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Version 5.2A
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Manual # MNC 11100 09/07
Compact Relay Controller
LC10 and LC11 Series
Owner’s Manual
Step One
SPECIFICATIONS
Supply voltage: 120 / 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz.
Consumption: 5 Watts max.
Strobe type: 10_1: N/A
10_2: Xenon tube
Strobe flash: 10_1: N/A
10_2: 1 per second
Sensor inputs: LC10: (1) two-wire level switch
LC11: (2) two-wire level switches
Sensor supply: 13.5 VDC @ 27 mA
Contact type: LC10: (1) SPDT
LC11: (1) Latched SPDT
Contact rating: 250 VAC, 10A, 1/4 hp.
Contact latch: LC10: N/A
LC11: Select On/Off
Contact delay: 0 to 60 seconds
LED indication: Sensor, relay & power status
Electronics temp.: F: -40° to 158°
C: -40° to 70°
Enclosure rating: NEMA 4X (IP65)
Enclosure material: 10_1: PP (U.L. 94 VO)
10_2: PP (U.L. 94 VO) and Polycarbonate
Enclosure mount.: 100_: 3/4” NPT
105_: 3/4” Rp
Enclosure rotation: 300° swivel base
Conduit entrance: Single, 1/2" NPT
Certificate number: LR 79326-3
CE compliance: EN 61326 EMC
EN 61010-1 Safety
Part Number Information:
Part # Thread Description
LC10-1001
(1) (2)
3/4” NPT High or Low Relay Controller
LC10-1051
(1) (2)
3/4” BSP High or Low Relay Controller
LC10-1002
(2)
3/4” NPT High or Low Relay Controller with Strobe Alert
LC10-1052
(2)
3/4” BSP High or Low Relay Controller with Strobe Alert
LC11-1001
(1) (2)
3/4” NPT Automatic Fill or Empty Relay Controller
LC11-1051
(1) (2)
3/4” BSP Automatic Fill or Empty Relay Controller
(1)
Adding -CE to end of part number signify CE configuration of controller
(2)
Adding -E to end of part number signify 240 VAC configuration of controller
1.0"
(25mm)
4.7" (119mm)
2.8"
(71mm)
3.2" (81mm)
1.0"
(25mm)
2.8"
(71mm)
3.2" (81mm)
6.4" (162mm)
Latch/Invert Logic
Time Delay
Sensor
Input
1A
Sensor
Input
1B
(LC11 only)
+ -
+ -
NO
NC
COM
AC
AC
GND
RELAY
POWER
SUPPLY
Dimension:
LC1_-10_1
Dimension:
LC10-10_2
Internal Controller Logic
LC11-1001 Faceplate
LC10-1001 Faceplate
AC
PP
RR
115 VAC
220 VAC
AC
GND
NC
C
NO
DELAY
INVERINVERT +/- +/-
LALATCHTCH
Input 1A
Input 1B
(+)
PP
(-)
(+)
RR
(-)
115 VAC
220 VAC
AC
AC
GND
NC
C
NO
DELAY
INVERINVERT +/- +/-
Input 1A
(+)
(-)
Step Two Step Three
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION
About This Manual:
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO
INSTALLING OR USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual
includes information on three different models of Compact Relay
Controllers from Flowline: LC10-10_1, LC10-10_2 and LC1110_1. The LC10 is a single-input controller with an optional Strobe
Alert™ on the -10_2 model, and the LC11 is a dual-input controller. Many aspects of installation and use are similar between the
three models.
User’s Responsibility for Safety:
FLOWLINE manufactures several models of controller, with different mounting and switching configurations. It is the user’s
responsibility to select a controller model that is appropriate for the
application, install it properly, perform tests of the installed system,
and maintain all components.
Electrical Shock Hazard:
It is possible to contact components on the controller that carry
high voltage, causing serious injury or death. All power to the controller and the relay circuit(s) it controls should be turned OFF prior
to working on the controller. If it is necessary to make adjustments
during powered operation, use extreme caution and use only insulated tools. Making adjustments to powered controllers is not recommended. Wiring should be preformed by qualified personnel in
accordance with all applicable national, state and local electrical
codes.
