RCW - Eng

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SERIAL NO. :
MODEL :
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MULTIHEAD WEIGHER
MODEL
MTS RCW
USE AND MAINTENANCE

HANDBOOK
mansimweight SIMWEIGHT MANUAL WEIGHER 1/76
Rev0- 04/2005 MTS RCW
INTRODUCTION
The aim of this manual is to provide information on the safe and competent use of the
SIMWEIGHT MTS RCW weigher. It is the fruit of the continuous transmission and
validated technical tests registered by the manufacturer as a means of implementing the
internal quality of information on safety procedures.
The information given in this manual is for specialised users able to interact with the
system in conditions of safety for persons, the machine and the environment by
interpreting elementary diagnostics of breakdowns and abnormal working conditions
including simple working test operations in complete respect of the prescriptions given on
the following pages and safety regulations in force.
Information concerning adjustments and repairs is for, and therefore must only be followed
by, Simionato personnel authorised directly by the manufacturer.
In order for it to be useful to the proper working of the product, this manual must be kept in
good condition to guarantee that it is legible, also for future reference. If it is damaged or
simply for any technical or operational reasons, contact the sales network or manufacturer.
SIMIONATO S.p.A. reserve the right to change the contents of this manual at any moment
and without any previous warning.
The rights of translation, reproduction, total or partial adaptation and in any way (including
Photostat copies, films and microfilms) are reserved and prohibited unless written
authorization has been obtained from SIMIONATO S.p.A.
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Index
1 GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................. 5
1.1 MANUFACTURER’S DETAILS ...........................................................................5
2 WARNINGS- PRECAUTIONS- GENERAL ADVICE ............................................ 5

2.1 SAFETY...............................................................................................................5
2.1.1 Warnings Concerning Points of Use..................................................................6
3 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 6
4 SAFETY REGULATIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND AFTER USING

THE MACHINE .................................................................................................... 8
4.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THE MULTIHEAD WEIGHER.8
4.2 SIGNALS AND WARNINGS..............................................................................10
5 TECHNICAL DATA............................................................................................. 12
5.1 TECHNICAL FEATURES ..................................................................................12
5.2 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS ........................................................................12
5.3 NOISE................................................................................................................13
6 ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING CONDITIONS ............................................... 13
7 TRANSPORT AND HANDLING.......................................................................... 14

7.1 TRANSPORT, HANDLING AND INSTALLATION .............................................14
7.1.1 Warnings..........................................................................................................14
7.1.2 Requirements for Lifting Equipment ................................................................14
7.1.3 Requirements for Handling, Positioning and Installation .................................14
8 IP: DEGREE OF PROTECTION OF MACHINE CASING................................... 16
9 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................. 17
9.1 WIRING SYSTEM..............................................................................................17
9.2 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM (ONLY FOR RCW 14-45 6WL) ....................................19
10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................... 21

10.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................21
10.2 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE .........................................................................22
11 DEMOLISHING THE MACHINE ......................................................................... 25
12 SWITCHING ON AND STARTING UP THE SIMWEIGHT ................................. 25

12.1 SWITCHING ON................................................................................................ 25
13 . DESCRIPTION OF HOW MACHINE WORKS ..................................................26

13.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................... 26
13.2 OPERATIONAL STAGES ................................................................................. 27
13.2.1 Loading ........................................................................................................ 28
13.2.2 Central ring................................................................................................... 28
13.2.3 Radial distribution......................................................................................... 29
13.3 PREDOSING AND SELF-ADJUSTMENT ......................................................... 29
13.3.1 Predosing ..................................................................................................... 29
13.3.2 Self-adjustment ............................................................................................ 30
13.3.3 Vibrating trays .............................................................................................. 32
13.4 WEIGHING ........................................................................................................ 33
13.4.1 Self-tare........................................................................................................ 33
13.5 PRODUCT DISCHARGE CYCLE ..................................................................... 34
13.5.1 Depositing and calculating combinations ..................................................... 34
13.6 DISCHARGING PACKAGES ............................................................................ 35
13.6.1 Weight, combination, over tolerance discharge ........................................... 35
13.6.2 Alarms control .............................................................................................. 36
14 MACHINE CONFIGURATION.............................................................................37
14.1 COUNTER-PIECE FUNCTION ......................................................................... 38
15 USER INTERFACE .............................................................................................39

15.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE KEYS ......................................................................... 40
15.2 STARTING UP THE MULTIHEAD .................................................................... 41
15.3 HMI PAGES....................................................................................................... 43
15.3.1 Menu ............................................................................................................ 43
15.3.2 Execute Cycle .............................................................................................. 44
15.4 SAVING DATA .................................................................................................. 48
15.4.1 Saving data from the internal memory on media stick ................................. 49
15.4.2 Loading data from media stick to internal memory ...................................... 50
15.4.3 Updating software ........................................................................................ 50
15.5 RECIPE DATA................................................................................................... 51
15.6 MACHINE CONFIGURATION........................................................................... 57
15.7 MACHINE PRODUCTIVITY .............................................................................. 61
15.8 SERVICE........................................................................................................... 63
15.9 CORE CARD ..................................................................................................... 65
15.9.1 Digital inputs................................................................................................. 65
15.9.2 Digital outputs and voltage free contacts......................................................66

15.10 STEP CARD ......................................................................................................68
15.10.1 Step Motors ..................................................................................................68
15.10.2 Central Ring .................................................................................................69
15.10.3 Vibration intensity .........................................................................................69
15.11 WEIGHT CARD .................................................................................................70
15.12 MEASUREMENTS REPORT ............................................................................71
15.13 CARD CONFIGURATION .................................................................................72
15.14 ALARMS PAGE .................................................................................................73
15.14.1 List of Alarms................................................................................................73
1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 MANUFACTURER’S DETAILS
All the information in this manual refers to the series and model indicated below. For the technical features
of the model indicated, please refer to paragraph “5.1 TECHNICAL FEATURES”.
Manufacturer: SIMIONATO S.p.A.

Via Trieste, 53
35035 MESTRINO (PD)
ITALY
Tel.: +39-49-9006511
Fax: +39-49-9002035
E-Mail:sales@simionato.com
Machine: MULTI-HEAD WEIGHER

Series SIMWEIGHT
Model RCW __________________
Voltage: …………………………………………
Phase: …………………………………………
Frequency: …………………………………………
Description: multihead weigher designed to weigh :
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Year of manufacture: ……………
2 WARNINGS- PRECAUTIONS- GENERAL ADVICE
2.1 SAFETY
This manual has been written for operators with an average level of education; before starting any
operations it you need to make sure you have read and understood all this manual.
If in any doubt, ask qualified personnel for explanations.
Failure to observe or negligence of safety regulations cause accidents during the use and maintenance of
the machine; if in doubt or for any clarification, SIMIONATO S.p.A. are at your disposal and are happy to
help.
Do not make any modifications or carry out maintenance which is not described here; bear in mind that if the
machine is put into operation incorrectly, it may work but it could be dangerous.
SIMIONATO S.p.A. accept no liability for damage to persons or things cause by negligence in reading or
implementing the information given in this manual.
2.1.1 Warnings Concerning Points of Use
Do not underestimate the repeated references to " DANGER - ATTENTION - CAUTION ", appearing in this
manual and on the machine.
In order to attract attention and give safety messages, potentially dangerous operations are preceded by
notes and symbols that point out the danger they could represent and explain what attitude to adopt.
These symbols are of three types, and are identified as follows :
DANGER : imminent danger that causes serious injury or death.
ATTENTION : risky behaviour that could cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION : behaviour that could cause injury that is not serious or damage to things.
Furthermore there is also a symbol for attracting attention to technical notes considered particularly
important; this is the HAND symbol. Notes preceded by this symbol are of a technical nature and
make operations easier.
3 INTRODUCTION
The text of the manual is grouped in sections, chapters and paragraphs according to the topics.
Here below are some examples of how to identify them.
section 2. WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS - GENERAL ADVICE
chapter 2.1 SAFETY
This manual has been written for operators with a mid-average education; before starting any operation make sure that this
manual has been read and understood. If in doubt, qualified personnel should be consulted for any explanations needed.
paragraph 2.1.1. Warnings Concerning The Points Of Use
Dot not under-estimate the repeated references to " DANGER - ATTENTION - CAUTION ", appearing in this manual and
on the machine.
⇒ For explanation of the notes and symbols of "DANGER - ATTENTION - CAUTION see " 2.1.1.
WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING THE POINTS OF USE".
Fig 1
Within the text reference is made to the figures as follows :

………………take off the bucket (3-Fig.1).
4 SAFETY REGULATIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND AFTER USING THE

MACHINE
The machine must be used in dedicated areas which have been judged as suitable in compliance with health
and safety and environmental standards in force.
Simionato products have been designed and constructed for the purposes described in chapter 1.1. Any
other use for purposes not described shall compromise the correct functioning of the machine
Modifications to or tampering with the product, its component parts and/or the technical features stated by
the manufacturer are strictly prohibited. Failure to observe this, improper use of the machine and
inobservance of programmed maintenance schedules shall cause the terms of guarantee to lapse and shall
compromise safety and reliability.
Before using the machine, get to know the positions and operation of all the controls, since the operator must
be able to carry out the controls described in this manual without any hesitation whatsoever.
Maintenance, lubrication and regulation of the machine are to be done with the machine at a
standstill (no air and electricity supply).
before carrying out any work on the machine, make sure that the energy sources have been
physically disconnected (electric plugs and compressed air hoses and pipes disconnected);
do not lie down under the machine or climb on top of it, not even with the help of a ladder;
do not approach moving parts during machine operation;
do not tamper with or alter the safety systems in any way;
4.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THE MULTIHEAD WEIGHER
The multihead weigher has been designed and built so that, beside being reliable and fast, it is also as safe
as possible.
However, in order not to run into dangerous situations, the following rules for safety must be followed:
it is severely prohibited to discharge products or product waste or pollutants into the sewers, water
courses or into the environment in general. These products or substances must be collected in special
containers, stored and recycled;
make sure that the energy sources supplying the machine are of the type required and that the
connections can bear whatever has to flow through (electrical current, air or other) necessary for the
proper operation of the machine;
the operator must wear overalls (or other protective clothing) and a cap to cover his hair;
if substances or material dangerous to health are used or dealt with, adequate protective clothing must
be worn (gloves, goggles, masks, aprons, shoes, etc.);
it is compulsory to use caps and gloves made of the right material during product processing, for which
special characteristics are specifically required from the point of view of hygiene.
whether the machine is operating or whether it is idle, make sure that no unauthorised people approach
it;
after use and during pauses from work, do not leave the machine plugged in and live (even if it is not
operating) and unguarded;
before carrying out any work on the machine, make sure that the energy sources have been physically
disconnected (electric plugs and compressed air hoses and pipes disconnected);
do not lie down under the machine or climb on top of it, not even with the help of a ladder;
do not approach moving parts during machine operation;
do not tamper with or alter the safety systems in any way;
do not modify the machine separately from the system or configure it differently from what has been
foreseen by the manufacturer;
be careful when handling sharp parts while carrying out permitted operations;
periodically check efficiency of the electricity system grounding and the good state of the electric wires;
do not come near the machine with hands, other parts of the body or clothing if they are wet, or without
wearing suitable shoes;
electrical connections must not be different from those provided for, neither should the rated power be
exceeded for the power terminals on the machine;
a magneto-thermal safety cut out switch must be installed downstream of the electric system to protect
from short circuits or overloads;
the machine must not obstruct the passage of people or things;
keep the area around the machine free from grease, oil, water or other substances that could hamper
the operation of, and the access to, the machine;
in the room where the machine is kept do not keep inflammable materials and avoid dangerous fumes
from accumulating here;
as a safety measure keep fire-fighting material (fire extinguishers, buckets of sand) near the machine;
avoid splashing water or other liquids onto the machine;
do not switch on the machine with the control cabinet not properly closed;
carefully check the state of the electric cables : replace if necessary with other cables corresponding to
the same specifications (type, section, colour, etc.);
provide for the correct evacuation of the treated material;
each time work is suspended and in case of a power cut, disconnect the machine from the mains;
the machine is equipped with control and safety equipment, though for safety reasons, the system must
always considered live;
every component replaced must be of the type approved or supplied by SIMIONATO S.p.A.;
if uncertain or in doubt, contact SIMIONATO S.p.A. before carrying out any work on the machine.
4.2 SIGNALS AND WARNINGS
The purpose of safety devices is to prevent the operator from gaining access to dangerous parts. The
SIMWEIGHT weigher has been designed and constructed so that there are no dangerous parts that the
operator has access to. Where this has not been possible, the dangerous situation is marked by suitable
symbols.
Mechanical safety
Inaccessibility to inside the control panel is guaranteed by the use of a special key to open the panel which
however cannot be opened unless the disconnecting switch which locks the door is in the “ 0 “ position and
therefore when the electricity supply has been disconnected completely (fig.3).
Electrical safety
The wiring system provides :
1) An emergency push-button PE (Fig.2) located near the operator’s control panel on the stand column.
When the emergency push-button is pressed, the electricity supply is cut off from the users so it is
advisable to use this push-button whenever a dangerous situation arises.
Restore push-button
Stop push-button
Fig 2
A red emergency push-button for stopping the table and a black push-button for restoring function and
restarting the installation are present on the box. A magneto-thermal device is located on the box to check
for current overloads.
2) A door-locking disconnecting switch IG is located on the control panel with two possible positions (fig.3):
• In position “ 0 “ the three phases which supply electricity to the panel are disconnected.
• In position “I“ the three phases are connected and there is a mechanical lock on the opening of the
electric control panel.
Door-locking
switch IG
Lock can only 1

be opened
using special
key 3 2
Fig 3
Reference Graphic symbol Type Description

It is forbidden to carry out work on live
apparatus. Any exceptions must be
authorised by person in charge. In
particularly dangerous conditions another
1 DIVIETO person must be present as well as the
person carrying out the work.
ONLY START WORK WHEN SAFETY
MEASURES HAVE BEEN
IMPLEMENTED
OPENING by non-authorised persons

FORBIDDEN
2 DIVIETO
Only electricians are allowed to open the
panel
It is forbidden to carry out work on live

apparatus. Any exceptions must be
1 DANGER authorised by the person in charge and
are subject to safety measures being
adopted.
5 TECHNICAL DATA
A metal plate on the machine casing shows :
♦ manufacturers name and address.

