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V.111405MS Part # MAN-TACANAD Tacana D Av2
$35.00
Tacana D
M&R Printing Equipment, Inc.
www.mrprint.com
Toll Free 1-800-736-6431
International 1-630-858-6101
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IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
The product described in this publication may employ hazardous voltages or
might create other conditions that could, through misuse, inattention, or lack of
understanding, result in personal injury, or damage to the product or to other
equipment. It is imperative, therefore, that personnel involved in the installation,
maintenance, or use of this product understand the operation of the product and
the contents of this publication.
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication.
While efforts have been made to be accurate, the information contained herein
does not purport to cover all details or variations in hardware, software, features
or specifications, nor to provide for every possible contingency in connection with
installation, operation and maintenance. Features may be described herein which
are not present in all variations of this product. M&R Printing Equipment, Inc.
(M&R) assumes no obligation of notice to holders of this document with respect
to changes subsequently made.
M&R makes no representation or warranty, expressed, implied or statutory with
respect to, and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, suffi-
ciency or usefulness of the information contained herein. No warranties of mer-
chantability or fitness for purpose shall apply.
A publication of M&R Printing Equipment, Inc. All information contained herein is derived in part from proprietary and patent
data of M&R Printing Equipment, Inc. This publication may not be reproduced, copied, or transmitted in any form without prior
permission from M&R Printing Equipment, Inc. Printed in the U.S.A. All Rights Reserved 2004.
The information listed below will prove helpful when ordering replacement
parts, requesting service or repairs. Please fill in the following information.
The Model No., Serial No., Schematic No. and Machine No. are all located
on the Manufacturers Rating Plate mounted to the equipment. Should you
have any questions regarding this information, please do not hesitate to con-
tact our Equipment Service Department at 1-800-736-6431 during normal
business hours.
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Valued Customer,
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of the Tacana D Flash curing unit.
The Tacana D Flash is zoned in on productivity and versatility. It's the ultimate integrated flash cure sys-
tem, and it's designed to work flawlessly with most M&R automatic textile presses. At the heart of the
Tacana D Flash are new sealed tungsten filament quartz lamps, which offer over 30% more curing
power than the lamps they replaced. This increased power allows dramatic increases in press speed,
making the Tacana D Flash the ideal system for rapid flash curing during high-speed production. In
addition, the lamps heat up instantaneously. This allows curing to begin without pre-cure heating, sav-
ing both time and energy.
A thorough understanding of the operation and maintenance of your new Tacana D Flash will insure a
long service life for your investment. This operator's manual is provided to help guide you, and your
employees, in the proper procedures for set-up, operation and preventive maintenance of your new
Tacana D Flash.
Should you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of this equipment, M&R's
worldwide technical service and support network is available to you during regular business hours
(8:30am - 5:00pm C.S.T.) at 1 (800) 736-6431, or, on weekends or holidays, call our 24-hour emergency
service hotline at 1 (630) 462-4715 for technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
On behalf of all of us here at M&R, thank you for selecting M&R as your equipment supplier.
Michael J. Sweers
Director of Technical Services
M&R Printing Equipment, Inc.
Tacana D
Table of
Disclaimer
Contents Model Description
Introduction
Safety Precautions and Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Specifications
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Set-Up and Control and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operation
Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . .13
Troubleshooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting
Replacement Parts and Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Warranty Information
Tacana D Flash Curing Unit Safety Precautions
FUNDAMENTAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Conditions which may compromise operator safety must be
Please read all information regarding safety precautions identified and corrected immediately.
as presented in the operator's manual.
Defined Purpose
The fundamental requirement to assure safe and trouble-free The Tacana D Flash unit is specifically designed to flash
operation of this equipment, is a thorough understanding of cure textile inks on textile substrates screen printed on M&R
the safety information contained in this operator's manual. textile printing systems. Any other use of the equipment
which does not meet the Defined Purpose as described
This operator's manual includes important instructions to above is not permitted.
assure safe operation of this equipment. This operator's
manual, and especially the safety instructions as described In accordance with the Defined Purpose of this equipment,
there-in, must be observed by everyone who will operate it is necessary to observe all instructions as outlined in the
this equipment. In addition to the safety instructions and operator's manual and to perform the preventive mainte-
regulations described in this operator's manual, rules and nance procedures as described in the manual.
regulations of the equipment owners place of business
must also be observed. Guarantee and Liability
In principle, our general terms of sale and delivery are valid
Obligation of the Equipment Operator and these are at the Operator's disposal. Guarantee and lia-
The equipment operator is obliged to guarantee that only bility claims for persons or property damage are excluded if
staff who are acquainted with the fundamental regulations they originate for one or more of the following reasons.
