Observe the comprised safety instructions! If this manual is damaged or lost, request a new copy from Big Dutchman. 1.1 Basics The system may only be assembled, used, maintained and repaired •...
Moreover, the regulations and instructions for the prevention of accidents valid at the respective place of use must be observed. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from modifications to the system. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
After completing the assembly or repair of this system, dispose of the packaging material and remains which cannot be used further according to the legal provisions for recycling. The same applies to parts of the system after putting it out of service. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
All trademarks mentioned or shown in the text are trademarks of their respective owners and deemed patented. For further information please contact: Big Dutchman International GmbH, P.O. Box 1163, 49360 Vechta, Germany Phone +49 (0)4447 801 0, Telex 25510 big d, Fax +49 (0) 4447 801 237 Email: big@bigdutchman.de, internet: www.bigdutchman.de...
Also observe the regulations of local water distribution and power supply companies. 2.2 Safety instructions when operating electrical appliances Ensure that the system with its electrical appliances is operated and maintained according to the electro-technical regulations. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
The non-compliance with these instructions can specifically lead • failure of vital functions of the system; Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Page 7 Safety instructions • failure of prescribed maintenance methods; • risk of injuries due to electrical and mechanical influences. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
Figure 3-1: BD103 control box and extension box The DryRapid BD103 control box can be extended by up to two extension boxes. Each extension box provides an additional 8 digital inputs and outputs. They can be used for additional sensors or volume dispenser releases, for example.
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(3) and the drive motor’s safety switch (1). Figure 3-2: Example of a dry feeding system Feed chain drive motor with safety switch Silo Full sensor Volume dispenser release DryRapid BD103 control box Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
Digital output 1 / NO / max. 230 V 1 A (normally open) Digital output 1 / C (common) Digital output 2 / NO / max. 230 V 1 A (normally open) Digital output 2 / C (common) Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Digital output 1 / C (common) Digital output 2 / NO / max. 230 V 1 A (normally open) Digital output 2 / C (common) Safety switch, circuit 1 XIII Safety switch, circuit 2 Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Digital output 2 / NO / max. 230 V 1 A (normally open) Digital output 2 / C (common) XIII Digital output 3 / NO / max. 230 V 1 A (normally open) Digital output 3 / C (common) Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Digital output 1 / NO / max. 230 V 1 A (normally open) Digital output 1 / C (common) Digital output 2 / NO / max. 230 V 1 A (normally open) XIII Digital output 2 / C (common) Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
Initial operation 5 Initial operation The DryRapid BD103 control box must be put into operation following three steps. Configure the basic system settings (language, system time, etc.) in the first step. Configure the inputs and outputs in the IO Manager in the second step.
Make basic adjustments to the system in the "Configuration" menu. Open the menu as follows: 1. On the start screen, press to switch to the main menu. 2. Press on "Configuration" in the main menu. Press if you want to return to the start screen. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Configure the number of circuits of the system directly in the "Configuration" menu. Select the correct number using the slider: • = 1 circuit • = 2 circuits Figure 5-3: Number of circuits Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Define the correct number of outputs the system uses in the "Number of outputs" menu. Use the arrow buttons to select the correct number and save your input by pressing Figure 5-5: Number of outputs Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Password Protect the settings of the following menus by a password: • Configuration • Circuit settings • IO Manager • Service Activate or deactivate password protection using the slider. Figure 5-7: Password Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Page 19 Initial operation Change the password under "Password": Enter the old password first and then enter the new password twice. NOTICE! Password according to factory settings: '0000' Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
The IO Manager consists of two parts. Outputs are displayed on the left, inputs on the right. • Green fields are active (HIGH). • Grey fields are inactive (LOW). Figure 5-9: IO Manager to navigate in the input and output lists. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Transfer circuit # This input can be assigned if it is used as transfer circuit. The control box switches the drive on as long as there is an active signal at the transfer input. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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The following example for input 1 shows how to assign inputs and outputs. 1. Press on the right next to "Inputs". 2. Select (input) 1 -- on the right. to navigate in the list. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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3. Assign input 1 its function from the list on the left. to navigate in the list. 4. Press to confirm and complete the assignment. NOTICE! All used inputs and outputs must be assigned in the IO Manager during initial operation. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
