Manual Servicio T-Ace II+

SERVICE MANUAL
September 2007
Terumo Europe N.V. T-ACE II+ Service manual version 1.0
CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................ 3
2. SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS ........................................................................ 3

3. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................. 4
4. SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES ........................................................... 5
4.1. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................. 5
4.2. ACCESSORIES...................................................................................... 5
5. PROCEDURE FOR USE ................................................................................... 6
5.1. GETTING STARTED ............................................................................... 6
5.2. CONFIGURATION T-ACE II NETWORK ...................................................... 7
5.3. SYSTEM SET-UP ................................................................................... 8
5.4. START OPERATION ............................................................................... 9
5.5. WORKING WITH AN AIR COMPRESSOR .................................................. 11
5.6. WORKING WITH COMPUTER CONNECTION ............................................. 12
5.7. CALIBRATION OF THE SCALES.............................................................. 14
6. SERVICING MENU....................................................................................... 17
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 22
8. ASSEMBLIES/PARTS................................................................................... 24
8.1. AIR PRESSURE REGULATOR ................................................................. 24
8.2. DISPLAY ............................................................................................ 25
8.3. DOOR ............................................................................................... 27
8.4. DOOR LOCKING MECHANISM ............................................................... 29
8.5. DOOR SHOCK ABSORBER .................................................................... 31
8.6. FLOW REGULATOR .............................................................................. 33
8.7. FLOW REGULATOR DETECTION............................................................. 36
8.8. HF GENERATOR .................................................................................. 38
8.9. INTERFACE BOARD ............................................................................. 40
8.10. KEYPAD............................................................................................. 41
8.11. MAIN BOARD ..................................................................................... 42
8.12. PNEUMATIC VALVE BLOCK ................................................................... 43
8.13. POWER ENTRY COMPONENTS ............................................................... 44
8.14. POWER SUPPLY .................................................................................. 45
8.15. PRESS DETECTION ............................................................................. 46
8.16. PRESS PISTON ................................................................................... 50
8.17. PRESS POSITION DETECTION............................................................... 53
8.18. SCALES ............................................................................................. 55
8.19. SEALING HEADS................................................................................. 61
8.20. PROTECTION AGAINST EMC DISTURBANCES .......................................... 62
9. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ..................................................................... 63
10.SYMBOLS LS-2208 BAR CODE READER SET-UP............................................ 65
11.INSPECTION SHEET .................................................................................... 67
12.SPARE PART LIST ....................................................................................... 68
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1. INTRODUCTION
The T-ACE II+ Automatic Blood Components separator is intended for the separation of
different blood components that were centrifuged once or twice. The different fractions
(packed red cells, plasma, buffy-coat, platelet concentrate,...) are obtained in an easy,
fast and standardised way.
The T-ACE II+ is designed for use with TERUMO Teruflex®, TERUMO Imuflex®, and
TERUMO Penpol bags with or without additive solution.
Both conventional as top-and-bottom bags can be used.
This manual is written for the T-ACE II+ with the software version 1.x
2. SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
SYMBOLS:
Attention: See instructions for use This way up
Product code Handle with care
Serial number Keep dry
Separate collection for electrical and Temperature limitation

electronic equipment (European symbol)
This product complies with the requirements of EC Directive 89/336/EEC for

electromagnetic compatibility in accordance with EN 61326-1 and those of the
EC Directive 2006/95/EC for regular electrical equipment designed for use
within certain voltage limits in accordance with the EN 61010-1 for laboratory
equipment.
DEFINITIONS (technical information):

EMC Class A Equipment: Equipment suitable for use in all establishments other than
domestic and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which
supply buildings used for domestic purposes.
EMC Group 1 Equipment: ISM (Industrial, Scientific, Medical) equipment in which there is
intentionally generated and/or used conductively coupled radio-frequency energy which
is necessary for the internal functioning of the equipment itself.
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3. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
If the equipment is not used following the intended use described in this manual, the
manufacturer will not guarantee the results nor the safety of the device and shall not be
liable.
Carefully read the entire content of this manual before using the T-ACE II+.
This manual is for the T-ACE II+ with software version 1.x The version appears on the
display during the self-check of the device after switching it on.
WARNING
Never use the T-ACE II+ on blood bags that are connected to a patient.
CAUTION
• The T-ACE II+ makes use of scales. Be careful when using them. Each hard shock
can damage the scales or may require calibration of the scales.
• Non-properly working scales will negatively influence the quality of components and
processes.
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4. SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES
4.1. SPECIFICATIONS
Product code: ME-TACE2

Size: Closed 550 x 455 x 530 mm (HxWxD)
Open 695 x 455 x 530 mm (HxWxD)
Weight: 32 kg
Voltage input: 100 – 240 V AC
Voltage frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
Power: 230 VA
Primary Fuse: 2 x 2 AT
Inlet Pressure: 4 - 6 bar
Operating conditions Ambient temperature: from –10°C to +40°C
Relative humidity from 10% to 85% (non-condensing)
Maximum altitude 2000 m
Storage conditions Ambient temperature: from –10° to +50°C
Relative humidity from 10 to 95% (non-condensing)
Pollution degree 1
Protection degree IPX0
Communication port RS-232 for bar code reader
RJ-45 or wireless (optional) Ethernet connection
Compliance with
European Directives: 89/336/EEC EN 61326-1 EMC Class A
2006/95/EC EN 61010-1 Safety
EMC Classification: Group 1, Class A
Manufacturer: Terumo Europe N.V.
Research Park Zone 2
Interleuvenlaan 40
3001 Leuven, Belgium
WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may

cause radio-interference, in which case the user may be required to take
adequate actions.
4.2. ACCESSORIES
Standard accessories
- AC power cord
- Allen key
- Bar code reader, support, cable and cd-rom
- Instructions for use - English
- Instructions for use other languages: on cd-rom
- Warranty card
Optional accessories
- Air compressor 230V (ME+05TA08)
110V (ME+05TA72)
- Filter holder (ME-05TA2HF)
- Soft filter holder (ME-05TA2SF)
- Router + T-SOFT software (ME-05TA2P03)
- Wireless router + T-SOFT software (ME-05TA2P04)
- WiFi module (ME+05TA2P02)
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5. PROCEDURES FOR USE
5.1. GETTING STARTED
After opening the transport box, you will find the following accessories:
• bar code reader with

cable
support
CD
• power cable
• upper and lower packaging protections
• Allen key
• IFU English
• CD-ROM IFU other languages
Take out all the accessories and take off the upper packaging protection.
To take out the T-ACE II+ itself, please be careful because the machine is very heavy.
Preferably, take the machine out of the box with 2 persons and put it on its location.
Place the device on a flat surface and make sure you can always reach the on/off switch.
WARNING Never take the machine out of the box by pulling the telescopic bag
support.
CAUTION Make sure the T-ACE II+ machine is never exposed to direct sunlight
because this can negatively influence the sensitivity of the B.C. layer
detection.
NOTE When using multiple T-ACE II+ machines, read point 5.2 (Configuration
T-ACE II+ Network) for a correct layout and placement of the T-ACE II+
network.
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5.2. CONFIGURATION T-ACE II+ NETWORK
1. All T-ACE II+ devices must be connected to the same Ethernet network to enable
communication between the T-ACE II+ devices and T-SOFT. This can be done with a
wired or a wireless router.
NOTE Communication cannot be established without the optional wired/wireless

routers and the T-SOFT software.
2. In real production, 3 T-ACE II+ machines can be simultaneously operated by 1

operator.
3. Maximum 3 T-ACE II+ machines can be connected to the optional Sil-Air

compressor (if no air pressure plugs are present)
Typical schematic example layouts of a T-ACE II+ network can be as shown below:
Example 1 - wired configuration