according to workers protection and accident prevention,
and, are completely knowledgeable in the operation of this 1. A non-defined use of the equipment
equipment have fully read the Safety Chapter and the 2. Improper installation or use of the equipment
Warning Instructions of this manual, and understand the 3. Operation of the equipment with defective safety
instructions as they relate to operation of this equipment. devices
4. Non-Observance of instructions as described in the
Equipment operators must be continually evaluated to operator's manual for transportation, storage, installa-
assure that they fully understand the operation of this tion, operation, maintenance, set-up and take-down
equipment. of the equipment.
5. Modification of the equipment.
Obligation of Personnel 6. Failure to replace worn or defective parts of the equip-
Every person that will be engaged in the operation of this ment.
equipment must comply with the following before operation 7. Defective repairs made to the equipment.
of the equipment is to begin. 8. Dangerous conditions which are a result of the improp-
er use of the equipment
1. Observe the fundamental regulations of worker's pro-
tection and accident prevention. Description of Safety Symbols and Instructions
2. Read the Safety Chapter and Warning Instructions of this
operator's manual and confirm by signature that they This symbol signifies or alerts the
understand the instructions as described in the manual. equipment operator of conditions or
areas of the equipment which present
Dangerous Situations during Operation of the imminent danger to the health of the
Equipment equipment operator. Non-observance
The Tacana D Flash unit has been designed and construct- of these instructions has serious
ed in accordance with safety standards as described by health consequences, and can lead
Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories, such as DANGER! to highly dangerous injuries.
Underwriters Laboratories in the United States, and CEN-
ELEC and the European Economic Community (CE) This symbol signifies a possible immi-
Standards and Directives. However, it is possible that dan- nent danger for life and health of persons
gerous conditions which can cause serious injury or loss of and equipment operators. Non-obser-
life for the user or third persons, or damage to the equip- vance of these instructions can have
ment or property could occur. This equipment must be used serious health consequences and can
only for the defined purpose as described in the operator's lead to highly dangerous injuries.
manual, and must be maintained in perfect running condi-
WARNING!
tion in accordance with described Safety Regulations.
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Safety Precautions Tacana D Flash Curing Unit
This symbol signifies a possible danger. Training of Equipment Operator's
Non-observance of these instruc- Only properly trained operators may run the equipment. The
tions can lead to light injuries or dam- competence of personnel who are to operate, maintain, set-
age to the equipment or property. up and shut down the equipment must be confirmed.
Unskilled staff may work with the equipment only when
supervised by experienced equipment operators.
CAUTION!
Equipment Control System
Never make any modifications to software. Only experi-
This symbol gives important instructions enced operators may actuate the control system.
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for the proper use of the equipment.
Non-observance of these instructions Safety Measures during Normal Operation
can lead to equipment failure. Operate the equipment only if all safety devices are fully
operational. Before starting the equipment, check to be
sure no-one will be endangered by the operation of the
IMPORTANT! equipment. Check the equipment and safety devices at
least once per shift for external or visible damage.
This symbol is used to describe operat- Danger by Electrical Energy
ing tips or especially useful information.
This information will enable the oper- Work on the electrical system must
ator to use all equipment functions be carried out by qualified person-
for optimal performance. nel only. Check the electrical equip-
ment regularly for any sign of defect
OPERATING or loose connections. Electrical
TIP enclosures must be kept securely
locked at all times. Only authorized
personnel with a key are allowed
Organizational Measures access to electrical enclosures.
Equipment operators are responsible to provide personal
DANGER!
protection when operating this equipment. All safety
devices must be checked each day before operation of the Maintenance and Troubleshooting
equipment can begin. Preventive maintenance must be performed at regular inter-
vals as described in the operator's manual. Equipment oper-
Safety Devices ator's must be informed before any preventive maintenance
Before beginning operation of the equipment, all safety can be performed. All electrical must be disconnected and
appliances must be checked for proper operation. Safety locked out before preventive maintenance may begin.
devices may only be removed after:
Structural Modification of the Equipment
1. The equipment is shut down. Modifications of equipment are specifically not allowed with
2. The electrical power has been disconnected from the out written authorization from M&R.
equipment.
3. In case of delivery of partial components, the opera- Cleaning of the equipment
tor must install safety devices in accordance with Clean away all ink or other contaminants at the end of
regulations. each day.
Exploratory Safety Measures
The operator's manual must be kept on or near the equip-
ment at all times. All safety and danger notices must be kept
in readable condition at all times.
