MC Electronics MCF 300 User manual

MCF 300
MONITOR FOR BALERS
USER’S MANUAL
NR. 1304-EN
REV. 1
EN

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This product complies with EMC requirements in accordance with Directives
2004/108/CE and subsequent amendments
and reference to Applied Regulation EN ISO 14982
Manufacturer
: MC elettronica S.r.l.
Address
: Via E. Fermi, 450/486
Fiesso Umbertiano (ROVIGO) - ITALY
Tel. [phone] Fax [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.mcelettronica.it
Manual code
: 1304-EN
Issued
: October 2013
Edition
: Dicember 2013
MC elettronica S.r.l. is not obliged to give notice of any further modifications to the
product.
The Information provided in this manual does not allow unauthorised personnel to
tamper with the product in any way.
The guarantee on the equipment will no longer be valid if tampering should be
detected.
© Copyright MC elettronica 2013

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Contents
1. Rules and general warnings ................................................................................ 4
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Terms of guarantee........................................................................................... 5
1.3 After-sales service............................................................................................. 5
2. General description .............................................................................................. 6
3. How to install the system..................................................................................... 7
3.1 Mounting the monitor ........................................................................................ 8
3.1.1 Wiring diagram........................................................................................... 9
3.2 How to install the sensors ............................................................................... 10
3.2.1 Magnetic sensor installation D.12 code 671............................................. 10
3.3 Front view ....................................................................................................... 11
3.4 Rear view ........................................................................................................ 12
4. Accessories......................................................................................................... 13
5. Programming....................................................................................................... 13
6. Operation............................................................................................................. 14
7. Totaliser range ................................................................................................... 14
8. Technical Features ............................................................................................. 15
8.1 Ordinary maintenance..................................................................................... 15
8.2 Extraordinary maintenance ............................................................................. 15
9. Troubleshooting.................................................................................................. 16
10. Technical data................................................................................................... 17
10.1 Monitor technical data for balers MCF 300 ................................................... 17
10.2 Accessory technical data .............................................................................. 17
10.2.1 Magnetic sensor D.12 code 671 ............................................................ 17

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1. Rules and general warnings
1.1 Introduction
This manual gives all the specific information that you need for a proper use of the
equipment.
After buying the Speed indicator, read the manual carefully and refer to it any time
you have doubts on how to use the equipment or when you have to carry out
maintenance operations.
Keep the manual on the machine. If this is not possible, keep it ready at hand.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MANUAL IS INTENDED FOR CUSTOMERS ONLY. ANY
THE OTHER USE IS FORBIDDEN.

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1.2 Terms of guarantee
•SUBJECT OF THE GUARANTEE: the guarantee is applied to the product and to
those parts which are marked with the serial number or any other identification
number used by MC elettronica;
•HOW LONG THE GUARANTEE IS EFFECTIVE: MC elettronica S.r.l.
guarantees the MCF300 Monitor for a period of 1 yearfrom the manufacturing
date (printed on the identification label which is to be found on the rear side of
the equipment) and also accessories.
The guarantee covers the product and any repair carried out within the
agreed terms.
This guarantee does not apply in the event of:
•accidental damage;
•improper use;
•modifications which haven't been agreed upon, improper installation (or
setting);
•damage caused when a non-MC elettronica equipment, which is
mechanically and electrically connected to our instruments, breaks or does
not function properly;
•acts of God (lightning, floods, fire or any other causes which do not depend
on MC elettronica).
Repairs under guarantee, which must be carried out in the laboratories of our
authorized centres, are entirely free of charge provided the equipment is directly
transported to said laboratories or sent free port. Transport charges and risks are
entirely borne by the Customer.
The above-mentioned guarantee is valid unless otherwise stated between MC
elettronica and the Customer.
!
Warning
MC elettronica
declines any liability for damage or direct or indirect
charges, as a consequence of improper use or
inability of the Customer
to use the equipment separately and/or together with other instruments.
1.3 After-sales service
Service is available in all the countries where the computer is officially supplied by
MC elettronica (during and after the warranty period).
Any kind of operation that is to be carried out on the MCF 300 Monitor must be
carried out in accordance with the instructions stated in this manual or as agreed with
MC elettronica.
If not, the relative terms of guarantee might become void.

