Spirax Sarco CSM-E Electrical Compact Clean Steam Generator, CSM-EE, CSM-EG, CSM-EI, CSM-EF, CSM-EH, CSM-EL PLC Control Unit Installation, Start-up and Operation Manual
Below you will find brief information for PLC Control Unit CSM-EE, PLC Control Unit CSM-EG, PLC Control Unit CSM-EI, PLC Control Unit CSM-EF, PLC Control Unit CSM-EH, PLC Control Unit CSM-EL. This document provides instructions for installing, starting up, and operating the Spirax Sarco PLC control unit for a CSM-E Electrical Compact Clean Steam Generator. The control unit is designed to start up, control, and operate the generator in local mode or via a remote system like a DCS or BMS. It features a touch-screen display for easy interaction and a wide range of control features, including pressure regulation, water level management, blowdown functionality, and alarm limits. The manual includes detailed instructions on setting up the unit, navigating the control screen, and managing all operational aspects of the generator.
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IM-P486-18
CH Issue 3
PLC Control Unit for a CSM-E Electrical
Compact Clean Steam Generator
Installation, Start-up and Operation Manual
IM-P486-18 CH Issue 3
1. Safety information
2. General product
information
3. Installation
4. Commissioning
5. Maintenance
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Printed in Italy
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1. Safety information
1.1 General safety information
Safe operation of this product can only be guaranteed if it is properly installed, commissioned, used and maintained by qualified personnel (see Section 1.2) in compliance with the operating instructions. General installation and safety instructions for pipeline and plant construction (see IM-P486-17 supplied with the unit), as well as the proper use of tools and safety equipment must also be complied with.
1.2 Permits to work
All work must be carried out or be supervised by a suitably competent person.
Installation and operating personnel should be trained in the correct use of the product according to the Installation, Start-up and Operation Manual. Where a formal 'permit to work' system is in force it must be complied with. Where there is no such system, it is recommended that a responsible person should know what work is going on and, where necessary, arrange to have an assistant whose primary responsibility is safety.
Post 'warning notices' if necessary.
1.3 Limits of responsibility
This Installation, Start-up and Operation manual is intended to be as complete and up to date as possible. It describes installation, start-up and operating procedures for the PLC control unit for Spirax Sarco indirect clean steam generators. Spirax Sarco reserves the right to update this manual and other product information regarding installation, start-up and operation, at any time and without having to notify owners of the product.
Spirax Sarco is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the specifications, procedures and / or content of other product documents provided by other manufacturers of components used on Spirax Sarco steam generators.
Spirax Sarco uses only top-quality components in the construction and control of its steam generators. Spirax Sarco accepts responsibility for complete systems only when it supplies all the components of the system. Otherwise Spirax Sarco accepts responsibility only for those parts that it has supplied, since it has no direct control over other manufacturers or their quality standards.
Note: the symbol indicates 'warnings'.
Spirax Sarco is not responsible for any injuries or damage caused by
incorrect installation, commissioning or maintenance of the unit (see Section 1.1).
Only trained, authorised personnel must carry out installation, start-up and operating procedures. The personnel who carry out these procedures must read carefully and completely, and understand, all relevant product manuals before beginning any of the activities described in the procedures. Personnel must pay great attention to any
Notes, Precautions and Warnings contained in the procedures described in this manual.
When Spirax Sarco provides only the steam generator without any control accessories, then this manual applies only to the generator. In this case, responsibility for the additional components, their respective manuals, and for the entire system, rests with the provider of the accessories for the generation
system.
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1.4 Notices
This Installation, Start-up and Operation manual is intended as a procedural guide for the control unit for Spirax Sarco clean steam generators. Since each unit is manufactured according to the customer’s specifications, the instructions contained in the manual may sometimes appear rather general. Where procedures differ greatly from those described in the manual, specific notes are provided.
Should this manual not answer all possible questions, or should the procedures described in it not be clearly understood, please contact Spirax Sarco for further clarification.
1.5 Warnings
Listed below are specific warnings pertaining to the unit. In addition, in the manual,
'warnings' are repeated when the procedures concerned refer to potentially hazardous areas. All warnings must be carefully read and understood. All precautions contained in the warnings must be carefully followed to reduce the risk of injury. They must be carefully studied before beginning any installation, start-up or maintenance operation.
Every product or system that uses steam, diathermic oil or superheated water under pressure, or electricity, presents a potential hazard of serious injury to persons if the relevant installation, start-up and operating procedures are not followed attentively.
The simultaneous presence of water and electrical energy can create potentially
hazardous conditions.
Potentially hazardous areas:
1. All electrical connections and cables.
2. All steam lines, valves and pressure regulators.
3. All steam, diathermic oil and superheated water lines, joints, valves and
pressure regulators.
