DRIFTON 206-DF User manual

Drifton A/S
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Drifton high precision dispenser for liquid
Operation Manual (GB)
Drifton 206-DF

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Introduction
You have selected a reliable, high quality high precision dispenser from Drifton A/S.
The dispenser will provide you with years of trouble-free, productive service. The operation manual will help
you maximize the usefulness of your new dispenser.
Please spend a few minutes to become familiar with the controls and features. Follow our recommended
testing procedures. Review the helpful information we have included, which is based on several years of
industrial dispensing experience.
Most questions you will have are answered in this Operation Manual. However, if you need assistance,
please do not hesitate to contact Drifton A/S at telephone [phone] or [e-mail] or an
authorized distributor.
Our goal is to build not only the finest equipment and components, but also to build long-term customer
relationships founded on superb quality, service, value and trust.
Drifton A/S
The science of dispensing

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Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
Started................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Principles........................................................................................................................................................... 4
Dispenser Hookup............................................................................................................................................. 5
DRIFTON Digital Dispenser Eight Programs - Three Modes .......................................................................... 6
Drifton 206-DF - Specifications:................................................................................................................... 6
Drifton 206-DF - Connections Drawing:....................................................................................................... 6
Drifton 206-DF - Control Panel..................................................................................................................... 7
Drifton 206-DF - Setup for Testing............................................................................................................... 8
Application Art.................................................................................................................................................. 9
1. Making Timed Deposits of Medium to Thick Fluids................................................................................ 9
2. Changing Deposit Size, Drawing Stripes.................................................................................................. 9
3. Setting the Deposit Size............................................................................................................................. 9
4. How to Use the Vacuum Control:............................................................................................................ 10
5. Piston Function........................................................................................................................................ 11
6. Filling the Syringe Barrel........................................................................................................................ 11
Suggestions on Settings................................................................................................................................... 12
Helpful Hints................................................................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting Guide.................................................................................................................................... 13
Guarantee......................................................................................................................................................... 14

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Started
First: Unpack and see the pack list enclosed with the Dispenser, then check all items. If there is any
discrepancy, please call us immediately.
Second: Power and compressed plant air should be available where the dispenser is to be set up. Be certain
your plant air is properly filtered and dry and a regulated, constant air pressure is supplied to the dispenser.
We have organized this operation manual to provide setup and testing procedures for the High precision
Series dispensers.
Next: We will tell you how to dispense low viscosity fluid using the vacuum control and how to dispense
high viscosity liquid.
Principles
Drifton high precision air pressure regulated dispenser ensures a very uniform dispensing of media. Due to a
high quality solenoid valve it can dispense repeatedly, very consistent and fast.
Drifton dispenser components: syringes, pistons, high-precision tip, adapter, high precision controller
(timing, pressure) is easy to operate and has a small volume. It only uses a little electricity and pressure.
Maximum pressure is 7 bar; it can be applied to different viscosity of fluid materials and has vacuum suction
to prevent liquid down flow.

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Dispenser Hookup
1. Connect the air input hose to a plant air source. Set plant air supply within 80 to 100 psi.
2. Attach the air input hose coupling to the dispenser.
3. Plug in the polarized foot pedal connector. Connect the foot pedal to the back of the dispenser
4. Check the voltage label on the input voltage selector cartridge. Connect the power cord into the back
of the dispenser. Connect the power cord into your local power source. (AC110V-220V / 50Hz)
5. Attach the 30cc barrel refilled with test fluid, maximum 2/3 full.
6. Use the correct Drifton piston to insert the barrel. Push the piston down into the barrel.
7. Remove the end cap, connect to the adapter assembly, twist clockwise to lock.
8. Push the black male quick-connector on the syringe barrel adapter assembly into the front of the
dispenser.
9. Remove the tip cap and replace it with an appropriate Drifton tip cap. Place the syringe barrel in the
barrel holder.
10. Initial setup is now complete. At this point you are now ready to set up your dispensing flow rate and
time to suit your application needs.
11. Note: Always use the lowest possible pressure and the largest possible tip size. The combination of
the lowest possible output pressure + largest possible tip size + longest possible dispense duration =
most consistent and accurate deposits.
12. During the initial testing, you will not use the vacuum control. Keep this control shut off (turned
completely clockwise - do not force)

