Fluid Management Accutinter 8000 Elite User manual

Accutinter 8000
Elite
| End User Guide
Getting Started
Maintenance and Care
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Part No: 35616
Rev. E
10/2020


Your
customers have a vision,
you want to make it happen, and
Fluid Management can give you the answer.
Fluid Management is a global leader in dispensing and
mixing equipment used in the paint industry, as well as,
specialized equipment for the chemical, and home improvement industries.
Located in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, Fluid Management
is a United States owned and operated company with historical roots
to the paint industry dating back to 1927. In 1996, IDEX Corporation
purchased Fluid Management giving the organization the financial
wherewithal and global footprint of a large organization while
still maintaining its deep values and history.
As industry leaders, Fluid Management provides trend-setting creativity
in the design, products, and services it offers. United with FMDirectSM,
our nationwide service team, we provide after-sales support around
the clock—when you need them. Being factory-direct employees,
FMDirect technicians are experts on Fluid Management equipment and
understand customer needs from start to finish.
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support, and a company prepared for the future’s ever-changing
business environment makes Fluid Management an ideal partner to
assist in providing solutions to your business needs. Thank you for
putting your trust in Fluid Management products
and making us part of your customer’s vision.

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ACCUTINTER 8000ELITE
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Fluid Management Accutinter 8000Elite
Once you’ve installed your Accutinter 8000Elite
Dispenser, what’s next? In this booklet, you’ll
nd more information to help you get the most from
your new Fluid Management Accutinter 8000Elite .
ACCUTINTER 8000ELITE

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Contents
About this Guide
5 How to Use this Guide
5 For Your Safety
Important Safety Information
6 Information and Instruction Labels
6 Safety Notice Information
6 General Safety Information
6Air Circulation
7 Grounding
7 Danger
7 Caring for Your Computer
7 Communication Regulation Information
Getting to Know Your Accutinter 8000Elite
8 Technical Specications
8 Environmental Conditions
8Optional Accessories
9Accutinter 8000Elite Features
9 Tips to Improve Operation
Getting Started
10 Installation
11 Unpacking and Set Up
13 Connecting the label printer (optional)
14 Connecting the barcode scanner (optional)
16 Preparing and relling the canisters
18 Preparing the system
19 Using the shelves
Basic Operations
20 Welcome to ColorPro4
21 Main menu
22 Dispensing from Formula Book
24 Manual dispensing
25 Using external data source and dispense queuing
26 Adjusting formulas
27 Using color scaling
28 Purging the lines
29 Stirring the colorants
30 Using ColorPro Help
Maintenance, Care and Use
31 Daily, weekly, monthly maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
32 Equipment troubleshooting
36 ColorPro troubleshooting
Service
38 FMDirect
38 Upgrades and Replacement Parts
38 Obtain Warranty Service
Warranty
39 Fluid Management Statement of Limited Warranty
Index
42 A - W
Appendix
43 Suggested Cleaning Maintenance Guide

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How to Use this Guide
This Guide is organized into nine sections. Each section provides detailed information
on Accutinter 8000Elite topics and provides a basic reference that can be used to help
you with specic issues.
This Guide provides the information for installing your Accutinter 8000Elite,
dispensing for the rst time, and using ColorPro. This publication also includes basic
troubleshooting suggestions, customer service help, information, daily and preventative
maintenance procedures, and warranty information.
Your Accutinter 8000Elite dispenser includes detailed illustrated labels for how to
clean the nozzles located inside the top canister cover of the machine. You can also
nd daily maintenance instructions in this guide on page 31. Make sure to follow these
directions for the best performance of your machine.
ColorPro has basic information about using your Accutinter in the Help section of the
software.
If you have internet access, the most current information for your Accutinter 8000Elite
is available from the worldwide web at http://www.uidman.com.
For Your Safety
Customer safety is important. Our products are designed to be safe and effective.
However, dispensers are electrical equipment. The Accutinter line is safe, fast, and
reliable—designed to bring many years of operation. There are precautions you can
take to avoid damage to the equipment or bodily injury before operating. By carefully
following the instructions in this document and the warning and maintenance labels
on the machine, you can help protect yourself from hazards and create a safer work
environment.
Equipment can become damaged due to misuse or neglect. Some product damage is
serious enough that the product should not be used again until it has been inspected
and, if necessary, repaired by a Fluid Management authorized service technician.
DO NOT take risks or attempt to diagnose the situation yourself. Contact Fluid
Management at 1.800.462.2466 for assistance.
About this Guide
Safety Precautions
• Read this guide and all
warning labels before
using the machine.
• Keep this guide in a safe
place.
• Read and adhere to all
Warning and Caution
labels on the machine.
• Prepare, level, and clear the
area where the machine
will be installed.
• To avoid risk of re or
injury, unplug the power
before servicing electrical
components.
• DO NOT dispense
ammable materials.
• After installing, complete
a purge and check the
plumbing.
• Check that canisters and
lines are secure and in
place.
• Plug into an approved
grounded outlet only.
Make sure the outlet meets
all national and local codes.
• DO NOT install equipment
in an area that water jet
equipment is used.
• DO NOT push any objects
into the air vents or
openings of your
equipment. Doing
so can cause re or electric
shock by shorting out
interior components.
• DO NOT • Ensure that
nothing rests on your
equipment’s cables and
that the cables are not
located where they can be
stepped on or tripped over.

