Georg Fischer 9900-1BC Operating Manual

Signet 9900-1BC Batch Controller System

*3-9900-1BC.090*

3-9900-1BC.090-1 Rev. A1 03/13 English

Product Manual

Look for the Quick Start icon to quickly

set up your new 9900-1BC.

Safety

WARNING!

• Follow instructions carefully to avoid personal injury.

Panel Mount

• This unit is designed to be connected to equipment which can be hazardous to
persons and property if used incorrectly. Read and understand all associated
equipment manuals and safety warnings before using with this product.

• Remove power to unit before wiring input and output connections.

• Wiring connections to this product should only be performed by qualifi ed personnel.

• Do not use unit if display is cracked or broken.

Compatibility

The Signet 9900-1BC Batch Controller is compatible with the Signet models 515 (8510),
525, 2536 (8512), 2537 and 2540 paddlewheel fl ow sensors, models 2551 and 2552
insertion magmeters, and models 2000, 2507 and 2100 in-line fl ow sensors.

Description

Your new 9900-1BC Batch Controller system includes the following items:

• Signet 9900 Transmitter (Generation II) 3-9900-1P

• Signet Relay Module 3-9900.393

• Signet Batch Module 3-9900.397

Note:

Verify 9900 Transmitter version level under the OPTIONS Menu

Dimensions

3-9900-1BC Batch Controller System

99.06 mm
(3.90 in.)

99.06 mm
(3.90 in.)

29.97 mm
(1.18 in.)

54.10 mm
(2.13 in.)

8.13 mm
(0.32 in.)

3-9900-1BC Batch Controller System

91.44 mm
(3.60 in.)

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Installation

System Start-up: Step 1

Prepare the Controller installation location. If the back of the Controller is
diffi cult to access when installed, wire the removable terminal plugs fi rst,
then attach to 9900 Transmitter.

Next step: Wiring (Step 2).

Do not mount in direct sunlight.

Panel Mount Installation

Tools and Equipment Required

• Fine-tooth fi le

• ¼ DIN punch or jigsaw suitable for cutting panel opening to within
1 mm (0.04 in) tolerance.

• ¼ DIN punches are available and recommended for creating clean, precise
openings quickly and easily in most instrument panels.

• If a punch is not available, a jigsaw or other cutting tool can be used.
An adhesive template is provided to help guide the cutting process.
De-burr and smooth the opening with a fi le.

Recommended clearance on all sides between instruments is 25 mm (1 in).

1. Place gasket on instrument, and install through ¼ DIN size opening.

2. Slide mounting bracket over back of instrument until bracket snaps into
latches on sides of instrument.

To remove:

1. Secure instrument temporarily with tape from front or grip from rear of
instrument. DO NOT RELEASE.

2. Press bracket clips outward and remove.

Field Mounting

The Panel Mount unit can be installed in the optional Wall Mount Accessory
(3-9900.392, 159 001 700), for fi eld mount installation.

panel

Quick-clip

mounting

Panel Cutout

92 x 92 mm

(+ 0.8, - 0 mm)

3.6 x 3.6 in.

(+0.031, -0 in.)

Panel Cutout

92 x 92 mm

(+ 0.8, - 0 mm)

3.6 x 3.6 in.

(+0.031, -0 in.)

3-9900.395

H COMM Module

minimum

clearance

25 mm

(1 in.)

gasket on
front side
of panel

plugs

DC Power

Loop Voltage

Panel Cutout

92 x 92 mm

(+ 0.8, - 0 mm)

3.6 x 3.6 in.

(+0.031, -0 in.)

Panel Cutout

92 x 92 mm

(+ 0.8, - 0 mm)

3.6 x 3.6 in.

(+0.031, -0 in.)

CAUTION:

Avoid Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

• Minimize handling of plug-in modules to reduce the possibility of
damage due to ESD.

• Handle modules by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry or
contacts.

• Wear an anti-static wristband or stand on an anti-static mat, or
keep one hand touching a properly grounded pipe or other properly
grounded piece of metal when handling modules.

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Modules

Batch Module

Convert a 9900 Transmitter (Generation II) to a
Batch Controller by plugging in a Batch Module
(3-9900.397).

Optional Module Wiring:

• Wire an external button or keypad (customer
supplied) to stop, start or resume a batch remotely.

• Wire an external input that can inhibit a batch
from starting.

To remove modules:

1) Remove power from the 9900

2) Remove the Relay module

3) Loosen bottom screw of Batch module

4) Carefully grip and squeeze the tabs at the top of

the module to release

5) Pull module away from the unit

6) Do not bend the connecting pins

Relay Module

DC Power

Loop Voltage

3-9900.393 Relay Module

5A 30 VDC

5A VAC

Rating:

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• The Indicator LEDs on the front panel of the
9900-1BC show the status of Open Collector
(relay 1) and relays 2 and 3.

• Hysteresis and time delay are adjustable for
each relay.

In addition to the Open Collector output in the 9900
base unit, the 9900-1BC has a Relay Module which
adds two programmable dry-contact relays. The
Open Collector output in the base unit uses the
Relay 1 setting in the menus. The Relay Module is
assigned to relays 2 and 3 in the menus.