♦ serial number of the machine.
"CE" mark.
manufacturer’s name and address.

serial number of the machine
the name of the series or model.
rated supply voltage and phases.
NOTE : the serial number and the series or model of the machine must be quoted in each
communication sent to SIMIONATO S.p.A.
5.1 TECHNICAL FEATURES
RCW
Model
8B 8B 10 14 14-21 14-45 8+8B 8+8B
15 21 21 15 7GM 6WL* 15 21
Number of Heads 8 8 10 14 14 14 16 16
Pool Pool Pool Pool
Pool Pool Pool Pool
Configuration of pans Weight Weight Weight Weight
Weight Weight Weight Weight
Boost Boost Boost Boost
Pan volume [ml] 1500 2100 2100 1500 2100 4500 1500 2100
Pan capacity [gr] 2500 2500 1000 800 2500 2500 2500 2500
Weight of machine [kg] 600 600 650 800 800 800 900 900
External
1582 1634 1629 1739 1791 1871 1808 1864
Dimensions diameter
[mm] Min. height 1350 1350 1350 1350 1350 1350 1350 1350
Max. height 2213 2213 1885 2026 2064 2083 2000 2000
5.2 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
Parts coming into contact with the AISI 304 or special steel, silicone rubber certified
product for use with foodstuffs.
Parts not coming into contact with AAISI 304 or special steel, plastics certified for
the product use with foodstuffs.
Pneumatic part
Anticorodal aluminium, AISI 304 steel.
(only for 6WL)
Gaskets Teflon, silicone (atoxic), silicone rubber, closed
cell adhesive gasket.
5.3 NOISE
In the working position where the operator is stationed (A-fig.2), when running empty, the multihead presents
an equivalent and pondered “A” level continuous acoustic pressure lower than 85 dB (A), in accordance with
CE regulation n° 98/37dd. 22/06/98, which repeals CE regulation n° 89/392 (better Known as Machines
Directive) and subsequent modifications and also in accordance with D.P.R. n° 459/96 dd. 24/07/96 and
regulation EN ISO 11202 of 1995.
N.B. The SIMWEIGHT does not need supervision because it works automatically, but, there is a working
position next to the control panel, which can be likened to an operator’s workstation, to be used for starting
and stopping the machine’s work cycles.
CONTROL
PANEL
POS.A
FIG 4
6 ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
The weigher must be placed in an environment in which the temperature ranges between + 05 °C and 40°C
inclusive, special versions may work in environments in which temperatures range between -10°C and
+50°C inclusive.
WARNING : cramped, badly ventilated or poorly moderated environments cause accidents.
WARNING : irritation to the eyes, nose and throat are symptoms of intoxication; if this
happens improve ventilation. Provide for the installation of air extractor fans if toxic
products are used or products which may in any way affect the operator’s reactions.
WARNING : lighting in the working environment must be at normal values and not create
difficulties in operation; there must be no areas in shadow or irritating reflections as these
are symptoms of poor or insufficient arrangement of lighting systems.
The conditions and size of the environment in which the weigher is to work must be such as to enable the
operator to work in optimum conditions.
7 TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
7.1 TRANSPORT, HANDLING AND INSTALLATION
7.1.1 Warnings
The safety warnings listed below must be borne in mind for transportation, handling and warehousing.
Failure to observe these warnings shall relieve SIMIONATO SPA from any liability whatsoever in the event
of damage to the lifting equipment and/or persons.
o Check that the SIMWEIGHT weigher received has not suffered any damage before unloading from
the transport vehicle platform. Also check that the packing has not been tampered with and/or there
are no significant knocks. In the event of damage to the machine or packing and/or tampering with,
note this down on the transport documents.
o Carefully assess the weight of the machine (see para. 5.1). Use lifting equipment of a suitable
capacity and for a weight considerably greater than the weight indicated by SIMIONATO.
The use of unsuitable equipment may cause serious injury to persons appointed with
handling operations.
7.1.2 Requirements for Lifting Equipment

o Lifting equipment must be chosen and positioned in relation to the weight of the machine and
according to the maximum projection permitted.
7.1.3 Requirements for Handling, Positioning and Installation

o Before handling the SIMWEIGHT weigher, check that all the area where the machine is to be
handled and positioned is free of obstruction and dangerous areas. Check carefully that in the area
where the SIMWEIGHT is to be installed there are no obstructions or “danger areas”. If there are,
provide for the removal of all operating hazards.
o It is forbidden to climb onto the machine, stand near and/or pass under it during handling and
installation.
o Operators involved must maintain a safe distance during handling and installation of the machine. It
is strictly forbidden for all those not appointed with the operation to access the transportation,
handling and installation area.
o Avoid several persons working on the machine at the same time without being co-ordinated as this
could cause hazardous situations.
WARNING: danger of machine overturning

Danger of persons being hit or crushed
Do not underestimate the weight of the weigher.

The size or volume of the machine may be deceptive. Check that the capacity of
the equipment being used is suitable to the weight and volume of the machine.
When lifting and moving the machine (packed and unpacked) do not let the load
transit or hang above persons or things.
Check that the ground on which the packing is placed and where the machine will be positioned are
horizontal and sufficiently smooth.
Keep the packing, it will be useful for moving or storing the machine.
Do not let the machine drop and place it down with extreme caution, any knocks
could cause damage to it.
To move the machine, insert the fork lift tines at the points indicated in the drawing (fig.5).
The tines must be inserted so that they protrude from the other side of the lifting cross piece by about 15 cm.
The supporting cross piece must only be removed once the machine has been installed and fixed onto its
foundations.
LIFT AND MOVE THE MACHINE SLOWLY AND WITH CAUTION.
Points where tines

protrude Lifting cross-
The tines must protrude from
piece
the cross-piece by about
15cm
Points where tines are inserted
FIG 5
8 IP: DEGREE OF PROTECTION OF MACHINE CASING
The machine may have an IP 54 or IP 65 degree of protection according to the version requested by the
customer.
For IP 54 and IP65 reference is made to the degree of protection of the machine casing against dust and
water.
DEGREE OF
DUST WATER
PROTECTION
Penetration of dust is not totally excluded Protection is guaranteed against sprays, in
IP 54 but is limited to quantities which are not other words drops of water which fall onto
damaging to the apparatus contained. the container.
The casing is protected against jets of

IP 65 Penetration of dust is totally excluded.
water coming from any direction.
9 INSTALLATION
WARNING: THE INSTALLATION COMPLETE WITH STAND MUST ONLY BE ASSEMBLED OR

DISASSEMBLED BY SIMIONATO PERSONNEL OR IN ANY CASE BY PERSONNEL WHO
HAVE BEEN WARNED AND TRAINED.
9.1 WIRING SYSTEM
The electrical connection characteristics are given here below:
RCW
Model
8B 8B 10 14 14-21 14-45 8+8B 8+8B
15 21 21 15 7GM 6WL* 15 21
Voltage [Vac] 400Vac *
Frequency [HZ] 50 – 60
Phases 3F+T
Electrical power rating
1000 1000 1000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000
[VA]
* the machine can be supplied with 230Vac by making modifications to the wiring system.
This modification must only be carried out by authorised personnel.
Using a cable sized for the machine’s load, make sure the voltages correspond, make the connection to the
rear socket (1-Fig.6).
FIG 6
If it is necessary to reach and access the platform, use

the ladder provided along with the stand.
Hook the ladder to the stand using the hooks indicated
in the drawing here at the side and at all times observe
safety regulations.
Hooking ladder
to stand The use of the ladder and access to the platform are
strictly reserved for authorised personnel warned and
trained and provided with personal protection
equipment
9.2 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM (ONLY FOR RCW 14-45 6WL)
For the RCW 14-45 6WL a system of air treatment is provided which performs the following functions:
Absorbs internal humidity from the machine body
Prevents infiltrations inside of liquids or air in the event of small leaks.
Enables any air or liquid leaks to be detected
RCW
Model
8B 8B 10 14 14-21 14-45 8+8B 8+8B
15 21 21 15 7GM 6WL* 15 21
Compressed air
--- --- --- --- --- 0,6-1,2 --- ---
pressure [Mpa]
Compressed air
--- --- --- --- --- 15 --- ---
consumption [l/min]
The compressed air supplied must have the following

qualities and features:
Quality of Amount of
compressed air Max. dew point under
water -20
( DIN ISO 8573- pressure3 [°C]
contained
1standard : class
3) Amount of oil Max. concentration of
1
Pneumatic supply
contained oil [mg/l]

Max dimensions of
5
particles [µm]
Solid bodies
Max density of
5
particles [mg/m3]
Before connecting the machine to the pneumatic supply

line, we recommend flushing out the line if it has not been used
for some time. The air supply tubes must be of the type 06/04
Filter 5µm Sub Micro-Filter mm (ext/int).
0.01 µm oil separator
Micro-Filter Drier
0.3 µm oil separator
MAINTENANCE OF DRIER
Do not remove the cap when it is under pressure as it could fly off and create a hazard
SIGNALS
Check dehumidifcation works on the dew point indicator

Osbserve the colour of the dew point indicator to check that the membrane drier is working properly. If the indicator is
BLUE: function is normal
PINK: the temperature of the dew point is high (the air coming out is humid).
Important: it takes the indicator about 1 hour from when the air flow starts to change colour.
BROWN :a large quantity of oil has contaminated the membrane drier. In this case replace the dew point
indicator and membrane module.
REPLACING FILTERING ELEMENT:
The filtering elements of the micro-filter oil separator, the sub-micro-filter oil separator and sub-micro-filter oil separator
with pre-filter which are installed on the entry side to the membrane drier must be replaced after about two years of use.
Replace the filtering element earlier if there is a fall in pressure of 0.2 MPa. Replace the filtering element when the red
notch on the element’s service indicator reaches maximum height.
REPLACING MEMBRANE MODULE
Replace the membrane module if the dew point indicator turns WHITE, PINK or BROWN.
The periodical replacement programme, if required, depends on working conditions, but as a general rule, it must be
replaced after four years of use.
Replace the module earlier if the dew point indicator takes on one of the colours above.
10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance, cleaning and adjustment of the SIMWEIGHT must be carried out with the
machine switched off (without air and electricity supply).
Irrespective of the machine’s use and product processed, clean away production residues
in compliance with regulations in force.
If it becomes necessary to gain access and reach the platform, use the ladder supplied
along with the stand.
The use of the ladder and access to the platform are strictly reserved for authorised
personnel, warned and trained and provided with personal protection equipment
Maintenance of the SIMWEIGHT weigher consists of a series of controls to be carried out periodically so that
the machine is in perfect working efficiency at all times.
10.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
It is the operator’s responsibility to judge the state of the machine and its suitability for use.
It is advisable to stop the machine and carry out maintenance whenever it is not functioning optimally.
10.2 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Cleaning operations must be performed using a low-pressure air blower or damp

cloth according to the type of product processed.
Clean the :
buckets, paying particular attention to the doors and all the parts involved in the bucket’s movement
Extract them from their slots and insert them as shown in the drawing.
2 2
1 1
REMOVING BUCKET INSERTING BUCKET
1) pull the bucket upwards in order to free it 1) Rest the pin in B against the support hook (A)
from its support hook (A)
2) Extract it by pulling it outwards 2) Move the bucket downwards in order to insert
pin C in the slot on support A
Linear vibrators
To clean these pull them out from their slots. You need to unhook and loosen at least 3 adjacent trays to
pull out at least one.
Proceed as indicated to remove and clean tray 2.
Tray 1 Tray 2 Tray 3
1. Pull lever A indicated rotating it in the direction of the arrow on the drawing
2. Rotate tray 1 to the right
3. Rotate tray3 to the left
4. Lift up tray 2 in order to pull it up from the central distribution cone
5. Extract it
To insert the removed vibrating tray, proceed as follows:
Attachment wedge
Slot for attaching wedge

A
Base on which tray rests
1. Keeping the vibrating tray tilted (downwards) insert the attachment wedge into the slot for that
purpose indicated in the photo
2. Rest the vibrating tray on its base.
3. Use lever A to re-attach the vibrating tray.
The vibrating trays must be fitted anti-clockwise (each tray is fitted to the right of the one
fitted just before)
Central Distributor
To clean the central distributor, remove all the buckets and vibrating trays and wear personal protection
equipment.
Central distributor
Partitions
Clean the partitions with a water jet. To do this, just extract them from their housing by pulling them upwards
as indicated in the photo below.
Extractable partition
IMPORTANT !
Disposal of lubricants and replaced parts must be carried out in respect of regulations in force in the
country in which the machine is used.
11 DEMOLISHING THE MACHINE
The machine must only be demolished by qualified personnel.
When demolishing the machine, abide strictly by the safety rules and regulations given in
this manual.
Before demolishing begins, first eliminate all the parts that could be detrimental to the environment:
♦ Disconnect the machine from the electrical and pneumatic power sources.
♦ The electrical and electronic equipment must be disposed of separately.
♦ Dismantle the machine, grouping the components according to material types.
♦ The main parts of the machine are made of stainless steel, aluminium, iron, plastic, silicone rubber and
silicone.
IMPORTANT !
Disposal of the dismantled machine must be carried out in accordance with the Law and
local regulations in force in the country of the user.
12 SWITCHING ON AND STARTING UP THE SIMWEIGHT
12.1 SWITCHING ON
To switch on the machine, just carry out the following operations:
Make sure the “ EMERGENCY “ push-button is off;
Turn the main switch IG on the electric panel to position “ | “ ;
After switching on, the visual display shown on page 39 appears on the HMI for 5 seconds (see
paragraph 15.2).
13 . DESCRIPTION OF HOW MACHINE WORKS
13.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
The SIMWEIGHT multihead is a combination weigher generally fitted into packaging processes for granular
products. The products that can be processed are generally loose and come predominantly from the
foodstuffs sector, but may also be plastics and metals. The machine receives the product from a loading
system upstream and supplies a bagging system downstream with a quantity of product whose weight
corresponds with the weight to be bagged. The weight of the bag has a nominal reference value but the true
bag is allowed a weight ranging between the nominal value plus an over/under tolerance.
If, for example, for a given bag, we have the following data :
Nominal weight of bag = 500 g

