OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

FINN-POWER
VS CONTROL
Version 2.1

Released 8/2002

Lillbacka Powerco Oy
P.O.B. 1
Keep this manual for future needs
FIN-62301 Härmä, Finland
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................... 0

INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................... 1

SCREENS OF NORMAL STATE ........................................................................................ 1

GENERAL OPERATING PRINCIPLES ............................................................................... 2

THE BASIC RULES REGARDING SWAGING: .................................................................................. 2
NORMAL STATE..................................................................................................................3
MAIN SCREEN................................................................................................................................... 3
THE SYMBOLS AND FUNCTIONS OF THE DISPLAYS................................................................................ 3
SOFTKEYS..................................................................................................................................................... 4
OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN ................................................................................................... 4
RECALL SCREEN.............................................................................................................................. 5
SOFTKEYS..................................................................................................................................................... 5
OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN ................................................................................................... 5
RESTORE THE FITTING TYPES´ BACKUP COPY........................................................................... 6
SOFTKEYS..................................................................................................................................................... 6
OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN ................................................................................................... 6
STORE SCREEN ............................................................................................................................... 7
SOFTKEYS..................................................................................................................................................... 7
OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN ................................................................................................... 7
MODE SCREEN................................................................................................................................. 8
SOFTKEYS..................................................................................................................................................... 8
OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN ................................................................................................... 8
SETUPS SCREEN ............................................................................................................................. 9
SOFTKEYS..................................................................................................................................................... 9
OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN ................................................................................................... 9
TOOL CHANGE SCREEN .............................................................................................................. 10
SOFTKEYS................................................................................................................................................... 10
OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN ................................................................................................. 10
SWAGING DELAY AND NUMBER OF SWAGINGS ................................................................... 11
SOFTKEY ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
THE SYMBOLS AND FUNCTIONS OF THE DISPLAYS.............................................................................. 11
PASSWORD OF MAINTENANCE AND MACHINE LOCKING....................................................... 11
FUNCTION LOCKING SCREEN....................................................................................................... 12
HOW TO LOCK FUNCTIONS? .................................................................................................................... 12
ALARM SCREEN ............................................................................................................................. 13
SOFTKEYS................................................................................................................................................... 13
ALARMS ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
INTRODUCTION
This manual familiarizes the reader with the features and operation of the Finn-Power Visual Swaging (VS)
control unit. Read the following instructions thoroughly prior to operating, installing or servicing the swaging
machine. Familiarity with the operation manual speeds up commissioning and effective utilization of the
equipment.
Finn-Power Visual Swaging (VS) is a digital control unit designed for swaging machines, utilizing modern
processor technology and the possibilities provided by graphic user interface.
FPVS is an intelligent control unit with a graphic display allowing the operator to control the swaging
machine and utilize several miscellaneous functions. The intelligent control unit also enables versatile fault
diagnostics during operation.

SCREENS OF NORMAL STATE

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GENERAL OPERATING PRINCIPLES
The graphic display with its different symbols and supplementary signals visualizes the control unit and
facilitates operating it. The following basic rules worth remembering apply to every screen of the control
unit:

• There are symbols, softkeys with symbols and displays adjustable from the selector shown on the
screen.

• The symbol above a display illustrates the function of the display that can be adjusted from the selector.

• The symbol in a softkey illustrates the function activated from the softkey in question.

• The partial shade close by a display or softkey is used as an indicator on the screen. The shading will
also be called a cursor in this manual.

• You can move on the screen by turning the selector, thus making the cursor move from one display to
another either clockwise or counterclockwise, depending on the turning direction.

• A display adjustable from the selector or a softkey is selected by pressing the button, ie by pressing
E (Enter) button when the display/softkey in question is partly shaded.

• When selected, the display adjustable from the selector is surrounded by a bold shaded outline. Then
the value on the selected display can be modified by turning the selector.

The basic rules regarding swaging:

• The swaging parameters of the control unit comprise swaging diameter, die set, correction, retraction
diameter and swage counter.

• Swaging diameter, correction and retraction diameter can be shown either in millimetres or inches on the
screen.

• The swaging parameters are treated as one data group in the control unit memory. The data group is
called a fitting type, because the parameters of one data group generally can be used for swaging
fittings of one size only.

• A data group, ie fitting type can be stored in the memory of the control unit and a name can be given to it
on the store screen.

• The stored fitting type can be recalled, ie retrieved from the control unit memory on the recall screen.

• It is possible to swage once or twice during one swaging cycle.

• A swaging delay can be set to keep the dies of the swager closed for a particular time after reaching the
swaging diameter.

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NORMAL STATE
Main screen
It is the main screen that always opens when the power is turned on.

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THE SYMBOLS AND FUNCTIONS OF THE DISPLAYS

ADJUSTABLE FROM THE SELECTOR

• Swaging diameter. The minimum adjustment equals to the minimum swaging diameter of
the smallest die set programmed. The maximum adjustment equals to the maximum
swaging diameter of the largest die set programmed. When the swaging diameter has been
changed and the new diameter is not accommodated in the recommended swaging range of
the die set in use, the control unit recommends another die set in the die set chart.