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Important Safety Information
Information and Instruction Labels
You should become familiar with the information labels afxed to the machine, as well as
the warnings, cautions, and notes which appear throughout this guide.
Read all the warning labels on the exterior and interior of the dispenser. If the labels
become damaged or unreadable, you may purchase replacements from Fluid
Management Customer Service.
Safety Notice Information
The two main notices used in this Guide and on the
Accutinter 8000Elite are Warning and Caution. A Warning
notice tells you about a hazard that could cause serious
injury to you or extensive damage to the equipment. This
information is featured in the beginning of the guide to
emphasize safety.
When you see a Warning notice in this guide, read it carefully before continuing with the
operation of the machine. Take all necessary precautions to avoid potential injury.
A Caution notice tells you about a danger that could cause
injury to you or minor damage to the dispenser. When you
see a Caution notice in this guide, read it carefully and be
sure you understand it before continuing.
General Safety Information
DO NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by Fluid
Management Customer Service. Use only a Fluid Management Authorized Service
Technician to repair your equipment. Please note that some parts can be upgraded or
replaced by the customer. Fluid Management identies those parts as such and provides
documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to replace those
parts. You must closely follow all instructions when performing such replacements.
ALWAYS make sure that the power is turned off and that the machine
is unplugged before you attempt the replacement. If you have any questions or concerns,
contact Fluid Management Customer Service.
Air Circulation
Your computer and monitor for your dispenser produce heat. The computer has
a fan that pulls in fresh air and forces out hot air. The monitor lets hot air escape through
vents. Blocking the air vents can cause overheating, which might result in
a malfunction or damage. Place the computer and monitor so that nothing blocks
the air vents. Allow 4 inches (101.6 mm) clearance around air vents.
•WARNING
HAZARDOUS
ELECTRICAL
COMPONENTS
•CAUTION:
POTENTIAL
SAFETY
HAZARD
WARNING:
Unplug before
servicing
WARNING:
DO NOT use with or
near flammables
Use a dedicated
15 amp circuit

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Important Safety Information
Warnings
• This machine draws 10
amps at 120 ± 10% VAC.
• This machine draws 5
amps at 220/230 ±10%
VAC.
• DO NOT modify the
provided plug.
• Improper use of
grounding plug can result
in risk of electric shock.
• Hazardous moving parts.
Keep fingers and other
body parts away.
Cautions
• Check with a qualified
electrician or service
person if grounding
instructions are not
completely understood
or if in doubt as to
whether product is
properly grounded.
• DO NOT user an adapter
or extension cord with
this product.
• This unit must be plugged
into a dedicated electrical
line.
• To reduce risk of electric
shock or injury, use
indoors only.
• Never force a connector
into a port. If the connector
and port do not join
with reasonable ease,
they probably do not
match. Make sure that the
connector matches the port
and that you have
positioned the connector
correctly in relation to the
port.
Grounding
This product must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape for the
electric current. This product is equipped with a cord that has a grounding wire
and an appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet
that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
Danger
Improper installation of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
If repair or replacement of the cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT connect the
grounding wire to either at blade terminal. The insulation wire with green or
green and yellow stripes on the outer surface is the grounding wire.
Check with a qualied electrician if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if in doubt about whether the product is properly
grounded. DO NOT modify the plug provided. If it will not t into the outlet, have
the proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.
Caring for Your Computer
Disconnect the power plug on the computer (by pulling the plug, not the cord)
if any of the following conditions exists:
• You want to remove any parts.
• The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.
• You spill something into the case.
• Your computer is exposed to rain, ooding, or any other excess moisture.
Keep the at panel monitor in room temperature conditions. Excessive cold
or hot conditions can have an adverse effect on the liquid crystal display of the
monitor.
Communications Regulation Information
Safety and regulatory compliance Information
See the afxed labeling on the machine. ETL Listed, conforms to UL STD
1450. Certied to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 NO. 68.
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This product is for use on a dedicated nominal 120 Volt (US only)
or nominal 220 volt circuit where applicable and has a grounding plug.
NOTE: Review the weight limits referenced in your computer documentation
before placing monitor or other devices on top of your computer.

