Nordson ValveMate 8000 User manual

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ValveMate™8000 Controller
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Contents
Introduction..................................................................................3
Safety ..........................................................................................3
Specifications ..............................................................................4
Front Panel Buttons ......................................................................5
Indicator Lamps............................................................................6
Modes of Operation ..................................................................6-7
Typical Setup................................................................................8
Mounting the ValveMate 8000 ................................................9-10
Input/output connections ............................................................11
Initiate Connection ................................................................12-14
Installing the Air Solenoids ..........................................................15
Final Setup Checklist ..................................................................16
Testing the Dispense Valves ........................................................17
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................18
Replacement Parts List ..............................................................19
Warranty........................................................................back cover

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3 / Introduction & Safety
Introduction
IMP RTANT: The primary control of deposit size is the valve open time. The ValveMate
8000 provides easy access and “on the fly” adjustment of valve open time.
The ValveMate 8000 is an EFD dispense valve controller, incorporating programmable dispense
time, digital time readout, four independent solenoid drivers and input/output communication
with host machine PLCs.
Other features include:
• Push-button time setting input or onetouch time programming.
• Floating decimal, providing dispense time ranges of .001 to 99.9 seconds.
• Bright red LED display.
• Push-button purge feature.
• Low air-pressure, optional tank low level detection, or other alarm detection devices.
• End-of-Cycle feedback signal.
The ValveMate 8000 has been designed with the machine builder and operator in mind. The
objectives are to bring dispensing control close to the point of application, and to provide the
features necessary to make setup and operation as easy and precise as possible.
The ValveMate is easy to operate. Once you have reviewed the features, you will understand
the benefits and the ease of control the ValveMate provides.
As with all EFD products, the ValveMate has been produced to exacting specifications and
thoroughly tested prior to shipment.
To obtain maximum performance from this equipment, please read the instructions carefully.
Safety
Please read the EFD product safety statement included in the package. Follow all appropriate
safety instructions.

4 / Spécifications
Specifications
Note: Specifications and technical details are subject to engineering changes without prior notification.
Cabinet Size: 18.3 cm x 8.5 cm x 5 cm (7.22" W x 3.38" D x 2" H)
Weight: .27 kg (.6 lbs)
Input AC (to power supply): 100-240 VAC(+/-10%) ~, 50/60Hz, 1.0A
utput Voltage (from power supply): 24 VDC – 1.25 Amp maximum
Power Requirements: 24 VDC – 1.25 Amp maximum
Feedback Circuits: 5 to 24 VDC – NC solid-state switch 100mA maximum
Initiate Circuit: 5 to 24 VDC – signal
Cycle Rate: Exceeds 600 per minute
Time Range: Programmable .001 to 99.9 seconds
Ambient operating conditions: Temperature: 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F)
Humidity: 5 to 95%
Height above sea level: 2000 meters max (6,562 feet)
Product Classification: Installation Category II
Pollution Degree 2
Meets or exceeds CE and CSA requirements
Preventative Maintenance
As part of maintaining continuous trouble-free use of this product, EFD recommends a few very simple
preventative maintenance checks.
1. Periodically inspect tube to fitting connections for proper fit. Secure as necessary.
2. Check tubing for cracks and contamination. Replace tubing as necessary.
3. Check all wiring connections for looseness. Tighten as necessary.
4. If front panel requires cleaning, use a clean, soft damp rag with a mild detergent cleaner. DO NOT USE
strong solvents (acetone, MEK, etc.) as they will damage the front panel material.
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This equipment is for indoor use only.