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Tacana D Flash Curing Unit Safety Precautions
CAUTION: The information con- 1. Read the operator's manual before attempting to lift,
tained in this operator's manual has move, operate or perform maintenance on any piece of
been provided to eliminate prob- machinery. Become intimately familiar with all equipment
lems from occurring. Be sure to controls, their locations, their operation and their effect on
read through this operator's manual equipment function. Keep this operator's manual in a clean
fully before operating your press. location immediately adjacent to the equipment for a quick
and handy reference.
CAUTION! There are numerous safety features
utilized in the operation of this 2. Before attempting to start the equipment inspect all areas
equipment. Please be sure you around and adjacent to moving parts for possible obstruc-
know the location of these safety tions: tools, rags, crating remnants etc. Be certain that all
devices and how they operate Safety Guards, covers, access doors etc., are properly
before attempting to operate this installed prior to starting operation.
equipment.
3. Do not attempt to operate this equipment if you are sick,
Safety Features excessively fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or
Safety guards have been provided to protect the opera- prescription drugs. Shut off the equipment immediately if
tor from all moving and heat producing parts. Please do any malfunction occurs or appears imminent. Report any
not remove these Safety Guards any time the equipment unsafe equipment or condition promptly in order that cor-
is in operation. rection can be made as soon as possible.
This operator's manual includes information regarding the 4. When changing setup, performing maintenance work,
proper preventative maintenance procedures. When ever cleaning the equipment etc., it is imperative that the main
personnel are performing preventative maintenance proce- electrical power supply be disconnected to avoid acciden-
dures, be sure that all electrical power is disconnected tal operation and possible resultant injury. This is particular-
from the equipment, and that disconnects are locked in ly important in the event more than one person is involved
the off position. in such duties.
Operator Safety Instructions WARNING! NEVER OPERATE THE
All industrial equipment, including screen printing equip- Tacana D FLASH UNIT IF THE FLASH
ment, requires a combination of high electrical, pneumat- UNIT IS PLACED ON ITS' SIDE FOR
ic, hydraulic or mechanical power for operation. In addi- ANY REASON. IN THIS POSITION
tion, automatic screen printing equipment, by its nature, THE QUARTZ HEATING ELEMENT
exposes operators to parts and assemblies which operate FILAMENTS WILL COMPRESS DUE
at high speeds and contain numerous moving parts. As TO GRAVITY AND WILL ARC
WARNING! RESULTING IN PREMATURE FAIL-
with all complex industrial equipment, care should be
exercised to carefully observe proper operating proce- URE OF THE ELEMENT FILAMENT.
dures and safety precautions. ALWAYS OPERATE THE Tacana D
FLASH WITH THE QUARTZ HEATING
Although every effort has been made to design and con- ELEMENTS IN THE HORIZONTAL
struct safe, dependable equipment, it is impossible to fore- (NORMAL OPERATING POSITION)
see all circumstances under which this equipment may be POSITION. (See Below)
utilized, or to anticipate all possible combinations of factors
which may cause a hazardous condition or situation.
Compressed Filament
It is therefore imperative that the equipment operator, as
well as all other personnel engaged in any phase of the set-
up, operation or preventative maintenance of this equip-
ment consider safety first an important part of their job.
The following general safety considerations are offered
as an aid to users of M&R to assist them in becoming
safety conscience.
Glen Ellyn, Illinois 3
Specifications Tacana D Flash Curing Unit
Model No. Size Voltage Phase Amperage
QE4550/220 18" x 20" 208 3 30 amps
QE4550/220 18" x 20" 240 3 34 amps
QE4550/380 18" x 20" 380 3 18 amps
QE5070/380 18" x 20" 415 3 20 amps
QE5070/220 20" x 28" 208 3 39 amps
QE5070/220 20" x 28" 240 3 45 amps
QE5070/380 20" x 28" 380 3 24 amps
QE5070/380 20" x 28" 415 3 26 amps
The electrical specifications indicated are based on mathematical calculations which
assume ideal conditions exist for electrical supply line values, material used in the instal-
lation of electrical service and site preparation. Although every effort has been made to
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IMPORTANT!
provide accurate electrical specifications, M&R does not assume any liability for dam-
ages, whether consequential or incidental, that may result from the use of the indicat-
ed electrical specifications. M&R encourages the use of a licensed Electrician for the
installation of electrical service to this equipment. The equipment when installed must
be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70- Latest Edition.
M&R reserves the right to alter specifications in the manufacture of its products.
