B&C Technologies FM7 User manual

Washer-Extractor
FM7 Computer Programming
and Operating Instructions
B&C Technologies
Panama City Beach, FL
[phone]
www.bandctech.com
ser[email protected]
Revision 1.3
2-Aug-2017

Table of Contents Introduction
Customer Service
Replacement Parts
Quick Reference
Safety Information
Key Symbols
Important Safety Information
Programming
Agitation Programming
Agitation Flow Chart
Cycle Programming
Wash Program Creation
Wash Program Flowchart
Cycle Execution
Malfunction Alarms
Service Functions
Metric Conversion Chart
Centigrade to Fahrenheit
Centimeters to Inches
Blank Programming Chart
Water Level Guide
Speed Guide
Appendix A - Build a Heat Cycle
Appendix B - Chemical Hold
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B&C Technologies
Panama City Beach, FL
[phone]
[phone] FAX
www.bandctech.com

Introduction
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FM7 Computer
The FM7 Computer is a powerful and
programable solid state controller. Up to 30
programs, each with up to 15 cycles can be
programmed. In addition, the FM7 can display
5 languages - English, Italian, German, Spanish
and French. The water level can be
programmed, and is accurate to 1 cm (0.4 in).
Spin speeds are fully programmable in RPM.
In the event of power failure, the operator is
prompted to continue the cycle, or abort it.
Keypad
7
8
9
DEL
RESET
Number key, Insert Key. Enables a new
cycle to be inserted in an existing program
during programming. During operation,
press and hold for cylinder RPM.
Number key, Decrement Key. Lowers the
current value during programming mode.
Number key, Increment Key. Raises the
current value during programming mode.
If pressed simultaneously with the TEMP or
LEVEL key, allows temporary
modification.
Number key, Temperature Key. Allows
temporary modification of the target
temperature if used with the INC and DEC
keys. Displays current temperature in wash
cylinder.
Number key, Level Key. Allows temporary
modification of the target water level if
used with the INC and DEC keys. Displays
current water level in wash cylinder.
Number key, Time Key. Displays the
watch dog timer value for the current step.
Number keys
Number key, Pause Key. If pressed during
operation, pauses the wash program
indefinitely. Not active during distribution
or spin.
The Advance key is now a hidden key, located
between the Stop and Start buttons. Pressing this
hidden key advances to the next program step.
During final spin, the remainder of the spin is
aborted. If pressed before starting a program, it
allows the operator to begin the program at any
segment. During programing, skips to the next
segment.
Confirms settings in creation and editing of
wash programs. During operation, shows
the current segment or program number.
Deletes any selection or setting.
Terminates the current activity (operation
or programming). While the machine is
powered but not executing a program, can
be pressed with RESET to see the current
firmware version.
Starts execution of the currently selected
wash program. Restarts a paused
program. When pressed with RESET,
function codes can be entered to program
and setup the machine. See the quick
reference list on the next page.
1
3
2
4
5
6
0
ENTER
PAUSE
INS
TEMP
DEC
LEVEL
INC
TIME

Quick Reference
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To perform these functions, press START and RESET together, then at the
prompt (n?), key in the desired number, the press ENTER. Detailed
explanation of each function starts on page 25.
Highlighted items are safety related and SHOULD NOT BE
CHANGED!
DO NOT ALTER THESE VALUES WITHOUT CONSULTING B&C
TECHNOLOGIES OR A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN!
12 Programming cycles
27 Creation of Programs
45 Agitation profiles
144 FM7 communications mode
118 Disable Machine (Display shows ! - exclamation point)
181 Resets controller - erases all memory
201 Language option (1 - Italian, 2 - English, 3 - German, 4 - Spanish, 5 - French)
205 16 or 24 outputs (B&C uses the 24 output version)
207 Maximum RPM
209 Temperature Hysterisis (min 1 deg, max 10 deg) Default is 3 deg.
210 Display temperature in degrees C
211 Display temperature in degrees F
212 Maximum water level that can be set (10 - 100 cm)
213 Minimum water level for heating (2 - 30 cm)
214 Display number of hours of operation
215 Display total number of washes
216 Display number of washes since the last maintenance
217 Reset Service Alarm
218 Display and set number of washes until maintenance request
219 Spin slow down time (40 - 200 sec)
220 Erases Programs and cycles
221 Copy from control to memory card
222 Copy from memory card to control (only programs and cycles)
223 Copy from memory card to control (programs, cycles, and parameters)
225 Disables Advance Key
230 Maximum water level allowed during spin (2 - 60 cm)
Programming
System Setup