1.6 Connection of power lines
Only experienced, trained and qualified personnel must carry out electrical installation.
Control units for Spirax Sarco clean steam generators are designed for indoor installation only, unless otherwise specified by the customer.
Always ensure that the power supply is switched off before beginning any installation or maintenance operation.
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2. General product information
2.1 Control unit
The PLC smart control and safety unit is intelligent equipment designed to start-up, control and operate, either in local mode or by means of a remote system ( DCS - Distribution Control
System or BMS - Business Management System).
Location and identification of components
Front panel
E
A
B
F
G
D
C
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PLC
PLC control unit (touch screen).
B
L1: LED indicator
When lit (white light) it indicates that the unit is powered (24 Vdc).
C
L3: LED indicator
When lit (white light) it indicates that the unit is powered (230 Vac).
D
PRB: Push-button
Manual reset push-button (after shutdown).
E
F
L2: LED indicator
When lit (red light) it indicates that the system is stopped due to intervention of one or more alarms.
PE: Push-button
Emergency stop push-button.
G
IG: Main power switch
This is a four-pole switch with a door locking handle that switches off the mains current and allows the door to be opened only when it is in the 'OFF' position.
Warning: the user must install an external circuit for interrupting t h e electricity supply. This circuit must be able to cut off the electrical power supply in the event of incorrect operation or to allow maintenance to be carried out on the unit. Failure to cut off the electricity supply could lead to hazardous conditions for personnel.
2.2 Control features
The PLC control unit is designed for the regulation of pressure, water level, and bleeding, and the management of the blowdown function and alarm limits for Spirax Sarco indirect steam and electrical generators. The unit can be supplied with a video interface for the generator, or parts of it, with a graphic display of error messages, test functions, etc. Set-point values can be displayed and changed during operation, using the function keys.
As well as automation of individual generators, the system also enables computer structures to be created, such as networks of PCs, PLCs and microprocessor systems, thus allowing a high degree of integration between the automation systems for the various parts of the system. The supervisor system can be seen in terms of a display of machine, configuration and production control data. The unit has a main switch and is mounted in an IP54 metal container, measuring 1 400 x 600 x 500 mm.
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3. Installation
3.1 External connections
Trained and qualified electricians must carry out all electrical connections. Ensure that the on / off switch is in the off position before connecting to the mains. The installer must connect the power cables to the terminals on the mains switch mounted on the panel, and to the earth wire leading to the ground.
For the power supply, please see the wiring diagram inside the control panel.
Warning: Before making a hole in the panel to connect the power cables, very carefully open the door and check that there are no obstacles inside the panel.
Ensure that there is no contact with residues from the drilling or with metal pieces on the base or on the transformer or switch.
3.2 Terms of use and power applied
Units are normally wired for a three-phase input voltage of 400 Vac + Neutral 50 Hz.
The type of generator supplied will define the required power rating.
GENERATOR WITHOUT PRE-HEAT TANK
Unit
Electrical resistance heating power
CSM-EE
50 kW
CSM-EG
100 kW
Clean steam flowrate at 3 bar g 50 kg / h 100 kg / h
GENERATOR WITH PRE-HEAT TANK
Unit
Electrical resistance heating power
Clean steam flowrate at 3 bar g
CSM-EF
35 kW (GV)*
15 kW (tank)
50 kg / h
CSM-EH
100 kW (GV)*
15 kW (tank)
110 kg / h
*
Note: GV denotes Generator Vessel.
CSM-EI
110 kW
135 kg / h
CSM-EL
110 kW (GV)*
15 kW (tank)
150 kg / h
3.3 Mains power supply
Display: 5.7" Touch-screen with high resolution colour graphics
Input voltage: 400 Vac 3 pH + Neutral - 50 Hz (always refer to wiring diagram)
Input contacts: 3 A – 230 V for inductive loads
Output contacts: 6 A – 230 V for resistive loads
Operational ambient temperature: Minimum 0°C to a Maximum 50°C (inside the control cabinet)*
Relative Humidity (RH): from 5% to 95% non-condensing
*
Note: If the environmental conditions raise the temperature inside the cabinet to over 50°C, conditioning devices are available on request. Please contact your nearest Spirax Sarco branch or agency for further details.
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4. Commissioning
4.1 Initial screen
The control unit is fi tted with a touch-screen display. To interact with the control screen, simply press with bare fi ngertips on the screen surface. When the unit is switched on, the screen displays the following image:
Fig. 1
Press the
(Figure 2): key to view the screen that displays the version of the installed program
Fig. 2
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Press the key again to view the screen shown in Figure 3, where a start-up menu offers three alternatives:
1. Spirax Sarco address: contact details for local Spirax Sarco Operating Company.
2. Status: machine manual / automatic cycling and information about generator operation.
3. Protected parameters: machine confi guration parameters, necessary to be able to use the generator.
Fig. 3
Press the key to return to the screen shown in Figure 2.