Dry-contact relays are electromechanical switches
with a moving contact armature. They are suitable
for many general-purpose applications, AC or DC,
including AC loads up to 250 V. Install RC Filter
Kits, 3-8050.396, on relays used to switch motor or
inductive loads.

• Two SPDT dry-contact relay inputs

• User programmable 250 V, 5 A maximum resistive
loading (AC).

• Can switch line voltage (typically 120 to 240 VAC)

• Can switch DC voltage (< 30 VDC @ 5A)

• Larger voltage and current ratings than Open
Collector outputs (30 VDC, 50 mA maximum)

CAUTION:

Switching active loads (usually inductive) can cause
contact arcing suffi cient to damage the relays. The
RC Filter Kit or “snubber” (part number 3-8050.396)
is available as an accessory to reduce or eliminate
these damaging effects. Recommended for inductive
loads greater than 50 VAC (remote relays, solenoids,
pumps, etc.).

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Terminal Identifi cation

Terminals 1-2: DC Power

• Required by the instrument

• Provides power to sensors, relays and the LCD backlight

Terminals 3-4: 4 to 20 mA

• Passive 4 to 20 mA output

Terminals 5-6: Open Collector

• Software selectable for Normally Open or Normally Closed

The 9900-1BC requires
regulated 10.8 to 35.2 VDC
(24 VDC nominal) from
an external power supply.
Maximum current draw is
300 mA.

Terminals 7-10: Digital (S

• For sensor wiring

• PC COMM wiring

3

L)/Frequency Input

DC Power

Loop Voltage

Connect sensor wire
plug here as shown on
page 7.

Power

1
2

3
4

5

PWR +
PWR –
Loop +
Loop –

6

OC+OC–

Digital (S3L)/Frequency

SHLD

DATA

GND

V+

Connect power and

open collector wire plug here

as shown on pages 8 and 9.

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Tools Required

• Phillips screwdriver

• Flat-head screwdriver

• Wire strippers

Wiring

System Start-up: Step 2

Wire the transmitter connections with the power off. Keep any 4 to 20
mA and relay-actuated output devices that are connected to it offl ine at
this time. Wire the sensor (pg. 7), power (pg. 8) and Open Collector and
relay(s) (pg. 9).

Next step: System Setup (Step 3).

Wiring Tips:

• Do not route the sensor or DC power cables in conduit containing AC power
wiring. Electrical noise may interfere with sensor signal.

• Routing the sensor cable in grounded metal conduit can help prevent
electrical noise and mechanical damage.

• Seal the cable entry points to prevent moisture damage.

• Only one wire should be inserted into a terminal.

• Splice double wires outside the terminal or use appropriate wire ferrule,
not to exceed 2 mm (0.08 in) diameter.

CAUTION:

DO NOT bundle Relay Module

wiring with other wiring.

Doing so may cause injury and/or damage to

9900 Transmitter, Relay Module, and Batch Module.

All wiring connections to the 9900-1BC are made via removable terminal plugs.

In general:

• Terminals accept 12 to 24 AWG wire.

• Strip 7 mm (0.28 in.) of insulation from wire tips and tin bare ends to
eliminate fraying.

• Insert wire tip or ferrule completely into the terminal and secure with
the screw.

• Do not allow any AC leads that may be connected to the internal relays to
come in contact with low voltage wiring.

CAUTION:

Avoid Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

• Minimize handling of plug-in modules to reduce the possibility of
damage due to ESD.

• Handle modules by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry or
contacts.

• Wear an anti-static wristband or stand on an anti-static mat, or
keep one hand touching a properly grounded pipe or other properly
grounded piece of metal when handling modules.

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Sensor Wiring

515 (8510), 525,
2000, 2100, 2507,
2536 (8512), 2540

V+

SHLD

DATA

GND

No connection

2537

2551*

2552

Black

Red

Shield

S1

Blk Red Shld

V+

DATA

-

GND

+

SHLD

Black

Red

White

Shield

Connect the silver (shield)
wire to earth ground in case
of EMI noise interference.

S3L

SHLD

DATA

GND

V+

DATA

GND

V+

S2

Black
Red
White

Frequency

*2551 Blind Magmeter

Output Selection Jumpers

Frequency

DATA

V+

SHLD

No connection

3

S L

SHLD

GND

2551 Technical Notes:

• When the blue jumper
illustrated is placed over
both pins, the 2551-XX­11 (Blind Magmeter)
outputs an open collector
frequency signal. When
the jumper is removed (or
placed over one pin for
storage) the
2551-XX-11 outputs a
Digital (S3L) signal.

2551 & 2552
Technical Notes:

• Either Frequency or

Digital (S3L) may

4

be used.

• The frequency output will

3

be displayed as positive
fl ow regardless of the fl ow
direction.

• Signet recommends
confi guring the 2551

4

3

with the Digital (S3L)
output because it is more
accurate.

• Input sensor type is
selected by choosing
between “SENSOR FREQ”
and "SENSOR S3L" in the

INPUT menu.

• 5 VDC power is provided
to the 2551 Magmeter by
the
9900-1BC. No additional
power is required.

Black

Brown

White

Blue

Shield

Black

Brown

White

Blue

Shield

No

X

connection

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Power Wiring

CAUTION!