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2. General description
The MCF 300 Monitor is a microprocessor electronic system designed for agricultural
baling machines.
It has been designed to monitor the execution of baling; by this we mean that the
operations of loading the bale onto the turret, the starting and blocking of the turret
and the subsequent unloading of the bale are manually carried out by the operator by
means of the hydraulic distributors supplied with the baler. By means of the monitor,
the operator views the number of partial and total bales and the number already
baled on the display. The partial bales counter is easily reset by pressing the relative
key placed under the digital display; similarly, it is possible to set how many bales to
process from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 255.

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3. How to install the system
Figure 1. Overall dimensions

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3.1 Mounting the monitor
To install the monitor, proceed as follows:
•Clean a flat and smooth surface inside the vehicle cab with a specific detergent
and apply the adhesive velcro (B).
•You can now attach the speed indicator by making it coincide with the Velcro on
the back (A).
•If you wish to apply the Monitor in a more stable or permanent way, use the
provided brass inserts (C) placed at the back of the monitor; use M5 screws to
fix to brackets or supports.
N.B.:
In order to facilitate work phases, it is recommended to place it close to the
hydraulic commands of the baler.
Figure 2. Mounting the Monitor.
A
B
C

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3.1.1 Wiring diagram
Figure 3. Wiring diagram
•insert the connectors of the sensors available into the respective connectors of
the cables, until you hear a “click”: each cable features a label with a letter; in
order to make the correct matches follow the table in Figure 3.
•To power the Monitor, simply insert the plug (B) into the corresponding cigarette
lighter socket supplied with the vehicle.
Battery
BLACK
RED
Cigarette lighter
POWER
CABLE
SIGNAL
CABLE
MAGNETIC
SENSOR

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3.2 How to install the sensors
The MCF 300 Monitor is equipped with one type of sensor:
•magnetic sensor D.12 (code 671): to detect the number of rotations that are
needed to bind each bale.
3.2.1 Magnetic sensor installation D.12 code 671
Install the rotation sensor on a fixed part of the baler and the supplied magnet on the
rotating part: each completed rotation on the bale must correspond with the magnet
passing in front of the sensor.
Make sure that the distance between the magnet and the sensor is not more than 10
mm (approximately) in order to ensure proper operation (Figure 4).
!
Warning
We recommend protecting the sensor cable with a rubber sheath.
Figure 4. Typical position of the magnetic sensor D.12 code 671.
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Magnet
Magnetic sensor
Nut and lock
nut

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3.3 Front view
Figure 5. Front view.
The front panel allows the user to view all the data relating to the working cycle. The
following elements can be seen on the panel:
REF.
DESCRIPTION
A.
LCD 4-digit display for displaying the parameters
B.
Multi-purpose key: displays the total number of bales, decreases the set
number of rotations (during programming associated with key D)
C.
Dual-purpose key: displays the partial bales, resets the partial bales count
(when pressed for 3 seconds), increases the set number of rotations (during
programming associated with key D)
D.
Dual-purpose key: confirms the programme, programmes the number of
rotations
A
D
C
B

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3.4 Rear view
The following elements can be found on the back of the speed indicator
A. Identifying label
B. M5 inserts
C. DUAL LOCK 3M attachment Velcro
Figure 6. Rear view.
C
B
A

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4. Accessories
Table 4-1. Accessories
CODE
DESCRIPTION
671 Magnetic sensor D.12 CABLE L= 2000 MM
5. Programming
Figure 7. Programming.
After having connected the monitor to the power supply (cigarette lighter socket), it
will turn on automatically without pressing any keys. The monitor will emit an acoustic
signal and execute a test, lighting all segments of the display for two seconds. At the
end of the test, the display will show the letter "F" and the number of rotations carried
out next to it (which will obviously be "0"). Programme the number of rotations by
keeping the D key pressed for approximately two seconds (PROG. WRAP) until the
letter "P" flashes on the display together with the number of programmed rotations; to
decrease or increase this value, press the B key (-) or C (+). The value to input must
be between 1 and 255: to confirm, press the "START" (D) key until the letter "F"
appears on the display once again with the number of rotations carried out next to it.

