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ABOUT AIREDALE

About Airedale Products & Customer Services

WARRANTY,
COMMISSIONING &
MAINTENANCE

As standard, Airedale guarantees all non consumable parts only for a period of 24 months,
variations tailored to suit product and application are also available; please contact Airedale for full
terms and details.
To further protect your investment in Airedale products, we have introduced Airedale Service, who
can provide full commissioning services, comprehensive maintenance packages and service cover
24 hours a day, 365 days a year (UK mainland). For a free quotation contact Airedale Service or your
local Sales Engineer.
All Airedale products are designed in accordance with EU Directives regarding prevention of build up
of water, associated with the risk of contaminants such as Legionella.
Where applicable, effective removal of condensate is achieved by gradient drainage to outlets and
where used, humidification systems produce sterile, non-toxic steam during normal operation.
For effective prevention of such risk it is necessary that the equipment is maintained in accordance
with Airedale recommendations.

CAUTION

Warranty cover is not a substitute for Maintenance. Warranty cover is conditional to


maintenance being carried out in accordance with the recommendations provided during the
warranty period. Failure to have the maintenance procedures carried out will invalidate the
warranty and any liabilities by Airedale International Air Conditioning Ltd.

SPARES

A spares list for 1, 3 and 5 years will be supplied with every unit and is also available from our
Spares department on request.

TRAINING

As well as our comprehensive range of products, Airedale offers a modular range of Refrigeration
and Air Conditioning Training courses, for further information please contact Airedale.

CUSTOMER SERVICES

For further assistance, please e-mail: enquiries@airedale.com or telephone:

CUSTOMER SERVICES

UK Sales Enquiries
International Enquiries
Spares Hot Line
Airedale Service
Technical Support
Training Enquiries

+ 44 (0) 113 238 7789


+ 44 (0) 113 239 1000
+ 44 (0) 113 238 7878
+ 44 (0) 113 239 1000
+ 44 (0) 113 239 1000
+ 44 (0) 113 239 1000

uk.sales@airedale.com
enquiries@airedale.com
spares@airedale.com
service@airedale.com
tech.support@airedale.com
marketing@airedale.com

For information, visit us at our Web Site: www.airedale.com


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none of the statements are to be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact. AIAC Ltd does
not accept liability for any error or omission, or for any reliance placed on the information contained
in this document.
The development of Airedale products and services is continuous and the information in this
document may not be up to date. It is important to check the current position with AIAC Ltd at the
address stated. This document is not part of a contract or licence unless expressly agreed.
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Contents
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2
3

5
6

8
9

10
11

12
13

INTRODUCTION

1.1

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

PCO3 CONTROLLER
DISPLAY KEYPAD

5
6

3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9

7
8
8
9
10
10
13
13
13

Addressing The Display Keypad


Addressing The pCO3 Controller
Remote Display Keypad
Use Of Display Keypad Buttons
Use Of Extra Functions Buttons
Navigation
Network Display
Programming the DISPLAY KEYPAD to the CONTROLLER
MENU PARAMETERS

PARAMETERS LIST AND FACTORY VALUES

14

4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6

14
15
17
18
18
19

Maintenance Parameters
INPUT / OUTPUt Parameters
Clock Parameters
setpoint Parameters
User Parameters
Manufacturer Parameters

MAIN FAN

23

5.1
5.2

23
23

General
Fan Parameters

CONTROL MANAGEMENT

24

6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6

24
24
25
26
28
29

Free cooling
Compressor Management
Heating
Humidification
Dehumidification
ELECTRONIC EXPANSION VALVES

HEAD PRESSURE CONTROL

31

7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
7.7
7.8

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31
31
31
31
31
31
31

General
High Condenser Pressure Alarm
Head Pressure Setpoint
Head Pressure Differential
Head Pressure Integral
Minimum Speed
Maximum Speed
Head Pressure Control Setpoint Night Operation

SENSORS

32

8.1
8.2

32
32

Analogue Inputs
Faulty Sensors

HOURS RUN

33

9.1
9.2
9.3

33
33
33

Hours Run Time Counter Threshold


Hours Run Time Counter Reset
Hours Run Time Adjustment

ALARMS

34

10.1
10.2

34
35

Alarm Menu Display


ALARMS

RUN/STANDBY NETWORK SET-UP

42

11.1
11.2
11.3
11.4

42
45
45
45

Addressing the pCO2 Controller


Run / Stand-by - Control Philosophy
Network Display
AIRELAN Architecture

PROGRAMMING

46

12.1
12.2

46
47

pCO3 Programming Smart Key


Programming with the computer

REAL TIME CLOCK

49

13.1
13.2

49
51

Real Time Clock


Enabling British Summer time

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1.1

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

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The Airedale range of direct expansion and chilled water close control units have been specifically designed
for today's modern working environment. The present day demands for efficient operation of computer rooms,
telecommunication centres, operating theatres, laboratories and clean rooms, which utilise stand-alone or
multiple in room air handling units, require a high degree of control flexibility. The Airedale design philosophy
has taken this fully into account offering an adaptable control system, utilising a microprocessor controller
taking full advantage of the latest state of the art technology.
The control system comprises 2 main parts, the controller and the display keypad. The controller offers
powerful analogue and digital control to meet a wide range of monitoring and control features including a real
time clock and pLAN network connection. The display keypad is used for viewing the unit operating status and
making adjustments to control parameters by allowing the operator access to a series of display pages. Visual
alarm and the facility to adjust and display control settings are available at the display keypad for local
operator information and control.
The microprocessor controller is supplied pre-programmed whilst allowing the control parameters to be
individually set to suit the customers requirements.

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PCO3 CONTROLLER
1
2
3

5
6
7
8
9
10

11
12
13
14
15
16

Power connector [G(+), G0(-)]


Yellow power LED and 3 LEDs for the
pLAN networks.
Additional power supply(max. 200 mA)
for the terminal and 0 to 5 V ratiometric
probes;
Universal NTC, 0 to 1 V, 0 to 5 V
ratiometric, 0 to 10V, 0 to 20 mA, 4 to
20 mA analogue inputs;
Passive analogue inputs, NTC,
PT1000, ON/OFF (pCO large only)
Analogue outputs, 0/10V (pCO large
only)
Digital inputs, 24Vac/Vdc (pCO large
only)
Digital inputs, 230Vac or 24Vac/Vdc
(pCO large only)
Connector for terminal display (external
panel with direct signals);
Connector for all standard pCO series
terminals and for downloading the
application software
Relay digital outputs (J21 & J22 pCO
large only)
Connector for connection to I/O
expansion modules (pCO large only)
Connector for pLAN local network
Cover for inserting the optional
supervisor serial board,
Cover for inserting the optional field
board ;
Cover for inserting the optional service
board.

Fig. 2-1

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DISPLAY KEYPAD
The display keypad is equipped with a LCD display (4 rows x 20 columns) with 6 buttons, connected to the
controller by a RJ11 cable.

pGD0 Display

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ADDRESSING THE DISPLAY KEYPAD


The address of the display keypad can be configured only after having connected the power supply, using the
RJ11 connection cable.
To access configuration mode, press the
+
+
buttons together and hold them for at least 5
seconds; the screen shown below will be displayed, with the cursor flashing
in the top left corner:

To change the address of the display keypad (display address setting), press the
will move to the address field (nn).

button once: the cursor

or
buttons to select the desired value, and confirm by pressing
again. If the value
Use the
selected is not the same as the one saved previously, the screen shown below will be displayed, and the new
value will be saved to the permanent memory. If the field nn is set to 0, the terminal will communicate with the
pCO board using point-to-point protocol (not pLAN) and the field I/O Board address: xx will not be
displayed, as it has no meaning.

The display keypad for unit 1 should be set to address 7; display keypad on unit 2 should be set to 8 and so
on up to unit 6 which is set to address 12.
The value of the address is calculated using the tables below:
Unit 1

Unit 2

Unit 3

Unit 4

Unit 5

Unit 6

Address 1

Address 2

Address 3

Address 4

Address 5

Address 6

Unit 1 Display

Unit 2 Display

Unit 3 Display

Unit 4 Display

Unit 5 Display

Unit 6 Display

Address 7

Address 8

Address 9

Address 10

Address 11

Address 12

EEV1 Driver

EEV1 Driver

EEV1 Driver

EEV1 Driver

EEV1 Driver

EEV1 Driver

Address 13

Address 14

Address 15

Address 16

Address 17

Address 18

EEV2 Driver

EEV2 Driver

EEV2 Driver

EEV2 Driver

EEV2 Driver

EEV2 Driver

Address 19

Address 20

Address 21

Address 22

Address 23

Address 24

EEV3 Driver

EEV3 Driver

EEV3 Driver

EEV3 Driver

EEV3 Driver

EEV3 Driver

Address 25

Address 26

Address 27

Address 28

Address 29

Address 30

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ADDRESSING THE PCO3 CONTROLLER


The address of the controller can be configured by setting the display
keypad to address 0 (zero).
To change the address of the pCO3 controller, press and hold the

buttons together and switch on the controller. After the self test screen has being displayed, the pLAN
address screen will be displayed.

3.3

REMOTE DISPLAY KEYPAD


Remote installation requires the insertion of 2 ferrites (part number 009-417) - at the markings with the letter F
the ferrites to be installed the open and closed position. The ferrites are mounted on the telephone connecting
cable, on the controller side and the other terminal side.
WARNING: the RJ11 cable must leave the controller perpendicularly.

Note: If using a shielded cable, it can be located at a distance to 200 m

max 50 m

Fig. 3-1

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Fig. 3-2
When more than one alarm is active the ALARM button will illuminate red.
1.

ALARM

Pressing the ALARM button once will indicate information regarding any active
alarms.
Pressing the ALARM button twice will reset any active alarms.

Prg

2.

PRG

Pressing the PRG button will select the main navigation menu.

Esc

3.

ESC

Pressing the ESC button will return the user to the main display screen showing unit
status.
Pressing the UP button can either:

4.

UP

Scroll through the various display screens, providing the cursor is in the top left
position.
Increase the value of a set point adjustment.

5.

ENTER

Pressing the ENTER button will confirm any set point adjustments and move the
cursor to the next available set point.
Pressing the DOWN button can either:

6.

DOWN

Scroll through the various display screens, providing the cursor is in the top left
position.
Decrease the value of a set point adjustment.

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USE OF EXTRA FUNCTIONS BUTTONS

UP + DOWN+
ENTER

Enables 2 functions:
1.
Allows access to the display set-up.
2.
Allows access to the AIRELAN status (refer to RUN/STANDBY
Network Set-up).

ALARM + ENTER Allows access to controller system information.


+
ALARM + UP

Allows access to change controller address (only when display address is


zero)

ESC + ENTER

Allows the user to switch between the preinstalled languages

PRG + ENTER

Temporary displays the address of the controller.

ENTER + UP

Change unit on remote display keypad.

+
Esc

+
Prg

3.6

NAVIGATION
Prg

Initially, use the


button to access the main navigation menu, the cursor will appear in the top right hand
corner with the first menu UNIT ON/OFF selected.
and
Use the
CAPITALS.
Press

3.6.1

buttons to move to the desired menu. The selected menu will be shown in BLOCK

to enter the selected menu.

Navigation Sub Menus


There are eight sub menus available from the main navigation menu, these are listed below:
1. Unit On/Off
2. Maintenance
3. Alarm Log
4. Input/Output
5. Clock
6. Set point
7. User
8. Manufacturer

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Allows the user to switch on or switch off the unit.


Allows the user to view maintenance related parameters, such as hours run, sensor calibration
and manual overrides.
Allows the user to view the alarm log.
Allows the user to view the status of the controller inputs and outputs.
Allows the user to view the current time, date and day of the week. On/Off and temperature time
zones can also be set.
Allows the user to adjust the return air temperature set point.
Allows the user to adjust user related parameters, such as high and low alarm limits and
temperature bands.
Allows the user to enter the manufacturer menu and adjust various manufacturer related
parameters, such as unit configuration and timing settings.

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Use the correct keys to access the parameters to be adjusted (refer to Parameters List and Factory Values).
After entering the correct password the cursor will appear top left corner.
Use the

and

keys to move to the desired menu.

To move the flashing cursor to the required adjustable fields press


the values.
Press the

and the

and

keys to change

key to move the cursor to the next field or Home.


Esc

When the cursor is Home either use the


return to the Standard Menu page.

3.6.3

and

keys to scroll to next sub-menu or the

to exit and

Password Protection
To guard against unauthorised adjustments, a password is required to gain access to certain menus as
defined as follows:
FACTORY SET MAINTENANCE PASSWORD PIN:
FACTORY SET CLOCK PASSWORD PIN:
FACTORY SET SETPOINT PASSWORD PIN:
FACTORY SET USER PASSWORD PIN:

4648
4648
4648
4648

(or Customer chosen number).


