Manual 16597-600 SDX50 EN

SDX-50 auger feeder
Translation of the original operating instructions

SDX-50
VM 16597-600
ROVEMA GMBH
Industriestrasse 1
D - 35463 Fernwald
Phone: ++49 641 409 0
Fax: ++49 641 409 212
http://www.rovema.de
email: info@rovema.de
About this manual
About this manual
Rovema packaging machines are special machines that are customised in

equipment and function to the special requirements of the operator.
For each machine, a special operating manual is put together based on a
standard machine; this manual is then valid only for the one machine (or a
series of similar machines).
If your machine is not equipped with all available units, their descriptions also
do not appear in the operating manual.
Anyone assigned to operate this machine must have read and
understood the operation manual, particularly the safety instructions
and rules, before starting the machine.
A volume of this instruction manual should always be near the machine so that
the user can look at it at any time.
This instruction manual belongs to the following machine:
D-35463 Fernwald
Industriestrasse 1
Tel.: +49(0)641/409-0
Auftrags-Nr.:
Baujahr: Typ:
09/12/EN © ROVEMA SDX-50 Translation of the original operating VM 16597-600 2

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Guidelines for this manual
Guidelines for this manual
This manual is subdivided into subchapters, which should make it easy for you to follow.
The table of contents helps you use this manual effectively. All chapter headings - and thus the most
important terms - are recorded here.
The individual in part 2 are organised by machine work sequence. They also permit finding
function information rapidly. It may often be necessary to look things up in one or more
descriptions subchapters to get all the needed information.
In case of the control unit display shows an error message and so lets you eliminate the
malfunction, malfunction. Part 5 offers help and/or refers to other parts and chapters.
Symbols in this manual should let you recognise at a glance what the respective text
offers.

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Table of contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
1.1 Machine views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1.2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.3 Protective equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
1.3.1 Warning signs on the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.4 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1.5 Set-up and connection work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
1.6 Description of function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1.6.1 Work sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1.6.2 Intended use of this machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1.6.3 Use for other than the intended purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
1.6.4 Definitions of terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2 Descriptions of individual functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
2.1 Safety equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

2.1.1 Location of the safety equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.1.2 "Pilz" safety switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.1.2.1 function check ............................................................................................................. 33
2.1.3 EMERGENCY STOP button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
2.1.3.1 function check ............................................................................................................. 35
2.1.4 Main switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
2.2 P@ckControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
2.2.1 The main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
2.2.1.1 Control elements on the edge of the screen ............................................................... 38
2.2.1.1.1 The operating elements on the upper screen edge................................ 38
2.2.1.1.2 The operating elements on the right screen edge.................................. 38
2.2.1.1.3 The operating elements on the lower screen edge ................................ 39
2.2.2 The Switch menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
2.2.3 The keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
2.2.4 The numeric keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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2.2.5 The settings in the "Settings" menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

2.2.5.1 The settings of the display .......................................................................................... 45
2.2.5.2 Setting of access rights............................................................................................... 45
2.2.5.3 The network settings................................................................................................... 51
2.2.5.4 The settings in the "Machine data" menu ................................................................... 53
2.2.5.4.1 Screen presentation ............................................................................... 53
2.2.5.4.2 Description ............................................................................................. 53
2.2.5.5 The settings in the "Data protection" menu................................................................. 53
2.2.5.5.2 Description ............................................................................................. 54
2.2.5.5.3 "Restore machine data" configuration menu .......................................... 55
2.2.5.5.3.1 Screen presentation ............................................................................... 55
2.2.5.5.3.2 Description ............................................................................................. 55
2.2.5.6 Settings in the "Modem/PPP" menu ........................................................................... 56
2.2.5.6.2 Description ............................................................................................. 56
2.2.6 Printout of machine data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
2.2.6.1 Adjustment of the print output ..................................................................................... 58
2.2.6.1.2 Description ............................................................................................. 59
2.2.7 The recipe administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
2.2.7.1 Configuration administration (optional) ....................................................................... 62
2.2.8 The machine data recording MDR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
2.2.8.1 Screen presentation.................................................................................................... 65
2.2.8.2 Description .................................................................................................................. 65
2.2.9 The online help system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
2.2.10 The alarm messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
2.2.11 The alarm memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

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2.2.12 Basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

2.2.12.1 "Machine area status" menu ....................................................................................... 70
2.2.12.1.2 Description ............................................................................................. 70
2.2.12.1.3 "Diagnostics Machine Area" menu ......................................................... 71
2.2.12.1.3.2 Description ............................................................................................. 72
2.2.12.2 "Motor current" menu .................................................................................................. 72
2.2.12.2.2 Description ............................................................................................. 73
2.2.12.3 "Configuration" menu .................................................................................................. 73
2.2.12.3.2 Description ............................................................................................. 74
2.2.12.4 "Position controller 1" menu........................................................................................ 74
2.2.12.4.2 Description ............................................................................................. 75
2.2.12.5 "Position controller 2" menu........................................................................................ 76
2.2.12.5.2 Description ............................................................................................. 77
2.2.12.6 "Gear compensation" menu ........................................................................................ 78
2.2.12.6.2 Description ............................................................................................. 78
2.2.12.7 "Actual values" menu .................................................................................................. 79
2.2.12.7.2 Description ............................................................................................. 79
2.2.12.8 "Exception" menu........................................................................................................ 80
2.2.12.8.2 Description ............................................................................................. 80
2.2.12.9 "Axis" menu................................................................................................................. 81
2.2.12.9.2 Description ............................................................................................. 82
2.2.13 Runs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
2.2.13.1 Runs according to velocity .......................................................................................... 84
2.2.13.1.2 Description ............................................................................................. 85
2.2.13.2 Runs according to trapezium ...................................................................................... 86
2.2.13.2.2 Description ............................................................................................. 87
2.2.13.3 Format drive (orienting run) ........................................................................................ 88
2.2.13.3.2 Description ............................................................................................. 88
2.2.13.4 Reference runs ........................................................................................................... 90
2.2.13.4.1 Reference run to initiator ........................................................................ 90
2.2.13.4.1.2 Description ............................................................................................. 91
2.2.13.4.2 Reference run to edge and drive free of the initiator .............................. 92
2.2.13.4.2.2 Description ............................................................................................. 92
2.2.13.4.3 Wink reference run 01 ............................................................................ 93
2.2.13.4.3.2 Description ............................................................................................. 93
2.2.13.4.4 Wink reference run 02 ............................................................................ 94
2.2.13.4.4.2 Description ............................................................................................. 95
2.2.13.4.5 Reference run with filter 01 .................................................................... 96
2.2.13.4.5.2 Description ............................................................................................. 96

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2.3 Layout and function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

2.4 Supply auger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
2.4.1 Supply auger (overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
2.4.2 "Infeed" menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
2.4.2.1 Screen presentation.................................................................................................. 101
2.4.2.2 Description ................................................................................................................ 101
2.4.2.3 "Infeed" configuration menu...................................................................................... 103
2.4.2.3.1 Screen presentation ............................................................................. 103
2.4.2.3.2 Description ........................................................................................... 103
2.5 Lifting device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
2.5.1 Lifting device (overview). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
2.6 Level controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
2.6.1 Level controller (overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
2.7 Dosing auger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
2.7.1 Dosing auger (overview). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
2.7.2 Calculation of the dosage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
2.7.3 "Dosing auger" menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
2.7.3.2 Description ................................................................................................................ 109
2.7.3.3 "Dosing auger" function menu .................................................................................. 110
2.7.3.3.2 Description ........................................................................................... 111
2.7.4 Changing format parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
2.8 Agitators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
2.8.1 Agitators (overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
2.8.2 "Agitator" menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
2.8.2.2 Description ................................................................................................................ 118
2.8.2.3 "Agitator" configuration menu ................................................................................... 119
2.8.2.3.2 Description ........................................................................................... 119
2.8.3 Changing format parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
2.9 Lock system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
2.9.1 Closure (Half-Cup-Lock) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
2.9.2 "Closure" menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
2.9.2.2 Description ................................................................................................................ 124
2.9.2.3 "Closure" configuration menu ................................................................................... 125
2.9.2.3.2 Description ........................................................................................... 125
3 Start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126
3.1 First start-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

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3.2 Entering SDX parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

3.3 Switching on dosage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
3.4 Tasks during production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
3.5 Changing production configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
3.6 Ending production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
3.7 Action in case of faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
4 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
4.1 Safety during maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

4.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
4.2.1 Cleaning intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
4.2.2 Cleaning and disinfecting agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
4.2.3 General cleaning information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
4.3 Daily maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
4.3.1 General work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
4.3.1.1 Safety equipment ...................................................................................................... 140
4.3.1.2 General cleaning work .............................................................................................. 140
4.3.2 Auger feeder machine area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
4.3.2.1 Filling funnel.............................................................................................................. 141
4.4 Weekly maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
4.4.1 General work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
4.4.1.1 TouchScreen ............................................................................................................ 143
4.4.2.1 Chafing of metal parts............................................................................................... 144
4.4.2.2 Spindle seal .............................................................................................................. 145
4.5 Monthly maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
4.5.1 General work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
4.5.1.1 electrical cabinet ....................................................................................................... 147
4.5.1.2 Pneumatic equipment ............................................................................................... 148
4.5.1.3 Mechanical equipment .............................................................................................. 148
4.5.1.4 Electrical equipment.................................................................................................. 148
4.5.1.5 Vacuum equipment ................................................................................................... 148
4.5.2.2 Agitators.................................................................................................................... 150
4.6 Biannual maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
4.7 Annual maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
4.7.1 General work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
4.7.1.1 Safety equipment ...................................................................................................... 155

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5 Malfunctions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156
5.1 General error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

5.1.1 Error: Excess temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
5.1.2 Error: Safety chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
5.1.3 Error: EMERGENCY STOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
5.1.4 Error: Motor protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
5.1.5 Error: Servo amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
5.1.6 Error: Encoder error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
5.1.7 Error: Frequency converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
5.1.8 Error: Position error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
5.1.9 Error: Final position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
5.1.10 Error: Safety guards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
5.1.11 Error: Manometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
5.1.12 Error: Axis position error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
5.1.13 Error: Axis no reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
5.1.14 Error: Axis general error. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
5.1.15 Error: Vacuum monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
5.2 Error reference list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
5.3 Malfunctions of machine operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
6 Annex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
6.1 Tendency regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197

6.2 Overview of auger sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
6.2.1 Auger sizes for SDX-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
6.2.2 Auger sizes for SDX-75 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
6.3 Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202

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Introduction 1
1 Introduction
With the help of this the user should be able to

manual
• use the machine as intended
• recognise hazards independently
• quickly repair malfunctions
• achieve optimal production results
• maintain the machine's operational readiness
This introduction provides an overview of the machine functions.

It contains
• Machine views
• safety rules and information
• specifications on protective equipment
• a list of the most important technical data
and informs you about everything you have to do before you can place the
machine in operation.
ATTENTION!
Anyone assigned to operate the machine must have read and
understood the operation manual, particularly the safety instructions
and rules, before starting the machine.

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Machine views 1.1
1.1 Machine views
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11
2
10
4
5
9
6
7
8
1 Servo drive
2 Level probe
3 Supply funnel
4 Auger coupling
5 Agitators
6 Dosing auger
7 Auger tube
8 Retention fixture
9 Base for housing
10 Housing
11 Drive motor for agitators
12 Infeed auger (optional)

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Safety instructions 1.2
1.2 Safety instructions
The special design of the packaging machine may make it necessary to go

inside the machine to perform cleaning, maintenance and adjustment work.
Although the machine housing is equipped with safety switches, before
entering the machine you must:
• SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE
• SECURE THE MACHINE TO PREVENT IT FROM BEING
SWITCHED BACK ON UNINTENTIONALLY!
DANGER!
Danger of injury
NEVER perform cleaning, maintenance and adjustment work on the
SWITCHED-ON machine when a person is inside the machine!
Failure to follow this instruction can cause severe bodily injury if the
machine is started, thus triggering dangerous movements, while
someone is within the danger area of these movements inside the
machine housing!
DANGER!
Danger of injury
NEVER perform a test run of the machine when someone is inside!
Failure to follow this instruction can cause severe bodily injury if the
machine is started, thus triggering dangerous movements, while
someone is within the danger area of these movements inside the
machine housing!
Safety equipment All technical units - especially safety equipment, must be checked
• before initial start-up
• after changes and
• after repair work
by trained or appropriately instructed technicians.
The machine or system may only be operated if all safety equipment
(protective hoods, safety guards, interlocks, couplings, etc.) are working.
Safety equipment must not be bypassed or made ineffective.
Repair and maintenance work on safety equipment and on the electrical
system may only be performed by trained technicians.
Immediately replace (have replaced) defective technical equipment,
especially safety equipment.
The user must check the operational capability of the protective equipment
daily before the start of production.

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The user must make sure that a higher-level technician, such as a safety
representative, performs a check of all protective equipment at regular
intervals, but at least once a year!
Safety Symbols The operator must become familiar with the safety symbols and information
attached to the machine and understand their significance. The symbols used
and their meaning are described in chapter 1.3.1 - Warning signs on the
machine.
Requirements for the The machine may only be operated by trained or appropriately instructed
operating personnel personnel.
The machine operator is required to provide instruction manuals to all users
and inform them of possible hazards from the machine. A copy of the
instruction manual should always be kept at the machine.
Operating personnel must be informed about possible new dangers or
operating modes after every change to the machine - such as changes in
function or expansions of function.
Operating personnel must be informed precisely about who can perform which
work.
Personnel with suitable training must be used for mechanical repair and
maintenance work.
Work in the switch cabinet and on the electrical system must be performed by
suitably trained personnel using special safety precautions.
Personal protective The operator has to provide operating personnel with the personal protective
equipment equipment necessary for danger-free operation of the machine.
Without this equipment, the user operator must not perform work on areas of
the machine that may be potential sources of hazard.
Such danger points are marked in the manual with a special notice. The
needed protective equipment is described.
If special personal protective equipment is needed for packaging materials
that are hazardous to health, the corresponding regulations of the company
and of the country in which this machine is used must be followed. The
machine operator is responsible for compliance with these regulations.
All work on the machine with a switched-on power switch may only be
performed if no persons are in the machine danger area.
The user (every person assigned to operate this machine) must have read and
understood the operation manual, particularly the safety instructions and
rules, before starting the machine.
The operator should confirm this in each case with a signature.
Sound pressure Noise can arise depending on product, number of cycles and conditions in the
level set-up room. For the sound pressure level of your machine, please see the
technical data.

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ATTENTION!
The machine may only be operated as intended and taking into account
or following the operating manual (see also the instructions in sections
1.6.2 - Intended use of this machine and 1.6.3 - Use for other than the
intended purpose).
Before switching on Before switching on the machine, the user must make sure that no other
persons are in the machine's danger area.
The user must check the operational capability of the protective equipment
daily before the start of production.
In case of danger ... press am EMERGENCY STOP button immediately!

Functioning of all EMERGENCY STOP buttons must be checked daily before
the start of production! (See also section 2.1 - Safety functions)
Electrical and Electrical and electronic equipment are important components of the
electronic machine's safety equipment.
equipment Changes to and tampering with the electrical system and the electronic
controls are not permitted, since they can compromise safety. Let only
ROVEMA carry out retrofitting and changes!
Replacement parts Use only original ROVEMA replacement parts and accessories.
ROVEMA assumes no liability for damage arising from the use of other
companies' products that have not been approved by ROVEMA.
Maintenance Begin cleaning, maintenance and repair work only when the power switch has
been switched off and secured against restarting.
Use only cleaning and/or disinfecting agents that will not damage the
machine's mechanical and electrical equipment (information on cleaning
agents and cleaning work in part 4: Maintenance).
Use of chemical Chemical solvents should only be used when conditions require it. But before
solvents use, you must make sure that they will not pose hazards for you or the
machine.
DANGER!
Danger of fire through ignition!
When working with solvents, ensure good ventilation, wear required
protective equipment and avoid open fire! Pay attention to the safety
instructions of the solvent supplier in the instruction sheet!

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Machines in the food Machines used to package food might have to be treated with special cleaning
processing industry or disinfection agents corresponding to the respective hygiene requirements
of the country in which the machine is operated.
You can obtain additional information on this from your country's responsible
government authorities.
Damage to health Health-threatening dangers can result from improper adjustment of the
from improper machine.
adjustment This includes, in particular, incorrect temperature settings for sealing/bonding
and gluing of packing materials.
Hot melt adhesives, for example, emit vapours even when the prescribed
processing temperature is maintained. Unpleasant odours can result.
In addition, if the prescribed processing temperatures are exceeded
considerably for a longer period of time, there is the danger that harmful
decomposition products could arise.
In this case, measures to remove the vapours must be taken.
Always follow the instruction of the adhesive manufacturer!
Aids, lifting devices, If lifting devices, scaffolding, cleaning platforms or climbing aids, etc. are not
scaffolding, etc. included in the scope of supply from ROVEMA, the operator must supply
them. Observe and follow the applicable safety instructions!
Access aids for packaging machines can be necessary for cleaning, inspection and
maintenance of dosage units.
A ladder is sufficient as a climbing aid if

• ascent is required occasionally, not daily
• no objects that present a safe hold have to be transported (hands
must be free!)
• no work has to be done that counteracts a safe footing of the ladder
• the ladder is secured against unintended impact.
Fixed steps must be attached when

• a regular ascent, as described above, is required (according to VBG
76 § 12, regular means daily or after every product or format change)
• cleaning, inspection and maintenance must be performed, in which
a secure hold on ladders is not ensured.
Work platforms are required in addition to ladders or fixed steps when

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• parts of machines are installed, removed and/or set down, which,

due to their weight or circumference, cannot be handled without
danger on ladders or steps.
• work on the ladder would take too long.
There must be fixed steps to work platforms if objects which, due to their
weight or circumference, cannot be transported without danger on ladders,
have to be transported from / to the work platform.
Additional transport must be provided when loads cannot be transported without danger on ladders
aids or fixed steps.
This can be the case, for example, when placing packaging material and
changing format parts of great weight.
Safety instructions are marked in this operating manual as follows:
DANGER!
The notes in these texts are there for your safety!
Read such texts first!

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Protective equipment 1.3
1.3 Protective equipment
DANGER!
The protective equipment of this machine is meant to protect the
operator from any dangers that might arise!
At no time may they be bypassed or made ineffective.
The machine may only be operated if all safety equipment is installed
according to regulation and is in working order.
Equipment that locks or separates, contactless and electrical equipment can

be used as protective equipment:
– locking separating protective equipment means a lock that cannot be
opened while the machine is running and so prevents access to the
danger zone until the dangerous movement has come to a standstill.
– fixed separating protective equipment interrupt an electrical circuit
that stops the machine (e.g. circuit breaker on the safety guards).
– contactless protective equipment comprises, for example, light
barriers whose beam of light monitors a specific area of the machine.
– Electrical protective equipment comprises, for example, the
EMERGENCY STOP button and the power switch.
EMERGENCY STOP An EMERGENCY STOP switch is located on the machine's control panel.
Additional EMERGENCY STOP buttons can be located on additional machine
areas that are not in the immediate area of the machine panel. These
EMERGENCY STOP buttons can also be effective only in a limited part of the
system. In this case, these EMERGENCY STOP buttons are marked
accordingly.
As soon as an EMERGENCY STOP button is actuated, the machine or the
corresponding system part stops; power is removed from all drives.
To restart the machine after an EMERGENCY STOP situation, see Chapter
2.1 "Safety functions"
Danger areas Danger areas of the machine are covered with safety facilities (e.g. safety
guards, protective hoods, protective tunnels).
As soon as a safety facility is opened, the safety chain is interrupted.
Opening the safety facility stops all drives and removes power from them.
Observe the warnings on the safety guards, if applicable!
In addition, areas can be covered by a protective tunnel designed to prevent
someone from reaching into dangerous areas of the machine.
ROVEMA can supply safety guards according to customer specification if they
are designed in agreement with the applicable safety regulations of the
country in which the machine is used.