Router
Ethernet lines
ID n°1 ID n°2 ID n°3 ID n°4
…
Ethernet Air line
port
Example 2 - wireless configuration
Wireless router
ID n°1 ID n°2 ID n°3 ID n°4
…
Ethernet Air line
port
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5.3. SYSTEM SET-UP
1. To work with the machine, the telescopic bag support has to be moved upwards.
Please contact your local Terumo representative to do this and to check proper
functioning of the machine before using with blood products in daily routine.
2. Connect the device to the air supply (connect an outside air tube to the air inlet on
the back of the T-ACE II+). For connection of the T-ACE II+ to an air compressor,
carefully read the instructions in point 5.5 (working with an air compressor).
3. For connection of the T-ACE II+ to a PC, carefully read the instructions in point 5.6
(working with computer connection).
4. Plug the bar code reader cable in the RS-232 communication port on the rear of the
T-ACE II+.
5. Connect the system to the power supply. (Connect the AC power cable to the AC
inlet on the back of the T-ACE II+ and then to the earthed AC socket).
6. Switch on the machine for the calibration of the scales and read carefully the
instructions in point 5.7 (Calibration of the scales).
WARNING To avoid electrical shock, the protective grounding conductor in the

power cord must be connected to the ground.
7. Open the door and place the bags on the T-ACE II+ device.
Depending on the bag configuration and application, different ways exist to place the
bags. The correct bag positioning for the selected program will be indicated on the
graphical display.
Example 1: Conventional Quadruple bag Example 2: Top-and-bottom triple bag
• Always make sure that the tubing is correctly placed inside the clamps and in
the flow regulator!
This is very important because the clamps will guide the flow of liquid to the
appropriate bags. If tubing is not correctly placed, it is understandable that the
machine will not operate in a proper way.
These clamps can also be used as sealing heads to seal the tubing at the end
of the separation so that manual clamping and making seals after the separation
is not longer necessary.
• The bags have to be placed on the hooks of the plasma and/or SAGM scale.
These hooks are connected with scales and will weigh the amount of grams
entering or leaving the bags.
• The primary bag has to be placed with the label side visible (in front position)!
So also no label may be adhered on the backside of the primary bag!
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5.4. START OPERATION

1. Activate the air pressure (at least 4 bar is required for one T-ACE II+ device) and
switch on the machine(s). After a while, on each machine the following screen will
appear:
version 1.x
initialising T-ACE II+ - self-check

remove all the bags and close the door
2. Make sure no bags or weights are placed on the scales and close the door.
The T-ACE II+ machine will check the status of its internal components and if
necessary, recalibrate the scales and/or the flow regulator detection. The press
position and the LED voltages are controlled too but not calibrated. If these are out
of specification, an error message will be displayed on the screen. During this self-
check the operation indicator lights up. If some components are not functioning in
between its specifications and cannot be automatically adjusted, an error message
will be displayed.
An extensive list of errors is given at the end of this manual (section Alarm & error
messages). The self-check can be stopped by pressing ‘STOP’ or can be continued
by pressing ‘START’.
After completion of the self-check, the door will open again and the ‘start’ menu will
be shown:
program 01 CONV
place the bags and ‘push start’ or close the door
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3. Choose the appropriate program by pressing “menu”. The program “selection menu”
will then be displayed:
SELECTION MENU
program 1 CONV
Use the “scroll” key to go to the correct program number. After pressing “stop” the
program will be selected or after pressing “menu” and entering the password, the
parameter settings of the selected program will be displayed and can be changed if
wanted. Press “stop” to leave the parameter settings menu.
4. Place the bags, close the door, break the cliktips of the blood bag(s) and press
“start” to start the separation process. During the entire process, the operation
indicator is illuminated.
5. When the separation is completed, the operation indicator starts blinking. After
removing the bags, the T-ACE II+ goes back to its initial status and the start menu
is again shown on the display.
NOTE After 10 minutes, the backlight of the screen goes out. Push “stop” to
return to normal operation mode.
CAUTION Do not touch the bags during operation as the T-ACE II+ is
continuously checking the weight of the components.
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5.5. WORKING WITH AN AIR COMPRESSOR
1. Connect the air compressor with outside air tube to the air inlet on the backside of
the T-ACE II+.
2. If more than one T-ACE II+ is connected to a compressor, it is necessary to replace

the standard L-piece air inlet by an optional T-piece air in/outlet at the backside of
T-ACE II+.
3. If the external Sil-Air low-noise compressor, which can be optionally bought, is used
for the first time please fill the compressor first with 0,5 l of the supplied oil before
switching on. Keep the air outlet valve of the compressor closed until enough
pressure is build up. If not enough pressure is delivered; it is always possible to
adjust with the air regulation valve.
4. At least 4 bar is required for each machine, more pressure is also all right because
the T-ACE II+ has a safety valve inside which cuts the air pressure on 8 bar.
Air outlet regulation valve ON/OFF switch
Air outlet
Air outlet manometer Air inlet manometer

Air outlet valve
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5.6 WORKING WITH COMPUTER CONNECTION
NOTE Communication cannot be established without the optional wired/wireless

routers and the T-SOFT software. For detailed network installation
information, please refer to the T-SOFT manual.
1. All T-ACE II+ devices must be connected to the same Ethernet network to enable
communication between the T-ACE II+ devices and T-SOFT. This can be done with
a wired or a wireless router.
When using a wired router: connect the router with the RJ-45 inlet of the T-ACE II+
via a network cable. Connect the router also with the PC via another network cable.
When using a wireless router: Connect the router with the PC via a network cable.
Place a WiFi module on each T-ACE II+ device that has to be connected to the
Ethernet network. (Contact your local Terumo Representative to install the WiFi
option)
2. The T-ACE II+ has to be activated and configured for PC communication, because
PC communication is in default not activated.
1) Switch on the machine. After the self-check, the start menu appears.
2) In the start menu, press 2 x “MENU” and as standard password 5 x “VALUE” and
1 x “STOP”.
3) Then browse to the menu ‘communication settings’ by using the “menu” key.
COMMUNICATION SETTINGS
PC transmission yes
T-ACE II+ 99
ID bag yes
ID operator auto
data 1 no
data 2 no
data 3 no
Select parameter ‘PC transmission’ by using the “scroll” key and change its
value from “no” to “yes” with the “value” key.
4) Press “STOP” and switch ‘OFF’ the machine.
5) After switching ‘ON’ again and passing the self-check, the following menu will
appear.
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version 1.x
initialising network
At this time, the T-ACE II+ is making connection with the computer and T-SOFT.
T-SOFT has to run and all the T-ACE II+ devices need to be connected to the
Ethernet network.
If the message “T-ACE II+ not installed / install T-ACE II+ is shown, communication
with T-SOFT was successful.
T-ACE II not installed / install T-ACE II+
+
6) Press “STOP” to continue the self-check.