4 Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Tacana D Flash Curing Unit Installation Instructions
The Tacana D Flash unit is shipped in one carton, ready for Swing the front screen frame holder assembly back down
installation. Carefully uncrate the Tacana D Flash unit and into normal position and lock it in place using the clamp
examine it for any signs of damage which may have occurred lock handle.
in transit. M&R is not responsible for any damage which
occurs in transit. Should you discover any damage to the unit
after delivery to you, contact the freight forwarder immediate-
ly to file a damaged goods claim. Additionally, contact M&R's
Customer Service Department at 1-630-858-6101 so that
replacement parts, if required, may be identified and ordered.
The carton contains the following items, Tacana D Flash unit,
one carton which contains the quartz heating elements, and
one carton which contains the signal cable and required
assembly hardware. If the Tacana D Flash unit is to be
installed on an M&R press which is not pre-wired for integra-
tion with the presses programmable logic controller (PLC)
control system, then an additional carton will be enclosed
which contains the remote control box, floor stand with sen-
sor assembly and associated communication cables. QUARTZ HEATING ELEMENT INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION NOTE: The quartz lamp envelope
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Determine in which print station the unit is to be installed. In (glass tube) must always be clean of
most print applications, this will be the number two print sta- any dirt, oils or other contaminants
tion, however, the Tacana D Flash cure unit may be installed which will lead to reduced curing effi-
in any print station. Disengage the front screen frame holder ciency. Always handle heating ele-
assembly and swing it up into the locked position. ments while wearing lint-less gloves.
Lint-less gloves will prevent the natural
IMPORTANT! oils present on your hands from conta-
minating the quartz envelope. Before installation and oper-
ation, lightly wipe the quartz envelope surface with a lint-
less cloth dampened in Isopropyl Alcohol to remove dirt,
oils and contaminants.
SPRING LOADED CONNECTOR TYPE ELEMENTS
Your Tacana D Flash unit uses the spring loaded lamp con-
nection type of heating element. The following information
will explain how to correctly install these type of quartz
heating elements.
1. While wearing lint-less gloves, gently grasp the heating ele-
ment at both ends at the electrical connector. Gently push
the female lamp contact onto the spring loaded male contact.
The Tacana D Flash unit is designed to install directly into
the print station screen frame holder assembly. The front of
the unit is identified by the signal cable plug socket and
electrical power cord assembly, and is installed in the print
station facing the outside diameter of the press.
Reflector mounted Male pin contact.
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Installation Instructions Tacana D Flash Curing Unit
2. You will note that the heating element has a Female In the case of the PLC signal method, you need only install
electrical connection at both ends. This connector is the signal cable from the plug marked "PLC/Sensor
designed to fit over the corresponding Male connector Signal" on the Tacana D Flash unit, to the plug socket locat-
located in the heating element mounting socket located on ed on the presses lower electrical enclosure provided for
the reflector assembly. this purpose. Make sure the digital controller is set for PLC
control.
You will note that there are four plug sockets located on the
press. Plug the signal cable into the first plug socket on the
Position one end of the heating element over the spring left. The remaining plugs are provided for installation of
loaded male pin connector on the reflector assembly and future units.
carefully push the Female electrical connector onto the
male pin connector. Compression of the spring loaded male
fixture will require only light (1-2 pounds) pressure to prop-
erly position the heating element.
3. Now, bring the opposite end of the heating element into
contact with the male pin contact on the other side of the
reflector assembly, and allow the spring loaded pressure from
the opposite contact to hold the heating element in position.
4. Install the remaining quartz heating elements as
described above in steps 1 through 3.
To prevent damage to the quartz
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heating elements, turn flash unit on
only in the horizontal position.
SIGNAL CABLE INSTALLATION (Using
Remote Sensor)
IMPORTANT! When used in conjunction with an M&R
press which does not include the pre-
wired plug sockets located on the press-
SIGNAL CABLE INSTALLATION (PLC CONTROLLED es lower electrical enclosure, the Tacana
MODELS) D Flash unit is operated and controlled
The Tacana D Flash unit is designed to receive operational through the use of a remote sensor
signals from either the on-board PLC internal to your M&R assembly.
press control system, or from an independent remote sen-
sor located under the index table assembly. The remote sensor is located under the
index table assembly and is connected
via a communication cable to the Tacana
D Flash unit using the same plug used for
a programmable logic controller (PLC)
installation, described previously.
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Tacana D Flash Curing Unit Installation Instructions
The remotely located sensor mounted to a floor stand
assembly is utilized to supply the trigger on signal to the
Tacana D Flash unit in this type of installation. PV
The following information explains how to configure this
type system.
