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If an Ethernet module was purchased with the system, the proper setting has to be changed to measure the extruder’s RPM with communications. For details on changing the settings for measuring the extruder’s RPM, please refer to the Addendum 7-4.

The controller will be factory set to use the Ethernet module if it has been supplied.

Final Connections

Connect the rate monitor to the appropriate power source.

Connect the compressed air piping, ensuring that a 5-micron air filter is installed, along with the proper water trap. Verify that 60-psi of clean, dry compressed air is supplied to the GH Hopper.

After powering up the rate monitor, the following screen will be shown:

Figure 13: Display Startup Screen

Touch here to skip quickly to the Recipe Screen (Next Screen in sequence).

Note: It may take 45-50 seconds for the screen to appear.

This screen displays the software version of both the PLC and the Panel View. The Controller will stay on this screen for about 10 seconds or you can touch the ACS icon to quickly skip to the Recipe Screen (Next Screen in sequence). The software versions are also available on the Panel View Configuration Screen.

Figure 14: GH-M Display Main (Recipe) Screen

To access the Setup Menu to change the controller features, refer to the following pages of this manual.

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