Page 2 - Introduction; Precautions
3 Introduction Precautions Congratulations on your purchase of an Athena Series 16C Temperature/Process Controller. It is designed for ease of use and reliability wherever accurate control is required. After following the instructions for installation, simply step through and set your operating para...
Page 3 - Safety Warning
3 In addition to presenting a potential fire hazard, high voltage and high temperature can damage equipment and cause severe injury or death. When installing or using this instrument, follow all instructions carefully and use approved safety controls. Electrical connections and wiring should be perf...
Page 5 - Installation; Unpacking and Inspection; inspect it carefully for damage. Never attempt to install; CL
4 1 Installation Measurements between centerlines of panel cut- outs are the minimum recommended. Unpacking and Inspection 1. Inspect shipping carton for obvious signs of mishandling.2. After removing the controller from the shipping carton, inspect it carefully for damage. Never attempt to install ...
Page 6 - Figure 2. Case Dimensions
2 3 Mounting Dimensions Figure 2. Case Dimensions Prior to mounting the Series C in your panel, make sure that the cutout opening is of the right size, 1.771” x 1.771” (45 mm x 45 mm), and deburred to enable a smooth fit. A mini- mum of 4” (100 mm) of depth behind the panel is required. Figure 3. Se...
Page 7 - Wiring; Figure 4. Contact Identification
2 3 Wiring IMPORTANT: All electrical wiring connections should be made only by trained personnel, and in strict accordance with the National Electrical Code and local regulations. The Series C controller has built-in circuitry to reduce the effects of electrical noise (RFI) from various sources. How...
Page 8 - Figure 5. Thermocouple Input Wiring; Figure 7. Process and Linear Input Wiring
4 Wiring Figure 5. Thermocouple Input Wiring Make sure that you are using the appropriate thermocouple and extension wire. Connect the negative lead (generally colored red in ISA-type thermocouples) to contact #9; connect the positive lead to contact #10. Extension wires must be the same polarity as...
Page 9 - Output Types; For Control Output Type —
4 5 Output Types The Type “B” output is a mechanical device and subject to wear. To extend the life of the relay, set the Cycle Time for the relay output to the longest duration that still affords good control. When you ordered your Series C controller specific output types were specified, designate...
Page 10 - Operation; Figure 9. Front Panel Controls and Indicators
6 7 Operation Mode/Enter Key Used to enter Parameter selections, access operating modes, release latched alarms, and index through menu items. Lower Key Used to decrease values. (Hold for fast-step progression) Raise Key Used to increase values. (Hold for fast-step progression) Menu Access Key Used ...
Page 11 - Power On; On initial startup, there is a possibility that; Operations Overview
6 7 Power On When power is first applied to the Series C, all segments of the LED displays will be momentarily illuminated while the instrument goes through a series of diagnostic checks to verify proper operation. A software version number will then appear in the lower display, followed by a config...
Page 12 - Security Levels
8 Security Levels The security level feature allows you to limit access to the menus, setpoint, and operating mode selection according to the needs of your application. The security levels provided are Key Lockout , Setpoint , Setpoint plus Mode , User , Configuration , and Factory . To view or chan...
Page 14 - Option
10 11 Menu System Overview The Parameter Menu System is organized into ten basic menus: Input, Display, Output, Control, Alarm, Tune, Recipe, Supervisor, Calibration, and Option . To access the Menus, press and hold the Menu Access key for approxi- mately 3 seconds until a menu label appears in the ...
Page 15 - Figure 10. Series C Functional Diagram
10 11 Menu System Overview Figure 10. Series C Functional Diagram To return to Process Value at any time, press and hold Menu Access key for three seconds for 3 seconds Menu System for 3 seconds Security Levels Pr ocess V ariable Display Mode Selection for 10 seconds for 3 seconds once once
Page 16 - Figure 11. Chart of Series 16C Menu System
12 Menu System Overview Figure 11. Chart of Series 16C Menu System and Security Levels (Continued on Next Page) Mode/ Enter Key Menu Access Key (number)(number)(number)(number)(number) Notes: 1. It is recommended you start with the input menu. 2. Parameter labels displayed will vary, depending upon ...
Page 18 - Menus and Parameter; Menus and Parameters
Input Used to select sensor-related parameters, such as input type, limits, and scaling. Display Used to set or change decimal position and display units. Output Used to specify output usage, control methods, and alarms. Control Used to select parameters associated with the control methods. Alarm Us...
