OETIKER EPC 01 User manual

Translation of the original
instruction manual
Part no. 08905306
Issue 221129_V02_a
OETIKER Schweiz AG
Spätzstrasse 11
CH-8810 Horgen
Switzerland
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1 Information about this manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.1 Symbols and meanings of the representations used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.3 Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Basic safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 How to use the instruction manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Special safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.4.1 Moving parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.4.2 Flying parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.4.3 Noise level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.4.4 Compressed air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.5 Safe working methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.6 Safety devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.6.1 Pressure relief valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.6.2 Safety shut-off valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.6.3 Safety lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.7 Using the EPC 01 via an external control system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
2.8 Modifications, changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.9 Qualified personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.10 Maintenance tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.11 Signs on the EPC 01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.11.1 Safety signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.11.2 Nameplates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3 Structure and description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Overall EPC 01 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2 Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.3 Pincer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.4 CAL 01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4 Process description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.1 Process flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.2 Closing modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.2.1 Force priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.2.2 Stroke priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.2.3 Schnappi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.3 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.3.1 Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.3.2 Hold or detect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.3.3 Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
4.3.4 Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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4.4 Pincer test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
4.4.1 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.4.2 Friction test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
4.4.3 Force test (standard-setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
4.4.4 Two-stage guided force test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.4.5 Gap test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5 Structure and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1 Prepare assembly and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.1 Checking the ambient conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.2 Preparing the installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.3 Preparing the components for installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.2 Setting up and connecting the EPC 01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
5.3 Initial commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6 Working with the EPC 01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.1 Preparatory activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.2 Switching the EPC 01 on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.2.1 Switching the EPC 01 on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.2.2 Switching the EPC 01 off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.3 Proceed with the closure functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
6.4 EPC 01 feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
6.5 Changing the pincer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
6.6 Set EPC 01 out of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7 EPC 01 menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.1 User level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.2 Display and operating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.3 Menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.3.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.3.2 Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
8 PC-Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
8.1 Basic matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
8.2 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
8.2.1 System requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
8.2.2 Installing the PC software and USB driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
8.3 Structure and elements of the PC software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
8.4 Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
8.4.1 Start PC software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
8.4.2 Exit PC software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
8.4.3 Checking the roles configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

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8.5 Menu Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
8.5.1 Overview of the menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
8.5.2 Connecting to the Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
8.5.3 Read data set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
8.5.4 Sending the data set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
8.5.5 Measure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
8.5.6 Pincer test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
8.5.7 Execute commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
8.6 Local dataset menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
8.6.1 Overview of the menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
8.6.2 Edit local dataset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
8.6.3 Importing the local dataset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
8.6.4 Exporting the local dataset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
8.6.5 Editing the clamping dataset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
8.6.6 Edit sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
8.6.7 Edit the Control Unit settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
8.6.8 View statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
8.6.9 View log file. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
8.6.10 View Licensed Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
9 Operate the EPC 01 via an external Control Unit (PLC) 61
9.1 Description of the integration for semi/fully automatic mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
9.1.1 Instruction of Incorporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
10 Maintenance and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
10.1 General safety instructions for maintenance and repair work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
10.2 Preparation and completion of maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
10.2.1 Preparing for maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
10.2.2 Completing maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
10.3 Perform maintenance according to the maintenance schedul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
10.3.1 Cleaning the EPC 01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
10.3.2 Lubricating the pincer head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
10.3.3 Checking and changing the pre-filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
10.3.4 Have the pincer and pincer head serviced (recommended) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
10.4 Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
10.4.1 Changing the pincer head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
10.4.2 Aligning the pincer head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
10.4.3 Changing the pincer jaws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
10.4.4 Have the EPC 01 unit repaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
11 Troubleshooting and error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
11.1 General instructions in the event of errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
11.2 Displaying errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