(or Customer chosen number).
(or Customer chosen number).
(or Customer chosen number).

FACTORY SET MANUFACTURER PASSWORD PIN: **** (contact Airedale International Ltd).

When a password is requested use the

and

keys to enter the number and

to access the page.

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Menu Screen
The information displayed on these pages, is the time/date, unit number, duty or standby, unit on/off, unit in
alarm, temperature / pressures and status.

Unit Number
This will always read U:01 (Unit 1, address 1) on a standalone unit. U:02 (Unit 2, address 2) etc.

3.6.5

Analogue Inputs

3.6.6

Return Air Humidity


Humidifier Supply Water Conductivity
Humidifier Current
Return Air Temperature
Supply Air Temperature
Condenser 1 Liquid Line Pressure (Head
Pressure Control option)
Condenser 2 Liquid Line Pressure (Head
Pressure Control option)
Condenser 3 Liquid Line Pressure (Head
Pressure Control option)
Glycol Supply Temperature
Chilled Water Inlet Temperature
Chilled Water Outlet Temperature

3.6.7

Analogue Outputs Status


Evaporator Fan Speed
Condenser 1 Fan Speed
Condenser 2 Fan Speed
Condenser 3 Fan Speed
Thyristor Heating

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Remote On/Off
Airflow Differential Pressure Switch
Filter Change Differential Pressure Switch
Overheat Cut-out (Electric Heat option)
Frost Protection
Humidifier High Water Level
Fire/Smoke Alarm
Water Flood
Compressor 1 Low Pressure Switch
Compressor 2 Low Pressure Switch
Compressor 3 Low Pressure Switch
Compressor 1 Status
Compressor 2 Status
Compressor 3 Status
Compressor 1 Trip
Compressor 2 Trip
Compressor 3 Trip

3.6.8

Digital Outputs Status


Compressor 1
Compressor 2
Compressor 3
Heat Stage 1
Heat Stage 2
Heat Stage 3
Main Fan
Humidifier
Humidifier Fill Valve
Humidifier Drain Valve
Non Critical Alarm
Critical Alarm
Chilled Water Cooling Valve (drive open /
drive close)
Low Pressure Hot Water Heating Valve (drive
open / drive close)
Free Cooling Valve (drive open / drive close)
Dry Cooler Request

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NETWORK DISPLAY
Esc

The user will be able to view all modules connected to the AIRELAN. By pressing
+
button, you can
access each control connected to the AIRELAN. The display will show the unit number it is currently viewing
at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. (Examples U:01 U:02 U:03 U:04 U:05 U:06) All the controllers
connected to the AIRELAN network are identified using their own individual address. If the same address is
assigned to more than 1 controller the network will not work.

3.8

PROGRAMMING THE DISPLAY KEYPAD TO THE CONTROLLER


The terminal display should already be programmed to the controller, but if new software has been
downloaded using the computer then the following may be required:
Set the correct address on the display and connect to the controller (1), then power up the unit.
By simultaneously pressing

and holding, the display will show the following:

Press

will change the I/O board Adr: _ _ to the controller address 1:

Press

to access the program. The display will show the following:

Press

to access the program. The display will show the following:

Selecting Terminal 1 Press


00 Pr.
Pressing

until the cursor is underneath the Trm 1

will change the 00 to the required value 07 - 12 depending on the unit number.

Setting Shared to Private Press


Pressing
Press
Pressing

3.9

until the cursor is underneath the Sh

will change the Shr to Pr

until the cursor is underneath the NO


will change the NO to YES, press

the display is programmed.

MENU PARAMETERS
The following table describes the menu parameters:
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION
ESC BUTTON

MASK

FACTORY VALUE

RANGE

MEAS. UNIT

Esc

Time and Date


Temperature
Humidity
Unit Status
Unit Network Address
Cooling Status
Heating Status
Humidification Status
Dehumidification Status
Supply Air Limiting Status
Dehumidification Limit Status
CW Valve Status
Glycol Valve Status
LPHW Valve Status

M0
M0
M0
M0
M0
M1
M1
M1
M1
M2
M2
M3
M3
M3

Current time and date


Current return air temperature
Current return air humidity
Current status of unit
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual

C
%
16
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
0 - 100
0 - 100
0 - 100

%
%
%

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PARAMETERS LIST AND FACTORY VALUES

4.1

MAINTENANCE PARAMETERS
The following table describes the maintenance parameters:
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION
MAINTENANCE SUB MENU
Strategy Code
Strategy Version
Strategy Date
Language
System Information Serial Number
System Information BOOT Version
System Information BIOS Version
Running Hours Main Fan
Running Hours Humidifier
Running Hours Compressor 1
Running Hours Compressor 2
Running Hours Compressor 3
MAINTENANCE PASSWORD
Modify Hours Run Main Fan
5Reset Humidifier Hours Run
Modify Hours Run Compressor 1
Modify Hours Run Compressor 2
Modify Hours Run Compressor 3
Threshold Hour Alarm Main Fan (value multiplied by 1000)
Threshold Hour Alarm Comp. 1 (value multiplied by 1000)
Threshold Hour Alarm Comp. 2 (value multiplied by 1000)
Threshold Hour Alarm Comp. 3 (value multiplied by 1000)
Sensor Calibration Return Air Humidity
Sensor Calibration Return Air Temperature
Sensor Calibration Supply Air Temperature
Sensor Calibration Condenser 1 Liquid Line Pressure
Sensor Calibration Condenser 2 Liquid Line Pressure
Sensor Calibration Condenser 3 Liquid Line Pressure
Sensor Calibration Glycol Supply Temperature
Sensor Calibration CW Inlet Temperature
Sensor Calibration CW Outlet Temperature
Manual Override Digital Output 1 (only displayed when unit
switched off)
Manual Override Digital Output 2
Manual Override Digital Output 3
Manual Override Digital Output 4
Manual Override Digital Output 5
Manual Override Digital Output 6
Manual Override Digital Output 7
Manual Override Digital Output 8
Manual Override Digital Output 9
Manual Override Digital Output 10
Manual Override Digital Output 11
Manual Override Digital Output 12
Manual Override Digital Output 13
Manual Override Digital Output 14
Manual Override Digital Output 15
Manual Override Digital Output 16
Manual Override Analogue Output 1
Output 1 Override Level
Manual Override Analogue Output 2
Output 2 Override Level
Manual Override Analogue Output 3
Output 3 Override Level
Manual Override Analogue Output 4
Output 4 Override Level
Manual Override Analogue Output 5
Output 5 Override Level
Disable Humidifier

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MASK

FACTORY
VALUE

USER
VALUE

RANGE

A0
A0
A0
A0
A1
A1
A1
A2
A2
A3
A3
A3
A4
A5
A5
A6
A6
A6
A7
A7
A7
A7
A8
A9
Aa
Ab
Ac
Ad
Ae
Af
Ag
Ah

Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
Actual
0
0
0
0
0
4648
0
No
0
0
0
99
99
99
99
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Off

0 99,999
0 99,999
0 99,999
0 99,999
0 99,999
0 - 9999
0 99,999
No / Yes
0 99,999
0 99,999
0 99,999
0 - 99
0 - 99
0 - 99
0 - 99
-9.9 9.9
-9.9 9.9
-9.9 9.9
-9.9 9.9
-9.9 9.9
-9.9 9.9
-9.9 9.9
-9.9 9.9
-9.9 9.9
Off / On

Ah
Ah
Ai
Ai
Ai
Aj
Aj
Ak
Ak
Ak
Al
Al
Am
Am
Am
An
An
An
An
Ao
Ao
Ao
Ao
Ap
Ap
Aq

Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
Auto
0.0
Auto
0.0
Auto
0.0
Auto
0.0
Auto
0.0
Off

Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Manual / Auto
0 - 10
Manual / Auto
0 - 10
Manual / Auto
0 - 10
Manual / Auto
0 - 10
Manual / Auto
0 - 10
Off / On

MEAS.
UNIT

0 - 9999999

hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
hours
%
C
C
bar
bar
bar
C
C
C

Volts
Volts
Volts
Volts
Volts

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PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

Humidifier Pre-clean
Humidifier Total drain
Humidifier Max Production
Manual Procedure Electronic Expansion Valve Driver 1
Driver 1 Manual Step
Driver 1 Current Valve Position
Manual Procedure Electronic Expansion Valve Driver 2
Driver 2 Manual Step
Driver 2 Current Valve Position
Manual Procedure Electronic Expansion Valve Driver 3
Driver 3 Manual Step
Driver 3 Current Valve Position
Driver 1 Alarm Reset
Driver 2 Alarm Reset
Driver 3 Alarm Reset
Controller Serial Number

Aq
Aq
Au
Ar
Ar
Ar
As
As
As
At
At
At
Au
Av
Aw
Ax

FACTORY
VALUE
Off
Off
70%
Auto
0

USER
VALUE

RANGE

MEAS.
UNIT

Off / On
Off / On
0-100%
Manual / Auto
0 - 9999

Auto
0

Manual / Auto
0 - 9999

Auto
0

Manual / Auto
0 - 9999

No
No
No
Actual

No / Yes
No / Yes
No / Yes
0 - 999999

INPUT / OUTPUT PARAMETERS


The following table describes the input / output parameters:
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

FACTORY VALUE

RANGE

MEAS.
UNIT

INPUT / OUTPUT SUB MENU


Return Air Humidity
Humidifier Supply Water Conductivity
Humidifier Current
Return Air Temperature
Supply Air Temperature
Condensing Pressure Circuit 1
Condensing Pressure Circuit 2
Condensing Pressure Circuit 3
Glycol Temperature
CW Inlet Temperature
CW Outlet Temperature
Remote On / Off
Airflow DP Switch
Filter Change DP Switch
Overheat Cut-out
Frost Protection
Humidifier High Water Level
Fire / Smoke Alarm/Phase
Water Flood
Circuit 1 Low Pressure Switch
Circuit 2 Low Pressure Switch
Circuit 3 Low Pressure Switch
Compressor 1 Status
Compressor 2 Status
Compressor 3 Status
Compressor 1 Trip
Compressor 2 Trip
Compressor 3 Trip
Main Fan Speed
Circuit 1 Condenser Fan Speed
Circuit 2 Condenser Fan Speed
Circuit 3 Condenser Fan Speed
Compressor 1
Compressor 2
Compressor 3
CW Valve Open
CW Valve Close
Heat Stage 1
Heat Stage 2
Heat Stage 3
Heat Valve Open
Heat Valve Close

I1
I1
I1
I2
I2
I2
I3
I3
I3
I2
I3
I4
I4
I4
I5
I5
I5
I6
I6
I6
I7
I7
I7
I8
I8
I7
I8
I8
I9
I9
I9
Ia
Ib
Ib
Ib
Ib
Ib
Ic
Ic
Ic
Ic
Ic

Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State

0 100
0 2000
0 70
0 40
0 100
0 30
0 30
0 30
0 40
0 40
0 40
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
Open / Close
0 10
0 10
0 10
0 10
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On

%R.H.
S/cm
Amps
C
C
Bar
Bar
Bar
C
C
C

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Volts
Volts
Volts

15

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16

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PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

FACTORY VALUE

RANGE

Main Fan
Humidifier
Humidifier Fill Valve
Humidifier Drain Valve
Non Critical Alarm
Critical Alarm
Free Cooling Valve Open
Free Cooling Valve Close
Dry Cooler Request
Humidifier Status Conductivity
Humidifier Status Actual Production
Humidifier Status Nominal Production
Humidifier Status Nominal Current
Humidifier Status Voltage / Phase
Humidifier Status
Humidifier Cylinder
Humidifier Phase
Humidifier Current
Humidifier Status Power
Humidifier Status Fill Valve
Humidifier Status Drain Valve
Humidifier Status Water Level
Driver 1 Valve Position
Driver 1 Power Request
Driver 1 Super Heat
Driver 1 Evaporating Temperature
Driver 1 Suction Line Temperature
Driver 1 Evaporating Pressure
Driver 1 Evaporating Temperature
Driver 1 Condensing Pressure
Driver 1 Condensing Temperature
Driver 1 Battery Status
Driver 2 Valve Position
Driver 2 Power Request
Driver 2 Super Heat
Driver 2 Evaporating Temperature
Driver 2 Suction Line Temperature
Driver 2 Evaporating Pressure
Driver 2 Evaporating Temperature
Driver 2 Condensing Pressure
Driver 2 Condensing Temperature
Driver 2 Battery Status
Driver 3 Valve Position
Driver 3 Power Request
Driver 3 Super Heat
Driver 3 Evaporating Temperature
Driver 3 Suction Line Temperature
Driver 3 Evaporating Pressure
Driver 3 Evaporating Temperature
Driver 3 Condensing Pressure
Driver 3 Condensing Temperature
Driver 3 Battery Status
Driver 1 3 Firmware
GSM Modem Status
External Modem Status

