OL0007 - Motion detector IFM - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Photoelectric barrier (motion detector)
Brand	IFM
Model	OL0007
Category	Motion detector
Main function	Contactless detection of objects and materials
Range	Varies by model (see label)
Power supply	24 V DC/AC (typical, depending on connection)
Connection	Removable screw terminal block, cable gland
LED indications	Green: device operational; Yellow: output switched; Red: error
Sensitivity adjustment	By push button, with or without object, for static or moving objects
Output programming	NC/NO switching by long press (10 s)
Mounting	On mounting bracket, receiver and emitter oriented
Housing material	Not specified (plastic likely)
Protection rating	Not specified
Dimensions	Not specified
Weight	Not specified
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean lenses with a soft cloth, without solvents or abrasive products
Safety	Disconnect power before connection; use a miniature fuse if specified
Spare parts and repairability	Not specified

Frequently Asked Questions - OL0007 IFM

How to install the IFM OL0007 motion detector?

Mount the receiver (OLE-...) with the mounting bracket, then orient the emitter (OLS-...) towards the receiver. Secure it in the same way. Precise alignment is necessary for optimal range.

How to adjust sensitivity for static objects?

1. Press the button for 2 s until the red LED flashes: the red LED turns off, the yellow and green LEDs flash alternately. 2. With the object in the detection zone, press once. 3. Without object, press once. The LEDs turn off then the green LED lights up: adjustment is complete.

How to adjust sensitivity for moving objects?

1. Activate programming mode (press for 2 s). 2. Let at least two objects pass through the detection zone for about 1 s. 3. Press once. The LEDs flash then the green LED lights up. If adjustment fails, the red LED flashes for 2 s.

How to change the output function (NC/NO)?

Press the button for about 10 s until all LEDs turn off. The red LED flashes rapidly after 2 s, then the yellow and green LEDs flash alternately. After 8 s, the LEDs turn off and the output toggles (NC ↔ NO).

What do the different LEDs mean?

Green LED on: device operational. Yellow LED on: output switched. Red LED on: error (incorrect adjustment, dirty lenses). Yellow + red flashing alternately at 2 Hz: short circuit; at 1 Hz: internal error.

How to clean the detector?

Clean the lenses with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents or products that could damage the plastic lenses.

What safety precautions should be followed?

Before any electrical connection, disconnect the power. If specified, insert a miniature fuse as per the data sheet. After a short circuit, check the proper operation of the device.

Can the detector detect transparent objects?

Yes, but a specific sensitivity adjustment may be necessary. Follow the adjustment procedure for static objects with the transparent object in the detection zone.

How to reset the settings?

The detector is delivered in 'plug and play' mode with maximum range. To reset, you can follow the maximum sensitivity programming procedure: interrupt the beam and press the button twice in programming mode.

What is the typical range of the IFM OL0007?

The range depends on the exact model and is indicated on the device label. Check the label for the specific value.

USER MANUAL OL0007 IFM

Through-beam sensor OL

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with bolted base and mounting bracket (no text or symbols)

Function and features

The through-beam sensor detects objects and materials without contact and indicates their presence by a switched signal.

Range (r): see type label.

Electrical connection

Isolate power, then connect unit (see page 17 or type label). The units with cable gland have a removable terminal block with screw terminals (screws are at the base of the terminal block).

After connection of the wires the terminal block must be reinserted. Note: insert a miniature fuse according to the technical data sheet, if specified. Recommendation: check the unit for reliable function after a short circuit.

Installation

Fix the receiver (type OLE-...) in position.

Align the transmitter (type OLS-...) towards the receiver and tighten in the same way.

Maximum range is only possible with precise alignment.

NB: Commissioning

The through-beam sensor is supplied ready to operate (plug and play) set at the max. sensing range. This is sufficient if the through-beam sensor can operate with maximum excess gain (highest contrast). The following setting procedures should only be necessary in less straightforward applications, for example if partly transparent objects must be detected.

Setting of the sensitivity with stationary objects

1	Activate the programming mode of the unit.Press for about 2s until the red LED flashes.
	The red LED goes out; the yellow and green LEDs flash alternately.The unit is in the programming mode.

2	Set the sensitivitywithobject.Press once.
	The yellow and green LEDs go out for approx. 1s,then flash again alternately.
3	Set the sensitivitywithoutobject.Press once.
	The yellow and green LEDs go out for approx. 1s,after approx 3s the green LED is on.The unit is in the operating mode.

You can also proceed in reverse order: first setting without the object, then with the object.

If the setting of the sensitivity is not possible (e.g. object signal and background signal are about the same), the red LED flashes after step 3 for approx. 2s. The unit then passes into the operating mode with the sensitivity being unchanged.

If the setting button is not activated for 15 minutes during the programming process, the unit passes automatically into the operating mode with the sensitivity being unchanged.

Setting of the sensitivity with moving objects

1	Activate the programming mode of the unit.Press for about 2s until the red LED flashes.
	The red LED goes out; the yellow and green LEDs flash alternately.The unit is in the programming mode.
2	During the measurement (about 1s) allow at least two objects to move through the detection area.
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	The yellow and green LEDs go out for approx. 1s, then flash again alternately.

3	During the measurement (about 1s) allow at least two objects to move through the detection area.Pr
	The yellow and green LEDs go out for approx. 1s, after approx. 3s the green LED is on.The unit is in the operating mode.

If the setting of the sensitivity is not possible (e.g. object signal and background signal are about the same), the red LED flashes after step 3 for approx. 2s. The unit then passes into the operating mode with the sensitivity being unchanged.

If the setting button is not activated for 15 minutes during the programming process, the unit passes automatically into the operating mode with the sensitivity being unchanged.

Setting of the maximum sensitivity

• Go into the programming mode (step 1).
• Interrupt the light beam.
• Press the setting button twice (see steps 2 and 3).

Programming the output function

Press for 10s.

The red LED starts to flash fast after 2s. Then the yellow and green LEDs flash alternately. After 8s all LEDs go off, the output function has changed from light-on mode to dark-on mode (or vice versa).

Operation

Check the safe functioning of the unit. Display by LEDs.

LED green is lit U	Unit is ready for operation.
LED yellow is lit Output is switched.
LED red is lit	Error in object detection, e.g. maladjustment, soiling of the lenses.
LEDs yellow + red	Flash alternately, 2 Hz: output short-circuited. Flash alternately, 1 Hz: internal malfunction (output is not switched).

Maintenance

Keep the plastic lenses of the sensor free from soiling.

For cleaning do not use any solvents or cleaning agents which could damage the plastic lenses.

Sensor with terminals

Sensor with terminals