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11.3 Troubleshooting measures for error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
11.3.1 Fixing errors of the «System» error type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
11.3.2 Fixing errors of the «Handling» error type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
11.3.3 Fixing error of the «Process» error type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
11.3.4 Description of the messages when measuring with the PC software . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
11.4 Troubleshooting measures without error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
12 Transport, storage and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
12.1 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
12.2 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
12.3 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
13 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
13.1 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
13.1.1 Environmental conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
13.1.2 Electrical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
13.1.3 Mass and weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
13.1.4 System capability within the working temperature range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
13.1.5 Compressed air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
13.1.6 Lubricant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
13.2 Electrical connections and interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
13.2.1 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
13.2.2 Interface X1 pincer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
13.2.3 X12 interface jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
13.2.4 X20 interface digital connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
13.2.5 Interface X3, RS232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
13.2.6 USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
13.2.7 Ethernet interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
13.3 Industrial communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
13.3.1 General and preparatory activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
13.3.2 Profinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
13.3.3 EtherNet / IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
13.3.4 EtherCAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
13.3.5 Mapping list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
13.3.6 Check the data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
13.3.7 Software for PLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
13.4 Warranty and guarantee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
13.4.1 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
13.4.2 Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
13.4.3 Warranty claims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
13.4.4 Consequential damages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
13.4.5 Costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
13.5 Pixel fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
14 Contact details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

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1.1 Symbols and meanings of the representations used
Various warning signs are used in this instruction manual to alert the reader about potential damage to property
andpersonal injury.
►Compliance with these warning signs is mandatory.
►Compliance with instructions that are flagged with a warning symbol and text is mandatory.
The following symbols are used in this instruction manual:
Situation will result in serious injury or death.
Situation could result in serious injury or death.
Situation could result moderate or minor injury.
Situations that at worst will result only in property damage
and will not result in physical injuries.
Symbol Meaning
►... Single-step call to action
1. ...
2. ...
3. ...
Multi-step call to action
►Note the sequence.
9... Requirement
• Necessary or labor-saving steps for the successful execution of an action.
Connect Display or operating elements of the menu or the PC software are highlighted.
1.2 Scope
This instruction manual applies to all OETIKER Electro-Pneumatic Controllers 01 (EPC 01) and describes the
mode of operation as well as the correct commissioning, operation, decommissioning, recommissioning, storage
and transport. This instruction manual contains important information for safe working procedures.
Maintenance information can be found in chapter 10.
1.3 Compatibility
Some components of the OETIKER products EPC 01, ELK 01 and ELK 02 are compatible with each other. Thefol-
lowing should be noted:
• The Trigger Unit of the ELK 02 cannot be used as a hand-held tool.
• The Trigger Unit of the ELK 02 can be used with the EPC 01, provided it is operated in semi-automatic or fully
automatic mode.
• The Trigger Unit of the EPC 01 cannot be used with ELK 01 and ELK 02.
• The pincer body of the ELK 02 can be retrofitted to the Trigger Unit of the EPC 01.
Retrofitting is carried out after prior consultation with the local OETIKER Service Center (seechapter14).

