FarragTech CARD G User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
FIT 01.09
Version 6.15 ENGLISH
April 2010
FarragTech GmbH
Dammstrasse 61
A-6922 Wolfurt
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CONTENT
CARD G / FIT 1 V 6.15 E / April 2010
1. CONTENT
1.CONTENT _____________________________________________________________1
2.GENERAL INFORMATION _____________________________________________3
2.1 THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS MANUAL _____________________________________________ 3
2.2APPLICATION FIELD __________________________________________________________ 3
2.3LIABILITY AND WARRANTY_____________________________________________________ 3
2.4MISUSE ____________________________________________________________________ 4
2.5COPYRIGHT _________________________________________________________________ 4
2.6MANUFACTURER_____________________________________________________________ 4
2.7APPLIED SAFETY SIGNS _______________________________________________________ 5
3.GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ____________________________________6
4.TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE___________________________________7
5.NAME PLATE _________________________________________________________8
6.HOW IT WORKS_______________________________________________________9
7.TECHNICAL DATA __________________________________________________ 11
8.SET UP AND INSTALLATION _______________________________________ 13
8.1COMPRESSED AIR HANDLING AND SUPPLY ______________________________________13
9.FIRST START-UP____________________________________________________ 15
9.1COMPRESSED AIR AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS_______________________________15
9.2EXHAUST AIR FILTER ________________________________________________________16
9.3LOADING AND UNLOADING ___________________________________________________16
9.4EXTERNAL SLEEP-SIGNAL ____________________________________________________17
9.5INSTALLATION OF EXTERNAL ALARM DEVICES ___________________________________17
9.6DATA COMMUNICATION _____________________________________________________18
9.7FIRST START UP____________________________________________________________18
9.8ADDITIONAL CHECK POINTS AT FIRST START UP __________________________________19
10.SWITCHING OFF ____________________________________________________ 22
11.OPERATION BASICS ________________________________________________ 23
12.MENU STRUCTURE _________________________________________________ 24
12.1EASY MODE________________________________________________________________25
12.2EXTENDED MODE ___________________________________________________________27
12.3SYSTEM PARAMETERS _______________________________________________________30

CONTENT
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13.DATA INPUT ________________________________________________________ 32
14.NAVIGATION ________________________________________________________ 35
15.START SCREEN AND LANGUAGE SELECTION ______________________ 37
16.EASY MODE _________________________________________________________ 39
17.EXTENDED MODE ___________________________________________________ 40
17.1MAIN SCREEN AND OPERATION _______________________________________________ 40
17.2ENERGY AND DATA SCREENS _________________________________________________ 45
17.2.1 ENERGY SCREEN ________________________________________________________________________________ 45
17.2.2INPUT STATUS SCREEN __________________________________________________________________________ 46
17.2.3OUTPUT STATUS SCREEN _______________________________________________________________________ 47
17.3PROCESS DATA SCREEN _____________________________________________________ 48
17.4DRYING PARAMETERS _______________________________________________________ 50
17.5CONVEYING PARAMETERS____________________________________________________ 53
17.6RECIPES __________________________________________________________________ 55
17.6.1STANDARD RECIPES _____________________________________________________________________________ 55
17.6.2CUSTOMER RECIPES _____________________________________________________________________________ 57
17.7WEEKLY TIMER___________________________________________________________ 58
17.7.1WEEKLY TIMER GENERAL ________________________________________________________________________ 58
17.7.2WEEKLY TIMER LOADING ________________________________________________________________________ 61
17.7.3DATE AND TIME _________________________________________________________________________________ 62
17.8FAULTS SCREEN____________________________________________________________ 63
17.9STATUS REPORT ___________________________________________________________ 65
17.10SYSTEM PARAMETERS _______________________________________________________ 66
17.10.1DATA TRANSFER ________________________________________________________________________________ 68
17.10.2LAN SETTINGS __________________________________________________________________________________ 71
17.10.3UNIT SELECTION_________________________________________________________________________________ 72
18.FAULTS AND REMEDY ______________________________________________ 75
18.1FAULTS WITH DISPLAY TEXT __________________________________________________ 75
18.2FAULTS WITHOUT DISPLAY TEXT ______________________________________________ 82
19.MAINTENANCE______________________________________________________ 83
20.SPARE PARTS LIST _________________________________________________ 84

GENERAL INFORMATION
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2. GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual contains all the necessary
information for installation, operation, trouble shooting and maintenance of CARD G FIT series. It
is, therefore, very important that the user reads this manual before installing any CARD G FIT unit
and before setting the dryer in operation.
2.2 APPLICATION FIELD
The CARD G FIT series are
compressed air dryers designed only to dry hygroscopic plastic resins as described in this
manual. It is not permitted to use this dryer series in other fields, to dry other materials or to
operate this dryer series in a different way other than described in this manual without a written
agreement from .
and its sales representatives are not responsible for any damage or injury resulting
from installation, operation or maintenance works not performed according to the instructions in
this manual and any additional written instructions for special applications from .
2.3 LIABILITY AND WARRANTY
The warranty provided with the
CARD G FIT series is based on the TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALES of and/or
any additional written agreement between the owner/operator and or its
representative. The warranty is void if the CARD G FIT is not installed, operated or maintained
according to the instructions in this manual. No parts or components of the CARD G FIT series
are to be changed or replaced without a written instruction of or its representative.
is not responsible for any damage or injury resulting from altering, replacing or
changing any part or component of the CARD G FIT without written instructions from
. The user is requested not to allow anyone but qualified personnel to install, start up
or operate the CARD G FIT and only as instructed in this manual. Wear and tear parts and
components are not included in the standard warranty provided with the CARD G FIT series. In
case of discrepancies in the text of this manual, do not install, start up, operate or perform any
maintenance works on the CARD G FIT series without contacting or its
representative to clarify the correct text.

