Eaton EPCT Fire Series Installation Manual

Eaton EPCT Fire Series Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation manual EPCT Fire series Fire Pump Controller...
  • Page 2 CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT SHALL NOT BECOME PART OF OR MODIFY ANY CONTRACT BETWEEN THE PARTIES. In no event will Eaton be responsible to the purchaser or user in contract, in tort (including negligence), strict liability or other-wise for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damage or loss whatsoever, including but not limited to...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.4.1 Control input descriptions ........................9 4.4.1.1. Remote manual start ............................... 4.4.1.2. Remote manual stop ............................... 4.4.1.3. Remote manual start/stop ............................4.4.1.4. Remote auto start ..............................4.4.1.5. Deluge valve start ..............................EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 4 5.4.10 Phases ..............................14 5.4.11 System frequency ..........................14 5.4.12 CT Ratio..............................14 5.4.13 Motor FLA ............................14 5.4.14 Common alarm settings ........................14 5.4.15 Notification area settings ........................14 EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 5 Weekly motor test timer ........................17 5.8 Alarm setpoints tab ..............................17 5.8.1 Phase reversal ............................17 5.8.2 Phase failure alarm setpoint ......................... 17 5.8.3 Motor overload setpoint ........................17 EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 6 7 .2.1 Programming: ............................23 7 .3 MODBUS Board ...............................23 7 .3.1 Programming: ............................23 7 .3.2 MODBUS dip switch settings ......................23 7 .4 Supervisory alarm option board ..........................23 7 .4.1 Programming: ............................23 EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 7 Appendix N: Supervisory alarm option board – tab menu structure ..............47 Appendix O: Alarm/Status messages ..........................48 Appendix P: I/O board error codes ...........................50 Appendix Q: Power wire cable reference ........................51 EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    All safety codes, safety standards, and/or regulations must The rated impulse withstand voltage rating of this assembly be strictly observed in the installation, operation, and is 10kV. maintenance of this device. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 9: Installation And Electrical Connections

    If required, the running period timer (RPT) must be set electrical connections are tightened before energizing. for a minimum of ten (10) minutes. Refer to Appendix F for programming of the RPT. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 10 NFPA, Pamphlet 20 standards. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 11: Hardware Description

    Refer to the schematic diagram mounted on the inside of the controller door for all connection points specific to the controller. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 12: External Pushbuttons

    If a starting condition exists, the pump motor will start again once the stop button is released. 3.8 Transfer switch components Refer to Section 6 for the description of the transfer switch components. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 13: Operation

    (5) minute countdown timer where, when it expires, the controller will exit the Welcome Screen to the Home tab and resume normal operation. 4.2.1 Welcome screen and home screen graphics 4.2.1.1. Welcome screen EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 14: Home Tab Without An Ats

    Operation 4.2.1.2 Home Tab without an ATS Fig 1. HOME tab (idle) Fig 2. HOME tab (pump running) EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 15: Home Screen Of A Controller Without An Ats (Motor Running)

    There will be a Pump Running status in the Notification Area. be manually stopped via the stop pushbutton located on the enclosure flange. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 16: Automatic Start Sequence

    When this input is in the “Connected” state, the EPCT controller will signal a visual indication on the main display board for High Room Temperature. The Common Alarm relay will also de-energize for remote monitoring of this alarm. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 17 The Startup (1CR) relay is the motor start relay. It will energize when there is a call-to-start. When the relay closes, it provides full voltage to the start/run contactor. This is not a reprogrammable relay. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 18 0-999 PSI / Disabled minutes of inactivity. The screen saver will turn the screen Pressure Variance Recording 1-999 PSI / Disabled black and will show a moving EATON logo. To deactivate the Hourly Pressure Recording Enabled / Disabled screensaver simply press anywhere on the screen.
  • Page 19 Source 2 Under Frequency 0-100% / Disabled (Dropout) initiate a call-to-start on the generator and, once voltage 0-100% / Disabled (Pickup) is available on the Source 2 input, the ATS will transfer to EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 20 Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Polish, Dutch, and overvoltage conditions, as well as phase loss conditions. Turkish. Refer to Appendix B for programming. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 21 The configuration will not adjust functionality settings. 5.4.20 Save configuration to USB The controller’s configuration can be saved onto a USB drive. The configuration can then be used on other EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 22 Eaton assumes no liability when this function elapsing. If the system pressure does not exceed the is used. programmed Stop Pressure setpoint, the fire pump motor will continue to run. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 23 The system pressure is then increased to a timed out, the Fail to Stop alarm will be generated. higher known value which is also entered into the controller. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 24: Transducer Fail Pump Start

    This menu item allows the user to adjust frequency dropout programmed for. and pickup settings. Should the controller be equipped with an ATS, the screen will provide the ability to have different setpoints for either Source. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 25: History Stats Diag. Tab (History Statistics Diagnostics)

    The statistics can be cleared by pressing the ATS Transfer Failure “Clear All Controller Statistics” button. Please refer to Table Source 2 Disconnected 4 for the statistical values that are recorded. S1 Available EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 26: Controller Diagnostics

    USB in comma Last S2 Overvoltage separated value (CSV) format. Last S1 Under frequency Last S2 Over frequency Last S1 Under frequency EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 27: Automatic Transfer Switch (Ats)

    To manually operate the transfer switch, you must first de-energize the controller. After it is de-energized you may manually rotate the handle until the arrow aligns to the desired transfer switch position. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 28: Ats Control Board & Touchscreen Display