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2 Basic safety instructions
2.1 How to use the instruction manual
►Make sure that this instruction manual is always available for use within easy reach.
►If the device is sold, ensure this instruction manual is passed on to the next owner of the device.
►Please read the instruction manual carefully before commissioning the EPC 01.
– Familiarize yourself with all settings and their functions.
– Anyone setting up, commissioning, maintaining or repairing the unit must have read and understood
theinstruction manual and in particular the safety instructions.
2.2 Intended use
• The EPC 01 with the associated OETIKER pincers is used exclusively for closing OETIKER clamps and
• low-profile clamps with high process reliability.
• The EPC 01 must be used only as specified as intended use and when it is in a technically safe and fault-free
condition.
• Intended use also covers observance of this instruction manual and compliance with the technical data.
• The EPC 01 is designed for one-man operation. Action by other persons to start of the closure cycle is pro-
hibited.
• The EPC 01 is designed for manual operation.
• The use of the EPC 01 in potentially explosive atmospheres or outdoors is not permitted.
• If the EPC 01 is used in an automated environment, the operating company is responsible for compliance
with the applicable safety regulations.
• Any use not in accordance with the intended use shall be regarded as incorrect usage.
Usage other than intended use
The EPC 01 device is built to current state-of-the-art technology and is safe to operate. Residual hazards re-
main ifthe device is used incorrectly or by untrained personnel. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for
injuries to personnel and/or damage to property arising from the improper use of the EPC 01. In such cases the
operating company shall be solely responsible.
2.3 General safety instructions
►Observe the operating instructions and maintenance instructions.
►Only qualified technicians shall be permitted to proceed with maintenance and repair tasks.
►Only persons who are familiar with it and have been informed about the dangers shall be permitted to use
theEPC 01.
►Compliance with all relevant accident prevention regulations, and generally accepted health and safety rules
ismandatory.
Improvements to the machine
In our endeavor to continuously improve the quality of our products, we reserve the right to make improvements
without changing the instruction manual. Details of dimensions, weights, materials, performance ratings and
names may therefore be subject to necessary changes. Regarding electrical diagrams, the diagram supplied with
the machine takes precedence in all cases.

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2.4 Special safety instructions
Only specially trained personnel are authorized to proceed with maintenance and repair work on pneumatic
andelectrical equipment.
►Before maintenance and repair work, switch off all devices and disconnect the EPC 01 from the mains
andthecompressed air supply.
►In the course of preventive maintenance, check the hoses for wear and replace them if necessary.
2.4.1 Moving parts
During operation, there is a risk of serious injury from crushing, lacerating and shearing of fingers by the moving
jaws on the pincer head.
►Do not reach into the clamping area of the pincer head during operation.
►Before carrying out any work on the clamping area of the pincer head, switch off the voltage and compressed
air supply to the EPC 01.
►Do not point the pincer head at other persons.
2.4.2 Ejected parts
If the workpiece, accessories or machine tool breaks, parts can be ejected at high speed. There is a risk of serious
injury.
►Before use, check the EPC 01 for fractures. Exchange any damaged parts.
►Wear protective equipment.
2.4.3 Noise level
When venting the pincer, a max. noise level of 92 dBA can be expected at the Control Unit.
►Where high noise levels are present, wear hearing protection.
►Do not mount the Control Unit at head height.
2.4.4 Compressed air
The EPC 01 is operated with compressed air. Even after switching off, individual system parts and devices may
stillbe pressurized. Compressed air escapes when the pincer is vented.
Escaping compressed air can cause injuries.
►Before all maintenance and repair work, switch off the compressed air supply.
►Depressurize all air-operated plant components and equipment.
►Please operate the EPC 01 between 4 bar to 10 bar (recommended: 6 bar). Do not operate the EPC 01 at
pressures greater than 10 bar.
►Ensure that the vent holes on the pincer body are clear.

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2.5 Safe working methods
►Before each start of production, check the EPC 01 for visible damage and ensure that it is operated only
when inperfect condition.
►Report deficiencies to the supervisor immediately.
– Do not attempt to continue using the EPC 01 if defects have been identified.
►Wear safety glasses and safety shoes during operation and maintenance. Wear a safety helmet when working
overhead.
►The EPC 01 is designed for operation by a single operator: The closure cycle must never be initiated by
asecond person.
►Keep sufficient space around the product. Users must not be obstructed by third parties.
►Set up the workstation ergonomically for working with the EPC 01. In particular, this includes the following:
– Ensure lighting intensity of at least 400 lux.
– Enable safe and comfortable posture during operation.
– Set up and lay plant components, hoses and pipes in such a way that they cannot cause any tripping
orfalling hazards during operation.
►When working with the EPC 01, the hands, arms, shoulders and neck can be stressed. Pain and discomfort
canbe the result.
– Interrupt work with the EPC 01 at regular intervals.
– Stop work if symptoms of stress persist or recur. Have stress symptoms medically checked.
2.6 Safety devices
Safety devices protect against hazards when handling the EPC 01.
►Do not modify the safety devices.
►Ensure that all safety devices are effective during operation.
2.6.1 Pressure relief valve
One or more pressure relief valves are installed in the service unit, to protect against excessive pressure. The
valves are arranged in such a way that they limit the pressure in all relevant system parts and equipment. Alterna-
tive devices, such as pressure regulators, may be used provided they meet the requirement of the application.
2.6.2 Safety shut-off valve
A safety shut-off valve is installed in the compressed air supply line in the area of the compressed air filter. In the
event of excessive pressure, the safety shut-off valve closes and shuts off the compressed air supply line to the
downstream plant components and equipment.
2.6.3 Safety lever
There is a safety lever on the Trigger Unit of the pincer. The safety lever is pressed and held down during the
crimping process. The safety lever actuates the integrated 3/2 safety valve. The safety valve is designed to close
independently under pressure and to vent safely.
Actuating the safety lever prevents unintentional closure.

