Katanax FLUXPENSER XFP-01 User manual

Automatic flux dispenser
FLUXPENSER®
XFP-01

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Thank you for having chosen the XFP-01 flux dispenser from Katanax. To enjoy
years of reliable, efficient and safe use of this time-saving instrument, please read
this manual thoroughly and keep it in a safe and handy place for future reference.
Should you have any question regarding the use, maintenance or repair of your
instrument, kindly contact Katanax directly for assistance (see page 28 for contact
details).
© November 2020, Katanax inc. All rights reserved.

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Index
Index ...............................................................................................2
Installation......................................................................................4
Box contents............................................................................................ 4
Location................................................................................................... 4
Leveling ................................................................................................... 4
Connection............................................................................................... 4
Parts nomenclature .................................................................................. 5
Assembly instructions............................................................................... 7
Questions ?............................................................................................ 11
Precautions ...................................................................................12
Introduction..................................................................................13
Flux weighing basics............................................................................... 13
Automatic dispensers ............................................................................. 13
The XFP-01 ............................................................................................ 14
Main features of the Katanax XFP-01....................................................... 15
How the unit works ......................................................................16
Dispensing modes .................................................................................. 16
Using the XFP-01 (basic) .............................................................17
The main running screen ........................................................................ 17
Amount of flux and sample to use........................................................... 17
Installing the crucible.............................................................................. 18
Dispensing the flux................................................................................. 18
Manual mixing........................................................................................ 20
A complete dispensing procedure ............................................................ 21
Advanced parameters ..................................................................22
Accessing the “hidden” advanced parameters.......................................... 22
Buzzer ................................................................................................... 24
Display contrast ..................................................................................... 24
Balance selection.................................................................................... 24
Tolerance............................................................................................... 24
Build version .......................................................................................... 24
Serial parameters................................................................................... 24
Service operations ........................................................................25
Balance communication test ................................................................... 25
Stepper motor test ................................................................................. 25
Technical specifications................................................................26
Electrical ................................................................................................ 26
Physical ................................................................................................. 26

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Warranty .......................................................................................27
Contacting Katanax ......................................................................28

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Installation
Congratulations on your acquisition of the XFP-01 flux dispenser, from Katanax.
Please read the following section for proper commissioning of your instrument. Do
not hesitate to contact Katanax with any question you might have with this crucial
step.
Box contents
The instrument comes with its essential accessories. In addition to optional items
you might have ordered, the box should contain:
Controller module
Dispenser module
Analytical balance with weighing plate
Flux hopper
Communication cable
Power supplies (two: one for scale, one for controller)
Rubber mat
This instruction manual
Location
The counter on which the instrument is to be used must be very stable, in order to
obtain fast and accurate weight measurements. In some industrial environments,
installing the unit on a vibration-dampening table may be necessary.
It is recommended to use the instrument from a standing position, and adjust
table height accordingly.
Leveling
In order to obtain good results, the balance must be manually levelled. Refer to
the balance instructions for this operation.
Connection
The power supplies of the XFP-01 accept 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz connections.

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Parts
nomenclature
Base:
Head compartment:
Head compartment post:

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Base post:
Weighing post:
Spill plate:

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Crucible holder:
Assembly
instructions
To assemble the XFP-01, follow these steps:
1. Screw the Base post into the Base.

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2. Screw the Head compartment post in the Head compartment.
3. Thread the Head compartment cable into the Base post and Base.
4. Adjust the height
5. Install this assembly on the provided rubber mat, on a stable, vibration-
free table.