Deitz Pharmafill TC3 User manual

Model TC3 Electronic Counter
Operation Manual

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CONTENTS
1. General Illustrations...................................................................................pgs II thru XI
2. Safety Reminder.............................................................................................................1
3. Introduction....................................................................................................................2
4. Specifications.................................................................................................................4
5. Installation and Commissioning
5.1. Unpacking ..........................................................................................................5
5.2. Connect Electric, Compressed Air and Blower Air ............................................6
5.3. Systems Check ....................................................................................................8
6. General Information
6.1. Standard Features And Capabilities....................................................................9
7. Controls
7.1. Control Panel Components................................................................................11
7.2. Operator Interface Display Panel (HMI) - Overview........................................13
7.3. Run Mode..........................................................................................................14
7.4. Speed Ajustment................................................................................................16
7.5. Menu 1. Adjust Settings....................................................................................17
7.6. Menu 2. Fill One ...............................................................................................19
7.7. Menu 3. Index One............................................................................................21
7.8. Menu 4. Half-step Index....................................................................................22
7.9. Menu 5. Check Count........................................................................................23
7.10. Menu 6. Technician Only..................................................................................25
7.11. Counting Sensor................................................................................................27
8. Counting and Filling
8.1. Product Guide Adjustments...............................................................................29
8.2. Bottle Gating Cylinder Positioning...................................................................33
8.3. Bottle Sensor Positioning..................................................................................35
8.4. Testing To Establish Parameters.......................................................................36
8.5. First - Use Check Count Mode..........................................................................36
8.6. Second - Use Fill One Mode.............................................................................36
8.7. Last - Use Run Mode.........................................................................................36
8.8. Summary ...........................................................................................................37
9. Breakdown, Cleaning and Buildup
9.1. Breakdown of Remove-To-Clean Contact Parts (Summary)............................38
9.2. Breakdown of Remove-To-Clean Contact Parts (Illustrated)...........................40
9.3. Buildup of Remove-To-Clean Contact Parts (Summary) .................................47
9.4. Clean-In-Place Contact Areas ...........................................................................49
9.5. Cleaning Non-Contact Areas.............................................................................49
9.6. Cleaning Recommendations..............................................................................49
10. Technical Information
10.1. Principle of Operation.......................................................................................51
10.2. Cycle of Operation ............................................................................................52
10.3. Troubleshooting.................................................................................................53
10.4. Index of Technical Notes/Drawings..................................................................55
(Technical Notes/Drawings Begin After Last Page)

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Section 1 - GENERAL ILLUSTRATIONS
1.1 - Front View
CONTROL
PANEL
AUTO-FEED
SENSOR
CABLE
DUST
COVER
HOLDER
PRODUCT
GUIDES
AIR
MANIFOLD
SUPPLY
SENSOR
BACKUP
SENSOR
START
SENSOR
RIM
BAND
RIM
DUST
COVER
GATING CYLINDERS
HOPPER
HOPPER
DOOR
STACK LIGHT
COUNTING
HEAD

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1.2 - Overhead View
PRODUCT GUIDE
(LONG, POINTED)
GLASS DISC
(UNDER CENTER HUB)
AUTO-FEED
SENSOR
AIR
MANIFOLD
ADJUSTABLE
GUIDE
BLOCK
DISPLAY
PANEL
RUN
CONTROL
SWITCHES
S
DEFLECTOR
ARM
FLOW
GUIDE
AIR
NOZZLES
AIR GUIDE
ASSEMBLY
PRODUCT
GUIDE PLATE
GUIDE CHUTE
CENTER HUB

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1.3 - Counting Head
CENTERING
WHEEL
TRAP (CLOSED)
DIVIDER
FLAG
GUIDE CHUTE
CLEAR COVER
COUNTING
SENSOR
TRAP (OPEN)
CLEAR HEAD
COVER
FUNNEL
TRAP FLAG
COUNTING
WINDOW

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1.4 - Power Switches
COMPONENT
FUSES ARE
BEHIND THIS
PANEL
MAIN POWER
DISCONNECT
SWITCH
START BUTTON
EMERGENCY
STOP BUTTON
(TWIST RELEASE)

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1.5 - Right Side Rear
BLOWER
POWER OUTLET
FEEDER
BLOWER
AIR HOSE
HOPPER
AIR MANIFOLD
HEAD
CENTERING
WHEEL
COUNTING
SENSOR
FEEDER PAN
(SIEVE
INSIDE)
COMPRESSED
AIR CONNECTIONS
CHIP CHUTE
LIFT
PLATFORM
COOLING FAN

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1.6 -Left Side Rear
CHIP CHUTE
(CLEAR COVER)
FEEDER
POWER
CORD
MAIN AC IN
POWER
CORD
STACKLIGHT
CABLE
AUTO-FEED
SENSOR
CABLE
FEEDER
SENSOR
FIBER OPTIC
CABLES