DO NOT connect your 9900 to AC power.

The 9900 MUST be powered by 10.8-35.2 VDC ONLY.

Stand-alone application Connection to a 4 to 20 mA device

9900

Terminals

PWR +
PWR –

Loop +
Loop –

Red
Black

Batch Module Wiring

3-9900.397

Batch Module

+

–

12 to 32 VDC

9900

Terminals

Power

Supply

±10%

PWR +
PWR –
Loop +
Loop –

Blue

Red

Black

+

–

+

–

Connect an external button or keypad (not supplied)
to remotely control the 9900-1BC by wiring the
Batch Module as shown.

Start

Power

Supply

12 to 32 VDC

±10%

4 to 20 mA

Device

Stop/Inhibit

Resume

Common

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Start

Stop

Inhibit*

Resume

Common

*Wire an external input as override
for preventing batch from starting.

Relay and Open Collector Wiring

Open Collector Wiring

• Longer life than a mechanical relay

• No moving parts

• Faster ON/OFF switching capabilities than mechanical relays

• Can switch DC voltage only (< 30 VDC, < 50 mA)

• Not recommended for use with inductive loads

Fail-Safe Behavior

No matter the setting, the Open Collector output turns off if the 9900 loses power. This must be taken into account
when evaluating system failure consequences. If the system layout requires a “closed” or “on” condition for the
output in case of power loss, a mechanical dry-contact relay (NC contacts) must be used instead of the Open
Collector (R1) output.

The 9900 Open Collector (R1) output provides high-speed switching capability. Signal frequencies can reach
400 pulses per minute.

The 9900 Open Collector (R1) output connection is dependent upon the type of circuit being controlled by the output.

Most indicating instruments or control system inputs require a signal voltage of 0 to 5 V (TTL or CMOS logic levels)
or 0 to 24 V. Therefore, the 9900 Open Collector output circuits must be equipped with a pull-up or pull-down
resistor (not supplied), and a quality regulated 5 to 24 V (depending on the application) power supply (not supplied)
is recommended to function properly.

NPN Style Wiring

Pull-Up Resistor

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PWR +
PWR –

Loop +
Loop –

OC –

OC +

9WR9

Gnd

Input

Gnd

If an external device needs logic 0
(logic LOW) input when the Open
Collector is de-energized in an NPN
confi guration, set R1 NORMAL to
CLOSED in the RELAY menu.

PWR +
PWR –

Loop +
Loop –

OC – OC +

Power

Supply

PLC

Alarm

3:5
3:5±

Loop +

/RRS±

2&±

V+

Gnd

PNP Style Wiring

OC +

Pull-Down Resistor

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Power

Supply

with NORMAL
set to OPEN.

Input

PLC

Gnd

9WR9

Power

Supply

Gnd

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Relay Module Wiring

The alarm is OFF during normal

RELAY 2

NO
NC

C

operation, and will go ON when

relay energizes according to

9900 Relay settings.

The valve is OFF during normal

operation, and will go ON when

RELAY 3

NO
NC

C

relay energizes according to

9900 Relay settings.

• NO = normally open (closes when energized)

• NC = normally closed (opens when energized)

Flow

Relay Mode Settings *Simple Mode

(See Input Menu - Page 17)

ALARM!

Valve

AC or DC

power

AC or DC

power

BATCH – Batch*:

Activates relay while batch is running.

VOL PULS – Volumetric Pulse*:

Generates a pulse each time a user defi ned volume
is reached.

0%

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

% Batch Percentage

100%

Time

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

MISSING – Missing Signal*:

Activates relay when no fl ow is detected in X seconds
after a batch cycle starts.
(X is user defi ned) Default = 5 seconds.

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0%

X

Flow Input

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

% Batch Percentage

Time

Relay Mode Settings - continued

Advanced Mode

(See Input Menu - Page 17)

HI FLOW – High Flow:

In HI FLOW Mode, Relay is energized at Set Flow
value and will be de-energized
at Set Flow value minus Hysteresis value.

If STOP BATCH is set to YES, the hysteresis is
ignored. A batch stopped for a high fl ow condition
will not automatically resume when the fl ow
decreases below the hysteresis level.
User interaction is required to resume the batch.

EOB PULS – End of Batch Pulse:

Generates a pulse at the end of a batch which can
be used for external counter or to start a second
batch controller.

Process

High

Setpoint

Hysteresis

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

0% 100%

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

% Batch Percentage

Time

Time

OVERRUN – Overrun:

Activates relay when Overrun reaches the specifi ed
volume (see Set Overrun Volume, pg. 19).

Note: The Overrun Alarm Volume must be greater

than the Manual Compensation Volume. If the
Overrun Alarm Volume is less than or equal to the
Manual Compensation Volume, the Overrun Alarm
will activate on every batch.

SRC VOL – Source Volume:

Activates relay when Source Volume falls to specifi ed
volume (

only available when "Source Volume" is ON

0% 100%

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

% Batch Percentage

Overrun

Time

)

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

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Relay Mode Settings - continued

TOT VOL – Totalizer Volume:

When resettable totalizer exceeds specifi ed volume,
relay activates and latches.