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Changes A responsible technician must evaluate all changes to safety equipment for
reliability before they are performed and document these changes afterward.
Changes (e.g. moving the safety switches) may only be performed when the
operator ensures that all safety regulations of the country are still met after the
change.
Cut-outs on safety If the customer makes cut-outs on the safety guards, the areas must be
guards covered by a protective tunnel designed to prevent someone from reaching
into dangerous areas of the machine. The design must take into account the
specified safety clearances of the respective country.
Installation of If the customer installs additions (e.g. a conveyor) that can be removed without
accessories by the aids, special safety precautions must be taken:
customer
• It must be ensured that all of the specified safety clearances for
reaching into the machine are also maintained after the attached part
is removed.
• If the safety clearances are no longer maintained after the attached
part is removed, the attached part must be electrically interlocked
with the drives of the machine so that all of the machine functions no
longer present any danger after the attached part is removed.
Replacement of Defective protective equipment must be replaced by a corresponding original

defective protective component. If this is not possible for certain reasons, the original must be
equipment replaced by a replacement part of at least the same quality with identical
functioning.
Testing the The protective equipment must be checked at least once monthly according to
protective the following descriptions. The check must be based on the statutory
equipment provisions, regulations or standards of the country in which the machine is
installed and operated. In the following descriptions, the term "statutory
provisions" is used throughout. Inform yourself about these regulations
from the responsible authorities in your country!
Visual inspection with machine at standstill
Mechanical parts check whether all mechanical parts are securely fastened and all sharp edges
have been removed.
Pneumatic systems check whether all pneumatic components and pipelines meet the safety
requirements of the statutory provisions and are properly installed.
Electrical systems check whether all electrical components and connections meet the safety
requirements of the statutory provisions and are properly installed.

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Separating check whether all separating protective equipment is in its place and securely
protective fastened. Verify that all locking equipment has been installed and works
equipment properly.
Measurements with machine at standstill
Separating Verify that the ratio between the size of all openings in the separating
protective protective equipment and their distance from the nearest danger points meets
equipment the requirements of the statutory provisions.
Electrical installation Performing checks according to the statutory provisions.
Visual inspection with running machine
Separating When the machine is running, check whether the separating protective
protective equipment meets the safety requirements.
equipment
Locking equipment The effectiveness of all EMERGENCY STOP equipment and locking
equipment must be checked. Also to be checked is whether there are any
remaining dangers when the separating protective equipment is opened as a
result of a machine shut-down through an EMERGENCY STOP or locking
mechanism.
Contactless The effectiveness of all contactless protective equipment must be checked.

protective Also to be checked is whether there are any remaining dangers when the
equipment machine area overseen by the contactless protective equipment is opened as
a result of a machine shut-down through contactless protective equipment.
1.3.1 Warning signs on the machine
The following warning signs (stickers) are attached to the places on the
machine where you must work with special caution.
Damaged warning signs must be replaced without delay!
Warning of dangerous electric voltage!

In this machine area, there is live equipment.
There is the risk of electric shock.

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Warning of rotating machine parts!

In this machine area, there are components that
rotate.
There is the risk of crushing.
Warning of hand injuries!

move.
Here there is the danger of serious hand injuries
due to crushing, being pulled in, etc.
Entry to this area prohibited!

move during machine operation.
Warning of hot surface!

There are hot components in this machine area.
Here there is the danger of slight to serious
burns.
Do not make any additional holes in the

machine's housing!
Drill shavings could enter the machine housing as a
result and thus damage the machine.

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Warning of non-ionising electromagnetic

radiation!
In this machine area, there is live equipment that
generates an electromagnetic field.
Warning of UV radiation!
The radiation from these lamps causes damage
to the eyes and skin.
These lamps may only be used in absolutely
shielded and enclosed installations and devices.
Reaching in prohibited!
move during machine operation.
Warning of magnetic field!

In this machine area, there are strong permanent
magnets that generate a magnetic field.
Operation of the machine by persons with heart

pacemakers is prohibited !
In this machine area are electromagnetic drives that
can interfere with the function of a heart pacemaker.

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Operation of the machine by persons with

metal implants is prohibited!
In this machine area, there are components with
strong magnetic forces that can attract metal
implants.
It is forbidden to carry metal items or

timepieces when operating the machine!
strong magnetic forces that can attract metal
items.
It is forbidden to carry magnetic or electronic

data media when operating the machine!
strong magnetic forces that can destroy such
data media.

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Technical data 1.4
1.4 Technical data
Technical data for ROVEMA SDX
Type 50
Output (mechanisch) [cycles/min] 160
Mechanical accuracy [degrees] 0,05
Packaging volume range [cm3] 2 - 1000

Auger size [mm] 14 - 50
Dimensions
Length [mm] 680
Width [mm] 490
Height [mm] 1120
Weight (standard design) [kg] 120
Power supply [volts] 230 / 400
Power consumption [kW] min. 2,5
Machine colour RAL 9007L / grey-aluminium
Operating temperature (min. - max.) [°C] +5....+35
Storage temperature (min. - max.) [°C] -20...+50
Humidity [%] 15....95; no condensation
A-rated emission sound pressure level 78,3 dB (±1,5 dB)

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Set-up and connection work 1.5
1.5 Set-up and connection work
Unpacking the • Remove wooden casing and / or film

machine
• Remove the fastening screws on machine and pallet
DANGER!
Use suitable lifting devices.
During transport and loading, observe the weight stated on the shipment
package.
Secure the machine against sinking, slipping or falling.
Do not stand in the danger area of the lifting device.
Setting up the If you set up the machine yourself, follow the specifications on the installation
machine drawing.
The following • Electrical connection with the required voltage

connections must be
• Compressed air connection (oil-free air)
present:
Requirements for the Other requirements:

installation location:
• The floor must be able to carry the load
• The space must be level
• The space must be large enough to operate the machine without
danger
Removing corrosion If there are special requirements for moisture protection (e.g. when
protection transported by ship), ROVEMA machines are sprayed inside and outside with
corrosion protection material.
This corrosion protection must be removed prior to start-up.
WARNING!
Explosion hazard due to solvent vapours!!
Remove the corrosion protection only in a well ventilated room!

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1 2 3 4
1 Fastening screw
2 Angle bracket
3 Fork lift fork
4 Lifting frame
Lifting the feeder • Screw the red-painted lifting frame (4) onto the SDX base plate
with a fork lift truck
• Make sure that the M12 screws are screwed in all the way.
• Adjust the fork lift forks so that they are in contact with the inner faces
of the lifting frame. (See illustration above)
• Lift the SDX from the front using the fork lift forks on the lifting frame
while securing against slippage.
• Keep the lifting aid in storage for later transport or removal.
Connecting the Before any connection work, turn the power switch to the OFF position.
machine The electrical connection characteristics must agree with the electrical
connection point on the switch cabinet of the packaging machine:
Further details (e.g. cable cross-section, pre-fuses) must be taken from the
electrical documentation

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WARNING!
Incorrect connection can result in improper functioning or damage!
Connect the machine to the electrical network according to the rotary
field
Secure cable against damage
Connecting the • Insert coloured plugs into the prepared connection on the packaging
power supply machine switch cabinet.
• Insert or remove plug only with the machine switched off, since
otherwise the frequency converter can be damaged.
DANGER!
There is danger of death due to electric shock if work is performed
incorrectly or the connection is incorrect!
Work on the electrical equipment of the machine may only be carried out
by personnel specially trained for this.
Do not perform any changes to the electrical equipment that has not
been previously approved by ROVEMA!

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Description of function 1.6
1.6 Description of function
1.6.1 Work sequence
The product's path from infeed to dispensing
1 2
5 4 3
1 The product is fed in (via infeed auger (optional) or directly into the
funnel).
2 The servo drive moves the dosing auger.
3 The dosing auger dispenses the product in the desired amount.
4 The agitator distributes the product in the funnel.
5 The drive motor moves the agitator.
1.6.2 Intended use of this machine
The dosing unit is designed for volumetric dosing of free-flowing and non-
flowing granulated or powdered products for food and non-food packaging, in
intermittent operation.

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TIP:
This machine is a piece of technical equipment and must be used for
industrial production only, and must be operated only by trained
persons aged 14 and over.
1.6.3 Use for other than the intended purpose
ATTENTION!
Danger from use for other than the intended purpose!
Any use other than the intended use for which this machine was
designed and built requires ROVEMA's express written agreement.
Filling with hazardous substances or substances that are hazardous to health,

especially toxic, corrosive, slightly or highly flammable and explosive
substances is not in accordance with the intended use, and is considered as
use of the machine for a purpose other than the intended one.
Operation of the machine in a potentially explosive area is not in accordance
with the intended use, and is considered use of the machine for other than the
intended purpose.
1.6.4 Definitions of terms
Rovema largely follows the national and international standards in its use of
technical terms in the technical documentation.
In addition, there are terms that are still in general usage and so are not listed
here.
This chapter explains terms that repeatedly appear in the various chapters in
this manual.
Packaged product The product filled into the packaging, which can be in the form of granules,
powder, pellets, high-viscosity liquids or low-viscosity liquids, and must be able
to be poured.
Volumetric dosing Rationing of the packaged product by volume, taking in account the factors of
apparent density/volume.
Dosing area The area in which the auger feeder can be applied. The volume is limited by
the auger size.
Intermittent mode The auger feeder operates in start-stop mode during production.
Infeed auger The infeed auger ensures steady product infeed

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Dosing auger Carries out specific dosing of a defined amount and conveys the packaged
product into the packaging or the packaging machine.
Agitators Ensure an even consistency of the product and a homogenous cone of

product around the dosing auger.
Level controller Ensures a constant level of product in the funnel by controlling the product
infeed. The level controller also reports if the funnel is empty.
Vent Compensates the pressure between product infeed and the funnel.
Operating position Position in which the operator normally stays to monitor the machine and
ensure malfunction-free running.
In malfunction-free operation the operating positions are located at the
following points on the machine:
• At the display of the machine
• At all points where for production reasons packaging material and
other materials have to be refilled.
In the event of a malfunction the operating position is at the point where the
malfunction can be corrected without danger to the operator.
For maintenance and servicing work the operator can use the entire area
around the machine.
Machine area A machine area is a part of an entire machine that fulfils a specific function
(e.g. grouping, lidding unit, erection). Machine areas can contain separate
drives, which are also controlled separately. Depending on the design, a
machine area can also be a complete, functional individual machine within an
entire machine.

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Descriptions of individual functions 2
2 Descriptions of individual functions
This part contains descriptions and depictions of individual machine functions.

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Safety equipment 2.1
2.1 Safety equipment
Safety equipment serves to protect your personal safety and to avoid damage
to health! Therefore, knowledge of the following description is an absolute
prerequisite for safe operation of the machine!
This chapter explains the location and functioning of the safety equipment on
the machine. If safety equipment does not work as intended, you can perform
a function check using this description.
Adjustments, repairs and maintenance work on safety-related machine parts
may only be performed by trained technicians. Have performance of such
work confirmed in writing.
The exact number and location of safety equipment depends on the respective
design of the machine and the related sources of danger.
Restart after safety After the machine stops due to triggering of safety equipment, the following
equipment activates work steps have to be carried out to switch the machine back on:
• Eliminate errors in the machine
• Remove packages, packaging material and product remains from
the machine, if necessary
• Close safety guards
• Actuate "Standby" button
• "Machine is ready for production" display appears
• Actuate "Machine on" button
• "Machine running" display appears
DANGER!
Check functioning of the safety switches daily before start of
production!
If the machine cannot be operated despite closed safety guards, check
the safety switches for possible defects and replace defective safety
switches immediately.

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2.1.1 Location of the safety equipment
Figure: Location of the safety equipment

• The filling funnel (2) is secured by a safety switch (1).
• The EMERGENCY STOP button (not illustrated) is located on a
separate control panel (in optional design with its own control unit).
• The main switch (not illustrated) is located on a separate control
panel (in optional design with its own control unit and its own
electrical cabinet).
2.1.2 "Pilz" safety switch
Safety guards/protective hoods on the machine are secured with safety

switches. These switches consist of an actuator and a safety switch.
The safety switch and actuator work together so that the safety device is
released only as long as the actuating element is within the trigger range of the
switch.
If a safety guard/protective hood is opened, power to the machine is cut off;
the work cycle begun is interrupted.

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DANGER!
Safety equipment must not be bypassed or made ineffective!
Perform cleaning, maintenance and repair work only with the main
switch switched off.
After the machine stops due to opening of a safety guard, the following steps
must be carried out to switch the machine back on:
• Remove remaining product and packaging material from the
machine
• Close protective hoods and safety guards
• Press “Standby” button
• “Machine is ready for production” display appears
• Press “Machine on” button
• “Machine running” display appears
2.1.2.1 function check
DANGER!
production!
Check for proper functioning as follows:

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• Switch the machine on if not yet in operation

• Open the safety guard which has the safety switch you want to check
• The machine must react as described above, by shutting off
immediately
ATTENTION!
If the machine does not come to a halt when a safety guard is opened,
the protective system must be checked.
The machine must not be operated again until all defects in the
protective equipment have been remedied.
ATTENTION!
2.1.3 EMERGENCY STOP button
Pressing the EMERGENCY STOP button immediately stops dangerous

machine functions. The EMERGENCY STOP button remains locked in the
pressed position; it must be pulled out to unlock it.
If necessary, also switch off the main switch to eliminate the danger!
DANGER!

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After the machine stops due to the EMERGENCY STOP button, the following
steps must be carried out to switch the machine back on:
• Open protective hoods and safety guards
• Remedy the EMERGENCY STOP situation
• Remove remaining product and packaging material from the
machine
• Close protective hoods and safety guards
• Unlock EMERGENCY STOP button
• Press "Standby" button
• "Machine is ready for production" display appears
• Press "Machine on" button.
• "Machine running" display appears
TIP:
Use the EMERGENCY STOP button only in an emergency!
To save time and packaging, switch the machine off with the "Machine
OFF" button.
2.1.3.1 function check
DANGER!
Check functioning of the EMERGENCY STOP buttons daily before start
of production!
Check for proper functioning as follows:

• Switch the machine on if not yet in operation.
• Press the EMERGENCY STOP button you wish to check.
• The machine must react as described above, by shutting off
immediately.
ATTENTION!
If the machine does not come to a halt when an EMERGENCY STOP
button is pressed, the protective system must be checked.
The machine must not be operated again until all defects in the
protective equipment have been remedied.
2.1.4 Main switch
The main switch cuts off power to all drives and units.
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• the covered main terminals

• the main switch terminals and also
• the connections marked with warning signs
Bring the switch into the "I"- or ON position to supply the machine with electric
current.
Bring the switch into the "O"- or OFF position to cut off power to the machine.
WARNING!
Always switch off the main switch during maintenance, cleaning and
repair work!
Secure the main switch from being switched back on unintentionally or
without authorisation!
DANGER!
production!

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P@ckControl 2.2
2.2 P@ckControl
General The "P@ck-Control" software, designed by ROVEMA for ROVEMA packaging

machines, is extremely capable software for control of complex processes in
a packaging process.
In combination with the "Javis" visualisation software, the touchscreen is the
central operating unit and displays all operating parameters for this packaging
machine.
With this system, you operate the machine during operation. The most
important characteristics of this system include:
• the display of machine conditions
• the opportunity to enter production data
• storage of recipes and configurations
• movement of individual machine drives
• switching on and off of individual machine functions
• use of the integrated online help system
To protect against incorrect operation, some operating areas are secured
through passwords. (password level)
The following description contains the following information about:
• the external menu bar
• the alphanumeric keyboard
• the numeric keyboard
• the password keys/password levels
• the online help system
• the information and error messages
• the switch and jog menu
• the recipe and configuration administration
• the machine data
• the system settings (date, time, language, network...)
• examples for data entry
2.2.1 The main menu
The main menu is the start page for accessing all further settings. Some
functions can only be performed through the external menu bar, which looks
the same in all other menus.

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2.2.1.1 Control elements on the edge of the screen
The external menu bar contains operating elements that are constantly
needed during daily work on machine and display or with which rapid access
is possible to the corresponding functions within the control system.
2.2.1.1.1 The operating elements on the upper screen edge
The upper part of the menu bar gives you the following information:
• the Rovema logo, behind which different system settings are

located, e.g. settings for date and time, an option to select the
language(s) in which the display should be depicted.
• the name of the currently selected menu.
• the machine type and machine area if the machine consists of
several areas that need to be operated separately.
• the password display and entry; the password level that is active at
that time is displayed here. When this button is pressed, a pop-up
menu is opened with "Password" as its first entry; this option can be
used to call up the numeric keypad to allow a different password to
be entered.
• the "?" question mark, which allows you to call up the online help
system.
2.2.1.1.2 The operating elements on the right screen edge
The right part of the menu bar contains the following keys:

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the "Machine on" button to switch on production.

Production is started with this button.
The "Stand-by" button to switch on the stand-by

or the stand-by display
The stand-by display changes, depending on the
machine condition.
If the machine is not in stand-by (e.g. due to a
continuing malfunction), this is displayed by a
crossed-out open circle.
If an error message was displayed, this button
must first be pressed after the error is fixed. The
"Stand-by" button acknowledges all malfunctions
after they are repaired and puts the machine on
stand-by if there are no more errors that can trigger
a machine halt.
Machine stand-by exists when an open circle is

displayed.
The machine can be started with the "Machine
on" button only from this condition.
The "Machine running" sign

This sign is displayed when the machine is running
in malfunction-free operation.
The "Please wait" sign

This sign is displayed when various processes that
do not permit data entry are running in the
background.
The "Machine off" button to switch off production.
2.2.1.1.3 The operating elements on the lower screen edge
In the lower part of the menu bar, you will find the following areas:
the display of time and date.

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the "Switch" button: access to the switches and

jogging buttons for switching various functions on
and off.
the "Main menu" button with which you can

change from each submenu back to the main
menu.
The "Back" button with which you can return to

the last menus in which you previously were.
the Alarm memory button: the alarm memory is

called up when this button is pressed. This
memory contains a list of the alarm messages last
received.
the "Alarm status" display: The colour of the
"Attention" symbol shown on the button indicates
whether there is another alarm message in the
queue or not. A green sign means an info
message; a red sign means that there is still a
malfunction that has not been acknowledged yet. If
no message is in queue, the sign is shown without
colour.
2.2.2 The Switch menu
Figure: Overview of a switch menu with multiple machine areas
General information Press the "Switch" button on the outer menu bar to access the

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• Switch menu of the machine (in the case of individual machines).