.
Anyone operation or servicing this machine must follow the safety rules in
this manual. Particular attention must be paid to the DANGER,
WARNING, and CAUTION blocks which appear throughout the manual
The lightning flash and arrowhead within the triangle is a
warning sign alerting you of the presence of dangerous
voltage.
The exclamation point within the triangle is a warning sign
alerting you of important instructions concerning the machine
and possible dangerous conditions.
This warning symbol alerts you to the presence of possible
dangerous drive mechanisms within the machine. Guards
should always be in place when the machine is in operation.
Be careful when servicing any drive mechanism.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of possibly
dangerous chemicals. Proper precautions should be taken
when handling corrosive or caustic material.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of hot surfaces
that could cause serious burns. Stainless steel and steam lines
can become extremely hot and should not be touched.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of possible
dangerous pinch-points. Moving mechanical parts can crush
an/or sever body parts.
Before servicing any equipment, make certain it is
disconnected from the electrical power source. Never allow
operation of the machine when any safety device is
malfunctioning. Never bypass safety devices.
Key Symbols
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Important Safety Information
SAFETY CHECK LIST
Before Initial start up of a B&C washer –
extractor perform the following safety check:
A. Make sure all electrical and plumbing
connections have been made in accordance
with applicable codes and regulations.
B. Make sure the machine is
grounded electrically.
C. Make sure the machine has
flexible water fill and drain connections of the
correct size, length and type, with no kinks, and
that they are securely attached and/or clamped.
D. Make sure any transport brackets have
been removed.
Before servicing any equipment, make certain it
is disconnected from the electrical power
source. Never allow operation of the machine
when any safety device is malfunctioning.
Never bypass safety devices.
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Before machine is placed in operation, the door
safety interlock must be checked for proper
operation as follows:
A. When the washer is energized
electrically and in operation, the loading door
must be locked in the closed position. Verify
this by attempting to open the loading
door when the machine is operating. If
necessary, check the door safety interlock and
sensors for proper operation. Consult the
service manual, or call a qualified service
technician if necessary.
B. When the washers loading door is open,
it should not be possible to start the machine.
Verify this by attempting to start the washer
with the door open. Also, close the door
without locking it and verify that it is not
possible to start the machine with the door not
locked. If necessary, check the door lock
sensors for proper operation. Consult the
service manual, or call a qualified service
technician. If additional information is required,
contact your local distributor or call the
manufacturer of the machine.

Programming
Programming the FM7 takes place on three
levels:
1. Programming agitation (Function 45)
Allows 15 different agitation profiles to be
created. For each profile, the clockwise rotation
time, the counterclockwise rotation time and
the pause time can be programmed. (Factory
defaults are shown on page 9).
2. Programming cycles (Function 12)
Each grouping of steps creates a sequence of
events in which various functions can be
activated or deactivated (drain, cold fill, spin,
etc.). Going from one step to another requires
reaching a water level, temperature, or a time
value. There are five different programmable
cycle types: Prewash, Wash, Rinse, Spin and
Unroll (Shakeout). Each cycle can be assigned
a number between 1 and 99. (See the FM7
Stock Programs Listing for details on factory
settings).
3. Wash Programs Creation (Function 27)
Consists of putting the various cycles as
programmed above together to form a
complete wash program. Up to 30 programs
can be stored, each with 15 cycles. (See the
FM7 Stock Programs Listing for details on
factory settings).
POWER
ENTER PROG
RUN?
EXECUTE CYCLE(S)
END
n?
PROGRAM
CREATION
AGITATION
PROGRAMMING
CYCLE
PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
START + RESET
--
RESET
ON START ACCESS CODE ACCESS CODE ACCESS CODE ACCESS CODE
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A Note about Programming the FM7:
The FM7 comes from the factory with several
stock programs already entered. See the
separate document, FM7 Stock Program List
for details. It is by far easier to modify these
existing cycles and programs than to start from
nothing and create your own.
Note that Programs are made up of cycles, and
cycles are made up of steps. The wash
programs are simply a series of cycles
performed in order by the control. The cycles,
contain the steps in which wash functions are
executed - things like fill the machine to a
certain level, dose chemicals, agitate the load,
etc. If you wish to modify a water level, you
will need to determine the appropriate cycle to
modify, and the step within that cycle. The
FM7 Stock Program List will help you
determine which cycle to edit.

