American TIM-900 Guide

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

2
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.
English
Using the manual
C
Operator
Manager
Installer
3

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
D
AB
CD
GH
F
E
4

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.
English
English
Detailed information on the TIM-900
D1
Handle
5
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.
1
4
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
6

English
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°
7

In addition the automatic
dripples valve can be
rotated of 240°.
8

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.
English
D2 MANUAL and AUTO operations
MANUAL
Mode
AUTO
Mode
9

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.
10