American TIM-900 Guide

English
TIM-900
Installation and Use Manual
Dispensing nozzle for oil
and industrial fluids
BULLETIN M0095A REV.1

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C Using the manual p. 3
D Getting to know the TIM-900 p. 4
D1 Detailed information on the TIM-900
D2 MANUAL and AUTO operation
E Installing the TIM-900 p. 11
E1 Requirements of the plant
E2 Line pressure relief
E3 Line flushing
E4 Preliminary checks on the TIM-900
E5 Fitting the extension on the TIM-900
E6 Assembling the TIM-900
E7 Air purging from the lines
E8 Flow-rate check
F Using the TIM-900 p. 16
F1 Dispensing in MANUAL mode
F2 Dispensing in AUTO mode
G Customizing the TIM-900 p. 21
G1 Customization menu
G2 Frequently used PRESET values
G3 Units of measurement
G4 Decimal digits
G5 Automatic RESET
G6 Stop precision in AUTO mode
G7 Calibration
H Maintenance of the TIM-900 p. 31
H1 Replacing the batteries
H2 Cleaning the filter
L Product Identification p. 33
M Construction data p. 34
M1 Technical Data
M2 Dimensions
M3 Exploded Drawing and Spare Parts List
N Disposal p.37
ATable of Contents

• The instructions provided by this manual satisfy both the Installer's and
the Users' requirements (Manager and Operators) of the TIM-900.
In the Table of Contents a symbol alongside each paragraph indicates the
person this information is intended for.
All paragraphs marked with this symbol concern the
Operator. The operator is the person who uses the TIM-900
to carry out dispensing operations. Therefore the Operator is
not expected to read paragraphs other than those marked
with this symbol.
All paragraphs marked with this symbol concern the
Manager. The TIM-900 oers several options (selection of the
Unit of Measurement, selection of the Number of Decimal
Digits, Calibration, etc.). At least one skilled Operator
(hereinafter referred to as the Manager) must know this data
in order to allow the Operators to use the METER correctly.
The Manager must read thoroughly all paragraphs
concerning the Manager and the Operator.
• The following symbols are used to highlight important notes and information:
Warning
Warning
This symbol highlights important aspects as to the
CORRECT USE of the TIM-900.
This symbol highlights important aspects as to
SAFETY.
This symbol highlights important aspects as to avoid
POLLUTION HAZARDS.
Warning
All paragraphs marked with this symbol concern the Installer
only. He is responsible for installing the TIM-900 and is
required to read the manual thoroughly, no paragraph
omitted.
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Using the manual
C
Operator
Manager
Installer
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A. An ergonomic
handle.
B. A swivel that
allows the user to
rotate the handle independent of the
exible hose it is connected to, and
equipped with a rubber cover.
C. A ow control valve, activated by a
trigger, which is equipped with a
protection against accidental start.
D. A meter with oval gears, controlled
by an electronic board and equipped
with a battery-powered microprocessor.
The TIM-900 is a dispensing nozzle for oils and other uids, to be installed as a nal
shuto device at the end of pressurized exible hoses.
Besides guaranteeing an exact measurement and display of the uid amount
dispensed, when used as a normal nozzle, the TIM-900 also allows the user to
PRESELECT the amount to be supplied and automatically stops the dispensing when
the pre-set amount has been reached.
The TIM-900 integrates:
Warning
This manual is an essential and integral part of the product and must be handed
over to the personnel who carry out the installation, use and maintenance of the
TIM-900.
Read the indications given in this manual as they provide important instructions
as to safe installation, use and maintenance.
Keep this manual safe for future reference.
Do not remove, tear or modify any parts of the manual.
In case of loss or damage a new copy can be requested from the manufacturer,
provided the relevant code is indicated.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage to persons, things or the unit
itself, if the latter is installed or used incorrectly.
Warning
Getting to know the TIM-900
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E. A large liquid-crystal display,
integrated in the 5-key keypad, for the
communication between the TIM-900
and the Operator.
F. A motorized valve shutting system,
automatically activated by a
microprocessor when dispensing a
PRESELECTED amount (AUTO mode).
G. A multi-position extension to adjust
the angle of the dripless valve with
respect to the handle.
H. A dripless automatic valve.
Swivel and Filter
The TIM-900 is equipped with a swivel
to be connected to the exible hose.
The swivel is equipped with a 1/2"
female thread (BPS or NPT) and houses
the lter.
The large ltering surface guarantees a
reduced pressure loss.