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4.2 Machine confi guration and set-up
Press the
(Figure 4).
key (Figure 3) to view the password insertion table screen
Fig. 4
Insert the digit 3 and confi rm by pressing the ENTER key.
The following screen (Figure 5) will be displayed:
A
Fig. 5
B
C
G
Press the key to return to the screen shown in Figure 3.
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H
E
D
Enabled only if present
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4.2.1 Press the key (Figure 5-A).
The following screen (Figure 6) will be displayed:
Fig. 6
Enabled only if present
Press the key to view the next screen (Figure 7) or the shown in Figure 5.
key to return to the screen
Fig. 7
Press the functionality.
key and the padlock will open allowing access to the settings
Press the box to the screen’s left to enable
or disable different options.
Once selected, press the padlock key and it will close .
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Boot system
System
By pressing this key, the PLC will reboot the whole system, as performed when turning on the control panel.
Strictly reserved for the installer.
Information systemizes
Strictly reserved for the installer.
Program updating
Press the
Strictly reserved for the installer.
key to return to the previous screen (Figure 6).
4.2.2 Press the key (Figure 5-B).
The following screen (Figure 8) will be displayed:
Fig. 8
To change the brightness, press the key corresponding to the preferred percentage.
Press the key to return to the screen shown in Figure 5.
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4.2.3 Press the key (Figure 5-C).
The following screen (Figure 9) will be displayed:
Fig. 9
To select preferred language, press the corresponding key. The
symbol will be displayed on the key to confi rm the selection.
Press the key to return to the screen shown in Figure 5.
4.2.4 Press the key (Figure 5-D).
The following screen (Figure 10) will be displayed:
Fig. 10
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To change date or time settings, press the corresponding key (DAY / MONTH / YEAR or
HOURS / MINUTES / SECONDS), enter the new value using numerical keypad displayed and confi rm by pressing the screen.
key. The new value will now be displayed on the
To change from standard time to daylight time saving or vice-versa, press the key.
Press the key to return to the screen shown in Figure 5.
4.2.5 Press the key (Figure 5-E).
The following screen (Figure 11) will be displayed:
Fig. 11
Change the password:
This section enables the user to change the password giving access to manual and automatic control parameters and settings. Press the screen area (number) corresponding to the password to be changed, enter the new password using the numerical keypad displayed and confi rm by pressing the key. The new password will now be displayed on the screen.
Press the key to return to the screen shown in Figure 5.
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4.2.6 Press the output screens.
key (Figure 5-F) to view all plant input and
The following screen (Figure 12) will be initially displayed (Module 1 input):
Fig. 12
Press the key to view the Module 2 input screen (Figure 13) or the to the screen shown in Figure 5.
key to return
Fig. 13
Press the key to view the Module 3 input screen (Figure 14).
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Fig. 14
Press the key to view the Module 1 output screen (Figure 15).
Fig. 15
Press the key to view the Module 2 output screen (Figure 16).
Fig. 16
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Press the
present.
key to view the Module 3 output screen (Figure 17).
Note: Enabled only if
Fig. 17
Press the key displayed on any of these screens to return to the previous screen.
For input screens:
Inputs that are switched 'ON' are displayed with a green light, inputs that are switched 'OFF' are displayed with a red light.
For output screens:
It is possible to override the status of individual output modules that are inactive (plant stopped).
These are represented by a key (green background) located adjacent to the output. To activate the output, press the key and the output will now be displayed with a key (red background with green light).
To de-activate the output, press the key again.
key and the output will now be displayed with a
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4.2.7 Press the key (Figure 5-H).
The following screen (Figure 18) will be displayed:
Note: Enabled only if present.
Fig. 18
Press the key to view the next screen (Figure 19) or the screen shown in Figure 5.
key to return to the
Fig. 19
Press the key to return to the previous screen (Figure 18) or the the screen shown in Figure 5.
key to return to
To modify parameter default values, use the and keys to select the required parameter then press the screen area (number) corresponding to the parameter value.
Enter the new value using the numerical keypad displayed and confi rm by pressing the key. The new value will now be displayed on the screen.
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Further information about parameters and settings can be found in the following table (Fig. 20).
Parameter name
Analog input level
(Digit)
Analog input level
(mm)
Low scale level
(Digit)
Full scale level
(Digit)
Description
Digital representation of analogue signal
Representation in engineering unit of analogue signal
Minimum digital value of the analogue signal
Maximum digital value of the analogue signal
Range/ units
0-1023
0-1000 mm
0-1023
0-1023
Factory default
Not changeable
Not changeable
204
1019
Comm.