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5 / Front Panel Buttons
Front Panel Buttons
SEL – Pressing the SEL button scrolls sequentially through the four channel time settings
appropriate to the MODE selection. Time in seconds is displayed on the three digit LED
display.
M DE – Pressing the MODE button scrolls through the menu at the left of the LED. Also used
for clearing ALARM faults.
RUN – Enables external initiate inputs. The cycle button is disabled.
SETUP – Setup / testing / and modification of 4-channel TIMER modes.
PURGE – Enables individual or simultaneous purge of dispense valves.
TEACH – For easy setting / teach of times modes in filling or other longer cycle
applications.
DELAY – Allows user entry of pre-dispense time between individual channels.
CYCLE – Pressing the CYCLE button will provide different results according to the selected
MODE.
TIME SET – Pressing the UP or DOWN buttons will change valve on-time for the
selected valve/s or the DELAY time. Pressing both buttons simultaneously will zero out the time.
These buttons are enabled in the RUN, SETUP and DELAY modes only.
ALARM INDICAT RS – At the beginning of any of the dispense activities if ALARM circuit is
open, ALr flashes on the LED display. ALARM condition needs to be corrected – either
low pressure, low level, or other alarm open circuit. After circuit is restored, flashing ALr
becomes steady. Press MODE button to resume normal operation.
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6 / Indicator Lamps / Modes of peration
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FLAS ING LED
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Indicator amps
The indicator lamp at the far left will be lit
any time valves are actuated.
The four numbered lamps ∂,∑,Ã,π, around
the SEL button will be lit sequentially then
all ON by pressing the SEL button.
In the center of the front panel are five
indicator lamps.
These lamps indicate the mode of
operation.
Modes of Operation
RUN – The ValveMate 8000 is ready
to be initiated through the I/O resulting in a
dispense cycle. Time settings can be made
“on-the-fly” while the machine is running.
For “on-the-fly” adjustment, ¿ Select
appropriate channel. ¡ Press CYCLE. .
LED display will “flash”. Æ Press UP or
DOWN arrow to add or subtract time to
selected channel.
√ When finished press
CYCLE to lock in new TIME. Initiate signals
are only enabled in the RUN mode.
SETUP – In the SETUP mode,
time settings can be changed and deposit
size tested.
PURGE – This allows purging from
selected or all channels for the duration
the CYCLE button is pressed.
TEACH –Select channel. Press and
hold the CYCLE button in the TEAC
mode will begin “flashing” of the LED
display for 5 seconds before TEAC function
begins. Add incremental time to selected
channel by continued press and hold of
CYCLE button or .000 out channel time
and begin TEAC sequence described
above. Repeat sequence for each channel.

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Modes of Operation (cont’d)
7 / Modes of peration
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Æ
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DELAY – In the delay mode,
the time set buttons can be used to enter a
pre-dispense delay for adjusting the leading
edge of the valve open time.
Steady Mode peration
Each individual channel can be put into a
steady mode / time override operation. ¿ In
Setup mode, , ¡ Press SEL for
selected channel. Æ Press both UP / DOWN
buttons to .000 out channel time.
√
Press and hold DOWN button for 5 seconds
or until ƒ “– – –” appears on LED display.
Repeat steps for each channel requiring
steady mode. To return to TIME setting, enter
SETUP . mode. Select appropriate
channel. Press UP / Down buttons
simultaneously. .000 will appear on LED
display. Re-enter time value as needed.
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8 / Typical Setup
Typical Setup – Two Valve System Installation
Electrical
Constant Air
Fluid
Actuating Air
Alarm In
Low
Pressure
Switch
Tank Air Line Fluid Feed Line
Actuating
Air
Valves
1-Liter Tank
Filter
Regulator
Solenoid Cable
Solenoid
ValveMate 8000
Controller
Regulated Air Supply

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The ValveMate 8000 can be mounted either over or under a cabinet using screws or panel
mounted using the optional bezel mount #7022038.
Mounting the ValveMate 8000
9 / Mounting the ValveMate 8000
PANEL
MOUNT
BEZEL
8000PMK
PANEL
THICKNESS
(SEE TABLE)
FITS M4 OR UNC/UNF
#8 SCREWS FOR
UNDER OR O ER
CABINET MOUNTING
SPRING
CLAMPST
B
A
C (4X)
Panel Cutout Dimensions
Dimension Min Max
mm in mm in
A 183.6 7.23 185.2 7.29
B 51.6 2.03 53.1 2.09
C R3.3 R.13 R9.4 R.37
Thick 1.6 .063 2.3 .091

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10 / Mounting the ValveMate 8000
Input Power Supply
A universal 24VDC remote power supply is included with each ValveMate 8000. Select a
convenient location and connect to appropriate input voltage.
Mounting the ValveMate 8000 (cont’d)

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ALARM
1 INIT. 2 INIT. 3 INIT. 4 INIT. IN OUT EOC OUTPUT
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24 VDC 0.1A
The 16 pin terminal strip includes four dispense valve initiate inputs, an alarm I/O, an
End of Cycle output and a 24VDC courtesy power output.
The four initiate inputs can be connected in series, parallel or to separate input
sources for independent valve control, or ability to disable a specific valve when using
“part in place” verification.
For detail connection schematic and instructions, refer to page 14.
The alarm I/O is used to monitor air supply pressure and/or tank low level. This I/O can
be used to operate an audible alarm, or be connected to the machine controls to shut
off the machine if air pressure or tank level is low. In addition, when the alarm is
activated, the display will flash “A R" indicating that air pressure or tank level
has dropped below minimum.
The End Of Cycle (EOC) feedback can send a signal back to the machine controls
signaling when the dispense cycle is finished. Using this signal can increase machine
productivity by eliminating any delay after the dispense cycle and also confirms a
dispense cycle has occurred. As long as an initiate sequence is in progress on any
channel, the EOC circuit is open. Maximum load is 100mA from 5 to 24 VDC.
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Input/Output Connections
11 / Input/ utput Connections