GENERAL INFORMATION
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is not liable for any damage or injury resulting from the misuse of CARD G FIT,
installation, start up, operation or maintenance not complying with the instructions in this
manual.
2.4 MISUSE
Installing, starting up, operating, repairing or performing maintenance on CARD G FIT without
reading and complying with the instructions in this manual or any written instructions from
regarding the use of CARD G FIT series is considered misuse. Altering, replacing or
changing any part or component of the CARD G FIT without written instruction from
is considered misuse. Using the CARD G FIT for other than its intended purpose is considered
misuse. is not responsible for any damages or injuries resulting from misuse.
2.5 COPYRIGHT
All copyrights of this manual are reserved for . This copy of the manual is provided
for the owner/operator of the CARD G FIT series and their personnel. The information included in
this manual and any part thereof must not be copied, distributed or made available to a third
party without the written permission of . Doing so may result in legal action against
the owner/operator.
2.6 MANUFACTURER
The name and the contact information of the manufacturer are printed on the front page of this
manual. The version and the release date of this manual are also printed on the front page of this
manual. The user may use the contact information of the manufacturer or the representative to
discuss any matters related to the CARD G FIT series of this manual.

GENERAL INFORMATION
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2.7 APPLIED SAFETY SIGNS
The following safety signs are often
applied in this manual and their meaning is described below:
This denotes danger for man and equipment.
Damage to equipment may occur if not followed.
This is useful information for operation of equipment.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
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3. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Only qualified and trained personnel are allowed to deal with equipment.
The owner/operator is responsible for following the instructions in this manual and fulfilling
the official safety requirements.
This manual does not contain the general safety instructions. The user is responsible for
obtaining and following the local safety information as required or requested by the local
authorities and insurance companies.
The CARD G FIT is to be installed and operated according to the data on the name plate of
the unit and according to the instructions in this manual. Any deviation requires the written
permission of .
This manual describes the standard CARD G FIT series. It does not contain constructional
details or modifications made by to meet the user’s expectations.
The user is to contact for any missing information or for any required
information.
Successful operation of CARD G FIT is achieved, when the unit is installed according to the
valid mechanical and electrical standards.
Wear and tear may lead to unsafe operation or unsatisfactory results. The owner/operator
is responsible for inspecting the equipment periodically and insuring that every component
is in good condition and safe to use. Defective parts must be replaced by new and approved
parts. Only qualified and trained personnel are allowed to remove or replace any
components.
Only qualified electricians are permitted to deal with wiring and wired components of the
equipment.
The electrical switch cabinet is to be kept closed at all times. Only qualified personnel are
permitted to open the cabinet.
The user is to use the proper cleaning material especially when using liquids and
detergents. No liquids are allowed on or near any electrical component of the equipment.
Damages and/or injuries may occur if the user does not follow the instructions in this
manual. is not responsible for any damages or injuries resulting from
installations or operations which are not in accordance with the instructions.
The user is responsible for forwarding this manual and any additional instructions from
to the owner/operator of the CARD G FIT in case of selling, renting or giving the
unit to a third party.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
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4. TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
All CARD G FIT units are completely assembled, tested and packed
in a cardboard box by the manufacturer before they are delivered to the user.
The box is not suitable for transportation by fork lifts, pallet jaks and cranes.
To transport the unit using any of the above, the box must first be placed on a
suitable pallet and may then be moved.
DO NOT SHAKE OR DROP THE UNIT EVEN WHEN PACKED IN THE BOX. The
CARD G FIT includes sensitive electronic components which might get
damaged.
The standard delivery terms of the CARD G FIT series are ex-works unless
otherwise agreed upon in writing. The box including the CARD G FIT and any
accessories delivered with the main equipment are to be inspected upon arrival
at the owner’s/operator’s destination and prior to signing the delivery
documents provided by the shipping company. Any signs of damage must be
documented on the shipping documents before signing. The equipment must be
inspected and any signs of damage must be reported to the shipping company
and the insurance company within 72 hours from the delivery time. Failing to do
so may void all claims for shipping damages.
It is also necessary to inform and its representative about any
transportation damage to destination or when moving the equipment on the
owner’s/operator’s properties.
The CARD G FIT contains electronic and electrical components and therefore it
must be protected from rain and snow even when stored in the shipping box.
The unit must be stored in a good enviroment and ambient air temperature
between -20°C [-4°F] and +50°C [122°F]. Dew and moisture condensation must
be avoided in the storage area.
The CARD G FIT and accessories must be in operation environments (+20°C
[68°F] to +50°C [122°F] and relative humidity up to 80% without condensation)
for a period of 3 hours before it can be set in operation.

NAME PLATE
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5. NAME PLATE
The name plate of the CARD G FIT is mounted on the back side of the unit and it contains
important operation data. The example below shows the name plate of a CARD 3G FIT.
The name plate contains the following information:
Unit type
Serial number
Year of manufacture
Operating voltage and frequency
Maximum electrical power consumption
Manufacturer and manufacturer’s address
It is very important to read the electrical power data on the name plate and
insure it matches the connected power supply before operating the
CARD G FIT.
The owner/operator is to contact before operating the unit in case
of unreadable data on the name plate to obtain this important data.
will also send a replacement name plate to the owner/operator.
THE OWNER/OPERATOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING A READABLE
NAME PLATE ON THE UNIT AT ALL TIMES.