Industrial Metal Detectors and Integrated Systems With Conveyor Belt THS/21E - THS/21

FI002K0018v1500hUK – THS/21 Instruction manual for installation, use and maintenance
UK
Industrial Metal Detectors

and Integrated Systems with Conveyor Belt
THS/21E - THS/21
Instruction manual
for installation, use
and maintenance
Document Date Hardware Software

THSV5441 / THSV5741
FI002K0018v1500hUK 05/06/2019 HV5.xx
ALMV5430 / ALMV5730
Read this manual carefully before installing, operating or carrying out maintenance on the device. Keep the manual in a
safe place for future reference and in perfect condition. This manual must accompany the device described herein in the
case of change of ownership and until the device is decommissioned.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION 1
SYMBOLS
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damage. The same symbol appears in the manual at points where warnings or particularly important instructions,
essential for safe, correct operation of the device, are given.
The equipment is marked with this symbol in the areas where there is dangerous voltage. Only trained maintenance
personnel should carry out work in these areas. The same symbol appears in the manual at points where essential
safety warnings are given.
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trained maintenance personnel should carry out work in these areas. The same symbol appears in the manual at points
where essential safety warnings are given.
The equipment is marked with this symbol in the areas where the user must be careful to avoid coming into contact with
moving components. Only trained maintenance personnel should carry out work in these areas. The same symbol
appears in the manual at points where essential safety warnings are given.
The equipment is marked with this symbol in the areas where the user must be careful to avoid crushing of feet. Only
trained maintenance personnel should carry out work in these areas. The same symbol appears in the manual at points
where essential safety warnings are given.
The equipment is marked with this symbol in the areas where there is the danger of unexpected bursts of compressed
air. Only trained maintenance personnel should carry out work in these areas. The same symbol appears in the manual
at points where essential safety warnings are given.
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pointing devices are given. Such devices may be dangerous. Do not look into the laser beam!
The equipment is marked with this symbol in those areas where insertion of hands, other body parts or objects, is not
permitted, in order to avoid system malfunctions or dangerous situations.
The equipment is marked with this symbol in the areas where it is forbidden to extinguish a fire with water.
CEIA Metal Detectors employ low intensity electromagnetic fields in compliance with current legislation.
MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect pacemakers. Persons wearing pacemakers, cardiac defibrillators and other life support
devices must not operate less than 50 cm from the opening of the Metal Detector tunnel. Wearers of pacemakers must
not operate less than 1 meter from the Metal Detectors of the THS/MN21 series which use static electromagnetic fields.
Persons wearing pacemakers who may need to approach this equipment should consult their medical practitioner
beforehand.
The equipment is marked with this symbol in those areas where it is possible to perform a ground connection.
The equipment is marked with this pictogram in those places where the user is advised to refer to this instruction manual
before any operation.
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2 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
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CONTENTS
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – WARNINGS ....... 9 2.6.2.1 Control Power Box and Field
Generator .................................. 37
2 DESCRIPTION ............................................... 10 2.6.2.2 Control Power Box with
2.1 General description ................................. 10 Remote Control Unit (THS/21E) ......... 37
2.6.2.3 Control Power Box with
2.1.1 Metal Detector .......................................... 10 Remote Control Unit (THS/21) ........... 38
2.1.2 Integrated System on conveyor belt ......... 11 2.6.2.4 Conveyor Control System ......... 38
2.1.3 Products that can be inspected ................ 11 2.6.2.5 Small size power supply unit ..... 38
2.2 Metal detector ......................................... 12 2.6.3 Remote Control Unit ...................... 39
2.2.1 THS/21E and THS/21E-3F ....................... 12 2.6.3.1 21E series .......................................... 39
2.6.3.2 21 series ............................................. 39
2.2.2 THS/21 and THS/MS21 ............................ 12
2.6.4 Integrated systems ................................... 40
2.2.3 THS/MN21 ................................................ 13
2.6.4.1 THS-FBB ............................................ 40
2.2.4 THS/G21E ................................................ 13 2.6.4.2 THS-FBBV.......................................... 42
2.2.5 THS/G21 and THS/GMS21 ...................... 13 2.6.4.3 THS-FBV ............................................ 42
2.6.4.4 THS-MBB ........................................... 43
2.2.6 Applicable power supply boxes ................ 14 2.6.4.5 THS-MBR ........................................... 46
2.2.6.1 Control Power Box .................... 14 2.6.4.6 THS-RB and THS-RBK ...................... 47
2.2.6.2 Conveyor Control System ......... 15
2.7 Options and Accessories ........................ 47
2.2.6.3 Small Size Power Supply Unit ... 15
2.2.6.4 Field Generator.......................... 15 2.8 Technical characteristics ........................ 48
2.2.7 Other options ............................................ 15 2.8.1 Metal Detector .......................................... 48
2.2.7.1 Remote Control Unit .................. 15 2.8.2 Integrated systems ................................... 50
2.2.7.2 Network card ............................. 15 3 INSTALLATION ............................................. 52
2.3 Integrated system with conveyor belt ..... 16 3.1 Minimum requirements ........................... 52
2.3.1 Inverting component positions .................. 17 3.1.1 Minimum installation clearance ................ 52
2.3.1.1 Inverting the transit direction ............... 17 3.1.1.1 Detection Probes ................................ 52
2.3.1.2 Inverting the ejection system position . 17 3.1.1.2 Integrated systems ............................. 52
2.3.2 Models ...................................................... 18 3.1.2 General guidelines for mechanical
2.3.2.1 THS-FBB (flat belt).............................. 18 installation ................................................ 53
2.3.2.2 THS-FBBV (flat belt) ........................... 20 3.1.2.1 Controls and Power Supply box ......... 53
2.3.2.3 THS-MBB (modular belt)..................... 22 3.1.2.2 Metal structures in proximity to the
2.3.2.4 THS-MBR (modular belt) .................... 24 Probe .................................................. 54
2.3.2.5 THS-FBV (flat belt).............................. 26 3.1.2.3 Load-bearing structure ....................... 56
2.3.2.6 THS-RB and THS-RBK ....................... 28 3.1.2.4 Conveyor belt and position inside the
2.4 Device identification ................................ 29 Probe .................................................. 57
3.1.2.5 Synchronization photocell................... 59
2.4.1 Detection Probe ........................................ 29
3.1.2.6 Metallic flanges ................................... 59
2.4.2 Control Power Box .......................... 29 3.1.2.8 Ejection area ...................................... 60
2.4.3 Conveyor Control System ............... 29 3.1.3 Electrical installation general rules for a
correct compatibility ................................. 61
2.4.4 CEIA conveyor structure........................... 30
3.1.3.1 Power supply of other devices............ 61
2.5 Functional diagrams ............................... 30 3.1.3.2 Signal cables ...................................... 62
2.5.1 THS with Control Power Box .................... 30 3.1.3.3 Pulsed-type noise sources ................. 62
3.1.3.4 Ground loops prevention .................... 63
2.5.2 THS with Conveyor Control System ......... 31 3.1.3.5 Conveyor belt motors ......................... 64
2.5.3 Integrated systems with Conveyor Belt .... 31 3.1.3.6 Selecting and installing connecting
cables ................................................. 65
2.5.4 THS-RB and THS-RBK ............................ 32
3.1.3.7 Multiple Metal Detectors close
2.6 Dimensions ............................................. 33 together .............................................. 65
2.6.1 Detection Probes ...................................... 33 3.2 Unpacking ............................................... 66
2.6.1.1 THS/21, THS/MS21, THS/21E, 3.2.1 Metal Detector .......................................... 66
THS/21E-3F ........................................ 33
3.2.1.1 Handling and moving the packaged
2.6.1.2 THS/SL21, THSSL21E ....................... 34
device ................................................. 66
2.6.1.3 THS/MN21 .......................................... 34
3.2.1.2 Unpacking procedure ......................... 66
2.6.1.4 THS/G21, THS/GMS21, THS/G21E ... 35
3.2.1.3 Packing list ......................................... 67
2.6.1.5 THS/G21-F, THS/GMS21-F,
3.2.1.4 Moving the Metal Detector.................. 67
THS/G21E-F ....................................... 36
3.2.2 CEIA Integrated Systems ......................... 68
2.6.2 Power supply units ................................... 37
3.2.2.1 Handling and moving the package 3.6.3.2 THS/xx21E-3F .................................... 99
device ................................................. 68 3.6.3.3 THS/xx21 .......................................... 100
3.2.2.2 Unpacking procedure ......................... 68 3.6.3.4 THS/xxMS21 ..................................... 101
3.2.2.3 Packing list ......................................... 69 3.6.3.5 THS/MN21 ........................................ 102
3.2.2.4 Moving the Metal Detector .................. 69 3.6.3.6 Input for speed control through a 0-
3.2.3 THS-RB .................................................... 69 10V analogic signal ........................... 102
3.2.3.1 Handling and moving the package 3.6.4 IXC card (available on request) .............. 103
device ................................................. 69 3.6.5 Integrated Systems ................................. 104
3.2.3.2 Unpacking procedure ......................... 70 3.6.5.1 THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-FBV,
3.2.3.3 Packing list ......................................... 70 THS-FBBV without SCN board ......... 104
3.2.3.4 Moving the Metal Detector .................. 70 3.6.5.2 THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-FBV,
3.3 Mechanical installation ............................ 71 THS-FBBV with SCN board .............. 106
3.6.5.3 THS-MBR.......................................... 108
3.3.1 Probe ....................................................... 71
3.3.1.1 THS Models ........................................ 71 3.7 Description of electrical connections .... 110
3.3.1.2 THS/G models .................................... 71 3.7.1 00211ALM card ...................................... 110
3.3.2 Power supply unit ..................................... 72 3.7.2 Settings of SW1 minidip.......................... 114
3.3.3 Integrated systems ................................... 73 3.7.3 00211AL_ card ....................................... 114
3.3.3.1 External signalling unit (beacon)......... 73 3.7.4 Connection of push-buttons or sensors .. 115
3.4 Pneumatic installation ............................. 73 3.7.4.1 Sensor positioning ............................ 116
3.4.1 Minimum requirements ............................. 73 3.7.5 Connection of an ejection system ........... 117
3.4.2 Pneumatic circuit diagrams ...................... 74 3.7.6 Synchronization photocell ....................... 117
3.4.2.1 Ejector cylinder ................................... 74 3.7.7 Ejection check photocell ......................... 117
3.4.2.2 Air jet ejection system......................... 74
3.4.2.3 Ejector cylinder ................................... 74 3.7.8 Connection to other in-line devices or
machines ................................................ 118
3.4.3 Connecting up to the compressed air
supply....................................................... 75 3.8 Communication connections ................ 119
3.4.3.1 Ejector cylinder ................................... 75 3.8.1 RS232 Serial port connections ............... 119
3.4.3.2 Air jet ejector ...................................... 75 3.8.2 Bluetooth communication ....................... 119
3.4.3.3 Retracting belt .................................... 75
3.8.3 Ethernet / WiFi connections (on request,
3.4.4 Pressure adjustment ................................ 76 with IXC card) ......................................... 119
3.4.5 Flow adjustment ....................................... 77
3.9 Configuration ........................................ 120
3.4.5.1 Ejector cylinder ................................... 77
3.4.5.2 Air jet ejector ...................................... 78 3.9.1 System start-up ...................................... 120
3.4.5.3 Retracting belt .................................... 78 3.9.2 Preliminary settings ................................ 120
3.4.6 Padlocking the compressed air ................ 79 3.9.3 Checking the input and output
3.5 Electrical Installation ............................... 79 connections ............................................ 121
3.9.4 Motor (only with Conveyor Control
3.5.1 Installing connecting cables ..................... 79
System) .................................................. 121
3.5.2 Description of inputs................................. 80
3.9.5 Transit speed .......................................... 122
3.5.3 Description of outputs .............................. 81 3.9.5.2 Application with Conveyor Control
3.5.4 Description of I/O interfaces ..................... 82 System .............................................. 122
3.5.5 Connection of the CEIA Conveyor belt 3.9.6 Encoder .................................................. 123
Emergency circuit..................................... 83 3.9.7 Synchronization photocell ....................... 123
3.5.6 Connecting to the mains power supply .... 85 3.9.8 Ejection check photocell ......................... 124
3.5.6.1 Connection to earth ............................ 86
3.9.9 Ejection mode ......................................... 124
3.5.6.2 Power Switch ...................................... 86
3.9.9.1 Ejection with manual reset (EM=B) ... 125
3.6 Electrical diagrams .................................. 87 3.9.9.2 Photocell synchronized ejection, with
3.6.1 Functional diagrams ................................. 87 manual reset (EM=SB) ...................... 126
3.6.1.1 Control Power Box .................... 87 3.9.9.3 Reversing belt (EM=R) ...................... 127
3.9.9.4 Automatic ejection (EM=F) ................ 128
3.6.1.2 Conveyor Control System ......... 88
3.9.9.5 Automatic ejection with photocell
3.6.2 Power Supply units .................................. 89 synchronization (EM=S) .................... 129
3.6.2.1 Control Power Box .................... 89 3.9.9.6 Automatic ejection for high-speed
3.6.2.2 Small Size Power Supply ................... 91 applications (EM=FS)........................ 131
3.6.2.3 Field Generator for THS/MN21 . 92 3.9.10 Barcode reader ....................................... 133
3.6.2.4 Conveyor Control System – 3.9.10.1 With change of Detection Mode or
ALM card ............................................ 94 Band between two products .............. 133
3.9.10.2 Without change of Detection Mode or
3.6.3 SCD card ................................................. 98
Band between two products .............. 134
3.6.3.1 THS/xx21E ......................................... 98
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3.10 Timing ................................................... 134 4.4.6 Alarm reset ..............................................158

3.10.1 EM = B ................................................... 135 4.4.7 Fault reset ...............................................158
3.10.2 EM = SB ................................................. 136 4.4.8 Removing and emptying the reject bin ....159
3.10.3 EM = R ................................................... 137 4.4.8.1 THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-FBV and
THS-FBBV.........................................159
3.10.4 EM = F .................................................... 137 4.4.8.2 THS-MBR ..........................................159
3.10.5 EM = S ................................................... 138 4.5 Programming access ............................ 160
3.10.6 EM = FS ................................................. 139 4.5.1 Password modification ............................160
3.11 Enabling from and to external machines140 4.6 Product selection .................................. 161
3.11.1 Metal Detector inhibition ......................... 140
4.7 Programming the Metal Detector
3.11.2 Forcing of the ejection cycle ................... 140 according to the product type ............... 161
3.11.3 Enabling from an in-line device (i.e. 4.8 Sensitivity check with reference sample162
downstream belt) .................................... 141
4.8.1 Performing tests ......................................162
3.11.4 Enabling an in-line device (i.e. upstream
4.8.1.1 Performing a Test in standard mode .163
belt) ........................................................ 142
4.8.2 Performing a Quick test...........................165
3.12 Checking the correct installation and
configuration ......................................... 143 5 MAINTENANCE ........................................... 166
3.13 Settings for CFR21 Standards .............. 144 5.1 Periodic Maintenance ........................... 166
3.13.1 General information ................................ 144 5.2 Periodic Maintenance procedures ........ 167
3.13.2 Metal Detector settings requirements ..... 144 5.2.1 External cleaning instructions .................167
3.13.3 Digital Signature verification ................... 145 5.2.2 Cleaning instructions for the parts in
3.13.3.1 Through the web site ........................ 145 contact with the product ..........................167
3.13.3.2 Through CEIA THS Production ......... 145
5.2.3 Disassembly of the Conveyor belt ...........168
4 USE OF THE DEVICE.................................. 146 5.2.3.1 THS-FBB ...........................................169
5.2.3.2 THS-FBV ...........................................170
4.1 Indicators .............................................. 146 5.2.3.3 THS-MBB and THS-MBR ..................173
4.1.1 Optical indicators .................................... 146 5.2.3.4 THS-RB .............................................174
4.1.1.1 Control panel .................................... 146 5.2.4 Conveyor belt tension and centering
4.1.1.2 Conveyor Control System ................. 146 adjustment ..............................................175
4.1.1.3 External beacon ................................ 147 5.2.4.1 THS-FBB ...........................................175
4.1.2 Acoustic indicators.................................. 147 5.2.4.2 THS-FBV ...........................................175
4.1.3 Operator positions .................................. 147 5.3 Troubleshooting .................................... 176
4.2 Controls................................................. 148 5.4 Extraordinary maintenance procedures 179
4.2.1 Control Panel .......................................... 148 5.4.1 Changing fuses .......................................179
4.2.2 Conveyor Control System power supply 5.4.2 Replacing the SCD card..........................180
unit control panel .................................... 149
5.5 Electromagnetic compatibility
4.3 Switching on the Metal Detector ........... 150 verification of the installation
4.3.1 Checking the safety features .................. 150 environment .......................................... 183
4.3.1.1 Checking emergency devices ........... 151 5.5.1 General compatibility check ....................184
4.3.2 Switching on ........................................... 151 5.5.2 Electrical Compatibility check ..................184
4.3.3 Signals at power-up ................................ 152 5.5.3 Compatibility checks result......................185
4.3.4 Signals given during normal operation ... 153 5.5.3.1 Corrective actions ..............................185
4.3.4.1 Indication of the received signal ........ 153 5.5.4 Checking belt contamination ...................186
4.3.4.2 Display messages ............................. 154
5.6 Self-diagnosis ....................................... 187
4.3.5 Signals given during self-diagnosis ........ 155
5.6.1 Metal Detector and integrated transport
4.3.6 Other signalizations ................................ 155 system diagnosis ....................................188
4.4 Use of the device .................................. 156 5.6.2 Connected sensors and additional
4.4.1 Loading the product to be inspected....... 156 controls diagnosis ...................................191
5.6.3 Warning messages .................................196
4.4.2 Starting/stopping the conveyor
belt.......................................................... 156 5.7 Uninstallation procedure ....................... 197
4.4.3 Adjustment of the belt speed ........ 157 5.7.1 Disassembly ............................................197
4.4.4 Automatic stop .............................. 157 5.7.2 Packing ...................................................197
5.7.2.1 Probes ...............................................197
4.4.5 Emergency stop............................ 158 5.7.2.2 Integrated systems ............................198
5.8 Disposal of the device ........................... 199 6.1.3 THS/G21................................................. 202

5.8.1 Disposal of the device and of 6.1.4 THS/GMS21 ........................................... 203
consumables with environmental impact 199 6.1.5 THS/MS21 .............................................. 204
6 APPENDICES .............................................. 200 6.1.6 THS/MN21 .............................................. 205
6.1 CE Declaration of Conformity ............... 200 6.1.7 THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-MBR, THS-
FBV and THS-RB ................................... 206
6.1.1 THS/21E ................................................ 200
6.2 Spare Parts ........................................... 206
6.1.2 THS/21 ................................................... 201
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Warranty terms
The warranty period on all CEIA products is 12 months from the date of delivery. The warranty
applies to all products supplied by us. The warranty covers defects of all components excluding
batteries. The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper or inappropriate use or use
for purposes other than those described in this manual. Do not tamper with the device. Do not
open the housing. Tampering with or opening the device will void the warranty.
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an important part of the improvement process and we would be grateful if you could
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without prior notice. Indications of sizes and designs of Systems, therefore, have no binding character, but are given
for information purposes only.
REVISION HISTORY
Rev. Date Author Reference Description
1000 2010-09-16 TP2 – SP - First issue for all THS/21E and THS/21 models
- Small corrections
Management of external emergency buttons and
1100 2012-03-29 TP2 – SP -
other protections
Additional indications on bins and respect for the
2.8.2, 3.1.3, 4.5.6, 5.1
environment
1110 2012-06-26 TP2 – SP 6.1 CE Certificates updated
1200 2013-09-26 TP2 – SP - Software updated to THSV5412
- Added MN21 on THS-FBB
- Removed THS-FB, THS/M65, THS/M69K models
1210 2014-03-03 TP2 – SP
3.3.2 Added installation warning for Integrated Systems
2.6.4.2 Modified available dimensions for THS-MBB
1220 2015-01-13 TP2 – SP - Software updated to THSV5432 – ALMV5420
1300 2015-12-16 TP2 – SP - Software updated to THSV5436 – Added THS-RB
1310 2016-01-21 TP2 – SP 3.8.3 Added diagram
3.5.7.1, 3.6 Electrical diagrams updated
1400 2016-05-16 TP2 – SP
2.6.1.5, 3.3.1 Additional indications
3.5.3 Small correction
1410 2016-12-21 TP2 – SP 3.6 Added electrical diagrams
6.1 CE Certificates updated
1411 2017-06-27 TP2 – SP - Small corrections
Software updated to THSV5441 – ALMV5430 and
1490 2019-03-28 TP2 – SP -
THSV5741 – ALMV5730
1500 2019-04-02 TP2 – SP - Additional corrections
Preface
This document is the property of CEIA S.p.A. which reserves all rights. Total or partial copying,
modification and translation is forbidden.
CEIA reserves the right to make changes, at any time and without notice, to the models (including
programming), their accessories and options, and to the prices and conditions of sale.
The Metal Detector or the CEIA integrated system must be used only for the prescribed purpose and
in the ways described in this Manual. CEIA may not be held responsible for the consequences
resulting from a use other than that indicated in this Manual.
Purpose of the documentation

The complete documentation for a CEIA Metal Detector is made up of a series of Manuals, whose
purposes are listed in the following paragraphs:
Warnings manual
The safety instructions specify the safety precautions to be implemented when installing and
operating CEIA products. These instructions must be implemented throughout the life cycle of the
product.
Installation, Use and Maintenance Manual

The purpose of the Installation, Use and Maintenance Manual is to provide the information needed
for:
- installing the Metal Detector or CEIA integrated system, according to the electrical and
mechanical requirements specified by CEIA;
- configuring the Metal Detector in accordance with the type of installation and use;
- correct use of the conveyor belt system;
- correct maintenance, both ordinary and extraordinary.
Programming Manual
The purpose of the Programming Manual is to provide a description of all the items of the System
Programming Menu to:
- define the users authorized to operate the System;
- program the Metal Detector in accordance with the type of product to be inspected;
- make remote connections with the Metal Detector, using the available communication
interfaces.
Operator Manual
The purpose of the Operator Manual is to provide all the information needed by the operator for daily
use of the system.
Options, Accessories and Spare Parts List

The purpose of this document is to provide a quick consultation table for ordering any spare parts,
options and accessories.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - WARNINGS 1
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – WARNINGS

All Safety Instructions and Warnings are reported on the proper Warnings Manual that shall be
carefully read before any installation, use or maintenance operation on the device.
2 DESCRIPTION
2 DESCRIPTION
2.1 General description
CEIA THS inspection systems detect metals with high detection sensitivity, for industrial use in
inspecting food or other compatible products (see paragraph 2.1.3). They are available in two
versions:
- Metal Detector: Detection Probe with power supply unit
- Integrated system: Metal Detector integrated on a conveyor belt system
2.1.1 Metal Detector

This system is designed for installation on a production line suitably set up by the customer or the
installer. It consists of a Detection Probe and a Power Supply Unit only.
The Detection Probe generates an electromagnetic field and receive, at the same time, a signal
produced by the variation of the field itself, upon interaction with metal fragments, contained in the
product to be inspected, in transit through the tunnel.
Some products, according to their own chemical-phisical characteristics, may presents magnetic and
/ or electrical properties such as to also interact with the generated field, determining a signal called
“product effect”: in this case, the Metal Detector allow to perform an automatic procedure to record
the product characteristics, in order to minimize the effect and, at the same time, to set the optimal
threshold for the discrimination of the signal due to metal, with the consequential signals to all devices
connected to the Metal Detector.
The level of a signal produced by a metallic fragment depends on the metal kind, on its dimensions
and volume, and may vary according to its orientation during the transit through the tunnel: therefore
CEIA, according to the model and to the product type, supply proper metallic samples which the
spherical geometry and type are certified to guarantee the maximum repeatibility on Metal Detector
performance evaluation.
All models are available in two different subclasses, the 21E Series and the 21 Series, with different
features and characteristics, as stated below:
Features 21E Series 21 Series

Alphanumeric OLED Graphic OLED
Display type
4x20 characters 128x64 pixels
4 keys 16 keys
Local Programming: for commands selection, parameters modification
3 with double 3 with double
and alphanumeric data entry
function function
Quick Access function:
No Yes
for quick selection of most frequently used functions
Autotest function: for the continuous monitoring and optimization of the
No Yes
Metal Detector detection features
Automatic detection performance evaluation: for the evaluation of
detectable CEIA test samples, according to the Metal Detector current No Yes
setup
Sensitivity High Very High
Product memories: to save all detection parameters for different

250 500
products to be inspected
Event log: recording of all Metal Detector alarms, diagnostic messages
1000 10000
and programming actions
Multi Spectrum
Detection technology 3F Technology
Technology
Protection degree IP65 IP66 and IP69K
DESCRIPTION 2
2.1.2 Integrated System on conveyor belt
With this version the CEIA THS Metal Detector is fully housed in a high-hygiene, stainless steel
structure fitted with a digital controller for controlling speed and the ejection stages for non-
conforming product.
CEIA inspections systems are available in a wide range of sizes suitable for a wide variety of
applications. The casing structure, the Metal Detector and the belt control panel are all made from
stainless steel.
The conveyor belt, the fully moulded cover for the ejection area and the reject product container are
all fully certified for food-safe applications.
2.1.3 Products that can be inspected

Parts of the Metal Detector and CEIA integrated systems which come in contact with product are
made from FDA certified materials, for full compatibility with food products.
The characteristics of the materials used can be provided by CEIA on request.
Products that can be inspected

- with dimensions and weight compatible with the useful opening of the Detection Probe and
the characteristics of the transport system;
- with chemical-physical characteristics compatible with the parts of the System that come in
contact with the product;
- with chemical-physical characteristics compatible with the metal detection performances
achievable by the System.
Products that can NOT be inspected

- all those which do not comply with even one of the points listed above.
2 DESCRIPTION
2.2 Metal detector

2.2.1 THS/21E and THS/21E-3F
The THS/21E is a high-sensitivity Metal Detector controlled by a microprocessor and designed for
industrial use. It is also available in an extremely compact version, the THS/SL21E (SLIM LINE
version), for mounting on a conveyor belt and is ideal for weighing machines.
The THS/21E-3F is a multi-frequency technology model, for use with a variety of products with
significant chemical-physical differences (dry, wet, frozen product, packed in metallized film). A slim
line version is also available: THS/SL21E-3F.
The Metal Detector Probe, complete with electronic control

A
unit (SCD)
The power supply box, for connecting the device to mains
B
power and to the external units (photocell, ejector, etc.).
C Connecting cable
D Tunnel
Stainless steel control panel fitted with alphanumeric display

THS/21E E
and a 4-key programming keyboard
2.2.2 THS/21 and THS/MS21

The THS/21 is a very high-sensitivity Metal Detector controlled by a microprocessor and designed
for industrial applications processing dry products. It is also available in an extremely compact
version, the THS/SL21 (SLIM LINE version), for mounting on a conveyor belt and is ideal for weighing
machines.
The THS/MS21 is a multi-spectrum technology model, for use with a variety of products with
significant chemical-physical differences (dry, wet, frozen product, packed in metallized film). A slim
line version is also available: THS/SLMS21.
The Metal Detector Probe, complete with electronic control

A
unit (SCD)
The power supply box, for connecting the device to mains

B
power and to the external units (photocell, ejector, etc.).
C Connecting cable
D Tunnel
Stainless steel control panel fitted with graphic display and a

E
THS/21 16-key programming keyboard
DESCRIPTION 2
2.2.3 THS/MN21
The THS/MN21 is a very-high sensitivity Metal Detector for detecting ferromagnetic metal
contaminants in products inside containers made from non-magnetic metal foil (e.g. aluminium foil)
or inside aluminium trays.
It is also used to detect needles in clothes with non-magnetic accessories (buttons, zips, etc. …).
The Metal Detector Probe complete with electronic control unit

A
(SCD)
The Control Power Box, for connecting the device to mains power
B and to the external units (photocell, ejector, etc.).
See section 2.3 for all possible configurations.
C Connecting cable
D Tunnel
Stainless steel control panel, fitted with graphic display and 16-key
E
programming keyboard
THS/MN21 F Field generator
2.2.4 THS/G21E
The THS/G21E is a high-sensitivity model with circular tunnel for products transported in tubing.
The Probe is designed to be fixed in an inaccessible position. The detector controls are therefore
incorporated in the power supply unit.
Its typical use is between multi-head weighing machines and packaging machines, or in gravitational
and pneumatic product transport systems in general (powders, granular material, liquids etc.).