Over tolerance = 5g
Under tolerance = 2g
The Multihead is first and foremost expected to supply packages of 500 g but, if this is not possible 500 g, it is allowed
however to supply bags of between 49 g and 505 g inclusive as long as the choice which comes nearest to 500 g is
chosen from the possible choices within this band.
13.2 OPERATIONAL STAGES
Il The multihead’s working process is divided into 6 stages, listed here below.
1. LOADING : the product to be processed is loaded onto the multihead central
distributor.
2. RADIAL DISTRIBUTION : the product is distributed from the centre to the linear vibrating
trays.
3. PREDOSING AND SELF-REGULATION : the product is poured from the linear trays into the Pool buckets.
4. WEIGHING : the product is poured from the Pool buckets into the Weight
buckets in which it is weighed.
5. DEPOSITING : the weighed product is deposited in the Boost buckets or left in the
Weight buckets if the Boost bucket is full, and the weight it contains
is part of the component weights of a bag to be discharged. For
SIMWEIGHT models not provided with BOOST buckets (see table
on page 10 ) the depositing into Boost buckets stage does not take
place and the process moves directly from stage 4 to stage 6.-
6. UNLOADING BAG :the system searches amongst the measured weights, and bags
which come within the tolerance range are made available for
discharging onto the bagging system.
Loading cone
1st Stage
Loading Central distributor
Linear vibrating trays
2nd Stage
Radial Pool buckets
distribution
3rd Stage
Weight buckets
Predosing and
self-regulation
4th Stage
Weighing Boost buckets
5th Stage
Depositing
Discharge cone
6th Stage
Discharge of
bag
13.2.1 Loading
The product is poured by the loading system onto the multihead central distributor which generally is a
vibrating plate but may also be a swivel cone. The quantity of product to be loaded is limited by the
multihead’s control which reads the weight and stops loading of the product when the quantity of product
reaches the desired weight. The system also carries out a second control of the minimum quantity of product
present on the central distributor, suspending the multihead’s work if this quantity falls below the desired
minimum. This may happen when loading is not able to supply sufficient quantities of the product to the
multi-head so this processes more product than is being loaded. To prevent the loading system from
continuous stops and starts when the set weight threshold is being approached, the system considers the
hysteresis of the central distributor’s reading system so once the threshold has been reached, loading does
not start up again until the weight of product has gone below the threshold less the value as a percentage
set for hysteresis.
The maximum weight threshold to be reached before loading stops is called Target Weight, while the
threshold under which the multihead suspends its work is called Insuff. Product Threshold. The product, and
Hysteresis on the max. threshold are set on the RECIPE DATA page using the parameters:
Central Distrib. Target Weight (expressed in g)

Insufficient Prod. Threshold (%) (expressed as a percentage of the Central Distrib. Target Weight)
Feeding system Hysteresis (expressed as a percentage of the Central Distrib. Target Weight)
13.2.2 Central ring
The level of product flowing into the vibrating trays from the central distributor considerably influences the
quantity of product that will then be poured into the Pool buckets so the system has a central motorised Ring
which enables the loading hopper to be adjusted to the best height for the amount of product that needs to
flow into the vibrating trays. The height of the ring is set on the RECIPE DATA page using the parameter:
Central ring position (mm) (expressed in mm away from the lowest position)
The ring can be enabled or disabled, and the choice is made on the RECIPE DATA page using the
parameter Central ring enabled for which “1” corresponds to enablement and “0” disablement.
In the starting up stage of the machine, the system allows the ring to be positioned at a very low initial
position. This is because the central distributor could initially be empty and it is better to avoid the first
product to arrive being poured directly into the trays and then into the Pool buckets. The parameter to set for
the ring’s starting position is on the RECIPE DATA page under the entry:
Start position (mm) (expressed in mm away from the lowest position)
N.B.: Using the DISTRIBUTOR key it is possible to directly access a visual display which shows the weight on
the Central Distributor and the current position of the Ring. Here it is also possible to set the Target Position and
Target Weight.
CENTRAL DISTRIBUTOR ●
Weight 3992.16
Target Weight 3006
Ring Pos. 130.1
Target Pos. 140.1
CENTRAL WEIGTH <<<<
RING
13.2.3 Radial distribution
When in operation, the product is poured from the Central Distributor into the radial linear trays, from where it
will then flow into the predosing Pool buckets. The Central Distributor is actuated by means of
electromagnetic actuators which, by making it vibrate, cause the product to rotate which, due to the
centrifugal force, moves towards the outside and therefore into the linear trays located around its
circumference. Activation takes place every time a linear tray attracts the product; the vibration intensity is
set on the RECIPE DATA page under the parameter:
Central vibr. Intensity (%) (expressed as a % on a scale from 0% to 100%)
13.3 PREDOSING AND SELF-ADJUSTMENT
13.3.1 Predosing
During the predosing stage the product flows into the vibrating linear channels and is poured into the Pool
buckets below, for a duration and at a vibration intensity proportional to the quantity of product to be poured
into the bucket. This quantity, established by the system for each HEAD, corresponds to the weight that each
HEAD is set to weigh to obtain an optimum distribution of weights allowing the multiHEAD to supply bags
within the tolerance limits. The distribution of weights can be chosen by the operator from amongst four
possible configurations:
STANDARD CUSTOMIZED 1/2 1/3 1/4
STANDARD distribution is given on the MACHINE CONFIGURATION page under the parameter :
(18 22 31 32 33 34 35 36 ) numbers expressed as a

Distribution
(18 22 31 32 33 34 35 36 ) percentage of the nominal weight
Distributions 1/2, 1/3 and 1/4 assign each HEAD 50%, 33% and 25% of the nominal Weight respectively.
Lastly, there also exists the possibility of a CUSTOMIZED Distribution, in which the Distribution values are
chosen by the operator. To obtain this, just replace the standard values given on the MACHINE
CONFIGURATION page with the values chosen by the operator.
The type of Distribution chosen is set on the RECIPE DATA page under the parameter:
Distribution (STANDARD, CUSTOMIZED, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4)
13.3.2 Self-adjustment
Self-adjustment is a procedure that the system performs to ensure that the weights measured in the Weight
buckets correspond with those required by the type of Distribution. The procedure affects the duration and
intensity of vibration of the trays in order to increase or decrease the amount of product arriving in the Pool
buckets.
To prevent the vibrations of trays and duration increasing in an uncontrolled manner, the procedure requires
that maximum and minimum values for these are set, which are customised in the working recipe.
If, for example, to obtain the largest weight amongst those requested in Distribution, a vibration intensity of
70% and a duration of 0.5 s is sufficient, the maximum values are set at a few points more, which might be
72% and 0.6s.
Self-adjustment can be carried out in two different ways :
DURATION : self-adjustment controls only the duration of tray vibration

DURATION+INTENSITY : self-adjustment controls both the duration and the intensity of the vibrations
Lastly, self-adjustment may be deactivated, in which case OFF is chosen.
The mode chosen is set on the RECIPE DATA page under the parameter:
SELF- ADJUSTMENT (DURATION, DURATION +INTENSITY, OFF)
13.3.2.1 Target Values
The self-adjustment procedure with non-simultaneous variations in duration and intensity of the vibration. In
the case in point, the system requires a “target value” to be set for the duration and one for the intensity of
the vibration. The first target value refers to the duration of the vibration of each vibrating tray during the self-
adjustment stage, while the second target value, combined with the first, is used as a reference for the
product loading Central Ring self-adjustment procedure. The target values are set under the Radial Vibrator
parameters on the RECIPE DATA page.
Duration target value

The duration target value is used by the system as the first reference for carrying out self-adjustment of a
tray. In pratice, the system, in the case of self-adjustment of a tray, initially varies only the duration value until
this results as being equal to the target value; subsequently, if this is not sufficient, it varies only the intensity,
as far as the MAX or MIN permitted value. Lastly, if further variations are necessary, the system adjusts
duration only once again. In this way, the variations never affect duration and intensity simultaneously.
Example : let’s suppose we have
Intensity [%] Duration [s]

MAX vibrations 100 0.500
MIN vibrations 50 0.100
Target values 90 0.250
Vibrating tray 95 0.400
If the quantity of product poured from the vibrating tray into the bucket is too high with respect to the
Distribution values for the HEAD the tray belongs to, the system initially decreases the duration of the
vibrating tray’s vibrations, from 0.400 to 0.350, leaving the vibration unaltered at 95%. If this is not
sufficient to reduce the quantity of product, the system reduces the duration again to 0.300, while the
intensity remains at 95%. A further reduction in the duration to 0.250 and intensity still at 95%. At this
point, 0.250 being the duration target value, if the system needs to reduce the quantity of product further, it
has to reduce on the intensity to 90%, while the duration remains stable at 0.250. The intensity reduction
process may continue until it reaches the minimum value of 50%, after which, if the system requires further
reduction, it can reduce duration again up to the minimum value of 0.100. All this is set out in the following
chart :
Intensity Duration Variation 100% Intensity

95 0,400 -------- 95%
95 0,350 V1 90%
95 0,300 V2 85%
95 0,250 V3 80%
90 0,250 V4 75%
85 0,250 V5 70%
80 0,250 V6 65%
75 0,250 V7 60%
70 0,250 V8 55%
65 0,250 V9 50%
60 0,250 V10 45%
55 0,250 V11 40%
50 0,250 V12 35%
50 0,200 V13 30%
50 0,150 V14 25%
50 0,100 V15 20%
15%
10%
5%
0 Variation-->
V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 V7 V8 V9 V10 V11V12V13 V14 V15
0,500 Duration
0,450
0,400
0,350
0,300
0,250
0,200
0,150
0,100
0,050
0,00 Variation-->
V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 V7 V8 V9 V10 V11V12V13 V14 V15
13.3.2.2 Ring self-adjustment
It is possible to activate a self-regulation procedure of the central ring which allows it to move within certain
quotas around the working position set, with the aim of reducing or increasing the level of product contained
in the vibrating trays. The movement quota is set in the RECIPE DATA under the parameter :
Ring self-adjustment (mm) (expressed in mm away from the normal working position)
Movement is performed every time the pair of vibration intensity and duration values of a tray are greater or
less than the set Target Values. The aim of the movement is to reduce or increase the level of product in the
tray and is performed in such a way that if its values have dropped below the Target Values, for which the
tray needs to reduce the quantity of product flowing into the Pool bucket, the central ring is lowered, while if
its values are above the target values, the ring is moved upwards. Whenever a group of trays requires
raising and a group requires lowering of the ring, the system performs the movement required by the largest
group.
Example : let’s suppose we have the case we saw previously.
Intensity Duration
[%] [s]
Every time the intensity and duration of the vibrating
MAX vibrations 100 0,500
tray fall below [ 90%, 0.250s], the system lowers the
MIN vibrations 50 0,100
ring, while the movement is upwards if the values of
Target values 90 0,250
the vibrating tray go above [ 90%, 0.250s].
Vibrating tray 95 0,400
13.3.3 Vibrating trays
The Linear Vibrators transport the product from the Central Distributor towards the Pool buckets by means of
vibrations generated by electromagnets. The duration and intensity of the vibrations are regulated by the
Self-adjustment procedure, if activated, otherwise they are established by the operator according to his
requirements. On the RECIPE DATA page, as well as being able to set the duration and intensity for each
single vibrating tray, it is also possible to set the same vibrating intensity and duration value for all the
vibrating trays at the same time. This is very useful as, when setting up a work recipe, all the vibrating trays
can be adjusted to the same vibration duration and/or intensity leaving the values to then be optimised by the
Self-adjustment procedure. In this way it is easy to detect the maximum duration and intensity values and
then set them under the relevant parameter.
The Linear Vibrator intensity and duration values are set on the RECIPE DATA page under the parameters :
[%] DUR.
MAX Values 100 0.500
MIN Values 50 0.100
Target Values 90 0.250
All 0 0.000 (varies all values simultaneously)
Vibrator1 60 0.300
Vibrator2 60 0.300
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Vibrator15 60 0.300
Vibrator16 60 0.300
13.4 WEIGHING
During weighing, the weight of the product contained in the Weight bucket is measured. The system allows
weighing to be optimised with the help of the following parameters which can be set on the RECIPE DATA
page:
Filter type : allows the most suitable digital filter according to the machine’s
mechanical stress to be used
Stable weight Tol. : enables the tolerance band within which uncertainty over the weight
measured in the Weight bucket comes to be widened or narrowed
Tare stable weight tolerance : enables the tolerance band within which uncertainty over the weight
measured in the Weight bucket comes during self-tare to be widened
or narrowed.
13.4.1 Self-tare
Self-tare is a procedure the system uses to measure the weight of the Weight bucket when it is empty. Its
value is given on the TARE page which is accessible from the EXECUTE CYCLE page.
Self-tare is necessary for correct weighing as there are several factors which may cause the weight of the
empty Weight bucket to vary (electronic drift, accumulations of product residues, etc.) and its value becomes
the zero reference for the net weight of the product poured into the bucket during the work cycle. Self-tare is
carried out automatically after the OPEN ALL procedure has been performed (see later), but the system also
allows it to be carried out while the multihead is working, through the following parameters which can be set
on the RECIPE DATA page :
Self-tare frequency [cycles] : indicates the discharge cycles that the Weight bucket performs before
measuring its tare. The system actually attempts to carry out self-tare
earlier when half the number of set cycles has been reached if it
assesses that the Weight bucket is ready for taking the measurement.
Self-tare interval [s] : indicates the time after which the Weight bucket measures the tare as
soon as it is empty.
Max Diff. between

