dummy Point Dummy Point Dummy Point ------------------------------ ------------------------------ 130.93 Speed: 10.0 m m /s m m Y: 37.39 45.54 [F1] OK [F2] N e x t [F3] [F1] OK [F2] N e x t...
  • Page 111 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Key Press Function Moves the dispensing tip to the registered location, pauses the system, and keeps the system paused until the START button is pressed. >...

  • Page 112: Appendix B, Rs-232 Communication Protocol

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Appendix B, RS-232 Communication Protocol You can perform some robot operations remotely through a personal computer (PC) or programmable logic controller (PLC). Setting Up the System for Remote Operation Connect a DB9 female straight cable to (1) the RS232 port on the back of the robot and (2) to the PC/PLC.
  • Page 113 Meter Series Automated Dispense System Communication Specifications • Baud rate 115200 • Data bit • Parity None • Stop bits • Flow control None Commands • Commands sent are terminated with a carriage return (0x0D). The robot evaluates each received command and then sends a response.

  • Page 114: Appendix C, Fixture Plate Drawing

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Appendix C, Fixture Plate Drawing...

  • Page 115: Appendix D, Dispense Meter Mounting Kit

    Meter Series Automated Dispense System Appendix D, Dispense Meter Mounting Kit Installation of the dispense meter is facilitated by the use of a universal mounting kit. Please refer to the instructions outlined by attached drawings.
  • Page 116 REVISION HISTORY DESCRIPTION RELEASE DATE DG DG SE-100419 5/17/2018 01 RELEASE 105 UPPER 105LV UPPER 7442982 - NORDSON HIGH- CAPACITY XYZ ROBOT, 7" 801 400MM X 400MM X 150MM 5" 801 401 UPPER 2" 801 UPPER SF 202 AND 391 UPPER ANGSTROM UPPER 105 AND 105LV LOWER SF 202 AND 391 LOWER...
  • Page 117 BRACKET POSITION FOR 2" AND 5" 801 METERS, 401 METERS, SF-202 AND 391 METERS. BRACKET POSITION FOR 105 METERS. NOTE: UPPER PLATE NOT USED FOR 2" 801, SF-202 AND 391. ALL ARE SHOWN AT THEIR LOWEST BRACKET SETTING IN THE FULL-UP Z-AXIS POSITION. Z AXIS TRAVEL: 150MM (3.94 IN) ALL METERS CAN BE ADJUSTED 9.45"...
  • Page 118 8.05 7.55 6.96 4.27 401 METER, 5 IN 801 METER, 2 IN 105 METER 801 METER, 7 IN 2600-062-002 2200-1073-016 2200-1073-013 2600-166-000 ALL ARE SHOWN AT THEIR LOWEST BRACKET SETTING IN THE FULL-UP Z-AXIS POSITION. 7.58 7.21 6.99 Z AXIS TRAVEL: 150MM (3.94 IN) ALL METERS CAN BE ADJUSTED 9.45"...
  • Page 119 SF202/391 801 METER, 2" STROKE 801 METER, 7" STROKE ANGSTROM NORDSON CORPORATION NORDSON SEALANT EQUIPMENT 105LV METER WESTLAKE, OH, U.S.A. 44145 WIXOM, MI, U.S.A. 48393 DESCRIPTION MOUNT,METER,UNIVERSAL XYZ ROBOT 401 METER 105 METER DRAWN BY DATE (CREATED ON) RELEASE NO. david.groat 1700-098-000 - 5/1/2018...
  • Page 120 Safenet Certification Services Ltd. Ducart Suite, Castletroy Park Commercial Campus, Limerick, V94 Y6FD, Ireland Tel: +353 61 50 2046 e-mail: office@safenetcs.ie Website: www.safenetcs.ie EC Examination Certificate This is to certify that Nordson Corporation 28601 Clemens Road, Westlake, OH 44145, USA Has had a range of Multi-Axis Cartesian Systems examined to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, as amended and the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU.
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