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1.7 - Glass Disc, Ring Nut, Washer
1.8 - Clear Rim Cover, Center Hub Knob
GLASS DISC (20”)
DISC SUPPORT RING
(BONDED TO DISC)
CLEAR
PLASTIC
WASHER
RING NUT
CLEAR RIM DUST
COVER
CENTER HUB
KNOB

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1.9 - Guide Block Assembly (Left Side)
1.10 - Guide Block Assembly (Right Side)
PRODUCT
GUIDE
GUIDE BLOCK
SHIELD
CLEAR CHUTE
COVER
CHUTE COVER
MOUNTING
BLOCK
PRODUCT
GUIDE PLATE
GUIDE
BLOCK
GUIDE PLATE
GUIDE PLATE
CLAMPING
BLOCK
CLEAR
CHUTE
COVER
FLOW GUIDE

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1.11 - Center Hub, Deflector Arm, Auto-Feed Sensor
1.12 - Counting Head Breakdown Parts
DEFLECTOR
ARM
CENTER HUB
SENSOR
TARGET
AUTO-FEED
SENSOR
TRAP
FLAG
DIVIDER
FLAG
SIDE
BLOCK
CLEAR COVER
CENTER BLOCK
BACK PLATE
SIDE
BLOCK
DEFLECTOR
SPRING

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1.13 - Counting Head Breakdown Parts (Cont’d)
1.14 –Feeder Chute Sieves
FUNNEL
BLOCK
BLOCK
FUNNEL
(4 SIZES)
SOLID SIEVE
.156” HOLES
.188 HOLES
.250 HOLES
CLEAR
CHUTE
COVER
COUNTING
WINDOW
COUNTING
SENSOR
COUNTING
SENSOR
COVER
COUNTING
SENSOR
FIBER OPTIC
CABLES
FUNNEL
HOLDER
BLOCK

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Section 2 - SAFETY REMINDER
Warning
This machine contains moving parts and
operates automatically. This may present a
hazard to personnel.
Never operate this machine with any covers or guards removed or any guard switches or
safety devices removed or bypassed.
Only people who have been correctly trained should operate or clean this machine.
Only people who are correctly qualified and trained should carry out maintenance,
installation or any other service work.
Never clean or service the machine without
isolating the electrical supply and isolating the
air supply.
Always test for the presence of voltage before touching or working on electrical
components.
Note that there might be other requirements that could apply.
Refer to the manuals supplied by the component manufacturers for further safety
instructions.

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Section 3 - INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Pharmafill Model TC3 Automatic Pill Counter. We at Deitz
Company hope you will find that the Model TC3 meets or exceeds your expectations and
requirements for an affordable, reliable and innovative addition to your packaging operation.
Pharmafill products are designed and manufactured by Deitz Company Inc., in Wall, NJ, USA.
We have manufactured machinery for the bottle filling industry since 1966 and started our
Pharmafill line in 1993. We are a small (but growing) family-owned business that emphasizes
quality, innovation and superior customer service.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact us by phone or visit our website. Chances
are someone whose last name is Deitz will handle your inquiry personally.
Deitz Company Inc.
PO Box 1108
1750 Route 34
Wall, NJ, USA 07719
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail [email protected] or
[email protected]
Web site deitzco.com or
pharmafill.com
The operation manual is designed to make it easier for you to know the machine and to make use
of its intended range of operation. It contains important instructions on how to operate the
machine safely, adequately and economically. Observing these instructions helps to avoid risks,
to reduce cost for repair work and machine downtime, and enhances the machine’s operational
reliability and lifetime.
The operation instructions are to be supplemented by further instructions due to existing national
regulations on accident prevention and environmental protection.
If used in compliance with the instructions contained in this manual and provided that safety
devices are regularly maintained and properly working, this machine is not dangerous to the
operator.
This manual is to be kept accessible to all operators using this machine and it is assumed that
before use the operator will read fully, and understand this manual and will follow instruction
stated within.

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Section 3 –INTRODUCTION (Cont’d)
As this machine may be used in the packaging of hazardous substances the operator should be
aware of the precautions required for these substances.
In addition to the operating instructions and the binding regulations on accident prevention valid
in the country where the machine is being used and at its operational site, the recognized
technical rules on safe and proper working have to be observed as well.
These operating instructions and the information contained therein have been compiled with due
care and attention. However, DEITZ COMPANY does not take any responsibility for misprints,
translation errors or other errors and any damages resulting there from.
DEITZ COMPANY retains the right to make changes in the described products to improve
functionality, reliability and design. The measurements or data shown on schematics, sketches
and photos are not binding. They are for description purposes.
The information and drawings found in the operation manual are the intellectual property of
DEITZ COMPANY and may not be copied or given to third parties.
LEGAL NOTICE: DEITZ COMPANYTM, PHARMAFILLTM and any graphic representations of
the same are legal trademarks of Deitz Company Inc. and may not be used by others without
specific written permission from Deitz Company.