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12 / Initiate Connection
See page 14 for a detailed Initiate Connection Schematic.
1, 2, 3, and 4 Channel Initiate
The 8000 can be initiated through a time cycle by the application of 5 to 24 VDC to the
appropriate input terminals. A system set-up schematic is detailed on page 8.
Alarm IN / UT Connection
The ValveMate 8000 features an ALARM input and output circuits. The ALARM IN can be
utilized through the connection of either the low air pressure sensor (supplied), low level fluid
float switch (if used) or other such device/accessory that may be selected for ALARM purposes.
ALARM switches are to be wired in series and must be normally closed switches.
The ALARM OUT circuit is a normally OFF electronic switch that can switch an external 5-24
VDC circuit to an external signalling device or PLC input. Maximum load is 100mA, 5-24 VDC.
Initiate Connection
If no ALARM switch is being used, the ALARM IN positive (+) and negative (-)
terminals must have a jumper installed to disable the ALARM feature.

End of Cycle Connection (E C)
Upon completion of a dispense cycle, an open collector circuit closes and remains closed until
the next dispense cycle. This circuit can be utilized to signal back to a host computer, start
another device in sequence or other operations that need to be tied into the completion of the
dispense cycle. This circuit will close when all dispensing activity has completed.
Upon closure, power from an external source is allowed to pass through the circuit to operate
a 5 to 24 VDC load or be monitored by the host machine controls.
The load illustrated is a relay, but this could be any device that will operate within the 5 to 24
volt range. Power consumption of the load must not exceed 100mA.
24 VDC utput
Courtesy 24 volt DC 100mA can be used to provide power to EOC and ALARM out circuits for
signalling purposes. Also, can be used as a power source for an indicator device or initiate
signal through a contact closure switch to the 4-channel Initiate circuit.
Initiate Connection (cont’d)
13 / Initiate Connection
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Initiate Connection Schematic
14 / Initiate Connection Schematic
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1 INIT. 2 INIT. 3 INIT. 4 INIT.12 3 4COMMON
OUT TO SOLENOID
POWER IN
24 VDC
1.25 A MIN.
VOLTAGE INITIATE
5-24 VDC
2.2mA AT 5VDC
15.0mA AT 24 VDC
3 WAY, 2 POSITION
2SOLENOID VALVES
24 VDC
5 WATT EACH MAXIMUM
NEG. COMMON
OUTPUTS
INPUTS
SWITCH CLOSURES
5-24 VDC SOURCE
100mA MAX.
COURTSEY
SUPPLY
24 VDC
100mA MAX.
ALARM IN
NC SWITCH
10mA MAX.
24VDC 1.25 A ++++++++
REFER TO
ACCOMPANYING
DOCUMENTS
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MADE IN U.S.A.
ALARM
IN OUT EOC
24 VDC 0,1 A
OUTPUT
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15 / Installing the Air Solenoids
¿ Mount the solenoid packs in a convenient
location near the dispense valve station.
¡ Interconnect the solenoid pack to the
ValveMate 8000 controller using the cable
supplied. Æ Interconnect the solenoid pack to
the ValveMate 8000 controller using the cable
supplied. √ Connect a regulated and filtered
air supply to the solenoid pack. ∞ Supply
pressure to the solenoids should be set to 80
psi. (5.5 bar).
Installation des valves de dosage
All Nordson EFD valves are supplied with an
installation manual. The manual will explain
the operation of the valve and also how to set
up the valve with the fluid reservoir. ±
Connect the valve actuating air hoses to the
appropriate solenoid output.
Installing the Air Solenoids
Electrical
Constant Air
Fluid
Actuating Air
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√
¡
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≈
Common
- Blue
Channel 2 - Brown
Channel
1 - Black
Æ

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16 / Final Setup Checklist
Final Setup Checklist
¿ Air pressure to solenoid pack is set to 80
psi (5.5 bar).
¡ Solenoids and I/O are wired correctly.
Æ Valves and fluid reservoir are properly
connected.
√ Valves are set up and dispensing tips
installed in accordance with the dispense
valve installation guide.
∞ Turn power on. Confirm indicator lamps
and LED display is lit.
Note: The ValeMate 8000 is not equipped
with an ON / Off switch and remains in ON
condition as long as input power supply
voltage is maintained.
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√
Æ
¡
ƒ
Æ
Electrical
Constant Air
Fluid
Actuating Air