SV
1. Locate the sensor and floor stand assembly, and posi-
tion the floor stand and sensor underneath the index table F2 F4
pallet at the print station just before the print station where SEL
the Tacana D Flash unit is located. The sensor should be
F1 F3
adjusted to read the lower pallet support arm just as it starts
ENT
to make its index cycle.
2. Connect the communication cable from the sensor floor
stand assembly to the plug on the side of the Tacana D
Flash unit. WARNING! The M&R Tacana D Flash
incorporates a Mercury switch to allow
operation of the quartz heating ele-
ments in the horizontal position only.
Excessive vibration or mechanical
shock to the flash unit will activate the
Mercury switch resulting in shut down
WARNING! of the flash unit. Avoid exposing the
Tacana D Flash to unnecessary vibra-
tion or mechanical shock during opera-
tion.
3. Press the F4 key on the Digital controller to select
the operation mode, PLC mode or Proximity mode. IMPORTANT! This equipment uses a
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When the "PLC" mode is selected, the Tacana Flash switch which contains Mercury. Should
will receive its start signal from your presses on-board replacement of the switch become nec-
PLC (programmable logic controller). When "PrX" essary, dispose of the Mercury Switch
as hazardous waste. DO NOT PLACE
mode is selected, the Tacana Flash "D" will receive its
IN THE TRASH!
start signal from the floor stand mounted proximity
switch located beneath the carousel pallet support IMPORTANT!
arms.
Press the F4 key once. The control will display
"ModE" on the upper line, and either "PrX" or "PLC"
on the lower line depending on which mode is cur-
rently selected. To change the mode from "PrX" to
"PLC", simply press the "Arrow UP" key to toggle
between the two operation modes. The "PrX" mode
should be selected when the Tacana Flash is config-
ured to receive its cycle "On" signal from the optional
proximity switch with stand located on the floor
beneath the indexer carousel arms. "PLC" should be
selected when the control is to receive its input signal
from your presses on-board PLC unit. (See illustration
top right)
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Installation Instructions Tacana D Flash Curing Unit
NOTE: The quartz lamp envelope must 5. Using a lint-less cloth dampened with Isopropyl Alcohol,
always be clean of any dirt, oils or other lightly wipe the surface of the replacement lamp to remove
contaminants which will lead to any dirt or contamination which may reduce lamp efficiency.
reduced lamp efficiency. Always handle
lamps while wearing lint-less gloves.
Female connector
Before and after installation, lightly
OPERATING wipe the lamp surface with a lint-less
TIP cloth dampened with Isopropyl Alcohol
to remove any natural oils or contami-
nants which result from handling the
lamp with bare hands.
1. Disconnect electrical power from the Tacana D Flash unit.
2. Remove the old lamp/lamps by grasping the lamp con-
nection at each end of the lamp. Gently move/push the 6. Position the female connector on one end of the lamp with
lamp either to the right or to the left to compress the spring the spring loaded male connector on the reflector assembly,
loaded female fixture in the reflector assembly. and lightly push the lamp onto the connector. Now, position
Compression of the spring loaded male fixture will require the other end of the lamp so that the female contact aligns
only light (1-2 pounds) pressure to dis-engage the lamp. with the male contact in the reflector assembly, and gently
move the lamp onto the contact. The spring loaded contacts
will now hold the lamp in place. Check to be sure the lamp
is secure in the connector. If the lamp is loose, check the
Reflector mounted Male pin contact. connectors on both the lamp and the reflector to be sure
they are not loose in their mounting or damaged.
WARNING! NEVER OPERATE THE
Tacana D FLASH UNIT IF THE FLASH
UNIT IS PLACED ON ITS' SIDE FOR
ANY REASON. IN THIS POSITION
THE QUARTZ HEATING ELEMENT
FILAMENTS WILL COMPRESS DUE
TO GRAVITY AND WILL ARC
WARNING! RESULTING IN PREMATURE FAIL-
URE OF THE ELEMENT FILAMENT.
ALWAYS OPERATE THE Tacana D
Slightly lower the lamp 2-3 inches, and disengage the lamp FLASH WITH THE QUARTZ HEATING
from the opposite male fixture to completely remove the ELEMENTS IN THE HORIZONTAL
lamp from the reflector assembly. (NORMAL OPERATING POSITION)
POSITION.
3. Using a lint-less cloth dampened in Isopropyl Alcohol,
gently wipe the reflector surface to remove any dirt or con-
tamination which may reduce reflector efficiency.
