RoadRunner Owner's Manual - Data I/O Corporation

Operation • Operator Functions •• Setting Up RoadRunner for a Programming JobOperator FunctionsChanging the Actuator PlateThe Actuator Plate is used to open the sockets on the Socket Adapter so thatthe devices can be placed inside.Non-adjustable Actuator Plates are used on standard RoadRunners only—not XLF models. These non-adjustable Actuator Plates have unique shapesdesigned to work with specific adapters.3To change the Actuator Plate (all types):1. Ensure that the actuator is in the up-position (sockets closed). If it isdown, shut off the air supply.2. Push the Emergency-Stop button.3. Lift off the Robotics Cover.4. Push the PNP head away from the Actuator Plate by hand to allow roomto work. (Do not attempt to push the PNP head with the E-Stop unemployed.First push the E-Stop.)5. Pull the Actuator Plate away from the RoadRunner by sliding it outfrom the grooved brackets.If you have a FlashPAKdesktop programmer, youmay be able to use yourRoadRunner ActuatorPlate on your FlashPAK.To check if the plate PartNumber (PN) required isthe same, use TaskLink:(1) select the appropriateProgramming System,(2) edit a Task,(3) in the Task tab selectyour primary device,(4) click Footnotes to seethe PN required.Figure 3-7—Changing the Actuator Plate6. Slide the correct Actuator Plate into the grooved brackets, ensuring thatit snaps firmly into place.Non-symmetrical plates are marked with an arrow indicating the directionto insert it.7. Release the Emergency-Stop button.NOTE: Without a job card inserted, the topics below cannot beaccomplished. See “Supervisor Functions” on page 3-24 for creatinga job card.Adjusting an Adjustable Actuator PlateThe adjustable Actuator Plate is used on XLF RoadRunners to open thesockets on the Socket Adapter so that the devices can be placed inside. There3—8 Data I/O • ProLINE-RoadRunner Owner’s Manual • 096-0240 [updated Mar2010]