A
(SCD)
The power supply box, for connecting the device to mains power
and to the external units (photocell, ejector, etc.), with a remote
B
control unit (RCU).
See section 2.3 for possible configurations.
C Connecting cable
D Tunnel
Stainless steel control panel, fitted with alphanumeric display and
THS/G21E E
4-key programming keyboard
2.2.5 THS/G21 and THS/GMS21

The THS/G21 is a very high-sensitivity model with circular tunnel for products transported in tubing.
The Probe is designed to be fixed in an inaccessible position. The detector controls are therefore
incorporated in the power supply unit.
The typical use of THS/G21 is between multi-head weighing machines and packaging machines, or
in gravitational and pneumatic product transport systems for dry products (e.g. powders or granular
material).
The THS/GMS21 is a multi-spectrum model, for use with a variety of products with significant
chemical-physical differences (powders, granular material, liquids etc.).

A
(SCD)
The power supply box, for connecting the device to mains power
and to the external units (photocell, ejector, etc.), with a remote
B
control unit (RCU).
See section 2.3 for possible configurations.
C Connecting cable
D Tunnel
Stainless steel control panel, fitted with graphic display and 16-key
THS/G21 E
programming keyboard
2 DESCRIPTION
2.2.6 Applicable power supply boxes

2.2.6.1 Control Power Box
The Control Power Box contains the Metal Detector power supply unit. It has connections for external
sensors and slave devices and can also house the remote control unit (RCU).
Control Power Box Control Power Box with Remote Control Power Box with Remote
Control Unit (RCU), with 4-key Control Unit (RCU), with 16-key
keyboard and alphanumeric display keyboard and graphic display (21
(21E series) Series)
The basic version and the complete version of the Control Power Box are fitted with an card.
The difference between the two versions is in the type and number of connections for external
devices as detailed in the table below, where all data related to the small-size power supply unit
( card) are also reported:
card
IN / OUT
card Basic version Complete version
Auxiliary relay (AUX RELAY) OUT   
Test request relay (TEST REQUEST RELAY) OUT   
Upstream conveyor relay (PREC CONV RELAY) OUT   
Ready relay (READY RELAY) OUT   
Ejection relay (EJECT RELAY) OUT   
Alarm relay (ALARM RELAY) OUT   
RS-232 IN / OUT   
Barcode Reader IN   
Auxiliary RS-232 IN / OUT   
RCU connection IN / OUT   
Ejector OUT   
Following Conveyor IN   
Inhibition IN   
Bin absent IN   
Auxiliary input IN   
Ejector position check IN   
Ejection check IN   
Ejection confirmation IN   
Ejection synchronization IN   
Reset IN   
Low pressure IN   
Encoder IN   
Bin full IN   
External beacon OUT   
Emergency circuit IN   
Bluetooth connection IN / OUT   
Predisposition for Ethernet/WIFI card IN / OUT   
DESCRIPTION 2
2.2.6.2 Conveyor Control System
This unit has the same functions as the full version of the control power box
(CPB) and in addition has a conveyor belt motor driver/control section.
This module is available on the following versions:

- CE-mark version 230 V
- USA version 115 V
- USA version 230 V
See section 2.8 for the Technical Characteristics.
The Conveyor Control System also incorporates the main switch, the controls for activating the belt
and the LED indicators needed for operation.
2.2.6.3 Small Size Power Supply Unit

The 00211AL_ card is used in OEM applications, for integration in the
customer's systems.
The card requires a power supply voltage of 24 V (20-30 VDC).
2.2.6.4 Field Generator

This unit is part of the THS/MN21 model and is an additional power supply unit.
It is not available for other models.
2.2.7 Other options

2.2.7.1 Remote Control Unit
The THS/21x Metal Detector can be fitted with an
optional remote control unit (RCU). The RCU is
designed for all those applications where the
Detection Probe and the power supply unit are fitted
in positions which are difficult for the operator to
reach.
2.2.7.2 Network card

This card integrates the network interfaces (Ethernet, WiFi), USB (with the option
of the socket outside the power supply) and the Metal Detector Web Server. It is
connected directly to the power supply card present on or on .
2 DESCRIPTION
2.3 Integrated system with conveyor belt

CEIA integrated systems incorporate the THS Metal Detector, a conveyor belt and all the related
accessories (e.g. ejection system, reject collection system, barcode reader) in a single system where
all the components are ready installed and configured.
The integrated systems are available with various types of belt, Metal Detector and accessory and
can therefore be customized to individual requirements and applications.
Model THS-RB
THS-FBB THS-FBBV THS-MBB THS-MBR THS-FBV
THS-RBK
In horizontal
In horizontal In horizontal
In vertical packaging, In vertical In horizontal
Typical product packaging, packaging,
packaging, single or packaging, packaging,
that can be inspected single row; single row;
single row multiple row; single row single row
or loose or loose
or loose
Belt type Flat Flat Modular Modular Flat Round belt
Signalization
relay
Belt stop  
Reversing
Available belt
ejection Reject pusher
mode cylinder
Reject air jet
Bridge ejector
Retracting
belt
THS/21x
Detection THS/MS21
Probe type THS/21E-3F
THS/MN21
from left
Transito to right
direction from right
to left
Towards
Ejection the front
direction Towards
the back
8 ÷ 40
10 ÷ 35
Speed
10 ÷ 55
(m/min)
14 ÷ 60
20 ÷ 80
: Standard - : Available on request - : Available on request, only on some configurations
: Not available - : Only SL version - : Only with belt length of 2000 mm
For details of customized versions with different dimensions and configurations, contact our Sales
Department.
DESCRIPTION 2
2.3.1 Inverting component positions
2.3.1.1 Inverting the transit direction
It is possible, as an option at the order stage, to invert the transit direction, with respect to the
Detection Probe Control Panel.
From left to right From right to left
Example with a THS-FBB
2.3.1.2 Inverting the ejection system position

It is also possible, as an option at the order stage, to invert the position of the ejection system as
shown in the figure below.
Ejection toward the front Ejection toward the back
Example with a THS-FBB
2 DESCRIPTION
2.3.2 Models
2.3.2.1 THS-FBB (flat belt)
THS-FBB with ejection system
A Metal Detector Probe L Ejection system

B Programming and control panel Support feet (to be fixed to the floor)
C Main switch M or
lockable castors
D Conveyor belt control panel Ejection Verification photocell
E Synchronization photocell N
(optional)
F External beacon O Ejection Confirmation photocell
G Emergency button P Ejection area protection cover
H Reject bin S Bin full sensor (optional)
Rejected product bin lock (or, upon Door with magnetic safety sensor
K W
request, solenoid lock) (optional)
DESCRIPTION 2
Available features and options
THS-FBB Belt length (BL) 1000 1300 1500 1800 2000*
F Signalling lamp
white
- Belt type polyurethane (PU)
high contrast blue
adjustable feet (±75mm)
M Stand type
lockable castors (±50mm)
75 mm
M Belt height extension (only with feet)
125 mm
- Side panels for product containment
belt stop
reversing belt
L Ejection system type reject pusher cylinder
reject air jet
bridge ejector (bidirectional upon request)
standard size (400mm product input width)
large size (650mm product input width)
H Reject bin double bin (standard or large)
rollers with cover
double rollers with cover
standard (only ejection area)
P Output cover Extended (until belt end)
with inspection door and Emergency sensor
retro-reflection
E Synchronization photocell
retro-reflection, laser
retro-reflection
- Ejection confirmation photocell
retro-reflection, barrier
Bin full, Low air pressure
- Additional Sensors kit Electrick lock for Bin open/absent
Electrick lock with Emergency Stop function
- Encoder
retro-reflection
- Ejection verification photocell
- Shutters for sensors functional verification
Available only on some models of standard systems, without height extensions Standard
Optional, only with bridge ejector Optional accessory
Only with Probe height DH275 Not available
Only on models with ejection system * Only with THS/MN21 Probe
Only on models with additional sensors kit
Only on belt width BW400
2 DESCRIPTION
2.3.2.2 THS-FBBV (flat belt)
THS-FBBV with ejection system

C Main switch M or
lockable castors
D Conveyor belt control panel Ejection Verification photocell
(optional)
F External beacon O Ejection Confirmation photocell
G Emergency button P Ejection area protection cover
H Reject bin R Product containment banks
Rejected product bin lock (or, upon S Bin full sensor (optional)
K
request, solenoid lock)
DESCRIPTION 2
THS-FBBV Belt length (BL) 1500
F Signalling lamp
white
high contrast blue
M Stand type adjustable feet (±75mm)
M Belt height extension (only with feet) 125 mm
R Side panels for product containment
reject pusher cylinder
L Ejection system type
reject air jet
H Reject bin standard size (400mm product input width)
P Output cover standard (only ejection area)
retro-reflection
retro-reflection
- Encoder
retro-reflection
Standard
Optional accessory
2 DESCRIPTION
2.3.2.3 THS-MBB (modular belt)
THS-MBB with ejection system

M
C Main switch or lockable castors
Ejection Verification photocell
D Conveyor belt control panel N
(optional)
E Synchronization photocell P Ejection area protection cover
F External beacon Door with magnetic safety sensor
W
H Reject bin (optional)
Rejected product bin lock (or, upon
K
request, solenoid lock)
DESCRIPTION 2
THS-MBB Belt length (BL) 1030 1330 1530 1830
F Signalling lamp
flush grid
- Belt type modular (PE)
flat top
adjustable feet (±75mm)
M Stand type
lockable castors (±50mm)
75 mm
M Belt height extension (only with feet)
125 mm
belt stop
reject air jet
bridge ejector (bidirectional upon request)
standard size (400mm product input width)
large size (650mm product input width)
H Reject bin double bin (standard or large)
rollers with cover
double rollers with cover
standard (only ejection area)
P Output cover Extended (until belt end)
with inspection door and Emergency sensor
retro-reflection
retro-reflection
- Encoder
retro-reflection
Available only on some models of standard systems, without height extensions Standard
Optional, only with bridge ejector Optional accessory
Only with Probe height DH275 Not available
Only on models with ejection system * Only with THS/MN21 Probe
Only on models with additional sensors kit
Only on belt width BW400
2 DESCRIPTION
2.3.2.4 THS-MBR (modular belt)
A Metal Detector Probe H Reject bin

B Programming and control panel J Magnetic safety sensor
C Main switch Ejection system, fitted with Ejection
D Conveyor belt control panel L Confirmation and Ejector Position
Check sensors
M Support feet (to be fixed to the floor)
F External beacon
P Ejection area protection cover
G Emergency button
S Bin full sensor (optional)
DESCRIPTION 2
THS-MBR Belt length (BL) 1700 2000
F Signalling lamp
flush grid
- Belt type modular (PE)
flat top
M Belt height extension
R Side panels for product containment
L Ejection system type retracting belt
P Output cover standard
retro-reflection
- Ejection confirmation sensor
- Ejector position check sensor
bin absent sensor with Emergency stop function
- Additional Sensors kit electrick lock with Emergency stop function
bin full, Low air pressure
Standard
Accessorio opzionale
Non disponibile
2 DESCRIPTION
2.3.2.5 THS-FBV (flat belt)
THS-FBV with ejection system

C Main switch M or
lockable castors
D Conveyor belt control panel Ejection verification photocell
(optional)
F External beacon O Ejection confirmation photocell
H Reject bin P Ejection area protection cover
Rejected product bin lock (or, upon R Product containment banks
K
request, solenoid lock) S Bin full sensor (optional)
DESCRIPTION 2
THS-FBV Belt length (BL) 1500
F Signalling lamp
white
high contrast blue
M Belt height extension 125 mm
reject air jet
P Output cover standard (only ejection area)
O Ejection confirmation photocell
- Encoder
N Ejection verification photocell
U Remote control unit
Standard
Optional accessory
2 DESCRIPTION
2.3.2.6 THS-RB and THS-RBK
A Metal Detector Probe
B Programming and control panel
C Main switch
D Conveyor belt control panel
G Emergency button
M Support feet (to be fixed to the floor)
P Protection cover
Q Encoder (on request)

THS-RB-800

Belt length (BL) 800
- Belt type round belt
M Stand type Adjustable feet (±75mm)
Input protection cover
P
Output protection cover
Encoder
Q
(to detect the following conveyor belt speed)
Standard
Accessorio opzionale
DESCRIPTION 2
2.4 Device identification
The ID plates here below are provided as examples only. The values shown vary from model to model.
2.4.1 Detection Probe

All Detection Probes, including those fitted to
integrated systems, have ID plates showing the THS/MS21
31002xxxxxx
following data: Model and Serial number of the
350 x 150
detection Probe and Dimensions of the tunnel.
ID plate for a THS/MS21 Probe
2.4.2 Control Power Box

All control power boxes including those fitted to integrated system have ID plates with the information
shown in the examples below.
31002xxxxxx
THS/MS21-xxxxx
THS/MS21 100 – 120 Vac
31002xxxxxx 50/60 Hz – 1ph
100 – 240 Vac x kA rms
Symmetrical
50/60 Hz – 1ph xx V max
x kA rms Symmetrical X.X A
xx V max
IP65
XX,X A
4X
IP65
2017
2017
E3xxx E3xxx
ID plate for CE models ID plate for UL508A models
2.4.3 Conveyor Control System
XX.X A
XXX Vac
XX Hp
T/MS21-xxxxx/ 31002xxxxxx
FBB-1500x300xxx
THS/MS21-THS-FBB 100 – 120 Vac

31002xxxxxx
31002xxxxxx 50/60 Hz – 1ph
200 – 240 Vac 5 kA rms
Symmetrical
50/60 Hz – 1ph 240 V max
x kA rms Symmetrical X.X A
xx V max
XX,X A IP65
IP65 4X
2017
2017
E3xxx E3xxx
ID plate for CE models ID plate for UL508A models
2 DESCRIPTION
2.4.4 CEIA conveyor structure

CEIA integrated systems have an additional ID plate
for the conveyor belt as shown in the example here. THS-FBB
31002xxxxxx
1500 x 300
2.5 Functional diagrams

Legend
CEIA INDUSTRIAL INCLUDED OPTIONAL EXTERNAL DEVICE

METAL DETECTOR COMPONENT COMPONENT OR CONNECTION
2.5.1 THS with Control Power Box
DESCRIPTION 2
2.5.2 THS with Conveyor Control System
2.5.3 Integrated systems with Conveyor Belt
2 DESCRIPTION
2.5.4 THS-RB and THS-RBK
DESCRIPTION 2
2.6 Dimensions
2.6.1 Detection Probes
2.6.1.1 THS/21, THS/MS21, THS/21E, THS/21E-3F
Family DW DH TH DL FHL TP FHP FHD DC TW

A 200, 250, ..., 1000 100, 125, 150,175 395 290 190 105 205 DW+420
B 350, 400, ..., 900 200, 225, 250, 275 550 390 290 160 TP-30 DW+60 280 DW+520
C 450, 500, ..., 1000 300, 325, 350 635 490 390 210 320 DW+620
Family DW DH TH DL FHL TP FHP FHD DC TW

500, 550, 600, 700,
D 800, 900, 1000, 400, 450, 500 905 490 390 260 TP-30 DW+60 455 DW+720
1100, 1200, 1300
2 DESCRIPTION
2.6.1.2 THS/SL21, THSSL21E
Family DW DH TH FD TW
A 100 310
B 150, 200, 250, 275, 125, 150 360
300, 325, 350, 375, DW+50 DW+387
C 400, 450 175, 200 410
D 225, 250, 275 460
2.6.1.3 THS/MN21
Model DW DH TH FHD TW
125 350, 500, 550 125 545
150 350, 500, 550 150 570
DW+60 DW+620
200 350, 500, 550 200 620
250 350 250 670
DESCRIPTION 2
2.6.1.4 THS/G21, THS/GMS21, THS/G21E
HL
TW
VL
DH VL
øT
Model T TW DH VL HL
THS/G21x-50 50
360 250 205 226
THS/G21x-100 100
THS/G21x-150 150 410 300 255 276
THS/G21x-175 175 435 325 280 301
THS/G21x-200 200 460 350 305 326
THS/G21x-250 250 510 400 355 376
2 DESCRIPTION
2.6.1.5 THS/G21-F, THS/GMS21-F, THS/G21E-F
Model T Te TW DH VL HL VD
THS/G21x-150F 150 168 435 300 255 276 150
THS/G21x-175F 175 193 460 325 280 301 162,5
THS/G21x-200F 200 218 485 350 305 326 175
THS/G21x-250F 250 268 535 400 355 376 200
On THS/G21x-xxF models absolutely forbidden to remove the extensions screwed on carpentry. The extensions are
needed to the Metal Detector correct functioning and they are not intended for the product transit.
DESCRIPTION 2
2.6.2 Power supply units
2.6.2.1 Control Power Box and Field Generator
2.6.2.2 Control Power Box with Remote Control Unit (THS/21E)
2 DESCRIPTION
2.6.2.3 Control Power Box with Remote Control Unit (THS/21)
2.6.2.5 Small size power supply unit

00211AL_ card.
DESCRIPTION 2
2.6.3 Remote Control Unit
2.6.3.1 21E series
2.6.3.2 21 series
2 DESCRIPTION
2.6.4 Integrated systems

2.6.4.1 THS-FBB
With Family A and B Probes

BH TW 3 DE
BL BW extension TA TB BC CL
feet castors piston air blow fam.A fam.B
75 125 250
Conveyor belt with nominal height 700
200 350
300  450
1000 7001 7751 8251  705 750 750 590 625  
400 550
500 7452 650
200 350 1030÷1180 825
300  450 1130÷1280 925
1300 7001 7751 8251  1010 590 910 910 
400 550 1230÷1380 1025
500 7452 650 1330÷1480 1125
200 350 1030÷1180 825÷915
300  450 1130÷1280 925÷1015
1500 7001 7751 8251  1205 590 950 1050 
400 550 1230÷1380 1025÷1115
500 7452 650 1330÷1480 1125÷1215
200 350 1030÷1180 825÷915
300  450 1130÷1280 925÷1015
1800 7001 7751 8251  1505 590 1205 1305 
400 550 1230÷1380 1025÷1115
500 7452 650 1330÷1480 1125÷1215
200  500
300 600
1000 7001 7751 8251  705 750 750 590 625  
400 9202 700
500 800
200  500 1030÷1180 825
300 600 1130÷1280 925
1300 7001 7751 8251  1010 590 910 910 
400 9202 700 1230÷1380 1025
500 800 1330÷1480 1125
200  500 1030÷1180 825÷915
300 600 1130÷1280 925÷1015
1500 7001 7751 8251  1205 590 950 1050 
400 9202 700 1230÷1380 1025÷1115
500 800 1330÷1480 1125÷1215
200  500 1030÷1180 825÷915
300 600 1130÷1280 925÷1015
1800 7001 7751 8251  1505 590 1205 1305 
400 9202 700 1230÷1380 1025÷1115
500 800 1330÷1480 1125÷1215
Not available; 1 ±75; 2 ±50; Dimensions in mm; 3 Greater dimensions in case of large size reject bin
DESCRIPTION 2
With Family C Probes
BH DE
BL BW extension TA TB TW 3 BC CL
feet castors fam.C
75 125 250
400 700 1050
1500 8751 9501 10001   1205 590 1260 
500 800 1150
400 700 1050
1800 8751 9501 10001   1505 590 1260 
500 800 1150
400 600 1050÷1275
2000 8751 9501 10001 11251  1705 590 1260 
500 800 1150÷1475
 Not available;  Available; 1 ±75; Dimensions in mm; 3 Greater dimensions in case of large size reject bin
2 DESCRIPTION
2.6.4.2 THS-FBBV
BH TW
BL BW extension TA TB BC DE
feet castors piston air blow
75 125 250
1500 150 8751  10001   1205 660 970 765 600 1260
 Not available; ±75; Dimensions in mm
1
2.6.4.3 THS-FBV
BH TW
BL BW extension TA TB BC DE
feet castors piston air blow
75 125 250
1500 150 8751  10001   1124 660 910 705 695 1195
 Not available; 1 ±75; Dimensions in mm
DESCRIPTION 2
2.6.4.4 THS-MBB
With Family A and B Probes
2 DESCRIPTION
BH TW 3 DE
BL BW feet
extension
castors
TA TB piston air blow
BC fam.A fam.B
CL
75 125 250
200 350
300  450
750 750
1030 400 7001 7751 8251  705 550 590 625  
500 650
7452
600 750  
200 350 1030÷1180 825
300  450 1130÷1280 925
1330 400 7001 7751 8251  1010 550 1230÷1380 1025 590 910 910 
500 650 1330÷1480 1125
7452
600 750  
200 350 1030÷1180 825÷915
300  450 1130÷1280 925÷1015
1530 400 7001 7751 8251  1205 550 1230÷1380 1025÷1115 590 950 1050 
500 650 1330÷1480 1125÷1215
7452
600 750  
200 350 1030÷1180 825÷915
300  450 1130÷1280 925÷1015
1830 400 7001 7751 8251  1505 550 1230÷1380 1025÷1115 590 1205 1305 
500 650 1330÷1480 1125÷1215
7452
600 750  
200  500
300 600
750 750
1030 400 8751 9501 10001 11251 705 700 590 625  
9202
500 800
600 900  
200  500 1030÷1180 825
300 600 1130÷1280 925
1330 400 8751 9501 10001 11251 1010 700 1230÷1380 1025 590 910 910 
9202
500 800 1330÷1480 1125
600 900  
200  500 1030÷1180 825÷915
300 600 1130÷1280 925÷1015
1530 400 8751 9501 10001 11251 1205 700 1230÷1380 1025÷1115 590 950 1050 
9202
500 800 1330÷1480 1125÷1215
600 900  
200  500 1030÷1180 825÷915
300 600 1130÷1280 925÷1015
1830 400 8751 9501 10001 11251 1505 700 1230÷1380 1025÷1115 590 1205 1305 
9202
500 800 1330÷1480 1125÷1215
600 900  
Not available; 1 ±75; 2 ±50; Dimensions in mm; 3 Greater dimensions in case of large size reject bin
DESCRIPTION 2
With Family C Probes
BH DE
BL BW extension TA TB TW BC CL
feet castors fam.C
75 125 250
400 700 1050
1530 500 8751 9501 10001   1205 800 1150 590 1270 
600 900 1250
400 700 1050
1830 500 8751 9501 10001   1505 800 1150 590 1270 
600 900 1250
 Not available;  Available; 1 ±75; Dimensions in mm
2 DESCRIPTION
2.6.4.5 THS-MBR
BL BW BH TA TB TW BC DE CL
300 450 875

450 600 1025
1700 8751 1205 598 1330 
600 750 1175
800 950 1375
300 450 875 1587
450 600 1025 1582
2000 8751 1505 591 
600 750 1175 1490
800 950 1375 1490
 Not available;  Available; 1 ±75; Dimensions in mm
DESCRIPTION 2
2.6.4.6 THS-RB and THS-RBK
BL DW
= =
BW
UH
TH
BH
FL FW
TW
BL BW BH FL FW TW BC UH
200
800 300 875±50 400 BW+250 BW+485 BH+175 65, 90, 115, 140, 165
400
2.7 Options and Accessories

For the list of options and accessories available for the THS/21, see the Spare parts, Accessories
and Options Manual.
2 DESCRIPTION
2.8 Technical characteristics

General 21 series 21E series
characteristics High-contrast OLED display Graphical, 128x64 pixels Alphanumeric, 4x20 chars
Programming keyboard, in stainless steel 4 keys 16 keys
Metal detection sensitivity High Very High
Display of the signal level by means of bar graph
Autolearn and automatic tracking of the product effect
Integrated self-diagnosis system to check, in real time, the System correct functioning
Up to 40 users, with username and password
Data management compliant with requirements indicated by CFR 21, Part 11
Complies with HACCP and GMP criteria
Metallic structures in AISI316. Parts in contact with the product in plastic materials, certified for food use,
according to FDA and USDA specifications
Power supply boxes available, on request, even in UL certificate version, according to UL 508A e CSA-
C22.2 No. 14-05 standards.
Programming Local Control panel
Remote By means of one of the available I/O interfaces and
CEIA THS Production, CEIA MDScope or another
equivalent terminal emulation software
Data storage 21 series 21E series
Max number of Products 500 250
Max number of Events 10.000 1.000
(100.000 with ) (100.000 with )
Events type Metal Alarm; Test results; Programming acces/exit;
Parameter modifications; Diagnosis messages;
Transport start/stop; Batch start/end
Data management Management of electronic production data and Data security
electronic signatures compliant with the
requirements indicated by Data integrity
CFR 21, Part 11
Data traceability
I/O interfaces RS232 and auxiliary RS232 serial ports Built-in (9600/57600 bps, 8N1 format)
Bluetooth interface Built-in (v2.1, Class 2)
Serial port for barcode reader Integrated (9600 bps, 8N1 format), enabled upon
request. Supported string formats:
xx<CR>; xx<LF>; <STX>xx<ETX>
xx: stringa di massimo 48 caratteri
Network card Wi-Fi On USB key; Wireless standard: IEE 802.11 b/g/n;
(optional) with built-in Frequency: 2.400-2.4835 GHz; WPA2 security; Max
Web Server range: up to 20m in open areas, subject to limitations
Ethernet 2 ports 10/100 baseT; IP Protocol: static/DHCP
USB V2.0 (only for data storage on USB memory devices,
FAT32 formatted)
Field Bus Ethernet/IP (optional)
Signalling Acoustic internal built-in on or
Optical Control Panel display Visualization of messages and signal level
Control panel light RED: Metal alarm or Diagnosis
indicators GREEN: Power on
WHITE: Power on
light indicators GREEN: Moving tansport
BLUE: Test request
Inputs / Outputs See description in sections 3.5.2 and 3.5.3
DESCRIPTION 2
Supply Control Power Box Main voltage 100-240 VAC

Frequency and phase 50/60 Hz - single phase
Full load current (FLA) 2.2 A (6.6 A for THS/MN21)
Short-circuit maximum current 5 kA (symmetric, 240 V max)
Conveyor Control System 115V version: 100÷120 VAC
Main voltage
230V version: 200÷240 VAC
Frequency 50/60 Hz - single phase
115V version: 11.2 A
(15 A for THS/MN21)
Full load current (FLA)
230V version: 11.4 A
(15 A for THS/MN21)
Short-circuit current 5 kA (simmetrica, 240 V max)
Maximum power of the three- 115V version: 0.37 kW (0.5 hp)
phase pilotable motor 230V version: 0.75 kW (1 hp)
Small-size power supply
Power supply voltage 20÷30 Vdc o Vac; 2A max.
card
Protection degree 21 series IP66 – IP69K On UL versions, the and
have a type 4X-12 certified
21E series IP65 degree of protection
Dimensions and Useful and overall dimensions See related section
Weights Power supply not included
Useful cable length 2 m (custom lengths up to 40 m,
Probe connection
on request)
With package Indicated outside the package
Weight Indicated on FAT document,
Net
enclosed with the System
Environmental Use Indoor. Industrial environment. NOT SUITABLE for use in presence
conditions of a potentially flammable or explosive atmosphere
Temperature Operating -10°C  +55°C
-40°C  +70°C* - for short
Storage
periods, not more than 24h
Relative humidity Operating 5%  90%, non-condensing
Storage 5%  90%, non-condensing
Altitude  1000m, without derating.
For higher altitudes, contact CEIA
Pollution degree (IEC61010-1) Class 2
Installation category (IEC61010-1) Category II
2 DESCRIPTION

General Conveyor belt with integrated THS/21x Metal Detector and ejection system
characteristics HACCP compliant
Metallic structures in AISI316. Parts in contact with the product in plastic materials, certified for food use,
according to FDA and USDA specifications
Conveyor Control System also available in UL certificate version, compliant with UL 508A and
CSA-C22.2 No. 14-05 standards
Conveyor belt THS-FBV THS-RB
THS-FBB THS-MBB THS-MBR
THS-FBBV THS-RBK
flat modular modular flat round belt
Belt type
(PU) (PE) (PE) (PU) (PU)
1460 2060
Speed range (m/min) 1255 1245 1480
840 1460
Distributed max load (kg) 40 40 40 40 2
Pack max1 weight (kg) with air
1 1 1
blow ejection system
Pack max weight (kg) with piston
1
4 4 4
ejection system
Pack max1 weight (kg) with bridge
10 10
ejection system
Maximum load of the reject bin indicated on the System reject bin
Sensors Standard Ejection synchronization; Ejection confirmation (only with ejector)
Optional Ejection verification; Low pressure, Ejector position check, Bin full,
(according to the model) Bin absent, Encoder
Safety functions Conveyor belt stop PL (Performance Level): c
Pneumatic actuator stop Cat.0 (EN60201-1)
(EN ISO 13849-1)
Programming Local Control panel
Remote By means of one of the available I/O interfaces and CEIA THS
Production, CEIA MDScope or another equivalent terminal
emulation software
Signalling Acoustic internal built-in on or
external standard: adjustable, 94 dB max
built-in on external beacon
IP69K (optional): fixed 65 db
Optical Control Panel
Visualization of messages and signal level
display
Control panel light RED: Metal alarm or Diagnosis
indicators GREEN: Power on
WHITE: Power on
light indicators GREEN: Moving tansport
BLUE: Test request
Inputs / Outputs See description in sections 3.5.2 and 3.5.3
Electric supply 115V 230V
Mains voltage 100÷120 Vac 200÷240 Vac
Mains frequency 50/60Hz single phase 50/60Hz single phase
11.2 A 11.4 A
Full load current (FLA)
(15 A with THS/MN21) (15 A with THS/MN21)
Short-circuit maximum current 5 kA (symmetric, 240 V max) on connection point
Power supply impedance  0,40 , on connection point
Distribution system TN (for other systems, contact CEIA)
Pneumatic supply Piston ejector Air blow ejector
Air pressure 0.6÷1 Mpa 0.6÷1 Mpa
Air flow 100 Nl/min 600 Nl/min
1 The maximum weight may vary according to the product package characteristics
DESCRIPTION 2
Protection degree THS-FBB,