Self-tares : indicates the maximum difference as an absolute value permitted when
measuring the self-tare of a bucket, in comparison with the previous self-
tare. The aim of this parameter is to measure if, after discharge, too high
a quantity of the product is left in the Weight bucket to be considered
simply crumbs or dust. Moreover this parameter can be used to detect
any abnormalities in the weighing system, such as excessive electronic
drift, deformation of the loading sensors, the Weight bucket being subject
to mechanical contacts which prevent it from weighing properly, etc.
13.5 PRODUCT DISCHARGE CYCLE
The product discharge cycle performed by the multihead is made up of the following stages:
Discharge of the product from the Linear Vibrator into the Pool bucket
Discharge of the product from the Pool into the Weight bucket as soon as this has re-closed
Measuring of weight in Weight bucket
Discharge of the product from Weight into Boost bucket as soon as this has re-closed, or
Discharge of the product from Weight directly into the discharge hopper if the weight
measured is to be inserted in a bag to be discharged.
To optimise the product discharge stage from the Vibrating Tray to the Pool, from the Pool to Weight and
from this to Boost, the system enables three basic parameters to be used which can be set on the RECIPE
DATA page:
ADVANCE : is the time with which the discharge of the product into a lower bucket can be
advanced before this has completely re-closed. Its value is greater, the faster the
bucket closes with respect to the arrival of the product in it. The higher the advance,
the faster the discharge cycle.
SETTLING : is the time required for the product to arrive from a higher level to a lower level and
settle in the bucket before it is completely discharged in the following stage. Its value
is lower, the faster the product falls into the bucket. The smaller the settling, the faster
the discharge cycle.
PAUSE : is the time which the bucket remains open to empty out the product it contains. Its
value depends on the quantity and type of product processed. The shorter the pause,
the faster the discharge cycle.
N.B. : if the multihead also controls a timing box bucket the Settling and Pause parameters must also be set
for this bucket considering that the bucket above may be the Boost or Weight. The presence of the
timing box bucket must be selected on the MACHINE CONFIGURATION page and is enabled or
disabled on the RECIPE DATA page under the parameter Timing box using the “1” or “0”.
13.5.1 Depositing and calculating combinations
Once it has been weighed, the product contained in the weight bucket Weight is discharged into the Boost
bucket if this is empty, otherwise it is used in the calculation of combinations.
13.6 DISCHARGING PACKAGES
The discharging of packages within tolerance is carried out by opening the buckets which contain the partial
weights, the sum of which is equal to the package to be discharged. Both the Boost and the Weight buckets
may contribute to the discharge. To avoid simultaneous discharge of the product clogging up the discharge
hopper, for products requiring this, bucket discharge can be delayed, so that the product flows into the
discharge hopper at different times. The delay can be set on the RECIPE DATA page under the parameter :
Anticlogging staggering (expressed in hundredths of a second)
To compensate for the different transit times the product takes to reach the centre of the discharge hopper,
according to the position of the bucket, it is possible to select the “CUSTOMIZED” option for the entry
BUCKET SYNCRONISM DELAY on the MACHINE CONFIGURATION page and set the most suitable
values for the Weight-Boost and B1-B8 parameters given below.
Weight - Boost : indicates the difference between the transit times the product discharged from Weight
takes to get to the centre of the discharge hopper and the time it takes the product
discharged from the Boost bucket.
B1-B8 : indicates the difference in transit time the product discharged from a HEAD takes to
reach the centre of the discharge hopper, with respect to the time taken by the next
HEAD.
By choosing the “NO” option for the entry BUCKET SYNCRONISM DELAY, the compensation procedure is
not applied.
13.6.1 Weight, combination, over tolerance discharge
A weight is considered “over tolerance” if it comes between Positive Tolerance and Max. positive
tolerance
If, for example, the RECIPE DATA is as follows :
Nominal weight of package = 500 g

Positive Tolerance = 5g
Negative Tolerance = 2g
Max. positive tolerance (%) = 30
so, all weights between 505g and 530g inclusive are considered “over tolerance”.
The Over tolerance combination is when the weight is equal to an over tolerance weight. The system
searches for this type of combination whenever all the Weight and Boost buckets are full and no bag within
tolerance is available for discharge.
Over tolerance discharge means any discharge, whether coming from a single bucket or from a
combination of buckets whose weight is “over tolerance”.
Over tolerance discharges can be carried out automatically by the system or manually by the operator
according to the option chosen in the RECIPE DATA for the “Alarms control” entry.
13.6.2 Alarms control
Whenever abnormal situations arise which involve the entire machine or a single HEAD, the system signals
these whichever page it is on by flashing the message “ALARMS!!!” and on the ALARMS page gives a brief
indication of the type of alarm that has been detected. In the case of an alarm involving a single HEAD, on
the SYNOPTIC page an “A” also appear on the HEAD element which sent the alarm (Vibrating tray, Pool,
Weight, Boost).
13.6.2.1 Alarms involving the entire machine
If the alarm involves the entire machine; or a single section in the case of a double machine, the multihead or
section is brought to a STOP and cannot work until the cause that generated the alarm has been removed.
Once the cause has been removed, the alarm is reset on the ALARMS page using the special function key
and the multihead can resume work.
13.6.2.2 Alarms involving the single HEAD
If the alarm involves a single HEAD it can be both automatically removed by the system, and manually by
the operator, according to whether the option “automatic” (or semi-automatic) or “manual” has been chosen
in the RECIPE DATA under “Alarms control”. To manually remove the alarm, its cause must be removed by
selecting the HEAD involved on the SYNOPTIC page and resetting the alarm using the function key for that
purpose. The alarm can also be reset on the ALARMS page using the RESET key; in this case however, the
system resets all the alarms pending and not only the HEAD involved. Lastly by pressing the RESET HEAD
key on the ALARMS page, the system moves automatically to the SYNOPTIC page onto the first HEAD in
alarm state, so it is sufficient to press the ALARMS RESET key to remove the alarm.
N.B.: If there are several alarm states at the same time, these are removed in any case one at a time
whether this is done automatically or manually.
14 MACHINE CONFIGURATION
The multihead may take on a number of different configurations according to the number of HEADS,
langauge used, number of sections it is composed of, etc. The main descriptions are given below of the
different configurations possible. All the parameters given, apart from those concerning COUNTER PIECES,
and the Discharge Delay parameter, can be set from the MACHINE CONFIGURATION page.
Sections number : can be 1 in the case of the single multihead and 2 for the double multihead.
Total number of heads : ranges from a minimum of 8 to a maximum of 16. In the case of 2 sections,
each one contains 8 heads and works independently from the other.
Central ring : the motorised central ring for controlling the level of product in the linear
vibrating trays; can be PRESENT if controlled by the multihead, ABSENT if
not.
Boost : the multihead can also be configured to work without the Boost buckets. In
this case the ABSENT parameter is set.
Timing Box : the multihead can also control a timing box, placed at the exit from the
discharge hopper. Generally this type of bucket is controlled by the
packaging machine so by default the parameter set is ABSENT, but if it
needs to be controlled, just set PRESENT.
Operating mode : the multihead can work in 4 different modes, which are given below.
PRODUCTIVE : the multihead carries out the normal work cycle supplying
bags to the bagging machine which receives them and in turn provides the
discharge trigger.
PROD.AUTODISCHARGE: the multihead generates by itself the discharge

trigger signal and works at a cycle speed equal to the value set for the
Speed (bpm) parameter on the RECIPE DATA page. In this working mode a
discharge trigger signal from a bagging machine is not necessary.
DEMONSTRATIVE : the multihead works without any product, but

generates the weights using an internal simulation system and discharges
mathematical combinations which are equivalent to the bag weights when it
receives a discharge trigger signal from the bagging machine.
DEM.AUTODISCHARGE: the multihead works as above but generates by

itself not only the weights but also the discharge trigger signal. Also in this
case, no packaging machine is needed.
Heads Enabled : using this parameter it is possible to disable the function of a HEAD. In fact
to the right of the parameter the values
1111 1111 1111 1111
are given where the first on the left corresponds to HEAD no. 1 and so on
as far as the last on the right which corresponds to HEAD no. 16.
To disable a HEAD just set “0” in the place of “1” under the desired HEAD.
Obviously if the multihead is configured for 8 heads the heads from nos. 9
to 19 are not considered by the system.
Triggers type : with respect to the discharge trigger signal, the multihead can work in the
two different modes given below.
DOS. MASTER : the multihead gives the packaging machine a “weight

ready” signal and waits for a “discharge trigger” from the packaging machine
to discharge the packaged.
Warning : in combinations with the Simionato LOGIC packaging machines,
the types of triggers using DOS. MASTER modes needs also to be set in the
MACHINE CONFIGURATION.
CON. MASTER : the multihead waits for the packaging machine to give a
signal indicating that it is ready to receive the product and automatically
discharges the package into the packaging machine giving it a signal that the
discharge has taken place. In this case this signal may be given with a certain
delay with respect to the actual instant in which it is discharged. The delay
may be set on the RECIPE DATA page under the parameter Discharge
delay.
Warning : in combinations with the Simionato LOGIC packaging machines,
the types of triggers using DOS. MASTER modes needs also to be set in the
MACHINE CONFIGURATION.
14.1 COUNTER-PIECE FUNCTION
The “Counter-piece” function is used in the case of products composed of pieces which are very similar to
each other and the aim of it is to provide packages which contain a desired number of pieces plus any
negative or positive tolerance of pieces, which however are within the Nominal weight tolerance and other
tolerances set. For this type of function the average weight of the pieces making up the product must be
known and the maximum negative and positive weight discard existing between the pieces and the average
value. The parameters relating to this type of function are given on the RECIPE DATA page and are as
follows:
COUNTER-PIECES DISAB. (ENAB.)

Number of pieces 10
Tolerances (pos/neg) 1 1
Unit weight 200.0
Function is Disabled by default. If it needs to be adopted, just set ENAB. under the parameter COUNTER-
PIECES.
In the specific case given in the chart, the package should be composed of :
Bag = 10 pieces Positive/negative tolerance = ± 1 piece
Average weight of pieces = 200 g.
Nominal weight = 2000g Positive/negative tolerance = ± 200g
15 USER INTERFACE
The HMI user interface utilises a backlit LCD with white LEDs. The user interface has 16 keys:
Start cycle
Function keys
Stop cycle
Dedicated keys
Shuttle
Alarms
Menu
Escape
• Two push buttons, START/STOP, to start or stop the weigher machine.

• Five DEDICATED keys for the more frequent specific uses.
• Five FUNCTION keys where the name of the key is displayed on the LCD, using the last two lines.
• An ALARM key.
• A MENU key.
• An ESCape/cancel key.
• An ENTER key pressing the shuttle.
Three green LEDs are used to display status:
• PWR indicating HMI power supply is between 20 and 28 Vdc (it flashes when the supply is over 28Vdc
and between 17.5 and 20Vdc. It is off when supply is below 17.5 Vdc and over 31 Vdc).
• HW indicating that the self-test has found no malfunctions (it flashes when the self-test is being carried
out or in the case of minor malfunctions. The machine will not start if this LED is off).
• NET indicating that the user interface is communicating correctly with the other peripherals such as core
(it flashes during the self-test in the case of temporary transmission errors (recovered). The machine will
not start if this LED is off).
Note: Each electronic card is provided with a LED. If the card power supply is:
smaller than 17,5 Vcc, the LED is off;
between 17,5 and 20 VCC the LED blinks;
between 20 and 28 VCC the LED is on;
between 28 and 31 VCC the LED blinks;
greater than 31 VCC the LED is off;
15.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE KEYS
The START key puts the multihead in the CYCLE state, PRODUCTION to start production. It
is always active whichever page it is on.
The STOP key stops production at the stage it is in and places the multihead in the READY,
PRESS START stage. On STOP request, the multihead terminates discharge and dosing in
course and stops. The STOP request can be made from any page.
The WEIGHTS key enables the WEIGHTS visual display to be accessed unless in the menu
display.
The SYNOPTIC key enables the MACHINE SYNOPTIC visual display to be accessed unless
in the menu display.
The CHANGE SECTION key enables operation to pass from section A to section B if the
multihead is configured with 2 sections, in all the displays referring to both sections.
This is also used for viewing bar diagrams or bar charts on the PRODUCTION page, in the
case of the single multihead.
The DISTRIBUTOR key enables a specific visual display to be accessed in which data
concerning the Central Distributor is given (weight, target weight, ring position, target position)
and it is also possible to set the Target Weight and Target Position values directly,
alternatively to setting these on the RECIPE DATA page.
The STATISTICS key enables access to an initial visual display containing OIML R61
statistical data and a second visual display in which bar diagrams and bar charts of production
in course are given
The MENÙ key gives access to the menu page from which all the pages on the list can be
accessed. The key is active on all pages.
The ESC (escape) key allows 2 types of functions to be carried out :

1. exit from the current pag to return to the previous page, in reverse order, as far as
the EXECUTE CYCLE page;
2. in the case of modification of a variable, before ENTER for confirmation is given,
using ESC the modification can be cancelled and you can return to the “line mode”, in
which the cursor moves to the beginning of the line of the parameter containing the
variable for which the modification was cancelled.
The ALARMS key enables the alarm siren to be silenced and the ALARMS page to be
accessed directly. It is active on all pages.
The SHUTTLE is a knob used for :

scrolling the lines of a page;
selecting a page from those given in the MENU:
selecting a parameter from a page;
surfing amongst the variables of the same parameter;
selecting variables;
modifying the value of a variable;
confirming a modification made; in this case the shuttle is considered as an ENTER key
(press and release like a push-button);
writing using alphanumeric keys to enter recipe codes and passwords.
Scrolling, surfing and modifications are carried out using a rotational movement, while
selections, confirmations of data and writing alphanumerical texts are performed using the
ENTER function.
The FUNCTION keys have different functions according to the page viewed on the HMI. The
function of the keys on that specific page is set out above the keys on each page.
Function Keys
15.2 STARTING UP THE MULTIHEAD
To switch on the machine just press the main switch placed on the electric panel.
After switching on, the following page appears on the HMI for 5 seconds :
Here it is possible to choose the language to be used for the HMI display from the 5 languages available. If a
different language is required from the ones given on this page, the choice must be made on the MACHINE
CONFIGURATION page.
After 5 seconds, the system moves automatically into the EXECUTE CYCLE page:
15.11.04 17:09:02
0 0
A – Recipe N. 0 B – Recipe N. 1
*** NO NAME *** *** NO NAME ***
READY, PRESS START
bpm 0.0 bpm 0.0
g 0.0 g 0.0
(500.0) (100.1)
END EMPTY OPEN OPEN >>>>
PROD. ALL ALL TIM.BOX
from which, if an alarm state is not present and all the working data have been set, it is possible to start up
production by pressing the START key.
In the case of the single multihead, a bar diagram of packaging errors with respect to the nominal value in
relation to the set tolerances (figure below) appears to the right of the visual display
15.11.04 17:09:02
0
+2.0
A – Recipe N. 0
*** NO NAME ***
READY, PRESS START
bpm 109.0
g 100.0
(100.0) -2.0

By pressing the key , on the right hand side of the display, a bar chart of errors detected in relation to
the tolerances set appears (figure below).
15.11.04 17:09:02
2
N. discharges: 70
A – Recipe N. 0
*** NO NAME ***
CYCLING, PRODUCTION
bpm 109.0
g 99.9
(100.0) -2.0 +2.0

15.3 HMI PAGES
15.3.1 Menu
EXECUTE CYCLE
RECIPES LIST
RECIPE DATA
MACHINE PRODUCTIVITY
MACHINE CONFIGURATION
SERVICE
RESERVED DATA
ALARMS PAGE
To access this page, just press the key

This page gives the list of all the main pages that can be accessed.
From this page, using to select, you can move to any page given on the list.
15.3.2 Execute Cycle
d e f
15.11.04 17:09:02
c 0 0
A – Recipe N. 0 B – Recipe N. 1
b *** NO NAME *** *** NO NAME ***
READY, PRESS START
bpm 0.0 bpm 0.0
a g 0.0 g 0.0
(500.0) (100.1) g
This is the work page. It is divided into equal sectors, those on the left relating to section A and those of the
right to section B. Use the key to pass from one sector to the other.
As the sections are perfectly identical, only the description of the left-hand sector, relating to section A, is
given.
a : in this area, marked by a square, the weight in grams of the discharged bag appears at the
bottom and in brackets the nominal bag weight, while actual production speed in bags per minute
(bpm) is given at the top.
b : this is the state line. Here written information is always given about the state of the multihead.
The following are some of the descriptions given:
READY, PRESS START : the multihead is ready for starting up production, just press the START
key to set it in motion. These words also appear during the opening and
closing stages of all the buckets (OPEN ALL and CLOSE ALL).
SETTINGS UP : After receiving the START command, the multihead arranges for starting
up while waiting for the product to arrive in the Weight buckets. In this
stage, if there is not enough product on the central distributor, the
multihead activates loading to bring the quantity of product above the set
minimum.
CYCLING, PRODUCTION : The multihead is at the production stage in which it performs dosing and
discharge cycles and supplies combination bags. The same words also
appear during the END PRODUCTION procedure which will be described
below.
LACK OF PRODUCT : The quantity of product on the central distributor is below the set
minimum. At this stage the multihead starts loading and suspends work
until the amount of product goes above the minimum. It is however
possible to continue working if the END PRODUCTION procedure is
activated, bearing in mind however in this case that there not being enough
product, the central distributor continues to be empty and the lack of
product could cause serious difficulties in finding bags in tolerance to
discharge.
A last consideration, in the case of an alarm situation, the line state gives a message which highlights
the alarm state.
c : These two lines show the recipe being used and relevant comment.
d : this window gives the symbol of a weight with a number to its left. The full symbol ( “weight ready”
signal) indicates that there are bags in tolerance ready for discharge and the number on the left shows
the number of dosings ready for discharge, which may be “1” or “2”. If there are no bags ready for
discharge, the number is “0”.
e : this window signals the presence of an alarm with the flashing triangle symbol.
f : area in which the date and time preset in MACHINE CONFIGURATION are given.
g : the bottom part gives further functions which can be performed from this page by pressing the function
keys. In the case in point :
F1 : END PROD. Activates END PRODUCTION working mode.

In this mode there is no control over the amount of product present on
the central distributor therefore even if this is lower than the minimum
set, the multihead continues to work, dosing and discharging bags in
tolerance. Work can be stopped by pressing the F1 key again or the
STOP key. Please note that during this function self-adjustment works
but without the intensity and duration data being saved. This enables
correct vibration parameters to be used when the machine resumes
normal working mode again.
F2 : EMPTY ALL Acitvates the multihead EMPTYING procedure.

During this procedure, every HEAD performs the complete cycle (tray
vibration, Pool opening, Weight opening, Boost opening) using the
times set in the recipe, ignoring however the weighing stage. The work
cycle of a HEAD , when compared to the next, begins with the delay
set in the RECIPE DATA under the parameter "EMPTY ALL THE B."
DELAY. The delay is necessary to prevent the product clogging up the
discharge cone during emptying. To stop the procedure, just press the
F2 again or the STOP key.
F3 : OPEN ALL Activates the OPENING and CLOSING procedure of all the buckets.
During the procedure, each HEAD sequentially opens first the Pool
bucket then the Weight and finally the Boost bucket. The beginning of
a bucket opening cycle of a HEAD with respect to the next HEAD takes
place with a delay set in the RECIPE DATA under the parameter
"OPEN ALL THE B." DELAY. The delay is necessary to prevent the
product clogging up the discharge cone during opening. Once bucket
opening has been completed, under the F3 key the words CLOSE ALL
appear. Press the F3 key to close all the multihead buckets using the
same sequences and times as for opening.
F4 : OPEN TIMING BOX Opens the TIMING BOX bucket, if this is controlled by the multihead.
After the bucket has been opened, under key F4 the words CLOSE
TIMING BOX appear. Press the F4 key to close the bucket.
F5 : >>>> Use the F5 key to access the SYNOPTIC page, which is given below.
This page gives the icons for the functional parts of the multihead including the central distributor and the
relevant vibrating tray, Pool bucket, Weight bucket and Boost bucket for each HEAD. The synoptic page
gives all the heads the software can run, but the number of heads actually present on the machine
corresponds to the number configured in MACHINE CONFIGURATION.
If the multihead is divided into 2 sections , by pressing the key underlining refers to the state line of the
selected section and, as a consequence, the START and STOP keys will be activated on the section
selected. The weights measured in the Weight ()and Boost (B[g]) buckets, relating to the selected HEAD
are given at the top.
Dynamic signallings
W[g] 0.0 Pieces 0 indicates the weight and/or pieces contained in the Weight bucket of the
selected HEAD:
B[g] 0.0 Pieces 0 indicates the weight and/or pieces contained in the Boost bucket of the
selected HEAD:
The “full triangle” pointing upwards or downwards, which appears above the vibrating trays indicates
that self-radjustment of the DURATION AND/OR INTENSITY of vibration is increasing or decreasing.
A larger triangle indicates that the duration values have reached the maximum set limits
If a HEAD is DISABLED, the letter “D” appears inside the relevant buckets.
If a HEAD is in the SELF-TARE stage, the letter “T” appears inside the relevant Weight bucket.
If a bucket is in ALARM state, the letter “A” appears inside it and the same signal appears if all the
HEAD is in alarm state.
If a Weight or Boost bucket contributes to the discharge of a bag, the symbol “1” appears inside it.
Function keys
Use the F1 key to access a series of pages in which the current weights present in the Weight
buckets, the weights measured in the Weight and Boost buckets and the Weight bucket tares are
viewed(CURRENT WEIGHTS).
Use the F2 key to discharge all the buckets of the selected HEAD. This operation may only be
carried out with the machine at a stop.
Use the F4 key to reset all the alarms for the selected HEAD. If there are several alarms on the
HEAD, resetting takes place gradually with the removal of one alarm at a time during the machine’s
working stages. Be aware of the fact that, after pressing the F4 key, the system registers the reset
alarms request but the actual resetting may only take place after operations have been performed
which will allow it to cancel the state of alarm. For example, if the request is made to discharge a
Boost with excessive weight, the alarm will only be removed after the multihead has received the
discharge trigger signal. Likewise, if a HEAD is in alarm state due to unstable weight, the alarm will
only be removed after the system has managed to measure a stable weight. The same applies to
alarms for excessive self-tare difference, imperfect closure of a bucket, etc.
Use the F5 key to return to EXECUTE CYCLE page.
5.3. RECIPES LIST
Num CODE LAST CHANGE. Sec.A

0 *** NO NAME *** (17:20)15.11.04 ←A
1 *** NO NAME *** (16:56)11.11.04
2 Available (--:--)--.--.--
3 Available (--:--)--.--.--
4 Available (--:--)--.--.--
5 Available (--:--)--.--.--
6 Available (--:--)--.--.--
7 Available (--:--)--.--.--
8 Available (--:--)--.--.--
9 Available (--:--)--.--.--
10 Available (--:--)--.--.—
LOAD
CURRENT
The RECIPES LIST page gives the list of all the recipes available on the multihead indicating their:
number .................................................................................. : Num

identification code ................................................................ : CODE
time and date of last change to data..................................... : LAST CHANGE.
Section using recipe.............................................................. : Sez. A
recipe .................................................................................... : ← A
User notes
1. There are 100 recipes available for the user (from 0 to 99), while the recipe numbers 100 to 109 are
reserved to Simionato technical engineers.
2. Section A and section B cannot use the same recipe number.
3. If you wish to upload or reset a recipe, this must be used in the section you are in.
4. If a recipe has never been used or has been used with the default values, its code results as
“Available “.
5. If a recipe has been used but has not been allocated a name under ARTICLE CODE in the RECIPE
DATA, in the list its code results as “NO NAME”. Vice versa, if it has been allocated a name, eg
PASTA, “PASTA” will correspond to the code and this name will also appear on the EXECUTE
CYCLE page every time this recipe is used.
6. If you need to use a recipe, just select it using the shuttle.
7. If you wish to copy a recipe onto another position, select the recipe to be copied, this recipe then
becomes the current one, you can then move it to the new Available position using the shuttle
Available and pressing the key :
F1 : LOAD CURRENT
8. To reset a recipe and bring it to the default value first of all it must not be a current one, just select it
using the shuttle and press the key :
F4 : RESET RECIPE
15.4 SAVING DATA

The system is provided with an internal memory composed of a volatile sector, driver by a battery, used for
the current recipe, and a non-volatile sector, of the Flash Eprom type, in which the data from the current
recipe is saved as soon as a new current recipe is used.
The RECIPE DATA and machine configuration can be memorised on an external memory, called media
stick or SIM MODULE, (grey with the word recipe written on it) which is inserted into the special slot on the
Core card (collocated in the electric box). Once inserted into the Core card, the presence of the media stick
is signalled by the system in the RECIPES LIST where, above F5 function key in the functional keys sector
the message SIM MODULE >> will appear.
SIM >>
MODULE
The recipes present in the machine’s internal memory can be saved on media stick or all the recipes on this
loaded onto the internal memory.
15.4.1 Saving data from the internal memory on media stick
Once a recipe has been changed and used as a current recipe, the function key sector will appear with the
following words:
SAVE SAVE SIM >>

RECIPE MEMORY MODULE
In this situation :
To save all the data from the internal memory on media stick, just pres key:
F3 = SAVE MEMORY
Saving will require deletion of data already present on media stick therefore, if you are sure you want to
save the new data, you must answer YES using the F1 key to the question : “THIS OPERATION WILL
ERASE THE EXTERNAL MEMORY DATA. CONTINUE?” If not, you can cancel the saving request by
answering NO using the F5 key;
To save only current recipe data, just press key:
F2 = SAVE RECIPE
15.4.2 Loading data from media stick to internal memory
To load data from media stick to the internal memory, press key :
F5 = SIM MODULE>>>
After this the function key sector will come up with the following words:
RECALL LOAD INT >>

RECIPE MEMORY MEMORY
In this situation :
To upload all the data from media stick a to the internal memory, just press key:
F3 = LOAD MEMORY
Saving will require deletion of data already present on media stick therefore, if you are sure you want to
save the new data, you must answer YES using the F1 key to the question : “THIS OPERATION WILL
ERASE THE INTERNAL MEMORY DATA. CONTINUE?” If not, you can cancel the saving request by
answering NO using the F5 key;
To upload data for just one recipe, just select and press key :
F2 = RECALL RECIPE
Note: The recipe will be saved in the external or internal memory of the corresponding recipe index number
from which it is saved. Eg: Recipe n°5 loaded from media stick will be saved as n°5 in the list of
recipes on the internal memory. If the corresponding recipe number is not Available (or is already
occupied by another) it cannot be saved and in the function menu the options F2 save recipe and F3
Recall Recipe will not appear.
15.4.3 Updating software
The system enables software to be updated using an external memory of the media stick type, red in colour
with the name of the programme it contains on it (for example “SW 1.05).
To update, proceed as described below.
1. Switch off the multihead, disconnect the grey media stick if used from the Core card in the electric box
and insert the red media stick memory.
2. Switch on the multihead and wait a minute until the words “HMI Updating successfully completed”
appear
3. Switch off the multihead again, disconnect the red media stick memory, reinsert the grey media stick if
used and switch on the multihead again.
15.5 RECIPE DATA
== RECIPE DATA === Sez A/Ric. 0
BAG DATA
Nominal Weight 500.0
Positive tolerance 2.1
Negative tolerance 2.1
Article code *** NO NAME ***
Alarms control SEMIAUTOMATIC
FEEDING (118.3 mm)

