Manual

Operation 3-1
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Operation
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Section 4 – Safety must be read along with this section before operating the
system.
Theory of Operation
Century Series Systems are streamlined, easy to use machines that offer a wide range of
flexibility while maintaining quality dispensing performance. Figure 3-1 and Figure 3-2
illustrate typical operation activity for the two main modes of operation: Programming
Mode and Production Mode.
In these operation examples, all configurations are considered and included. However, your
detailed system operation may vary depending upon the options installed on your system.
Dispensing programs are created using Fluidmove, either FMDOS or FMW. The Control
Panel is used to “teach” dispensing patterns. The Vision System allows a close-up view of
the substrate to improve the accuracy of the pattern definitions.
When preparing the system for dispensing, a part is placed on the tooling plate and secured
with the tooling pins and/or vacuum. The desired dispensing program is selected. In
FMDOS, the dispensing program can either be downloaded to the dispensing system
memory allowing the computer system to be detached from the Century Series System or the
dispensing program can be run directly from the computer. In FMW, the dispensing program
is always run directly from the computer.
The Vision System, Height Sensor and Needle Sensor commands are executed during
production runs. The Height Sensor checks the height to ensure accurate dispensing height.
The Needle Sensor locates the needle with respect to the system Home position.