Sonics E-Press - Manual (Page 20)

Sonics E-Press Manual Page 20
the parameter display mode, or the Align button to continue viewing current settings. The system
must be returned to the ready screen prior to initiating the next weld cycle.
Align Function – To use the Align function, simply depress the Align button, but do not hold it down as
above. The LCD screen will display the Align Mode screen with a message indicating “Home to Abort,
Palm Buttons to Start.” Press and hold the palm buttons until the display reads: “Head is in Position.
Press Home when Done.”
If the palm buttons are released too early, the LCD screen will display the message “Head is not Down.
Press Home and Try Again.”
8.4 Home Button
– The Home button is used to return the assembly to the up or home position after the teach
or align function. It is also used to exit the Align parameter display mode as described and/or to abort the
teach or align function.
8.5 Teach Button
- The Teach button is used to initiate the Teach function when used in coordination with the
palm buttons.
Teach Function
– Press the Teach button to enter the Teach mode. As instructed on the LCD screen,
press both palm buttons and hold them to extend the horn to an unwelded part. The horn will apply the
programmed force on the part and stop. Continue to hold the buttons until the distance to the part is
displayed on the LCD screen, i.e., “2.9990 in. to Part. Press Home when Done.”
At this point, the position has been “taught” and it is OK to press the Home button to return the head to the
Home position. If the palm buttons are released before the horn contacts the parts, the display will read
“ Position has not been Taught. Press Home and Try Again.”
8.6 Reset Button
– There is a Reset button located at the back of the controller. Press the reset button to
restart the motion controller after a motor stall, usually caused by excessive applied force or if the distances or
speeds have been set outside the practical application. Check the program settings and re-teach the system.