Programming
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Agitation Programming
To access the agitation profile programming
mode, press START and RESET together. The
display shows:
n?
Enter 45 at this prompt, followed by the
ENTER key. For two seconds, the display will
show:
EDIT AGITATION>
You are then asked to enter the motor routine
number to be programmed (1 - 15).
AGITATION No.
You may now enter the number and press the
ENTER key. There are now two cases:
1. The motor routine does not exist.
2. The motor routine does exist.
New Agitation Routine
In this case, you are prompted to enter a
forward rotation time with this message:
FWD T = S
Enter the desired time in seconds (0 through
239), followed by the ENTER key. The display
will change to:
PAUSE T = S
Enter the desired time in seconds (0 through
239), followed by the ENTER key. The display
will change to:
REV T = S
Enter the reverse time in seconds (0 through
239), followed by the ENTER key. The display
will show:
Pressing ENTER will store the motor timing
routine and the display will change to request a
new access code:
n?
Enter 45 at the prompt to program additional
motor timing sequences as required. Pressing
RESET instead of ENTER will exit
programming.
Editing an Existing Routine
If the motor routine number you entered is
already present, the display will show:
NOT BLANK!
Pressing the INC and DEC keys allow you to
step through the values for Forward, Pause,
and Backwards. Pressing ENTER will allow
you to modify the value on the display
After having viewed or modified the backwards
value, pressing the INC or ENTER key displays:
Pressing the ENTER key again displays the
forward rotation time:
FWD T = XXs
SAVE?
SAVE?
Pressing ENTER confirms the changes made (if
any) and exits programming
Pressing RESET exits the current programming
mode and leaves the existing values as they
were.

Programming
Agitation Programming continued
Notes on Agitation Programming
There are a number of different modes
available for motor programming:
1. Forwards - Pause - Backwards
FWD T = XXs
PAUSE T = XXs
REV T = XXs
2. Forwards - Pause
FWD T = XXs
PAUSE T = XXs
REV T = S0
3. Forwards
FWD T = XXs
PAUSE T = S0
4. Pause - Backwards
FWD T = S0
PAUSE T = XXs
REV T = XXs
5. Backwards
FWD T = S0
PAUSE T = S0
REV T = XXs
The minimum pause time that can be
programmed between forward and backwards
is 2 seconds. The maximum time is 239
seconds.
Cylinder speed is programmed during cycle
programming. In this mode, each step can be
programmed with different values if desired.
B&C Stock Agitation Assignments
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Agitation Forward Pause Reverse
1 16 4 16
2 4 16 4
3 5 115 5
14 0 0 1
15 1 0 0
Agitation 1 - used for normal wash agitation.
Agitation2 - used for gentle wash agitation.
Agitation3 - used for soak formulas
Agitation14 - Used for Unroll cycles (reverse
only)
Agitation15 - Used for Spin cycles (forward
only)

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Programming
Agitation Programming Flow Chart
POWER
ENTER PROG
EXIST?
n?
START +
RESET
RESET
45
ENTER
EDIT AGITATION
AGITATION N
ON--
FWD T = S
PAUSE T = S
REV T = S
# OF SEC
ENTER
# OF SEC
ENTER
# OF SEC
ENTER
FWD T = S0
PAUSE T = XXs
REV T = XXs
NOT BLANK!
ENTER
INC
DEC
DEC
INC
SAVE?
yes
ENTER
STORE
VALUES
no
RESET

