Fancom FaroTek User manual

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1. General introduction .................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Documentation ............................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 How to use this manual .................................................................................................................. 1
1.3 Fancom Sales & Service Center..................................................................................................... 1
1.4 Safety instructions .......................................................................................................................... 2
2. System overview......................................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Parts of the FaroTek system........................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Installation and connection checklist .............................................................................................. 5
3. Installing the parts of the FaroTek system............................................................................................... 6
3.1 Connect the push sensor to the drop pipe...................................................................................... 6
3.2 Install the drop pipe........................................................................................................................ 8
3.3 Connect the dispenser to the drop pipe.......................................................................................... 8
3.4 Connect the dispenser to the conveyer pipe................................................................................... 9
3.5 Label each FaroTek dispenser with the desired FaroTek pen number......................................... 10
3.6 Install the TouchTek box and TouchTek server............................................................................ 11
3.7 Install the FaroTek power packs................................................................................................... 12
4. Connecting the parts of the FaroTek system......................................................................................... 13
4.1 Connect the FaroTek dispensers.................................................................................................. 13
4.2 Connect the FaroTek power pack................................................................................................. 15
4.3 Connect the TouchTek box........................................................................................................... 17
4.4 Connect the TouchTek server ...................................................................................................... 18
4.5 Connect Milan-Touch docking station........................................................................................... 20
5. Configuring the TouchTek network ........................................................................................................ 21
5.1 Configure the TouchTek server.................................................................................................... 21
5.2 Configure the TouchTek boxes..................................................................................................... 22
5.2.1 Configure Location ID & Network......................................................................................... 22
5.2.2 Configure the PioNet extensions.......................................................................................... 23
5.2.3 Configure the TouchTek PC software.................................................................................. 25
6. Calibrate the FaroTek dispenser............................................................................................................. 26
7. Important settings at the PC software .................................................................................................... 27
8. Testing the system ................................................................................................................................... 28
8.1 Test the manual functions............................................................................................................. 28
9. Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................. 29
10. Technical specifications .......................................................................................................................... 30
11. Appendix: EG-declaration of compliance............................................................................................... 31
12. Appendix: Instructions for connecting cable with shielding................................................................ 32

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This manual has been put together with the utmost care. If, however, you should discover an error, please inform
Fancom B.V.
The documentation consists of the following manuals:
FaroTek Installation manual
FaroTek System overview manual
FaroTek TouchTek box manual
FaroTek TouchTek PC + server manual
Milan-Touch handterminal manual
Please read these manuals in this order. The FaroTek Installation manual is relevant for installation staff and not
relevant for the end users.
The following symbols are used in this manual:
Tips and suggestions.
Note providing recommendations and additional information.
Warning indicating damage to the product if you do not follow procedures carefully.
Warning indicating danger to humans or animals.
Electrical shock hazard. Danger to humans and animals.
Example of a practical application of the described functionality.
Calculation example.
Describes the key combinations for arriving at a particular screen.
Decimals
The control computer and this manual use a decimal point in values. For example: a weight is shown as 1.5 kg
(not as 1,5 kg).
For any questions and support, please contact the local Fancom Sales & Service Center.

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Read the safety instructions, regulations and conditions carefully before installing and/or using the system.
Installing the device and remedying any malfunctions must only be carried out by an authorized installer,
according to the prevailing regulations. The guarantee will not apply if this product is used in any way other than
that indicated by Fancom.
Never install a damaged FaroTek! Notify your supplier of any damages.
Disconnect power before installation or before carrying out any maintenance to the control computer.
Take precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD) when working on the control computer. Ensure
the workplace is clean and dry.
Any housings and covers must always be closed during operation.
Safety devices and warning signs must always be in place and must be effective.

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1. FaroTek dispenser
2. Flex hose
3. Drop pipe
4. Push sensor
5. Feed conveyor
Part
Illustration
Description
FaroTek dispenser
The FaroTek dispenser will be installed in an individual sow pen (e.g.
a farrowing pen). The sow can trigger the push sensor for a feed
request. The FaroTek will dispense a portion of feed as long the sow
has an open feed demand.
The display of the FaroTek dispenser indicates the current status of
the feeding and the stadium-day. The user can adjust the stadium-
day at the FaroTek dispenser by push buttons.
FaroTek Power
pack
The FaroTek power pack is providing the FaroTek dispensers with
electrical power and also with the necessary data information’s from
the TouchTek box. You can connect up to 8 FaroTek dispensers to
one FaroTek power pack. You can connect up to 8 FaroTek power
packs to one TouchTek box.