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Testing the Dispense Valves
17 / Testing the Spray Valves
1. Set tank pressure. For low viscosity, low
pressures and high viscosity, higher
pressure.
2. Using the Mode button on the
ValveMate controller, place the controller in
the PURGE mode.
3. Using the SEL button, select one or all
channels.
4. Place a container under the valve and
press the CYCLE button to open the
valve and flow material until all air is
purged from the system. Adjust the tank
pressure, or valve stroke knob to set a flow
rate that is not too low or too high. A high
flow rate will make setting up a small dot
difficult or could cause splashing.
5. Using the Mode button again, place the
controller in the Setup mode. Using
the UP / DOWN buttons next to the
LED, set a dispense time of .050 seconds
for all valves.
6. Press the CYCLE button to initiate a
dispense cycle. Increase or decrease the
time or tank pressure to arrive at the
desired deposit size. The primary
control of deposit size is the
valve open time. Final time setting
may be different for each valve as this is
the way we compensate for minor varia-
tions in tubing length or tolerance stack
up.
7. The system is now ready to be initiated by
the machine controls when the machine is
started.

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Troubleshooting Guide
18 / Troubleshooting
LED is blinking ALR and will
not accept initiate signal.
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Unit is not responding to the
initiate signal.
Timer is inoperative.
Flashing on LED display.
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Trouble Possible cause and correction
Air pressure to the solenoid pack has dropped below
60 psi or if low level float switch is used, tank level
is low. Raise the input pressure to 70 psi (4.8 bar) or
refill the tank. Press CYCLE button to reset.
If problem persists, make sure devices such as air
cylinders are not causing a pressure drop in the
ValveMate 8000 solenoid pack input air line. If no
ALARM switch is being used, the ALARM IN + / -
terminals must have a jumper installed to disable
ALARM feature.
Check to make sure the unit is not in a mode other
than RUN . Response delay in pneumatic
circuit does not allow the valve to open when time
is set at or below 0.010 seconds. Increase time.
Initiate signal may have a low level of leakage. The
signal must break clean before the next signal is
initiated.
Check to make sure the unit is not in the steady
mode. The timer is very reliable. Any failure is total
so no inconsistency is possible.
Short on the OUT TO SOLENOID circuit.
Check solenoid wiring connections.

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Replacement Parts ist
Valvemate 8000
7022050: Connector housing, 16 pin
7022027: Plug, terminal block, 16 pin
7022048: Connector housing, 6 pin
7022025: Plug, terminal block, 6-pin
7002002: 5-micron Filter / Regulator
7013433: Cable, solenoid, manifold 12 feet
7022012: Main PC board, 8000
7022015: Rubber feet
7022019: Power supply, 30W
7022023: Stand
7022030: Air Manifold Block, VM8000
7022032: Solenoid valve, manifold
mount
7022036: Solenoid valve, Inline, DIN
7022038: Panel mount kit
7022041: Pressure Switch
7022043: ole plug, 5/16, nylon
7022045: Cable, Inline solenoid, Din
Connector
7022053: Control panel – VM8000
7022246: Single Solenoid Assembly
7022247: Dual Manifold w/ Two Solenoids
7022248: Quad Manifold w/ Three Solenoids
7022249: Quad Manifold w/ Four Solenoids
7023284: Cable, 2-cond. 24AWG i-Flex
7026543: Kit DC Cable Assembly-2M-Locking Conn
7022012
7022053
7022027
7022050
7022025
7022048
19 / Replacement Parts List

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Nordson EFD ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
All components of the Nordson EFD ValveMate 8000 are warranted for one year
from date of purchase to be free from defects in material and workmanship (but
not against damage caused by misuse, abrasion, corrosion, negligence, accident,
faulty installation or by dispensing material incompatible with equipment) when the
equipment is installed and operated in accordance with factory recommendations
and instructions. EFD will repair or replace free of charge any part of the equip-
ment thus found to be defective, on authorized return of the part prepaid to our
factory during the warranty period.
In no event shall any liability or obligation of EFD arising from this warranty exceed
the purchase price of the equipment. This warranty is valid only when oil-free,
clean, dry, filtered air is used.
Nordson EFD makes no warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose. In no event shall EFD be liable for incidental or consequential damages.
To order ValveMate 8000 controller,
refer to part #7022004.
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