Central ring position (mm) 2.0
Ring self-adjustment (mm) 118.3
Start position 100.0
Target W. of the centr. ring 3000
Insufficient Prod. Threshold (%) 75
Central vib. Intensity (%) 5
RADIAL VIBRATORS
Vibrating tray clogged alarm 100
Self-adjustment DURATION
[%] DUR.
MAX Values 100 0.300
MIN Values 50 0.000
TARGET Values 90 0.250
Change all 0 0.000
Vibrator 1 60 0.300
Vibrator 2 100 0.293
Vibrator 10 100 0.025
Vibrator 11 100 0.025
Vibrator 12 100 0.025
Vibrator 13 100 0.025
Vibrator 14 100 0.025
Vibrator 15 100 0.025
Vibrator 16 100 0.025
TIME Advance Sett. Pause

Pool 0.30 0.40 0.00
Weight 0.30 0.40 0.00
Boost 0.30 1.00 0.30
Timing box 0.60 0.30
Anti-clogging staggering 0.00

Discharge delay 0.00
COUNTER-PIECES DISAB.
Number of pieces 10
Tolerance (pos/neg) 1 1
Unit weight 200.0
AVANCED MODE
Feeding system hysteresis 5
Distribution 1/4
Filter type 650ms
Stable weight tolerance 0.5
Tare stable weight tolerance 0.5
Self-tare frequency [cycles] 999
Self-tare timing [s] 3600
Max diff. between self-tares 10.0
Defrosting time [s] 0.0
Opening speed 1 – Medium B
End speed adjustment 1.000
Max positive tolerance (%) 30
Nominal weight offset 0.0
“Empty all the B.” delay 0.10
Speed (bpm) 92
Central ring enabled 1

Timing box enabled 1
The RECIPE DATA page gives the working parameters which may assume different values according to the
recipe used. All the recipes that have been customised by the user are however already preset with default
values set during the software installation stage. The same default values are allocated to the recipe
whenever the RESET RECIPE operation is carried out on the RECIPES LIST page. All the parameters have
already been covered in chapters 1 and 2, therefore only a summary description of these is given below.
BAG DATA
Nominal weight The nominal weight of the bag to be discharged

Positive tolerance Plus tolerance permitted on nominal bag
Negative tolerance Minus tolerance permitted on nominal bag
Identification of processed product. Alphanumerical text of a maximum
Article code
of 16 characters.
MANUAL, AUTOMATIC and SEMI-AUTOMATIC depending on
Alarms control
whether alarms are to be controlled manually or automatically.
FEEDING
Central ring position (mm) Indicates the position in mm of central product containment ring. Quota
is zero in lowest position and 148 mm in highest position.
Indicates the variation interval of the central ring, with respect to the set
working position, valid in cases in which there are target values other
Ring Self-adjustment than zero and therefore the self-adjustment procedure for the central
ring is active.
The position of the central ring at machine START if there is insufficient

product on the central distributor. The system automatically brings the
Start position ring back to the set working position so that it can rise proportionally to
the increase in product on the central distributor.
Maximum weight load on central distributor: once this weight threshold
Target weight of the central ring has been reached loading upstream is stopped.
Minimum weight load on central distributor: Below this threshold the

multihead suspends the work cycle while waiting for more product to
Insufficient Prod. Threshold flow onto the distributor and the minimum threshold to be overcome.
This control can be by-passed by placing the multihead in END
PRODUCTION function mode. During this type of function, self-
adjustment is deactivated.
Value as a percentage of vibration intensity on the Central Distributor, if
Central vib. Intensity activated by electromagnet. Max. value is 100%.
RADIALS VIBRATORS
Indicates the maximum number of consecutive work cycles that the

systems allows a vibrating tray to perform, whenever it detects that the
quantity of product coming from it has a total weight lower than 0.5% of
Vibrating tray clogged alarm
the Nominal Weight or no greater than 1g. Once this number is
exceeded, the tray is considered clogged and the corresponding HEAD
in alarm state.
DURATION, DURATION+INTENSITY, OFF. Activates the Self-
adjustment procedure for DURATION only or for both DURATION and
Self-adjustment
INTENSITY of the Linear tray vibrations; Self-adjustment is deactivated
by choosing the option OFF.
Indicates the maximum values that can be achieved in Self-adjustment
stage for both the duration and intensity of the Linear Vibrators. If while
working it is noticed that trays have achieved maximum values and
from the SYNOPTIC page it can be seen that Self-adjustment requires
MAX Values
the values to be increased, it is better to increase the Max. Values as
with the current values, the weights in the buckets are lower than those
required in Distribution. Vice versa, if the weights in the buckets are too
high, it is better to reduce the Max Values.
Indicates the minimum values that can be achieved in the Self-
MIN Values
adjustment stage for the duration and intensity of the Linear Vibrators.
These are the duration and intensity reference values for the self-
TARGET Values
adjustment of the vibrating trays and central ring respectively.
This parameter is used to change the vibration duration and intensity of
all the Linear Vibrators at the same time. It is a valid instrument during
the setting up of a recipe as it enables an average value lower than the
Change all Max. Values to be established initially and then check during working if
the duration and intensity values are insufficient or too high for the
weights required in Distribution. If values are insufficient, the Max.
Values need to be increased and vice versa, if the values are too high.
These are the vibration duration and intensity values for each of the 16
vibrators. These values are susceptible to variations during operation if
Vibrator 1 – 16
the Self-adjustment procedure is activated. They cannot however
exceed the Max. values.
TIME
Advance: indicates the advanced time in which the product can be

poured again into the Pool bucket before it is completely closed after a
discharge stage of the product it contained.
Pool Settl.: Indicates the time necessary to consider the product discharged
from the Vibrating Tray above it into the Pool bucket completely settled.
Pause: Indicates the time for which the Pool bucket remains open to
discharge the product it contains.
Advance: indicates the advanced time in which the product can once
again be poured into the Weight bucket before it is completely re-
closed after a discharge of the product contained in it.
Settl.: Indicates the time necessary to consider the product discharged
Weight
from the Weight bucket above it completely settled from the time
discharge begins.
Pause : Indicates the time for which the Weight bucket remains open
to discharge the product it contains.
Advance: indicates the advance time in which the product can once
again be poured into the Boost bucket before it is completely re-closed
after a discharge of the product contained in it.
Settl.: Indicates the time necessary to consider the product discharged
Boost
from the bucket above it into the Boost bucket completely settled from
the time discharge begins.
Pause : Indicates the time for which the Boost bucket remains open to
discharge the product it contains.
Advance: Indicates the time necessary to consider the product
discharged from the bucket above it into the Timing Box bucket
completely settled from the time discharge begins.
Timing box
Pause : Indicates the time the Timing Box bucket remains open to
discharge the product it contains. Since this time also includes the
bucket opening time, this value cannot be zero.
Indicates the delay from the discharge time with which the buckets are
opened to discharge the bag. In practice, in the bag discharge stage,
Anticlogging staggering
instead of opening at the same time, the buckets open in sequence
with a delay equal to the value set for this parameter,
Indicates any delay with which the signal “discharge taken place” is
provided in cases in which the multihead works CONF. MASTER
Discharge delay
mode. This parameter has no significance when the multihead works in
DOS: MASTER mode.
ENAB., DISAB. Activates or deactivates the COUNTER-PIECES

COUNTER-PIECES
function mode
Number of pieces The number of pieces making up the bag.
Tolerance (pos/neg) Tolerance of more or less pieces permitted in the bag.
Unit weight Average weight of the product pieces to be processed.
AVANCED MODE
Given as a percentage of the Central Distrib. Target Weight which

keeps loading suspended until the weight on the Distributor falls below
the Target Weight less the value given for this parameter- The aim of
Feeding system hysteresis
hysteresis is to prevent continual stopping and starting of the loading
system, and to start it up only when there is a weight which is definitely
below the Target Weight.
Indicates the type of distribution of weights in the Weight buckets
desired during operation. A correct distribution is essential to enable
the system to find bags in tolerance through the “mathematical
combination” method of calculation and to carry out the Self-adjustment
procedure correctly. Type of distribution may be :
STANDARD : corresponds to the default preset on the MACHINE

CONFIGURATION page:
1/3 : corresponds to a type in which all the weight buckets must have a
Distribution weight equal to 33% of the Nominal Weight.
weight equal to 50% of the Nominal Weight.
weight equal to 25% of the Nominal Weight.
CUSTOMIZED : corresponds to the distribution given on the MACHINE

CONFIGURATION page but modified by the operator according to his
own requirements,
Indicates the type of digital Filter chosen to measure weight.
Specialised technicians must make this choice therefore it is
Filter type
unadvisable to alter this parameter unless you have sufficient
knowledge about it.
Indicates the tolerance band within which the weight in the Weight
bucket is measured. The value of this parameter affects the uncertainty
of the reading of the weight measured. The value allocated depends on
Stable weight tolerance
the oscillations of the mechanical system. It is chosen considering that
when working there are usually no alarms for “unstable weight”, in
which case it is increased until such alarms are no longer present.
Indicates the tolerance band within which the Weight bucket tare is
measured. The value of this parameter affects the uncertainty of the
reading of the weight measured. The value allocated depends on the
Tare stable weight tolerance oscillations of the mechanical system. It is chosen considering that
when working there are usually no alarms for “unstable self-tare
weight”, in which case it is increased until such alarms are no longer
present..
Indicates the number of discharges that a Weight bucket must carry out
before performing a self-tare operation. However, in actual fact, when
Self-tare frequency [cycles]
the system reaches half the number set, it performs the self-tare of a
Weight bucket if this is available.
Indicates the maximum time after which a Weight bucket must perform
Self-tare timing [s]
the self-tare as soon as it is empty.
It is the maximum difference in weight permitted between two
consecutive self-tares of a Weight bucket before an alarm state is
Max diff. between self-tares
signalled. If the difference is greater than this value, the HEAD goes
into alarm state.
Is the maximum time that a product can stay in a bucket. After this
Defrosting time [s] time, the HEAD goes into alarm state and the operator must discharge
the bucket manually.
Enables 3 different bucket opening speeds indicated as 1C, 2C and 3C
to be chosen from, which correspond respectively to slow, medium and
Opening speed
high speed. Moreover, since the speeds depend on the type of bucket,
whether the model is Small, medium or Large must also be indicated.
Enables the speed of the step motors which drive the buckets to be set
End speed adjustment
on a scale of 0.300 to 2.000. The standard value is 1.00
Value expressed as a percentage of the Nominal Weight which is a
reference for “excess” weights. Whenever there are no discharges in
tolerance, the system searches for bags whose weight is greater than
Max positive tolerance (%)
the Nominal Weight plus the over tolerance but not above the max.
over tolerance. This type of weight is discharged MANUALLY or
AUTOMATICALLY according to the alarm control mode chosen.
Enables a weight set plus the value allocated to this parameter to be
Nominal weight offset
considered a Nominal Weight.
The delay with which a HEAD starts its working cycle with respect to
the previous HEAD during the EMPTY ALL procedure.
“Empty all the B.” delay
The same delay is allocated in the OPEN ALL and CLOSE ALL
procedure.
Sets the discharge speed per minute of the bags when the multihead is
working in CON. MASTER mode.
Speed (bpm) This value is also used when the multihead is working in
PRODUCTIVE AUTO-DISCHARGE or DEMONSTRATIVE AUTO-
DISCHARGE, in which the system independently generates the
discharge trigger signal.
Allows the central ring function to be enabled or disabled. This is done

by setting the values “1” or “0” respectively. The presence or absence
Central ring enabled
of the Central Ring on the multihead must be entered on the MACHINE
CONFIGURATION page.
Allows the Timing Box bucket control to be enabled or disabled. This is
done by setting the values “1” or “0” respectively. The presence or
Timing box enabled
absence of the Timing Box on the multihead must be entered on the
MACHINE CONFIGURATION page.
15.6 MACHINE CONFIGURATION

The main parameters which enable the multiheads to be configured according to type of construction model
or work to be performed are given on the MACHINE CONFIGURATION page. There are general
parameters, such as date and time and more specific parameters such as number of heads, presence of
timing box, etc. The significance of the main parameters has already been described in depth in chapter 2,
therefore only a summary description of these will be given here.
To access the visual display, the SERVICE PASSWORD

provided only to authorised personnel must be typed in.
To insert the password, just use the shuttle to select each

character making up the word.
====== MACHINE CONFIGURATION =========
Language ENGLISH
Date/hour 12.02.00 00:25:22
Sections number 1
Total number of heads 8
2.1
Article code *** NO NAME ***
Alarms control SEMIAUTOMATIC
User password ------
Feeding sensor type ABSENT

Central ring PRESENT
Boost PRESENT
Timing Box ABSENT
Aux.0 Alarm ABSENT

All.0 Description *** NO NAME ***
Aux.1 Alarm ABSENT
All.1 Description *** NO NAME ***
Operating mode DEM.AUTODISCHARGE

HEADS ENABLED 1111 1111
Distribution 18 22 31 32 33 34 35 36
18 22 31 32 33 34 35 36
Triggers type DOS.MASTER
BUCKET SYNCHRONISM DELAY NO
Weight – Boost .05
B1 - B8 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00
Siren Alarm activation time [%] 100

Excessive Self-tare 100.0
Allows the language of the texts to be selected. Note that the

languages ITALIAN, ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH and
Language
GERMAN can be set when the machine is switched on, while
other languages can only be selected on this page.
Current Time and Date are entered here. The values entered
Date/hour
are then dynamically viewed on the EXECUTE CYCLE page.
Allows the multihead model, which may be “single” or “double”

according to whether there are one or two sections, to be
Sections number
selected. The two sections are indicated on the HMI pages as
“A” and “B”.
Indicates the number of heads making up the multihead. In the
case of the single multihead, the maximum number is 16
Total number of heads
heads, while in the case of double multiheads the maximum
number is 8 per section.
An access key personalised by the operator can be

User password introduced, who must then type this in every time a request to
change data is made.
Indicates the type of sensor used to control the level of

Feeding sensor type product to discharge onto the Central Distributor if this is
NOT IMPLEMENTATED different from the loading cell. ABSENT is set by default.
Enables the presence or absence of central ring control for the

