Doran 8600 FCS User manual

Operating Instructions For 8600 FCS
Fill Control System
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8600 FCS Functionality:
The Doran 8600 FCS provides a fail safe Indicator and Controller for automated filling
applications. The indicator provides ease of operation for the end user, while supporting the
batch program complexity necessary for any application. As always, the Doran 8600 FCS is
completely washdown safe.
The four different 8600 FCS models offered are: 8600 FCS-1, FCS-2, FCS-3 and FCS-4.
The number after FCS designates how many speeds (relay output controls) the model offers.
For example: The FCS-4 has four speeds, which provides four electromechanical relay
controls.
Model Description
8600FCS-1 1 Relay Control
8600FCS-2 2 Relay Controls
8600FCS-3 3 Relay Controls
8600FCS-4 4 Relay Controls
8600 FCS Operation:
The operation of the 8600 FCS is customized with two programmable features of the
Model 8600:
1. BATCH PROGRAM
The batch programming capability of the Model 8600 is very flexible and gives the ability
to customize the batch operation of the fill control system. The batch program defines the
steps the 8600 FCS must take for each batch filling process.
2. SETPOINT CONFIGURATION
The setpoints define when and how the relay controls react to the weight applied to the
load cells.
Each 8600 FCS application will be automated with a custom batch program. The 8600
FCS is easily configured and customized using the 8600 Setup Program or manually via the
touch panel. The 8600 Setup Program is a Windows® based utility for configuring the Model
8600. Doran recommends using the 8600 Setup Program for configuration of the 8600 FCS.
The 8600 Setup Program is a standard feature with every 8600 FCS.
With 8600 Setup, the batch control program and setpoints can be configured,
downloaded, and saved to a separate file for preservation of indicator data. Refer to
Appendix A for 8600 Remote Configuration Program instructions provided with the software
application.

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8600 FCS Controls:
START: The green button Starts, Pauses, or Stops the batch program. From this one simple
button the user can completely control the batching program. For the start button to
operate the JOG-STOP-RUN toggle switch must be in the RUN position.
1. Place JOG-STOP-RUN in RUN position
2. Press and release to START the batch program.
3. Press and release to PAUSE while batch p rogram is running.
4. Press and release to CONTINUE the batch program while paused.
5. Press and hold for one second to STOP and RESET the batch program.
FILL: Relay control is indicated active with a button/light illuminated for each active
speed. The FILL button/light can also be pressed to manually activate the
corresponding relay control. The JOG-STOP-RUN must be in the JOG position to
manually control each relay control. When JOG-STOP-RUN is in any other position
the manual relay control buttons will be deactivated.
STOP: This is an EMERGENCY STOP switch. Press in to remove power from the relay
controls and reset the batch program. This is a latching switch, so once it is
depressed, the switch will stay depressed until the user rotates clockwise to
reapply power to the circuit. While the STOP switch is depressed, the START and
FILL buttons will not operate.
JOG-STOP-RUN: Selects the operation mode of the relay circuitry.
•RUN activates the START button, which applies power to the relay control
circuitry that is controlled by the batch program.
•OFF removes all power from the relay control circuitry.
•JOG enables the FILL buttons for manual relay control.

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Batch Programming:
The batch programming capability of the Model 8600 is very flexible and gives the ability
to customize the operation of the fill control system. Some elements of the batch program
that can be programmed are pauses, repeats, tests for input switches or contacts, and
setpoint control. For a complete listing see Appendix B.
Setpoints can be configured for continuous operation, latching, ‘dump’ operation, related
to an accumulator, and trip or activate above or below setpoint value.
Note: Refer to the Section 5 Parameter Setup; 8. SETPT, 8.1 SPTOP, 8.2 PREAT, 8.3
TRIP, and 8.4 REL of the Model 8600 Instruction Manual for more information on the
configuration parameters for setpoints.
Batch Example 1
The following configuration parameters are the default settings for a model 8600 FCS.
This will function as a basic fill control that has cutoffs for 4 setpoint controls or speeds:
Parameter Description Selection
1.E OPER Operation BATCH
8.0 Setpoint Operation Type CONT
8.1 Setpoint Trip value GROSS
8.3 Setpoint Trip Criteria HIGHER
The following batch program is entered into 9.0 BATLST:
Program Line Command Description Setpoint Cutoff Point
Line 0: SP0 Activates Setpoint 0 10.00 lb
Line 1: SP1 Activates Setpoint 1 20.00 lb
Line 2: SP2 Activates Setpoint 2 30.00 lb
Line 3: SP3 Activates Setpoint 3 40.00 lb
When the JOG-STOP-RUN is in the RUN position and the START button is pressed, the
batch program starts and Setpoint 0 is active. As the vessel fills and the weight reaches the
value entered in Setpoint 0, Setpoint 0 becomes inactive. Then Setpoint 1 is active until the
weight in the vessel reaches the value in Setpoint 1. This process follows until the value in
Setpoint 3 is met and the batch program ends.
Batch Example 2
Fill control for 3 ingredients and a dump or empty cycle. This also contains a stability test
at the beginning of the cycle, a pause at the end to allow the machinery to reset and a global
repeat to automatically do 5 batches.