THS-MBB,
THS-MBR, IP65
For Systems with a different
Motor THS-FBV,
protection degree, contact CEIA
THS-FBBV
THS-RB IP54
THS-RBK IP67
Other parts On UL versions, the is
(except the IP65 certified with protection
Probe) Type 4X-12
Dimensions and See related section on this manual
Useful and overall dimensions
Weights or the mechanical drawings included with the System
With package Indicated outside the package
Weight Indicated on FAT document,
Net
enclosed with the System
Environmental Use Indoor. Industrial environment. NOT SUITABLE for use in presence
conditions of a potentially flammable or explosive atmosphere
Temperature Operating -10°C  +55°C
-40°C  +70°C* - for short
Storage
periods, not more than 24h
Relative humidity Operating 5%  90%, non-condensing
Storage 5%  90%, non-condensing
Altitude  1000m, without derating.
For higher altitudes, contact CEIA
Pollution degree (IEC61010-1) Class 2
Installation category (IEC61010-1) Category II
Acoustic emissions according to 2006/42/CE
Acoustic pressure <79 dB(A); <130 dB(C)
Directive
3 INSTALLATION
3 INSTALLATION
Before starting any installation operation, carefully read all warnings and precautions described in this section and in the
Warnings Manuals supplied with the device.
Observe current regulations regarding electrical and personal safety for both the operator and the installer when
installing the device.
3.1 Minimum requirements

The minimum installation requirements depend on the THS model being installed. For precise details,
see the Technical Specifications section.
3.1.1 Minimum installation clearance

The minimum space for the System installation takes into account the overall dimensions of the
System and the surrounding minimum space that must be free for a correct use of the System itself.
Refers to the relative mechanical drawings (paragraph 2.6).
3.1.1.1 Detection Probes

For safe use of the equipment by the operator, and for maintenance operations, provide a free area
of at least 50 cm in front of the control panel and the power supply unit, in its configuration with the
door open.
3.1.1.2 Integrated systems

For safe use of the equipment by the operator, and for maintenance operations, provide a free area
of at least 50 cm around the equipment, in its configuration with all the doors open and the reject bin
absent.
The System shall be installed on a flat surface.
500.00
IN OUT
275.00
500.00
Example for THS-FBB and THS-MBB Example for THS-RB
INSTALLATION 3
3.1.2 General guidelines for mechanical installation
The following guidelines provide the necessary information to install the system, guaranteeing
minimum clearance for the Metal Detector. Additional indications are also given for THS Systems
intended for installation on final Customers' conveyor belts
For the installation checks you need to be able to switch on the system, understand the signals given
during use and set the applicable operating parameters. These operations are described in the first
part of section 4 – Use of the device.
3.1.2.1 Controls and Power Supply box

Standard EN 60204-1 specifies that the main switch and the other controls to be used by the operator
must be at a height of between 60 and 180 cm from the floor.
In cases where it is not possible to comply with this specification, additional remote control units shall
be installed at the specified height.
3 INSTALLATION
3.1.2.2 Metal structures in proximity to the Probe

The distances given are intended as a guide only and refer to a Metal Detector with default settings.
The actual distances may vary according to the Metal Detector settings and the surrounding metal structures. It is the
customer’s responsibility to ensure that the Metal Detector is really compatible with the application and the static and
moving metal parts around the Metal Detector, during the Checking the correct installation and configuration (par. 3.12).
S Metal Detector Probe

P Stainless steel support structure
Ejection system with metallic moving
E parts
Conveyor belt motor
M see paragraph 3.1.3.5
Conveyor belt mat
t see paragraph 3.1.2.4
Insulation of the support structure (P)
Pi see paragraph 3.1.2.3
Fixing and insulation of the Probe (S)
Si see paragraph 3.3.1.1
Insulation of conveyor belt rollers
Ri see paragraph 3.1.2.4.4
DH Height of the Probe S transit tunnel
Respect distance between Probe S
Df and any static metal masses
see table below
Dm and any moving metal masses
see table below
Installation example for a THS/21 on a conveyor belt
THS/21x THS/MN21
Df  DH  3 DH Static metal masses
 2 DH Small moving metal masses (i.e. piston rod)
Dm  10 DH *
 4 DH Bigger moving metal masses
* Magnetic metal masses
INSTALLATION 3
3.1.2.2.1 Free-fall products
S Metal Detector Probe
P Stainless steel load-bearing structure
f Stainless steel moving part
t Plastic material
Insulation of the load-bearing structure
Pi (P)
see paragraph 3.1.2.3
Fixing and insulation of the Probe (S)
Si see paragraph 3.3.1.2
Insulation of metal flanges
Fi see paragraph 3.1.2.6
DH Diameter of the Probe S transit tunnel
Df and any static metal masses
see table below
Dm and any moving metal masses
see table below
Distance between Probe S and
H support structure P
H > Df
Moving part reference dimension
V V = 200x160x2 mm
Installation example for a THS/G21 with free-fall product
THS/G21x THS/G21x-F
Df  0,5 DH  0,4 DH Static metal masses
Small moving metal masses (i.e. piston rod)
Dm  1,5 DH  DH
Bigger moving metal masses
3 INSTALLATION
3.1.2.3 Load-bearing structure

The Customer transport system shall be designed in order to properly position the Probe according
to the required minimum distances from metal structures (fixed and moving) both of the conveyor
itself and of the adjacent systems, in line.
Take into consideration the fact that a conveyor belt mat is subject to metal contamination and must be periodically
disassembled to be cleaned or replaced. Set up the system to facilitate this operation.
During assembly the solidity of the load-bearing structure should be borne in mind, in order to ensure
that the detector does not oscillate, causing false alarms.
The load-bearing structures of the transport system must be stable and not subject to detectable
vibration when the belt is moving.
For a THS/MN21 the structure of the transport system must be in non-magnetic steel (e.g. AISI 316).
Welded metal structures are recommended.
If some of the frame parts, (i.e. crossbeams T) are

screwed, insulate electrically all connections with the
bearing structure, except one, to ensure the
grounding.
Make sure that the metal crossbeams of the frame

are as far as possible from the Probe opening and, in
any case, at no less than the minimum distance
required for fixed metal parts.
Screwed metal contacts can cause intermittent coils that,

according to their position and geometry, can interact with the
electromagnetic field of the Metal Detector causing interference.
i: insulating material
INSTALLATION 3
3.1.2.4 Conveyor belt and position inside the Probe
3.1.2.4.1 Conveyor belt mat
For the product transport inside the Probe, use belts NOT containing metallic nets
or filaments (i.e. antistatic belts) and, for flat belts, it is recommended to use the
ones with finger joint (hot).
It is recommended to adopt adequate countermeasures to avoid metallic contaminations or residues of the conveyed
product to accumulate on the belt, because they can negatively affect the Metal Detector optimal performances.
However provide adequate systems to allow easy disassembly of the belt for its replacement or periodic cleaning.
DO NOT use antistatic belts.
3.1.2.4.2 Sliding plane

It is recommended to use plans or supports in insultaing material, to sustain the belt, with a proper
thickness for the transported weight (indicatively between 5 and 20 mm).
This supports shall be fixed by means of screws positioned

outside the minimum respect area for fixed metal structures
and they shall be installed so as to avoid any contact of the
belt with the inner part of the transit tunnel.
With flat belt, consider the transit of the belt through the
Probe in both directions, to avoid its cut in case it has to be
disassembled during cleaning or periodical maintenance
operations; Consider also proper systems to ease its
disassembly.
Belt and insulating sheet must not touch the Probe (the
figure shows a gap of 10 mm) in order to avoid vibrations
to the Probe or damages to it, and to prevent eventual belt
small contaminations (during the operative cycle) to already
interfere with the device correct functioning.
In any case, if there is a supporting metal layer for the belt,
when it arrives at the Probe, it must be interrupted for a
distance D, on both sides of the Probe. Position of the conveyor belt inside the Probe
All models THS/MN21 PI: sheet of insulating material;

D 2 DH 4 DH PM: layer of metal material;
N: belt
With products in metallic packaging, or with physical characteristics of high electric conductivity, or with magnetic
properties, it is recommended to position the sliding plane so as the product will be as centered as possible in the Probe
aperture.
In some systems, the belt can accumulate electrostatic charges during its movement, thus generating noises to the Metal
Detector correct functioning; it is recommended to adopt adequate countermeasures to ensure the ground discharge.
In case conductive parts are used, in contact with the belt, to perform it, check that these are of a material suitable for not
contaminating the belt and connect them to the ground through a connection to only one side of the bearing structure.
3 INSTALLATION
3.1.2.4.3 Side panels to contain the material in transit

In case the product could come in touch with the Probe, during the
transit, it is recommended to use plastic side panels (or insulated)
to avoid it.
The side panels, near the Probe, must be made of insulating

material (plastic, wood, etc.).
Side panels to contain the material in transit
3.1.2.4.4 Conveyor belt rollers

The distances given below are intended as a guide only and depend on the sensitivity required and the type of Probe.
After installation you should check that the unit operates efficiently.
In general, it is advisable that any rollers located near the Probe

be of insulating material.
All models THS/MN21

D 1,5 DH 3 DH1
1 Use non-magnetic steel bearings.

I: insulated support;
C: non-insulated support; Rollers made from insulating material
B: bearing with metal bearings
Metal drive or idle rollers must be located at a distance D from

the sides of the Probe.
All models THS/MN21

D 2 DH 6 DH1
1 Use non-magnetic steel bearings.
Metal idle rollers
C: non-insulated support;
S: screening Metal drive rollers
One side of the roller must be insulated from the metal frame of the conveyor belt, to prevent the formation of
electromagnetic coils which might interfere with the operation of the Metal Detector and allow in any way the ground
discharge of any electrostatic charges accumulated by the belt in motion.
It is recommended, where possible, to use plastic rollers or metallic rollers covered by insultaing material, so as to save
the belt from metallic contaminations.
INSTALLATION 3
Examples of roller insulation
Insulation of the roller pin Insulation of the roller pin support Insulation of the bearing support of a
roller pin
R: roller; B: spacers in insulating material; P: side bulkhead of the belt frame
3.1.2.5 Synchronization photocell

The Synchronization photocell enables a high degree of precision in ejecting contaminated material
and counting the product transiting through the unit.
Install the photocell as close as possible to the Metal Detector Detection Probe at the entrance or
the exit in the direction of transit depending on the ejection mode used (see paragraph 3.8.8).
The photocell must be connected to the PHOTOCELL input.
The photocell must be positioned at a height where the beam is always interrupted by the objects transiting on the
conveyor belt. It is also recommended to place it at the minimum possible distance from the Probe side and sufficiently
set back with respect to the transit tunnel, according to the free metal zone indicated on paragraph 3.1.2.2 (expecially
when it has a body or other elements made of metal).
PD PD
S
S
F F
N N
Photocell installed at the entrance Photocell installed at the exit from the Probe
Install the photocell as close as possible to the Detection Install the photocell as close as possible to the Detection
Probe entrance. Probe exit.
N: conveyor belt; S: electronics unit; F: photocell; PD: distance photocell- electronics unit;
With Ejection Mode = FS (see section Configuration > Ejection mode) the photocell shall be installed at the Probe exit.
3.1.2.6 Metallic flanges

Any metal flanges must be carefully insulated as shown in figure.
B: materiale isolante;
3 INSTALLATION
3.1.2.8 Ejection area

If an ejector with moving metal parts is installed in the ejection area, the distance from the Detection Probe must comply
with the instructions in paragraph 3.1.2.2.
The position of the ejection area E, located at the Probe exit, is constrained by the following
conditions:
Synchronization with photocell at the entrance to the Probe (EM=S/SB)

N: conveyor belt;
S: electronics unit;
F: photocell;
PL: length of package;
E: ejection area;
DW: length of Probe;
ED: distance photocell-ejector
(6m max);
Dp: distance between packs.
PD + DW + PL < ED < 62 x ( PL + Dp )
Synchronization with photocell at the exit from the Probe (EM=S/SB)

N: conveyor belt;
F: photocell;
E: ejection area;
ED: distance photocell-ejector
(6m max);
PL < ED < 62 x ( PL + Dp )
Without synchronization photocell (EM=F/B)

N: conveyor belt;
E: ejection area;
ED: distance Probe-ejector;
0.5 x DW + PL < ED < 6m
For high speed applications, the response time of the photocell, Metal Detector and ejector can be not negligible.
It is suggested to always verify by experiments the correct ejector actioning during the final detection verifications of
metallic samples, eventually increasing the distance of the ejector from the Probe.
The distancew between packs Dp shall be compatible the Ejection System activation and deactivation times, in order to
grant the correct ejection of two or more consecutive packs.
INSTALLATION 3
3.1.3 Electrical installation general rules for a correct compatibility
Electrical and electronic devices (and related cables) in the installation environment, can generate
interference signals for the Metal Detector, due to their position or caused by the presence of
uncontrolled paths, inside the ground equipotential circuit, for the generated noise currents (ground
loops).
The following are the main guidelines to ensure the best compatibility of the installation environment,
which, however, depends on the operating conditions of the Metal Detector and on the characteristics
of the environment in which it is installed.
It is therefore recommended to define the installation (laying and installation of cables, motors and
other electrical/electronic devices involved in the installation environment) only after the final checks
of correct installation and configuration (par.3.12) of the System.
3.1.3.1 Power supply of other devices.

- Connect the System power supply and ground connection, directly and solely to the main
electrical panel, using a three-pole cable (with adequate section, see par. 3.5.7).
- Keep all power cables of other devices, as far as possible from the Probe aperture (>10DH),
from the power supply cable of the CEIA System and from all signal cables connected to it.
It is recommended to use shielded signal cables, with the shield connected to ground only
from the side of the power supply box.
No power cable must pass along the conveyor belt structure.
In case of CEIA Integrated Systems fitted with cable trays, they are to be used only with cables of
the System itself and signal cables from other in-line devices.
- Do not connect in any way power supply cables of other devices inside the Metal Detector
power supply box.
Example with THS-FBB
L: Power supply cables; C: Metallic connections; M: Metallic pipes;

N: Metallic pipe reserved for CEIA System power line;
K: Insulated connections; S: Metallic structure of the building;
P: CEIA System power cable; A: Power cables of other devices
3 INSTALLATION
3.1.3.2 Signal cables

- The use of shielded signal cables is recommended, with the shield connected to earth only
from the side of the power supply unit.
F F
Example with a THS-RB
F: Signal cables;
3.1.3.3 Pulsed-type noise sources

- Move the Metal Detector as far away as possible from devices which might generate pulsed-
type disturbances, e.g. starting motors, inverters, electricity supply boards, electromagnetic
actuators (they should be replaced with similar pneumatic devices), fluorescent lights and
related starters (where possible, replace them with a filament bulbs), AC/DC power supplies
or UPS.
- Provide the electromagnets, remote control Minimum distance

Power
switches and DC motors with adeguate (HP)
dampening circuits to attenuate any electrical THS/MN21 Other THS models
phenomena, as a result of the device
switching operations. 0,5  5 x DH  3 x DH
- Keep the encoder and its cable at a distance
of at least 2 x DH from the Probe aperture. 1  6 x DH  4 x DH
- Keep a minimum distance between the Metal
Detector and the motor, as indicated in the
table based on the power of the motor. Where 2  8 x DH  5 x DH
possible, AC motors should be used rather
than DC motors. 3  10 x DH  6 x DH
- If they are installed near the Metal Detector,
the motors should be screened with
cylindrical steel (non-welded) enclosures no  15 x DH  10 x DH
20
less than 2 mm thick. (10 x DH if screened) (6 x DH if screened)
- Provide each inverter with EMI filters at their infeed, selected according to the inverter
manufacturer's recommendations.
- Provide the connection cable to the motor with a ferrite to be placed near the inverter, passing
one or more coils of the phase conductors through the ferrite itself, according to the inverter
manufacturer's recommendations.
INSTALLATION 3
3.1.3.4 Ground loops prevention
Ground loops are unwanted or uncontrolled currents along the earth connection, which generate
noises and interfere with the functioning of the Metal Detector.
- Keep the Metal Detector Detection Probe insulated from the load-bearing structure and from
other metal structures or conductors. For Metal Detectors not integrated in CEIA systems,
refer to the section on Mechanical Installation in the Metal Detector Installation Manual.
- Keep the load-bearing structure of the Metal Detector insulated from other metal structures or
conductors.
- Avoid any mechanical or ground connection to by-pass the electric insulation of the Probe
supports. For Metal Detectors not integrated in CEIA systems, refer to the section on
Mechanical Installation in the Metal Detector Installation Manual.
- Use a dedicated earth connection for the Metal
Detector, which comes directly from the electricity QE M1 MD M2
supply board.
QE: electricity supply board; M1: machine 1 POWER BOX
M2: machine 2; MD: Metal Detector.
- Connect the motors driven by the inverter (of the Metal Detector transport system and near it)
using screened triphase+earth cable: the frame of the motor and the screen must be
connected only to the PE terminal of the inverter.
- Provide the connection cable to the motor with a ferrite to be placed near the inverter, passing
one or more coils of the phase conductors through the ferrite itself.
- Prevent electric motors driven by the inverter (placed near the Metal Detector) from having the
frame connected electrically to the load-bearing metal structure.
- Keep all metal frames, of the devices connected to the Metal Detector (i.e. encoder), insulated
from the loaf-bearing structure and connect them to the ground only towards the power supply
box.
- The connections of external signals, to the Metal Detector, shall use clean contacts (relais) or
signals insulated from the ground of the device which generates them (i.e. using optocouplers).
Check that the signal cable shield is connected to the ground only towards the power supply
box.
- Check the absence of possible ground loops generated by the interconnection of equipotential
circuits of devices beside the System.
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the Metal Detector Probe to earth because this is already earthed over the connecting
cable to the power supply.
3 INSTALLATION
3.1.3.5 Conveyor belt motors

It is recommended, where applicable, to use AC motors rather than DC motors.
- The motors must be installed at a distance D from the Probe

aperture, as indicated in the following table:
Minimum distance advisable between the Probe and AC motors (without

motor screening)
Power All models THS/MN21
0.5 HP 3 DH 5 DH
1 HP 4 DH 6 DH
Motors
C: non-insulated support;
S: screening
- Insulate the metal frame of the motor from the conveyor belt structure, in order to avoid
potentially critical ground loops; connect the motor to the ground only through the Inverter PE
terminal.
- Use, for the motor, 3 phases + GND shielded cables, connecting the shield to earth only to the
Inverter PE terminal.
- In case of motors driven by an inverter, if absent, equip the inverter with the EMI filter
recommended by the Manufacturer and connect to the motor as indicated in the picture below.
Install the filter holding the filter input and output cables well separated.
I: Inverter; E: EMI Filter; B: Metallic container; M: Motor; C: Cable; S: Shield; G: Ground.
- Install a ferrite toroidal core on the three motor phase cables, making one or two windings inside
it.
INSTALLATION 3
3.1.3.6 Selecting and installing connecting cables
The following instructions refer to connecting cables to external equipment and servo systems.
- Only use cables with a circular cross-section and a smooth surface.
- Only connect one cable to each cable gland.
- At the end of the installation, check that all cable glands are correctly tightened.
- In case of replacement, use CEIA cable glands and caps only. Refer to Spare Parts Manual.
Only cable with an outer

Cable gland
diameter between:
M16 ø3.0 - ø10.0 mm
M20 ø5.0 - ø13.0 mm
M25 ø8.0 - ø17.0 mm
Close all non-used cable glands holes with the proper caps. Do not use the device with not-closed holes.
3.1.3.7 Multiple Metal Detectors close together

To prevent reciprocal interference between Metal Detectors which are positioned close to each other,
set different transmission channels for each detector. The minimum distance depends on the
Detection Probe dimensions and on the Metal Detector settings.
The command for assigning a different channel to a Metal Detector is Configuration > TX Channel.
To identify sources of electrical and mechanical noise which might disturb operation of the Metal Detector, see the
instructions in the Compatibility Procedure (section 5.5).
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3.2 Unpacking
Store the system in its original packaging, or in a way that protects it adequately from atmospheric
agents or other possible causes of damage (moving objects, weights, solvents etc.).

3.2.1.1 Handling and moving the packaged device
Handle the package with care and without excessive force during
movement.
To move and handle the packaged device, use a forklift truck with a
sufficient load-bearing capacity. Ensure that the load is balanced during
handling and transport.
Other transport methods are forbidden.
Place the equipment, still in its package, as close as possible to the final
installation site.
3.2.1.2 Unpacking procedure
Keep the packaging materials for possible future transport.
Read the packing list to check that Using cutters, cut and remove all Using pliers, extract all metal
the packing content is complete. plastic straps from the packing. staples from the upper surface of
the packing.
Open the box and remove the Using pliers, extract all metal Lift the box upwards from the
protective support. staples from the bottom side wooden base, taking care that the
surface of the packing. Power Supply Box does not fall
out.
INSTALLATION 3
Put the Power Supply Box down Using cutters, cut and remove all The Metal Detector is ready for
on the floor and remove the plastic straps from the Probe. installation.
protective support.
3.2.1.3 Packing list

The package contains:
- THS Metal Detector Probe connected to the power supply box ordered
- Warnings Manual, Operator Manual and a sheet with a unique code to download all
Installation, Maintenance and Programming Manuals
- Quality Control Test Samples (if ordered)
3.2.1.4 Moving the Metal Detector

Before you move the detector, check its weight. It could be too heavy to be handled by one person. Use suitable handling
methods and tools. CEIA declines all liability for damages arising from incorrect handling of the container.
Use forklift trucks or sling the load-bearing structure. Ensure that the load is balanced during
movement. Avoid deforming the structure or its component parts.
When transporting and handling the Metal Detector DO NOT pass slings, ropes, forklift forks, hands or any other lifting
equipment through the Probe aperture.
Other transport methods are forbidden.
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3.2.2 CEIA Integrated Systems

3.2.2.1 Handling and moving the package device
Use a lift truck with a suitable load-bearing capacity. The

total weight of the package is marked on the package.
Packed integrated systems are bulky and

heavy. The centre of gravity of the
packaging is not where it might appear
from the outside of the packaging. To
ensure balanced lifting, insert the forks in
the positions marked on the packing.
Place the equipment, still in its package, as close as

possible to the final installation site.
To ensure a balanced lifting and movement of the equipment, position the lift truck forks in the positions
indicated on the package.
Crushing hazard. Exercise caution when handling empty packaging.
Take precautions to prevent the crushing hazard when handling empty packaging.
INSTALLATION 3
- CEIA Integrated System comprising the conveyor belt, the Metal Detector Probe, the power
supply box and all options and accessories ordered
- Warnings Manual, Operator Manual and a sheet with an unique code to download all

Use forklift trucks or sling the load-bearing structure. Ensure that the load is balanced during
movement. Avoid deforming the structure or its component parts.
If the system is fitted with castors, ensure that these are released before you start moving the device.
3.2.3 THS-RB
3.2.3.1 Handling and moving the package device
Use a lift truck with a suitable load-bearing capacity. The

total weight of the package is marked on the package.
Packed integrated systems are bulky and

heavy. The centre of gravity of the
packaging is not where it might appear
from the outside of the packaging. To
ensure balanced lifting, insert the forks in
the positions marked on the packing.
Place the equipment, still in its package, as close as

possible to the final installation site.
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Crushing hazard. Exercise caution when handling empty packaging.

Take precautions to prevent the crushing hazard when handling empty packaging.

- CEIA Integrated System comprising the conveyor belt, the Metal Detector Probe, the power
supply box and all options and accessories ordered
- Warnings Manual, Operator Manual and a sheet with an unique code to download all

Handle the system via a proper sling. Ensure that the load is balanced during movement. Avoid
deforming the structure or its component parts.
If the system is fitted with castors, ensure that these are released before you start moving the device.
INSTALLATION 3
3.3 Mechanical installation
3.3.1 Probe
3.3.1.1 THS Models
Insert the Probe onto the structure of the production line and fix it with screws and plastic spacers,
using the holes provided on the underside.
For the fixing distances see the Dimensions section for the relevant model, in chapter 2 –
Description of this manual.
For Detection Probes with a rectangular opening, fasten the Detection Probe with the holes in the
support feet, using screws of the appropriate length which never come into contact with the Detection
Probe frame.
THS/MN THS/SL Other THS models
S: Detection Probe; P: Support; d: Plastic spacer; e: Insulating bush
WARNING! The Detection Probe with rectangular opening is fitted with appropriate insulated support feet. The Detection
Probe structure is connected to earth with the connection cable with the power supply unit; it must not be connected to
other metal parts and the support feet must always be insulated.
3.3.1.2 THS/G models

On circular tunnel Probes, for free-falling applications, insert the Detection Probe on the material
inspection pipe. Fix it in position using the screws and plastic spacers as shown in the figures below;
use the holes on the Detection Probe side where the connection cable to the power supply box is
present.
S: Detection Probe; P: Support frame; d: Plastic spacer; e: Insulating bush
WARNING! Do not perform any mecanichal operation on the Probe structure, such as weldings or drilling.
Do not remove the support feet and do not perform mechanical or electric connections on them.
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In case the Detection Probe is subjected to vibrations, install the

Metal Detector securing it with a system for damping vibrations, M8x15
as indicated here beside. S
S: Detection Probe; P: Support frame; d: Plastic spacer

G: Rubber spacer to dampen vibrations d
In applications where the Probe need to be installed on a horizontal pipe, set the Probe by placing
it, with proper plastic or rubber spacers, on the smaller side with fixing holes (if screws are present,
remove and install them on the unused fixing holes) and fix it as per the free-falling assembly.
3.3.2 Power supply unit

The power supply unit must be placed vertically (with the cable glands side towards the floor) and
firmly attached to the load-bearing structure by means of four M6 screws, at a minimum distance
from the Probe, not lower than 2 x DH.
For the fixing distances see the Dimensions section for the relevant model, in chapter 2 –
Description of this manual.
During the installation procedure, if the connection cable between the Probe and the power supply
box needs to be disconnected, do it from the power supply box side and not from the Probe side.
This operation requires the terminals to be disconnected from the connector connected to the ALM
card and the screen to be disconnected from the earth screw on the bottom of the container.
After the Detection Probe and the Power DETECTION

Supply Unit have been positioned correctly, PROBE
CABLE
put the cable back in the Power Supply Unit
through its cable gland, reconnect the screen
to the earth screw, reconnect the cable
terminals to the connector, following the exact
order of the colours (see figure alongside)
and put the connector back on the ALM card.
Fix the Probe cable to the power supply unit so that it cannot oscillate or vibrate.
If the cable is too long, DO NOT CUT THE CABLE: COIL UP THE EXCESS inside the power supply box.
INSTALLATION 3
Position the CEIA integrated system directly on
the production line.
Adjust the height of the conveyor belt so that it
is aligned with the production line. To do this,
adjust the height of the four feet or the four
castors.
Loosen the lock nut and turn the pin to raise or
lower the foot as required.
When you have adjusted the height, lock the
lock nuts and then brake the castors with the
locking lever or anchor the four feet to the floor.
Warning! Some models can have a high centre of gravity. While moving and carrying out
the installation procedure, take precautions to ensure that the detector cannot fall over. Once
installation is completed, the structure to which the Metal Detector is attached must ensure
its stability.
Important! When you adjust the height of the CEIA integrated system, ensure that the sling
surface remains parallel with the floor.
Do not install any device on the conveyor belt structure.

