Summary of Contents for Emhart Teknologies Tucker TMP Series
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Programming Manual Control and Power Unit Emhart Teknologies TUCKER GmbH, Max-Eyth-Straße 1, 35394 Gießen Tel.: 0641/405-0; Fax.: 0641/405-383; Mail: Info@tucker.de Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
Menu Access and Selection When switching the TMP weld unit on the screen display will be activated. The TMP will identify itself by presenting unit and peripherals types as well as the corresponding software versions. Software version 1 Software version 2 T U C K E R ######### T U C K E R...
Sub-Menu “Keyboard Functions“ The sub-menu “Keyboard Functions“ is selected via the key. This menu informs the user about the configuration of the operation control keys. Key Functions - Display key functions - Main menu - Programming - weld parameter monitoring - fault reset - Release Manual Functions - ESCAPE, abort...
Sub-Menu “Weld Parameter Monitor“ Having selected the sub-menu "Weld Parameter Monitor" using or through the direction keys the cursor will move to the first menu line requesting selection of the TMP output (1-5) to be monitored as well as the program no. (1-27) of the weld program to be monitored.
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Preset value set according to weld program. + tol Positive tolerance. "0" selections will not be monitored. - tol Negative tolerance. "0" selections will not be monitored. Actually measured weld parameters of last weld. Vp [V] Arc voltage in pilot current phase. Vw [V] Arc voltage in weld current phase.
Sub-Menu "Programming" Please note that opening of the sub-menu "Programming" is exclusively reserved for authorized and qualified personnel. Note The sub-menu "Programming" is to be selected for programming of the weld parameters as well as the weld outputs and the specific feed times. Direct access will be accomplished via the function key or by positioning the cursor on the second line of the main menu and pressing...
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Output No.: The output number defines the weld tool which will be addressed based on the TMP connector configuration. When indicating the output the following operation modes are to be differentiated: In standard operation (feeder - SKK/PK) the output no. must Standard be entered corresponding to the TMP connector configuration.
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Coating Selection of work surface coating. none Untreated work surface. galvanized Galvanized work surface. Energy adjustment Weld energy adjustment in a range from -50% - +50% (step size: 5%). Programming is to be executed by the keys. The selections of the individual parameters can be either confirmed with or rejected with By pressing the...
1.3.2 Function Menu "Programming Output / Feeder" The function menu "Programming Output / Feeder" will be selected via the keys in the sub-menu "Programming" and confirmed with Programming output/feed time Weld output No . : # Output active..#### Feed time..... #### ms <1..9>...
Sub-Menu "Statistics" The sub-menu "Statistics" will be selected by positioning of the cursor on the third line of the main menu and by presing the key. The sub-menu "Statistics" contains sub menus in which information on faults, welds and maintenance are recorded.
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Display of output 1 - 5. If faults occur during the weld sequence the weld program will be displayed. Information at which component the fault occurred Fault Type (unit / SKK/PK / feeder / stud divider). No. of fault message. Date of fault.
1.4.2 "WOP- Memory" The "WOP-Memory" contains messages and information about welds out of tolerance (Weld Outside Parameter = WOP) The "WOP-Memory" screen can be accessed by positioning of the cursor on the second line of the sub-menu "Statistics" and by pressing WOP-mem Outlet:# Prog:###...
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Preset value set according to weld program. Positive tolerance. "0" selections will not be measured. + tol Negative tolerance. "0" selections will not be measured. - tol Actually measured weld parameters of the last weld performed. Vp [V] Arc voltage in pilot current phase. Vw [V] Arc voltage in weld current phase.
1.4.3 "Weld Output Statistics" By positioning the cursor on the third line of the sub-menu "Statistics" and then pressing the key you can access the memory menu "Weld Output Statistics" screen. Weld outlet statistics auto Number of Number of repeat Number rep.- lim act...
1.4.4 "Weld Program Statistics" By positioning the cursor on the fourth line of the sub-menu "Statistics" and then pressing the key you can access the memory menu "Weld Program Statistics" screen. Weld program statistics Outlet:# number number auto. repeat rep. lim ...
1.4.5 "Maintenance" The "Maintenance" screen contains information about the condition of the connected weld tools due to wear. By positioning the cursor on the fifth line of the sub-menu "Statistics" and then pressing the key you can access the "Maintenance" screen. Maintenance Collet maint.
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Maintenance Information: • The maintenance warning will be transmitted to the customer interface and will appear as " ! " in the corresponding field of the sub-menu " Status TMP ..". • Irrespective of the TMP unit maintenance warnings the prescribed maintenance intervals of the unit components must be maintained.
