ViscoTec flowscreen User manual
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Introduction 4
1.1 Function description 5
1.2 General information on the menu guide / operation 5
1.3 Description of software operation 5
1.4 Previous knowledge 6
2
Safety 6
2.1 About these operating and maintenance instructions 6
2.2 Informal safety measures 6
2.3 Correct use, warranty 7
3
Operation 8
3.1 General overview 8
3.2 Navigation in the touchscreen menu 9
3.3 Switching on 10
3.4 Starting up 11
Language units time 11
Network connection 11
Defining sensors and connections 12
Calibrating the sensors 12
3.5 Base settings 12
Results / error messages 12
Start and end of the measurement 12
Diagram, size in display 13
Select operating mode 13
Setting Range operating mode 14
Setting Overpressure operating mode 17
3.6 Performing measurements 18
3.7 Switching off 18
3.8 Software update (firmware) 19
3.9 Technical data 20
3.10 Declaration of Conformity 21
3.11 Pin allocations 22
4
Disposal 23
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1 Introduction
Dear customer,
Congratulations on purchasing flowscreen analysis system. This product will without
doubt meet all your requirements. We trust that the unit will give you trouble-free and
successful service.
This analysis system will give many years of satisfactory operation provided it is correctly
operated and maintained. We value your feedback to help us in our efforts to maintain
our standards of quality at the highest possible level. We would be happy to consider any
suggestions you may have on how we might improve our products.
Do you have any questions? We look forward to hearing from you:
ViscoTec Pumpen- und Dosiertechnik GmbH
Amperstrasse 13
D-84513 Toeging am Inn
Tel.: +49(0)8631/9274-0
Tel.: +49(0)8631/9274-300
mail@viscotec.de
www.viscotec.de
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1.1 Function description
The flowscreen analysis system is designed and produced for the monitoring of dosing
processes. Up to two pressure sensors can be attached. The pressure values determined
from the measurement signals are shown on a graphic display.
The start of a measurement can be set either at pressure build-up or after creating a start
signal. The raw data from the attached sensors are defined using the calibration function.
The display can be adapted for the current application in the view for the axes of pressure
and time.
A fault message is indicated via a LED if the determined limits for pressure increase,
pressure gradient during dosing and pressure reduction are exceeded. An error tolerance
number can be set for each attached sensor.
1.2 General information on the menu guide / operation
The flowscreen analysis system is operated via a touch screen using the stylus provided.
The operating menu is largely self-explanatory. System states are depicted via symbols
and plain text.
1.3 Description of software operation
In order to ease legibility, details on using the software interface that are considered too
basic are not described.
If for example, a certain button must be pressed, the generally understandable
information is not mentioned, with the necessary action and logical result described in
brief.
Example
Long form Short form
Click the "Save" button, the XY window is opened. <Save> ►XY opens
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1.4 Previous knowledge
The operator requires no particular previous knowledge. It is assumed
that the operator is familiar with the use of a touchscreen interface and
the characteristics of a dosing process.
2Safety
2.1 About these operating and maintenance instructions
These instructions are structured so that text and the related figure are on the same page
as far as possible. In this way the instructions can be understood quickly.
If reference is made to a component in a figure, the part has a key number.
The following symbols are used:
2.2 Informal safety measures
The operating instructions must always be kept at the place the analysis system is used.
•Workstep
-List
* Reference to a comment
Bold text Breakdown, note
Tip Special note
Italics Term or button on the screen display
Reference to technical information about operation and / or
about preventing damage.
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2.3 Correct use, warranty
The flowscreen analysis is intended for monitoring dosing processes in environments that
are not protected against explosions.
The product warranty may be voided by any
- conversions or modifications
- use of non-original spare parts
- Repairs by persons or organisations not authorised by the manufacturer
that are done without the explicit and written approval of the manufacturer.
The manufacturer shall bear no liability whatsoever for damage resulting from failure to
follow the operating instructions.
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3Operation
3.1 General overview
1Display See
2 Connection sensor 1 3.11
3Connection sensor 2 3.11
4 System plug, power supply and signal management 3.11
5RS232 port
6 USB port
7LAN port 3.4.2
8 On / off switch
9LED error, illuminates when an error is detected 3.5.1
10 LED no error, dosing ok
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3.2 Navigation in the touchscreen menu
The Settings menu is opened by touching the touchscreen in the diagram view.
The back button (arrow pointing left) goes back a level.
Diagram view Settings Limits
Language / Units / Time
Sensor 1 Selection / Calibration
Sensor 2 Selection / Calibration
Graph / Webserver
Results
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3.3 Switching on
• Move the on / off switch to the ON position. After a self-test, the diagram view for the
set operating mode will appear as follows:
• If required, save the measuring range B (envelope curve) (see 3.5.5). This is deleted if
the power supply is interrupted.
Range mode
Overpressure mode
Fig. 2
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