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Instruction BookDeLaval voluntary milking systemVMS model 2008

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Table of contentsDeLaval voluntary milking system VMS.................................................................................................. 3

Safety precautions.................................................................................................................... 3

Warnings and cautions .............................................................................................. 3

Safety during operation.............................................................................................. 4

Laser radiation............................................................................................. 9

Safety during maintenance and service................................................................... 11

Position of warning stickers ....................................................................... 18

General description ................................................................................................................ 21

Introduction .............................................................................................................. 21

Multi-purpose arm...................................................................................... 22

Camera unit ............................................................................................... 23

Magazine ................................................................................................... 24

Milking module........................................................................................... 24

Teat preparation module ........................................................................... 29

Stall and gates........................................................................................... 30

Hydraulic pump unit ................................................................................... 32

Cleaning unit.............................................................................................. 33

Power box.................................................................................................. 34

Electrical box ............................................................................................. 34

Feeding module......................................................................................... 34

Service switch............................................................................................ 35

Management and supervision.................................................................................. 35

Data communication and the VMS management software ....................... 35

Multiple systems ........................................................................................ 36

Establishing communication ...................................................................... 36

Integration with ALPRO WE ...................................................................... 37

Error detection and remote accessing....................................................... 37

Database management ............................................................................. 38

Operation................................................................................................................................ 39

General advice for operating VMS........................................................................... 39

Starting, restarting and shutting off the milking station.............................. 39

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Restarting the milking station after an emergency stop............................. 40

Switching between automatic and manual mode ...................................... 41

Fetch and start positions ........................................................................... 42

Achieving successful teatcup attachment.................................................. 43

Working in manual mode........................................................................... 45

Common manual tasks ............................................................................................ 47

Starting the milking station for automatic operation................................... 47

Shutting off the milking station................................................................... 48

Restarting the milking station .................................................................... 49

Switching from manual to automatic mode................................................ 49

Switching from automatic to manual mode................................................ 49

Stopping the multi-purpose arm ................................................................ 50

Miscellaneous tasks................................................................................................. 51

Parking the multi-purpose arm .................................................................. 51

Setting the multi-purpose arm to service mode ......................................... 51

Restarting the milking station after a power failure.................................... 52

Starting the hydraulic pump unit after oil temperature, oil level or motorprotection alarms ....................................................................................... 52

Shutting down the hydraulic pump unit...................................................... 54

Depressurising the hydraulic system......................................................... 54

Resetting motor protection and control fuse.............................................. 54

A complete manual milking procedure..................................................................... 56

Stall and feeding functions....................................................................................... 59

Manual identification ................................................................................................ 60

Change of destination................................................................................ 60

Attaching teatcups by hand...................................................................................... 63

Attaching one cup at a time ....................................................................... 63

Attaching two cups at a time...................................................................... 64

Support of milk tubes ............................................................................................... 65

Emptying the receiver and purging the milk lines .................................................... 66

Shutting off the compressed-air to the gates ........................................................... 67

Tank emptying ......................................................................................................... 67

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Tank emptying process Flow controlled cooling (FCC) ............................. 68

Options ...................................................................................................... 68

Tank emptying FCC: milk delivery to tank is stopped immediately ........... 69

Tank emptying FCC: milk delivery to tank is delayed................................ 71

Tank emptying: tank systems from other manufacturers........................... 73

Tank emptying process: VMS/IN cooling systems .................................... 75

Tank emptying: DeLaval storage tanks ..................................................... 76

Tank emptying: storage tanks from other manufacturers .......................... 77

Determining cup and start positions......................................................................... 79

General principle ....................................................................................... 79

Determining the positions of all teatcups at the same time ....................... 82

Determining positions of individual teatcups ............................................. 84

Determining the position of the teat preparation cup................................. 85

Determining the position of the camera cleaner (sponge)......................... 85

Determining all teat positions at the same time......................................... 86

Determining individual teat positions ......................................................... 89

Automatic determining/determination of all teat positions ......................... 90

Verification of determined positions ......................................................................... 92

Verifying the positions of the teatcups....................................................... 93

Verifying the position of the teat preparation cup ...................................... 93

Verifying the teat positions ........................................................................ 93

Searching for teats .................................................................................... 94

VMS cleaning........................................................................................................................................ 95

Operation................................................................................................................................ 95

Contents................................................................................................................... 95

General advice for achieving good cleaning results ................................................ 95

Water quality.............................................................................................. 95

Detergent consumption and concentration................................................ 96

Water temperature..................................................................................... 96

Hot water supply........................................................................................ 97

Detergents and detergent dosing............................................................................. 97

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Alkaline dominant cleaning scheme .......................................................... 97

Alternating acid and alkaline detergent ..................................................... 98

Shelf life of detergents............................................................................... 99

Dosing parameters................................................................................................... 99

Maintenance and calibration .................................................................................... 99

Starting cleaning or rinsing from the touch screen................................................. 100

Starting cleaning and rinsing manually.................................................... 100

Viewing the progress of a cleaning process .......................................................... 101

DeLaval voluntary milking system VMS.............................................................................................. 103

Maintenance......................................................................................................................... 103

Introduction ............................................................................................................ 103

Daily checklist ........................................................................................................ 103

Overall performance ................................................................................ 104

Management software ............................................................................. 106

Vacuum pump ......................................................................................... 107

Atlas Copco SF4 Full-feature compressor............................................... 107

Hydraulic pump unit ................................................................................. 108

Cleaning detergent .................................................................................. 109

Daily maintenance ................................................................................................. 109

Cleaning equipment................................................................................. 109

Preparations for working safely ............................................................... 109

Cleaning of magazine, teatcups and milk tubes ...................................... 111

Cleaning of teat preparation cup ............................................................. 112

Cleaning of end effector .......................................................................... 112

Cleaning of camera window .................................................................... 113

Cleaning of feeding module..................................................................... 115

Cleaning of stall and floor ........................................................................ 117

Change of filter sock................................................................................ 118

Weekly maintenance.............................................................................................. 120

Milk filter unit: cleaning interior parts ....................................................... 120

Cleaning of cow-detection sensors.......................................................... 121

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Check of teat preparation module ........................................................... 122

Check of Oil recirculation system (ORS) ................................................. 122

Maintenance every third week ............................................................................... 123

Change of liners ...................................................................................... 123

Check of Oil recirculation system (ORS) ................................................. 128

Monthly maintenance............................................................................................. 128

Change of flexible double-tubes .............................................................. 128

Check of multi-purpose arm .................................................................... 130

Check of Atlas Copco SF4 Full-feature compressor ............................... 130

Vacuum pump: DeLaval DVP-F .............................................................. 131

Bi-monthly activities ............................................................................................... 131

Removing hair from udders ..................................................................... 131

Yearly maintenance ............................................................................................... 131

Change of hydraulic pump unit oil filter ................................................... 131

Lubrication of hinges on the gates........................................................... 132

Milk refrigeration .................................................................................................... 133

Maintenance schedule: a summary ....................................................................... 134

Milk sampler........................................................................................................................................ 137

Operation.............................................................................................................................. 137

About collecting milk samples................................................................................ 137

Collecting milk samples ......................................................................................... 137

Connecting the milk sampler ................................................................... 137

Starting a sampling sequence ................................................................. 139

Stopping a sampling sequence ............................................................... 140

Maintenance......................................................................................................................... 141

About carrying out maintenance ............................................................................ 141

Manual cleaning ...................................................................................... 141

Additional maintenance.......................................................................................... 143

Changing hoses....................................................................................... 143

DeLaval online cell counter OCC........................................................................................................ 147

Operation.............................................................................................................................. 147

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Introduction ............................................................................................................ 147

Connections............................................................................................. 147

User interface......................................................................................................... 147

Management software ............................................................................. 148

Touch screen........................................................................................... 148

Maintenance......................................................................................................................... 149

DeLaval voluntary milking system VMS.............................................................................................. 153

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................... 153

Introduction ............................................................................................................ 153

Alarms.................................................................................................................... 153

Error codes .............................................................................................. 153

Types of alarms ....................................................................................... 154

Meaning and actions ............................................................................... 155

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EC Declaration of ConformityEC Declaration of Conformity

Name of product: DeLaval voluntary milking system VMSName of product: DeLaval voluntary milking system VMSType: VMS milking station, left: 94765080 through 82Type: VMS milking station, left: 94765080 through 82

VMS milking station, right: 94765180 through 82VMS milking station, right: 94765180 through 82

The product complies with requirements of the following directives:The product complies with requirements of the following directives:73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC (Low Voltage Directive)73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC (Low Voltage Directive)89/336/EEC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility)89/336/EEC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility)98/37/EG (Machine Directive)98/37/EG (Machine Directive)

Harmonized standards which have been used:Harmonized standards which have been used:EN 60204 - 1 :2006, (LVD)EN 60204 - 1 :2006, (LVD)EN 61000(2002)+A1(2002), EN 55011(1998)+A1(1999)+A2(2002), (EMC)EN 61000(2002)+A1(2002), EN 55011(1998)+A1(1999)+A2(2002), (EMC)EN ISO 218-1:2006, EN775:1992, (MD)EN ISO 218-1:2006, EN775:1992, (MD)

National technical standards and specifications which have been used:National technical standards and specifications which have been used:VMS0612-001 (test report EMC from Delta)VMS0612-001 (test report EMC from Delta)VMS0612-002 (test report LVD from Semko)VMS0612-002 (test report LVD from Semko)VMS0612-003 (test report MD from Semko)VMS0612-003 (test report MD from Semko)VMS0612-004 (Technical construction file VMS)VMS0612-004 (Technical construction file VMS)

Other identifying data:Other identifying data:The product is CE-marked.The product is CE-marked.

Date: 2007-12-11 Signed:Date: 2007-12-11 Signed:

Name: Andrew TurnerName: Andrew TurnerPosition: Vice PresidentPosition: Vice PresidentBusiness Unit: PA Milking SystemsBusiness Unit: PA Milking Systems

Name and address of manufacturer: Name and address of agent:Name and address of manufacturer: Name and address of agent:DeLaval International ABDeLaval International ABP.O. Box 39P.O. Box 39SE-147 21 Tumba, SwedenSE-147 21 Tumba, Sweden

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DeLaval voluntarymilking system VMS

Safety precautions

Warnings and cautionsWarnings and cautions provide importantinformation that is intended to preventincorrect or hazardous use of equipment,machinery or software.

The following list defines the different typesused in this manual:

Danger: Refers to imminent and severerisk. Failure to comply with instruction willresult in serious injury or death.

Warning: Refers to a potential but severerisk. Failure to comply with instruction couldresult in injury or death.

Caution: Refers to a limited risk. Failure tocomply with instruction could result in minorinjury or product damage.

Note: Is intended to draw attention tospecific points of importance in the text.

The following signs are used in this manual:

• Risk of danger

• Risk of damage to the equipment

• Risk of electric shock

• Risk of laser radiation

• Risk of pinching

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• Risk of hot surface

• Risk of squeezing/crushing

• Risk for corrosive chemicals

• Risk of slipping on the floor

• Risk of falling into pit

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Note: To ensure a safe and correct use ofthe VMS, read the manual before you startto to use the VMS.

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Prohibited: Minors and unauthorizedpersonnel are not allowed within the milkingroom, unless accompanied by a responsibleadult with adequate knowledge.

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Warning: The VMS system should only beoperated by personnel trained by DeLaval.This concerns all parts of the system.

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Warning: The area within the dotted lines isthe working range for the milking station.This area is not safe when the milkingstation is in operation, especially inautomatic mode. Do not stay in this arealonger than necessary.

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Note: Floor markings indicates the workingrange of the multi-purpose arm.

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Warning: When pressing the emergencystop, the inertial energy in the multi-purposearm will allow it to continue to move up toone meter. The multi-purpose arm will betotally stopped within approximately onesecond.

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Service mode Working mode

Warning: To avoid the risk of being injuredby moving parts on the milking station,always set the service switch to servicemode before entering the working range ofthe milking station.

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Warning: Do not allow unauthorizedpersonnel and children to be close to theVMS system.

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Warning: Risk of falling into pit (if present).

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Warning: Do not stay within working rangeof the multi-purpose arm longer thannecessary. If you need to carry out taskswithin the working range of the arm, forexample attaching teatcups by hand orchecking udder health, always set theservice switch to service mode, then parkthe arm. Deactivating the multi-purpose armprovides additional safety.

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Warning: Do not stay within the workingrange of the gates. They can move withoutwarning and there is a risk of being hit orsqueezed. Always set the service switch toservice mode if you need to work near thegates.

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Warning: Never put any part of your bodybetween the multi-purpose arm and themagazine when the milking station is inoperation. You may become seriouslyinjured.

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Warning: Keep away from themulti-purpose arm. Risk of pinching at thejunction between the lower arm (A) and thecylinder (B). Your hand or fingers maybecome caught and crushed.

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Warning: Keep away from the cleaningshelf area. During backflush and cleaning,the cleaning shelf tilts upwards and yourhands or fingers may become seriouslyinjured.

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Rear plate

Rear gable

Mangersupport

Front gable

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Warning: Never put any part of your bodybetween the rear plate and the rear gable,between the manger support and the frontgable. You may become seriously injured.

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Warning: Never put any part of your bodyinside the milking station when cow is in themilking station. You might be seriouslyinjured.

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Warning: The gates are automaticallyoperated. Never enter the milking stationwithout setting the service switch in servicemode.

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Caution: Be careful not to hit your head onthe structure overhead, when working in themilking station.

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Warning: Always keep the floor around themilking station clean. A slippery floor posesa safety hazard.

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Warning: Make sure that every cow isgiven the time she needs to becomeaccustomed to the milking station. A forcedtime schedule might make a cow panicduring a milking session, which could resultin injuries.

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Caution: The sound pressure overrides83dB(A) during teat cleaning.

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Caution: Laser radiation. Do not stare intothe beam.

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Lasers

The lasers are used during the procedureslisted below. The controls related to theprocedures are performed on the touchscreen, which are referred to windows andbuttons. The names of the windows areprinted in italics, the names of the buttons inbold face.

The lasers are used:

• When the multi-purpose arm is attachingcups. This concerns both automatic andmanual mode. Prepare Cow for Milking:Clean Teats; Teat Attach and Milking:Attach Cups Auto. These buttons areonly used in manual mode.

• When determining teat positions. RobotTeaching: Teach All Teat Positions,Teach Teat Pos, Auto Teach.

• When verifying teat positions and testingthat the arm can find teats. Robot Control:Test Start Positions, Attach WithoutCups.

• When testing the lasers. Robot Service:Main Laser, Teat Laser.

• When testing misc codes 55 (activatesthe two laser lines) and 66 (restarts theCamera unit). Test misc codes: VMS >Robot Service > Test Misc.

• When using the camera image menu toprovide an image of what the Camera unitsees. Camera image menu: VMS >Robot Control > Analyze CameraImage.

• When starting the milking station bypressing Start (I) button on the On/Off boxafter an emergency stop.

• During maintenance and repair: whenre-connecting the power to the cameraunit.

Note: It is not allowed to dismantle thelasers.

Note: The lasers may not be adjustedon-site.

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Warning: Use of controls, adjustments orperformance of procedures other than thosespecified herein may result in hazardousradiation.

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Warning: Service should only be carriedout by personnel with the proper trainingand authorisation. This concerns all parts ofthe system.

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Mainswitch

VMS power box

Danger: Always shut down the milkingstation and switch off the electrical powersupply (by turning the main switchanti-clockwise) before service or repair ofthe electrical system is carried out. Useappropriate lockout/tagout procedures tomake sure that the power is not switched onwithout your knowledge.

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Note: Use the touch screen to shut downthe milking station. The programs executedin the milking station will then be terminatedproperly.

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Warning: To avoid the risk of being injuredby moving parts on the milking station,always set the service switch to servicemode before entering the working range ofthe milking station.

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Guardmaster information is valid for the USonly.

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VMS guardmaster box

Danger: Always switch off the electricalpower supply to the VMS guardmaster box before opening the cover to theguardmaster box.

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(Part of the upper beam.)

Main valve for compressed-air to the milking station.

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Warning: Always shut off the maincompressed-air supply to the milking stationbefore performing service or making repairs.

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Note: Even if the compress-air supply hasbeen shut off, be aware that the

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multi-purpose arm can still move.- If service switch is in working mode.- If service switch is in service mode and

the safety button is pressed, and someoperation is started.

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Hydraulic pump unit

Hydraulic accumulator

Warning: The VMS system contains oneaccumulator on the upper part of the arm(bracket). Note that the multi-purpose armcan move even though the hydraulic pumpunit has been shut down. Turn off thehydraulic pump unit and depressurise theaccumulator on the bracket beforeperforming service or making repairs.

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Warning: For additional safety, deactivatethe multi-purpose arm. Always set theservice switch to service mode whencarrying out external cleaning or whenperforming other kind of maintenance worksuch as exchanging liners.

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Lower arm

Warning: Be careful when cleaning the endeffector. The lower arm has its own airsupply and its parts can still move even ifthe arm is deactivated and the hydraulicsystem is depressurised. Shut off the maincompress-air supply to deactivate the lowerarm parts.

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Warning: The cleaning detergents containcorrosive chemicals. Be extremely carefulwhen handling corrosive chemicals. Usegoggles and protective gloves.

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Warning: The multi-purpose arm is drivenby hydraulic oil. Avoid skin contact whenhandling oil. Repeated contact with the oilmay cause severe skin injury. Useprotective gloves. Keep away from childrenand animals.

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Warning: Dispose used oil properly. Safetysheet data will be available on demand. Askyour DeLaval service engineer.

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Note: External cleaning of the milkingstation should be carried out three times aday. Dirt, dust and feed residues can attractbacteria and insects. Parts that shouldreceive special attention are the manger,rear plate, the teatcups and the teatpreparation cup.

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Warning: Even if the station is in manualmode, be careful when cleaning parts thatcan move such as the feeding module, therear plate, the magazine, and the gates.You may become seriously injured.

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Membrane valves at thestorage tank(s).

Warning: Never use your fingers directlywhen carrying out external cleaning of theVMS system, for example when cleaningthe membrane valves at the storage tank(s)and the milking station. Use a brush insteadto avoid hurting your fingers or harming yourskin with detergents.

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Warning:The cleaning containers gets hotduring cleaning. Allow to cool before service.

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Caution: Never leave pitchforks, brooms orother tools leaning against the gates or themulti-purpose arm. This will prevent theseparts from moving normally, and couldresult in injuries on people or animals, aswell as mechanical damage on the milkingstation.

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Caution: Do not use spray cans containinginsecticides around the milking station. Thiswill damage the parts that are made ofplastic such as the tubes for compressed-air.

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Caution: Never use high-pressure cleaningequipment when cleaning the milking station.

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Caution: An ordinary water hose may beused when cleaning the milking station.However, use it carefully. Do not flush waterdirectly on the electrical box, and certainparts of the multi-purpose arm (see thepicture). Ensure that the electrical box hasits cover on during the cleaning procedure.

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Caution: Avoid using cleaning chemicalswhen cleaning certain parts of themulti-purpose arm, such as cylinders,accumulator, valve block etc. This maycause corrosion, or damage to rubber orplastic parts. Only use sponge whencleaning the arm.

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Caution: Do not leave modules or parts thatcontain electrical components open aftermaintenance or service. This concerns theelectrical box in particular, but also theupper beam and the milking module. Put thecovers back on to prevent dust and dirt fromcausing malfunction.

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The milking station is classified as IP55when all covers are in place.

Position of warning stickersThis section describes where the warningstickers are positioned on the milkingstation. A sticker must be replaced if it fallsoff. By safety reasons, all stickers must bekept clean and readable.

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1. Warning: Multi Hazard area.

• See warnings behind cover

• Stay outside of working area

• Only for trained operators

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• Remote/automatic startup

2. Warning: Pinch point.

3. Caution: Laser radiation.

4. Warning: Squeeze risk.

5. Warning: System contains anaccumulator. Depressurize before service.

6. Warning: Hot surface. Allow to coolbefore service.

7. Warning: Corrosive chemicals.

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8. Safety precautions: A summary of thewarning stickers. The warning stickers thatare indicated on different positions aresummed up on one list. However, there arefour extra warning signs, and informationabout the laser class, included in thissticker. The additional signs showed in thelist are the following:

• Read the manual.

• Caution: Floor slippery when wet.

• Caution: Risk of falling into pit (ifpresent).

• Prohibited: Minors not allowed within theVMS room, unless accompanied by aresponsible adult.

• Caution: Laser radiation. Do not stare intobeam.

Class 2 laser product. Wavelength 655 µm.Optical output power <15 mW. IEC 60825-1Edition 1.2 2001-08.Complies with FDACFR 1040.10-2005 with the exception fordeviations pursuant to Laser notice no. 50dated July 26th 2001.

9. Caution: Laser radiation.

10. Caution: Laser radiation. Do not stareinto the beam. Class 2 laser product.

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General description

IntroductionThis chapter briefly describes the functionsof the major components of the milkingstation. It also gives a general view of thedata communication between the milkingstation and the PC and how the othersystems (for example ALPRO WE) areintegrated to the VMS system.

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The milking station consists of the followingmain parts:

A. Multi-purpose arm

B. Camera unit

C. Magazine

D. Milking module

E. Teat preparation module

F. Stall and gates

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G. Hydraulic pump unit

H. Cleaning unit

I. Power box

J. Electrical box

K. Feeding module

L. Service switch

Multi-purpose arm

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Lower arm

Bracket

Cylinders

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The multi-purpose arm performs sevenbasic operations during milking:

• Fetching the teat preparation cup from itshome position.

• Holding and moving the teat preparationcup to each teat during teat preparation,and finally releasing the cup.

• Fetching the teatcups from the magazine.

• Locating and recognizing teats.

• Attaching the teatcups.

• Holding the milk tubes.

• Post-treatment of teats.

The arm is driven by hydraulic cylinders anduses two lasers and a camera to locateteats.

The multi-purpose arm consists of sevenmain parts:

• Bracket

• Upper arm

• Lower arm

• Three hydraulic cylinders

• End effector with magnetic gripper

• Camera unit

• Rotation actuator

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Camera unit

Lasers

Camera

Supply of compressed-air and waterfor keeping the camera window clean.

Rubber cap

The camera unit contains two lasers, acamera and image processing electronics.

The camera unit is made of stainless steelwith a glass window. It has a “rubber cap”for protection against dirt. The glass windowin front of the lasers and the camera iscleaned by water and compressed-air aftereach milking. Additionally, the arm can rubthe camera window against a cameracleaner (sponge) at regular intervals.

For best performance, the camera unitshould be cleaned regularly. See thechapter "DeLaval voluntary milking systemVMS; Maintenance".

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MagazineThe magazine contains the milk tubes andthe teatcups. The main function of themagazine is to release and retract the milktubes and the teatcups at appropriateintervals during milking. The magazine alsocontains the teat preparation module, whichis described in the following section.

The magazine contains following majorcomponents:

A. Retraction cylinders

B. Cleaning shelf

C. Teat preparation module

D. Teatcups

Retraction cylinders

The retraction cylinders are used forholding, releasing and retracting the cups,and to control the cleaning shelf.

Cleaning shelf

The cleaning shelf is used during milking,backflush and system cleaning. Duringoperation, the cleaning shelf is movedbetween two positions; one for milking andone for backflush and cleaning.

Teat preparation module

See section Teat preparation module.

Teatcups

A teatcup comprises the cup, liner, shortflexible double-tube and an connectionpiece.

Milking moduleThe milking module carries out quarterlymilking; that is, it milks each quarterseparately. The milking process involvesmonitoring milk flow, measuring the quantityof milk, supplying the correct vacuum levelsin the milk tube and initiating teatcupremoval at the proper time.

The following parts in the milking moduleare involved in the milk extraction process:

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A. Shut off and regulator valves

B. DeLaval milk meter MM25

C. Control box

D. Receiver

E. Milk pump

F. Valves

G. Vacuum supply

H. Pulsators

I. Air inlet housing

J. Vacuum sensors

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These valves control the vacuum level inthe milk tube. If the vacuum level falls, theshut off valves immediately blocks thevacuum supply.

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DeLaval milk meter MM25

These four milk meters measure the milkflow to obtain the milk weight from eachquarter. They also measure conductivitylevel of the milk.

Control box

Control box contains electronics and pilotvalves that control the milking and cleaningprocesses, vacuum, and distributed IO.

Receiver

Milk is collected in the receiver before it istransported to its final destination, usuallythe storage tank.

Milk pump

The milk pump pumps the milk to thestorage tank after each cow has beenmilked. The milk pump can also beequipped with milk sample outtake for milksample and DeLaval online cell counterOCC (both optional equipment).

Purge valveMembran valves

Valves

The purge valve admits compressed-air intothe milk line before a system cleaning isstarted. The compressed-air pushes theremaining milk in the line to the tank. Thevalve is also used to clear the lines of waterafter a system cleaning. There is anindication hole in the bottom side of thevalve housing. If milk is leaking out from thehole, it indicates a damaged o-ring in thepurge valve.

The two membrane valves direct the milkeither through the delivery line (to storagetank) or the divert line (to drain or milk pail).On each membran valve housing bottomside, there is an indication hole. Leakingmilk from this hole indicates damage to thevalve membrane.

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Vacuum supply

The VMS is connected to the vacuumsupply system. In some VMS configurationsup to three milking stations uses the samevacuum pump. To regulate the maximumvacuum consumption of each VMS, a flowregulating valve (FRV) is installed in thevacuum supply system. This is to ensure asufficient vacuum to each VMS.

Pulsators

Alternates the vacuum level in the teatcupchamber so that the liner opens and closes.

Air inlet housing

A 401A 402A 403A 404

A 621

A 622

Air inlet housing

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Connectionpiece

Pulsationduct

Milk duct

Liner

Flexibledouble-tube

Pulsationduct

Teatcup

Air inlet duct

Air bleed

Milk duct

Air is admitted through the air inlet duct andenters the milk duct via the air bleed. Theair is needed for the transport of the milk tothe receiver. The air inlet holes are locatedinside the inlet air housing placed on thelower beam. Before the air enters the airhoses connected to the air inlet ducts on therear side of the magazine, it is filtered in theair bleed filter. All air in the VMS system isfiltered before it is put into use. The air isthen transferred further on through the milktube air inlet duct and finally it reaches theair inlet hole in the connection piece.

Vacuum sensors

The vacuum sensors are placed on the airinlet housing. At a kick-off, loss in vacuum isimmediately detected by the sensors. Asignal is sent to the shut off valves, whichshut off the vacuum.

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Teat preparation module

Teat preparationmodule

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Teatpreparation cup

A 401A 402A 403A 404

A 621

A 622

Waste water tank

Teat preparation is performed by the teatpreparation module, which is a part of themagazine. This module has its own distinctfunctions such as teat cleaning, drawingforemilk, and drying teats. The module hasa cup that is designed especially for thesetasks. The wastewater and the foremilk aretransported to the wastewater tank in themilking module and are never mixed withthe extracted milk.

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Blockingframes

Gatesupport

Rear gableFront gable Lower beam

Upper beam

Gatesection

Stall and gatesThe stall consists of five parts:

• Rear gable

• Front gable

• Upper beam

• Lower beam

• Gate section

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Cow-detectionsensor

Cow-detection sensor on upperbeam.

Exit gate Entrance gate

Pneumaticcylinders

Transponderreader

A cow-detection sensor on top of the upperbeam detects a cow when she enters thestation. The exit gate has a transponderreader that identifies each cow carrying atransponder.

The gates are controlled by two pneumaticcylinders.

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Hydraulic pump unit

cd29802

The hydraulic pumpunit

The hydraulic pump unit is placed on thebracket of the multi-purpose arm. The shortdistance to the multi-purpose arm reducesthe need of long hydraulic lines.

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Cleaning unit

Pressuresensor

Chargevessel

The cleaning unit

Detergentpumps

The cleaning unit is integrated in the milkingstation.

The detergents pumps pump the detergentsinto the charge vessel, where thedetergents are mixed with warm water.

There is no need for calibration of thedetergent pumps. A pressure sensor,placed on top of the sensor pipe, ensurecorrect dosing of detergents.

The maintenance is limited to exchange ofdetergent tubes at the detergent pumps.

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Power box

A 401A 402A 403A 404

A 621

A 622

The powerbox

The power box is placed in the upper part ofthe cabinet. It contains motor protection forthe hydraulic pump and the milk pump anda control fuse for internal wiring andtransformers.

Electrical boxThe milking station is controlled byprograms executed in the station’scomputer, located in the electrical box.

Feeding module

cd29900

Feedingmodule

Manger

The feeding module consists of two mainparts:

• Feed dispensers

• Manger

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Manger

Transponderreader

Funnel

Dispenser Feed from the dispensers is collected in afunnel, and a tube leads the feed from thefunnel via a tube to the manger. Up to twofeed dispensers can be installed, each witha different feedstuff.

Like the exit gate, the manger also has atransponder reader that identifies each cowcarrying a transponder. Cows are identifiedwhen they put their heads down to accessthe feed.

Note: Calibration of the feed dispensers isimportant to the feeding precision. Calibrateat regular intervals and each time a newfeedstuff has been delivered and comesinto use. The calibration is done by usingthe touch screen.

Service switch


The service switch is a safety device that isused when you need to enter the workingrange of the milking station. When theservice switch is in service mode anysequence is stopped, the moving parts areblocked and remote operation is notpossible. The parts can, however, be movedby manual commands. Turning the switchback to operation mode will make themilking station ready for operation again.

Management and supervision

Data communication and the VMSmanagement softwareData communication is an essential featureof the VMS system. The core elements ofthe VMS system are the milking station anda management software that runs in the PC.The computer inside the milking station andthe PC are interconnected and exchangedata during operation.

The data can be classified into two maincategories: data that control the way thesystem and the station operate and animaldata such as milk yields and feedconsumption. Data of the first type aretransferred to the station at start-up whilethe second are transferred continuouslybetween the milking station and the PC

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during operation. All data is stored in the PC.

Data can be viewed and edited in themanagement software. It is adairy-management software packageintended as an aid in the dailydairy-management work.

Configuration data, data that control theway the system and the station operate, canbe changed during operation.

Note: Since the PC is a vital part of theVMS system, other software than thealready pre-installed, such as officepackages or games, must not be installed.The PC must be devoted exclusively to themanagement software.

Multiple systemsThe management software can handle up tofour milking stations, and thereby up to fourseparate herds. In addition, left-side-entry orright-side-entry stations can be used withinthe same VMS system.

Establishing communicationCommunication between the PC and themilking station is established during the startof the system. The PC and the station canbe started in any order.

If the PC is started first, it tries to establishcommunication with the milking station.Once the station has been started and thecommunication is established, the PCtransfers the configuration data to thestation, which the station then uses for itsconfiguration process.

If the milking station is started first, it waitsfor the PC to initiate to communication.When this has been done, the processproceeds as above.

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ALCOM bus

Ethernet

ALPRO WEIntegration with ALPRO WEVMS make use of the ALPRO WEprocessor to enable communication with, forexample, feeding stations and activitymeters. The ALPRO WE unit uses theALCOM bus for communication between theprocessor and the sub-units. The processoris connected to the PC via Ethernet cable,through which it synchronises data.Ethernet is a widely used standard forbuilding computer networks that coversmaller areas such as a barn or an officebuilding.

For information about how to install andwork with ALPRO WE, see separate memobook, article number 94847401.

Error detection and remoteaccessingAn all around the clock, all-the-year-round,automatically operated system createsnumerous demands, not only in terms ofmaintenance and service, but also in termsof safety and reliability. The VMS systemhas a number of features to fulfill thesedemands.

One of these features is the ability to issuealarms. Alarms can be of different severity.Some are issued to draw the attention ofthe operator to make him or her aware of adeviation in normal operating procedures,but leave the system operating. Othersmight pose a safety hazard to personnel oranimals and therefore halt the operation ofthe system immediately.

Alarms can be related to animal behaviour,for example a cow that refuses to leave thestation, or to technical errors. In most cases,the system initiates a number of self-tests in

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order to try to correct the error before finallyissuing the alarm.

As option an external alarm can beconnected to the VMS system.

Alarms are displayed on the PC screen andtouch screen, but can also be transmitted asSMS (short text messages) to mobilephones as well as voice messages to anytype of telephone.

Remote accessing by service personnelprovides a means to maintain the system ata high level of performance. A serviceperson can, for example, fine-tune thesystem configuration by accessing the farmPC from his or her laptop. Another featureof remote accessing is calibration of themulti-purpose arm by a centrally locatedcomputer.

Database managementThe database is to be back-up copied every24 hours. This is further described in theinstruction book VMSMgmt 2007, chapterDatabase management.

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Warning: To operate the VMS systemsafely, read the Safety precautions carefully.

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General advice for operatingVMS

Emergency stop buttons

Touch screen

Start buttonStarting, restarting and shutting offthe milking stationIf possible, always restart and shut downthe milking station from the touch screen asthe programs in the milking station'scomputer then will be terminated properly.

In case of an emergency, use theemergency buttons on the milking station.This will shut off the compressed-air, theelectrical power and the vacuum supply tothe milking station, and will also deactivatethe arm.

The Start (I) button is only needed to beused after an emergency stop. See theinstructions below on how to restart thestation after an emergency stop.

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Main switch

The electrical power supply to the stationneed only be switched off (the main switchturned anti-clockwise) in case of service,when parts are exchanged, or when theelectrical system is repaired.

The milking station can be either in manualor automatic mode after it has been startedor restarted. If the milking station is inmanual mode after it has been started, thesystem operation can only be started byswitching the working mode to theautomatic mode or carrying out differenttasks manually. On the other hand, if themilking station is in automatic mode afterthe start up, the system will initiateoperating automatically; that is, the milkingstation will allow cows to enter the stationand start milking sessions automatically.

“Manual mode” after the station start up isthe default setting, but can be changed to“automatic mode” if preferred. To have thesetting changed, contact your serviceengineer.

Milk lines are drained when the station isshutdown or restarted. To avoid loss ofresidual milk in the lines, the milk can betransported to the storage tank by usingcompressed-air that is blown into the lines.See "Emptying the receiver and purging themilk lines" in this chapter.

1

1

2

Restarting the milking station afteran emergency stop1. Pull out the emergency-stop button.

2. Press the Start (I) button. This will restartthe milking station.

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Switching between automatic andmanual modeSwitching from automatic to manual modeor vice versa can be done at any point inthe milking procedure.

From automatic to manual mode: In thiscase, the milking station will first finishongoing actions before it stops and changesto manual mode.

If, for example, the working mode haschanged during teat preparation, thisprocedure will first be completed before thestation stops and changes to manual mode.

From manual to automatic mode: In thiscase, the milking station will carry on inautomatic mode from the step it hasreached in the milking sequence.

If, for example, the working mode haschanged during the main milking phase, thestation will continue with post-treatmentwhen the milking phase is complete. Whenthe cow leaves the station, the station willbe ready to receive another cow.

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Fetch and start positions

C

D

E

In order for the multi-purpose arm tooperate, the positions of the cups and theposition of each teat of a cow must bedetermined. There are six options fordetermining positions:

A. The positions of all teats at the sametime.

B. The positions of individual teats.

C. The positions of all teatcups at the sametime.

D. The positions of individual teatcups.

E. The position of the teat preparation cup.

F. The position of the camera cleaner(sponge).

Determining teat positions (start positions)needs to be done every time a new cow isintroduced. Teat positions will be updatedafter each successful attachment andcomplete milking in order to take thechanging form of the udder during thelactation period into account.