Page 19 - Input Menu
15 NOTE: FOR A MORE DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF MENU PARAMETERS, REFER TO THE GLOSSARY WHICH BEGINS ON PAGE 64. The first parameter that needs to be set is Input Type . The remaining Input Menu parameters will change, depending upon whether a linear input type or a temperature input type is selected. Ot...
Page 20 - Input Jumper Settings; Linear Input Type
17 Input Type JMPØ1 JMPØ2 Thermocouple Out Out RTD Out Out Voltage <100 mV Out Out Voltage >100 mV In Out Current Process In In 16 Input Menu JMPØ1 JMPØ2 Input Menu (continued) Display Parameter Selection Input Type 100 ohm compressed RTD 0-20 mA 4-20 mA 0-10 mV 0-50 mV 0-100 mV 10-50 mV 0-1 V...
Page 21 - Output Type
17 Display Menu JMPØ1 Display Parameter Selection Decimal Position 0-3 Linear Inputs 0-1 TC/RTD Filter 0.1-10.0 sec Units* Fahrenheit Celsius Kelvin *NOTE: Does not appear for linear inputs. Blanking , 0-9999 sec (Time selected before setpoint diplay turns off.) Output Menu The first parameter that ...
Page 22 - Output Menu; *Recommended Cycle Time Settings; Control Menu; PID Output Type
19 18 Output Menu Output 1 Action Reverse-acting (Heating) Direct-acting (Cooling) Output 1 Cycle Time* 0.2; 1 to 120 seconds Output 1 Low Limit 1-100% Output 1 High Limit 1-100% Output 2 Action Reverse-acting (Heating) Direct-acting (Cooling) Output 2 Cycle Time* 0.2; 1 to 120 seconds Output 2 Low ...
Page 24 - Notes On Alarms; independent; Latching Alarms
20 21 Notes On Alarms Outputs can be set up as an alarm, similar to the standard alarm format. Four types of alarms are available: Process, Deviation, Inverse Band, and Normal Band. All alarms may be configured to be inhibited on power-up for a configurable time duration.Process Alarm: Activates at ...
Page 25 - Output Menu; Alarm Output Type
20 21 Output Menu Display Parameter Selection Output 1 Alarm Action (Latching) (Normal) Output 1 Alarm Operation (Process Low) (Process High) (Inverse Band) (Normal Band) (Deviation Low) (Deviation High) Output 1 Alarm Delay 0-9999 sec Output 1 Alarm Inhibit 0-9999 sec Output 1 Alarm Setpoint Span o...
Page 26 - Autotune; Single Setpoint Ramp Time; after
22 Display Parameter Selection Damping Low Normal High Autotune Damping Menu Note: The damping parameter specifies how aggressively the controller performs its autotuning. The “Normal” setting is a compromise between the fast recovery and overshoot. The “Low” setting provides faster recovery, but wi...
Page 27 - Power Fail Resume
22 23 Recipe (Ramp/ Soak) Menu Power Fail Resume Setting this parameter to On will cause the control to resume a recipe which was active when a power failure occurred. The recipe will resume at the start of the last active ramp or soak segment. Ramp/Soak Events (1-8) (If alarms are configured as ram...
Page 28 - Supervisor Menu
25 24 NOTE: The following seven parameters are only available whenmulti-step ramp is selected. Display Parameter Selection Recycle Number 0-99, (Recipe Executions) Power Fail Resume Off On Ramp Times 1-8 0-9999 mins. Ramp Events 1-8 Alarm 1 On Alarm 1 Off Alarm 2 On Alarm 2 Off Disabled Soak Levels ...
Page 30 - Autotuning; Configure the controller
26 27 Autotuning To place the controller in Autotune mode: 1) Configure the controller by following the directions for Initial Setup Sequence through Step 3 on page 7. Set damping parameter. (See page 22.) 2) If the controller is not already in Standby mode, place it in Standby now as follows. Press...
Page 31 - Autotuning Procedure Diagram
26 27 Autotuning If a tune error condition occurs, the upper display will toggle between and a numeric error code for three seconds before the tune process terminates. The controller will then automatically go into Standby mode when a tuning error occurs. Possible error codes are: 02 = No PID Device...
Page 32 - Manual Tuning; Manual Tuning Procedure
28 Manual Tuning Manual Tuning Procedure (Zeigler-Nichols PID Method) This tuning method may be used for non-temperature control processes or if the spread between ambient temperature and process operating temperature is small. For best results, the use of a recording device is required when tuning ...