Requires Totalizer Volume Reset to deactivate relay
(see Reset Total, pg. 16).

This mode is useful to trigger a reminder when a
process is due, as for a backwash cycle or fi lter
change.

Advanced Mode

(See Input Menu - Page 17)

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

TWO STG – Two Stage:

This function is designed to prevent overfi lling or
to minimize water hammer. Both the mainline relay
and the bypass relay are energized when the batch
starts. The mainline relay then de-energizes at a
programmed batch percentage, allowing fl ow to
continue through a smaller bypass line to reduce the
fi ll rate (see diagram). After the batch is dispensed,
the bypass relay de-energizes, completing the
sequence.

NOTE: If Relay 1 is selected for Two-Stage operation,

relay 2 defaults to Bypass. If Relay 2 is selected,
relay 3 defaults to bypass. If Relay 3 is selected,
relay 2 defaults to bypass.

MULTIPLE – Multiple Mode:

Activates relay when any one of the four enabled
conditions are met. User can select from Missing
Signal, Overrun, High Flow or Error.

0% 90%

Relay 1 Main

Relay 2 Bypass

Relay energized
Relay de-energized

% Batch Percentage

Main line

flow

Valve

Bypass valve

100%

Time

Overflow

tank

to tank

ERROR – Error:

If using S3L fl ow sensor, activates relay when no
sensor is detected.

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Operation

Open Collector (R1) Indicator LED

Mechanical Relay (R2)
Indicator LED

12 3

Backlight Sensor
(do not block)

Mechanical Relay (R3)
Indicator LED

Warning LED

!

Bar Graph
Units of Measure

(GPM, sec, %, etc.)

Value

Label

Menu Indication

Menu Navigation Key

ENTER

UP, DOWN keys

Scroll through Menu options or adjust values during editing.
Press both together to exit a menu or escape without saving.

RIGHT key

Select item or character to edit.

ENTER key

ENTER

Access menus
Save changes.

DOWN and RIGHT keys

Press both together to enable manual batch
or top off a previous batch. The valve will
open as long as the keys remained pressed.

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System Setup

3s

ENTER

Edit

or or

ENTER

Input Edit

Input Edit Choices

System Setup: Menu Navigation

This basic operating procedure repeats throughout
the 9900 program:

1. Press ENTER for 3 seconds to enter EDIT menu.

2. Press  to move to a specifi c menu item.

3. Press ENTER key to select the item for editing.

4. Press  or  to edit the value/selection.

5. Press ENTER to store the new value/selection.

6. Press + to select another menu item.

Repeat steps 3-5 as required.

7. Press + again to return to normal operation.

(Password may

be required)

NOTE: The 9900 displays the

BATCH instrument type ONLY
if the Remote Batch Module is
installed.

The menu is constructed in a loop,
so you can move forward and
backward to select an item. After
any item is edited, the display will
return to the selected item.

NOTE: Example only. Your display may be different.

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+

Return to
View Mode

(Password may

be required)

Or

2x

or

ENTER

Saves Changes

Or

Select another
Menu Item

Menu System

This is the normal display

(when batch is running).

VIEW Mode Menu - Batch Running

BATCH Setup Checklist

1. Set the Units of Measure in Input Menu.

2. Set Flow Timebase in Input Menu.

3

3. Set Sensor Type (Freq or S

L) in Input Menu.

4. Set Batch Size in Input Menu.

5. Set K-Factor (pulses per Unit Volume) from
Flow Sensor manual in CAL Menu.

6. Set up relay functions and other settings for
your own application.

Stop Running Batch Press ENTER to stop batch that is running.
Note: ENTER button stops batch in any screen on VIEW Mode.

Time Left displays estimated time remaining (in minutes) until batch is completed.

Percent Complete displays percent remaining or percent completed of running batch.

Count direction based on COUNT UP/DOWN setting in INPUT menu.

Flow Rate displays current fl ow rate of running batch.

Output Current displays the output loop current in milliamperes (mA).

Source Volume displays the calculated remaining source volume. Shown if SOURCE VOLUME is ON.

Relay Status displays relay status for Relays 1, 2 and 3. One of three states (OFF, ON, PLS) for each

relay will be displayed.

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Menu System

VIEW Mode Menu - Batch Stopped

Start Batch Press Up or Down arrows to select the desired batch number.

Press ENTER to start selected batch. Selected batch alternately displays on the bottom line of the display.
(Confi rmation screen or password screen are user-selectable in INPUT menu.)
Available batches determined by the number of stored batches whose size is not zero.

Resume/Cancel Batch Displays when a batch is stopped without completing. Press the  key to select

either RESUME or CANCEL and then press ENTER to either resume the batch or cancel it. A confi rmation
or password screen for resuming a batch is user selectable. This screen will not display if the batch
reaches completion.

Override Batch occurs when the user temporarily changes a batch size in View Mode. The change is

temporary and is only active until a batch is run. After any batch is run, an overridden batch reverts back
to its stored size. Only one batch can be overridden at a time. If the user overrides a second batch, the
fi rst overridden batch will revert to its stored size. The batch name will display OVERRIDE while it is
overridden. A batch is overriden by pressing  to edit the batch size.