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TouchTek box
All FaroTek dispensers (max. 64) in one section are controlled by a
TouchTek box. The TouchTek box has a color touchscreen that
displays important information about the sows in the section and that
can be used to edit settings.
TouchTek server
All the TouchTek boxes of a house are connected to the TouchTek
server. The TouchTek server is connected to a PC with the TouchTek
PC software. The TouchTek PC software enables settings to be
entered, such as feeding times, feeding profiles, etc.
Part
Illustration
Description
Milan-Touch
The Milan-Touch handterminal makes it easier to operate and
manage a FaroTek system. The integrated transponder reader
identifies individual sow pens and provides all sow data at one
glance. The user can see and modify all important data direct in the
barn next to the sow.

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To install and connect the complete FaroTek system you have to install and connect the components in the
following order:
Task
Page
Check
Install the parts of the FaroTek system
1
Connect the push sensor to the drop pipe
see page 6
2
Install the drop pipe
see page 8
3
Connect the dispenser to the drop pipe
see page 8
4
Connect the dispenser to the conveyer pipe
see page 9
5
Label each FaroTek dispenser with the desired FaroTek pen
number
see page 10
6
Install the TouchTek box and TouchTek server
see page 10
7
Install the FaroTek power packs
see page 11
Connect the parts of the FaroTek system
8
Connect the FaroTek dispensers
see page 13
9
Connect the FaroTek power packs
see page 15
10
Connect the TouchTek box
see page 16
11
Connect the TouchTek server
see page 18
12
Connect the Milan-Touch docking station
see page 20
When the installation and connection tasks are completed you can configure the system.

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The FaroTek dispenser is designed to be connected to a feed conveyor pipe with a diameter of
60/75mm. If the feed pipe diameter is out of this range, please contact the dealer or Fancom.
The connected feed conveyer will not be controlled by the FaroTek system. Please make sure that the
feed conveyer is configured on a way that (during feeding time) no FaroTek dispenser will be out of
feed.
1. Apply the template to one end of the drop pipe and drill the corresponding 3mm holes in the drop pipe. The
drill bits and template are enclosed.
2. Widen the individual hole with the enclosed 7mm drill bit.
3. Use the 7mm drill bit to widen the hole, as shown in the illustration.

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4. Widen the hole in the other direction, as shown in the illustration.
5. Feed in the end of the push ball sensor cable as shown in the illustration.
6. Let the push ball sensor slide through the drop pipe.
7. Attach the cable, as shown in the illustrations, to the drop pipe and at the relevant length so that the push ball
sensor protrudes for a maximum of 2 cm from the pipe.
The push sensor may only extend from the pipe for a maximum of 2 cm. If the push sensor protrudes
more than 2 cm there is a risk that the sow can grab the sensor and destroy it.

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Install the drop pipe (3) in a way that the sow has good access to the push sensor (4).
Don’t put the drop pipe too deep into the trough to avoid water entering the pipe. In that case the pipe
could be blocked by wet feed.
Option A
If possible connect the FaroTek dispenser (3) direct to the drop pipe (1) using a HT-fitting (2).

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Option B
If it is not possible to connect the FaroTek dispenser (3) straight above the drop pipe (1) you have to use a flex
hose (2). Cut the flexible hose (2) to the relevant length and place the flexible hose on the drop pipe (1) and on
the FaroTek dispenser (3). Fix the flex hose by using hose clamps (5).
By using a flex hose you have to make sure that the flex hose is installed in vertical curve that allows
the feed to flow through the hose. If the flex hose is installed in a too horizontally way, the feed might be
stuck in the hose!
Attach the FaroTek dispenser to the feed conveyor pipe (4) using the cable ties (3).

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1. Give every FaroTek pen of a FaroTek section a unique FaroTek pen number.
2. Label each FaroTek dispenser with the corresponding FaroTek pen number.

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Mount the TouchTek box near to the section where the operator has easy and quick access.
Mount the TouchTek server near to the PC. The Ethernet cable between the TouchTek server,
TouchTek box, and PC should not exceed 100 meters in length.
Only use the existing fixing holes. Do not drill additional fixing holes into the box as otherwise the case
will not be waterproof.
Install the TouchTek box / TouchTek server as follows:
1. Open the TouchTek box / TouchTek server.
2. Mount the TouchTek box / TouchTek server to the wall.
3. Close the TouchTek box / TouchTek server.

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Before installing the FaroTek power packs, make a plan which FaroTek dispensers (max. 8) you want
to connect to which FaroTek power pack. Locate the FaroTek power pack near the first FaroTek
dispenser you want to connect. Consider the maximal cable length of 50m between the FaroTek power
pack and the last FaroTek dispenser you want to connect!
The FaroTek power pack unit has to be assembled out of the reach of the animals. It is advisable to
fasten it to the feed conveyer pipe.
Install the FaroTek power packs as follows:
1. Mount the FaroTek power pack (1) above the FaroTek dispensers. Use U-bolts to mount the power supply
to the feed conveyer pipe.