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DRIFTON Digital Dispenser
Eight Programs - Three Modes
Drifton 206-DF - Specifications:
Dispensing time: 0.001S-99.99S
Internal Memory: 8 Memory locations
Air Input: 7KgF/cm2
Air Output: 0.1–7KgF/cm2
Repeatability: +/-0.01%
Min depot: 0.005ml
Work Frequency: >600 times/minute
Input AC: 110V or 220V 50Hz
Internal Voltage: 24 VDC
Input Power Required: < 15W
Weight: < 3.5Kg
Cabinet Dimensions: 28.1x21x7cm
Approvals: CE
Drifton 206-DF - Connections Drawing:
①Foot pedal switch ②Power line. ③Air input hose
④Adapter assembly ⑤Male quick-connect

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Drifton 206-DF - Control Panel
① Pressure gauge ②Pressure regulator ③Vacuum regulator
④Barrel connector ⑤Time setting ⑥Interval setting
⑦Power switch
① Power input receptacle ②Air input connect
③Foot pedal switch/finger switch ④Air exhaust port

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Drifton 206-DF - Setup for Testing
When you begin testing, the Power switch should be off.
The amount of material dispensed in each cycle depends on the combination of air pressure, time of air
pulse, viscosity of material and dispensing tip size.
The first step is to remove the tip cap from the prefilled barrel of test material. Replace it with a 14 gauge
tapered dispensing tip. Press the tip on and twist clockwise to lock.
Second Pull out air pressure regulator knob until it "clicks" into the unlocked position. Turn clockwise to
adjust the air pressure to 30 psi (2.1bar) for the initial tests.
Always set the pressure desired by turning the air regulator knob clockwise. To reduce the pressure, turn the
knob counterclockwise until the gauge reads a lower pressure than desired. Then increase and stop at desired
pressure. Push knob in to lock.
Pressure regulator Turn clockwise - increase pressure
Turn counterclockwise - decrease pressure
Third: Press power switch to turn on the dispenser.
Fourth: Press the “Auto/Man” button to choose the “Man”. The time display will automatically show the
best bits of time. (example: 0.100 seconds), then press any one of 1-8 to set the time, already almost
complete set of quantitative, touch the foot switch every time to drop a quantitative fluid.
Fifth: Multi-function: Can set the size of eight different points, according to the fourth step to set the size
you want of eight different dots. Press the point size you want, it will set the size according to you for
dispensing.
Sixth: Be sure the barrel vacuum control is turned off. The vacuum volume should be “0” when testing.
If you want to test vacuum suction, take some water in the barrel firstly and fasten the tip, then adjust the
vacuum regulator. When your turn it counterclockwise, you will find that the water doesn’t drip. If the
suction of vacuum is too high, the water will rise into the barrel.

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Application Art
1. Making Timed Deposits of Medium to Thick Fluids
You are now ready to test the prefilled, nontoxic test fluid. This material is representative of thick, non-
leveling fluids like sealants, pastes or greases.
Check your initial settings:
a) Adjust air gauge
b) Timer setting
c) Tapered tip is on the test barrel
d) Set “Man” button
Holding the barrel as shown, rest the tip on a piece of paper, then press the
foot pedal until the tip fills and some fluid is pushed out onto the paper.
Repeat this whenever you change to a new tip.
2. Changing Deposit Size, Drawing Stripes
The dot size is determined by the tip diameter, the output air pressure setting
and the pulse time. For large dots, use a large tip, higher pressure and more
time. Normally, you want to use as short a time pulse as possible. To increase
the dot size, slightly increase output air pressure, or increase tip size, or both.
To make stripes, press the “Man” button. With the tip in contact with the test
sheet, press and hold down the foot pedal while making a bead or stripe.
Remember: always bring the tip into contact with the work surface at the
illustrated angle, after the tip is in position, pres the foot pedal release pedal
and remove tip by lifting straight up.
3. Setting the Deposit Size
Test different time and air pressure to get the wanted dispensing volumes.
For medium to high viscosity glue, use a tapered tip.
For low viscosity glue, use a metal tip with a smaller gauge.
For micro dispensing volumes, select low pressure (0~30psi).
Note:
First select the suitable pressure, from low to high, adjusting slowly.
1. Adjust the air pressure according to the viscosity
Aqueous glue –Pressure 0.1 ~ 1.0 bar (1.5~15 psi)
Low viscosity glue –Pressure 1.5~2.0 bar (22~30 psi)
Medium viscosity glue –Pressure 2.0~3.0 bar (30~45 psi)
High viscosity glue –Pressure 3.0~5.0 bar (45~75 psi)