Manual Batch is used for “topping off” a batch. The Batch Controller will open the valve as long as the
user simultaneously holds down the  and  keys.

Note: A manual batch will cancel a batch in the RESUME/CANCEL state.

Source Volume shows the calculated remaining source volume. Displays if SOURCE VOLUME is ON.

Reset source volume with  key.
Note: If PWD REQUIRED is set to YES, you may be prompted to enter your password. PWD REQUIRED
setting can be changed in the OPTIONS menu.

Reset Volume? Confi rmation screen for resetting SOURCE VOLUME. Press  or  to select YES and

press ENTER to reset source volume.

Resettable Totalizer displays the resettable totalizer. Press  to reset the totalizer. Note: If PWD

REQUIRED is set to YES, you may be prompted to enter your password. PWD REQUIRED setting can be
changed in the OPTIONS menu.

Reset Total? Confi rmation screen for clearing the resettable Totalizer. Press  or  to select YES and

press ENTER.

Permanent Totalizer displays the Permanent Totalizer value (note the "P" indicating Permanent).
Pressing  displays units of measure.

Overrun displays the amount of overrun volume detected after the 9900-1BC deactivates the batch relay,

triggering valve closure. Overrun resets each time a new batch starts.

Batch Count shows the number of batches which have run to at least 90% of completion. Press  to

reset Batch Count.

Note: If PWD REQUIRED is set to YES, you may be prompted to enter your password. PWD REQUIRED

setting can be changed in the OPTIONS menu.

Reset Count? Confi rmation screen for clearing the Batch Count. Press  or  to select YES and press

ENTER.

Customizable Label is the View name assigned to the 9900.

Default is BATCH for 9900-1BC.

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Menu System

CAL Menu

K-Factor Set K-Factor (pulses per unit volume) according to Flow Sensor manual.

Min: 0.0001, max: 999999. Cannot be zero. Default = 60.0000. In Simple Mode, the K-Factor will be used
for all batches. In Advanced Mode, there is one K-Factor for each stored batch. See NOTE in Calibration
section for Volume Calibration procedure.

T-Factor sets the volume of each count of the Totalizer as a multiple of the volume unit of the K-Factor.

Min: 0.0001, max 999999. Cannot be zero. Default = 1.0000.

Volume Calibration Enter the dispensed volume so the 9900 can calculate a K-Factor. Refer to Volume

Calibration section on page 24 for procedure.

Note: Relays and 4 to 20 mA output will be suspended while Volume Calibration is performed, except

for relays used for Batch or Two Stage modes. Relays in pulse mode will suspend pulsing while Volume
Calibration is being performed.

Manual Overrun Compensation (ADVANCED Mode only) When Manual Compensation is enabled, a

batch will be stopped when the dispensed batch volume reaches an amount equal to the batch size volume
minus the Manual Overrun Compensation volume.

Calibration Date Enter date of calibration (mm-dd-yyyy) and initials of calibrator (ii).

INPUT Menu

Customize Label If desired, a custom name can be entered. Enter 13-character string.

Default = BATCH.

3

Freq or S

If confi gured for Digital (S

Batch Size Set batch size and batch name of up to ten stored batches.

Setting batch size to zero hides the batch in VIEW Mode. One batch must be non-zero.

Note: Same batch names can be assigned to multiple batches.

Batch Units Enter up to four characters to defi ne Batch Units. Default = GAL. (Actual calculations

are determined by the K-Factor).
Divide this unit by Flow Timebase to get Flow Units.

Totalizer Units Identifi es the Totalizer Units. It has no effect on any calculation.

Default = GALLONS.

Flow Units Identifi es the Flow Units. It has no effect on any calculation.

Flow Units equal Batch Units divided by Flow Timebase. Default = GPM.

L If your fl ow sensor is confi gured for frequency output, select FREQ.

3

L) output (recommended), select S3L. Default = FREQ.

Flow Timebase Select S (seconds), M (minutes), H (hours), or D (days). Default = s.

Batch Confi rmation Select Batch Confi rmation option. Choose ON, OFF, or PWD (password).

Default = OFF.

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Menu System

INPUT Menu - continued

Mode Select Select ADVANCED or SIMPLE Mode. ADVANCED Mode enables additional features in

RELAY and LOOP Modes. Default = SIMPLE.

Count Up/Down Select count direction of Batch Volume and Percent Complete

(Source Volume always counts down). Default = Count Up.
Note: If Count Down is selected, Dispensed volume and Source volume can display negative values.

Missing Signal? Determines if a Batch is stopped when No Flow is detected.

If YES is selected, Batch will be stopped; if NO is selected, Batch will continue. Default = NO.

Note: This setting is independent of Missing Signal Relay Mode; see page 19.

Set On Delay Shown if MISSING SIGNAL is set to YES. Set desired ON delay time in seconds.

Default = 6 sec.

Select Batch Type To change desired instrument type (i.e., Flow, pH, etc.). The bottom line will display

ALL SETTINGS WILL BE RESET. ARE YOU SURE? The top line of the display will blink NO.
Press  or  to select YES. Press ENTER again to fi nalize your selection.
For other 9900 instruments, BATCH will be displayed only when the Batch Module is installed.