Sub-Menu "Clear Fault Condition" The sub-menu "Clear Fault Condition" can be selected directly with the function or by positioning the cursor on the fourth line of the main menu "OPERATION" and then pressing In case of no fault condition the following will be displayed on the monitor when the sub-menu "Clear Fault Condition"...
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In case there are simultaneous faults at other TMP outputs apart from the unit faults (flashing of one, of several or of all "operation/error"-LED‘ s) these can be represented as follows after the system fault has been remedied. Fault output # <RESTART>...
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Please note the remedial measures in the corresponding operating manuals for the reseting of faults at unit peripherals. Having reset the fault the menu selected before the fault occurred will be re- displayed automatically. Irrespective of the removal of faults you can exit the sub-menu "Fault Reset" by pressing and return to the main menu.
Sub-Menu "Status Weld Sequence" The sub-menu "Status Weld Sequence" is to be selected for obtaining an over- view on the weld circuit-related signals. Position the cursor on the corresponding menu line of the main menu and press the key. Status weld sequence Weld cycle Feed cycle Angularity switch PK...
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SKK R-position SKK retracted signal is active. No SKK retracted signal I/O Tolerance Parameters are within the operating tolerance range. Parameters are out of operating tolerance range Program 1-127 : Display of program no under which the last weld was number performed.
Sub-menu "Status Customer Interface" The sub-menu "Status Customer Interface" is to be selected for obtaining an overview on interface signals given. Position the cursor on the sixth menu line of the main menu and press the key. Status customer interface Operation mode #### #### #### #### #### Start weld...
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Restart The signal "restart" has been set. The signal "restart" has not been set Set WC The signal “Weld complete“ is set. The signal “Weld complete“ has not been set. Start SKK F-pos. *: The signal for advancing the weld head slide rail is set. The signal "start SKK extend"...
Sub-menu "Status Feeder / Stud Divider" The sub-menu "Status Feeder / Stud divider" is to be selected for obtaining an overview on the feeder and stud divider signals. Position the cursor on the seventh menu line of the main menu and press the key.
Sub-menu "Status TMP .." This sub-menu contains specific messages and information on the peripheral units. Position the cursor on the eighth menu line of the main menu and press the key. Status TMP Date... ##.##.## Time .
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SF-Typ Represents the connected feeder type, i.e. SF 12, SF 50, SF 52, SF 53, SF 54, SF 56. If no feeder is connected,“ - “ is displayed. SKK/PK If a weld head is connected, SKK is displayed, otherwise PK or “...
1.10 Sub-menu "Functions" This sub-menu contains a command mode for the manual control of the TMP as well as the possibility to display the software levels. The sub-menu "Functions" will be opened by positioning the cursor on the last menu line of the main menu and by pressing the key.
1.10.2 Function Menu "Test Mode Cycle Functions" In test mode important control commands can be given directly at the control panel. These control commands supersede external customer control and will be executed immediately. This sub-menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the second menu line of the sub- menu "Functions"...
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Set WC A WC-signal is generated for the selected output Color mark A color mark is generated for the selected output The readings of the selected TMP output will be displayed in menu lines 10 and 11. If the connected SKK is equipped with a lift measuring system (option) the measured lift will be displayed in menu line 11.
1.10.3 Function Menu "Test Mode Outputs Interface" In the function menu "Test Mode Outputs Interface" the customer interface signals may be set and tested. This sub-menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the third menu line of the sub- menu "Functions" and by pressing the key.
1.10.4 Function Menu "Test Mode Weld Process" During test mode all signals at the customer interface will be processed as in standard operation. Control commands will be executed without the weld cur-rent being enabled. This function will be selected by positioning the cursor on the fourth menu line of the sub- menu "Functions"...
1.10.5 Functions Menu “Test Mode Power Supply“ In the Function Menu "Test Mode Power Supply" the function of the SMPS can be tested in a short circuit • Select the requested function menu with the direction keys • Confirm your entry with Test mode power supply Output No.
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Weld current act The measured weld current Number of cycles Number of test cycles executed (act.) • By pressing you will return to the function menu. • By pressing you will return to the main menu. Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
1.11 Function Menu "Warnings" The sub-menu “Warnings“ can be accessed by positioning the cursor on the tenth line of the main menu “OPERATION“ and by pressing the key If there is no warning message available when selecting the sub-menu “Warnings “ the following screen message will be displayed: OPERATION Weld parameter monitor...
1.12 Sub-Menu "Extended Functions" Access to the sub-menu "Extended Functions" is secured by a code and is exclusively reserved for the service personnel. Extended functions System parameters Mechanical parameters Weld parameters Copy programs Clear functions ZCPU system test De / activate programs Stud length detection Set date and time <↓↑>...
1.12.1 Function Menu "System Parameters" This function menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the first menu line of the "Extended Functions" menu and by pressing the key. TMP version1 TMP version 2 System parameters System parameters Address Interface .
1.12.2 Function Menu "Mechanical Parameters" This function menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the second menu line of the "Extended Functions" menu and by pressing the key. Mechanical parameters outlet : # Outlet active ..#### Slide rail .
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Extern after SOW: The customer may execute a start signal for Start feed "stud feeding" after the collet has disengaged from the welded stud. Intern after SOW: The TMP weld unit will execute the "stud feeding" cycle after the collet has disengaged from the welded stud. Extern after WC: The customer may execute a start signal for "stud feeding"...
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Air blow Yes: If the weld tool is optionally equipped with an air nozzle for clearing the work surface, it will be activated Air nozzle for clearing the work surface will not be activated. Pre-gas The time of protect. gas flow before weld begin can be adjusted in a range from 0 ms - 1000 ms.
1.12.3 Function Menu "Weld Program" This function menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the third menu line of the "Extended Functions" menu and by pressing the key. This menu consists of two monitor pages. You can alternately display them by pressing the keys in the corresponding menu line.
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Varc pilot current Input of arc voltage value (pilot current phase) for parameter monitoring (range: 16V - 36V). + tolerance Positive tolerance from 0V-10V (Selection of “0“ will cancel monitoring) - tolerance Negative tolerance from 0V-10V (Selection of “0“ will cancel monitoring) Varc weld current Input of arc voltage value (in main current phase) in a range from 16V - 36V.
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Input of lift value in a range from 0,6mm-3,0mm for parameter monitoring Lift distance (step size: 0,1 mm). Note: Input only necessary when the connected weld tool is equipped with an integrated lift measurement system to detect distance. Positive tolerance from 0-0,6mm (Selection of “0“ will cancel monitoring) + tolerance Negative tolerance from 0-0,6mm (Selection of “0“...
1.12.4 Function Menu "Copy Programs" The function menu "Copy Programs" serves to transfer weld programs. This function menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the fourth menu line of the "Extended Functions" menu and by pressing the key. Copy programs Single program Program area...
1.12.5 Function Menu "Clear Functions" The function menu "Clear Functions" serves to Clear and thus to reset counters and memories of the statistics menu. This function menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the fifth menu line of the "Extended Functions" menu and by pressing the key.
1.12.6 Function Menu "ZCPU System Test" This function menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the sixth menu line of the "Extended Functions" menu and by pressing the key. ZCPU System test RAM-Module: - existent ..... . # RAM-Module Battery: - within operating tolerance.
1.12.7 Function Menu "De/Activate Program" The function menu “De/Activate Program“ displays a clearly arranged overview on the active/inactive weld programs in terms of output. Individual programs may be de/activated. The function menu is selected by positioning the cursor on the seventh line of the “Extended Functions“...
1.12.8 Function Menu "Stud Length Detection" From the function menu“Stud Length Detection“ a reference value for the stud length can be stored in memory if a lift measuring system is available. This value is then considered for checking the supplied stud, if the stud detection function (see “Mechanical Parameters“...
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Value (ref.) The stud length is displayed. Test The stud length will be tested. Difference The difference of the displayed stud length to the measured value will be displayed. • Press to get to the menu line "Feeder number". • Press again, to return to the Sub-Menu "Extended Functions".
1.12.9 Function Menu "Set Date and Time" The date and time can be changed in the function menu “Set Date and Time“. This function menu will be selected by positioning the cursor on the ninth line of the “Extended Functions“ menu and by pressing the key.
Appendix B: DIP-Switch Information. The DIP-switches are located in the unit interior. Please note that only electrotechnically trained personnel may open the unit Warning ZCPU DIP-Switches DIP-Switch 2: System reset, delete RAM-module. DIP-Switch 7: Lock single programming. DIP-Switch 8: Lock extended programming. Customer Interfcace DIP-Switches Due to the differing interface cards along with their software levels the DIP-switch configuration differs and therefore must be looked up based on these factors.
Appendix C: Fault Messages When repairing the TMP 1000 on location operator safety must be assured. Trouble-shooting is only to be performed by qualified personnel Note In the sub-menu "Clear Fault Condition" the user will find help in the form of fault messages indicating clearly the trouble source.
