AMS Controls Open Loop Controller MP350

Press SETUP until the screen in figure 3-5 appears

Select the number for 'Trim Cal'

Enter the actual measured length of the last part cut

Would you like to update the current correction factor with the new value?

Use CALIBRATE TRIM when part lengths are incorrect but consistent (e.g., all parts 3/16” long)

Ensure the MP300 SERIES controller is powered on

Verify the accuracy of the measuring device

Select the measuring device used

Press the SETUP key until the calibration screen appears

Enter the calibration length to be run (default is 120 inches)

Is the calibration length longer than 4 feet?

Activate the shear using the CYCLE switch on the front panel.

Did the SHEAR output turn on for the SHEAR DWELL time or until the SHEAR COMPLETE input switch closed?

Adjustments made to SHEAR DWELL time or SHEAR COMPLETE switch position

Manual Press Testing (With Punching Only)

Activate the punch using the MANUAL PUNCH input.

Did the Punch output turn on for the PUNCH DWELL time or until the PUNCH COMPLETE input switch closed?

Adjustments made to PRESS DWELL time or PRESS COMPLETE switch position

Measure voltage at the connectors before plugging in

Is the polarity of the 24 VDC correct for panel mount version?

Measure 120 VAC from pin J to pin K

Measure 120 VAC from pin J to pin L

Measure 0 VAC from pin K to pin L

Connector Plug-in and Power Reapplication

Ensure the machine is powered off before starting the procedure.

Verify that the MP300 SERIES controller is properly installed and connected.

Deceleration Factor Mode Selection

Select the DECEL FACTOR MODE for testing

Is the DECEL FACTOR automatically maintained by the controller?

Record the DECEL FACTOR value in In/Sec2