LOOP Menu

Loop Source In ADVANCED Mode, select COMPLETION or FLOW RATE.

In SIMPLE Mode, only COMPLETION is available for the loop source.

mA at Completion Shown if COMPLETION is selected. Enter mA value to be output when batch is

completed. Select 4.0 mA or 20 mA.

Error Value Shown if COMPLETION is selected. Set desired Loop output value when sensor error

(e.g., bad sensor, broken wire) is detected. Select 3.6 mA, 22 mA, NONE. Default = 3.6.

4 mA Setpoint Shown if FLOW RATE is selected. Set fl ow rate value corresponding to desired

4 mA output. Default = 0.

20 mA Setpoint Shown if FLOW RATE is selected. Set fl ow rate value corresponding to desired

20 mA output. Default = 100.

Adjust 4 mA Allows fi ne-tuning to compensate for errors in other equipment connected to the 9900.

The display value represents the precise current output. Adjustment limits: 3.80 mA to 5.00 mA.
Default = 4.00 mA.

Adjust 20 mA Allows fi ne-tuning to compensate for errors in other equipment connected to the 9900.

The display value represents the precise current output. Adjustment limits: 19.00 mA to 21.00 mA.
Default = 20 mA.

Test Loop Press  or  to manually output a current value from 3.6 mA to 21.00 mA to test the

output loop.

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Menu System

RELAY Menu

R1 Normal Open/Closed Set Open Collector (R1) as Normally Open or Normally Closed.

Default = NORMAL OPEN.

Relay Mode Select the desired mode of operation for the open-collector (R1) output.

Simple Mode: BATCH, VOL PULS, MISSING.
Advanced Mode: OFF, BATCH, HI FLOW, VOL PULS, EOB PULS, MISSING, OVERRUN,
SRC VOL (if SOURCE VOL is set to ON; see OPTIONS menu), TOT VOL, TWO STG, MULTIPLE, ERROR.
Defaults: Relay 1 = VOL PULS; Relay 2= BATCH; Relay 3 = MISSING.

Note: Same Relay Modes are available for Relays 2 and 3. See pg. 10-12.
Test Relay Select OFF or ON to test relay.

View Remote Button Status Press  to view status of remote buttons.

Remote Button Status Displays status of Remote Buttons: STA (Start), STP (Stop), RES (Resume).

1 = pressed, 0 = not pressed. Press ENTER to exit.

Set Flow In HI FLOW Mode, set fl ow value to activate relay.

Set Hysteresis Prevents the system from chattering around the set point.

In HI FLOW Mode, Relay is energized at Set Flow value and will be de-energized
at Set Flow value minus Hysteresis value.

Set On Delay In HI FLOW, ERROR, and MISSING Modes, set desired ON delay. Default = 5 sec.

Stop Batch? In HI FLOW, MISSING, MULTIPLE, and ERROR Modes,

determines if a Batch is stopped when a Relay Activates. If YES is selected,
Batch will be stopped; if NO is selected, Batch will continue. Default = YES.

Set Overrun V olume In OVERRUN and MULTIPLE Modes, set desired

Overrun Volume.

Note: Overrun Volume must be greater than Manual Overrun Compensation, otherwise the Overrun Alarm

will activate at the end of every batch.

Set Totalizer Volume In TOT VOL Mode, set desired totalizer volume.
Note: This volume is resettable and totalizer volume must be reset to clear relay.

(see Resettable Totalizer, pg. 16)

Set Pulse Volume In VOL PULS Mode, set desired volume.

Set Pulse Width In VOL PULS Mode, set desired pulse width.

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RELAY Menu - continued

RELAY MULTIPLE Mode options (see discussion on page 12)

Missing Signal On/Off Energizes selected relay if signal is missing. Select ON or OFF.

Overrun On/Off Energizes selected relay if overrun occurs. Select ON or OFF.

Hi Flow On/Off Energizes selected relay if Hi Flow condition occurs. Select ON or OFF.

Error On/Off Energizes selected relay if an error condition occurs. Select ON or OFF.

RELAY TWO STAGE Mode option (see discussion on page 12)

Main Relay Select (ADVANCED Mode only) Selects the specifi ed relay as the main relay for two-stage

valve control. This relay will be de-energized when the batch volume reaches the setpoint percentage.

Setpoint Percent Select Selects the percentage of batch volume at which the main relay will be

de-energized. Default = 95%.

Bypass Relay Select Selects the specifi ed relay as the Bypass relay for two-stage valve control.

This relay will remain energized while the batch is running.

Relay Bypassed The specifi ed relay is in Bypass.
Note: A relay is taken out of bypass using the Bypass select screen, found under the relay which is in

TWO STG Mode.

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Menu System

OPTION Menu

Contrast Adjust the LCD contrast for best viewing. A setting of 1 is lowest contrast, 5 is highest.

In general, select lower contrast if the display is in warmer surroundings. Default = 3.

Backlight Adjust backlight level. Select OFF, LOW, HIGH or AUTO. Default = AUTO.

Batch Decimal Set the decimal to the best resolution for your application. The display will automatically

scale up to this resolution. Select -----., ----.-, ---.-- or --.---. Default = ----.-.

