GB

IR.20-150
MANUAL
EGG COUNTING SYSTEM
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FANCOM B.V. Limited Warranty Statement

Fancom expressly warrants, except as noted below, that it will repair any defects in material and
workmanship in its products or replace such defective product for a period of one (1) year from date of
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implied, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, whether arising
from statute, common law, custom or otherwise. Fancom shall not be liable for any special, consequential or
incidental damages resulting from the use of any of the products or caused by any defect, failure or
malfunction, whether a claim for such damage is based upon warranty, contract, negligence or otherwise,
and in no event shall Fancom be liable for any damages in excess of the amount paid for the products. In the
event that any of the products sold hereunder do not conform to the term of the above Limited warranty, the
purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be limited to either (1) return of the goods and repayment of the
purchase price or (2) repair or replacement of non-conforming goods or parts, at Fancom’s option. Any action
for breach of the above limited Warranty must be commenced within one (1) year from the date of the
breach. Fancom is not bound by representations, warranties or promises made by others beyond the terms of
the Limited Warranty.

WARNING: Independent alarm installation

Like all mechanical and electronic devices, the Fancom Control Unit may fail. Thus, when the Fancom
Control Unit is controlling the environment for confined livestock, it is highly recommended by Fancom that
an independent alarm system be installed. The Fancom Control Unit does provide a connection port
designated for either make or break contact for the sounding of an alarm condition ( please refer to
installation guide for location ). Failure to comply with the above warning may result in loss of product and/or
profits, for which Fancom is not responsible or liable.

Always keep this manual by your egg counter

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Copyright  2010 Fancom B.V.

Panningen, the Netherlands

MODIFICATIONS RESERVED

Art. No. A5910632

GB120314
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EC-declaration of compliance
Manufacturer : Fancom B.V.
Address : Industrieterrein 34
City : Panningen (the Netherlands)

Hereby declares that the: IR.20, IR.30, IR.40, IR.50 … IR.150

Satisfies the conditions set out in:

1. The Low Voltage Guideline (Directive 2006/95/EC)
According EN-60335-01:2002
2. The EMC-Guideline (Directive 2004/108/EC),
Emission according NEN-EN 61000-6-3:2001
Immunity according NEN-EN 61000-6-2:2001

Panningen 14-03-2012

Chris van Erp Wout Hoolboom

Manager Technology Project Manager

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Table of contents
About this manual

1. Introduction .............................................................................................. 1
2. Technical specifications ........................................................................... 2
3. Safety instructions and warnings ............................................................. 3
4. Mounting .................................................................................................. 4
5. Electrical connection ................................................................................ 5
6. Working.................................................................................................... 6
7. Maintenance ............................................................................................ 7
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About this manual

This manual contains information about the installation and service of the
egg counter. Read this manual carefully and follow all safety instructions.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Fancom. The
subjects discussed in this manual are listed in the table of contents.

The following symbols are used in this manual:

Suggestions, advice and notes with additional information.

Caution
The product could be damaged, if the procedures are not followed
carefully.

Caution
Life threatening situation, if the procedures are not followed carefully.
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1. Introduction
The egg counting systems have been specially developed for egg counting.
The eggs are placed on a conveyor belt and pass underneath the egg
counter.

Infrared technology is used to count the eggs. The advantage of this

technique is that the eggs are not touched. Damages, soiling and blockages
are prevented.

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2. Technical specifications

Power supply
Supply voltage 24Vdc
Power consumption IR.20 40mA
IR.30 60mA
IR.40 80mA
IR.50 100mA
… (step - 20mA) …
IR.150 300mA

Output NPN open collector

1 egg/pulse 15ms duty cycle
10 eggs/pulse 150ms duty cycle
12 eggs/pulse 150ms duty cycle

Housing
Plastic housing, protection class IP54
Dimensions (l×w×h) IR.20 230×50×31mm/ 9.00×1.96×1.22ins
IR.30 330×50×31mm/12.90×1.96×1.22ins
IR.40 430×50×31mm/16.90×1.96×1.22ins
IR.50 530×50×31mm/20.80×1.96×1.22ins
… (step - 100mm / 3,9ins) …
IR.150 1530×50×31mm/60.23×1.96×1.22ins