The cow must be registered in the databasebefore the teat positions can be determined.

Note: Ensure that the cow has had someexperience of the milking station beforedetermining teat positions.

All positions can be checked by using thetouch screen, for example, that the arm canfetch the teatcups in the magazine. See thesection "Verification of determinedpositions" below in this chapter.

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Achieving successful teatcupattachment

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A

C

D

E F

E

The points below are advice for goodworking routines concerning teatcupattachment, and suggestions for measuresto be taken when the multi-purpose arm hasdifficulty in attaching teatcups on one orseveral cows.

Udder geometry/teat anatomy

The cows should fulfil the followingrequirements of the udder geometry:

A. Not less than 30 mm.

B. Not less than 30 mm.

C. Not less than 270 mm, and not morethan 750 mm.

D. Not less than 15 mm.

E. Not more than 45 degrees.

F. Not less than 30 mm.

The diameter of a teat should not be lessthan 15 mm, and not more than 50 mm.

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Within limits. Too long.

Maximum teat length

The maximum teat length that can behandled by the teat preparation cup is 70mm. An indication of a too long teat is thatwater escapes from the top or at the holeson the sides of the cup.

Keep udders free from long hair

Long hair on udders can make it difficult forthe image-interpreting software to locateteats. In addition, straw can get stuck onudders and impair the teat location further.Cut the hair on the udders to avert thisproblem. Teats shall always be kept freefrom hair.

Fetch and start positions

Failure or low performance when fetching orattaching cups may be due to inaccurateposition programming. Re-determining thepositions may help. Good teat positions(start positions) are best achieved when thecow is due for milking.

Camera window

Camera window

The camera window should be cleanedmanually and regularly. Ensure that theinstructions in the chapter "DeLavalvoluntary milking system VMS;Maintenance" are followed.

Also check that the automatic rinsing of thecamera window is carried out regularly.

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Using optional settings for teatcupattachment

Some attachment problems can beovercome by using the options for teatcupattachment in the management software.These options are not intended for use as anormal operating routine, only as a way ofkeeping the cow in the VMS herd.

Working in manual modeWhen to milk manually

Manual milking should be considered whencows are new to the system or are milkedfor the first time. New cows need time tobecome accustomed to the automaticprocedures, for instance the teatpreparation. Manual milking with teatcleaning in the traditional way may then bean option to overcome the cow’s initialreluctance.

Manual milking might also be consideredwhen cows with a teat anatomy unsuitablefor automatic milking need to be milked,when milking colostrum from newly calvedcows, or when some teats of a cow shouldnot be milked to tank.

Attaching teatcups

There are three options regarding teatcupattachment in manual mode:

• The multi-purpose arm attaches theteatcups.

• The magazine releases two teatcups at atime in a specific order, and the teatcupsare then attached to the teats by hand.

• Each teatcup is released separately fromthe magazine and each teatcup isattached by hand.

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When the teatcups are attached by hand, itis important that the correct teatcup isattached to the correct teat: for example, ona left-side-entry station teatcup number oneshould always be attached to the right rearteat.

In automatic mode, the multi-purpose armautomatically holds the milk tubes afterattachment of the teatcups. However, thearm can also be made to hold the milk tubesif the teatcups have been attached by hand.This prevents the milk tubes from beingstepped on by the cows and the tubes frombeing dragged on the floor.

See the section “Support of milk tubes” inthis chapter.

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Common manual tasksThe following sections describe the manualtasks that are performed common, forexample starting the milking station.

Starting the milking station forautomatic operation

Waiting for cow window

Main switchStart button

1. Switch on the electrical power by turningthe main switch clockwise. Press the startbutton, then wait as it takes a few secondsuntil the Waiting for cow window appears onthe touch screen.

Note that the milking station may already bein automatic mode after it has been started.In this case, the instructions below shouldnot be carried out.

If the milking station is in manual mode:

2. In the Waiting for cow window, press theAccept Cow button to make the stationready to receive a cow.

3. Press the Auto button to display the Autoand manual window.

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Auto and manual window

4. In the Auto and manual window, pressthe Auto button. The milking station will nowcontinue working in automatic mode.

Shutting off the milking station

VMS menu

Note: The milk lines are drained duringshutdown of the station. To transportresidual milk in the lines to the storage tank,see the section "Emptying the receiver andpurging the milk lines" in this chapter.

On the touch screen:

1. Press the VMS button in the top rightcorner. This will display the VMS menu.

2. Press the Shutdown VMS button andconfirm.

3. Wait a couple of seconds until the touchscreen is blank.

4. Turn the main switch on the VMS powerbox into off position.

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Restarting the milking stationNote: The milk lines are drained during thestart-up of the station. To transport residualmilk in the lines to the storage tank, see thesection "Emptying the receiver and purgingthe milk lines" in this chapter.


1. Press the VMS > Restart VMS buttons.

2. Confirm that you have decided to restartthe milking station.

Switching from manual to automaticmode


1. Press the Auto button at the top of thetouch screen to display the Auto andmanual window. (The Auto button has nocross beside if the station is in manualmode.)

2. In the Auto and manual window, pressthe Auto button.

Switching from automatic to manualmode1. Press the Auto button at the top of thetouch screen to display the Auto andmanual window. (The Auto button has across beside if the station is in automaticmode.)

2. Press the Manual button.

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Stopping the multi-purpose arm


1. Press the Auto button at the top of thetouch screen to display the Auto andmanual window.

2. To stop the multi-purpose arm, press theAbort Robot op. and enter Manual Mode orAbort Current Robot Operation button. Thiswill also put the station in manual mode.

3. You can press the Cancel button if youdo not want to make any changes to theworking mode and the arm's activity.

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Miscellaneous tasksThe following tasks are performed duringservice or when the system operation hasstopped, for example, because of a powerfailure.

Parking the multi-purpose arm

Robot service window

Parking the multi-purpose arm can be doneeither by stopping the arm when it is inautomatic mode or using the parkingfunction in the Robot service window (seethe section “Stopping the multi-purposearm” above). In some cases, however, thearm may fail to go to its home position whenit has been stopped. If this happens, usethe parking function to send the arm to itshome position.

Note: Ensure that the station is in manualmode.



2. Press the Robot service button. This willdisplay the Robot service window.

3. Press the Park button. This will park themulti-purpose arm.

4. Press the Close Robot Serv & Maintbutton to close the window.

Note: The multi-purpose arm can not moveif the service switch is in service mode.

Setting the multi-purpose arm toservice mode


The multi-purpose arm is deactivated bysetting the service switch to service mode.

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Warning: The Robot Air Lock button doesnot deactivate the end effector.

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Warning: The two buttons Main Laser andTeat Laser in the lower left corner of thewindow turn on the lasers. Do not stare intothe laser beam.

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Restarting the milking station after apower failureWhen the power comes back, the milkingstation will be in stand-by mode. Do thefollowing to restart the milking system:

1. Press the start button. This will restart themilking station, then Waiting for cow windowwill appear on the touch screen.

2. After the restart, the milking station will bein manual mode (if the default value is set tomanual mode). To switch the milking stationto automatic mode, see the section“Switching from manual to automatic mode”above.

Starting the hydraulic pump unitafter oil temperature, oil level ormotor protection alarmsThe oil temperature and oil level sensorstriggers an alarm and stops the operation ofthe hydraulic pump unit when the oiltemperature is too high (over 60 ºC), the oillevel is too low or the motor protection stopsthe motor. Perform the following tasks if anyof these alarms are issued:

Oil temperature alarm

Make sure that the ambient temperature inthe VMS room is below 40 °C. Wait until theoil temperature of the hydraulic pump unitdrops below 55 °C. The hydraulic pump unitwill then start automatically.

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Hydraulic pumpunit

60 °C = min.oil level

Max oillevel

Oil cap

Oil temperature/Oil levelindicator

Oil level alarm

Check the oil level on the indicator. The oillevel should not decrease below theminimum level. Minimum oil mark is locatedat the same level as 60 °C. If necessary,open the oil cap and fill the pump unit withhydraulic oil recommended by DeLaval.

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Warning: The multi-purpose arm is drivenby hydraulic oil. Avoid skin contact whenhandling oil. Repeated contact with the oilmay cause severe skin injury. Keep awayfrom children and animals.

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Caution: Only use DeLaval synthetic oil.Mixing this oil with hydraulic standard oil orany other type of oil may damage thesystem.

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Caution: When filling the hydraulic pumpunit with oil, ensure that no dirt or particlesenter into the unit.

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Shutting down the hydraulic pumpunit- To shut down the hydraulic pump unit,

press the Shut down hydraulic pump uniton the touch screen. If any work shouldbe done on the hydraulic system, theaccumulator and must be depressurised,see section "Depressurising the hydraulicsystem" below..

Depressurising the hydraulic system

The hydraulicvalve block

Thedepressurisingscrew

1. Turn off the main switch.

2. On the hydraulic valve block, open thedepressurising screw until the system isdepressurised.

3. Verify that the system is depressurisedusing a manometer.

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Warning: Service should only be carriedout by personnel with the proper trainingand authorisation. This concerns all parts ofthe system.

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Before anything else is done, check themain fuse for the VMS. Reset or replace themain fuse if necessary.

The motor protection covers the hydraulicpump unit motor and the milk pump motor.The control fuse covers internal wiring and

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transformers.

The power box(main box)

Main switch

Resetting motor protection F01/F02

1. Shut off the electrical power supply byturning the main switch anti-clockwise.

2. Open the two latches on the power boxand open the cover.

3. Reset the motor protection.

4. Close the cover and close the two latches.

The power box(main box)

Main switch

5. Turn on the electrical power supply byturning the main switch clockwise.

Resetting control fuse F03

1. Shut off the electrical power supply byturning the main switch anti-clockwise.

2. Open the two latches on the power boxand open the cover.

3. Reset the control fuse.

4. Close the cover and close the two latches.

5. Turn on the electrical power supply byturning the main switch clockwise.

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A complete manual milkingprocedure


Main switch Start button

To milk a cow in the milking stationmanually, carry out the following procedure:

1. Switch on the electrical power by turningthe main switch clockwise. Press the startbutton, then wait as it takes a while until theWaiting for cow window appears on thetouch screen.

2. Make sure the service switch is inworking mode. Stay outside the workingrange of the milking station (except whenusing touch screen).

3. In the Waiting for cow window, press theAccept cow button to make the stationready to receive a cow.

Prepare cow for milking window

4. Press the Prepare Cow for Milking tab.

5. Make sure that the cow has beenidentified. An identified cow is indicated bythe cow number, an unidentified by 0 (zero).

- If the cow has not been identified, pressthe Manual Identification button, enter thecow number on the keypad and press theAsk for Permission to Milk button.

6. Make sure that the cow has receivedmilking permission. This is indicated by theword Granted. On the other hand, if she hasnot received milking permission this isindicated by the word Denied. If the cow hasnot received milking permission, she can bereleased from the station by pressing theRelease Cow button.

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7. Press the Clean Teats button to start theteat preparation.

Teat attach and milking window

8. When teat preparation procedure iscomplete, press the Teat Attach and Milkingtab.

9. Check that the milk destination is thedesired one. Tank means that the milk willbe transported to the storage tank, Divertthat the milk will be transported through thedivert line. To have the milk pumped to thestorage tank, make sure the milk tank ischoosen as milk destination. (For furtherinformation, see the section “Change of milkdestination” below.)

10. Press the Attach Cups Auto button tomake the multi-purpose arm attach theteatcups. The station will start milking assoon as each cup has been attached.

Note: Never move a teatcup from one teatto another without using the buttons "Stopmilking" and "Start milking". Otherwise, thestart positions (the arm’s latest attachpositions) will be incorrectly updated.

Tip: The multi-purpose arm can hold themilk tubes during the milking. This preventsthe cow from stepping on the tubes. This isperformed automatically in automatic mode,but must be done via the touch screen inmanual mode. See the section "Support ofmilk tubes" below.

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Warning: Keep away from the milk tubeswhile they are being retracted into themagazine. You might be hit if you arestanding too close.

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After treatment window

10. When the milking is complete, press theAfter Treatment tab.

11. Press the Disinfect button to make themulti-purpose arm disinfect the teats.

12. When disinfection is complete, press theRelease Cow button to open the exit gateand release the cow.

13. Press the Backflush button to carry outbackflush.

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The tasks that are carried out during themanual milking procedure, for exampleidentification of a cow, are described asseparate tasks in more detail in thefollowing sections.

Stall and feeding functionsStall and feeding functions include openingand closing gates, dispensing feed,adjusting the manger, controlling the rearplate and using the floor cleaning. Thesefunctions are performed using the Stallcontrol window.


To display the Stall control window:

Working modeService mode

1. Set the service switch in service mode.


2. Press the Stall Control button.

The buttons are used in the following way:

Stall control, left side-entry station

Open and Close buttons: opens or closesthe entrance and the exit gates.

Release (Rear Plate): releases the rearplate against the back legs of the cow tomake the teat attachment work properly.

Pull Back (Rear plate): retracts the rearplate to the upright position.

Long Cow or, Short Cow (MangerPosition): adjusts the position of themanger. Short Cow moves the mangertowards the cow, Long Cow further away.

Feeder 50 gr: dispenses 50 gram feed intothe manger. (The number of buttons thatcan be used depends on the number ofdispensers that are installed and in use.)

Floor Cleaner: flushes the floor with water.

Close Stall Control: closes the window.

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Manual identification

Prepare cow for milking window


1. Press the Prepare Cow for Milking tab onthe touch screen. This will open the Preparecow for milking window.

2. Press the Manual Identification button.

3. Choose to enter either the cow number orthe transponder number. The cow numberis default.

4. Enter the number on the keypad. Thenumber will be shown above the keypad.Use the Clear button if you enter the wrongnumber.

5. Press the Ask for Permission to Milkbutton. A request will now be sent to themanagement software.

6. The procedure can be cancelled bypressing the Cancel button.

Change of destinationNote: Ensure that the station is in manualmode.

1. Press the Teat attach and Milking tab onthe touch screen.

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2. Press the Milk Destination Settings button.

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Milk destination set to Management System MilkDestination.

Milk destination set to Manual Milk Destination.

This is the setting for the ManagementSystem Milk Destination current milkingsession.

It is possible to change milk destination byclicking Manual Milk Destination. The milkdestination can now be set manually.

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Attaching teatcups by hand

Teat attach and milking (left-side-entry station).

Attaching one cup at a timeNote: Ensure that the station is in manualmode.

In this procedure, the Start Milking buttonsare used to release the teatcups.

The pictures are valid for left-side-entrystation.

1. Press the Teat attach and milking tab onthe touch screen.

Teat attach and milking (left-side-entry station).

2. Press the Start Milking (Right rear)button. This releases teatcup Right rear andturns the vacuum on in the milk tube. Takethe cup and attach it to teat number 1.

3. Press the Start Milking (Left rear) button.Take the cup and attach it to teat number 2.

4. Press the Start Milking (Right front)button. Take the cup and attach it to teatnumber 3.

5. Press the Start Milking (Left front) button.Take the cup and attach it to teat number 4.

Note: If the cow kicks off the teatcup duringa milking the "Stop Milking" button willchange to "Start Milking". Press the "StartMilking" button and attach the cup. Note,however, that the arm reattaches the cup ifthe station is working in automatic mode.

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The pictures are valid for a left-side-entrystation.

1. Press the Teat Attach and Milking tab onthe touch screen.

2. Press the Attach Manually button. Thecups will be released in pairs. Teatcups 1and 2 will be released first, then 3 and 4.

3. Take each pair of teatcups and attachthem to the correct teats.

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Attaching teatcups by hand on aright-side-entry station

The procedures for a right-side-entry stationare the same as the ones for left-side-entrystation.

Follow the instructions on the previouspages and use these pictures as guidancewhen working with a right-side-entry station.

Note that the buttons for the front and rearteats are placed differently on the touchscreen.

Teat attach and milking (right-side-entry station).

Support of milk tubesNote: Ensure that the station is in manualmode.

To hold the milk tubes, on the touch screen:


2. Press the Robot Control button.

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Robot control window

3. Press the Hold Milk Tubes button.

4. Press the Close Robot Control button toclose the window.

The arm will hold the milk tubes during themilking. It will move away from the tubeswhen a teatcup is being retracted into themagazine.

Emptying the receiver andpurging the milk lines

Milk transport service and maintenance window


Emptying the receiver and purging the milklines are done from the Milk transportservice and maintenance window.



2. Press the Milk transport Service button.

- To empty the receiver, press the EmptyReceiver button.

- To purge the milk lines, press the PurgeMilk button.

3. Press the button in the lower right cornerto close the window.

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Shutting off the compressed-airto the gates

Stall control window

Shutting off the compressed-air to the gatesenables you to open or close the gates byhand. This is useful when cleaning themilking station since closing the gatesprevents cows from entering while youclean the interior of the station, for examplethe manger.

Note: The Stall Air button shuts off the airsupply to the end effector.



2. Press the VMS button in the top rightcorner.

3. Press the Stall Control button.

4. Press the Stall Air button. Make sure thatthere is no cross beside the button. Thismeans that the air supply to the gates isshut off.

Tank emptyingNote: It is very important that the dairypersonnel is informed about all handling andsafety aspects concerning tank emptying.

Note: Additional instructions concerningtank handling, for example safetyprecautions, can be found in thedocumentation delivered with the tank. Westrongly recommend you to read thesebefore carrying out tank emptying oroperate the tank in any other way.

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Tank emptying process Flowcontrolled cooling (FCC)

Cleaning valve

Pick-up valve

Milk valve

In a Flow controlled cooling system, thetank emptying process is started bypressing the pick-up button on the tank. Thecurrent amount of milk in the receiver of themilking station is pumped to the tank. Afterthis, the milk valve closes the inlet to thetank and the cleaning valve opens thereturn line to the cleaning unit. (The way thesystem works during tank emptying can bechanged to suit requirements or localregulations. See "Options" below.) Cleaningof the VMS system is then startedautomatically.

Next, the hose from the dairy truck isconnected to the tank outlet, the pick-upvalve is opened and the tank emptyingstarted.

When the tank has been emptied and thehose disconnected, the tank cleaning isstarted. When both systems have beencleaned, milking is resumed.

OptionsThere are two main options regarding tankemptying in an FCC system:

1) Milk delivery to the tank is notpermitted after the pick-up button hasbeen pressed.

The current amount of milk in the receiver ispumped to the tank. Milk extracted after thispoint can either be kept in the receiver untilthe tank cleaning is complete or, if the milkdivert unit is installed, be pumped todivert 3, the pail furthest away from thedrain.

Note that keeping milk in the receiver duringthe tank cleaning, exludes the possibility ofcleaning the VMS system at the same timeas the tank.

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2) Milk delivery to the tank is delayed aspecified number of minutes after thepick-up button has been pressed.

The milk is pumped to the tank when themilking session is complete or the delay haselapsed.

Instructions for both situations are providedbelow.

Note that local regulations might not permittank emptying and milk delivery from theVMS system at the same time.

The choice to stop or delay milk delivery tothe tank after the pick-up button has beenpressed, depends on parameter settings inthe MS config in PC. These are usually setduring the start-up of the VMS system.Consult your service engineer if you havequestions about these settings.

For instructions about how to specify thedelay of milk delivery or, put differently, thetime milking can continue after tankemptying has started, see chapter "Milkingstation" in the instruction book "VMSMgmt2007".

Tank emptying FCC: milk delivery totank is stopped immediately

Pick-up button

1. Press the yellow pick-up button on thetank's controlling/cleaning unit.

The button will start flashing, indicating thatthe VMS system has been notified that tankemptying is about to take place. Dependingon parameter settings in the cleaning unit,the milk will now either remain in thereceiver or be pumped over to the tank. Themilk and cleaning valve at the tank will thenswitch their positions so that the deliveryline closes and the return line opens; thetank will start stirring the milk. At this point,the button will stop flashing and shine withsteady light.

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2. Check the indicated LED on theoperating panel. This small lamp indicateswhether there have been any errors in thecooling process. If the lamp is lit, do notproceed with the tank emptying. (Note:requires the Watchdog option. See the FCCinstruction book.)

3. If desired, take a milk sample via themanhole at the top of the tank.

4. Remove the grey cap from the outlet.

5. Connect the hose of the dairy truck to thetank outlet.

ButtonIndicator LED

Pick-up valve button

6. To start tank emptying, open the pick-upvalve by pressing the pick-up valve button inthe lower right corner of the operating panel.(Pressing twice on the button closes thevalve.) The cooling will now be stoppedautomatically.

If it is not possible to empty the tankcompletely, press the yellow pick-up buttononce more. Note that this will stop thetank-emptying procedure completely. Thepick-up valve will then be closed and themilk and the cleaning valve return to theiroriginal milking positions.

7. When the tank is empty, disconnect thehose from the tank outlet.

8. Fit the black cap on the tank outlet.

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Start/stop cleaning button

9. Press the start/stop cleaning button tostart the tank cleaning.

The yellow pick-up button will go off and thepick-up valve close when the tank cleaningis complete.

Tank emptying FCC: milk delivery totank is delayed

Pick-up button

1. Press the yellow pick-up button on thetank's controlling/cleaning unit.

The button will start flashing, indicating thatthe VMS system has been notified that tankemptying is about to take place. The VMSsystem will start a timer that controls howlong milking can continue during the tankemptying.

The yellow pick-up button will continueflashing until the milking station has finishedmilking the cow or the timer has elapsed,and until the milk has been pumped over tothe tank and the milk and the cleaning valvehave switched position. At this point, thebutton will stop flashing and shine withsteady light. The idea is here to start thetank emptying before all this takes place.

2. Check the indicated LED on theoperating panel. This small lamp indicateswhether there have been any errors in thecooling process. If the lamp is lit, do notproceed with the tank emptying. (Note:requires the Watchdog option. See the FCCinstruction book.)


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ButtonIndicator LED


6. To start the tank emptying, open thepick-up valve by pressing the pick-up valvebutton in the lower left corner of theoperating panel. (Pressing twice on thebutton closes the valve.)

If it is not possible to empty the tankcompletely, press the yellow pick-up buttononce more. Note that this will stop thetank-emptying procedure completely. Thepick-up valve will then be closed and themilk and the cleaning valve return to theiroriginal milking positions.

Stop cooling button

7. Stop the cooling by pressing the stopcooling button on the operating panel.

For the cooling to stop automatically, thepick-up button must shine with steady lightand the pick-up valve be open.

8. When the pick-up button shines withsteady light and the tank is empty,disconnect the hose from the tank outlet.




The yellow pick-up button will go off and thepick-up valve close when the tank cleaningis complete.

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Tank emptying: tank systems fromother manufacturersThe tank emptying process for VMSsystems using storage tanks from othermanufacturers is, in principle, the same asfor FCC systems. The process is, however,carried out by using the MRC keypad (MRC= Milk room controller) instead of theoperating panel on the tank.

The options regarding tank emptying arealso the same as for FCC systems. See"Options" above.

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Warning: To ensure that you carry out thetank-emptying procedure safely andproperly, see the tank manual for anyadditional notes.

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Cleaning lamp

Pick-up button/lamp

Alarm lamp

Milking lamp

Pick-up valve button/lamp

MRC keypad

Controls on the MRC keypad.

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Control Status Meaning Control Status MeaningAlarm lamp ON User notification concerning the tank system. The VMS

system is still operating.Alarm lamp ON User notification concerning the tank system. The VMS

system is still operating.Flashing Stop alarm. The VMS system has been stopped.Flashing Stop alarm. The VMS system has been stopped.OFF No alarm.OFF No alarm.

Milking lamp ON Milk can be delivered to the tank; milk in tank should becooled.

Milking lamp ON Milk can be delivered to the tank; milk in tank should becooled.

Flashing Milk can be delivered to the tank; milk in tank should not becooled (tank is probably empty).

Flashing Milk can be delivered to the tank; milk in tank should not becooled (tank is probably empty).

Flashingfast

Milk cannot be delivered to the tank. (An alarm will be issued ifthis state is held for too long.)

Flashingfast

Milk cannot be delivered to the tank. (An alarm will be issued ifthis state is held for too long.)

OFF No milking takes place.OFF No milking takes place.Pick-up button/lamp ON Button has been pressed to notify the VMS system that tank

emptying is about to take place. The VMS system hasstopped, or has just finished, conveying milk to the tank. Inletto tank (milk valve) has been closed.

Pick-up button/lamp ON Button has been pressed to notify the VMS system that tankemptying is about to take place. The VMS system hasstopped, or has just finished, conveying milk to the tank. Inletto tank (milk valve) has been closed.

Flashing Button has been pressed to notify the VMS system that tankemptying is about to take place. Milking session is still inprogress and the VMS system will convey milk to the tankwhen the session is complete or the delay has elapsed. Inletto tank has not yet been closed.

Flashing Button has been pressed to notify the VMS system that tankemptying is about to take place. Milking session is still inprogress and the VMS system will convey milk to the tankwhen the session is complete or the delay has elapsed. Inletto tank has not yet been closed.

OFF Button has not been pressed.OFF Button has not been pressed.Pick-up valvebutton/lamp

ON The pick-up valve is open and the tank is (probably) beingemptied.

Pick-up valvebutton/lamp

ON The pick-up valve is open and the tank is (probably) beingemptied.

Flashing The pick-up valve is open and the tank is (probably) beingemptied. Milking session is still in progress and the VMSsystem will convey milk to the tank when the session iscomplete or the delay has elapsed. Inlet to tank has not yetbeen closed.

Flashing The pick-up valve is open and the tank is (probably) beingemptied. Milking session is still in progress and the VMSsystem will convey milk to the tank when the session iscomplete or the delay has elapsed. Inlet to tank has not yetbeen closed.

OFF Pick-up valve is closed.OFF Pick-up valve is closed.Pick-up valve button is used to open the pick-up valve.Pick-up valve button is used to open the pick-up valve.

Cleaning lamp ON Tank cleaning is running; not possible to convey milk to tank.Cleaning lamp ON Tank cleaning is running; not possible to convey milk to tank.OFF Tank cleaning is not running.OFF Tank cleaning is not running.

To empty the tank, carry out the stepsbelow. If necessary, see the tank manual foradditional instructions on how to operate thetank.

1. Press the pick-up button on the MRCkeypad.

2. Stir the milk for at least two minutes.

3. When the stirring is complete, switch offthe cooling.

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5. Remove the grey cap from the tank outletand connect the hose from the dairy truck.

If local regulations permit milk delivery totank while tank emptying takes place, thepick-up valve can be opened and the tankemptying started while the pick-up lamp isflashing. If not, these actions should not becarried out until the pick-up lamp is shiningwith a steady light.

6. To start the tank emptying, open thepick-up valve by pressing the pick-up valvebutton.



9. Start the tank cleaning.

Tank emptying process: VMS/INcooling systems

Milk valve

Inlet for VMS system.

Receiver tank

Pick-up valve

Storage tank In an Instant cooling system, the milk in thereceiver tank must first be pumped over tothe storage tank before the tank emptyingcan begin. When the milk has beenconveyed to the storage tank, the milk valveat the inlet to the storage tank is closed. TheVMS system will, however, still be able todeliver milk to the receiver tank.

The hose from the dairy truck is thenconnected to the outlet of the storage tank;the pick-up valve is opened and the tankemptying started. When the tank has beenemptied and the hose disconnected, thetank cleaning is started. When the tankcleaning has been completed, the receiverunit can resume pumping milk to thestorage tank.

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Tank emptying: DeLaval storagetanks

Pick-up box with milk-pump button.

1. To pump the milk in the receiver tank tothe storage tank, press the milk-pumpbutton on the pick-up box.

ButtonIndicator LED

Agitator button

2. Press the agitator button on the storagetank and stir the milk for at least twominutes.

Stop cooling button

3. When the stirring is complete, press thestop cooling button to switch off the cooling.

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7. To start the tank emptying, open thepick-up valve by pressing the pick-up valvebutton in the lower right corner of theoperating panel. (Pressing twice on thebutton closes the valve.)





Tank emptying: storage tanks fromother manufacturersIf in doubt on how to operate the tank, seeits manual for further instructions.

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Stop buttonStart button

Pick-up box

Milk-pumpbutton

1. To pump the milk in the receiver tank tothe storage tank, press the milk-pumpbutton on the pick-up box.

2. Stir the milk inside the storage tank for atleast two minutes.

3. When the stirring is complete, switch offthe cooling.




7. To start the tank emptying, open thepick-up valve by pressing the Start buttonon the pick-up box. (The Stop button closesthe valve.)



9. Start the tank cleaning.

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Determining cup and startpositions

General principleThe letters A, B, C etcetera in the joystickpicture corresponds to the same letters inthe left-side-entry station andright-side-entry station pictures. The joystickis a two-hand-operation device. This meansthat the safety button on the back of thejoystick must be pressed (half way in) toenable the multi-purpose arm to move andto make it possible to use the positioningbuttons on the front. This is the casewhenever you want to move themulti-purpose arm with the service switch inservice mode, also when not determiningpositions.

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C

E

Left-side-entry station

Right-side-entrystation

Confirmbutton OK

The joystick

FD

A

B

B

A D

CF

E

B

A

D

E

F

C

Safetybutton

The general procedure when determiningpositions is the following:

1. Setting the service switch to servicemode. For further information, see chapter"Setting the multi-purpose arm to servicemode" above.

2. Choosing which position or positions youhave decided to determine. This is donefrom the touch screen.

3. Moving the multi-purpose arm carefully tothe desired position by using the joystick.

4. Pressing the confirm button OK on thejoystick to verify the position. If it is ok themulti-purpose arm moves away from thecup position.

5. If the camera cleaning nozzle start tospray after the confirm button OK has beenpressed, this means:

- The arm is having difficulty in reaching theposition,

- or the cup handle has not been detectedby the sensor (this only occurs whendetermining teatcup or teat preparation cuppositions).

Correct the problem and press the confirmbutton OK again.

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Warning: If possible, stay out of theworking range of the multi-purpose armduring the procedures. If you need to bewithin the working range, release the safetybutton on the joystick. In this way, you canstop any sudden movement the arm mightmake in your direction.

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To determine the positions on the touchscreen


2. On the VMS menu, press the Robotteaching button.

3. On the appearing menu, press ManualTeach.

Robot teaching window

The buttons in the Robot teaching windowhave the following functions:

Teach All Teat Positions: for determiningall teat positions at the same time.

Teach All Cup Positions: for determiningthe positions of all the teatcups at the sametime.

Teach Teatcleaner Position: fordetermining the position of the teatpreparation cup.

Teach Camera–clean. Pos.: fordetermining the position of the cameracleaning.

Cow Number: displays the cow number foran identified cow.

Identify Cow: for manual identification of acow.

50 g Feed: for feeding a cow.

Manger Position: for adjusting the mangerposition.

Teach Teat Pos.: for determining theposition of a particular teat.

Teach Cup Pos.: for determining theposition of a particular teatcup.

Done Teaching Robot: closes the Robot

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teaching window.

Determining the positions of allteatcups at the same time






3. Press the Manual Teach button.

3. On the VMS menu, press the RobotTeaching button.

4. Press the Teach All Cup Positions button.This will move the arm to an initial positionnear the teatcups.

5. Hold the safety button on the joystick andkeep it held during the procedure.

6. Press (and release) the confirm buttonOK on the joystick as the appearing pop-upwindow requests.

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Left-side-entry station

7. Follow the instructions on the touchscreen:

- Position the arm by using the joystick; theend effector must be able to attach theteatcup.

- Press the Confirm button OK on thejoystick. The end effector will respond bymagnetically attach the teatcup, and thenrelease it. The arm will move away a shortdistance from the teatcup.

- Repeat the two previous sub-steps for theremaining teatcups. The order ofdetermining the positions of the teatcupsis shown in the picture.

The arm will be parked and the positions willbe saved in the VMS database when youhave confirmed the position of the lastteatcup.

The procedure can be cancelled at anytime. No changes in the VMS database willthen be done.

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Determining positions of individualteatcupsNote: Ensure that the station is in manualmode.


2. To start the procedure, on the touchscreen press the VMS > Robot teaching >Manual Teach > Teat Cup Position buttons.



5. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Teatcup positions for left-side-entry station:

- Teach Cup Position (Right Rear): 1

- Teach Cup Position (Left Rear): 2

- Teach Cup Position (Right Front): 3

- Teach Cup Position (Left Front): 4

Note: The same principle is followed for aright-side-entry station.

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Determining the position of the teatpreparation cupNote: Ensure that the station is in manualmode.

1. Set the service switch to service mode.

2. To start the procedure, on the touchscreen press the VMS > Robot teaching >Teach Teatcleaner Position buttons.



5. Position the arm by using the joystick; theend effector must be able to attach the teatpreparation cup.

6. Press the Confirm button OK on thejoystick.

Note: To cancel the procedure you have topress the "Done Teaching Robot", then"Auto" at the top of the touch screen, andfinally "Abort Current Robot op. and EnterManual mode" buttons.

Determining the position of thecamera cleaner (sponge)Note: Ensure that the station is in manualmode.

1. Set the service switch in service position.

2. To start the procedure, on the touchscreen press the VMS > Robot teaching >Teach Camera-clean Pos. buttons.



5. Use the joystick to move the arm so thatthe camera cover touches the sponge.

6. Press the Confirm button OK on thejoystick.

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Warning: The milking station is using thelasers during this procedure. Do not stareinto the laser beam.

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1. Set the service switch in working mode.

2. Let the cow enter the station.

3. On the touch screen, press the Waitingfor Cow tab.

4. Press the Accept Cow button. Make surethat there is a cross beside the button.

5. When the cow has entered the station,allow some time for the cow to be identified.


7. Press the VMS > Robot Teaching >Manual Teach buttons.


8. Make sure that the cow has beenidentified. An identified cow is indicated bythe cow number, an unidentified by 0 (zero).

- If the cow has not been identified, thenpress the Identify Cow button, enter thecow number on the keypad and confirm.

9. Press the 50g Feed button to feed thecow.

It is important to adjust the manger positionso that the cow is standing as far back aspossible in the station. The rear plate mustbe resting against the rear legs of the cow.

10. Press the Manger Position button. Thiswill display the Stall control window.

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Stall control window

11. Adjust the manger position by pressingeither the Long Cow or Short Cow button.The position of the manger will be saved inthe database when you have completed theprocedure.

12. Press the Close Stall Control button toclose the Stall control window.

13. Display the Robot teaching window andpress the Teach All Teat Positions button tostart the procedure. This will move the armto an initial position underneath the cow.

14. Hold the safety button on the joystickand keep it held during the procedure.


16. Follow the instructions on the touchscreen:

- Move the arm carefully forward with thejoystick so that the end effector is nearthe teat. Try to imagine a teatcup in theend efector. Make sure that the red laserbeam is visible on the teat and especiallynear the tip of the teat.

- Press the Confirm button OK on thejoystick. If it is ok the multi-purpose armmoves away from the cup position.

- Repeat the two previous sub-steps for theremaining teats. The order of determiningthe positions is shown in the picture.

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Order of determining teat positions,left-side-entry station.

The arm will be parked when the lastposition has been determined.

The teat positions for the cow are nowsaved in the VMS database.

The procedure can be cancelled at any time.