Id
Id
Ie
Ie
Ie
If
If
If
Ig
Ih
Ih
Ii
Ii
Ii
Ij
Ij
Ij
Ij
Ik
Ik
Ik
Ik
Il
Il
Im
Im
Im
In
In
Io
Io
Ip
Iq
Iq
Ir
Ir
Ir
Is
Is
It
It
Iu
Iv
Iv
Iw
Iw
Iw
Ix
Ix
Iy
Iy
Iz
IA
IB
IB

Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Operating Status
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State
Current State

Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
0 2000
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 - 70

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MEAS.
UNIT

S/cm
Kg/h
Kg/h
Amps

Off / On
Off / On
0 - 999
Off / On
Off / On
Off / On
Normal / High
0 9999
0 100
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9

Steps
%
C
C
C
Bar
C
Bar
C

0 9999
0 100
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9

Steps
%
C
C
C
Bar
C
Bar
C

0 9999
0 100
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9
0 99.9

Steps
%
C
C
C
Bar
C
Bar
C

Amps

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CLOCK PARAMETERS
The following table describes the clock parameters:
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

FACTORY
VALUE

CLOCK SUB MENU


Hours regulation
Minutes regulation
Day regulation
Month regulation
Year regulation
Weekday regulation
CLOCK PASSWORD
Enable On / Off Time zones
Enable Temperature Set point Time zones
Enable Humidity Set point Time zones
Enable Condenser Set point Time zones
On / Off Time zones F1-1 On Hour
On / Off Time zones F1-1 On Minute
On / Off Time zones F1-1 Off Hour
On / Off Time zones F1-1 Off Minute
On / Off Time zones F1-2 On Hour
On / Off Time zones F1-2 On Minute
On / Off Time zones F1-2 Off Hour
On / Off Time zones F1-2 Off Minute
On / Off Time zones F2 On Hour
On / Off Time zones F2 On Minute
On / Off Time zones F2 Off Hour
On / Off Time zones F2 Off Minute
On / Off Time zones Monday Function Selection
On / Off Time zones Tuesday Function Selection
On / Off Time zones Wednesday Function Selection
On / Off Time zones Thursday Function Selection
On / Off Time zones Friday Function Selection
On / Off Time zones Saturday Function Selection
On / Off Time zones Sunday Function Selection
Temperature Set point Time zones Z1 On Hour
Temperature Set point Time zones Z1 On Minute
Temperature Set point Z1
Temperature Set point Time zones Z2 On Hour
Temperature Set point Time zones Z2 On Minute
Temperature Set point Z2
Temperature Set point Time zones Z3 On Hour
Temperature Set point Time zones Z3 On Minute
Temperature Set point Z3
Temperature Set point Time zones Z4 On Hour
Temperature Set point Time zones Z4 On Minute
Temperature Set point Z4
Humidity Set point Time zones Z1 On Hour
Humidity Set point Time zones Z1 On Minute
Humidity Set point Z1
Humidity Set point Time zones Z2 On Hour
Humidity Set point Time zones Z2 On Minute
Humidity Set point Z2
Humidity Set point Time zones Z3 On Hour
Humidity Set point Time zones Z3 On Minute
Humidity Set point Z3
Humidity Set point Time zones Z4 On Hour
Humidity Set point Time zones Z4 On Minute
Humidity Set point Z4
Condenser Set point Time zones Z1 On Hour
Condenser Set point Time zones Z1 On Minute
Condenser Set point Z1
Condenser Set point Time zones Z2 On Hour
Condenser Set point Time zones Z2 On Minute
Condenser Set point Z2
Condenser Set point Time zones Z3 On Hour

K0
K0
K0
K0
K0
K0
K1
K2
K2
K2
K3
K4
K4
K4
K4
K4
K4
K4
K4
K5
K5
K5
K5
K6
K6
K6
K6
K6
K6
K6
K7
K7
K7
K7
K7
K7
K8
K8
K8
K8
K8
K8
K9
K9
K9
K9
K9
K9
Ka
Ka
Ka
Ka
Ka
Ka
Kb
Kb
Kb
Kb
Kb
Kb
Kc

Actual hour
Actual minute
Actual day
Actual month
Actual year
Actual day
4648
No
No
No
No
9
0
13
0
14
0
21
0
14
0
21
0
F3
F3
F3
F3
F3
F3
F3
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
8
0
14
18
0
22
18

USER
VALUE

RANGE

MEAS.
UNIT

0-23
0-59
1-31
1-12
0-99
Mon to Sun
0 - 9999
No / Yes
No / Yes
No / Yes
No / Yes
0-23
0-59
0-23
0-59
0-23
0-59
0-23
0-59
0-23
0-59
0-23
0-59
F1 F4
F1 F4
F1 F4
F1 F4
F1 F4
F1 F4
F1 F4
0-23
0-59
15 - 30
0-23
0-59
15 - 30
0-23
0-59
15 - 30
0-23
0-59
15 - 30
0-23
0-59
25 75
0-23
0-59
25 - 75
0-23
0-59
25 75
0-23
0-59
25 - 75
0-23
0-59
12 30
0-23
0-59
12 30
0-23

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minute

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minute
hours
minute
hours
minute
hours
minute
hours
minute
hours
minute

hours
minute
C
hours
minute
C
hours
minute
C
hours
minute
C
hours
minute
%
hours
minute
%
hours
minute
%
hours
minute
%
hours
minute
Bar
hours
minute
Bar
hours

17

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PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

Condenser Set point Time zones Z3 On Minute


Condenser Set point Z3
Condenser Set point Time zones Z4 On Hour
Condenser Set point Time zones Z4 On Minute
Condenser Set point Z4
Enable British Summer Time

Kc
Kc
Kc
Kc
Kc
Kd

FACTORY
VALUE
0
22
18
0
22
No

USER
VALUE

RANGE
0-59
12 30
0-23
0-59
12 30
Yes / No

MEAS.
UNIT
minute
Bar
hours
minute
Bar

SETPOINT PARAMETERS
The following table describes the set point parameters:

4.5

PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

FACTORY VALUE

SET POINT SUB MENU


Actual Temperature Set point

S0

Actual Humidity Set point

S0

Actual Head Pressure Set point

S0

Setpoint Password
Temperature Set point
Humidity Set point

S1
S2
S2

Varies with Time


zone
Varies with Time
zone
Varies with Time
zone
4648
20
50

USER
VALUE

RANGE

MEAS.
UNIT
C
%
Bar

15 - 30
25 - 75

C
%

USER PARAMETERS
The following table describes the user parameters:

18

PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

FACTORY
VALUE

USER SUB MENU


USER PASSWORD
Return Air Temperature Alarm Low Limit
Return Air Temperature Alarm High Limit
Return Air Humidity Alarm Low Limit
Return Air Humidity Alarm High Limit
Supply Air Temperature Alarm Low Limit
Supply Air Temperature Alarm High Limit
Glycol Temperature Alarm Low Limit
Return Air Temperature Set point Low Limit
Return Air Temperature Set point High Limit
Return Air Humidity Set point Low Limit
Return Air Humidity Set point High Limit
Return Air Temperature Cool Band
Return Air Temperature Heat Band
Return Air Temperature Dead Band
Return Air Temperature Free Cool Band
Return Air Humidity Band
Return Air De-humidity Band
Enable Supply Air Temperature Limiting
Supply Air Limiting Set point
Supply Air Limiting Differential
Main Fan Speed
Switch Off Unit By Display
Enable Remote On / Off
Select Alarm Type AL01 AL20

P0
P1
P1
P2
P2
P3
P3
P4
P5
P5
P6
P6
P7
P7
P7
P8
P9
P9
Pa
Pa
Pa
Pb
Pc
Pc
Pd

4648
15
30
25
75
9
60
6
15
30
25
75
5
5
1
1
6
6
Off
15
5
5
On
Off
Refer to Alarms

Select Alarm Type AL21 AL40

Pe

Refer to Alarms

Select Alarm Type AL41 AL60

Pf

Refer to Alarms

Select Alarm Type AL61 AL80

Pg

Refer to Alarms

Select Alarm Type AL81 AL83

Ph

Refer to Alarms

BMS Network

Pi

Unit Dependant

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USER
RANGE
VALUE
0-9999
0 - 40
0 - 40
0 - 100
0 - 100
0 100
0 100
0 100
0 100
0 100
0 100
0 100
0 - 10
0 - 10
0 - 10
0 - 10
0 99.9
0 99.9
Off / On
-999.9 9.999
-999.9 9.999
0 - 10
Off / On
Off / On
Non-Critical /
Critical
Non-Critical /
Critical
Non-Critical /
Critical
Non-Critical /
Critical
Non-Critical /
Critical
Yes / No

MEAS.
UNIT

C
C
%
%
C
C
C
C
C
%
%
C
C
C
C
%
%
C
C
Volts

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PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

Identification Number For BMS Network


Communication Speed

Pj
Pj

FACTORY
VALUE
1
19200

Protocol Type

Pj

Carel

Maximum Phone Numbers


Phone Book Number
Phone Number
Modem Rings
Modem Password
Modem Type
Rings Number
Mobile Number
Password SMS

Pk
Pk
Pk
Pk
Pk
Pl
Pl
Pl
Pl

1
1
Up to 20 digits
0
0
Tone
0
Up to 20 digits
0

USER
RANGE
VALUE
0 200
1200,2400,480
0,9600,19200
Carel,Modbus,
Lon,Rs232,
GSM
14
14

MEAS.
UNIT
Bps

0-9
0 - 9999
Tone / Pulse
0-9
0 - 9999

MANUFACTURER PARAMETERS
The following table describes the manufacturer parameters:
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

FACTORY
VALUE

USER
VALUE

RANGE

MEAS.
UNIT

MANUFACTURER SUB MENU


MANUFACTURER PASSWORD
Configuration
BMS Network
Selection of Temperature
Type of Unit
Type of Condenser
Compressors
Refrigerant

Z0

Contact Airedale

0-9999

C1
C1
C1
C1
C2
C2

No
C
DX
CU
3
R407C

Condenser Head Pressure Control


Free Cooling
Heating Mode
Number of Heaters (When Heaters Selected)
LPHW (When LPHW Selected)

C2
C2
C3
C3
C3

Heaters
3
3Point

LPHW (When Thyristor Selected)

C3

0-10V

Cool Valve Size


Glycol Valve Size
Heating Mode
Heater Numbers
Humidification
Humidifier
Dehumidification
Humidifier Type
Maximum Production
Interface
Humidity Probe Threshold Minimum
Humidity Probe Threshold Maximum
Pressure Probe Threshold Minimum
Pressure Probe Threshold Minimum
Unit Configuration Unit 1

C4
C5
C6
C6
C8
C8
C8
C9
C9
C9
Ca
Ca
Cb
Cb
Cc

Unit Dependent
Unit Dependent
Unit Dependent
Unit Dependent
Unit Dependent
Unit Dependent
Unit Dependent
15Kg/h 400V 3Ph
100
Unit Dependent
0
100
0
30
Present / No
Rotation

No / Yes
C / F
DX / CW
CU / C
13
R407C, R410A, R22,
R143A, R404A,
No / Yes
No / Yes
Heaters, LPHW, Thyristor
0-3
3Point / 010V
3Point / 010V
2
to 2
Heaters/Thyristor/LPHW
1-3
Yes / No
Carel / Vapac
Yes / No
Refer to Humidification
0 100
%

Unit Configuration Unit 2

Cc

Not Present

Unit Configuration Unit 3

Cc

Not Present

Unit Configuration Unit 4

Cd

Not Present

0 100
%
0 100
%
-20 - 50
Bar
-20 - 50
Bar
Present / No Rotation,
Present Rotation, Not
Present
Present / No Rotation,
Present Rotation, Not
Present
Present / No Rotation,
Present Rotation, Not
Present
Present / No Rotation,
Present Rotation, Not
Present

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PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

Unit Configuration Unit 5

Cd

FACTORY
VALUE
Not Present

Unit Configuration Unit 6

Cd

Not Present

G1
G1
G1
G1
G2
G2
G3
G3
G3
G4
G4
G5

P+I
P+I
0
100
0
100
Digital
10
2
2.5
0
100

P+I / P
P+I / P
0 - 100
%
0 - 100
%
0 - 100
%
0 - 100
%
Digital / Analogue
0 10
Volts
2 10
Volts
0 99.9
C
0 - 999.9
C
0 100
%