Afterwards, the self-check has to be completed and the program will switch to its
start screen.
7) Although there was communication between T-SOFT and the T-ACE II+, T-SOFT did
not recognize this T-ACE II+ and it has still to be registered in T-SOFT by pressing
“SCROLL” for 10 s in the start menu.
install network start: yes stop: no
install completed machine number: 01
Automatically, the T-ACE II+ will receive an ID number from the computer. This
number will be given chronically and cannot be changed manually.
If the maximum amount of machines is connected, an overload error will be generated:
initialising network - ! ATTENTION !

install error - maximum connected machines reached
If more machines really need to be connected to T-SOFT, a 2nd network has to be created.
If a machine was already installed previously, the following message will appear:
initialising network - ! ATTENTION !

install error - this machine was already installed
T-SOFT registers the machines based on the MAC address of the Ethernet module, so if the
machine was installed once, T-SOFT will always recognize this machine and it will always keep
the same T-ACE II+ ID number.
When installation is successful, the start menu will be shown.
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5.7. CALIBRATION OF THE SCALES
During installation, or whenever the T-ACE II+ is moved, it is strongly advised to

calibrate the T-ACE II+: its plasma, S.A.G.M. and B.C. balance. In order to calibrate the
T-ACE II+ scales, a calibrated weight of 200 g is needed.
To reach the scale calibration menu, push “VALUE” and “MENU” simultaneously, while
switching on the T-ACE II+.
Furthermore, during the self-check, the scale calibration values will automatically be
verified. If the electronic scale values are not within tolerance, they will be automatically
adjusted and afterwards the scale calibration menu will be shown:
SCALE CALIBRATION
remove all the bags and press ‘start’
Make sure the balances are unloaded and press “START”.
SCALE CALIBRATION
put 200 g on the PLASMA scale and press ‘start’
After hanging a calibrated 200 g weight on the plasma (upper left) scale, press “start”.
The measured value will be displayed; these values should both be equal to 200.
SCALE CALIBRATION
measured PLASMA value: 200 g ; press ‘start’
NOTE • If the measured value is not equal to 200, please contact your local
Terumo service organization.
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Press “start” and repeat the on-screen instructions for hanging 200 g on the S.A.G.M.
(upper right) scale and B.C. (bottom right) scale.
SCALE CALIBRATION
put 200 g on the SAGM scale and press ‘start’
SCALE CALIBRATION
measured SAGM value: 200 g ; press ‘start’
SCALE CALIBRATION
put 200 g on the BC scale and press ‘start’
SCALE CALIBRATION
measured BC value: 200 g ; press ‘start’
SCALE CALIBRATION
remove the bags and press ‘start’
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After calibration, the menu to change the calibration date is shown automatically.
This date can only be changed after a scale calibration.
The item selected (day, month or year) is indicated in capital letters. To switch from
item, press “scroll” ; to change the value, press “+” or “-“.
DAY / MONTH / YEAR

19 / 07 / 2007
Press “STOP” to leave calibration mode and to return to normal operation mode.
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6. SERVICING MENU
The T-ACE has a special service menu in which additional information for the technical
servicing can be found.
To reach the servicing menu, press “MENU” in the start menu:
program 01 CONV
place the bags and ‘push start’ or close the door
The program selection menu will then be displayed:
SELECTION MENU
Program 1 CONV
After pressing “menu” again, push 10 times “start” as password.
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PASSWORD: **********
After putting in the correct password the different parameter menus will be shown by
simply pressing "Menu"
PARAMETERS 1
PARAMETERS 2 Dedicated parameter menus related to the protocol
PARAMETERS 3
PARAMETERS 4
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UPLOAD PARAMETERS
OPTIONS
COMMUNICATION SETTINGS
SEALING OPTIONS
MANUAL MODE Common parameters menus, independent of protocol
GENERAL SETTINGS
ANALOG INPUTS
NUMERIC POTENTIOMETERS
UPLOAD PARAMETERS, ANALOG INPUTS and NUMERIC POTENTIOMETERS are the

extra menus that will appear.
P.S. For detailed explanation of the other menus, see the Users manuals of the T-ACE
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UPLOAD PARAMETERS
Mac address 00:40:9D 2A:CB:C0
Firmware version 1.x
Upload Free/waiting
Export Free/waiting
Mac address
This is the T-ACE II+ address on the network. Each T-ACE II+ has a different address.
Firmware version
This is the T-ACE II+ software version
Upload
This parameter gives the possibility to the T-ACE II+ to be programmed from a computer.
This can be used to program several T-ACE II+ with the same parameters by use of a
computer.
Waiting: waiting for the parameters
Free: normal use
Upload: communication from the computer to the T-ACE II+.
Export
This parameter gives the possibility to the T-ACE II+ to send parameters to the computer
to be sent to another T-ACE II+.
Free: normal use
Upload: communication from the T-ACE II+ to the computer.
ANALOG INPUTS
bc/rbc scale weight 001
plasma scale weight 001
flow regulator detection 1.38
press detection LED X 0.41
press position detection 0.39
bc/rbc scale weight

Indication of the weight on the B.C. scale
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plasma scale weight

Indication of the weight on the plasma scale
flow regulator detection

Indication of the voltage of the detector in the flow regulator
press detection LED X

Indication of the voltage of LED detector X in the press
press position detection

Indication of the voltage of the press position
bc/rbc scale 0.150
plasma scale 0.150
press detection LED 2 0.44
bc/rbc scale
Indication of the bc/rbc scale numeric potentiometer. If necessary, it can be
adjusted by pressing “VALUE”. Depending if it has to be increased or decreased,
the “SHIFT” button has to be pressed.
After a readjustment of the scale potentiometers, a software calibration needs
to be done. See chapter 5.7
plasma scale
Indication of the plasma scale numeric potentiometer. If necessary, it can be
adjusted by pressing “VALUE”. Depending if it has to be increased or decreased,
the “SHIFT” button has to be pressed.
After a readjustment of the scale potentiometers, a software calibration needs
to be done. See chapter 5.7
press detection LED 2

Indication of the LED 2 numeric potentiometer. If necessary, it can be adjusted
by pressing “VALUE”. Depending if it has to be increased or decreased, the
“SHIFT” button has to be pressed. Only the voltage of LED 2 is displayed it will
change on all LED’s.
flow regulator detection

Indication of the flow regulator detection numeric potentiometer. If necessary, it
can be adjusted by pressing “VALUE”. Depending if it has to be increased or
decreased, the “SHIFT” button has to be pressed.
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After performing maintenance or repair on the T-ACE machine, the maintenance