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2.7 Using the EPC 01 via an external control system
• The integrator is responsible for the safe integration of the EPC 01.
• The integrator must prepare a risk assessment and implement the system according to the risk assessment.
• Integration may be performed only by qualified personnel.
• For more information on this topic seechapter9.
• If you have any questions about integration, contact OETIKER.
2.8 Modifications, changes
If the seal on the EPC 01 is damaged or is removed without authorization, OETIKER will not accept any warranty
claims.
►Do not modify the EPC 01 without the consent of OETIKER. Any modification excludes liability on the part
ofOETIKER for any resulting damage.
►Only use original spare parts and accessories. In particular, use only the pneumatic components and lines
described in this instruction manual.
►Do not remove any safety devices.
2.9 Qualified personnel
WARNING
Risk of injury
Danger due to actions of unauthorized or unqualified personnel.
The use of this device is reserved exclusively for authorized and qualified personnel. Use without the instruction
manual is prohibited. The authorization levels for use are as follows:
Personnel
Activities
User
(public)
Line
manager
Customer
Administrator
Operating the EPC 01 999
Making settings  9 9
Training users in using the EPC 01  9 9
Providing the instruction manual  9 9
Ensuring closure data  9 9
Updating firmware   9
Explanation: 9= permitted  = not permitted
«User»:
• is familiar with the specified safety instructions and regulations
• knows the relevant procedures described in this document
• has been trained appropriately
• has been trained by the responsible line manager or an employee of OETIKER
The operating company must ensure that the employee has received the safety instructions and regulations in his
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«Line Manager»:
• must possess the knowledge described for the «User»
• trains the operator
«Customer Administrator»:
• must possess the knowledge described for the «Line supervisor»
• is the administrator and has comprehensive rights
2.10 Maintenance tasks
The inspection and maintenance intervals specified in the instruction manual must be observed (seechapter10.).
Maintenance and repair instructions must be observed accordingly.
►Regularly check that the pincer head and closure mechanism are working properly. If cracks and fractures
occur, replace the relevant components.
►Complex maintenance work involving opening the EPC 01 must be carried out exclusively by a local
OETIKER Service Center (seechapter14).
2.11 Signs on the EPC 01
2.11.1 Safety signs
1. Warning:
Keep hands away from the crush points!
Disconnect compressed air / voltage supply before maintenance!
2. Crush hazard in the crimping area of the pincer head.
►Observe the safety signs.
►Do not remove the safety signs: keep them in legible condition at all times.
1
2
Fig. 1: SafetylabelsonthepincerheadoftheEPC01

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2.11.2 Nameplates
Fig. 2:
Nameplates(left:controlunit,right:pincer)

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3.1 Overall EPC 01 system
Structure
1. Pincer holder (recommended, plastic)
2. Pincer
3. Hybrid hose
4. Control Unit
5. Compressed air supply line
6. Safety shut-off valve
7. Compressed air filter
8. Compressed air reservoir
9. Service unit
10. PC
11. CAL 01
12. Compressor / compressed air supply
1
2
3
4
567
8
9
12
11 10
Fig. 3:
StructureoftheoverallEPC01system