• Die set. Using this display you can scan the die set chart defined through calibration. If you
try to swage even though the die set used is not suitable for reaching the swaging diameter,
- - will be shown on the display. When the die set to be used is accepted by pressing
Enter, the retraction display is updated to a retraction corresponding the die size. NOTE!
See that the same type of die set is in use as shown on the display.

• Correction. Minimum - 1.00 mm. Maximum + 1.00 mm, by steps of 0.01 mm.

• Retraction diameter. The minimum adjustment equals to the swaging diameter + 3 mm.
The maximum adjustment equals to the minimum diameter of the selected die set + the
maximum retraction defined in the machine data, typical of each machine type.

• Swage counter. The counter counts from the set value onwards every time the swaging
diameter has been reached. Counter range is 0 - 9999. Counting from 0 up to 9999.

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SOFTKEYS

Recall of fitting type.

Storing of fitting type.

Change of operating mode.

The symbol in the softkey varies according to the operating mode used.

Setups (Jump to the next window).

OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN

mm Unit of measure used (mm or inch).

Pressure switch off / on.

(If the pressure switch has been mounted on the machine).

Swaging delay off / on.

The swaging delay is not on in manual mode.

LIITIN 1 Fitting type used.

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Recall screen

The recall screen is entered by pressing on the main screen.

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• In case there are fitting types stored in the memory of the control unit, they are ready to be
scanned and recalled when you enter this screen. You can select a fitting type by turning the
selector and placing the cursor outline on the desired type. Recall the fitting type by pressing
E button.
• If you don't want to recall a fitting type, place the shaded outline in the blank line at the top of
the first recall screen and press E.

SOFTKEYS
Return to main screen.

Recall of fitting type. By pressing this softkey you can scan and
recall fitting types in the same way as when entering the recall
screen.

Deletion of fitting type. Select the fitting type to be deleted by

recalling the fitting type in question. After that, press the deletion key
once. The shaded outline round the deletion key starts blinking. In
case you really want to delete the fitting type from the memory,
repress the deletion key. Deletion is cancelled if you exit from the
recall screen or reselect the recall of fitting type before the second
press on the deletion key.

Transfer to Restore fitting types' backup copy, see next page. (Used
if the storage protection battery does not work. Call a serviceman to
change the battery).

OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN

Data from the left to the right: Fitting type, swaging diameter, die set, correction and retraction diameter.

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Restore the fitting types´ backup copy
This screen is entered by pressing on the recall screen.

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Restore of the backup copy of the fitting types that have been stored on the store screen
and backed up in the Flash memory.

SOFTKEYS

Return to main screen

Restore the fitting types´backup copy from the Flash memory. Press
the softkey ”Restore of backup copy”. The fitting types backed up
appear on the screen. Now you can scan the fitting types and select
one of them to appear on the main screen, ie to be activated, by
pressing E .
The shaded outline round the restore softkey starts blinking. If you
really want to restore the backup copy from the memory, repress the
Enter button.
Restoring is cancelled if you exit from the screen before the second
press on Enter
NOTE! If you restore a backup copy, it automatically replaces the
fitting types that were being used!

OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN

Data at the top of the screen from the left to the right: Fitting type, swaging diameter, die set, correction and
retraction diameter.

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Store screen

The store screen is entered by pressing on the main screen.

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• If such a fitting type is in use that has been stored in the memory of the control unit earlier,
the control unit suggests the stored name for the fitting type.
• It is possible to rename a fitting type. Max length of the name is 15 characters.
In this context the characters can be both numeral and alphabetic.
• The following characters can be used: (-), ( ), (0), (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (8), (9), (A),
(B), (C), (D), (E), (F), (G), (H), (I), (J), (K), (L), (M), (N), (O), (P), (Q), (R), (S), (T), (U), (V),
(W), (X), (Y), (Z).
• There are 15 small displays on the screen, in which any of the characters available can be
selected by turning the selector.
• 200 different fitting types can be stored in the memory of the control unit.
• The fitting types are normally in alphabetic order, numerals first, but they can be put in
another order by changing the number on the small display below the fitting type.
• On this screen you can modify only the name given to a fitting type and the fitting types´
order, the swaging parameters are modified on the main screen.

SOFTKEYS
Return to main screen.

Storing of fitting type. When a fitting type is stored in the memory, it

always becomes a new type irrespective of whether its name has been
changed or not. A backup copy of the fitting type is also stored in the
Flash memory.

OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN

Data from the left to the right: Fitting type, swaging diameter, die set, correction and retraction diameter.

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Mode screen

The mode screen is entered by pressing the mode softkey on the main screen.

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• On the main screen the symbol in the mode softkey depends on the mode used.
• Although the mode screen is based on the main screen, the main screen data, e.g. the
swaging diameter, cannot be modified on the mode screen.
• You can return to the main screen from the mode screen by selecting one of the operating
modes.
• In automatic modes it is possible to use swaging delay and double swaging functions. They
are not included in the manual mode.
• Generally, manual mode is on when the machine is started, but after one of the modes has
been locked, the control stores it up.