Value
0-1000 mm 110 mm
Low level (mm)
High level (mm)
Delta start set level
(mm)
Min level alarm delay at start (min)
Analog input filter level (sec)
Analog input temperature (Digit)
Analog input temperature (°C)
Low scale temperature (Digit)
Full scale temperature (Digit)
Full scale temperature (°C)
Proportional band temperature (%)
High temperature
(°C)
Analogue input filter temperature (sec)
Minimum level alarm threshold
Maximum level alarm threshold
Differential level below level where water feed starts
Alarm delay for minimum level alarm
Analogue input level filter time
Digital representation of analogue signal
Representation in engineering unit of analogue signal
Minimum digital value of the analogue signal
Maximum digital value of the analogue signal
Full scale value of temperature transmitter
Proportional band as percentage of input scan
Maximum temperature alarm threshold
Analogue input temperature filter time
0-1000 mm
0-100 mm
0-120 min
0-10 sec
0-1023
0-100°C
0-1023
0-1023
0-100°C
0-100%
0-100 °C
0-10 sec
20 mm
0-1000 mm 100 mm
50 mm
10 min
1.5 sec
Not changeable
Not changeable
204
1019
100°C
10%
95°C
1.5 sec
Fig. 20
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4.2.8 Press the
Figure 21.
key (Figure 5-G) to view the screen shown in
Press the and keys to view and navigate between the other screens (Figures
22, 23, 24, 25 and 26) or the key to return to the screen shown in Figure 5.
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
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20
Fig. 26
Fig. 24
Fig. 25
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To modify parameter default values, use the and keys to select the required parameter then press the screen area (number) corresponding to the parameter value.
Enter the new value using the numerical keypad displayed and confirm by pressing the key.
The new value will now be displayed on the screen.
Heating coil (element) control: Configuration parameters
The generator vessel has six heating elements (heater group) with each element programmed to switch 'ON' (START RESISTANCE) and 'OFF' (STOP RESISTANCE) as follows (refer also to Figures 25 and 26).
Step 1 - Setting pressure absolute delta value
Insert the 'Delta absolute Regul' setpoint value in bar g (two decimal places). This is used to control operating pressure in conjunction with heater group configured parameters (field rate settings).
E.g. If an operating pressure of 3 bar g is required and a 0.30 bar g 'Delta absolute Regul' setpoint value is inserted, the heating elements, in accordance with field rate settings, will produce an operating pressure of between 2.7 and 3 bar g.
Step 2 - Adding heating element field rate percentages:
Insert field rates for the heater group using values of between 0 and 100% for each 'ON'
(START RESISTANCE) and 'OFF' (STOP RESISTANCE) element parameter.
Note: The above values are shown as examples only and will vary depending on the system characteristics and operating requirements.
Further information about parameters and settings can be found in the following table , on pages 22 and 23 (Figure 27).
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Parameter name
Analog input level (Digit)
Analog Input level (mm)
Low scale level (Digit)
Full scale level (Digit)
Full scale level (mm)
Low level (mm)
High level (mm)
Delta start set level (mm)
Min level alarm delay at start (min)
Analog input filter level (sec)
Analog input pressure (Digit)
Analog input pressure (bar g)
Low scale pressure (Digit)
Full scale pressure (Digit)
Full scale pressure (bar g)
Proportional band pressure (%)
Integral activation pressure (1 = Active)
Integral time pressure (sec)
Low pre-alarm pressure (bar g)
Description
Digital representation of analogue signal
Representation in engineering unit of analogue signal
Minimum digital value of the analogue signal
Maximum digital value of the analogue signal
Full scale value of level transmitter
Minimum level alarm threshold
Maximum level alarm threshold
Differential level below level where water feed starts
Alarm delay for minimum level alarm
Analogue input level filter time
Digital representation of analogue signal
Representation in engineering unit of analogue signal
Minimum digital value of the analogue signal
Maximum digital value of the analogue signal
Full scale value of pressure transducer
Proportional band as percentage of input scan
Activates integral control parameter
Integral action time
Low pressure alarm
Clean steam presence 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes)
Clean steam pressure delta set (bar g)
Closed cleaned steam low level (mm)
Clean steam valve presence
Differential from set to open clean steam valve
Clean steam valve closing for minimum level alarm
Del Steam-Cl Steam CLOSED for MAX L(sec) Delay clean steam valve closing for maximum level alarm
Analogue input pressure filter time