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Description
The OETIKER EPC 01 is an electro-pneumatic system for closure of clamps and low-profile clamps. Thecompo-
nents of the system are connected to each other via compressed air hoses (3, 5).
The compressor / compressed air supply (12) generates compressed air which flows to the service unit (9). To
protect the entire system from overpressure, the service unit (9) reduces the air pressure to the defined range of
pressure. The compressed air is stored in the compressed air reservoir (8). The compressed air filter (7) cleans the
compressed air. In the event of impermissible pressure, the safety shut-off valve (6) closes and shuts off the com-
pressed air supply line (5) to the Control Unit (4).
The Control Unit (4) controls and monitors the crimping operations using defined control parameters and closure
data. The data of the Control Unit are stored in the PC software of the PC (10). The hybrid hose (3) supplies the
pincer (2) with compressed air and power.
The pincer (2) is the tool used by the operator to close the clamps and low-profile clamps. The pincer is held
inthepincer holder (1).
The CAL 01 (11) is used to calibrate the pincer during the pincer test.
3.2 Control Unit
Layout
Item Designation Description / Use
1 pA Hybrid hose connection (Pincer pneumatic connection)
2 Vent Compressed air outlet during venting
3 X1 Pincer electrical connection
4 X12
Jack plug
interface for reading out pressure and stroke (linear position) as analog signals for
optical display on relevant display devices (e.g. an oscilloscope)
5 X3 RS232
interface for communication with the PC software / CAL 01
6 X20 25-pin D-SUB interface
Connection for control via the logic module (PLC), inputs/outputs
1
2
3
4
5
6
78
9
10
11 12 13 14 15 16
Fig. 4:
LayoutoftheControlUnit

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Item Designation Description / Use
7 USB Interface for communication with the PC software
8 Ethernet Interface for communication with the PC software
9 Rotary pushbutton Operating the menu of the Control Unit
10 Display Displaying the menus of the Control Unit
Displaying error messages
11 Vent Button for venting the Control Unit
12
13
IN / X30 P1
OUT / X30 P0 Optional BUS interface for industrial communication with a external system (PLC)
14 On/Off switch Switching the Control Unit on and off
15 Plug for light-cur-
rent equipment 3-pin plug (male) for light-current equipment
16 pE Compressed air inlet (compressed air supply line)
Description
The Control Unit is the central device for controlling and monitoring the crimping operations. Control parameters
andclosure data are set and read on the Control Unit.
NOTICE
Further information:
• Operation via external controls seechapter9.
• Detailed information of the interfaces seechapter13.2.

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3.3 Pincer
Structure
1. Trigger Unit
2. Pincer body
3. Pincer head
4. Suspension bracket
5. Rotary adapter
6. Safety lever
7. START key (hidden)
8. LED (hidden)
9. Vent hole
10. Available fixing surface
11. Union nut
12. Pincer plate
13. Pincer jaw
Description
The pincer is the operator›s tool and is used to close the clamps and low-profile clamps. The pincer consists of
3elements: the Trigger Unit, the pincer body and the pincer head.
The pincer is held and operated at the Trigger Unit (1). Pressing the START key (7) triggers a closure. The inte-
grated 3/2 safety valve enables safe closure and venting when the safety lever (6) is actuated. The LED (8) signals
status messages. The pincer is suspended from the suspension bracket (4).
The pincer body (2) has several vent holes (9) for venting. The pincer head (3) is mounted to the pincer body.
The pincer head (3) uses the pincer jaws (13) to close the clamps and low-profile clamps. There are different
pincer heads for different product groups of clamps. The correct pincer head must be used with the customers
application. For applications that are difficult to access, for example, special pincer heads can be mounted (con-
sultation with OETIKER required). After the pincer head has been changed, apincer test is required.
The pincer head can be changed as required within the following 3 groups:
• HO 2000, HO 3000 and HO 4000
• HO 5000 and HO 7000
• HO 10000
1
2
3
45
6
78
9
10 11
12
13
Fig. 5:
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3.4 CAL 01
1. CAL 01
2. Sensor SKS0x
The CAL 01 measuring device (1) is used to calibrate the pincer and is particularly required for the force test
during the pincer test. The SKS0x sensor (2) is mounted on the pincer head. The measured force can either be
transferred to the PC software or directly to the Control Unit.
The CAL 01 is a stand-alone device available from OETIKER. The function of the device can be found in the corre-
sponding Instruction manual.
1
2
Fig. 6: StructureoftheCAL01