Central ring containment of the product to be distributed to the vibrators to
be selected. PRESENT is set by default.
The presence or absence of the Boost buckets is indicated
Boost here. The choice depends on the multihead construction
model. PRESENT is set by default.
Indicates if a Timing Box bucket controlled by the multihead is
Timing box present. If it is, its control can be activated or deactivated on
the RECIPE DATA page according to the type of production.
Indicates the presence or absence of a possible first external

Aux.0 Alarm
alarm. ABSENT is set by default.
Enables the first external alarm to be described using an
All.0 Description
alphanumerical text. Max. number of characters is 16.
Indicates the presence or absence of a possible second
Aux.1 Alarm
external alarm. ABSENT is set by default.
Enables the second external alarm to be described using an
All.1 Description
alphanumerical text. Max. number of characters is 16.
Determines the multihead function mode. PRODUCTIVE is set

by default. Modes are given.
Operating mode PRODUCTIVE : the multihead doses the product and
discharges bags on receiving a signal from the bagging
machine.
PROD. AUTODISCHARGE: the multihead doses the product
but generates its own bag discharge signal. In this case the
number of bags discharged per minute corresponds to the
value set for the parameter speed (bpm) on the RECIPE
DATA page.
DEMONSTRATIVE : the multihead does not work with the
product, but generates its own weights in the Weight buckets,
according to a procedure which simulates real operation and
discharges on receiving a signal from the bagging machine.
DEM.AUTODISCHARGE: the multihead does not work with
the product, but generates its own weights in the Weight
buckets, according to a procedure which simulates real
operation and generates its own bag discharge signal. In this
case the number of bags discharged per minute corresponds
to the value set for the parameter speed (bpm) on the
RECIPE DATA page.
Allows the operation of the heads making up the multihead to
be enabled or disabled. Enablement is indicated by a “1” and
disablement by a “0”.
This is given in the list on the page :
1111 11111 1111 1111

HEADS ENEBLED
where HEAD no. 1 is the first on the left and so on up to
HEAD no. 16 which is the last on the right. Enablement or
disablement are obviously only significant for the heads
actually on the multihead therefore on a 14-head machine,
the system ignores the last two heads, on an 8-head the last
8 heads are ignored, etc.
By default, all the heads are set on “1”.
In this parameter the STANDARD distribution by default of the
weights to be made up in the Weight buckets. If Distribution
Distribution needs to be customised, these values can be changed and
become effective by selecting the option CUSTOMIZED under
the parameter Distribution on the RECIPE DATA page.
Indicates the multihead’s working mode when combined with

the bagging system. DOS. MASTER is set by default. These
modes are given.
DOS. MASTER : the multihead signals the bagging machine
with a “weight ready” signal that it is ready to discharge a bag
and discharges it as soon as it receives the “discharge trigger”
signal from the bagging machine. In this case production
speed is set by the bagging machine.
CON. MASTER : the bagging machine signals the multihead it
Triggers type is ready to receive the bag discharge and the multihead
discharges it generating its own “discharge trigger” signal, as
soon as it has a valid bag. In this case production speed is set
by the value given in the parameter speed (bpm) on the
RECIPE DATA page.
N.B. : In the case that the multihead is combined with the

Simionato LOGIC model bagging machine, the same
operating mode is selected for the multihead and for the
bagging machine.
Enables the possibility to be introduced of discharging from
heads which are closer than others from the centre of the
discharge hopper with a certain delay from receiving the
discharge trigger signal, so that the product coming from
several heads arrives at the same time in the centre of the
hopper. The same possibility is given to delay discharge of the
BUCKET SYNCHRONISM DELAY
product coming from the Boost buckets with respect to those
from the Weights because if the Weights were to discharge
directly into the discharge hopper, the transit time of the
product from these discharged would be longer than that of
the products discharged from the Boost buckets. ABSENT is
set by default.
Weight-Boost : Enables the advance with which discharge from the Weight
buckets has to start with respect to that from the Boost
buckets when the bag to be discharged contains weights also
contained in the Weight buckets.
B1-B8 : Enables the advance with which the buckets of a HEAD have
to start discharge with respect to the buckets of the next
HEAD.
Siren Alarm activation time Enables the duration of the siren beeps to be reduced as a
percentage. By default it is set at 100%. Lower values reduce
their duration.
Excessive Self-tare: Indicates the maximum value measurable in the self-tare
stage with respect to the tare reading taken in SERVICE in the
last calibration of a HEAD.
15.7 MACHINE PRODUCTIVITY
== MACHINE PRODUCTIVITY == Sez A/Ric.0
Recipe no.
Article code ***NO NAME ***
Discharges within tolerance 669

Discharges over tolerance 2
Discharges in alarm state 50
Discharges counter 1167
Mean error 0.03
Standard deviation 0.87
Average speed 50
DISP RESET
CHART STAT
The PRODUCTIVITY page provides statistics of the system about the bags produced by the multihead,
indicating how many were within tolerance, how many over tolerance and how many in alarm state. It also
automatically calculates the Mean Error with respect to the Nominal Weight and relevant Standard Deviation.
Apart from the Discharge Counter, all the parameters refer to the section and recipe being used and can be
reset using the key:
F3 = RESET STAT.
After resetting the statistics, the systems starts a new series of calculations.
Discharges within tolerance The number of bag discharges within tolerance

Number of bag discharges included between over tolerance
Discharges over tolerance
and max. over tolerance.
Number of discharges following an alarm for Weight Over
Discharges in alarm state Tolerance or incomplete closure of a Weight and/or Boost
bucket.
Total number of discharges performed by the multihead.
Discharges counter
Cannot be reset
Average error of bags within tolerance with respect to Nominal
Mean error Weight. Only the number of discharges within tolerance are
calculated.
Standard deviation of bags within tolerance with respect to the
Standard deviation average of weights within tolerance. Calculated only on the
number of discharges within tolerance.
Average number of discharges per minute made by the
Average speed
multihead.
To start a new set of statistics, just reset the existing data to zero using the key: F3 = RESET DATA
Use the key F2 = DISP CHART to access a visual display which shows the error bar diagram:
CHART
ISTO.
From which, using the F1 = CHART ISTO key, the error bar chart can also be viewed.
CHART
ISTO
N.B.: previous visual displays can be accessed using the STATISTICS key.
15.8 SERVICE
To access the visual display, type in the PASSWORD SERVICE which only authorised personnel are
provided with.
To insert the password just select each character making up the word using the shuttle.
=== SERVICE HEAD N. 1 == Sec. A.
DIGITAL INPUTS
In0 Trigger to doser A
In1 Trigger to doser B
In2 ---
In3 ---
In4 Minimun level FTC Sec. A
In5 Minimun level FTC Sec. B
In6 Cycle pause Sec. A
In7 Cycle pause Sec. B
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
Out0 Ready weight alarm A
Out1 Ready weight alarm B
Out2 Timing box section A
Out3 Timing box section B
Out4 Operating weigher A
Out6 Acoustic alarm
Out7 Rotating cone motor
Out8 Power supply section A
Out9 Power supply section B
Out10 Out 10
Out11 Out 11
Out12 Out 12
Out13 Alarm 0
Out14 Alarm 1
Out15 Alarm 2
VOLTAGE FREE CONTACT

K0 Ready weight from the doser A
K1 Ready weight from the doser B
K2 ---
------------- STEP CARD-------------
In0 Reset sensor Pool motor

In1 Reset sensor Weight motor
In2 Reset sensor Boost motor
Pool bucket CLOSE ERR

Weight bucket -inside CLOSE ERR
Weight bucket -outside CLOSE ERR
Boost bucket CLOSE ERR
Central ring A 148.0

Central ring B 148.0
Vibrator OFF
Duty Cycle Max. 55
Frequency [ HZ ] 50.22
Cal.Auto.[HZ] [int] 0.0 0
----------- WEIGHT CARD ------------

Current weight 2405.01
SEL CONFIG. MEASUR

HEAD CARDS REPORT
The SERVICE page enables all the input and output signals for the CORE and STEP cards and calibration
and debugging of the WEIGHT card to be checked manually.
15.9 CORE CARD

The CORE card is composed of three distinct sections: DIGITAL INPUTS, DIGITAL OUTPUTS, VOLTAGE-
FREE CONTACTS. The digital inputs and outputs are PNP 24 Vdc signals.
The following symbols are used to give the state of the signals :
: open signal : closed signal
15.9.1 Digital inputs
In the sector dedicated to digital inputs the state of the signals only can be viewed.
------------- CORE CARD -------------
DIGITAL INPUTS
In0 Trigger to doser A
In1 Trigger to doser B
In2 ---
In3 ---
In4 Minimum level FTC Sec. A
In5 Minimum level FTC Sec. B
SEL CONFIG. MEASUR

HEAD CARDS REPORT
The discharge trigger signal sent to the entire multihead if

InØ Trigger to doser A
it is single, to Sec. A only if it is double s.
Trigger to doser B The discharge trigger signal sent to Sec. B, valid only on
In1 double multiheads.
Consenso scarico a dosatore B
Signal coming from the photocell that regulates the
minimum level of product on the central distributor,
Minimun level FTC Sec. A concerns all the multihead or just Sec. A if the machine is
In4
NOT IMPLEMENTATED double. The photocell is present in cases in which the
system does not control the quantity of product on the
Distributor by measuring the weight. N
Signal coming from the photocell that regulates the
Minimun level FTC Sec. B minimum level of product on the central distributor,
In5
NOT IMPLEMENTATED concerns all the multihead or just Sec. B if the machine is
double..
External input stopping the multihead during the work cycle

which, once the doses in course have been completed, no
longer makes the “end weight” signal available. The signal
affects the entire multihead if single, only Sec. A if double.
External input stopping the multihead B Sector during the
work cycle in the case of double multiheads.
15.9.2 Digital outputs and voltage free contacts
In the sector concerning digital outputs and voltage free contacts, as well as viewing the state of the signal, it
is also possible to switch the state by pressing function key F1 = SWITCH OUTPUT
------------- CORE CARD -------------
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
Out0 Ready weight alarm A
Out1 Ready weight alarm B
Out2 Timing box section A
Out3 Timing box section B
Out5 Operating weigher B
Out6 Acoustic alarm
Out7 Rotating cone motor
Out8 Power supply section A
Out10 Out 10
Out11 Out 11
Out12 Out 12
Out13 Alarm 0
Out14 Alarm 1
Out15 Alarm 2
VOLTAGE FREE CONTACT

K0 Ready weight from the doser A
K1 Ready weight from the doser B
K2 ---
SWITCH SEL CONFIG. MEASUR

OUTPUT HEAD CARDS REPORT
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
The signal that all the multihead, or just Sec. A if the
machine is double, gives to the bagging machine when it
has a discharge in alarm state due to a Weight Out of
OutØ Ready weight alarm A
Tolerance or incomplete closure of a Weight and/or Boost
bucket, or a Combination Out of Tolerance (bag between
positive and maximum positive tolerance inclusive).
The signal that Sec. B, if the machine is double, gives to
Out1 Ready weight alarm A the bagging machine when it has a discharge in alarm
state.
Digital output for opening and closing the Timing Box
Out2 Timing box section A bucket controlled by the multihead. In the case of a single
machine, the output controls only the Sec. A Timing Box.
Digital output for opening and closing the Timing Box
Out3 Timing box section A bucket controlled by Sec. B of the multihead if the
machine is double.
The signal that the multihead, or Sec. A if the machine is
double, makes available every time the START key is
pressed. Conversely, if the multihead is stopped using
the STOP key, the signal is no longer present on exit.
The signal that Sec. B, if the machine is double, makes
Out5 Operating weigher B
available every time the START key is pressed.
Out6 Acoustic alarm Output that activates the alarm siren.
Rotating cone motor Output that causes the Central Distributor to rotate if it is
Out7 the cone motor type.
NOT IMPLEMENTATED
Output that activates the product feeding system on the
multihead, or on Sec. A only, if the machine is double. It
Out8 Power supply section A is active as long as the weight of the product on the
Central Distributor is lower than the Central Distributor
Target Weight set on the RECIPE DATA page.
Output that activates the product feeding system on Sec.
B only, if the machine is double.
Out10 Out1Ø : Available
Out11 Out11 : Available
Out12 Out12 : Available
Out13 Alarm Ø NOT IMPLEMENTATED : External alarm
Out14 Alarm 1 NOT IMPLEMENTATED : External alarm
Out15 Alarm 2 NOT IMPLEMENTATED : External alarm
VOLTAGE FREE CONTACTS

K0 Ready weight from the doser A The signal that the multihead, or Sec. A only, if the
machine is double, gives when it has a bag within
tolerance to discharge.
K1 Ready weight from the doser B:
K2 : Available
15.10 STEP CARD
The STEP card controls the step motors which open and close the buckets, the motorised central rings for
containment of the product, the vibration intensity of the central Distributor and vibrators.
15.10.1 STEP MOTORS
------------- SCHEDA STEP -------------
In0 Reset sensor Pool motor

In1 Reset sensor Weight motor
In2 Reset sensor Boost motor
Pool bucket CLOSE ERR

Weight bucket -inside CLOSE ERR
Weight bucket -outside CLOSE ERR
Boost bucket CLOSE ERR
OPEN RESET SEL CONFIG. MEASUR.