• A switch menu overview that is organised according to machine
areas (in the case of machines with multiple areas). Selecting a
machine area in this overview then takes you to the switch menu of
the area concerned.
Structure The switch menu contains:

• Switch for switching machine functions on and off.
The function is switched on and off by pressing the corresponding switch field
(rectangular). After it is switched on, the button is marked in colour.
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If a machine function is switched on or off in the "Switch" menu, the
switch also changes for this function in the corresponding entry menu!
• Jog buttons for triggering certain functons and movements of

individual drives in the machine. The jog buttons are used, for
example, when setting up the machine or checking settings.
The function or movement is triggered by pressing the corresponding touch
field (round) on the touchscreen. Motor drives normally run throughout the
entire time that the button is being pressed. Pneumatic functions are triggered
once.
Additional information on the functions of the individual switches and jog
buttons of the machine areas can be found in the corresponding chapters.
2.2.3 The keyboard
With the keyboard, you enter the letters and numbers when saving a recipe
name or the configuration administration. It appears automatically on the
screen when needed by a menu for input.
The keyboard is used like a computer keyboard:
• keys for letters and numbers
• the Space key for entry of a blank space
• The arrow left/arrow right buttons move the cursor, and hence the
position of the requested editing, the text displayed at that time. As
a result, it is possible to edit only parts of the text without having to
enter the entire text again.
• the Backspace key to delete the last character entered
• the Delete key to delete all entered characters; back to the
previously depicted screen display
• the Cancel key to leave the keyboard; the previously set values
remain valid.
• the Enter key to leave the keyboard; the set value is taken over and
is now valid.

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By default, the display is shown in small letters.

By pressing the Shift key, you change to capital letter display:
2.2.4 The numeric keyboard
With the numeric keyboard, you enter only numbers for parameterising various
machine functions. It appears automatically on the screen when a user action
makes entry of a numeric value necessary (value entry, access
authorisation...).
The keyboard contains the following elements:

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• display of the menu option for which values are to be entered

• display of the current entry
• display of the physical unit of the value to be entered, if such is
present
• display of the maximum permissible value
• display of the minimum permissible value
• the Arrow Up/Down keys to increase/decrease the value stepwise
• keys for entry of numbers
• The comma to enter a number with decimal places.
• The minus key to enter negative values.
• the Backspace key to delete the last character entered
• the Delete key to delete all entered characters;
• the Cancel key to leave the keyboard back to the screen display, as
depicted during entry in the numeric keypad; the previously set
values remain valid unchanged.
• the Enter key to leave the keyboard; the set value is taken over and
is now valid.
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Please note that entries outside the displayed limits are not permitted
and not accepted.
In specific situations, a set value might influence another, and it is
automatically corrected to ensure the ability of the machine to function.
2.2.5 The settings in the "Settings" menu
General information You will find important settings for the overall system under the ROVEMA logo
on the upper menu bar.
• Press the Rovema logo and the following system menu selection is
displayed:

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• Call up the SETTINGS system menu:
Change screen to DISPLAY

Settings for the appearance of the display.
Change screen to ACCESS AUTHORIZATION

Setting and administration of access authorization (passwords)
Change screen to NETWORK

Settings for connecting the machine to a TCP/IP network.
Change screen to MACHINE DATA

Entering information about the machine.
Change screen to BACKUP

Settings for backup of all machine data.
Change screen to EXIT

Setting for exiting and restarting the machine.
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Change screen to MODEM/PPP

Settings for configuring a modem.
2.2.5.1 The settings of the display
General information In this menu, you perform settings that affect the appearance of the screen. As
a result, you can adapt the screen to different environmental conditions or to
your individual requirements.
Set the times for the screensaver, the contrast and the brightness as you wish.
2.2.5.2 Setting of access rights
To prevent certain machine settings being changed by unauthorized persons,

some menus and their contents are protected by passwords.
If the password entry prompt appears on the screen, the operator must first
verify that he or she has access authorization by entering the correct
password.
Passwords are entered with the help of the ten-key pad and finished with the Enter key.
The required access level is displayed in the header of the ten-key pad.
Access levels There are four different access levels, three of which are granted only by
entering the corresponding password. The higher access levels include the
lower access levels.
Level "0", without Access to all operating and switch menus; reading of the settings; input of the
password basic parameters in the data overview; no password required.

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Level "1" (operator), Loading recipes, changing all setting parameters and switch settings in the
password 1 operating, switch and jog menus.
Level "2" (setup Loading, saving and deleting recipes; viewing the configuration data.
person), password 2
Level "3" (foreman), Changing the configuration data in the service menu; changing passwords.
password 3 The access authorization remains valid until overridden by a new password or
until the duration of password validity expires. (see: password timeout)
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To keep this protection effective, you should assign passwords for the
individual levels only to users who are familiar with the respective
operations and who are aware of the potential consequences of
changing the setting data.
To manage access authorization, press the menu option Settings/Access

authorization under the ROVEMA logo.
To be able to change settings in this menu, you must first verify that you are
authorised to do so by entering the password of the highest level.
You are now asked to enter your password for the highest level:

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Your password is hidden during entry by displaying *** for the individual
numbers you enter.
After the valid password is successfully entered, the Access authorization

menu shows you a list of all currently valid passwords.

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Changing The passwords set by ROVEMA at the factory are shown on the last page of
passwords this operating manual; after referring to this page, you should keep it separate
from the manual to prevent access by unauthorized persons.
Select the password level that you want to reset. The numeric keypad then
appears displaying the valid password for this level. Overwrite the old
password (in the example shown, "1234") by entry of the new value (in the
displayed example "4321") and end the entry with the Enter key.

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The overview then reappears with the new passwords:
Since you are still at the highest password level, you should now reset the
password. To do this, press the key symbol on the upper menu bar:

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You can now:

• press the Enter key without making any further entries. This sets the
password back to level "0".
or
• enter a new password for Level 2 or 3, to enter a corresponding
authorization for the machine user.
Password timeout The access authorization remains valid until overridden by a new password or
until the duration of password validity expires.
To change the duration of password validity, press the menu option Password
timeout xxx min
You can now specify how long a password should remain valid, by setting a
duration of between 1 and 120 minutes.
After this time expires, the password level is automatically set to "0". Additional
entries requiring a higher access level can then only be made once the
password has been entered again.
Enable static limits A machine may contain devices that do not belong to the standard equipment
and inputs of the machine and that can be selectively switched on or off during
production.
The following situations are possible in respect of a device such as this:
• If the device is switched off using the corresponding switch, all entry
fields associated exclusively with this device can no longer be used.
These entry fields may be hidden or greyed out. Possible course
curves of this device are not calculated.
• If such a device is switched on again, a complete course curve
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calculations produce an error, the calculation module does not allow

the device to be switched on, but the old limit values are retained.
• If the device cannot be activated again due to implausible values (for
example, after the machine is switched on for the first time), the
"Enable static limits and inputs" switch can be switched off in
order to deactivate the dynamic limit value calculation. That means
that all operating fields of the device can be used again, allowing
valid values to be set.
The "Enable static limits and inputs" switch is a function that only trained
personnel should use!
An overview of the options, in table form:
Table 1:
Device Switch Operation Limit value
setting calculation
Activated Off All input fields are active Active
Activated On All input fields are active Not active
Not activated Off Input fields cannot be used Active
Not activated Off All input fields are active Not active
2.2.5.3 The network settings
General information Important setting, which permits controlling the machine via a network, can be
found under the ROVEMA logo on the upper menu bar.
• Press the Rovema logo and the following system menu selection is
displayed:

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• Change to the SETTINGS system menu:
• Call up the NETWORK system menu:
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To be able to change settings in this menu, you must first verify that you
are authorised to do so by entering the appropriate password.
The machine network works with the TCP/IP protocol.

• Set the IP address that you get from your network administrator.
TO PREVENT DISRUPTION TO THE NETWORK ENTER ONLY AN IP
ADDRESS RELEASED IN YOUR COMPANY.
When you exit the menu, the new IP address is adopted immediately and
displayed. (The IP address shown in the illustration is only an example.)
The host name cannot be entered here, but is not absolutely necessary for
network operation.

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If you have entered the network address, you can perform data backup for the
machine via an FTP program.
2.2.5.4 The settings in the "Machine data" menu
2.2.5.4.1 Screen presentation
2.2.5.4.2 Description
Machine number
Enter here the ROVEMA machine number and the type designation of the
machines.
2.2.5.5 The settings in the "Data protection" menu
General information Whenever the control unit is powered up (main switch on), backups of the
most recently active machine data (data resources) plus the recipe and
configuration data are automatically created on the machine. These are sorted
by day of the week with up to 10 individual states being saved on the system
(i.e. up to 10 switch-off and restart operations). If the machine is not switched
off and restarted for a whole day or more, the backups from the previous week
(or even earlier) are retained for this particular day. As soon as the first backup
of the day is created, all the existing backups from the previous week are
deleted so that only there is only ever one set of backups relating to a
particular day

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Change screen to RESTORE MACHINE DATA

For switching to a screen that allows you to select a restore machine data
option.
"Restore entire installation" switch

This resets the entire machine control installation to the state of the existing
backup.
The machine may not be running during the process and cannot be operated.
The process can take up to one hour.
All changes made since the last backup will be lost. The machine must then
be restarted at the main switch.
"Free space in the file system" value display

Indicates when there is free storage space available on the CompactFlash
(hard disk).
"Message" value display

If operating system messages occur when creating or restoring a backup, they
are displayed here.
"Error" value display

The total number of errors that have occurred while creating or restoring a
backup.
The display is reset when the machine is restarted.
"Backup entire installation" switch

This starts a backup of the entire installation. An older backup will be
overwritten.

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The machine may not be running during the process. It can take a few minutes.
2.2.5.5.3 "Restore machine data" configuration menu
This menu tells you the date on which a backup was created for a particular
day of the week.
2.2.5.5.3.1 Screen presentation
2.2.5.5.3.2 Description
"Monday - Sunday" switch

Button(s) for selecting a day for the machine data or recipe and configuration
backup that you want to restore. Only those days for which there is at least one
backup are displayed.
The date that appears next to a particular button is the date on which a backup
was last created for this day of the week. Backups that relate to the same day
of the week but date from previous weeks are deleted automatically.
"Restore machine data" switch

This is used to reset the setting values and machine data to the state of the
selected backup (state when machine is turned on).
The machine may not be running during the process! All values that have
changed since the machine was turned on will be lost!
The machine must then be restarted at the main switch.
"Restore recipe and configuration data" switch

This is used to reset the configuration and recipe data to the state of the
selected backup (state when machine is turned on).

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The machine may not be running during the process! All recipes and
configurations that have changed since the machine was turned on will be lost!
The machine must then be restarted at the main switch.
2.2.5.6 Settings in the "Modem/PPP" menu
"Modem / PPP" switch

This switch activates the modem connection for the purpose of accessing the
P@ck-Control system.
MSN 1
First dedicated ISDN telephone number of the P@ck-Control system.
MSN 1
Second dedicated ISDN telephone number of the P@ck-Control system.
2.2.6 Printout of machine data
General You will find the menu for printout of machine data under the ROVEMA logo
on the upper menu bar.
Press on the Rovema logo; among other things, the following submenu
appears:

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Choose the "Print" submenu. This menu permits printout of saved recipes and
the alarm list.
Preparation • Change into the "Recipes" menu in the main menu.

• Load the recipe and configuration whose data you want to print
(configurations can only be loaded when this is intended in the
machine software).
• Change into the "Print" menu under the ROVEMA logo on the upper
menu bar
Selection of data "recipe data", "configuration data" and "further data"

The three parameters "recipe data", "configuration data" and "further data"
create a filter for the values to be output. At least one of these parameters must
be switched on; otherwise, there is no output. Only when all three are switched
on are all setting values output.
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Recipe data
All saved recipe data of the actively loaded recipe are printed out.
configuration data
All saved configuration data of the actively loaded recipe are printed out.
Further values
All setting values that are not specific either to the recipe or the configuration
are printed out.
password levels
For each value, the password level for write and read authorisation is printed
out.
Limits
All dynamic and static limit values are printed out.
Selection of alarm "Alarm messages" and "info messages"

messages The two parameters "alarm messages" and "info messages" form a filter for
the values to be output. At least one of these parameters must be switched on;
otherwise, there is no output. Only when both are switched on are all
messages output.
2.2.6.1 Adjustment of the print output

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Selection of output Printer

Output is made on a connected printer. This requires connection of a printer to
the parallel interface.
TXT file
The data are secured in a text file.
CSV file
The data are secured in a CSV file. This file can then be converted into an
Excel file.
To start the output, you must activate at least one of the outputs!
Lines per page

The parameter "Lines per page" specifies how many lines fit on a page before
a page feed is triggered. The value must lie between 10 and 99999.
Up to 70 lines can be printed on matrix printers with 12-inch-long tabulating
paper. For an inkjet printer with DIN A4 paper, a setting of 59 lines is
recommended.
2.2.7 The recipe administration
General information Press the following menu selection button in the machine's main menu:
By doing so you go to the RECIPE ADMINISTRATIONmenu. This menu

permits loading, saving and deleting of recipes.

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The recipes each contain a complete machine data record, allowing product-
specific machine data to be permanently saved and retrieved again at any
time.
For easy identification, each recipe has a designation that the used can assign
freely using the on-screen keyboard.
In the standard version, a maximum of 100 recipes can be saved.
Recipe administration contains the following elements:
The Up arrow button, for scrolling upwards in the recipe

list.
The Down arrow button, for scrolling downwards in the

recipe list.
The Reset changes button, for resetting the settings to

the values saved in the recipe.
The Delete button, for deleting recipes.
The Save button, for saving recipes.
The Load button, for loading recipes.
Optional: The Changeover button for changing over

between recipe and configuration administration. (see
also section 2.2.7.1 - Configuration administration
(optional))

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Creating a recipe To save a new recipe in a specific storage space, first select the storage space
in which the recipe should be saved. Go to the space with the Up/Down arrow
buttons. You can use the scroll button to move the marking 10 lines up or
down. While you hold down an arrow button, a dark-grey bar moves up or
down, indicating the selected storage space.
Free storage spaces are marked with ---?---.
Now press the Save button. If you are not in the right access level, you are
now requested to enter the password:
After the correct password is entered, the alphanumeric keyboard appears:
Enter any desired name for your recipe.

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Complete your entry with the Enter key. Then you see the recipe on the
previously selected storage space.
2.2.7.1 Configuration administration (optional)
General information If a machine is equipped with various assemblies designed for certain types of
working, the control must be set up for that type of working. Setting up the
software is made easier by entering a configuration. The “Configuration
administration” menu has been provided for this purpose.
Loading a machine configuration causes menus and/or individual menu
parameters to be shown which are required for the selected machine
configuration, and causes menus and/or individual menu items to be hidden
which are not required for the selected machine configuration. Furthermore,
limits are loaded for particular menu parameters which apply specifically to
that machine configuration.
Pressing the Changeover button (see figure below) allows you to change
over between the "Recipe administration" and the "Configuration
administration" .

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Display of recipe administration:
Display of configuration administration:
The procedure for saving and deleting a machine configuration is the same
as the procedure described in the “Recipe administration” section.
To load a machine configuration, proceed as follows:

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• Go to the RECIPE ADMINISTRATIONmenu.

• When you press the Changeover button, the Configuration
administration is displayed on the screen.
• Select the desired machine configuration.
• When you press the Load button, the message “Please turn the
machine off and back on at the main switch" is displayed on screen.
• Turn off the machine at the main switch. Do not turn the machine
back on again yet!
• First set up the machine for the selected configuration by
mechanically installing/removing assemblies.
• Then, as the final step in the change of configuration, switch the
machine back on at the main switch.
The selected machine configuration is not loaded until the
machine restarts.
• Go to the RECIPE ADMINISTRATIONmenu.
• Load a recipe in the RECIPE ADMINISTRATION menu.
2.2.8 The machine data recording MDR
General information Press the following menu selection button in the machine's main menu:
By doing so, you go the MDR - (Machine-Data-Recording) menu.

The operator of the machine has the option of entering or reading off
production-specific machine data using this menu.

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2.2.8.1 Screen presentation
2.2.8.2 Description
Operating hours
This menu item serves to display the operating time of the machine in hours.
Product counter
This menu item displays the quantity of all of the packages produced with this
machine so far.
Batch set/actual
These two menu items are directly linked with each other.
The menu item "Batch set" can be used to specify the quantity of product to
be produced, e.g. during a product or format change.
The menu item "Batch actual" can be used to display the products still to be
produced within this batch.
At the beginning of a batch first the value specified under "Charge set" is
adopted ant the display counts down as production proceeds. Once the
desired quantity is reached, the message "Batch reached" appears on the
display, and production is interrupted.
The charge counter is switched off by entering the value 0 under "Batch set".
"Reset" buttons
The individual counters are reset with these buttons
2.2.9 The online help system
ROVEMA offers you various possibilities to become familiar with the machine.
These include printed manuals and the online help.

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The touchscreen always makes the online help system available in the upper
menu bar. Access from the screen menus is possible at all times.
Starting the online Press the question mark key "?" on the display and choose from the
help submenus:
Content of the help

Under this menu option, you will find the complete instruction manual for the
machine.
The help content is presented in the same structure as in the printed manual.
If you are looking for a specific chapter, go there with the Arrow Up and Down
keys or the PageUp and PageDown keys.
Each time you press on a heading in the table of contents, the subject is
displayed in the window. After pressing the Forward and Back keys, you return
to the overview; by pressing the Exit key, you return to machine operation.
Help for screen

When you select this menu, the information on the menu screen from which
you started the online help is provided to you.
If there is no help on the screen you called up, you automatically return to the
help main directory. There you can search for further topics or leave the help.

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Search in the table of • Press on a title in the window.

contents for a The corresponding subject is displayed in the window.
subject
• With the Forward and Back keys, you return to the table of contents.
This is how you leave the online help:
Press the button located in the lower left on the display.
2.2.10 The alarm messages
The messages shown on the display are differentiated between:

Info messages
Error messages
The info messages show only a certain running procedure or request an
action; the message disappears automatically after a certain time.
The errors occurring during operation of the machine are displayed as a plain
text error message on the touchscreen in a window.
The display occurs immediately after an error occurs.
At the same time, the button for changing into the alarm memory on the lower
left menu bar signals that an error is in the queue. The button does this by
changing colour.
(Display colour "grey":

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(Display colour "green":

There is an info message
(Display colour "red":

There is an alarm message
If an error occurs, do the following:

• Repair the error
• Acknowledge the error with the OK button if the alarm was not
automatically acknowledged
• (The window with the plain text error message disappears)
• Press the Standby button on the external menu bar
• The alarm memory button changes its colour into the normal mode
(grey)
2.2.11 The alarm memory
General information All displayed info messages and errors are saved in an alarm memory. This
memory is designed as a ring memory and can hold up to 99 items. This
means that after the 99th memory space is reached, the oldest error entry is
deleted and overwritten by the new one.
You can access the error memory as follows:
• Via the Alarm memory button, which takes the form of a "Caution"
symbol on the outer menu bar at the bottom.
• Via the "Next" button in an alarm window.
The contents of the error memory can be viewed but not deleted. In certain
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Design of the display The design of the error memory on the screen shown above:
Column: Incoming Start of the error (time)
Column: Outgoing End of the error (time)
Column: MA Machine area in which the error occurred
Column: Error or info message in plain text
Press the arrow key to determine the sort sequence category. It is possible to
sort in ascending or descending order. Depending on the category, sorting is
performed on the basis of time or alphabetically.
Select the error message you want more information on. If Alarm is selected,
all messages are displayed; otherwise, only error or info messages,
depending on the selection.
The double arrow key can be used to toggle between the Alarm, Error or Info
message displays.
Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to scroll through the error memory in single
steps.
Touching an individual error message displays further details about that error.
This display window can also be used to display an online help function for the
error that has occurred.
2.2.12 Basic settings
In the following chapter, you will find descriptions that belong to the basic
setting of the machine. Basic settings are values belonging to a basic
configuration and which refer to different areas of the machine.
In the basic settings, gear compensations, encoder resolutions, motor rotation
speeds and flows as well as further important basic values are defined.
The adjustment and evaluation of such values requires a deep knowledge of
machine control and programming, which is why these basic settings are
made at the factory by Rovema.