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The power supply should be connected by qualified personnel only!
Protect the power supply against moisture!
Consider the following minimum bending radii when installing the cables and cable ducts:
Ethernet cable CAT5E: 28mm
PioNet cable LIYCT (TP) 2*2*0.75: 55mm
By routing and connecting the electrical wiring, please consider the “general instructions about cable
connections” as described at appendix “Cable routing” (see).
The FaroTek dispensers are operated at low voltage (24V DC). Power is supplied through decentral,
individual FaroTek power packs for a maximum of 8 FaroTek dispensers.
Overview dispenser cables
Nbr.
Cable
Wire
Connection
2
Extension bus cable from FaroTek
power pack / previous dispenser
Minus (green)
Data + (white)
Data –(brown)
+24V (yellow)

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3
Extension bus cable to the next
dispenser
Minus (green)
Data + (white)
Data –(brown)
+24V (yellow)
4
Cable of the push sensor
blue
black
brown
Connect the FaroTek dispenser as follows:
1. Connect the cable of the push sensor (4)
2. Connect the FaroTek dispensers to their corresponding FaroTek power pack
Route the cable PIONET LIYCY (TP) 2X2X0,75 MM2 from the FaroTek power pack into the first FaroTek
dispenser (2). If there are other FaroTek dispensers to be connected to this FaroTek power pack, then route
a bus cable from this FaroTek dispenser (3) to the next one until all FaroTek dispensers of this FaroTek
power pack are connected to a bus cable (max. 8 FaroTek dispensers per FaroTek power pack!).
The cable between a FaroTek power pack and the last connected FaroTek dispenser should not
exceed 50 meter.
3. Protect the dispenser motor housing
Close the cover of the motor housing and make sure that the gasket as well as the cable glands are properly
positioned to prevent dirt and moisture from entering the motor housing.

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Overview FaroTek power pack cables
Nbr.
Cable
Wire
Connection
1
115V / 230V: From previous FaroTek
power pack
L (black)
N (blue)
PE (green/yellow)
2
115V / 230V: To the next FaroTek power
pack
L (black)
N (blue)
PE (green/yellow)
3
PioNet: Slave bus IN connector from
TouchTek box / previous FaroTek power
pack
Minus (green)
Data+ (white)
Data- (brown)
+24V (yellow)
4
PioNet: Slave bus OUT connector to the
next FaroTek power pack
Minus (green)
Data+ (white)
Data- (brown)
+24V (yellow)
5
PioNet: Extension bus connector to the
first FaroTek dispenser
Minus (green)
Data+ (white)
Data- (brown)
+24V (yellow)

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Connect the FaroTek power pack as follows:
1. Connect the FaroTek dispensers (5)
2. Connect the FaroTek power packs to the TouchTek box
Route the cable PIONET LIYCY (TP) 2X2X0,75 MM2 from the TouchTek box into the first FaroTek power
pack (3). If there are other FaroTek power packs to be connected to this TouchTek box, then route a bus
cable from this FaroTek power pack (4) to the next one until all FaroTek power packs of this section are
connected to a bus cable (max. 8 FaroTek power packs per TouchTek box!).
The cable between the TouchTek box and the first FaroTek power pack or between two FaroTek power
packs should not exceed 100 meter.
3. Provide the FaroTek power packs with electrical power.
It is recommended to connect the TouchTek box together with the connected FaroTek power packs to
the same electrical main switch in order to be able to disconnect a complete FaroTek section from the
electrical grid.
Provide electrical power to the FaroTek power packs by routing a suitable power cable (1 & 2).
4. Protect the FaroTek power packs
Close the cover of the FaroTek power pack and make sure that the gasket as well as the cable glands are
properly positioned to prevent dirt and moisture from entering the housing.

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Overview TouchTek box cables
Nbr.
Cable
Wire
Connection
1
Power input (115/230V)
Terminal L
Terminal N
Terminal PE
2
Ethernet 1 from the TouchTek server /
from previous TouchTek box
TX+ (orange / white)
TX- (orange)
RX+ (green / white)
RX- (green)
3
Ethernet 2 to the next TouchTek box
TX+ (orange / white)
TX- (orange)
RX+ (green / white)
RX- (green)
4
Slave bus OUT to the first FaroTek
station
Minus (green)
Data+ (white)
Data- (brown)
+24V (yellow)