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Fault: Display-Message: system configuration fault fiber optic connection feeder fault fiber optic connection customer interface fault fiber optic connection SMPS fault feeder configuration fault start weld not reset missing stud feed test conditions aren‘ t met feeder not in automatic operation mode ZCPU: RAM module fault or defective feeder: no power to aux.
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Fault 1: "Slide rail remains in R-position" • After a successful weld start the weld head slide rail Description: remains in R-position (internal slide rail control). • compressed-air supply interrupted Cause: • feeder fault (i.e. defective magnetic solenoid valve) • weld head fault (i.e weld head got jammed) •...
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• check compressed-air Remedial Measure: • check tube package • check weld head - slide rail motion • check or replace weld head • check feeder • check feeder fuses F1 - F3 • reset fault • replace collet • inform TUCKER service ! Fault 4: "...
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Fault 7: "program not activated" • The selected weld program is not active and therefore Description: cannot be executed. • weld unit incorrectly programmed Cause: • customer control fault • defective data line • check weld program and activate or select an active weld Remedial Measure: program •...
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Fault 14: "short-circuit weld" • During main current phase (except no lift) shortcircuit was Description: detected. • weld gap too small Cause: • weld parameters too strict • set WC Remedial Measure: • repeat weld • feed studs • check weld program •...
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Fault 17: "measurement line broken" • Measurement line signal not any longer detected. Description: • measurement line broken or incorrectly connected Cause: • reversed measurement line-ground and measurement line • SOW power failure • weld line interrupted • check fuses on front panel. Remedial Measure: •...
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Fault 23: "handgun sequence not followed" • Correct sequence when welding with a gun (PK) was not Description: observed. • angularity by-passed or incorrectly adjusted Cause: • trigger start by-passed • correct sequence "SOW-ANG-START" not observed • observe sequence "SOW-WS-START" Remedial Measure: •...
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Fault 32: "SMPS regulation out of range" • The programmed weld current is not reached. Description: • external circuit resistance too high Cause: • defective SMPS • check external circuit Remedial Measure: • increase energy cross-section in the external circuit •...
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Fault 38: "fiber optic connection feeder fault" • Connection between the ZCPU and the feeder failed. Description: • line interruption Cause: • defective hardware • check fibre optic line to the feeder Remedial Measures: • inform TUCKER service ! Fault 39: "fiber optic connection to customer inter.
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Fault 45: "start weld not reset" • The pending weld start is invalid. Description: • when switching the weld unit on a start signal is pending Cause: • after an emergency stop a start signal is pending • cancel start signal Remedial Measure: •...
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Fault 62: "ZCPU: RAM module fault or defective" • The central CPU does not identify or identifies a defective Description: RAM module. • the RAM module is not correctly connected or defective Cause: • connect RAM module correctly (if necessary replace) Remedial Measure: •...
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Fault 103: "feeder: air pressure too low" • The stud feeder indicates insufficient input air pressure. Description: • no or too little air pressure at feeder Cause: • defective PE-transformer in the feeder • check compressed air supply Remedial Measure: •...
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Fault 109: "feeder: feed cycle timeout" • the weld tool indicates an incorrectly performed feed cycle. Description: • the feeder does not terminate a feed cycle in the maximum Cause: monitoring time • check feeder Remedial Measure: • inform TUCKER service ! Fault 120: "wrong corresponding stud"...
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Fault 134: "SD5: front position not reached" • The stud divider indicates a defective detaching slide Description: function. • insufficient compressed air supply Cause: • stud divider got jammed • check compressed air supply Remedial Measure: • remove blockage • inform TUCKER service ! Fault 135: "SD5: R1-position not reached"...
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Fault 142: "stud divider position not reached" • The stud divider did not reach the required position Description: within the monitoring time. • insufficient compressed air supply Cause: • stud divider got jammed • check compressed air supply Remedial Measure: •...
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Fault 159: "feeder: - LM stud length faulty " • The stud length, measured at the sustainer is too small Description: • wrong stud fed (into the weld head Cause: • feed stud with the correct length or with the exact Remedial Measure: measured length Fault 160:...
Appendix D: Error Memory Messages The messages listed in the table below are registered in the error memory for documentation reasons. They will, however, not cause an error. Code: Display Message: RAM-Module deleted Maintenance deleted Statistics deleted Error memory deleted WOP memory deleted Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
Appendix E: Messages regarding pilot arc voltage Various pilot arc voltages are used to display particular conditions: Code: Message: Weld discontinued due to overshooting the safety circuit threshold voltage. Reserved. Short circuit test flagged. (is not needed in normal welding mode) No gun lift detected.
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