CIM ME1500 User manual

OPERATOR MANUAL
S.n. Year

MF GROUP Srl. - CIM
Via Serra, 2 - Calderara di Reno
40012 BOLOGNA - Italy
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Reproduction, Modification, complete or partial
translation of this manual is strictly forbidden without
prior written approval of MF GROUP Srl
IMPORTANT:
MF GROUP Srl. cannot be held responsible
for any errors or damages caused by the use of
supplies or spare parts not specifically
approved or guaranteed by MF GROUP Srl - CIM
'ME 1500' is a registered trade mark by MF GROUP Srl - CIM
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INDEX
NOTE: This manual has had sections modified to apply to the ME1500 only. Pages may not
agree with the Index.
0
FOREWORD
5
0.1
Using the workshop manual
6
0.1.1
Importance of the manual
6
0.1.2
Conserving the manual
6
0.1.3
Consultation the manual
6
0.1.4
Symbols used in the manual
7
0.2
Procedure for updating manual in case of modification to machine
9
0.3
Order original replacement parts
9
1
GENERAL INFORMATION
10
1.1
General information
11
1.2
Electrical specification
11
1.3
Equipment classification and standard reference
12
1.4
Physical environment and operating conditions
12
1.5
Dimensions and weight
12
1.6
Embossing capacity
12
1.7
Cautions
13
1.8
Environmental recommendations
14
1.9
Safety instructions
15
1.10
Declarations of conformity
16
2
UNPACKING
18
2.1
Unpacking
19
3
INSTALLATION
20
3.1
Checking the accessories
21
3.2
Electrical connections
22
3.3
Choosing the working place
22
3.4
Advise and care during the installation
23
3.5
Switching on and controlling the display
24
4
OVERALL DESCRIPTION
25
4.1
Overall parts descriptions
26
4.1.1
The top door
26
4.1.2
The console
27
4.1.3
The indicator lamps
27
4.2
Stored configuration and replacing lithium battery
27
5
HOW TO PRODUCE ONE CARD
28
5.1
How to produce one card
29
5.2
Setting the machine
29
5.2.1
Loader adjustment
30
5.2.2
Embossing pressure adjustment
31
5.3
Switching on the machine
32
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6
MAINTENANCE
33
6.1
Scheduled lubrication
34
6.2
Recommended lubricants
34
6.3
General maintenance by the operator
35
6.3.1
Carriage oiling
35
6.3.2
Plate loader oiling
35
6.4
Technical maintenance
36
6.4.1
Oiling the jaws
36
6.4.2
Lubricating the motor pulley bearing
37
6.5
Safety interlock switch functional test
37
7
TROUBLE SHOOTING
38
7.1
Error messages and problem solving
39
8
THE MACHINE’S SET UP
41
8.1
Setup procedure
42
8.2
Keyboard description
42
8.3
Menu description
44
8.3.1
Modifying the parameters
44
8.4
General programming of the machine
46
8.5
Configuration parameters
48
8.6
Serial port programming
49
8.7
Mechanical parameters adjustment
50
8.8
Protocol settings
51
8.9
Password
54
8.10
Embossing configuration
54
8.11
Keypad lcd setting
56
8.12
Reset of parameters
58
8.13
Displaying the counters
58
8.14
Card test list
59
8.15
Reset of the machine
59
9
HOW TO UPDATE THE FW removed temporarily.
60
9.1
Introduction
61
9.2
Connection procedure
61
9.3
Firmware download procedure
61
9.4
Verify the connection and connect
61
10
LCD EDIT
63
10.1
Lcd edit availability
64
10.2
Enabling the off-line mode
64
10.3
Format menu
65
10.4
Format change
64
10.5
Emboss data entry
65
10.6
Edit embossed cards
66
10.7
Format –general
66
10.8
Setting up a format
67
10.9
Designing individual fields
68
10.10
Storing the format
69
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FOREWORD 0
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0.1 USING THE WORKSHOP MANUAL
0.1.1 Importance of the manual
This manual contains the instruction for putting into service, using and maintenance of the ME 1500.
Before to install and put into service the machine we recommended that you carefully read all the
instruction in this manual, with particular reference to chapters 1, 2 and 3, as the effectiveness of any
servicing operation depends on the correct and methodical application of the information contained
herein.
If you run into difficulties or set back, MF GROUP Srl –CIM will be happy to provide you with the
necessary advice and assistance. MF GROUP Srl –CIM declines any liability for any injury or damage
resulting form incorrect or unsuitable operations.
MF GROUP Srl –CIM reserves the right to make any modifications aimed at improving its
products without prior notification.
Please ensure that any amendments or updates you may receive are kept the original version of this
manual.
0.1.2 Conserving the manual
Do not tear or remove pages from the manual, or overwrite any parts of the manual for
any reason. Keep the manual in safe place protected from excess heat and humidity.
0.1.3 Consultation the manual
This manual comprises:
COVER PAGE IDENTIFYING THE TYPE OF PRODUCT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTRUCTIONS AND/OR NOTES ON THE PRODUCT
The INSTRUCTIONS AND/OR NOTES ON THE PRODUCT define the safe working practices, correct
procedures and skill required to service the machine correctly.
Please note that some of the illustrations in the manual, which are included to help you identify the
parts described in the text, show standard machine modules and therefore may differ in some details
with respects to the product in your possession.
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0.1.4 Symbols used in the manual
The Safety symbols and notices shown below are used throughout this manual to draw the
reader’s attention to the hazards associated with particular procedures and operations which could
result in damage to the machine or personal injury, or to indicate good working practices.
The same warning symbols are also placed on the machine to indicate dangerous areas.
MEANING OF THE SYMBOLS
GENERAL OPERATIONAL NOTE
PAY ATTENTION TO THE SYMBOLS
AND TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
ADJACENT TEXT.
Safety notice (rectangular): you must use the protection shown in the notices when carrying out
the operation in question to avoid risk of personal injury.
PROTECT YOUR HANDS (WEAR GLOVES)
PROTECT YOUR EYES (WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES)
PROTECT YOR HEARING (HEAD PHONES)
Danger warning signs (triangular): General warning of risk of personal injury or damage to the product:
CAUTION! GENERAL DANGER
CAUTION! HIGH TENSION
CAUTION! HIGH TEMPERATURE HAZARD
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CAUTION! RISK OF CRUSHING
CAUTION! MOVING MACHINE COMPONENTS
Prohibition notices (circular) denoting operations which are expressly prohibited to avoid risk of
personal injury.
THE OPERATION INDICATED IN THE TEXT IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED
IT IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED TO CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE WORK IN
THE PRESENCE OF MOVING PARTS
IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN TO REMOVE THE SAFETY PROTECTION. THESE
SAFETY GUARDS SHOULD BE REMOVED ONLY BY SPECIALISED AND
AUTHORIZED TECHNICAL PERSONS WHO HAVE TAKEN CARE TO ADOPT
ALL SECURITY MEASURES TO AVOID ANY RISK OF DANGER AND INJURY.
EARTHED CABLES
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES GROUND REFERENCE POINT.
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0.2 PROCEDURE FOR UPDATING MANUAL IN CASE OF MODIFICATIONS TO MACHINE
If the MACHINE or MANUAL are MODIFED in any way, an UPDATE will be sent for insertion into the
Manual.
0.3 ORDER ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT PARTS
To help us provide a fast and efficient service, always specify the following information when ordering
replacement parts:
- ME1500 type as indicated on nameplate;
- Serial number as indicated on nameplate and stamped on crankcase;
- Quantity of each item required.
- Code of required part.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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