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Digi-Sense TC9000 User Manual

Advanced pid and on/off temperature controller with thermocouple input
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Digi-Sense
TC9000 Advanced
PID and On/Off Temperature Controller
with Thermocouple Input
Models 89800-01 and 89800-02
THE STANDARD IN PRECISION MEASUREMENT

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  • Page 1 User Manual ® Digi-Sense TC9000 Advanced PID and On/Off Temperature Controller with Thermocouple Input Models 89800-01 and 89800-02 THE STANDARD IN PRECISION MEASUREMENT...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction......................3 Unpacking ......................3 Controller Description—Front Panel ..............4 Controller Description—Back Panel ..............5 Controller Description—Active Display Screen ............. 6 Setup and Operation .................... 7 Initial Setup ....................7 Basic Operation Setup ................. 7 Auto Tune Setup ..................7 PID Control Mode Setup (Default Mode) ............

  • Page 3: Introduction

    PID parameters with minimum user configuration required. The TC9000 has a single thermocouple input that accepts J, K, N, R, S, T, B, and E sensors. The controller automatically sets the PID parameters through a "learning" sequence in the auto tune mode.

  • Page 4: Controller Description-Front Panel

    Controller Description — Front Panel 1. RUN/STOP Button Pressing RUN/STOP once will start the control process if the temperature Controller is stopped, or stop the control process if the temperature controller is running. If the controller is running, “Heat” and “Cool” on-screen indicators will illuminate appropriately in the “Alarm/Action Display”.

  • Page 5: Controller Description-Back Panel

    Controller Description — Back Panel Heater/Cooler output based on model 5-15R , IEC 60320 C19, 230 115 VOLT VOLT (Image shows this receptacle) Model 89800-01 Model 89800-02 1. IEC power cord connection (see page 32 for additional cords) 2. Fuse 3.

  • Page 6: Controller Description-Active Display Screen

    Controller Description — Active Display Screen...

  • Page 7: Setup And Operation

    Setup and Operation Initial Setup Install controller in safe operating area.  Plug the heater or cooler (sold separately) into the output connector located on the back of the  controller. Connect the thermocouple sensor to the thermocouple input connector located on the back of ...
  • Page 8 PID Control Mode Setup: (FACTORY DEFAULT MODE) Screen # 1 - Selecting Sensor Type The TC9000 is set to thermocouple.  Press MENU key to advance to next screen.  Screen # 2 - Selecting Thermocouple Type Thermocouple is preselected on screen # 1.

  • Page 9: Pid Control Mode Setup (Default Mode)

    PID Control Mode Setup: Screen # 4 - Selecting Alarm Setting Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change between Auto Reset, Manual Reset, and Off.  Press MENU key to advance to next screen.  - If Auto or Manual is selected, the controller will advance to screen # 5. - If selection is OFF, the controller will advance to screen # 9.
  • Page 10 PID Control Mode Setup: Screen # 6 - Setting Alarm Mode Variables This screen reflects the variable settings for the selected alarm mode from screen # 5.  -Set Point—Process High - Press the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value.
  • Page 11 PID Control Mode Setup: -Set Point—Deviation High/Low - Press the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value. - Press the SELECT key to toggle between High and Low. There will be a line below the active field. - When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 7. -Set Point—Deviation Band - Press the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value.
  • Page 12 PID Control Mode Setup: Screen # 7 - Setting Hysteresis Alarm Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust value.  The user-defined value when the alarm will exit an  alarm condition. Example: User has a Process High alarm programmed with a value of 150°C and has set the Alarm Hysteresis of 1°C. The alarm has been activated after the temperature reached 160°C.
  • Page 13 PID Control Mode Setup Screen # 10 - Calibration Gateway Screen will default to SKIP Calibration Setup.  WARNING: Do not enter the calibration gateway unless  you have the proper calibration equipment to calibrate the sensor inputs associated with this control.
  • Page 14 PID Control Mode Setup Screen # 14 - Control Action Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value.  Set for the process that is being performed: Heat or Cool  When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 15. ...
  • Page 15 PID Control Mode Setup Screen # 19 - Integral Time Setup Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value.  WARNING: Do not change these values unless you have  experience in manual setup of PID (Proportional, Integral, and Derivative) of this controller These values are derived from running the auto tune function.
  • Page 16 PID Control Mode Setup Screen # 23 - Power Output Control Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value.  Default value is 100 percent.  This feature allows the user to reduce the output power to the output heating device—useful in ...

