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Shimaden AR18 Series Instruction Manual

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Preface

This instruction manual describes precautions, mounting, wiring, functions and operating procedures when handling
the AR18 Series. Keep the manual handy when dealing with AR18 Series Digital Controller. Be sure to observe all
precautions and adhere to the procedures provided in the manual.
Request ......................................................... 1
Preface ............................................................ 1
1. Safety precautions .......................................... 2
2. Introduction ................................................... 3
　 2-1. Preliminary check .................................... 3
　　 2-1-1. Specification code check ........................ 3
　　 2-1-2. Accessories check ................................. 3
　 2-2. Notes on use ............................................. 3
3. Installation and wiring .................................... 4
　 3-2. Mounting ................................................ 4
　 3-4. Wiring ................................................... 5
　 3-5. Terminal layout ....................................... 6
　 3-6. Terminal arrangement table ........................... 6
　 3-7. Wiring ................................................... 7
　　 3-7-1. Input circuit ....................................... 7
　　 3-7-2. Grounding .......................................... 7
　　 3-7-3. Power circuit .................................... 7
　　 3-7-4. Control output circuit ........................... 8
AR18 Series
Digital Controller
Instruction Manual
Contents
　 4-1. Two-position type ................................. 10
　 4-2. Three-position type ................................. 11
5. Action ...................................................... 12
　 5-2. Hysteresis, dead band (DB) ........................ 12
　 5-3. Operation ............................................. 13
　　 5-3-1. Setting set points .............................. 13
　　 5-3-2. Display off .................................... 13
6. Explanation of functions ................................. 13
　 6-1. Control output ....................................... 13
　 6-2. Alarm action ....................................... 13
　 6-3. Standby action ....................................... 14
　 6-4. Analog output ....................................... 14
　 7-1. Causes and remedy of trouble ..................... 14
8. Measuring Range Codes ................................. 15
9. Specifications ............................................. 16
AR18F-1DE
Jun. 2023

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    This instruction manual describes precautions, mounting, wiring, functions and operating procedures when handling the AR18 Series. Keep the manual handy when dealing with AR18 Series Digital Controller. Be sure to observe all precautions and adhere to the procedures provided in the manual.

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Be sure to provide grounding. WARNING The AR18 Series digital controllers are control instruments designed for industrial use to control temperature, humidity and other physical amounts. You should either take appropriate safety measures or avoid using for control that could have a serious effect on human life.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    In the event you want to inquire about a product defect, missing accessory Instruction manual: 1 or other matter, please contact your nearest Shimaden dealer. 2-2. Notes on use Do not operate the front panel keys with hard or pointed objects. Always press the keys lightly with the tips of your fingers.

  • Page 4: Installation And Wiring

    The controller is provided with tabs for mounting. Insert as is from the front surface of the panel.   AR18 Series controller is designed for mounting on the panel. Be sure to mount on the panel. Operate the product with attached gasket. ...

  • Page 5: Wiring

    3-4. Wiring WARNING ● Be sure to turn off power before wiring. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock. ● After wiring, do not touch terminal elements or other charged parts while conducting electricity. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock.

  • Page 6: Terminal Layout

    3-5. Terminal layout Wire in accordance with the following terminal layout and terminal arrangement table. Two-position type Three-position type 3-6. Terminal arrangement table Terminal No. Name of terminal Description Two-position type Three-position type 100 – 240 V AC L Power supply 100 –...

  • Page 7: Wiring

    3-7. Wiring 3-7-1. Input circuit The input circuit handles weak electrical signals. Wire separate of the motor and operation circuits. If wiring together cannot be avoided, make a single contact using shielded wire. 1) Thermocouple input Be sure to wire the thermocouple with thermocouple compensation lead wire. Arrange for the total resistance of thermocouple and compensation wiring to be at least 100Ω.

  • Page 8: Control Output Circuit

    3-7-4. Control output circuit The control output circuit conducts contact output / SSR drive voltage. The respective wiring methods differ. Wire while referring to the following figure.  One-setting, two-position type ■ Contact output form ■ SSR drive voltage output form * Heating or humidification wiring * 1 SSR contact AR18...

  • Page 9: Analog Output Circuit (Optional)

    3-7-5. Analog output circuit (optional) Analog output includes “voltage output form” and “current output form.” Wire while referring to the following explanatory diagram. ■ Current output * If current input form instrument is connected * If 2 loads are connected (load resistance 300Ω...

  • Page 10: Names And Functions Of Parts On Front Panel

    4. Names and functions of parts on front panel 4-1. Two-position type One-setting, two-position type One-setting, two-position type with alarm Measured value display  Set value display  Operating keys  Hysteresis display Operating keys Higher limit alarm  Operating keys Lower limit alarm ...

  • Page 11: Three-Position Type

    4-2. Three-position type Three-position type Equipped with three-position type alarm  Measured value display Set value display  Operating keys Dead band (DB) display  Operating keys Higher limit alarm  Operating keys  Lower limit alarm Operating keys  Action display Name Function...

  • Page 12: Action

    5. Action Make sure the wiring is correct before turning on the power. Incorrect wiring could result in burnout. 5-1. Display when power is applied Check the initial message when power is applied to see if the product specifications are as desired. When power is applied, the initial screen when power is applied is displayed for each screen for about 1 second as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 13: Operation

    5-3. Operation 5-3-1. Setting set points Set value is set by keys. Pressing key makes the first decimal point flash and changes the value of the set value. If there is no key input operation for 3 seconds, update operation is finished and the first decimal point stops flashing. The values changed by the keys are applied to operation immediately.

  • Page 14: Standby Action

    If action differs from that for which the controller was designed and the controller is thought to be faulty, please read the instruction manual and inspect once more. If the product trouble is not resolved or you have questions, please contact your nearest Shimaden dealer.

  • Page 15: Measuring Range Codes

    8. Measuring Range Codes Higher/lower limit alarm Input type Code Measuring range Code Measuring range setting range 0 – 1800 °C 0 – 3300 °F 0 – 1700 °C 0 – 3100 °F 0 – 1700 °C 0 – 3100 °F -199.9 –...

  • Page 16: Specifications

    9. Specifications ■ Display ● Isolation : Contact output insulated for all ● Digital display : Measured value / red LED 4 digits, : No insulation between SSR drive voltage and analog character height approx. 14.3 mm output; all others insulated Setting 1, 2 / green LED 4 digits, ■...

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