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6. Operation
Having set the programme, start the machine through its hydraulic command.
The monitor will signal the operator, by means of a sequence of clear signals, when
the binding cycle is about to terminate:
•one "beep" on completion of the third last programmed rotation;
•two close "beeps" on completion of the second last programmed rotation;
•five close "beeps" on completion of all programmed rotations.
Once the bale has been bound, the operator can unload it by using the hydraulic
commands of the baler.
On completion of the cycle, the monitor will automatically prepare itself for a new one
and the display will go back to showing "0" rotations carried out; if you wish to reset
an incomplete cycle, press the D key (START).
7. Totaliser range
Totaliser of total bales
from 0 to 9999
Totaliser of partial bales (settable to zero)
from 0 to 9999
N° of set rotations
From 1 to 255

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8. Technical Features
This chapter describes how to perform routine maintenance and extraordinary
maintenance operations.
Ordinary maintenance refers to those operations which must be carried out
periodically. As they do not require specific skills, they can be carried out by the
users (operators, etc.).
Extraordinary maintenance refers to special operations made necessary by
mechanical or electrical failures. They require specific technical skills and should be
carried out only by qualified personnel (maintenance staff, etc.).
8.1 Ordinary maintenance
Routine maintenance consists in cleaning the Monitor.
Clean the Monitor using a damp cloth and a mild detergent to avoid erasing the
serigraphs on the panel.
!
Warning
•Do not use pressure water jets.
•Do not use abrasive products or solvents.
•
Do not press on the keyboard with pointed or hard objects as it
could damage the polyester film, compromising the impermeability
of the keyboard.
8.2 Extraordinary maintenance
!
Warning
Extraordinary maintenance operations must be carried out by authorized
personnel only.

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9. Troubleshooting
In the event of a Monitor malfunction, perform the simple checks below to check
whether repairs are needed.
If the problem persists, consult your local dealer or contact MC Elettronica Customer
Service.
PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
The Monitor does not
turn on
The power cable is
disconnected or damaged
Check the power cable (see
paragraph 3.1.1 on page 9)
The display does not
show the rotation
speed of the PTO or of
another rotating part
a. Sensor cable
damaged or
disconnected
a. Restore the connection
b. Calibration distance
too long
b. Adjust the calibration
distance as shown in
paragraph 3.2 on page
10.
c. Sensor head
damaged
c. Replace the sensor

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10. Technical data
10.1 Monitor technical data for balers MCF 300
Power supply voltage
: 10 ÷ 16 VDC
Maximum energy consumption
: 200 mA
Internal self-resetting fuse
: 300 mA
Functioning characteristics
Protection degree
: IP 66
Mechanical vibrations resistance
: 2 G
Functioning conditions
Room temperature
: -20°C ÷ +70°C
Weather conditions
: Relative humidity 90%
Transport and storage
Temperature range
: -25°C ÷ +75°C
10.2 Accessory technical data
10.2.1 Magnetic sensor D.12 code 671
Power supply voltage
: 10 ÷ 30 VDC
Output signal
: Contact towards earth
Max. operating frequency
: 250 Hz
Working temperature
: - 20°C ÷ +60°C
Max. operation distance
: 10mm (with magnet D.20 code 50)
QUESTO PRODOTTO CONTIENE
STAGNO E PIOMBO, A FINE CICLO DI VITA DEVE
ESSERE SMALTITO NELLE AREE ADIBITE AL RITIRO
OPPURE CONSEGNATO DIRETTAMENTE PRESSO
LA SEDE MC ELETTRONICA SRL (ITALY)

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