G6
G7
G7
G7
G8
G8
G9
G9
Ga
Ga
Gb
Gb
Gb
Gc
Gc
Gd
Ge
Ge
Gf
Gf
Gg
Gg
Gg
Gh
Gh
Gi
Gi
Gi
Gj
Gj
Gk

20
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
0
0
1000
1250
1500
120
3
100
100
100
8
24
23.5
1
14
4
0
0
10
Yes
0
27
No
Yes
Running Hours

0 - 50
No / Yes
No / Yes
No / Yes
No / Yes

0 120
0 - 2000
0 2000
0 2000
0 - 4000
0 120
0 - 199
50 200
50 200
0 - 2000
0 - 20
0 - 999
10 30
0 15

seconds
uS/cm
S/cm
S/cm
Hours
Hours
Days
%
%
uS
%
Hours
Bar
Bar
Bar
Bar
seconds
Volts
Volts

Gk
Gk
Gl
Gl
Gl
Gm
Gm
Gm
Gn
Gn
Go
Go
Gp
Gq

0
168
12
0
Wed
No
3
3
15
4
25
4
Manual Reset
No

Parameters
Regulation Type Heating / Cooling
Regulation Type Free Cooling
Cooling Valve Minimum
Cooling Valve Maximum
Heating Valve 3P Minimum
Heating Valve 3P Maximum
Fan Output
Maximum Speed
Minimum Speed
Dehumidification Temperature Differential
Dehumidification Differential Offset
Maximum CW Demand During Dehumidification
Parameters
Main Fan Speed Reduction During Dehum
Drain by low set point
Inactivity Drain
Periodic Flushing
Humidifier Unpowered Drain
Humidifier Cylinder Warning
Humidifier Time to Off
Humidifier Force Conductivity
Humidifier Threshold Conductivity Warning
Humidifier Threshold Conductivity Alarm
Humidifier Cylinder Maintenance Warning
Humidifier Flush Period
Humidifier Inactive Drain
Humidifier Percentage Timing Drain
Humidifier Percentage Timing Evaporation
Humidifier Conductivity Setpoint: Enable Alarms
Humidifier Control Limit
Humidifier Control Limit Delay
Condenser Pressure Alarm High Limit
Condenser Pressure Alarm Differential
Head Pressure Set point
Head Pressure Differential
Head Pressure Integral
Condenser Fans Minimum Speed
Condenser Fans Maximum Speed
Cond. HP Prevent Enable
Setpoint
Differential
Master Control Enable
Duty Rotation
Rotation Type
Standby Units
Rotation Time
Time Zones Units Rotation Time Hour
Time Zones Units Rotation Time Minute
Rotation Day
Temperature Assist
Temperature Assist Delay Low Temp.
Temperature Assist Delay High Temp.
Temperature Assist Low Temp. Set point
Temperature Assist Low Temp. Differential
Temperature Assist High Temp. Set point
Temperature Assist High Temp. Differential
Fire/Smoke/Phase Alarm
Enable Alarm When Unit Is Switched Off By Display

20

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USER
VALUE

RANGE

MEAS.
UNIT
Present / No Rotation,
Present Rotation, Not
Present
Present / No Rotation,
Present Rotation, Not
Present

0.1 15
0 - 999
0 10
0 10
No / Yes
0-30
Bar
0-30
Bar
No / Yes
No / Yes
Automatic Rotation, Time
zones, Running Hours
05
0 240
Hours
0 23
Hours
0 59
Minutes
Mon - Sun
Days
No / Yes
0 999
Minutes
0 999
Minutes
0 99.9
C
0 99.9
C
0 99.9
C
0 99.9
C
Man Auto
No / Yes

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ALPHACOOL

PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

FACTORY
VALUE

EXV Drivers
Number Of Drivers
Enable Battery Driver 1
Enable Battery Driver 2
Enable Battery Driver 3
Valve Type Circuit 1

F0
F0
F0
F0
F1

0
No
No
No
CAREL E2V**P

Circuit 1 Super Heat Set point


Circuit 1 Super Heat Dead Zone
Valve Type Circuit 2

F1
F1
F2

6
0
CAREL E2V**P

Circuit 2 Super Heat Set point


Circuit 2 Super Heat Dead Zone
Valve Type Circuit 3

F2
F2
F3

6
0
CAREL E2V**P

Circuit 3 Super Heat Set point


Circuit 3 Super Heat Dead Zone
PID Management Driver 1 Proportional Factor
PID Management Driver 1 Integral Factor
PID Management Driver 1 Derivative Factor
PID Management Driver 2 Proportional Factor
PID Management Driver 2 Integral Factor
PID Management Driver 2 Derivative Factor
PID Management Driver 3 Proportional Factor
PID Management Driver 3 Integral Factor
PID Management Driver 3 Derivative Factor
Low Super Heat Protection Driver 1 Low Limit
Low Super Heat Protection Driver 1 Integral Time
Low Super Heat Protection Driver 2 Low Limit
Low Super Heat Protection Driver 2 Integral Time
Low Super Heat Protection Driver 3 Low Limit
Low Super Heat Protection Driver 3 Integral Time
Circuit / EEV Ratio Driver 1
Circuit / EEV Ratio Driver 2
Circuit / EEV Ratio Driver 3
LOP Protection Limit
LOP Protection Integral Time
MOP Protection Start-up Delay
MOP Protection Limit
MOP Protection Integral Time
High Temperature Condenser Protection Limit
High Temperature Condenser Protection Integral Time
Suction Temperature High Limit
Custom Valve Configuration Minimum Steps
Custom Valve Configuration Maximum Steps
Custom Valve Configuration Closing Steps
Custom Valve Configuration Back Steps

F3
F3
F4
F4
F4
F5
F5
F5
F6
F6
F6
F7
F7
F8
F8
F9
F9
Fa
Fa
Fa
Fb
Fb
Fc
Fc
Fc
Fd
Fd
Fe
Ff
Ff
Fg
Fg

6
0
2.5
25
2
2.5
25
2
2.5
25
2
4
1
4
1
4
1
60
60
60
2
4
30
15
4
60
4
30
0
1600
3600
0

USER
VALUE

RANGE

MEAS.
UNIT

03
No / Yes
No / Yes
No / Yes
ALCO EX5-EX6, ALCO
EX7, ALCO EX8,
SPORLAN SEI 0.5-11,
SPORLAN SEI 25,
SPORLAN SEI 50-250,
DANFOSS ETS50,
DANFOSS ETS100, ,
CAREL E2V**P, CAREL
E2V**A, CUSTOM
2 50
C
0 9.9
C
ALCO EX5-EX6, ALCO
EX7, ALCO EX8,
SPORLAN SEI 0.5-11,
SPORLAN SEI 25,
SPORLAN SEI 50-250,
DANFOSS ETS50,
DANFOSS ETS100, ,
CAREL E2V**P, CAREL
E2V**A, CUSTOM
2 50
C
0 9.9
C
ALCO EX5-EX6, ALCO
EX7, ALCO EX8,
SPORLAN SEI 0.5-11,
SPORLAN SEI 25,
SPORLAN SEI 50-250,
DANFOSS ETS50,
DANFOSS ETS100, ,
CAREL E2V**P, CAREL
E2V**A, CUSTOM
2 50
C
0 9.9
C
0 99.9
0 999
Seconds
0 999
Seconds
0 99.9
0 999
Seconds
0 999
Seconds
0 99.9
0 999
Seconds
0 999
Seconds
-4 10
C
0 25.5
Seconds
-4 10
C
0 25.5
Seconds
-4 10
C
0 25.5
Seconds
0 - 100
%
0 - 100
%
0 - 100
%
-70 - 50
C
0 25.5
Seconds
0 500
-50 99.9
C
0 25.5
Seconds
0 99.9
C
0 25.5
Seconds
0 100
C
0 8100
Steps
0 8100
Steps
0 8100
Steps
0 8100
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PARAMETER DESCRIPTION

MASK

Custom Valve Configuration Opening Extra Steps


Custom Valve Configuration Closing Extra Steps
EXV Drivers
Custom Valve Configuration Phase Current
Custom Valve Configuration Still Current
Custom Valve Configuration Step Rate
Custom Valve Configuration Duty Cycle
Evaporator Pressure Probe Minimum Value
Evaporator Pressure Probe Maximum Value
Low Superheat Alarm Delay
High Suction Temperature Alarm Delay
LOP Alarm Delay
MOP Alarm Delay
Enable Rapid Dehumidification
Super Heat Set point In Dehumidification

Fh
Fh

FACTORY
VALUE
No
No

Fi
Fi
Fj
Fj
Fk
Fk
Fl
Fl
Fm
Fm
Fn
Fn

250
100
100
50
0
10
0
0
0
0
No
17

0 1000
0 1000
32 330
0 100
-9.9 10
-9.9 10
0 3600
0 3600
0 3600
0 3600
No / Yes
2 - 50

T0
T0
T1
T1
T2
T2
T3
T4
T4
T5
T5

10
60
180
200
180
120
60
180
0
360
10

0 999
0 999
0 9999
0 9999
0 9999
0 9999
10 300
0 9999
0 9999
0 9999
0 9999

Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds

V0
V1
V2
V3
V4
V5
V6

No
No
4648
4648
4648
4648
4648

No / Yes
No / Yes
0 - 9999
0 - 9999
0 9999
0 9999
0 9999

Timing
Fan Start-up Delay
Fan Run On Delay
Integration Time P+I Only
Opening Time 3P Valve
Delay Alarm Low Pressure
Delay Alarm Low/High Temperature/Humidity
Airflow Fail Alarm Delay
Minimum Off Time Compressors
Minimum Time Power On Compressors
Start Delay Same Compressor
Start Delay Different Compressors
Initialisation
Install Default Values
Erase Alarm Log
New Maintenance Password
Enable Internal Voltage Alarms
New Setpoint Password
New User Password
New Manufacturer Password

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VALUE

RANGE

MEAS.
UNIT

No / Yes
No / Yes
mA
mA
Hz
Bar
Bar
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds
Seconds

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MAIN FAN

5.1

GENERAL

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The main fan operates continuously while the unit is enabled. In the event of an airflow failure or critical alarm
the main fan will be switched off.
The main fan output can either be on/off or speed controlled.

5.2
5.2.1

FAN PARAMETERS
Fan Start-up Delay
The fan start-up delay must elapse before the main fan switches on, this occurs after power failure and every
time the main fan is switched on. Factory set to 10 seconds.

5.2.2

Fan Run On Delay


When the unit is switched off the main fan will run on before stopping. On units with electric heating this can
help dissipate residual heating and reduce the risk of an overheat cut-out alarm occurring. Factory set to 60
seconds.

5.2.3

Fan Output
Allows the main fan to be configured for digital or analogue output. When configured for a digital output the
main fan will be switched on/off by digital output 7 (NO7) on the controller. When configured for an analogue
output the main fan speed will be regulated by a fan speed controller connected to analogue output 1 (Y1) on
the controller.

5.2.4

Maximum Fan Speed


When configured for analogue output, the maximum control signal to the main fan speed controller can be
adjusted to prevent operational problems with the direct drive fan assembly. Factory set to 10 Volts.

5.2.5

Minimum Fan Speed


When configured for analogue output, the minimum control signal to the main fan speed controller can be
adjusted to prevent operational problems with the direct drive fan assembly. Factory set to 1 Volt.

5.2.6

Adjusting Parameters and Factory Values


Refer to parameters list and factory values, for a list of the adjustable parameters.
Pressing the
Press

button until you scroll the required parameter to be changed.

until the cursor is underneath the required parameter.

Pressing the
Press

button will change the value.

until the cursor is at the top of the screen.

Pressing the

button will scroll the display.


Esc

By pressing the

button, will escape to the menu screen.

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CONTROL MANAGEMENT
The control strategy has been designed to encompass the following control features for standalone or
grouped operation:
1, 2 or 3 stages of Direct Expansion (DX) Cooling
Modulated Free Cooling
Chilled Water Cooling
Low Pressure Hot Water Heating
1, 2 or 3 stages of Electric Heating
Variable Output Humidifier
Dehumidification by DX Control
Dehumidification by Modulating Chilled water valve

6.1

FREE COOLING
Free cooling is only initiated if the glycol temperature is 1C below the return air temperature and the glycol
temperature is above the glycol low temperature limit, usually set to 6C.
DX cooling will only be initiated on glycol free cooling units when the glycol free cooling valve is greater 95%
and disabled when the glycol free cooling valve is lower than 95% open for more than 1 minute. Glycol free
cooling will always take preference over DX cooling.

6.2
6.2.1

COMPRESSOR MANAGEMENT
Compressor Anti-cycle Sequence
Limiting the number of starts per hour will protect the compressors. This is achieved by limiting the
consecutive start up of a compressor, i.e. if the compressor has been on then stops, it will not be allowed to
start again until compressor off time has elapsed.
On start-up and power restart there is a compressor start delay time, after evaporator fan airflow switch is
healthy, and a time delay between compressor inter-stages.

