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MICROFAN BV

Mist-Time

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Version 1.04

Dec. 4, 2017

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Page 1 MICROFAN BV Mist-Time Manual Version 1.04 Dec. 4, 2017...
Page 2 B.V. Microfan has taken great care to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate, complete and clear. Should any errors have crept into it in spite of this, Microfan will appreciate it if is informed of this. For any questions and support, you can contact your Microfan dealer at all times.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents User manual ..........................3 Overview Mist-Time ........................4 Operating the Argos Mist-Time ....................4 Enter and change settings ...................... 4 Main overview screen ......................5 Alarm view ..........................6 General menu ........................6 Valve 1-10 menu ........................8 Start menu ..........................
Page 4: User Manual
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Page 5: Overview Mist-Time
Then press again to store the new value in the memory. From now on, the ARGOS Mist-Time will control on the basis of this new value.
Page 6: Main Overview Screen
Main overview screen The main overview screen of the ARGOS Mist-Time show the most important measurements in a clear and structured way. This way you will have a quick overview of the actual situation. Depending on the configuration made in the installer program, it may occur that one or more measurements are not shown.
Page 7: Alarm View
Alarm view Select this menu by pressing the key when you are in the main overview screen. Then select the ‘Alarm view’ menu item and press the key. When there is no alarm, the screen shows ‘No alarms’. When there are alarms, the screen shows what kind of alarm it is. You can select an alarm by pressing the key.
Page 8 Time. (00:00 till 23:59 H.M) This is the actual time. The Argos Mist-Time is equipped with a real time clock and a backup system. After shutting down the power this real time clock still runs for 3 – 5 days.
Page 9: Valve 1-10 Menu
Year. (2000 till 3000) This function shows the actual year. You can leave this general menu by pressing the to go back to the previous menu or press to go back to the main overview screen. Valve 1-10 menu Select this menu by pressing the key when you are in the main overview screen.
Page 10: Start Menu
Remark: this function is only visible when you have a temperature control minimum cycle setting. activated in the MistTime. Active time. (0:01 till 60:00 min.sec) This is the active time when a valve is switched on. Start menu Select this menu by pressing the key when you are in the main overview screen.
Page 11: Installer Manual
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Page 12: Starting Up The Installer Program
Select the desired temperature scale. If this setting is set to ON, every temperature is shown in Fahrenheit. Otherwise all the temperature readings are in Celsius. Pump. (off – on) If a pump is connected to the ARGOS Mist-Time you’ll have to set this function to ON. Mist-Time manual Page 11...
Page 13 Before a valve is activated the pump is started during this pre-run time. Temp.cntrl. (off – on) If the temperature control is used, set this function to ON. The ARGOS Mist-Time is now measuring the temperature. Also an alarm is generated when the sensor is faulty.
Page 14: Installer Test Program
Installer test program The ARGOS Mist-Time is provided with a test program. With this program you can check all the in- and outputs of the ARGOS Mist-Time. Select in the installer menu item ‘Test program’ and press the key. The test program settings/readings are shown.
Page 15 Pulse relay. (off – on) With this function you can check the pulse relay. (this pulse relay is not used by the ARGOS Mist- Time) Off = pulse relay switched off. On = pulse relay is switched on. To quit the test program, just press the key.
Page 16: Updating The Argos Mist-Time Software
The new software is now ready for use. (run-led flashing in 1 sec rhythm) Restore default settings When needed you can restore the default settings of the ARGOS Mist-Time. Switch off the power. Press the SW1 key and keep it pressed while the power supply is switched on again.
Page 17: Wiring Diagrams
Remark: it is possible to use a power supply of 115Vac or 230Vac. Put the power switch in the right position. Warning! If this switch is put in the wrong position the ARGOS Mist-Time can be damaged! Remark: connect the PE wire to the PE connection block.
Page 18: Wiring Diagram Valve With Internal 24Vac Supply
Wiring diagram valve with internal 24Vac supply. 39 + 40 = valve 1. 41 + 42 = valve 2. 43 + 44 = valve 3. 45 + 46 = valve 4. 47 + 48 = valve 5. 49 + 50 = valve 6.
Page 19: Wiring Diagram Valves With External Power Supply
Wiring diagram valves with external power supply 39 + 40 = valve 1. 41 + 42 = valve 2. 43 + 44 = valve 3. 45 + 46 = valve 4. 47 + 48 = valve 5. 49 + 50 = valve 6.
Page 20: Wiring Diagram Pump 115V/230V
Wiring diagram pump 115V/230V 63 + 64 = relay pump. Potentiaal vrij max. 230Vac/2Amp. Remark: the relay is potential free. Remark: The relay is max. 230V, max. 2 Amp. Mist-Time manual Page 19...
Page 21: Wiring Diagram Temperature Sensor
Wiring diagram temperature sensor 19 + 33 = Temperature sensor. 33 = GND Important: the jumper associated jumper must be in the position ‘Temp’. See diagram. Remark: the temperature sensor can not be calibrated. Remark: always use shielded cable with a minimal diameter of 0,8 mm and connect the shielding to the GND connection.
Page 22: Wiring Diagram Alarm Relay
Wiring diagram alarm relay 59 + 60 = Alarm relay 59 = P-contact. 60 = NO-contact. Potential free, max. 24Vac/dc 2Amp. Remark: connection 59 & 60 are closed when there is no alarm. (relay on) 59 & 60 are disconnected when an alarm is activated.
Page 23: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications Size (extern) : 120x230x205mm (d x w x h) housing : Plastic IP54 Connections : Via connectors Ambiant temperature : 0 – 45˚C nor direct sunlight or heating. Power supply : 115 or 230Vac Frequency : 50/60Hz Power : max.