Analog input filter pressure (sec)
TDS presence 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes)
Analog input TDS (Digit)
Analog input TDS (μS / cm)
Low scale TDS (Digit)
Full scale TDS (Digit)
Low scale TDS (μS / cm)
Full scale TDS (μS / cm)
Analogue input filter TDS (sec)
Blowdown presence 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes)
Presence TDS controller
Digital representation of analogue signal
Representation in engineering unit of analogue signal
Minimum digital value of the analogue signal
Maximum digital value of the analogue signal
Minimum range of TDS transducer
Maximum range of TDS transducer
Analogue input TDS filter time
Blowdown presence
Blowdown limit switch On 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes) Blowdown limit switch presence
Switching delay fill / regul PRES (sec)
Time interval for full connection of heating coil (resistance group) following a water re-fill
Blowdown closed (hours)
Blowdown open (sec)
Screensaver (1 = Active)
Modbus 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes)
Delta absolute regul (from the set)
Start resistance 1 (%)
Stop resistance 1 (%)
Start resistance 2 (%)
Time between blowdown operations
Opening time of blowdown valve
Screensaver presence
Modbus presence
Value in bar, tenths and hundredths when heating coil (resistance group) is fully connected
Connect heating element 1
Disconnect heating element 1
Connect heating element 2
Stop resistance 2 (%)
Start resistance 3 (%)
Stop resistance 3 (%)
Start resistance 4 (%)
Stop resistance 4 (%)
Start resistance 5 (%)
Stop resistance 5 (%)
Start resistance 6 (%)
Stop resistance 6 (%)
Disconnect heating element 2
Connect heating element 3
Disconnect heating element 3
Connect heating element 4
Disconnect heating element 4
Connect heating element 5
Disconnect heating element 5
Connect heating element 6
Disconnect heating element 6
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0-9999 μS / cm
0-9999 μS / cm
0-10 sec
1 or 0
1 or 0
0-120 sec
0-24 hours
0-60 sec
1 = on 0 = off
1 or 0
0-10 bar
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
Range / units
0-1023
0-1000 mm
0-1023
0-1023
0-1000 mm
0-1000 mm
0-1000 mm
0-20 mm
0-120 min
0-10 sec
0-1023
0-10 bar g
0-1023
0-1023
0-10 bar g
0-100%
1 = on 0 = off
10-1000 sec
0-10 bar g
1 or 0
0-5 bar g
0-1000 mm
0-180 sec
0-10 sec
1 or 0
0-1023
0-9999 μS / cm
0-1023
0-1023
400 μS / cm
1200 μS / cm
1.5 sec
1
1
30 sec
24 hours
5 sec
0
0
0.3 bar
25%
15%
35%
20%
50%
30%
75%
52%
95%
65%
98%
70%
Factory default
Not changeable
Not changeable
204
1019
110 mm
20 mm
100 mm
20 mm
10 min
1.5 sec
Not changeable
Not changeable
204
1019
6.0 bar g
10%
1
10 sec
1.0 bar g
1
0.2 bar g
0 mm
60 sec
1.5 sec
0
Not changeable
Not changeable
204
1019
Comm. Value
Parameter name
Analog input level (Digit)
Analog Input level (mm)
Low scale level (Digit)
Full scale level (Digit)
Full scale level (mm)
Low level (mm)
High level (mm)
Delta start set level (mm)
Min level alarm delay at start (min)
Analog input filter level (sec)
Analog input pressure (Digit)
Analog input pressure (bar g)
Low scale pressure (Digit)
Full scale pressure (Digit)
Full scale pressure (bar g)
Proportional band pressure (%)
Integral activation pressure (1 = Active)
Integral time pressure (sec)
Low pre-alarm pressure (bar g)
Description
Digital representation of analogue signal
Representation in engineering unit of analogue signal
Minimum digital value of the analogue signal
Maximum digital value of the analogue signal
Full scale value of level transmitter
Minimum level alarm threshold
Maximum level alarm threshold
Differential level below level where water feed starts
Alarm delay for minimum level alarm
Analogue input level filter time
Digital representation of analogue signal
Representation in engineering unit of analogue signal
Minimum digital value of the analogue signal
Maximum digital value of the analogue signal
Full scale value of pressure transducer
Proportional band as percentage of input scan
Activates integral control parameter
Integral action time
Low pressure alarm
Clean steam presence 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes)
Clean steam pressure delta set (bar g)
Closed cleaned steam low level (mm)
Clean steam valve presence
Differential from set to open clean steam valve
Clean steam valve closing for minimum level alarm
Del Steam-Cl Steam CLOSED for MAX L(sec) Delay clean steam valve closing for maximum level alarm
Analogue input pressure filter time
Analog input filter pressure (sec)
TDS presence 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes)
Analog input TDS (Digit)
Analog input TDS (μS / cm)
Low scale TDS (Digit)
Full scale TDS (Digit)
Low scale TDS (μS / cm)
Full scale TDS (μS / cm)
Analogue input filter TDS (sec)
Blowdown presence 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes)
Presence TDS controller