Note: If the cow has short teats, it isimportant to move the end effector close tothe teat in order to obtain a good position.

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Determining individual teat positions

Cow in right-side-entry station.

Cow in left-side-entry station.

1. Follow the steps 1 to 9 in the previoussection.

2. Press the Teach Teat Pos. button for theteat whose position you have decided todetermine.

3. Follow the instructions on the touchscreen and the sub-steps for step 11 on theprevious page.

Note: Determining all teat positions at thesame time is the recommended method.

If you determine the position of a rear teat,for example number 3, re-determining theposition of the corresponding front teat isrecommended, in this case number 1.

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Automatic determining/determinationof all teat positionsCows returning from calving to a newlactation have often changed in uddershape. If this is the case, the position ofeach teat must be re-established before thecow can be successfully milked in the VMSagain.

Note: Automatic determining of teatpositions is not suitable for new cows beforethey are thoroughly accustomed to the VMSand the multi-purpose arm. Even if theyhave had enough experience with the stallto tolerate manual determination withmulti-purpose arm and joystick,unaccustomed cows will jump and move toomuch for a successful automaticdetermination.

Note: Automatic determining of teatpositions only works for cows with four teats.

Automatic determination of teat positions isenabled on a per cow basis in the themanagement software. For moreinformation, see chapter "VMS cowsettings" in the instruction book "VMSMgmt2007".

Milking station in automatic mode

When a cow with milking permission entersthe stall in automatic mode and automaticdetermination of teat positions is enabled forher, this will be performed without any cupin the end effector before teat cleaning orcup attachment. If successful, the new teatpositions are saved in the VMS databaseand subsequently used. If less than fourteats are identified within a maximum timeof 3 minutes, no change is made in the VMSdatabase.

Milking station in manual mode

In manual mode, automatic determining ofteat positions for a cow in the stall can becommanded from the touch screen. Makesure the cow is correctly identified.

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Workingmode

Service mode

1. Set the service switch in working mode.

2. Let the cow enter the milking station.

3. On the touch screen, press the Waitingfor cow tab.

4. Press the Accept Cow button. Make surethat there is no cross beside the button.

5. When the cow has entered the station,allow some time for the cow to be identified.


5. Press the VMS > Robot Teaching buttons.

6. Make sure that the cow has beenidentified. An identified cow indicated by thecow number, an unidentified by 0 (zero).

- If the cow has not been identified, thenpress the Identify Cow button, enter thecow number on the keypad and confirm.

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7. Press the 50g feed button to feed thecow.

It is important to adjust the manger positionso that the cow is standing as far back aspossible in the station. The rear plate mustbe resting against the rear legs of the cow.

8. Press the Manger Position button. Thiswill display the Stall control window.

9. Adjust the manger position by pressingeither the Long Cow or Short Cow button.The position of the manger will be saved inthe database when you have completed theprocedure.

10. Press the Close Stall Control button toclose the Stall control window.

11. Press Done teaching robot > Autoteach. A pop-up window shows: Set theservice switch to work mode.

12. Set the service switch to working mode.

13. Automatic determination of all teatpositions starts automatically and the newteat positions are saved in the VMSdatabase and subsequently used.

14. Release the cow.

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Robot control window


Note: To stop the multi-purpose arm duringany of these tests, press the VMS > RobotControl > Abort Current Robot Operationbuttons.

Note: These operations are performed withthe safety switch in working mode.

To verificate of the determined positions, goto the Robot control window by pressing theVMS > Robot control buttons.

Verifying the positions of theteatcupsIn this test, the arm moves to the magazine,picks up each teatcup and releases it.

- Press the Test Pickup Cups button.

Verifying the position of the teatpreparation cupIn this test, the arm fetches the teatpreparation cup, pulls it out, then releases it.

- Press the Test pickup cleaner button.

Verifying the teat positionsIn this test, the arm moves to the teatpositions of an identified cow.

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- Let a cow into the milking station.

- Display the Waiting for cow window.

- Press the Accept Cow button.

- Display the Prepare cow for milkingwindow and check that the cow has beenidentified.

- If the cow was not identified, press theManual Identification button and identifythe cow manually.

- Display the Robot control window bypressing the VMS > Robot Controlbuttons.

- Press the Test Start Positions button tostart the test.

- When the arm moves to the first position,check that the position is good enough forattachment, then press the Confirm buttonon the joystick.

- Repeat the previous step for theremaining positions.

Searching for teatsIn this test, the arm searches for the teats ofan identified cow to verify that it can find theteats. The arm performs the test withoutfetching the teatcups.

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- Carry out the steps in the previous testnecessary for receiving and identifying thecow.

- In the Robot control window, press theAttach without cups button.

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Operation

The cleaning unit

For information about system settings andoptions, see chapter "Milking station" in theinstruction book "VMSMgmt 2007".

Always consult your DeLaval serviceengineer if you have questions about thecleaning unit or cleaning-in-place (CIP) ingeneral.

ContentsThis chapter contains the following sections:

• General advice for achieving goodcleaning results

• Detergents and detergent dosing

• Maintenance and calibration

• Starting cleaning or rinsing from the touchscreen

• Viewing the progress of a cleaningprocess

General advice for achievinggood cleaning results

Water qualityWater has a great importance for thecleaning result. Knowing the followingfeatures is important:

• Hardness is related to the calcium and

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magnesium concentration in the water.The DeLaval detergents are capable ofgiving good cleaning results when thewater hardness is lower than 30 dH. If thehardness is higher than 30 dH, it has tobe treated.

• High levels of iron and manganese willimpair the cleaning result and shouldpreferably be taken care of by a watertreatment system.

• If the pH of the water is high, togetherwith a high alkalinity, the acid cleaningswill be less effective and the dosage ofthe acid concentration will need to beincreased.

• The water should be almost free frombacteria. E-coli types should not betraceable at all. If so, changing the waterresource should be taken intoconsideration.

• The water should be clean, clear, andshould not have a poor smell.

Detergent consumption andconcentrationMake sure that the supply of detergent issufficient to carry out regular cleaning.However, do not buy large supplies sinceactive components decompose with time.

Sufficient concentration of detergents mustbe used. At too low concentrationsimpurities will not be dissolved and rinsedout of the system.

See further under "Detergents anddetergent dosing" below.

Water temperatureWater temperature must remain within therange 45-72 °C during the completecirculation phase. The first figure is thetemperature of the return water at the endof the phase, the second figure the starttemperature. A slightly higher starttemperature will not impair cleaning results.A temperature lower than 45 °C of thereturn water will, however, cause problems.Fat will crystallise and create deposits withinthe piping system that will be difficult to

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remove.

One way to solve a too low temperature ofthe return water may be to raise the starttemperature somewhat. Another may be toinsulate the piping of the system.

Optimal temperature of the pre-rinse wateris 35-45 °C. In this range, milk residues willbe rinsed out of the system. Temperaturesabove 50 °C will, on the other hand, causethe proteins in the milk to denaturate andprecipitate as deposits within the system.

Hot water supplyMake sure there is enough hot water toclean all subsystems at the same time:milking station(s), storage tanks, etc.

Bear in mind that some hot water will be lostdue to mixing it with the cold water in theboiler(s). If the boiler(s) does not produceenough hot water, a bigger boiler may beneeded.

Always consult your DeLaval serviceengineer if you have questions watertemperature, detergents, water temperature,water supply, etcetera.

Detergents and detergentdosing

Alkaline dominant cleaning schemeA phosphated, alkaline detergent such asDeLaval Ultra can handle water hardnessup to 30 dH. If the hardness is higher thanthis, water treatment is necessary.

The table below may serve as a guidelinefor an alkaline dominant cleaning strategy.

Note that cleaning too often with aciddetergent will reduce the effectiveness ofthe cleaning strategy since the aciddetergent, such as DeLaval Cidmax, is adescaler and not intended to removeproteins and fat. Omitting use of alkalinedetergent will therefore cause a build-up ofimpurities within the system. As few as twoconsecutive cleanings with acid detergentinstead of alkaline might make it necessaryto increase the dosing of the alkaline

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detergent with as much as 50% the ensuingalkaline cleaning.

Ensuring sufficient regularity of alkalinecleaning is especially important for VMSsince the milking station make use ofDeLaval milk meter MM25 equipped withconductivity-measuring electrodes. Aphosphated, alkaline detergent such asDeLaval Ultra must be used in order toremove impurities on these electrodes, andconsequently to ensure proper functioningof the milk meters.

Note: The table must be followed withflexibility since the conditions may change indifferent farms. After changing the detergentdose, the result should always be checkedup to six weeks.

Hardness (dH) Dosing (%), Ultra Frequency of acidic cleaning (Cidmax) Dosing (%), CidmaxHardness (dH) Dosing (%), Ultra Frequency of acidic cleaning (Cidmax) Dosing (%), Cidmax

1-10 0.50 One every 7th cleaning occasion 0.501-10 0.50 One every 7th cleaning occasion 0.50

10-20 0.75 One every 4th cleaning occasion 0.6010-20 0.75 One every 4th cleaning occasion 0.60

>20 1.00 One every 2nd cleaning occasion 0.80>20 1.00 One every 2nd cleaning occasion 0.80

Alternating acid and alkalinedetergentThe parameter settings for the cleaningstrategy that alternates between acid andalkaline detergent are described in chapter"Milking station" in the instruction book"VMSMgmt 2007".

Always consult your DeLaval serviceengineer before changing parametersettings. Some parameters may also needauthorisation to be changed.

Note: Mixing of an alkaline chlorinatedcleaning solution with an acid cleaningsolution should be avoided; the solutionsmay react and produce poisonous gasses.

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Shelf life of detergentsAll chlorinated, alkaline liquid detergentshave a limited shelf life. Ideally, these typeof products should be consumed within sixmonths from the manufacturing date. Thereason for this is that the active chlorinecomponents decompose with time, whichreduces the detergent's ablility to disinfectand dissolve proteins. Consider thefollowing:

• Make sure detergents are consumedbefore the use-by date or within sixmonths from the manufacturing date.

• Do not buy quantities that will last longerthan three months. Avoid buyingcontainers larger than 25 kilograms (20litres).

• Do not store detergents at temperaturesabove 25 °C, for example in the machineroom or other warm rooms/compartments.See the manufacturer's advice foradditional notes about storage.

Dosing parametersNote: Never change parameter settingswithout first consulting your DeLaval serviceengineer.

Maintenance and calibration

Pressuresensor

Tubes

Detergent pumps There is no need for calibration of thedetergent pumps. A pressure sensor,placed on top of the sensor pipe, ensurescorrect dosing of detergents. Themaintenance point below is important tosustain correct dosing of detergents. Notethat the maintenance task should beperformed by an authorised DeLaval serviceengineer.

• The tubes in the detergent pumps shouldbe replaced at least two times a year.

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Starting cleaning or rinsingfrom the touch screen

Starting cleaning and rinsingmanuallyNote: Any ongoing backflush process mustfirst be finished before cleaning or rinsingcan be started.

1. Ensure that the milking station is inmanual mode.

2. Remove any cow that might be in themilking station.

After treatment window

Note: Both gates should be closed toprevent a cow from entering before thesystem cleaning has been started. Closingand opening gates is done in the Stallcontrol window.

3. Press the tab After Treatment on thetouch screen to display the After treatmentwindow.

4. In the After treatment window, press theCleaning and Rinsing button. This will openthe Cleaning and rinsing window.

5. The settings for the six avaliable cleaningprograms are made by the service engineerin the management software. You canselect one of these six cleaning programs.The selected program is the one you usewhen starting manual rinsing and cleaningfrom the touch screen.

If you selected the wrong type ofcleaning/rinsing or changed your mind,press button Abort Cleaning/Rinsing tocancel the process. Take notice that whenthe cleaning is aborted, the system willperform a draining and drying cycle anyhow.This will take at least three minutes.

Rinsing is done with water only; systemcleanings started manually from the touchscreen are alkaline or acid. This is set bythe service engineer.

If you selected a system cleaning, changefilter sock in the milk filter unit when thecleaning has been completed.

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filter sock is three times a day. A new filtersock should always be inserted after asystem cleaning.

Viewing the progress of acleaning processDuring a VMS cleaning session, eachcleaning phase, for example, pre-rinse orcirculation cleaning is displayed in the Aftertreatment window. After starting acleaning/rinsing process from the touchscreen, view information about the cleaningprocess by pressing the Close Cleaning andRinsing button.

Below is an example of a system cleaning.

Elapsed time of thecleaning process

White

Ongoing cleaning typeand phase

Blue

Each cleaning phase is displayed at the topof the window. When the cleaning sessionstarts, each phase changes colourprogressively from left to right. Blue meansthat the cleaning phase has beenperformed, white means ongoing cleaningphase.

Ongoing cleaning phase is also displayed inthe middle right corner of the touch screen.In this area it is also possible see thecleaning type.

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Maintenance

IntroductionThis chapter contains instructions on how tocarry out maintenance on a regular basis.

Regular maintenance is vital to milkquality and system performance.

When carrying out maintenance, always useapplicable manuals.

Note that the VMS system comprisesDeLaval products that are used in othertypes of installations besides VMS.Consequently, these products; that is,compressor, vacuum pump and therefrigeration equipment have their ownmanuals or handbooks.

A maintenance schedule is provided at theend of this chapter. The schedule includesmaintenance tasks that has to be carriedout.

Maintenance routines for the milk samplerare covered in a separate chapter, see "Milksampler; Maintenance".

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Daily checklistThe following checklist includes differentcomponents on a VMS system that has tobe checked daily.

1. Overall performance

2. VMS management software

3. Vacuum

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pump: DeLaval DVP-F, or VP 700

4. Atlas Copco SF4 Full-feature compressor

5. Cleaning detergent

Overall performanceVisit the barn and observe an automaticmilking session from start to end. Examinethe following to confirm that the milkingstation works properly:

Rear plate

Movements of the rear plate

The plate should tilt forwards and restagainst the back legs of the cow and bepulled back to the upright position when thecow has left the milking station.

Multi-purpose arm

The arm should move and rotate smoothlyand be able to fetch cups without difficulty.Re-determine the cup positions if necessary.

Proper functioning of the rear plate andmulti-purpose arm will make it easierlocating teats and contribute to morereliable milking process.

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Teat cleaningsealings

Teat preparation cup

Teat preparation

Check that the vacuum is turned onimmediately before attachment by listeningto the change in sound from the cup. Tomaintain good udder health, check that teatcleaning is carried out without waterescaping from the top or at the holes on thesides of the cup. If this occurs, the tubemight be damaged or the teat is too long.Maximum teat length is 70 mm. Make surethat the wastewater and foremilk from theteat preparation are drained from thewastewater tank when the teat cleaning iscompleted. Also check the teat cleaningsealings concerning wear and leakage.

Function of disinfect spray

To maintain good udder health, check thatall teats are disinfected properly. Refilldisinfect liquid if necessary. (The liquid iskept in the front section of the milkingstation.)

Movements of the magazine betweenmilking and cleaning/backflush position

To avoid stop alarms, check that themovements appear normal.

Backflush: Interior rinsing of teatcupsand teat preparation cup

To prevent stop alarm as well ascontamination between cows, confirm thatthe lid covers the teat preparation cupduring the backflush.

Exterior rinsing

Cup shower (exterior rinsing of theteatcups)

Check that the teatcups are rinsed on bothsides.

Liners and milk tubes

To maintain good udder health, check thatthe liners and milk tubes are free frompuncture and other damage.

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Gripper sponge

Camera sponge

Camera sponge

To utilise the camera sufficiently, check thatthe camera sponge is clean, if not rinse itthoroughly.

Watch an automatic camera cleaning. Ifnecessary, re-determine the position of thecamera cleaner (sponge).

Gripper sponge

Check that the gripper sponge is clean, ifnot rinse it thoroughly.

Flushing of the floor by water

To avoid risk of contamination, check thatthe water jets have sufficient force.

Management softwareIn the management software (program inthe PC), functions such as cow monitoring,status and reports should be checked daily.For further information about the functions,see instruction book "VMSMgmt 2007".

- Check the Status window to getinformation about milking sessions,actions that the milking station carries outand deviations, which may indicate thatsome part of the system is not workingproperly.

- Cow monitoring window monitors generalhealth and the udder health of individualcows. Check the different indicators in thewindow:

• Milk monitor

• Incomplete milkings

• Kick-off

• Milking interval

- Check the following reports:

• Attention reports that notify about issuessuch as, low feed consumption,insemination dates etc.

• System reports

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Vacuum pump- Check that the vacuum level is 44±1 kPa.

Vacuum gauges are usually positioned inthe machine room and at the milkingstation. The vacuum level is alsodisplayed on the touch screen.

If necessary, see the service chapter in themanual that came with the product.

Atlas Copco SF4 Full-featurecompressor- Check that the air pressure is between

7-8 bar.

- Make sure that the ventilation (or heating)is sufficient to maintain ambienttemperature between 10 and 30 °C.

- Check the dew point gauge.

- Drain the condensed water manually.

The compressor should never be exposedto temperatures below 0 (zero).

The ambient temperature of the compressorshould not rise above 40 °C.

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Hydraulic pump unit

Oil filter indicator

Temperature/Oil level indicator

Hydraulic pump unit

Max. oil level

60 °C = min. oil level

Oil cap

- Check the oil temperature of the hydraulicpump unit. Depending on the ambienttemperature, normal temperature of theoil should be between 30-50 °C. If thetemperature increases more than 60 °C,an alarm will be issued and the pump willstop.

The ambient temperature of the hydraulicpump unit should not rise above 40 °C.

- Check the oil level on the indicator. Oillevel should not decrease below theminimum level. Minimum oil mark islocated at the same level as 60 °C. Ifnecessary, open the oil cap and fill thepump unit with oil.

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Warning: The multi-purpose arm is drivenby hydraulic oil. Avoid skin contact whenhandling oil. Repeated contact with the oilmay cause severe skin injury. Keep awayfrom children and animals.

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Caution: Only use DeLaval hydraulicsynthetic oil. Mixing this oil with hydraulicstandard oil or any other type of oil maydamage the system.

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Caution: When filling the hydraulic pumpunit with oil, ensure that no dirt or particlesenter into the unit.

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Cleaning detergent- Make sure that the cleaning detergent

used for system cleaning is not exhausted.

- Check that the cleaning detergent is beingemployed as it should be.

Daily maintenanceAs a recommendation, the milking stationshould be cleaned three times a day toavoid contamination between the cows.Especially important items below are:

• Magazine, teatcups and milk tubes

• Teat preparation module

• Feeding module

• Stall and floor

Cleaning equipment• One or two brushes

• One or two buckets

• A piece of pneumatic hose (6 mm indiameter)

• A screwdriver with a flat blade

• Mild cleaning detergent

• Water hose

Preparations for working safelyBefore cleaning the milking station, dothe following:

Work modeService mode

1. Put the milking station in manual modeand park the multi-purpose arm.

2. Deactivate the multi-purpose arm bysetting the service switch to service mode.

3. Close both gates of the station to preventcows from entering.

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Air supply switch 4. Shut the air to the stall (gates andfeeding module) and lower arm with the airsupply switch on the upper beam. The gatescan be opened by hand when the air supplyis shut.

For instructions, see the following sectionsin the chapter "DeLaval voluntary milkingsystem VMS; Operation":

"Switching from automatic to manual mode".

"Deactivating the multi-purpose arm".

"Stall and feeding functions".

“Shutting off the compressed-air to thegates”.

The following parts on the milkingstation should be cleaned daily.

BA

A. Magazine, teatcups and milk tubes

B. Teat preparation module

DC

C. End effector

D. Camera window

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F

E. Feeding module

F. Stall and floor

Cleaning of magazine, teatcups andmilk tubes1. On the touch screen, press the VMS,then Teatcup Magazine Service button.

2. Press the Release button for eachteatcup.

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Sealing collar

Splash guard

3. Clean the teatcups and the milk tubesusing water, mild cleaning detergent, and abrush. Check the liners and tubes forpunctures or other damage.

4. Use the water hose to remove dirt fromrollers, sealing collars, nozzles and splashguard.

5. Flush the teatcups and milk tubes withwater to remove the cleaning detergent.

6. Retract the teatcups back into themagazine by pressing the Retract button foreach teatcup.

7. Check that the cords between theretraction cylinders and the pulleys are tightand not damaged or worn.

8. Press the Done Testing Teatcups IObutton to close the window.

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Cleaning of teat preparation cup1. On the touch screen, press the VMS,then Teatcleaner Service button.

2. Press the button Cleaner Park Weighttwice, then pull out the teat preparation cup.

3. Clean the teat preparation cup and itstube using water, mild cleaning detergent,and a brush. Check the tube for damage.

4. Flush with water to remove the cleaningdetergent.

Teat preparation cup home position

Lid

5. Flush the home position, including the lid.

6. Retract the teat preparation cup bypressing Cleaner Park Weight.

7. Check that the cord between theretraction cylinder and the pulley is tight andnot damaged or worn.

8. Press the Close Teatcleaner Serv andMaint button to close the window.

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Caution: Do not use high-pressure deviceswhen cleaning the gripper. Penetratingwater might destroy the gripper interior.

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Cleaning of end effector

1. Clean the end effector with water, milddetergent, and a brush.

2. Adjust the nozzle on the water hose sothat the jet of water is of moderate force.

3. Flush with water to remove the cleaningdetergent.

4. Flush also at the joint on the end effectorand through the holes behind the camera toremove dirt inside the end effector. Turn theend effector slightly while flushing behindthe camera house to drain the water.

Cleaning of camera windowAlways use soft and clean towels. Changethe towels several times during the cleaningto avoid scratching the window with the dirt.

1. Flush the camera unit with water. Wait amoment to let the water dissolve the dirt.

2. Carefully remove the dissolved dirt with adamp and clean towel.

3. If the water did not dissolve all the dirt,apply a mixture of water and a mild cleaningdetergent on the cover: for example, byusing a squeeze-bottle. Take a new damp,clean towel and wipe the cover.

4. When the cover is clean, wipe it with adry and clean towel.

Note: If the teat localisation performancedeteriorates, check the camera windowcarefully. Perhaps additional maintenancebelow is required.

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Additional maintenance depending onwater quality

Rubber cap The camera is automatically cleaned withwater during operation. Some waterqualities might in special cases, produce athin coating of lime or dirt on the front glass.If this occurs the camera window can onlybe cleaned with acidic detergents or withthe help of a razor blade. See the followingprocedure.

Note: Acidic detergent could affect thesilicone sealing of the camera.

Note: The aluminium cover on the cameraunit discolours when in repeated contactwith acid.

Note: Acidic solutions entering into the endeffector will eventually damage the endeffector internals.

Do not use detergent on the camerasponge.

The procedure below should not be used asdaily routine, only when needed.

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Caution: Do not spray acidic solutions ontothe camera front. This practice will exposethe entire camera housing and the solutionwill also enter the end effector.

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1. Rotate the arm so that the camera isupside down during the cleaning procedure.This is to protect the end effector.

2. Use a very small amount of acidicdetergent in concentrated form on a softcloth, and rub only the glass part and avoidtouching the surrounding aluminium.Recommended type: Cidmax. DeLavaltakes no responsibility for the use of othercleaning detergents.

3. Rinse the camera housing thoroughly toremove the detergent.

If the coating cannot be removed with acidicdetergent, very carefully use a razor bladeinstead. Be careful not to scratch the glassor harm the silicone!

Cleaning of feeding module

Funnel

Manger

Transponderreader

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2. Turn the dispenser to reach the funnel. Ifthere are two dispensers, one of them mustbe loosened and removed.

3. Open the feed tube lid by pressing thefollwing buttons on the touch screen: VMS >Stall Control > Additional Stall Control >Open

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lid

Feedtube

Feedinghose

4. Flush water in the funnel, through thefeed pipe and feed tube and down in themanger. Do not use high-pressure cleaner.

5. Use a brush in the funnel and manger ifnecessary. Clean the edges thoroughly. Anunclean manger causes high bacteriagrowing and may make cows sick andreluctant to enter the station.

6. To prevent mould from growing and thefeed stuff to clog together, dry blow the feedtube, feeding hose and lid with compressedair.

7. Dry the funnel and manger using a cleantowel.

8. Put back the second dispenser (if any)and fasten it.

9. Close the feed tube lid by pressing thefollwing buttons on the touch screen: VMS >Stall Control > Additional Stall Control >Close

10. Set the service switch in operation mode.

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Cleaning of stall and floor

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Rear plate

Rear gable

Mangersupport

Front gable

Dispenser

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Warning: Never put any part of your bodybetween the rear plate and the rear gable,between the manger support and the frontgable, or between the chute and dispenser.You may become seriously injured.

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Floor matGates

1. Clean all parts that have been in contactwith the cows such as the gates, floor matsand the lower beam. Use water, mildcleaning detergent, and a brush.

2. Clean the rear plate by using a waterhose or a brush if necessary.

Note: Use a special brush for the rear plateto avoid spreading bacteria.

3. Clean/flush the floor and floor mats in andaround the milking station.

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Change of filter sockThe filter sock should be changed aftereach VMS system cleaning. Recommendedcleaning interval is 3 times per day.

See the figure below.

Preparing the milking station for exchangeof milk filter unit is initiated by pressing abutton connected to the MRC.

1. Press in the filter exchange button. Thelamp in the button give a steady light if it isOK to change filter. If not the lamp flashes.The latter is the case if a milking station ispumping milk or is in a cleaning process. Ifso; wait until the process is completed. Allmilking stations is now first purging milk totank and then closing the tank valve. Thesystem is now prepared for filter exchange.

2. Remove the locking nut and pull thehandle to remove the internal assembly.

3. Inspect the interior parts for cleanliness.Clean the unit if required.

4. Pull the handle to remove the guiding rodwith filter from the spring.

5. Remove the old filter sock from theguiding rod.

6. Thread a new filter sock on the guidingrod and pull it up on the sleeve.

7. Insert the guiding rod with filter sock intothe spring.

8. Insert the assembly into the filter unit andrefit the locking nut.

9. Press the button again so it releases andcomes out.

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Milk filter exchange button

Milk room controller

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Weekly maintenance

Milk filter unit: cleaning interior parts

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Remove and hand clean the following parts:

• Locking nut.

• Guiding rod with particular attention to thelid.

• Spring.

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Cleaning of cow-detection sensors

Cow-detectionsensor

The cow-detection sensor on the upper beam

- To avoid stop alarm, wipe thecow-detection sensor on top of the stationcarefully using a clean towel or cloth. Dustmay deposit on the sensor and impairdetection.

Cow-detectionsensors

Smart selection gate

- If the system uses a smart selection gate,perform the same procedure for all threecow-detection sensors on the gate.

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Check of teat preparation module1. On the touch screen, first press the VMS,then Teatcleaner Service button.

2. Press the button Cleaner Park Weighttwice, then pull out the teat preparation cup.

3. Press the button Start Cleaner to start theteat preparation.

4. Put a thumb inside the cup. Then checkthe following:

- That there is vacuum inside the cup. If thevacuum is very poor, the tube might bedamaged.

- That water comes out of the four rows ofnozzles inside the cup. The wateralternates between two rows at a timewith an interval of two times per second.

- That the water temperature isapproximately 30 °C.

5. Rerun the process a number of times toallow the water temperature to stabilise.

6. When the check is complete, press theCleaner Park Weight button to retract theteat preparation cup.

7. Press the Close Teatcleaner Serv andMaint button to close the window.

Check of Oil recirculation system(ORS)If the system uses ORS, check the following:

- Check that the lubrication rate is 20-40drops per minute in the Oil recirculationsystem (ORS).

- Check and clean the air filter.

- Check and clean the oil filter.

Note: For instructions, see the instructionbook for the ORS.

- When the hydraulic pump unit is inoperation, check that the oil filter indicatordisplays green. If the indicator displaysred then the filter must be changed.

Note that if the temperature to the hydraulicpump unit is over the limits or oil level is too

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low, this will issue an alarm and stop thepump unit. To start the pump unit after analarm, see chapter “DeLaval voluntarymilking system VMS; Operation”.

Maintenance every third week

Change of linersPreparations

1. Start a system cleaning (or make sure ithas been carried out).

2. Release the teatcups.

Change time

• 500 hours or 2500 milking sessions.

Note that the maintenance of liners mostlydepends on the number of milking sessions.Consequently, maintenance intervals maychange depending on number of milkingcows for a VMS system.

Type of wear

The reason of deterioration of liners is dueto contact with milk, chemicals, hot waterand steam. In addition, liners wear outduring operational lifetime.

Consequences of failure to followmaintenance schedule

Overuse of liners and abuse of detergentleads to deterioration of the materialproperties. The first sign of this is that theliner sucks air (the mouthpiece lip isdamaged).

Liner air-sucking leads to risk ofdeteriorated teat massage, which in turncan lead to deteriorated milkingperformance and negative influences onudder health.

Symptoms of defect part

Check or change the liners in case ofprolonged milkings, raised bacteria counts,and air-sucking during milking.

Note: Each teatcup is assigned a specificposition in the magazine. Change one linerat a time or mark the teatcups according toposition.

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Removal1 1. Remove the teatcup from the flexible tube.

2 2. Use the pipe tool to remove theconnector pipe.

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3 3. Remove the old liner using the assemblytool.

4. Always clean the teatcups to get rid ofpossible fat/dirt on the surface.

5. Check that the teatcup is free from sharpedges etc.

1 Installation

1. Attach the loop of the assembly tool ontothe down end of the new liner.

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Handle

Barrel2 2. Insert the handle of the assembly tool

into the barrel of the liner.

3 3. Insert the liner into the teatcup.

4 4. Fit the liner head onto the teatcup.

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5 5. Remove the handle out of the liner andthrough the hole of the teatcup. Make surethat the metal rope lock is above the edgeof the teatcup. Pull the handle smoothly butin one movement in an angle of 0 - 45degrees until the liner is in the right position.

Note: Do not pull the handle straight up.

6 6. Check that the liner is installed as shownin the picture.

7 7. Use the pipe tool to insert the connectorpipe.

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8 8. Attach the flexible double-tube to theteatcup. Ensure that the pulse tube and themilk tube are attached in the correct way.

9. Perform a cleaning with an acid detergentafter installation to get rid of possibleresidues on the liner.

Check of Oil recirculation system(ORS)The service includes filter-kit and oil.

If the VMS system uses ORS:

- Change the air filter.

- Change oil and oil filter.

Note: For instructions and troubleshooting,see the instruction book for ORS.

Service personnel should check that theORS works properly at each visit.

Change time

• 600 hours

Type of wear

The reason of deterioration is due tomechanical operation and heat contact.


If old oil is mixed with new oil, dirt residueswill coagulate. This will cause the oil tolubricate the vacuum pump poorly.

Monthly maintenance

Change of flexible double-tubesThe service includes 4 short tubes(combined pulse and milk tubes).

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Preparations

1. Start a system cleaning (or make sure ithas been carried out).

2. Release the teatcups.

Change time

• 700 hours

• Check the condition of the double-tubesat regular intervals. Change them ifnecessary.

Type of wear

The reason of deterioration of tubes is dueto contact with milk, chemicals, hot waterand steam. In addition, liners wear outduring operational lifetime.


Risk of collapsed tubes and punctures,especially around the nipple connections ifthe tubes are damaged during take-off. Thisleads to decreased vacuum, risk of bacterialgrowth and this results in poor milk quality.

Removing the flexible double-tubes

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Attaching new flexible double-tubes

Note: Make sure that the pulse tube and themilk tube are attached in the correct way.

1

2

Check of multi-purpose armCheck the rubber tubes

- Check the rubber tubes on the arm fortear and wear.

- Check the tubes and couplings for oilleakage.

Type of wear

The reason of deterioration is due to themechanical operation.

Check of Atlas Copco SF4Full-feature compressor- Check the air filter.


Inadequate function of the compressor willcause poor stall operation.

Note: For instructions, see the compressorhandbook.

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Vacuum pump: DeLaval DVP-FService should be carried out after thevacuum pump operation has reached to1000 hours.

For further information, see the servicechapter in the manual that came with theproduct.

Bi-monthly activities

Removing hair from uddersStraw can adhere to udders. This mightmake it difficult for the image-interpretingsoftware to distinguish a teat from otherobjects. Shaved udders prevent these kindof problems.

Teats should always be kept free from hair.

Yearly maintenance

Change of hydraulic pump unit oilfilterChange of hydraulic pump unit oil filter mustbe done at least once a year or when the oilfilter indicator is red. The hydraulic pumpunit must be shut down before replacing thefilter, see chapter "DeLaval VoluntaryMilking System VMS; operation", section"Shutting down the hydraulic pump unit".

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Hinges

Smart selection gate

Lubrication of hinges on the gatesSmart selection gate

To ensure that the gate is opening andclosing smoothly and the hinges are notbeing worn out, lubricate the hinges fromthe grease nipples once a year. If the gatehas a big workload; that is, more than 300passages per day, more frequent lubricationintervals may be necessary. Check thecondition of the hinges once a month andlubricate if necessary.

Hinges

Separation gate

Separation gate

If the system uses a separation gate, carryout the same procedure for hinges on theseparation gate. See the figure.

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1

3, 4, 7

5

6

8

9

2Maintenance of refrigeration equipmentsuch as storage tanks or condensing unitsdepends on the choice of products, whichcan be delivered by DeLaval or othersuppliers. The maintenance schedule belowrefers to “Closed tanks, DX cooling tankwith Hygenius”.

If the system uses DeLaval Instant cooling,additional maintenance should beperformed on “P30 Clip-on”, the plate cooleron the receiver unit.

For instructions and further information, seethe manual that came with the product.

Check point Maintenanceintervals (monthly)

Maintenanceintervals

(quarterly)

Maintenance intervals(yearly)

Check point Maintenanceintervals (monthly)

Maintenanceintervals

(quarterly)

Maintenance intervals(yearly)

1. Clean the detergentcontainer and the caps.

X1. Clean the detergentcontainer and the caps.

X

2. Clean the air vent. X2. Clean the air vent. X3. Clean the grey cap and

rubber plate double outlet.X3. Clean the grey cap and

rubber plate double outlet.X

4. Clean the nut and blindliner double outlet.

X4. Clean the nut and blindliner double outlet.

X

5. Clean the manhole ring. X5. Clean the manhole ring. X6. Clean the exterior of the

tank.X6. Clean the exterior of the

tank.X

7. Clean the black capdouble outlet.

X7. Clean the black capdouble outlet.

X

8. Clean the non-returnvalve.

X8. Clean the non-returnvalve.

X

9. Clean the condensing unit.* X9. Clean the condensing unit.* X

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* The front of the condensing unit must becleaned frequently to avoid blocking of theairflow. This must be done carefully with asoft brush.

Never use solvents on any part of therefrigeration equipment.