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The following configuration parameters have been set for this application:
Parameter Description Selection Notes
1.E OPER Operation BATCH
8.0 Setpoint Operation Type CONT For Setpoints 0-2
8.0 Setpoint Operation Type DUMP For Setpoint 3
8.1 Setpoint Trip value GROSS For all setpoints
8.3 Setpoint Trip Criteria HIGHER For Setpoints 0-2
8.3 Setpoint Trip Criteria LOWER For Setpoint 3
The following batch program is entered into 9.0 BATLST:
Program Line Command Description Setpoint Cutoff Point
Line 0: UUTST Wait for stability
Line 1: SP0 Activate Setpoint 0 10.00 lb
Line 2: SP1 Activate Setpoint 1 20.00 lb
Line 3: SP2 Activate Setpoint 2 30.00 lb
Line 4: SP3 Activate Dump 2.00 lb
Line 5: PAS 0 Pause
Line 6: GREPT (5) Repeat cycle 5 times
This sequence starts by checking for stability of the scale, then Setpoint 0 is activated.
Setpoints 0 thru 2 are activated as in the previous example. Setpoint 3 is active above the
empty threshold of 2.00 lbs. When the vessel empties to 2.00 lbs, Setpoint 3 becomes
inactive. (See the settings for Setpoint 3)
Other commands that could be used with this type of application could be to insert a
Pause (PAS) or Stability check (UUTST) between the last fill Setpoint ( Stpt 2) and the Dump
Setpoint to allow the equipment to become stable before dumping the vessel. Many more
complex batch programs are possible. If you have any questions call Doran Service at
800-262-6844

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Connections to the 8600 FCS:
Load Cell connections:
The load cell or platform is connected to TB1 of the Main Scale PCB assembly. The Main
Board is located on the door of FCS enclosure.
The load cell cable should enter the enclosure using the far left feed thru on the bottom of
the enclosure. Route the cable under the harness going to the door. Feed the cable thru the
ferrite cores on the left wall and loop up to the Main Board.
Make sure that the shield of the load cell cable is connected to chassis ground.
Main Board TB1
Terminal Function
1Chassis Grd
2+ Signal
3- Signal
4+ Excitation
5- Excitation
6+ Sense
7- Sense
8Chassis Grd
Note: If the sense leads are not used, place a jumper between +Sense and +Excitation
and place a jumper between -Sense and -Excitation.

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Connections to the control circuitry:
TB100 Connections
Terminal Function
15 K4 N.O.
14 K4 N.C.
13 K4 Common
12 K3 N.O.
11 K3 N.C.
10 K3 Common
9K2 N.O.
8K2 N.C.
7K2 Common
6K1 N.O.
5K1 N.C.
4K1 Common
3110 vac (Neutral)
2Chassis Ground
1110 vac (Line)

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Appendix A
Batch Programming Instructions For Doran 8600 Set Up Software
This software is designed for an IBM compatible PC operating in a Windows 3.1
environment. This software is provided solely to assist users of the Doran Model 8600 Scale
Indicator in setting up and changing operational parameters. All 8600FCS parameters can be
saved to disk for backup purposes.
For proper communication, connect PC COM port to the 8600 FCS duplex port. The duplex
port is an 8600 FCS Indicator option that is specified upon initial order. See below for cabling
information or contact Doran Sales department for cable purchase pricing.
1) Run Setup 8600 Software.
2) Connect PC to 8600 duplex port.
3) Confirm com port settings by selecting COM.
4) Select SETUP – BATCH PROGRAM.
5) The setup 8600 program will download currently saved program.
6) Double Click on batch steps in COMMAND LIST to place command in currently
selected step to the left.
7) To save to file select FILE – SAVE CURRENT BATCH PROGRAM TO FILE.
8) To update 8600 FCS select FILE – SAVE CURRENT BATCH PROGRAM TO 8600.
Some commands Such as PAUSE 0 will require a parameter, in this case a pause time in
seconds. A window will prompt for any parameter that needs to be defined. To change a
previously placed parameter, Double Click on step in the batch program list window.
Do not leave ‘none’ parameter between batch commands. Once the 8600 FCS batch program
interprets a none command, the batch program stops.
If you have difficulties connecting to the 8600 Setup Program, check cabling information
below and confirm COM settings are correct before calling Doran Service Department. The
Model 8600 must be configured with Rev 3.0 or higher software to work with 8600 Setup.
RS-232 Connector Configuration
9 Pin Connector 25 Pin Connector Connect to 8600*
1,4,6 tie together 4,5 tie together J2-2 Txd
2 Rxd 3 Rxd J2-4 Rxd
3 Txd 2 Txd J2-3 Gnd
5 Gnd 7 Gnd
7,8 tie together 6,8,20 tie together
*See 8600 manual for 8600RSS connections
For 8600 Setup Program installation information, please refer to the 8600 Set Up Software
manual located in the C:\8600 directory listed as "mn118r14.txt".

