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Installation and servicing Solar thermal controller instructions Logamatic SC40 For Heating Engineers Please read carefully prior to installation.
Service level menu functions Language selection Time, setting Select system Settings System operating mode Fault diagnosis Reset Faults Faults indicated on the display Faults not indicated on the display Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
V Ensure that installation and operation of the device conforms to the local standards and guide- lines. Disposal V Dispose of packaging in an environmentally responsible manner. V When replacing components, dispose of the old parts in an environmentally responsible manner. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Notes are identified by the symbol shown on the left. They are bordered by horizontal lines above and below the text. Notes contain important information in cases where there is no risk of personal injury or damage to property. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
– Pump status (as simple schematic diagram not representative of actual system) – System values (e.g. temperatures) – Selected functions Fig. 2 Example of screen display – Fault messages Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
0.387 7.116 0.591 3.606 0.339 Tab. 2 Resistances of the temperature sensors The temperature sensors must be disconnected from the controller for their resistanc- es to be measured. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
This device complies with the applicable EN requirements. V Observe the following regulations and guidelines: – Local regulations and requirements of the electricity supplier concerned. – Commercial/industrial codes and regulations and fire regulations. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
2), drill the holes and insert wall plugs. Straighten the controller and screw firmly in place through the lower mounting holes, left and right. 5 mm 7747006072-01.1 SD Fig. 3 Mounting the controller on a wall Top fixing hole Bottom fixing holes Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Specifications and pressure loss characteristics of diverter valve Fig. 4 Installation diagram for combination cylinder return boost Cylinder temperature sensor S6 Solar thermal controller Logamatic SC40 Return temperature sensor S3 Heating return Boiler return Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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V Provide temperature sensor S3 with insulation at least 20 cm long ( Fig. 5, item 3). V Fit temperature sensor S6 in the position provided on the cylinder (see installation instructions for cylinder). Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Rated volumetric Number of collectors flow rate 1 - 5 0.6 m³/h 6 - 10 1.0 m³/h 11 - 15 1.5 m³/h Tab. 5 Rated volumetric flow rate Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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EN 1434 or determining yield. Calculation of yield requires a device with a calibration certificate, usage data (water volume, room heating heat requirement), weather data and system simulation. V Wire up electrical connections as shown in Section 4.4. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
7747006072-02.1 SD Fig. 8 Feeding in and securing cables Cable grip reversed Cable grip Cable entry from below Cable entry from the rear Fuse, 2.5 A slow (2 off) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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V Connect the leads according to the desired configuration diagram ( pages 15 - 41). V After completing the work, close the controller by replacing the cover and tightening the securing screw. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder bottom temperature sensor Cylinder top temperature sensor (optional) Cylinder centre temperature sensor (optional) Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder centre temperature sensor (optional) Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder centre temperature sensor (optional) Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Heat meter WMZ return temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder 1 bottom temperature sensor Cylinder 1 top temperature sensor Cylinder 2 bottom temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder 2 bottom temperature sensor Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder 2 bottom temperature sensor Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Heating return temperature sensor Cylinder top temperature sensor (optional) Cylinder centre temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder top temperature sensor (optional) Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Cylinder centre temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder top temperature sensor (required for shutdown at 95 °C) Cylinder centre temperature sensor Temperature sensor on external heat exchanger (heat meter flow) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Cylinder centre temperature sensor Temperature sensor on external heat exchanger (heat meter flow) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder 1 top temperature sensor (optional) Cylinder 2 bottom temperature sensor Cylinder 2 top temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder 1 top temperature sensor (optional) Cylinder 2 bottom temperature sensor Cylinder 2 top temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Cylinder 2 top temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Cylinder 2 bottom temperature sensor Cylinder 2 top temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Cylinder 2 bottom temperature sensor Cylinder 2 top temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder 2 bottom temperature sensor Cylinder 1 top temperature sensor (optional) Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Cylinder 1 top temperature sensor (optional) Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder 1 top temperature sensor (optional) Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder centre temperature sensor (optional) Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder centre temperature sensor (optional) Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Collector temperature sensor FSK, field 2 Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Swimming pool temperature sensor Cylinder centre temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Swimming pool temperature sensor Cylinder centre temperature sensor Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Cylinder 1 top temperature sensor (optional) Swimming pool temperature sensor Temperature sensor for external heat exchanger Flow heat meter WMZ temperature sensor (optional) Return heat meter temperature sensor (optional) WMZ Heat meter (optional) Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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The controller has an RS232 serial interface for data output. The Tx and Rx signals are inverted by the controller. Connection is by way of a 4-pole screw-clamp terminal. Fig. 36 Earth Signal in Signal out No function Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Possible indications (display flashes when function is active): – Double Match Flow – Evacuated tube collector function – S. Europe function – Daily heating – Cooling function Tab. 7 Overview of system data Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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The controller has to be set to suit the specifics of the solar thermal system. An overview of the Service level functions can be found on page 48. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