Flammable or Explosive Applications:
Sensor mount controllers should not be used with explosive or
flammable liquids, which require an intrinsically safe rating such
as the Flowline LC90 series. If you are unsure of the suitability of
a controller for your installation, consult your Flowline representative for further information.
Install In a Dry Location:
The LC10 and LC11 series controller housing is liquid-resistant
and made of Polypropylene (PP). When installed properly , the controller is not designed to be immersed. It should be mounted in such
a way that it does not normally come into contact with fluid. Refer
to an industry reference to ensure that compounds that may splash
onto the controller housing will not damage it. Such damage is not
covered by the warranty.
Relay Contact Rating:
The relay is rated for a 10 amp resistive load. Many loads (such as
a motor during start-up or incandescent lights) are reactive and may
have an inrush current characteristic that may be 10 to 20 times
their steady-state load rating. The use of a contact protection circuit
may be necessary for your installation if the 10 amp rating does not
provide an ample margin for such inrush currents.
Make a Fail-Safe System:
Design a fail-safe system that accommodates the possibility of relay
or power failure. If power is cut off to the controller, it will de-energize the relay. Make sure that the de-ener gized state of the relay is the
safe state in your process. For example, if controller power is lost, a
pump filling a tank will turn off if it is connected to the Normally
Open side of the relay.
While the internal relay is reliable, over the course of time relay failure is possible in two modes: under a heavy load the contacts may be
“welded” or stuck into the energized position, or corrosion may build
up on a contact so that it will not complete the circuit when it should.
In critical applications, redundant backup systems and alarms must be
used in addition to the primary system. Such backup systems should
use different sensor technologies where possible.
While this manual offers some examples and suggestions to help
explain the operation of FLOWLINE products, such examples are for
information only and are not intended as a complete guide to
installing any specific system.
Sensor-mount controllers:
The LC10/LC11 is a cost-effective, modular liquid level controller
whose body incorporates a female 3/4" NPT (3/4" BSP) fitting, allowing it to be mounted directly onto any Flowline sensor or Switch
Pak™ or any 3/4" connection. Simply provide its required AC power
and a controlled device such as a valve, pump, or alarm that can be
switched by the controller’s relay in response to the sensor input.
Sensor-mount controllers are particularly appropriate for simple
processes such as high or low alarms. They can also be a useful part
of more complicated systems, providing a fail-safe backup in case a
centralized system fails.
Features of the LC10 Single Input Controller:
The LC10 Controller is designed to receive a signal from a single liquid sensor. It turns its internal relay On or Off (as set by the invert
switch) in response to the presence of liquid, and changes the relay
status back again when the sensor is dry. The LC10 may be used with
almost any kind of sensor signal: current sensing, contact closure, or
FET switch. The relay is a single pole, double throw type; the controlled device can be connected to either the normally open or normally closed side of the relay. A time delay from 0 to 60 seconds can
be set before the relay responds to the sensor input.
Typical applications for the LC10 are high level or low level
switch/alarm operations (opening a drain valve whenever liquid level
rises to a sensor point) and leak detection (sounding an alarm when a
leak is detected, etc.).
Features of the LC11 Single Input Controller:
The LC11 Controller is designed to receive signals from two liquid
sensors. It turns its internal relay On or Off (as set by the invert
switch) in response to the presence of liquid on both sensors, and
changes the relay status back again when both sensors are dry. The
LC11 may be used with almost any kind of sensor signal: current
sensing, contact closure, or FET switch. The relay is a single pole,
double throw type; the controlled device can be connected to either
the normally open or normally closed side of the relay. A time delay
from 0 to 60 seconds can be set before the relay responds to the sensor input.
Typical applications for the LC11 are automatic filling (starting fill
pump at a low level and stopping pump at a high level) or automatic
emptying operations (opening a drain valve at a high level and closing valve at low level).