Digital representation of analogue signal
Representation in engineering unit of analogue signal
Minimum digital value of the analogue signal
Maximum digital value of the analogue signal
Minimum range of TDS transducer
Maximum range of TDS transducer
Analogue input TDS filter time
Blowdown presence
Blowdown limit switch On 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes) Blowdown limit switch presence
Switching delay fill / regul PRES (sec)
Time interval for full connection of heating coil (resistance group) following a water re-fill
Blowdown closed (hours)
Blowdown open (sec)
Screensaver (1 = Active)
Modbus 0 = (Not), 1 = (Yes)
Delta absolute regul (from the set)
Start resistance 1 (%)
Stop resistance 1 (%)
Start resistance 2 (%)
Time between blowdown operations
Opening time of blowdown valve
Screensaver presence
Modbus presence
Value in bar, tenths and hundredths when heating coil (resistance group) is fully connected
Connect heating element 1
Disconnect heating element 1
Connect heating element 2
Stop resistance 2 (%)
Start resistance 3 (%)
Stop resistance 3 (%)
Start resistance 4 (%)
Stop resistance 4 (%)
Start resistance 5 (%)
Stop resistance 5 (%)
Start resistance 6 (%)
Stop resistance 6 (%)
Disconnect heating element 2
Connect heating element 3
Disconnect heating element 3
Connect heating element 4
Disconnect heating element 4
Connect heating element 5
Disconnect heating element 5
Connect heating element 6
Disconnect heating element 6
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0-9999 μS / cm
0-9999 μS / cm
0-10 sec
1 or 0
1 or 0
0-120 sec
0-24 hours
0-60 sec
1 = on 0 = off
1 or 0
0-10 bar
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
0-100%
Range / units
0-1023
0-1000 mm
0-1023
0-1023
0-1000 mm
0-1000 mm
0-1000 mm
0-20 mm
0-120 min
0-10 sec
0-1023
0-10 bar g
0-1023
0-1023
0-10 bar g
0-100%
1 = on 0 = off
10-1000 sec
0-10 bar g
1 or 0
0-5 bar g
0-1000 mm
0-180 sec
0-10 sec
1 or 0
0-1023
0-9999 μS / cm
0-1023
0-1023
400 μS / cm
1200 μS / cm
1.5 sec
1
1
30 sec
24 hours
5 sec
0
0
0.3 bar
25%
15%
35%
20%
50%
30%
75%
52%
95%
65%
98%
70%
Factory default
Not changeable
Not changeable
204
1019
110 mm
20 mm
100 mm
20 mm
10 min
1.5 sec
Not changeable
Not changeable
204
1019
6.0 bar g
10%
1
10 sec
1.0 bar g
1
0.2 bar g
0 mm
60 sec
1.5 sec
0
Not changeable
Not changeable
204
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Comm. Value
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4.3 Machine operation and information
Press the key (Figure 3) to view the screen shown in Figure 28.
Fig. 28
Enabled only if present
Press the key to return to the screen shown in Figure 3.
4.3.1 Manual operation - Generator
Press the generator
SYNOPTIC key (Figure 28) to view the screen shown in Figure 29.
Fig. 29
Press the key to view the password insertion table screen (Figure 4).
Insert the digit 3 and confi rm by pressing the ENTER key. The generator synoptic screen
(Figure 30) will be displayed allowing manual control functionality.
Note: This procedure can only be performed if the manual control password has been enabled (refer to Section 4.2.1 Figure 6).
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Heating
(Clean steam pressure)
To change the operating pressure set value, press the green START key adjacent to the heating coil(s) screen image. A new key will be displayed which, if pressed, will display a numerical keypad.
Enter the required pressure and confirm by pressing the key. The new value will now be displayed on the screen.
Fig. 30
Operating pressure will now be continuously controlled and maintained at this value in conjunction with heater control configured parameters (refer to programming steps in
Section 4.2.8). To switch off (disconnect) the heating coil(s), press the key again (now displayed as a red STOP key). To reset the pressure, repeat the process.
If the pressure reaches the programmed maximum (pressure switch set) value, the heating coil(s) will switch off (disconnect) automatically sending an alarm signal which will be displayed on the screen.
Note: The heating coil(s) cannot be switched on again (re-connected) until the operating pressure of the generator has fallen to within the programmed set value (below the pressure switch set value) and the manual reset button on the front of the control panel has been pushed.
Filling
If the water in the generator vessel falls below the minimum level to provide adequate coverage of the heating coil(s) and the feedwater pump is inactive, the coil(s) will switch off
(disconnect) automatically sending an alarm which will be displayed on the screen. To fill the vessel, press the green START key adjacent to the feedwater control valve screen image which will open the valve and start the pump. When the correct water level has been reached, press the same key again (now displayed as a red STOP key) which will close the valve and stop the pump.