date has to be changed in the General Settings Menu. Pressing “VALUE” will
change the value of day, month or year. Changing from day to month to year is
done by pushing “SCROLL”. The calibration date can not be changed without doing
first a calibration.
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
# Problem Cause/remedy Reference
1 No first detection Check the parameters Instruction for use
Check the flow regulator Problem # 3
Check the clamps Problem # 5
Adjust the press detection board
voltage Press detection board adjustment
Replace the pressdetection board Press detection board replacement
LED press detectors ribbon cable
defect Replace the ribbon cable (ME+05TA61)
2 No second detection Check the parameters Instruction for use
Check the flow regulator Problem # 3
Check the clamps Problem # 5
Adjust the press detection board
voltage Press detection board adjustment
Replace the pressdetection board Press detection board replacement
LED press detectors ribbon cable
defect Replace the ribbon cable (ME+05TA61)
3 No flow reduction Check the parameters Instruction for use
Check the flow regulator manually "MANUAL" menu
Check the detection Problem # 1 and # 2
Adjust the flow regulator Flow regulator - adjustment
Replace the flow regulator Flow regulator - replacement
Always Plasma
4 alarm Check the parameters Instruction for use
Analog inputs and/or numeric
Always SAGM alarm Check scale calibration potentiometers
Scales not ok Replace scale Scales - replacement
5 Sealing head / clamp Check the clamp manually "MANUAL" menu
not working Check the air pressure Air pressure - adjustment
Check the pneumatic valve block Pneumatic valve block
Check the HF generator connections HF generator- replacement
Clean the clamp Sealing head - cleaning/maintenance
Replace the clamp Sealing head - replacement
6 No air pressure Check the air pressure Check the manometer
Check compressor and connections
Adjust air pressure
Replace air pressure
7 Pneumatic valve Check the air pressure Check manometer
not working Check pneumatic valve Pneumatic valve block
8 Display not working Check AC power supply Problem # 9
Clean display Display - cleaning/maintenance
Check display connector Display - replacement
Replace display Display - replacement
9 No power Check AC plug Power entry components
Check fuses Power entry components
Check the power supply Power supply
10 Press does not Check the press manually "MANUAL" menu
close/open Check air pressure Problem # 6
Check pneumatic valve Problem # 7
Adjust the press speed Press piston - adjustment
Replace the press piston Press piston - replacement
11 Door does not close Check the locking mechanism Door locking detection - adjustment
Check the door locking detection Door locking detection - adjustment
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12 Door does not lock Lock and open manually "MANUAL" menu
Check air pressure Problem # 6
Check pneumatic valve Problem # 7
Check the door locking detection Door locking detection - adjustment
Adjust door locking piston Door locking detection - replacement
Replace door locking piston Door locking detection - replacement
13 Door does not open Check the locking mechanism Door
Adjust the door Door - adjustment
Replace the door Door - replacement
14 Keypad not working Check connections Keypad - replacement
15 Language not ok Change the language Instruction for use
16 Other problems Check actions in manual mode "MANUAL" menu
Check main board connections Main board - replacement
Change main board Main board - replacement
17 No communication Check T-SOFT program T-SOFT User's Guide
Check all network connections Configuration network
Check connections inside the T-ACE
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8. ASSEMBLIES/PARTS
8.1 AIR PRESSURE REGULATOR
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
During preventive maintenance, remove the condens and oil residue in the container.
ADJUSTMENT
● remove the back plate
● lift up the wheel on the regulator
● adjust the air pressure to 5 bar by turning the wheel and checking the manometer
● lock the setting by pushing in the wheel
regulator wheel
4 fixing screws
REPLACEMENT
Necessary equipment:
2,5 mm Allen Key
Replacement of the air pressure regulator:

● unscrew the 4 fixing screws on the back plate
● disconnect the two air tubes
● remove the regulator
● do the actions to remove the regulator in the reverse order
● adjust the air pressure to 5 bar as described above in the adjustment section
● reposition the back plate
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8.2 DISPLAY
This is a 5 inch colour screen. The screen light will switch off after 10 minutes in
stand by mode. Press “Stop” key to switch it on again.
The screen assembly is composed by the screen itself and his driver board.
The screen is connected to the CPU Board by use of a flat cable.
Screen
Driver board
Ribbon cable from

driver board to CPU
Board
Regularly check that the display is free of dirt and clean when necessary.
ADJUSTMENT
No contrast adjustment possible
REPLACEMENT
● 2 mm Allen key
If the display is not working, make sure:

● that the power supply to the machine is switched on
● that the keyboard is switched on and that pressing its keys causes the settings to
change
● that the ribbon cable to the motherboard is correctly connected
If all these points are positive, change the display:

● remove the back plate of the machine
● disconnect the ribbon cable on the main board
● unscrew the 2 fixing Allen screws which block the display to the chassis
● remove the display and the driver board
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● fit another display, fix it with the 2 Allen screws. Be careful to centre it.
● fix the ribbon cable to the main board
● close the back plate
2 mm Allen
screws.
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8.3 DOOR
Ensure that the door is clean, especially the white part in the door, which is needed for
the detection of the layer.
Do not use any alcohols or abrasive cleaners because they can damage the door. Please
refer to the cleaning section at the end of this manual.
ADJUSTMENT
3,0 ; 4,0 mm Allen Key
If the closing or the locking of the door is not functioning as it should, adjust the position
of the door as follows:
● remove the back plate, remove the HF generator as instructed in the appropriate
section
● loosen the 4 fixation screws of the door hinge on the inside of the machine
● go to the “manual” menu and close the door
MANUAL MODE
clamp 1 off clamp 2 off
clamp 5 off
seal
press off
flow regulator ini
door close
● fix the 4 fixation screws again when the position is good. When you fix the door
back into the chassis, take care of its positioning. It may not touch the frame
during opening and closing. Use small insert to centre the door.
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Be careful of the door closing sensor position to be sure it will not be damaged by
the door.
● replace the HF generator as instructed in the appropriate section
● if the door will not close automatically, check paragraph “door locking mechanism”
REPLACEMENT
3,0 ; 4,0 mm Allen Key
Replacement of the door:

● open the back plate
● remove the HF generator unit (see appropriate section)
● open the door
● unscrew the 4 fixation screws of the door hinge on the right inside of the machine
● remove the door and replace by a new one
● screw the 4 fixation screws of the door hinge on the right inside of the machine.
Same remark as above concerning the centering of the door in the chassis
● adjust the door as specified in adjustment
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8.4 DOOR LOCKING MECHANISM
No cleaning procedures are necessary for this item.
ADJUSTMENT
● small “-” screw driver
● 4 mm Allen Key
If the door does not close or if the “locking alarm” always appears, check the position of
the door closing detection. The inductive door detection and the closed door may not
touch each other. The screw that fixes the detector housing can be loosened and the
detector can be repositioned.
On the inside of the machine, the correct operation of the door closing detection can be
checked with the LED indicator on the detector. The LED indicator will be illuminated
when the detection is working.
door closing
detection
If the door closes either too slowly or too violently, the air pressure can be adjusted on
the locking piston.
door lock detection

microswitch
adjustment door adjustment door

closing speed opening speed
4 screws attaching
door piston to case
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REPLACEMENT
● 3,0; 4,0 mm Allen Key

● unscrew the 4 screws attaching the door piston assembly to the case
● disconnect the air tubes and loosen the microswitch cables
● take out the assembly
block fixed
to the case
piston
screw fixing
piston to locking bars
screws fixing
block to piston
1 of the 2 door
locking bars
● unscrew the 2 screws fixing the piston to the block fixed to the case
● unscrew the screw fixing the piston to the locking bars assembly
● replace the piston
● perform all the actions of removing the piston in the reverse order
● adjust opening and closiong speed as specified in adjustment
REPLACEMENT OF DOOR CLOSING DETECTION

● nut spanner
● loosen the fixation nut and take out the detection

● disconnect the wire from the main board
● place a new detection and adjust the position as indicated in section adjustment
● fix the nut
door closing
detection
fixation nut
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8.5 DOOR SHOCK ABSORBER
No cleaning procedures are necessary for this item.
REPLACEMENT
● 2.5 and 4 mm Allen key

● take away the HF generator
● Loose the 4 door fixing screws (4 mm). It is not necessary to unscrew these
screws completely
● Take out the door
● Take out the bottom door hinge
● Take out the door shock absorber
● Replace the door opening brake by a new one.
● Re-assemble in reverse order.
Take care of the position of the brake

(part A). It must enter in the shape
of part B for a good assembling.
A
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● When you fix the door back into the chassis, take care of its positioning. It may
not touch the frame during opening and closing. Use small insert to centre the
door.
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8.6 FLOW REGULATOR
Regularly check that there is no dirt in the flow regulator and clean if necessary.
ADJUSTMENT
● go to the menu "PARAMETERS 2" and set ‘flow regulator closed’ to 0 and ‘flow
regulator open’ to 50
PARAMETERS 2
sagm 100 g
% sagm 0%
flow regulator closed 0%
flow regulator open 50 %
add type 2
air/plasma transfer 3g
security detection 20 %
● go to the "MANUAL" mode
MANUAL MODE
clamp 5 off
seal
press off
flow regulator ini
door close
● check that the:

▫ CLOSED position (0%) corresponds to complete closure
▫ OPEN position (50%) corresponds to the central position
If this is not the case:

● check that the wires are properly connected
● check that the “INI” position stop is well secured and has not dropped down
● re-adjust the position of the stop: every time an adjustment is made switch the
machine OFF and ON again to restart the initialisation of the initial position
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REPLACEMENT
● 2,0 ; 2,5 ; 4,0 mm Allen key
● soldering iron; solder; shrinking tube
If the motor does not work, first check:

● the connection to the Interface board terminal
● that the voltage at the Interface board terminal changes when the motor is
switched on
If all these points are correct, replace the motor:

● unscrew the 2 fixing screws on the top of the flow regulator
● unscrew the 4 screws which attach the motor to the case and remove the unit
from below
screws attaching
motor to the case
guide
2 fixing screws T-piece
end of stroke switch

step motor
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● remove the T-piece which supports the end of stroke switch

● remove the guide which is fixed to the shaft of the motor
● disconnect plug ‘REGUL’ on interface board
● take away the motor and take a new one
● lengthen the wires of the new motor by soldering if necessary
● reposition the guide on the threaded shaft
● reposition the T-piece
● reposition the unit on the chassis and secure it using the 4 screws
● reposition the motor top and screw it down
● adjust the position of the guide
▫ when the power supply to the motor is turned on, it is set to the "ini" position.
The upper part of the shaft should be just below the opening to enable insertion of
the tubing
▫ after each new adjustment, switch the T-ACE off and on again to re-initialise
▫ go to the "PARAMETERS" menu and set " flow regulator closed " to 0%.
PARAMETERS 2
sagm 100 g
% sagm 0%
flow regulator closed 0%
flow regulator open 50 %
add type 2
air/plasma transfer 3g
security detection 20 %
▫ go to the "MANUAL" menu and select "flow regulator”
MANUAL MODE
clamp 5 off
seal
press off
flow regulator open
door close
▫ make sure that the shaft of the motor is at the stop, high up in the head
opening
▫ repeat the adjustments if necessary
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8.7 FLOW REGULATOR DETECTION
Regularly check that the inside of the regulator unit is free of dirt.
ADJUSTMENT
Normally, no adjustment is necessary: the numeric potentiometers will calibrate it selves.
If during the self-check, the T-ACE II+ is giving an error message it is possible to
manually adjust the numeric potentiometers.
In the ANALOG INPUTS menu it is possible to see the voltage. This voltage should be
1.30 ± 0.10 V (1.20 ≈ 1.40 V) without black paper in between (full light) and 5.00 V with
the black paper in between (no light). The 5 V can not be adjusted, it must be 5 V or the
detector is broken.
ANALOG INPUTS
If the value is out of range and the T-ACE II+ gives an error message during self check, it
is possible to adjust the voltage in the NUMERIC POTENTIOMETERS menu.
With the “SCROLL” highlight the “flow regulator detection” line and with the “Value” you
can increase or decrease the voltage. If the “Shift” is on you will decrease and if it is off
you will increase the voltage.
bc/rbc scale 0.150
plasma scale 0.150
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REPLACEMENT
2,5 mm Allen key
soldering iron
If the voltage can not be adjusted, the sensor has to be replaced.
If the value displayed on the “ANALOG INPUTS” menu is not in line with those described
in the adjustment section and the adjustment of the numeric potentiometers does not
cause any variation, check whether the leads are properly connected to the terminal on
the Interface Board. If properly connected, change the detector:
● unscrew the 2 screws on the flow regulator unit

● disconnect the flow regulator sensor connector from the Interface Board
● remove the top of the flow regulator unit, and the wires will come out of the base
● unscrew the 2 screws of the detector at the top of the flow regulator
● remove the detector
● position a new detector, with the white point downwards. Be sure not to forget to
place the spacers
● replace the whole unit
● reconnect the flow regulator sensor connector to the Interface Board
You can solder the detector, use crimping tube to protect the wires.
After replacement, switch off the T-ACE II+ and let it make the automatic calibration. It is
possible that the self-check will take longer time because the new sensor has to be
calibrated.
The Flow regulator detector has a better tube holder, the tube will not come easily out of
the holder.
Better tubing holder
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8.8 HF GENERATOR
No cleaning necessary
ADJUSTMENT
No adjustment necessary
REPLACEMENT
● 3,0 mm Allen key
Fibre connection explanation
Fibre connections
sealing head 4
sealing head 3
sealing head 2
sealing head 1
sealing head 5
110 – 230 V
AC power inlet
24 V DC power outlet
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If the sealing heads do not work (either one or all of them) make sure:
● that pressing “START” activates the appropriate green start LED

● The “start” signal is coming from the main board, so when the start fibre cable is
disconnected, red light should be seen at the end of the fibre cable)
● that the correct LSB, MSB and/or 5th LED’s are illuminated when an address is
selected
LSB MSB 5TH

sealing head 1 GREEN GREEN dark
sealing head 2 dark GREEN dark
sealing head 3 GREEN dark dark
sealing head 4 dark dark dark
sealing head 5 dark dark GREEN
● that the busy signal is illuminated on the HF generator and going back to the main
board when the HF generator is sealing. So when the ‘busy’ cable is unplugged on
the main board side, a red light should be seen when a sealing head should be
activated.
If this is not the case, check the fibre optic connections and the direction.
If all of this is ok, change the HF generator. Proceed as follows:
● disconnect the power cable from the inlet

● take away the fuses holder
● disconnect the BNC and fibre connections on the HF generator
● unscrew the 3 screws on the top side of the generator
● unlock the unit on the bottom side
● take away the HF generator by shifting it to the right side
● replace the HF unit and reconnect the cabling as indicated on the picture above
● go to the “MANUAL” menu and check the sealing of all heads
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8.9 INTERFACE BOARD
No cleaning/maintenance necessary
ADJUSTMENT
REPLACEMENT
This board should not be replaced in normal conditions.
Connections should be made the following way:
This board is used to centralise all connections coming from the power supplies, scales,
detection board, etc.
Optical fibers
To generator
To CPU
To barcode wires
Board
To BC scale
To keyboard
buttons
To com. Wires
To keyboard
LEDS To Plasma scale
To inductive To FR motor
door closing switch ini
detector
To door Power and driver

closing FR motor
switch
FR detector
To LED
Board To barcode reader
wires
To press
pos. To electrovalves
detection block
To indication
Board
Power supply 5 V.
Power supply +/- 15 V. Power supply 24 V.
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8.10 KEYPAD
The keyboard has 2 components:

● The buttons plate: It is composed with the electronic components (LED, buttons
and wires) This plate is sealed on the chassis.
● The keyboard cover label.
The keyboard is connected to the Interface Board by 2 electrical ribbon cables. One for
the LED and one for the buttons.
ADJUSTMENT
REPLACEMENT
If the keypad does not work anymore, please change it as follow:

● disconnect both keypad ribbon cables from the Interface Board
● unscrew the ground cable with the “eye” connected to the base (one of the
Interface Board fixing screw)
● remove the keypad by removing it from the top side of the machine
● take a new keyboard
● Peel off the label protection
● Position the button plate in his place
● position the keyboard cover label
● put the new connections through the hole in the case and reconnect again the
ground ‘eye’ connection and both ribbon cables
● check the functioning of the system
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8.11 MAINBOARD
This is a SMT technology CPU Board. This board is connected to the Interface Board by
use of one unique connector and fixed to the chassis by a screw.
One connector is used to load or to upgrade the software by use of a special
communication box.
To connect to the Interface Board
Display connector
Used for Software programming or upgrading.
ADJUSTMENT
REPLACEMENT
If you need to replace the main board, please change it as follow:

● disconnect the display ribbon cable connector
● unscrew the fixing screw
● disconnect the board from the Interface Board
● Re-assemble the board in reverse order.
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8.12 PNEUMATIC VALVE BLOCK
No action required.
ADJUSTMENT
REPLACEMENT
If one or more pneumatic components do not work, confirm:

● that the air pressure is between 4 and 6 Bar on the manometer situated on the
right backside of the machine
● that the pressure is supplied to the component in question
● that the LED is on, when the pneumatic valve corresponding to the component is
activated
● check whether the status of the component is changing when pressing the button
of the corresponding pneumatic valve
If this is not the case, disconnect the SUBD 25 pin connector from the pneumatic valve
block, remove it and use a multi-meter to measure the change of state when the
connector pins are activated.
Pin 1: Clamp 4 Pin 5: Door lock
Pin 2: Clamp 3 Pin 6: Press
Pin 3: Clamp 2 Pin 7: Clamp 5
Pin 4: Clamp 1
The voltage is 24V at rest, and it falls when the pneumatic valve is activated. If the
voltage does not change, replace the motherboard. Otherwise change the pneumatic
valve unit.
● unplug the air connections
● unscrew the fixings on the pneumatic valve and remove it
● fit a new pneumatic valve block and reassemble the unit
● reconnect the air tubes according to the following picture
silencer
press closed (upper)

press open (lower)
24-pin SUBD
from main board
lock door (upper)

unlock door (lower)
air regulator
input
clamp 1 clamp 5
clamp 2 clamp 4
clamp 3
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8.13 POWER ENTRY COMPONENTS
ADJUSTMENT
REPLACEMENT
No replacement necessary in normal conditions, only reconnection is likely.
AC cable (N)
Power switch
Fuse drawer with

fuses 2 x 2AT AC cable (L)
AC cable input
AC (GND) to case
AC (GND) outlet to supply
AC (L) to comm. board
AC (L) outlet to supply
AC (N) outlet to supply
AC (N) to comm. board
AC (N) to HF gen.
AC (N) inlet
AC (L) to HF gen.
AC (L) inlet
AC (GND) to HF gen.
AC (GND) inlet
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8.14 POWER SUPPLY
No action required.
ADJUSTMENT
● 3,0 mm Allen Key
● screw driver
● multimeter
Proceed as follows:
● connect a multi-meter to the black and white wires of the connector
● adjust the voltage on the power supply to 5,40 V by turning the potentiometer
5 V adjustment screw
black & red wire
5 V output
REPLACEMENT
● small ‘-‘ screw driver
Proceed as follows:
● unscrew the AC input wires on the front side of the supply
● unscrew the DC output connector on the backside of the power supply
DC output
AC input connector
connections
● unscrew the power supply fixation screws from the chassis and remove the card
● put the new card in position and screw it to the chassis
● reconnect the power connections
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8.15 PRESS DETECTION
The Plexiglas plate in front of the detectors and the door should be cleaned regularly, to
ensure that the surface is completely free of dirt.
ADJUSTMENT
If during the self check, the T-ACE II+ is giving an error message it is possible to
manually adjust the numeric potentiometers.
● go to the “MANUAL” menu

● close the door
● move the press forward
● go to the “ANALOG INPUTS” menu
The voltage of the selected LED is indicated after “press detection LED x” (x = 1 to 10)
Press “SCROLL” to change the number of the LED ‘x’
Scroll through the LED’s and select the lowest value. The lowest LED value should be
above 2.60 V.
ANALOG INPUTS
To adjust the lowest LED voltage, go to the “NUMERIC POTENTIOMETERS” menu.
bc/rbc scale 0.150
plasma scale 0.150
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With the “SCROLL” highlight the “press detection LED 2” line and with the “Value” you
can increase or decrease the voltage. If the “Shift” is on you will decrease and if it is off
you will increase the voltage.
Increase or decrease and check in the “ANALOG INPUTS” the voltage modification.
After this adjustment do the following:
Voltage light check

● go to the “MANUAL” menu
● move the press backwards
● put the Plexiglas calibration plate (4 mm thick) between the door and the press
● move the press forwards
● go to the “ANALOG INPUTS” menu
ANALOG INPUTS
Check voltages for all the LEDS

Voltage LED 1 until 10 should be approximately 4,99 V
In case it is not possible to obtain these values, reposition the press detection PCB or
replace the PCB with another one.
Voltage low check

● move the press backwards
● open the door
● take out the calibration plate
● put a black non-reflecting piece of paper in front of the press LED’s.
● check voltages for all the LEDS
The voltages of LED 1 until 10 must be < (“voltage light” –3,50 V)
In other words, the difference in the voltage light and the voltage low must be lower as
3.5 V.
P.S. The higher the difference between light and dark, the more sensitive the detection
will be.
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REPLACEMENT
● 5,5 mm spanner
If the LED voltage can not be adjusted and the T-ACE is giving an error message during
selfcheck check that:
● the ribbon cable is firmly connected both on Interface and press detection board
● the ribbon cable is not damaged.
If the cable is undamaged, change the press detection board:
● disconnect the air pressure

● take off the press protection plate by unscrewing the 4 screws
4 protection
plate screws
● dis-attach the press plate from the press piston by lifting the clip and pulling out
the pin
clip
pin
● pull out the ribbon cable on the side of the PCB
flat cable
● lift the press up and remove the PCB from the press by unscrewing the 4 screws
while holding the nuts with the 5,5 mm spanner
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press detection
board screws
● reposition a new PCB board with washers, screws and nuts in reverse disassembly
order
plastic washer
nut
screw spacer
● reconnect the press plate with its 4 screws

● switch off and on the T-ACE to let it make the self-check.
● verify the LED’s voltage in the “ANALOG INPUTS” menu
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8.16 PRESS PISTON
No action required
ADJUSTMENT
● short “-” screw driver
To adjust opening and closing of the press, adjust the piston as follows:
● go to the "MANUAL" menu
MANUAL MODE
clamp 5 off
seal
press on/off
flow regulator open
door close
● open and close the press in the “MANUAL” menu

● adjust the pressure adjustment screws:
● at the front to obtain an opening time of the press of about 2 s
● at the back to obtain a closing time of the press of about 3 s, make sure this
movement passes smoothly
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adjustment press
opening
adjustment press
closing
REPLACEMENT
● 3 mm Allen Key
● 10 mm spanner
To replace the piston, proceed as follows:

● disconnect the piston from the press by unlocking the clip and pulling out the pin
● remove the clips on the back side of the piston and pull out the pin
clip
clip
pin
pin
● remove the air tubing on the press piston

● disconnect the press position connector on the interface board
● disconnect the back connection of the piston with the 4 screws
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● remove the plate by unscrewing the connection to the door on the plunger
● dis-attach the press position detection from the piston by unscrewing the 4 screws
● perform all the actions of removing the piston in the reverse order
● adjust the press opening and closing speed as described in the adjustment section
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8.17 PRESS POSITION DETECTION
No action required
ADJUSTMENT
During the self-check the voltage limits are checked. If they are out of specification, an
error message will come on the screen. See here under how to adjust.
In the “ANALOG INPUTS” menu you can check the voltage of the detector under the line
“press position detection”.
ANALOG INPUTS
Depending of the press position this voltage will be different:
● press position closed : 4.40 ± 0.05 V

● press position close + plate : 4.20 ± 0.05 V (calibration plate)
● press position open : 0.45 ± 0.10 V
To adjust this voltage, do the following:
● open the back plate