4. Check the replacement lamp to be sure it is properly
seated. If either end of the lamp is loose when the lamp is
installed into the reflector connections, the lamp may create
an electrical arc during operation destroying the connector
and lamp. You will note that the contact at each end of the
lamp has a small metal female contact in the center of the
connector. This metal contact is designed to mate with the
spring loaded male contact fixed in the connector on the
reflector assembly.
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Tacana D Flash Curing Unit Controls and Adjustments
CONTROL PANEL tion and this will disconnect power from the lamps, regard-
The Tacana D Flash features a user-friendly control panel less of how much time remains in the pre-heat countdown.
providing all operational parameters. After holding the toggle switch in "Preheat", the spring
loaded toggle switch will automatically return to the "Work"
position upon release.
Work -
When the switch is in the "Work" position the Tacana D is
ready to operate in either the PLC (unit receives start signal
from the presses PLC) or the Prox (unit receives start signal
from proximity switch) mode.
OFF -
When this toggle switch is in the "OFF" position, the Tacana
D quartz flash unit will not operate in either the PLC or the
Prox mode.
Some models of M&R automatic textile presses include a
pre-heat function which is accessible on the presses oper-
ator interface control panel. When the M&R Tacana D is
selected for operation using the presses PLC for control, the
pre-heat function on the press may be used in place of the
pre-heat toggle switch on the Tacana's control panel.
WARNING! Be sure that none of the
pallets, or pallets with garments are
positioned under the Tacana D Flash
unit for an excessive time while the
unit is on, as the extreme heat can
cause damage to pallets, garments
Power On/Off Toggle Switch and/or possible fire.
Located in the lower left corner of the control panel, is the WARNING!
two position on/off toggle switch. To supply electrical power
to the Tacana D Flash unit, place the toggle switch in the on WARNING! The M&R Tacana D Flash
position. When the toggle switch is in the off position, the incorporates a Mercury switch to allow
Tacana D Flash unit will not operate. operation of the quartz heating ele-
ments in the horizontal position only.
Upon initial power up of the unit, an audible alarm will sound Excessive vibration or mechanical
to confirm that the unit is activated. Pressing the Reset push shock to the flash unit will activate the
button will silence the alarm. Mercury switch resulting in shut down
WARNING! of the flash unit. Avoid exposing the
Reset Push Button Switch Tacana D Flash to unnecessary vibra-
Press this push button switch when the unit is initially tion or mechanical shock during opera-
turned on. This serves to "reset" the control system, allow- tion.
ing operation of the unit.
IMPORTANT! This equipment uses a
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Pre-Heat On, Work, Manual On Toggle Switch - switch which contains Mercury. Should
This three position toggle switch is used to preheat the replacement of the switch become nec-
quartz heater elements when the Tacana D Flash unit is ini- essary, dispose of the Mercury Switch
tially turned on. as hazardous waste. DO NOT PLACE
IN THE TRASH!
Pre-heat -
Upon initial operation, move the spring loaded toggle switch
IMPORTANT!
to "Preheat" position. This will activate the quartz lamps for
the time as set on the digital controller. During the pre-heat
time the operator may place the switch in the "OFF" posi-
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NOTES:
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Tacana D Flash Curing Unit Controls and Adjustments
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION OF TACANA FLASH F2 is used to set the flash time. The flash time may be set
DIGITAL CONTROL UNIT (Patent Pending) for a maximum of 10 seconds, or for a minimum of 0.5 sec-
Your M&R Tacana D Flash Cure Unit features a simple to onds. The display on the lower line is the current flash time.
use alpha/numeric digital control unit which is used to con- To increase the flash time, press the "Arrow Up" key. To
trol flash time, quartz heating element section use and decrease the flash time, press the "Arrow Down" key. (See
power output. Using the control to adjust these parameters illustration below)
is straight forward and easy.
Power Up -
Supply electrical power to the equipment. The control will PV
display "tCn-d" on top line and "FLASh" on lower line. You
will also hear the alarm signal sound. (See illustration below)
Next, place the "Power On" toggle switch in the "On" posi-
tion. The control will display "PrESS" on top line and SV
"rESET" on the lower line.
F2 F4
SEL
PV F1 F3
ENT
SV
F3 is used to select individual, or all three lamp sections for
F2 F4
operation. The quartz heating elements are arranged in
SEL three sections, OUTSIDE, CENTER and INSIDE. To select
the sections you wish to operate, press the F3 key. The con-
F1 F3 trol will display "SECt" on the top line, and O C I on the
ENT lower line. When O C I is displayed it indicates that all three
(Outside, Center and Inside) sections are operating. To
select only the Outside section press the F3 key until the O
begins to flash. Now press the "Arrow Up" key one time.
