Aimco AM-45 User manual

AM-45 / AM-65
Digital Management System
for Screw Fastening
PO Box 16460, Portland OR 97292-0460
1-800-852-1368 •[phone]
www.aimco-global.com
Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents
Thank you for choosing our light and powerful electric screwdrivers and AM
Series Digital Management System from screw fastening. To ensure the tool
fully utilizes its maximum performance and extend its life, please read this
manual before use.
General Safety Warnings .........................................................................2
Read Before Use ......................................................................................4
Warranty Information ................................................................................5
Product Information...................................................................................7
Parts and Functions..................................................................................9
Operation ...............................................................................................15
Quick Reference .....................................................................................22
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................24
Assembly Drawing/Parts List ............................................................25-26
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Work Area Safety
•Keep work area clean and well
lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite
accidents.
•Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable
liquids, gasses, or dust. Power
tools create sparks, which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
•Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical Safety
•Power tool plugs must match
the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Unmodified
plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
•Avoid body contact with earthed
or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed or
grounded.
•Do not expose power tools to
rain or wet conditions. Water

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entering a power tool or its
adaptor will increase the risk of
electric shock.
•Do not abuse the cord. Never
use the cord for carrying,
pulling, or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges, or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
•When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. This
reduces the risk of electric
shock.
•If operating a power tool in a
damp location is unavoidable,
use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply for its
adaptor. Use of an RCD
reduces the risk of electric
shock.
Personal Safety
•Stay alert, watch what you are
doing, and use common sense
when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of
inattention while operating
power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
•Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the switch is in the off
position before connecting to a
power source or battery pack,
picking up, or carrying the tool.
•Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch, or
energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites
accidents.
•Remove any adjusting key or
wrench before turning the
power tool on. A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating
part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected
situations.
•Dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.

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READ BEFORE USE
Set-Up
•Use the AM Controller in an
indoor, dry place that has no
dust or iron grindings.
•Position the AM Controller on a
stable surface to avoid falling
caused by vibration.
•Keep the AM Controller away
from high-voltage sources and
noise-generating sources to
avoid electromagnetic
interference.
•Do not place objects on the top
of the AM controller. Keep
surroundings clear to allow heat
dissipation.
Caution During Operation
• Use the power supply only on an
AC circuit with an overload relay.
•The plug of the power cord is
attached with a ground pin.
Ensure the ground pin is
connected to a socket equipped
with a ground circuit to avoid
electric shock.
•Ensure the power cord is tightly
plugged into the socket.
•Hold plug firmly when plugging
in or unplugging cord that
connects the AM Controller to
the screwdriver. Do not pull on
the cable; doing so could cause
a short circuit.
•Ensure that the connecting
cable to the screwdriver and the
AM Controller is aligned
properly with the guide slot
before inserting (this may
require force). Twist to fix the
connection. This will reduce the
occurrence of cord breakage
due to drag.
• Do not suddenly switch between
forward and reverse when the
electric screwdriver is in operation.
•We recommend that you use
80% or less of the rated
maximum torque to avoid
inaccurate clutch escape.
Maximum torque may vary with
the flexibility of the fastened
object. If your application
requires more than 80% of the
rated maximum torque, using a
screwdriver with higher torque
is recommended.
Safety Notice
•Stop using the product if there
is any unusual noise or smell.
Turn off the power immediately
and contact your AIMCO
service center.
•Keep the two-stage switch in
the OFF position when the
controller is not in use. If the
controller will not be used for an
extended period of time,
disconnect the plug from the
power-source socket.
•The AM Controller is designed
only for use with Electra Series
electric screwdriver. Do not use
it with other tools.
CAUTION
Output terminal 5P-5P Needle No. 1
is “-” potential, and No. 4 is “+”
potential.