Total Decimal Set the decimal to the best resolution for the Permanent Totalizer display. The display

will automatically scale up to this resolution. Select -----., ----.-, ---.-- or --.---. Default = ----.-.

PWD REQUIRED requires password to reset TOTALIZER, BATCH OVERRIDE, SOURCE VOLUME

reset, and BATCH COUNT reset. Select YES/NO.
(Does not affect Permanent Totalizer.) Default = YES.

Source Volume Selects SOURCE VOLUME display option. Choose ON or OFF. Default = OFF.

V olume Reset If SOURCE VOLUME is ON, set the reset value for the source volume.

Default = 1000 GAL.

Bar Graph Source If SOURCE VOLUME is ON, select source for Bar Graph (choose BATCH

VOLUME or SOURCE VOLUME). If SOURCE VOLUME is OFF, Bar Graph source is the batch volume.
Default = BATCH VOLUME.

Password Type Select STD or CODE. Default = STD.

Set Code If CODE is selected in PASSWORD TYPE, enter desired password code.

4-character entry not displayed, ---- displayed instead.

Memo Enter 13-character string, if desired.

Remote Setup Enables Remote Setup to confi gure the 9900 via a computer and the PC COMM tool.

Press  and select YES to enable. REMOTE SETUP flashes when mode is enabled.
Refer to the PC COMM Configuration/Diagnostic Tool manual, 3-0251.090, included with your
PC COMM tool.

Version Level 9900 Generation II indicates that the 9900 is Batch-capable.

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Error Messages

Remote Batch Module is missing.

No signal from Flow Sensor.

External Stop signal is preventing batch start or Remote Stop button is held down.

Bypass relay must be set on Bypass Relay Select option, under the Relay Menu.
See page 20, under Relay Two Stage mode.

Main relay shutoff percentage cannot be zero.

Volume entered during Volume Calibration is too low to calculate a K-Factor.

K-Factor error during volume calibration.

Value cannot be zero.

At least one batch must have a non-zero volume.

Batch size is less than or equal to Manual Compensation value.

Manual overrun compensation is greater than or equal to the size of at least one of the stored batches.

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Alarm Acknowledgement Messages

Overrun was detected.

High fl ow was detected.

3

No S

L communication or a sensor was detected.

No fl ow was detected.

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Calibration

NOTE: In Advanced Mode the Batch Controller has a separate K-Factor

for each stored batch. In Simple Mode the stored batches use a
common K-Factor. If you switch from Simple Mode to Advanced Mode,
the single K-Factor will be copied to the K-Factor for each batch.
If you switch from Advanced Mode to Simple Mode, the K-Factor for
Batch 1 will be copied to the single K-Factor used for all batches.

Volume Calibration Procedure

1. Press ENTER to start the volumetric calibration period. The 9900
activates the BATCH Relay and starts counting pulses from the
fl ow sensor.

2. Press ENTER to stop the volumetric calibration period. The 9900
deactivates the BATCH Relay and stops counting pulses from the
fl ow sensor.

3. Enter the volume of fl uid known to have fl owed past the sensor
during the volumetric calibration period. This will modify the
existing K-Factor.

4. The 9900 displays the newly calculated K-Factor for your reference.

NOTE: If the calculated K-Factor is less than 0.0001 or greater than

999999 (out of range at either extreme), the 9900 displays "ERROR
VOLUME TOO HIGH" (or LOW) and returns to VOLUME CAL.

5. Press ENTER to accept the new K-Factor (9900 displays "SAVING")
or press + keys simultaneously to escape without saving and
return to Enter Volume.

NOTE:

• You may enter your own calculated K-Factor in the CAL menu.

• In Simple Mode, the calculated K-Factor will replace the current

• In Advanced Mode, the calculated K-Factor value will replace the

• A K-Factor can be calculated for each batch. Repeat steps 1-5 for

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K-Factor.

fi rst K-Factor.

each batch and enter calculated K-Factor for the corresponding batch.

Specifi cations

General

Input channels: One

Enclosure and Display

Case Material: PBT
Window: Shatter-Resistant Glass
Keypad: 4 buttons, injection-molded

silicone rubber seal
Display: Backlit, 7- and 14-segment
Indicators “Dial-type” digital bar graph
Update rate: 1 s
LCD Contrast: 5 settings

Enclosure
Size ¼ DIN
Color Black

Mounting
Panel ¼ DIN, ribbed on four sides

for panel mounting clip

inside panel
Wall Large enclosure

(sold as an accessory) that

encases the transmitter

Environmental Requirements

Ambient operating temperature:
Backlit LCD: -10 °C to 70 °C

(14 °F to 158 °F)

Storage Temp: -15 °C to 70 °C

(5 °F to 158 °F)
Operating Temp -10 °C to 70 °C
(14 °F to 158 °F)
Relative Humidity: 0 to 100% condensing for

front only;

0 to 95% non-condensing

for back side.
Maximum Altitude: 4,000 m (13,123 ft)
Enclosure Rating: Designed to meet

NEMA 4X/IP65

(front face only).

Performance Specifi cations

Accuracy ±0.2%
System Response:

• Primarily dependent upon the sensor. Transmitter

adds a maximum 150 ms
processing delay of the sensor electronics.