● unscrew the detector holding screw (adjustment screw)
● move the blue part of the detector to reach the right voltage
Detector Adjustment screw
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REPLACEMENT
● pincers
● spanner 10 mm
● Allen key 2,5; 5,0 mm
If it is not possible to adjust to the right voltage or if you move the press forwards and
backwards without voltage modification, replace the press position detection as follows:

● disconnect the piston from the press by unlocking the clip and pulling out the pin
● remove the clips on the back side of the piston and pull out the pin
clip
clip
pin
pin
press position connection piece

detection fixation plate to press plate
plunger
shrinkage ring
press position plate

detection setscrew
● unscrew the connection piece to the press plate by fixing the plunger with a
spanner
● remove the plate which holds the press position detection plunger
● loosen the setscrew and pull out the press position detection
● replace the press position detection and perform the above actions in reverse
order
● please check after replacement whether the analog value in “ ANALOG INPUTS”
will change when the press is moved. The voltage with a closed door and press
should be 4.40 ± 0.05 V.
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8.18 SCALES
No maintenance necessary
ADJUSTMENT
● calibrated 200 gr
BC and Plasma scale
Normally there is no adjustment necessary: both scales are calibrating themselves during
the self-check of the T-ACE. If during the self-check an error message appears, it is
possible to adjust the scales by use of the numerical potentiometers.
In the “ANALOG INPUTS” menu you can see both scales weight in gr.
ANALOG INPUTS
If the weight is wrong, the scale voltage can be adjusted by use of the numeric
potentiometer:
● go in the “NUMERIC POTENTIOMETER” menu

● with the “Scroll” key highlight the “plasma scale” line
● use the “Value” key to increase or decrease the voltage depending of the state of
the “Shift” key
The limits are the following:
With no weight hanging on the scale : 0.175 mV ± 50 mV

With a calibrated 200 gr hanging on the scale : 2000 mV ± 200 mV
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bc/rbc scale 0.150
plasma scale 0.150
After adjustment it is necessary to make a scale calibration. See chapter 5.7.
REPLACEMENT
multimeter
Allen Key (1,5 mm; 2,5 mm; 3,0 mm; 4,0 mm)
spanner 7 mm
Changing the scales is not necessary unless the leads have come loose from the strain
gauge or is visually damaged. To test the functioning of the scales, check the impedance
between the 4 leads and the scales, using a resistance (Ω) meter:
WHITE/BLACK 960 Ω +/- 10%

RED/GREY 960 Ω +/- 10%
When placing a new strain gauge, take great care during the entire operation not to pull
the wires. If the wires on the strain gauge come loose even slightly, irreversible damage
will be caused and the scale can’t be used anymore!
a) Plasma scale
● take away the back plate of the scale support by unscrewing the 4 screws with a
3,0 mm Allen key and taking off the plate
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● unplug the operation indicator connector and remove the board by unscrewing the
2 screws
Operator indicator connector
Amplifier board
Scale strain gauge
Strain scale gauge connector
● unplug the strain gauge connector on the scale amplifier board

● unscrew the 2 scale fixing screws
● take out the complete scale assembly
● unscrew the 2 scale fixing screws which attach the balance support to the strain
gauge, first remove the nut by 1 of them
● unscrew the 2 screws fixing the strain gauge to the support connected to the case
● take away the strain gauge and replace by a new one
● perform the dismantling actions in the reverse way and replace the stop nut.
● Make sure that the stop nut is placed approximately 1 mm from the holder to
allow enough scale movement.
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Bag support
Strain gauge
Support
Stop nut
b) B.C. scale
● take away the bag stop by unscrewing the 2 screws and removing it
Bag stop
Screws
● take away the back plate of T-ACE II+

● unplug the B.C. strain gauge connector on the scale amplifier board, be very
careful because the wires can be easily damaged
● unscrew the 2 scale fixing screws on the support
● remove the whole unit by pulling it carefully backwards
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2 screws fixing bag

hanger to strain gauge
2 screws fixing strain

gauge to support
bag hanger
strain gauge
support
stop nut strain gauge connector
● unscrew the 2 screws fixing the bag hanger to the strain gauge, with 1 of them,
first remove the stop nut
● unscrew the 2 screws fixing the strain gauge to the support
● remove the strain gauge and replace with another one
● perform the dismantling actions in the reverse way and replace the stop nut.
● Make sure that the stop nut is placed approximately 1 mm from the holder to
allow enough scale movement.
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8.19 SEALING HEAD
Be sure that the sealing heads are clean and dry. When blood or other dirt is inside the
heads clean them before reusing.
Cleaning can be done by unscrewing the two Allen screws on the top of the head and
removing the top. Remove the dirt and make sure that the sealing heads are dry.
Close the heads again after cleaning.
ADJUSTMENT
No adjustment necessary.
REPLACEMENT
● 2,5; 3,0 mm Allen Keys
If a welding head does not shut properly, or if it does not weld, make sure:
● that there is no dirt in the clamp
● that the air supply is correct
● that the BNC cable is connected to the generator
● that the generator is working correctly
If these points are positive, change the welding head:

● disconnect the air supply to the clamp
● disconnect the BNC plug of the HF generator
● unscrew and remove the 2 screws on the upper part of the clamp
● unscrew the 4 fixing screws on the clamp and remove the clamp
2 screws attaching
the top cover to the clamp
4 screws attaching
the clamp to the case
● place the new clamp in position and fix it

● reconnect the compressed air and the BNC plug
● replace the back plate
P.S. It is possible to place a sealing head in another direction if needed. There are 4
directions possible.
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8.20 PROTECTION AGAINST EMC DISTURBANCES

To prevent EMC disturbances, 5 ferrites were placed around:
● The back panel ground cable. ● The Plasma scale flat cable
● The barcode reader connector cable ● The screen to CPU Board flat cable
● The display to display driver board ribbon cable
(No picture available)
EMC = ElectroMagnetic Compatibility.
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9. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
WARNING Before cleaning the unit, switch off the power and disconnect the power
cord.
General cleaning
Always keep the T-ACE II+ clean.
Clean the surface of the T-ACE II+ with soft clots saturated with mild detergent or
a chlorhexidine gluconate solution of less than 0.5%.
When cleaning the T-ACE II+, be careful not to spill any cleaning solutions inside
the instrument. If this occurs, do not operate the instrument.
Professional cleaning and service is required if any liquid (blood, blood product,
cleaning solution or other fluid) is spilled into the internal components of the
machine.
Cleaning the flow regulator and the OD-sensor

Keep the flow regulator and the OD-sensor dry (during normal operation, make
sure that the outside wall of the tube is dry).
If some liquid has been spilled inside, dry the inner parts with a tissue (make sure
no fibres are left inside).
Cleaning the optical detectors on the press

Keep the optical detectors dry (during normal operation, do not use bags that are
wet on the outside).
If some liquid or dirt is spilled on the detectors, dry and clean the parts with a
tissue.
Cleaning the sealing heads

Keep the sealing heads dry (during normal operation, do not use bags that are
wet on the outside).
If some liquid or dirt is spilled into the heads, dry and clean the parts immediately
with a tissue. To clean the electrodes, open the sealing head by unscrewing the
two screws with the Allen key. Do not damage the electrodes with sharp edged
tools.
CAUTION • Abrasive solutions such as acetone, ammoniac or similar, organic

solvents or alcohols shall not be used!
• Do not use sharp edged tools as they can damage the units.
• Do not dip the units in liquid, as they are not waterproof. Intruding
liquid causes malfunction.
(Preventive) maintenance
− To assure safe, trouble free operation, please have your T-ACE II+ serviced at
least every 12 months, depending on the frequency of use.
− If you experience a system failure, please call Terumo or your local Terumo
representative for servicing. When calling for servicing, please be able to
describe the problem and have the serial number available so that faster
handling of the repair will be possible.
− Do not attempt to dismantle or repair the unit. Only qualified personnel are
authorized to service the machine.
WARNING • Disconnect input power before replacing a fuse.

