Sollatek FDEx2i User Manual

Electronic refrigeration controller with always-on, wi-fi and bluetooth

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FDEx2i
Electronic Refrigeration Controller with Always-On,
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
USER MANUAL
v1.0
Important: This manual contains essential safety information.
Before using this product, please read all instructions thoroughly. Keep this manual accessible for future reference.

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  • Page 1 FDEx2i Electronic Refrigeration Controller with Always-On, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth USER MANUAL v1.0 Important: This manual contains essential safety information. Before using this product, please read all instructions thoroughly. Keep this manual accessible for future reference.
  • Page 2 Sollatek devices comply with EU directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS). The Sollatek device must only be used for the purpose and functions described in this manual. As each application requires a different configuration and setup, no liability is accepted by Sollatek UK Ltd for the correct operation of the final equipment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Wi-Fi sniffing provides precise asset tracking within 2. FUNCTION 10.3 TEMPERATURE CONTROL indoor/urban environments. The Internal battery allows the FDEx2i to transmit location data even in the event there is no mains 10.4 ENERGY SAVING (TEMPERATURE SET-BACK) 2.1 TEMPERATURE CONTROL power.
  • Page 4: Led Indicators

    F l a s h i n g 1 2 5 m s e c O N and other connected outputs. Once the voltage becomes good, the FDEx2i will ensure the voltage remains good for a set period / 6 0 0 m s e c O F F / 1 2 5 m s e c O F F (TIMESAVE™) before reconnecting power to the compressor and other connected outputs.
  • Page 5: Operation

    Compressor Accumulated Compressor run time has reached defrost interval (e.g. 12 hours). Disconnect compressor; voltage is above HVD Mains power Disconnect compressor; voltage is below LVD Time 8 +44 (1753) 214 500 sollateksupport@sollatek.com 9 FDEx2i USER MANUAL FDEx2i USER MANUAL...
  • Page 6: Defrost Mode

    Depending on the requirement, defrost can be triggered by either using the temperature or/and by time, when both settings are sense a door opening for the pre-set duration, then the FDEx2i will enter Energy Saving Mode and run using the energy-saving enabled, whichever event happens first will trigger or end the defrost cycle.
  • Page 7: Features

    4.3 TIMESAVE™ FUNCTION The FDEx2i has a built-in sensing period after a bad voltage event. When the voltage returns to good after a bad voltage period the FDEx2i will only reconnect power to the compressor and other connected outputs once it has sensed the voltage remains 4.1 TEMPERATURE BLIND TIME...
  • Page 8: Cellular Connectivity

    FDEx2i MUST be mounted with terminals in an isolated area, either in a plastic or earthed metal case. For the best signal, avoid mounting the FDEx2i near/behind metal surfaces and mount it as close to the front of the 4.7 GEO-LOCATION cooler, facing the front plastic grid.
  • Page 9: Wiring Connections

    5.5.1 CONTROLLER * FDE32 models ONLY Once power is supplied to the FDEx2i, the FDEx2i will immediately start operating as per the set parameters. The set time delay will be respected before turning the compressor and other relays ON. 5.4.1 MAINS AND OUTPUT WIRING DANGER! - LIVE TERMINAL 5.5.2 BATTERY MODE TRANSMISSION...
  • Page 10: Testing Procedure

    1. Connect the FDEx2i to a variable power source such as a variac and ensure the output of the Variac is at a good starting voltage.
  • Page 11: Alarms & Errors

    7.4 INTERNAL FAULT DETECTION If an internal fault within the FDEx2i is detected, it is reported through the LED indicator. If the fault does not automatically clear and resumes normal operation, then please contact Sollatek for help and advice.
  • Page 12: Configuration

    8.1.2 HOME WINDOW When the desktop configuration interface is opened, the configuration interface window appears. The menu bar includes File, Tools, and Help which have all the options for you to be able to configure / program the FDEx2i. Button...
  • Page 13: Remote Configuration

    Instructions for details on this method) and then uploaded to the FDEx2i. Connect the FDEx2i interface cable to the 6-way module port on the top of the FDEx2i and the USB port on your computer. WARNING! Only a Sollatek isolated interface cable is to be used, unapproved or unisolated cables will cause damage to the FDEx2i and the computer.
  • Page 14: Parameters

    Cycling Off Time (mins) Minutes 1 to 255 Remove the bung from the micro-USB port on the FDEx2i. Connect the micro-USB connector of the extension cable to the Operation When Compressor is Off On, Off, Cycling, Heater, Light Control Micro-USB port on the FDEx2i.
  • Page 15 The duration the relay will turn ON during defrost mode. After this, the relay will turn OFF. Cycling OFF Time Select the operation of the relay when the FDEx2i is in Post Drip Down Recovery mode. ON = Relay will turn ON (if OFF) and remain ON during Post Drip Down Recovery mode.
  • Page 16: Temperature Control

    For example: Normal Mode Min Duration is set to 6 hours and Door Close Duration to Start Energy Saving is set to 2 hours. After 3 hours of operation in normal mode, there is no door activity for 2 hours. The FDEx2i will resume in normal mode as the Temperature Cut-Out in Setback mode Normal Mode Min Duration has not been met.
  • Page 17: Delays And Timers

    Immediate Defrost Enable Temperature The maximum temperature sensed by the defrost probe at power-up for defrost to be entered. If set to N/A, the FDEx2i 10.6 DEFROST FUNCTION will enter defrost mode at power-up regardless of the defrost temperature.
  • Page 18: Voltage Protection

    OFF. The defrost will start when the timer value exceeds the value of Defrost Start Time (if enabled). Yes = Defrost is enabled. FDEx2i will continue to enter defrost as per the set parameters even when probe #1 is faulty.
  • Page 19: Door Switch Operation

    The temperature at which the heater will turn ON. If the temperature is below this value, the heater will remain OFF. Set Health Event Interval The duration between the FDEx2i collecting health data ready for sending to the cloud. Data will not be sent until the next Heater Cut-Out Temperature GPRS interval.
  • Page 20: Specification

    12 cartons (1200 units per pallet) Frequency 2.4 GHz ISM Pallet Weight 723.0 kg 300.0 kg Connectivity Eddystone, iBeacon & connection to the Sollatek Smart Device Application Bluetooth Standard IEEE 802.15.1 Memory Size 32 Mb for data/image storing between transmission WI-FI GEO-LOCATION Frequency Range 2.4 GHz...
  • Page 21: Accessories

    Cable 2x3 Way to uUSB RA 3m PROGRAMMING PRODUCT CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 90500600 SPP04 FDE/FCAx3/FCR/FCZ 8M291010 Mini USB Socket to Micro USB Plug Cable 8M293504 FDEx2 Interface Cable 92353245 FDE32-4BW 3xOP 4GT 40 +44 (1753) 214 500 sollateksupport@sollatek.com 41 FDEx2i USER MANUAL FDEx2i USER MANUAL...
  • Page 22 © Sollatek (UK) Limited 2025. All Rights Reserved. SOLLATEK and the SOLLATEK device are the trade marks of the Sollatek House Sollatek group of companies. No part of this manual may be re- Waterside Drive, printed or copied without the prior written permission of Sollatek.

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