CLOSE HEAD CARDS REPORT
In the step motor sector, the page views the state of the “zero” sensors on the Pool, Weight and Boost
buckets, indicated in the InØ, In1 and In2 inputs. The “zero” of the buckets corresponds to their closing
position and the “closed” state of the inputs. It is then possible to open and close the buckets using function
key F1 = OPEN/CLOSE and set them at zero using key F2 = RESET.
15.10.2 Central Ring
------------- SCHEDA STEP -------------
Central ring A 148.0

Central ring B 148.0
SEL CONFIG. MEASUR

HEAD CARDS REPORT
In the Central Ring sector, the position of the ring is given. Central Ring A refers to single multiheads or just
Section A on double machines. Central Ring B refers only to Section B, and applies only if the machine is
double.
15.10.3 Vibration intensity
------------- STEP CARD -------------
Vibrator OFF
Duty Cycle Max. 55
Frequency [ HZ ] 50.22
Cal.Auto.[HZ] [int] 0.0 0
ON(START) SEL CONFIG. MEASUR

OFF HEAD CARDS REPORT
This sector can be used to activate Linear Vibrator vibration on the HEAD selected and, by selecting HEAD
no. 21, also vibration of the Central Distributor. For activation, simply press key F1 = ON/OFF. The rest of
the parameters in the sector become particularly significant as, by adjusting these, the system can be
calibrated so that the vibrator functions optimally. Follow the procedure given below :
Set the Duty Cycle at 50% and vary the Frequency until maximum vibration is obtained.
a) Maintaining this Frequency constant, vary the Duty Cycle until maximum vibration possible is achieved.
b) Try varying the Frequency again to see if vibration can be optimised.
If the procedure is to be started from a parameter value which is already close to the final value, the
Automatic Frequency Calculation and Duty Cycle procedure can be activated by positioning the cursor on
the parameter “Cal. Auto [Hz] [int]” and pressing key F1 = START. Once values have been obtained, the
Duty Cycle and Frequency values of the system found can then be refined manually.
15.11 WEIGHT CARD

In the sector reserved for the WEIGHT card, Tare and Calibration of a HEAD can be set at zero. To perform
these operations, reference must be made to the parameter : “Current Weight”
which views the dynamic gross weight of the selected HEAD.
----------- WEIGHT CARD ------------

Current weight 2405.01
TARE CALIB SEL CONFIG. MEASUR.

HEAD CARDS REPORT
In the procedure for zeroing the Tare, the system memorises the weight of the empty Weight bucket and sets
the Current Weight value at zero.
In the Calibration procedure, the system requires a sample weight of 100 g (can be set) to be placed in the
Weight bucket and automatically calculates a proportionality coefficient which makes the weight in the bucket
correspond to its value in grams.
To zero the Tare of the Weight bucket on a HEAD, follow the procedure below :
Press function key F3 = SEL HEAD to select the HEAD to be tared.

Empty the bucket by discharging manually using the digital outputs sector.
Press function key F1 = TARE and wait for the Current Weight value to come to zero.
To calibrate the weighing system of a HEAD, after setting it at zero, follow the procedure below :
Place a 100 g sample weight in the Weight bucket of the selected HEAD
Press function key F2 = CALIB and wait for the Current Weight value to come to 100.00 g
Remove the sample weight from the bucket.
15.12 MEASUREMENTS REPORT
============ REPORT ============
TEMPERATURE INPUTS
LCD temperature [°C] 27.2
EL.CABINET POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE

HMI [V] 25.991 4.942
CORE [V] 25.820 4.923
WEIGHT [V] 6.910 6.910
STEP [V] 1.025 1.025
STEP CARD POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE

MOTORS [V] 1.025 1.025 1.025
VIBRATOR [V] 1.025
SENSORS [V] 0.000
HARDWARE
Serial flash module ABSENT
LCD: Vbias(Mv) 1978
LCD: Backlight(Mv) 120
HW HMI errors 0
HW CORE errors 0
HW STEP errors 0
HW WEIGHT errors 0
From the SERVICE page, press function key F5 = MEASURES REPORT, to access the page of the same
name on which it is possible to check the LCD display temperature, actual supply voltages of electronic
parts, the presence or not of a serial flash module, HW errors on cards and voltages of Vbias and LCD
display Backlight.
15.13 CARD CONFIGURATION
This video display shows the electronic card hardware (HWVER) and firmware (FWVER) configurations. The
Can reception errors CAN (CREC) and transmission (CTec) errors and hardware errors (HWERR) are given
in the bottom sector. The Flag 01 indicates the presence of the relevant card.
The figure shown above refers to an 8-head multihead. Address 21 refers to the Central Distributor.
15.14 ALARMS PAGE
On this page the abnormalities which generated the alarms are shown. If the alarm concerns a single HEAD,
the number of the HEAD is also indicated.
BATTERY LOW
ELECTR.CABINET OVERHEATING
NO VALID COMBINATION
RESET RESET
HEAD <<<<
Press function key F1 = RESET, to reset all the pending alarms in sequence.
Press function key F4 = RESET HEAD, to enter the SYNOPTIC from which the alarms relating to individual
heads can be reset.
15.14.1 List of Alarms
Given below is the list of alarms and warnings which may be signalled as a result of abnormalities in the
system.
GROUP 1: Alarms that signal abnormalities of the entire machine or one section
Type of alarm Description Remedy

Signals that the buffer battery is flat and Before switching off the machine,
therefore some data may have been lost. change the recipe being used. This
Every time the machine is switched on, operation will force the data to be
data is memorised anyway on a non- saved on a non-volatile memory.
Battery low
volatile memory back up (flash eprom).
Lost data therefore is only data changed
in the current recipe during the last
section of work.
The machine’s internal temperature has Bring the ambient temperature back
exceeded 60°C. Normally this indicates within the ambient specifications for
Electr.Cabinet that the ambient temperature has which the machine was designed.
Overheating exceeded 50°C, the maximum limit within
which the SimWeight will function
A. (only in DOS. MASTER mode) A. Check discharge times

The machine downstream
(bagging machine) has mistakenly
requested a discharge even
though the multihead did not have
weights ready
Discharge signals
error
B. The settling time in the timing box
bucket exceeds the cycle time (this B. Reduce settling time or connect the
leads to the timing box bucket timing box to the bagging machine
controlling discharges, which must
be carried out by the bagging
machine).
Signals that the next discharge will be Discharges over tolerance are
composed of a weight between over generally caused by too high weights in
tolerance and max. over tolerance the buckets. We recommend lowering
Over tolerance
inclusive. The discharge will occur the duration and vibration thresholds of
combination
either automatically or manually the trays.
according to the option chosen for
Alarms control.
Manually discharge the head buckets
with net weights too high with respect
to the ideal weight.
Lower the relevant tray duration and
There are no discharges available with
No Valid Combination vibration and restart.
weight under the max. over tolerance
If weights are all too low, make sure
or over the under tolerance.
there is sufficient product on the
multihead, discharge a few HEADS
manually, increase the tray duration
and vibration values and restart.
HWERR CORE-
(see note below) Consult the Simionato Service Centre.
peripherals
HWERR HMI (see note below) Consult the Simionato Service Centre
NOTE: The "HWERR CORE peripherals" errors are viewed with hexadecimal coding, given below. The list also gives
the Hw errors for the HMI.
HW errors on CORE HW errors on QStep and Lci HW errors on HMI
0x0001 Error on internal Flash 0x0001 Error on eeprom serial ERROR DISPLAY
0x0002 Error on removable Flash 0x0002 Error 24 V ERROR EEPROM
0x0004 Error on EEPROM serial 0x0004 Error CAN0 ERROR EXT RAM
0x0008 Error SPI (serial peripheral (peripherals) ERROR LM74
interface) 0x0008 Error CAN0 spooler ERROR TEMPERATURE
0x0010 Error 24 V ERROR 24V
0x0020 Error CAN0 (peripherals) ERRORE MEASUREMENTS
0x0040 Error CAN1 (core-hmi) ERRORE CAN
0x0080 Error CAN0 spooler CORE DOES NOT RESPOND
0x0100 Error HW of a peripheral
GROUP 2: Alarms that signal abnormalities of a single HEAD, or bucket, or vibrating tray

Check whether there is any product
caught in the bucket which prevents it
from closing completely, if there is,
Pool.: incomplete The Pool bucket has not closed reduce advance time.
closing completely. Check for any mechanical strain on
levers and/or bucket controlling levers,
if there is any, call out Simionato for
technical servicing.
Weight: incomplete The Weight bucket has not closed reduce advance time.
levers and/or bucket controlling levers ,
Boost: incomplete The Boost bucket has not closed reduce advance time.
levers and/or bucket controlling levers ,
The motor that controls the bucket
Check for the presence of obstructions
doors does not rotate correctly due to
to bucket opening and remove them. If
Motors: error lack of torque or external obstructions
this is not the problem, replace the
which prevent the buckets from
motor and/or STEP card
opening.
Avoid staff or any machine moving the
During the self-tare stage the weight
multihead stand which would cause and
read does not stabilise within 10s,
transmit excessive vibrations to the
Self-tare Error within the band indicated in Recipe
structure. If this is not the problem,
Data under the parameter “Tare Stable
replace the loading cell and/or Weight
Weight Tol.”.
LCI card
Clean product residues away from the
The sum of the tares is excessively
Weight bucket thoroughly and carry out
different from the value of the first tare
a new self-tare on the calibration page.
Excessive Self - Tare in absolute terms more than the
Check whether there is any electronic
variable in Machine configuration
drift of empty weight, if so, replace the
“Excessive self-tare”.
loading cell and/or Weight LCI card.
Clean away any residues of product
The difference between 2 subsequent
from the Weight bucket thoroughly and
Exces. diff. between self-tares exceeds in absolute terms
resume work after increasing the
Self-Tares the variable in Recipe Data “Tolerance
Tolerance in diffs between self-tares, if
in diff. Between self-tares”.
necessary.
Clean the Weight bucket of any

residues of product which could distort
The net weight detected in the Weight
Negative Detected the self-tare or prevent correct reading
bucket is negative and therefore not
Weight of the weight. If this is not the problem,
the actual weight.
LCI card.
Avoid staff or any machine moving the
multihead stand which would cause and
The system cannot take a proper
transmit excessive vibrations to the
Unstable weight reading during the weight measuring
structure. If this is not the problem,
stage because of strong oscillation.
LCI card.
The weight contained in a bucket is Empty the HEAD buckets. Lower the
Overtolerance weight
above the max. over Tolerance. tray vibrations and duration and restart.
The quantity of product coming from a Make sure there is product in the tray,
vibrating tray is lower than 0.5% of the that the tray vibrates and that the
Nominal Weight or no greater than 1g, duration and intensity values are
Clogged Vibrator
after the tray has performed the sufficient to pour the product into the
maximum number of consecutive work Pool bucket. If not, replace the tray,
cycles given in the Recipe Data. magnet and/or STEP card
The time set in the RECIPE DATA for

the product contained in a bucket to
Defrosting alarm Discharge the HEAD buckets manually.
defrost has elapsed and the bucket
needs to be emptied.
GROUP 3: Warnings which signal abnormalities of the entire machine or a section

Check in Machine configuration that
the number of sections
The multihead configuration set in the total number of heads
Configuration error Machine Configuration is not coherent the type of loading sensor
with the actual machine. the presence of the central ring
the presence of the Boost bucket
correspond to the actual machine.
Check that the network has both

termination resistances (2 120 Ohm
Errors on the communication network resistances in parallel between CANH
(CAN) have exceeded 96, maximum and CANL). Check that the CANH and
CAN error threshold
threshold recommended in the CANL signals have not short circuited
Motorola specifications to earth. Search for the card which is
producing the abnormality by
connecting all the heads one at a time.

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2 WARNINGS- PRECAUTIONS- GENERAL ADVICE ............................................ 5

4 SAFETY REGULATIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND AFTER USING

6 ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING CONDITIONS ............................................... 13

7 TRANSPORT AND HANDLING.......................................................................... 14

8 IP: DEGREE OF PROTECTION OF MACHINE CASING................................... 16

10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................... 21

11 DEMOLISHING THE MACHINE ......................................................................... 25

12 SWITCHING ON AND STARTING UP THE SIMWEIGHT ................................. 25

12.1 SWITCHING ON................................................................................................ 25

13 . DESCRIPTION OF HOW MACHINE WORKS ..................................................26

15 USER INTERFACE .............................................................................................39

15.9.2 Digital outputs and voltage free contacts......................................................66

1.1 MANUFACTURER’S DETAILS

Manufacturer: SIMIONATO S.p.A.

Machine: MULTI-HEAD WEIGHER

Description: multihead weigher designed to weigh :

Year of manufacture: ……………

2 WARNINGS- PRECAUTIONS- GENERAL ADVICE

2.1.1 Warnings Concerning Points of Use

These symbols are of three types, and are identified as follows :

DANGER : imminent danger that causes serious injury or death.

ATTENTION : risky behaviour that could cause serious injury or death.

Here below are some examples of how to identify them.

section 2. WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS - GENERAL ADVICE

chapter 2.1 SAFETY

paragraph 2.1.1. Warnings Concerning The Points Of Use

Within the text reference is made to the figures as follows :

4 SAFETY REGULATIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND AFTER USING THE

4.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THE MULTIHEAD WEIGHER

4.2 SIGNALS AND WARNINGS

Lock can only 1

Reference Graphic symbol Type Description

OPENING by non-authorised persons

It is forbidden to carry out work on live

A metal plate on the machine casing shows :

♦ manufacturers name and address.

manufacturer’s name and address.

5.1 TECHNICAL FEATURES

5.2 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

6 ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING CONDITIONS

WARNING : cramped, badly ventilated or poorly moderated environments cause accidents.

7 TRANSPORT AND HANDLING

7.1 TRANSPORT, HANDLING AND INSTALLATION

7.1.2 Requirements for Lifting Equipment

7.1.3 Requirements for Handling, Positioning and Installation

WARNING: danger of machine overturning

Do not underestimate the weight of the weigher.

Points where tines

Points where tines are inserted

8 IP: DEGREE OF PROTECTION OF MACHINE CASING

The casing is protected against jets of

WARNING: THE INSTALLATION COMPLETE WITH STAND MUST ONLY BE ASSEMBLED OR

9.1 WIRING SYSTEM

The electrical connection characteristics are given here below:

This modification must only be carried out by authorised personnel.

If it is necessary to reach and access the platform, use

9.2 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM (ONLY FOR RCW 14-45 6WL)

The compressed air supplied must have the following

contained oil [mg/l]

Before connecting the machine to the pneumatic supply

Check dehumidifcation works on the dew point indicator