• Minimum update period is 100 ms.

• System response is tempered by the display rate.

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Specifi cations

Electrical Requirements

Power to Sensors:
Voltage: +4.9 to 5.5 VDC @
25 °C, regulated
Current: 20 mA
Short Circuit Protected

Terminal Blocks

• Pluggable screw type

• 14 AWG max wire gauge

Input Power Requirements

DC (preferred) 24 VDC Input;

range: 10.8 to

35.2 VDC regulated
300 mA maximum

Overvoltage protection 48 Volt Transient

Protection Device
Current limiting for circuit protection
Reverse-Voltage protection

Loop Characteristics
With DC power input (preferred)

Max. loop impedance
@ 12 V loop power 250  max.
@ 18 V loop power 500  max.
@ 24 V loop power 750  max.

Relay Specifi cations

Hysteresis Adjustable (absolute in

Engineering Units)

Latch Reset in test screen or

View Mode
On Delay 9999.9 seconds (max)
Test Mode Set On or Off
Maximum pulse rate: 400 pulses/minute
Volumetric Pulse Width: 0.1 s to 3200 s

Open Collector

Type: NPN
Max. Voltage Rating: 30 VDC
Max. Current Rating: 50 mA

Dry-Contact Relays

Type: SPDT
Form: C
Max. Voltage Rating: 30 VDC or 250 VAC
Max. Current Rating: 5 A

Shipping Weights

Base Unit 0.63 kg (1.38 lb)
Batch Module 0.16 kg (0.35 lb)
Relay Module 0.19 kg (0.41 lb)

Standards and Approvals

CE, UL, CUL

China RoHS (visit gfsignet.com for details)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

RoHS compliant

Manufactured under ISO 9001 for Quality,
ISO 14001 for Environmental Management and
OHSAS 18001 for Occupational Health and Safety.

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Specifi cations

Input Specifi cations

Digital (S

3

L): Serial ASCII,

TTL level, 9600 bps
Frequency:
Sensitivity: 80 mV @ 5 Hz,

gradually increasing

with frequency
Range: 0.5 Hz to 1500 Hz @ TTL

level input for open collector
Accuracy: ± 0.5% of reading max

error @ 25 °C
Resolution: 1 s
Repeatability: ± 0.2% of reading

Power Supply
Rejection: No Effect ± 1 A/V
Short Circuit Protected
Reverse Polarity Protected

Update Rate: (1/frequency) + 150 ms

Output Specifi cations

One 4 to 20 mA output
Current Loop Out: ANSI-ISA 50.00.01

Class H
Span: 3.8 to 21 mA
Zero: 4.0 mA factory set;

user programmable

from 3.8 to 4.2 mA
Full Scale: 20.00 mA factory set;

user programmable

19.0 to 21.0 mA

Accuracy: ± 32 A max. error

@ 25 °C @ 24 VDC
Resolution: 6 A or better
Temp. Drift: ± 1 A per °C
Pwr Sply Rejection: ± 1 A per V
Isolation: Low voltage

(< 48 VAC/DC)
Voltage: 10.8 to 35.2 VDC
Max. Impedance: 250  @ 12 VDC
500  @ 18 VDC
750  @ 24 VDC
Update Rate: 150 mS nominal
Short circuit and reverse polarity protected
Adjustable span, reversible
Error Condition: Selectable error condition

3.6 or 22 mA or NONE

Actual update rate: Determined by

sensor type
Test Mode: Increment to desired

current (range 3.6 to

21.00 mA)

OC Outputs: 1
Analog Outputs: 1 passive

Linear scaling

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Ordering Information

9900-1BC Batch Controller System

Mfr. Part No Code Description

3-9900-1BC 159 001 770 9900-1BC Batch Controller System
3-9900-1P 159 001 695 9900 Panel Mount Transmitter
3-9900.393 159 001 698 Relay Module - 2 DCR (dry-contact relays)
3-9900.397 159 310 163 Batch Module

Accessories
Mfr. Part No Code Description

6682-1102 159 001 710 DC Power Plug, 2 Pos, Right Angle
6682-1103 159 001 711 Relay Module Plug, 3 Pos, Right Angle
6682-1104 159 001 712 Loop Power Plug, 4 Pos, Right Angle
6682-3004 159 001 725 Freq/S3L Plug, 4 Pos, In-Line
6682-3104 159 001 713 Freq/S3L Plug, 4 Pos, Right Angle
7300-7524 159 000 687 24 VDC power supply 7.5 W, 300 mA
7300-1524 159 000 688 24 VDC power supply 15 W, 600 mA
7300-3024 159 000 689 24 VDC power supply 30 W, 1.3 A
7300-5024 159 000 690 24 VDC power supply 50 W, 2.1 A
7300-1024 159 000 691 24 VDC power supply 100 W, 4.2 A
3-0251 159 001 724 PC COMM Confi guration/Diagnostic tool
3-9900.390 159 001 714 Standard Connector Kit, Right Angle
3-9900.391 159 001 715 Connector Kit, In-Line
3-9900.392 159 001 700 Wall Mount Accessory
3-9000.392-1 159 000 839 Liquid Tight Connector Kit, NPT (1 pc.)

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