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The menus and values belonging to the basic setting are marked by the
password level "E". This access is not permitted for the machine user!
If you have to make an intervention within the framework of remote
diagnosis of the machine, you will receive a temporary password from
Rovema to gain this access!
2.2.12.1 "Machine area status" menu
This screen shows the current status of a machine area. The machine area is
depicted in the upper menu bar to the left of the wrench.
Variables of the error reactions are displayed in the left area of the screen.
Status information of the PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) is displayed in
the right area of the screen.
Stop
The machine is stopped immediately after an error occurs.
Stop
The machine is stopped in a stop position after an error occurs; stand-by is
lost.
Halt standby
The machine is halted in a halt position after an error occurs; stand-by is
maintained.

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Halt standby D
The machine is halted in a halt position with a delay after an error occurs;
stand-by is maintained.
Error
There is an error. The infos are also included here.
Ready
The machine stand-by is present; the machine can be switched on.
First switch on
The machine is switched on, but not yet in automatic mode.
Running
The machine is in automatic operation
Set up
The machine is in set-up mode
Safely closed
The safety chain is closed
2.2.12.1.3 "Diagnostics Machine Area" menu
General information Press the following menu selection button in the machine area's main menu:
By doing so you go to the MACHINE AREA DIAGNOSISmenu.

In this menu, important data about the condition and status displays of the
axes in this machine area can be viewed.

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Change screen to STATUS

For accessing the STATUS menu so that machine statuses can be displayed.
Change screen to SERCOS III

For accessing the SERCOS III menu so that statuses of the SERCOS III bus
system can be displayed.
2.2.12.2 "Motor current" menu
ATTENTION!
Incorrect settings can lead to improper functioning and damage to the
machine!
This part of the control unit may only be operated by correspondingly
qualified personnel!

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DID
This menu option contains a motor labeling that is also used in the wiring
diagrams of the electrical documentation to uniquely identify the motor.
Motor current data plate

Enter here the motor current that is on the motor data plate.
Current values of motor current

This display field shows the momentary current consumption of the motor.
The display value is correct only if the correct motor current was previously
entered in the "Motor current data plate" menu option!
active
With this switch, the motor can be switched off. But in this case, it can no
longer be switched on in one of the submenus!
2.2.12.3 "Configuration" menu
ATTENTION!
machine!

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Position controller
The parameters for the drive and transmission to the axis are set in this menu.
Gear compensation
Adjustment of "bent" gear transmissions.
Current values
The current actual values of the axis.
Exception
The parameter for velocities when handling malfunctions of the axis.
Axis
This menu includes definition of the maximum drive parameters and final
positions.
2.2.12.4 "Position controller 1" menu
The screen is divided in two. With the ">>/<<" buttons on the lower edge of the
display window, you change from one screen display into the other.
ATTENTION!
machine!

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KP, KI, KD, KV

Controller parameters for the drive.
nMotor 10V
Maximum speed of the connected drive. Dependant on the maximum
frequency of the converter servo.
Position error limit

This value is calculated from the formula:
x = 0.004 x [(nMotor10V x encoder resolution) / (KP x iMotor/encoder]
encoder evaluation
Here, the value "4" must always be entered.
encoder resolution
Resolution of the connected encoder.
i motor/encoder
The value for this display is calculated according to the following equation:
Motor rotation speed x (numerator/denominator) = iMotor/encoder
Nominal value inversion

Inverting of these two values is used for setting the direction of rotation of the
drive.
If the axis starts up quickly after the start and this triggers a position error, this
switch must be switched over. (Direction of rotation and nominal value do not
fit together.

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If the axis runs correctly, but the direction of rotation is incorrect, (via PLC,
check in the jog mode: Jog forward=actual position becomes greater, jog
backward=actual position becomes smaller) both switches must be adjusted.
Encoder inverting
drive.
fit together.
Line simulation
If this switch is switched on, the encoder is simulated. No signals of the
encoder are evaluated thereby.
TIP:
This switch is used exclusively for test purposes. This switch must be
switched off during running operation!
Encoder monitoring
Encoder monitoring is an important diagnosis function. The switched-on
encoder monitoring monitors the zero track of the encoder and outputs the
number of pulses per revolution.
TIP:
If this function is switched off, this can lead to destruction of machine
components if an encoder has a malfunction and this was not
monitored!
2.2.12.5 "Position controller 2" menu
The screen is divided in two. With the ">>/<<" buttons on the lower edge of the
display window, you change from one screen display into the other.
ATTENTION!
machine!

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Nominal value inversion

drive.
fit together.
Encoder inverting
drive.
fit together.
Line simulation
If this switch is switched on, the encoder is simulated. No signals of the
encoder are evaluated thereby.
TIP:
This switch is used exclusively for test purposes. This switch must be
switched off during running operation!

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Encoder monitoring
Encoder monitoring is an important diagnosis function. The switched-on
encoder monitoring monitors the zero track of the encoder and outputs the
number of pulses per revolution.
TIP:
If this function is switched off, this can lead to destruction of machine
components if an encoder has a malfunction and this was not
monitored!
2.2.12.6 "Gear compensation" menu
TIP:
This menu is an area that may only be operated by Rovema personnel.
The drives of the P@ck-Control control unit work incrementally. To record the
location, a real encoder is attached to the drive unit. The drive unit can be a
turning motor or a linear motor. A general problem with positioning controls is
that various gears and feed constants are located between the actual
application and the real encoder of various gears. In the case of relative
positioning tasks, it is essential that relative positioning paths should be
converted into integral incremental paths.
Settings in this menu may only be made by Rovema technicians!

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2.2.12.7 "Actual values" menu
TIP:
The "Current values" menu is a pure display menu and provides the
experienced technician with information about important machine
values.
Positions
The diagnosis values of the position controller are displayed in this menu
section.
Saved positions
This menu section displays the positions recognised by strobe, index or the
zero track. In the case of strobe and index, this is both the positive and the
negative edge.
Drive type
The drive type indicates which run the axis is currently executing, e.g.:
run by velocity, run by trapezium, cam disc, angle reference run, etc.
raw state
The raw state shows the condition of the axis during the respective run that is
shown under drive type.

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2.2.12.8 "Exception" menu
With these parameters, a correction run is performed within the exception.
ATTENTION!
machine!
The control unit offers a universal opportunity for exception handling of axes.
Exception handling permits handling malfunctions of an axis in such a way that
a machine's operation can be continued after a malfunction is remedied
without having to newly reference individual axes. To allow this, relevant
positions of the axes are restored through positioning processes during
exception handling. Exception handling is always necessary when an axis
cannot follow the movement pattern demanded of it. This normally becomes
apparent by exceeding the position error limit set by the user. Reasons for the
incorrect behaviour or an axis can be:
• The drive locks up
• The drive is overloaded
• There is no power supply
• The drive has a disabled controller
In addition, when a machine is operated in specific situations, it can also be
necessary to move an axis manually, such as to clear out a machine after a

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malfunction. In such situations, power to the drives is normally switched off,

and they can then be moved manually. Through the use of exception handling,
proper operation can also be resumed after such disturbances without having
to newly reference the axes.
This area may only be operated by Rovema technicians!
2.2.12.9 "Axis" menu
In this menu, the limit values for an axis are set.

In the case of rotating axes, the values refer to revolutions (rev) or (°); in the
case of linear axes, to a length (m) or (mm); see lower examples of the
displays of two axes.

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Max. velocity
With this setting, the maximum velocity of the drive is set in (rev/min).
Max. acceleration
This setting determines the maximum acceleration in (rev/s2) with which the
drive starts (m/sec).
Max. delay
This setting determines the maximum deceleration in (rev/s2) with which the
drive brakes (m/sec).
The final positions of The final positions of a rotating axis always lie in the range of -359° to 360°.
rotating axes
The final positions of Example of a linear axis:

a linear axis:
2 6
5
3 4 7
1 Zero point
2 Max. negative
3 Final position negative
4 0 mm
5 Offset
6 Max. positive
7 Final position positive
The example of a linear axis shows where the limit values of an axis are set.
The entire path of the axis from right stop to left stop
Final position positive

Section from the reference initiator to the positive stop
Final position negative

Section from the reference initiator to the negative stop

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Offset
Definition of the zero point (actual position "0").
From a possible reference offset, the resulting limit values for the movement
parameters, applied to the zero point, are calculated.
N/F max. Motor Automatic

This setting specifies the maximum torque of the drive in (Nm) in automatic
mode.
N/F max. Motor Jog Mode

This setting specifies the maximum torque of the drive in (Nm) in jog mode.
Change screen to MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS

For switching to a screen that lists the specifications of the axis drive motor.
Zero point distance

This setting specifies the "zero point distance" of the drive (rotating axes in
degrees, linear axes in mm). Before doing this, push or jog the drive to its zero
position (marking on the axis). After that the value must be entered under
"Position Marking Axis", if this menu item is available.
Position Marking Axis

This setting specifies which value in (mm) has to be entered as the "zero
point distance" of the drive.
Jog
Use the +/- buttons to move the function forwards (+) or backwards (-)
TIP:
Each jog function is assigned an "Actual Position" menu option where
you can read off the position where the drive is located. To move the
actual position forward press the (+) button; to move it back press the (-
) button.
These values may also be taken over as values for the entry in a menu.
TIP:
There is no position monitoring in jog mode. Therefore when you trigger
the jog function, you must ensure that the movement does not cause a
collision with other modules of the machine. The jog function only stops
automatically when the mechanical final position of the axis is reached.
2.2.13 Runs
General The movement sequence of an axis is controlled via so-called runs.

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In setting the runs in the vrious menus, different settings are made:
• Velocities
• Accelerations
• Positions
• E-shafts
• Cam discs
• Reference runs
These runs are in the data storage unit of the machine and are called up when
needed by the PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), which coordinates the
entire machine process.
Under the Runs menu option, for each axis you will find the settings of all runs
of these axes. You thereby first find the runs that control the machine's
automatic operation.
In addition, you will find runs that you need for references, jogging and format-
dependent basic positions.
The individual functions are described in detail in the respective chapters of
this manual.
Value entries You cannot enter some values because they are basic settings of the machine
or these values are calculated by the control unit. You can recognise these
fields by their bright background .
• All values are entered in so-called SI units.
• Values that refer to linear movement sequences are entered in [m,
m/s, m/s2].
• Values that refer to rotary movements are entered in [Rev.,°, Rev/s,
Rev/s2].
2.2.13.1 Runs according to velocity
Settings of the runs of a drive according to velocities. This run is able to run
through a velocity profile. The acceleration, deceleration and velocity for the
velocity profile must be made available in the parameters described below.

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Movement profile of a run by velocity
1 Velocity
2 Acceleration
3 Deceleration
If the velocity movement is started, the run changes into the condition 'Axis
runs through velocity' and accelerates to the velocity with the stated
acceleration. If the movement is cancelled, the movement is braked with the
stated deceleration into the standstill.
The jog mode is carried out with the settings of this run. The entry mask for
setting of the run has 3 menu options:
Velocity
With this setting, the final velocity of the drive is set. The axis moves forward
when the velocity value is specified as a positive value. The axis moves
backward when the velocity value is specified as a negative value.

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The value for the velocity may be changed during the movement. If, for
example, the value changes during the movement, the axis accelerates to this
new velocity and continues to run with this. If the axis is currently in an
acceleration or deceleration process, the velocity is reached in the subsequent
movement phase.
Acceleration
This setting determines the acceleration with which the drive starts (m/sec).
The value for the acceleration may be changed during the movement. If, for
example, the value changes during movement, the axis accelerates with this
value immediately when it is currently in the acceleration process, or in the
next acceleration process.
Deceleration
This setting determines the deceleration with which the drive brakes (m/sec).
The value for the deceleration may be changed during the movement. If, for
example, the value changes during movement, the axis decelerates with this
value immediately when it is currently in the deceleration process, or in the
next deceleration process.
2.2.13.2 Runs according to trapezium
Adjustment of the runs of a drive according to a trapezium-shaped movement

profile. Differentiation is made between two trapezium runs:

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Movement profile of a run by trapezium:
1 Velocity
2 Acceleration
3 Deceleration
4 Stop - deceleration
5 Path
Velocity
This setting determines the final velocity of the drive
Acceleration
This setting determines the acceleration with which the drive starts.
Deceleration
This setting determines the deceleration with which the drive brakes.
Stop deceleration
This setting determines the deceleration with which the drive brakes in case of
malfunctions. This value should be higher than the "deceleration" value in
order to achieve a fast standstill in a malfunction situation.
Path
Here the entire path to be followed is entered (corresponds to the trapezium
surface in the graphic) or the path calculated by the control unit is displayed.
Actual position
This value is a pure display value that shows the momentary position of the
drive.

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2.2.13.3 Format drive (orienting run)
The format drive (orienting run) is a trapezium run with which the axis is driven
into the format-dependent initial positions of the axis. It is started directly after
the reference run or after a reset of the machine.
Velocity
This setting determines the final velocity of the drive
Acceleration
Deceleration
Stop deceleration
This setting determines the deceleration with which the drive brakes in case of
malfunctions. This value should be higher than the "deceleration" value in
order to achieve a fast standstill in a malfunction situation.
Actual position
This value is a pure display value that shows the momentary position of the
drive.

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Example of a linear axis:
1 Reference initiator
2 Reference offset
3 Path
4 Format offset
5 Negative limit
6 Positive limit
The example of a linear axis shows how the path of an axis is set.
Path
The entire path of the axis from right stop to left stop
Final position positive

Section from the reference initiator to the positive stop
Final position negative

Section from the reference initiator to the negative stop
Reference offset
Definition of the zero point (actual position "0").
Positive limit
Value= Positive final position minus reference offset

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Negative limit
Value= Negative final position minus reference offset
Format offset
The format offset displaces the start point of the axis in a format-dependent
manner. The positions for switching functions located on the path are always
the same.
2.2.13.4 Reference runs
TIP:
The following information mainly serves a better understanding of the
machine processes.
Reference run means running one or more drives of a machine to a previously

determined reference position, from which the axis starts to carry out its
movement.
To determine such a reference position, it must previously be defined in the
menus described below.
Depending on the type of hardware used, there can be several screen masks
in which settings must be made. It may also be that individual menu options
cannot be set since they are automatically calculated. These menu options
appear light grey in the depiction
TIP:
The reference position remains in place until the machine is switched off
or the reference offset adjusted! After a machine restart, a reference run
is automatically performed.
2.2.13.4.1 Reference run to initiator
In the following, the reference run to the initiator is described.
TIP:
machine processes. You should not make any changes in this menu!
The purpose of a reference run is for an axis find a reference position. This
reference position remains in place until the machine is switched off or the
reference offset adjusted!
This reference run makes it possible to run to the positive or negative edge of
an initiator or to the zero impulse of the incremental encoder of the axis; then
another optional offset is run. The run thereby covers at most the set search
path using the parameters acceleration, deceleration and velocity.

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Reference offset
The reference offset defines the path from the reference initiator to the point
where the zero point of the axis should be. This point has the value "0" in the
actual display.
Reference velocity
This is the velocity with which the axis carries out the reference run to find its
reference point.
Offset velocity
The run to the offset point takes place at this velocity after the offset point is
reached.
Acceleration
Deceleration
Max. search path

This is the maximum path that an axis covers to find its reference point
(initiator, zero track in the encoder). A negative or positive algebraic sign
determines the direction in which the reference run starts:
Negative algebraic sign = target direction backwards
Positive algebraic sign = target direction forwards

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2.2.13.4.2 Reference run to edge and drive free of the initiator
The following describes the reference run to the edge and the drive free of the
initiator.
TIP:
Reference offset
actual display.
Reference velocity
reference point.
Offset velocity
reached.
Acceleration
Deceleration
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Max. search path

2.2.13.4.3 Wink reference run 01
TIP:
This reference run makes it possible to run to the exact centre point of an
initiator. The run thereby covers at most the set search path using the
parameters velocity, acceleration and deceleration.
Reference offset
actual display.

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Reference velocity
reference point.
Offset velocity
reached.
Acceleration
Deceleration
Max. search path

2.2.13.4.4 Wink reference run 02
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Reference offset
actual display.
Reference velocity
reference point.
Offset velocity
reached.
Acceleration
Deceleration
Max. search path


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2.2.13.4.5 Reference run with filter 01
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Reference offset
actual display.
Reference velocity
reference point.
Offset velocity
reached.

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Acceleration
Deceleration
Max. search path

TIP:
The menu parameters on the right side of the menu may only be changed
by Rovema!

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Layout and function 2.3
2.3 Layout and function
Layout The auger feeder essentially consists of the following parts:
4
7 5
8
6
9
Figure: Structure of the auger feeder

1 Servo drive for dosing auger
3 Level regulation
4 Funnel vent
5 Filling funnel
6 Dosing auger
7 Agitators
8 Auger tube
9 Retention fixture
Functions The product being dosed is fed via an infeed into the filling funnel (5) of the
auger feeder. The level comtroller (3) monitors the product level in the funnel
and if it falls below a certain level, the level controller either switches off dosing
or adjusts the (optional) infeed auger.
The funnel vent (4) makes sure that overpressure does not build up in the
funnel in the course of production. This is especially important in closed
systems.
The agitators (7) distribute the product evenly in the filling funnel and around
the dosing auger. This results in an even product consistency.
The dosing auger (6) transports the product by turning in the auger tube (8).
The retention fixture (9) prevents uncontrolled flow of the product out of the
auger tube. The particular retention fixture used varies depending on the
product (e.g. tapered plug, sieve, half-cup lock).

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Layout and function 2.3
Drive and drive Drive source of the dosing auger is a servo motor (1), that transmits the
transmission power to the shaft with which the auger is connected via the auger retainer.
The agitators are driven by a motor (2) via a drive chain.
WARNING!
Metal chips in the product!
Make sure that metal parts in the dosing unit do not grind against one
another.
Check the agitators, the dosing auger, the augur tube and the dosing
funnel daily for signs of grinding.
If you discover signs of grinding, production must not resume until the
fault has been rectified.
Rovema recommends connecting a metal detector downstream to detect
metallic contaminants in the product.

