Stoll CMS 530 User manual

Instruction manual for a safe operation of the
knitting machine
ID 267 886 GB
Type Computer type Component type
CMS 530 642
643
OKC5.0 000
000
CMS 520 C 647 OKC5.0 000
CMS 520 C+ 652 OKC5.0 000
CMS 502 645
646
OKC5.0 000

Date: 2014-07-08
Translation of the original operating instructions
Operating system of the machine: V_OKC_005.000.000_STOLL (or higher)
H. STOLL GmbH & Co. KG, Stollweg 1, D-72760 Reutlingen, Germany
Our products are being developed further continuously. They are therefore subject to technical modifica-
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Table of Contents
1Documentation DVD 5
2Safety instructions 6
2.1 Intended use ........................................................................................................................ 6
2.2 Organizational measures..................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Personnel qualifications and selection................................................................................. 8
2.3.1 Personnel qualification ............................................................................................... 8
2.3.2 Selection of personnel ................................................................................................ 9
2.4 Symbols in this document.................................................................................................. 10
2.5 Warning ............................................................................................................................. 11
2.5.1 Warnings used.......................................................................................................... 11
2.5.2 Explanation to the pictogram (ISO) .......................................................................... 13
2.5.3 Warnings in the documentation ................................................................................ 15
2.6 Safety precautions regarding the machine's life phases.................................................... 16
2.6.1 Safety instructions for the transport.......................................................................... 16
2.6.2 Safety instructions for installing ................................................................................ 17
2.6.3 Safety instructions for the electrical connection ....................................................... 17
2.6.4 Safety Instructions for the Exchange of Data ........................................................... 17
2.6.5 Safety Precautions for Production ............................................................................ 18
2.6.6 Additional Safety Instructions for the Operation with Open Covers.......................... 19
2.6.7 Safety Instructions for Lubrication, Cleaning and Maintenance ............................... 20
2.6.8 Safety instructions for the repair............................................................................... 21
2.6.9 Safety instructions for dismantling work (dismantling).............................................. 25
3Electrical data of the machine........................................................................... 26
3.1 Dimensions and weights.................................................................................................... 26
3.2 Electrical data .................................................................................................................... 28
3.3 Gauge ranges .................................................................................................................... 29
3.4 Operating conditions.......................................................................................................... 30
3.5 Storage conditions .............................................................................................................30
3.6 Noise emissions................................................................................................................. 31
4Main components of the knitting machine ........................................................ 32
4.1 Front side........................................................................................................................... 32
4.2 Lateral view (right) ............................................................................................................. 34
4.3 Rear side ........................................................................................................................... 35
5Security relevant operating elements ............................................................... 36
5.1 Main switch ........................................................................................................................ 36
5.2 Engaging rod ..................................................................................................................... 37

6Optical and acoustic signal elements ............................................................... 38
6.1 Signal light ......................................................................................................................... 38
6.2 Touch screen ..................................................................................................................... 39
6.3 Horn ................................................................................................................................... 40
6.4 Lamps on the yarn control device...................................................................................... 41
7Assembly and setting up .................................................................................. 42
7.1 Preparing assembly ........................................................................................................... 42
7.1.1 Preparing installation location................................................................................... 42
7.1.2 Having tools and aids ready ..................................................................................... 42
7.1.3 Transporting machine to installation location ........................................................... 43
7.1.4 Unpacking knitting machine...................................................................................... 43
7.2 Assembling machine.......................................................................................................... 44
7.2.1 Putting up knitting machine ...................................................................................... 44
7.2.2 Connecting the knitting machine (mains voltage 230 V) .......................................... 48
7.2.3 Connecting the knitting machine (mains voltage 400 V) .......................................... 53
7.2.4 Connecting the knitting machine (mains voltage 230 V / 120 V, "Phase-Phase").... 58
7.2.5 Plug in battery pack .................................................................................................. 63
7.2.6 Mounting the yarn guide device................................................................................ 64
7.2.7 Mounting signal light................................................................................................. 66
7.2.8 Mounting friction feed wheel..................................................................................... 67
7.2.9 Set date and time ..................................................................................................... 68
7.2.10 Aligning knitting machine.......................................................................................... 69
7.3 Carry out the reference run................................................................................................ 72
7.4 Glue on measuring tape .................................................................................................... 73
7.5 How to bring the carriage to an immediate standstill ......................................................... 74
7.6 Checking protective devices .............................................................................................. 75
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Documentation DVD 1
Documentation DVD
1Documentation DVD
Included in the accessories you will find a DVD with documents about your
machine.
◆Operating instructions
◆Safety instructions
◆Spare Parts Catalog
◆Circuit diagram
◆Brochure "Cleaning, maintenance, care"
◆Pocket Card
◆Training documents...
The documents are available in different
languages.
For browsing the documentation DVD:
1. Insert the DVD in the computer.
2. Open the "1_Start.htm" file double clicking on it.
➜Keep the DVD where it is accessible to all personnel
who are responsible for working on the knitting
machine.
➜In case of resale deliver the machine with the DVD.