Step Four Step Five
GUIDE TO CONTROLS INSTALLATION
1. Power indicator: This green LED lights when AC power is ON.
2. Relay indicator: This red LED will light whenever the controller
energizes the relay, in response to the proper condition at the sensor input(s) and after the time delay.
3. AC Power terminals: Connection of 120 VAC power to the con-
troller. The setting may be changed to 240 VAC if desired. This
requires changing internal jumpers; this is covered in the
Installation section of the manual. Polarity (neutral and hot) does
not matter.
4. Relay terminals (NC, C, NO): Connect the device you wish to
control (pump, alarm etc.) to these terminals: supply to the COM
terminal, and the device to the NO or NC terminal as required.
The switched device should be a noninductive load of not more
than 10 amps; for reactive loads the current must be derated or
protection circuits used. When the red LED is ON and the relay is
in the energized state, the NO terminal will be closed and the NC
terminal will be open.
5. Invert switch: This DIP switch reverses the logic of the relay
control in response to the sensor(s): conditions that used to energize the relay will make it turn off and vice versa.
6. Latch switch (LC11 only): This DIP switch determines how the
relay will be energized in response to the two sensor inputs. When
LATCH is OFF, the relay responds to sensor Input 1Aonly; when
LATCH is ON, the relay will energize or de-energize only when
both sensors (1A and 1B) are in the same condition (wet or dry).
The relay will remain latched until both sensors change states.
7. Time Delay: After the input(s) change(s) state, this control sets a
delay from 0.15 to 60 seconds before the relay will respond.
8. Input 1A and 1B indicator: These amber LEDs will light imme-
diately whenever the appropriate sensor attached to the terminals
detects liquid, and will turn off when it is dry.
9. Input terminals: Connect the wiring from the sensors to these
terminals: A to the upper pair, B (LC11 only) to the lower pair.
Note the polarity: (+) is a 13.5 VDC, 27 mA power supply (to be
connected to the red wire of a Flowline sensor), and (-) is the
return path from the sensor (to be connected to the black wire of
a Flowline sensor). If polarity is reversed, the sensors will not
work.
3/4" NPT Mounting Thread:
Installation of the compact relay controller takes advantage of the
3/4" NPT thread located on its base. This makes the controller fully
compatible with any of Flowline's level switches or Smart Trak™ or
Switch Pak™ mounting systems.
Always tighten the controller
from the wrench flat located
on the swivel base. Never
tighten from the body of the
controller.
Switch Cable:
When installing a Flowline level switch,
adjust the cable away from the printed circuit boards in the controller body. Avoid
breaking the seal between the top of the
level switch and the plastic coated cable.
Connecting switches to input terminals:
Please note a difference between FLOWLINE powered level switches
and reed switches. All powered level switches (models LO10, LP10,
LP15, LP50, LU10, LZ12) will be wired with the Red wire to the (+)
terminal and the Black wire to the (-) terminal. FLOWLINE reed
switches (models L V10, LV20, LV30, LH20 and LH30) will have a particular wiring based upon part number. See the illustration below to
indicate wiring for your switch. Note: the Shield wire will be used only
for long cable runs or where excessive electrical noise is present.
FLOWLINE FLOWLINE
Powered Switch Reed Switch
1
3
7
4
2
5
6
8
9
8
3"
1"
(+)
(-)
(+)
(-)
Red
Black
Models:
LZ10, LU10,
LP50, LP15,
LP10, LO10,
LV10-_201
Red*
Black*
(+)
(-)
(+)
(-)
White
Black
Models:
LV10-_301,
LH10
White*
Black*
* T erminals available on LC1 1 Only
* T erminals available on LC11 Only
Models
LZ10, LU10,
LP50, LP15,
LP10, LO10,
LV10-_2_1
Models
LV10-_3_1
LH10
Input 1A
AC
PP
RR
115 VAC
220 VAC
AC
GND
NC
C
NO
DELAY
INVERINVERT +/- +/-
LALATCHTCH
Input 1B
(+)
(-)
(+)
(-)
VAC Power Input Wiring:
Observe the labeling on the LC10/LC11. Note: Polarity does not mat-
ter with the AC input terminal.