6.2.2

Low Pressure Switches


The low pressure switch input will monitor the status of a normally open contact. An alarm will be generated
when the contact becomes open circuit and the low pressure alarm delay has elapsed.
Contact will close on pressure fall at 0.5 bar (7 psi), an alarm will be generated and the compressor will be
disabled. Contact will open on pressure rise at 2.5 bar (37 psi). The compressor will start after the alarm has
been reset and the compressor protection timers have elapsed.

6.2.3

Delay Low Pressure Alarm


To prevent nuisance low pressure alarms on initial compressor start-up. A delay is applied to the low pressure
switch alarm, factory set to 180 seconds.

6.2.4

Compressor Status Alarm


The compressor status input will monitor the status of a normally open contact on the compressor contactor.
An alarm will be generated if the compressor status input does not close within 5 seconds of the compressor
output switching on. This alarm can be triggered by either one or more of the following conditions; high
pressure safety switch, discharge gas thermostat or thermal cut-out protection. The compressor will start after
the alarm has been reset and the compressor protection timers have elapsed.

6.2.5

Minimum Time Power On Compressor


Time interval when the compressor must go on operating after it has been turned on, even if there is no
demand for it. (Unless alarmed condition prevents this). Factory set to 0 seconds.

6.2.6

Minimum Off Time Compressor


Time interval when the compressor must remain off, even if there is demand for it. Factory set 180 seconds.

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Start Delay Between Same Compressor


Time interval between 2 successive ON periods of the same compressor. Factory set 360 seconds, equal to
10 starts per hour.

6.2.8

Start Delay Different Compressors


Time interval between minimum ON periods of the compressor stages. If, after a cooling stage has been
initialised, and there is still a cooling demand, the controller will inhibit the next cooling stage output until the
time delay duration setting has elapsed. If the cooling demand is still required after this delay period has
elapsed the controller will initialise another cooling stage. (Compressor loading delay) Factory set to 10
seconds (limiting start current).

6.3
6.3.1

HEATING
General
If the return air temperature is less than the return air setpoint, the controller will select heating to satisfy the
heating requirement of the room. When the return air temperature is greater than room setpoint, heating will
be sequenced off.
On start-up and power restart there is a heating start delay time, after main fan airflow switch is healthy.

6.3.2

Overheat Cut-out
Each stage of electric heating is provided with an auto reset cut-out and a manual reset cut-out. The cut-outs
are normally closed contacts which are wired in series to a single overheat cut-out input on the controller. The
auto cut-out is designed to trip first and will cause the controller to switch off all stages of electric heat and
generate an alarm. When the temperature drops sufficiently for the auto cut-out to reset and the contact has
closed, the heating will start when called for.
Should the manual reset overheat cut-out trip, an alarm will be generated and all stages of electric heat will be
switched off and remain off until the reset button on the manual overheat cut-out is pressed.

6.3.3

Heating Mode
There 3 options available; heaters, LPHW and thyristor heating. Factory set to suit heating option fitted.

6.3.4

Number of Heaters
When the heating mode is configured for heaters, up-to a maximum of 3 heating stages can be selected.
Factory set to suit number of heater stages fitted.

6.3.5

Delay Between Heaters


When configured for heaters and all stages of electric heating are required, a delay is used between each
stage switching on. Reducing starting currents. Factory set to 3 seconds.

6.3.6

LPHW Heating
When the heating mode is configured for LPHW heating, digital outputs 4 (NO4) and 5 (NO5) are used to
provide a 3 point drive open / drive close control signals to the valve actuator.

6.3.7

Thyristor Heating
When the heating mode is configured for thyristor heating, analogue output 5 (Y5) is used to provide a 010Vdc control signal to the thyristor.

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HUMIDIFICATION
General
If the return air humidity is less than the return air humidity setpoint, the controller will modulate the humidifier
to satisfy the humidification requirement of the room. When the return air humidity has increased to the return
air humidity setpoint, humidification output will be modulated down.
On start-up and power restart there is a humidifier start delay time, after main fan airflow switch is healthy.

6.4.2

Description of Operation
Below is a brief description of the algorithm resident in the Bios of the controller for the management of the
humidifier with an immersed electrode cylinder.
In immersed electrode humidifiers, the steam is produced by boiling the water contained in the cylinder. This
occurs by simply filling the cylinder with water, and powering the internal electrodes. Due to the Joule effect,
the current heats the water to the boiling point.
The current that runs through the electrodes in the hot water cylinder essentially depends on the voltage
applied to the electrodes, and the conductivity and the level of the water inside the cylinder.
The purpose of the algorithm is to maintain the current that runs through the electrodes at a reference value
such that the correct percentage of steam is produced, according to reading of the humidity probes and the
parameters set by the user.
During evaporation, the level of the water decreases and thus, to maintain the current constant, the cylinder
would need to be continuously filled with very small quantities of water.
To avoid this, it has been decided to maintain the current within a certain range of values around the reference
current, by repeated water fill/evaporation cycles.
As well as the level of water in the cylinder, the other factor that determines the intensity of the current
measured is the conductivity of the water inside the cylinder.
In fact, during the fill/evaporation cycles, the conductivity of the water tends to increase, due to an increase in
the concentration of the salts contained in the water.
The conductivity of the water inside the hot water cylinder is measured indirectly, by measuring the time taken
to complete an evaporation cycle.
This time is then compared against a reference (typical for each cylinder) and, if the value is lower, a certain
amount of water is drained (drain for dilution), and the cylinder is topped up with less conductive mains water.
The humidifier also features a conductivity meter, which measures the conductivity of the mains water that is
added to the cylinder. In the case of high conductivity of the supply water, the control algorithm first signals a
pre-alarm (that does not stop operation) and then, if necessary, an alarm (that stops operation). This is
essential to avoid adding excessively conductive water to the cylinder, which may compromise the correct
operation of the humidifier.
A further element of fundamental importance is the high level sensor, which detects the presence of water
or foam.
The high level electrodes can be activated for any of the following reasons:

complete filling of the hot water cylinder when the machine if off due to leaks in the fill valve
high water level when first filling the cylinder
high water level following the depletion of the cylinder due to fouling on the plates
formation of foam

In the first case, when the high level sensor is activated, the algorithm stops the operation of the unit and
signals a cylinder full alarm, while in the other 3 cases the humidifier responds by draining water so as to
decrease the level.

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In the event of repeated activations of the high level sensor, the algorithm evaluates the possibility that the
causes may be due to the presence of foam. If after having completely washed the cylinder (complete draincomplete fill-complete drain), the high level sensor is activated again, the control signals a foam alarm (that
does not stop operation).
A crucial aspect in the operation of the humidifier is the control of any excess current input.
Whenever voltage is applied to the electrodes in the hot water cylinder after a period of inactivity, there may
be short yet intense peaks in current. Initially, in the event of excess current the algorithm responds
immediately by disconnecting power from the electrodes and performing a drain cycle. If the excess current
condition continues, the operation of the humidifier is stopped and the high current alarm is signalled.
The algorithm also controls how the drain cycles are performed, signalling a drain alarm if there is no
appreciable decrease in the current measured when the drain cycle starts.
Vice-versa, the no water alarm may be signalled if there is no appreciable increase in current while the
humidifier is filling with water.

6.4.3

Humidification
When humidification is enabled the controller will manage the humidifier. Factory set to suit.

6.4.4

Humidifier Type
The controller software has been pre-programmed with all cylinder types used throughout the AlphaCool
range. Factory set to suit cylinder fitted. Options available are listed here:

6.4.5

Rated Output kg/h

Rated Voltage

Phases

1.5
1.5
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
15.0
15.0
15.0
15.0

208
230
208
230
208
230
400
460
208
230
208
230
400
460
208
230
400
460
208
230
400
460
208
230
400
460

1
1
1
1
3
3
3
3
1
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

Position of the TAM


jumper
100
100
300
100
100
100
100
100
500
500
100
100
100
100
500
300
100
100
300
300
300
100
500
300
300
300

Number of TAM coils


1
2
2
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Maximum Production
This parameter allows the maximum rated steam production of the cylinder to be reduced, to suit site
conditions. Factory set to 100%.

6.4.6

Humidity Probe Threshold Minimum


Used to define the return air humidity sensor scaling. It is recommended that this parameter not adjusted.
Factory set to 0%.

6.4.7

Humidity Probe Threshold Maximum


Used to define the return air humidity sensor scaling. It is recommended that this parameter not adjusted.
Factory set to 100%.

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Drain by Low Set point


Disable the drain due to a decrease in the set point. Factory set to No.
Humidifier Threshold Conductivity Pre-Alarm
An alarm will be generated by the controller when the humidifier is filling and the mains water exceeds this
limit. Factory set to 1500S/cm.

6.4.9

Humidifier Threshold Conductivity Alarm


An alarm will be generated by the controller and the humidifier will be switched off, when the humidifier is
filling and the mains water exceeds this limit. Factory set to 2000S/cm.

6.4.10

Humidifier Percentage Timing Drain


Consult with Carel for definition. Factory set to 100%.

6.4.11

Humidifier Percentage Timing Evaporation


Consult with Carel for definition. Factory set to 100%.

6.4.12

Humidifier Manual Drain With Unit On


Consult with Carel for definition. Factory set to No.

6.4.13

Humidifier Pre-clean
Enable pre-wash of the cylinder.
This parameter is automatically reset after 10 seconds. The pre-wash can be activated whenever the
humidifier is disabled or the unit is switched off. Factory set to No.

6.4.14

Humidifier Total Drain


Enable manual drain of cylinder.
This parameter is automatically reset after 10 seconds. The duration of the drain is equal to the time required
to completely empty the cylinder. The complete initial drain can only be started when the controller is switched
on and the unit is switched off. If the humidifier is enabled and then later disabled, this drain cycle can no
longer be activated (unless the controller is switched off and on again). Factory set to No.

6.5
6.5.1

DEHUMIDIFICATION
DX System
If the return air humidity is more than the return air humidity setpoint + dehumidification deadband,
compressor 1 will be switched on to satisfy the dehumidification requirement. When the return air humidity has
decreased to the return air humidity setpoint, compressor 1 will be switched off. On multiple circuits, if
compressor 1 has an alarm then either compressor 2 or 3 will be switched on based on running hours.

6.5.2

Electronic Expansion Valve Rapid Dehumidification


On units with electronic expansion valves, rapid dehumidification is possible. During dehumidification the
superheat is increased from 6C to 17C. Operating the circuit in this mode creates low evaporating
temperatures and low coil surface temperatures.

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ELECTRONIC EXPANSION VALVES


The EVDriver module for the control of the electronic expansion valves (EEV) for pLAN network allows the
inlet overheating control for a more efficient and versatile operation of the refrigerating unit.
Efficient because the optimisation and the stabilization of the refrigerant flow to the evaporator increase the
performance of the installation assuring at the same time the safety (less activations of the low pressure
switch, less backflows of the refrigerant to the compressor,).
Moreover, if the EEV has been properly dimensioned, using the floating or low setpoint condensation (and
evaporation) pressure increase remarkably the efficiency of the installation allowing less energy consumption
and a better refrigerating yield.
Versatile because using the electronic expansion valve implies the possibility to manage refrigerating units
with very different capacities and in different operating conditions.
The use of the electronic expansion valve implies the installation not only of the EVDriver or the expansion
valve themselves, but also of a temperature sensor and a pressure transducer, both of them placed at the end
of the evaporator on the refrigerant side (on the compressor inlet pipe). Refer to fig 7-1 for a better
understanding of the typical installation layout.

1
3
Condenser

Discharge Line

2
P 4

Liquid Line
3
4
5

1
Suction line

Suction Line
Temperature Probe
Suction Line Pressure
Transducer
Condenser Fan Speed
Controller
Liquid Line Pressure
Transducer
Electronic Expansion
Valve

T P

Evaporator

Expansion Line

Fig. 6-1

The base principle of the new control algorithm aims at the installation stability combined with, when possible,
a quick achievement of the overheating steady state.
In this sense, the priorities to be considered for an optimum control of the refrigerating installation are a high
and constant refrigerating yield rather than an extremely low and stable overheating.
The heart of the control is a PID controller that features coefficients that can be set for the overheating.
The additional controls are:

LOW (Low overheating with integral time and adjustable threshold)

LOP (Low evaporation pressure, operating actually only on transients, with integral time and adjustable
threshold)

MOP (High evaporation pressure, with integral time and adjustable threshold)

HiTcond (High condensation pressure that can be activated only by condensation pressure probe read
by pCO, with integral time and adjustable threshold)

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In the parameter table, the control parameters, with the thresholds and the default values, are described. The
table below explains the meaning of the parameter VALVE TYPE (see screens F1 F2):
PARAMETER VALUE
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

6.6.1

CORRESPONDING VALVE TYPE


Alco EX5 EX6
Alco EX7
Alco EX8
Sporlan SEI 0.5 11
Sporlan SEN 25
Sporlan SEN 50 250
Danfoss ETS 50
Danfoss ETS 100
--Carel E2V**P
--Custom (other valve type)

CW System
If the return air humidity is more than the return air humidity setpoint, the controller will modulate open the CW
valve to satisfy the dehumidification requirement of the room. As the return air humidity falls the controller will
modulate close the CW valve until the return air humidity setpoint is achieved.