Weight (unpacked) IR.20 450g/1.00lb

IR.30 600g/1.32lbs
IR.40 750g/1.54lbs
IR.50 900g/1.98lbs
… (step - 150g/0.33lbs) …
IR.150 2400g/5,28lbs

Ambient climate
Operating temperature range 0°C to +40°C/32 F to +104 F
Storage temperature range -10°C to +50°C/14 F to +122 F
Relative humidity <95%, uncondensed

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3. Safety instructions and warnings

Installation and trouble shooting must be carried out by an authorised
technician/installer, according to the prevailing standards.

Fancom takes no responsibility for any possible damage as a result of

incorrect installation and/or a non or partially functioning installation.

1. Read the safety instructions carefully before mounting and using the IR.20-
150.
2. After unpacking the IR.20-150, check for any possible transport damage.
Report any damage directly to the distributor. Never install a damaged
egg counter!

Disconnect power before installation!

If the product is modified or altered in any way, the right of guarantee

and support from Fancom is forfeited.

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4. Mounting
Observe the following points when mounting the egg counting system:

1. Mount the egg counter in an inclined position above the conveyor using
the bracket supplied (see Fig. 1). See bracket mounting drawing.
2. The sensor is at the bottom of the egg counter. Ensure the bracket
does not cover the sensor.
3. For an optimal count the eggs must be motionless on the belt. When
stopped, the belt should not back wind.
4. When mounted on a cross conveyor, the egg counter should be
positioned where the eggs cannot move (sideways). Moving eggs
could be registered more than once.
5. Intense light, namely sunlight and fluorescent light, can influence
accuracy. Place the egg counter out of direct (sun) light, or shield it
from light.
6. Mount the IR egg counter 2,5 cm above a large egg (no double-yolk).

0,85cm β
β = 9°
2,5cm

Fig. 1: Mounting the egg counter above the cross conveyor (side view).

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5. Electrical connection
Observe the following points when connecting the egg counting system:

1. Use low voltage cables for electrical connection of the egg counter
(max. length 100m).
2. Connect the egg counter according to the instructions in Fig. 2.
3. Mount the cables so that they cannot be damaged.
4. Ensure that cables can be easily replaced in the event of a
malfunction.
5. Separate high/low voltage cables by mounting them in separate cable
channels.
6. If metal cable channels are used ground them.
7. Seal all gland nuts to prevent the entry of moisture.

Caution!
Apply power only after all the cables have been connected correctly.

Observe the regulations of the local electricity company.

Limit the length of the signal cables as much as possible; avoid

crossing high/low voltage cables.

24Vdc
30mA

RD

BL

GN PULSE/10 or 12
PULSE/1
WH

RD = Red
BL = Black
GN = Green
WH = White

Fig. 2: Electrical connection egg counter (viewed from above)

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6. Working
The egg counter has been calibrated at the factory.
The IR.20-150 egg counter gives one pulse per egg or one pulse per
10 eggs.

LED indication

The IR.20-150 has several LEDs (the IR.20 has 2 leds; the IR.30 3 leds; the
IR.40 4 leds; the IR.50 5 leds until IR.150 15 leds). These leds indicate the
egg counter status (Fig. 3).

The red LEDs illuminate when the counter is ready to start counting.

Fig. 3: IR.60 egg counter with six LEDs (viewed from below)

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7. Maintenance
The egg counter normally requires a minimum of maintenance. The lens
usually remains dust free.

If the counter functions inaccurately, clean the lens.

Clean a dirty lens with an antistatic cloth or compressed air, preferably once
a month. If necessary, a non-aggressive glass cleaner can be used.

Caution!
When cleaning the poultry house, ensure running water or steam
does not damage the egg counters.

Always disconnect power before cleaning the poultry house to prevent

unnecessary registration.