Do not modify the original wiring. Do not add additional wiring on the conveyor belt.
Do not change any electrical or mechanical part of the conveyor belt structure.
Do not install any devices or wiring at distances less than those specified in paragraph 3.1.2.2.
3.3.3.1 External signalling unit (beacon)

The beacon volume can be aduste by rotating the upper
part og the signalling unit, only on IP67 models.
Type of sound Model Volume

Adjustable on
94 dB max
IP67 models
2.9 kHz
Fixed on IP69K
65 dB
models
3.4 Pneumatic installation

This section only refers to CEIA Integrated Systems fitted with an ejector.
3.4.1 Minimum requirements

The mains compressed air supply must be compliant with the
ejector installed on the System. A label with all technical data
is located near the compressed air circuit input.
Example
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3.4.2 Pneumatic circuit diagrams

3.4.2.1 Ejector cylinder
# Description # Description
P1 Compressed air supply Y1 5/3-way directional control valve, exhaust neutral
AM39 3/2-way manual control valve Y2 position
AM40 Adjustable pressure regulator with return flow action AM42
Adjustable flow regulator
AM15 Adjustable pressure switch (optional) AM43
AM44 Actuator
3.4.2.2 Air jet ejection system
P1 Compressed air supply AM15 Adjustable pressure switch (optional)
AM40 Adjustable pressure regulator with return flow action AM42 Adjustable flow regulator
AM41 Pneumatic capacitor Y1 3/2-way directional control valve
AM39 3/2-way manual control valve
P1 Compressed air supply Y1 5/3-way directional control valve, exhaust neutral
AM39 3/2-way manual control valve Y2 position
AM40 Adjustable pressure regulator with return flow action AM42
Adjustable flow regulator
AM15 Adjustable pressure switch (optional) AM43
AM44 Actuator
INSTALLATION 3
3.4.3 Connecting up to the compressed air supply
If present, remove the protective casing, removing the screws, and connect the pneumatic pressure
source according to the ejector type.

Connect the unit to the compressed air supply
(A) with an 8 mm diameter hose and a quick-
release connector.
3.4.3.2 Air jet ejector

Connect the unit to the compressed air supply
(A) with a 10 mm diameter hose and a quick-
release connector.
The pneumatic pressure source must be filtered with an

oil-free 5m filter, to prevent any contamination of the
product in transit and to ensure the ejection device
functions correctly.
3.4.3.3 Retracting belt

Connect the unit to the compressed air
supply (A) with an 8 mm diameter hose and
a quick-release connector.
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3.4.4 Pressure adjustment

On CEIA Integrated Systems, the ejection system has a
factory preset at a suitable pressure for the installed ejector
type.
The pressure adjustment knob comes locked with a bolt and

a nut, replaceable by the Customer, with a padlock.
If necessary, it is possible to adjust it, up to a maximum of

0,6 MPa.
1. Remove the lock (be it the factory bolt 2. Remove the cap 3. Open the protection and remove it from
or the padlock provided by the Customer) the knob
4. Lift-up the knob 5. Rotate the knob clockwise, to increase, 6. Press the knob down to lock it back
or anti-clockwise, to decrease the
pressure
7. Place back the protection around the 8. Place back the cap 9. Lock back
knob
INSTALLATION 3
3.4.5 Flow adjustment
If the factory settings for the cylinder piston speed is not suitable for the product to be ejected, you
can adjust it using the IN and OUT flow regulators AM42 and AM43 on the cylinder.
Using a N.32 wrench, unlock and remove the piston Pull the carter out of its place
carter nut
A
A
B
B
Loose the blocking nut A, adjust the IN flow by rotating Loose the blocking nut A, adjust the OUT flow by rotating
the knob B, then lock again tightening the nut A the knob B, then lock again tightening the nut A
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3.4.5.2 Air jet ejector

If the works flow regulator setting is not suitable for the product to be ejected, you can adjust this
setting on the flow regulator AM42.
B
A
Loose the two nuts A located inside the Open the carter by rotating them on the Loose the blocking nut A, adjust the air flow
carter, accessible from below, then loose lower pivots by rotating the knob B, then lock again
nut B also tightening the nut A
3.4.5.3 Retracting belt

If the factory settings for the retracting belt speed is not suitable for the product to be ejected, you
can adjust it using the IN and OUT flow regulators AM42 and AM43 on the air pipes of the retracting
belt supply.
Adjust the IN and OUT flows through A and B knobs
INSTALLATION 3
3.4.6 Padlocking the compressed air
Before any maintenance work, the interception valve of the
pneumatic circuit must be closed with a padlock when it is in
the discharge position.
This installation is the responsibility of the Customer.
3.5 Electrical Installation

3.5.1 Installing connecting cables
The following instructions refer to the installation of connecting cables to external equipment and
servo systems.
- Only connect one cable to each cable gland.
- When you have finished installation, check that all the cable glands are tightened.
- Only use original cable glands and plugs supplied by CEIA. See the Spare Parts Manual for
details.
Close off any unused cable gland holes with the plugs provided. Do not use the equipment with the cable gland holes
open.
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3.5.2 Description of inputs

Make all connections relating to input lines using screened cable, connecting the shielding only to the THS/21 system and
to the contacts marked with the symbol on the various connectors.
On CEIA Integrated Systems, some of this inputs are already connected and configured.
INPUTS CONNECTION
Use or description with activated line Name on diagram
Following Conveyor consent
FOLLOWING
Activation of the CEIA conveyor belt or the ejection cycle of a non-integrated system, J16 N/A CONVEYOR
from a following conveyor or other machine in the line.
Metal Detector inhibition
Inhibition of the Metal Detector from a machine in the line. As an alternative the input J16 N/A INHIBITION
can be programmed to manually force the ejection cycle.
Bin absent
Indicates that the reject bin is absent. J16 N/A BIN ABSENT
Auxiliary input
To start test manually without accessing programming.
J16 N/A IN AUX1
Ejector position check

EJECTOR
Indicates that the ejector is in the right position. To be used only in conjunction with J16 N/A POSITION CHECK
the Ejection Confirmation input and with ejectors compatible with this check.
Ejection check
Indicates that contaminated product has passed beyond the ejector during the J16 N/A EJECTION CHECK
ejection cycle.
Ejection confirmation
EJ.
Indicates that product has been ejected correctly into the reject bin or the ejector has J17 J5 CONFIRMATION
been activated correctly.
Synchronization photocell
Indicates that a pack has passed in front of the photocell, for the ejection J17 J5 PHOTOCELL
synchronization.
Low pressure
Indicates low pressure for the pneumatic circuit of the ejector.
J17 N/A LOW PRESSURE
Encoder
Connection of an encoder to measure the speed of transit in conveyor belt J17 J5 ENCODER
applications.
Bin full
Indicates that the reject bin is full. J17 N/A BIN FULL
Reset
Manual reset of the Metal Detector from Metal Alarm or Diagnostics conditions.
J17 J5 RESET
External emergency
Connection of a button or single external contact (NC) to the Metal Detector system, J19 N/A EXT EM BUTTON
which activates the Emergency Circuit.
Emergency EM STOP 1A/1B
Connection of a button with double NC contact to activate the Emergency Circuit.
J19 N/A EM STOP 2A/2B
J10
J11 J12 J13 J15 J16 J17 J19
00211AL_ board Standard 00211ALM board Complete 00211ALM board
INSTALLATION 3
3.5.3 Description of outputs
On CEIA Integrated Systems, some of this outputs are already connected and configured.
OUTPUTS CONNECTION
Use or description with activated line Name on diagram
Auxiliary relay
Signal of a specific status of the Metal Detector (programmable).
J01 N/A AUX RELAY
Test request relay

Request signal for Periodic Test, Test in Progress or Verified Test status J01 N/A TEST REQ RELAY
(programmable).
Upstream belt relay (only with Conveyor Control System or encoder)
PREC CONV
Signal of moving belt (e.g. for consent to an upstream belt or other machine in the J01 N/A RELAY
line).
Machine Ready relay
Signal that Metal Detector or Integrated System is operational.
J02 J1 READY RELAY
Ejection relay
Signal of ejection. J02 J1 EJECT RELAY
Alarm relay
Signal of metal alarm.
J02 N/A ALARM RELAY
Ejector in operation
Activation of the single or double solenoid ejector. J14 N/A EJECT NO
Ejector in operation
Deactivation of the double solenoid ejector.
J14 N/A EJECT NC
Bin unlock
Activation of the rejected bin electric lock. J15 N/A BIN UNLOCK
Connection of optical/acoustic signalling devices. J18 N/A -
J01 J02
J14 J15 J18
00211AL_ board Standard 00211ALM board Complete 00211ALM board
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3.5.4 Description of I/O interfaces

I/O INTERFACES CONNECTION
Description Note
RS232 Serial interface (sub-D 9p female)
Connection for serial printer or personal computer, used to print or save data,
remote programming and any Metal Detector firmware updates.
J10 J3 - -
Deactivated when Bluetooth connection is active.
Bluetooth serial interface
Connection with personal computer, used to save data and for remote Integrated on
programming.
- - -
card
Deactivated when RS232 serial connection is active.
Barcode reader
Connection to a barcode reader, upstream of the Metal Detector, for automatic
selection of the detection parameters in accordance with the barcode of the
J11 N/A - -
product in transit.
Auxiliary RS232 serial interface
Connection for OEM integration with other devices (i.e. checkweighers).
J12 J4 - -
RCU Remote Control Unit

Connection of a remote control unit RCU.
J13 J2 - -
Ethernet /WiFi interface (only with Network card)

Integrated Web server and connection with LAN network, for remote ETH1 Optional, only
- - applicable on
programming or production data management through CEIA THS Production ETH2 card
software
USB interface Optional, only with
USB key connection for data saving/loading from/to the Metal Detector. - - USB1 card
00211AL_ board Standard 00211ALM board Complete 00211ALM board IXC Network card (optional)
INSTALLATION 3
3.5.5 Connection of the CEIA Conveyor belt Emergency circuit
The Emergency circuit of CEIA integrated systems can be conveniently connected with that of the
Customer line in which it is integrated, in such a way that the activation of one will result in the
activation of the other and vice versa.
- towards the Production Line Emergency circuit, connect the NC (normally closed) free contact
inside every Emergency button of the CEIA Integrated System, in order to obtain that pressing
any button will result in the Emergency stop of the whole Production Line.
Unscrew and remove the Release the pre-pressed Insert an M20 cable gland Insert a cable of the right
cover of the emergency hole on the emergency and lock on the hole size for the gland, so that the
button, to access the button container degree of protection is
contacts inside guaranteed, and connect the
terminals to the free contact
- from the Production Line Emergency circuit, connect a clean NC (normally closed) contact to
the EXT EM BUTTON input of the CEIA Integrated System (refers to the electric diagram), in
orcder to obtain that the activation of the Production Line Emergency circuit will also
determines the Emergency stop of the CEIA Integrated System.
The CEIA standard conveyor belts incorporate Emergency stop functions with Performance Level PL c, according to EN
ISO 13849-1. In non-standard systems it is avaialble, on request, also with PL d; in this case, for the Emergency circuit
connections, refers to the electric diagrams supplied with the System.
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Connecting a motor (Conveyor Control System only)

Only make connections to the internal terminals of the power supply unit when the unit is disconnected from the mains.
If the power supply to the device is different from that specified on the plate, permanent damage may be caused to the
device. CEIA declines all liability for injury to persons and damage to property resulting from failure to follow this
instruction.
Connect a single triphase asynchronous motor, with plate values compatible with the characteristics of the inverter.
CEIA cannot be held responsible for damage caused by wrong connection of the motor.
The inverter contains high-tension capacitors which discharge slowly when the power supply is shutdown. Before you
work on an inverter, switch off the power supply and wait at least 3 minutes before commencing work.
The inverter must only be programmed from the menu on the local THS programmer.
- Select a cable, with a circular section and screened, with 3 phase and one earth wires
(minimum cross section of 2.5 mm2 - AWG14). Pass it through the suitably sized cable gland.
An unscreened cable might cause disturbances to the Metal Detector.
- Take the ferrite supplied and insert the three wires inside as shown to create a
coil. The ferrite must be placed as near as possible to the inverter connection
terminals.
- Open the cover of the inverter terminals as shown in

the figure alongside.
- On the inverter side, connect the phase wires to the

terminals U/T1, V/T2 and W/T3 and connect the
earth wire and the shield to the earth terminal.
- On the motor side, connect the earth wire to the

motor frame. Connect the phases in order to have a
nominal voltage in the 200 - 240 V range.
- Fix the motor cable to the conveyor belt structure,

keeping it as far as possible from the Probe opening.
WARNING! The motor frame must be electrically insulated from the conveyor belt structure and from other metal parts,
and earthed ONLY using the wire connected to the inverter earth terminal, to avoid any possible interference to the
Metal Detector.
WARNING! The motor must be installed as near as possible to the Probe, depending on its power (see the table in the
General Rules for Electrical Installation). This distance is indicative and also depends on the load conditions, the size of
the Probe and on the detection settings of the Metal Detector.
After performing the connections, temporarily check the motor running direction (powering up the system) and, if
incorrect, reverse the two phase conductors.
INSTALLATION 3
3.5.6 Connecting to the mains power supply
Only make connections to the internal terminals of the power supply unit when the unit is disconnected from the mains.
If the power supply to the device is different from that specified on the plate, permanent damage may be caused to the
device. CEIA declines all liability for injury to persons and damage to property resulting from failure to follow this
instruction.
Checking that the power supply conforms to the values specified above and to current regulations is the
sole responsibility of the customer.
- Select a cable with wire minimum cross section of 2.5 mm² (AWG14), maximum 4 mm2
(AWG10) and pass it through the suitably sized cable gland.
Control Power Box

Connect the mains power supply to the
input (L1 and L2) on the terminal block.
Conveyor Control System
Disconnect the terminal block Connect the mains power supply to the Refit the terminal block to the DIN
from the DIN bar by pressing it terminals (L1 and L2) of the terminal bar as shown here. Position the
downwards and then rotating it block as shown in this figure. cable inside the enclosure and close
upwards. the door.
Install a magnetothermic switch upstream: 250 VAC, max 16 A (on CE applications)

or class CC fuses, max 15 A (on UL applications).
Insert a differential current switch upstream with intervention current ≥ 300 mA
Install a Surge Protective Device (SPD) upstream, with nominal voltage according to the System rating data.
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Small-size power supply card

Connect the 24V power supply as indicated on picture,
to pins 2 and 3 of the J8 terminal.
3.5.6.1 Connection to earth

Connect an earthing wire to the PE terminal. The wire size must conform to current safety standards.
Wire cross-section: AWG14 or 2.5 mm2, maximum 6 mm2 (AWG8).
The earth resistance must be lower than that required under the current rules of the country of
installation and, in any case, below 5 ohm.
Control Power Box Conveyor Control System
3.5.6.2 Power Switch

On the Conveyor Control System model, the On/Off switch is located on the power supply unit
cover; in the case of the Control Power Box, an external switch must be fitted.
If necessary, the Conveyor Control System switch can be locked in the OFF
position with a padlock.
When the switch is in the OFF position, depress the central part of the switch
and insert the padlock in the slot created. In this way the switch cannot turn
to the ON position until the padlock has been removed.
INSTALLATION 3
3.6 Electrical diagrams
Before consulting the electrical diagrams, check the applicable wire diagram numbers indicated by the FAT (Factory
Acceptance Test).
3.6.1 Functional diagrams

MAINS: 100-240Vac, 50/60Hz, 1ph
MAIN OVERCURRENT PROTECTION TO BE PROVIDED ON PROTECTION DE LIGNE A MAXIMUM DE COURANT A

SITE INSTALLER SUR LE SITE
- MAX 15 A CC CLASS FUSE FOR UL508A APPLICATIONS - FUSIBLE CLASS CC 15A MAX POUR APPLICATION UL508A
- MAX 16 A FUSE FOR CE APPLICATIONS - FUSIBLE 16A MAX POUR APPLICATION CE
MAIN DISCONNECT SWITCH TO BE PROVIDED ON THE FIELD SECTIONNEUR DE LIGNE A INSTALLER SUR LE SITE
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MAINS: 200-240Vac – 50/60Hz (100-120Vac for 115V version)
MAIN OVERCURRENT PROTECTION TO BE PROVIDED ON PROTECTION DE LIGNE A MAXIMUM DE COURANT A

SITE INSTALLER SUR LE SITE
- MAX 15 A CC CLASS FUSE FOR UL508A APPLICATIONS - FUSIBLE CLASS CC 15A MAX POUR APPLICATION UL508A
- MAX 16 A FUSE FOR CE APPLICATIONS - FUSIBLE 16A MAX POUR APPLICATION CE
INSTALLATION 3
3.6.2 Power Supply units
THS/xx21E
E3168A
Only on equipped with RCU card
PROTECTION DE LIGNE A MAXIMUM DE COURANT A

MAIN OVERCURRENT PROTECTION TO BE PROVIDED ON
INSTALLER SUR LE SITE
SITE
- FUSIBLE CLASS CC 15A MAX
- MAX 15 A CC CLASS FUSE FOR UL508A APPLICATIONS
POUR APPLICATION UL508A
- MAX 16 A FUSE FOR CE APPLICATIONS
- FUSIBLE 16A MAX POUR APPLICATION CE
MAIN DISCONNECT SWITCH TO BE PROVIDED ON SITE
SECTIONNEUR DE LIGNE A INSTALLER SUR LE SITE
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THS/xx21
E3167A
Only on equipped with RCU card
PROTECTION DE LIGNE A MAXIMUM DE COURANT A

MAIN OVERCURRENT PROTECTION TO BE PROVIDED ON
SITE
- MAX 15 A CC CLASS FUSE FOR UL508A APPLICATIONS
- MAX 16 A FUSE FOR CE APPLICATIONS
- FUSIBLE 16A MAX POUR APPLICATION CE
MAIN DISCONNECT SWITCH TO BE PROVIDED ON SITE
SECTIONNEUR DE LIGNE A INSTALLER SUR LE SITE
INSTALLATION 3
3.6.2.2 Small Size Power Supply
card
E2888
AC/DC 24V recommended module (not provided)
Wrap the output wires of the AC/DC module on the ferrite supplied with the board.
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3.6.2.3 Field Generator for THS/MN21

E2559A
Trimmers on AM3 and AM2 are preset to obtain an output voltage of 21.8V on each
module.
INSTALLATION 3
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3.6.2.4 Conveyor Control System – ALM card

230 V version – E3287
MAIN OVERCURRENT PROTECTION TO
BE PROVIDED ON SITE
- MAX 15 A CC CLASS FUSE FOR
UL508A APPLICATIONS
- MAX 16 A FUSE FOR CE
APPLICATIONS
PROTECTION DE LIGNE A MAXIMUM DE
COURANT A INSTALLER SUR LE SITE
- FUSIBLE CLASS CC 15A MAX POUR
APPLICATION UL508A
- FUSIBLE 16A MAX POUR
APPLICATION CE
INSTALLATION 3
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115 V version – E3176
MAIN OVERCURRENT
PROTECTION TO BE PROVIDED
ON SITE
- MAX 15 A CC CLASS FUSE
FOR UL508A APPLICATIONS
PROTECTION DE LIGNE A
MAXIMUM DE COURANT A
INSTALLATION 3
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3.6.3 SCD card

3.6.3.1 THS/xx21E
INSTALLATION 3
3.6.3.2 THS/xx21E-3F
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3.6.3.3 THS/xx21

INSTALLATION 3
3.6.3.4 THS/xxMS21

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3.6.3.5 THS/MN21
3.6.3.6 Input for speed control through a 0-10V analogic signal
1 2 3 4 5 6
11 12 13 14 15 16
ANALOG COMMON
ANALOG INPUT

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3.6.4 IXC card (available on request)
The IXC card gives the
Detector:
- A network interface, either
Ethernet or WiFi, with the
following characteristics:
- Ethernet port speed:
100 Mbps max
- IP protocol:
Static/DHCP
- WiFi mode:
Infrastructure (range of
about 10-15 m in open
area)
- WiFi security:
Open/WPA2
- A USB interface, to save
or load (from/to an
external USB memory
device, FAT32 formatted,
connected to the USB
port) all data relative to the
products, the Metal
Detector configuration and
occurred events.
- An internal memory where
the occurred events are
saved (up to 100,000
events).
AM31: External USB (optional)
RS232 USB1 WiFi Dongle ETH1 or ETH2

reserved do not remove Ethernet connection
Perform the connection to the network through one of the Ethernet ports available. The free port can be used
for the direct connection to a PC or for the cascade connection with another System: in this latter case,
however, the network connection will not be anymore available in case of shutdown of the System where it is
connected.
The WiFi Dongle USB adapter is reserved for the system's wireless interface. Its removal determines the
interruption of the functions associated with it.

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3.6.5 Integrated Systems

For CUSTOM Integrated Systems, refers to the Electric Diagram supplied with the Manual.
3.6.5.1 THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-FBV, THS-FBBV without SCN board
AM11 Synchronization photocell

AM12 Encoder sick EM1 Ejector deactivation
Emergency buttons Y2
EM2 (not used with air blow)
Ejection confirmation
AM13 photocell (mounted on CCS Conveyor Control System MC Motor connections box
rejected product bin) Y1 Ejector activation Optional

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AM13 Ejection Confirmation Roller ground connection

RG
AM19 photocells (THS-FBB only)
AM25 Signalling lamp R Roller

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3.6.5.2 THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-FBV, THS-FBBV with SCN board
CCS Conveyor Control System Motor connections Guard Emergency

MC SM16
EM1 Emergency button box Sensor
AM25 Flashing lamp Roller ground connection Optional
RG
AM11 Synchronization photocell (only THS-FBB)
AM12 Encoder sick R Roller

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SCN SCN card Connections box AM15 Pressure switch Bin lock connected to the
SM19
Ejection Confirmation AM16 Ejection check Emergency circuit
AM13
photocell Y1 Ejector activation SM19 Double bin lock for two reject
AM13 Ejection Confirmation Ejector deactivation bins, connected to the
Y2 SM20 Emergency circuit
AM19 photocells (not used with air blow)
AM14 Bin Full photocell SM17 Bin lock EM2 Emergency Button
AM14 SM17 Double bin lock for two reject Optional
Bin Full photocells
AM20 SM18 bins

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3.6.5.3 THS-MBR
CCS Conveyor Control System AM25 Flashing lamp MC Motor connections box
EM1 Emergency buttons AM11 Synchronization photocell

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SCN SCN Connections box Bin lock connected to the Y1 Ejector activation
SM19
AM11 Ejection Confirmation sensor Emergency circuit Y2 Ejector deactivation
AM14 Bin Full photocell Bin absent/open sensor EM2 Emergency Button
AM15 Pressure switch SM23 connected to the Emergency Optional
AM29 Ejection check sensor circuit

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3.7 Description of electrical connections

3.7.1 00211ALM card
Range/Max.
Connector Pin Label IN/OUT Type Function
value
1 C Common
2 NC Output N.C. contact Auxiliary relay
3 NO N.O. contact
4 C common
1
J01 5 NC Output N.C. contact 30 V AC/DC 2.5A Test request
6 NO N.O. contact
7 C common
8 NC Output N.C. contact Upstream conveyor relay
9 NO N.O. contact
1 C common
2 NC Output N.C. contact Ready relay
3 NO N.O. contact
4 C common
5 NC Output N.C. contact 30 V AC/DC 2.5A Ejection relay
J02
6 NO N.O. contact
7 C common
8 NC Output N.C. contact Alarm relay
9 NO N.O. contact
10 GND - ground -
1 24 Vac 24 Vac
2 +24 Vdc/ac Input +24 Vdc/ac 24 V power supply input from AC/DC converter
J03 3 0 Vdc 0 Vdc
4 - - - -
Reserved
5 - - - -
Only used with the inverter module
J04
on Conveyor Control System
J05 Reserved
J06 Reserved
1 - - - -
2 - - - - Reserved
3 - - - -
4
]
J071 Emergency reset input
5 Keep jumpered on Control Power Box
6 - - - -
Reserved
7 - - - -
J08 Reserved
1 Connector present only on card, full version

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Range/Max.
value
1 BU -16V
2 RD +16V
3 BN +5.6V
Reserved
4 GN GND
J09 Reserved for the Detection Probe connection
5 WH Data
6 -
7 BK Data
8 -
1 +24V 100 mA max
2 RXD RS-232 serial connection
The 24 V on pin 1 is present only if the minidip VRS232
J10 3 - TXD
of switcher SW1 is set to ON. By default it is set to
5 0V OFF.
6 DTR
1 GND GND
2 GND GND Barcode reader connection
- If the Barcode reader connected needs a current higher
J111 3 RXD Data
than 150 mA, an external power supply must be used
4 TXD Data leaving pin 5 disconnected.
5 +24V BC Reader +24V 150 mA max
1 GND GND
2 TXD Data
J12 - Auxiliary serial port communication
3 RXD Data
4 +V +24V 150 mA max
1 GND GND
2 GND GND
Reserved
3 TXD Data
J13 Reserved for RCU connection
4 RXD Data
5 +5V +5V
6 +V 24V
1 GND GND
2 0V 0V
3 0V 0V
4 Vout 2 Output 24V
5 Vout 2 Output 24V
J14 6 Vdd
7 - Reserved
8 -
9 0V 0V
10 Ejector NO 2,3 Output 0 ÷ Vout
Ejection system connection
11 Ejector NC 2,3 Output 0 ÷ Vout
2 The output can provide an overall maximum current of 150 mA. In case of an emergency, the output is set to 0 V.
3 Ejector driving: Ejector NO: NO solenoid valve driving; Ejector NC: NC solenoid valve driving.

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Range/Max.
value
1 0V 0V
Right align.
2 Input
photocell Reserved
Right align.
3 Output 0-24V
valve
4 0V 0V
5
6 0V 0V
Left align.
7 Input
photocell Reserved
J15 Left align.
8 Output 0-24V
valve
9 0V 0V
10
11 0V 0V
12
13
14
15 0V 0V
Connection of Bin electric lock
16 Bin unlock Output 24V 2
1 0V 0V
2 Ej. check Input Connection of ejection system check sensor
3 +Vin 24V 2
4 0V 0V
5 EJ.POS. CHK Input Connection of ejector position check sensor
6 +Vin 24V 2
7 0V 0V
Connection of a button (NA) to activate Test
8 IN AUX1 Input
request
9 +Vin 24V 2
J161
10 0V 0V
11 Bin absent Input Connection of bin absent sensor
12 +Vin 24V 2
13 0V 0V
Connection of Metal Detector inhibition signal or to
14 Inhibition Input
force the ejection cycle
15 +Vin 24V 2
16 0V 0V
Connection for Following Conveyor enabling signal
17 Foll.Conv. Input
by means of a clean contact
18 +Vin 24V 2
2 The output can provide an overall maximum current of 150 mA. In case of an emergency, the output is set to 0 V.

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Range/Max.
value
1 GND
2 0V 0V
3 BIN FULL Input Connection of bin full level sensor
4 +Vin 24V 2
5 0V 0V Connection of an encoder
6 Encoder Input Maximum pulse frequency: 3 kHz
7 +Vin 24V 2 Type: push-pull 24 V
8 0V 0V
9 Low pressure Input Connection of a low pressure sensor
J17 10 +Vin 24V 2
11 0V 0V
12 Reset Input Connection of a reset pushbutton (NO)
13 +Vin 24V 2
14 0V 0V
15 Photocell Input Connection of the synchronization photocell
16 +Vin 24V 2
17 0V 0V
18 EJ.CONFIRM Input Connection of ejection confirmation sensor
19 +Vin 24V 2
1 GND GND
2 0V 0V
3 RED LAMP Output Fault signal 0/24V
4 YELLOW L. Output Alarm signal 0/24V Connection of the beacon and horn
J181 Test req.

5 BLUE LAMP Output 0/24V
signal
6 HORN Output Sound signal 0/24V
Reset Backlighting of external button connected to the
7 SPARE LAMP Output 0/24V
backlight RESET input, activated by the Reset request
8 WHITE L. Output Main signal 24V
1 GND GND
2 0V 0V
3 EXT EM BUTTON EXT EM External emergency button (NC single contact)
4 EXT EM BUTTON BUTTON If not used, keep jumpered
5 EM STOP 1A External emergency button connections (NC double
EM STOP 1
6 EM STOP 1B contact) 1 of 2. If not used, keep jumpered
J191 7 Reserved for connection to relay K1.
K1 NC -
8 With Control Power Box, keep jumpered.
9 EM STOP 2A External emergency button connections (NC double
EM STOP 2
10 EM STOP 2B contact) 2 of 2. If not used, keep jumpered
11 -
12 - Reserved for the connection with the contactor K1
13 -
2 The +Vin power supply can provide an overall maximum current of 150mA.