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2. For low viscosity glue you should open the vacuum switch to prevent dripping.
3. Remove the air in the glue and piston.
4. How to Use the Vacuum Control:
The vacuum control allows low viscosity liquids, even water, to be consistently dispensed without dripping
between cycles. The vacuum exerts a negative pressure on the liquid in the barrel and prevents dripping.
For these tests, you will use the test barrel with the clear fluid.
1. While holding the barrel upright in one hand, remove the orange end cap and insert the piston.Allow
an air gap as shown.
2. Attach the barrel to the adapter. Snap the safety clip tightly closed to prevent any dripping or
bubbling. Remove the tip cap and attach the tip.
3. Set air pressure and the time.
4. Press the “Man” button.
5. With the barrel pointing downward over a container,
unsnap the safety clip. Then press the foot pedal to fill the
tip.
6. If a drop begins to form at the end of the tip, slowly turn
the vacuum control knob counterclockwise to stop the
drop from growing. Wipe the tip and adjust vacuum as
necessary. Normally, only 1 to 2 psi of vacuum pressure
is necessary.
7. Press the “Auto”-button to return to the preset dispense
time.
8. Take the barrel and place the tip on the test sheet. Press
the foot pedal. Check the dot size. Increase or decrease
by adjusting pressure or time.
If you choose not to use the piston, please follow these instructions carefully:
1. While holding the barrel upright in one hand, twist on an orange tip cap. Using the small funnel, fill
about 2/3 full with your fluid.
2. Open the safety clip and attach the barrel to the adapter.
3. Close the safety clip as tight as possible.
4. Increase vacuum by turning vacuum control knob counterclockwise and set to 1.5 on the vacuum
pressure gauge.
5. Then, without tipping the barrel upside down, remove the tip cap and attach the 25 gauge (red) tip.
6. Open the safety clip. Your material may begin to bubble. Reduce vacuum by turning vacuum control
knob clockwise.
7. If a drop begins to form at the end of the tip, slowly turn the vacuum control knob counterclockwise
to stop the drop from growing. Wipe the tip and adjust vacuum as necessary.
Now the fluid is in proper balance. It does not bubble or drip.
Repeat tests as before, keeping the air pressure low and adjusting the time for different deposit sizes.
Contact Drifton service if you have any questions.
Two things to remember (if you do not use the piston when dispensing thin fluid)
1. Do not tip the barrel upside down or lay flat, this will cause the liquid to run into the dispenser.
2. When changing tips or attaching a tip cap, snap the safety clip completely closed to prevent any
dripping or bubbling.

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5. Piston Function
The pistons makes barrel filling easier. As you load the fluid in, air is
trapped in the bottom and throughout the fluid. Simply insert a piston and
gently press down on the fluid as far as possible. This action forces out
most of the air and results in consistent deposits.
A piston prevents fluids backflow. No air gap when using the piston
Using a piston has several advantages
1. Vacuum adjustment is much less sensitive.
2. The piston prevents fumes from the fluid being exhausted
into the work environment.
3. The piston prevents fluid backflow into the dispenser if the
barrel is inadvertently turned upside down.
4. Using the piston makes it easy and safe to change tips
without dripping.
5. Press the “Man” button.
6. With the barrel pointing downward over a container, unsnap
the safety clip. Then press the foot pedal to fill the tip.
Note: For best results, we strongly recommend that you use a piston
as part of your dispensing system.
6. Filling the Syringe Barrel
Caution: Do not completely fill syringe barrels. The optimum fill is a maximum
2/3 of the barrel capacity and 1/2 of the barrel capacity when using the Drifton
blue LV Barrier piston.
If the fluid you are dispensing is procurable, take the syringe barrel, twist on
a tip cap and pour your fluid in.
Insert a white piston and carefully press down until it contacts the fluid. The
syringe barrel is now ready for use.
If your fluid is thick or non-leveling, you can spoon it into the syringe barrel
with a spatula.

