Rockwell Automation 1771-QDC, D17716.5.85(Passport) MNL. PLASTIC MOLDING MODULE - Manual (Page 7)

Preface
P-1
Use This Preface
Use this preface to familiarize yourself with this manual so you can use it
effectively. This manual shows you how to apply the QDC module to your
molding machine in the minimum length of time.
Since this manual is task oriented, we recommend that you perform these
tasks in the following order:
Perform this task: As discussed in this
chapter:
Browse through the entire manual to become familiar with its
contents.
All chapters
Overview the inject process. This presents an overview on
how the QDC module controls the inject phase of your injection
molding system.
Chapter 1
Install the QDC module. This includes such tasks as wiring
and setting jumpers.
Chapter 2
Configure the QDC module mode to match your specific
application, and to communicate with inputs and outputs.
Chapter 3
Overview of remaining configuration procedures that you will
perform throughout the remainder of this manual.
Chapter 4
Jog the ram (screw). This task requires jog setpoints to be
configured along with jog pressure alarm setpoints.
Chapter 5
Set up communications between your PLCĆ5 processor and
the QDC module. Select command and status bits that you will
use when writing your ladder logic.
Chapter 6
Load your initial configuration values to the QDC module. This
task requires you to determine and enter values into
configuration blocks in preparation for chapter 9.
Chapter 7
Load your initial machine profile setpoints to the QDC module.
This is performed in preparation for chapter 9.
Chapter 8
Span your machine's valves for inject mode. This is done
using setĆoutput and openĆloop control.
Chapter 9
Tune your machine for producing parts. Chapter 10
Troubleshoot problems that may occur with the QDC module. Chapter 11
Refer to this appendix for a blank copy of each worksheet
contained in this manual.
Appendix A
Manual Objectives