6.6.2

Dehumidification Limiting
To prevent the return air temperature reducing to unacceptable low limits in dehumidification during periods of
low heat load. The controller monitors the return air temperature and disables the dehumidification output if
return air temperature falls below an adjustable limit. Dehumidification is enabled again when the return air
temperature exceeds the return temperature setpoint.

6.6.3

Dehumidification Temperature Differential


The dehumidification temperature differential is used to calculate the low limit the return air temperature can
fall to during dehumidification. The low limit is calculated as:
Low Limit = Return Temperature Set point Dehumidification Temperature Differential

6.6.4

Maximum CW Valve Demand During Dehumidification


The maximum dehumidification demand is used to limit the CW Valve output when the dehumidification
demand is 100%. For example when the Maximum Dehumidification Demand is set to 50% and the
dehumidification demand is 100% the CW valve position will be 50%. Factory set to 100%.

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HEAD PRESSURE CONTROL

7.1

GENERAL
The head pressure control output will modulate from 0-100%. The controller monitors the liquid line pressure
value(s), producing an output to operate the condenser fan speed controller to vary the fan(s) between
minimum and maximum speeds.

7.2

HIGH CONDENSER PRESSURE ALARM


If the liquid line pressure is greater than the condenser pressure alarm high limit, the compressor will switch
off and an alarm will be generated. When the liquid line pressure decreases below the condenser pressure
alarm differential, the alarm will auto reset and the compressor, providing there is still demand, will switch back
on after the compressor protection timers have elapsed.

7.3

HEAD PRESSURE SETPOINT


Factory set to 17.0 Bar for conventional thermal expansion valves or 14.0 Bar for electronic expansion valve.
Pressure before condenser fans will start.

7.4

HEAD PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL


When the head pressure reaches set point the fan speed controller output will increase proportionally,
reaching maximum speed when the head pressure is equal to the set point + differential. Factory set to
4.0 Bar.

7.5

HEAD PRESSURE INTEGRAL


During operation the head pressure may stabilise below set point. This offset can be minimised by setting an
integral time. It is recommended that this is not adjusted and is left at the factory setting of 0 seconds.

7.6

MINIMUM SPEED
Allows the operating field of the 0-10V output to be limited within a minimum value, factory set to 0V.

7.7

MAXIMUM SPEED
Allows the operating field of the 0-10V output to be limited within a maximum value, factory set to 10V.

7.8

HEAD PRESSURE CONTROL SETPOINT NIGHT OPERATION


The night operation lifts the set point, to provide quieter running conditions
Factory set to 22.0 Bar. Pressure before condenser fans will start.

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SENSORS

8.1

ANALOGUE INPUTS

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The different types of sensors can be selected via a parameter in the application software.

8.2
8.2.1

FAULTY SENSORS
Return Air Temperature
If the return air temperature sensor fails then all heating and cooling outputs are disabled. When the sensor
fail is cleared heating and cooling are automatically enabled.

8.2.2

Return Air Humidity


If the return air humidity sensor fails then all humidification and dehumidification outputs are disabled. When
the sensor fail is cleared humidification and dehumidification are automatically enabled.

8.2.3

Supply Air Temperature


If Supply Limiting is enabled then during a supply air temperature sensor failure, this feature is disabled. When
the sensor fail is cleared Supply Limiting is recovered.

8.2.4

Liquid Line Pressure Transducer


If the liquid line pressure transducer goes faulty, then condenser fans will run at maximum set speed. When
the probe is reliable this will automatically control the circuit.

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HOURS RUN
The component hours run and hours run thresholds and hours run can be reset or adjusted in the
maintenance menu. The following is a list of the hours run available:

9.1

Main Fan
Compressor 1
Compressor 2
Compressor 3
Humidifier

HOURS RUN TIME COUNTER THRESHOLD


The time counter threshold is the value when the controller will generate a component maintenance hours run
exceeded alarm. The alarm is information only the unit will operate as normal. The maintenance alarm cannot
be reset until the time counter is reset.

9.2

Main fan threshold. Factory set to: 99,000 hours


Compressor 1 threshold. Factory set to: 99,000 hours
Compressor 2 threshold. Factory set to: 99,000 hours
Compressor 3 threshold. Factory set to: 99,000 hours

HOURS RUN TIME COUNTER RESET


The maintenance time counter reset, resets the individual component hours to zero.

9.3

HOURS RUN TIME ADJUSTMENT


The maintenance time counter reset, resets the individual component hours to zero.

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ALARMS

10.1

ALARM MENU DISPLAY

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Displays

The most current alarm is 001.

Alarm Active / Alarm Cleared


Alarm Label
Time of Alarm

Date of Alarm

Fig. 11-1

10.1.1

Alarm Log
The alarm page offers a log of the last 100 alarm messages in a scrolling log, pressing the alarm button will
enter the alarm page. Consequently the most recent alarm has the lowest log number (001) and will be
displayed upon entering the alarm page. As another alarm occurs, the alarm number increases until 100
alarms have occurred. From this point on, alarm 001 moves to 002 and any new alarm will reside in position
001. As new alarms are generated and cleared, the highest number logs (100) in the scroll will be lost.

10.1.2

Viewing the Alarm Log


By using the arrow keys, the last 100 alarms generated can be reviewed in chronological order. The display
provides the alarm type information and the time and date of each alarm occurrence.

10.1.3

Alarm Detection
When the controller detects an alarm an output is generated to the relevant alarm relay which in turn
button. To see which alarm has accrued press the
button and the most recent alarm
illuminates the
will be displayed. If the alarm light is on, the alarm page can be interrogated to identify which alarm is active.

10.1.4

Resetting the Alarm


Once the alarm condition has cleared and if the alarm is not an auto-reset type. The alarm can be reset by the
alarm button on the display keypad, where the alarm red light will go out to indicate the alarm is clear.

10.1.5

Erasing the Alarm Log


The alarm history log can be erased by selecting Erase Alarm Log (V1) in Manufacturer parameters.

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Alarm 1: Low Pressure Compressor 1
This alarm indicates that the low pressure safety switch for circuit 1 has tripped and has switched off
compressor 1. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.2

Alarm 2: Low Pressure Compressor 2


This alarm indicates that the low pressure safety switch for circuit 2 has tripped and has switched off
compressor 2. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.3

Alarm 3: Low Pressure Compressor 3


This alarm indicates that the low pressure safety switch for circuit 3 has tripped and has switched off
compressor 3. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.4

Alarm 4: Airflow Failure


This alarm indicates that the airflow switch has not detected any airflow for 60 seconds when the main fan has
been switched on. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.5

Alarm 5: Overheat Cut-out


This alarm indicates that either the auto or manual or both auto and manual cut-outs have tripped and has
switched off all stages of electric / thyristor heating. The alarm is auto reset within the controller, but if the
alarm does not clear, then the manual cut-out may need to be reset within the unit.

10.2.6

Alarm 6: Fire/Smoke/Phase Alarm


This alarm indicates that a fire/smoke/phase alarm has occurred and the unit has shutdown. This alarm is
manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.7

Alarm 7: Filter Change


This alarm indicates that the air filters within the unit need replacing or cleaning. To prevent nuisance alarms
on initial fan start-up, the filter change switch must remain tripped for 5 minutes. When the filters have been
replaced or cleaned, the alarm is auto reset within the controller.

10.2.8

Alarm 8: High Return Temperature


This alarm indicates that the return air temperature has exceeded the return air temperature high limit. To
prevent nuisance alarms on initial fan start-up, the alarm is delayed for 2 minutes. When the return air
temperature is below the high limit the alarm is auto reset within the controller.

10.2.9

Alarm 9: Low Return Temperature


This alarm indicates that the return air temperature has exceeded the return air temperature low limit. To
prevent nuisance alarms on initial fan start-up, the alarm is delayed for 2 minutes. When the return air
temperature is above the low limit the alarm is auto reset within the controller.

10.2.10 Alarm 10: High Return Humidity


This alarm indicates that the return air humidity has exceeded the return air humidity high limit. To prevent
nuisance alarms on initial fan start-up, the alarm is delayed for 2 minutes. When the return air humidity is
below the high limit the alarm is auto reset within the controller.

10.2.11 Alarm 11: Low Return Humidity


This alarm indicates that the return air humidity has exceeded the return air humidity low limit. To prevent
nuisance alarms on initial fan start-up, the alarm is delayed for 2 minutes. When the return air humidity is
above the low limit the alarm is auto reset within the controller.

10.2.12 Alarm 12: Hours Limit Compressor 1


This alarm indicates that the running hours of compressor 1 has exceeded the hours run threshold. This alarm
is for maintenance use only and the compressor will continue to operate. Before attempting to reset this alarm,
the running hours of compressor need to adjusted below the hours run threshold. Then this manual reset
alarm can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

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10.2.13 Alarm 13: Hours Limit Compressor 2


This alarm indicates that the running hours of compressor 2 has exceeded the hours run threshold. This alarm
is for maintenance use only and the compressor will continue to operate. Before attempting to reset this alarm,
the running hours of compressor need to adjusted below the hours run threshold. Then this manual reset
alarm can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.14 Alarm 14: Hours Limit Compressor 3


This alarm indicates that the running hours of compressor 3 has exceeded the hours run threshold. This alarm
is for maintenance use only and the compressor will continue to operate. Before attempting to reset this alarm,
the running hours of compressor need to adjusted below the hours run threshold. Then this manual reset
alarm can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.15 Alarm 15: Hours Limit Main Fan


This alarm indicates that the running hours of the main fan has exceeded the hours run threshold. This alarm
is for maintenance use only and the main fan will continue to operate. Before attempting to reset this alarm,
the running hours of main fan need to adjusted below the hours run threshold. Then this manual reset alarm
can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.16 Alarm 16: Return Temperature Fault


This alarm indicates that the return air temperature sensor is not operating correctly. During this alarm the
controller disables all heating and cooling outputs. When the sensor is operating normally the alarm will auto
reset and the controller will enable heating and cooling.

10.2.17 Alarm 17: Return Humidity Fault


This alarm indicates that the return air humidity sensor is not operating correctly. During this alarm the
controller disables all humidification and dehumidification outputs. When the sensor is operating normally the
alarm will auto reset and the controller will enable humidification and dehumidification.

10.2.18 Alarm 18: Supply Temperature Fault


This alarm indicates that the supply air temperature sensor is not operating correctly. During this alarm the
controller will disable supply air limiting, if enabled. When the sensor is operating normally the alarm will auto
reset and the controller will resume supply air limiting, if enabled.

10.2.19 Alarm 19: Condensing Pressure 1 Fault


This alarm indicates that condensing pressure sensor 1 is not operating correctly. During this alarm the
controller will operate the condenser fan 1 at full speed. When the sensor is operating normally the alarm will
auto reset and the controller will resume normal head pressure control.

10.2.20 Alarm 20: Condensing Pressure 2 Fault


This alarm indicates that condensing pressure sensor 2 is not operating correctly. During this alarm the
controller will operate the condenser fan 2 at full speed. When the sensor is operating normally the alarm will
auto reset and the controller will resume normal head pressure control.

10.2.21 Alarm 21: Condensing Pressure 3 Fault


This alarm indicates that condensing pressure sensor 3 is not operating correctly. During this alarm the
controller will operate the condenser fan 3 at full speed. When the sensor is operating normally the alarm will
auto reset and the controller will resume normal head pressure control.

10.2.22 Alarm 22: Glycol Temperature Fault


This alarm indicates that glycol temperature sensor is not operating correctly. During this alarm the controller
will disable free cooling operation and allow the compressors to operate to satisfy the cooling. When the
sensor is operating normally the alarm will auto reset and the controller will resume normal free
cooling operation.