Cycle Programming Sequence
Cool Down
3
INC
Fill to Temp
3
INC
Drain
3
INC
Cold Water
3
INC
Hot Water
3
INC
Heating
3
INC
Chem 1
3
INC
Chem 2
3
INC
Chem 3
3
INC
Chem 4
3
INC
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To turn on a function, press Enter, to turn off a function press Reset. Press Enter to edit a numerical
value (RPM, Time, etc.). Note: Setting a function to zero DOES NOT disable that function.
Min. Level
ENTER
3
INC
Max Level
3
INC
Temp.
3
INC
WDT
3
INC
Agitation
3
INC
RPM
More information on page 15
Level
3
INC
Temp.
3
INC
WDT
3
INC
Agitation
3
INC
RPM
More information on page 16
ON drains the machine.
-- means the drain is closed.
ON to turn on the cold water valve.
-- means the valve is off.
ON to turn on the hot water valve.
-- means the valve is off.
ON turns on the heat output, you
will be prompted to enter the temperature.
-- means the heat output is off.
ON to turn on chemical signal 1, and
flush cup 1 in the supply dispenser.
-- means the supply is off.
ON to turn on chemical signal 2, and
flush cup 2 in the supply dispenser, if
equipped. -- means the supply is off.
ON to turn on chemical signal 3, and
flush cup 3 in the supply dispenser, if
equipped. -- means the supply is off.
ON to turn on chemical signal 4, and
flush cup 4 in the supply dispenser, if
equipped. -- means the supply is off.
continued

Cycle Programming Sequence
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Chem 5
3
INC
Aux 1
3
INC
Aux Fill
3
INC
Aux 2
3
INC
Spin Test
3
INC
Agitation
3
INC
RPM
3
INC
Chem 6
3
INC
Chem 7
3
INC
Chem 8
3
INC
ON to turn on chemical signal 5, and
flush cup 5 in the supply dispenser, if
equipped. -- means the supply is off.
Auxiliary 1 output
ON turns on Auxiliary Fill.
-- means the valve is off.
Auxiliary 2 output
ON turns on drive balance relay - only
used in extract cycles. -- means the relay
is off.
ON enables the machine to rotate, in
concert with RPM, below. -- means
no cylinder rotation. More information
on page 8.
Set the RPM - see chart on page 29 for
details on recommended speeds for a
particular machine.
ON to turn on chemical signal 6.
-- means the supply is off.
ON to turn on chemical signal 7.
-- means the supply is off.
ON to turn on chemical signal 8.
-- means the supply is off.
continued
To turn on a function, press Enter, to turn off a function press Reset. Press Enter to edit a numerical
value (RPM, Time, etc.). Note: Setting a function to zero DOES NOT disable that function.

Cycle Programming Sequence
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Drain B
3
INC
Aux 3
3
INC
Signal
3
INC
Aux 4
3
INC
Aux 5
3
INC
End Step
3
INC
Level
3
INC
Temp.
3
INC
Time
3
INC
WDT
3
INC
SAVE?
ON to open Auxiliary Drain, if
equipped. -- means drain is
closed.
Aux 3 Relay
ON to activate the buzzer.
-- means buzzer is off.
Aux 4 Relay
Flashes for 1 sec.
Pick only one of the three!
ON ends the step based
on water level. Use Watch
Dog Timer.
ON ends the step based
on Temperature. Use Watch
Dog Timer. See Heat cycle
tutorial in Appendix A.
ON ends the step based
on time. Do not use Watch
Dog Timer.
Example Cycle Construction:
Step 1 (Fill Step)
Turn on hot, cold or both.
Turn on Agitation, and enter RPM.
Turn on Level and enter water level (see chart, pg 31)
Turn on WDT and enter a time (9m, 0s typically)
Press enter to store.
Step 2 (Chemical Dose Step)
Turn on Chemical output
Turn on Agitation, and enter RPM.
Turn on Time and enter a time (ex: 0m, 10s)
Press enter to store.
Step 3 (Top off - make sure we are still at level)
Turn on hot, cold or both.
Turn on Agitation, and enter RPM.
Turn on Level and enter water level (see chart, pg 31)
Turn on WDT and enter a time (9m, 0s typically)
Press enter to store.
Step 4 (Wash/Agitation Time)
Turn on Agitation, and enter RPM.
Turn on Time and enter a time (ex: 9m, 30s)
Press enter to store.
The FM7 Stock program list (with your machine, also
available on our website, www.bandctech.com) is of
great use when customizing and creating wash programs.
There are many built in cycles available for use or
modification in custom programs. Here some commonly
used cycles:
Spin9: Drain routine - used after each bath cycle, but
not prior to the final spin.
Spin1: Low speed extract, 30 seconds
Spin2: Medium speed extract, 5 minutes.
Spin3: High speed extract, 5 minutes.
Note: Intermediate spins are not recommended - if the
FM7 cannot achieve a good balance, the program will be
terminated.
Note: Modifying the stock spin routines can cause the
machine to not extract - proceed with caution.
OR
OR
Press ENTER to store.
ON turns on the Watch Dog Timer.
Enter minutes and seconds.
-- turns off the Watch Dog Timer.
Aux 5 Relay
To turn on a function, press Enter, to turn off a function press Reset. Press Enter to edit a numerical
value (RPM, Time, etc.). Note: Setting a function to zero DOES NOT disable that function.