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Supply auger 2.4
2.4 Supply auger
2.4.1 Supply auger (overview)
2 3 4 5
1 Product infeed
2 Product discharge
3 Infeed auger
4 Star knob
5 Drive motor
Purpose The product infeed auger ensures continuous flow of product to the filling
funnel of the auger feeder.
Function The product is conveyed by the auger (3) from the product infeed opening (1)
to the product discharge opening (2). The product discharge opening opens
into the filling funnel of the auger feeder.
The connection between the product infeed (1) and the customer's storage
installations (silo, hopper etc.) must be secured by a fixture which makes it
impossible to reach into the opening of the infeed auger. The connection must
be designed so that it can only be removed using tools. (Design in accordance
with the valid harmonized EN standards regarding reaching in/out with hands
etc.)
Control All parameters required for operation of the infeed are set in the DOSAGE/
INFEED menu.

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WARNING!
Danger of injury from moving parts!
Start the following work only when the feeder is switched off and
secured against unintentional restart!
Maintenance The infeed auger is dismantled for cleaning and maintenance work:
• Pull out the plug on the drive motor
• Unscrew the star knobs (4)
• Pull the drive motor with the auger attached out of the tube
• Clean all parts and re-assemble them
2.4.2 "Infeed" menu
General Information This menu comprises all input values for selecting the product supply of the
screw proportioning device.
2.4.2.2 Description
Wrench to change screen, infeed

This takes you to the configuration screen for the infeed.

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"Infeed" switch
This switch can be used to switch the infeed on or off. The switch must be
switched on in production mode. When the switch is on, then the infeed auger
is always set in motion whenever product needs to be infed. If the switch is
switched off and product needs to be infed, then the error message "No
product because infeed switched off" is displayed. If the production mode is to
be stopped, switching off the infeed can mean that production will continue for
as long as it takes until refilling is necessary. Before refilling takes place, the
mode is stopped with the error message "No product because infeed switched
off".
Max. infeed time [s]

for entering the maximum infeed time. This value sets the period for which the
product infeed can convey the product before the "No product" error message
appears.
Speed [rev./min]
For entering the desired speed of the infeed auger. This value defines the
speed of the infeed auger in revolutions per minute (rpm).
"Stop after maximum infeed time" switch

This switch is used to determine whether the infeed is stopped after expiry of
the maximum infeed time (switch position "On") or continues to run (switch
position "Off").
"Filled square" display: the infeed stop is activated. The infeed stops as soon
as the maximum infeed time is reached and no product has been moved.
"Unfilled square" display: After reaching the maximum infeed time without any
product having been moved, an error message is displayed on the screen, but
the infeed continues to run.
"Infeed active" status display

This field is used to display the operating status of the infeed auger.
"Filled square" display: Product is being moved.
"Unfilled square" display: Product is not being moved.
"Level probe active" status display

This field is used to display the operating status of the level probes. "Filled
square" display: Product is running into the filling tube.
"Unfilled square" display: The filling operation is finished or not active.

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Supply auger 2.4
2.4.2.3 "Infeed" configuration menu
nMotor 10V
Speed of the agitator motor at setpoint 10 volts.
This value must be set according to the specific drive installed (frequency
converter and motor).
Gear: numerator/denominator
Gear ratio between motor and agitator.
This value must be set according to the specific gears installed.
Level probe hysteresis

The signal from the level probe is delayed by the time set here.
If the level probe reports "empty", the infeed starts after the hysteresis time has
elapsed. If it reports "full", the infeed stops after this time.
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Lifting device 2.5
2.5 Lifting device
2.5.1 Lifting device (overview)
1 Locking lever
2 Spindle adjustment mechanism
3 Scale
Purpose The lifting device is an auxiliary device for

• adjusting the distance between the auger tube closure and the
product level in the filled bag so that it is ideal for the product
• Raising the dosing reservoir for a format change
Function The dosing reservoir, together with the auger and auger tube and the closure
fixture, is raised or lowered using the spindle adjustment mechanism (2). The
locking lever (1) is used to unlock and lock the position.
The set position can be read off on a scale (3) and compared with the settings
in the format table.
To adjust the height, apply a wrench to the hexagon (2) on the spindle
adjustment mechanism:
• To raise: turn the lowering screw clockwise
• To lower: turn the lowering screw anti-clockwise

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Level controller 2.6
2.6 Level controller
2.6.1 Level controller (overview)
1 Covering flap
2 Level controller
3 Vibrating fork
Purpose During volumetric dosing, the level controller (2) monitors the product level in
the filling funnel and functions as a control for the product infeed.
Functioning The symmetrical, piezoelectrically actuated vibrating fork (3) on the level
controller vibrates at the resonant frequency.
If the product covers the vibrating fork, the vibration is damped. That causes
a signal to be sent to the control, and product infeed is interrupted. If the
product level falls so that the vibrating fork is uncovered, a signal is sent to the
control which causes the infeed auger to start feeding more product into the
filling funnel.
Adjustment After removing the covering flap (1), the setting of the level controller can be
changed.
The level controller is factory-set for maximum reliability of infeed control,
meaning that the controller stops product infeed when the vibrating fork is
covered or the power supply to the controller fails. The control signal delay is
adjusted as the machine is run in.

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There is normally no reason to modify these settings. However if you do
modify the setting, be aware of the consequences:
Setting to minimum reliability would mean that product infeed would be

disabled when the vibrating fork is uncovered or the power supply to the
controller fails. The control signal delay is adjusted as the machine is run in.
Setting too short a delay means that the level controller would react too
sensitively and would cause continual machine disruption.
Setting too long a delay means that the level controller would react too slowly,
resulting in overfilling of the filling funnel and product jamming.

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Dosing auger 2.7
2.7 Dosing auger
2.7.1 Dosing auger (overview)
2
1
1 Dosing auger
2 Auger coupling
3 Auger spindle
4 Driving coupling
5 Servo motor
Purpose The dosing auger (1) draws the product out of the dosing reservoir and
conveys it through the augur tube.
Drive The dosing auger is driven by a servo motor (5). The drive force is transmitted
via the driving coupling (4) to the auger spindle (3).
The dosing auger is linked to the auger spindle (3) by a coupling (2).
TIP:
The dosing auger always rotates anti-clockwise, in the opposite
direction to the agitators.
Control The settings necessary for the auger drive are entered on the display in the
submenu DOSAGE-DOSING AUGER.

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Dosing auger 2.7
WARNING!
Check that the dosing auger is straight before installing it.
A bent dosing auger chafes on the auger tube and causes metal
abrasion.
Continuing production is then the responsibility of the user. The line
manager is to be informed.
2.7.2 Calculation of the dosage
The SDX auger feeder dispenses a weighed dose of the product, taking into
account the product's specific apparent density.
The following factors are central to determining the optimum dosage:

Properties of the product:
• Apparent density
• Flow characteristics during infeed
• Continuity of infeed
Properties of the auger:
• Auger diameter (1)
• Auger pitch (2)
• Type of retention fixture
• Length of the augur tube

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Dosing auger 2.7
In chapter 6, Annex, there is a table giving you the details for the different
augers.
Refer to the table for the dosage amount per turn of the auger thread, defined
by the dimensions of auger diameter and auger pitch.
2.7.3 "Dosing auger" menu
2.7.3.2 Description
Wrench to change screen to dosing auger

This takes you to the function screen for the axis.
Weight [g]
Desired package weight in grams.
Density [g/cm3]
Density (=weight/volume) – also called "apparent density" – of the product
being dosed, in grams per cubic centimetre.
If a checkweigher is connected and the "Tendency regulation" switch is
activated, this parameter is changed automatically by signals from the
checkweigher, correcting the delivered product volume.
Auger volume [cm3]

Filling volume per turn of the auger thread; the volume of product delivered by
one full revolution of the dosing auger.
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Dosing auger 2.7
Dosing angle [°]

Portion of the total work cycle of the packaging machine which is available for
the dosing operation.
"External tendency regulation" switch

This switch can be used to switch the external tendency regulation on or off.
Tendency step [g/s]

Specifies the amount of change being made, in terms of number of grams per
time signal (seconds) from the checkweigher.
"Tendency +/-" buttons

These buttons can be used for manual adjustment of the change tendency for
the dosage amount, for example if there is no checkweigher connected
downstream and the produced package has been weighed.
Dosing speed [rev./min]

Displays the dosing speed calculated by the control, in revolutions per minute.
This value is calculated automatically by the control from the values for
weight, density and volume and the time available for dosing. This value
cannot be entered by the user; it is supplied as information for the user.
Dosing path
Displays the dosing activity required for one dosing operation as calculated by
the control, in revolutions of the dosing auger.
Dosing speed [%]

Displays the dosing speed calculated by the control as a percentage of the
maximum speed of the auger drive. This value is calculated automatically by
the control from the values for weight, density and volume and the time
available for dosing. This value cannot be entered by the user; it is supplied as
an indication of the rate of utilisation of the dosing unit.
2.7.3.3 "Dosing auger" function menu
ATTENTION!
machine!

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Dosing auger 2.7
Wrench to change screen

This takes you to the configuration of the axis (position controller, gear
compensation, etc.).
The values accessed with the wrench are factory-set by ROVEMA. They
cannot be changed by the operator, and are provided for information
purposes only.
"Jog" button
These buttons can be used to jog the axes in the respective direction.
"Actual position" value display

The current position of the drive axis is read by a sensor system and displayed
by the control as the actual position. This value can be used as an aid when
determining setting values.
RUNS pop-up menu

A pop-up menu appears here containing all the runs of the axis.
For more about programming the different runs, see the explanations in
section 2.2.13 - Runs.
You can program the following runs:
• Jog forward
• Jog backwards
• Dosing

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Dosing auger 2.7
• Empty
2.7.4 Changing format parts
2
3
1 Filling funnel
2 Augur tube flange
3 Screws
4 Augur tube
5 Bayonet socket
Removing the augur The augur tube (4) is attached to the filling funnel (1) by a flange (2). The
tube flange has a bayonet socket design (5).
To remove:
• Undo the screws (3)
• Turn the augur tube (4) until the openings (3) on the bayonet socket
are aligned so that it can be removed
• Lower the augur tube

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Dosing auger 2.7
ATTENTION!
If you are operating the dosing unit with a form fill and seal machine,
make sure that the augur tube and the dosing auger do not fall into the
filling tube of the form fill and seal machine after removal.
Opening the dosing For removal you must first open the dosing funnel
funnel
1 Filling funnel
2 Star knob
To open the funnel:

• Undo the star knobs (2) and open the funnel half
ATTENTION!
When opening the funnel, product can fall out of the infeed.
When opening the funnel, be aware that product may fall out of the
infeed. Depending on the product being processed, that may mean that
suitable protective clothing such as goggles, protective gloves etc.
should be worn.

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Dosing auger 2.7
1 Auger coupling
2 Fastening screw
3 Dosing auger
4 Bayonet socket
Removing the The auger coupling (1) links the drive transmission to the dosing auger (3).
dosing auger To remove:
• Undo the fastening screw (2) on the auger coupling (1).
• Secure the dosing auger (3) so that it does not fall down
• Turn the bayonet socket on the augur retainer (4) until the openings
on the bayonet socket are aligned so that it can be removed
• Slowly lower the dosing auger
WARNING!
Check the dosing auger and the augur tube daily for signs of grinding.

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Dosing auger 2.7
Installing new format • Install the new format parts in the corresponding order.
parts
• Make sure that all connections are tightened firmly and that the
sealing surfaces and seals on the funnel opening are clean.
After installing all format parts, put the dosing unit into operation:
• Switch on the main switch
• Make sure that product is being fed in
• Select a new program on the display screen or create a new
program with new settings
• Start the dosing unit

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Agitators 2.8
2.8 Agitators
2.8.1 Agitators (overview)
4 8
5
7

2 Take-up
3 Drive chain
4 Fastening screw for scraper
5 Scraper
6 Dosing auger
7 Agitator
8 Fastening screw for agitator
Purpose The agitators distribute the product evenly in the filling funnel and around the
dosing auger. This results in an even product consistency, necessary for even
delivery by the dosing auger.
Structure and drive The agitators are made up of the agitator (7) and a scraper (5). It is driven by
a motor (1) via a drive chain (3). Slack in the chain can be taken up with the
take-up (2).
TIP:
The agitators rotate in a clockwise direction, opposite to the direction of
rotation of the dosing auger!

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Agitators 2.8
Control The functions for the agitators are set in the submenu DOSAGE/AGITATOR
of the display.
Installation of the The agitator (7) and the scraper (5) are fastened to the agitator retainer with
agitators screws (4 and 8).
To remove the agitators:
• Open the front half of the funnel,
• Undo the fastening screw (4),
• Remove the scraper (5),
• Undo the fastening screw (8),
• Remove the agitator (7).
Install in reverse order of removal.
WARNING!
When installing make sure that the agitators do not grind against the
feeding funnel.
Check the agitators and the dosing funnel daily for signs of grinding.
ATTENTION!
Product may adhere to the agitator!
When working with the agitator, be aware that product may adhere.
Depending on the product being processed, that may mean that suitable
protective clothing such as goggles, protective gloves etc. should be
worn.
2.8.2 "Agitator" menu
General Information This submenu comprises all input values for adjusting the agitator of the srew
proportioning device.

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Agitators 2.8
2.8.2.2 Description
Wrench to change screen to agitator

Access to the Agitator configuration menu.
The values accessed with the wrench are factory-set by Rovema. They
cannot be changed by the operator, and are provided for information
purposes only.
"Agitator" switch
This switch can be used to switch the agitators on or off.
If the switch is off, then the agitators are stopped. The switch positions of the
other switches downstream are then of no importance.
If the switch is switched on, then the other switches downstream determine
precisely when the agitators are to run.
"Agitate during dosing" switch

Switch for switching the agitators on and off during the dosing operation.
Lagging time [ms]

For entering the desired lagging time of the agitator. This value defines the
time for which the agitator is to keep running after the end of the dosing
operation if the "Agitate during stoppage" switch has been de-activated.
"Agitate during product infeed" switch

Switch for switching on and off the agitator function during the infeed of
product into the hopper.

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Agitators 2.8
"Agitate during stoppage" switch

Switch for switching on and off the agitator function when dosing is stopped.
Speed [rev./min]
For entering the desired speed of the agitator. This value defines the speed
of the agitator in revolutions per minute (rpm).
Jog agitator
The agitator runs for as long as this button is pressed.
2.8.2.3 "Agitator" configuration menu
nMotor 10V
Speed of the agitator motor at setpoint 10 volts.
This value must be set according to the specific drive installed (frequency
converter and motor).
Gear: numerator/denominator
Gear ratio between motor and agitator.
This value must be set according to the specific gears installed.

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Agitators 2.8
TIP:
2.8.3 Changing format parts
Opening the dosing For removal you must first open the dosing funnel
funnel
1 Filling funnel
2 Star knob
To open the funnel:

• Undo the star knobs (2) and open the funnel half
ATTENTION!
When opening the funnel, product can fall out of the infeed.
When opening the funnel, be aware that product may fall out of the
infeed. Depending on the product being processed, that may mean that
suitable protective clothing such as goggles, protective gloves etc.
should be worn.

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Agitators 2.8
1 Fastening screws
2 Agitators
Removing the • Undo the fastening screws (1) on the agitators (2).
agitators
• Remove the agitators
If you are working with a long auger and augur tube, you can swivel the auger
feeder to one side if necessary to make it easier to remove these parts.
WARNING!
Check the agitators and the dosing funnel daily for signs of grinding.
Installing new format • Install the new format parts in the corresponding order.
parts
• Make sure that all connections are tightened firmly and that the
sealing surfaces and seals on the funnel opening are clean.
After installing all format parts, put the dosing unit into operation:
• Switch on the main switch
• Make sure that product is being fed in
• Select a new program on the display screen or create a new
program with new settings
• Start the dosing unit

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Lock system 2.9
2.9 Lock system
2.9.1 Closure (Half-Cup-Lock)
Purpose The closure system limits the amount of product falling out of the auger tube
after dosing.
Closure actuator The closure actuator carries out controlled opening and closing of the actual
closure fixture at the lower end of the auger tube (illustration below).
The unit is fastened to the auger tube flange by means of a bracket (2).
Compressed air and electricity connections are provided for the functioning of
the unit.
The pneumatic cylinders (1) move the operating lever (3).
Rods for the closure (4) are attached to the operating lever. These rods go
along the outside of the auger tube to the half-cups of the closure fixture (5).
The operation of the lever moves the rods up or down vertically, thus moving
the half-cups to the left or the right and into open or closed position.
1 Pneumatic cylinder
2 Bracket
3 Operating lever

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Lock system 2.9
4 Closure
5 Half-cups
Control The settings necessary for the closure system are entered on the display in
the submenu DOSAGE/CLOSURE.
2.9.2 "Closure" menu
General Information This submenu comprises all parameters that influences the dosage lock
system.

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Lock system 2.9
2.9.2.2 Description
Wrench to change screen to closure

Access to the Closure configuration menu.
"Closure" switch
Switch for switching the augur tube closure on and off (tapered plug or flap
closure).
If set to "ON" the closure is opened immediately before the dosing operation
and closed again when it ends.
If set to "OFF" the closure is kept open permanently.
Delay time [ms]

Delay time, stated in milliseconds, for which the closure stays open after the
end of the dosing operation.
"Dosing rate" switch

Switch for switching this function on and off.
Rate time [ms]

For entering the desired rate time. The dosing auger is started at this time
following the dump signal even though the closure is not yet completely open.
If the switch is set to "OFF", the dosing auger is not started until the closure is
completely open.

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Lock system 2.9
2.9.2.3 "Closure" configuration menu
Maximum opening time

For entering the maximum opening time of the flap closure. This value sets the
period for which the closure can remain open before an error message
appears on the display.

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Start up 3
3 Start up
Prerequisites for start-up are

• knowledge and understanding of all previous chapters
• completed set-up and connection work
• strict compliance with safety regulations
Part 3 contains • first start-up

instructions on
• function check
• set-up of the machine
• starting of production
• interruption of production
• ending of production

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First start-up 3.1
3.1 First start-up
Preparation The following work must be done before starting up the dosing unit for the first
time:
• Setting up and connecting the feeder.
• Set up product infeed.
(For information on these tasks, see chapter 1)
ATTENTION!
Danger if machine not set up correctly!
Set-up and connection work may only be performed by trained
technicians.
Anyone assigned to operate the machine must have read and
understood the operating manual, particularly the safety instructions,
before starting the machine.
ATTENTION!
Danger of permanent machine damage if wrongly connected!
Connecting the machine wrongly can cause destruction or malfunction
of units (e.g. permanent damage to flaps on a dosing unit, blowing
instead of suction on a vacuum pump etc.). Therefore the machine must
be connected to the electrical system in accordance with the "clockwise
rotation" specification. This connection work must be carried out and
checked by authorised technicians only.
• Is the main switch set to Off? - Connect the power supply. For
connected loads, see the rating plate on the electrical cabinet
(illustration below) and the electrical documentation.
• Check the direction of rotation of the dosing auger:
TIP:
The dosing auger must rotate anti-clockwise.
• Check the direction of rotation of the agitators:

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First start-up 3.1
TIP:
The agitators must turn clockwise.
• Switch on the main switch, wait and watch the display screen;
continue with start-up when the machine's main menu is displayed
on the screen.
• Select a program.
• A program is a group of all the settings valid for a particular product
and/or bag format. The machine is generally supplied with at least
one such program.
• Close all protective equipment and carry out a safety check.
• The auger feeder can be used in a number of volume ranges when
fitted with the corresponding equipment.
• Weigh the amount of product that is to be dispensed in each dose.
• Work out the volume for this amount.
• Select the correct dosing auger for the desired volume according to
the table in Part 6: Annex ...
• ... and install it (if not already installed).
• Open the product infeed.
DANGER!
production!