Step Six Step Seven
INSTALLATION APPLICATION EXAMPLES
Relay Input Wiring
The relay is a single pole, double throw type rated at 250 Volts AC,
10 Amps, 1/4 Hp. The two terminal NO and NC (normally open and
normally closed) will be used in different applications. Remember
that the "normal" state is when the relay coil is de-energized and the
Red relay LED is Off / de-energized.
Strobe Alert Output
With the Strobe Alert wired NC, it can be used as a high or low level
alarm, depending on the setting for the invert switch. Strobe can also
be wired NO.
Changing from 120 to 240 VAC
1. Remove the two screws from the top of the printed circuit board
(PCB) and gently slide the PCB from the housing. Use caution when
removing the PCB.
2. Located jumpers JWA, JWB and JWC on the PCB.
3. To change to 240 VAC, remove jumpers from JWB and JWC and
place a single jumper across JWA. To change to 120 VAC, remove
jumper JWA and place jumpers across JWB and JWC.
4. Gently return PCB into housing and replace the two screws.
120 VAC 240 VAC
Configuration Configuration
Low Level Alarm
The goal is to make sure that the liquid level does not fall below a certain point. If it does, an alarm is supposed to sound, alerting the operator of a low level condition.
If power is accidentally cut to the controller, the sensor's ability to
notify the operator of a low level condition could be lost. The system
must alert the operator not only to low liquid level, but to controller
power loss.
To do this, connect the hot lead of the
alarm to the NC side of the relay terminal of the controller. If power is
lost, the relay will be de-energized,
and the alarm will sound (if there is
still power to the alarm circuit itself).
The alarm circuit should have a noninterruptible power supply or some
other indicator or backup alarm to
warn of a power failure in the alarm circuit.
In this application, the normal status if the sensor at the bottom if the
tank will be wet, and the relay will be energized holding the alarm circuit open. Both the relay LED and the Input LED will be on simultaneously, so for this application, Invert should be set to the Off position.
High Level Alarm
In the same manor, this system can be used to sound an alarm when
fluid reaches a high level, with just a change in the location of the sensor and the setting of the Invert switch.
The alarm is still connected to the NC side of the relay to allow for a
power failure alarm.
The sensor is normally dry. In this condition, we want the relay to be
energized so the alarm does not sound: i.e., the Red relay LED should
be on whenever the Input LED is Amber. So we turn Invert On. If the
fluid level rises to the high sensor point, the sensor goes on, the relay
de-energizes, and the alarm sounds.
LED Indication:
Use LED's located above the input terminals
to indicate whether the switch is in a wet or
dry state. With powered switches, Green
indicates dry and Amber indicates wet. With
reed switches, Amber indicates wet and no
LED indicates dry. Note: reed switches may
be wired in reverse so that wet indicates dry
and Amber indicates dry.
JWB
JWC
JWA
JWB
JWC
JWA
O
O
Relay
Terminals
1B
1A
(-) (+)(-) (+)
Off
Amber
(-) (+)
HOT
NRTL
GND
AC
AC
GN
NC
C
N
HOT
NRTL
GND
AC
AC
N
GNNCC
AC
AC
GND
NC
C
NO
AC
P
R
AC
GND
NC
C
NO
AC
P
R
AC
GND
NC
C
NO
Step Eight Step Nine
APPLICATION EXAMPLES TROUBLESHOOTING
Automatic Fill:
This system consists of a tank with a high level sensor, a low level
sensor, and a pump that is controlled by the controller. Part of a proper fail-safe design for this particular
system is that if power is lost to the
controller for any reason, the pump
filling the tank must be turned off.
Therefore, we connect the pump to
the NO side of the relay. When the
relay is energized, the pump will turn
on and fill the tank. The relay indicator will correspond directly to the
On/Off status of the pump.
