IMS ROBOTICS MICRO light plus User manual

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Information of the device
Designation: MICROlight plus
Manufacturer: IMS Robotics GmbH
Am Bauhof 6
01458 Ottendorf-Okrilla
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail:[e-mail]
Website: www.ims-robotics.de
User information: State 31.03.2022
Translation of the original instruction
Article number: 031 10 000

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Table of contents
1Intended use ................................................................................................................ 6
2Operation ..................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 General ................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Start-up ................................................................................................................... 9
2.2.1 Fasten the fiberglass push rod ........................................................................12
2.2.2 Assembly and nominal width-depended setup of extension ring......................14
2.2.3 Control unit MICROlight plus ...........................................................................16
2.3 Operation during work ............................................................................................17
2.3.1 Operation IMS Cutter MICROlight plus............................................................17
2.3.2 Recovering the cutter in case of malfunction ...................................................18
2.4 Finishing work ........................................................................................................19
2.5 Cutting tools ...........................................................................................................20
2.5.1 Overview of cutting tools .................................................................................21
2.5.2 Changing the cutting tool.................................................................................22
3Safety regulations.......................................................................................................23
3.1 General regulations................................................................................................23
3.2 Special regulations.................................................................................................23
4Maintenance and repair..............................................................................................24
4.1 Cleaning and transportation ...................................................................................24
4.2 Care and maintenance ...........................................................................................24
4.2.1 Cleaning the camera cleaning ring ..................................................................25
4.3 Pressure monitoring ...............................................................................................26
4.3.1 Function check................................................................................................26
4.3.2 Pressure monitoring drive ...............................................................................26
4.3.3 Inspection after completion of work .................................................................26
4.3.4 Nitrogen refilling ..............................................................................................27
4.4 Checking the pressure reducer...............................................................................29
4.4.1 Checking the pressure reducer for the stroke drive .........................................29
4.4.2 Checking the pressure reducer for the bracing bubble ....................................30
4.4.3 Check the pressure reducer for axial bladder ..................................................31
5Repairs ........................................................................................................................32
5.1 Repair, replacement or spare part? ........................................................................32
5.2 Air motor repair ......................................................................................................33
5.2.1 Overview of air motor spare parts....................................................................33
5.2.2 Disassemble and reassemble air motor...........................................................34
5.3 Pressure reducer....................................................................................................37
5.3.1 Overview of pressure reducer spare parts.......................................................37
5.3.2 Changing the pressure reducer .......................................................................37

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5.3.2.1 Replace pressure reducer DM 1 (stroke drive) .........................................38
5.3.2.2 Replacing the pressure reducer DM2 (bracing bubble) and DM3 (axial
feed) 39
5.4 Way-valves ............................................................................................................40
5.4.1 Overview of way-valve spare parts..................................................................40
5.4.2 Replacing way-valves......................................................................................40
5.4.2.1 Replacing way-valve WV 1 - 3 (stroke, bracing bubble, axial feed)...........40
5.4.2.2 Replacing the way-valve 3 (cutter air) ......................................................41
5.5 Replacing the camera ............................................................................................42
6Technical data.............................................................................................................43
7Warranty terms ...........................................................................................................44
8EC Declaration of Conformity....................................................................................45
9Accessory overview ...................................................................................................46

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1 Intended use
Operational safety of the equipment supplied is ensured only when used as intended.
The intended use includes following the regulations contained in these operating instructions
as well as compliance with all maintenance and service tasks.
The IMS cutter MICROlight plus must only be used for cutting work for the restoration of
pressureless pipes or lines. The device can be used to open inliners after restoration and
remove obstacles (roots, protruding seals, minor offsets, or the like). The machine may not
be used for unintended purposes.
Unauthorized structural changes to the equipment may cause damage to the machine thus
representing a hazard to persons. IMS is not liable for resulting damages. In the event of
damage the operating company remains responsible and responsibility cannot be transferred
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2 Operation
2.1 General
The IMS Cutter MICROlight plus is a device for performing cutting work for the purpose of
pressureless pipe or line renovation. The device can be used to open inliners after
renovation and remove obstacles (roots, protruding seals, offsets, deposits or the like).
Commissioning of the IMS Cutter MICROlight plus requires provision of the cutter, itself,
possibly a push rod, as well as nitrogen charging equipment and the required media. The
cutter consists of the following assemblies:
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Control unit
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Power supply unit
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Rack with accessory case
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Supply hose
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Cable reel
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Cutter drive
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Camera
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Cutter motor
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The cutter serial number is located on the rack.
All assemblies have a minimum protection class of IP54. This means that the assemblies are
protected against:
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access by small tools / wires;
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dust; and
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surrounding splash water
The push rod must have an M12 external thread on the coupling.
The media must have the following properties:
Power supply: 100 –240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, max. 1.6 A
Supply air: Dirt-free (particles < 5 micrometer)
Temperature range 5 °C to max. 40 °C
(41 °F to max. 104 °F)
Residual water separated
Residual oil < 5 mg/m³
min. volume flow 1 m³/min (35 CFM)
Serial number

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2.2 Start-up
-Attentively read these operating instructions
-Check the assemblies and accessories for completeness, and the media for the
required qualities
-Transport cutter, rack and possibly push rod to the desired place of work
(manhole, inspection opening or similar). Place the rack in horizontal position. This is
also the required working position for the rack, since the water separator will otherwise
not work correctly.
-Unwind the supply hose (as far as necessary) from the reel; the supply hose must not
be pulled over sharp edges and should not be kinked during transport.
-Unscrew the cover plates from cutter drive coupling (3 screws M5x16) and hose
package (3 screws M5x45)
-If necessary plug on extensions for NW 200 or 250 and fasten with a hose clamp.
The extension must be assembled in such a way, that the longer skid at the bracing
bubble points forward.
Assembly direction
Clamp Extension

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-If necessary assemble the extension ring and set up to the corresponding nominal
width (see 0 )
-Plug and screw cutter drive and supply hose together using 3 screws M5x45, which are
used to fasten the cover plate to the supply hose.
-Check the required cutting tool for imbalance (e.g. missing blades; if OK, then fasten
cutting tool (see 2.5.2 Changing the cutting tool).
-Connect the control unit to the reel (all switches on the control unit must be switched
OFF)
5 m/16 ft (030 07 400), 10 m/33 ft (030 21 400) and 20 m/66 ft extensions (030 22 400)
to connect the control unit to the reel are optionally available.
-Connect the monitor (optional 032 01 001) to the control unit
-Connect the power supply unit to the reel
-Connect the power supply unit to the electrical supply; both the LED's (green) on the
power supply unit must light; otherwise the power supply assembly is defective
(replacement required)
-The camera light must be on.
Connection for the
control unit
Connection for the
power supply unit
2 LED for
power supply
monitoring