Maintenance schedule: asummary

Activity Daily Weekly Every thirdweek

Monthly Bi-mont-hly

YearlyActivity Daily Weekly Every thirdweek

Monthly Bi-mont-hly

Yearly

Checklist:1. Overall performance2. VMS management software3. Vacuum pump (DVP-F or VP 700)4. Atlas Copco SF4 Full-featurecompressor5. Hydraulic pump unit6. Cleaning detergent

XChecklist:1. Overall performance2. VMS management software3. Vacuum pump (DVP-F or VP 700)4. Atlas Copco SF4 Full-featurecompressor5. Hydraulic pump unit6. Cleaning detergent

X

Cleaning of milking station XCleaning of milking station X

Change of filter sock XChange of filter sock X

Milk filter unit: cleaning interior parts XMilk filter unit: cleaning interior parts X

Cleaning of cow-detection sensors XCleaning of cow-detection sensors X

Check of teat preparation module XCheck of teat preparation module X

Check of hydraulic pump unit oil filterindicator

XCheck of hydraulic pump unit oil filterindicator

X

Check of air and oil filter, and lubricationrate in ORS

XCheck of air and oil filter, and lubricationrate in ORS

X

Change of liners XChange of liners X

Change of air and oil filter, and oil in ORS XChange of air and oil filter, and oil in ORS X

Change of flexible double-tubes XChange of flexible double-tubes X

Check of multi-purpose arm XCheck of multi-purpose arm X

Check of compressor XCheck of compressor X

Vacuum pump (DVP-F) XVacuum pump (DVP-F) X

Removing hair from udders XRemoving hair from udders X

Lubrication of hinges on the gates XLubrication of hinges on the gates X

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Activity Daily Weekly Every thirdweek

Monthly Bi-mont-hly

YearlyActivity Daily Weekly Every thirdweek

Monthly Bi-mont-hly

Yearly

Change of hydraulic pump unit oil filter XChange of hydraulic pump unit oil filter X

Note: The table above does not include themaintenance schedule of the refrigeratorequipment. For the summary of therefrigerator equipment, see the sectionabove.

Note: For ORS, vacuum pump (DVP-F orVP 700) and the compressor, applicablemanuals must be used.

Note: Maintenance of vacuum pumpdepends on choice of product type. In otherwords, service is carried out in differentintervals for vacuum pump DeLaval DVP-Fand VP 700.

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Milk sampler

Operation

About collecting milk samplesA sampling sequence normally takes 24hours and should be stopped afterperforming a system cleaning. This way, thesampler will be cleaned after the sampling.

Before starting a system cleaning, puttingthe milking station into manual mode isrecommended. This gives you theopportunity to disconnect the samplerbefore milking restarts. Consequently, milkresidues in the milk sampler during storageor transportation will be avoided. When asystem cleaning is inconvenient orimpractical, see the section "Manualcleaning" in chapter "Milk sampler;Maintenance".

Reports about sampling sequences can beaccessed in the management software.Sampling reports are located in Systemreports > VMS cow reports > Milk sampling.For more information about reports, seechapter "Reports" in the instruction book"VMSMgmt 2007".

Collecting milk samplesThere are three main steps when collectingmilk samples:

• Connecting the milk sampler

• Starting a sampling sequence

• Stopping a sampling sequence

Connecting the milk sampler1. Stop the cow traffic through the milkingstation. Milking must not take place whensteps 1 to 8 below are in progress.

2. Place the milk sampler in front of themilking station on an even surface.

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Manual valve

3 3. Shut off the vacuum to the receiver usingthe manual valve.

4. Attach the milk hose to the milk pumpconnection on the milk pump (see picture).

ALCOMbusconnector

Control box

5. Connect the electrical cable to theALCOM bus connector on the control box..

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To milk sampler milkcontainer

Milk pumpconnection

Return line

Return lineconnector

6. Remove the air-purge valve and mountthe return line connector (see picture).

7. Connect the return line to the return lineconnection.

8. Turn on the vacuum to the receiver usingthe manual valve.

Starting a sampling sequence

Milk sampler window

When the milk sampler has not been usedmore than three days it may need to becleaned before being used again. That iswhy the sampling sequence is normallystarted just before a system cleaning.

Note: Make sure to check the settings formilk sampling in the management softwarebefore starting a sampling sequence. Forfurther information, see chapter "Milkingstation" in the instruction book "VMSMgmt2007".

Sampling is performed by using the touchscreen.

1. Press the VMS button in the top rightcorner to display the VMS menu.

2. Press the Milk Sampler button to displaythe Milk sampler window.

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Location of the firstbottle

3. Select a sample bottle by typing thebottle's number on the Milk samplerwindow. Number one (1) is normally usedas the first bottle. If, however, the samplingsequence will continue when all samplebottles has been filled, use the comingnumber after the last bottle number of theprevious rack. In other words, if the sampletray has contained 130 bottles in the firstplace, you can continue the samplingsequence by typing the bottle number “131”.

Use the Clear button if you type the wrongnumber.

4. Press the Start Sampling Milk at posbutton to start the sampling.

Stopping a sampling sequenceA sampling sequence is stopped manuallyfrom the touch screen, after a systemcleaning.

1. Put the milking station into manual modeand start a system cleaning. The runnerthen goes to the 0 (zero) point.

2. After the system cleaning, press the StopMilk Sampling button on the Milk samplerwindow.

Sample tray

Runner at zeropoint

Control-boxcover

Sample compartment

3. With the runner still in the 0 (zero) pointposition, disconnect the milk sampler fromthe milking station.

Note: The sampler must be disconnectedbefore milking restarts to avoid milkresidues in the sampler during storage ortransportation.

4. Remove the sample tray and flush thesample compartment. To prevent waterfrom damaging the electrical parts, close thecontrol-box cover. Make sure that therunner is clean.

5. Check the silicone tubes for damage.

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Maintenance

About carrying out maintenanceIn normal circumstances, the milking stationwill carry out the cleaning process on themilk sampler during a system cleaning.Manual cleaning will only be performedwhen the milk sampler has not beencleaned by the VMS.

If any parts such as a silicone hose is beendamaged or have deteriorated, additionalmaintenance will be needed.

Manual cleaningTools: Syringe without needle.

cd25

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Control-boxcover

1

Main cover

1. Open the control-box cover and the maincover.

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2 Milk container

Disconnect hoses

2. Disconnect all hoses from the milkcontainer, then remove the container.

3. Use a syringe without a needle to cleanthe disconnected hoses. Fill the syringe withlukewarm water, press the tip of the syringeinto one of the hoses and then inject thewater through the hose. Repeat the sameprocedure for all hoses.

If there are any dirt or milk residues left inthe hoses, remove the hoses and rinsethem with lukewarm water, then wash themusing a mild detergent, then rinse again withwater to remove detergent.

If the milk sampler has not been cleaned fora long time, milk residues may beimpossible to remove, in which case thetubes should be replaced. See theadditional maintenance below.

5. First disassemble the container, thenrinse it with lukewarm water and clean withappropriate detergents. Finally, rinse againwith water to remove detergent.

6. Reconnect the hoses onto the container.

Note: It is important not to shorten thehoses too much if they have beendeteriorated.

Cylindrical coneon container lidClip

7. Reassemble the container. Note that thecylindrical cones must face each other andbe properly inserted in the clip.

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Additional maintenance

Changing hoses

The other two hosesSilicone hose on thetube wheel

The three hoses, as shown on the figure,must be changed if they have beendeteriorated or can not be cleaned properly.Due to the tricky operation, only the hosechanging on the tube wheel has beendescribed.

1

Sample tube

Changing the silicone hose on the tubewheel

1. Lift the sample tube that is inserted in therunner.

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2 2. Remove the silicon hose from the sampletube and hold the silicone hose.

3-4

Remove thesilicone hosefrom the hole.

3. Slowly rewind the silicone hose onto thetube wheel using a finger.

4. Pull the silicone hose and remove it fromthe hole.

Note: Keep finger on the tube wheel toprevent it revolving too fast. If you let thetube wheel rotate freely, the spring will bedamaged and must then be replaced.

5. Return the wheel slowly to the startposition.

6. To fit a new silicone hose onto the tubewheel, turn the tube wheel 8 timesclockwise.

7. Push the silicone hose through the holein the wheel.

8. Allow the spring to rewind the siliconehose on to the wheel.

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9 9. Reinsert the sample tube into the siliconehose.

250 mm

10 10. Check that about 250 mm of the tubeprotrudes from the hole in the wheel.

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DeLaval online cellcounter OCC

Operation

IntroductionDeLaval online cell counter (OCC) isoptional equipment to the VMS. OCC isintegrated in the milking station and canperform continuous cell count. The range ofcows to be measured can be set from the allcows (default setting) to one individual cow.The cell count data is shown in themanagement software (Cow Monitoring)and on the touch screen. Sick cows can beidentified in an early state. OCC is based onthe same technology as DeLaval CellCounter (DCC).

ConnectionsThe DeLaval online cell counter isconnected to the following media andequipment:

• Sample milk from the milk pump outlet

• Electric power (12/24V) from the powerbox

• Warm water from the teat cleaner watersupply

• ALCOM bus for data communication

• Drainage for water/milk mixture

• Waste container for harmful liquids

• Compressed air for overpressure in theOCC cabinet

User interfaceThe user interface consists of the followingtwo parts:

• Touch screen

• Management software

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Management softwareThe VMS management software is the userinterface for the daily use of DeLaval onlinecell counter OCC, such as settings for cowsto be measured, cell count thresholds andmore. For more information, see chapter"VMS cow settings" in the instruction book"VMSMgmt 2007".

Touch screenThe touch screen is used for fault handling,maintenance, brief cell count data andhistorical data about the DeLaval online cellcount OCC.

Note that the DeLaval online cell counterOCC information on the touch screen isavailable only if DeLaval online cell counterOCC is activated in the managementsoftware.

On the touch screen, go to the OCC windowby pressing, VMS > Miscellaneous Service> Cell Counter.

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DeLaval online cellcounter OCC

MaintenanceThe maintenance is limited to replacementof liquid containers, flusching of drainhoses, combined with a visual check insidethe DeLaval online cell counter OCCcabinet.

Do the following to replace an empty(reagent and detergent) or full (waste)container:

The DeLaval online cell count OCC in manual mode

1. On the touch screen, go to the OCCwindow by pressing, VMS > MiscellaneousService > Cell Counter.

2. Set the DeLaval online cell counter OCCto Off-line mode; (Mode: Offline).

3. Press the (1) Shutdown button to startthe process to empty the system.Remaining liquid in the pipes is presseddown to the containers.

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Warning! The detergent liquid and thehypchloride are harmful liquids. Useprotection gloves and eye protectionglasses.

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Note!The content of the waste container isharmful and must be taken to a collectionpoint for environmentally harmful waste.

4. Replace the containers. The cabinet isuniquely designed to make the containers fitin the correct position.

The drain connection piece

5. Flush the big drain hose inside thecabinet and the drain connection piece withwater. Also flush the drain funnel and drainhose beneath the cabinet.

6. Visual check; check that the plastic funnelis clean inside; if not open it (lift the smalltube inside, twist funnel counter clockwiseand tilt it out) and clean with water.

7. Make sure to close the door properly.

8. Press the (2) Waste is empty button toverify that the waste container is empty.

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9. Press the (3) prime to fill up the systemwith liquids.

10. Press the (4) Selftest button to checkthe system status. If the result is OK,everything is ready. If not, go to chapter"DeLaval voluntary milking system VMS;Trouble shooting" to check alarms.

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The DeLaval online cell count OCC in manual mode

11. Press the Mode: Online button to set theDeLaval online cell count OCC to onlinemode.

12. The DeLaval online cell count OCC willnow operate automatically.

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TroubleshootingNote: This chapter is valid for VMS softwareversion 2007.

IntroductionThe ability to issue alarm messages is anatural feature in an all-around-the-clock,all-the-year-round, automatically operatedsystem such as VMS. The alarms can be ofdifferent severity: some are issued merely toinform about a deviation in the normaloperating process, while others mightrequire some form of action from theoperator.

The alarms can either be related to animalbehaviour, for example a cow that refusesto leave the station, or to technical errors. Inmost cases, the system initiates a numberof self-tests in order to try to correct theerror before finally issuing the alarm.

All alarm messages are issued on the PCscreen and the touch screen. Some are alsotransmitted as SMS (short text messages)and voice messages to telephones.

Recent or previous alarms can be viewed orprinted from the management software.

Alarms

Error codesEach alarm in the VMS system is assignedtwo error codes, major and minor. Themajor error code denotes the program thatgenerated the alarm, while the minor codeis a running number under each program. Aspecific alarm thus has a uniquecombination of major and minor code.

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The following major error codes exist:

1 - Milking Station (Mumgr): main programin the milking station; handles its overalloperation.

2 - Robot: program that handles theoperation of the multi-purpose arm.

3 - Milking: program that handles the milkingprocess.

4 - Cow traffic: programs that handles thegates of the milking station and thefilter/separation gates.

5 - Milk transport: program that handles thetransportation of milk from milking station totank.

6 - VMS I/O-man: program that handlescommunication and data transmission withinthe milking station as well as componentsconnected to it (except the PC).

7 - Cleaning unit: program that operates theplant cleaning unit.

9 - Programs that handle the datacommunication between the milking stationand the PC.

12 - Milk refrigeration: programs thatoperate or communicate with milk tanks andcooling equipment. The VMS system cantransfer and issue alarms from milk tanks ofother brands than DeLaval, but might not beable specify them clearly.

Types of alarmsVMS alarm messages are classified into thefollowing four groups:

• Status message: information aboutnormal actions that take place duringoperation. These messages can beviewed in the status window of themanagement software, or in the event liston the touch screen.

• Deviation: minor errors that might impairoperation slightly. Automatic correctionwill be reported in the status window ofthe management software or in the eventlist on the touch screen.

• User notification: errors that eventually

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require manual action, but for the timebeing allow the system to keep working inautomatic mode. These messages aresent via telephone (voice or SMS) topersons included in the Alarm receiver listin the management software.

• Stop alarms: errors that put humans,animals, milk quality or equipment at risk.System is stopped immediately. However,in most cases a number of re-attempts orself-tests are carried out to try to resolvethe error. If successful, the alarm isissued as a deviation. If unsuccessful, thealarm is issued as a stop alarm.

Meaning and actionsThe column named "Alarm text" in thetables below show the message wheneveran alarm is issued. In some cases, an alarmtext shows numbers or figures that aregenerated by unique circumstances (forexample, temperature, milk yield etc.) Inthis document, we have used … (three dots)instead of the real figures.

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Milking Station (Mumgr) - major code 1

M m Alarm text Type Meaning ActionM m Alarm text Type Meaning Action

1 1 Robotconnected

Statusmessage

Robot program is activated. None required.1 1 Robotconnected

Statusmessage

Robot program is activated. None required.

1 2 Milkingconnected

Statusmessage

Milking program is activated. None required.1 2 Milkingconnected

Statusmessage

Milking program is activated. None required.

1 3 Cowtrafficconnected

Statusmessage

Cow traffic program is activated. None required.1 3 Cowtrafficconnected

Statusmessage

Cow traffic program is activated. None required.

1 4 Milktransportconnected

Statusmessage

Milk transport program is activated. None required.1 4 Milktransportconnected

Statusmessage

Milk transport program is activated. None required.

1 5 Vmsiomanconnected

Statusmessage

MS communication and datatransfer program is activated.

None required.1 5 Vmsiomanconnected

Statusmessage

MS communication and datatransfer program is activated.

None required.

1 6 Vmsserverconnected

Statusmessage

PC communication and datatransfer programs are activated.

None required.1 6 Vmsserverconnected

Statusmessage

PC communication and datatransfer programs are activated.

None required.

1 7 Time forrinse

Statusmessage

Time for rinse. None required.1 7 Time forrinse

Statusmessage

Time for rinse. None required.

1 9 Recoverydone OK

Statusmessage

Self test was successful. None required.1 9 Recoverydone OK

Statusmessage

Self test was successful. None required.

1 10 Gate ctrlconnected

Statusmessage

Gate controller is activated None required.1 10 Gate ctrlconnected

Statusmessage

Gate controller is activated None required.

1 11 Gotconfiguration

Statusmessage

The milking station has receivedconfiguration data from the PC.

None required.1 11 Gotconfiguration

Statusmessage

The milking station has receivedconfiguration data from the PC.

None required.

1 12 Parking cups Statusmessage

The teatcups have been parkedand the vacuum pump has beenswitched off.

None required.1 12 Parking cups Statusmessage

The teatcups have been parkedand the vacuum pump has beenswitched off.

None required.

1 13 Activatingcups

Statusmessage

The teatcups are retracted into themagazine and the vacuum pump isswitched on.

None required.1 13 Activatingcups

Statusmessage

The teatcups are retracted into themagazine and the vacuum pump isswitched on.

None required.

1 15 Cow trapped Usernotification

A cow has been trapped in themilking station in accordance withoperator settings in the PC. If thestation is not put in manual modewithin 10 minutes, the cow will bereleased.

Optional (depends on the reason forapplying this function to the cow).

1 15 Cow trapped Usernotification

A cow has been trapped in themilking station in accordance withoperator settings in the PC. If thestation is not put in manual modewithin 10 minutes, the cow will bereleased.

Optional (depends on the reason forapplying this function to the cow).

1 16 Autocalibrati-on done OK

Statusmessage

Autocalibration of themulti-purpose arm (robot) wassuccessful.

None.1 16 Autocalibrati-on done OK

Statusmessage

Autocalibration of themulti-purpose arm (robot) wassuccessful.

None.

1 100 Robotdisconnected

Stop alarm Robot program is deactivated.Program error or MS computerproblem.

Restart the milking station. If the problempersists, contact service engineer.

1 100 Robotdisconnected

Stop alarm Robot program is deactivated.Program error or MS computerproblem.


1 101 Milkingdisconnected

Stop alarm Milking program is deactivated.Program error or MS computerproblem.


1 101 Milkingdisconnected

Stop alarm Milking program is deactivated.Program error or MS computerproblem.


1 102 Cowtrafficdisconnected

Stop alarm Cow traffic program isdeactivated. Program error or MScomputer problem.


1 102 Cowtrafficdisconnected

Stop alarm Cow traffic program isdeactivated. Program error or MScomputer problem.


1 103 Milktransportdisconnected

Stop alarm Milk transport program isdeactivated. Program error or MScomputer problem.


1 103 Milktransportdisconnected

Stop alarm Milk transport program isdeactivated. Program error or MScomputer problem.


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1 104 Vmsiomandisconnected

Stop alarm MS communication and datatransfer program is deactivated.Program error or MS computerproblem.


1 104 Vmsiomandisconnected

Stop alarm MS communication and datatransfer program is deactivated.Program error or MS computerproblem.


1 105 Vmsserverdisconnected

Stop alarm PC communication and datatransfer programs have beendeactivated; there is nocommunication between themilking station and the PC.

Restart the PC, or wait until it has beenrestarted automatically. Make sure themilking station enters automatic modeagain. (When the communication has beenre-established, the milking station will try tostart operating in automatic mode again if itwas in this mode when the programs failed.)Automatic restart of the milking station maytake place.

1 105 Vmsserverdisconnected

Stop alarm PC communication and datatransfer programs have beendeactivated; there is nocommunication between themilking station and the PC.

Restart the PC, or wait until it has beenrestarted automatically. Make sure themilking station enters automatic modeagain. (When the communication has beenre-established, the milking station will try tostart operating in automatic mode again if itwas in this mode when the programs failed.)Automatic restart of the milking station maytake place.

1 106 Invalidconfiguration

Stop alarm The milking station has receivedan invalid configuration.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: reload configurationdata.

1 106 Invalidconfiguration

Stop alarm The milking station has receivedan invalid configuration.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: reload configurationdata.

1 107 Severalmilkingsfailed

Usernotification

Several cows have passed themilking station without beingproperly milked on all teats. Whenthis has occurred X times (X canbe set in the managementsoftware, milking station on milkingtab) a User notification will be sent.The milking station will continueworking in automatic mode.However, when the counterreaches the double value (X+X),the system will stop and entermanual mode.

Check why the cows have not beenproperly milked.The following causes increase the counter:failure of identification, failure of teatpreparation, failure of teatcup attachment(sucessful reattachment decreases thecounter), problem concerning the vacuumlevel in a teatcup, exceptionally high or lowmilk yield, a self-test while a cow is in thestation.

1 107 Severalmilkingsfailed

Usernotification

Several cows have passed themilking station without beingproperly milked on all teats. Whenthis has occurred X times (X canbe set in the managementsoftware, milking station on milkingtab) a User notification will be sent.The milking station will continueworking in automatic mode.However, when the counterreaches the double value (X+X),the system will stop and entermanual mode.

Check why the cows have not beenproperly milked.The following causes increase the counter:failure of identification, failure of teatpreparation, failure of teatcup attachment(sucessful reattachment decreases thecounter), problem concerning the vacuumlevel in a teatcup, exceptionally high or lowmilk yield, a self-test while a cow is in thestation.

1 108 Cow toolong in stall

Usernotification

The cow has remained in themilking station for more than 30minutes.

The cow will be released after 30 minutes.Press the “Save Log files” button on thetouch screen ("Miscellaneous Service"window) and inform the service engineer.

1 108 Cow toolong in stall

Usernotification

The cow has remained in themilking station for more than 30minutes.

The cow will be released after 30 minutes.Press the “Save Log files” button on thetouch screen ("Miscellaneous Service"window) and inform the service engineer.

1 109 Gate ctrldisconnected

Stop alarm VMS gates program is deactivated. Restart the milking station. If the problempersists, contact service engineer.

1 109 Gate ctrldisconnected

Stop alarm VMS gates program is deactivated. Restart the milking station. If the problempersists, contact service engineer.

1 110 Unknowncow withtransponder…

Usernotification

The cow may not be registered inthe database, or the reading fromthe antenna may be wrong.Another reason may be adamaged transponder.

Make sure the cow is registered in thedatabase and that she is classified as aVMS cow. If the problem persists, contactservice engineer.

1 110 Unknowncow withtransponder…

Usernotification

The cow may not be registered inthe database, or the reading fromthe antenna may be wrong.Another reason may be adamaged transponder.

Make sure the cow is registered in thedatabase and that she is classified as aVMS cow. If the problem persists, contactservice engineer.

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1 111 Cow notidentified

Deviation The cow has not been identifiedwithin the preset time and will bereleased.

If identification fails for all cows, contactservice engineer.Service engineer only: The time the systemtries to identify a cow can be changed in themanagement software (VMS Config).If the cow(s) for which the identificationfailed are known, check the transponder(s):Remove the transponder from the cow,press “Accept cow” on the touch screen,activate the photocell until the entrancegate is closed, then put the transponderclose to the transponder. The cow numberassociated with transponder should now beshown on the touch screen.If this alarm appears several times a week,make sure that the transponder collars areloose enough for the transponders to hangvertically from the neck of the cows.Otherwise, the transponder reader mighthave difficulty in reading the transpondernumber.

1 111 Cow notidentified

Deviation The cow has not been identifiedwithin the preset time and will bereleased.

If identification fails for all cows, contactservice engineer.Service engineer only: The time the systemtries to identify a cow can be changed in themanagement software (VMS Config).If the cow(s) for which the identificationfailed are known, check the transponder(s):Remove the transponder from the cow,press “Accept cow” on the touch screen,activate the photocell until the entrancegate is closed, then put the transponderclose to the transponder. The cow numberassociated with transponder should now beshown on the touch screen.If this alarm appears several times a week,make sure that the transponder collars areloose enough for the transponders to hangvertically from the neck of the cows.Otherwise, the transponder reader mighthave difficulty in reading the transpondernumber.

1 112 Unexpectedhigh yield

Deviation More milk (50%) than expectedhas been obtained from a quarter.

Check the corresponding air-inlet is notclogged. If the problem persists, contactservice engineer.

1 112 Unexpectedhigh yield

Deviation More milk (50%) than expectedhas been obtained from a quarter.

Check the corresponding air-inlet is notclogged. If the problem persists, contactservice engineer.

1 114 Mumgrdisconnected

Stop alarm The main program in the milkingstation is deactivated.


1 114 Mumgrdisconnected

Stop alarm The main program in the milkingstation is deactivated.


1 115 Unexpectedlow yield

Deviation Less than 40% of the expectedyield has been obtained from aquarter.

Check the cow.1 115 Unexpectedlow yield

Deviation Less than 40% of the expectedyield has been obtained from aquarter.

Check the cow.

1 117 High MStemperature(-...)

Usernotification

Temperature in the system isabove 60 degrees centigrade.Thealarm will call the farmer butsystem will remain in auto mode.Temperature must go below 60and up again to trigg a new alarm.

Turn on or increase the flow of cooling air tothe electrical cubicle.

1 117 High MStemperature(-...)

Usernotification

Temperature in the system isabove 60 degrees centigrade.Thealarm will call the farmer butsystem will remain in auto mode.Temperature must go below 60and up again to trigg a new alarm.

Turn on or increase the flow of cooling air tothe electrical cubicle.

1 119 Not cleanedafter divert

Stop alarm A rinse or cleaning should havebeen carried out after the lastmilking, but was not. The selectedmilk type for the cow is probably"Divert milk" after wich normallyshould follow a cleaningprocedure. (This milk type is used,for example, when a cow receivessome kind of medical treatment.)

Start a rinse or cleaning manually.1 119 Not cleanedafter divert

Stop alarm A rinse or cleaning should havebeen carried out after the lastmilking, but was not. The selectedmilk type for the cow is probably"Divert milk" after wich normallyshould follow a cleaningprocedure. (This milk type is used,for example, when a cow receivessome kind of medical treatment.)

Start a rinse or cleaning manually.

1 120 Autocalibrati-on failsstatus ...

Deviation Autocalibration of the robot hasfailed.Additional information: 20 =Problem with Balance or PRBScalibration. 21 = Problem withperformance. 30 = Calibrationcancelled by operator. (Previouscalibration data will be used.)

No action is necessary if the robot performswell. Inform service engineer if the robot isnot working well.

1 120 Autocalibrati-on failsstatus ...

Deviation Autocalibration of the robot hasfailed.Additional information: 20 =Problem with Balance or PRBScalibration. 21 = Problem withperformance. 30 = Calibrationcancelled by operator. (Previouscalibration data will be used.)

No action is necessary if the robot performswell. Inform service engineer if the robot isnot working well.

1 121 Guardmasterblock MS

Usernotification

US market only. Guardmaster hasbeen activated and is blockingmovement of robot arm andmagazine.

Clear blocking by entering pin code atGuardmaster. This will allow normaloperation of milksing station

1 121 Guardmasterblock MS

Usernotification

US market only. Guardmaster hasbeen activated and is blockingmovement of robot arm andmagazine.

Clear blocking by entering pin code atGuardmaster. This will allow normaloperation of milksing station

1 122 Guardmasterallow MS

Statusmessage

US market only. Guardmaster hasgranted normal operation ofmilking station.

None1 122 Guardmasterallow MS

Statusmessage

US market only. Guardmaster hasgranted normal operation ofmilking station.

None

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1 200 Externalalarm tomilkingstation

UserNotification

Some external device connectedto milking station has generated analarm.

This is an option. Action is depending onwhat device has generated the alarm.

1 200 Externalalarm tomilkingstation

UserNotification

Some external device connectedto milking station has generated analarm.

This is an option. Action is depending onwhat device has generated the alarm.

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2 11 Cupattached toteat

Statusmessage

One teatcup has successfully beenattached to a teat. The messageincludes the cow number, cupnumber, and on which teat the cupwas attached to.

None required.2 11 Cupattached toteat

Statusmessage

One teatcup has successfully beenattached to a teat. The messageincludes the cow number, cupnumber, and on which teat the cupwas attached to.

None required.

2 12 Cupreattachedto teat

Statusmessage

One teatcup has been reattached,for example after a kick-off or afteran earlier unsuccessfulattachment. The message includesthe cow number, cup number, andon wich teat the cup wasreattached to.

None required.2 12 Cupreattachedto teat

Statusmessage

One teatcup has been reattached,for example after a kick-off or afteran earlier unsuccessfulattachment. The message includesthe cow number, cup number, andon wich teat the cup wasreattached to.

None required.

2 13 Mixed andcorrected:Cupattached toteat.

Deviation The system has discovered thatthe robot has attached someteatcups incorrectly, and hascompensated by correcting theyield registrations. (There will beone message for each teat.)

None required if the probelm occuresoccasionally.If this problem occurs frequently, it indicatespoor attachment performance. Make surethe cow fulfils the DeLaval udder criteria.The following measures can also be taken:- Reteach the start positions.- Keep the udders free from long hair.- Make sure the camera cover is clean.- As a last resort, try one of the attachmentstrategies; see chapter "VMS cow settings"in the instruction book "VMSMgmt 2007".

2 13 Mixed andcorrected:Cupattached toteat.

Deviation The system has discovered thatthe robot has attached someteatcups incorrectly, and hascompensated by correcting theyield registrations. (There will beone message for each teat.)

None required if the probelm occuresoccasionally.If this problem occurs frequently, it indicatespoor attachment performance. Make surethe cow fulfils the DeLaval udder criteria.The following measures can also be taken:- Reteach the start positions.- Keep the udders free from long hair.- Make sure the camera cover is clean.- As a last resort, try one of the attachmentstrategies; see chapter "VMS cow settings"in the instruction book "VMSMgmt 2007".

2 14 Teat cleanedandpremilked

Statusmessage

Teat preparation has been carriedout on one teat. The messageincludes the cow number and onwhich teat teat preparation wascarried out.

None required.2 14 Teat cleanedandpremilked

Statusmessage

Teat preparation has been carriedout on one teat. The messageincludes the cow number and onwhich teat teat preparation wascarried out.

None required.

2 17 OCC valueis above%...f!

Deviation See alarm text. Check the cows that caused thenotification. Depending on the strategy atthe farm the thresholds can be changed.Lowering the thresholds will increase thediversion/notifications while increasing thethreshold will decrease the number ofdiversions/notifications. The thresholds arechanged in Animal>VMS Cow>Automaticdiversion.

2 17 OCC valueis above%...f!


2 18 Milk isdivertedautomaticall-y, due toMDi level


2 18 Milk isdivertedautomaticall-y, due toMDi level


2 19 MDi level inmilk is over%...f !


2 19 MDi level inmilk is over%...f !


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2 41 Please setX CentreLas-er =...Y CentreLas-er =...

Statusmessage

Applies to cup-centre tuning (touchscreen button "Cup Center Tuning"in Robot Control window).

Information to service engineer only.2 41 Please setX CentreLas-er =...Y CentreLas-er =...

Statusmessage

Applies to cup-centre tuning (touchscreen button "Cup Center Tuning"in Robot Control window).

Information to service engineer only.

2 42 Tune Cupcenter done!(Updatingdatabase)

Statusmessage

See Major code 2, Minor code 41above.

2 42 Tune Cupcenter done!(Updatingdatabase)

Statusmessage

See Major code 2, Minor code 41above.

2 51 Teat notfound formilking

Deviation The robot failed to attach ateatcup. The message includes thecow number, cup number, and forwhich teat the attachment failed.

A) If you are present at the milking station,wait until the robot has tried to reattach theteatcup. If the robot does not succeed inattaching the cup, the milking will beclassified as "Incomplete". This means thatthe cow will be allowed to return for a newmilking in a short while.B) To avoid a milking being classified asIncomplete, do the following:- Wait until the robot is supporting the milktubes.- Then use the "Start milking" buttons onthe touch screen to attach the missingcup(s) by hand. Note: never move teatcupswithout using the stop/start buttons.If milkings are classified as Incompletefrequently, follow the advice for "Mixed andcorrected: Cup attached to teat" above(major code 2, minor code 13).

2 51 Teat notfound formilking

Deviation The robot failed to attach ateatcup. The message includes thecow number, cup number, and forwhich teat the attachment failed.

A) If you are present at the milking station,wait until the robot has tried to reattach theteatcup. If the robot does not succeed inattaching the cup, the milking will beclassified as "Incomplete". This means thatthe cow will be allowed to return for a newmilking in a short while.B) To avoid a milking being classified asIncomplete, do the following:- Wait until the robot is supporting the milktubes.- Then use the "Start milking" buttons onthe touch screen to attach the missingcup(s) by hand. Note: never move teatcupswithout using the stop/start buttons.If milkings are classified as Incompletefrequently, follow the advice for "Mixed andcorrected: Cup attached to teat" above(major code 2, minor code 13).

2 52 Teat notfound atreattach

Deviation The teat was not found duringreattachment. The messageincludes the cow number, cupnumber, and for which teat thereattachment was unsuccessful.

Follow the instructions under B for "Teat notfound for milking" above (Major code 2,Minor code 51).

2 52 Teat notfound atreattach

Deviation The teat was not found duringreattachment. The messageincludes the cow number, cupnumber, and for which teat thereattachment was unsuccessful.

Follow the instructions under B for "Teat notfound for milking" above (Major code 2,Minor code 51).

2 53 Teat positionnot working(too low)

Deviation The start position for this teat is tooclose to the ground. The messageincludes the cow number andwhich teat that has a start positiontoo close to the ground. Robot willproceed with next teat.

Reteach the start position for the teat.It is possible that the VMS cannot handlethis cow due to the udder/teat being tooclose to the ground. Check that the cowfulfils the DeLaval udder criteria.

2 53 Teat positionnot working(too low)

Deviation The start position for this teat is tooclose to the ground. The messageincludes the cow number andwhich teat that has a start positiontoo close to the ground. Robot willproceed with next teat.

Reteach the start position for the teat.It is possible that the VMS cannot handlethis cow due to the udder/teat being tooclose to the ground. Check that the cowfulfils the DeLaval udder criteria.

2 55 No cameraobjects seenduringattempt tofind teat

Deviation While searching for teats, thelocations software could not findany objects at all in the camerapicture. This is not normaloperating performance.

If this rarely ever occurs, then no action isrequired. If it occurs frequently, check thatthe lasers are working and that the lowerarm can rotate around its axis. If either ofthese fail, notify the service engineer.Warning: Do not stare into the laser beams.

2 55 No cameraobjects seenduringattempt tofind teat

Deviation While searching for teats, thelocations software could not findany objects at all in the camerapicture. This is not normaloperating performance.

If this rarely ever occurs, then no action isrequired. If it occurs frequently, check thatthe lasers are working and that the lowerarm can rotate around its axis. If either ofthese fail, notify the service engineer.Warning: Do not stare into the laser beams.

Service engineer only:Check that the lasers are working.- If the arm has not rotated properly, thecamera might be pointing to the floor.-Check for dirt, damage or scratches on thecamera window.-Clean the camera window if necessary.

Service engineer only:Check that the lasers are working.- If the arm has not rotated properly, thecamera might be pointing to the floor.-Check for dirt, damage or scratches on thecamera window.-Clean the camera window if necessary.

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2 56 Robotencoder lostpulses, axes(X:..Y:..Z:...)

Deviation After an Axis End point Calibration(which, for example, is done atstart-up), one or more encodervalues deviated from the expectedvalues. This might be due aproblem with the encoders.The message/alarm text includesthe axes (X, Y, Z) and their status:"1" means that there is a problemon this axis (the encoder has lostpulses), "0" means that theencoder on this axis is workingproperly.

If this rarely ever occurs, then no action isneeded.If this occurs more often, notify serviceengineer.

2 56 Robotencoder lostpulses, axes(X:..Y:..Z:...)

Deviation After an Axis End point Calibration(which, for example, is done atstart-up), one or more encodervalues deviated from the expectedvalues. This might be due aproblem with the encoders.The message/alarm text includesthe axes (X, Y, Z) and their status:"1" means that there is a problemon this axis (the encoder has lostpulses), "0" means that theencoder on this axis is workingproperly.

If this rarely ever occurs, then no action isneeded.If this occurs more often, notify serviceengineer.

2 57 Teat notfound forcleaning

Deviation The arm was unsuccessful incleaning a teat. The messageincludes the cow number andwhich teat that was not found.Frequent failures of teatpreparation may affect the milkhygiene and udder healthnegatively.