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Suggestions on Settings
1. Use Drifton pistons to make barrel loading, dispensing and handling cleaner, safer and more
accurate.
Caution: If you dispense watery fluids and choose not to use Drifton pistons, do not increase
vacuum pressure rapidly and do not tip the barrel. Vacuum may pull fluid into the adapter hose, or if
the syringe barrel is tipped, fluid may flow back into the dispenser.
2. Always use new syringe barrels and tips. Carefully dispose of after use. This procedure ensures
maximum cleanliness, prevents contamination and provides proper safety.
3. To ensure smooth fluid flow and to make consistent deposits, keep the dispense tip at a 45° angle to
the work surface.
4. To reduce air pressure, turn the knob counterclockwise until the display reads at a lower-than needed
pressure setting. Then turn clockwise to increase pressure until you reach the correct setting.
5. Avoid high pressure settings with very small deposit settings. The ideal setup matches air pressure
and tip size to create a “workable” flow rate –no splashing, but not too slow either.
6. With any fluid, always give the air pressure time to do its job. Moderate time and pressure provides
the best results since dispensing pressure remains at its peak for a longer period of time.
Helpful Hints
1. There are three core variables to the dispenser: dispense time, pressure and vacuum. Adjust just one
of these at a time, in small increments, to achieve the correct deposit.
2. Another variable is tip size. Choose the right tip for the deposit type. Remember, smaller tips require
more pressure and more dispense time. Try different tips without changing the dispense time or
pressure settings and observe the results.
3. Tapered tips reduce the amount of air pressure needed to dispense thick materials. They also help
prevent drooling at the end of a dispense cycle.
4. Do not completely fill the syringe barrel. For most fluids, optimum fill is a maximum 2/3 of the
barrel capacity. For cyanoacrylates or watery fluids, optimum fill is 1/2 of the barrel capacity.

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Troubleshooting Guide
A Drifton Customer Service or Technical Services representative is always available to assist you with any
question you may have about your Dispensing System. Please feel free to call or email us at the addresses on
the front cover of this manual book.
No fluid being
dispensed
Check the power supply connection and DC power supply to the unit.
Check the main air supply and primary regulator.
Check to make sure that the main air supply is connected to the back of the unit and
has not come loose.
Check to make sure that the regulator is turned off (fully counterclockwise).
If dispensing high viscosity materials, try increasing output air pressure slightly.
Vacuum level is set to high.
Barrel adapter safety clip may be clamped shuts.
Inconsistent
dispense output
Check the dispensing tip, barrel and material for possible contamination or clogs.
Note: Dispensing System Components are disposable. Do not attempt to reuse.
Check for air supply pressure fluctuation.
Air bubbles in the fluid path and entrapped air within the fluid may cause
inconsistency. For best dispensing results, remove all entrapped air before dispensing.
Vacuum level is set to high.
Barrel adapter safety clip may be clamped shut.

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Guarantee
Thanks you for selecting Drifton high precision liquid dispenser.
Warranty
1. Warranty duration: 1 year from the date of purchasing (Doesn’t include the free items and
consumables).
2. Warranty cards should be filled and sealed by the sales agent.
3. Sales agent should perform the obligations of warranty and maintenance.
In no event shall any liability or obligation of Drifton A/S arising from this warranty exceed the purchase
price of the equipment. Before using, user shall determine the suitability of the product for its intended use,
and user assumes all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.
Drifton A/S makes no warranty whatsoever of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event
shall be liable for incidental or consequential damages.
The following situations are not in the scope of warranty; users should pay the maintenance costs:
1. The mistake of operation or transport causes damage to the machine by the user;
2. Replacement of components or repair of the machine by a repairer which is not designated by the
manufacturer or sales agent.
3. The machine is damaged by lightning, flood, fires and other natural disasters;
4. Beyond the warranty time;
5. The machine is damaged by the stability of voltage;
6. Users connect the dispenser with inferior power devices.
Maintain Card
Item
NO:
Company name
Invoice NO:
Sales unit
(stamp)
Date
Repair records
Date
Detail of the problem
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Note
Note: The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice.