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LN-9400-00.9

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DynaFlow

TM

User Manual - Operation

JOB Queue

The JOB Queue is an input buffer for each of the

8 possible GUNs in the system. JOBs are loaded

into the Queue only if the GUN is already operating

a JOB in the RUN, LOAD, CLEAN, CALIBRATE

modes. Each of the 8 GUNs has a JOB Queue

with a fixed length of 1 (JOB). This permits the

next JOB number for GUN #n to be stored before

the current JOB has been halted. After the current

JOB has been halted the next RUN input signal will

initiate the next JOB number located in the queue.

JOB Number is Loaded into the Queue

Before it is Emptied

1. GUN #3 is running JOB #32 and has NOT

been halted.

2. JOB #47 is in the Queue for GUN #3.

3. JOB #54 is now entered into GUN #3’s

Queue.

4. This will result in JOB #54 replacing JOB

#47 for GUN #3.

JOB #47 became "lost" and was not pro-

cessed by GUN #3.

The Correct Sequencing Should Be:

1. GUN #3 is running JOB #32 and has NOT

finished. (Current JOB #)

2. JOB #47 is in the Queue for GUN #3. (Next

JOB #)

3. GUN #3 is halted.

4. The Run input signal is pulsed. (The Trigger

input does not effect the JOB queue)

5. JOB #47 moves up and the Queue empties.

JOB #47 becomes the current JOB #.

6. JOB #54 is entered into GUN #3’s Queue.

JOB #54 is now the next JOB for GUN #3.

JOB Queue Defaults

If no JOB is entered into the Queue (the Queue

is empty) the current JOB number reverts to the

last JOB number entered if the GUN Run signal

is made active.

1. A Halt signal input will halt the current JOB.

2. Pressing Run will restart the GUN with the

old JOB number.

3. Entering a new JOB number and selecting

Run will restart the GUN with the new JOB

number.

Reverse Flow Detection

For two-component systems, both forward and

reverse fluid flow is detected through the flow

meter if non-fiber optic flowmeters are being uti-

lized. Reverse flow detection can help prevent

mixed two-component material from backing up

into the fluid supply system due to check valve

failure. When the controller detects reverse fluid

flow in excess of the programmed REVERSE

FLOW LIMIT, it will immediately shut OFF the fluid

regulator valves and prohibit mixed material from

contaminating the fluid supply.

Reverse flow rate is displayed on the main screen

of the Local Operator Interface as a flow rate bar

colored red, instead of green for normal flow rate.

Pot-Life Fault

Each of the GUNs configured as two-component

has an associated Pot Life Time located in the JOB

Parameters. These timers are used for materials

that can harden or setup after a specific time. Hard-

ening material in fluid lines or the spray applicator

can cause costly downtime and maintenance to

correct. The output of the POT-LIFE TIMER alarm

can be connected directly to an external PLC for

automatic initiation of the cleaning cycle, or to an

alarm to alert the operator. The Horn

If another JOB number is loaded into

the Queue before it is emptied, the queue

contents will be replaced with the second

entry. See the following examples.

NOTE

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