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Programming
Cycle Programming
Cycle libraries can be created for later use in
the Wash programming step. When the
machine is stopped, press the START and
RESET buttons together. The display is:
n?
Using the keypad, type 12 and press ENTER.
For two seconds, the display shows:
EDIT CYCLES>
The message for choosing the programming
cycle is then displayed:
PREWASH = ?
Pressing INC or DEC will show the other cycle
types in succession:
WASH = ?
SPIN = ?
RINSE = ?
UNROLL = ?
When the cycle type you wish to edit is
displayed, press ENTER to begin creating or
editing of the cycle. As an example, we will go
through programming a Prewash cycle.
PREWASH = ?
Using the numerical keypad, enter the cycle
you wish to create or modify. After you have
entered the number and pressed ENTER, there
are two possible cases:
>The cycle chosen does not exist and has
to be programmed. (This Page)
>The cycle chosen does exist. If this is
the case, you can view and modify the
cycle as needed. (See page 17, and
charts beginning on page 11).
New Cycle Creation
If the cycle you chose does not exist, you will
be taken directly into the programming mode.
For two seconds, the display will show:
START STEP 1
The display then changes to:
COOL DOWN? --
You can now define for step 1 whether the cool
down feature is activated. If you wish to
activate cooldown, press ENTER, and the
display changes to:
COOL DOWN? ON
To implement the cooldown phase, five
additional parameters must be entered. These
are discussed in the next section. If you do not
wish to activate the cooldown phase, press INC.
The display will show:
FILL TO TEMP? ON
You can now define for step 1 whether Fill to
Temperature is enabled. A target temperature
can be programmed and the machine will use a
combination of the hot water fill valve and the
cold water fill valve to maintain a given
temperature. If you wish to activate
temperature controlled fill, press ENTER. The
display will change to:
FILL TO TEMP? --
To implement temperature controlled fill, four
additional parameters must be entered. These
are discussed in the next section. If you do not
wish to activate temperature controlled fill,
press INC. The display will show:
DRAIN? --

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Programming
Cycle Programming continued
To activate the Drain and end Step 1, press
ENTER. Pressing INC or DEC will scroll
through the other functions to end the step.
The step can end with a Water Level, a Water
Temperature, or an elapsed Time. Select one
of the functions by pressing ENTER changes
the display and prompts you to enter a value
for the particular function.
Example
LEVEL --
LEVEL = cm
ENTER
Type the required value in using the numerical
keypad and press ENTER.
In the event that you choose a level or a
temperature to end the step, you will be
prompted with:
WDT = --
This is the Watch Dog Timer. Press ENTER to
set the value.
WDT = m
Set the time in minutes, press ENTER
WDT = s
Set the time in seconds, press ENTER. This is a
time limit in which the temperature or water
level you have programmed should be reached.
If the level or temperature cannot be reached in
the given amount of time, the control will
display an alarm. Press ENTER to continue
after an alarm. Be sure to enter a time that is
reasonably longer than the presumed time for
filling or heating. 9:00 (nine minutes, zero
seconds) is good for a fill, 30:00 (thirty minutes,
zero seconds) is good for a heat step.
The display now shows:
SAVE?
Pressing STOP will cancel the programming
and abort any parameters you have entered.
To save, press ENTER. Now the start of a new
step will be indicated. For two seconds the
display shows:
START STEP 2
At this point, you may continue adding steps to
the cycle using the same programming
sequence as used for Step 1. If programming is
complete, press STOP. The display now shows:
The display then changes to:
COOL DOWN? --
PREWASH = ?
You may now program another Prewash cycle,
or select one of the other cycle types and
continue programming. To exit from cycle
programming, press RESET.
Cooldown Phase
The cooldown phase allows you to specify a
temperature to reach before draining the
machine. There are five parameters to be
programmed: Minimum Level, Maximum
Level, Temperature, WDT, and Agitation. The
cooldown phase operates as follows:
>The water is drained to the minimum
level as mentioned above.
>Cold water is then added up to the
maximum level as mentioned above,
and the temperature is monitored.
>Draining and filling continue until either
the temperature is reached, or the WTD
(watch dog timer) has expired.
The motor profile chosen is active throughout
this step.