No action required. However, the teat(s)may be cleaned and foremilked manually.If teat preparation frequently fails, see theadvice for "Mixed and corrected: Cupattached to teat" above (Major code 2,Minor code 13).

2 57 Teat notfound forcleaning

Deviation The arm was unsuccessful incleaning a teat. The messageincludes the cow number andwhich teat that was not found.Frequent failures of teatpreparation may affect the milkhygiene and udder healthnegatively.

No action required. However, the teat(s)may be cleaned and foremilked manually.If teat preparation frequently fails, see theadvice for "Mixed and corrected: Cupattached to teat" above (Major code 2,Minor code 13).

2 81 Robotoperationaborted

Deviation The current action of the robot wasstopped. Normally, this is the resultof pressing the button "Abortcurrent robot operation" on thetouch screen. (This button isaccessible by pressing the"Auto..." button on top of thescreen.)However, in some situations therobot may actually be stopped andparked automatically.This is the case in the followingsituations:- In automatic mode when no cowenters the station for a certain time.- In manual mode when a milkingis finished.

None required, but the stopped action canbe started again.

2 81 Robotoperationaborted

Deviation The current action of the robot wasstopped. Normally, this is the resultof pressing the button "Abortcurrent robot operation" on thetouch screen. (This button isaccessible by pressing the"Auto..." button on top of thescreen.)However, in some situations therobot may actually be stopped andparked automatically.This is the case in the followingsituations:- In automatic mode when no cowenters the station for a certain time.- In manual mode when a milkingis finished.

None required, but the stopped action canbe started again.

2 82 Unknownrobot testnumber.

Deviation Only applies when using the testfuctions of the touch screen. Anumber that has no meaning hasbeen entered.

Information for service engineer.2 82 Unknownrobot testnumber.

Deviation Only applies when using the testfuctions of the touch screen. Anumber that has no meaning hasbeen entered.

Information for service engineer.

2 85 Cannot milkanon-existingteat

Deviation Internal error, should never occur.The system has receivedconflicting instructions: the robothas been ordered to attach cups toa teat which is marked asnonexistent.

Press the "Save Logfiles" button on thetouch screen as soon as possible after theerror occurred ("Miscellanous Service"window). Notify the service engineer.Service engineer only: Notify the Help deskin Tumba.Existing teats are specified for each cow inthe management software.

2 85 Cannot milkanon-existingteat

Deviation Internal error, should never occur.The system has receivedconflicting instructions: the robothas been ordered to attach cups toa teat which is marked asnonexistent.

Press the "Save Logfiles" button on thetouch screen as soon as possible after theerror occurred ("Miscellanous Service"window). Notify the service engineer.Service engineer only: Notify the Help deskin Tumba.Existing teats are specified for each cow inthe management software.

2 91 Tune cupcenter: Nocenter object

Deviation See Major code 2, Minor code 41above.

2 91 Tune cupcenter: Nocenter object

Deviation See Major code 2, Minor code 41above.

2 92 Tune cupcenter: Morethan onecenter object

Deviation See Major code 2. Minor code 41above.

2 92 Tune cupcenter: Morethan onecenter object

Deviation See Major code 2. Minor code 41above.

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2 101 Axis endpointcalibrationneeded

Stop alarm You have ordered the robot tocarry out an action without theposition sensors being calibrated.Note: This should never occur inautomatic mode.

- Run an "Axis End point Calibration" fromthe touch screen. ("Robot Control" window)- Try the action again.

2 101 Axis endpointcalibrationneeded

Stop alarm You have ordered the robot tocarry out an action without theposition sensors being calibrated.Note: This should never occur inautomatic mode.

- Run an "Axis End point Calibration" fromthe touch screen. ("Robot Control" window)- Try the action again.

2 102 Axis endpointcalibrationfailed

Stop alarm Axis End point calibration failed: itdid not finish within reasonabletime.Note: If the calibration fails foranother reason than being tooslow, this will be issued by anothererror message.Alarm major code 2, minor code133 will normally occur beforealarm 102 is issued. See below.

- Run an "Axis End point Calibration" fromthe touch screen. (Robot Control window)Note: It is very important that the robot isnot obstructed during the calibration.- If the error occurs again, press the "SaveLogfiles" button on the touch screen (MiscServ & Maint window). Then notify serviceengineer.Service engineer only: Call the Help desk inTumba. The error should never occur.Developers should be notified if it happens(possible software error).

2 102 Axis endpointcalibrationfailed

Stop alarm Axis End point calibration failed: itdid not finish within reasonabletime.Note: If the calibration fails foranother reason than being tooslow, this will be issued by anothererror message.Alarm major code 2, minor code133 will normally occur beforealarm 102 is issued. See below.

- Run an "Axis End point Calibration" fromthe touch screen. (Robot Control window)Note: It is very important that the robot isnot obstructed during the calibration.- If the error occurs again, press the "SaveLogfiles" button on the touch screen (MiscServ & Maint window). Then notify serviceengineer.Service engineer only: Call the Help desk inTumba. The error should never occur.Developers should be notified if it happens(possible software error).

2 103 Robot failedto start, axes(X:...Y:...Z:...)

Stop alarm The robot falied to start. This errormight occur if the hydraulicpressure is insufficient and there isno error indication on the hydraulicpower box.

- If the self-test fails and the system isstopped, check if something is obstructingthe robot or if it is stuck. - Then try to startagain.- If the problem persists, contact the serviceengineer.

2 103 Robot failedto start, axes(X:...Y:...Z:...)

Stop alarm The robot falied to start. This errormight occur if the hydraulicpressure is insufficient and there isno error indication on the hydraulicpower box.

- If the self-test fails and the system isstopped, check if something is obstructingthe robot or if it is stuck. - Then try to startagain.- If the problem persists, contact the serviceengineer.

The robot will make up to threeattempts to resume operation if thesystem was in automatic modewhen the error occurred. If theattempts fail, a self-test isperformed while the cow is still inthe station. If the self-test issuccessful, operation will continue.

Service engineer only:-Check the hydraulic pressure.- Carry out a "Home Calibration".


Service engineer only:-Check the hydraulic pressure.- Carry out a "Home Calibration".

2 104 Cannotreachposition,axes(X:...Y:...Z:...)

Stop alarm Too long time elapsed for the robotto reach the specified position(more than 7 seconds). Themessage includes the axes (X, Y,Z) and their status: "1" means thatthere is a problem with this axis,"0" means that this axis is OK.This message might be due tosomething obstructing the robot(for example, a cow has put a legin a unexpected position) or aproblem with the axis control.The system will, or will try to, parkthe arm.

- If this rarely ever occurs, try the desiredaction once again. Check for obstaclespreventing the robot from moving.- If this occurs frequently, contact serviceengineer.

2 104 Cannotreachposition,axes(X:...Y:...Z:...)

Stop alarm Too long time elapsed for the robotto reach the specified position(more than 7 seconds). Themessage includes the axes (X, Y,Z) and their status: "1" means thatthere is a problem with this axis,"0" means that this axis is OK.This message might be due tosomething obstructing the robot(for example, a cow has put a legin a unexpected position) or aproblem with the axis control.The system will, or will try to, parkthe arm.


The robot will make up to threeattempts to resume operation if thesystem was in automatic modewhen the error occurred. It theattempts fail, a self-test isperformed while the cow is still inthe station. If the self-test issuccessful, operation will continue.

The robot will make up to threeattempts to resume operation if thesystem was in automatic modewhen the error occurred. It theattempts fail, a self-test isperformed while the cow is still inthe station. If the self-test issuccessful, operation will continue.

2 105 Robotmoved toofast, axes(X:...Y:...Z:...)

Stop alarm The safety function terminated theoperation of the robot because itmoved faster than is allowed.The message includes the axes(X, Y, Z) and their status:"1"means that there is a problem withthis axis, "0" means that this axis isOK.


2 105 Robotmoved toofast, axes(X:...Y:...Z:...)

Stop alarm The safety function terminated theoperation of the robot because itmoved faster than is allowed.The message includes the axes(X, Y, Z) and their status:"1"means that there is a problem withthis axis, "0" means that this axis isOK.


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2 107 Air button ispressed

Stop alarm Robot operation was attemptedwhile the touch-screen button"Robot air lock" was enabled(indicated by a cross beside thebutton).Note that the reference to "air" isincorrect. The name refers toprevious models of VMS that usedcompressed air to move the arm;the air-lock button prevented thearm from moving. The principlefunction is the same in hydraulicsystems.

Disable the "Robot air lock" button; do asdescribed below.Warning: Keep out of the arm's workingarea when disabling the lock button.- On the touch screen, open the RobotService window.- Press the "Robot air lock" button. Makesure there is no cross beside the button.If appropiate measures have been takenand the problem persists, contact theservice engineer.

2 107 Air button ispressed

Stop alarm Robot operation was attemptedwhile the touch-screen button"Robot air lock" was enabled(indicated by a cross beside thebutton).Note that the reference to "air" isincorrect. The name refers toprevious models of VMS that usedcompressed air to move the arm;the air-lock button prevented thearm from moving. The principlefunction is the same in hydraulicsystems.

Disable the "Robot air lock" button; do asdescribed below.Warning: Keep out of the arm's workingarea when disabling the lock button.- On the touch screen, open the RobotService window.- Press the "Robot air lock" button. Makesure there is no cross beside the button.If appropiate measures have been takenand the problem persists, contact theservice engineer.

2 111 Demandedposition isbeyond limit,axes(X:...Y:...Z:...)

Stop alarm The robot could not reach thespecified position because theposition is located outside itsworking range.The message includes the axes(X, Y, Z) and their status: "1"means that there is a problem withthis axis, "0" means that this axis isOK.This should never occur if theconfiguration of the robot is correct.

- If this rarely ever occurs, try the desiredaction once again.- If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

2 111 Demandedposition isbeyond limit,axes(X:...Y:...Z:...)

Stop alarm The robot could not reach thespecified position because theposition is located outside itsworking range.The message includes the axes(X, Y, Z) and their status: "1"means that there is a problem withthis axis, "0" means that this axis isOK.This should never occur if theconfiguration of the robot is correct.

- If this rarely ever occurs, try the desiredaction once again.- If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

The system will perform a self-testwhile the cow remains inside thestation. If the self-test issuccessful, operation continues.Otherwise, the system will bestopped and this alarm issued.

Service engineer only:This could either be due to a softwareproblem, or that the geometry of the robot isincorrect. In the latter case, the robot has tobe re-calibrated. Call the Help desk foradvice.


Service engineer only:This could either be due to a softwareproblem, or that the geometry of the robot isincorrect. In the latter case, the robot has tobe re-calibrated. Call the Help desk foradvice.

2 113 Camera isnotresponding

Stop alarm Too long time elapsed for thecamera to deliver a picture (forexample, when searching for teats).

- Run a self-test (Robot Control window ontouch screen), or Test Misc no 20 (RobotService window on touch screen), which isfaster. If no alarm is issued, then thecamera has recovered.- If the problem persists, call serviceengineer.

2 113 Camera isnotresponding

Stop alarm Too long time elapsed for thecamera to deliver a picture (forexample, when searching for teats).

- Run a self-test (Robot Control window ontouch screen), or Test Misc no 20 (RobotService window on touch screen), which isfaster. If no alarm is issued, then thecamera has recovered.- If the problem persists, call serviceengineer.


Service engineer only:- Check the connections in the connectionbox (junction between upper and lowerarm). Poor connection is the usual reasonfor this alarm.- Besides poor connection, the camera unititself might be damaged (internalconnection failure, etc.).For further information, see VMS Servicenews no. 64.


Service engineer only:- Check the connections in the connectionbox (junction between upper and lowerarm). Poor connection is the usual reasonfor this alarm.- Besides poor connection, the camera unititself might be damaged (internalconnection failure, etc.).For further information, see VMS Servicenews no. 64.

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2 114 Joystick isnot working

Stop alarm(in manualmode only)

The joystick delivers unexpectedvalues.Note: This will occur if a teachingprocedure is started without thejoystick connected, or if anyjoystick button is kept pressedwhen a teaching procedure isstarted.

-Make sure the joystick is connectedproperly.- Restart the teaching procedure.- If the alarm is issued again, restart themilking station and make another try.

2 114 Joystick isnot working

Stop alarm(in manualmode only)

The joystick delivers unexpectedvalues.Note: This will occur if a teachingprocedure is started without thejoystick connected, or if anyjoystick button is kept pressedwhen a teaching procedure isstarted.

-Make sure the joystick is connectedproperly.- Restart the teaching procedure.- If the alarm is issued again, restart themilking station and make another try.

Service engineer only:- Check or, if necessary, replace thejoystick.- Check that the voltage supply to ALCOMI/O board is 24V. If the voltage is incorrectthat will affect ALCOM I/O board.

Service engineer only:- Check or, if necessary, replace thejoystick.- Check that the voltage supply to ALCOMI/O board is 24V. If the voltage is incorrectthat will affect ALCOM I/O board.

2 115 Teatcup ...not detectedin gripper

Stop alarm This error can be caused by eitherone of the following two events (1or 2):1) While attempting to fetch ateatcup, the gripper on themulti-purpose arm fails to detectthe cup in its claws. The arm willattempt to fetch the cup twice, themagazine release and retract thecup and the arm make yet anotherattempt. The multi-purpose armwill then attempt to fetch theremaining teatcups in the samemanner.In automatic mode, the system willperform a self-test while the cowremains in the station: if the test issuccessful, the system willcontinue operating; if not, thesystem will be stopped.

A) - If this rarely ever occurs, then trydesired action once again.B) - If this occurs often, make sure the armis in the correct position when fetching thecups. Follow the steps below.Warning: Stay out of the arm's operatingrange during the calibration and the testbelow.- Put the station in manual mode.- Carry out an Axis End point Calibration: onthe touch screen, open the Robot Controlwindow, then press the button "Axis Endpoint Calibration".- Verify that the arm can fetch the teatcupsby pressing the button "Test Pickup Cups"(in the Robot Control Window on the touchscreen). Check that the gripper is tilted tocorrect positions. If not call serviceengineer; otherwise, continue with the nextstep.For magnetic gripper: the contact surfacebetween gripper and teat cup might be dirty.Clean if necessary.

2 115 Teatcup ...not detectedin gripper

Stop alarm This error can be caused by eitherone of the following two events (1or 2):1) While attempting to fetch ateatcup, the gripper on themulti-purpose arm fails to detectthe cup in its claws. The arm willattempt to fetch the cup twice, themagazine release and retract thecup and the arm make yet anotherattempt. The multi-purpose armwill then attempt to fetch theremaining teatcups in the samemanner.In automatic mode, the system willperform a self-test while the cowremains in the station: if the test issuccessful, the system willcontinue operating; if not, thesystem will be stopped.

A) - If this rarely ever occurs, then trydesired action once again.B) - If this occurs often, make sure the armis in the correct position when fetching thecups. Follow the steps below.Warning: Stay out of the arm's operatingrange during the calibration and the testbelow.- Put the station in manual mode.- Carry out an Axis End point Calibration: onthe touch screen, open the Robot Controlwindow, then press the button "Axis Endpoint Calibration".- Verify that the arm can fetch the teatcupsby pressing the button "Test Pickup Cups"(in the Robot Control Window on the touchscreen). Check that the gripper is tilted tocorrect positions. If not call serviceengineer; otherwise, continue with the nextstep.For magnetic gripper: the contact surfacebetween gripper and teat cup might be dirty.Clean if necessary.

2) The multi-purpose arm detectsthat it has dropped the cup whileattempting to locate a teat. Thealarm will in this case be issued asa Deviation. The cup will beretracted into the magazine andthe arm make additional attemptsbefore the system issues “Teat notfound…”, major code 2, minorcode 51 or 52. The system will inthis case continue operating inautomatic mode.

- If the arm does not succeed in fetching thecups or the performance is slow, thenredetermine the cup positions: open theRobot Teaching window, then press the"Teach all cup positions" button and followthe instructions on the screen.- Carry out the test by pressing the "TestPickup Cups" again.- If the arm still fails or the performance isslow, contact the service engineer.

2) The multi-purpose arm detectsthat it has dropped the cup whileattempting to locate a teat. Thealarm will in this case be issued asa Deviation. The cup will beretracted into the magazine andthe arm make additional attemptsbefore the system issues “Teat notfound…”, major code 2, minorcode 51 or 52. The system will inthis case continue operating inautomatic mode.

- If the arm does not succeed in fetching thecups or the performance is slow, thenredetermine the cup positions: open theRobot Teaching window, then press the"Teach all cup positions" button and followthe instructions on the screen.- Carry out the test by pressing the "TestPickup Cups" again.- If the arm still fails or the performance isslow, contact the service engineer.

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Service engineer only:- Put the station in manual mode.- Check that the tilt function/sensor isworking: on the touch screen, open the"Robot Service" window, then press the"Tilt" button. Check that the movements ofthe gripper corresponds to your actions(Out = away from you, In = towards to you).- Check that the “Cup in gripper” sensor isworking, for example by putting ascrewdriver close to the sensor. Check thatthe sensor indicator on the screen (Cup ingripper) corresponds to your actions.- If the Cup in gripper sensor is not working,then it may be disabled in the managementsoftware (VMS Config). This may solve theproblem.Note: Disabling the Cup in gripper is atemporary measure. The sensor should berepaired and enabled as soon as possible.

Service engineer only:- Put the station in manual mode.- Check that the tilt function/sensor isworking: on the touch screen, open the"Robot Service" window, then press the"Tilt" button. Check that the movements ofthe gripper corresponds to your actions(Out = away from you, In = towards to you).- Check that the “Cup in gripper” sensor isworking, for example by putting ascrewdriver close to the sensor. Check thatthe sensor indicator on the screen (Cup ingripper) corresponds to your actions.- If the Cup in gripper sensor is not working,then it may be disabled in the managementsoftware (VMS Config). This may solve theproblem.Note: Disabling the Cup in gripper is atemporary measure. The sensor should berepaired and enabled as soon as possible.

2 116 Gripper isnot empty

Stop alarm The robot has released a cup butstill detects an object in thegripper. The robot will be parked.

- Check if something has got stuck in thegripper, then try the desired action onceagain.- If the problem persists, call serviceengineer.

2 116 Gripper isnot empty

Stop alarm The robot has released a cup butstill detects an object in thegripper. The robot will be parked.

- Check if something has got stuck in thegripper, then try the desired action onceagain.- If the problem persists, call serviceengineer.


Service engineer only:- Put the station in manual mode.- On the touch screen, open the "RobotService" window.- Check that the item in gripperfunction/sensor is working, for example byputting a screwdriver close to the sensor.Check that the sensor indicator on thescreen (Item in gripper) corresponds to youractions.- If the Item in gripper sensor is not working,then it may be disabled in VMS Config. Thismay solve the problem.Note: Disabling the item in gripper sensor isa temporary measure. The sensor shouldbe repaired and enabled as soon aspossible.


Service engineer only:- Put the station in manual mode.- On the touch screen, open the "RobotService" window.- Check that the item in gripperfunction/sensor is working, for example byputting a screwdriver close to the sensor.Check that the sensor indicator on thescreen (Item in gripper) corresponds to youractions.- If the Item in gripper sensor is not working,then it may be disabled in VMS Config. Thismay solve the problem.Note: Disabling the item in gripper sensor isa temporary measure. The sensor shouldbe repaired and enabled as soon aspossible.

2 123 Robot needsair to stall

Stop alarm The tilt or grip movement failedbecause the compressed air to themilking station has probably beenswitched off.Compressed air is used by thegates, the feeding module, the rearplate and the tilt and grip functions.

This error should never occur in automaticmode.Press the "Save Logfiles" button on thetouch screen as soon as possible after theerror occurred ("Miscellaneous Service"window). Notify the service engineer.Service engineer only:If the main air supply to the station hasbeen switched off (main valve in the upperbeam has been closed), then switch it onagain.- If the air has not been switched off, callHelp desk in Tumba.

2 123 Robot needsair to stall

Stop alarm The tilt or grip movement failedbecause the compressed air to themilking station has probably beenswitched off.Compressed air is used by thegates, the feeding module, the rearplate and the tilt and grip functions.

This error should never occur in automaticmode.Press the "Save Logfiles" button on thetouch screen as soon as possible after theerror occurred ("Miscellaneous Service"window). Notify the service engineer.Service engineer only:If the main air supply to the station hasbeen switched off (main valve in the upperbeam has been closed), then switch it onagain.- If the air has not been switched off, callHelp desk in Tumba.

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2 124 Vacuum notdetected incup

Deviation The robot received information thatthere was no vacuum in theteatcup during an attempt to attachthe cup to a teat. The messageincludes the cow number, cupnumber, and which teat theattempt concerned.The alarm is issued after threeattempts to locate the teat.After these attempts, the cup willbe retracted into the magazine andthe arm make one more attempt toattach the cup. If this attempt alsofails the milking session will beclassified as incomplete.

- If this occurs seldom, then no action isrequired. A possible cause may be that thecup had already been attached when thevacuum was turned on. Since the vacuumsensor reads the difference in air flowbefore and after attachment, it interpretsthis as a failure of vacuum supply.- If the self-test in automatic mode fails,restart the milking station. If this does notsolve the problem, contact service engineer.

2 124 Vacuum notdetected incup

Deviation The robot received information thatthere was no vacuum in theteatcup during an attempt to attachthe cup to a teat. The messageincludes the cow number, cupnumber, and which teat theattempt concerned.The alarm is issued after threeattempts to locate the teat.After these attempts, the cup willbe retracted into the magazine andthe arm make one more attempt toattach the cup. If this attempt alsofails the milking session will beclassified as incomplete.

- If this occurs seldom, then no action isrequired. A possible cause may be that thecup had already been attached when thevacuum was turned on. Since the vacuumsensor reads the difference in air flowbefore and after attachment, it interpretsthis as a failure of vacuum supply.- If the self-test in automatic mode fails,restart the milking station. If this does notsolve the problem, contact service engineer.

In automatic mode, a self-test willbe performed after the cow has leftthe station.If this error occurs for severalconsecutive milking sessions, thesystems will issue the alarm"Several milkings failed" (majorcode 1, minor code 107).

Service engineer only:- Check the vacuum sensor(s) (S485, S486,S487, S488 in the lower beam).

In automatic mode, a self-test willbe performed after the cow has leftthe station.If this error occurs for severalconsecutive milking sessions, thesystems will issue the alarm"Several milkings failed" (majorcode 1, minor code 107).

Service engineer only:- Check the vacuum sensor(s) (S485, S486,S487, S488 in the lower beam).

2 126 Rear sensorfailure (...mm)

Stop alarm The position of the rear plate, readby the rear sensor, is invalid. Forsafety reasons, the robot will beparked.The message includes thedisplacement of the rear plate inmm.

- If this rarely occurs, then try the desiredaction once again.- If this error occurs frequently, contact theservice engineer.

2 126 Rear sensorfailure (...mm)

Stop alarm The position of the rear plate, readby the rear sensor, is invalid. Forsafety reasons, the robot will beparked.The message includes thedisplacement of the rear plate inmm.

- If this rarely occurs, then try the desiredaction once again.- If this error occurs frequently, contact theservice engineer.


Service engineer only; calibrate the rearsensor.- On the touch screen, press "VMS" > "TestVMS".- On the keypad that appears on thescreen, type "VMS".- Press "Service Test".- Press "Pneumatics" and scroll until youfind "Rear plate valve".- Make sure the rear plate can move freely.- Press the "Rear plate valve" button.- Press "Calibrate" and wait until thecalibration is complete, the restart themilking station.- If the calibration does not solve theproblem, then check or replace the rearsensor.


Service engineer only; calibrate the rearsensor.- On the touch screen, press "VMS" > "TestVMS".- On the keypad that appears on thescreen, type "VMS".- Press "Service Test".- Press "Pneumatics" and scroll until youfind "Rear plate valve".- Make sure the rear plate can move freely.- Press the "Rear plate valve" button.- Press "Calibrate" and wait until thecalibration is complete, the restart themilking station.- If the calibration does not solve theproblem, then check or replace the rearsensor.

2 127 No robotmotion whenexpected,axes (X:...Y:... Z:...)

Stop alarm The safety function stopped therobot because the position sensors(encoders) reported unexpectedvalues.The message includes the axes(X.Y,Z) and their status: "1" meansthat there is a problem with thisaxis, "0" means that this axis is OK.Note: When the position sensorsare not working, thespeed-detecting safety functionsdo not work either.

- If the self-test fails, contact serviceengineer.Warning: The robot can behave violentlywhen a position sensor is broken. Be verycareful.

2 127 No robotmotion whenexpected,axes (X:...Y:... Z:...)

Stop alarm The safety function stopped therobot because the position sensors(encoders) reported unexpectedvalues.The message includes the axes(X.Y,Z) and their status: "1" meansthat there is a problem with thisaxis, "0" means that this axis is OK.Note: When the position sensorsare not working, thespeed-detecting safety functionsdo not work either.

- If the self-test fails, contact serviceengineer.Warning: The robot can behave violentlywhen a position sensor is broken. Be verycareful.

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The robot will make up to threeattempts to resume operation if thesystem was in automatic modewhen the error occurred. If theattempts fail, a self-test will beperformed after the cow has leftthe station. If the self-test issuccessful, operation will continue.

The robot will make up to threeattempts to resume operation if thesystem was in automatic modewhen the error occurred. If theattempts fail, a self-test will beperformed after the cow has leftthe station. If the self-test issuccessful, operation will continue.

2 130 Cup attachnot detected

Statusmessage

The robot was able to locate theteat and read the vacuum in thecup, but did not detect the changein vacuum level as the teat enteredthe teatcup. Message includes cowno., cup no. and teat (LF, LR, etc.).The alarm is issued after threeattach attempts.The arm will continue to attempt toattach the teatcup for one minute.If the attempts fail, the milkingsession will be labelled incomplete.If this error occurs for severalconsecutive milking sessions, thesystems will issue the alarm"Several milkings failed" (majorcode 1, minor code 107).

Contact service engineer. Possible causes, service engineers only:- Too large value of "Vacuum level forattach" in the management software (VMSConfig).- Vacuum supply to lower beam accidentallyturned off. If main vacuum supply is on, thiserror will occur and not "Vacuum notdetected in cup" (major code 2, minor code124).- Teat is not entering cup properly. Teatcupcentre tuning is needed, or teat is too thin.- Other vacuum supply or vacuum sensorproblem.

2 130 Cup attachnot detected

Statusmessage

The robot was able to locate theteat and read the vacuum in thecup, but did not detect the changein vacuum level as the teat enteredthe teatcup. Message includes cowno., cup no. and teat (LF, LR, etc.).The alarm is issued after threeattach attempts.The arm will continue to attempt toattach the teatcup for one minute.If the attempts fail, the milkingsession will be labelled incomplete.If this error occurs for severalconsecutive milking sessions, thesystems will issue the alarm"Several milkings failed" (majorcode 1, minor code 107).

Contact service engineer. Possible causes, service engineers only:- Too large value of "Vacuum level forattach" in the management software (VMSConfig).- Vacuum supply to lower beam accidentallyturned off. If main vacuum supply is on, thiserror will occur and not "Vacuum notdetected in cup" (major code 2, minor code124).- Teat is not entering cup properly. Teatcupcentre tuning is needed, or teat is too thin.- Other vacuum supply or vacuum sensorproblem.

2 131 Robot fatalerror 16,axes(X:...Y:...Z:..).Axisendpointcalibration isneeded.

Stop alarm The safety function stopped therobot because readings from theposition sensor(s) are out of range.The message includes the axes(X.Y,Z) and their status: "1" meansthat there is a problem with thisaxis, "0" means that this axis isOK.An axis endpoint calibration mustbe performed.

- If the self-test fails, contact serviceengineer.

2 131 Robot fatalerror 16,axes(X:...Y:...Z:..).Axisendpointcalibration isneeded.

Stop alarm The safety function stopped therobot because readings from theposition sensor(s) are out of range.The message includes the axes(X.Y,Z) and their status: "1" meansthat there is a problem with thisaxis, "0" means that this axis isOK.An axis endpoint calibration mustbe performed.


The system will perform a self-testwhile the cow remains inside thestation. If the self-test issuccessful, operation will continue.Otherwise, the system will bestopped and this alarm issued.An Axis endpoint calibration isincluded in the self-test, whichmeans that the self-test normallysucceeds.

The system will perform a self-testwhile the cow remains inside thestation. If the self-test issuccessful, operation will continue.Otherwise, the system will bestopped and this alarm issued.An Axis endpoint calibration isincluded in the self-test, whichmeans that the self-test normallysucceeds.

2 132 Possible HWerror. Checkfilter card,encodersandproportionalvalves.

Stop alarm The robot was stopped becausean error was detected by a filtercard. The error concerns eitherone of the position sensors(encoders) or the control signal toone of the proportional valves.


2 132 Possible HWerror. Checkfilter card,encodersandproportionalvalves.

Stop alarm The robot was stopped becausean error was detected by a filtercard. The error concerns eitherone of the position sensors(encoders) or the control signal toone of the proportional valves.



Service engineer only:Check filter card, encoders and proportionalvalves. As long as the filter card detects theerror, it will be impossible to run the robot.


Service engineer only:Check filter card, encoders and proportionalvalves. As long as the filter card detects theerror, it will be impossible to run the robot.

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2 133 AxisEndpointCalibrationfailed, axes(X:... Y:... Z: ... )

Stop alarm The robot falied to move properlyduring the first part of the Axis endpoint calibration. This error mightoccur if the hydraulic pressure isinsufficient and there is no errorindication on the hydraulic powerbox.

- Check if something is obstructing the robotor if it is stuck. Then try to start thecalibration again.- If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

2 133 AxisEndpointCalibrationfailed, axes(X:... Y:... Z: ... )

Stop alarm The robot falied to move properlyduring the first part of the Axis endpoint calibration. This error mightoccur if the hydraulic pressure isinsufficient and there is no errorindication on the hydraulic powerbox.

- Check if something is obstructing the robotor if it is stuck. Then try to start thecalibration again.- If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

Service engineer only:-Check the hydraulic pressure. See also"Cannot reach position - Hydraulic" (majorcode 2, minor code 139).

Service engineer only:-Check the hydraulic pressure. See also"Cannot reach position - Hydraulic" (majorcode 2, minor code 139).

2 136 Internal axiscontrollererror

Stop alarm Internal error. Should never occur. - If the self-test fails, contact serviceengineer.

2 136 Internal axiscontrollererror

Stop alarm Internal error. Should never occur. - If the self-test fails, contact serviceengineer.



2 137 Teat cleanernot detectedin gripper

Stop alarm This error can be caused by eitherone of the following two events (1or 2):1) While attempting to fetch theteat preparation cup, the gripperon the multi-purpose arm fails todetect the cup in its claws. Thearm will attempt to fetch the cuptwice, then park.In automatic mode, the system willperform a self-test while the cowremains in the station: if the test issuccessful, the system willcontinue operating; if not, the stopalarm will be issued.

See major code 2, minor code 115 above.Note: When verifying that the arm can fetchthe teat preparation cup, use the button"Test Pickup Cleaner" instead of "TestPickup Cups". Also, use the button “TeachTeatcleaner position” when redeterminingthe cup’s position.For megnetic gripper: the contact surfacebetween gripper and teat cup might be dirty.Clean if necessary.

2 137 Teat cleanernot detectedin gripper

Stop alarm This error can be caused by eitherone of the following two events (1or 2):1) While attempting to fetch theteat preparation cup, the gripperon the multi-purpose arm fails todetect the cup in its claws. Thearm will attempt to fetch the cuptwice, then park.In automatic mode, the system willperform a self-test while the cowremains in the station: if the test issuccessful, the system willcontinue operating; if not, the stopalarm will be issued.

See major code 2, minor code 115 above.Note: When verifying that the arm can fetchthe teat preparation cup, use the button"Test Pickup Cleaner" instead of "TestPickup Cups". Also, use the button “TeachTeatcleaner position” when redeterminingthe cup’s position.For megnetic gripper: the contact surfacebetween gripper and teat cup might be dirty.Clean if necessary.

2) The multi-purpose arm detectsthat it has dropped the teatpreparation cup while attempting tolocate a teat. The alarm will in thiscase be issued as a Deviation. Thearm will make additional attemptsbefore the system issues “Teat notfound for cleaning”, major code 2,minor code 57. The system will inthis case continue operating inautomatic mode.

2) The multi-purpose arm detectsthat it has dropped the teatpreparation cup while attempting tolocate a teat. The alarm will in thiscase be issued as a Deviation. Thearm will make additional attemptsbefore the system issues “Teat notfound for cleaning”, major code 2,minor code 57. The system will inthis case continue operating inautomatic mode.

2 138 Disinfectiondevice notdetected ingripper

Usernotification

While attempting to fetch thedisinfection tool, the gripper fails todetect the tool in its claws, or thegripper detects that it has droppedthe tool before disinfection hastaken place. The arm will attemptto fetch the tool twice. The arm willpark if unsuccessful.

See major code 2, minor code 115 above.Note: Redetermining the disinfection tool’sposition is done by using "Test misc" no. 27on the touch screen. (Window “RobotService”.)

2 138 Disinfectiondevice notdetected ingripper

Usernotification

While attempting to fetch thedisinfection tool, the gripper fails todetect the tool in its claws, or thegripper detects that it has droppedthe tool before disinfection hastaken place. The arm will attemptto fetch the tool twice. The arm willpark if unsuccessful.

See major code 2, minor code 115 above.Note: Redetermining the disinfection tool’sposition is done by using "Test misc" no. 27on the touch screen. (Window “RobotService”.)

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2 139 Cannotreachposition -Hydraulicboxindicateserror

Stop alarm The arm cannot reach specifiedpositions and the hydraulic powerbox indicates that there is an error.The pump unit has been switchedoff and the hydraulic pressure isthus reduced.The system will try to clear thealarm and resume operation. If thisfails, any ongoing milking sessionwill be completed, the cowreleased and a self-test performed.Automatic operation will beresumed if the test is successful;otherwise the stop alarm is issued.

Notify service engineer.Service engineer only:- Check that the hydraulic power unit isswitched on.- Check oil level and oil temperature. Anyerror concerning level and temperature isindicated by the red lamps.- If oil level and oil temperature issufficient/below limit, press the resetbuttons to restart the unit.- If no fault can be found on the unit but thealarm is issued anyway, it indicates that thecommunication with the hydraulic powerunit is not working properly. Possiblecauses might be (depending on the wiringsetup) the DVP vacuum pump, the optionbox or the ALCOM bus.

2 139 Cannotreachposition -Hydraulicboxindicateserror

Stop alarm The arm cannot reach specifiedpositions and the hydraulic powerbox indicates that there is an error.The pump unit has been switchedoff and the hydraulic pressure isthus reduced.The system will try to clear thealarm and resume operation. If thisfails, any ongoing milking sessionwill be completed, the cowreleased and a self-test performed.Automatic operation will beresumed if the test is successful;otherwise the stop alarm is issued.

Notify service engineer.Service engineer only:- Check that the hydraulic power unit isswitched on.- Check oil level and oil temperature. Anyerror concerning level and temperature isindicated by the red lamps.- If oil level and oil temperature issufficient/below limit, press the resetbuttons to restart the unit.- If no fault can be found on the unit but thealarm is issued anyway, it indicates that thecommunication with the hydraulic powerunit is not working properly. Possiblecauses might be (depending on the wiringsetup) the DVP vacuum pump, the optionbox or the ALCOM bus.