F1 is used to select the power output setting for the quartz The O will change to a dash "-" indicating that the Outside
heating elements. The range of power may be set from a section is now inoperative. The control will now display - C
minimum of 1% to a maximum of 100%. To set the power I. To change the Center section, press the F3 key twice until
output, press the F4 key. The control will display "POWER" the C flashes. The press the "Arrow Up" key to change the
on the top line and the current power output setting on the indication to a dash "-". Using the F3 control key you may
lower line. To increase the power output setting press the select any combination of sections for operation as curing
"Arrow Up" key. To decrease the power output setting, requirements may dictate. (See illustration below)
press the "Arrow Down" key. (See illustration below)
PV
PV
SV
SV
F2 F4
F2 F4 SEL
SEL
F1 F3
F1 F3 ENT
ENT
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The F4 key is used to select the mode of operation for the To adjust the control to operate on 50 Hz. electrical power,
Tacana D flash, PLC mode or Proximity mode. When the press the F4 key until the word "PASS" is displayed on the
"PLC" mode is selected, the Tacana Flash will receive its top line. Now press the "Arrow Down" key until the number
start signal from your presses on-board PLC (programma- "1969" is displayed on the lower line. After 2 or 3 seconds
ble logic controller). When "PrX" mode is selected, the the "Setup" mode is displayed. Now press the F2 key. The
Tacana D flash will receive its start signal from the floor control will display 50-60 on the upper line and the current-
stand mounted proximity switch located beneath the ly selected electrical frequency (50 or 60) on the lower line.
carousel pallet support arms. (See illustration below) To change the current frequency setting press the "Arrow
Down" key. See illustration below.
PV
PV
SV
SV
F2 F4
SEL F2 F4
F1 F3 SEL
ENT F1 F3
ENT
Press the F4 key once. The control will display "ModE" on
the upper line, and either "PrX" or "PLC" on the lower line, To exit the "Setup" menu, simply press the "ENT" key, or
depending on which mode is currently selected. To change wait 10 seconds and the control will exit the "Setup" menu
the mode from "PrX" to "PLC", simply press the "Arrow automatically itself.
UP" key to toggle between the two operation modes. The
"PrX" mode should be selected when the Tacana Flash is
configured to receive its cycle "On" signal from the option-
al proximity switch with stand located on the floor beneath
the indexer carousel arms. "PLC" should be selected when
the control is to receive its input signal from your presses
on-board PLC unit.
It is important to remember that you must set the flash time
on the digital controller for the maximum of 10 seconds
when operating in the PLC mode.
This is to prevent a conflict between the Tacana flash time
and the flash time as set on the presses MTA keypad. For
example, if you select a flash time on the presses MTA of 5
seconds and the Tacana D flash time is set to 2 seconds,
the Tacana "D's" 2 second flash time will over ride the
presses 5 second flash time and the garment will receive
only 2 seconds of flash exposure time.
By setting the Tacana's" flash time to the full 10 seconds,
the presses MTA flash time cannot be over riden by the
Tacana D flash time and the desired flash time as set on the
presses MTA will be used.
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Tacana D Flash Curing Unit Preventative Maintenance Procedures
The benefits of a regularly scheduled preventive mainte- EVERY SIX MONTHS
nance program can never be over-estimated. Equipment ESM1. Clean reflector surface with Isopropyl Alcohol.
which is properly maintained operates more efficiently,
extends service life and reduces operating costs. A proper- ESM2. Clean quartz tubes using Isopropyl Alcohol. Do not
ly managed preventive maintenance program will minimize touch quartz tubes with your bare hands. Wear lint-less
downtime and its attendant costs before they occur, allow- gloves whenever handling quartz tubes as the natural oils
ing you to be your most productive. present on your hands can leave stains on the quartz sur-
face which will burn into the quartz surface, decreasing ele-
Important factors to be considered when planning a pre- ment efficiency.
ventive maintenance program include the proper selection,
handling and application of lubricants, spare replacement ESM3. Clean away any dirt or lint which may have accu-
parts and the general cleaning and appearance of the mulated in the air jet plenum above the quartz element
equipment. Equally important is the creation of a preventive reflector assembly.
maintenance history for each piece of equipment in your
shop. Documentation of preventive maintenance proce-
dures performed on your equipment can prove invaluable WARNING! NEVER OPERATE THE
for future reference. Tacana D FLASH UNIT IF THE FLASH
UNIT IS PLACED ON ITS' SIDE FOR
The following information is provided for the preventive ANY REASON. IN THIS POSITION
maintenance of your new Tacana D Flash. THE QUARTZ HEATING ELEMENT
FILAMENTS WILL COMPRESS DUE
DAILY TO GRAVITY AND WILL ARC
D1. Remove any dirt or spray tac which may have accumu- WARNING! RESULTING IN PREMATURE FAIL-
lated on the surface of the Tacana D Flash unit. URE OF THE ELEMENT FILAMENT.