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Entering SDX parameters 3.2
3.2 Entering SDX parameters
Enter all the parameters necessary for production on the display screen. The
following menus have a direct effect on production:
• Infeed
• Dosing auger
• Agitator
• Closure

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Switching on dosage 3.3
3.3 Switching on dosage
• Switch on dosing operation using the corresponding switch

("Dosage" switch in the DOSAGE menu or in the SWITCH MENU).
TIP:
The dosing unit is now ready for production – it will be started through
synchronisation with another packaging machine.
• Start production by pressing the "Machine ON" button and produce

a few filled packages.
• End production by pressing the "Machine OFF" button and check the
weight of the package contents. If the weight is above or below the
tolerance limits, the volume must be re-set.
• To do so, correct the settings on the display as needed.
• Save the newly ascertained/modified settings by saving the
program.

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Tasks during production 3.4
3.4 Tasks during production
Production • Conduct spot checks by taking samples during production.

• Make sure that product infeed is happening smoothly.
Action in case of Read the error number and error text off the display screen; examine the
faults specified error source and repair or eliminate the cause of the fault (see PART
5: Faults).
TIP:
Adjustment of the setting values to changed production conditions must
normally be made with the machine at a standstill!
Planned production should always be done by pressing the "Machine OFF" button. You can then
interruptions resume production directly by pressing the "Machine ON" button.
In case of production interruptions resulting from opening of the safety guards,
before restart you must:
• Close the safety guards
• Press the "Machine ON" button

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Changing production configuration 3.5
3.5 Changing production configuration
To change the production configuration, a series of steps are required.

Which steps must be carried out depends on the following circumstances:
You are changing to a new packaging weight with the same bag format.
Steps:
• Select new program
You are changing to a new packaging weight and a new bag format.
Steps:
• Run dosage device empty
• Carry out a format change
You are changing to a new product with the same bag format.
Steps:
• Clean the dosage device (the parts of it which touch the product).
You are changing to a new product, a new packaging weight and a new
bag format.
Steps:
• Run dosage device empty
• Clean the dosage device (the parts of it which touch the product)
• Carry out a format change
ATTENTION!
Danger from mixing products!
When changing to a different product, make sure that there is no mixing
of the products or chemical reaction with product residue.

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Ending production 3.6
3.6 Ending production
• You end production by pressing the "Machine OFF" button.
Emptying the dosing If you want to empty the dosing unit, you have a number of options for doing
unit so:
• Switch off the switch "infeed" for the infeed on the display screen (in
the INFEED menu or the SWITCH menu).
• You can now use the "Empty dosage" button (in the DOSAGE
menu or the SWITCH menu) to empty the dosing unit; the closure
fixture is opened and the dosing auger turns as long as you keep the
"Empty dosage" button pressed.
• Keep the button pressed until the filling funnel is completely empty
and no more product falls out of the augur tube.
ATTENTION!
Danger from residual product!
Make sure that the product is collected in a container. Observe all safety
regulations regarding handling of the product.

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Action in case of faults 3.7
3.7 Action in case of faults
Action in case of malfunctions

Read error number and error text off the display; look for specified error source
and repair or eliminate the cause of the malfunction (see: 5.0 Malfunctions of
machine operation).
Adjustment of the setting values to changed production conditions must
normally be made with the machine at a standstill.

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Maintenance 4
4 Maintenance
General Operational readiness and service life of your machine are markedly
influences by proper maintenance.
All maintenance work must be performed on time and carefully.
The intervals specified here are based on a 1-shift operation.
These maintenance intervals should be understood as standard values. They
have to be adapted to the requirements, depending on production time (1-, 2-
or 3-shift operation).
The operator should determine who will perform which work and when. The
various tasks should be unmistakably assigned in writing to the various
persons or groups of persons.
Persons assigned to perform cleaning, repair and maintenance work
must be informed of the the danger notices described subsequently.

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Safety during maintenance work 4.1
4.1 Safety during maintenance work
DANGER!
Danger to life from electric shock.
Repair and maintenance work an electricity-conducting parts of the
machine may only be performed by persons who are qualified through
suitable training and who know the dangers in handling electricity-
conducting components.
WARNING!
Incorrect execution of cleaning work can result in risk of injury!
Cleaning work must always be performed only by correspondingly
trained personnel.
DANGER!
Severe injuries due to machine movements!
Never try to perform cleaning work on machine areas while the machine
is in operation.
Do not reach into freely accessible machine areas above or below the
machine housing while the machine is in operation!
Do not insert any cleaning devices into freely accessible machine areas
above or below the machine housing while the machine is in operation!
WARNING!
Danger of injury while machine is running!
Cleaning, repair and maintenance work may only be performed when the
machine is switched off at the main switch and secured against
unintentional restart!
WARNING!
Incorrect execution of repair and maintenance work can result in risk of
injury!
Repair and maintenance work may only be performed by trained or
appropriately instructed technicians.
TIP:
All replacement and wearing parts can be re-ordered using the
replacement parts list.

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Cleaning 4.2
4.2 Cleaning
4.2.1 Cleaning intervals
The cleaning intervals depend, among other things, on

• the packaged product
• the frequency of product conversion
The operator must determine the cleaning intervals according to operational
conditions. The machine should always be cleaned once each day per
production shift.
4.2.2 Cleaning and disinfecting agents
TIP:
Note on cleaning and disinfecting agents:
In cleaning and disinfecting machines used to package food, specific
regulations may have to be followed due to special hygiene
requirements of the country in which the machine is operated.
These regulations can cover the cleaning agents to be used and possibly
also contain regulations for disinfection of the machine.
Inform yourself about these regulations!
ATTENTION!
Hazards from chemical cleaning agents!
If chemical cleaning agents are used for cleaning, pay attention to the
manufacturer's instructions for handling the cleaning agents.
Pay special attention to the danger notices of the cleaning agent
manufacturer.
ATTENTION!
Hazards from chemical reaction with cleaning agent!
If chemicals or other reaction-capable substances were packaged with
the machine, care must be taken that the cleaning agents used do not
cause chemical reactions with product residue.

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Cleaning 4.2
4.2.3 General cleaning information
WARNING!
Incorrect execution of cleaning work can result in risk of injury!
Cleaning work must always be performed only by correspondingly
trained personnel.
Product-contacting All product-contacting parts are removed for cleaning.

parts The cleaned parts may only be reused when care is taken that no cleaning or
disinfecting agents remain on them and the parts are dried off. Especially with
threaded connections and connection couplings, make sure that these parts
are reinstalled only in an absolutely dry condition.
Product-contacting parts of this machine are:
4
5
6
7
8
1 Infeed auger
2 Level controller
3 Filling funnel
4 Dosing auger coupling
5 Agitator
6 Dosing auger
7 Auger tube
8 Auger closure

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Cleaning 4.2
Safety guards To clean the plastic protective covers, we recommend an antistatic cleaning
agent or a mild dishwashing detergent.
Housing Common paint-cleaning and care agents can be used for cleaning painted
machine housings. Also, common mild household cleaners can be used with
a moist cloth.
The display should be cleaned only with a moist cloth. In doing so, use no cleaning
agents!

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Daily maintenance 4.3
4.3 Daily maintenance
In this chapter is listed all servicing work to be done daily. The work to be done
is divided into individual machine areas.
WARNING!
injury!
4.3.1 General work
4.3.1.1 Safety equipment
Check • the safety equipment is functioning properly every day before the
start of production, e.g.: EMERGENCY STOP switch, main switch
as well as all safety switches on the safety doors.
You can learn about how the safety equipment is required to function in section
2.1 - Safety equipment.
DANGER!
production!
• Check protective hoods, safety doors, locks, couplings for damage.

Immediately replace (have replaced) defective technical equipment,
especially safety equipment.
4.3.1.2 General cleaning work
• Remove product and packaging residue from the machine at least

once per day by suctioning or sweeping
TIP:
Do not use compressed air to clean the machine!
When compressed air is used, dirt can get inside the machine or into
machine parts, which can lead to malfunctions there.

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DANGER!
Danger from electric shock!
Do not use high-pressure cleaners to clean the machine!
Using a high-pressure cleaner can result in moisture penetrating the
interior of electrical components. This can lead to an electrical shock
when electrical components are touched.
DANGER!
Severe injuries due to machine movements!
Never try to perform cleaning work on machine areas while the machine
is in operation.
Do not reach into freely accessible machine areas above or below the
machine housing while the machine is in operation!
Do not insert any cleaning devices into freely accessible machine areas
above or below the machine housing while the machine is in operation!
4.3.2 Auger feeder machine area
4.3.2.1 Filling funnel
• Before start of production, check the cover of the filling funnel for
grease and oil residue. Depending on the type of drives in use,
grease or oil residue may be deposited on the cover of the filling
funnel.
If deposits of grease or oil have collected on the cover or on the inside of the
funnel, it indicates a fault in the agitator drive gearing.
In such cases, contact ROVEMA customer service to remedy the fault.
If the fault is not remedied, residue can get inside the filling funnel and
contaminate the product.

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The only oils used are those which meet the conditions for lubricants in the
foodstuffs industry according to USDA-H1.
WARNING!
Metal chips in the product
Rubbing of metal parts can result in dangerous contamination of the
product!
During assembly and production, pay attention to running noises that
could indicate that metal parts are grinding against each other!
Check the dosing funnel, the agitator, the dosing auger, the auger tube,
the auger tube closure and the closure actuator daily for signs of
grinding!

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Weekly maintenance 4.4
4.4 Weekly maintenance
In this chapter is listed all servicing work to be done weekly. The work to be
done is divided into individual machine areas.
WARNING!
injury!
4.4.1 General work
4.4.1.1 TouchScreen
Functioning The touchscreen is used to input and display all operating parameters of the
control unit. Operation of the touchscreen takes place by touching the screen
surface with the finger.
With the touchscreen technology, a light barrier matrix is generated over the
screen. If the screen is touched, the matrix is interrupted at the corresponding
location and the position on the screen calculated (X-Y coordinates).
Impurities, such as dirt on the screen surface and contamination of the light
barrier diodes on the side edges of the touchscreen can generate interruptions
in the light barrier matrix and result in incorrect signals.
Clean touchscreen A normal monitor cleaner can be used for cleaning.

• Apply the cleaning agent to a soft cloth.
• Clean the screen surface and the side edge of the touchscreen with
the cloth (see arrow in the illustration).

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TIP:
When cleaning, the touchscreen must not be subjected to a direct water
jet!
No chemical cleaning agents or cleaning agents containing abrasives
that can damage the surface of the screen can be used for cleaning!
4.4.2.1 Chafing of metal parts
• Make sure that the infeed auger (1), agitators (2) and dosing auger
(3) are running without chafing on the walls.

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WARNING!
product!
grinding!
4.4.2.2 Spindle seal
The spindle seal consists essentially of an adjustable Teflon stop sleeve (1).
The Teflon stop sleeve is adjusted in the factory, but it can also be readjusted
by the customer.

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1
4
2
1 Teflon stop sleeve

2 Locking screw
3 Sealing flange
4 Seal
To readjust:
• Loosen the lock screw (2).
• Turn the sealing flange (3) counterclockwise until you can feel a
slight pressing force.
• After the readjustment is complete, tighten the locking screw again
(2).
• The seal (item 4) cannot be retightened. If it is defective, it must be
replaced (see spare parts documentation).

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Monthly maintenance 4.5
4.5 Monthly maintenance
In this chapter is listed all servicing work to be done monthly. The work to be
WARNING!
injury!
4.5.1 General work
4.5.1.1 electrical cabinet
DANGER!
There is danger of death due to electrical shock if work is carried out
improperly on the open electrical cabinet or on other electricity-
conducting parts of the machine!
Electrical cabinet ventilation

• Regularly check and clean the filter material of the electrical cabinet
ventilation according to the contamination of the surrounding air; if
very dirty, the filter material must be replaced.
Replacement of the filter material:

• Loosen the fastening screws and remove the covering grid
• Replace the air filter mat and close the cover again

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4.5.1.2 Pneumatic equipment
• Check condition of the pneumatic hoses

• Check pneumatic couplings for firm seating
• Check pneumatic valves
4.5.1.3 Mechanical equipment
• Check threaded connections for tight fit

• Check bearings, spherical bushings for ease of movement
• Clean joint parts and check for wear
• Clean guide rolls and check for wear
4.5.1.4 Electrical equipment
DANGER!
There is danger of death due to electrical shock if work is carried out
improperly on the open electrical cabinet or on other electricity-
conducting parts of the machine!
• Check electrical threaded connections

• Check position of light barriers/reflectors
• Clean light barriers/reflectors
• Check position of end position switch
4.5.1.5 Vacuum equipment
• Clean air filter in the vacuum pump

• Clean pre-filter

instructions
Pre-filter closed:
Pre-filter opened with filter insert:
The filters must be replaced if too dirty.

Use the documentation of the vacuum pump manufacturer for help with
maintenance work on the vacuum pump.

instructions
WARNING!
product!
grinding!
4.5.2.2 Agitators
Check the tension of the drive chain

The agitators are moved by a drive which transfers its force to the agitator
spindle via a chain. This chain is tensioned correctly if it can be pushed in
about 3-4 mm.

instructions
• Remove the cover by undoing the fastening screws (1).

• Check the chain tension
• To do so, push in the drive chain (2) somewhere near the middle
• If the tension is enough, put the cover back in place
Adjusting the tension of the drive chain
4 3 1 2
1 Cover
2 Drive chain
3 Fastening screw
4 Tensioning screw
To adjust the chain tension, the tensioning plate is moved in the slot:
• Undo the fastening screw (3) on the tensioning plate.
• Adjust to the desired chain tension by moving the tensioning wheel
(4).
• Firmly screw the fastening screw back in
The chain tension is correct if the drive chain can be pushed in about 3-4 mm.
instructions
• After finishing this work put the cover back in place.

instructions
Biannual maintenance 4.6
4.6 Biannual maintenance
In this chapter is listed all servicing work to be done semiannually. The work
to be done is divided into individual machine areas.
WARNING!
injury!

instructions
Biannual maintenance 4.6
WARNING!
product!
grinding!

instructions
Annual maintenance 4.7
4.7 Annual maintenance
In this chapter is listed all servicing work to be done yearly. The work to be
WARNING!
injury!
4.7.1 General work
4.7.1.1 Safety equipment
Warning signs • Check whether all warning plates attached to the machine are
legible. If the text is hard to read or the picture hard to recognise, the
warning plate must be cleaned or replaced.
• Clean the warning plates with a rag, water and neutral cleaners. Do
not use any organic solvent or petrol.
• Damaged, detached or illegible warning plates must be replaced by
new standard-appropriate warning plates (You can obtain
replacements for damaged warning plates from the ROVEMA
replacement part service).

instructions
Malfunctions 5
5 Malfunctions
Faults in machine operation trigger - depending on the cause - either a "machine

stop" or a "machine halt". A machine stop is when the machine stops
immediately; a machine halt is when the machine is brought to a standstill in a
controlled manner, which means that the drives complete their current cycle
(work cycle) and come to a standstill in their defined halt position.
Fault messages appear immediately when faults begin, regardless of the machine's current
operating state; at the same time, the Alarm memory button on the lower
menu bar changes colour.
Figure: Fault message based on the example of an info window
Error number is the number under which the error message is listed in the operating manual.
Error source and is the plain text description of the fault that has occurred.
function
Incoming time is the time the error occurred.
Outgoing time is the time the error was corrected.
DID is the production tools identification code. This code can be used to identify the
component that triggered the error message.
MA is the machine area in which the error occurred.
Reset You can only reset an error message after the error has been remedied, by
pressing the "Standby" button. If the error was not yet remedied at the time of

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Malfunctions 5
the reset, the ERROR indicator stays lit and the error message reappears after
a few seconds.
Not all faults in machine operation are detected by the control unit and shown on the
display. At the end of this chapter, you will find some explanations of those
faults that are not shown on the display.
DANGER!
switch switched off!

instructions
General error messages 5.1
5.1 General error messages
On the following pages, you will find all error messages triggered by the control
unit of the machine as well as the measures you must take to repair the errors.
The listed error messages contain the error text shown on the display as well
as information on the cause. After that follows the description of the remedy.
If there are several possible causes for a special error, each cause is listed
individually and an appropriate remedy described.
Error messages are always an indicator of a machine malfunction! If an error
occurs more frequently, please check whether this can be avoided through a
different machine setting.
In addition, regular maintenance and cleaning of the machine contributes
decisively to avoidance of improper functioning!
DANGER!
switch switched off!
5.1.1 Error: Excess temperature
Excess temperature ... (Designation of the module)
Excess temperature The maximum permissible motor temperature has been exceeded.
of the drives The motor is dirty and is no longer adequately ventilated
• Clean motor
The motor is overloaded.
• Check drive unit for binding, worn bearings, mechanically blocked
systems
The motor is operated with too low frequency.
• Check frequency of the the respective frequency converter; this
should not be below 20 Hertz, if possible.
Excess temperature The temperature in the electrical cabinet is rising:

in the electrical
• Check whether ventilation of the electrical cabinet is working. The
cabinet
electrical cabinet temperature should not exceed 45°C! Note that the
filter mats of the electrical cabinet ventilation hinder air circulation if
they are very dirty and must be replaced!

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5.1.2 Error: Safety chain
Safety chain ... The safety chain of the machine is broken at one location or the safety relay,
(Designation of the main contactor or relay for triggering the safety relay is defective.
module) The safety chain is broken; the LED on the safety relay is not lit.
• Run through safety chain
The safety chain is not broken; the LED on the safety relay is lit.
• The relay that triggers the safety relay is defective
• The contacts of the main contactor stick
• The monitoring contact is opened
5.1.3 Error: EMERGENCY STOP
EMERGENCY STOP The EMERGENCY STOP button at the specified position was actuated.
... (Designation of
• Unlock EMERGENCY STOP button
the module)
• Press “Standby” button
• Start machine with "Machine ON" button.
It is possible that a reference run is started; during this time, the display
"Operating system is working - please wait" appears. When the reference run
is finished, start the machine again with the "Machine ON" button.
Note:
• In certain cases, product might have to be removed from the
machine.
• If the error message is not reset, check input of the EMERGENCY
STOP button on the bus modules (run through).
5.1.4 Error: Motor protection
Motor protection ... The motor-protective switch of the named drive motor has tripped.
(designation of the The motor is overloaded.
motor)
• Check drive unit for binding, worn bearings, mechanically blocked
systems
Motor current is not correctly set
• Check motor line for earthing or short circuit
• Set motor current according to the data plate

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5.1.5 Error: Servo amplifier
Servo The displayed servo amplifier is malfunctioning

amplifier...stand-by / Various causes are possible.
malfunction ...
(Designation of the • Check the malfunction display of the servo amplifier in the electrical
module) cabinet
• Obtain information on malfunction correction from the electrical
documentation of the frequency converter.
5.1.6 Error: Encoder error
Encoder error ... The incremental encoder monitor reqognises a malfunction in the incremental
(Designation of the encoder circuit
module) Possible causes for this can be:
• The incremental encoder is defective
• Cables in the incremental encoder are defective
• Plug connections in the incremental encoder circuit are loose
• There is a terminal error
• The terminal module is defective
• Encoder supply voltage is lacking or malfunctioning
• The zero track of the incremental encoder is not connected
• The encoder simulation by the servo amplifier is defective
• The IMC card is defective
• Look for the possible cause and turn off the error accordingly.
If the error message appears again (e.g. after installation of a new incremental
encoder with staging of secured data), the following causes may be
responsible:
With the incremental You installed an incremental encoder with a different resolution.
encoder:
• The configuration data of the axis (in the touchscreen) do not agree
with the data of the encoder
• Check the data of the incremental encoder
During staging of secured data, you might have saved old and thus incorrect
data for the incremental encoder in the system
• Configure the corresponding data again

instructions
With encoder • - The settings of the digital servo amplifier are wrong
simulation by the
• Obtain information on correct adjustment from the documentation of
servo amplifier:
the servo amplifier.
5.1.7 Error: Frequency converter
Frequency The displayed converter is malfunctioning.

converter...stand-by Various causes are possible.
/malfunction ...
(Designation of the • Check the fault indicator of the converter in the electrical cabinet
module) • Obtain information on malfunction correction from the electrical
documentation of the frequency converter.
5.1.8 Error: Position error
Position error... The position error limit of the drive has been exceeded.
(Designation of the
module)
Causes: • The drive cannot provide the demanded performance.

• Mechanical blocking of the drive (the drive is jammed).
• Loose or defective cables between the control unit and the encoder
or the control unit and the drive.
• An encoder/converter is defective.
Remedy: If a drive can still be jogged after a position error, it can be assumed that the
drive was not able to provide the demanded performance in normal operation.
• In this case, the cycle number (or similar parameters) should be
reduced.
If a drive can no longer be jogged after a position error, loose or defective
cables/encoders/converters are usually the cause. In this case, you should
first:
• check the cable connections,
• check mechanical couplings between encoder and drive
If the problem is still not resolved, you should check the correct functioning of
the encoder.
To do this, the encoder can be removed in most cases (please do not loosen
the electrical connection).

instructions
If the encoder is now turned slowly by hand, you can see in the service
diagnosis menu of the drive how the value changes when "Read-real position"
is selected.
If the encoder value does not change (or the value makes big jumps), the
encoder or the related cable is presumably defective.
TIP:
Please do not change the encoder with the machine switched on, since
otherwise the tracks of the encoder can be electrically destroyed.
5.1.9 Error: Final position
Final position... The final position sensor on the respective cylinder is not covered.
(Designation of the The sensor is mounted at the wrong position.
module)
Position sensor on the final position of the cylinder and lock it
The sensor is defective
• Check input of the sensor at the bus module
Cylinder is mechanically blocked
• Repair cause of the blockage
The valve is defective
• Replace valve
5.1.10 Error: Safety guards
Safety guard(s) ... • One of the safety guards was opened at the specified position.
(Designation of the
• Close all safety guards and make sure that the safety switches latch.
module)
• Actuate "Standby" button
• Start machine with "Machine ON" button.
It is possible that a reference run is started; during this time, the display
"Operating system is working - please wait" appears. When the reference run
is finished, start the machine again with the "Machine ON" button.
Note: • In certain cases, product might have to be removed from the

machine.
• If the error message is not reset, check input of the guard switch on
the bus modules (run through).

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5.1.11 Error: Manometer
The compressed air monitor reports insufficient air pressure

• Check the function of the compressed air system
This includes, e.g. depending on machine type:
• Compressed air feed pipe (possibly defect in customer-provided
line)
• Maintenance unit
• Compressed air hoses
• Seals and threaded connections of the compressed air system
• Valves and other pneumatic components
5.1.12 Error: Axis position error
Axis...position error The axis could not perform the movement profile in the specified time.
(designation of the The axis was blocked by product or other objects.
module)
• Remove objects and restart machine
The axis could not follow the set profile.
• Increase the run time or acceleration ramps
• Increase position error limit
5.1.13 Error: Axis no reference
Axis...no reference The axis does not find its reference position after a time that can be set.
(designation of the The reference initiator is defective; the axis does not switch to the initiator.
module)
• Check input signal of the initiator; red LED on the input module for
the axis
• Possibly replace initiator
The zero track of the incremental encoder no longer switches (only for rotating
axes without reference initiator).
• Replace incremental encoder
Axis does not switch direction of rotation when it runs to the final position.
• Check settings with Iniwork

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5.1.14 Error: Axis general error
Axis...general error (designation of the module)

The axis has a general error, which is not specified more precisely.
Calculation error due to incorrectly entered parameters.
• Check the last changes of the parameter
• With the monitor program, determine the exact axis error
5.1.15 Error: Vacuum monitoring
Vacuum monitoring reports insufficient vacuum.

• Check the function of the vacuum system
This includes, e.g. depending on machine type:
• Vacuum pump
• Vacuum hoses
• Seals and threaded connections of the vacuum system
• Vacuum suction device at suction devices#
• Vacuum suction device at lifting stations
• Vacuum suction device at stamp devices
In addition, incorrect settings in the display might possibly result in vacuum not
being sufficiently built up in time to fulfil the function.
• Check all settings related to the vacuum.

instructions
Error reference list 5.2
5.2 Error reference list
In the following, you will find a description of the error messages that are
shown on the display and how to remedy them.
The descriptions are structured to contain the following information for every
error:
Error number Error text shown on the display
Error cause(s) that led to occurrence of the error.
• Error elimination action(s) to remedy the error
Please note when remedying errors:

If an error occurs repeatedly or at short intervals, the following points should
also be checked:
• Were the mechanical settings of the machine performed correctly?
– Check values according to format table!
• Are the values set in the program menu correct?
– Check values for plausibility!
• Are the correct format parts installed?
– Check installed format parts according to format table!
• Have the characteristics of the packaging material changed?
– Check packaging materials by the specifications: e.g.
dimensions, moisture content, printing, ...
• Was maintenance work performed correctly?
– Check maintenance work (e.g. cleaning of the sensors!)
1008.0.-2 Too much slippage on foil drive <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The bag length measured between two photo cell marks deviates from the set
bag length by more than the tolerance (settable in the display).
• Adjust the bag length properly.
• Correct the setting of the draw-down belts on the filling tube.
10622.10137.21157 no axis reference film drive VP 1

The axis cannot find its reference position after a set amount of time.
• Check the input signal of the initiator, the red LED on the input module
for the axis. Replace faulty initiator, replace faulty incremental encoder.
10622.22169.21157 no axis reference master VP 1

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10622.23032.-2 no axis reference printer <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
10622.7952.21157 no axis reference sealing jaw drive VP 1
10622.7953.21157 no axis reference auger feeder VP 1

10813.0.-2 No valid photoelectric signal detected. <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
No print registration mark was detected 3 times in a row.
The photocell may be incorrectly positioned (see also Chapter 2.3. and
following in the operating instructions).
• Check whether the print registration mark on the packaging material is

suitable for detection and free of errors. Check the setting of the photocell
as well (if necessary, look up options for correcting the problem in the
instruc-tions for the photocell).
10813.23032.-2 No valid photoelectric signal detected. printer <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
No print registration mark was detected 3 times in a row.
The photocell may be incorrectly positioned (see also Chapter 2.3. and
following in the operating instructions).
• Check whether the print registration mark on the packaging material is

suitable for detection and free of errors. Check the setting of the photocell
as well (if necessary, look up options for correcting the problem in the
instruc-tions for the photocell).
11256.10137.21157 position error film drive VP 1

The position error limit of the drive has been exceeded.
The drive is unable to provide the required output.
The drive is mechanically blocked (the drive is jammed).
Loose or faulty wiring between the control unit and the encoder or between the
control unit and the drive.

instructions
An encoder/ converter is defective.
• If a drive can still be inched after a position error, you can assume that
the drive is unable to provide the required output in normal operation. In
that case you should reduce the cycle number (or similar parameters). If
a drive cannot be inched any more after a position error, the cause is
usually loose or faulty wiring, encoder or converter. In this case you
should first check the wire connections and mechanical connections
between the encoder and the drive. If the problem is still not eliminated
after that, you should check whether the encoder is working properly. To
do this, the encoder must be dismounted in most cases (please do not
loosen the electrical connection). Then if you turn the encoder slowly in
your hand, you can see how the value in the service diagnostics menu
for the drive changes when you select “Read-Real-Position”. If the
encoder value does not change (or if the value changes by large
increments), the encoder itself or its wiring are probably faulty.
11256.22169.21157 position error master VP 1
11256.7952.21157 position error sealing jaw drive VP 1
instructions
11256.7953.21157 position error auger feeder VP 1
12094.26667.-2 product deficiency infeed auger <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The machine was stopped because there was no product.
• Check the machine product supply.
12386.0.-2 Check temperature of electrical cabinet, please. <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The temperature in the switch cabinet is increasing.

instructions
• Check whether the switch cabinet venting and exhaust are working. The
temperature in the switch cabinet should not exceed 45 °C! Please note
that a heavy accumulation of dirt in the filter mats for switch cabinet
ventilation will prevent air from circulating. They must be replaced!
12478.9286.0 limits for analog output channel 2 analog module
System error
• This is a very rare system error. If this error appears on the display, start
the machine again with the main switch. If the error occurs again after
that, please contact Rovema.
12509.23032.-2 pre-warning printer <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
This is a preliminary warning before the machine stops because of an error.
• .
12509.29652.-2 pre-warning end of film <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
This is a preliminary warning before the machine stops because of an error.
• .
13196.10137.21157 Loading of tables not possible, no server connection (status 16). film
drive VP 1
System error
13196.7952.21157 Loading of tables not possible, no server connection (status 16). sealing
jaw drive VP 1
System error
1396.0.-2 Printer is switched off! <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

The printer is switched off! Production with the printer is not possible!
• For production with the printer, turn it on now or deactivate the printer
function in the switch menu of the display.
14009.0.-2 machine is waiting for gas flushing <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
Gas flushing not ready yet.
• Find out what the cause is and eliminate the error if any. This message
also appears until the set time for gas flushing has elapsed.

instructions
14536.7566.0 funnel open dosing auger
The dosage funnel is open.
• Close the funnel and check the interlock and safety switch.
14658.10137.21157 fatal error Axis-Task film drive VP 1
This is an internal system error.
• Try to eliminate the error by turning off the machine with the main switch
and then restarting. If the error is still displayed after that, please contact
Rovema.
14658.22169.21157 fatal error Axis-Task master VP 1

Rovema.
14658.7952.21157 fatal error Axis-Task sealing jaw drive VP 1
Rovema.
14658.7953.21157 fatal error Axis-Task auger feeder VP 1
Rovema.
15674.0.-2 Attention, mainswitch heating off! <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The main switch of the heater for the sealing tools is turned off. No sealing can
be performed without the heater.
• Turn on the heater for the sealing tools in the menu!
15827.0.-2 Drop time setting is too high. <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
You have attempted to activate a drop time with too high a value.
• Reduce the value for the drop time.
16130.0.0 Dosing is not turned on
Dosing is not turned on.
• Turn on dosing.

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16713.10137.21157 Unable to delete tables, table does not exist (status 8). film drive VP 1
Rovema.
16713.7952.21157 Unable to delete tables, table does not exist (status 8). sealing jaw drive
VP 1
Rovema.
1688.10137.21157 Maximum numbers of tables exceeded (status 18). film drive VP 1

This is a memory problem on the Flash card.
• Please contact Rovema to eliminate this error.
1688.7952.21157 Maximum numbers of tables exceeded (status 18). sealing jaw drive VP 1
This is a memory problem on the Flash card.
• Please contact Rovema to eliminate this error.
169.10137.21157 Axis has not reached trapezium position film drive VP 1
The axis has not reached the assigned trapezium position.
• Find out what the causes are and eliminate any errors.
169.22169.21157 Axis has not reached trapezium position master VP 1
169.7952.21157 Axis has not reached trapezium position sealing jaw drive VP 1
169.7953.21157 Axis has not reached trapezium position auger feeder VP 1
17190.10137.21157 Loading of table not possible, error while opening file (status 17). film
drive VP 1

instructions
Rovema.
17190.7952.21157 Loading of table not possible, error while opening file (status 17). sealing
jaw drive VP 1
Rovema.
17331.0.-2 Overtemperature – electric cabinet <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The temperature in the switch cabinet is too high.
• Check whether the switch cabinet venting and exhaust are working. The
temperature in the switch cabinet should not exceed 45 °C! Please note
that a heavy accumulation of dirt in the filter mats for switch cabinet
ventilation will prevent air from circulating. They must be replaced!
17515.17650.-2 Error during automatic optimization vertical jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
Automatic optimization of the control section was not successful.
• Allow the control section to cool down to room temperature and restart
automatic optimization.
17515.19522.-2 Error during automatic optimization rear sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID:
-2>
17515.31339.-2 Error during automatic optimization front sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID:
-2>
17920.10137.21157 fatal error Asynchron-Task film drive VP 1
This is an internal system error
Rovema.
17920.22169.21157 fatal error Asynchron-Task master VP 1

instructions
Rovema.
17920.7952.21157 fatal error Asynchron-Task sealing jaw drive VP 1
Rovema.
17920.7953.21157 fatal error Asynchron-Task auger feeder VP 1
Rovema.
18064.10137.21157 number of positive revolutions axis to high film drive VP 1
The axis was requested to run at a speed that is above its maximum possible
speed.
• Reduce the output of the machine or place the settings of the axis in a
more favorable range.
18064.22169.21157 number of positive revolutions axis to high master VP 1
speed.
18064.7952.21157 number of positive revolutions axis to high sealing jaw drive VP 1
speed.
18064.7953.21157 number of positive revolutions axis to high auger feeder VP 1
speed.
188.11204.-2 Overtemperature - drive power unwind rear <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The permissible temperature of the drive has been exceeded.

instructions
1 Overload due to sluggish mechanics (caused by dirt, for example).
2 Overload due to unfavorable display settings.
• Clean workstation. Check drive (motor, drive belt, frequency converter,

clutch, connections, wiring, etc.) for proper functionality. Remove product
/ foreign objects.
188.26667.-2 Overtemperature - drive infeed auger <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

/ foreign objects.
188.29637.-2 Overtemperature - drive agitator <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

/ foreign objects.
188.6572.-2 Overtemperature - drive vertical sealing belt <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

/ foreign objects.
188.8798.-2 Overtemperature - drive discharge conveyor <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

/ foreign objects.

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18927.0.-2 checkweigher is turned off! <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The monitoring scale is turned off. Production with the monitoring scale is not
possible!
• For production with the monitoring scale, turn it on now or deactivate the
monitoring scale function in the switch menu of the display.
19031.17650.-2 HI alarm vertical jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The temperature exceeded the upper limit value of 400 °C. Possible causes:
The temperature has risen above the setpoint; there is a problem with the
temperature sensor in the zone for which the error is reported.
• Change the control parameters in the configuration menu of the indicated

zone. If the temperature sensor is defective, replace it.
19031.19522.-2 HI alarm rear sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

19031.31339.-2 HI alarm front sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

19040.10137.21157 Information about bag length for axis drive is missing. film drive VP 1
Information about the length of the bag (required to start the axis movement)
is missing.
• Enter the bag length in the menu.
19040.22169.21157 Information about bag length for axis drive is missing. master VP 1
is missing.
19040.7952.21157 Information about bag length for axis drive is missing. sealing jaw drive
VP 1
is missing.

instructions
19040.7953.21157 Information about bag length for axis drive is missing. auger feeder VP 1
is missing.
19999.23032.-2 configuration invalid printer <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
Error in displacement transducer.
• Check displacement transducer.
2052.32424.-2 failure of motor relay vacuum pump <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The motor relay that is displayed is faulty.
• Check relay and replace it if necessary.
21165.17650.-2 Automatic optimization active vertical jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
Automatic optimization of the control section is running.
• Wait until automatic optimization is complete.
21165.19522.-2 Automatic optimization active rear sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
21165.31339.-2 Automatic optimization active front sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
2208.10137.21157 Servo overload film drive VP 1
There is a fault on the indicated servo amplifier.
• Check the servo amplifier fault display in the switch cabinet. The servo
amplifier documentation will be useful in eliminating the error.
2208.22169.21157 Servo overload master VP 1
2208.7952.21157 Servo overload sealing jaw drive VP 1


instructions
2208.7953.21157 Servo overload auger feeder VP 1
2247.0.-2 Problem in communication with scale <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The scale slave mode, the scale must deliver product on request. If it does this
(product is present), it will generate confirmation within a certain time. If this
confirmation message comes too late, there is a communication problem
between the VP and the scale. The problem could also be that the VP is set to
slave mode, but for some reason related to physical characteristics (for
example the drop time) it is not even able to run in Slave mode.
• Enter the correct values for communication of the scale and VP.
22481.7953.-2 closure not open auger feeder <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The dosing lock is not open.
• Find out what caused the error and eliminate it.
25125.10137.21157 encoder error in number of increments film drive VP 1
The incremental encoder monitoring system is detecting improper functionality

in the incremental encoder circuit.
• Check the functionality of the incremental encoder.
25125.22169.21157 encoder error in number of increments master VP 1

25125.7952.21157 encoder error in number of increments sealing jaw drive VP 1

25125.7953.21157 encoder error in number of increments auger feeder VP 1

25489.10137.21157 Table test not possible, no server connection (status 14). film drive VP 1

instructions
Rovema.
25489.7952.21157 Table test not possible, no server connection (status 14). sealing jaw
drive VP 1
Rovema.
25570.10137.21157 Loading of tables not possible, not enough storage capacity in IMC
(status 9). film drive VP 1
Rovema.
25570.7952.21157 Loading of tables not possible, not enough storage capacity in IMC
(status 9). sealing jaw drive VP 1
Rovema.
25817.32424.-2 over-current in motor relay vacuum pump <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The relay that is displayed has a fault caused by over-current.
• Find out what caused the error and eliminate it.
25842.10137.21157 Reference switch not found. film drive VP 1
The reference initiator is faulty.
The axis is not switching to the initiator.
for the axis. Replace the initiator if necessary
25842.22169.21157 Reference switch not found. master VP 1

instructions
25842.7952.21157 Reference switch not found. sealing jaw drive VP 1
25842.7953.21157 Reference switch not found. auger feeder VP 1
26290.10137.21157 Coupling not possible, master axis has no reference. film drive VP 1
Rovema.
26290.22169.21157 Coupling not possible, master axis has no reference. master VP 1
Rovema.
26290.7952.21157 Coupling not possible, master axis has no reference. sealing jaw drive
VP 1
Rovema.
26290.7953.21157 Coupling not possible, master axis has no reference. auger feeder VP 1
Rovema.
26577.0.0 tendency limit reached
This error occurs after a tendency signal when tendency control is turned on if
the newly calculated density is less than the minimum value for density.

instructions
• Try to adjust the dosing accurately enough so the tendency limit is not
exceeded.
26872.32424.-2 indication of current incorrect, motor relay vacuum pump <NO TEXT
FOR ID: -2>
There is an incorrect entry in the configuration menu for this motor.
• Correct the data in the corresponding configuration menu for this motor.
27418.0.-2 transport belts lifted <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The "Transport" switch is not switched on (with dosing switched on).
• Switch transport on or dosing off
27666.17650.-2 low temperature vertical jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The actual tolerance value of the indicated zone has fallen below the lower
limit.
a) The machine was just turned on and the temperature zone is currently
heating up.
b) The target temperature was increased and the temperature is currently

heating up.
c) The temperature tolerance of the indicated zone was set to low.
d) The temperature has fallen below the tolerance range while the machine
was stopped.
• Wait for a moment and then check the actual temperature display in the
indicated zone. In the temperature menu, increase the temperature
tolerance in the indicated zone. Change the control parameters in the
configuration menu of the indicated zone.
27666.19522.-2 low temperature rear sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
limit.
heating up.