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NEW TOOL AND ACCESSORY WARRANTY
Any new tool or accessory branded with the AIMCO, Uryu, AcraDyne or
Eagle Industries name, and purchased from AIMCO, or through one of its
authorized distributors or agents, is warranted to the original buyer against
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year* from date
of delivery. Under the terms of this warranty, AIMCO will repair or replace
any product or accessory warranted hereunder and returned freight prepaid
proving to AIMCO’s satisfaction to be defective as a result of workmanship
or materials. In order to qualify for this warranty, written notice to AIMCO
must be given immediately upon discovery of such defect, at which time
AIMCO will issue an authorization to return the tool. The defective item must
be promptly returned to an authorized AIMCO service center with all freight
charges prepaid.
REPAIRED TOOL WARRANTY
Once a tool is beyond the new product warranty period as detailed above,
AIMCO repairs are subject to the following warranty periods: pneumatic
tools: 90 days*; electric tools and Acra-Feed: 90 days; battery tools: 30
days*; DC Electric tools: 90 days*
EXCLUSION FROM WARRANTY
This warranty is valid only on products purchased from AIMCO, or through
its authorized distributors or agents. AIMCO shall have no obligation
pursuant to the AIMCO Warranty with respect to any tools or accessories
which in AIMCO’s sole judgment have been altered, damaged, misused,
abused, badly worn, lost or improperly maintained. This Warranty is null and
void if the customer, or any other person other than an authorized
representative of AIMCO, has made any attempt to service or modify the
tool or accessory prior to its return to AIMCO under this Warranty.
The warranty provision with respect to each such product may be amended
by AIMCO from time to time in its sole discretion. The liability of AIMCO
hereunder shall be limited to replacing or repairing, at its option, any
products which are returned freight prepaid to AIMCO and which AIMCO
determines to be defective as described above or, at AIMCO’s option,
refunding the purchase price of such products.
AIMCO reserves the right to make periodic changes in construction or tool
design at any time. AIMCO specifically reserves the right to make these
changes without incurring any obligation or incorporating such changes or
updates in tools or parts previously distributed.

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THE AIMCO WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND AIMCO EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY SETS FORTH THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY AIMCO WITH
RESPECT TO THE GOODS DELIVERED HEREUNDER, AND MAY BE
MODIFIED OR AMENDED ONLY BY A WRITTEN INSTRUMENT SIGNED
BY A DULY AUTHORIZED OFFICER OF AIMCO.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
AIMCO’S LIABILITY PURSUANT TO WARRANTY OF THE PRODUCTS
COVERED HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO REFUND OF THE PURCHASE
PRICE. IN NO EVENT SHALL AIMCO BE LIABLE FOR COSTS OF
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS BY THE BUYER. IN NO
EVENT SHALL AIMCO BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR OTHER DAMAGES (INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFIT) WHETHER OR NOT AIMCO
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSS, HOWEVER
CAUSED, WHETHER FOR BREACH OR REPUDIATION OF CONTRACT,
BREACH OF WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE. THIS
EXCLUSION ALSO INCLUDES ANY LIABILITY WHICH MAY ARISE OUT
OF THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST BUYER. THE ESSENTIAL
PURPOSE OF THIS PROVISION IS TO LIMIT THE POTENTIAL LIABILITY
OF AIMCO ARISING OUT OF THIS AGREEMENT AND/OR SALE.
Note: The AIMCO Warranty confers specific legal rights, however some
states or jurisdictions may not allow certain exclusions or limitations within
this warranty.
* All warranty periods addressed herein are determined using a standard
shift, eight-hour work day.

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PRODUCT INFORMATION
AM Series Controller Features
•Prevents incomplete fastening, stripping, and idling
•Prevents the possibility of missing screws during the fastening operation
•LCD monitor shows clear counting information
•Green color on the monitor indicates OK fastening and Red color
indicates NG fastening
•AM Controllers can connect to peripheral equipment with standard
input/output signals

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Specifications
Model
AM-45
AM-65
Counting range of accumulative
fastening for work pieces
1 –60,000
Range of Set Number of
Fastening for a single work
piece
1 –99
Setting Range of Number of
Sample Fastening Time
1 –99
Range of Number of
Memory/Calling-out of setting
10 / 10 set
Range of Sampling Fastening
Time
0.01 –9.99 seconds
Setting Range of Fastening Time
Error
± 1 –99 %
Judgment
OK sound and green LED light on
NG sound and red LED light on
Signal Output Mode
Dry contact (no voltage contact signal)
Input Voltage (VAC)
100 –240V, 50/60Hz
VDC Output Voltage (VDC)
25 –35V
20 –30V
Output Voltage Setting
Stepless control
Output Pin
5P
Internal signal output
Switch signal, shut-off signal, work piece
complete signal, OK fastening signal,
NG fastening signal
External signal input
Switch signal
No. of screwdrivers per
controller
1 pc
Power (W)
70W
75W
Applicable Model
AE-2020/ESD
AE-4020/ESD
AE-4520/ESD
AE-7010/PS
AE-8010/PS
Dimension
176 x 84 x 61 mm (6.9 x 3.3 x 2.4 in)
Weight
450 g (1.0 lb)
AC cable length (m)
1.8 M (6 ft)
Safety Approval
CB, CE, UL (CUL),
CCC, ROHS, REACH
Accessories
Small screwdriver, 2P/4P terminal block,
AC cable

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PARTS AND FUNCTIONS
Speed Setting
Change the speed setting by turning the speed-setting screw on the side of
the power supply with the small screwdriver (standard accessory).
•Turn clockwise 010 to increase the speed.
•Turn counter-clockwise 100 to lower the speed.
AM Controller Panel Keys
Switch to Setting Page
Return to Operation Page
LCD On/Off
Selection
Selection/Enter
Screen Lock