If the water in the vessel reaches the programmed maximum level, the valve will close and the pump will stop automatically sending an alarm signal which will be displayed on the screen. If the pump stops operating due to a blockage or other fault, the valve will close automatically sending an alarm signal which will also be displayed on the screen.
Notes:
The manual shut-off valve (located upstream of the pump and control valve) should be set at an opening of 15/20° to ensure a more linear and less turbulent flow of water into the generator. The heating coil(s) cannot be switched on again (re-connected) until the water reaches the minimum level and the pump is operating.
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Blowdown (If automatic control valve is fitted)
To open the valve, press the green START key adjacent to the valve screen image. To close the valve, press the same key again (now displayed as a red STOP key).
An optional limit switch can be fi tted to the valve which is wired into the electrical system to ensure that it closes in the event of a shut-down (fail-closed). If the valve remains open due to failure of the switch, an alarm signal will be displayed on the screen.
In addition, if the clean steam pressure reaches the programmed maximum (pressure switch set) value, the valve will close automatically sending an alarm signal which will be displayed on the screen.
Note: The valve cannot be re-opened until the operating pressure of the generator has fallen to within the programmed set value (below the pressure switch set value) and the manual reset button on the front of the control panel has been pushed.
Clean steam valve (if present)
Before opening the valve it is important to ensure that the operating pressure of the generator has reached the programmed set value.
To open the valve, press the green START key adjacent to the valve screen image. To close the valve, press the same key again (now displayed as a red STOP key).
In addition, if the clean steam pressure reaches the programmed maximum (pressure switch set) value, the valve will close automatically sending an alarm signal which will be displayed on the screen.
Note: The valve cannot be re-opened until the operating pressure of the generator has fallen to within the programmed set value (below the pressure switch set value), and the manual reset button on the front of the control panel has been pushed.
Press the key on either of the screens shown in Figures 29 or 30 to return to the screen shown in Figure 28.
4.3.2 Manual operation - Tank (if present)
Press the tank SYNOPTIC key (Figure 28) to view the screen shown in Figure 31.
Fig. 31
Press the
26 key to view the password insertion table screen (Figure 4).
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Insert the digit 3 and confi rm by pressing the ENTER key. The tank synoptic screen (Figure 32) will be displayed allowing manual control functionality.
Note: This procedure can only be performed if the manual control password has been enabled (refer to Section 4.2.1 Figure 6).
Fig. 32
Heating
To change the water temperature set value, press the green START key adjacent to the heating coil screen image. A new key will be displayed which, if pressed, will display a numerical keypad. Enter the required temperature and confi rm by pressing the key. The new value will now be displayed on the screen.
Temperature will now be continuously controlled and maintained at this value by regulating the power supply to the heating coil. To switch off (disconnect) the heating coil, press the key again (now displayed as a red STOP key). To reset the temperature, repeat the process.
Filling
If the water in the tank falls below the minimum level to provide adequate coverage of the heating coil, the coil will switch off (disconnect) automatically sending an alarm which will be displayed on the screen. To fi ll the vessel, press the green
START key adjacent to the feedwater control valve screen image which will open the valve allowing water supply to the tank. When the correct water level has been reached, press the same key again (now displayed as a red
STOP key) which will close the valve and stop the water supply.
If the water in the tank reaches the programmed maximum level, the valve will close automatically sending an alarm signal which will be displayed on the screen.
Note: The heating coil cannot be switched on again (re-connected) until the water reaches the minimum level.
Press the key on either of the screens shown in Figures 31 or 32 to return to the screen shown in Figure 28.
Additional information
Please note that during manual operation of both the generator and the tank:-
All control equipment and devices will be inactive except for those that are necessary for the safe operation of the unit.
Each time the display is changed, the manual control function is lost. To restore this functionality, it is necessary to enter the password again.
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4.3.3 Automatic operation - Generator and tank (if present)
Before starting the automatic cycle, it is necessary to return to the screen shown in Figure 28 using the relevant navigation option(s) previously described and enter the analogical control data for generator (pressure and level) and tank (temperature and level).
To enter a new generator Pressure Set value, press the screen area (box) corresponding to the value which will display the password insertion table (Figure 4). Insert the digit 3 and confirm by pressing the ENTER key thus allowing data to be entered.
Press the screen area (box) again, enter the new value using the numerical keypad displayed and confirm by pressing the ENTER key. The new value will now be displayed on the screen.
Repeat the procedure to enter new set values for generator level and tank temperature and level (if enabled).
Note: These procedures can only be performed if the relevant passwords have been enabled (refer to Section 4.2.1 Figure 6).
When all set values have been entered, press the MAIN START key. The automatically controlled operating cycle for both generator and tank (if present) will begin and the following screen (Figure 33) will be displayed.