Page 33 - Error Codes; Autotune Errors
28 29 Error Codes If an error code cannot be cleared by using the actions provided, contact factory. Display Problem Actions Open Sensor Check sensor, wiring, and Input. Reversed Sensor Check the type selection in the Input menu, and check sensor polarity. Loop Break Correct problem and reset contro...
Page 34 - Operating Limits
30 Technical Specifications Operating Limits Ambient Temperature 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C) Relative Humidity Tolerance 90%, Non-Condensing Power 100 to 250 V 50/60 Hz (Single-Phase) 100 to 250 Vdc 24 Vac/dc Power Consumption Less than 6 VA Performance Accuracy ±0.20% of Full Scale (±0.10% Typical)...
Page 35 - Input Type
30 31 Technical Specifications Input Type Thermocouple B, C, E, J, K, N, NIC, NNM, R, S, T, Platinel II Maximum lead resistance 100 ohms for rated accuracyRTD Platinum 2- and 3-wire, 100 ohms at 0° C, DIN curve standard (0.00385) 1000 ohms availableLinear 0-50 mV/10-50 mV, 0-5 V/1-5 V 0-20 mA/4-20 m...
Page 36 - Ordering Codes
32 33 Ordering Codes Code Input Type C T Thermocouple CR RTD C S Compressed RTD CM Millivolt Linear CV Volt Linear CC Current Linear CA All CB TD & T/C Code Option 00 NoneAlarms 10 Dual SSR, N.O. 20 Dual Open Collector 21 Dual 24 Vdc 22 Dual SSR, N.C. 23 Relay, N.O.Communications 30 RS-232/Athen...
Page 37 - RTD Calibration Values
32 33 The Series C controller is precalibrated at the factory. Under normal circumstances, the factory calibration should be valid for the life of the instrument. If recalibration should be required, allow the controller to warm up for 15 minutes and follow these steps carefully. Recalibration Proce...
Page 40 - Repairs
36 Warranty/ Repairs Two-Year Limited WarrantyTHIS EQUIPMENT IS WARRANTED TO BE FREE FROM DEFECTS OF MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP. IT IS SOLD SUBJECT TO OUR MUTUAL AGREEMENT THAT THE LIABILITY OF ATHENA CONTROLS, INCORPORATED IS TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT AT ITS FACTORY, PROVIDED THAT IT IS RET...
Page 41 - Unit Repairs
37 Warranty/ Repairs Unit Repairs It is recommended that units requiring service be returned to an authorized service center. Before a controller is returned for service, please consult the service center nearest you. In many cases, the problem can be cleared up over the telephone. When the unit nee...
Page 42 - B 5 A 250 Vac 1000 M ohms
38 39 IEC Requirements The maximum supply current is line voltage dependent:230 mA for a 24 Vac/dc input fuse rating=700 mA 60 mA for an 85 -250 Vac input fuse rating=100 mAOutput SpecificationsOutput Type Max current Voltage Leakage B 5 A 250 Vac 1000 M ohms T 1 A 250 Vpk 1 mA S 20 mA 5 V NA CLEANI...
Page 43 - Glossary
38 39 Alarm Delay - the time delay between the detection of the alarm condi- tion and the initiation and indication of the output action. Alarm Inhibit - prevents low setpoint alarm activation during cold startup applications. Bias - allows the operator to compensate for any difference between senso...
Page 45 - Quick Setup Instructions - Series 16C Temperature Controller
40 41 Quick Setup Instructions - Series 16C Temperature Controller Experienced users, already familiar with the Series 16C, and using the controller with PID outputs, may follow these condensed instructions to autotune the controller and get started quickly once the instrument is prop- erly mounted ...
Page 46 - Keep This Information in a Safe Place; Series C Temperature Controllers; Model Number; Configured Parameters Reference Data; Options
42 43 Keep This Information in a Safe Place Configured Parameters Reference Data Series C Temperature Controllers Model Number Zone Location Firmware Version No. (Displayed when the controller is powered up after all the segments on both lines of the display have been tested.) Dear Customer: Please ...
Page 47 - Notes
Page 48 - For Toll-FreeTechnical Assistance in the USA,
44 Athena Controls, Inc. 5145 Campus Drive Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 U.S.A. Tel: (610) 828-2490 Fax: (610) 828-7084 Toll-Free in U.S.: 1-800-782-6776 Internet: www.athenacontrols.com For Toll-FreeTechnical Assistance in the USA, Call Toll Free: 1-800-782-6776 900M011U00 REVISION “B” / 09-13-2004