10.2.23 Alarm 23: High Current Humidifier


This alarm indicates that the humidifier has a high operating current. During this alarm the humidifier will be
switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.24 Alarm 24: Lack Water Humidifier


This alarm indicates that the humidifier has not measured any current during the fill cycle and hence
determined that no water has entered the humidifier. During this alarm the humidifier will be switched off. This
alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

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10.2.25 Alarm 25: Low Current Humidifier


This alarm indicates that the humidifier has a low operating current, suggesting the cylinder needs replacing or
cleaning. During this alarm the humidifier will be switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared
by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.26 Alarm 26: Clock Faulty


This alarm indicates that the controllers real time clock is not operating correctly. During this alarm any time
zones set-up would be ignored. When the clock is operating normally the alarm will auto reset and the
controller will resume any time zones previously set-up.

10.2.27 Alarm 27: High Pressure Compressor 1


This alarm indicates that the condenser pressure for compressor 1 has exceeded the condenser high limit and
compressor 1 has switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting
the Alarm.

10.2.28 Alarm 28: High Pressure Compressor 2


This alarm indicates that the condenser pressure for compressor 2 has exceeded the condenser high limit and
compressor 2 has switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting
the Alarm.

10.2.29 Alarm 29: High Pressure Compressor 3


This alarm indicates that the condenser pressure for compressor 3 has exceeded the condenser high limit and
compressor 3 has switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting
the Alarm.

10.2.30 Alarm 30: Water Flood


This alarm indicates that the water has been detected by the unit and the unit has shutdown. This alarm is
manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.31 Alarm 31: Not Used


This alarm is currently not used.

10.2.32 Alarm 32: Compressor 1 Status


This alarm indicates that compressor 1 contactor did not close within 5 seconds of the compressor 1 output
switching on. This alarm can be triggered by either one or more of the following conditions; high pressure
safety switch, discharge gas thermostat or thermal cut-out protection. This alarm is manual reset and can be
cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.33 Alarm 33: Compressor 2 Status


This alarm indicates that compressor 2 contactor did not close within 5 seconds of the compressor 2 output
switching on. This alarm can be triggered by either one or more of the following conditions; high pressure
safety switch, discharge gas thermostat or thermal cut-out protection. This alarm is manual reset and can be
cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.34 Alarm 34: Compressor 3 Status


This alarm indicates that compressor 3 contactor did not close within 5 seconds of the compressor 3 output
switching on. This alarm can be triggered by either one or more of the following conditions; high pressure
safety switch, discharge gas thermostat or thermal cut-out protection. This alarm is manual reset and can be
cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.35 Alarm 35: Hours Limit Humidifier


This alarm indicates that the running hours of the humidifier has exceeded the hours run threshold. This alarm
is for maintenance use only and the humidifier will continue to operate. Before attempting to reset this alarm,
the running hours of humidifier need to reset. Then this manual reset alarm can be cleared by referring to
10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.36 Alarm 36: Not Used


This alarm is currently not used.

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10.2.37 Alarm 37: LAN Disconnected


This alarm indicates that there is a network communications fault between one or more units. If the unit is
configured as standby, the unit will automatically start-up and continue to operate until the network
communications fault has been rectified. This alarm is auto reset.

10.2.38 Alarm 38: Frost Protection


This alarm indicates that the controller has disabled DX cooling to prevent frost damaging the LPHW coil. This
alarm is auto reset.

10.2.39 Alarm 39: Low Glycol Temperature


This alarm indicates that the glycol temperature has exceeded the glycol temperature low limit and has
disabled glycol free cooling. When the glycol temperature is above the low limit the alarm is auto reset within
the controller and glycol free cooling is enabled.

10.2.40 Alarm 40: Probes Error Driver 1


This alarm can be triggered by either a suction pressure transducer fault or a suction line temperature sensor
fault. During the alarm the electronic expansion valve is closed and compressor 1 is switched off. This alarm is
manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.41 Alarm 41: EEPROM Error Driver 1


This alarm indicates that there has been an error between the data stored in the EEPROM memory and the
data stored in the controller. During the alarm the electronic expansion valve is closed and compressor 1 is
switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.42 Alarm 42: Stepper Motor Error Driver 1


This alarm indicates that there has been an electrical fault with the electronic expansion valves stepper motor.
During the alarm compressor 1 is switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to
10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.43 Alarm 43: Battery Error Driver 1


This alarm indicates that the battery is not recharging correctly or storing electrical charge. This alarm is
manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.44 Alarm 44: MOP Alarm Driver 1


This alarm indicates that the evaporating temperature has exceeded the MOP limit. During the alarm the
electronic expansion valve driver modulates the valve closed to reduce the operating pressure, still
maintaining the super heat. This alarm is auto reset.

10.2.45 Alarm 45: LOP Alarm Driver 1


This alarm indicates that the evaporating temperature has exceed the LOP limit. During the alarm the
electronic expansion valve driver modulates the valve open to increase the operating pressure, still
maintaining the super heat. This alarm is auto reset.

10.2.46 Alarm 46: Low Super Heat Alarm Driver 1


This alarm indicates that the super heat has exceeded the low super heat limit. During the alarm compressor 1
is switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.47 Alarm 47: High Suction Temperature Alarm Driver 1


This alarm indicates that the suction temperature sensor has exceeded the high suction temperature limit.
This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.48 Alarm 48: Valve Not Closed Driver 1


This alarm indicates that the electronic expansion valve was not closed when the power was restored. During
this alarm compressor 1 is switched until the alarm is reset. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by
referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.49 Alarm 49: Probes Error Driver 2


This alarm can be triggered by either a suction pressure transducer fault or a suction line temperature sensor
fault. During the alarm the electronic expansion valve is closed and compressor 1 is switched off. This alarm is
manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

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10.2.50 Alarm 50: EEPROM Error Driver 2


This alarm indicates that there has been an error between the data stored in the EEPROM memory and the
data stored in the controller. During the alarm the electronic expansion valve is closed and compressor 1 is
switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.51 Alarm 51: Stepper Motor Error Driver 2


This alarm indicates that there has been an electrical fault with the electronic expansion valves stepper motor.
During the alarm compressor 1 is switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to
10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.52 Alarm 52: Battery Error Driver 2


This alarm indicates that the battery is not recharging correctly or storing electrical charge. This alarm is
manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.53 Alarm 53: MOP Alarm Driver 2


This alarm indicates that the evaporating temperature has exceeded the MOP limit. During the alarm the
electronic expansion valve driver modulates the valve closed to reduce the operating pressure, still
maintaining the super heat. This alarm is auto reset.

10.2.54 Alarm 54: LOP Alarm Driver 2


This alarm indicates that the evaporating temperature has exceed the LOP limit. During the alarm the
electronic expansion valve driver modulates the valve open to increase the operating pressure, still
maintaining the super heat. This alarm is auto reset.

10.2.55 Alarm 55: Low Super Heat Alarm Driver 2


This alarm indicates that the super heat has exceeded the low super heat limit. During the alarm compressor 1
is switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.
Alarm 56: High Suction Temperature Alarm Driver 2
This alarm indicates that the suction temperature sensor has exceeded the high suction temperature limit.
This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.56 Alarm 56: Not used


10.2.57 Alarm 57: Valve Not Closed Driver 2
This alarm indicates that the electronic expansion valve was not closed when the power was restored. During
this alarm compressor 1 is switched until the alarm is reset. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by
referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.58 Alarm 58: Probes Error Driver 3


This alarm can be triggered by either a suction pressure transducer fault or a suction line temperature sensor
fault. During the alarm the electronic expansion valve is closed and compressor 1 is switched off. This alarm is
manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.59 Alarm 59: EEPROM Error Driver 3


This alarm indicates that there has been an error between the data stored in the EEPROM memory and the
data stored in the controller. During the alarm the electronic expansion valve is closed and compressor 1 is
switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.60 Alarm 60: Stepper Motor Error Driver 3


This alarm indicates that there has been an electrical fault with the electronic expansion valves stepper motor.
During the alarm compressor 1 is switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to
10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.61 Alarm 61: Not used


10.2.62 Alarm 62: MOP Alarm Driver 3
This alarm indicates that the evaporating temperature has exceeded the MOP limit. During the alarm the
electronic expansion valve driver modulates the valve closed to reduce the operating pressure, still
maintaining the super heat. This alarm is auto reset.

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10.2.63 Alarm 63: LOP Alarm Driver 3


This alarm indicates that the evaporating temperature has exceed the LOP limit. During the alarm the
electronic expansion valve driver modulates the valve open to increase the operating pressure, still
maintaining the super heat. This alarm is auto reset.

10.2.64 Alarm 64: Low Super Heat Alarm Driver 3


This alarm indicates that the super heat has exceeded the low super heat limit. During the alarm compressor 1
is switched off. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.
Alarm 65: High Suction Temperature Alarm Driver 3
This alarm indicates that the suction temperature sensor has exceeded the high suction temperature limit.
This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.65 Alarm 66: Valve Not Closed Driver 3


This alarm indicates that the electronic expansion valve was not closed when the power was restored. During
this alarm compressor 1 is switched until the alarm is reset. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by
referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.66 Alarm 67: High Conductivity Alarm


This alarm indicates that the mains water supply conductivity has exceeded the high conductivity limit and the
humidifier has been disabled. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting
the Alarm.

10.2.67 Alarm 68: High Conductivity Warning


This alarm indicates that the mains water supply conductivity has exceeded the warning conductivity limit; the
humidifier is still allowed to operate. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5
Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.68 Alarm 69: Low Production Humidifier


This alarm indicates that the humidifier has not reached its required steam production. This alarm is manual
reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.69 Alarm 70: Drain Alarm Humidifier


This alarm indicates that the humidifier cannot drain the water from the cylinder. This alarm is manual reset
and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.70 Alarm 71: Humidifier Full


This alarm indicates that the water level within the cylinder has reached the high level electrodes. This alarm
is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.71 Alarm 72: Pre-exhaustion Humidifier


This alarm indicates that the cylinder needs to be replaced. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by
referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.72 Alarm 73: Foam In The Humidifier


This alarm indicates that foam or bubbles have been detected within the cylinder. This alarm is manual reset
and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.73 Alarm 74: Exhaustion Humidifier


This alarm indicates that the cylinder has ceased working and needs to be replaced. This alarm is manual
reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the Alarm.

10.2.74 Alarm 75: CW Inlet Temperature Fault


This alarm indicates that the CW inlet temperature sensor is not operating correctly. When the sensor is
operating normally the alarm will auto reset.

10.2.75 Alarm 76: CW Outlet Temperature Fault


This alarm indicates that the CW outlet temperature sensor is not operating correctly. When the sensor is
operating normally the alarm will auto reset.

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10.2.76 Alarm 77: Compressor 1 Trip


This alarm indicates that compressor 1 has tripped in the condensing unit. During this alarm the controller will
switch off compressor 1. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the
Alarm.

10.2.77 Alarm 78: Compressor 2 Trip


This alarm indicates that compressor 2 has tripped in the condensing unit. During this alarm the controller will
switch off compressor 1. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the
Alarm.

10.2.78 Alarm 79: Compressor 3 Trip


This alarm indicates that compressor 3 has tripped in the condensing unit. During this alarm the controller will
switch off compressor 1. This alarm is manual reset and can be cleared by referring to 10.1.5 Resetting the
Alarm.

10.2.79 Alarm 80: High Low Supply Temperature


This alarm indicates that the supply air temperature has exceeded the supply air temperature high limit and
heating has been disabled. When the supply air temperature falls below the high limit heating is enabled. This
alarm is auto reset.

10.2.80 Alarm 81: Low High Supply Temperature


This alarm indicates that the supply air temperature has exceeded the supply air temperature low limit and
cooling has been disabled. When the supply air temperature rises above the low limit cooling is enabled. This
alarm is auto reset.

10.2.81 Alarm 82: Warning Cy1.1 Maintenance


This alarm indicates that the cylinder operating hours have exceeded. The warning can be reset by the
operation hours counter.

10.2.82 Alarm 83: Cy1.1 Maintenance (Cylinder OFF)


This alarm indicates that the cylinder maximum operating life has been exceeded and the bottle
needs replacing.

10.2.83 Alarm 84: Driver 1 LAN Disconnected


This alarm indicates that the system cannot detect a connection to EEV driver 1.

10.2.84 Alarm 85: Driver 2 LAN Disconnected


This alarm indicates that the system cannot detect a connection to EEV driver 2.

10.2.85 Alarm 86: Driver 3 LAN Disconnected


This alarm indicates that the system cannot detect a connection to EEV driver 3.

10.2.86 Alarm 87: Bottle Change Alarm


This alarm indicates that the cylinder needs to be changed when a vapac humidifier is selected.

10.2.87 Alarm 88: Unit Switched Off By Display


This alarm indicates that the unit is turned off be the display, the unit can be turned on in the programming
section of the controller.

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Up to 6 units can be configured as run standby. The following example is for 2 run and 1 standby.