Rubber swivel cover
During installation the swivel may be
equipped with a rubber cover to
prevent the swivel itself or the metal
end of the exible hose from damaging
the vehicle body.
This cover is available in dierent
colours, which can be used as a "colour
code" to identify the dispensed product
easily.
An external shock-resistant plastic cover contains all the
components of the TIM-900 and provides an ergonomic
handle.
The battery pack
The battery pack is placed in the front
part of the handle and it is xed by
means of four cross-head screws.
The user can easily access this pack to
replace the batteries.
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Detailed information on the TIM-900
D1
Handle
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Filter

The TIM-900 is equipped with a balanced valve, controlled by a
trigger, which can be activated using just one nger.
The trigger, protected against accidental starting, may be:
The valve is in open
position for automatic
operation.
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5 2 3
The TIM-900 uses an LCD with the following
numeric registers and indications:
1. Batch total
(4 digits, oating point)
2. Totals
(7 digits)
3. Indication of the Total type
(TOTAL / Resettable TOTAL)
4.
Indication of the Unit of Measurement
Qts = Quarts
Pts = Pints
Lit = Liters
Gal = Gallons
5.
Indication of operation in AUTO mode.
Warning The LCD automatically
turns o if the TIM-900
is not used for a certain
period.
Trigger
The valve is in CLOSED
position
The valve is in
MAXIMUM OPEN
position
The liquid-cristal displau “LCD”
To reactivate the LCD,
press rte RESET key.
Released Completely pulled Locked in open position
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Warning
During the operations necessary to
customize the TIM-900, the keys
have extra functions, described in
paragraph G.
Numeric keys:
to be used to set the PRESET value
(automatic dispense stop value).
AUTO key:
to be used to select and
conrm the PRESET value.
RESET key:
to be used to reset the Batch
Total and to display the
Resettable TOTAL.
.
Meter
To guarantee an accurate measurement
of the dispensed amount the TIM-900
uses the principle of the oval gears.
Multi-position extension
To guarantee an easy use, the TIM-900 is
equipped with a multi-position
extension. It can be positioned by the
operator in 5 dierent pre-set positions
within a 75° range.
The extension is not free to rotate but it
can be, only by activating the unlocking
button, placed on the side of the nozzle.
Keypad
The keypad is of membrane type and is
equipped with 5 keys
75°
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In addition the automatic
dripples valve can be
rotated of 240°.
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The TIM-900 has been designed to ensure the maximum safety during use and to
avoid oil spillage due to an improper use or the Operator's carelessness.
In particular the TIM-900 does not allow the valve to be locked in open position
during MANUAL mode. This avoids a continuous dispensing should the Operator
be absent or has not pre-set an automatic stop value (AUTO mode).
The TIM-900 is a PRESETTABLE dispensing nozzle that can be used in two operating
modes:
In MANUAL mode dispensing starts as
soon as the Operator operates the
trigger.
The only preliminary operation to be
carried out by means of the TIM-900
keys is the possible resetting (RESET) of
To dispense using the PRESELECTION
option, before starting dispensing the
Operator must:
• Select the desired amount by means
of the TIM-900 keys as explained in
paragraph F2.
• Conrm the selected value thus
entering the AUTO mode: TIM-900
displays the message AUTO and is ready
to dispense automatically without
requiring the presence of the Operator.
the value previously indicated on the
Batch Total.
The operator has to check the
dispensing operation personally and to
stop it by releasing the trigger when the
desired amount is reached.
• Start dispensing by pulling the trigger
and setting it to lock position.
The operator's presence is not
necessary: the TIM-900 will
automatically stop once the selected
amount has been dispensed.
Warning
Warning
In any case the operator must attend
to the TIM-900 while dispensing in
AUTO mode in order to avoid any oil
spillage.
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D2 MANUAL and AUTO operations
MANUAL
Mode
AUTO
Mode
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Warning
Read the instructions given in paragraph F2 carefully before
dispensing in AUTO mode.
The TIM-900 allows the user to lock the trigger in open
position only when the display shows the message AUTO.
To lock the trigger in open position:
* Pull it completely
* Then release it.
If the message AUTO blinks automatic dispensing cannot be
started. If the trigger is completely pulled and afterwards
released, it does not remain locked in open position but it
closes again thus interrupting the dispensing operation.
The blinking message AUTO indicates that the phase for
selecting the desired value is still in progress, but the AUTO
mode has not yet been entered by conrming the displayed
value.
The TIM-900 automatically unlocks the trigger thus stopping
the dispensing when the predetermined value has been
reached.
However, during dispensing in AUTO mode, it is possible to
stop dispensing manually before the desired value is reached
by unlocking the trigger.
To unlock the trigger and place it in closed position again:
* Pull it completely
* Then release it.
When the dispensing has been manually stopped, as soon as
the AUTO message is displayed, it is still possible to restart the
automatic operation as the trigger can still be locked in open
position.
The TIM-900 automatically exits from AUTO mode after a
given period of time (TIME OUT) without dispensing.
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This paragraph describes the necessary operations to be carried out when the
TIM-900 is installed for the rst time on a new system or to replace an existing
nozzle with the TIM-900.
The shut-o valve is necessary to ensure a safe and correct installation and
maintenance of the TIM-900 without requiring to make the whole system
unserviceable.
The structure and complexity of the part of the system before the above
mentioned shut-o valve (rigid or exible power lines, pumps, tanks, valves, etc.)
as well as the possible presence of the exible hose reel can be freely chosen by
the Installer as they do not inuence the maintenance of the TIM-900.
Warning
The TIM-900 has been designed to
be used as a component of a
centralized system for the
distribution of oils and other
industrial uids, which must be
manufactured and installed by
specialized personnel in
compliance with the standards
relevant to such a pressurized
system.
To explain the installation and
maintenance operations relevant
to the TIM-900 refer to the
following diagram which shows a
typical installation, as regards the
components located right
upstream any "dispensing outlet"
of the TIM-900.
1.Distribution system
lines.
2.Shut-o valve.
3.Flexible hose
for reel entry.
4.Reel.
5.Flexible hose.
6.Nozzle.
Installing the TIM-900
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Requirements of the system
E1
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Warning
Warning
This operation is to be carried out to
replace the pre-existing nozzle with the
TIM-900 nozzle or to dismount the
TIM-900 for maintenance purposes.
• Close the shut-off valve. Otherwise
stop the power supply pump and make
it unserviceable to avoid an accidental
re-start during maintenance operations.
• Operate the valve of the nozzle to be
replaced (or of the TIM-900 to be
disassembled for maintenance reasons)
dispensing into a suitable container in
order to release the line pressure.
• (For the dismounting of the TIM-900
only) Remove the rubber cover from its
coupling on the swivel and move it
along the exible hose in order to have
easy access to the swivel.
• By means of two wrenches, unscrew
the threaded end of the exible hose
from the swivel.
Be careful to collect any oil leakage
into a suitable container.
If a dripless valve is installed at the
end of the nozzle, the pressure inside
the line will not decrease to zero, but
it may stay at a value of 0.2 - 0.5 bar
according to the type of dripless
valve used.
Failure to carry out this line pressure
relief procedure may cause damage
to persons or things.
Warning
Line pressure relief
E2
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Flushing the lines means to let a given
amount of oil ow through them so as
to ensure a proper "washing" of the
whole system, a correct cleaning and
the absence of dirt, contaminated
material or processed waste inside the
lines before installing the nozzle.
The ushing operation must be carried
out on all lines, upstream the nozzle. In
case the system is equipped with more
than one nozzle, ush the lines which
supply the nozzles farthest away from
the supply pump rst, then proceed
with the lines of the nozzles situated
nearer the pump.
This operation is absolutely
necessary with NEW
INSTALLATIONS or if the lines used
are contaminated.
You need not carry out this
procedure when replacing the
nozzle in use.
The ushing procedure depends on the
type and features of the system and
must be carried out by trained and
qualied personnel in compliance with
the procedures set down by the
installer.
• Make sure that the threaded end tted
on the exible hose is suitable for the
swivel of the TIM-900 provided with:
• Check that the TIM-900 to be installed
is complete and in good condition,
making sure that the lter is clean and
correctly installed (see paragraph“H2”).
The lter of the TIM-900, characterized
by a large ltering surface, has been
designed to guarantee a correct ltering
and a low pressure loss.
To remove and re-install the lter refer
to paragraph "H2".
The absence of the lter or its
improper installation may cause
the meter or the TIM-900 valve to
block if dirt is present in the tubes.
This situation may occur especially
during new installations.
To solve these problems consult a
qualied Service Centre.
Warning
Warning
Female thread 1/2" BSP
or
Female thread 1/2" NPT
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Flushing the lines
E3
Preliminary checks of the TIM-900
E4
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Three dierent types of extensions can
be installed on the nozzle TIM-900:
• ADJUSTABLE extension;
• RIGID extension;
• FLEXIBLE extension.
All of them are equipped with an
automatic dripless valve.
All extensions are equipped with a rigid
ending part (external  12 mm, 3/8"G
nut) suitable for being easily connected
to the TIM-900 without using any
sealant.
• Remove the plug from outlet A (3/8”G).
•Make sure that gasket B on the nut is in
its seat.
•Lubricate the gasket and its seat.
• Tighten end D on TIM-900 by means of
two wrenches;
while the rst one on outlet A blocks
the TIM-900, the second one tightens
nut C of end D.
Before locking nut C orientate valve E.
An improper tightening of the
extension may cause it to become
loose thus endangering persons or
things.
Tighten the ring nut with a torque
wrench setting at 3.5 Kg per metre.
Warning
• Fit the rubber cover of the swivel into
the exible hose, in the direction
indicated in the gure, making it slide
over the male thread of the hose.
• Apply a thread sealant to the male
threads of the exible hose.
• Tighten the swivel completely by
means of two wrenches.
• Make the rubber cover slide towards
the valve until it goes into the specially
provided seat, located on the swivel.
Mounting the extension on the TIM-900
E5
Mounting the TIM-900
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A
B
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The TIM-900 allows the user to
check easily and directly the
dispensing ow-rate:
During the operation in
MANUAL mode, press and hold
down the AUTO key.
The TIM-900 will display the
current ow-rate in units per
minute.
Once the installation and purging operations have been carried out, it is advisable to
check the dispensing ow-rate, which, to ensure a correct operation of the valve,
must comply with the range indicated in paragraph M1.
If the ow rate exceeds the range limits, adjust the components of the system
(pumps or balancing valves) to comply with them.
Batch Total dispensed
Warning
After the installation of the nozzle a
certain quantity of air will be present
both inside the exible hose
downstream the nozzle and in the other
lines of the system.
To purge the air and to guarantee a
steady ow and a correct calculation of
the amount dispensed, two persons
must act as follows:
• With the shut-off valve still closed,
insert the extension of the TIM-900 into
the opening of a container of a suitable
capacity, to avoid sprays or spillage
which may occur during the initial
phase when the ow is irregular.
• While the rst person operates the
trigger of the TIM-900, the second must
partially open the shut-o valve. When
the ow begins to steady, the latter will
have to set the valve to full open
position.
• Go on purging the line keeping the
valve of the TIM-900 completely open,
until a steady ow is reached. At this
point release the trigger thus stopping
dispensing.
Air purging from the lines
E7
Checking the ow rate
E8
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Warning
• The TIM-900 has been designed for professional use and must be used only by
adult personnel properly trained for the intended purpose.
• The TIM-900 must not be used outside the operating ranges (see Technical Data
in paragraph M1) or for uids other than lubricants and antifreeze mixtures.
• Do not tamper with or modify the TIM-900.
• Regularly check the good condition of the TIM-900.
• The TIM-900 dispenses high-pressure uids. Do not point the nozzle to any part
of the body.
• Use the personal protection equipment recommended by the national standards
relevant to the dispensed products.
• Do not carry out any maintenance operations on the TIM-900 without previously
relieving the pressure from the system lines.
• The TIM-900 is designed for indoor use only. If used outdoors, it must be
sheltered from the rain, snow or direct sunrays.
If the TIM-900 is o, type
RESET to re-start it.
The TIM-900 displays:
The TIM-900 can be used as a normal
nozzle if the Operator does not want
to pre-set an automatic stop value.
The TIM-900 can be programmed to
display the last amount dispensed until
the RESET button is pressed or to
automatically reset the Batch Total a few
minutes after the end of the dispensing
operation in MANUAL mode (see "Auto
RESET" in paragraph G5).
If the last dispensing has been carried
out in AUTO mode, the dispensed
amount is never reset, independent of
the selection of the Auto RESET button.
To dispense in Manual mode
F1
Using the TIM-900
F
Last amount
dispensed.
Non-resettable Total
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Warning
In case of manual anti-drip valve,after using,
it is important to discharge theoverpressure
between the chamber (1) and themanual valve (2)
of the spout. Carry out this operationwhile the pump
is switched off. Then, unscrew the valve(2). During this discharging
operation, do not push the trigger (3).

To reset the batch total
press RESET.
The TIM-900 will display:
Reset Batch Total.
Release the trigger to
stop dispensing.
Pull the trigger
to dispense
If the unit is o, type RESET to
re-start it.
TIM-900 displays:
The TIM-900 allows the user to select
the automatic stop value, "PRESET
value", with dierent procedures:
The TIM-900 allows the user to set
directly the PRE-SET value by means
of the numeric keys.
To reset the resettable
Total, press and hold
down the RESET key.
The TIM-900 will display:
To select a new PRESET value (for
example 12.3) use the numeric keys.
Selected value.
English
Resetting the Batch Total Resetting the Total
Resettable total Resettable total
Dispensing
To Dispence in AUTO mode
F2
Direct setting of a new
PRESET value
Not-Resettable total
The TIM-900 displays:
Blinking message AUTO
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To conrm the PRESET
value, press and hold
down the AUTO key until
the TIM-900 displays:
As long as the message AUTO blinks,
it is not yet possible to start a new
automatic dispensing.
If the trigger is completely pulled,
when released, it does not remain
locked in open position but it closes
again thus interrupting the
dispensing.
The blinking message AUTO
indicates that the phase for the
selection of the desired value is still
in progress, but that you have not
yet entered the AUTO mode by
conrming the displayed value.
Selected value.
Reset Batch Total.
The TIM-900 allows the operator to use
the most frequently used PRESET values
without having to set them by means of
the numeric keys.
In particular, the TIM-900 stores:
* The last PRESET value "AUTO LAST".
* Five dierent PRESET values "AUTO 1 -
AUTO 5".
The AUTO LAST value is automatically
updated each time a new PRESET value
is set by means of the keypad. The last
value used replaces the previous one in
the memory.
The PRESET "AUTO 1… AUTO 5" values
can be freely set and modied
according to the procedure indicated in
paragraph G2.
If the unit is o, type RESET
to re-start it.
The TIM-900 displays:
Last dispensing
carried out.
Press AUTO.
The TIM-900 displays the
PRESET value stored in
AUTO LAST.
Warning
L I T
Selecting a PRESET value
AUTO
message
not blinking
Non-Resettable Total.
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To display the other stored
values, press AUTO as many
times as necessary to reach
the desired values.
The blinking message will
be:
As long as the AUTO message
blinks, it is not yet possible to
start an automatic dispensing.
If the trigger is completely pulled,
when released, it does not remain
locked in open position but it
re-closes and stops dispensing.
The blinking message AUTO
indicates that the phase for the
selection of the desired value is
still in progress and that you
have not yet entered the AUTO
mode by confirming the displayed
value.
During this phase it is possible to
modify the AUTO value being
displayed by means of the numeric
keys. The modification of the
displayed AUTO value, however,
does not change the stored AUTO
value. To modify the latter it is
necessary to follow the procedure
indicated in paragraph G2.
Press AUTO again. The
TIM-900 displays the
PRESET value stored in
AUTO 1:
To confirm a
PRESET value
press and hold
down the AUTO
key until the
TIM-900 displays:
Reset Batch Total.
Warning
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PRESET value.
Blinking
message AUTO LAST
PRESET value.
Blinking
message AUTO 1
Selected value.
AUTO
message
not blinking
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• Automatic stop:
The supply automatically stops when
the pre-set value is reached. The AUTO
message disappears from the LCD.
• Manual resumption of the
dispensing (TOPPING UP):
Once dispensing has been carried out in
AUTO mode, the TIM-900 allows the
user to continue the dispensing
operation, if necessary.
Some time after the automatic stop of
dispensing, the TIM-900 turns o, but
as soon as the RESET key is pressed,
the TIM-900 turns on again and
displays the pre-set value and the
value actually supplied (see previous
gure).
To carry out the TOPPING UP, DO
NOT type RESET and pull the trigger.
The dispensed amount is added to the
previous one in AUTO mode.
The PRESET value previously set,
displayed in the Total, starts blinking to
indicate that the pre-set value has been
exceeded.
Pull the trigger
completely and then
release it.
The trigger thus
remains locked in
open position. Now
dispensing can
continue even if the
Operator is not
present.
• To start dispensing:
• To stop manually dispensing in
progress:
Pull again the trigger completely and
then release it.
• The dispensing operation can be
resumed in AUTO mode within a given
time (TIME OUT) from the stop. Within
this TIME OUT the TIM-900 still allows
the locking of the trigger in open
position.
• After this TIME OUT the TIM-900 still
allows the user to continue the
dispensing but only in MANUAL mode.
Warning
Dispensing in AUTO mode
Blinking value
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