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4 Process description
4.1 Process flow
The EPC 01 is used for professional and reliable closure
ofOETIKER clamps and low-profile clamps.
To do this, an ear or the closure hook of the low-profile clamp
(1) is inserted between the pincer jaws (2).
Subsequently, the closure process on the Trigger Unit is first
released by depressing and holding down the safety lever (4)
and is then initiated via the START button (3).
The safety lever should be released after each completed
closure (but is required every 20 closures).
The pincer jaws crimp the ear (5), using the preset force.
When using clamps, the preset value is used so that the
clamp is hooked in.
The Control Unit monitors, qualifies and quantifies the crimp-
ing process. Various interfaces allow the measured variables
as well as OK/NOK conditions to be displayed.

Fig. 7:
Insertingaclamp/low-proleclamp
3
4
Fig. 8:
Startingtheclosureprocess
5
Fig. 9:
Closingtheclamp/low-proleclamp

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4.2 Closing modes
4.2.1 Force priority
With this closure function, closure takes place at a defined closure force,
which is controlled by the Control Unit.
The deformation of the clamp and the parts being clamped results in a
closing gap. The closing gap can be used to verify the position of the
assembled components; however, this gap is subject to change due to
various tolerances (of the parts being clamped, the clamp itself, and the
nozzle).
Force priority closure is used to close the ear clamps. The performance of
theclamp depends on the closing force (and not on the closing gap).
The figure to the right shows a simplified force priority
closing process.
4.2.2 Stroke priority
With this closure function, closure takes place at a defined closure gap,
whichis regulated by the Control Unit.
The resistance of the parts being clamped and the resistance of the
clamp itself result in a closing force. This closing force is needed in order
to move to the given position. The closing force can be used to verify the
assembled components; however, this force is subject to change due to
various tolerances (of the parts being clamped, the clamp itself, and the
nozzle).
The stroke priority closure function is used to close low-profile clamps.
Becausethe performance of a low-profile clamp is guaranteed only when
thehook is engaged, the EPC 01 closes up to a certain gap value at
which the engagement of the low-profile clamp is ensured.
The figure to the right shows a simplified stroke-priority closing process.
Fig. 10:
Forcepriorityclosure
Fig. 11:
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4.2.3 Schnappi
With this closure function, closure takes place at a defined closure force (force priority closure), whereby the
control unit detects when the hook has been passed over and stops the crimping process. This ensures that the
material isnot stressed excessively. This closure method is recommended for type PG168 and PG192 low-profile
clamps. The closing process with verification is illustrated in the figure below.
4.3 Options
The closing process can be extended by incorporating the options shown below. The options can be set in the
PCsoftware (seechapter8.6.5).
4.3.1 Open
Turning this option on allows the tool to be pre-loaded with air to keep it at a specific gap.
This option is suitable when the open gap is larger than the ear of the clamp. To activate the opening gap, the
safety lever must be pressed and held continuously. As soon as the START key is pressed, the pincer moves to
theset opening gap and remains there until the cycle is triggered by pressing the START key again. After the cycle
is completed the pincer retracts completely and is brought back into the opening gap by releasing and pressing
andholding the safety lever again and pressing the START key.
Fig. 12:
Schnappiclosing