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Programming
Cycle Programming continued
Temperature Controlled Fill
Cold and Hot water are added to the machine
while the temperature and level are monitored.
Four parameters must be entered: Level,
Temperature, WDT, and Agitation. The option
functions as follows:
Cold or Hot water is added to the machine
depending upon the temperature set (Hot if the
water temperature is lower than programmed,
or Cold if it is higher) until the programmed
water level is reached. Then the next step of
the cycle can begin. During this phase, the
WDT (watch dog timer) is active, which will flag
a fault if the fill time is longer than the
programmed WDT. The chosen motor routine
is active for this entire process.
Heating
Throughout the programming of the steps,
when heating is inserted, this tells the control to
regulate the temperature. In a step that ends
with a required temperature, the heating value
must be greater than or equal to the step
ending temperature. For example, if 50
degrees was set for heating, but 70 degrees was
required to end the step, the machine could
never reach 70 degrees, causing a fault from
the Watch Dog Timer. In cases where the step
is ended by time or level, the temperature can
be selected from 30 to 93 degrees C. See
Appendix A for details on building a Prewash,
Wash, or Rinse cycle that uses heating.
RPM =
Enter the desired value and press ENTER to
confirm. In Prewash, Wash, Rinse, and Unroll,
the maximum speed is 100 RPM.
Programming Sequence
For Prewash, Wash, Rinse and Unroll, the
programming sequence is as follows:
>Cooling
>Temp Controlled Fill
>Drain
>Cold Water
>Hot Water
>Heating
>Chem 1
>Chem 2
>Chem 3
>Chem 4
>Chem 5
>Aux 1
>Aux Fill
>Aux 2
>Spin Test
>Agitation
>Chem 6
>Chem 7
>Chem 8
>Drain B
>Aux 3
>Signal
>Aux 4
>Aux 5
Agitation
For the agitation function, after pressing
ENTER, you are asked to enter the agitation
(programmed earlier, see pages 8-10). When
you have confirmed the selection with ENTER,
the display shows:

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Programming
Cycle Programming continued
Editing an existing cycle
If the cycle you chose already exists, the display
will show:
NOT BLANK!
At this point, four choices are possible:
KChoose another cycle by pressing STOP
LAccess the existing cycle by pressing
ENTER (to edit step 1), or press
ADVANCE to edit other steps. In this
case, INC or DEC will display the
various segments, and the configuration
can be modified by using the ENTER
and RESET keys to enable/disable a
function, or using ENTER to modify any
numerical value (RPM, Time, etc.) as
described in the previous section.
MInsert one or more steps. To do so,
scroll through the steps by using the
ADVAN key. The display will show
START STEP X for two seconds,
followed by NOT BLANK! To insert a
step, press INS. The new step is inserted
as the current step, and all later steps are
increased by one. For instance, if the
display showed Start Step 2 existing,
and the INS key is pressed, a new step 2
is created, and the old step 2 is now step
3, the old step 4 is now step 5, etc. and
the display changes to:
START STEP x
COOLDOWN? --
Followed by:
You may now proceed to program the new step
using the techniques described earlier. After
confirming storage of the new steps, press
STOP.
NRemove one or more of the steps from
the existing ones. Proceed by pressing
ADVAN as describe above in (3). When
the message
NOT BLANK!
appears after the step you wish to
remove, press the DEL key. The
following message appears:
DELETE?
To confirm deletion of the step, press the
ENTER key or press RESET to cancel the
operation. After confirmation, press the STOP
key to exit.
Each cycle can comprise a maximum of 100
steps.
A total of 400 steps can be programmed.
See the FM7 Stock Programs Listing, included
with your machine, or available from our
website (http://www.bandctech.com) for details
of the cycles included with your machine from
the factory.
Note: The factory programs and cycles can be
altered at will. There is no way to restore the
factory programming without manually
inputting them, or via download with the FM7
programming software, also available for
download on our website.