Fig. 33
Enabled only if present
If a fault occurs during the automatic cycle (e.g. High Pressure, Low Level, etc.), an alarm will trigger sending a warning message which will be displayed on the screen.
Providing the alarm does not interrupt the cycle, the unit will continue to operate and the system will reset automatically when the fault has been rectified.
If the alarm does interrupt the cycle, the unit will shut-down and the screen shown in Figure
28 will be displayed.
After rectifying the fault, press the
MAIN START key to continue with the automatic cycle and return to the screen shown in Figure 33.
Note: Following an alarm shut-down, the unit will not operate until the manual reset button on the front of the control panel has been pushed (an instruction to perform this procedure is also displayed on the screen).
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Additional information
During the automatic cycle (Figure 33), it is possible to return to the screen shown in
Figure 3 and make changes to any of the protected parameters described in Section 4.2 by pressing the key, without interrupting the cycle.
During the automatic cycle (Figure 33), it is also possible to make changes to automatic control parameters and settings or to revert to manual control by pressing the
MAIN STOP
key and returning to the screen shown in Figure 28.
Note: Although all active outputs (measurements) are cleared from the display, set point values are stored in memory and remain displayed.
To make changes to automatic control parameters and settings, refer to the procedure described in Section 4.3.3. To revert to manual control, refer to the procedures described in
Sections 4.3.1 and 4.3.2.
When all required changes have been made, use the relevant navigation option(s) previously described to return the screen shown in Figure 28 and press the MAIN START key to continue with the automatic cycle. All control outputs (measurements) will become active again as show in Figure 33.
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4.3.4 Alarms and shut-downs
As previously described in Section 4.3.3, all alarms and shut-downs (cycle interruptions) are active during automatic operation.
In detail they are:
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Interruption of the feed water control cycle when one of the following alarms occurs:
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tank water pump fault (not operating)
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level transmitter fault
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maximum water level
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high steam pressure
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pressure transmitter fault
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Interruption of the pressure control cycle when one of the following alarms occurs:
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pressure transmitter fault
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minimum water level
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maximum water level
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high steam pressure
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Interruption of the bottom blowdown control cycle when the following alarm occurs:
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F.C. bottom blowdown closed
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Alarm only of the T.D.S. control (without interruption of the cycle) when the following occurs:
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high T.D.S. value
If a problem or fault is observed during automatic operation, press the emergency stop button on the front of the control panel and the unit will shut-down (cycle interrupted), clearing all active functions and activating the relevant alarm signal(s) which will be displayed on the control panel screen.
In order to resume automatic operation and restart the cycle following an interruption, ensure that the emergency stop button is in the stand-by position and then press the MAIN START key.
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In addition to being displayed on the screen, all cycle alarms are stored in a special dedicated area.
To access them, press the
Figures 28 or 33.
key that can be found on either of the screens shown in
The following screen (Figure 34) will be displayed:
Fig. 34
For each alarm, the start (1) and end (0) date and time is displayed.
By selecting the displays the last alarm.
key, the fi rst stored alarm will be displayed. Selecting the
By selecting the
By selecting the to another.
and and key keys, it is possible to individually scroll through the alarm list.
keys, it is possible to navigate from one alarm menu screen
By selecting the
Press the key, all alarms are cleared from the display.
key to return to either of the previous screens (Figures 28 or 33).
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4.3.5 Charts
Press the or Figure 30.
TREND key that can be found on either of the screens shown in Figure 29
The following screen (Figure 35) will be displayed showing plant operating information in graphical format:
Fig. 35
Using the keys at the bottom of the screen allows the user to manoeuvre around the graphical display and enlarge specifi c areas for more detailed viewing if required. If an alarm interrupts the automatic cycle or the cycle ends, the chart recorded during the cycle is saved to a folder and removed from the display.
When the cycle has stopped, it is possible to display the list of saved charts by pressing the the HISTORY key.
Select the required chart using the pressing the and keys, then confi rm by key. The selected chart is now displayed on the screen.
Charts can be deleted by pressing the key to display the full list of saved charts, highlighting the chart for deletion and confi rming by pressing the key.
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5. Maintenance
Repairs
Should it be necessary to return the equipment for repairs please contact our nearest Branch Office or Agent or directly:
Spirax-Sarco S.r.l., Returns Department, Via per Cinisello, 18,
20834 Nova Milanese (MB)
ITALY
Tel: +39 0362 49 171
Fax: +39 0362 49 17 307
Invalidation of warranty
The partial or total failure to follow the instructions given in this manual completely invalidates the warranty.
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Key features
- Touch-screen display
- Pressure regulation
- Water level management
- Blowdown functionality
- Alarm limits
- Local and remote control
- Automatic and manual operation
- Built-in safety features