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Power Setting and AC Input Socket (C13 Specification)
The input voltage of the power supply is ranged between 100–240VAC,
50/60 Hz. Use the correct voltage to avoid any damage to the power supply.
Connect one side of the cable to the AC power socket and the other
side to the electric socket (C13 specification) of the AM Controller.
Change the two-stage switch on the top of the AM Controller by hand.
–On mode: the power supply will be switched on.
–Off mode: the power supply will be switched off.
Two-Stage
Switch
Top of the AM Controller
AC input socket
(C13
specification)
Indicator Light
Light Color
Description
Green Light
After switch on, the light flashes orange three times, then
turns to green
No Light
No DC voltage output
Flashing
Green
Short circuit protection
Over power protection
Red Light
Brakes
Flashing Red
Heating protection (temperature set at 167°–185° F (75°–
85° C)

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OUTPUT-A: Signal Output Terminal Block
•A3 & A4: “Switch on”signal output. When the electric screwdriver is
switched on, A3 and A4 will export DC voltage.
•A1 & A2: “Shut-off”signal output. When the electric screwdriver has
reached its set torque and stopped, DC voltage will be exported.
•“Shut-off” and “switch on” signal output voltage will be changed with the
speed button: AM-45 (DC 25–35V), AM-65 (DC 20–30V)
•Brake signal output voltage and corresponded screwing manager
models: AM-45 (DC 35V), AM-65 (DC 30V).

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JP-A Terminal Block for External Controller
•Connect between AM-45/AM-65 controller and the automation
equipment via PCB: Connect A1 to K5, and connect H2 to H1. You can
use the external controller to control the AM Controller. This is for
automation ONLY.

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OUTPUT-B: Signal Output Terminal Block
OUTPUT-B Pin and corresponding output mode:
•A single unit is fastened completely (B1 & B4 are conductive)
•OK screw fastening each time (B3 & B4 are conductive)
•NG screw fastening each time (B2 & B4 are conductive).
•No voltage contact signal (dry contact).
•When WORK function is connected to the production line, I/P (B5, B6)
will be connected to the switch
JP-B: Signal Output Terminal Block for External Control ONLY
JP-B Pin and corresponding output mode:
• Under the mode WORK I/P, B5 and B6 should be conductive in order to
operate. Both the AM Controller and the external controller can be
monitored by the operator at the same time. The signal of the sensor used in
the production line can be delivered to the AM Controller. When B5 and B6
are connected, the AM Controller can work independently as a monitor.
•A5, A6: Start signal for automation ONLY. Use the external controller to
control the conduction and non-conduction between the screwing
manager and the electric screwdriver.

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Screw Holes for Assembly of the AM Controller and Balancer
Screw holes at the bottom of the AM Controller allow it to be mounted on an
SB-series balancer (optional accessory) and a fixed board. Please follow the
instruction below:

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Operation of AM Controller
Step 1: Connect the screwdriver to the AM controller with the 5P cable.
Step 2: Plug the power cord into the electric socket (110V / 220V).
Step 3: Press the On/Off key .
Step 4: Screen (1) will display after 3 seconds.
(Skip to Step.7 if you don’t need to erase the memory or change the language.)
Screen 1: Number of OK / NG Tightenings
Screen 1 shows the numbers of OK or NG
screw tightening for each unit during the
operation.
Press to switch to screen (2)
Screen 2: Preset Fastening Time
Screen 2 shows the preset standard time of
each screw fastening task, the tolerance, and
the actual screw fastening time. “ITEM 1”
indicates the item you use during the
operation. Press to return to screen (1)
Switch to Setting Page
Return to Operation Page
LCD On/Off
Selection
Selection/Enter
Screen Lock

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Step 5: Press for 3-4 seconds and screen (3) “MEMO CLEAR” will display.
Screen 3: Memo Clear
Screen 3 lets you clear all setting records.
Press key to delete; Press key to
return to screen (1)
Step 6: Screen (4) press at the same time for 3-4 seconds.
The language menu will display.
Screen 4: Language Selection
AM controller language selection:
Press to choose ENGLISH or CHINESE.
Press key to confirm and return to
screen (1).
Setting Mode: Entering the Parameters of your Project
Once you’ve entered Setting Mode, you can set sampling time, data
memory, and save or recall your preferred item.
Step 7: From screen (1), press to enter setting mode on screen (5).
Step 8: Enter password.
Screen 5: Enter Password to Access Setting Mode
Enter password
to continue to screen (6). If you enter the
wrong password, screen (1) will display.