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Appendix B
Section 7. Batching Mode Operation
The batching mode provides a fully functional batching indicator to meet even the most
demanding of batching applications. The batching function is designed as a 76 step batching
process. For each of the 76 steps any one of 93 commands can be executed as part of the
batching sequence. The commands must be entered in the setup mode, under main menu 9 -
Batch List. A batch sequence is started by pressing the START button and ends when a 'NONE'
command is encountered in a step, or when the START button is pressed and held. If there are
commands issued in steps after a 'NONE' command is executed, they will be ignored.
START/STOP/PAUSE BUTTON
The START push-button is used as the start/stop/pause button. To start the batching
sequence, press the START button momentarily. The indicator will respond with "START" and
the batching sequence will start at step 00. If the START button is pressed at any time during
the batching process, a pause will be issued and the message "PAUSE" will be displayed
momentarily. To restart the batching process, momentarily press the hidden button and the
batching process will continue. The indicator will flash "CONT" on the display before
continuing. Pressing and holding the START button will cause the indicator to stop the batching
operation and turn off all of the batching setpoints called in the batching sequence. The
indicator will display "STOP" momentarily. When in a pause or stop state, all of the setpoints
called in the batching sequence will be disabled.
PAUSES
There are 10 pauses that can be used to pause the batching process either for a period of
time in seconds or until the start/stop/pause button is pressed. The length of the pause can only
be accessed when it is selected in the batch list setup. If a timer value of 0 is entered for the
pause, then the indicator will pause the batch sequence indefinitely until the pause button is
pressed. At that time the batch sequence will continue on to the next step.
Each of the 10 available pauses can be set up for different time delays and can be used as
many times as needed. For example, if a pause of 2 seconds is needed in 3 different parts of
the batch, enter 02 into PAS0 and use PAS0 3 times.
To enter a value into a PAS, go to the step where it is to be used, and select the desired PAS
from the command list. When the correct PAS is selected, press ENTER and the current value
of that PAS will be displayed (if it hasn't been used yet, the value will be 00). To enter a new
value, simply enter the value between 00 and 99 on the numeric keypad and press ENTER
again. The display will show "DONE", signifying that the value has been accepted. Press SETP
to return to the batch list and continue command selection.

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SETPOINTS
The SP0 - SP9 commands initialize the specified setpoints as batching setpoints. All
setpoints will be inactive until they are called within the batching program. When execution of
the batch sequence reaches a SP0 - SP9 command, the specified setpoint becomes active, and
stays that way until the trip criteria is met. The batching sequence will remain at that step in the
sequence until the setpoint trips. Once the setpoint trips, the output is disabled and the next
step in the batch sequence is executed.
The DEFSP command selects the default setpoint, i.e. the currently selected setpoint, as a
batching setpoint. This allows the user to use different setpoints within a batch sequence
without changing the command list.
When a setpoint is set for a state type output (COZ, NET MODE, GROSS MODE,
PAUSED, etc.) the output will always be continuously true for the validity of the state type
selected. For example, for as long as the indicator is within the center of zero and setpoint 0 is
selected to output the state of the COZ, the output of setpoint 0 will be active until the indicator
goes beyond the center of zero.
When a setpoint is designated as a DUMP setpoint, when the DUMP command is issued as a
command in the batching sequence, the setpoint will become active until the gross weight
returns to below the setpoint value entered. This is useful for when a dump operation is required
to empty a vessel until a threshold or an empty point is met. Once the setpoint is achieved and
the dump is completed, the next command will be executed.
The SETS0 - SETS9 and CLRS0 - CLRS9 commands set or clear the specified setpoint,
respectively. For example, a SETS0 command will cause setpoint 0 to be active, while a CLRS0
command will cause it to be inactive. In order to use these commands, the specified setpoints
must be set as 'BAT SET' in 8.0 tyPE in the setup menu.
Note: Only those setpoints called out in the batch program will act as batching setpoints; all
others will operate as if the indicator is in the normal mode of operation.
REVIEW/CHANGE BATCH COMMAND LIST
When selecting the batching command list, you can specify any one of 93 commands in up to
76 steps. To enter a command, select main menu 9.bAtLSt. Once selected, press ACCUM and
the first step (00) in the list will be displayed with the current command for that step. To select
the step to review or change, press ACCUM to increment to the next step or press NET/GROSS
to decrement to the previous step.
There are two ways to select a command for a given step. The easiest way is to enter the 3-
digit command number followed by ENTER (the command list is at the end of this section under
BATLST). The second way to change the command is to press RCL to increment through the

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list of valid commands or CLR to decrement through the list. Once completed, press the SETP
button to return to the main menu.
9. bAtLSt