Index Introduction…………………………………………………………………...……. 3 FPC-02 Installation notes ……...…………...…………………………………... 4 Wiring the FPC-02-120V, FPC-02-120V-MDB ………………………………. 5 Wiring the FPC-02-240V, FPC-02-240V-MDB ………………………………. 6 Operating instructions……………………………………………………………. 7 Turning the system ON and OFF………………………………………………. 7 Selecting temperature scale…………………………………………………….. 7 Selecting Automatic or Manual mode …………………………………………. 7 Heater indication…………..……………………………………………………...
Introduction The FPC-02 Series power boxes offer smart and easy control for HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS. It can operate one heating zones. Typical applications include pipes, valves and gutters. The backlit LCD screen provides full interface and information to the system status. The FPC-02 offers various operating and programming options such as: - Switchable temperature scales (°F or °C) - Adjustable Lower ambient temperature limit to stop...
FPC-02 Series Installation PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETY WARNINGS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE CONTROLLER AND SAVE IT FOR FUTURE USE Installation notes Familiarize yourself with the markings, warnings, components and terminology. The FPC-02 power boxes and its accessories must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with local regulations and the requirements of the NEC (NFPA 72 ) and the CEC part 1.
Provide terminals L, N with up to 120 VAC, 30 AMP. Make sure the wire Gauge (AWG) is suitable for the circuit Amperage draw, as specified in the NEC/ CEC table 1. Caution: Incorrect voltage may cause fire or seriously damage the unit. FPC-02-120V NO NC HE C GFEP Main...
Caution: Incorrect voltage may cause fire or seriously damage the unit. FPC-02-240V NO NC HE C GFEP Main Indication Supply Dry Contact 240 VAC (NO/NC) PYROULS *See table (By Meitav-tec) Heater Heat Load Indication Branch circuit protection Aquastat (24VAC) connection and disconnect provided (option) 240 VAC, 30A by installer.
Operating instructions Turning the system ON and OFF Press and hold the [ON] button for 0.5 seconds to turn the system ON or OFF. The words “ON” or “OFF” will appear on display. When ON, the green LED on the front panel will also turn ON . Selecting temperature scale Press the [+] button for Celsius.
Technician settings Use the technician settings mode to view and adjust the following parameters: Temperature set point Enable/Disable 2 temperature sensor Lower ambient temperature limit to stop logic (Aquastat) the heater Not in use Time delay before stopping the heater MODBUS MAC Address for home ON time for manual mode automation system (option)
Technician settings (Cont’) P02 - Lower limit temperature for heating Press the [SELECT] and [+] buttons simultaneously. “P02” and the low limit temperature will appear on display. When the temperature on the temperature sensor drops below the low temperature limit, the heating system will stop. Use the [+] and [-] buttons to adjust the temperature set point.
Technician settings (Cont’) P04 - Manual mode ON time Press the [SELECT] and [+] buttons simultaneously. “P04”, “On” and the time “Manual ON” mode time period will appear on display. The hours will blink. The delay time parameter defines a time frame in which the heater remains ON after receiving an “Manual ON”...
Technician settings (Cont’) P07 – Not in use Press the [SELECT] and [+] buttons simultaneously. “P07” will appear on display. Proceed to P08. P08 – MODBUS MAC Address (for MDB models only) Press the [SELECT] and [+] buttons simultaneously. “P08” and the MODBUS MAC Address will appear on display. Use the [+] and [-] buttons to set the MAC Address of the unit.
Technician settings (Cont’) P09 - Test conditions mode / Technician commissioning mode Turn ON test conditions to check the functionality of the system regardless of temperature sensors parameters (i.e. during the summer). In test conditions, the Ambient temperature is always -7°C/19°F. Press the [SELECT] and [+] buttons simultaneously.
Technician settings (Cont’) DIP switch S2 - Short measuring times (test only) Use DIP switch S2 to short the - “ON” - Short measuring times – for test/commissioning only (measuring times will be divided by 60). - “OFF” - Normal operation. Short measuring times: A real 1 hour will take 1 minute and a real 1 minute will take 1 second.
System Errors Error 1 – MODBUS Communication error “Aux1” Will appear on display. Communication error Error 2 – Temperature sensor is not connected or short circuit “SensErr 1” Will appear on display. Temperature Sensor error GFEP The GFEP is designed to provide protection for electrical equipment. GFEP TEST The GFEP should be tested monthly.
Object list (for MDB models only) OBJECT LIST FOR FPC-02-MDB Series rev. 1.0 MODBUS RTU Mode, Address Slave 1-60, Baud Rate 9600, n, 8, 1 All Registers Signed Integer 16 bit, R - Register Read Only, R/W - Register Read/Write Dec,[Hex] Value Description Read/Write...
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