11.1

ADDRESSING THE PCO2 CONTROLLER


1
2

Switch OFF all units.


The address settings of each unit should be set-up as follows:
Unit 1 Controller Address 1, Display Address 7, EEV Driver 1 Address 13, EEV Driver 2 Address 19,
EEV Driver 3 Address 25
Unit 2 Controller Address 2, Display Address 8, EEV Driver 1 Address 14, EEV Driver 2 Address 20,
EEV Driver 3 Address 26
Unit 3 Controller Address 3, Display Address 9, EEV Driver 1 Address 15, EEV Driver 2 Address 21,
EEV Driver 3 Address 27

The network cables (AireLAN) must be terminated as shown below:


AWG 20/22

Pay attention to the network polarity: RX/TX+ on one board must be


connected to Rx/Tx+ on the other boards; the same is true for Rx/Tx-.
The shield or the twisted pair must be connected to ground at both
ends.

AWG 20/22

AWG 20/22

J10

AWG 20/22

Fig. 11-1

Note: use AWG20/22 twisted pair (with overall shield) cable Belden ref. 8762 (Airedale ref:- 017-415) for
plan network
Ground connections between controllers must be from the same ground
Network terminals (rx/tx) must have same polarity on all units in network

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Switch ON all units.

On Unit 1 press

Prg

to enter the main navigation menu and select the Manufacturer sub menu.

The display will show the following:


Press

to enter the manufacturer password. Use the

keys, to enter the first digit of the password (0) then press
move to the next digit. Use the

to

keys to enter the second digit and then press

keys to enter the third digit (1) and then press

the next. Use the

keys to enter the forth digit (3) and then press


Use the
The display will show the following:6
6

Press
to access the configuration menu. Press the
key twice to select screen Cc.
The display will show the following:

Press

to move to

to move to the next.

arrow

until the cursor is underneath the Present/No Rotat. Press

once then press

until the cursor is underneath the Not Present. Press

Present/Rotation then press

. Press

once then press

twice to select

until the cursor is underneath the

twice to select Present/Rotation then press


Not Present. Press
The display will show the following:

Esc

to return to the manufacture menu. Then press the


Press
arrow key once.
The display will show the following:

Press
to access the parameter menu. Press the
twice to select screen Gk.
The display will show the following:

arrow key

The system can be configured for 3 rotation types:

Running Hours Units rotated based on main fan running hours.

Time zones Units rotated on a given day and time.

Automatic Rotation Units rotated based on rotation time.


Press

until the cursor is underneath the Running Hours and use the

rotation type, press


Use the

keys to change the

to confirm.

arrow keys to adjust the number of standby units, press

to confirm.

Use the arrow keys to adjust the rotation time, press


to confirm.
For testing purposes a rotation time of 2 minutes can be selected by setting the rotation time to
0 hours.

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The following screens will only appear when the rotation type is set to Time zones.
Using the arrow keys

select the screen G1.

The display will show the following:

Press until the cursor is underneath 1 and use the

10

keys to adjust the hours then press

Use the

keys to adjust the minutes then press

Use the

keys to adjust the rotation interval (1 7 days) press

Press the

arrow key to select screen Gm

The display will show the following:

Press

until the cursor is underneath No and use the

arrow keys to change to Yes then press

The display will show the following:

Use the

arrow keys to adjust the delay time before the

standby unit starts of a low temperature, press

arrow keys to adjust the delay time before the standby unit starts of a high

Use the

temperature, press

11

to confirm.

arrow key once to select screen Gn


Press the
The display will show the following:
Press

to move the cursor and use the

adjust the set point then press


12

arrow keys to

. Use the

keys to adjust the differential then press

arrow key once to select screen Go


Press the
The display will show the following:

Press
the

44

to confirm.

to move the cursor and use the

keys to adjust the set point then press

keys to adjust the differential then press

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Up to 6 units can be connected on the pLAN, with 1 or more units in standby mode.

11.2.1

Master Unit (Address 1)


A unit which will be the Master during normal operation. Controls the sequencing on a timed basis for
changeover of the Run/Stand-by, and the assist on high/low temperature.

11.2.2

Run Unit
A unit which is running during normal operation. Each unit microprocessor controls its own outputs for the
evaporator fans, compressors, heaters, and free cooling dampers.

11.2.3

Stand-by Unit
A unit that is not running, but is available to run when called for.
Rotation time every 24 hours.

11.2.4

Stand-by Unit Assist on High/Low Temperature


Stand-by unit to assist on high/low temperature. If the return air temperature high/low limit assist is reached
the stand-by unit(s) will be enabled, until the temperature high/low assist alarm as cleared.
The support unit control for cooling and heating can be disabled with the user interface.
The high/low alarm start delay of 120 seconds has to elapse before the stand-by unit turns on, and there is a
minimum run time of 300 seconds before the unit goes back to stand-by.

11.2.5

Network Failure
In the event of any unit generating a network failure, all units will change to Stand Alone operation until the
fault has been rectified.

11.2.6

Emergency Switching
When the Master unit recognises a CRITICAL ALARM condition from any unit, and there is a stand-by unit, it
will automatically switch on the stand-by unit, and the unit in alarm will become the stand-by.
The switch over to be delayed to allow the alarm condition to reset.

11.3

NETWORK DISPLAY
The user will be able to view all modules connected to the AIRELAN pressing
+
button, you can
access each control connected to the AIRELAN. The display will show the unit number it is currently viewing
at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. (Examples U1: U2: U3: U4: U5: U6:) All the controllers
connected to the AIRELAN network are identified using their own individual address. If the same address is
assigned to more than 1 controller the network will not work.

11.4

AIRELAN ARCHITECTURE
Add 32

Master

Slave 1

Slave 2

Add 1

Add 2

Add 3

Slave 3

Slave 4

Slave 5

Add 4

Add 5

Add 6

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PROGRAMMING
Note: When uploading the software for spares or units on site, check the wiring diagrams and work instruction
sheets to make sure they are set for the correct end user. If there are no wiring diagrams then look at the
inputs/outputs on the controller.

12.1

PCO3 PROGRAMMING SMART KEY


The Smart Key is an option for the pCO controller that allows you to transfer programs from the key to
the controller.

Fig. 12-1

12.1.1

Additional Information
When copying from the key, the software contained in the target is completely deleted and replaced with the
software contained in the source. The Boot, Bios, BLK table and saved parameters are copied.
Any software protection passwords are also copied.
The calibration and any logs saved in the expansion memory are not copied.

12.1.2

Connection of the Smart Key


With reference to Fig 12.-1, the connection of the smart key to the controller, must be performed according to
the following procedure:

12.1.3

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Transferring from the Smart Key to the pCO3 controller

Switch off the controller


Insert the Smart Key into the pLAN connection port (as shown in Fig 12-1)
Turn the controller ON
The Smart Key will light up and beep once
Two arrow LEDs will begin to flash for a period of time
Once the arrow LEDs have stopped flashing one of them will illuminate to indicate the direction of data
been transferred

To toggle the direction arrow press and hold the Mode button until
is selected
When the correct direction is selected press the START button to commence transfer

When data is been transferred the


LED will begin to flicker
The Smart Key will generate a number of beeps once the transfer to the controller is complete
Restart the controller by turning the power on and off to initialise the new settings
Transfer is complete

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PROGRAMMING WITH THE COMPUTER


Connection of the RS232 to RS485 converter
Connect the RS232 cable to the comport of the computer, then connect the connection cable to J10 on the
pCO controller

12.2.2

WinLoad32
The correct sequence to upload a pCO controller is:
BOOT
BIOS
APPLICATION
Note: the boot and bios only have to be uploaded if the controller does not have the latest versions loaded.
The following (Fig. 12-2 - Fig. 12-5) are
examples, the correct files should be used
when uploading the BOOT, BIOS or
APPLICATION WinLoad32

Fig. 12-2

12.2.3

Connection to the pCO


Set the serial port and pCO address to the correct number

12.2.4

To upload BOOT

Click on the Boot tab


Select the correct Boot version
Power the pCO controller
The OFF LINE will change to ON LINE
Enter the password
Click on the correct Boot version to highlight it
The screen will show the following: Fig. 12-3
Click on the Upload button
Wait until the upload procedure is complete
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12.2.5

To upload BIOS

12.2.6

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Click on the Bios tab


Select the correct Bios version
Power the pCO controller
The OFF LINE will change to ON LINE
Click on the correct Bios version to highlight it
The screen will show the following: Fig. 12-4
Click on the Upload button
Wait until the upload procedure is complete

To upload Application

Click on the Application tab


Select the correct Application
Power the pCO controller
The OFF LINE will change to ON
LINE
Click on the correct iup files to
highlight it
Click on the correct blb files to
highlight it
The screen will show the following:
Fig. 12-5 Click on the Upload
button
Wait until the upload procedure is
complete

Fig. 12-4

Fig. 12-5

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REAL TIME CLOCK

13.1

REAL TIME CLOCK


The real time clock allows the controller to manage the hour, date (day, month, and year), date and time
stamping of alarms. The real time clock has battery backup to maintain the correct time when the power is off.

13.1.1

Setting & Adjusting the Time and Date


Prg

To access the clock menu press the


to navigate. Press

When

button and use the

keys

when the cursor is in the position shown below

is pressed the following clock screen will be shown:

Press
and the controller will request the input of a password.
Access the Clock Page

to access the program. Using the


Press
The display will show the following:

13.1.2

buttons, enter the password 4648 and press

Changing Date and Time


Press
+

until the cursor is underneath the required parameter. Pressing


buttons to change the value

Press
to confirm the change, press
the screen.

until the cursor is at the top of


Esc

will scroll to the previous or next display, pressing

Pressing
screen.

13.1.3

will escape to the main menu

Time Zones
Note: The time schedule is used only for unit on/off operation, if night head pressure control setpoint is
required then night operation head pressure control as to be enabled first (refer to Head Pressure Control).
Pressing the
Press

button until you scroll the display to the following:

until the cursor is underneath the No inline with parameter you

require. Pressing the

button will change the No to Yes

Press
to confirm the change, press
until the cursor is at the top of
the screen.
The condenser time zones option is only selectable on DX units with
intelligent head pressure control.

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ON/OFF Time Zones


Function F1:
Each day is set individually, with the option of having 2 start/stop times per day (F1-1 & F1-2).
ON

OFF

OFF

ON

Start F1-1 Stop F1-1 Start F1-2

Stop F1-2

Function F2
Each day is set individually, with the option of having 1 start/stop times per day.
Pre

ON

Start 8:30 F2

Pre

Stop 18:00 F2

Function F3
Each day is set individually, always ON, 24 hour operation.
Function F4
Each day is set individually, always OFF.
The times for functions can be adjusted by pressing
and using the

and

button until the cursor is under the correct parameter

buttons to set the time, and press

to confirm

Function 1 ON/OFF Time Zone


Function 2, 3 & 4 Time Zone

13.1.5

ON/OFF Time Zone Functions


The different functions can be adjusted by pressing
cursor is under the day, using the
and pressing

13.1.6

or

button until the

buttons to set the function

to confirm.

Temperature Set Point Time Zones


The controller can be enabled for Time Zone Temperature Control by enabling the Temp.time with four
defined start times and temperature setpoints that are used to adjust the temperature control setpoints.
These can be used for adjusting the temperature during Occupied and Unoccupied times, or to increase the
temperature setpoint during night time.
Z 1 and Z2 can be set by pressing
required field, the

to move the cursor under the

are used to change its value and then press

to confirm.
Z3 and Z4 are change in the next menu down (K8).

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Humidity Set Point Time Zone


The humidity set points are to give the user the adjustability to set a
constant humidification during a set time period. There are four defined
start times and four humidity set points that are used to control this
function. The parameters are change in the same manner as stated above.

13.1.8

Condenser Set Point Time Zone


The condenser set points give the functionality to set a particular pressure
at a given time. There are four defined start times and four pressure set
points that are used to control this function. The parameters are change in
the same manner as stated above.

***If the set points are not needed they should be set to the same value of the
previous parameter as the system will record a 00:00 as midnight.***

13.2

ENABLING BRITISH SUMMER TIME


In the clock menu select the screen Kd as shown:
To enable the time to change with British summer time press

until the

keys to change this setting to a Yes.


cursor is under No, use the
Extra parameters will appear to indicate when the time changes will be
made.

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Where to Find Us

Head Office:
Airedale International Air Conditioning Ltd
Leeds Road
Rawdon
Leeds LS19 6JY
United Kingdom

Tel:
Fax:
e-mail:
website:

PART NO:
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ISSUE
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+44 (0) 113 239 1000


+44 (0) 113 250 7219
enquiries@airedale.com
www.airedale.com

DATE
01/06/2007

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