2 140 Hydraulicpump - toohigh oiltemperature

Stop alarm Oil temperature has exceeded 60deg C.

Check oil temperature on the analoguethermometer. If it shows OK value, wait untilthe oil temperature is lower than 55degrees. It is important here the ambienttemperature is as low as possible. If thetrue oil temperature appears to be muchlower than 60 degrees the digitaltemperature sensor is possibly broken. It isthen possible to disable the sensor inVmsConfig until the sensor is exchanged.NOTE! The sensor will automatically beenabled daily at 12.00.

2 140 Hydraulicpump - toohigh oiltemperature

Stop alarm Oil temperature has exceeded 60deg C.

Check oil temperature on the analoguethermometer. If it shows OK value, wait untilthe oil temperature is lower than 55degrees. It is important here the ambienttemperature is as low as possible. If thetrue oil temperature appears to be muchlower than 60 degrees the digitaltemperature sensor is possibly broken. It isthen possible to disable the sensor inVmsConfig until the sensor is exchanged.NOTE! The sensor will automatically beenabled daily at 12.00.

2 141 Hydraulicpump - toolow oil level

Stop alarm Too little hydraulic oil. Check the oil level in the monitor glass. Ifthe level is low, fill oil. If the oil level is OK,the sensor may be broken. It is thenpossible to disable the sensor in VmsConfiguntil the sensor is exchanged.

2 141 Hydraulicpump - toolow oil level

Stop alarm Too little hydraulic oil. Check the oil level in the monitor glass. Ifthe level is low, fill oil. If the oil level is OK,the sensor may be broken. It is thenpossible to disable the sensor in VmsConfiguntil the sensor is exchanged.

2 142 Hydraulicpump - toohigh oilpressure

Stop alarm Abnormally high pressure detected. The sensor is probably broken.2 142 Hydraulicpump - toohigh oilpressure

Stop alarm Abnormally high pressure detected. The sensor is probably broken.

2 143 Hydraulicpump - toolow oilpressure

Deviation Abnormally low pressure detected. If the robot has "moving- problems", forexample cannot reach position, a servicetechnician possibly need to find the reason.Possibilities are: pump error, motor orunloading valve.

2 143 Hydraulicpump - toolow oilpressure

Deviation Abnormally low pressure detected. If the robot has "moving- problems", forexample cannot reach position, a servicetechnician possibly need to find the reason.Possibilities are: pump error, motor orunloading valve.

2 144 Hydraulicpump -temperaturesensor failure

Stop alarm Temperature sensor is broken. Orthe cable or contact…

Check the electrical connection to thesensor. Possibly change sensor. Until thatthe sensor can be disabled in VmsConfig.

2 144 Hydraulicpump -temperaturesensor failure

Stop alarm Temperature sensor is broken. Orthe cable or contact…


2 145 Hydraulicpump -pressuresensor failure

Stop alarm Pressure sensor is broken. Or thecable or contact…


2 145 Hydraulicpump -pressuresensor failure

Stop alarm Pressure sensor is broken. Or thecable or contact…


2 146 Hydraulicpump - toolow oiltemperature

Stop alarm Measured oil temperature waslower than 5 deg C when thesystem wanted to start the pump.The oil has probably too highviscosity.

Check oil temperature on the analoguethermometer. If it shows OK value, wait untilthe oil temperature is higher than 5degrees. If the sensor is broken, it ispossible to disable the sensor in VmsConfiguntil the sensor is exchanged. NOTE! Thesensor will automatically be enabled daily at12.00. If cold ambient temperature, maybeenable boost mode.

2 146 Hydraulicpump - toolow oiltemperature

Stop alarm Measured oil temperature waslower than 5 deg C when thesystem wanted to start the pump.The oil has probably too highviscosity.

Check oil temperature on the analoguethermometer. If it shows OK value, wait untilthe oil temperature is higher than 5degrees. If the sensor is broken, it ispossible to disable the sensor in VmsConfiguntil the sensor is exchanged. NOTE! Thesensor will automatically be enabled daily at12.00. If cold ambient temperature, maybeenable boost mode.

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2 147 Hydraulicpump - toolong time inidle load

Deviation The measured pressure cannotreach 34 bar when the pump loadsafter parking the arm.

Check the pressure on the touch screen.The pressure should vary between 29 and34 bar during teat cleaning, attach anddisinfect (here we have arm movements). Ifthe error is repeated often, contact service.Check the unloading valve.

2 147 Hydraulicpump - toolong time inidle load

Deviation The measured pressure cannotreach 34 bar when the pump loadsafter parking the arm.

Check the pressure on the touch screen.The pressure should vary between 29 and34 bar during teat cleaning, attach anddisinfect (here we have arm movements). Ifthe error is repeated often, contact service.Check the unloading valve.

2 148 Hydraulicpump - toolow pressurein boostmode

Deviation Cannot reach 40 bar in boostmode (limit is 36 bar).

Check the hydraulic pressure on the touchscreen. Check the unloading valve. Callservice.

2 148 Hydraulicpump - toolow pressurein boostmode

Deviation Cannot reach 40 bar in boostmode (limit is 36 bar).

Check the hydraulic pressure on the touchscreen. Check the unloading valve. Callservice.

2 149 Hydraulicpump - SWinternal error

Stop alarm Bug Should never occur. But if it does, restartthe milking station.

2 149 Hydraulicpump - SWinternal error

Stop alarm Bug Should never occur. But if it does, restartthe milking station.

2 150 Hydraulicpump - bothpressureand tempsensordisabled

Stop alarm Should not be possible Enable one of the sensors in VmsConfig.2 150 Hydraulicpump - bothpressureand tempsensordisabled

Stop alarm Should not be possible Enable one of the sensors in VmsConfig.

2 151 Hydraulicpump - toolong time inmanualmodewithoutdoing anymanual work

Stop alarm See Alarm text Leave manual mode of the hydraulic pumpcontrol.

2 151 Hydraulicpump - toolong time inmanualmodewithoutdoing anymanual work

Stop alarm See Alarm text Leave manual mode of the hydraulic pumpcontrol.

2 203 Robot isbusy,commandignored

Statusmessage

This should never occur inautomatic mode unless theoperator has tried to carry out aforbidden operation.In manual mode, this error mayoccur when an operation is triedbut the robot is already performingsome other operation.

Provided that the station is in automaticmode and that no manual operation wasattempted when the error occurred, pressthe "Save Logfiles" button on the touchscreen ("Miscellaneous Service" window).Then notify service engineer. Service engineer only: Call helpdesk.

2 203 Robot isbusy,commandignored

Statusmessage

This should never occur inautomatic mode unless theoperator has tried to carry out aforbidden operation.In manual mode, this error mayoccur when an operation is triedbut the robot is already performingsome other operation.

Provided that the station is in automaticmode and that no manual operation wasattempted when the error occurred, pressthe "Save Logfiles" button on the touchscreen ("Miscellaneous Service" window).Then notify service engineer. Service engineer only: Call helpdesk.

2 204 AxisControll-er notconnected

Stop alarm Internal error, shoul never occur.The software for the axis controlhas failed operating.

Restart the milking station. If the problempersists, press the "Save Logfiles" buttonon the touch screen as soon as possibleafter the error has occurred ("MiscellaneousSevice" window). Notify service engineer.Service engineer only: Notify Help desk inTumba.

2 204 AxisControll-er notconnected

Stop alarm Internal error, shoul never occur.The software for the axis controlhas failed operating.

Restart the milking station. If the problempersists, press the "Save Logfiles" buttonon the touch screen as soon as possibleafter the error has occurred ("MiscellaneousSevice" window). Notify service engineer.Service engineer only: Notify Help desk inTumba.

2 205 AxisControll-er is notproperlyconfigured

Stop alarm The parameters for the axis controlare invalid. Normally, this errorshould never occur.Possible causes:- Parameters in the database areinvalid.- The parameters in the databasewere not successfully sent to thearm (however, this is an internalerror and should never occur).The robot must be re-calibrated.

Contact service engineer.B) Service engineer only:- Carry out an "Axis Controller calibration"and a "Home calibration" (see VMS servicenews no. 32).- If the calibration does not solve theproblem, contact Help desk in Tumba.

2 205 AxisControll-er is notproperlyconfigured

Stop alarm The parameters for the axis controlare invalid. Normally, this errorshould never occur.Possible causes:- Parameters in the database areinvalid.- The parameters in the databasewere not successfully sent to thearm (however, this is an internalerror and should never occur).The robot must be re-calibrated.

Contact service engineer.B) Service engineer only:- Carry out an "Axis Controller calibration"and a "Home calibration" (see VMS servicenews no. 32).- If the calibration does not solve theproblem, contact Help desk in Tumba.

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2 206 Robot is notproperlyconfigured

Stop alarm The parameters for the softwareoperating the arm are invalid.Normally, this error should neveroccur.A possible cause might be that theparameters in the database werenot successfully transferred to themilking station (however, this is aninternal error and should neveroccur).


2 206 Robot is notproperlyconfigured

Stop alarm The parameters for the softwareoperating the arm are invalid.Normally, this error should neveroccur.A possible cause might be that theparameters in the database werenot successfully transferred to themilking station (however, this is aninternal error and should neveroccur).


2 207 Invalid teatpositions,not teached?

Usernotification

The cow has invalid start positions(teat positions). The cow may benew to the system.The message includes the cownumber.If this occurs in automatic mode,the cow will be released and thestation continue with the next cow.

Determine ("teach") the start positions forthe cow.

2 207 Invalid teatpositions,not teached?

Usernotification

The cow has invalid start positions(teat positions). The cow may benew to the system.The message includes the cownumber.If this occurs in automatic mode,the cow will be released and thestation continue with the next cow.

Determine ("teach") the start positions forthe cow.

2 208 Invalidteatcuppositions,not teached?

Stop alarm The robot cannot fetch theteatcups because one or more ofthe cup positions are invalid.

Determine ("teach") the positions of theteatcups.

2 208 Invalidteatcuppositions,not teached?

Stop alarm The robot cannot fetch theteatcups because one or more ofthe cup positions are invalid.

Determine ("teach") the positions of theteatcups.

2 209 Invalidcleanerposition, notteached?

Stop alarm The robot cannot fetch the teatpreparation cup because itsposition is invalid.

Determine ("teach") the position of the teatpreparation cup.

2 209 Invalidcleanerposition, notteached?

Stop alarm The robot cannot fetch the teatpreparation cup because itsposition is invalid.

Determine ("teach") the position of the teatpreparation cup.

2 210 Invalid holdmilktubesposition

Stop alarm The robot cannot support the milktubes because the holding positionis invalid. In automatic mode, thecow is milked and released beforethe alarm is issued.

Contact service engineer. Service engineer only:- Park the robot.- Start the management software (VMSConfig) and adjust the holding postion.

2 210 Invalid holdmilktubesposition

Stop alarm The robot cannot support the milktubes because the holding positionis invalid. In automatic mode, thecow is milked and released beforethe alarm is issued.

Contact service engineer. Service engineer only:- Park the robot.- Start the management software (VMSConfig) and adjust the holding postion.

2 213 Robot selftest failed

Stop alarm Some problem for the robot arm toperform selftest.

Start another selftest and try to see ifsomething is stopping the arm. If notpossible to solve, call serviceman.

2 213 Robot selftest failed

Stop alarm Some problem for the robot arm toperform selftest.

Start another selftest and try to see ifsomething is stopping the arm. If notpossible to solve, call serviceman.

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3 1 Vacuum ref cup...=...

Statusmessage

Vacuum reference-value for oneteatcup.

None required.3 1 Vacuum ref cup...=...

Statusmessage

Vacuum reference-value for oneteatcup.

None required.

3 2 Min yield = ... onlygot ...

Statusmessage

The milk flow has gone below thelimit, and take-off should takeplace, but the cow has not giventhe preset % of expectedmilkyield, so the system willextend the postmilking time by 30sec, in order to allow the milkflowto raise again. System don'textend time if expected yield isless than 500 g.

Only information. The cow can be sick,the milk flow can be uneven or themilkyield recording can be wrong.

3 2 Min yield = ... onlygot ...

Statusmessage

The milk flow has gone below thelimit, and take-off should takeplace, but the cow has not giventhe preset % of expectedmilkyield, so the system willextend the postmilking time by 30sec, in order to allow the milkflowto raise again. System don'textend time if expected yield isless than 500 g.

Only information. The cow can be sick,the milk flow can be uneven or themilkyield recording can be wrong.

3 100 Kick off (Exp Yield..., Yield ...) Kick off

Statusmessage

The teat cup has been kicked off.The system will make a selftest,taking vacuum reference againafter the milking

None required. Only information.3 100 Kick off (Exp Yield..., Yield ...) Kick off

Statusmessage

The teat cup has been kicked off.The system will make a selftest,taking vacuum reference againafter the milking

None required. Only information.

3 101 No yield fromflomaster

Statusmessage

No milk yield recording from theDeLaval milk meter MM15. TheALCOM communication with themilk meter does not work.

Restart the milking station. If the faultpersists, contact service engineer.B) Service engineer only:As a temporary measure, the milkmeter can be put out of use (in themanagement software > VMS Config,select "Do not use it" at "UseFlomaster"). The total milk yield willthen be the sum of the yields from thefour DeLaval milk meter MM25.Try to find the reason behind the error.

3 101 No yield fromflomaster

Statusmessage

No milk yield recording from theDeLaval milk meter MM15. TheALCOM communication with themilk meter does not work.

Restart the milking station. If the faultpersists, contact service engineer.B) Service engineer only:As a temporary measure, the milkmeter can be put out of use (in themanagement software > VMS Config,select "Do not use it" at "UseFlomaster"). The total milk yield willthen be the sum of the yields from thefour DeLaval milk meter MM25.Try to find the reason behind the error.

3 102 No yield fromfreeflow ...

Deviation/S-top alarm

There is no milk yield recordingfrom one of the four DeLaval milkmeter MM25. The ALCOMcommunication with the milk meterdoes not work.The system will try to establish thecommunication with the milk meterfive times. If there is still noresponse from the milk meter, astatus message will be issued.After ten attempts to establish thecommunication and there is still noresponse, the system is stoppedand a stop alarm is issued.

Restart the milking station. If theproblem persists, contact serviceengineer. The error is probably causedby a fault on the ALCOM bus or in themilk meter.

3 102 No yield fromfreeflow ...

Deviation/S-top alarm

There is no milk yield recordingfrom one of the four DeLaval milkmeter MM25. The ALCOMcommunication with the milk meterdoes not work.The system will try to establish thecommunication with the milk meterfive times. If there is still noresponse from the milk meter, astatus message will be issued.After ten attempts to establish thecommunication and there is still noresponse, the system is stoppedand a stop alarm is issued.

Restart the milking station. If theproblem persists, contact serviceengineer. The error is probably causedby a fault on the ALCOM bus or in themilk meter.

3 103 Bad vacuum refcup ...=...

Stop alarm Incorrect vacuum reference-valuefor one teatcup. The value shouldbe in the range 65 - 200.

Restart the milking station. Newvacuum reference-values are taken foreach teatcup during the start-up. If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

3 103 Bad vacuum refcup ...=...

Stop alarm Incorrect vacuum reference-valuefor one teatcup. The value shouldbe in the range 65 - 200.

Restart the milking station. Newvacuum reference-values are taken foreach teatcup during the start-up. If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

3 105 Too high flow ...from cup ...

Stop alarm The milk flow recorded for onequarter is exceedingly high. Themilk flow exceeds 10 kg perminute.

Restart the milking station.If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.There is probably something wrongwith the DeLaval milk meter MM25 oran air-inlet.

3 105 Too high flow ...from cup ...

Stop alarm The milk flow recorded for onequarter is exceedingly high. Themilk flow exceeds 10 kg perminute.

Restart the milking station.If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.There is probably something wrongwith the DeLaval milk meter MM25 oran air-inlet.

3 106 Too high yield ...from cup ...

Stop alarm The milk yield from one teat isexceeding an unreasonably highvalue. Milk yield exceed 40 kg forone teat.

Check air inlet and milkmeter. In casethe fault remains contact the servicetechnician. Probably something wrongwith milkmeter or air inlet

3 106 Too high yield ...from cup ...

Stop alarm The milk yield from one teat isexceeding an unreasonably highvalue. Milk yield exceed 40 kg forone teat.

Check air inlet and milkmeter. In casethe fault remains contact the servicetechnician. Probably something wrongwith milkmeter or air inlet

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3 107 Air inlet blocked Usernotification

One of the DeLaval milk meterMM25 has sent a message to themilking software that an air-inletmay be blocked.

Check the air-inlet.3 107 Air inlet blocked Usernotification

One of the DeLaval milk meterMM25 has sent a message to themilking software that an air-inletmay be blocked.

Check the air-inlet.

3 108 InvalidMilksampler config

Stop alarm Some parameters concerning themilk sampler are invalid.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: The values specifying the sample traymay be incorrect.The sample tray in the milk samplerdiffers some from country to country. Alist of parameters for the different traysshould be delivered with the milksampler. The parameters are enteredin the management software (VMSConfig).

3 108 InvalidMilksampler config

Stop alarm Some parameters concerning themilk sampler are invalid.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: The values specifying the sample traymay be incorrect.The sample tray in the milk samplerdiffers some from country to country. Alist of parameters for the different traysshould be delivered with the milksampler. The parameters are enteredin the management software (VMSConfig).

3 114 Milkmeter ...conductivity ... outof range (... - ...)

Deviation The milk meter providesphysiologically unreasonableconductivity values.Values below 3000 might indicatedeposits on theconductivity-measuring electrodes,while values above 10000 maypoint to a faulty milk meter.

Always carry out the following generalsteps when the milk meters causealarms:- Check that the active-air inlets canadmit air (see procedure in instructionbook, chapter “maintenance”).- Start a system cleaning to removepossible deposits on the milk meter’selectrodes.- If the problem persists, call serviceengineer.

3 114 Milkmeter ...conductivity ... outof range (... - ...)

Deviation The milk meter providesphysiologically unreasonableconductivity values.Values below 3000 might indicatedeposits on theconductivity-measuring electrodes,while values above 10000 maypoint to a faulty milk meter.

Always carry out the following generalsteps when the milk meters causealarms:- Check that the active-air inlets canadmit air (see procedure in instructionbook, chapter “maintenance”).- Start a system cleaning to removepossible deposits on the milk meter’selectrodes.- If the problem persists, call serviceengineer.

Service engineer only:- Check that nothing obstructs thepassage through the milk meter.- Check the power supply to the milkmeter.

Service engineer only:- Check that nothing obstructs thepassage through the milk meter.- Check the power supply to the milkmeter.

3 115 Conductivity differ(...) too much (...)between meters

Deviation The values from one milk meterdiffer significantly from the others.It is not specified which meter it isthat differs from the others, onlythat the difference exist.

It is not specified which meter it is thatdiffers from the others, only that thedifference exist.

3 115 Conductivity differ(...) too much (...)between meters

Deviation The values from one milk meterdiffer significantly from the others.It is not specified which meter it isthat differs from the others, onlythat the difference exist.

It is not specified which meter it is thatdiffers from the others, only that thedifference exist.

3 116 Milkmeter ...conductivity (...)differ (...) fromother meters

Deviation One of the milk meters give valuesthat differ significantly from theones provided yesterday.The alarm is issued if thedifference appears for only onemilk meter.

See the general steps for alarm majorcode 3, minor code 114 above.

3 116 Milkmeter ...conductivity (...)differ (...) fromother meters

Deviation One of the milk meters give valuesthat differ significantly from theones provided yesterday.The alarm is issued if thedifference appears for only onemilk meter.

See the general steps for alarm majorcode 3, minor code 114 above.

3 117 Milking self testfailed

Stop alarm Selftest from milking system failed.Vacuum level indicate badvacuum in some milktube.

Make sure system has vacuum. Callservice technician if problem remains.

3 117 Milking self testfailed

Stop alarm Selftest from milking system failed.Vacuum level indicate badvacuum in some milktube.

Make sure system has vacuum. Callservice technician if problem remains.

3 118 FF meter %...f ishaving problemsmeasuring blood

Deviation The average value of blood is toohigh (over 600 ppm).

Check the air inlets and run a systemcleaning. If that doesn’t solve theproblem, check if something is stuckinside the meter. If the problemspersists call service engineer.

3 118 FF meter %...f ishaving problemsmeasuring blood

Deviation The average value of blood is toohigh (over 600 ppm).


3 119 Many milkings withhigh blood value

Deviation There are more then 10 milkingsin a row with a blood level above800 ppm.


3 119 Many milkings withhigh blood value

Deviation There are more then 10 milkingsin a row with a blood level above800 ppm.


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3 120 OCC: To highpressure

Deviation At some stage in the process ofmeasure cells the pressure is tohigh, this indicates some kind ofblockage in the system.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. If this does not help you needto manually check the hoses andvalves to find the blockage. If it stilldoes not work - call for serviceengineer.

3 120 OCC: To highpressure

Deviation At some stage in the process ofmeasure cells the pressure is tohigh, this indicates some kind ofblockage in the system.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. If this does not help you needto manually check the hoses andvalves to find the blockage. If it stilldoes not work - call for serviceengineer.

3 121 OCC: To lowpressure

Deviation At some stage in the process ofmeasure cells the pressure is tolow, this indicates some kind ofblockage in the system.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen.If this does not help you need tomanually check the hoses and valvesto find the blockage.

3 121 OCC: To lowpressure

Deviation At some stage in the process ofmeasure cells the pressure is tolow, this indicates some kind ofblockage in the system.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen.If this does not help you need tomanually check the hoses and valvesto find the blockage.

3 122 OCC: Time outdue to Alcomcommunicationproblem

Deviation Somewhere in the measureprocess an Alcom message waslost and the process could notcontinue.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. If this does not helpdisconnect/connect the power to theOCC.

3 122 OCC: Time outdue to Alcomcommunicationproblem

Deviation Somewhere in the measureprocess an Alcom message waslost and the process could notcontinue.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. If this does not helpdisconnect/connect the power to theOCC.

3 123 OCC: To lowtemperature

Deviation The temperature in the cabinet isclose to zero or below. The liquidscan freeze and the system can beharmed.

If possible run a shutdown from thetouch screen and don't use the OCCuntil it is warmer again. You candisable the OCC in the managementsoftware.

3 123 OCC: To lowtemperature

Deviation The temperature in the cabinet isclose to zero or below. The liquidscan freeze and the system can beharmed.

If possible run a shutdown from thetouch screen and don't use the OCCuntil it is warmer again. You candisable the OCC in the managementsoftware.

3 124 OCC: Liquidleakage in cabinet

Deviation There is some liquid in the bottomof the cabinet

Try to see were the leakage is. Whenthe problem is fixed, unscrew the cupunder the cabinet. Empty the liquid andclean all parts. Run a prime and selftest from the touch screen.

3 124 OCC: Liquidleakage in cabinet

Deviation There is some liquid in the bottomof the cabinet

Try to see were the leakage is. Whenthe problem is fixed, unscrew the cupunder the cabinet. Empty the liquid andclean all parts. Run a prime and selftest from the touch screen.

3 125 OCC: The waistcontainer is full

Deviation The waist container is full Replace the waist container and pressthe "Waste is empty" button on thetouch screen. Run a self test.

3 125 OCC: The waistcontainer is full

Deviation The waist container is full Replace the waist container and pressthe "Waste is empty" button on thetouch screen. Run a self test.

3 126 OCC: Pressuresensor broken orleakage/stop insome hose.

Deviation The pressure sensor seems notworking.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. If it still does not work - call forservice engineer. Press the Milk valvemanually to release any pressure in thesystem. Read the pressure from thetouch screen (should be around 1 to1.2 bar). Make sure all valves areclosed. Move the syringe pump a smalldistance and read the pressure again.Is there any pressure difference? If nottry to disconnect/connect power to theOCC. If it still does not work, replacethe pressure sensor.

3 126 OCC: Pressuresensor broken orleakage/stop insome hose.

Deviation The pressure sensor seems notworking.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. If it still does not work - call forservice engineer. Press the Milk valvemanually to release any pressure in thesystem. Read the pressure from thetouch screen (should be around 1 to1.2 bar). Make sure all valves areclosed. Move the syringe pump a smalldistance and read the pressure again.Is there any pressure difference? If nottry to disconnect/connect power to theOCC. If it still does not work, replacethe pressure sensor.

3 127 OCC: The cuvetteis dirty

Usernotification

The cuvette is to dirty Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. If this does not help you needto manually check the hoses andvalves to find the blockage. If it stilldoes not work - call for serviceengineer.

3 127 OCC: The cuvetteis dirty

Usernotification

The cuvette is to dirty Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. If this does not help you needto manually check the hoses andvalves to find the blockage. If it stilldoes not work - call for serviceengineer.

3 128 OCC: Out ofreagent orleakage/stop inhose or valvefailure

Deviation The OCC can't detect any reagent. Is there any reagent left in the bottle?Try prime and self test. If this does nothelp, check hoses and valves manually.

3 128 OCC: Out ofreagent orleakage/stop inhose or valvefailure

Deviation The OCC can't detect any reagent. Is there any reagent left in the bottle?Try prime and self test. If this does nothelp, check hoses and valves manually.

3 129 OCC: Out ofhypochlorite orleakage/stop inhose or valvefailure

Deviation The OCC can't detect anyhypochlorite.

Is there any hypochlorite left in thebottle? Try prime and self test. If thisdoes not help, check hoses and valvesmanually.

3 129 OCC: Out ofhypochlorite orleakage/stop inhose or valvefailure

Deviation The OCC can't detect anyhypochlorite.

Is there any hypochlorite left in thebottle? Try prime and self test. If thisdoes not help, check hoses and valvesmanually.

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3 130 OCC: No water infunnel orleakage/stop inhose or valvefailure

Deviation The OCC can't detect any water Is the water to the OCC turned on (isthe teat cleaner getting water?). Trypress the water button in the cabinet -is there any water coming into thefunnel? Try run a self test from thetouch screen. If this does not help,check hoses and valves manually.

3 130 OCC: No water infunnel orleakage/stop inhose or valvefailure

Deviation The OCC can't detect any water Is the water to the OCC turned on (isthe teat cleaner getting water?). Trypress the water button in the cabinet -is there any water coming into thefunnel? Try run a self test from thetouch screen. If this does not help,check hoses and valves manually.

3 131 OCC: No milk infunnel orleakage/stop inhose or valvefailure

Deviation The OCC can't detect any milk. Maybe this cow has yield very littlemilk, then there might not be enough inthe funnel to perform a measure. If thisis not the case check hoses and valvesmanually.

3 131 OCC: No milk infunnel orleakage/stop inhose or valvefailure

Deviation The OCC can't detect any milk. Maybe this cow has yield very littlemilk, then there might not be enough inthe funnel to perform a measure. If thisis not the case check hoses and valvesmanually.

3 132 OCC: No answerfrom the DCC

Deviation The DCC does not answer on theAlcom bus

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. Restart MS. If it still does notwork - call service engineer. Is itpowered on? Try "DCC on/off" from thetouch screen, and then just try to readsome parameter to check that it hascome to live. If this does not helpdisconnect/connect the power to theDCC module.

3 132 OCC: No answerfrom the DCC

Deviation The DCC does not answer on theAlcom bus

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. Restart MS. If it still does notwork - call service engineer. Is itpowered on? Try "DCC on/off" from thetouch screen, and then just try to readsome parameter to check that it hascome to live. If this does not helpdisconnect/connect the power to theDCC module.

3 133 OCC: The DCCcan't count thecells, someparameter settingis wrong

Deviation Some parameter in the DCC iswrong so that the DCC can notperform a cell count.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. Go through the parameter listfrom the touch screen to see if someparameter is set to an abnormal value(default values should be availablefrom helpdesk?)

3 133 OCC: The DCCcan't count thecells, someparameter settingis wrong

Deviation Some parameter in the DCC iswrong so that the DCC can notperform a cell count.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. Go through the parameter listfrom the touch screen to see if someparameter is set to an abnormal value(default values should be availablefrom helpdesk?)

3 134 OCC: Can't cleanthe cuvett, it is todirty

Deviation The cuvette is to dirty to manytimes in a row

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen.If this does not help you need tomanually check the hoses and valvesto find the blockage. If it still does notwork - call for service engineer.

3 134 OCC: Can't cleanthe cuvett, it is todirty

Deviation The cuvette is to dirty to manytimes in a row

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen.If this does not help you need tomanually check the hoses and valvesto find the blockage. If it still does notwork - call for service engineer.

3 135 OCC: Can'trecover, serviceneeded!

Usernotication

The OCC has tried to run two selftest without any luck. It can'trecover from the faults.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. Manually check the OCC. Isthe waste bottle empty? Is there anyreagent/hypochlorite in the bottle? Isthe water ok? Replace hoses ifneeded. Check all valves (from touchscreen). Try disconnect/connect powerto the OCC. Run prime and self testfrom touch screen.

3 135 OCC: Can'trecover, serviceneeded!

Usernotication

The OCC has tried to run two selftest without any luck. It can'trecover from the faults.

Run prime and self test from the touchscreen. Manually check the OCC. Isthe waste bottle empty? Is there anyreagent/hypochlorite in the bottle? Isthe water ok? Replace hoses ifneeded. Check all valves (from touchscreen). Try disconnect/connect powerto the OCC. Run prime and self testfrom touch screen.

3 136 OCC: Can't getmilk into funnel

Usernotication

There is not enough milk in funnel. None required.3 136 OCC: Can't getmilk into funnel

Usernotication

There is not enough milk in funnel. None required.

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4 1 Cow has leftthe stall

Usernotification

Information that things are runnigagain.The cow has left the stall, and theexit gate has been closed after aprevious "Failed to release cow.Cow still in stall" or "Failed to closestall. Cow still in the stall" event.

None required.4 1 Cow has leftthe stall

Usernotification

Information that things are runnigagain.The cow has left the stall, and theexit gate has been closed after aprevious "Failed to release cow.Cow still in stall" or "Failed to closestall. Cow still in the stall" event.

None required.

4 100 Failed toclose gatewhile closingstall

Usernotification

The system could not close theentrance or exit gate when tryingto perform a "close stall" or"release and close" operation. Thishas occured despite sveral retriesand "tricks" to outsmart the cowsthat obstruct the gate(s).The gate that did not closeproperly has been left open, andthe system has been halted toobtain a safe state.

Remove any obstructing cows from themilking station's entrance and exit gatesand put the station in automatic mode.If this problem occurs often (several times aweek), make sure that the entrance and exitgate close fast enough. It should not takemore than 3 seconds between the events"start closing entrance/exit gate" and"entrance/exit gate is fully closed". If thegates close too slowly, the cows will loosetheir respect for the gates and hence startblocking them.If the closing of the gates takes more than 3seconds, let a service engineer adjust thespeed of the gates.

4 100 Failed toclose gatewhile closingstall

Usernotification

The system could not close theentrance or exit gate when tryingto perform a "close stall" or"release and close" operation. Thishas occured despite sveral retriesand "tricks" to outsmart the cowsthat obstruct the gate(s).The gate that did not closeproperly has been left open, andthe system has been halted toobtain a safe state.

Remove any obstructing cows from themilking station's entrance and exit gatesand put the station in automatic mode.If this problem occurs often (several times aweek), make sure that the entrance and exitgate close fast enough. It should not takemore than 3 seconds between the events"start closing entrance/exit gate" and"entrance/exit gate is fully closed". If thegates close too slowly, the cows will loosetheir respect for the gates and hence startblocking them.If the closing of the gates takes more than 3seconds, let a service engineer adjust thespeed of the gates.

Service engineer only:- Adjust the speed of the gates.Note: The gates are properly configuredwhen leaving the factory. Please do notchange these settings during the installation.- If the adjustment does not solve theproblem, press the "Save Logfiles" buttonon the touch screen ("MiscellaneousService" window) as soon as possible afterthe error.Call Helpdesk for advice.

Service engineer only:- Adjust the speed of the gates.Note: The gates are properly configuredwhen leaving the factory. Please do notchange these settings during the installation.- If the adjustment does not solve theproblem, press the "Save Logfiles" buttonon the touch screen ("MiscellaneousService" window) as soon as possible afterthe error.Call Helpdesk for advice.

4 101 Failed toaccept cow

Usernotification

The system could not properlyreceive a cow into the station. Thishas occurred despite serveralretries and "tricks" to outsmart thecows that obstruct the gate(s).The entrance gate (or in rarecases, the exit gate) has been leftopen and the system has beenhalted to obtain a safe state.

See "Failed to close gate while closingstall", major code 4, minor code 100 above.If this problem occurs extremely often(every cow or similar), the "entrance gate isclosed" sensor might be out of operation. Inthis case, contact service engineer.

4 101 Failed toaccept cow

Usernotification

The system could not properlyreceive a cow into the station. Thishas occurred despite serveralretries and "tricks" to outsmart thecows that obstruct the gate(s).The entrance gate (or in rarecases, the exit gate) has been leftopen and the system has beenhalted to obtain a safe state.

See "Failed to close gate while closingstall", major code 4, minor code 100 above.If this problem occurs extremely often(every cow or similar), the "entrance gate isclosed" sensor might be out of operation. Inthis case, contact service engineer.

4 102 Failed closegate whilereleasingcow

Usernotification

The system failed to close the exitgate while releasing a cow. Thishas occurred despite severalretries and "tricks" to outsmart thecows that obstruct the gate.The system has opened the gateand halted its operation to obtain asafe state.

See "Failed to close gate while closingstall", major code 4, minor code 100 above.If this problem occurs extremely often(every cow or similar), the "exit gate isclosed" sensor might be out of operation. Inthis case, contact service engineer.

4 102 Failed closegate whilereleasingcow

Usernotification

The system failed to close the exitgate while releasing a cow. Thishas occurred despite severalretries and "tricks" to outsmart thecows that obstruct the gate.The system has opened the gateand halted its operation to obtain asafe state.

See "Failed to close gate while closingstall", major code 4, minor code 100 above.If this problem occurs extremely often(every cow or similar), the "exit gate isclosed" sensor might be out of operation. Inthis case, contact service engineer.

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4 104 Error ... ongate ...

Usernotification

Nonspecific gate-error message.(Error code to be defined)In general, errors of this kindmeans that a gate has - afterseveral retries - failed to completean operation in a safe way and hadto "commit suicide" (air off) toobtain a safe state.

Restart the milking station that controls thegate which caused the error.

4 104 Error ... ongate ...

Usernotification

Nonspecific gate-error message.(Error code to be defined)In general, errors of this kindmeans that a gate has - afterseveral retries - failed to completean operation in a safe way and hadto "commit suicide" (air off) toobtain a safe state.

Restart the milking station that controls thegate which caused the error.

4 105 Failed torelease cow.Cow still install

Usernotification

A notification from the cow-trafficsystem that a cow has stayed toolong inside the station after the exitgate has been opened.The system will continue to wait forthe cow to leave the station, andthe complete its operation.

Most probably, this is due to a cow thatrefuses to leave the station. Either ignorethe message and wait until the cow leavesby herself, or visit the barn to make herleave the station.If this message appears several times, thecow traffic might be blocked for somereason: a cow outside the milking station, abroken one way gate, etc. Visit the barn andremove the obstacle.If this message appears repeatedly andthere is no cow inside the station, the "cowinside station" sensor might be defective.Contact service engineer.

4 105 Failed torelease cow.Cow still install

Usernotification

A notification from the cow-trafficsystem that a cow has stayed toolong inside the station after the exitgate has been opened.The system will continue to wait forthe cow to leave the station, andthe complete its operation.

Most probably, this is due to a cow thatrefuses to leave the station. Either ignorethe message and wait until the cow leavesby herself, or visit the barn to make herleave the station.If this message appears several times, thecow traffic might be blocked for somereason: a cow outside the milking station, abroken one way gate, etc. Visit the barn andremove the obstacle.If this message appears repeatedly andthere is no cow inside the station, the "cowinside station" sensor might be defective.Contact service engineer.

Service engineer only:Make sure the "cow inside station" sensor isnot exposed to intermittent strong sunlightor others sources of disturbing lightreflected on surfaces in the barn.

Service engineer only:Make sure the "cow inside station" sensor isnot exposed to intermittent strong sunlightor others sources of disturbing lightreflected on surfaces in the barn.

4 106 Failed toclose stall.Cow still install

Usernotification

A notification from the cow-trafficsystem that the cow has stayedtoo long inside the station after a"Close stall" or "Release andclose" operation has started.The system will continue to wait forthe cow to leave the station, andthe complete its operation.

See "Failed to release cow. Cow still install", major code 4, minor code 105 above.

4 106 Failed toclose stall.Cow still install

Usernotification

A notification from the cow-trafficsystem that the cow has stayedtoo long inside the station after a"Close stall" or "Release andclose" operation has started.The system will continue to wait forthe cow to leave the station, andthe complete its operation.

See "Failed to release cow. Cow still install", major code 4, minor code 105 above.

4 107 Selectiongate …:Failed toclose gate.Gate put intomanual mode

Usernotification

Several attempts have been madeto close the selection gate, butwithout success. The gate wasthen simulated to be out ofoperation to allow cows to clearaway from the gate. More attemptsto close the gate were made, butthe gate still failed to close andwas opened and put into manualmode.

Visit the gate and check that no cow orother object prevents the gate from closing.If this is not the case, press the AUTObutton on the keypad twice to put the gatein automatic mode again.If the alarm is issued frequently, either ofthe following two might be the cause:- Air pressure to gate is insufficient,- Communication with the ALCOM I/Oboard is unstable.If the alarm is issued constantly, thegate-closed sensor on the cylinder might bedamaged.

4 107 Selectiongate …:Failed toclose gate.Gate put intomanual mode

Usernotification

Several attempts have been madeto close the selection gate, butwithout success. The gate wasthen simulated to be out ofoperation to allow cows to clearaway from the gate. More attemptsto close the gate were made, butthe gate still failed to close andwas opened and put into manualmode.

Visit the gate and check that no cow orother object prevents the gate from closing.If this is not the case, press the AUTObutton on the keypad twice to put the gatein automatic mode again.If the alarm is issued frequently, either ofthe following two might be the cause:- Air pressure to gate is insufficient,- Communication with the ALCOM I/Oboard is unstable.If the alarm is issued constantly, thegate-closed sensor on the cylinder might bedamaged.

4 108 Separationgate…:Failed toreachdesignateddirection.Gate still inautomaticmode

Usernotification

The separation gate has afterseveral attempts failed to reach theend position of the specifieddirection. The gate has stoppedtrying to reach the end position,but is still in automatic mode.

If this alarm is issued only occasionally, it isprobably because a cow has not movedaway from the gate. To be on the safe side,visit the gate to ensure that no cow isinjured or is blocking the gate.

4 108 Separationgate…:Failed toreachdesignateddirection.Gate still inautomaticmode

Usernotification

The separation gate has afterseveral attempts failed to reach theend position of the specifieddirection. The gate has stoppedtrying to reach the end position,but is still in automatic mode.

If this alarm is issued only occasionally, it isprobably because a cow has not movedaway from the gate. To be on the safe side,visit the gate to ensure that no cow isinjured or is blocking the gate.

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4 109 Failed toclose floorflush valve

Usernotification

The floor-flush-valve sensorindicates that the floor flush valvewas not properly closed.

If it is probable that the sensor sends thecorrect value, check that the valve is notstuck in the open position.If water is constantly flushed, shut down themilking station.

4 109 Failed toclose floorflush valve

Usernotification

The floor-flush-valve sensorindicates that the floor flush valvewas not properly closed.

If it is probable that the sensor sends thecorrect value, check that the valve is notstuck in the open position.If water is constantly flushed, shut down themilking station.

4 110 Cowreleased dueto failure toaccept a cow

Statusmessage

The system has failed to close theentrance gate even after severalretries.To handle the situation the systemreleases the cow currently insidethe stall before making anotherattempt to accept a cow.

None required.4 110 Cowreleased dueto failure toaccept a cow

Statusmessage

The system has failed to close theentrance gate even after severalretries.To handle the situation the systemreleases the cow currently insidethe stall before making anotherattempt to accept a cow.

None required.

4 111 Cowacceptedsuccessfully

Usernotification

The cow traffic system made asuccessefull "accept cow"operation after having made anunsuccessfull "accept cow"operation.

None required.4 111 Cowacceptedsuccessfully

Usernotification

The cow traffic system made asuccessefull "accept cow"operation after having made anunsuccessfull "accept cow"operation.

None required.

4 112 Gate …entrancephotocellhas beenblocked for … hours

Deviation The entrance photocell of a SmartSelection gate has been blockedfor an abnormally long time. Thatprobably means that something iswrong with the photocell(displaced, covered with manure,input signal over ALCOM hasceased, etc.).

- Try to make the photocell work by wipingaway dirt from the photocell eyes.- Use a long stick or similar to ensure thatthere is a straight line of sight between thephotocell eyes. If not, adjust the direction ofthe photocell eyes.The connections inside the EP box on thegate might be faulty. Contact serviceengineer.

4 112 Gate …entrancephotocellhas beenblocked for … hours

Deviation The entrance photocell of a SmartSelection gate has been blockedfor an abnormally long time. Thatprobably means that something iswrong with the photocell(displaced, covered with manure,input signal over ALCOM hasceased, etc.).

- Try to make the photocell work by wipingaway dirt from the photocell eyes.- Use a long stick or similar to ensure thatthere is a straight line of sight between thephotocell eyes. If not, adjust the direction ofthe photocell eyes.The connections inside the EP box on thegate might be faulty. Contact serviceengineer.

4 113 Gate … exitphotocellprobablydetects thedoor insteadof cows

Deviation The exit photocell of the SmartSelection gate probably detectsthe gate door as it swings to itsopen position. This will have anegative impact on the cow trafficthrough the gate since it makes itmore difficult for cows to pass thegate.

Adjust the position of the exit photocell ofthe Smart Selection gate. Open the gatedoor with the joystick, and verify that theexit photocell is not affected by the gatedoor.

4 113 Gate … exitphotocellprobablydetects thedoor insteadof cows

Deviation The exit photocell of the SmartSelection gate probably detectsthe gate door as it swings to itsopen position. This will have anegative impact on the cow trafficthrough the gate since it makes itmore difficult for cows to pass thegate.

Adjust the position of the exit photocell ofthe Smart Selection gate. Open the gatedoor with the joystick, and verify that theexit photocell is not affected by the gatedoor.

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5 1 Washingstep ... ...

Statusmessage

Shows the current cleaning phasein the cleaning unit.

None required.5 1 Washingstep ... ...

Statusmessage

Shows the current cleaning phasein the cleaning unit.

None required.

5 2 Startinmilkpump

Statusmessage

The milk pump has been started. None required.5 2 Startinmilkpump

Statusmessage

The milk pump has been started. None required.

5 3 Stoppingmilkpump

Statusmessage

The milk pump has been stopped. None required.5 3 Stoppingmilkpump

Statusmessage

The milk pump has been stopped. None required.

5 4 Milktp busy(...). Ignoredrequest (...)

Statusmessage

This message appears if yourequest milk transport while VMSis in a cleaning phase.

Do not interfere with the cleaning process.5 4 Milktp busy(...). Ignoredrequest (...)

Statusmessage

This message appears if yourequest milk transport while VMSis in a cleaning phase.

Do not interfere with the cleaning process.

5 5 Tanke stateidle

Statusmessage

Tank emptying is not taking place. None required.5 5 Tanke stateidle

Statusmessage

Tank emptying is not taking place. None required.

5 6 Tank statewait to empty

Statusmessage

The tank-emptying button hasbeen pressed, but the emptying ofthe tank has not yet started sincethe milking station is still busy.

None required.5 6 Tank statewait to empty

Statusmessage

The tank-emptying button hasbeen pressed, but the emptying ofthe tank has not yet started sincethe milking station is still busy.

None required.

5 7 Tank stateCleaning

Statusmessage

The tank cleaning is taking place.The gates of the Milking Stationhas been closed. Most likley, thecleaning of the station is alsotaking place.

None required.5 7 Tank stateCleaning

Statusmessage

The tank cleaning is taking place.The gates of the Milking Stationhas been closed. Most likley, thecleaning of the station is alsotaking place.

None required.

5 8 Tank statePurging

Statusmessage

The transport line is blown withcompressed-air to convey the milkto the tank. This takes place beforethe tank emptying.

None required.5 8 Tank statePurging

Statusmessage

The transport line is blown withcompressed-air to convey the milkto the tank. This takes place beforethe tank emptying.

None required.

5 9 Tank stateEmptying

Statusmessage

The tank is being emptied. None required.5 9 Tank stateEmptying

Statusmessage

The tank is being emptied. None required.

5 10 Milk truckshas arrived

Statusmessage

The tank-emptying button hasbeen pressed.

None required.5 10 Milk truckshas arrived

Statusmessage

The tank-emptying button hasbeen pressed.

None required.

5 11 Milk tank isempty

Statusmessage

The milk tank is empty. None required.5 11 Milk tank isempty

Statusmessage

The milk tank is empty. None required.

5 12 Milk tank iscleaned

Statusmessage

The milk tank is cleaned. None required.5 12 Milk tank iscleaned

Statusmessage

The milk tank is cleaned. None required.

5 13 Tank canaccept milk

Statusmessage

Tank is removing the signal "cannot accept milk".This allows the system to startaccepting cows for milking.

None required.5 13 Tank canaccept milk

Statusmessage

Tank is removing the signal "cannot accept milk".This allows the system to startaccepting cows for milking.

None required.

5 14 Filter changerequested

Statusmessage

Filter change button is set inposition "change filter"

None required.5 14 Filter changerequested

Statusmessage

Filter change button is set inposition "change filter"

None required.

5 15 Filter changegranted

Statusmessage

Milking station has acceptedchange of filter to be done.

None required.5 15 Filter changegranted

Statusmessage

Milking station has acceptedchange of filter to be done.

None required.

5 16 Filter changedenied

Statusmessage

Milking station has denied changeof filter

None required.5 16 Filter changedenied

Statusmessage

Milking station has denied changeof filter

None required.

5 17 Filter changecompleted

Statusmessage

Milking station has receivedinformation that change of filter iscompleted.

None required.5 17 Filter changecompleted

Statusmessage

Milking station has receivedinformation that change of filter iscompleted.

None required.

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5 101 Endunit notempty

Stop alarm The receiver (end unit) is notempty.This check is performed after acleaning or rinse of the system toconfirm that receiver does notcontain cleaning water.

Make sure there is no cleaning water in thesystem before you start milking. If the cleaning was stopped in an abnormalway, carry out another cleaning or rinse tobe on the safe side.

5 101 Endunit notempty

Stop alarm The receiver (end unit) is notempty.This check is performed after acleaning or rinse of the system toconfirm that receiver does notcontain cleaning water.

Make sure there is no cleaning water in thesystem before you start milking. If the cleaning was stopped in an abnormalway, carry out another cleaning or rinse tobe on the safe side.

5 102 Tank valvein wrongposition

Stop alarm The milk valve or the cleaningvalve (or both valves) at the tank isin the wrong position.Possible causes may beinsufficient air pressure, cloggedair valves or faulty sensors.Technical explanation: the valves’sensors, connected to Cx on boardA70 inside the milk-room-controllerbox, do not give the expectedsignals.

- Check the positions of the valves andsensors.

5 102 Tank valvein wrongposition

Stop alarm The milk valve or the cleaningvalve (or both valves) at the tank isin the wrong position.Possible causes may beinsufficient air pressure, cloggedair valves or faulty sensors.Technical explanation: the valves’sensors, connected to Cx on boardA70 inside the milk-room-controllerbox, do not give the expectedsignals.

- Check the positions of the valves andsensors.

5 103 Cleaning notcompleted

Stop alarm The milking station has beenstopped during a cleaning. Whenthe Milking Station is started again,this message appears.

Check if a cleaning can be started andcompleted.Check the valves and the cleaning unit.Make sure there is no water in systembefore you start milking.Note: If you do not know in which step thecleaning was when it stopped, then run thecomplete cleaning once again to preventbacteria or cleaning detergent fromcontaminating the milk.

5 103 Cleaning notcompleted

Stop alarm The milking station has beenstopped during a cleaning. Whenthe Milking Station is started again,this message appears.

Check if a cleaning can be started andcompleted.Check the valves and the cleaning unit.Make sure there is no water in systembefore you start milking.Note: If you do not know in which step thecleaning was when it stopped, then run thecomplete cleaning once again to preventbacteria or cleaning detergent fromcontaminating the milk.

5 104 Cannotaccept milkto tank

Deviation/St-op alarm

Tank alarm. Milk cannot beconveyed to the tank. The VMSsystem will issue a Deviation assoon as it receives the alarm fromthe tank. If the tank still cannotreceive milk after 30 minutes havepassed, the VMS system will issuea stop alarm. (The time limit canbe changed in the managementsoftware > VMS Config).Note: if the alarm involves someproblem with the coolingfunctionality in addition to the factthat the tank cannot receive milk,the alarm is immediately issued asa stop alarm.

Check which alarm the tank is sending,then see the manuals for the coolingequipment on what actions to take.

5 104 Cannotaccept milkto tank


Tank alarm. Milk cannot beconveyed to the tank. The VMSsystem will issue a Deviation assoon as it receives the alarm fromthe tank. If the tank still cannotreceive milk after 30 minutes havepassed, the VMS system will issuea stop alarm. (The time limit canbe changed in the managementsoftware > VMS Config).Note: if the alarm involves someproblem with the coolingfunctionality in addition to the factthat the tank cannot receive milk,the alarm is immediately issued asa stop alarm.

Check which alarm the tank is sending,then see the manuals for the coolingequipment on what actions to take.

5 105 Coolingalarm

Usernotification

Tank alarm, cooling error. Check the cooling of the tank.5 105 Coolingalarm

Usernotification

Tank alarm, cooling error. Check the cooling of the tank.

5 106 Timeoutemptyingtank

Stop alarm The tank emptying has not beenfinished wthin 30 minutes. Apossible reason is that the tankcleaning has not been started.The time limit can be changed inthe management software > VMSConfig.

Check why the tank emptying has not beenfinished.

5 106 Timeoutemptyingtank

Stop alarm The tank emptying has not beenfinished wthin 30 minutes. Apossible reason is that the tankcleaning has not been started.The time limit can be changed inthe management software > VMSConfig.

Check why the tank emptying has not beenfinished.

5 107 Timeouttankcleaning

Stop alarm The tank cleaning has not beenfinished within 60 minuets.The time limit can be changed inthe management software > VMSConfig.

Check why the tank cleaning has not beenfinished.

5 107 Timeouttankcleaning

Stop alarm The tank cleaning has not beenfinished within 60 minuets.The time limit can be changed inthe management software > VMSConfig.

Check why the tank cleaning has not beenfinished.

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5 108 Bad systemvacuum...kPa ref... kPa

May givestop callafterrecovery

The system vacuum to the milkingstation is deviating too much fromthe setpoint values (set in PC).Checked under milking only.

Check the system vacuum or calibrate thesensors.Check setpoint value in PC. If sensor isbroken, calibrate so it shows correctvacuum. If setpoint is 0 the system will notcheck the vacuum level.

5 108 Bad systemvacuum...kPa ref... kPa

May givestop callafterrecovery

The system vacuum to the milkingstation is deviating too much fromthe setpoint values (set in PC).Checked under milking only.

Check the system vacuum or calibrate thesensors.Check setpoint value in PC. If sensor isbroken, calibrate so it shows correctvacuum. If setpoint is 0 the system will notcheck the vacuum level.

Service engineer only:- Start the management software and checkthat "System vacuum level" is set to 44 kPa.- If the problem presist, calibrate thevacuum sensor. Do as follows:- Attach a calibrated meter to the outlet onthe control box in the lower beam.- On the touch screen, press "VMS" > "TestVMS".- On the keypad that appears on thescreen, type "VMS".- Press "Service Test".- Press "Lower beam" (for "Lower beam 2")and scroll until you find "Sense vacuumlevel".- Press the "Sense vacuum level" button.- Press "Calibrate" and follow theinstructions on the screen.- When the calibration is complete, restartthe milking station.

Service engineer only:- Start the management software and checkthat "System vacuum level" is set to 44 kPa.- If the problem presist, calibrate thevacuum sensor. Do as follows:- Attach a calibrated meter to the outlet onthe control box in the lower beam.- On the touch screen, press "VMS" > "TestVMS".- On the keypad that appears on thescreen, type "VMS".- Press "Service Test".- Press "Lower beam" (for "Lower beam 2")and scroll until you find "Sense vacuumlevel".- Press the "Sense vacuum level" button.- Press "Calibrate" and follow theinstructions on the screen.- When the calibration is complete, restartthe milking station.

5 109 Good milkvalve inwrongposition

Stop alarm The valve for "good milk"(consumable milk) is not in therequested position.

Check the function of the sensor and itsLEDs (Light Emitting Diode).

5 109 Good milkvalve inwrongposition

Stop alarm The valve for "good milk"(consumable milk) is not in therequested position.

Check the function of the sensor and itsLEDs (Light Emitting Diode).

5 110 Dump milkvalve inwrongposition

Stop alarm The valve for "bad milk"(non-consumable milk) is not in therequested position. "Good milk"(consumable milk) might bepumped to drain.

Check the function and the sensor and itsLEDs (Light Emitting Diode).

5 110 Dump milkvalve inwrongposition

Stop alarm The valve for "bad milk"(non-consumable milk) is not in therequested position. "Good milk"(consumable milk) might bepumped to drain.

Check the function and the sensor and itsLEDs (Light Emitting Diode).

5 112 Endunitindicatesempty Error

Stop alarm Problems when emptying thereceiver (end unit). System hasmilked more than 2 kg and is aboutto empty the receiver, but the levelsensors inform the system that thereceiver is already empty.

Check the receiver and its level sensors(endunit level).

5 112 Endunitindicatesempty Error

Stop alarm Problems when emptying thereceiver (end unit). System hasmilked more than 2 kg and is aboutto empty the receiver, but the levelsensors inform the system that thereceiver is already empty.

Check the receiver and its level sensors(endunit level).

5 113 Timoutemptyingendunit -check filtervalve

Stop alarm The level sensors are indicatingthat the receiver is not empty eventhough the milk pump has beenrunning for 60 seconds.

In particular, make sure that the valve at themilk filter is open. Check the level sensors(endunit level).Check the milk pump and the motoroverload protection. Check if any valves areclosed that should be open.

5 113 Timoutemptyingendunit -check filtervalve

Stop alarm The level sensors are indicatingthat the receiver is not empty eventhough the milk pump has beenrunning for 60 seconds.

In particular, make sure that the valve at themilk filter is open. Check the level sensors(endunit level).Check the milk pump and the motoroverload protection. Check if any valves areclosed that should be open.

5 114 Teatcleanertank full

Deviation A sensor in the wastewater tank(teatcleaner tank) indicates thatthe tank is full. The tank should notbe full during normal operation.The system tries to empty the tank.

Check the wastewater tank (teatcleanertank). If the problem persists, contactservice engineer.

5 114 Teatcleanertank full

Deviation A sensor in the wastewater tank(teatcleaner tank) indicates thatthe tank is full. The tank should notbe full during normal operation.The system tries to empty the tank.

Check the wastewater tank (teatcleanertank). If the problem persists, contactservice engineer.

5 115 Milk diverted Deviation Milk was diverted. None required.5 115 Milk diverted Deviation Milk was diverted. None required.

5 116 Cleaningaborted

Deviation A cleaning process has beenmanually cancelled.

A cleaning process should not beinterrupted. Restart the cleaning process toprevent bacteria or cleaning detergent fromcontaminating the milk.

5 116 Cleaningaborted

Deviation A cleaning process has beenmanually cancelled.

A cleaning process should not beinterrupted. Restart the cleaning process toprevent bacteria or cleaning detergent fromcontaminating the milk.

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5 117 Temperatureteat cleaner...

Usernotification

If teat cleaning water is above 42degrees Celsius. @@The currentteat cleaning will be aborted.

If the sensor indicates a rise in temperatureabove the limit:- Check the water temperature.- Check the temperature sensor.(A teat cleaning can be started manuallyfrom the touch screen).Temporary solutions:The teat cleaning function can be disabledfor each cow in (PC setting). Note,however, that this might affect the milkquality. In addition, this measure is not foolproof. The cause of the high watertemperature must be investigated and theproblem resolved.The sensor can also be removed. Thesystem will then generate the message"Teatcleaner temp sensor malfunction"(major code 5, minor code 119). See below.

5 117 Temperatureteat cleaner...

Usernotification

If teat cleaning water is above 42degrees Celsius. @@The currentteat cleaning will be aborted.

If the sensor indicates a rise in temperatureabove the limit:- Check the water temperature.- Check the temperature sensor.(A teat cleaning can be started manuallyfrom the touch screen).Temporary solutions:The teat cleaning function can be disabledfor each cow in (PC setting). Note,however, that this might affect the milkquality. In addition, this measure is not foolproof. The cause of the high watertemperature must be investigated and theproblem resolved.The sensor can also be removed. Thesystem will then generate the message"Teatcleaner temp sensor malfunction"(major code 5, minor code 119). See below.

5 118 Teatcleanertoo hot...

Usernotification

The temperature of the water forthe teat cleaner has exceeded42deg. System will stopimmidiately. Note: There is a riskfor milk contamination if teatcleaning is not used.

See "Temperature teat cleaner" (majorcode 5, Minor code 117) above.

5 118 Teatcleanertoo hot...

Usernotification

The temperature of the water forthe teat cleaner has exceeded42deg. System will stopimmidiately. Note: There is a riskfor milk contamination if teatcleaning is not used.

See "Temperature teat cleaner" (majorcode 5, Minor code 117) above.

5 119 Teatcleanertemp sensormalfunction

Usernotification

The system receives informationthat the teat cleaning water isbelow zero degrees Celsius. Thetemperature sensor is damaged ornot installed.

Check the water temprature. If installed, check the temperature sensor.

5 119 Teatcleanertemp sensormalfunction

Usernotification

The system receives informationthat the teat cleaning water isbelow zero degrees Celsius. Thetemperature sensor is damaged ornot installed.

Check the water temprature. If installed, check the temperature sensor.

5 120 ScheduledcleaningNOT done

Deviation The system was in manual modewhen a scheduled cleaning wasset to take place. (Scheduledcleanings take place only inautomatic mode.)

Start the cleaning.5 120 ScheduledcleaningNOT done

Deviation The system was in manual modewhen a scheduled cleaning wasset to take place. (Scheduledcleanings take place only inautomatic mode.)

Start the cleaning.

5 121 Communicat-ion lost withmilkroomcontroller

Stop alarm The milking station has lostcommunication with the milk roomcontroller (node E50 on theALCOM bus). Possible cause maybe that the bus is drawn incorrectly.

- Check that the ALCOM bus is not brokenor disconnected.- Check that the bus drawn correctlybetween the two units.

5 121 Communicat-ion lost withmilkroomcontroller

Stop alarm The milking station has lostcommunication with the milk roomcontroller (node E50 on theALCOM bus). Possible cause maybe that the bus is drawn incorrectly.

- Check that the ALCOM bus is not brokenor disconnected.- Check that the bus drawn correctlybetween the two units.

5 122 Teatcup nottight to jetter

Deviation There is air leakage between oneor several of the liners’ mouthpiecelips and the sealing collars,impairing the system’s ability todraw water from the cleaning unit. The vacuum level/air flow isdetected by the shut-off valves.If leakage is detected, the systemmakes three attempts to repositionthe teatcups. If this fails, the alarmmessage will be issued.This alarm message will not stopthe cleaning process, but there is arisk that the air leakage will causethe cleaning unit to issue a timeoutalarm (major code 7, minor code4). The timeout alarm will halt thesystem.

- Check the length and condition of the milktubes. Make sure that the teatcups can bereleased onto the jetters and their sealingcollars easily.

5 122 Teatcup nottight to jetter

Deviation There is air leakage between oneor several of the liners’ mouthpiecelips and the sealing collars,impairing the system’s ability todraw water from the cleaning unit. The vacuum level/air flow isdetected by the shut-off valves.If leakage is detected, the systemmakes three attempts to repositionthe teatcups. If this fails, the alarmmessage will be issued.This alarm message will not stopthe cleaning process, but there is arisk that the air leakage will causethe cleaning unit to issue a timeoutalarm (major code 7, minor code4). The timeout alarm will halt thesystem.

- Check the length and condition of the milktubes. Make sure that the teatcups can bereleased onto the jetters and their sealingcollars easily.

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5 126 Did not getwater fromRA-unitwithin...minutes

Stop alarm Water that should be deliveredfrom "ReceiveAll" equipment didnot became available within time.ReceiveAll is optional, only used atsome installations. Cleaning will beaborted automaticly.

Try to find out why water was not available.Call serviceman if problem remains.

5 126 Did not getwater fromRA-unitwithin...minutes

Stop alarm Water that should be deliveredfrom "ReceiveAll" equipment didnot became available within time.ReceiveAll is optional, only used atsome installations. Cleaning will beaborted automaticly.

Try to find out why water was not available.Call serviceman if problem remains.

5 127 Both low andhigh sensorin receiveractive

Stop alarm Level sensor in receiver indicatedboth high and low level at thesame time.

Call service technician if several alarms.Sensor should be checked.

5 127 Both low andhigh sensorin receiveractive

Stop alarm Level sensor in receiver indicatedboth high and low level at thesame time.

Call service technician if several alarms.Sensor should be checked.

5 128 Timeoutchangingmilk filter

Stop alarm If change of milk filter was startedbut not completed within time thisalarm will be given.

Make sure the filter change operation iscompleted.

5 128 Timeoutchangingmilk filter

Stop alarm If change of milk filter was startedbut not completed within time thisalarm will be given.

Make sure the filter change operation iscompleted.

5 129 Milk diverteddue to MDi,dest %...f

Notfication See alarm text. Check the cows that caused the notification.Depending on the strategy at the farm thethresholds can be changed. Lowering thethresholds will increase thediversion/notifications while increasing thethreshold will decrease the number ofdiversions/notifications. The thresholds arechanged in Animal>VMS Cow>Automaticdiversion.

5 129 Milk diverteddue to MDi,dest %...f

Notfication See alarm text. Check the cows that caused the notification.Depending on the strategy at the farm thethresholds can be changed. Lowering thethresholds will increase thediversion/notifications while increasing thethreshold will decrease the number ofdiversions/notifications. The thresholds arechanged in Animal>VMS Cow>Automaticdiversion.

5 200 Timeoutfillingdetergentnumber %...f

Usernotication

The configured amount ofdetergent was not pumped tocharging vessel within time.Cleaning is continued anyhow.

Make sure that there is detergent in thecontainer. Check that the hoses areconnected to the pump. If the problemremains call a serviceman.

5 200 Timeoutfillingdetergentnumber %...f

Usernotication

The configured amount ofdetergent was not pumped tocharging vessel within time.Cleaning is continued anyhow.

Make sure that there is detergent in thecontainer. Check that the hoses areconnected to the pump. If the problemremains call a serviceman.

5 201 Timeoutfilling waterin step %...f,substep %...f

Stop alarm Charge vessel was not filled withintime.Note! If the charge vessel was notempty when starting to fill waterthis alarm could be generated atstart of filling.

Check water pressure, check filters orstrainers in the waterline! Check the watervalves! Make sure that the charge vessel isempty before being refilled. Check the levelsensor. If the problem remains call aserviceman.

5 201 Timeoutfilling waterin step %...f,substep %...f

Stop alarm Charge vessel was not filled withintime.Note! If the charge vessel was notempty when starting to fill waterthis alarm could be generated atstart of filling.

Check water pressure, check filters orstrainers in the waterline! Check the watervalves! Make sure that the charge vessel isempty before being refilled. Check the levelsensor. If the problem remains call aserviceman.

5 202 Timeoutemptingwater in step%.0f,substep %.0f

Stop alarm The water level in receiver doesnot affect the upper level indicator(EndUnitHighLevel is not reached),when sucking water from washingtrough into receiver.

Check vacuum system, check connectionsbetween all 5 teat cups and their jetters.(Did you receive "teat cup not tight to jetter"message?) If "EndUnitHighLevel" ispositioned too high, this alarm could begenerated. If the problem remains call aserviceman.

5 202 Timeoutemptingwater in step%.0f,substep %.0f

Stop alarm The water level in receiver doesnot affect the upper level indicator(EndUnitHighLevel is not reached),when sucking water from washingtrough into receiver.

Check vacuum system, check connectionsbetween all 5 teat cups and their jetters.(Did you receive "teat cup not tight to jetter"message?) If "EndUnitHighLevel" ispositioned too high, this alarm could begenerated. If the problem remains call aserviceman.

5 203 Too lowtemp atfilling%T.0%.0fmin%T.0%.0f

Deviation Water temperature at filling chargevessel is too low.

Note this temperature check is only donewhen using hot water. Check boiler, checkset point setting in cleaner configuration.Check temperature sensor. If the problemremains call a serviceman.

5 203 Too lowtemp atfilling%T.0%.0fmin%T.0%.0f

Deviation Water temperature at filling chargevessel is too low.

Note this temperature check is only donewhen using hot water. Check boiler, checkset point setting in cleaner configuration.Check temperature sensor. If the problemremains call a serviceman.

5 204 Too lowtemp aftercirculation%T...%...fmin%T...%...f

Deviation The return water temperature ismeasured at end of circulationcleaning. If this temperature isbelow limit set in cleanerconfiguration the alarm will begenerated.

Check same at alarm 5:203. If theinstallation has long not insulated transportlines the temperature fall could be too big.Check for residual pre-rinse water (purgeproblem).

5 204 Too lowtemp aftercirculation%T...%...fmin%T...%...f

Deviation The return water temperature ismeasured at end of circulationcleaning. If this temperature isbelow limit set in cleanerconfiguration the alarm will begenerated.

Check same at alarm 5:203. If theinstallation has long not insulated transportlines the temperature fall could be too big.Check for residual pre-rinse water (purgeproblem).

5 205 Invalidcleaningconfig.

Stop alarm Cleaning procedure will not start. Call for service engineer.5 205 Invalidcleaningconfig.

Stop alarm Cleaning procedure will not start. Call for service engineer.

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Communication and data transmissionbetween the milking station andperipheral units (VMS I/O-man) - majorcode 6


6 1 AlcomIOboard resetnode ... bus...

Deviation One of the ALCOM I/O boards hasbeen reset.The system will repond byactivating all ALCOM I/O boards.

If problem occurs frequently, contactservice engineer.

6 1 AlcomIOboard resetnode ... bus...

Deviation One of the ALCOM I/O boards hasbeen reset.The system will repond byactivating all ALCOM I/O boards.


6 100 Shortcircuiton alcomionode ...

Stop alarm One of the ALCOM I/O boards hasan output that takes too muchcurrent, which could be a causedby a short-circuit. The board willautomatically protect itself bysetting all I/O to input until it hasbeen reset.

Restart the milking station.If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

6 100 Shortcircuiton alcomionode ...

Stop alarm One of the ALCOM I/O boards hasan output that takes too muchcurrent, which could be a causedby a short-circuit. The board willautomatically protect itself bysetting all I/O to input until it hasbeen reset.

Restart the milking station.If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

6 101 Alcom writeerror ... node... sub

Deviation An transmission error has occurredon the ALCOM bus.


6 101 Alcom writeerror ... node... sub

Deviation An transmission error has occurredon the ALCOM bus.


6 102 Alcommessageinvalid node...

Deviation The received ALCOM messagewas incorrect.


6 102 Alcommessageinvalid node...

Deviation The received ALCOM messagewas incorrect.


6 103 Bad formaton alcommessage

Deviation ALCOM message is in an invalidformat.


6 103 Bad formaton alcommessage

Deviation ALCOM message is in an invalidformat.


6 104 Vmsiointerupt (...)

Stop alarm The VMS I/O board has generatedan unexpected interrupt.


6 104 Vmsiointerupt (...)

Stop alarm The VMS I/O board has generatedan unexpected interrupt.


6 105 Invalidalcom busnumber ...

Stop alarm Software error. If problem occurs frequently, contactservice engineer.

6 105 Invalidalcom busnumber ...

Stop alarm Software error. If problem occurs frequently, contactservice engineer.

6 106 Lost tokenon alcomionode

Deviation Communication error on theALCOM bus.


6 106 Lost tokenon alcomionode

Deviation Communication error on theALCOM bus.


6 107 Vmslo boardgeneratedreset!!


Reset on VMS I/O board, eitherbecause someone pressed thereset button or because ofelectrical disturbances.Note: a single reset will generate aDeviation only.

Restart the milking station.If the problem occurs frequently, contactservice engineer.

6 107 Vmslo boardgeneratedreset!!


Reset on VMS I/O board, eitherbecause someone pressed thereset button or because ofelectrical disturbances.Note: a single reset will generate aDeviation only.

Restart the milking station.If the problem occurs frequently, contactservice engineer.

6 108 VmsIO pichas wrongversion !!

Stop alarm Microprocessor on VMS I/O boardhas wrong program version.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: Changemicroprocessor or reprogram it.

6 108 VmsIO pichas wrongversion !!

Stop alarm Microprocessor on VMS I/O boardhas wrong program version.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: Changemicroprocessor or reprogram it.

6 109 VmsIo boardwrongversion is ...!!

Stop alarm Wrong version of FPGA on VMSI/O board.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: This can onlyhappen if the VMS I/O board has beenchanged to the wrong type.Replace IC103 from the removed board andplace it on the installed board.

6 109 VmsIo boardwrongversion is ...!!

Stop alarm Wrong version of FPGA on VMSI/O board.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: This can onlyhappen if the VMS I/O board has beenchanged to the wrong type.Replace IC103 from the removed board andplace it on the installed board.

6 110 Unexpectedsensorstatus node... 0f sub ... 0f

Usernotification

Some sensors in the Milk samplerindicate a problem in moving therunner to the correct sampleposition.

Check the Milk sampler and make sure thatthe runner can move smoothly.

6 110 Unexpectedsensorstatus node... 0f sub ... 0f

Usernotification

Some sensors in the Milk samplerindicate a problem in moving therunner to the correct sampleposition.

Check the Milk sampler and make sure thatthe runner can move smoothly.

6 111 I/O blocked Usernotification

Some actuator has been blockedby some signal.

This is only for information.6 111 I/O blocked Usernotification

Some actuator has been blockedby some signal.

This is only for information.

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Data communication between milkingstation and PC - major code 9


9 1 AMD- CheckCow!