SOFTKEYS
Manual mode. Swaging and retraction by pressing the manual
buttons of the control unit.

Automatic mode. Start of swaging-retraction cycle from the

automatic softkey.

Automatic mode. Start of swaging-retraction cycle from the

automatic stop device.

Automatic mode. Start of swaging-retraction cycle from the foot

pedal.

Tool change mode.

OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN

The swaging parameters used are shown on the mode screen but they cannot be modified.

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Setups screen
The setups screen is entered by pressing on the main screen.

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Although the setups screen is based on the main screen, the main screen data, e.g. the
swaging diameter, cannot be modified on the setups screen.

SOFTKEYS

Return to main screen.

Choice between single and double swaging and setting of swaging

delay in automatic mode.

Pressure switch on/off.

(If the pressure switch has been mounted on the machine).

Unit of measure used (mm / inch).

Transfer to calibration and machine locking state.

OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN

The swaging parameters used are shown on the screen.

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Tool change screen
This screen is entered by pressing on the mode screen.

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• The symbol for retraction is blinking on the screen when you enter it.

• The control unit guides the operator during the whole tool change.

• If the operator turns off the power before tool change is completed or if there is a power
failure, the control unit continues the tool change after restart from the state preceding the
power failure.

SOFTKEYS

Return to main screen, tool change is interrupted.

Die set to be
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OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN

• The control unit guides the operator to change the tool by blinking the following symbols in
the following order:

Close the dies.

Insert the pins of the quick change tool into the die set. Open the dies
to the retraction set through calibration.

Change the die set. Close the dies.

Remove the quick change tool. Open the dies to the retraction.

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Swaging delay and number of swagings

This screen is entered by pressing on the setups screen.

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SOFTKEY
Return to main screen, the set values remain valid .

THE SYMBOLS AND FUNCTIONS OF THE DISPLAYS

ADJUSTABLE FROM THE SELECTOR
The swaging delay in automatic mode is set to last 0.00 - 5.00
seconds. In case the delay exceeds 0.00 s, the swaging delay symbol is
shown on the main screen during automatic mode. The swaging delay
occurs after the swaging diameter has been reached but before the
retraction movement.

Number of swagings 1 or 2 in automatic mode.

Password of maintenance and machine locking

This screen is entered by pressing on the setups screen .

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 Function locking.

Maintenance

Set a three-figure password and accept it by pressing or , and you

will access into the function locking or maintenance state.

Function locking screen

The function locking screen is entered by pressing on the setups screen. After setting the right

password and pressing , the function locking is activated.

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The function is unlocked unless there is the symbol shown on the display or softkey
concerned.
Acknowledgement of password and modifications.

Cancellation of modifications and/or return to main screen.

HOW TO LOCK FUNCTIONS?

• Before locking functions, set the displays/softkeys to the desired state on the main screen.
• Select the display/softkey that you are going to lock and press Enter. The locking symbol shows that the
function is ready to be locked. By pressing Enter again you can cancel the locking.
• After selecting and activating all desired displays/softkeys, it is possible to alter the password, too. The
selected functions are locked when you press Ok and return to the main screen. Note! To be able to
open or alter the locked functions, you have to remember the set password.
• Notice that although you have locked die set and retraction displays, the control unit is still able to alter
the parameters automatically when the swaging diameter varies or if the fitting types are recalled from
the memory.
• If you lock the mode softkey, the die set display is being locked at the same time.

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Alarm screen

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• The alarm screen warns the operator of an error or fault possibly occurred in the control unit.

• All alarms of the control unit are described on this single screen.

• Each alarm can either be admitted or prevented in the maintenance mode. Only alarms
admitted in the maintenance mode can appear as alarms.

• The alarms have been separated into the following columns: Output, Flash, TCalib and Ram
alarms.

• Different alarms are described as error codes in the columns.

• An alarm is indicated by "Error" text on the right side of the error code on the alarm screen.

SOFTKEYS

Alarms are acknowledged with the Ok softkey. The possible fault that
caused the alarm does not disappear from the control unit.

Return to main screen. At the top of the main screen, in the middle, there
are three exclamation marks shown to remind you of the acknowledged
alarms.

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ALARMS

OUTPUT 1 - 8.

Short circuit, overload or no connection from output.

1 = die closing.

2 = die retraction.

3 = free low.

4 - 8 are available.

FLASH

1. Reading fitting types from flash. Fitting types cannot be restored from the flash memory.

2. Storing fitting types to flash. Fitting types were not stored in the flash memory.

3. Backup to flash. Backup copying didn't succeed.

4. Restore from flash. Restore of backup copy didn't succeed.

TCALIB

1. Error in temperature calibration. The correct swaging diameter may not be reached. Check that the
sliding potentiometer is connected to the control unit.

RAM

1. Checksum of the fitting type chart.

2. Checksum of the machine chart.

3. Checksum of die set chart 1.

4. Checksum of die set chart 2.

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