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Section 4 –SPECIFICATIONS
(Also see technical information at end of manual)
GENERAL
Model TC3 Automatic Pill Counter
Description Fully Automatic Electronic Counting Filler
Type AD1115
Product Capability Most solid oral dose tablets, capsules and caplets.
Maximum width or diameter: 0.9 inch (22 mm)
Maximum length: 0.9 inch (22 mm)
Maximum height: 0.4 inch (10 mm)
Maximum Counting Rate Typical coated tablet, diameter .25 inch: 2500-3000 per minute
Typical capsule, size 00: 1000-1500 per minute
Maximum Filling Rate 50-60 bottle per minute
Accuracy Typically 99.99% (1 error per 10,000 pills) at optimal conditions
INPUTS
Voltage 110 VAC 1
Cycles 50/60 HZ
Phase 1
Amperage 6.0A peak
Compressed Air 80 PSI [550 kPa], consumes less than 1.0 CFM [28 LPM]
AIR MUST BE FREE OF WATER VAPOR AND OIL
Room Humidity 85% RH non-condensing
DIMENSIONS
Floor foot print 25” wide x 37” deep [62cm X 94cm]
Hopper height Variable from 61” to 70” [155cm to 178cm] 2
Overall height Variable from 75” to 84” [191cm to 214cm]
Bottle height Up to 10”[25cm] 3
Weight 300 lbs [136 Kg]
OTHER
Hopper Capacity 1.9 cu. ft [.054 m3], or 2.8 cu. ft [.079 m3] with 6” extension
Glass Disc Float Glass 20” diam. X 1/4" thickness [50 cm x 6 mm]
Construction Materials See Section 10 –Contact Compliance Document
Notes:
1. Other input voltages are available as factory options if specified at the time of order
2. May be adjusted further by adjusting or modifying leveling feet.
3. Bottle height based on 34” [86cm] high conveyor surface.

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Section 5 - INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING
5.1 - Unpacking
❑Carefully remove the cardboard cover from the pallet.
❑Remove all packing materials any additional boxes that may be inside.
❑Remove the threaded rods, washers and nuts that hold the machine to the pallet.
❑Remove the machine from the pallet and position on the floor.
❑Remove any shrink-wrap, bubble wrap and/or protective cardboard inserts.
❑Inspect all supplied equipment for damage.
❑If any damage is present please notify DEITZ COMPANY immediately.
❑VERY IMPORTANT: Refer to Section 9: “Cleaning – Breakdown and Buildup” to
remove the last of the packing material and for cleaning prior to first use. DO NOT
attempt to operate the machine before all packing material is removed.
❑Connect compressed air, electrical power and then test. See the procedure on the
following pages.

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5.2 - Connect Electric, Compressed Air And Blower Air
1. Locate the main power cord at the
rear of the machine. Plug this into your
110 VAC 6A outlet.
2. Locate the compressed air filter-
regulator at the rear of the machine.
Attach the air line from your
compressor here.
3. Confirm that the air tube coming out
of the filter regulator is attached to the
machine as shown here.
4. Lift (to unlock) the knob on the
regulator and turn until the gage
indicates 80 PSI. Press the knob down
to lock.
MAIN
POWER
CORD
TO
110 VAC
OUTLET
COMPRESSED
AIR
FILTER-REGULATOR
(ADJUST TO 80 PSI)
COMPRESSED
AIR IN
1/4-NPT
TO TC3
COMPRESSED
AIR IN
FROM FILTER

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5.2 - Connect Electric, Compressed Air And Blower Air (Cont’d)
5. Locate the blower power cord and
the blower air hose at the rear of the
lift platform.
6. Plug the blower power cord from
the lift platform into the blower power
outlet on the back of the TC3.
7. Attach the blower air hose from the
lift platform to the 1-1/4” opening at
the rear of the air manifold tube.
BLOWER
POWER
CORD
BLOWER
AIR
HOSE
BLOWER
POWER
OUTLET
AIR
MANIFOLD
OPENING
BLOWER
AIR
HOSE

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5.3- Systems Check
1. Turn on the Main Power Switch by
rotating it clockwise.
2. Twist and release the E-stop button.
3. Press the START button.
4. Confirm that the Control Panel
lights.
5. Confirm that the counting sensor
lights.
6. Press the RESET button several
times and confirm that the divider flag
flips back and forth smoothly and
quickly.
7. Press the TRAP button several
times and confirm that the trap flag
flips back and forth smoothly (but not
as quickly as the divider flag).
COUNTING
SENSOR
DIVIDER
FLAG
DISPLAY
PANEL
MAIN
POWER
SWITCH
START
E-STOP
POWER
LIGHT
TRAP
FLAG
RESET
BUTTON
TRAP
BUTTON