Deviation The last milking of the cow showedabnormal milk values for one orsome of the quarters.In technical terms, this means thatthe milk meter data for the cow isoutside the predefined range.The cow might be or become ill, forexample mastitis.Feed and water consumptionmight not be normal.

Check the health status of the cow. Keepher under observation for a few days. If sheis healthy and not becoming ill, "reset" herin the management software (CowMonitoring).

9 1 AMD- CheckCow!

Deviation The last milking of the cow showedabnormal milk values for one orsome of the quarters.In technical terms, this means thatthe milk meter data for the cow isoutside the predefined range.The cow might be or become ill, forexample mastitis.Feed and water consumptionmight not be normal.

Check the health status of the cow. Keepher under observation for a few days. If sheis healthy and not becoming ill, "reset" herin the management software (CowMonitoring).

9 2 MilkingStation isdisconnected

Stop alarm The PC lost contact with themilking station.

Restart the milking station. If the problempersists, contact service engineer.Service engineer only: check theconnections.

9 2 MilkingStation isdisconnected



9 3 Vms serverisdisconnected

Stop alarm The programs that manage thecommunication between the PCand milking station have stoppedrunning, or their execution areseverely impaired.The PC will try to restartautomatically when this occurs. Ifcommunication is establishedsuccessfully, the system willcontinue operating in automaticmode.

Restart the PC. If the problem remains,contact service engineer.

9 3 Vms serverisdisconnected

Stop alarm The programs that manage thecommunication between the PCand milking station have stoppedrunning, or their execution areseverely impaired.The PC will try to restartautomatically when this occurs. Ifcommunication is establishedsuccessfully, the system willcontinue operating in automaticmode.


9 4 Vms serveris stopped

Stop alarm See alarm "Vms server isdisconnected" above (major code9, minor code 3).


9 4 Vms serveris stopped

Stop alarm See alarm "Vms server isdisconnected" above (major code9, minor code 3).


9 6 Milkingstation hasbeen idle for... minutes

Usernotification

No significant operation has takenplace in the milking station for xminutes. The station has been inthe same state for x minutes.The number of minutes the milkingstation must be idle before thealarm is issued (x) can be set inthe management software.

Visit the barn and find the reason for theinactivity.

9 6 Milkingstation hasbeen idle for... minutes

Usernotification

No significant operation has takenplace in the milking station for xminutes. The station has been inthe same state for x minutes.The number of minutes the milkingstation must be idle before thealarm is issued (x) can be set inthe management software.

Visit the barn and find the reason for theinactivity.

9 7 MilkingStation isstopped



9 7 MilkingStation isstopped



9 8 MS andServe havedifferentversions, ...and ...

Stop alarm The actual version of the softwarerunning in the milking station andthe one specified in themanagement software (VMSConfig) differs.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:- Enter the actual version of the softwarerunning in the milking station.

9 8 MS andServe havedifferentversions, ...and ...

Stop alarm The actual version of the softwarerunning in the milking station andthe one specified in themanagement software (VMSConfig) differs.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:- Enter the actual version of the softwarerunning in the milking station.

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9 11 Milk isdivertedautomaticall-y, due toelevatedconductivity

Usernotification

DeLaval milk meter(s) MM25indicates increased conductivityvalues for the milk. The milk hasbeen diverted to drain/milk divertunit.The values exceed the level set inthe management software.Conductivity is measured inmicrosiemens per centimetre. Thedestination of the milk is also set inthe management software.

Check health status of animal.9 11 Milk isdivertedautomaticall-y, due toelevatedconductivity

Usernotification

DeLaval milk meter(s) MM25indicates increased conductivityvalues for the milk. The milk hasbeen diverted to drain/milk divertunit.The values exceed the level set inthe management software.Conductivity is measured inmicrosiemens per centimetre. Thedestination of the milk is also set inthe management software.

Check health status of animal.

9 12 Milk isdivertedautomaticall-y, due toblood level

Usernotification

DeLaval milk meter(s) MM25indicates blood in the milk. Themilk has been diverted todrain/milk divert unit.The concentration exceeds thelevel set in the managementsoftware. Concentration of blood ismeasured in ppm, parts permillion. The destination of the milkis also set in the managementsoftware.

Check health status of animal.9 12 Milk isdivertedautomaticall-y, due toblood level

Usernotification

DeLaval milk meter(s) MM25indicates blood in the milk. Themilk has been diverted todrain/milk divert unit.The concentration exceeds thelevel set in the managementsoftware. Concentration of blood ismeasured in ppm, parts permillion. The destination of the milkis also set in the managementsoftware.


9 14 Can notsend outalarms.Checkcommunicati-onequipment!

Usernotification

Alarms cannot be transmitted viathe modem.

Check the modem, cable and telephoneline. Restart the PC.

9 14 Can notsend outalarms.Checkcommunicati-onequipment!

Usernotification

Alarms cannot be transmitted viathe modem.

Check the modem, cable and telephoneline. Restart the PC.

9 15 Blood levelin milk isover ... ppm!

Usernotification

DeLaval milk meter(s) MM25indicates blood in the milk fromone or several quarters. The milkmay or may not have beendiverted. The action depends onthe concentration level set in themanagement software. Concentration of blood ismeasured in ppm, parts permillion.

Check health status of animal.9 15 Blood levelin milk isover ... ppm!

Usernotification

DeLaval milk meter(s) MM25indicates blood in the milk fromone or several quarters. The milkmay or may not have beendiverted. The action depends onthe concentration level set in themanagement software. Concentration of blood ismeasured in ppm, parts permillion.


9 16 Can notconnect tomilkingstation

Stop alarm The PC cannot establishcommunication with the milkingstation.

Check that the milking station has beenstarted. Check the ethernet cable and itsconnection points.

9 16 Can notconnect tomilkingstation

Stop alarm The PC cannot establishcommunication with the milkingstation.

Check that the milking station has beenstarted. Check the ethernet cable and itsconnection points.

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Milk refrigeration - major code 12


12 0 CoolingrecoveredOK

Cooling system is working correctly None required12 0 CoolingrecoveredOK

Cooling system is working correctly None required

12 1 ICS Lowcleaningwatertemperature

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Possible causes:a. The temperature of the waterfrom the hot-water supply is toolow.b. The amount of hot water in thewater mixture is insufficient.c. Parameter P30 is set to anunrealistic value (standard 40 °C).d. The sieves in the water supplybelow the Pre-box are clogged.

Find the causes of the alarm and correctthe error.

12 1 ICS Lowcleaningwatertemperature

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Possible causes:a. The temperature of the waterfrom the hot-water supply is toolow.b. The amount of hot water in thewater mixture is insufficient.c. Parameter P30 is set to anunrealistic value (standard 40 °C).d. The sieves in the water supplybelow the Pre-box are clogged.

Find the causes of the alarm and correctthe error.

12 2 ICSDetergenttank is empty

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Possible causes:a. One of the detergent containtersare empty.b. Detergent is not able to flow intothe system.

a) Replace the container. If the problempersists, contact service engineer.b) Service engineer only: check thecleaning-agent circuit.

12 2 ICSDetergenttank is empty

Usernotification



12 3 ICS Drainfail. Can notempty thebuffer tank

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Possible causes:a. Pump does not run.b. Drain or milk valve does notopen.c. Level controller is broken.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:a) Check the output-board signal. Checkthe wiring to the contactor and the pump.Check the overload protector. Check theoutput-board fuse.b) Check if air pressure is available.Check signals to pilot valves.Check pilot valves. (Use P90 or the manualservice key to check individual valves)c) Check for water or milk in the receivertank.If yes, proceed with a or b.If no, check level control board. (use P91 -1 low level, P91 – 2 high level).

12 3 ICS Drainfail. Can notempty thebuffer tank

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Possible causes:a. Pump does not run.b. Drain or milk valve does notopen.c. Level controller is broken.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:a) Check the output-board signal. Checkthe wiring to the contactor and the pump.Check the overload protector. Check theoutput-board fuse.b) Check if air pressure is available.Check signals to pilot valves.Check pilot valves. (Use P90 or the manualservice key to check individual valves)c) Check for water or milk in the receivertank.If yes, proceed with a or b.If no, check level control board. (use P91 -1 low level, P91 – 2 high level).

12 4 ICS Nowater supplyduringcleaning

Stop alarm Tank alarm. Possible causes:a. Water valve broken.b. Water tap closed.c. Water system frozen.

a) Check the water valves (use P90).b) Check the tap.c) Defrost the system.

12 4 ICS Nowater supplyduringcleaning

Stop alarm Tank alarm. Possible causes:a. Water valve broken.b. Water tap closed.c. Water system frozen.

a) Check the water valves (use P90).b) Check the tap.c) Defrost the system.

12 5 ICSChecksumerror inparametermemory

Usernotification

Tank alarm.A power failure has corrupted theparameter memory.

Use P83 –1 to reset the complete system.Parameters with other settings than thedefault values must be set again. Ifnecessary, contact service engineer.

12 5 ICSChecksumerror inparametermemory

Usernotification



12 6 ICSChecksumerror inprogrammemory

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Error in the EPROM.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: change the EPROM.

12 6 ICSChecksumerror inprogrammemory

Usernotification



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12 7 ICS Tank isfilled upcompletelyalarm levelreached

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The receiver tank is completelyfilled up with milk or water.Depending on the mode of thetank system, there are twopossible causes for the alarm.The tank system is in collectingmode and the time betweenemptying and cleaning of thestorage tank has been too long.The receiver tank can not storemore milk.The tank system is in coolingmode and, for some reason, themilk cannot be pumped from thereceiver tank to the storage tank.

- Stop the automatic milking system untilthe storage tank can collect milk again.(If AL7 can be removed the system is freeto function again)- Check the power supply.If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.Service engineer only:- Check output board signal. Check wiringto contactor and pump. Check overloadprotector. Check the output board fuse.- Check if air pressure is available. Checksignals to pilot valves. Check pilot valves.(Use P90 or the manual service key tocheck individual valves.)- Check level control (Use P91 – 1 lowlevel, P91 2 high level)Cleaning mode: unpredictable. Checkcleaning.

12 7 ICS Tank isfilled upcompletelyalarm levelreached

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The receiver tank is completelyfilled up with milk or water.Depending on the mode of thetank system, there are twopossible causes for the alarm.The tank system is in collectingmode and the time betweenemptying and cleaning of thestorage tank has been too long.The receiver tank can not storemore milk.The tank system is in coolingmode and, for some reason, themilk cannot be pumped from thereceiver tank to the storage tank.

- Stop the automatic milking system untilthe storage tank can collect milk again.(If AL7 can be removed the system is freeto function again)- Check the power supply.If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.Service engineer only:- Check output board signal. Check wiringto contactor and pump. Check overloadprotector. Check the output board fuse.- Check if air pressure is available. Checksignals to pilot valves. Check pilot valves.(Use P90 or the manual service key tocheck individual valves.)- Check level control (Use P91 – 1 lowlevel, P91 2 high level)Cleaning mode: unpredictable. Checkcleaning.

12 8 ICS Toolong time nocleaning

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The start cleaning signal is nottransmitted by the milking stationor is not received by the HygeniusR125

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:Check if the milking station transmits thestart cleaning signal.Check if the signal is received by theHygenius R125 with use of P91 – 8.

12 8 ICS Toolong time nocleaning

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The start cleaning signal is nottransmitted by the milking stationor is not received by the HygeniusR125

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:Check if the milking station transmits thestart cleaning signal.Check if the signal is received by theHygenius R125 with use of P91 – 8.

12 9 ICS Valve inwrongposition

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The signal from one of theproximity switches fails.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:- Check the position of the milk valve.If closed P91 – 4 must be 1.- Check the position of the drain valve.If closed P91 – 5 must be 1.- Check the position of the pick-up valve.If closed P91 – 6 must be 1.If one of above fails replace the proximityswitch. If not, check the pilot valves andpressurised air supply.A valve must be in the wrong position forthe desired operation.

12 9 ICS Valve inwrongposition

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The signal from one of theproximity switches fails.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:- Check the position of the milk valve.If closed P91 – 4 must be 1.- Check the position of the drain valve.If closed P91 – 5 must be 1.- Check the position of the pick-up valve.If closed P91 – 6 must be 1.If one of above fails replace the proximityswitch. If not, check the pilot valves andpressurised air supply.A valve must be in the wrong position forthe desired operation.

12 10 ICS CPUWatch-dogreset

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The microprocessor has beenrestarted by the internal protector.If this has happened only once, itmight have been caused byintermittent power supply.

If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.Service engineer only:Replace the CPU-board.

12 10 ICS CPUWatch-dogreset

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The microprocessor has beenrestarted by the internal protector.If this has happened only once, itmight have been caused byintermittent power supply.

If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.Service engineer only:Replace the CPU-board.

12 11 ICS Milktemperaturetoo high

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Milk temperature stays over valueof P1.

Check that the waterchillers works properly.Check that the restriction valve is closed.

12 11 ICS Milktemperaturetoo high

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Milk temperature stays over valueof P1.

Check that the waterchillers works properly.Check that the restriction valve is closed.

12 12 ICS Milk toolong inbuffer tank

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The milk has been stored too longtime in the receiver tank.The interval can be set in P8(default 180 min).

Check the tank system for failures. If theproblem persists, contact service engineer.

12 12 ICS Milk toolong inbuffer tank

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The milk has been stored too longtime in the receiver tank.The interval can be set in P8(default 180 min).

Check the tank system for failures. If theproblem persists, contact service engineer.

12 13 ICS Hasbeen powerfailure

Usernotification

Tank alarm. Possible causes:a. A power failure longer than 2hours while milk was being storedin the receiver tank.b. A power failure longer than 10minutes while the cleaning wasrunning. (The cleaning have beenstopped.)

a) Check the total time the system hasbeen out of order. If too long time haselapsed, pump the milk to drain andperform a cleaning manually.b) Restart the cleaning manually.

12 13 ICS Hasbeen powerfailure

Usernotification

Tank alarm. Possible causes:a. A power failure longer than 2hours while milk was being storedin the receiver tank.b. A power failure longer than 10minutes while the cleaning wasrunning. (The cleaning have beenstopped.)

a) Check the total time the system hasbeen out of order. If too long time haselapsed, pump the milk to drain andperform a cleaning manually.b) Restart the cleaning manually.

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12 14 ICS Too lowmilktemperature

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Chilled water is too cold, theplatecooler could freeze.

Check the temperature of the chilled water.Check the thermostat.

12 14 ICS Too lowmilktemperature

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Chilled water is too cold, theplatecooler could freeze.

Check the temperature of the chilled water.Check the thermostat.

12 15 ICS Tankalarm at noHygeniustank

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Failure at storage tank.

See the manual for the storage tankon whatactions to take.

12 15 ICS Tankalarm at noHygeniustank

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Failure at storage tank.

See the manual for the storage tankon whatactions to take.

12 16 ICSTemperaturesensorbroken

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The resistance of the temperaturesensor is out of the normal range.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:Check for wrong connection.If the connection is correct, replace sensor.

12 16 ICSTemperaturesensorbroken

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The resistance of the temperaturesensor is out of the normal range.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:Check for wrong connection.If the connection is correct, replace sensor.

12 21 FCC Lowcleaningwatertemperature

Usernotification

Tank alarm.End temperature of the cleaningwater is below the temperatureset in P30. Possible causes:a. The temperature of the waterfrom the hot-water supply is toolow.b. The amount of hot water in thewater mixture is insufficient.c. Parameter P30 is set to anunrealistic value (standard 40°C).d. The sieves in the water supplybelow the Pre-box are clogged.

Find the cause of the alarm and correct theerror.

12 21 FCC Lowcleaningwatertemperature

Usernotification

Tank alarm.End temperature of the cleaningwater is below the temperatureset in P30. Possible causes:a. The temperature of the waterfrom the hot-water supply is toolow.b. The amount of hot water in thewater mixture is insufficient.c. Parameter P30 is set to anunrealistic value (standard 40°C).d. The sieves in the water supplybelow the Pre-box are clogged.

Find the cause of the alarm and correct theerror.

12 22 FCCDetergenttank is empty

Usernotification



12 22 FCCDetergenttank is empty

Usernotification



12 23 FCCOverheat

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Water temperature exceeds 80°C.a. Relevant parameters may haveincorrect values.b. Contactor may not be workingproperly.

a. Check the parameters P29 and P81.b. Check the contactor.

12 23 FCCOverheat

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Water temperature exceeds 80°C.a. Relevant parameters may haveincorrect values.b. Contactor may not be workingproperly.

a. Check the parameters P29 and P81.b. Check the contactor.

12 24 FCC Timeout waterfilling

Stop alarm Possible causes:a. Water valve broken.b. Water tap closed.c. Water system frozen.

a) Check the water valves (use P90).b) Check tap.c) Defrost the system.

12 24 FCC Timeout waterfilling

Stop alarm Possible causes:a. Water valve broken.b. Water tap closed.c. Water system frozen.

a) Check the water valves (use P90).b) Check tap.c) Defrost the system.

12 25 FCCChecksumerror inparametermemory

Usernotification



12 25 FCCChecksumerror inparametermemory

Usernotification



12 26 FCCChecksumerror inprogrammemory

Usernotification



12 26 FCCChecksumerror inprogrammemory

Usernotification



12 27 FCC Tank isnot emptyafter cleaning

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The tank has not been emptiedafter the cleaning.

Drain the tank manually.12 27 FCC Tank isnot emptyafter cleaning

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The tank has not been emptiedafter the cleaning.

Drain the tank manually.

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12 28 FCCPossiblemixing ofdetergents

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The alarm is issued when anattempt is made (manually orautomatically) to dose detergentwhen dosing is already done withanother type of detergent.

- Stop the cleaning.- Rinse the system manually.- Drain the water out of the system.- Restart the cleaning.

12 28 FCCPossiblemixing ofdetergents

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The alarm is issued when anattempt is made (manually orautomatically) to dose detergentwhen dosing is already done withanother type of detergent.

- Stop the cleaning.- Rinse the system manually.- Drain the water out of the system.- Restart the cleaning.

12 29 FCC Powerfailureduringcleaning

Stop alarm Tank alarm.Power failure for more than 30seconds during cleaning.

- Remove the remaining water from thetank manually.- Restart the cleaning.

12 29 FCC Powerfailureduringcleaning

Stop alarm Tank alarm.Power failure for more than 30seconds during cleaning.

- Remove the remaining water from thetank manually.- Restart the cleaning.

12 30 FCC Outletvalve closedduringcleaning

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The pick-up valve is in the wrongposition.

- Check the pick-up valve.- Check the electrical connection.- Check the compressed-air supply.

12 30 FCC Outletvalve closedduringcleaning

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The pick-up valve is in the wrongposition.

- Check the pick-up valve.- Check the electrical connection.- Check the compressed-air supply.

12 31 FCC CPUWatch-dogreset

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The microprocessor has beenrestarted by the internal protector.If this has happened only once, itmight have been caused byintermittent power supply.It has been restarted automatically.

Check if the adjusted values of theparameters are still correct (that they havenot been reverted to the default values).

12 31 FCC CPUWatch-dogreset

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The microprocessor has beenrestarted by the internal protector.If this has happened only once, itmight have been caused byintermittent power supply.It has been restarted automatically.

Check if the adjusted values of theparameters are still correct (that they havenot been reverted to the default values).

12 32 FCCTimeoutduringcleaning,pump notrunning

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The buffer tank have not beenemptied. The pump has not beenrunning.

- Check Level detection, P91-1 and P91-2.- Check the fuse for the pump motor.

12 32 FCCTimeoutduringcleaning,pump notrunning

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The buffer tank have not beenemptied. The pump has not beenrunning.

- Check Level detection, P91-1 and P91-2.- Check the fuse for the pump motor.

12 33 FCC Milktemperaturetoo low

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The temperature of the milk hasdropped below 1.5ºC.

- Switch off the main switch.- Check the solenoid valve in therefrigeration circuit.- Check the adjustment thermostat.- Check the connection of the sensor.

12 33 FCC Milktemperaturetoo low

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The temperature of the milk hasdropped below 1.5ºC.

- Switch off the main switch.- Check the solenoid valve in therefrigeration circuit.- Check the adjustment thermostat.- Check the connection of the sensor.

12 34 FCC Toolong coolingtime

Usernotificaiton

Tank alarm.The cooling interval is longer thanthe adjusted value (parametervalue).

- Check the cooling system.- Check P12.

12 34 FCC Toolong coolingtime

Usernotificaiton

Tank alarm.The cooling interval is longer thanthe adjusted value (parametervalue).

- Check the cooling system.- Check P12.

12 35 FCC Powerfailureduringcooling

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Power failure for more than 3hours. Temperature of milk instorage tank has been higher than10ºC during this time.

- Check the milk quality.- Decide to drain or to cool the milk.

12 35 FCC Powerfailureduringcooling

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Power failure for more than 3hours. Temperature of milk instorage tank has been higher than10ºC during this time.

- Check the milk quality.- Decide to drain or to cool the milk.

12 36 FCCTemperaturesensorbroken

Usernotification

The signal from themilk-temperature is out of range.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:- Check for wrong connection.- If the connection is correct, replace sensor.

12 36 FCCTemperaturesensorbroken

Usernotification

The signal from themilk-temperature is out of range.

Contact service engineer.Service engineer only:- Check for wrong connection.- If the connection is correct, replace sensor.

12 37 FCC Coolingnot startedwithin time

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The cooling has been switched offlonger than the time set in P2(default 210 min).

Check the cooling equipment and thesetting in P2.

12 37 FCC Coolingnot startedwithin time

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The cooling has been switched offlonger than the time set in P2(default 210 min).

Check the cooling equipment and thesetting in P2.

12 38 FCCAgitator notrunningwhenexpected

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The agitator shaft is not rotating,Note: the alarm is sent if a agitatorsensor is installed, P53.

Check the agitator system, fuse, motor,shaft a sensor.

12 38 FCCAgitator notrunningwhenexpected

Usernotification

Tank alarm.The agitator shaft is not rotating,Note: the alarm is sent if a agitatorsensor is installed, P53.

Check the agitator system, fuse, motor,shaft a sensor.

12 39 FCC Toolong time nohot cleaning

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Intervals between cleaningsexceeds 10 hours. P67

Check the milk quality and decide if the milkmust be discarded or if it can be collected.

12 39 FCC Toolong time nohot cleaning

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Intervals between cleaningsexceeds 10 hours. P67


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12 40 FCC Pickupalarm. Milksuspect.Milk must becheckedbefore pickup

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Too high temperature for too longtime, or a power failure.Temp/time 10/10: P17Temp/time 16/6: P18Temp/time 28/5: P19Power failure for 5 hours.


12 40 FCC Pickupalarm. Milksuspect.Milk must becheckedbefore pickup

Usernotification

Tank alarm.Too high temperature for too longtime, or a power failure.Temp/time 10/10: P17Temp/time 16/6: P18Temp/time 28/5: P19Power failure for 5 hours.


12 70 There is aseverealarm on themilk tank

Stop alarm Any possible tank error that carrysome significance.Note: alarm is not issued forDeLaval tanks and buffer tanksystems.Technical explanation: the alarm isissued if terminal B4 is inactivewhile terminal B5 is active, both onboard A70 inside the milk roomcontroller box.

- Check the tank for possible causes.- If no alarm is displayed on the tank, checkthe bus connection between the tank andthe milk room controller.If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

12 70 There is aseverealarm on themilk tank

Stop alarm Any possible tank error that carrysome significance.Note: alarm is not issued forDeLaval tanks and buffer tanksystems.Technical explanation: the alarm isissued if terminal B4 is inactivewhile terminal B5 is active, both onboard A70 inside the milk roomcontroller box.

- Check the tank for possible causes.- If no alarm is displayed on the tank, checkthe bus connection between the tank andthe milk room controller.If the problem persists, contact serviceengineer.

Service engineer only:- If the problem cannot be solved,disconnect terminal B5. This makes thetank unable to send alarms.- Another possibility is to use the “Overridetank alarm” option in the managementsoftware.

Service engineer only:- If the problem cannot be solved,disconnect terminal B5. This makes thetank unable to send alarms.- Another possibility is to use the “Overridetank alarm” option in the managementsoftware.

12 71 There is analarm on themilk tank

Stop alarm Any possible tank error that carrysome significance.Note: alarm is not issued forDeLaval tanks.Technical explanation: the alarm isissued if terminals B4 and B5 areactive, both on board A70 insidethe milk room controller box.

See alarm major code 12, minor code 70above.

12 71 There is analarm on themilk tank

Stop alarm Any possible tank error that carrysome significance.Note: alarm is not issued forDeLaval tanks.Technical explanation: the alarm isissued if terminals B4 and B5 areactive, both on board A70 insidethe milk room controller box.

See alarm major code 12, minor code 70above.

12 72 There is anelectricalfault in themilkroomcontroller

Stop alarm Short circuit on board A70 insidethe milk room controller. Possiblecause is incorrect cabling.

Service engineer only:- Check the cabling of the system. One ofthe LEDs on the board should be flashingfast. Check the component connected tothis output.- Restart the board via Telnet(“resetalcomnode E70”).- If the problem cannot be solved,disconnect the power supply to the board(P2) and use the “Override tank alarm”option in the management software.

12 72 There is anelectricalfault in themilkroomcontroller

Stop alarm Short circuit on board A70 insidethe milk room controller. Possiblecause is incorrect cabling.

Service engineer only:- Check the cabling of the system. One ofthe LEDs on the board should be flashingfast. Check the component connected tothis output.- Restart the board via Telnet(“resetalcomnode E70”).- If the problem cannot be solved,disconnect the power supply to the board(P2) and use the “Override tank alarm”option in the management software.

12 73 The outletvalve isstuck inopen position

Stop alarm Possible cause may be an errorrelated to the pilot valve inside themilk room controller box. If theerror occurs, the most likelyoccasion is directly after tankcleaning.Note that if the outlet valve(pick-up valve) is open duringmilking, the milk will be dischargedonto the floor.Technical explanation: the sensorfor the pick-up valve is connectedto terminal B6 on board A70 insidethe milk room controller box. Thesensor should give a signal whenthe pick-up valve is closed. In thiscase, the signal did not arrive (B6inactive).

- Check the pick-up valve and its sensor.

Service engineer only:- If the problem cannot be solved, connecta jumper on terminal B6 on board A70, oruse the “Override tank alarm” option in themanagement software.

12 73 The outletvalve isstuck inopen position

Stop alarm Possible cause may be an errorrelated to the pilot valve inside themilk room controller box. If theerror occurs, the most likelyoccasion is directly after tankcleaning.Note that if the outlet valve(pick-up valve) is open duringmilking, the milk will be dischargedonto the floor.Technical explanation: the sensorfor the pick-up valve is connectedto terminal B6 on board A70 insidethe milk room controller box. Thesensor should give a signal whenthe pick-up valve is closed. In thiscase, the signal did not arrive (B6inactive).

- Check the pick-up valve and its sensor.


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12 74 Powersupplyproblem inthe milkroom

Stop alarm The milk room controller failed torecognise that the tank was inmilking mode, able to receive milk,during power-up of the VMSsystem.Technical explanation: terminal B4on board A70 inside the milk roomcontroller is inactive duringpower-up of the VMS system. B4must receive the “tank can acceptmilk” signal ( LED lit) before themilking station is allowed to delivermilk to the tank.

- Take the steps and measures necessaryto make the tank ready to accept milkdelivery.If it is necessary to override the alarm, usethe “Override tank alarm” option inVMSMgmt.

12 74 Powersupplyproblem inthe milkroom

Stop alarm The milk room controller failed torecognise that the tank was inmilking mode, able to receive milk,during power-up of the VMSsystem.Technical explanation: terminal B4on board A70 inside the milk roomcontroller is inactive duringpower-up of the VMS system. B4must receive the “tank can acceptmilk” signal ( LED lit) before themilking station is allowed to delivermilk to the tank.

- Take the steps and measures necessaryto make the tank ready to accept milkdelivery.If it is necessary to override the alarm, usethe “Override tank alarm” option inVMSMgmt.

12 77 Outletvalveon buffer isnot closed

Stop alarm Possible cause may be an errorrelated to the pilot valve inside themilk room controller box. If theerror occurs, the most likelyoccasion is directly after tankcleaning.Note that if the outlet valve is openduring milking, the milk will bedischarged onto the floor.Technical explanation: the sensorfor the buffer-tank outlet valve isconnected to terminal B4 on boardA70 inside the milk room controllerbox. The sensor should give asignal when the pick-up valve isclosed. In this case, the signal didnot arrive (B4 inactive).

- Check the outlet valve and its sensor onthe buffer tank.


12 77 Outletvalveon buffer isnot closed

Stop alarm Possible cause may be an errorrelated to the pilot valve inside themilk room controller box. If theerror occurs, the most likelyoccasion is directly after tankcleaning.Note that if the outlet valve is openduring milking, the milk will bedischarged onto the floor.Technical explanation: the sensorfor the buffer-tank outlet valve isconnected to terminal B4 on boardA70 inside the milk room controllerbox. The sensor should give asignal when the pick-up valve isclosed. In this case, the signal didnot arrive (B4 inactive).

- Check the outlet valve and its sensor onthe buffer tank.


12 78 There is analarm frombuffer tank

Usernotification

Any possible tank error that carrysome significance.

- Check the tank system for possiblecauses.- If no alarm is displayed on the tanksystem, check the bus connection betweenthe system and the milk room controller.- If no alarm is displayed on the tanksystem, check the bus connection betweenthe system and the milk room controller.

12 78 There is analarm frombuffer tank

Usernotification

Any possible tank error that carrysome significance.

- Check the tank system for possiblecauses.- If no alarm is displayed on the tanksystem, check the bus connection betweenthe system and the milk room controller.- If no alarm is displayed on the tanksystem, check the bus connection betweenthe system and the milk room controller.

Service engineer only:- If the problem cannot be solved,disconnect terminal B5 on board A70 insidethe milk room controller box. This makesthe tank unable to send alarms.- Another possibility is to use the “Overridetank alarm” option in the managementsoftware.

Service engineer only:- If the problem cannot be solved,disconnect terminal B5 on board A70 insidethe milk room controller box. This makesthe tank unable to send alarms.- Another possibility is to use the “Overridetank alarm” option in the managementsoftware.

12 79 Buffer tankoverflowwarning

Usernotification

Overflow limit of buffer tank hasbeen reached.Overflow limit is by default set to1500 litres.

- Pump the contents of the buffer tank intothe main storage tank.

12 79 Buffer tankoverflowwarning

Usernotification

Overflow limit of buffer tank hasbeen reached.Overflow limit is by default set to1500 litres.


12 80 Buffer tankis full

Stop alarm Maximum capacity of buffer tankhas been reached.Maximum capacity is by defaultset to 2000 litres.


12 80 Buffer tankis full

Stop alarm Maximum capacity of buffer tankhas been reached.Maximum capacity is by defaultset to 2000 litres.


12 81 Receive Allnotification

12 81 Receive Allnotification

12 82 Receive Allalarm

12 82 Receive Allalarm

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12 83 Warning thetanker isalmost full

12 83 Warning thetanker isalmost full

12 84 Error thetanker is full

12 84 Error thetanker is full

12 255 Communicat-ion lost withtank

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The ALCOM communication withthe tank does not work. The tankcontroller cannot adjust the coolingbased on the milk volumedelivered to the tank. The tank cannot send alarms to the milkingstation.

Check that the tank equipment has power.To continue milking without communicationwith the tank, use the "Override alarm" inthe management software.Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: restore the ALCOMcommunication.

12 255 Communicat-ion lost withtank

Stop alarm Tank alarm.The ALCOM communication withthe tank does not work. The tankcontroller cannot adjust the coolingbased on the milk volumedelivered to the tank. The tank cannot send alarms to the milkingstation.

Check that the tank equipment has power.To continue milking without communicationwith the tank, use the "Override alarm" inthe management software.Contact service engineer.Service engineer only: restore the ALCOMcommunication.

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Vacuum pump - major code 13


13 125 VP out of oil Stop alarm Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - Oil Level Alarm.The oil level sensor in thelubricator has indicated little or nooil for 24 consecutive hours. Thevariable speed drive is stopped.

Refill the lubricator with oil. Reset the oillevel alarm.

13 125 VP out of oil Stop alarm Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - Oil Level Alarm.The oil level sensor in thelubricator has indicated little or nooil for 24 consecutive hours. Thevariable speed drive is stopped.

Refill the lubricator with oil. Reset the oillevel alarm.

13 205 VP vacuumover thesetpoint

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - High Vacuum.The vacuum has been above thedesired vacuum (Setpoint Manualor Setpoint Milk ) more thanallowed (Over Vacuum Max ) formore than 40 seconds.

Check that the vacuum regulator operatesproperly.

13 205 VP vacuumover thesetpoint

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - High Vacuum.The vacuum has been above thedesired vacuum (Setpoint Manualor Setpoint Milk ) more thanallowed (Over Vacuum Max ) formore than 40 seconds.

Check that the vacuum regulator operatesproperly.

13 210 VP MVR orsystemleakage fault

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - Low reserve.The variable speed drive has beenoperated above 95% of themaximum speed regulation rangefor more than the accepted time(Low Reserve Max ). The fault iscleared automatically when thevariable speed drive has operatedat 95% or below for more than apreset time (OK Reserve Min ).

Check for leakages. Check that the vacuumregulator is adjusted properly.

13 210 VP MVR orsystemleakage fault

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - Low reserve.The variable speed drive has beenoperated above 95% of themaximum speed regulation rangefor more than the accepted time(Low Reserve Max ). The fault iscleared automatically when thevariable speed drive has operatedat 95% or below for more than apreset time (OK Reserve Min ).

Check for leakages. Check that the vacuumregulator is adjusted properly.

13 240 VP novacuum onhigh speed

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - No Vacuum.The vacuum pump runs at nearmaximum or maximum speed, butcan nevertheless not provide morethan a fraction of the desiredvacuum. Probably a major leakage.

Check valves and the vacuum piping.13 240 VP novacuum onhigh speed

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - No Vacuum.The vacuum pump runs at nearmaximum or maximum speed, butcan nevertheless not provide morethan a fraction of the desiredvacuum. Probably a major leakage.

Check valves and the vacuum piping.

13 245 VP low oillevel

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - Oil Level Warning.The oil level sensor in thelubricator indicates that little or nooil remains. The warning will becleared once the oil level is abovethe minimum.

Refill the lubricator with oil.13 245 VP low oillevel

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - Oil Level Warning.The oil level sensor in thelubricator indicates that little or nooil remains. The warning will becleared once the oil level is abovethe minimum.

Refill the lubricator with oil.

13 250 VP time formajor service

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - MajorServ. Warning.A major service of the vacuumpump DVP is due. Required every8000 hours.

Contact a DeLaval service engineer toschedule a service visit.

13 250 VP time formajor service

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - MajorServ. Warning.A major service of the vacuumpump DVP is due. Required every8000 hours.

Contact a DeLaval service engineer toschedule a service visit.

13 251 VP time forminor service

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - MinorServ. Warning.A minor service of the vacuumpump DVP is due. Required every1000 hours.

See the DVP manual for instructions.13 251 VP time forminor service

Usernotification

Alarm issued by DeLaval vacuumpump DVP - MinorServ. Warning.A minor service of the vacuumpump DVP is due. Required every1000 hours.

See the DVP manual for instructions.

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