    Source 2 ATS default to should both power sources be viable. contact closed and the Source 1 ATS contact open. When the transfer switch is in the neutral position both the Source EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 29: Weekly Engine Test Timer

    Source 2. While the weekly test timer is timing, the remaining time will be displayed in the notification area. Refer to section 5.8 and Appendix G. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 30: Optional Add-On Boards

    120VAC input (non-polarity specific), two terminals are used for an external 120VAC, minimum 50mA light connection, two terminal blocks are used for an external and silence push button. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 31: Appendix A: Menu Structure

    Appendix A: menu structure Appendix A: menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 32: Appendix B: Startup Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix B: startup tab menu structure Appendix B: startup tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 33: Appendix C (A): Panel Setup Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix C (a): panel setup tab menu structure Appendix C (a): panel setup tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 34: Appendix C (B): Panel Setup Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix C (b): panel setup tab menu structure continued Appendix C (b): panel setup tab menu structure continued ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 35: Appendix C (C): Panel Setup Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix C (c): panel setup tab menu structure continued Appendix C (c): panel setup tab menu structure continued ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 36: Appendix C (D): Panel Setup Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix C (d): panel setup tab menu structure continued Appendix C (d): panel setup tab menu structure continued Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. ote: EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 37: Appendix C (E): Panel Setup Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix C (e): panel setup tab menu structure continued Appendix C (e): panel setup tab menu structure continued Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. ote: EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 38: Appendix D: Help Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix D: help tab menu structure Appendix D: help tab menu structure Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. ote: EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 39: Appendix E (A): Pressure Settings Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix E (a): pressure settings tab menu structure, Appendix E (a): pressure settings tab menu structure, ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 40: Appendix E (B): Pressure Settings Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix E (b): pressure settings tab menu structure continued, Appendix E (b): pressure settings tab menu structure continued, Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. ote: EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 41: Appendix E (C): Pressure Settings Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix E (c): pressure settings tab menu structure continued Appendix E (c): pressure settings tab menu structure continued ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 42: Appendix F: Timer Values Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix F: timer values tab menu structure Appendix F: timer values tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 43: Appendix G (A): Ats Settings Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix G (a): ATS settings tab menu structure Appendix G (a): ATS settings tab menu structure Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. ote: EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 44: Appendix G (B): Ats Settings Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix G (b): ATS settings tab menu structure continued Appendix G (b): ATS settings tab menu structure continued ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 45: Appendix H (A): Alarm Setpoints Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix H (a): alarm setpoints tab menu structure Appendix H (a): alarm setpoints tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 46: Appendix H (B): Alarm Setpoints Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix H (b): alarm setpoints tab menu structure continued Appendix H (b): alarm setpoints tab menu structure continued ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 47: Appendix I (A): Inputs / Outputs Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix I (a): inputs / outputs tab menu structure Appendix I (a): inputs / outputs tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 48: Appendix I (B): Inputs / Outputs Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix I (b): inputs / outputs tab menu structure continued Appendix I (b): inputs / outputs tab menu structure continued ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 49: Appendix J: History Stats Diag. Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix J: History stats diag. Tab menu structure Appendix J: History stats diag. Tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 50: Appendix K: Relay Option Board- Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix K: Relay option board– tab menu structure Appendix K: Relay option board– tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 51: Appendix L (A): 4-20 Ma Device - Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix L (a): 4-20 mA device – tab menu structure Appendix L (a): 4-20 mA device – tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 52: Appendix L (B): 4-20 Ma Device - Tab Menu Structure Continued

    Appendix L (b): 4-20 mA device – tab menu structure continued Appendix L (b): 4-20 mA device – tab menu structure continued ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 53: Appendix M: Modbus Board - Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix M: MODBUS board – tab menu structure Appendix M: MODBUS board – tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 54: Appendix N: Supervisory Alarm Option Board - Tab Menu Structure

    Appendix N: Supervisory alarm option board – tab menu structure Appendix N: Supervisory alarm option board – tab menu structure ote: Pressing the Back or Cancel button when available will return the screen to the previous option. EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 55: Appendix O: Alarm/Status Messages

    A timer has been started to detect less than 20% of the programmed motor full load amps after a call to stop is initiated TD S1 TO S2 Timer for the delay between transfer of transfer switch from S1 to S2 EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 56 WAITING FOR S2 When a to start the engine is initiated, the controller is waiting for source 2 to have healthy voltage to initiate a transfer from source 1 to source 2 EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 57: Appendix P: I/O Board Error Codes

    One of the power supply voltages is out of spec. Voltages monitored are: 5V, 3.3V, 1.25V, -5V, 24V, 24V Drain Valve, 24V Opt Card 4-20mA Error The 4-20mA current is below 3.8mA or above 20.2mA EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 58: Appendix Q: Power Wire Cable Reference

    (2)1/0-750MCM (CU/AL) (2)#1-500MCM PER Ø (CU/AL) (2)1/0-750MCM (CU/AL) (3)3/0-400MCM PER Ø (CU/AL) (2)1/0-750MCM (CU/AL) *Coils available: 380V-50Hz, 380V-60Hz, 415V-50Hz, 415V-60Hz *For proper cable size, refer to the National Electrical Code NFPA-70 EPCT FirE sEriEs FirE PumP ConTrollEr MN124016EN August 2019 www.eaton.com...
  • Page 59 Eaton Canadian Operations 5050 Mainway Burlington, ON L7L 5Z1 Email: chcfirepump@eaton.com Web: www.chfire.com © 2019 Eaton All Rights Reserved Eaton is a registered trademark. Printed in USA Publication No. MN124016EN All trademarks are property August 2019 of their respective owners.

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