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Getting to Know Your Accutinter 8000Elite
Technical Specications
Height: 43” (109 cm)
Width: 45” (114 cm)
Depth 43” (109 cm)
Weight (Empty Canisters):
700 pounds (317 kg)
Maximum power:
• 120 volts +/- 10%, 60 Hz,
10 amp
• 220/230 volts +/- 10%,
50/60 Hz, 5 amp
Environmental
Conditions*
• Operating temperature:
between 50oF(10oC) and
104oF (40oC)
• Relative humidity: between
5% and 85% without
condensation
Optional Accessories
• Computer with 17” Flat
Screen Monitor, Keyboard
& Mouse
• Label Printer
• Barcode Scanner
• Surge Protector
*NOTE: Environmental conditions are strictly based on the types
of colorants used (information provided by paint manufacturer).
The specications shown are for the machine only.
Top Covers
Spill Trays
Canisters
5-gallon Container
Platform
1-gallon
Container Shelf
Quart/Pint
Container
Shelf
Roller Conveyor
(optional Slide
Shelf)
Monitor/
Keyboard
Stand
Computer
Storage Area

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Accutinter 8000Elite Features
High speed dispense improves your order fullment efciency
DVX technology reduces frequency of calibration maintenance, parts and costs while providing amazing accuracy
reliability, and repeatability with each dispense
Precision tinting-order after order
Compact footprint-small design with large capacity
Robust conveyor front for queuing 5-gallon containers with drop down 1-gallon shelf and pull out quart/pint shelf.
Automatic nozzle closer and sealed canister lids provide improved environment for waterborne colorants
Automatic and manual agitation settings keep colorant viscosity ready for use
LED locators including 5-gallon bung hole locator for improved container alignment
Stainless steel surfaces for easy cleaning
Swing out electronics door and casters allow for easier service and cleaning access
Getting to Know Your Accutinter 8000Elite
Tips to Improve Operation
Clean nozzles daily for consistent and accurate dispense
Purge each colorant once a day
Follow the preventative maintenance schedule for your Accutinter 8000Elite
DO NOT use solvents in your Accutinter 8000Elite
Keep ColorPro software current
DO NOT load screen savers onto your Accutinter 8000Elite computer/monitor. Adding this and other software
may conict with ColorPro and effect dispense operation
Use the Welcome to ColorPro section of this manual for answers to questions about ColorPro
Use the correct sized labels for your label printer (optional).

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Machine
Getting Started
Installation
Your Accutinter 8000Elite has been designed for quick set up. If you have never used an Accutinter
dispenser or are new to paint dispensers, read this section for instructions on getting started and
installing your machine.
If you are an experienced user, you may already know enough to get started. Be sure to look over the
information in the “Welcome to ColorPro” section of this guide to nd out more about the new features
and capabilities in ColorPro.
Keyboard
USB cable
Monitor
Power cable
Mouse