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3.7.2 Settings of SW1 minidip

Connector Label Default value Description
M1/FR OFF Reserved
M2 OFF Reserved
OFF: ejection activated (through EJECT NO/EJECT NC) in
SW1 case of Metal Detector power off.
M3 OFF ON: ejection NOT activated in case of power off.
The minidip ha no effect.
M4 OFF +24V enabled on pin1 J10
3.7.3 00211AL_ card

Range/Max.
value
1 C common
2 NC Output N.C. contact Ready relay
3 NO N.O. contact
J1 30 V AC/DC 2.5A
4 C common
5 NC Output N.C. contact Ejector relay
6 NO N.O. contact
1 GND GND
2 GND GND
Reserved
3 TXD Data
J2 Reserved for RCU connection
4 RXD Data
5 +5V +5 V
6 +V +24 V
1 +24 V 100 mA max
2 RXD RS-232 serial connection
The 24 V on pin 1 is present only if the minidip VRS232
J3 3 - TXD
of switcher SW1 is set to ON. By default it is set to
5 0V OFF.
6 DTR
1 GND GND
2 TXD Data
J4 - Auxiliary serial port communication
3 RXD Data
4 +V +24 V 150 mA max
1 GND
2 +Vin 24V
3 EJ.CONFIRM Input Connection of ejection confirmation sensor
4 0V 0V
5 +Vin 1 24V
6 Photocell Input Connection of the synchronization photocell
J5 7 0V 0V
8 +Vin 1 24V
9 Reset Input Connection of a reset push-button
10 0V 0V
11 +Vin 1 24V
12 ENCODER Input Connection of an encoder
13 0V 0V
J6 Reserved

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Range/Max.
value
J7 Reserved
1 24 Vac 24 Vac 20 – 30 V
2 +24 Vdc/ac Input +24 Vdc/ac 24 V power supply input from AC/DC converter
J8 3 0 Vdc 0 Vdc
4 - - - -
Reserved
5 - - - -
1 BU -16V
2 RD +16V
3 BN +5,6V
Reserved
4 GN GND
J9 Reserved for the Detection Probe connection
5 WH Data
6 -
7 BK Data
8 -
3.7.4 Connection of push-buttons or sensors

Connect each device to the power supply card input corresponding to the function it has to perform.
The power supply voltage of the Vin inputs is protected by an auto-resetting fuse which can be activated if the device is
connected wrongly.
The input devices may be simple contacts (relays or buttons) or sensors with a transistor output (with
saturation voltage less than 1 V, of the push-pull type, PNP or NPN, with 24 V output).
The input logic (positive or negative, depending on whether they are active at the high level +Vin or
the low level 0 V, respectively) can be selected in programming ( Input logic parameter, see the
Programming Manual) and is valid for all the inputs.
The outputs of all the sensors and the connection mode of the contacts must be in the selected logic.
LO = N: contact LO = P: contact LO = N: transistor LO = P: transistor

BN: brown – BU: blue:
For the inputs reserved for sensors, however, the operating mode can be set subsequently based on the type of control
performed by the connected sensor.
For sensors that share the same operating mode (see 3.9.3), connect the same type of output.

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3.7.4.1 Sensor positioning

Sensor configuration and positioning depend on the application.
This section provides some examples which are intended as a guide only.
Example of a system with piston or air blow ejector
Example of a system with a deviator
N: Conveyor belt; S: Detection Probe; CW: Checkweigher;

E: Ejection system; B: Reject bin;
# Input Description Notes

Check for compressed
AP LOW PRESSURE Indicates the low pressure status in the ejector pneumatic circuit.
air pressure
With piston or air blow ejector, sensor positioned at the reject bin entry to
Check for ejection confirm the correct ejection of a contaminated product.
CE EJ. CONFIRMATION
confirmation With retracting belt, deviator or valve ejector, limit switch sensor for
confirmation of correct activation of the ejector.
Check for complete Sensor used to verify that during the ejection cycle any other prodyuct is
ECK EJECTION CHECK
ejection of product passing over the ejection area.
With retracting belt or valve ejector, sensor used to confirm that the ejector is
Check for the correct correctly back to the starting position, after an ejection. Used together with
EPC EJ. POSITION CHECK
ejector position EJ.CONFIRMATION sensor (CE) also to constantly check the ejector
position.
ENC ENCODER Encoder Incremental encoder for transport speed reading.
Check for bin Sensor used to check the reject bin presence, in applications where its
LA BIN ABSENT
presence absence can cause problems to the production or to the operators safety.
Indicates to the operator the need to empty the reject bin so as to avoid, that
LF BIN FULL Check for bin full
contaminated products could not be correctly ejected.
Synchronization
PH PHOTOCELL Usable for the ejection timing and for the products count.
photocell

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3.7.5 Connection of an ejection system
If after an alarm it is necessary to activate an ejection system, this should be connected according
to its type and to the power supply box model.
- EJECT RELAY (J02 on ALM card, J1 on AL_ card) usable as ejection signalization through a
clean contact;
- EJECTOR NO (J14 on ALM card, not present on AL_ card) usable with single solenoid ejectors
or double solenoid ejectors (24 Vdc / 150 mA max), in combination with EJECTOR NC;
- EJECTOR NC (J14 on ALM card, not present on AL_ card) usable with double solenoid
ejectors (24 Vdc / 150 mA max) in combination with EJECTOR NO.
Refers to the Electrical Diagram and to the complete outputs description.
The EJECTOR NO output is activated (and EJECTOR NC deactivated) together with EJECT Relay
3.7.6 Synchronization photocell

The Synchronization photocell is needed in cases where ejection high accuracy is required for
product in packs and correctly aligned on the conveyor belt.
Install the photocell as close as possible to the Detection Probe at the entrance or the exit in the
direction of transit depending on the ejection mode used.
The photocell must be connected to the PHOTOCELL input.
The photocell must be positioned at a height where the beam is always interrupted by the objects transiting on the
conveyor belt.
PD PD
S
S
F F
N N
N: conveyor belt; S: Detection Probe; F: photocell; PD: distance photocell-probe
3.7.7 Ejection check photocell

The Ejection Check photocell is needed in cases where it is required to check that, during an ejection,
no product in packs is transiting over the ejection area.
The photocell must be connected to the EJECTION CHECK input.
The photocell shall be installed after the ejector and in a position that grant the correct activation by the objects passing
on the conveyor belt, and at the same height (respect to the transit surface) of the synchronization photocell.
N: conveyor belt; S: electronics unit; F: photocell; ECPD: distance photocell-Probe;

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3.7.8 Connection to other in-line devices or machines

The power supply card relays can be connected to external devices, according to the operation
required in the production line.
For systems installed in the line, the READY RELAY should be connected in order to guarantee the appropriate actions on
the production line, in case of a fault with the Metal Detector. The READY RELAY stays active with the metal Detector
operative and it is immediately deactivated in case of Diagnosis status and/or Metal Detector shut down.
Closed contact
Relay Activation condition Notes
(activated relay)
Metal Detector ON and
READY RELAY C-NO
without diagnosis
ALARM RELAY Metal alarm Programmable (AT parameter) C-NO
Activation according to the
ejection cycle parameters; The
EJECT RELAY Ejection C-NO
opposite logic can also be
selected (ERL parameter)
Test request or Test in
TEST REQUEST RELAY Programmable (TRM parameter) C-NO
progress
Specific status of the Metal
AUX RELAY Programmable (ARM parameter) C-NO
Detector
Activable (PC parameter, only
PREC CONV RELAY Belt in movement with Conveyor Control System or C-NO
encoder)

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3.8 Communication connections
3.8.1 RS232 Serial port connections
The RS232 serial port is used by the CEIA MD Scope program, available on request. A standard
serial communication program (like Windows Hyperterminal) can also be used.
Read the Programming Manual for further information.
3.8.2 Bluetooth communication

The programming can be also performed through a Bluetooth connection, using a standard
communication software, (such as Windows HyperTerminal) or through the CEIA MDScope
program, available on request.
Read the Programming Manual for further information.
3.8.3 Ethernet / WiFi connections (on request, with IXC card)

Read the Programming
Manual for further
information.

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3.9 Configuration
CEIA integrated systems are already configured (see Factory Acceptance Test enclosed with the
manual).
On non-integrated systems, the programming parameters must be set to match the type of
installation.
For instructions on entering the programming phase, refer to paragraph 4.5.
In the following section, access to Programming as Administrator is required.

User: ADMINI – Password: 000000
To keep things simple, the parameters will be referred to using the short name valid for remote programming.
3.9.1 System start-up

If the equipment is being switched on for the first time, some checks must be carried out and the
value of some operating parameters must be set. These operations, which are listed on the first page
of the Installation section, are described below in this section.
Verify that the power supply door is properly closed before starting the System.
When it is first powered up, the Metal Detector configuration includes 6 factory-set passwords (shown on the test card at
the end of the manual). It is extremely important that the person in charge of the detector modifies the passwords,
in order to avoid unauthorized access to programming.
3.9.2 Preliminary settings

- Enter the Configuration menu and set the correct values for the following parameters:
Language, Date and Time.
Check the correct settings for date and time in order to grant a correct traceability of all events recorded on the Metal
Detector memory. The DST setting, where it is applied, shall be performed manually.
- In the case of adjacent Metal Detectors, if necessary, set a transmission channel different from
the other Metal Detector, using the TX channel parameter.

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3.9.3 Checking the input and output connections
1. Enter the Configuration-adv menu and select, according to the devices connected, the input
logic, setting the Input logic parameter to P or N.
2. Enter the Configuration-adv > I/O Status > Inputs menu and simulate the operating
condition for activation of each connected input line, verifying that the corresponding status
changes correctly from L to H.
3. For the input lines reserved for sensors, the Selection Operative
Input
activation operating mode must be set correctly parameter mode1
in accordance with the input status. For example, PHOTOCELL
for the PHOTOCELL input connected to a single IP NO/NC
EJECTION CHECK
output photocell NO, with reflector, set
Configuration-adv > PHOTOCELL input = NC EJECT. CONFIRMATION IE NO/NC
2
to activate the input line with pack in transit in EJ.POS.CHECK 𝐼𝐸 NA/NC
front of the photocell. LOW PRESSURE IAP NO/NC
BIN FULL IL NO/NC
BIN ABSENT IA NO/NC
FOLLOWING CONVEYOR IW NO/NC
AUX IN - NO
RESET - NO
INHIBITION - NO
1 with input activated ENCODER - -
2 logic opposite to that set with IE IN_AUX - NO
4. Enter the Configuration-adv > I/O Status > Outputs menu and check also that each
connected output has been activated, changing the status of the corresponding line from L to
H , pressing the key E to select the line and the arrow keys to change its status; press E again
and the line is reset as not activated.
3.9.4 Motor (only with Conveyor Control System)

In Conveyor Control Systems, the inverter is programmed in the factory to operate correctly with the THS system.
In CEIA Integrated Systems, the correct motor transmission ratio is also defined.
Programme the inverter only from the Metal Detector control panel.
1. Enter the Configuration-adv menu and set the parameter K transmis. = 1.000 and the
parameter Speed = 50 (m/min);
2. Enter the programming mode. In the motor configuration parameters (Configuration (adv) >
Motor config.) enter the rating plate values of the motor connected up (voltage, current,
nominal frequency). For all the parameters relating to the inverter, refer to the Programming
Manual.
Check that the transit direction is correct before installing the belt. If the motor rotates in the wrong
direction, invert two of the three phase wires.
3. Start the conveyor belt, checking that it starts correctly, and perform a tachymetric
measurement of the current speed of the conveyor belt (Vn).
4. Set the parameter K transmis. = Vn / 50.

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3.9.5 Transit speed

The individual BS for each type of product is stored to memory and can be successively modified during the final
verifications with the product, performed in operative conditions.
3.9.5.1 Application with Control Power Box

These transit speed parameters set the speed of the product as it passes through the Detection
Probe. These values are used to define the ejection cycle.
Remote
Programming menu Description Allowed values
parameter
Gear motor transmission
Configuration(adv) > K transmiss KT constant
0
Configuration(adv) > Min speed BL Minimum transit speed 1 ÷ BM m/min

Configuration(adv) > Speed BS* Nominal transit speed BL - BM m/min
Configuration(adv) > Max. speed BM Maximum transit speed BL - 250 m/min
* Where an encoder is present (KE>0) this parameter is not available.
On systems with conveyor belt, it is recommended to use an encoder for the correct synchronization
of the ejector with the movement of the belt.
On free-falling applications, check that BS is set to a value equal or not lower than the expected
product transit speed at the Probe entrance, in order to guarantee an optimal detection and ejection
response from the System.
On applications with discontinuous transport (i.e. pumping of the product in a duct), set BS the
speed with active transport and consider the Metal Detector synchronization with the product
transport device (see Timings and Following Conveyor enabling).
Set BL and BM values as close as possible to BS, according to the specified settings, as this can increase the Metal
Detector immunity to interference.
3.9.5.2 Application with Conveyor Control System

These transit speed parameters set the speed of the conveyor belt. These values are used to
regulate conveyor movements and to define the ejection cycle.
Remote
Programming menu Description Allowed values
parameter
Gear motor transmission See procedure for the
Configuration(adv) > K transmiss KT constant motor connection
Configuration(adv) > Min speed BL Minimum transport speed 10 x KT - BM m/min
Configuration(adv) > Speed BS* Transport speed BL - BM m/min
Configuration(adv) > Max. speed BM Maximum transport speed BL - MI x KT m/min
Configuration(adv) > Max inv.freq. MI Maximum inverter frequency 60 - 100 Hz
* Where an encoder is present (KE>0) this parameter is not available.
By modifying the value of KT, the parameters BL and BM are automatically set to nominal values, respectively 30 x KT
and 60 x KT. BL and BM can also be modified manually. The value set on BS can be successively modified also through
the proper keys on Conveyor Control System panel.
In presence of an encoder, the parameter BS is always available, but the ejection cycle is determined according to the
speed measured by the encoder itself (see Timings).
Set BL and BM values as close as possible to BS, according to the specified settings, as this can increase the Metal
Detector immunity to interference.

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3.9.6 Encoder
Variable speed conveyor belts must be fitted with an encoder. In this case the delay in activating the
ejection step is calculated dynamically as a function of the speed measured. It is also possible to
control the speed of the conveyor belt continuously so that it is always between BL and BM.
Remote
Programming menu Description Setting
parameter
Pulses per encoder revolution 1 - 1000
Configuration(adv) > K encoder KE (PPR) pulses/rotation
Configuration(adv) > Diameter DI Diameter 10 - 250 mm
The diameter DI (mm) refers to the diameter of the encoder wheel or to the diameter of the drive
roller to which it is fixed, increased by twice the thickness of the belt.
Given the maximum speed of the line (vmax in m/min), the encoder must be set for a number of pulses
per rotation (PPR) as defined by this formula:
  DI 180
PPRmax 
vmax
Start the transport, enter the I/O Status > Measures menu and verify, using a tachymeter, that the
speed measured (Speed) corresponds to the current one.
Use an Encoder with the maximum available value of PPR, however lower than PPRmax value.
If an Encoder is not used, leave KE=0.
3.9.7 Synchronization photocell

The Synchronization photocell must be programmed as described below:
Remote
parameter
Position of the photocell relative
Configuration(adv) > Position pcell PH to the Probe
IN / OUT
Distance between the Metal

Configuration(adv) > Dist. Pcell-MD PD Detector and the photocell
0 - 2000 mm
In the ejection mode FS (see its description on paragraph Configuration > Ejection mode), the parameter PH is not
available and the synchronization photocell shall be installed only at the exit from the Probe.
PD PD
S
S
F F
N N
N: conveyor belt; S: electronics unit; F: photocell; PD: distance photocell- electronics unit

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3.9.8 Ejection check photocell

The Ejection Check photocell is needed in cases where it is required to check that, during an ejection,
no product in packs is transiting over the ejection area.
The photocell shall be installed after the ejector and in a position that grant the correct activation by the objects passing
on the conveyor belt, and at the same height (respect to the transit surface) of the synchronization photocell.
Remote
parameter
Distance between the Metal
Configuration(adv) > Check phot.dist ECPD Detector and the Ejection Check 0 - 6000 mm
photocell
N: conveyor belt; S: electronics unit; F: photocell; ECPD: distance photocell-Probe;
3.9.9 Ejection mode

The ejection settings enable, after an alarm due to metallic contamination, the manual or automatic
removal of contaminated product.
Select the ejection mode most suited to the application and programme the parameters involved, to
be then verified during the detection verifications with the Test Samples (Programming Manual,
paragraph Programming the Metal Detector according to the kind of product).
On CEIA Integrated Systems, the ejection mode is preconfigured according to the model and its
programming can be adjusted according to the current application.
Enter the Programming phase, on menu Ejection select the parameter Ejection mode and set it
according to the current application. See the following descriptions:

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3.9.9.1 Ejection with manual reset (EM=B)
EM Typical product Throughput Ejector Type Ejection Notes
Large/heavy product
Contaminated product
B Bulk material Low throughput Transport stop to be removed -
manually
Free-falling product
Operation with ejection activation (i.e. halting of the transport system) until the manual elimination of
the contaminated material and manual reset by the operator.
On CEIA Integrated Systems this mode determines the stop of the conveyor belt.
Remote
parameter
Halting of the transport system and manual
Ejection > Ejection mode EM elimination of the contaminated material
B
Distance of the contaminated pack stop area

Ejection > Ej. distance ED from the centre of the Probe
0 - 6000 mm
Generic example
S: Metal Detector Probe

N: Conveyor belt
C: Contaminated pack
DW: Detector width

ED: Ejector distance
After an alarm, the Metal Detector does not check if there are any other metallic fragments in the material immediately
following. This means that you must remove all the material between the Probe entrance and the removal area.
To minimize waste of material it is advisable to select a low setting for the ED parameter.
In free-falling applications, or whenever the immediate activation of the ejection after an alarm is required, set ED=0.
After an alarm, if the conveyor belt is stopped, pressing STOP or one of the transport system emergency buttons
before the contaminated material has reached the predefined stop position means the Metal Detector will remain in
alarm status and cannot be reset until the belt is restarted, allowing the contaminated pack to reach the predefined stop
position.

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3.9.9.2 Photocell synchronized ejection, with manual reset (EM=SB)

Large/heavy product Contaminated product
Synchronization
SB Packed product
Low throughput Transport stop to be removed
photocell required
manually
Operation with ejection activation synchronized by photocell (i.e. halting of the transport system),
manual elimination of the contaminated material and manual reset by the operator.
On CEIA Integrated Systems this mode determines the stop of the conveyor belt.
Remote
parameter
Halting of the transport system and manual
Ejection > ejection mode EM elimination of the contaminated material
SB
Distance of the contaminated pack stop area

Ejection > Ej. distance ED from the synchronization photocell
0 - 6000 mm
Photocell at the entrance (PH=IN)
Generic example

N: Conveyor belt
F: Synchronization photocell
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
ED: Ejection distance
PD: Photocell distance
Photocell at the exit (PH=OUT)
Generic example

N: Conveyor belt
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
After an alarm, the Metal Detector does not check if there are any other metallic fragments in the material immediately
following. This means that you must remove all the material between the Probe entrance and the removal area.
To minimize waste of material it is advisable to select a low setting for the ED parameter.
After an alarm, if the conveyor belt is stopped, pressing STOP or one of the transport system emergency buttons before
the contaminated material has reached the predefined stop position means the Metal Detector will remain in alarm status
and cannot be reset until the belt is restarted, allowing the contaminated pack to reach the predefined stop position.

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3.9.9.3 Reversing belt (EM=R)
Light/small packed product Low/medium Contaminated product Available only with
R Bulk material throughput
Reversing belt
automatically ejected
This mode cannot be used with the integrated systems: THS-MBB, THS-MBR or on all the other systems involving
inversion of the direction of travel.
Operation with automatic ejection of contaminated material, by reversing the belt direction.
Remote
parameter
Inversion of the direction of travel to divert the
Ejection > Ejection mode EM product into the removal area
R
Distance travelled in reverse, following an

Ejection > Ej. distance ED alarm. Set a distance needed for the removal of 0 - 6000 mm
the product from the conveyor belt.
Generic example

N: Conveyor belt
PL: Pack length

DW: Detector width

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3.9.9.4 Automatic ejection (EM=F)

Random packed product
Packed product Retracting belt, Drop
Medium Contaminated product
F aligned in multiple files
throughput
nose, Lift flap, Diverter
-
Bulk material arm
Free-falling product
Operation with ejector activation for the ejection of contaminated material.

In CEIA Integrated Systems fitted with an ejector, this mode determines the automatic ejection and
removal of the contaminated material in the reject bin.
Remote
parameter
Automatic removal of contaminated material
Ejection > Ejection mode EM with alarm synchronization
F
Distance of ejection area from the centre of the

Ejection > Ej. distance ED Probe
0 - 6000 mm
Ejection > Ejection time ET Ejection relay minimum activation time 0.01 - 120.00 s
Example with retractable

belt

N: Conveyor belt
C: Contaminated product
DW: Detector width

In free-falling applications, or whenever the immediate activation of the ejection after an alarm is required, set ED=0.
Set ET at the minimum value that grant the correct removal of the contaminated material.
In applications at high trasnport speed, where the ejection activation time is not negligible, it is possible to anticipate its
activation through the parameter ERT.
THS-RB systems
The ejection signal is sent to the checkweigher that will manage the ejection itself.
In this case set EM=F and ED=0.

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3.9.9.5 Automatic ejection with photocell synchronization (EM=S)
Packed product
Contaminated product Synchronization
S Product properly spaced High throughput Air jet, Pusher
automatically ejected photocell required
and aligned in a single line
Operation with ejection cycle activation, synchronized by photocell, for the automatic ejection of the
single contaminated pack.
removal of the contaminated material in the reject bin. For this systems it is recommended to set a
transit speed lower than 60 m/min.
Remote
parameter
Ejection > Ejection mode EM with contaminated pack synchronization
S
Distance of the ejector from the synchronization

Ejection > Ej. distance ED photocell
0 - 6000 mm
Ejection > Ejection time ET Ejection relay activation time 0.01 ÷ 120.00 s
Photocell at the entrance to the Probe

Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
E: Ejector
F1: Synchronization photocell
F2: Ejection check sensor
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
Dp: distance between packs
THS-RB systems
The ejection signal is sent directly to the ejector. In this case all conveyor sections must have the
same speed and their start must be synchronized. Parameters values can be set as indicated in
paragraphs describing other conveyor belt types.
Example with THS-RB

ED S: Metal Detector Probe
ECPD E: Ejector
PL PD S Dp
E
PL: Pack length
F1 C F2
DW: Detector width

DW

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Photocell at the exit from the Probe

Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
E: Ejector
F1: Synchronization
photocell
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
Use this ejection mode only if a Synchronization photocell is present; the product transit shall also be correctly aligned in
front of the photocell and the operational spacing between packs shall be compatible with the time needed for the
complete activation and deactivation of the used ejector.
Set ET at a value always higher than the ejector complete activation time, so as to grant the correct ejection of
contaminated packs, one after the other.
In applications at high trasnport speed, where the ejection activation time is not negligible, it is possible to anticipate its
activation through the parameter ERT.

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3.9.9.6 Automatic ejection for high-speed applications (EM=FS)
Packed product, light Synchronization
Very high Contaminated product
FS Single-line, poorly spaced throughput
Air jet
photocell required at
product the exit from the Probe
The use of this ejection mode is indicated with products close to each other and passing through at high speed, so as the
ejection mode S does not grant the correct ejection of consecutive packs.
Operation with ejection activation for the automatic set-aside of the material contained in an area
that include the contamination; the area is accurately rejected through the synchronization photocell.
removal of the contaminated material in the reject bin.
Remote
parameter
Ejection > Ejection mode EM with synchronization on the removing area
FS
Ejection > Ej. distance ED Distance of ejector from the centre of the Probe 0 - 6000 mm
Ejection > Pack length PLEN Nominal length of pack 20 - 250 mm
Ejection > Eject.sync.start ES Synchronizing zone for the start of ejection 0 - 250 mm
Ejection > Eject.sync.end EE Synchronizing zone for the end of ejection 0 - 250 mm
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
A: Air jet ejector
F1: Synchronization
photocell
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
ECPD: Photocell distance
In high speed applications, the ejection activation time is not negligible with respect to the ejection delay, so it is possible
to anticipate the activation and the deactivation through the parameters ERT and ERF respectively.

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E: Ejected pack;
C: Contaminated and ejected pack;
EE: Ejection end synchronization area;
ES: Ejection start synchronization area
R: Minimum removal area = DW + 2PL
Re: Actual removal area = R+x+y
Following an alarm, the ejector will be activated for the time of the alarm and to eject all products in
the R area (Minimum removal area = PL+DW+PL).
A control can be introduced, from the photocell, of two areas alongside the removal area, in order to
synchronize the start and end of the ejection with the packs in transit (ES and EE respectively).
In this way, if packs are standing across the end or the beginning of the Minimum removal area, the
ejector is adequately activated to remove a bigger area (Re), synchronized with those packs borders.

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3.9.10 Barcode reader
Where present, the reader must be mounted upstream of the Probe, in order to read a code stamped
on the pack; it must be connected to connector J11 on the ALM card. If the code is recognized, the
reader sends a command to the Metal Detector to select the relevant product type. The time required
by the THS/21 to process the barcode is usually insignificant, but becomes significant if the detection
mode, or band, is changed due to a modification in the type of product.
In this cases, a minimum distance between two packs with different codes, shall be granted.
Remote
parameter
Code provided by CEIA to enable 6-digit alphanumeric
Configuration(adv) > Barcode enable BE the barcode reader. string
Barcode reader * - Barcode reader settings -
* The menu is shown only when the barcode reader is enabled.
The serial port of the barcode reader must be set to: 9600,N,8,1.
The following code formats are supported:
- XXXXXX<CR>
- XXXXXX<CR><LF>
- <STX>XXXXXX<ETX>
Where XXXXXX is a string of 48 characters (max.)
Refers to the electrical connections description (par.3.7.1) for the requested electrical requirements
of the barcode reader.
3.9.10.1 With change of Detection Mode or Band between two products

For more information about the Detection Mode, see the DM Parameter section of the Programming
Manual.
For more information about the Band, see the BA Parameter section of the Programming Manual.
Dp Distance between the

Distance between the
S barcode reader and the
packs
BR THS/21 Probe
N
Dp  L + DDD mm Dsbr  DDD mm
Dsbr L
S: Probe/electronics unit of the Metal Detector; L: length of Probe; N: conveyor belt; BR: Barcode reader;
Dsbr:Distance THS/21 Probe-barcode reader; Dp: Distance between the packs of different products
DDD: Distance allowing the Metal Detector to change configuration after a Band/Detection mode change, before the
pack reaches the Probe. It dependes on pack speed, sensitivity settings and Probe dimensions and it must be
determined experimentally.
Installing the barcode reader closer than 3000 mm will result in product ejection during two detection
mode cycles. After the cycle time, the system will be operated normally.

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3.9.10.2 Without change of Detection Mode or Band between two products

Dp Distance between the
Distance between the
S barcode reader and the
packs
BR
THS/21 Probe
N
Dp  L + 300 mm Dsbr  300 mm
Dsbr L
S: Probe/electronics unit of the Metal Detector; L: length of Probe; N: conveyor belt; BR: Barcode reader;
Dsbr: Distance THS/21 Probe-barcode reader; Dp: Distance between the packs of different products
These distances are indicative and also depend on the speed of transit of the products involved.
3.10 Timing
This section describes the timings for the signals activated after an alarm occurred with product
transport activated.
For systems fitted with a Conveyor Control System or Control Power Box with encoder, the
timings are based on the actual speed of the conveying system.
For systems with a Control Power Box without encoder, the timings are based on the speed set
in the BS parameter and do not take into account any transit stoppages after an alarm or during
ejection. In applications with intermittent product conveying, we therefore recommend synchronizing
with the conveyor signal (for details see paragraph 3.10).
On the following timings the status of Inputs and Outputs, that together with the Alarm determine the ejection cycle, are
represented graphically. (high level: line activated; low level: line deactivated).
The activation of the Ejection relay (EJECT RELAY) entails the simultaneous activation of the EJECT NO output and
deactivation of the EJECT NC output, used for the direct driving of the ejector.