Funct ion 1 2 3 4
Cool Down
Fill to Temp
Drain
Cold Water
Hot Water Yes Yes
Heating
Chem 1
Chem 2 Yes
Chem 3
Chem 4
Chem 5
Aux 1
Aux Fill
Aux 2
Spin Test
Agitation 1 1 1 1
Speed RPM 42 42 42 42
Chem 6
Chem 7
Chem 8
Drain B
Aux 3
Signal
Aux 4
Aux 5
Level cm 24 24
Temp C
WDT m:s 9:00 5:00
Time m:s 1:00 7:00
End Step
Step
The figure at the right shows a typical fill
bath.
Step 1 - Fill to a water level with hot
water. Watchdog timer of 9:00 allows
time to fill before an alarm is generated.
Step 1 ends when the water level is
reached.
Step 2 - Chemical 2 output is on, Relay
12 (injection flush) is on (not required
for machines with plastic vacuum
breaker). Step 3 ends when a time of
1:00 elapses.
Step 3 - Top off step, same as step 1,
except for a shorter Watch Dog Time.
Step 4 - This is the wash step. No
relays/outputs are on. Step 4 and the
entire cycle are complete when a time of
7:00 elapses.
A note about the Watch Dog Timer:
The Watch Dog Timer makes sure that
the machine reaches level or
temperature in a timely fashion, and
ensures that the water or heat doesn’t
stay on until someone notices a
problem. Don’t be confused - Step 1 will
end when the programmed water level is
reached, NOT when 9 minutes has
elapsed.
Programming
Example Cycle
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Programming
Wash Program Creation
When the machine is stopped, press the START
and RESET buttons together. The display is:
n?
Using the keypad, type 27 and press ENTER.
For two seconds, the display shows:
EDIT PROG. No.
At this prompt, type the program number you
wish to create or edit, followed by the ENTER
key. Again, two situations are possible:
>The Program does not exist and must be
created.
>The Program already exists and can be
viewed and modified.
Creating a new Wash Program
The display reads
NOT FOUND!
for two seconds, then:
C1>?
At this prompt, press ENTER. The display
changes to:
C1>PREWASH = ?
Using the INC or DEC key, you can select the
type of cycle to insert: Prewash, Wash, Spin,
Rinse, and Unroll. For example, if you wish to
insert a wash cycle you have named 3, press
INC until the display changes to:
C1>WASH = ?
Confirm the selection by pressing ENTER. The
display changes to:
C1>WASH = No.
Type 3 on the keypad, the press ENTER. Wash
3 is now stored as the first segment of the
program. The display will prompt you to enter
a second cycle:
C2>?
At this prompt, press ENTER. The choice of
cycle will be displayed as previously. Programs
can be compiled with up to 15 cycles chosen
from those in available in the cycles library (see
the FM7 Stock Programs Listing). The same
cycle can be used repeatedly in a wash
program. After you are through programming,
and have confirmed the last cycle, press STOP
to terminate programming. The display then
shows:
SAVE?
Press ENTER to store the program. Press
RESET to cancel and return to the beginning If
while programming, you enter a wash cycle
that does not exist, the following message will
appear:.
NOT FOUND!
Since the wash cycle doesn’t exist, you will
have to create it before adding it to a wash
program.
Editing an Existing Program
In the event the wash program already exists,
the display will change to:
NOT BLANK!
for two seconds, followed by the display of the
program contents. For example:
C1>RINSE = 1
By using the INC or DEC keys, the various
cycles comprising the wash program can be
viewed. The program can be modified, and
cycles can be added or deleted.
Deleting a Cycle
Using the INC and DEC keys, find the cycle
you wish to delete. While the cycle is
displayed, press the delete key, then press the