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FIGURE 1
Getting Started
Installation
Unpacking and Set up
Follow the steps on the next four pages to set up your Accutinter 8000Elite.
1Make sure these items are available before installing.
Accutinter 8000Elite unit
Computer, mouse, and keyboard
Label printer and labels (optional)
Barcode scanner (optional)
Surge protector (not included)
2Tools needed for installation.
Phillips screwdriver
Scissors or diagonal cutters
3Unpack the machine.
a. Remove the interior contents of the packaging.
b. While unpacking the machine, inspect the machine for any damage that may
have occurred during shipping.
Verify the contents against the packing slip. Note if any items are missing
or damaged. Call Fluid Management Customer Service at
1.800.462.2466 if any items are missing.
4 Position dispenser in permanent location.
Choose a location for your dispenser that is capable of supporting the weight
(1,000 pounds [454 kg]). Make sure there is enough room for service personnel
to have access to the rear of the machine. If there is not enough room, routine
maintenance may be difcult to perform.
5Position the monitor, keyboard, and
computer.
Place the monitor and keyboard
on the keyboard support on the top
of the machine.
See Figure 1.
If any damage is found, notify the carrier immediately. Arrange for
inspection in order to claim recovery. Claims for damage must be made by the
consignee (YOU). The carrier assumes full responsibility upon acceptance
of the shipment and will not entertain any claims by the consignor.
•Warnings
ALWAYS shut o the power
and unplug your machine
from the AC power outlet
before servicing.
• This unit must be plugged
into a dedicated electrical
line. This includes:
• 15 amp line for 120 Volt
equipment
• 10 amp line for 220 Volt
equipment
• The surface the dispenser
sits on must be strong
enough to support its
weight of up to 1,000 lbs
(454 kg).
• Dispenser to be installed
on surface that is less than
1.5o of tilt to avoid risk of
injury
• Replace all fuses with the
exact sized replacements.
• This machine is not
explosion proof and must
not be used in a ammable
atmosphere or with
ammable materials.
• To reduce the risk of
electric shock or injury, use
indoors only.

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FIGURE 2
Getting Started
Installation
6Plug in the power cord and connect all cables.
a. Route the keyboard, monitor, and mouse cables to the rear of the machine where the computer has been
placed. Plug them into the appropriate ports on the back of the computer.
b. If you purchased the optional barcode scanner, label printer or are using a spectrophotometer, route
the cables to the rear of the machine where the computer has been placed. Plug these cables into the
appropriate ports on the back of the computer.
c. Connect the USB cable coming out of the hole of machine where the
computer has been placed. Attach the USB cable to the port labeled
“DISPENSER” on the back of the computer. See Figure 2
d. Plug the power cords from the monitor, computer and Accutinter into
the recommended surge protector.
e. Plug the surge protector into a 15 amp dedicated electrical outlet.
7Turn on machine.
a. Locate the front panel below the nozzle closer in the center of the
machine.
b. Locate and unscrew the two Philips head machine screws provided.
c. Open the front panel and locate on the red toggle switch near the
bottom of the compartment.
d. The red toggle switch needs to be in the ‘ON’ position on or ‘RESET’
position for the Accutinter to work properly.
e. Close the front panel and screw in the two Philips head machine
screws provided.
8Turn on computer and monitor.
Locate the on/off button on your computer and turn it on. Reference the computer’s user manual if you
have difculty locating.
9 Locate the ColorPro icon on your desktop.
ColorPro and your manufacturer’s database were loaded at Fluid Management’s factory. If you cannot locate
the ColorPro icon, Contact Fluid Management Customer Service. Open ColorPro by double clicking on the
i c o n .
10 After the machine is installed ll the canisters and update ColorPro
Complete an initial manual dispense for each colorant.
(See “Getting Started: Preparing and relling the canisters” on page 16).

The label printer software for the label printer is installed on the computer by Fluid Management. All you
need to do is connect the printer cables to the computer and to a dedicated power outlet. The original
packaging from the printer vendor includes the software, a quick start guide with detailed instructions, and
the necessary cables.
Follow these steps to connect the printer:
2
a. Plug the power adapter into the power
connector on the bottom of the printer.
b. Plug the other end of the power cord into
a power outlet.
c. Plug the USB cable into the bottom of the
printer.
The blue light on the front of the printer
should be on if the printer is ready.
-Click the Print Label (F5) button to print
labels when dispensing a formula.
4
a. Unpack the printer.
b. Make sure you
have these items:
-CD - ROM
-Quick Start Guide
-Roll of labels
-USB cable
-Label printer
-Power cable
-Power adapter
c. Plug the power
cord into the power
adapter.
1
3
Plug the USB cable into the available USB
port on the back of the computer.
USB
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Getting Started
Connecting the label printer (optional)