In order to prevent undesirable starting of the pump when the power supply is con- nected, the controller is factory-set to Always off mode. V For normal operation, set the controller to Auto. ( Section 7.6, page 67). Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Switch to View level by turning the rotary selector Subsequent changes can be made from the Service level menu by selecting Settings. Tab. 9 Basic settings after installation Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Cylinder 1 maximum temperature Double Match Flow Return flow boost cut-in temperature differential Return boost cut-out temperature differential Heat meter Glycol content Tab. 10 Functions selectable from Service menu Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Heat exchanger anti-icing function Operating mode Solar system operating mode Fault diagnosis Function test Version Reset For resetting the controller to the default settings Tab. 10 Functions selectable from Service menu Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
V To return to the next menu up, press the button. Setting range Default setting New setting German, English, French, Ital- English ian, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Croatian, Slovenian, Romanian Tab. 11 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
V To save the new setting: release the button. V To return to the next menu up, press the button. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
V To return to the next menu up, press the button. Setting range Default setting New setting Configuration diagrams T1 to T8 Configuration diagrams H1 to H13 Configuration diagrams S1 to S6 Tab. 12 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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X (S1, S2, S5) X (S2, S4) X (S1, S2, S4, S5) X (S2) X (S1, S2, S5) X (S4) Tab. 13 Additional functions and temperature sensors required Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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X (S2, S4) X (S6) X (S4) X (S2, S4) X (S6) X (S6) X (S4) X (S4) X (S4) X (S6) Tab. 13 Additional functions and temperature sensors required Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Setting range Default range setting New setting 7 -20 K (°C) 10 K (°C) Tab. 14 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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T3, T7 and H3 (if the output for one pump is changed, the controller sets the others to the same output). Setting range Default setting New setting 30 - 100 % 50 % Tab. 16 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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This function is not possible or is limited if the collector sensor is external to the collector. Setting range Default setting New setting Yes/No Tab. 18 If the Tube collector function is active, the cooling function ( Section 7.5.22, page 65) is automatically deactivated. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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The minimum difference from the cut-out temperature difference is 3 K (°C). Setting range Default range setting New setting 6 - 20 K (°C) 6 K (°C) Tab. 21 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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In order to obtain accurate readings from the heat meter, the glycol content of the solar fluid must be specified. Setting range Default range setting New setting 0 %, 30 %, 40 %, 50 % 45%, 50 % Tab. 24 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
When the cylinder maximum temperature is reached, the solar system pump is switched off. Setting range Default setting New setting 20 - 90 °C 60 °C Tab. 26 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
If the temperature difference falls below the set figure, cylinder charge transfer is stopped. Setting range Default setting New setting 4 - 17 K (°C) 5 K (°C) Tab. 29 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
T3, T7 and H3 (if the minimum output for one pump is changed, the controller sets the others to the same output). Setting range Default setting New setting 30 - 100 % 50 % Tab. 31 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
– The controller for the standby cylinder must be set so that domestic hot water takes priority. – Daily heating of the preheating stage must be scheduled for times without hot water demand. Setting range Default setting New setting Yes/No Tab. 32 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Menu: Service > Settings > Daily heating target temperature This setting determines the temperature for daily heating. Setting range Default setting New setting 60 - 70 °C 60 °C Tab. 34 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Systems with a domestic hot water cylinder that is charged by an external heat ex- changer: in “hard water” areas, increased levels of limescale formation can occur in the heat exchanger secondary system. Setting range Default setting New setting Yes/No Tab. 35 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Warning: risk of frost damage to heat exchanger! V Fit valve with a positioner that achieves a switching time of less than 45 seconds. Setting range Default setting New setting Yes/No Tab. 37 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
V To save the new setting: release the button. V To exit Operating mode, press the button. Setting range Default setting New setting Always off, Auto Always off Tab. 38 Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
V Inform occupants of the premises of the risk of scalding. 7.7.2 Version Menu: Service > Diagnosis > Version The Version menu shows the current version of the software. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
V Press and hold the button and use the rotary selector to select Yes. RESET Reset controller to factory setting? V To save the new setting: release the button. Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Collector temperature drops Collector connections reversed. Fit flow and return pipes correctly. 10 K (°C) within 15 seconds of switching on. Tab. 39 Possible faults indicated on the display Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
(max. 60 °C). low. Tab. 40 Possible faults not indicated on the display Logamatic SC40 - Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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