OPERATION
LANGUAGE SETTING
Different languages may be accessed and selected when the first message “HELLO” appears by using the PLUS key. Translations of the message “HELLO” into different languages according to geographic areas are then displayed each time the PLUS key is pressed.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
To set the date and time, scroll until “DATE AND TIME” is displayed. Set the date and time by pressing the PLUS or MINUS keys. Confirm using the VALID key.
Depending on how the unit is configured, the “DATE TIME” message may not be displayed if the most succinct level of operator dialogue is used.
PRINTING DATA
To print the data stored in memory:
1.Make sure that the unit is connected to a power source.
2.Connect either a serial printer
When using a serial printer, make sure:
1.that the serial printer communication parameters are set correctly:
•9600 bauds
•no parity
•8 data bits
•1 stop bit
2.that the correct serial cable is used.
3.Make sure the printer is ONLINE and READY.
4.Turn on the unit and scroll to the IMPRESSION step, available by the automatic detection by the system of the presence of a printer.
5.Select the output mode:
•Welding number
•Operator ID
•Date
•All
6.Confirm choice using the VALID key.
INFORMATION ON DATA TRACKING
MANUAL DATA ENTRY
Some areas may require manual data entry:
•Operator stamp
•Location, district code, line, mileage point, track and rail line
•Type of metal deposition
•Type of power source
•Type of rail
•Type of resurfacing.
Two types of manual entries are possible:
1. Character by character mode.
Pressing the PLUS or MINUS keys causes the allowable characters to be displayed each character is confirmed by the VALID key.
2.
Pressing the PLUS or MINUS keys causes the various pre- programmed values to be displayed. Each value is then confirmed by pressing the VALID key. When the characters
AUTOMATIC DATA ENTRY
Data can also be acquired by reading bar codes.
Depending on the software installed in the unit and according to the user companies’ specifications, data may be acquired automatically. Depending on these specifications, data may be required or optional.
The software includes a standard operator description card with a
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