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3.10.1 EM = B
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
ED: Ejector distance
Conveyor Control System Waveform Description

Signal over the alarm threshold
Metal alarm
with transport activated
PREC CONV RELAY Conveyor belt movement
ALARM RELAY External alarm signalling
EJECT RELAY Ejection signal
RESET* Alarm reset
Start button Belt restart
YELLOW LAMP Alarm beacon operation
Control Power Box Waveform Description

Signal over the alarm threshold Metal alarm
RESET* Alarm reset

ED = Stop area distance;
BS = Transit speed set on BS parameter or, in presence of an encoder (KE>0), measured
*: It is possible to perform an Alarm reset also through the command buttons available (see Operator Manual)

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3.10.2 EM = SB
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width

Metal alarm
Pack in front of the photocell
PHOTOCELL
(at the entrance, in the example)
PREC CONV RELAY Conveyor belt movement
RESET* Alarm reset
Start button Restart

Control Power Box Waveform Description
PHOTOCELL
RESET* Alarm reset

ED = Removal zone distance; BS = Transit speed set on BS parameter or, in presence of an encoder (KE>0), measured
*: It is possible to perform an Alarm reset also through the command buttons available (see Operator Manual)

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3.10.3 EM = R
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width

-
Movement of the belt in the
Conveyor belt status
direction indicated by the arrows
ED = Distance to be moved backward; BS = Transit speed set on BS parameter or, in presence of an encoder (KE>0),
measured; TA = Minimum activation time of the alarm relay; a = time due to the belt deceleration, at the 1 second stop
and next acceleration.
If an Alarm is still present after the belt moved backward for a space ED, the belt will move another ED space backward.
3.10.4 EM = F
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
C: Contaminated product
DW: Detector width
Waveform Description
Metal alarm

ED = Ejection distance; BS = Transit speed set on BS parameter or, in presence of an encoder (KE>0), measured;
ET = Ejection relay activation time; AT = Minimum activation time of the alarm relay
t1 = Alarm time, generally corresponding to the transit of the metal mass through the Probe
ALARM RELAY and YELLOW LAMP can be programmed to stay activated, after an Alarm, until a manual reset
(parameter AT)

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3.10.5 EM = S
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
E: Ejector
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
ED
Example with THS-RB
PL PD S
ECPD
E
E: Ejector
F1 F2 F: Synchronization photocell
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
DW PD: Photocell distance
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
E: Ejector
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
Metal alarm
PHOTOCELL

ED = Ejection distance; BS = Transit speed set on BS parameter or, in presence of an encoder (KE>0), measured;
ET = Ejection relay activation time; AT = Minimum activation time of the alarm relay;
t1 = Alarm time, generally corresponding to the transit of the metal mass through the Probe.
For more accurate adjustment of the delay in activating the ejector, early activation can be adjusted based on the actual
response time of the ejector. See the parameter ERT.
In Conveyor Control Systems, or with encoder installed, the ejection cycle occurs only when the belt is moving.
(parameter AT)

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3.10.6 EM = FS
Generic example
N: Conveyor belt
A: Air jet ejector
PL: Pack length
DW: Detector width
ECPD: Photocell distance
Metal alarm
PHOTOCELL -

Ejection signal for the complete
EJECT RELAY
removal of the area R (or Re)
AT = Minimum activation time of the alarm relay;
t1 = Alarm time, generally corresponding to the transit of the metal mass through the Probe.
a = Calculated automatically to activate the ejector at the start of the removal area R or Re;
b = Calculated automatically for the complete removal of area R or Re (alarm time + time needed for the complete
removal).
The effective removal area Re is determined through the Sinchronization photocell, setting EE and ES to a value at least
equal to PL. This area is necessary to grant a correct ejection in case of product across the beginning and the end of the
removal area set (R). Setting EE=ES=0, the removal area will always be equal to R.
E: Ejected pack;
C: Contaminated and ejected pack;
EE: Ejection end synchronization area;
ES: Ejection start synchronization area
R: Minimum removal area = DW+2PL
Re: Actual removal area = R+x+y
For more accurate adjustment of the delay in activating and deactivating the ejector, early and delayed activation can be
adjusted based on the actual response time of the ejector. See the parameters ERT and ERF.
(parameter AT)

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3.11 Enabling from and to external machines

The operation of the Metal Detector can be synchronized with the machines upstream and
downstream on the production line.
3.11.1 Metal Detector inhibition

Input Description Remote param. Values
INHIBITION Metal Detector inhibition IN 0.00 – 30.00 [s]
By setting parameter IN to a numeric value greater than 0, use of the INHIBITION input, to inhibit the
detection of metals by the Metal Detector, is enabled.
When this input is activated, the Metal Detector remains inhibited. The Metal Detector will become
active again after IN seconds of the deactivation of the input, as shown in the diagram below.
INHIBITION Metal Detector inhibition
Metal Detector Metal Detector enabled
In systems with a Conveyor Control System, the parameter IN also indicates how long the Metal
Detector is inhibited each time the conveyor belt is started up.

Start Belt movement start button
Metal Detector Metal Detector enabled
3.11.2 Forcing of the ejection cycle

INHIBITION Forcing of the ejection cycle IN E
Setting IN = E it is possible to force the ejection cycle, according to the selected ejection mode,
indipendently from the presence or not of Alarms, through the activation of the INHIBITION input.

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3.11.3 Enabling from an in-line device (i.e. downstream belt)
For systems with a Conveyor Control System, activation of the FOLLOWING CONVEYOR input (by
a machine downstream) provides the consent signal to start the Metal Detector belt.
IW Logic (NO/NC)
FOLLOWING CONVEYOR Consent from machine FC Activation (ON/OFF)

Conveyor automatic restart ON
RE* Conveyor manual restart OFF
* Only available with Conveyor Control System

Start button Belt movement start
FOLLOWING CONVEYOR Consent from machine
Conveyor belt status Belt in movement or stopped

* With RE=OFF, to restart the conveyor belt, press the START button
In systems with a Control Power Box without encoder (KE=0), used with discontinuous product
transport, ejection can be synchronized with the product transit, by connecting a signal, by a relay,
to the FOLLOWING CONVEYOR input so that its status represents the movement or stopping of the
transport system.
Control Power Box without

encoder (i.e. EM=B)
FOLLOWING CONVEYOR Consent from machine
ALARM RELAY Alarm relay
EJECT RELAY Ejection relay
RESET Alarm reset
a + b = ED / BS
In the ejection modes with automatic ejection, the ejection activation time is also counted only when the FOLLOWING
CONVEYOR input is active.

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3.11.4 Enabling an in-line device (i.e. upstream belt)

For systems with a Conveyor Control System, activation of the PREC_CONV relay coincides with
the belt movement.

PREC_CONV RELAY Belt in movement PC Activation (ON/OFF)

Start Belt movement start button
Belt movement stop button or
Stop
fault/emergency condition
Conveyor belt Belt in movement
PREC_CONV RELAY -

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3.12 Checking the correct installation and configuration
# Step Action Reference
1 Preliminary Ensure that no tools or debris caused by installation, are over
inspection the belt or inside the Probe tunnel
Verify that the system installation is stable and that all the
Installation manual
controls are accessible to the operator
- Mechanical installation
Verify that the system is properly aligned with the transport
system and with the eventual collection system for the
discarded products
2 Checking Installation manual
Check that all guards have been installed correctly
guards - Maintenance
3 Switch on the Wait for the end of the startup until the main operative Installation manual
Metal Detector screenshot is correctly shown - Instructions for use
Press the UP (STATUS) key and check that date and time are
correctly set, so as to guarantee the correct traceability of
recorded events Programming manual
Check on display the absence of interferences due to a nearby - Configuration menu
Metal Detector and eventually select a different transmission
channel
4 Starting the Start other devices in-line with the Metal Detector to simulate
transport the operative conditions and, if possible, check the absence of
system electrical and/or mechanical noises that generates false alarms
to the Metal Detector. Installation manual
If present, start the conveyor belt integrated with the Metal Programming manual
Detector and check its correct working, alignment (with no - Configuration menu
rubbing against the tunnel on Detection Probe), speed and the - Configuration-adv menu
eventual coordination with the in-line devices.
If present, check the correct working of all the emergency
buttons connected to the System.
5 Verification of Set the detection parameters based on the product to be Programming manual
the operative inspected - Product menu
conditions and Check that the non-contaminated product passes through the - Configuration menu
of detection with Metal Detector without generating alarm, in accordance with - Autolearn menu
product the operating conditions. In case of false alarms, check again - Autolearn of product
the absence of electrical and/or mechanical. characteristics
Check that the product, passed through with each of the test
Programming manual
samples available, is ejected correctly according to the
- Test sample detection verification
methods provided.
6 Checking the Installation manual
The Metal Detector is fitted with a preprogrammed
self-diagnosis - Self-Diagnosis system
selfdiagnosis system in order to activate the ejection or to stop
system and the Programming manual
the transport, in case of internal diagnostic status or of the
connection in - Diagnosis managem.menu
sensors connected to it. Check that the Metal Detector
the line - Configuration-adv menu
guarantees also the proper actions on the other in-line devices
- Fail-safe test menu
7 Definition of the Access to Programming phase as Administrator and define the
Programming manual
enabled users users enabled to programming. It is suggested to modify the
- Administrator menu
predefined users access data
8 Quality control Programming manual
Provide periodic tests of the Metal Detector in accordance with
- Q.C.setup menu
the customer Quality procedures
- Test samples menu
Backup all recorded data, through the available interface Programming manual
dedicated to this purpose (RS232, Bluetooth, Ethernet/WiFi or - Print menu
USB) - Configuration adv. menu
At the end of the installation and checks, before commissioning the equipment, remove all keys used
to open the fixed guards, so that the normal operators do not have direct access to them.

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3.13 Settings for CFR21 Standards

3.13.1 General information
The U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, CFR Title 21, Volume 1 – Part 11 “Electronic Records;
Electronic Signatures” contains the requirements for the secure and reliable management of
electronic records, electronic signatures and for accessing and reading the stored data.
The requirements contained in the Regulation are grouped into two categories:
- Requirements applicable to the intrinsic operation and to the programming of the System
under test.
- Requirements that govern correct management and control actrivity by the Customer, so as
to guarantee complete compliance with the Regulation.
The respect of all requirements guarantees the complete compliance with the Regulation.
3.13.2 Metal Detector settings requirements

All Users working with the Metal Detector must access to programming with Username and
Password. Direct access, without a password (user 000000), must not be available.
It is up to the Administrator to:
- Activate the monitoring of any unauthorized attempts to access programming (FLR=ON).

- In the case of remote connections, check that the access will be treated as per local
programming (RM=NULL or AURM=NULL depending on the connection used).
- In presence of an IXC board, the access to the web server allows, in addition to data storage,
also other network board and System configuration functions. It is therefore recommended to
enable access to Users who, even in local programming, are enabled for similar functions.
- Enable the monitoring of the memory full event (FB=ON), to avoid to overwrite stored data not
yet printed or saved.
- All production data must be printed and/or saved and stored separately, on a regular basis
and managed according to CFR21 standards. This can be automatically performed using
CEIA THS Production software.
In Countries where DST is in effect, verify the correct setting to always ensure proper data
traceability. With CEIA THS Production software the time of all connected Metal Detectors is
automatically synchronized with the PC server where the software is installed.

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3.13.3 Digital Signature verification
The data file contains, in addition to data related to events recorded by the Metal Detector, also redundant codes that
make sure that every partial modification to the file will invalidate the digital signature.
3.13.3.1 Through the web site

A computer with internet connection is required.
Save the data file from the Metal Detector to a text file, through USB, Web Server or a serial
connection. Connect to the site www.ceia.it/cfr21validation and, from the web page, select the local
file to be analysed and send it for the validation (Send button); subsequently press the Check Digital
Signature button. If the file is valid, the message Valid Digital Signature is shown, otherwise, in
case of incomplete or partially altered data, the message Not valid Digital Signature is shown; in
this case the relevant data needs to be saved again.
3.13.3.2 Through CEIA THS Production

A computer with the CEIA THS Production software installed, connected to the Metal Detector, is required.
Save data on a Report created with the CEIA THS Production software. Select the desired Report.
The software will automatically check the Digital Signature; in case the check fails, the Report needs
to be created again. Refers to the software instructions manual for more information.

4 USE OF THE DEVICE
4 USE OF THE DEVICE
Before starting to use the device, carefully read the Safety instructions – Warnings section of this manual
4.1 Indicators
4.1.1 Optical indicators
4.1.1.1 Control panel
The control panel, containing the optical indicators and the Metal Detector controls, is located on the
Probe or on the power supply box (if fitted with RCU remote control unit):
A green indicator indicates the

A POWER presence of power
A red indicator indicates the

B ALARM detection of a metal fragment
or a fault in the unit
Displays the messages
relating to use, programming
C Display and self-diagnosis of the
device
THS/21 THS/21E
Control Panel Control Panel
A WHITE indicator indicates

A POWER the presence of power
Conveyor A GREEN indicator indicates

E movement that the conveyor is running 1
1 Flashes to indicate that the belt has been stopped by the FOLLOWING CONVEYOR input deactivation and is waiting
to be restarted automatically (see parameter RE, in Programming Manual).

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4.1.1.3 External beacon
The external beacon has coloured lights to
indicate the following statuses: RED Fault present
AMBER Detection alarm present
BLUE Test request
Buzzer External horn


Light Meaning Light indication

No alarm or fault present Off
RED An emergency or fault to be reset Slow flashing
Emergency indication Fast flashing
No alarm present Off
AMBER Detection alarm present 1 On fixed
Waiting for manual alarm reset 2 Slow flashing
No test request present Off
BLUE
Test request present Slow flashing
1 Programmable. See the Programming Manual
2 In the ejection modes with belt locked
4.1.2 Acoustic indicators

Systems fitted with a Control Power Box and Conveyor Control System have an internal acoustic
warning device (buzzer) which sounds to indicate a fault or metal detection.
The external beacon, by default, sounds only to indicate faults, but can also be programmed to sound
when the detector detects metal fragments. In this case refer to the Programming Manual for more
information.
4.1.3 Operator positions

During normal operation, the device does not require the presence of an operator.
When required, the operator is always assumed to occupy the same space in front of the Metal
Detector control panels, for the following operations:
- access the Metal Detector control panel

, for the Product selection or other enabled
operations;
- access the conveyor belt control panel ,
to start and stop the belt and to reset
Alarms;
4
- access the main switch , and the 6
emergency push-button ; 1
2 3
- access the rejected products bin on
Systems with automatic ejection (in order
to carry out periodic emptying) or the 5
contaminated product removal area on

Systems with manual ejection.
In some Systems, the area may be on the

opposite side of the conveyor belt.

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4.2 Controls
4.2.1 Control Panel
The control panel keyboard is used to control the Metal Detector and set the device parameters. The
control panel keys and their functions are shown below:
THS/xx21E and THS/xx21

Key Function
Access and exit the programming step
Return from the submenus to the previous menu
Exit from the Metal Detector Status display
Cancel the last character entered
Scroll through a list of instructions
Select the parameters to be changed
Metal Detector Status display
Select a submenu from the main menu

Confirm data entries
Reset Alarm and some kind of faults 1
1 Programmable. See the Programming Manual
Only on THS/xx21
Key Function
Cancel the last character entered
Quick access to preset functions, according to user permissions
Modification of the parameter values

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4.2.2 Conveyor Control System power supply unit control panel
On the power supply unit of the Conveyor Control System, the enclosure cover incorporates a
motor control panel.
Key Function
GREEN button: Start the conveyor belt
RED button: Stop the conveyor belt
Increase speed
Manual forward Programmable.
Decrease speed See the table below.
Manual reverse
Can be disabled.
Metal Detector alarm reset
See Programming Manual
Emergency reset
The motor speed control keys, depending on UD and MM parameters, can have different functions:
MM
OFF ON
No function Manual forward
OFF
No function Manual reverse
UD
Increase speed Manual forward
ON
Decrease speed Manual reverse
Set MM=OFF on systems with THS-MBB, THS-MBR or on systems where the conveyor direction of travel cannot be
reversed.
The manual forward/reverse controls are only enabled when the belt is stopped.
The increase/decrease speed controls are enabled both when the belt is stopped and the belt is running.

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4.3 Switching on the Metal Detector

4.3.1 Checking the safety features
1 1
THS/21x
Power supply unit
There are dangerous voltages inside the
power supply unit. Close the cover and
keep the key safe so that it is only
available for use by trained personnel (EN
1
60204 Standard). This will also prevent
accidental switching when the cover is
closed. On the switch can be
padlocked in the OFF position during
maintenance.
Covers and shelters
Check that all fixed covers and
2
protections are correctly fitted and
fastened in place.
Reject bin
3 Check that the reject bin is in position and
THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-FBBV, THS-FBV correctly fastened.
Floor fixing
If requested, check that the structure is
4
firmly anchored to the floor. In case of
castors, check that they are locked.
Obstructions on belt
Before you start the conveyor belt, check
5
that there are no extraneous objects on
the belt.
Emergency buttons
Check that all the emergency buttons and
6
safety switches installed in the system,
work correctly
Product exit
Check it is correctly placed next to the
7
THS-MBR following conveyor or that there is an
unloading belt with fixed guard.
LOTO devices
2
2 In case of maintenance operations in
2
progress, check that the main switch knob
8
5 and that of the compressed air shut-off
7 valve are in the position that cuts the
power sources and locked with a padlock.
Door with magnetic safety sensor
6 9
(optional)
4
4
THS-RB

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4.3.1.1 Checking emergency devices
Perform the following steps for each of the emergency devices on the system (emergency push-
buttons, magnetic switches …).
1. Start the conveyor belt and, activating each emergency device (pressing the emergency
buttons or opening the covers protected by a magnetic switch), check that the belt stops and
that the optical and acoustical indicators are correctly activated.
2. Release the emergency device (releasing the button or closing the cover protected by a
magnetic switch) and press the R button to reset the system.
In case the THS system is connected to the Production Line emergency circuit, perform the check
also for the external buttons.
4.3.2 Switching on
Do not start a system whose safety systems are not fully efficient.
Do not tamper with safety devices. The manufacturer declines all
liability for damage resulting from tampering with safety features.
Before powering up the System, check that power supply box is
closed.
On the Conveyor Control System model, the ON/OFF

switch is located on the power supply unit cover. On the
Control Power Box, the external switch must be operated.
Switch the System on by turning the knob to the I position (ON).
To switch off the system, turn completely the knob to 0 position (OFF).
The switch cut the power supply of the Metal Detector and all System moving parts.
The intermediate position (T) is associated with the automatic tripping of the automatic safety switch
inside the container; with the knob is in this position, it must be completely rotated to position 0 (OFF)
before the system can be switched on again.
In case of the automatic tripping of the main switch, contact the Assistance Service.

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4.3.3 Signals at power-up

The detector is designed to be switched on directly from the electrical panel that controls the
production line.
The presence of mains

power supply is signalled by
the lighting up of the
indicator located on the
control panel. On the
this is also indicated by a
warning light on the door of
the box. Conveyor Control System
Control Panel
When the device is turned on, the display lights up, as do the indicators located on
the front of the electronics unit.
The display shows, in sequence, the serial number and the version of the software program that
drives the power supply unit.
On integrated systems, the display shows the message EMERGENCY RESET and waits for you to
press the Emergency Reset key.
After this the following display appears:
THS/xx21E
THS/xx21E V5.xxx The first line identifies the model and the software version of the
Prod. PROD01 Metal Detector. The second line indicates the type of programming,
specific to one product which may be chosen from among 250 stored
^
sets.
THS/xx21
CEIA THS/xx21
ALM V5.xxx THS V5.xxx The first line identifies the model. The second line identifies the
software version of the Metal Detector. The last line indicates the
type of programming, specific to one product which may be chosen
from among 500 stored sets.
Product:PROD01
On models where a Remote Control Unit is installed (because the Probe is installed in a position which is not
accessible to the operator), the control panel on the Probe is disabled (the message “Remote control ON” appears).

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4.3.4 Signals given during normal operation
4.3.4.1 Indication of the received signal
On the fourth line of the display the signal being received is displayed by a horizontal illuminating
bar, divided into sections. When the signal increases, the bar extends towards the right. The alarm
threshold corresponds to the centre of the bar.
THS/xx21E THS/xx21
THS/xx21E V5.xxx CEIA THS/xx21
ALM V5.xxx THS V5.xxx
Prod. PROD01
Signal well below the threshold level

^
Product:PROD01

Prod. PROD01
Signal just below the threshold level

^^^^^^^^^^
Product:PROD01

Prod. PROD01
A: 4.0dB A: 4.0dB Signal above the threshold level (alarm)
^^^^^^^^^^*****
Product:PROD01

Prod. PROD01 After the alarm, the maximum signal
A: 4.0dB A=4.0dB amplitude is displayed for a few seconds
^^^^ together with its amplitude
Product:PROD01
The screens shown here are purely indicative.

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4.3.4.2 Display messages

The Metal Detector display shows messages relating to its current mode of operation:
THS/xx21E THS/xx21
Prod. PROD01
The Metal Detector is in normal
operating mode.
^
Product:PROD01
THS/xx21E V5.xxx CEIA THS/PLV21

Prod. PROD01 The Metal Detector is in normal
A: 4.0dB A: 4.0dB
operating mode: it has just detected a
metal object and has activated
^^^^^^^^^^***
Product:PROD01 connected slave devices.

Prod. PROD01 In case of Ejection Mode with manual
ejection, the Metal Detector requests a
^ manual reset after a metal alarm.
Product:PROD01
Password Password
#_____ #_____
Programming access step. The Metal
Detector requests a password.
Reset @ Reset~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~@
Products
Products Autolearn
Detection The Metal Detector has been set to
Autolearn Ejection programming mode: accessible
Detection parameters can be modified.
TEST ** TEST **
Prod. PROD01
The Metal Detector requests a functional
test (see paragraph 4.8).
^
Product:PROD01
RESET EMERGENCY RESET EMERGENCY

(press R button)
(press R button)
The Metal Detector requires an
intervention.
^^
Product:PROD01
====== STATUS ====== [\\\\\ STATUS \\\\\\]

Sensitivity 265 Press the STATUS key from the normal
Sensitivity 265 Detection mode 4
FE diameter 0.80 screen, to obtain a list of information
TX program 0 NFE diameter 1.00 about device status. Use the arrow keys
SS diameter 1.20
Band HIGH Prd.alarms 10 to scroll through the list. Press P to
{|| & Scroll down ||}
return to the standard screen.
The Status screen gives some general informations about the System (i.e. date and time, serial number, installed firmware
versions, etc..) and related to the current configuration (i.e. Sensitivity, detection mode or band, counters status, next test time,
etc..). On 21 series models, it shows also the CEIA test samples estimated according to che current configuration.
The screens shown here are purely indicative.

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4.3.5 Signals given during self-diagnosis
The THS/21 Metal Detector has an embedded self-diagnosis system. The messages shown on the
display are given in section 5.5, with the simultaneous activation of the Alarm led on the front panel
and the indicators of the external optical/acoustical signalization lamp.
4.3.6 Other signalizations

The Metal Detector shows on display some signalization related to its functioning status:
THS/xx21E THS/xx21
Product: PROD01 To show the Metal Detector activity, the
colons beside the selected product indication,
^ blinks.
Product:PROD01
Batch: 1234
ALM V5.xxx THS V5.xxx If the system is set to include the batch
number also, on product selection, then the
batch number is shown alternatively to the
^ selected product name.
Batch:1234
Product: PROD01
ALM V5.xxx THS V5.xxx If the system is correctly connected via
Bluetooth, a symbol is shown on the right side
B Ð of the display. If the symbol blinks, data
^ transmission is in progress.
Product:PROD01

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4.4 Use of the device

4.4.1 Loading the product to be inspected
The product to be inspected shall be loaded before S
the Probe and, if present, before the I

synchronization photocell. F
N
Photocell at the entrance

S
I
F
N
S: Metal Detector Probe; N: Conveyor belt;
F: Synchronization photocell;
I: Correct area where the product shall be loaded Photocell at the exit
4.4.2 Starting/stopping the conveyor belt

With the power supply on and with the motor stopped, check that the LED are ON or OFF as shown
in the following table:
Indicator Status
Mains voltage ON
Motor running OFF
 Press the Start GREEN button to start the motor: check that it starts up, and that the
“motor on” indicator comes on.
 To stop the motor, press the Stop RED button : check that it stops, and that the “motor
on” indicator goes off.

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4.4.3 Adjustment of the belt speed
The speed of the conveyor belt can be adjusted by:
 programming the BS parameter on the Metal Detector
 simply pushing the keys located on the Conveyor Control System.
For systems which allow inversion of the direction of travel, the and buttons can be
programmed for the forward and reverse movement of the belt, respectively. In this case, the speed
can be set only by going in to programming.
The manual forward/reverse movement of the belt is performed by holding pressed the corresponding button.
The increase/decrease speed controls are enabled both when the belt is stopped and the belt is running.
During programming of the Metal Detector, speed adjustment using the and keys is disabled.
When the Conveyor Control System keys are being used, the Metal Detector programming is disabled.
Minimum~speed~~~~~~~20@ The “Speed” reading indicates the speed set, and varies in real
Speed 40
time when the and keys are pressed. Any modification of
Maximum speed 60 the speed is stored to memory as a parameter specific to the
current product type and it is maintained also in case of system
shutdown.
4.4.4 Automatic stop

This function is only available on the Conveyor Control System.
The conveyor belt is automatically stopped in the following cases:
Self-diagnosis status
If there are self-diagnosis messages, the conveyor belt stops automatically.
The green indicatori s OFF.
It is possible to disable the belt stop if there are self-diagnosis messages. However, the READY relay is
deactivated. See the Programming Manual (Configuration menu).
Disabling from an external machine

Deactivation of the FOLLOWING CONVEYOR input from an external machine connected to it,
causes the conveyor belt to stop immediately.
The green indicatori s blinking.
Automatic stop due to absence of product in transit

On systems fitted with a synchronizing photocell, it is possible to set the conveyor belt to stop
automatically if nothing passes through the Metal Detector for a certain length of time. See parameter
ST on Programming Manual.
The green indicatori s OFF.

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4.4.5 Emergency stop

There are several emergency buttons and, in some models, safety magnetic sensors on the conveyor
belt and if one of them is activated the conveyor belt stops immediately. The external optical
signalling device shows the amber light flashing slowly.
RESET EMERGENCY
(press R button)
Trace and remove the cause of the emergency stop and then
reset the system by pressing the Emergency Reset key
Product:PROD01
If necessary, the main system switch can also be used for automatic stop of the conveyor belt.
4.4.6 Alarm reset

In the event of an alarm due to metal contamination, according to the selected type of ejection, the
contaminated product is removed in one of the following ways:
 in operation with automatic ejection of the contaminated material, the transport is not stopped
and the contaminated product is sent into a reject bin which should be emptied at regular
intervals by the operator. In this case, the System resets automatically.
 in operation with manual ejection, the
transport is stopped and the
contaminated product is positioned in
the exit area of the Metal Detector for
manual removal by the operator.
A manual reset and restart of the

transport is required. All material between the Probe and the stop
line must be removed
To reset an alarm manually:

- Press key E on the front panel (if enabled).
- Activate the RESET input (through external button connected to this input).
- Enter the programming mode and select the Reset command.
- Press the Detector Reset pushbutton (on the Conveyor Control System only).
4.4.7 Fault reset

For faults which require a manual reset, trace and remove the cause of the fault and then:
- Press key E on the front panel (if enabled).
- Activate the RESET input (through external button connected to this input).
- Enter the programming mode and select the Reset command.
- Press the Detector Reset pushbutton (only on Conveyor Control System if enabled).

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4.4.8 Removing and emptying the reject bin
The reject bin must be emptied at regular intervals.
During this operation exercise extreme caution. The reject bin could be heavy. You should define a procedure for this
operation. The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or damage to property caused by emptying the bin
in an incorrect manner.
The bin has a maximum bearable load, shown on a label clearly placed on the bin itself. The
operator is responsible for emptying the bin periodically before this weight is exceeded.
Example of label
If the reject bin is fitted with an electric lock, you need to unlock it using the Unlock bin command in Programming. You
must then open the bin within the preset Unlock bin time (default value 10 s, max .value 30 s) and empty it.
At the end of the operation, close the reject bin back.
4.4.8.1 THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-FBV and THS-FBBV
 Press the RED Belt Stop button, if the

belt is moving;
 Using the key provided, open the door of
the reject bin. Empty the bin.
Close the door again correctly.
 Press the GREEN Belt Start button to
restart the transport.
4.4.8.2 THS-MBR
 Press the RED Belt Stop button, if the

belt is moving;
 Using the key provided, unlock the reject
bin to release it. Remove the bin from its
seat and empty it.
At the end of the operation, place the bin
in the guides and lock it again, with its
key.
 Reset the Emergency by pressing the
BLUE button and press the GREEN
Belt Start button to restart the
transport.
The reject bin is fitted with a safety magnetic sensor that, when the bin is removed, set the machine into the Emergency
status. After replacing the bin, to reset the system press the Emergency Reset button.