• To avoid fire hazard replace only with specified type and rated fuse
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If you have a technical question or you need support, please feel free to call one of the
toll free numbers in the list below or send a fax to +32 16 381420.
Technical Support - Medical Electronics

℡ Call Free number from
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F 0800-908793 I 800-785891 UK 0800-9179659
D 0800-1808183 NL 0800-0222810 N 800-12270
GR 00800-3212721 E 900-963251 S 020-791373
Other countries call +32 16 381204 at international rates
E-mail: meservice@terumo-europe.com
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10. Symbol LS-2208 bar code reader set-up
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For other settings, please refer to the bar code reader manual.
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11. Inspection sheet

The inspection sheet is in annex.
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12. Spare part list
Code Description
ME-TACE2 T-ACE II+

ME+05TA2P01 Ethernet module
ME+05TA2P02 WiFi module
ME-05TA2P03 Router + T-SOFT
ME-05TA2P04 Wireless router + T-SOFT
ME+05TA2P05 CPU board T-ACE II+

ME+05TA205 Detection board press
ME+05TA2P06 PCB interface T-ACE II+
ME+05TA207 PCB operation indicator
ME+05TA2P07 PCB scale amplifier T-ACE II+
ME+05TA2P08 Display T-ACE II+
ME+05TA2P09 Cable CPU - Electronic valves T-ACE II+
ME+05TA61 Cable CPU - Detection board press
AC power cable Schuko (3 m long;3x1,0
ME+05CABLE01 mm²;7001)
ME+05CABLE02 AC power cable Italian (3 m long;3x1,0 mm²;7001)
ME+05CABLE03 AC power cable U.K. (3 m long;3x1,0 mm²;7001)
ME+05TA211 Power supply +5V/+15V
ME+05TA15 Power switch and fuse holder
ME+05TA212 Press position detector
ME+05TA21 Step Motor
ME+05TA2P10 Keypad T-ACE II+
ME+05TA214 Door closing detection
ME+05TA40 Microswitch
ME+05TA2P11 Flow regulator detection
ME+05TA217 Scale strain gauge
ME+05TA218 Fuse 2 AT
ME+05TA219 Sealing head
ME+05TA219R Sealing head repair
ME+05TA220 Sealing head top
ME+05TA46 Sealing head electrode
ME+05TA221 Sealing unit fast connection clip
ME+05TA222 Sealing unit
ME+05TA222R Sealing unit repair
ME+05TA223 Optical cables (pack of 5)
ME+05TA224 Connection box
ME+05TA224R Connection box repair
ME+05TA225 Power supply module
ME+05TA225R Power supply module repair
ME+05TA226 RF-module
ME+05TA226R RF-module repair
ME+05TA227 24V output card
ME+05TA228 LF-module
ME+05TA229 Cable power supply to 24V
ME+05TA230 Cable 24V to RF
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ME+05TA231 Cable 24V out

ME+05TA232 Cable RF to switch box
ME+05TA233 Cable coaxial
ME+05TA234 Label press detectors
ME+05TA2P12 Label air inlet
ME+05TA2P13 Label bar code reader
ME+05TA237 Label clamp 1 to 5
ME+05TA2P14 Label fuses 2x2AT
ME+05TA2P15 Label Ethernet
ME+05TA22 Filter and regulation valve
ME+05TA2P16 Air inlet connection on back plate
ME+05TA239 Quick connector
ME+05TA240 L quick connector
ME+05TA241 Valve terminal
ME+05TA242 Silencer
ME+05TA243 Press piston
ME+05TA244 One-way flow control valve 1/8
ME+05TA245 Door piston
ME+05TA246 One-way flow control valve M5
ME+05TA47 Outside air connector "L"
ME+05TA48 Outside air connector "T"
ME+05TA49 Outside air tube (3 m)
ME+05TA247 Spring L
ME+05TA248 Spring R
ME+05TA249 Door shock absorber
ME+05TA250 Silicone door protection
ME+05TA2P17 Plexi display T-ACE II+
ME+05TA252 Plexi operation indicator
ME+05TA253 Door + reflectors
ME+05TA2P18 Door + hinge
ME+05TA254 Press protection T-ACE II
ME+05TA255 Bag support
ME+05TA256 Click-tip breaker
ME+05TA257 Press guidance
ME+05TA50 200 g weight
ME+05TA258 Software Upgrade chip
ME+05TA259 Servicing kit (press detection+scale adjustment)
ME+05TA08 Air compressor
ME+05TA72 Air compressor 110V
ME+05TA260 Bar code reader Symbol
ME+05TA74 Oil for compressor
ME+05TA2HF Filter holder
ME+05TA2SF Soft filter holder
ME+05TA2P19 Cardboard packaging
ME+05TA2P20L Lower packaging protection
ME+05TA2P20U Upper Packaging protection
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SERVICE MANUAL

2. SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS ........................................................................ 3

2. SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS

Attention: See instructions for use This way up

Product code Handle with care

Serial number Keep dry

Separate collection for electrical and Temperature limitation

This product complies with the requirements of EC Directive 89/336/EEC for

DEFINITIONS (technical information):

3. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

4. SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES

Product code: ME-TACE2

WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may

5. PROCEDURES FOR USE

5.1. GETTING STARTED

• bar code reader with

5.2. CONFIGURATION T-ACE II+ NETWORK

NOTE Communication cannot be established without the optional wired/wireless

2. In real production, 3 T-ACE II+ machines can be simultaneously operated by 1

3. Maximum 3 T-ACE II+ machines can be connected to the optional Sil-Air

Example 1 - wired configuration

ID n°1 ID n°2 ID n°3 ID n°4

Example 2 - wireless configuration

ID n°1 ID n°2 ID n°3 ID n°4

5.3. SYSTEM SET-UP

WARNING To avoid electrical shock, the protective grounding conductor in the

Example 1: Conventional Quadruple bag Example 2: Top-and-bottom triple bag

5.4. START OPERATION

initialising T-ACE II+ - self-check

5.5. WORKING WITH AN AIR COMPRESSOR

2. If more than one T-ACE II+ is connected to a compressor, it is necessary to replace

Air outlet regulation valve ON/OFF switch

Air outlet manometer Air inlet manometer

5.6 WORKING WITH COMPUTER CONNECTION

NOTE Communication cannot be established without the optional wired/wireless

4) Press “STOP” and switch ‘OFF’ the machine.

6) Press “STOP” to continue the self-check.

If the maximum amount of machines is connected, an overload error will be generated:

initialising network - ! ATTENTION !

initialising network - ! ATTENTION !

When installation is successful, the start menu will be shown.

5.7. CALIBRATION OF THE SCALES

During installation, or whenever the T-ACE II+ is moved, it is strongly advised to

Make sure the balances are unloaded and press “START”.

DAY / MONTH / YEAR

To reach the servicing menu, press “MENU” in the start menu:

The program selection menu will then be displayed:

After pressing “menu” again, push 10 times “start” as password.

UPLOAD PARAMETERS, ANALOG INPUTS and NUMERIC POTENTIOMETERS are the

Firmware version 1.x

plasma scale weight 001

flow regulator detection 1.38

press detection LED X 0.41

press position detection 0.39

bc/rbc scale weight

plasma scale weight

flow regulator detection

press detection LED X

press position detection

bc/rbc scale 0.150

plasma scale 0.150

press detection LED 2 0.44

flow regulator detection 1.38

press detection LED 2