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2Safety instructions
Intended use
Safety instructio ns
2Safety instructions
Foreword to the instructions These operating instructions are designed to familiarize the user with the
knitting machine and its designated use.
The operating instructions contain important information on how to operate the
machine safely, properly and most efficiently. Observing these instructions
helps to avoid danger, to reduce repair costs and downtimes and to increase
the reliability and life of the machine.
The additional equipment of your machine can deviate from this description
depending on the machine type (type of machine, scope of supply, special
equipment).
The translations are carried out very carefully. Should you have any doubts
about the accuracy of the translation, please compare this with the
accompanying original document. In case of queries, please call the Stoll
Helpline.
Additional information is available via:
the Stoll branch office or Stoll dealer in your country
the Stoll Helpline:
– Tel: [phone]
– Fax: [phone]
– E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: http: //www.stoll.com
Training courses at the Stoll training centers
Preserve this operating instructions for future use. In
case of reselling the machine, the operating instructions
are to be included.
Intended use
2.1 Intended use
The machine is an industrial knitting machine of the A class according to EN
55011. Observe the country-specific laws and regulations.
The sole purpose of this knitting machine is the production of stitched items.
Only standard yarns are to be processed with the machine that are suitable for
usage in industrial knitting machines.
The yarn guide elements are not designed for the safe conductance of high
strength yarns or materials like for e.g. metals.
In case you have some specific requirements from the machine, kindly get in
touch with any of the Stoll outlets.

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Safety instructions 2
Organizational measures
Organiza tional mea sures
2.2 Organizational measures
The operating instructions are to be made accessible to all personnel who
are responsible for working on the knitting machine.
The operator must ensure that the contents of the operating instructions
are clearly understood and can be applied by the personnel who are
responsible for working on the machine.
Apart from this the operator must ensure that the national/domestic
regulations are observed and followed. They are for example regulations
– for prevention of accidents,
– for protection of health,
– for environmental protection,
– for technical rules and
– for a safe and proper working.
The knitting machine is to be used only in a technically sound condition
and as per the stipulated conditions, awareness about the safety and
dangers should be there and the operating instructions must be followed.
The warnings on the machine are to be maintained in a complete and
legible condition.
Procurement of spare parts: [11]
No modifications, additions or conversions may be made on the machine
that are not authorized by Stoll.
Use only the original Stoll spare parts during repairs and maintenance.
No arbitrary changes are to be made in the program in the operating
system of the computer, the machine software and the controlling system/
controls.
No foreign software is to be installed in the machine.
Personnel qualifications and selection

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2Safety instructions
Personnel qualifications and selection
2.3 Personnel qualifications and selection
Any work on and with the machine must be executed by reliable personnel
only.
Observe the country-specific laws and regulations.
Personnel qualification
2.3.1 Personnel qualification
In order that the knitting machine can be operated correctly and safely, it must
be set up and operated by reasonably skilled (qualified) personnel:
Electrician
Mechanic
Knitting expert
Trained or semi-skilled person
Electrician An electrician will be considered a person(expert in electrical area), who can
assess and execute the electrical jobs assigned to him and can identify
possible dangers.
The expert possesses the following characteristics:
technical qualification
theoretical knowledge
practical experience
Knowledge of the relevant (country specific) regulations
Knowledge of the operating instructions
Mechanic A mechanic will be considered a person (expert in mechanical area), who can
assess and execute the mechanical jobs assigned to him and can identify
possible dangers.
The expert possesses the following characteristics:
technical qualification
theoretical knowledge
practical experience
Knowledge of the relevant (country specific) regulations
Knowledge of the operating instructions

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Safety instructions 2
Personnel qualifications and selection
Knitting expert A knitting expert will be considered a person who can assess and execute the
jobs assigned to him and can identify possible dangers.
The expert possesses the following characteristics:
technical qualification on the knitting machine and the pattern design
system
theoretical knowledge
practical experience
Knowledge of the relevant (country specific) regulations
Knowledge of the operating instructions
Trained or semi-skilled
person
A trained or semi-skilled person is considered as someone who, based on the
following characteristics can carry out definite, accurate tasks on the knitting
machine.
detailed theoretical and practical orientation on the knitting machine
practical experience
Knowledge of possible dangers
Selection of perso nnel
2.3.2 Selection of personnel
The operator must ensure that only personnel authorized for the same can
work on the machine.
The responsibilities of the personnel are to be laid out very clearly for the
following activities.
The table shows the minimum requirements for each personnel.
Activity Personnel
Assembly Mechanic
Electrical connection Electrician
Setting up Knitting expert
Programming Knitting expert
Patterning Knitting expert, trained or semi-skilled person
Setting up Knitting expert, trained or semi-skilled person
Operation Knitting expert, trained or semi-skilled person
Production Trained or semi-skilled person
Maintenance, care and cleaning Knitting expert, trained or semi-skilled person
Maintenance Mechanic, electrician or knitting expert
repair Mechanic or Electrician
Dismantling work Mechanic or Electrician

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Symbols in this document
Symbols in th is document
2.4 Symbols in this document
Some information in this document are marked with special symbols to make
it easier to access this information quickly.
The additional equipment of your machine can deviate from this
description depending on the machine type (type of machine, scope of
supply, special equipment).
Background information is provided here.
Tips for optimal procedure are provided here.
DANGER
A warning is given here!
A warning protects you from death or injuries and the
knitting machine from serious damage.
➜Always read warnings carefully and observe them
exactly.
One-step action Carry out an one-step action:
Condition for the following action.
➜ Carry out one-step action.
Multi-step action Carry out a multi-step action:
Condition for the following actions.
1. Carry out first action.
2. Carry out second action.
3. Carry out third action.
- or -
➜Carry out the alternative action for point 3.
Result of the action sequence.
If something fails to function properly:
Information on the possible causes is provided here.
➜To solve the problem, carry out the action described
here.
Warning