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4.5 Programming access

When the Metal Detector is started for the first time, it is configured for 6 users with permissions
defined in the Programming Manual, including the Administrator user.
To enter the Programming mode press the key. The Metal Detector will ask you to enter a
username and a password.
In case the access level without authentication (user 000000) is enabled, after pressing P the screen will list the enabled
menus for that access level. In order to access a different level, hold the P key pressed until the password request will
prompt.
They are entered using the keypad or using the and keys Password
***#__
and confirming each character with the key.
After the password has been entered, the Metal Detector is inhibited, access to programming is
given, and the display shows the parameters available for the programming level in question:
Parameter
value
Sensitivity~~~~~~265@
Products
Parameter
name
Cursor
Example of display output during operator-level programming
4.5.1 Password modification

If no password has been assigned, by the Administrator, this function is not available.
THS/xx21E THS/xx21
Product PROD01* Product~~~~~~PROD01§
Access to Programming phase and, with the
cursor positioned on the first voice of any menu,
press the key for at least 5 seconds.
==================== [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]
Do you want to
The screenshot beside will be prompted. Do you want to
change password? change password?
Press again to confirm.
^UP^=YES------NO=^E^
{| $=YES ||| NO=E |}
=== New password ==

[\\ New password \]
Insert the new password and confirm with . ______ #_____
{||||||||||||||||||}
--------------------

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4.6 Product selection
In order to select a different product, from the product list set and programmed by the Administrator
or by the Supervisor, perform the following steps:
THS/xx21E THS/xx21
Product selection * Product~selection~~@
Access the programming mode as an operator by
pressing . Where requested, enter a user
name and password.
Select the Product selection menu.
Product DEFAULT* Product~~~~~DEFAULT§
Select the Product option to start the selection of a
new product.
===== Product ===== [\\\\\ Product \\\\]

@DEFAULT
*DEFAULT PROD01
Press . The display will show a list of all stored PROD02
PROD01 POW003
products in alphabetical order. SUGAR
PROD02 {||||||||||||||||||}
Search: #_________
===== Product ===== [\\\\\ Product \\\\]

DEFAULT
DEFAULT PROD01
Use the arrow keys to scroll backwards and @PROD02
PROD01 POW003
forwards through the list of products available. SUGAR
*PROD02 {||||||||||||||||||}
Search: #_________
Product PROD02* Product~~~~~~PROD02§
Press to confirm the new product selected.
[\\\\\ Product \\\\]

To make searching the list for a product easier, type PROD01
@PROD02
in the first few characters of the product name. The
not available
system will now limit the list to the products whose
names begin with the letters you typed in. {||||||||||||||||||}
Search: PR#_______
4.7 Programming the Metal Detector according to the product type

See paragraph 2.8 of the Programming Manual.

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4.8 Sensitivity check with reference sample

It is important to check at regular intervals that the Metal Detector is operating efficiently. This is done
by running a detection and ejection test using test reference samples.
- Depending on product characteristics and/or internal quality procedures, customers can use
samples they have defined themselves or request specific samples from CEIA.
- The tests can be carried out at any time deemed necessary (e.g. at the shift changeover)
and/or pre-programmed. If pre-programmed, the Metal Detector will automatically request the
test.
It is the Customer responsibilty to define the Users enabled to this function (predefined user: 000004).
For any information about programming the test type and eventually its periodic request, refers to the Programming
Manual – Q.C.setup menu
4.8.1 Performing tests

If the periodical test request has been TEST
** TEST **
programmed, at regular intervals a Prod. PROD01

message requesting a test is
displayed. At the same time, when
available, the external blue lamp is ^ Product:PROD01
activated (BLUE LAMP output).
Upon this request, access to Programming, under the MD test menu, and perform the test as
described in the following paragraph.
If the periodic test is started beyond the maximum allowed time, the TEST TIME OUT message is displayed and, according
to the Metal Detector configuration, a manual reset from a diagnosis status can be requested, before performing the test.
If the periodical test request has been programmed, on the Status screenshot it is possible to see the next Test time.

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4.8.1.1 Performing a Test in standard mode
The procedure below describes a test with a ferrous sample; the other two samples, made from non-
ferrous metal and in stainless steel, follow the same procedure.
For the double and the triple test (see TMD on Programming Manual), the tests will be requested
one after the other.
The execution of the tests and the final response will be recorded in the event log.
THS/21E THS/21
To perform the Metal Detector test FE~test~-0.80~~~~~~~@
FE test -0.80 @ NFE test-1.00
(independently or in response to the NFE test-1.00
SS test -1.20
automatic request), access to
SS test -1.20
Programming, select MD Test > FE
test and press E key.
The customer is responsible for ensuring that the test samples are undamaged, clean, used correctly and are suitable
for the current product. The customer is responsible for following its own QA procedures
The test samples must be used only under the environmental conditions indicated as operative (see Technical
Characteristics) and in compliance with QA procedures.
Wait a few seconds, before [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]

===================== WAIT
performing the sample transit. WAIT {|||||||||||||||||||}
---------------------
Pass the test sample requested [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]

===================== PASS FE SAMPLE
together with the pure product, PASSE FE SAMPLE {|||||||||||||||||||}
through the detection probe within one
---------------------
minute of the request (3 minutes with
Ejection Mode S or SB).
If the sample is correctly detected and [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]
===================== TEST PASSED
the ejection system is correctly TEST PASSED {|||||||||||||||||||}
activated, the test is successful.
---------------------
Pressing any key, the display returns FE~test~-0.80~~~~~OK

FE test -0.80 OK NFE test-1.00
to the MD test menu, where the NFE test-1.00
SS test -1.20
positive outcome is also shown.
SS test -1.20
The test is successful if all the test samples are detected (with an amplitude not higher than 12dB, according to the
predefined value set in the SAC parameter) and if the ejector has been correctly activated (i.e. the ejection
confirmation sensor has been triggered).
The operator is responsible for checking that the sample is correctly removed from the reject bin.

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If the test is unsuccessful, one of the following messages will be seen:
TEST FAILED for Sample not detected

THS/21E THS/21
If the sample is not detected it could [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]
===================== TEST FE FAILED
be that the transit was performed in TEST FE FAILED
NO SAMPLE DETECTED
{|||||||||||||||||||}
the 20 seconds immediately after the
NO SAMPLE DETECTED
request, or the sample signal is lower
than the alarm threshold. ---------------------
Pressing any key, the display returns FE~Test~-0.80~~NO(1)@

FE test -0.80 NO(1)@ NFE Test-1.00
SS test -1.20
1- NO SAMPLE DETECTED
negative outcome is also shown.
SS test -1.20
1- NO SAMPLE DETECTED
TEST FAILED for Sample too big

THS/21E THS/21
The signal given by the sample is [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]
===================== TEST FE FAILED
considered too high to perform a valid TEST FE FAILED
SAMPLE TOO BIG
{|||||||||||||||||||}
test, according to the maximum
SAMPLE TOO BIG
allowed level (see Q.C.setup menu).
---------------------

SS test -1.20
2- SAMPLE TOO BIG
SS test -1.20
2- SAMPLE TOO BIG
TEST FAILED for Ejection not confirmed

THS/21E THS/21
If the sample is correctly detected, but [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]
===================== TEST FE FAILED
there is not any confirmation of its TEST FE FAILED
EJECT.NOT CONFIRM
{|||||||||||||||||||}
ejection, the test is considered to be
EJECT.NOT CONFIRM
unsuccessful.
---------------------

SS test -1.20
3- EJECT.NOT CONFIRM
SS test -1.20
3- EJECT.NOT CONFIRM

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TEST FAILED for Ejection timeout
THS/21E THS/21
If the ejection cycle is not completed [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]
===================== TEST FE FAILED
following an alarm within a minute of TEST FE FAILED
EJECTION TIMEOUT
{|||||||||||||||||||}
starting the test, the test is considered
EJECTION TIMEOUT
to be unsuccessful.
---------------------

SS test -1.20
3- EJECTION TIMEOUT
SS test -1.20
3- EJECTION TIMEOUT
TEST FAILED for synchronization photocell error

THS/21E THS/21
In the FS ejection mode, if the [\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]
===================== TEST FE FAILED
synchronization photocell is not TEST FE FAILED
SYNC PHOTOC.ERROR
{|||||||||||||||||||}
activated following an alarm during the
SYNC PHOTOC.ERROR
test, the test is considered to be
unsuccessful. ---------------------

SS test -1.20
3- SYNC PHOTOC.ERROR
SS test -1.20
3- SYNC PHOTOC.ERROR
TEST ABORTED
If the self-diagnosis system detects a THS/21E THS/21
fault of any kind, the test procedure FE~Test~-0.80~~NO(1)@
will be interrupted and the message ===================== NFE Test-1.00
[\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\]
shown here will be displayed. TEST ABORTED TEST ABORTED
In this case, the “REMOVE FAULT {|||||||||||||||||||}
CONDITIONS” message warns that ---------------------
the test cannot be repeated without
first resetting the system.
The test can also be interrupted by pressing P during the test.
In the event of an unsuccessful test, the “TEST FAILED” message is displayed and, if previously programmed, the fault
condition is activated. In this case you must perform a system reset before restarting the test.
4.8.2 Performing a Quick test

It is possible to run a test without having to enter the Programming mode. To do this, enable the
IN_AUX1 input through an external pushbutton connected to it (see parameter QCKT).
When you activate the input, the display will show a message requesting the test. Run the test by
passing the requested samples through the unit in the manual mode.
The result of the test will be recorded in the event log as a Quick Test.

5 MAINTENANCE
5 MAINTENANCE
Before starting any maintenance operation, carefully read the Warnings Manual enclosed.
Before starting any maintenance operation, it is recommended to remove all electric and pneumatic sources of the
System, and to secure them by applying the proper LOTO (Lock Out / Tag Out) procedures
Any maintenance or repair of the device while open and powered up should be avoided and in any case should only be
carried out by trained personnel who are fully aware of the risks which the operation entails, following the instructions
given in the Maintenance section.
5.1 Periodic Maintenance

The following is a list of maintenance operations and their suggested frequency.
Operation Frequency Operator Procedure

At the beginning of each shift Visual check of the integrity of
Preventive maintenance On changing product type Operator the components and check of
Periodically safety components – Par.4.3.1
Emptying the reject bin Periodically Operator Par. 4.4.6
At the beginning of each shift Quality control
Detection check On changing product type operator; Section 4.8
Periodically Head of Quality Control
At the beginning of each shift Operator Section 5.2.1: External cleaning
Cleaning On changing product type Section 5.2.2: Cleaning of the
Operator parts in contact with the product
Periodically
Clamping of terminals for electrical
6 months Maintenance personnel N/A
connections
Tightening the screws and cable
6 months Maintenance personnel N/A
glands
Checking of the supply boxes gaskets Periodically, according to the
Checking the absence of water or dust cleaning procedures and the Maintenance personnel N/A
inside the supply boxes operative environment
Operation on conveyor belts Frequency Operator Procedure
Visual check of bearing
Checking the bearings Periodically Operator efficiency and lack of lubricant
leaks.
Checking of the Conveyor belt tension Visual check of Conveyor belt
At the beginning of each shift Operator
and centering (THS-FBB) tension and centering.
Section 5.2.2
THS-RB: Check for wear on the
Cleaning the conveyor belt When needed Operator
belt round ropes and replace if
necessary
Cleaning of rollers 6 months Maintenance personnel Section 5.2.2
Emptying the compressed air filter
When needed Operator -
container
Conveyor belt tension and centering
When needed Maintenance personnel Section 5.2.4
adjustment (flat belt systems)
12 months or when
Conveyor belt replacement Operator Par. 5.2.3
contaminated
The operator must monitor the condition of the system and its suitability for use and consult the maintenance personnel
if necessary.

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5.2 Periodic Maintenance procedures
5.2.1 External cleaning instructions
Only use products compatible with stainless steel (AISI Do NOT use HYDROCHLORIC
316), PETG and silicon. ACID or its solutions.
Do NOT use any other cleaning
Use a slightly damp, non-abrasive cloth procedure.
All cleaning proceduresshall be compatible with the System protection degree.
5.2.2 Cleaning instructions for the parts in contact with the product
In order to clean the parts in contact with the product, follow the procedure described in section 5.2.3.
Only use the materials indicated in the following table:
B
E
A
F
E
D
B
THS/xx21 and THS/xx21E THS-FBB THS-MBB
G C C
G B
F F
C
E
THS-RB THS-MBR
A B C D E F G
up to 50°C       
Water
up to 80°C       
Alkaline and acid-based pharmaceutical Check the product's compatibility with the materials used, the characteristics of which
cleaning agents CEIA can supply on request
Mild soap solutions       
Hydrogen peroxide up to 10%       
Alcohol up to 30%       
Ammonia solution       
 Allowed  Not allowed

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5.2.3 Disassembly of the Conveyor belt

Shown below is the belt disassembly procedure, necessary for its cleaning or replacement.
If the conveyor belt is fitted with an ejection system, perform the following steps, before continuing:
Remove all supply sources by means of the LOTO Unlock the transparent cover of the ejection area, using
devices and lock them in OFF position. its key.
Remove the transparent cover from the ejection area. Empty product from the bin, then lift it up and remove it
from its supports.

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5.2.3.1 THS-FBB
Unlock the belt by raising the idle roller Extract the idle roller from the side Pull the idle roller out of the belt
support supports
Raise the sliding surface from its position Remove the drive roller from the guides on Raise the support surface from its position
and pull it out of the belt the other side of the motor thus freeing the and from the belt
support surface.
Open the drive roller and remove the belt To refit the belt, follow this procedure in
which is now free and ready to be reverse order.
cleaned.
Crushing and cutting hazard. When you are positioning the support surface on the entrance side, take precautions to
prevent the risk of crushing between the surface and the belt frame.

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5.2.3.2 THS-FBV
Unblock the sideboards on input side, by Unblock the sideboards on output side, Using a N.10 wrench remove the two
loosening the indicated knobs. by loosening the indicated knobs. cover fixing screws shown above
Remove the two sideboards.
Using the same N.10 wrench, remove all The cover is now free. Using a N.13 wrench, loosen the two bolts
the cover fixing screw Remove it from its position. in the bottom part of the ejector support,
without removing them.
Using two N.10 wrenches, remove the Slightly tilt the ejector group back, Using a N.13 Wrench and a N.5 Allen
two bolts fixing the ejector to the in order to release the belt. wrench, remove the 4 sliding surface
sliding surface. fixing screws indicated above.
Using a N.10 wrench, remove the 2 sliding With the same N.10 wrench, remove the Manually dismount the synchronization
surface fixing screws indicated above. two input sliding surface fixing screws. photocell and remove it from its support.

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Using a N.19 wrench, unlock and loose the Using a N.13 wrench remove the output Grab the output roller group with two
two indicated nuts, on both sides, so as to rolle group bolts indicates above, from hands and rotate it upward.
loose the conveyor belt tension. both sides of the conveyor belt.
Pull the roller group away from under the Remove the input sliding surface from the Remove the input sliding surface from
conveyor belt. Repeat the last three steps joint with the output sliding surface, as under the conveyor belt.
with the input roller group. shown above.
Remove the output sliding surface from Using a flat screwdriver, remove the Using a N.5 Allen wrench, unlock the
under the conveyor belt. indicated Sieger, located on motor left motor shaft.
side.
Pull the motor block away from its shaft, Using a n.7 pipe wrench, remove the With a n.10 wrench, remove the output
holding it with two hands and carefully transparent cover indicated above. transparent cover.
placing it on the ground.

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Remove the inner transparent cover. Using a n.3 Allen wrench, loose the two Using a n.17 wrench, unlock the motor
grains in the main roller shaft roller by removing the three indicated
bolts.
Push the motor roller horizontally Remove the motor roller from under the
out of its position. conveyor belt that is now free and can be
replaced.
Follow the procedure in reverse to re-assembly the conveyor belt.

Pay attention to the hands during the placement of some components, in order to avoid the risk of shearing.

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5.2.3.3 THS-MBB and THS-MBR
Flat Top modular belt
On the bottom of the belt, grip the rod in Push the rod slightly to the side and past Once past the belt edge, pull the rod out
the opening near the belt edge. the retention feature. to open the belt.
When you have cleaned the belt, Join belt ends together so the hinges are Use a screwdriver to push the rod past
return it to its position aligned and insert the rod through the the retention feature. Ensure the rod is
hinges as far as possible. fully inserted.
Flush Grid modular belt
Insert a screwdriver between two flush Use a screwdriver to push the rod out Once the rod is out of the opposite belt
edges. Twist the screwdriver to bend and from the opposite belt edge edge, pull it out by hands and open the
push the rod through the retention feature belt.
and out of the belt
When you have cleaned the belt, Join belt ends together so the hinges are Use a screwdriver to push the rod past
return it to its position aligned and insert the rod through the the retention feature. Ensure the rod is
hinges as far as possible. fully inserted.

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5.2.3.4 THS-RB
Remove the four locking pins Lift up the belt block from its housing Remove the belt block from the detection
tunnel
Follow the procedure in reverse to re-assembly the conveyor belt.

Pay attention to the hands during the placement of the belt block, in order to avoid the risk of shearing between the belt
block and the belt frame.

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5.2.4 Conveyor belt tension and centering adjustment
5.2.4.1 THS-FBB
Unlock the belt by raising the idle roller Centre the belt on the roller and adjust the Relock the belt by lowering the idle roller
support tension using the screw, checking it support.
subsequently with the belt repositioned
Start the Conveyor belt and check that the belt is correctly centered; if the belt starts to move towards the right or the left side, adjust
by rotating clockwise the corresponding screw or anti-clockwise the opposite one.
5.2.4.2 THS-FBV
Using a n.13 wrench unlock the tension The position of the bolt sets the belt Lock back the two tension bolts,
bolt, loosing the indicated nut, on both tension, pushing the roller away. tightening their nuts.
sides of the conveyor. Also check the belt centering, using the
two bolts independently on both sides.

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5.3 Troubleshooting
All the power supply voltages in the power supply card are protected by self-resetting fuses which can be activated if
there is an overload or faulty connection, for the voltage values on the card, except for the mains voltage. Refer to
the description of the inputs and outputs.
The THS systems have a self-diagnosis system which displays error messages, strictly related to
the operation of the Metal Detector or to controls activated on the system input lines. For these
messages, refer to the 5.6 Self-diagnosis section.
For fault conditions not indicated because of faulty electrical installation or configuration of the Metal
Detector, see the following tables:
Problem Possible causes Solutions

Check that the System is correctly powered and that the main
Display OFF System not powered
switch is in I position.
Green and red indicators OFF,
Check the state of fuse F10 (and F11, F12 with ) and that
internal siren NOT activated,
the power supply voltage is compatible with the System nominal
Metal Detector NOT detecting System power supply fault values.
metal masses.
If the problem persists, contact Assistance Service.
Display OFF
Green and red indicators OFF, Check the connections between the ALM card and the RCU card
internal siren NOT activated, Control panel fault on the or on the Remote Control Unit RCU.
Metal Detector correctly detects
metal masses. If the problem persists, contact Assistance Service.
Check the connections between the SCD card and the ALM card.
Check the connections between the SCD card and the Probe.
Incorrect connection or Disconnect all the devices connected to the ALM card, switch off
Display OFF or BLINKING
fault of a component the system and switch it on again after a few minutes, if self-
Green and red indicators ON,
connected to the System resetting protective devices have been activated.
internal siren activated.
cards Connect them back one by one (with system off) in order to locate
and replace the one/s generating the fault.
Check electical and pneumatic connections of the ejection
system.
In non-integrated systems, check that the ejector
Ejection system fault
electrical/pneumatic characteristcs are compatible with the
System minimum requirements.
In case the EJECT RELAY is used, check the related fuse status.
NO ejection Synchronization photocell With a Synchronized Ejection Mode, check the correct activation
after an alarm fault and programming of the Synchronization photocell.
Check that PML parameter is adequately lower than the length of
the current product or that the product generating alarm was
Other programming correctly oriented.
parameters fault Without an Encoder installed, check that the KE parameter is set
to 0.

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Check that the correct Product has been selected, according to
Incorrect selected Product
the one to be inspected.
Check that all Test Samples used, are the ones established by the
Incorrect Test Sample/s
Head of Quality Control, for the current product.
With , check that the Test Samples have been made to
pass at the BS nominal speed of the conveyor belt.
With with encoder, check that the transit speed of the Test
Samples is compatible with the set BL-BM range or vice versa.
Transit speed not compatible With without encoder, check that the transit speed of the
with speed settings Test Samples is compatible with the set BL-BM range and equal
NO alarms
when one or more test samples to the vaule set on BS or vice versa.
are used On free-falling applications, in case the transit speed is higher
than the maximum value of BS, reduce the height of fall.
See also, on Programming Manual, parameter ADS.
Increase the Sensitivity level, according to the operative
Sensitivity value too low
conditions, until all Test Samples are correctly detected.
Set the DEFAULT product, create a new one and perform a new
Autolearn with the product, setting to ON all parameters for the
Incorrect Detection automatic selection of Sensitivity, Detection Mode or Band.
parameters Where a belt contamination is probable, perform the Autolearn
passing the product with the conveyor belt stopped, and then
check also for a possible belt contamination (see 5.5.4).
Adjacent Metal Detector Check that adjacent Metal Detectors are set to different
interference transmission channels.
Electrical/mechanical noise Perform the General Comptibility Check procedure in order to
Metal Detector ALARM generated by other devices reveal possible noise sources and to eliminate the causes or to
when transport stopped connected in line reduce their effects.
Check all electrical connections inside the Probe and the correct
Metal Detector fault assembly and tightening of its panel.
Electrical/mechanical noise Perform the General Comptibility Check procedure in order to
generated by the transport reveal possible noise sources and to eliminate the causes or to
system reduce their effects.
Conveyor belt (if present) Perform the Belt Contamination Check procedure. In case, clean
contamination the conveyor belt or replace it.
Decrease the Sensitivity level, according to the requested value to
Metal Detector ALARM Sensitivity value too high
correctly detect all Test Samples.
ONLY when transport is active
Check that the correct Product has been selected, according to
Incorrect selected Product
the one to be inspected.
Set the DEFAULT product, create a new one and perform a new
Incorrect Detection
Autolearn with the product, setting to ON all parameters for the
parameters or product
automatic selection of Sensitivity, Detection Mode or Band.
conditions not uniform
In order to obtain more accuracy, increase the requested transits.
System NOT resettable Transport stopped before the Start the transport again, until the end of the ejection cycle, then
after and ALARM or a FAULT end of the ejection cycle reset the alarm.
Check all connections between the Inverter, the ALM card and the
Internal connections fault
The belt DOESN’T start motor.
motor running indicator OFF Check that KT parameter is correctly set to a value different from
Incorrect configuration
0.

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Check all connections between the Inverter, the ALM card and the
Internal connections fault
motor.
Check that all parameters related to the connected motor (NMV,
Incorrect configuration
NMF, NMC) and to the transport system (KT) are correctly set.
The belt DOESN’T start
motor running indicator ON Check that the plate values of the connected motor are
Customer motor fault
steady or only during the Start compatible with the Inverter specifications.
button pression Check the absence of overload due to excessive weight of the
Conveyor belt abnormal product or to conditions that cause an excessive increase in the
conditions adhesion of the belt with the sliding surface.
Check that the belt is correctly installed and tensioned.
Check that the enabling signal, from a System downstream or
The belt DOESN’T start upstream machine, has been sent and that the Following
Enabling signal not active Conveyor input, to which it is connected, is correctly activated.
motor running indicator BLINKING
In case no enabling signal is connected, set FC=OFF.
According to the Synchronization photocell presence, set the
Incorrect Ejection Mode
Autolearn BLOCKED correct Ejection Mode
at start, requesting to pass the Check the correct status of the photocell and of the related
products, or after the first passage Synchronization photocell configuration parameters.
fault
Check that the photocell correctly intercepts the product in transit.
Check that for all connected sensors the corresponding diagnosis has been correctly activated, so as to
always have a correct diagnostic signalization in case of fault.
Refers to the Programming Manual (Diagnosis menu).

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5.4 Extraordinary maintenance procedures
5.4.1 Changing fuses
The figure shows the position and rating of the fuses fitted to the device. Refers to electrical diagrams
too.
Electrical diagram reference

Ref. Description Fuse type
A Relays contacts protection 5x20 T 2,5A/250V F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6 F1, F2 -
B Protection on ALM 24V input 5x20 T 2,5A/250V F10 F10 - -
C AC/DC input protection 5x20 F 10A/250V - F11, F12 - F20, F21

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5.4.2 Replacing the SCD card
Switch off the device and disconnect the system from all power sources.
Release the control panel from the The card is fastened to the back of the Remove the internal connectors J13
Detection Probe by unscrewing the 4 control panel. Remove the panel and J15 shown in the figure
fastening bolts with a 10 mm spanner taking care not to pull the internal
In case of electric screwdrivers, cables too much
operate them at reduced speed to
avoid the loss of the bolt stop rings,
located on the back of the panel.
Using a 2.5 flathead screwdriver, Unscrew and remove the SPM Disconnect the terminals from the
unlock and disconnect the memory card from the card to be connectors J19 and J20 at the base
terminals shown replaced of the SCD card, using a 3.5 flathead
The SPM card contains all the data on screwdriver and holding the panel by
the configuration and the products of hands
the equipment for which it was
programmed. Do not install the SPM
card in other equipment.

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Remove the card to be replaced from Reconnect the terminals to the Reposition the SPM memory card
the steel panel, unscrewing the 6 nuts connectors J19 and J20 at the base on the new card.
with a 5.5 mm spanner. of the SCD card.
Fasten the new card in place Refer to the electrical diagram for the
relevant THS model for the correct
positioning of the terminals
Reconnect the terminals shown next Reinsert the connectors J13 and J15 Reinsert the control panel on the
to connector J13 shown in the figure Detection Probe , tightening the 4
fastening bolts again with a 10 mm
spanner
Of the 4 panel bolts, 3 are installed
Refer to the electrical diagram for the with a plastic bush and one with a
relevant THS model for the correct metal bushing. At the end of the
positioning of the terminals assembly, check that they are all
present and in good condition.

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Power up the device and perform the following procedure in an

interference-free environment, by deactivating any device around
the THS and other power devices in the area.
1. Access to Programming on Configuration-adv menu
2. Set the parameter TA Autolearn = ON (TL=ON) and exit
Programming.
The message “TA Autolearn” will appear on the display:
press down firmly for at least a second on the Probe (as
shown alongside, do not press the centre line).
3. Repeat the procedure for all Detection Modes (DM) or
Bands (BA) available and, for each one of them, for each
Transmission Channel (CH).
4. At the end of the procedure, check the Metal Detector correct functioning for each of the
available Products; it may be necessary to perform a new Autolearn.
If there are environmental noises during the execution of TA Autolearn, it may be aborted (message “AUTOLEARN
ABORTED”).

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5.5 Electromagnetic compatibility verification of the installation environment
The CEIA Metal Detector has a high immunity against electromagnetic interferences.
However the installation environment can have electrical and/or mechanical noise sources that
produce a residual signal, visible on the Metal Detector display without product in transit, which can
lead to false alarms during the normal operations with the product in transit.
In this case it is necessary to locate the possible noise source and to perform the proper corrective
actions. A distinction is made:
- Electrical Noise. Generated by electromagnetic sources out of the Metal Detector itself, can
be conducted through the power cables and/or the connection with other devices or radiated
through the same cables or from electromagnetic sources (including possibly adjacent Metal
Detectors) in the nearby of the Metal Detector Probe. Disabling temporarily the Metal Detector
transmission (TX=OFF), the contributions of this type of noise remain always visible in the
bargraph.
- Mechanical noise. Caused by the presence, near the probe opening, of fixed or moving metal
masses (see also minimum respect distances) or intermittent loops 1(rings).
Disabling temporarily the Metal Detector transmission (TX=OFF), the contributions of this type
of noise are not visible anymore in the bargraph.
If the noise is not immediately identifiable, the Metal Detector has some procedures to be performed
with the operative detection settings and without the product in transit, whose results give a
qualitative measure of the noise and can provide information about possible sources.
The described verifications give qualitative indications about the installation environment compatibility.
It is however necessary, after the corrective actions, to verify the correct operative functioning of the Metal Detector with
the product in transit, in the normal operative conditions.
Before performing the verifications, check that the noise is not due to a nearby Metal Detector; in such case simply
synchronize the two Metal Detectors through the selection of different transmission channels (see Configuration menu).
1 The presence of contacts between metal parts can determine the formation of one or more conductive ring paths,
along the bearing structure or others adjacent to the Probe; in case these contacts are accidental or made through
discontinuous junctions (due to vibrations, bending of the structure or variations in the electrical characteristics of the
joints themselves), these could cause an interference signal for the Probe itself, the greater the more the surface of the
created loop is large and close to the Probe opening. Possible causes: rollers or crossbars screwed on the conveyor
belt; intentional contacts between metal parts or accidental (i.e. broken or corroded welds).