R, for example, press the button 7 three times because the R is in third place. • Entering a number: Press the button with the correct number for at least 2 seconds. Figure 5-11: Changing the name of a feed circuit Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Set the time for which the control box will ignore the full sensor after the start of the feeding process in the "Full sensor bridging time" menu. The maximum duration is 999 seconds. Save the set time by pressing Figure 5-12: Full sensor bridging time Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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This function becomes active e.g. when the full sensor is defective or in case of pipe breaks. The maximum time is 9999 minutes. Save the set time by pressing Figure 5-14: Maximum runtime of the feeding system Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Set the delay after which silo contents are extracted in the menu "Silo start delay". The maximum delay time is 999 seconds. Save the set time by pressing Figure 5-16: Start delay of the silo Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Set the time for which the feed circuit runs without contents being extracted from the silo in the "Residual flow time" menu. The maximum residual flow time is 999 seconds. Save the set time by pressing Figure 5-18: Residual flow time of the feed circuit Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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It is a bridging time during which the sensor is ignored. The maximum delay time is 999 seconds. Save the set time by pressing Figure 5-20: Sensor delay silo Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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Set a time to delay switching off of the light after the end of feeding in the "Delay light" menu. The maximum delay time is 999 minutes. Save the set time by pressing Figure 5-22: Delay light Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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If feed is conveyed without removal from the silo, the drive switches off after the time set under "Time loop". The maximum duration is 999 minutes. Save the setting by pressing Figure 5-23: Time loop Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
6 Operation 6.1 Start screen After a restart of the DryRapid BD103 control box, the start screen is displayed. The display switches to standby mode if it is not used for a longer time while the control box is running. Touch the display to view the screen that was last active.
If feeding was started manually, press to pause the process. Press to cancel the feeding process. NOTICE! The button to cancel the feeding process only appears after the program has been paused. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
The volume dispensers can be selected either individually or all at once. In case of multiple selection, the dispensers are opened with a delay. Position Explanation Select volume dispensers individually Select all volume dispensers at once Immediately open selected volume dispensers Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
Only actions with released starting time will be carried out. The icons next to the starting time indicate which actions will be carried out. Define these actions during configuration of the starting times, see chapter 6.5 ”Configuring a starting time”. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
Page 36 Operation 6.5 Configuring a starting time 1. Press on the time to configure or change an action/feeding. 2. Use the arrows to set the starting time of the action/feeding. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
The following parameters can be defined for the soaking function: • Duration is the total runtime of the soaking/cleaning system. • Duration open indicates for how long the soaking/cleaning system is active in interval (ON). Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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If the timer is active, the lower bar of the "Soaking" menu shows the time until start. Stop the timer by pressing Figure 6-5: Soaking menu with elapsed time of the timer Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
Press the circuit icon of the correct feed circuit to lock or release the feed circuit (C1 = circuit 1, C2 = circuit 2). Figure 6-6: Feeding review menu Icon Explanation Feed circuit active Feed circuit locked Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
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The duration of the action/feeding is indicated by the bar. The actions carried out during each individual feeding process are also shown, see chapter 6.5 ”Configuring a starting time”. Figure 6-8: Previous feeding processes of a single day Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
Factory settings: The control box is reset to factory settings. Existing data is deleted. • System update: New firmware can be installed. • I/O card update: This function is intended for update of the IO card(s) of the extension box(es) only. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
The DryRapid BD 103 control box is virtually maintenance-free. Clean the exterior of the control box with a damp cloth in case it is dirty. NOTICE! Make sure that the control box is not damaged by a high-pressure cleaner. Control box DryRapid BD103 Release: 10/18 99-97-4441 GB...
284 mm x 364 mm x 120 mm Housing / Protection rating IP66 Weight 4.7 kg Ambient temperature 0-50° Control box DryRapid BD103 1 circuit US version Code no. 91-08-3051 Supply voltage 230 V 2 PH/PE Input power max. 1.5 kW...
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Page 44 Technical data Control box DryRapid BD103 1 circuit 0.75 kW Code no. 91-08-3053 Supply voltage 230/400 V 3 PH/N/PE Input power max. 0.75 kW Dimensions 284 mm x 364 mm x 120 mm Housing / Protection rating IP66 Weight 4.05 kg...
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