NOTE: If the pump motor load exceeds the rating of the controller’s
relay, a stepper relay of higher capacity must be used as part of the
system design.
Determining the settings of LATCH and INVERT
This is the way the system must operate:
• When both the high and low sensors are dry, the pump should turn
on, starting to fill the tank.
• When the low sensor gets wet, the pump should stay on.
• When the high sensor gets wet, the pump should turn off.
Latch: In any two-sensor control system, LATCH must be ON.
Invert: Referring to the logic chart in Step Nine, we look for the set-
ting that will de-energize the relay (start the pump) when both inputs
are wet (Amber LEDs). In this system, Invert should be ON.
Determining A or B input connections: When LATCH is ON,
there is no effective difference between Input Aand B, since both sensors must have the same signal in order for status to change. When
wiring any two-input relay section, the only consideration for hooking a particular sensor to Aor B is if LATCH will be OFF.
Automatic Empty:
Note that a similar system logic can be used for an automatic empty
operation simply by controlling a pump that pumps fluid out of the
tank instead of into it. However, note the importance of fail-safe
design. If the tank is being passively filled, and a pump must be used
to actively empty it, a power failure to either the controller or the
pump circuits will cause overflow.
Alternatively, an electrically-controlled drain valve could be used. In
this case, the valve should be a type that will automatically open if
power is lost; in other words, power must be used to hold it closed.
The valve would be connected to the NO side of the relay—if power
is lost to the controller, the relay de-energizes, the valve loses the
power that was holding it shut, and fluid will drain from the tank into
some other safe containment until
power is restored. In this system,
whenever the red relay LED of the
controller is ON, the drain is closed,
allowing fluid to rise.
In this case, Invert should be On:
when both sensors are wet, the relay
de-energizes, the switch to the valve
opens, and the tank will drain.
Controller Logic
For all controllers, please use the following guide to understand the
operation of the FLOWLINE LC11 controllers.
1. Power LED: Make sure the Green power LED is On when
power is supplied to the controller.
2. Input LED(s): The input LED(s) on the controller will be Amber
when the switch(es) is/are wet and Off when the switch(es) is/are
dry. Note: see Step 5 regarding reed switches. If the LED's are not
switching the input LED, test the level switch.
3. LC10 only: When the input LED turn Off and On, the relay LED
will also switch. With invert Off, the relay LED will be On when
the input LED is On and Off when the input LED is Off. With
invert On, the relay LED will be Off when the input LED is On
and On when the input LED is Off.
4. LC11 only: When both inputs are wet (Amber LED's On), the
relay will be energized (Red LED On). After that, if one switch
becomes dry, the relay will remain energized. Only when both
switches are dry (both amber LED's Off) will the controller deenergize the relay. The relay will not energize again until both
switches are wet. See the Relay Latch Logic Chart below for further explanation.
Relay Latch Logic Table (LC11 Only):
The relay can either be an independent relay (high or low level alarm)
or can be a latching relay (automatic fill or empty) with latch ON.
With Latch Off, the relay will only respond to the INPUT 1A setting.
INPUT 1B will be ignored.
With Latch ON, the relay will actuate when INPUT 1A and INPUT 1B
are in the same condition. The relay will not change its condition until
both inputs reverse their state.
Caution: Some sensors (particularly buoyancy sensors) may have
their own inverting capability (wired NO or NC). This will change the
logic of the invert switch. Check your system design.
P
R
AC
AC
GND
NC
C
NO
P
R
AC
AC
GND
NC
C
NO
Invert OFF Latch Off
Input1A
ON
OFF
Input1B
No Effect
No Effect
Relay
ON
OFF
Invert OFF Latch Off
Input1A
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Input1B
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
Relay
ON
No Change
No Change
OFF
Invert ON Latch Off
Input1A
ON
OFF
Input1A
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Input1B
No Effect
No Effect
Invert OFF Latch Off
Input1B
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
Relay
OFF
ON
Relay
OFF
No Change
No Change
ON
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