The barcode scanner must be connected to the computer and keyboard. The barcode scanner is pre-
programmed by Fluid Management. After the barcode scanner is connected, the scanner must be enabled
to be compatible with ColorPro. The original packaging from the vendor includes the barcode scanner, the
cable, and a quick start guide.
Follow these steps to install the barcode scanner:
a. Unpack the barcode scanner.
b. Make sure the barcode scanner and the
cable are included.
c. Turn on the computer.
1
3
Connect the scanner cable to the keyboard
cable from the Accutinter8000Elite.
NOTE! If the keyboard cable is a USB,
add an adapter and connect the two
cables.
Plug the interface cable modular cord into
the port in the bottom of the scanner’s
handle.
2
4
Connect the scanner cable to
the purple keyboard connector
on the back of the computer
where the keyboard symbol is
marked.
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Getting Started
Connecting the barcode scanner (optional)

After the barcode scanner is connected to the computer and keyboard, it must be enabled in ColorPro.
Follow these steps to enable the barcode scanner:
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8After enabling the barcode scanner, you can
test the scanner by dispensing.
a. Open the Dispense menu.
b. Select a formula.
c. Click the Dispense button. If you receive
a prompt that says, “Please Scan the Base
Barcode”, you have successfully enabled
the bar code scanner.
7a. Check Print Override Base to allow
operators to manually override using
scanner.
b. Check Barcode Chip Scanning Enabled
if you are using barcodes to identify
formulas from other color chips.
a. Check the Barcode Scanning Enabled box
on the Barcoding and Extra Options tab.
b. Click Apply Changes, then click Yes and
OK.
c. Close.
6
5Locate FM_Customizer from Fluid
Management folder and launch.
a. Type in “service” when you are prompted
for the password.
b. Click Check.
Getting Started
Connecting the barcode scanner (optional)

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Getting Started
Preparing and relling the canisters
After your machine is installed in the proper location, you need to ll the canisters with colorant so you can
dispense for the rst time. Your machine may be shipped with a small amount of glycol or colorant in the
canisters already, but you need to ll them with to capacity with colorant. When re-lling canisters, you will
follow the same process. Canisters come in varying capacities. Check the label inside the top cover for
capacity and colorant locations. DO NOT overll the canisters. After the canisters are lled, ColorPro (or
your manufacture’s software) must be updated (See page 17).
1Raise the top covers
of the Accutinter
so you can see the
canisters inside.
2Remove the
caps from each
canister one at a
time and prepare
to ll them with
colorant. Cautions
• DO NOT operate the
dispenser until it is in a
permanent location.
• DO NOT dispense if
canisters are empty
• Before dispensing
colorant for the
rst time, you must
complete a manual
dispense.
• DO NOT dispense
without a container in
place.
• DO NOT use shelf
surface to seal open
cans.

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Main Menu
3Update ColorPro with the canister level information
after you have filled all of the canisters.
4From the Main Menu, select Maintenance (F3). In the
Fill tab, select All (F2).
5Select Fill To Top (F2)
button. 6When prompted, “...are
you sure?”, click Yes.7Select Done (Esc) to
return to the Main Menu.
Fill Menu
Use the Fill Menu to
update the software
after you have filled
all of the canisters for
the first time. When
refilling, select All
(F2) or the correct
individual colorant.
NOTE: When refilling, update the
canisters by entering the amount of colorant
you added in the text box. Press Enter.
NOTE: Repeat entire process for each
empty canister.
Getting Started
Preparing and relling the canisters

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After you have filled the canisters and updated the software, you must do an initial dispense to make sure
the Accutinter is working properly.
Smart Purge
Use “Smart Purge” for daily Purging.
This will only purge colorants that
have not been recently used.
1From any screen choose Maintenance (F3 or F11).
2Click on the
Purge tab.
3Purge colorants.
Click on the
colorant to be
purged or select
ALL button to
purge entire
system. Click the
Purge (F3) button.
5Click Dispense (F2).
Colorant(s) will dispense.
Prompt will appear
confirming dispense.
4Place a container
underneath the
nozzle with nozzle
closer open.
6Click Done (Esc).
Getting Started
Preparing the system
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