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Step 9: The Memo Recall screen lets you select the item you want to recall.
If you do not need to recall any item, press from this screen, which will
take you to screen (7).
Screen 6: Memo Recall
Choose the set memo (max. 10 items):
Press key to choose the item you want to
recall. Press key to switch to screen (7).
Press key to return to screen (2), which
shows count work for the item you just selected.
Step 10: Every time you want to set the item or values, you must clear all
previous counting records to avoid repeated counting in the new item. Once
you have cleared the counting records, simply press from screen (7) to
switch to screen (8).
Screen 7: Clear Previous Counts
Clear all counting records of the chosen item
(OK, NG, PASS) and reset:
Press key to delete. This will return you to
screen (6)
Press key to keep records and return to
screen (6).
Selecting either of these two options will return
you to screen (6). In order to proceed to the next
step, from screen (6) press to return to
screen (7), but instead of making a “yes” or “no”
selection, press to proceed to screen (8)
Step 11: The Memo Set screen allows you to search for the item number
you want to save.
Screen 8: Memo Set
Memo setting (max. 10 items):
Press key to select memo from 1 to 10.
Choose the preferred memo and press
key to confirm and switch to the next screen.

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Step 12: Screen (9) allows you to set the number of pieces (samples) for
which you will record a fastening time.
Screen 9: Set Number of Samples
Press key to increase the quantity (max 99
pieces).
Press key to decrease the quantity.
Press key to confirm and switch to the next
screen.
Step 13: Start fastening. Screen (10) shows the identifying number of the
sample, the total number of samples in the project, and the actual fastening
time for each sample screw fastened. You must confirm whether the value is
valid.
Screen 10: Validate Fastening Times
Press key to confirm that the fastening
time is valid; Press key if the fastening
time is invalid. This will automatically take you
to the next sample. Continue fastening until all
the preset sample screws you entered on
screen (9) are fastened. When you finish
recording all the sample fastening times, it will
switch to the next screen automatically.
Step 14: Set the values according to your preference on screens (11) –(17).
Screen 11: Set Upper-Limit Percentage of Sample Fastening Time
Max. upper-limit percentage is 99%.
Press to increase; Press to decrease.
Press to confirm and switch to the next
screen.
Screen 12: Set Lower-Limit Percentage of Sample Fastening Time
Max. lower-limit percentage is 99%.
Press to increase; Press to decrease.
Press to confirm and switch to the next
screen.

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Screen 13: Set Number of Screws to Fasten for Each Unit
Max. 99 pieces
Press to increase; Press to decrease.
Press to confirm and switch to the next
screen.
Screen 14: Set Counting Logistics of Completed Fastened Unit
(Increase/Decrease)
Press to add up numbers of completed unit.
Press to subtract numbers of completed unit.
Press to confirm and switch to the next
screen.
Screen 15: Set Fastening Time
Preset the fastening time for each task from 0.1
–99.9 seconds. The alarm will go off when the
fastening task is not completed within the
preset time.
Press to increase; Press to decrease.
Press to confirm and switch to the next
screen.
Screen 16: Set Number of Completed Sets
If you chose “+”on screen (14), the alarm will
sound when the total number of completed sets
reaches the preset amount. Max. 60,000 sets.
Press key to increase; Press key to
decrease.
Press key to confirm and switch to the next
screen.
If you chose “-” on screen (14), the alarm will
sound when the set value is “0.” Max. 60,000
sets.
Press to increase; Press to decrease.
Press to confirm and switch to the next
screen.

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Screen 17: Adjust Average Sample Fastening Time
Max. 9.99 seconds.
Press to increase; Press to decrease.
Press to confirm and switch to the next
screen.
Step 15: Screen (18) shows the accumulative number of incomplete
fastening tasks passed when there is defective set.
Screen 18: Number of Incomplete Fastening Tasks
Max. 60,000 sets
Press to confirm and switch to the next
screen.
Step 16: Screen (19) lets you save the values of the current Memo Set.
Screen 19: Save Set Values
Press to save; Press to cancel and
return to screen (6)
Step 17: If you want to set the next item, press on screen (6) to select
the item and repeat steps 7–16.
Step 18: Once you are finished, press to return to screen (1). Press
to see count work screen (2).
Step 19: Using WORK I/P function:
19-1: Connect to the production line
You can monitor your production line by connecting B5 & B6 of the JP-B
socket to the external controller. Once B5 & B6 are connected to the
workstation, the positioning sensor signal will be transported to the AM
Controller, and it will become a monitor. The alarm will sound if you pass
the incomplete fastened unit (the torque value, the fastening time, and
numbers of screws must reach the preset values). If the unit itself is
defective, you can pass it and press to silence the alarm and return