ALWAYS OPERATE THE Tacana D
D2. Check and clean as needed the filter elements located FLASH WITH THE QUARTZ HEATING
on the top of the Tacana D Flash chassis. ELEMENTS IN THE HORIZONTAL
(NORMAL OPERATING POSITION)
POSITION. (See illustration below)
Compressed Filament
D3. Check the operation of the Quartz Heating elements.
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Troubleshooting Procedures Tacana D Flash Curing Unit
The following information is provided as a guide for troubleshooting in the event a problem may occur during the operation
of your Tacana D Flash. Should you have any questions regarding the operation or preventive maintenance procedures for
this equipment, we strongly encourage you to contact our equipment service department at 1-630-858-6101 during normal
business hours, or our 24-hour emergency service hotline at 1-630-462-4715 in the evening, weekends or holidays.
It is further recommended that persons using this troubleshooting guide have a working knowledge of electrical power and
control systems, and in addition are thoroughly familiar with the operation and adjustment of the components and control
devices used on this equipment before attempting to replace or adjust components of this equipment.
IMPORTANT! Experience has shown that many problems can be operator induced. It is important to check that the main
electrical power lines to the equipment are on, and that the manual power "ON/OFF" switch is on.
PROBLEM A: Indexer operates, however quartz flash does not operate.
SOLUTION
The digital control may be incorrectly set. Check the digital control and select either PLC or PrX operation mode. When
the Tacana D Flash unit is operating, the digital control must be set for either "PLC" or "PrX" operation mode.
PROBLEM B: The Tacana D Flash unit is operating, however you notice that the first two or three garments are not
curing properly.
SOLUTION
1. The pre-heat time must be increased to allow the heating elements sufficient time to come up to operating temperature.
When first starting production, or when ever the quartz flash unit has been inoperative for 10 minutes or more, an increased
pre-heat time interval is required to bring the heating elements up to proper operating temperature. The pre-heat function
is an important part of the overall control and performance of the quartz heating elements. See page 9 of this manual for
more information on the use of the pre-heat function.
2. On systems using multiple Tacana D Flash units, one of the communication cables between units may be disconnected. In
multiple units installations, check to be sure that the communication cable between quartz flash units is properly connected.
PROBLEM C: The Tacana D Flash unit operates, however you notice that garments exhibit an uneven cure across the
printed image.
SOLUTION
1. The quartz heating element assembly is not parallel to the printing pallets. In order to achieve optimum curing results,
the quartz flash heating elements must be parallel to the printing pallet/garment surface. The ideal dimension is 1-3/8" to
1-5/8", depending on the presses off-contact setting, from the surface of the heating element to the surface of the printing
pallet.
2. The quartz heating element assembly reflector is dirty. Clean the reflector assembly using a lint-less cloth dampened
in Isopropyl Alcohol. Residues from spray tac, or inks as they cure on the garment can produce airborne compounds which
will dull the reflector assembly decreasing cure efficiency. When this happens, some areas of the printed image will exhib-
it incomplete cure of the ink film.
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Tacana D Flash Curing Unit Troubleshooting Procedures
PROBLEM D: The Tacana D Flash unit operates, however you notice that some garments are showing signs of scorch-
ing.
SOLUTION
1. The control box cooling fan filters are clogged restricting air flow through the electrical enclosure and across the heat-
ing element reflector assembly. Clean or replace cooling fan filters as required in Preventive Maintenance Schedule.
Clogged cooling fan filters restrict air circulation in both the electrical enclosure and at the heating element assembly cre-
ating hot spots which can result in scorched garments.
2. The squirrel cage blower fans are clogged reducing air circulation across the quartz heating element assembly. Check
and clean the squirrel cage blower fans as required in the Preventive Maintenance section of this manual. Clogged squir-
rel cage blowers will reduce the volume of circulated air in the system, resulting in hot spots in the heating element reflec-
tor assembly. This will result is scorching of garments.
3. Using the digita