heating up.
was stopped.

instructions

27666.31339.-2 low temperature front sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
limit.
heating up.

heating up.
was stopped.
2801.9286.0 Failure of analog output module. analog module
The analog output module is faulty.
• Replace the module.
28647.32424.-2 no parameterization vacuum pump <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
There are no parameters for the drive that is displayed.
• This is a very rare system error. Please contact Rovema.
28647.9286.0 no parameterization analog module
There are no parameters for the drive that is displayed.
28752.0.-2 Attention, gas flushing off! <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
Gas flushing is turned off in the menu.
• Turn gas flushing on in the menu.
28922.10137.21157 Axis has no cam table to load. film drive VP 1

No curve tables have been loaded.
• Check whether the error can be eliminated by restarting.

instructions
28922.22169.21157 Axis has no cam table to load. master VP 1
28922.7952.21157 Axis has no cam table to load. sealing jaw drive VP 1
28922.7953.21157 Axis has no cam table to load. auger feeder VP 1
2915.-2.-2 calculation module VP <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2> <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The calculation module (of the VP) could not complete the calculation correctly
due to an error.
• Check last changed value and correct if necessary
29652.0.-2 end of film <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The packaging material roller is used up or the packaging material film is torn.
• Insert a new roller and feed in the new packaging material roller. If the
message appears again even though there is no error in the film, check
the position of the proximity switch for the signal before the end of
packaging material.
29895.0.-2 External synchronous pulses not present <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The CMK generates pulses for synchron-ization between VP and CMK at the
correct time. Each pulse represents one VP cycle. In this case, although the
machine is ready and turned on, the pulses are not present. The cause could
be incorrect wiring or a software error.
• Check the wiring of the machine. If there is no problem with the wiring,
check the software.
29989.17650.-2 sensor fault vertical jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
There is a fault on the temperature sensor of the control section.
• Check the temperature sensor and its electrical connection for a possible
mechanical defect. Replace damaged parts immediately.
29989.19522.-2 sensor fault rear sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
instructions
29989.2881.-2 sensor fault film check <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
29989.31339.-2 sensor fault front sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
30060.5876.0 pre-fuse heating

The fuse (generally the motor protection switch) has been tripped.
This fuse is always included if the power supply of the attachment unit runs
through the Rovema main switch.
• Reset the fuse in the switch box. If the fuse is tripped several times, check
the power consumption against the set nominal current of the fuse.
30524.10137.21157 frequency converter film drive VP 1
There is a problem with the indicated converter. Various causes are possible.
• Check the converter fault display in the switch cabinet. For information on
eliminating the fault, please see the electronics documentation for the
frequency converter.
30524.22169.21157 frequency converter master VP 1
30524.7952.21157 frequency converter sealing jaw drive VP 1
30524.7953.21157 frequency converter auger feeder VP 1

instructions
30675.0.-2 batch number reached <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
Production has been interrupted because the number set for the current batch
(the batch number in the MDC menu) has been reached.
• Enter a new value for a new batch and begin production again.
30907.10137.21157 Loading not possible, table set empty (status 6). film drive VP 1
Rovema.
30907.7952.21157 Loading not possible, table set empty (status 6). sealing jaw drive VP 1
Rovema.
31571.26667.-2 Gear not defined infeed auger <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
There is no value for the gear transmission ratio in the configuration menu.
• Enter the appropriate transmission ratio for this gear in the configuration
menu.
31571.29637.-2 Gear not defined agitator <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
menu.
31571.6572.-2 Gear not defined vertical sealing belt <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
menu.
31661.10137.21157 excess temperature film drive VP 1
The permissible temperature for the drive has been exceeded.1 Overload
caused by sluggish mechanics (because of dirt, for example). 2 Overload
caused by unfavorable display settings.
• Clean working station.Check drive (motor, drive belt, frequency

converter, clutch, connections, wiring etc.) for proper
functionality.Remove product / foreign objects.
31661.17650.-2 excess temperature vertical jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
instructions


31661.19522.-2 excess temperature rear sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

31661.22169.21157 excess temperature master VP 1

31661.31339.-2 excess temperature front sealing jaw <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

31661.32424.-2 excess temperature vacuum pump <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

31661.7952.21157 excess temperature sealing jaw drive VP 1

instructions
31661.7953.21157 excess temperature auger feeder VP 1

31917.9913.-2 residue oxygen is too high gas flushing <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The analysis instrument for residual oxygen analysis is reporting too high a
value.
• Check the gas flushing system and the area that is being flushed with
gas. If necessary, increase the amount of gas.
32159.0.0 Calculation module active
Info message: The calculation module is calculating
32170.10137.21157 fatal error PMC-Task film drive VP 1
Rovema.
32170.22169.21157 fatal error PMC-Task master VP 1
Rovema.
32170.7952.21157 fatal error PMC-Task sealing jaw drive VP 1
Rovema.
32170.7953.21157 fatal error PMC-Task auger feeder VP 1
Rovema.

instructions
32281.10137.21157 Loading not possible, table is still in use (status 10). film drive VP 1
Rovema.
32281.7952.21157 Loading not possible, table is still in use (status 10). sealing jaw drive VP
1
Rovema.
371.0.-2 Drop time for slave operation scale too low <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The drop time is not long enough.
• Increase the value for the drop time.
3880.0.-2 start reference run <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
A reference movement must be performed.
• Start the reference movement on the display.
4143.10137.21157 Loading not possible, table faulty (status 7). film drive VP 1
Rovema.
4143.7952.21157 Loading not possible, table faulty (status 7). sealing jaw drive VP 1
Rovema.
4326.13875.-2 fault checkweigher <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
There is a production problem at the indicated location.
• Find out what is causing the malfunction and eliminate it.
4326.23032.-2 fault printer <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>

instructions
4326.6572.-2 fault vertical sealing belt <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
4712.10137.21157 no standby servo film drive VP 1
The servo amplifier that is displayed is malfunctioning.
• Check the fault display of the servo amplifier in the switch cabinet. Refer
to the electrical documentation for the frequency converter for
information on how to eliminate the malfunction.
4712.22169.21157 no standby servo master VP 1

4712.7952.21157 no standby servo sealing jaw drive VP 1
4712.7953.21157 no standby servo auger feeder VP 1
5205.0.0 calculation module

The calculation module is performing calculations. The machine cannot be
operated while these calculations are being performed!
• The message goes away automatically when the calculations are

complete.
5694.0.-2 VP is waiting for weigher <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The machine is ready for production but there is a malfunction in the scale.
• Check the functionality of the scale. Determine the cause of the error (to
eliminate it, see also the technical documentation for the scale). Note:
The VP remains ready. After the error has been eliminated, the VP
receives the start signal from the scale. Then it starts automatically.

instructions
5932.0.29246 pressure control machine
The compressed air supply is low or has been interrupted.
• Turn on the compressed air supply and check the air connections.
5932.9913.-2 pressure control gas flushing <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The compressed air supply is low or has been interrupted.
• Turn on the compressed air supply and check the air connections.
6423.32424.-2 Motor relay type incorrect. vacuum pump <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The module type that was entered does not correspond to the type of motor
relay being used (hardware problem).
6619.0.0 dynamic problem axis
Program was unable to perform trapezium calculation because the set values
are out of bounds. Limit value calculation is turned off for this error and the
limits are set to their static values (which were defined in RDE).
• As soon as values are set that make it possible to perform the calculation,
the calculated limits will be generated and the user will not be ably to
make any more incorrect settings.
6619.10137.21157 dynamic problem axis film drive VP 1
6619.22169.21157 dynamic problem axis master VP 1
6619.7952.21157 dynamic problem axis sealing jaw drive VP 1

instructions
6619.7953.21157 dynamic problem axis auger feeder VP 1
6784.9286.0 voltage analogue-output unacceptable analog module
The voltage on the Interbus Inline analog module is faulty (hardware problem).
7292.13007.0 Communication error temperature controller

The communication with the temperature controller is not working correctly.
• Check supply voltage of Interbus Restart (main switch)
7460.9286.0 limits for analog output channel 1 analog module
System error
• System error
7466.10137.21157 Number of trapezium generators insufficient. film drive VP 1
Unable to perform calculation.
7466.22169.21157 Number of trapezium generators insufficient. master VP 1
7466.7952.21157 Number of trapezium generators insufficient. sealing jaw drive VP 1
7466.7953.21157 Number of trapezium generators insufficient. auger feeder VP 1

instructions
7525.10137.21157 search path for reference drive exceeded film drive VP 1
The search path for the reference movement was exceeded. The cause may
be a reference initiator that is out of adjustment or an incorrectly set value for
the reference movement.
• Check the value that was entered for the reference movement. If this
value is correct, check the position of the reference initiator and make
certain it is correctly installed and is operating properly. Check the wiring
as well.
7525.22169.21157 search path for reference drive exceeded master VP 1
as well.
7525.7952.21157 search path for reference drive exceeded sealing jaw drive VP 1
as well.
7525.7953.21157 search path for reference drive exceeded auger feeder VP 1
as well.
7758.10137.21157 Unable to delete tables, no server connection (status 12). film drive VP 1
Rovema.
7758.7952.21157 Unable to delete tables, no server connection (status 12). sealing jaw
drive VP 1

instructions
Rovema.
7794.0.0 No machine areas turned on
No machine area is turned on.
• Turn on the machine area.
8156.10137.21157 encoder error zero pulse film drive VP 1

8156.22169.21157 encoder error zero pulse master VP 1

8156.7952.21157 encoder error zero pulse sealing jaw drive VP 1

8156.7953.21157 encoder error zero pulse auger feeder VP 1

8653.0.-2 Unable to determine external cycle number. <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
Unable to determine the cycle number of the machine in question. It may be
that no constant cycle number was reached from which a value could be
calculated.
• To determine the external cycle number, this machine must reach a

constant cycle number for a specific period of time. Make certain nothing
interferes with the system during this time that could prevent the cycle
number from being reached.
8816.17650.-2 Control loop interrupted or heater output too low vertical jaw <NO TEXT
FOR ID: -2>
In the control zone referred to heating was carried out with 100% heater output
but the actual temperature has not changed.

instructions
• Check supply voltage of the solid-state relays, setpoint may not be

achievable or heater output (heating cartridge) too weak and/or
defective.
8816.19522.-2 Control loop interrupted or heater output too low rear sealing jaw <NO
TEXT FOR ID: -2>

defective.
8816.31339.-2 Control loop interrupted or heater output too low front sealing jaw <NO
TEXT FOR ID: -2>

defective.
9006.5932.29246 Forced venting fault pressure control machine
The forced venting is a device that causes the compressed air to escape from
the machine.The monitoring of this forced venting (a pressure monitor) has
determined that pressure is still present in the pneumatic system.
• Check the valve and the pressure monitor of the forced venting and
exchange faulty parts immediately!
9014.10137.21157 number of negative revolutions axis to high film drive VP 1
The axis was requested to run at a speed that is below its maximum possible
speed.
9014.22169.21157 number of negative revolutions axis to high master VP 1
speed.
9014.7952.21157 number of negative revolutions axis to high sealing jaw drive VP 1
speed.

instructions
9014.7953.21157 number of negative revolutions axis to high auger feeder VP 1
speed.
9166.0.-2 Not possible while machine is running. <NO TEXT FOR ID: -2>
The selected function cannot be performed while the machine is running.
• Stop the machine with the “Off” key and start the function again.
9957.10137.21157 Coupling not possible, slave axis has no reference. film drive VP 1
System error
9957.22169.21157 Coupling not possible, slave axis has no reference. master VP 1
System error
9957.7952.21157 Coupling not possible, slave axis has no reference. sealing jaw drive VP
1
System error
9957.7953.21157 Coupling not possible, slave axis has no reference. auger feeder VP 1
System error

instructions
Malfunctions of machine operation 5.3
5.3 Malfunctions of machine operation
Malfunction / This chapter describes malfunctions that do not appear on the display, but may
Possible cause(s) still occur.
and remedy
Product jam in filling Product has got stuck in the filling funnel
funnel
• Clean the filling funnel
• Make sure that the product does not stick or form clumps
Weight variations in The product infeed is uneven

the filled packages
• Make sure that the product level in the filling funnel is consistent
• Check the function of the product infeed (infeed auger)
Scratching noised An agitator is grinding against the funnel wall

from the filling
funnel • Check the seating of the agitators
• Check whether the funnel is mounted correctly
Foreign bodies in the funnel
• Immediately switch machine off and clean it
DANGER!

instructions
Annex 6
6 Annex
This final part gives information that, due to its extent, cannot be provided in the previous
chapter without completely changing the structure of this operation manual. It
is mainly supplier documentation.

instructions
Tendency regulation 6.1
6.1 Tendency regulation
General Tendency regulation is a process which evens out weight variations in bag
production.
The produced bags are weighed by a downstream checkweigher which
records the bag's actual weight. Any deviation in weight detected is corrected
by the tendency regulation process.
To trigger the process, signals are generated by the checkweigher, which are
then implemented by the dosing unit control.
Operation ROVEMA tendency regulation works with pulse-width modulated signals

which must be sent by the checkweigher. The pulse width, i.e. the duration of
a pulse, varies according to the weight deviation that needs to be evened out.
The checkweigher sends two signals:
• Signal "tendency +" in the case of negative deviation
• Signal "tendency -" in the case of positive deviation
Example:
The checkweigher is set to generate the pulse-width signals so that a pulse of
1 second in length is sent for every 1 gram of weight deviation. (Pulse-width
signal = 0.2g/s).
The Rovema control for the dosing unit must generate the weight correction
from this signal. For this purpose, the value on the display screen is set so that
it is at 0.2 grams per second of pulse coming from the checkweigher.
• Setting = 0.2 g/s
In other words, the dosing unit corrects the next fill so that it is one gram higher
than the previous fill.
Settings The values which must be entered for the checkweigher and the dosing unit
vary depending on factors such as the desired weight of the packages and the
desired precision of package production.
These values must be determined by the machine user and set accordingly.
General Tendency regulation is a process which evens out weight variations in bag
production.
The produced bags are weighed by a downstream checkweigher which
records the bag's actual weight. Any deviation in weight detected is corrected
by the tendency regulation process.
To trigger the process, signals are generated by the checkweigher, which are
then implemented by the dosing unit control.
Operation ROVEMA tendency regulation works with pulse-width modulated signals

which must be sent by the checkweigher. The pulse width, i.e. the duration of
a pulse, varies according to the weight deviation that needs to be evened out.
instructions
Tendency regulation 6.1
The checkweigher sends two signals:

• Signal "tendency +" in the case of negative deviation
• Signal "tendency -" in the case of positive deviation
Example:
The checkweigher is set to generate the pulse-width signals so that a pulse of
5 seconds in length is sent for every 1 gram of weight deviation. (Pulse-width
signal = 5s/g).
The Rovema control for the dosing unit must generate the weight correction
from this signal. For this purpose, the value on the display screen is set so that
it is at 0.2 grams per second of pulse coming from the checkweigher.
In other words, the dosing unit corrects the next fill so that it is one gram higher
than the previous fill.
Settings The values which must be entered for the checkweigher and the dosing unit
vary depending on factors such as the desired weight of the packages and the
desired precision of package production.
These values must be determined by the machine user and set accordingly.

instructions
Overview of auger sizes 6.2
6.2 Overview of auger sizes
6.2.1 Auger sizes for SDX-50
Size Diameter Pitch Turn
0 14.0 8.0 0.7
0 14.0 10.5 0.9
0 14.0 12.0 1.0
1 19.4 12.0 2.0
1 19.4 15.1 2.5
1 19.4 18.0 3.1
2 24.5 15.1 5.2

2 24.5 18.2 6.0
2 24.5 22.2 7.0
3 29.3 18.2 9.4
3 29.3 22.2 11.0
3 29.3 28.6 16.1
4 35.4 22.2 18.1
4 35.4 28.6 22.0
4 35.4 33.4 28.4
S 39.5 33.4 36.0
5 45.0 28.6 38.3
5 45.0 33.4 46
5 45.0 41.2 56.7
S 50.0 50.8 86.4

instructions
6 54.0 33.4 67.3
6 54.0 41.2 84.0

6 54.0 50.8 103
S 60.0 60.4 143
6.2.2 Auger sizes for SDX-75
Size Diameter Pitch Turn
0 14.0 8.0 0.7

0 14.0 10.5 0.9
0 14.0 12.0 1.0
1 19.4 12.0 2.0
1 19.4 15.1 2.5
1 19.4 18.0 3.1
2 24.5 15.1 5.2
2 24.5 18.2 6.0
2 24.5 22.2 7.0
3 29.3 18.2 9.4
3 29.3 22.2 11.0
3 29.3 28.6 16.1
4 35.4 22.2 18.1
4 35.4 28.6 22.0
4 35.4 33.4 28.4
S 39.5 33.4 36.0

instructions
5 45.0 28.6 38.3
5 45.0 33.4 46
5 45.0 41.2 56.7
S 50.0 50.8 86.4
6 54.0 33.4 67.3
6 54.0 41.2 84.0
6 54.0 50.8 103
S 60.0 60.4 143
7 67.0 41.2 127
7 67.0 50.8 155
7 67.0 60.0 185
S 75.0 75.0 285

instructions
Passwords 6.3
6.3 Passwords
After you look at this page, you should keep it separate from this manual
in a secure location.
password at delivery changed changed
Level 1 4091
Level 2 409253
Level 3 409386

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Rovema packaging machines are special machines that are customised in

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Guidelines for this manual

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1.1 Machine views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2 Descriptions of individual functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

2.1 Safety equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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2.2.5 The settings in the "Settings" menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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2.2.12 Basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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2.3 Layout and function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

3.1 First start-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

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3.2 Entering SDX parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

4.1 Safety during maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

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5.1 General error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

6.1 Tendency regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197

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With the help of this the user should be able to

This introduction provides an overview of the machine functions.

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1.1 Machine views

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1.2 Safety instructions

The special design of the packaging machine may make it necessary to go

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In case of danger ... press am EMERGENCY STOP button immediately!

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A ladder is sufficient as a climbing aid if

Fixed steps must be attached when

Work platforms are required in addition to ladders or fixed steps when

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• parts of machines are installed, removed and/or set down, which,

Safety instructions are marked in this operating manual as follows:

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1.3 Protective equipment

Equipment that locks or separates, contactless and electrical equipment can

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Replacement of Defective protective equipment must be replaced by a corresponding original

Visual inspection with machine at standstill

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Measurements with machine at standstill

Electrical installation Performing checks according to the statutory provisions.

Visual inspection with running machine

Contactless The effectiveness of all contactless protective equipment must be checked.

1.3.1 Warning signs on the machine

Warning of dangerous electric voltage!

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Warning of rotating machine parts!

Warning of hand injuries!

Entry to this area prohibited!

Warning of hot surface!

Do not make any additional holes in the

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Warning of non-ionising electromagnetic

Warning of magnetic field!