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5.5.1 General compatibility check

This command performs a complete set of automatic checks to verify the general environmental
compatibility of the Metal Detector (for electrical and/or mechanical noises) with the system where it
is installed and with the environment, in normal operating conditions and without product in transit.
- Ensure that the same product, with which the noise has been detected during the normal
operations, is selected.
- Access the programming phase on Configuration > Compatibility chk >

Gener.comp.check menu and press the E key to start the procedure. The Metal Detector will
ask to stop or to restart the machines in question to move the product into the line, or working
in the Metal Detector nearby, following the sequence described below.
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

Transport stopped Transport stopped Transport running Transport running
During the procedure the execution of more steps may be requested.
- At the end of the procedure the Metal Detector indicates the estimated degree of
environmental compatibility: INSUFFICIENT / SUFFICIENT / GOOD. This result takes into
account the actual Metal Detector settings; however, its correct functionality needs to be
verified, including with product in transit.
5.5.2 Electrical Compatibility check

This command performs a complete set of automatic checks to verify the environmental compatibility
of the Metal Detector (for electrical noises only) with the system where it is installed and with the
environment, in normal operating conditions and without product in transit.
- Ensure that the same product, with which the noise has been detected during the normal
operations, is selected.
- Access the programming phase on Configuration > Compatibility chk >

Gener.comp.check menu and press the E key to start the procedure. The Metal Detector will
ask to stop or to restart the machines in question to move the product into the line, or working
in the Metal Detector nearby, following the sequence described below.
Step 1 Step 2
Transport stopped Transport running
- At the end of the procedure the Metal Detector indicates the estimated degree of
environmental compatibility: INSUFFICIENT / SUFFICIENT / GOOD. This result takes into
account the actual Metal Detector settings; however, its correct functionality needs to be
verified, including with product in transit.

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5.5.3 Compatibility checks result
For each step the procedure records the peak (pk) and the average (av) value of the signal read by
the Metal Detector. In case of SUFFICIENT or INSUFFICIENT results, and based on the measured
data values, the Metal Detector can give also an indication on how to fix some of the noises detected:
- Improve electromagnetic compatibility: electrical noise in the installation environment.

- Improve transport electromagnetic compatibility: electrical noise due to the transport
system or to a machine activated during the compatibility check procedure.
- Improve transport general compatibility: electrical and/or mechanical noise due to the
transport system or to a machine activated during the compatibility check procedure.
At the end of the procedure, a list with maximum (pk) and average (av) values of the signal received
on each of the four steps performed, are shown. These values are expressed in relation to the alarm
threshold (i.e. pk=1 maximum value equal to the alarm threshold).
If the Metal Detector does not give any indication, the nature of the detected noise can be located
using the indicative table below. For each step, the peak value and the average value can suggest if
the noise is due to transient effects or not.
Steps with higher measured values

Possible causes
1/4 2/4 3/4 4/4
Electrical noise due to the transport (i.e. inverter and motor connection)  
Generic electrical noise (due to any machine other than the one activated
during the procedure)
   
Generic mechanical noise (i.e. due to vibrating or moving parts in the Probe
nearby).  
Mechanical noise due to the transport (i.e. uninsulated cylinders, vibrations,
belt contamination) 
5.5.3.1 Corrective actions

Check that the minimum requirements and the General Notes on Installation are respected, as
indicated on the chapter Installation, and perform the proper corrective actions.
If to locate the possible noise source, or to eliminate its effects, is not possible, increase the Metal
Detector immunity to environmental noises performing one or more of the following general actions:
- Adjust the valus of BL and BM the most nearest to the range of expected operating speeds; if
this is not enough, gradually decrease of parameter ADS from 0 to the minimum negative
value (absolute) to guarantee a noise level compatible with the Metal Detector operative
working: in this case, successively perform a verification of the correct detection and ejection
of the Test Samples, at the minimum and maximum operating speed provided;
- Compatibly with any other adjacent Metal Detector, check the noise level in the other
transmission channels (CH) available;
- Where applicable, perform the product Autolearn disabling the automatic selection of band or
detection mode, by selecting it manually in order to eventually find the one that leads to the
best noise reduction, compatibly with the required performances;
- As last, reduce the Sensitivity (SE) to a value that guarantee a noise reduction and the best
detection performances.

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5.5.4 Checking belt contamination

The presence of metallic contaminations or irregular accumulations of product residues on the belt,
can cause false Alarms in operative conditions or wrong detection settings.
The belt contamination check should be performed with the Metal Detector set with the correct
detection parameters; in case these parameters could be incorrectly determined because of an
Autolearn performed with the belt already contamined, follow the procedure described below:
1) Select the Product to be checked

2) With the belt stopped, perform again the product Autolearn, passing it by means of plastic
supports, invisible for the Metal Detector, and simulating the transit operative conditions.
3) With the belt in movement, without product, check that on display is not shown any false alarm
or a residual signal due to the belt, otherwise clean the belt until the false alarms are eliminated
or the residual signal is reduced; if needed, replace the belt.
4) With the belt in movement, perform again the product Autolearn under the normal operative
conditions; then check that with the product in transit there are no false alarms and that each
Sample is correctly detected. In case false alarms are still present, repeat step 3.
It is recommended to disable the Product tracking parameter (FO) in case that periodic cleaning or replacing of the belt
has not been performed regularly.
It is recommended to periodically check the belt status, cleaning and, expecially for flat belts, replacing it, as also
indicated in the Maintenance procedures for CEIA Integrated Systems. In case of a CEIA conveyor belt, refers to the
Installation Manual for instructions on how to disassembly it.
After the procedure described above, you can have an approximate measure of the current cleaning
status of the belt, to be carried out without product in transit.
- Access programming in the Configuration > Compatibility chk menu and check that the full
extended length of the belt has been set correctly in Belt length .
- Access the Configuration > Compatibility chk > Belt contam.check menu and press the E
key to start the procedure. The Metal Detector will ask to stop or start the conveyor belt,
according to the sequence given below:
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

Transport stopped Transport stopped Transport running Transport running
At the end of the procedure the Metal Detector will show the estimated level of belt contamination:
VERY HIGH, HIGH, LOW, NO CONTAMINATION, together with the signal values (av and pk)
received in the steps performed during the procedure.
The result takes account of the current Metal Detector settings, without considering the signal related to the product,
therefore it is necessary to check that, with the product in transit, the belt contamination level will not cause false alarms.
If there is a mechanical or electrical disturbance, the Metal Detector gives the message that the belt
contamination state cannot be shown and that the general compatibility of the Metal Detector must
be assessed first (IMPROVE COMPATIBILITY).

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5.6 Self-diagnosis
The internal diagnostic system monitors the operational status of the Metal Detector, the Integrated
transport system and connected sensors.
If a Diagnosis status is activated, the system automatically performs the following actions:
- the message corresponding to the activated Diagnosis status is shown on the display;
- the acoustic/optical signalling indicators are activated as indicated in the Use section;
- READY RELAY is deactivated;
- the integrated conveyor belt is stopped (programmable)
- the ejection system is activated (programmable)
The following is the complete description of Diagnosis and their possible corrective actions.
After removing the cause, some Diagnosis are self-resetting (indicated by ) while other require a
manual reset (indicated by ).
The diagnosis indicated by can be automatically or manually reset, according to the programming
of the relative parameters PFR and SFR.
For the Diagnosis related to connected sensors, the I/O status menu can help to visualize the input
and output lines status.
Refer also to the electrical diagrams included in this manual.
The System is pre-configured also for the activation of the ejector (by means of EJECT NO and EJECT NC outputs) in
case of power loss. See the Inputs complete description (SW1).

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5.6.1 Metal Detector and integrated transport system diagnosis

Fault Message Probable cause Action Type
Inverter fault or programmed incorrectly. Motor fault.
X: Fault identification code.
-
F3 Power loss Check that the AC power supply is constantly

within the nominal voltage range on the plate. If
F4 Undervoltage the problem persists, contact Assistance Service.
Check that the AC power supply is constantly
within the nominal voltage range on the plate.
Sometimes, fast motor decelerations can cause
F5 Overvoltage
transitory overvoltage. In that case increase the
deceleration time (DCCT). If the problem persists,
contact Assistance Service.
Increase acceleration time (ACCT) or reduce load
so drive output does not exceed 1.5 NMC.
F6 Motor stalled Check that NMC is set correctly for the installed
motor. If the problem persists, contact Assistance
Service.
Reduce load so drive output does not exceed the
MOTOR FAULT (X) nominal motor current (NMC). Check that NMC is
F7 Motor overload
set correctly for the installed motor. If the problem
persists, contact Assistance Service.
Heat sink over Check for blocked or dirty Inverter heat sink fins.
F8
temperature Check the fan.
Check the motor and external wiring to the drive
F13 Earth fault output terminals for an earthing condition. If the
problem persists, contact Assistance Service.
F38 - F39 Check the wiring between inverter and motor.
Phase to GND
F40 Check motor for earthed phase.
Check the motor and drive output terminal wiring
F41 - F42 Phase-phase short
for a short circuit. If the problem persists, contact
F43 circuit
Assistance Service.
Drive rating of 150% for 60 s or 200% for 3 s has
F64 Drive overload been exceeded. Reduce motor load or increase
ACCT.
F122 Inverter I/O board fault Contact Assistance Service
Check the connection of the inverter cable to the

MOTOR FAULT(AUX) Inverter connection problem
ALM card. Check the jumper status on it.
Check the Detection Probe cable wiring
ALM or SCD card power supply
POW. SUPPLY FAULT connection.
section faulty
If the problem persists, contact Assistance Service
Check the Detection Probe cable wiring
Fault in communication between
NO COMMUNICATION connection.
SCD and ALM cards
The Metal Detector is in Automatic
SELF-BALANCING Wait until the end of the procedure.
Balancing Status.
continue >>

MAINTENANCE 5
After the emergency button has been released,
The System Emergency circuit has Emergency reset is required.
EMERGENCY been activated by pressing one of its (see RESET EMERGENCY message). -
buttons (J13 5-6 and 9-10 open) Without emergency buttons, leave J13 5-6 and 9-
10 jumpered.
After the emergency conditions has been
The System Emergency circuit has removed, Emergenvy reset is required
been activated through the activation (see RESET EMERGENCY message).
EXTERN EMERGENCY
of the connected Customer
-
Emergency circuit (J13 3-4 open) Without connection with external Emergency,
leave J13 3-4 jumpered.
The Emergency circuit has been Close back the guard and reset the Emergency.
GUARD EMERGENCY activated by opening a guard In Systems where no Emergency Guard is -
(J13 5-6 and 9-10, J16 14-15 open) provided, set IN G.
Check that the SCD card is compatible with the

Metal Detector model on which it is installed.
SCD card incompatible with the SPM Check that the SPM card is the one containing all
COMPATIBIL.ERROR
memory data data related to the actual System. -
If the problem persists, contact Assistance
Service.
Connections of the Probe cable Check the Probe cable wiring connections with the
PROBE FAULT(x) interrupted or Probe faulty. SCD card.
X: code for fault identification If the problem persists, contact Assistance Service
Check the System Emergency devices
connections.
EMERG.CIRC.FAULT Emergency circuit faulty -
If the problem persists, contact Assistance
Service.
Check the connections between the Probe and the
SCD CARD FAULT (X) SCD card damaged SCD card. If the problem persists, contact -
Assistance Service to replace the SCD card.
Disconnect all devices connected to the ALM card
inputs to identify the cause of the fault. If the
Vin voltage faulty.
problem disappears, replace the faulty condition or
Vin FAULT Possible short circuit or wrong
device.
connection of an input device
If the problem persists contact Assistance Service
to replace the ALM card.
Disconnect the devices connected to Vout output
Vout voltage faulty.
or the ejector.
Possible short circuit; wrong
Vout FAULT If the problem disappears, replace the faulty
connection of a device connected to
condition or device. If the problem persists contact
Vou or the ejector
Assistance Service to replace the ALM card.
Check all the inverter connections to/from the ALM
Communication between Inverter
INVERTER NOT RESP card. If the problem persists, contact Assistance
and ALM card is not working
Service.
continue >>

5 MAINTENANCE

Check the SCD card connection to the ALM card.
Communication fault between SCD
Check the Probe connection cable.
and ALM cards
NO CONNECTION
Check the RCU card connection to the ALM card.
Communication fault between RCU
If the fault is due to this, only the message is
and ALM cards
shown, without the fault status being activated.
A manual reset is required after the Reset the System by pressing button on
emergency condition has been or by temporaring closing contacts on J5 pins 4-5. -
RESET EMERGENCY
removed or when starting the On Systems without Emergency devices or
System Emergency Reset buttons, keep J5 4-5 jumpered.
Check that the SPM memory is connected to the
SPM Memory faulty or absent
SPM NOT DETECTED
(THS system not operative)
SCD card. If the problem persists, contact -
Maintenance Service.
24 V supply to the supply card too
V SUPPLY TOO HIGH Check the power supply.
high (higher than 40 V)

MAINTENANCE 5
5.6.2 Connected sensors and additional controls diagnosis
On CEIA integrated systems, the diagnosis related to the sensors already installed are activated and pre-programmed.

Three consecutive attempts to The System is automatically reset once the
access programming (locally or Administrator access to the Programming.
LOGIN RESTRICTED
remotely) with wrong username In case this is not possible, contact CEIA to follow the -
or password password recovery procedure.
Check the absence of electric or mechanical
interferences
Verify that the alarm was not caused accidentally by
an operator
Check that the photocell is correctly positioned,
A metal alarm occurred without
working and programmed for the photocell related
Not sync.alarm the synchronization photocell
parameters (IP, PD)
could detect a product in transit
Check that BS parameter or the speed read by the
encoder, correspond to the actual transit speed
In systems without a sensor connected to the
PHOTOCELL input, or in case it is requested to
deactivate the diagnosis, set NSA=OFF
Check the presence of a big metallic mass in the
Metal alarm with a too big product in transit or that the alarm was not caused
ALARM TOO BIG amplitude (in dB), respect to the accidentally by an operator.
threshold set (ATBT) If needed, the diagnosis can be deactivated by setting
ATBT=0.
Remove the blockage condition
Simultaneous activation of the
Check the correct installation and functioning of the
belt centering photocells for a
CEN.BELT FAULT(0) photocells
time higher than the threshold
set (CBT) On devices without belt centering system, deactivate
the diagnosis (CBT=OFF)
Check the belt alignment.
In any case, set CBMT to a value higher than the time
effectively used to center the carpet.
Prolonged activation of a belt
CEN.BELT FAULT(1) centering piston for a time higher Check the absence of blocking of one of the belt
than the threshold set (CBMT) centering photocells
On devices without belt centering system, deactivate
the diagnosis (CBMT=0)
Incorrect position of the ejector Check that the ejector is not blocked, that it is correctly
or ejector repositioning too slow installed and correctly activated in both directions
after the alarm, according to the
time limit set (EPCD) Check that EPCD time is adequate for the application
Check the sensors electrical and mechanical

EJECT.OUT OF ORDER
installation and their correct activation
Sensors connected to EJ.
CONFIRMATION and EJ. In absence of a sensor connected to the
POSITION CHECK inputs faulty EJ.POSITION CHECK input, deactivate the diagnosis
or disconnected (EPC=OFF)
continue >>

5 MAINTENANCE

Correctly place back the reject bin, close the door or
Reject bin absent, with door close again the electric lock
open or with the electric lock
released Check that the diagnosis activation delay (LAD) is
adequate for the application
BIN ABSENT/OPEN Check the sensor mechanical and electrical
installation and its correct activation
Sensor connected to the BIN
ABSENT input faulty or In absence of the installed sensor, deactivate the
disconnected diagnosis (LA=OFF)
Empty the rejected products bin
Rejected products bin full Check that the diagnosis activation delay (LFD) is
adequate for the application
BIN FULL
Check the sensor mechanical and electrical
Sensor connected to the BIN
FULL input faulty or In absence of the installed sensor, deactivate the
disconnected diagnosis (LF=OFF)
Ejection of the product in the bin
not occurred within the Check the correct electric and mechanical installation,
programmed time limit (CT) the correct pneumatic setup and activation of the
ejector.
Complete activation of the Check that the time limit (CT) is adequate for the
ejector not occurred within the application.
programmed time limit (CT)
Check that the contaminated product (ejected inside
Incorrect activation of the
the bin) is correctly detected by the Ejection
Ejection Confirmation photocell
Confirmation photocell
Check that there have been packages not spaced
Multiple spurious readings on the enough for their correct ejection
ejected package, by the
NO EJECT.CONFIRM Synchronization photocell Check that the photocell is correctly set to aovid
or packages too close spurious readings caused by the pack shape (see
PML and GML)
Check that BS parameter or the speed read by the
encoder, correspond to the actual transit speed
Incorrect parameters
Check that the ejector related parameters (ED, ERT)
are correctly set
Sensor connected to the
EJ.CONFIRMATION input faulty In absence of the installed sensor, deactivate the
or disconnected diagnosis (CE=OFF)
continue >>

MAINTENANCE 5
Product passed in front of the Remove the product not ejected, reset and check the
Ejection Check photocell during ejector correct activation.
an ejection In case the ejection of a contaminated product is
correctly performed, adjust the diagnosis accuracy
Temporary activation of the (ECKA) according to the shape of the product in
photocell during ejection transit.
EJECT CHECK FAULT
Sensor connected to EJECTION
CHECK input faulty or In absence of the installed sensor, deactivate the
disconnected diagnosis (ECK=OFF)
Check the correct operation and programming of
One of the Tests of the Fail Safe
FAIL-SAFE FAILED involved sensors. After the reset it is possible to
Test, is failed
perform the test again.
Remove the obstruction condition or check the correct
functioning of the photocell
Check that there have been no contiguous packages
Synchronization photocell in transit
obstructed or malfunctioning
according to the space limit set Check that the SPMA space limit is adequate for the
on SPMA or to the limit value application and in any case greater than the length of
PAT (with PAT>1) the package
SYNC PHOTOC.FAULT Check that there have been no multiple spurious
readings from the Ejection Verification photocell and, if
needed, increase the PAT parameter value
Sensor connected to
PHOTOCELL input faulty or In absence of the installed sensor, deactivate the
disconnected diagnosis (SPMA=0)
continue >>

5 MAINTENANCE

Remove the obstruction condition or check the correct
functioning of the photocell
Check that there have been no contiguous packages
in transit
Ejection Check photocell
Check that no product has accumulated on output due
obstructed or malfunctioning
to a stop of the downstream system
according to the space limit set
on CPMA or to the limit value Check that the CPMA space limit is adequate for the
PAT (with PAT>1) application and in any case greater than the length of
CHECK PHOTC.FAULT the package
Check that there have been no multiple spurious
readings from the Synchronization photocell and, if
needed, increase the PAT parameter value
Sensor connected to EJECTION
CHECK input faulty or In absence of the installed sensor, deactivate the
disconnected diagnosis (CPMA=0)
Check that tha package will be correctly detected from
Failed reading of the Ejection both photocells
Check photocell according to the
Check that the speed value is set to the actual transit
reading of the Synchronization
speed (see BS, KT)
photocell Sincronizzazione (with
Check that the encoder is set to correctly read the
PAT=1)
actual transit speed (see DI, KE). In case of
programmable encoders, check that the number of
pulses per revolution is set equal to the one set on KE.
Failed reading of the
If needed, increase PDA value, compatibly with the
Synchronization photocell
application.
SYNC/CHK PH.FAULT according to the reading of the
Ejection Check photocell In case of multiple readings due to the packs shape,
Sincronizzazione (with PAT=1) adjust PML and GML parameters opportunely or, if
necessary, set PAT>>1
Sensor connected to
PHOTOCELL or EJECTION In case the sensor connected to EJECTION CHECK
CHECK input faulty or or both sensors are not connected, deactivate the
disconnected diagnosis (PAT=0).
On systems with check that the speed
operative range is compatible with the values of BL
and BM parameters.
Speed measured by Encoder is
ENCD.FRQ.TOO HIGH above BM ( ) or higher than Check that the encoder is set to correctly read the
1.3 BM ( ) actual transit speed (see DI, KE). In case of
pulses per revolution is equal to the one set on KE.
continue >>

MAINTENANCE 5
Check the correct installation and the correct
tensioning of the belt
On systems with check that the speed
operative range is compatible with the values of BL
and BM parameters.
Speed measured by Encoder is Check the correct mechanical and electric installation
ENCOD.FRQ.TOO LOW below BL ( ) or lower than of the Encoder and the correct actiovation of the
0.7 BL ( ) ENCODER input
Check that the encoder is set to correctly read the
actual transit speed (see DI, KE). In case of
pulses per revolution is equal to the one set on KE.
Number of alarms higher than Check the abnormal condition that generated the
the maximum set (ART, ARP) alarmsand reset through the Reset command or by
ALR RATE TOO HIGH
Ejection time greater than the resetting the Alarm counter related to the current
maximum set (EMEX) Product (AR)
The Head of Quality Control, or the Data management

EVENT BUFFER FULL Event memory buffer is full Supervisor, shall print the Events or save them on file, -
then confirm the operation (commands PL, EV)
Closed air supply valve If possible, open the air supply valve
Air supply pressure in the Check the absence of throttling in the tubes of the
pneumatic circuit lower than the pneumatic circuit
limit set on the flow regulator Check the pressure of the pneumatic supply source
LOW AIR PRESSURE
Check the sensor pneumatic and electrical installation
and its correct activation
Sensor connected to the LOW
PRESSURE input faulty or In case a sensor is not connected, deactivate the
disconnected diagnosis (AP=OFF).
Ejection Confirmation photocell
Remove the obstruction condition of the photocell
obstructed
Ejector stuck in the ejected
Remove the stuck condition of the ejector
position
EJECT.SYSTEM JAM Check the sensor mechanical and electrical

Sensor connected to EJ.
CONFIRMATION input In case a sensor is not connected, deactivate the
faulty or disconnected diagnosis (CE=OFF).
continue >>

5 MAINTENANCE

Reset the diagnosis and perform the Test.
The pre-programmed Test was
TEST TIME OUT not started within the maximum Check that TD time is adequate for the application, if
time (TD) from the request needed set FT=OFF to show the message without the
activation of the diagnosis
After the reset, check for the causes in section 4.8 and
repeat the Test
TEST FAILED The Test has failed
Set FF=OFF to show the message without the
activation of the diagnosis
5.6.3 Warning messages

Some conditions cause a warning message, without fault activation:
Warning Message Cause Action

Check the absence of noise or vibrations during the
AUTOLEARN ABORTED TA Autolearn aborted procedure and repeat it. If the procedure is aborted
because of a fault, check the message on the display.
The Metal Detector configuration
WAIT update is in progress (i.e. at start-up, Wait until the end of the Metal Detector start-up
UPDATING CONFIG changing transmission channel, procedure.
detection mode or band)
The message is shown on the main control panel together
with the keyboard deactivation, in case an additional
REMOTE CONTROL remote control panel is connected, in case of commands
ACTIVE Remote control is active
continuous use for the display virtual remoting or if the
virtual display has been activated once connected to the
Web Server.
The Metal Detector is inhibited by If the message is shown at startup and if the
external device connected to the function is not required, deactivate it (IN=0)
Detect.inhibited
INHIBITION input or at the
If the Metal Detector remain continuously inhibited, check
startup the INHIBITION input line functioning.
The product ejection is forced by
Enforced eject external device connected to the If the function is not required, deactivate it (IN=0)
INHIBITION input
EJECTION
MUST BE ON Ejection is disabled at Test start-up Activate the ejection system, before starting a Test
EJECTION Previous ejection not concluded at In ejection mode with belt stop, complete the ejection
IN PROGRESS Test start-up before starting a Test.
This function will be automatically enabled at the system
The Metal Detector ejection system
EJECTION OFF reboot or by manually reactivating the relevant parameter
has been disabled.
(EJ=ON).
This function will be automatically enabled at the system
TRANSMISSION OFF Transmission has been disabled. reboot or by manually reactivating the relevant parameter
(TX=ON).
The FOLLOWING CONVEYOR input is not activated.
The system awaits for the enabling
TRANSPORT STOPPED In case the message persists, check the input connection.
signal.
If this control is not required, it can be disabled (FC=OFF).
Check the IXC card connection to the ALM card.
WARN: IXC timeout IXC card disconnected or damaged Switch the Metal Detector off and on.

MAINTENANCE 5
Warning Message Cause Action
Inhibited attempt to modification of a
DEFAULT not
modifiable detection or ejection parameter of Select a different Product or create a new one.
the DEFAULT product
5.7 Uninstallation procedure

5.7.1 Disassembly
Disconnect any power source from the device, before performing any operation.
Uninstall the Probe and the Power Supply Box from the production line and place them apart.
5.7.2 Packing
5.7.2.1 Probes
Place the Probe on the wooden base. Place the manuals inside the tunnel and fix the Position the Power Supply Box on top
Probe to the wooden base with the plastic of the Probe, placing the cable around
straps as shown in the figure. Remember to the base.
protect the Probe surface, on top, with card
strips.
Refit the package to the wooden base. Fill the empty space around and on top of the Close the package with plastic straps.
Power Supply Box and close the package.

5 MAINTENANCE
5.7.2.2 Integrated systems

THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-MBR, THS-FBV
B
Using a forklift truck with a suitable Fix the system to the pallet by Place any accessories inside the
load-bearing capacity, move the passing the plastic straps around the reject bin or on top of the conveyor
conveyor belt unit onto its original horizontal beams of the system. belt. Accessories should be
pallet. Pass two straps around the top part individually packed and fixed so that
alongside the (A), and three straps they cannot move around or knock
around the bottom beams (B). Do other parts during shipping.
not pass the straps around the
conveyor belt.
Fit the original cardboard box and fix Fix the box to the pallet with steel Finally, close the packaging by
it at the bottom to the pallet. staples wrapping two plastic straps around it
as shown in the figure.

MAINTENANCE 5
THS-RB
Using a forklift truck with a suitable Fix the system to the pallet by passing Fit the original cardboard box and fix it
load-bearing capacity, move the the plastic straps around the horizontal at the bottom to the pallet.
conveyor belt unit onto its original beams of the system, as indicated
pallet. above. Do not pass the straps
around the conveyor belt.
Fix the box to the pallet with steel Finally, close the packaging by
staples. wrapping two plastic straps around it
as shown in the figure
5.8 Disposal of the device

5.8.1 Disposal of the device and of consumables with environmental impact
For disposal follow the regulations in force in the country where the device is being used.

6 APPENDICES
6 APPENDICES
6.1 CE Declaration of Conformity
6.1.1 THS/21E

APPENDICES 6
6.1.2 THS/21

6 APPENDICES
6.1.3 THS/G21

APPENDICES 6
6.1.4 THS/GMS21

6 APPENDICES
6.1.5 THS/MS21

APPENDICES 6
6.1.6 THS/MN21

6 APPENDICES
6.1.7 THS-FBB, THS-MBB, THS-MBR, THS-FBV and THS-RB

Originals of the CE Declaration of Conformity for each model are provided with the documentation.
The following, in example, is the model of the Declaration of Conformity CE provided in original with
the machine.
6.2 Spare Parts

For the list of spare parts available for each model, see the Spare parts, Accessories and Options
Manual.

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3.10 Timing ................................................... 134 4.4.6 Alarm reset ..............................................158

5.8 Disposal of the device ........................... 199 6.1.3 THS/G21................................................. 202

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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – WARNINGS

2.1.1 Metal Detector

Features 21E Series 21 Series

Sensitivity High Very High

Product memories: to save all detection parameters for different

Protection degree IP65 IP66 and IP69K

2.1.3 Products that can be inspected

The characteristics of the materials used can be provided by CEIA on request.

Products that can be inspected

Products that can NOT be inspected

2.2 Metal detector

The Metal Detector Probe, complete with electronic control

Stainless steel control panel fitted with alphanumeric display

2.2.2 THS/21 and THS/MS21

The Metal Detector Probe, complete with electronic control

The power supply box, for connecting the device to mains

Stainless steel control panel fitted with graphic display and a

The Metal Detector Probe complete with electronic control unit

The Metal Detector Probe complete with electronic control unit

2.2.5 THS/G21 and THS/GMS21

The Metal Detector Probe complete with electronic control unit

2.2.6 Applicable power supply boxes

This module is available on the following versions:

See section 2.8 for the Technical Characteristics.

2.2.6.3 Small Size Power Supply Unit

2.2.6.4 Field Generator

It is not available for other models.

2.2.7 Other options

2.2.7.2 Network card

2.3 Integrated system with conveyor belt

From left to right From right to left

Example with a THS-FBB

2.3.1.2 Inverting the ejection system position

Ejection toward the front Ejection toward the back

Example with a THS-FBB

THS-FBB with ejection system

A Metal Detector Probe L Ejection system

2.3.2.2 THS-FBBV (flat belt)

THS-FBBV with ejection system

A Metal Detector Probe L Ejection system

2.3.2.3 THS-MBB (modular belt)

THS-MBB with ejection system

A Metal Detector Probe L Ejection system

2.3.2.4 THS-MBR (modular belt)

A Metal Detector Probe H Reject bin

2.3.2.5 THS-FBV (flat belt)

THS-FBV with ejection system

A Metal Detector Probe L Ejection system

2.3.2.6 THS-RB and THS-RBK

A Metal Detector Probe

B Programming and control panel

D Conveyor belt control panel

M Support feet (to be fixed to the floor)

Q Encoder (on request)