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- Page 1 TCM2-FX Control Panel for Fire Sprinkler Freeze Protection Systems Installation, Operation & Maintenance Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
1.1: The Panel Location ..................................4 and should not be construed as a commitment by Thermon. Thermon assumes no 1.2: Initial Inspection and Handling ............................4 responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this guide. -
Page 3: The Panel Location
The The TCM2 is a microprocessor-based temperature control and monitoring module developed specifically The following serves as a guide and overview of the installation, startup and operation of a TraceNet TCM2-FX for heat tracing. Designed for use exclusively in Thermon manufactured control systems, the TCM2 module heat tracing control and monitoring system. - Page 4 Section 2: SPECIFICATIONS The table below serves as general specification information for the TCM2 control module. TCM2-FX control panels are available in a variety of configurations. The table below serves as general Table 2.2: TCM2 Module Specifications specification information for these control panels.
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Page 5: Bottom Side Connections
2. 24 VDC & DIGITAL OUTPUTS: A 24 VDC output is provided to power accessories such as a serial to Ethernet For a successful installation of a TCM2-FX series heat tracing control and monitoring system, a number of converter. The output supplies up to 9 W and is over-current protected. The Digital outputs provide alarm equally critical parts of the system must be installed properly. -
Page 6: Heat Trace And Insulation Installation
In addition, refer to the Electric Heat Tracing Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guide specifications. (Thermon Form No. 20745) for general procedures and installation tips. Power supply wiring from the power transformers to the power distribution panel and distribution wiring to Keep ends of heating devices and kit components dry before and during installation. -
Page 7: Communication Wiring
Section 5: MONITORING HEAT TRACING CIRCUIT STATUS Enter Submenu 5.1 The Interface Local interaction with the TCM2-FX panel takes place through the TCM2 module’s simplified four-button Table 5.1 membrane switch, four-line display and its three tri-color LEDs. See which follows for a complete explanation of the physical interface. -
Page 8: Basic Navigation
For Temperature TRIPS pressing once will acknowledge the TRIP causing the circuit LED to stop flashing and stay solid red and the common TRIP digital output and audible alarm to deactivate. To reset a high 5.2 Basic Navigation temperature TRIP and reactivate the circuit, must be pressed again. -
Page 9: Section 6: Accessing Control Settings
Section 6: ACESSING CONTROL SETTINGS Table 6.1: Main Menu Options 6.1 Password Protection The TCM2 module features password protection for settings. Menu Option Applies To Set-Point/Settings Available Range/Options Precision The user has the option to set a four-digit numerical password which must be entered in order to authorize -129°C to E2600°C;... -
Page 10: Section 7: Heat Trace Control And Monitoring
Section 7: HEAT TRACE CONTROL AND MONITORING Table 6.1: Main Menu Options (Continued) Menu Option Applies To Set-Point/Settings Available Range/Options 7.1 Control Method To provide the most flexible and application specific heat trace solution, the TCM2 is capable of controlling ON or OFF GROUND CURRENT TRIP using several different algorithms or control methods. -
Page 11: The Tcm2 In Process Sensing Applications
Trace heater circuits are on independent circuit breakers from the TCM2 controller. Any time that the TCM2-FX panel must be opened to gain access to the programming of the controller, 7.4 The TCM2 in Ambient Sensing Applications the installer shall verify that all trace heater circuits are disconnected at the circuit breakers. -
Page 12: Section 9: Maintenance
Section 9: MAINTENANCE Section 10: NOTES Preventive maintenance consists of inspection, testing, checking connections and general cleaning of equipment at scheduled intervals. The maintenance recommendations that follow are intended to support, and in some cases, add to those procedures detailed in the facility’s Planned Maintenance System (PMS). In case of conflicts, contact the project engineer for resolution. -
Page 13: Appendix A: Memory Map
11 APPENDIX A: MEMORY MAP Table 12.1: Circuit Measurement and Status (Read Only) Continued Function Table 12.1: Circuit Measurement and Status (Read Only) Address Description Values Codes Function Alarm status Circuit 2 Table 12.2 Address Description Values Codes Temp RTD1 Circuit 2 Temp = Value ÷... - Page 14 Table 12.4: Circuit Measurement and Status Table 12.4: Circuit Measurement and Status (Continued) Function Function Address Description Values Address Description Values Code(s) Code(s) 03.06 Alarm Acknowledge Circuit 1 03.06 RTD Fault Clamp Circuit 1 Table 12.2 03.06 Alarm Acknowledge Circuit 2 03.06 RTD Fault Clamp Circuit 2 03.06...
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Page 15: Appendix B: Additional Information
0000 – 9999 2010 Password Enable 0 = Disabled; 1 = Enabled 0 = 2-Circuit (Default) 1 = 1-Circuit, 1 CT; 2011 TCM2-FX type 2 = 1-Circuit, 2 CTs; 3 = 1-Circuit, 3 CTs 2012 Serial number low 0-65535 2013... - Page 16 13 APPENDIX C: TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Low Temperature Reading/Alarm A table of Troubleshooting Tips is provided in Appendix C to assist during start-up. Troubleshooting tips are provided here as a beginning point in correcting start-up issues and clearing out alarm and trip events. The following summarizes some of the possible causes and solutions for heat tracing low temperature alarms.
- Page 17 RTD Alarm High Current Readings/Alarms The following summarizes some of the possible causes and solutions for heat tracing RTD sensor reading The following summarizes some of the possible causes and solutions for heat tracing for heat tracing high alarm. current readings or alarms. Cause Possible Solutions Cause...
- Page 18 If issues remain after exercising all these possible causes and solutions for heat tracing alarms and trips, heater is 100% on. contact your nearest Thermon engineering center for assistance and/or for arranging for field service. Heater circuit may be shorter than anticipated in Verify installed length (if possible) and if different review the design stage.
- Page 19 Corporate Headquarters: 7171 Southwest Parkway • Building 300, Suite 200 • Austin, TX 78735 • Phone: 512-690-0600 For the Thermon office nearest you visit us at . . . www.thermon.com Form PN80520-1023 © Thermon, Inc. • Printed in U.S.A. • Information subject to change.
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