  • Page 17: On/Off Control Mode Setup

    ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 1 - Selecting Sensor Type The TC9000 controller is set to thermocouple.  Press MENU key to advance to next screen.  Screen # 2 - Selecting Thermocouple Type Thermocouple is preselected on screen # 1.
  • Page 18 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 4 - Selecting Alarm Setting Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to toggle between  Auto Reset, Manual Reset, and Off. Press MENU key to advance to next screen:  - If Auto or Manual is selected, the controller will advance to screen # 5. - If OFF is selected, the controller will advance to screen # 9.
  • Page 19 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 6 - Setting Alarm Mode Variables This screen reflects the variable settings for the selected alarm mode from screen # 5.  -Set Point—Process High - Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value. - When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 7.
  • Page 20 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: -Set Point—Deviation High/Low - Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value. - Press the SELECT key to toggle between High and Low. There will be a line below the active field. - When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 7. - Set Point—Deviation Band - Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value.
  • Page 21 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 7 - Setting Hysteresis Alarm Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust value.  The user-defined value when the alarm will exit an alarm  condition. Example: The user has a Process High alarm programmed with a value of 150°C and has set the Alarm Hysteresis of 1°C.
  • Page 22 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 10 - Calibration Gateway Screen will default to SKIP Calibration Setup.  WARNING: Do not enter the calibration gateway unless you  have the proper calibration equipment to calibrate the sensor inputs associated with this controller. Changing calibration settings in the control can cause errors in sensor temperature readings and operation of the control.
  • Page 23 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 14 - Control Action Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value from  Heat to Cool. Set for the particular process that is being performed.  When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 15. ...

  • Page 24: On/Off Control Mode Setup

    ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 18 - Run Time Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value.  Use the SELECT key to toggle between HR and MIN fields.  Run Time is a safety feature while the control is in the On/Off ...

  • Page 25: Safety

    Safety Precautions DANGER: DO NOT REMOVE COVER! HIGH VOLTAGE IS PRESENT IN THE CONTROLLER. Contact supplier for service. DANGER: If high voltage is present on external temperature sensor from outside source, high voltage will be present at the control. DANGER: Fire protection and control damage: Replace all fuses with the correct fuse replacement.

  • Page 26: Specifications For Controller Models

    Specifications for TC9000 Controller — Model 89800-01 Power input: 120 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±3%, 15 amp, 1800 watts max load Operating environment: 32 to 77ºF (0 to 25ºC); 90% RH, noncondensing Maximum altitude: 2187 yd (2000 m) Pollution degree: 2 (normally only nonconductivity pollution occurs)
  • Page 27 Specifications for TC9000 Controller — Model 89800-02 Power input: 230 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±3%, 10 amp, 2300 watts max load Operating environment: 32 to 77ºF (0 to 25ºC); 90% RH, noncondensing Maximum altitude: 2187 yd (2000 m) Pollution degree: 2 (normally only nonconductivity pollution occurs)

  • Page 28: Specifications For Sensor Input

    Specifications for Sensor Input Thermocouple (grounded or nongrounded)  Automatic cold junction compensation and break protection for sensor  Range Type J -310 to 1832°F (-190 to 1000°C) Type K -328 to 2502°F (-200 to 1372°C) Type N -328 to 2372°F (-200 to 1300°C) Type R 32 to 3214°F (0 to 1768°C) Type S...

  • Page 29: Screen Flow Charts

    Screen Flow Charts...

  • Page 30: Advanced Menu Setup Flow Chart

    Screen Flow Charts Advanced Setup Menu...

  • Page 31: Ferrite Clip Installation

    Ferrite Clip Installation Example picture Digi-Sense Temperature Controller TC9500 Model 89800-03...

  • Page 32: Alternative Power Cords-For Various Countries

    Alternative Power Cords — for Various Countries A detachable cord/plug set is automatically included with both models of the temperature controller: - Model 89800-01 includes a US 120 VAC plug - Model 89800-02 includes a US 220 VAC plug Below is a ordering table for the available cord/plug sets. Cord/plug sets feature a country-specific male plug on one end and an IEC 320 female plug on the other end.

  • Page 33: Output Cord Adapters-For Various Countries

    Output Cord Adapters — for Various Countries A detachable cord set is not included with the temperature controller: - Model 89800-01 includes a US 120 VAC female plug - Model 89800-02 includes a IEC 60320 C19, 230 VAC female plug Below is a ordering table for the available cord sets.

  • Page 34: Approvals

    CE Approval UL File E207546, Vol. 1...

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    Maintenance Simple preventive maintenance steps include keeping the controller clean. Protect it  from overload, excessive dirt, oil and corrosion. Cleaning: If cleaning is necessary, use only a damp cloth with water only. Wipe only  the exterior of the control chassis. CATALOG NUMBERS 89800-01 and 89800-02 SERIAL NUMBER _______________________ DATE OF PURCHASE ___________________...

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