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Technical Assistance
If you encounter a problem with your Watlow controller, see the Troubleshooting Table in the Appendix and review all of your configuration
information to verify that your selections are consistent with your application:
inputs; outputs; alarms; limits; etc. If the problem persists after checking the
above, you can get technical assistance from your local Watlow representative,
or by dialing +1 (507) 454-5300, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
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Chapter 1: Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.1
Chapter 2: Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.1
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.2
Mounting the Power Series . . . . . . . . .2.2
Enclosure Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.3
Harsh Environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.3
Removing the Power Series . . . . . . . .2.4
Maintaining the Power Series . . . . . . .2.4
Output Rating Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5
Chapter 3: Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.1
Torque Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.1
Input Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.2
Line Power/Output Wiring . . . . . . . . . .3.4
Wiring Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.6
Chapter 4: Navigation and Software . . . . .4.1
Keys and Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.1
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.2
Software Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.3
Chapter 5: Control Methods and Features .5.1
Zero Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.1
Phase Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.2
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.6
Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.6
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.7
Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.8
Retransmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.9
Fast Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.10
Chapter 6: Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1
Display Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.1
Setup Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.5
Factory Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.14
Factory Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.20
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.1
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.2
Troubleshooting Alarms and Errors . .A.4
Checking and Replacing Fuses . . . . .A.6
Power Series Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.7
Modbus™ Register Numbers . . . . . . .A.8
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . .A.9
Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.10
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.11
Prompt Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A.13
CE Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . .A.14
Warranty and Returns Policy . . .back cover
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Power Series
Table of Contents
Table of Contents Watlow Power Series ■ i
ii ■ Watlow Power Series Table of Contents
1
Overview, Chapter 1 Watlow Power Series ■ 1.1
Chapter One
Overview
Introduction
The Power Series is a state-of-the-art microprocessor-based Silicon Controlled Rectifier
(SCR) power controller intended for controlling industrial heaters. This product is based on
one package with several configurations that include single phase, three phase, and single
phase-multizone capabilities. Each package configuration has a specific current rating
depending on the number of phases switched. The switching capabilities include 65 to 250A
rms at 50°C from 24 to 600V~ depending on the configuration or model number selected. See
page 1.2 for additional information on the Power Series configuration options.
Figure 1.1 — Power Series features.
Removable Mounting Plate
Power Series snaps on a premounted, removable plate.
Terminal Cover
Electrically touch-safe
package.
Fuse Cover
Slides up and down for fuse
maintenance and covers the
high voltage components.
Digital Programmer/Display
For controller configuration,
setup, and monitoring features.
1
2
Power Series
Solid State Power Control
Ground Lug
Built in, designed for easy
3
ground connections.
I/O Port
Input, retransmit
output, communications,
and alarms.
On-Board Fan
A fan is integrated into
the package on forced
air cooled models to
eliminate separate power
connection for fan.
4
5
6
Allen Wrench
Used to torque terminals
1 to 6 and ground lug.
Single Phase
This configuration can be purchased with any or all the features available on the Power
Series. The only limitations are the features selected by the customer upon purchase. It has
the highest current rating of all configurations since it is only switching one phase of the ac
line. It is intended for resistive heaters, but can also be used on transformer connected loads
in the phase angle firing mode.
Three Phase, Two-Leg Configuration
This configuration is intended for zero cross firing into a stable resistive heater, i.e.,
nichrome element. Typically, a three phase, three-wire delta or ungrounded wye/star connected heater is most often used where only two of the three V~ line phases are switched.
The third phase is a direct connection through a bussbar on board the Power Series and is
controlled by the previous two phases. For this reason, a two-leg configuration should not be
used for three phase grounded wye/star connected heaters. (For heaters that are required to
be three phase grounded wye/star connected, see “Three Phase, Three-Leg Configuration”
section below.)
Because this configuration does not allow phase angle firing, it should not be used on
transformer coupled heaters and less stable resistance heaters such as silicon carbide,
molybdenum disilicide, carbon graphite, or tungsten lamp heaters. This may cause
premature heater failure or nuisance fuse blowing.
Heater current monitoring and kVA options are available with a three phase, two-leg configuration via the heater diagnostics option. Phase angle firing, including current limiting and
heater bakeout, is not available.
Three Phase, Three-Leg Configuration
There are two Power Series configurations that include six SCR control. All features are
available in these configurations.
The three-leg version is intended for phase angle firing into a transformer connected load or
direct connection to heating that requires soft start and/or current limiting.
The four-wire configuration is intended for zero cross firing into a four-wire wye connected
nichrome/resistive heater.
Single Phase, Multizone Configuration
This configuration is available in two and three single phase zones. Back-to-back SCRs are
used and all of the features of a single phase unit are available. (Note that there is only one
alarm relay and all zones in the controller must use the same control method.) This configuration is intended for applications with multiple command signals from independent control
zones. The multizone platform offers reduced panel space compared to using multiple single
phase power controllers.
Heater Diagnostics
Heater diagnostics is a key feature of the Power Series SCR power controller. Heater
diagnostics may include all or only some of the features that require heater current
monitoring, depending on the model selected. Heater current monitoring is only available
with heater diagnostics installed on the controller. The features dependent on heater current monitoring are heater bakeout, current limiting, heater current and kVA monitoring,
retransmit, and heater monitoring alarms such as open heater, heater out of tolerance, load
balance, and shorted SCR detection/error. Heater diagnostics must also be installed if you
need phase angle control with current limit.
1.2 ■ Watlow Power Series Overview, Chapter 1
Chapter Two
Installation
Installation, Chapter 2 Watlow Power Series ■ 2.1
2
The following two chapters will explain how to install the Power Series
controller. Watlow power controllers are thoroughly tested before leaving the
factory, so the Power Series controller is ready to install when you receive it.
Chapters 2 and 3 describe the steps required to install the Power Series
controller. Refer to Chapter 2 for mounting information and Chapter 3 for input,
power, and load wiring of the Power Series.
Before beginning installation, read through these chapters to gain an understanding of the entire installation. Consider the installation carefully. Plan the
power, load, and input signal wiring before mounting the Power Series. Also
consider the cabinet space, controller dimensions, wire bending radius, and airflow. Use good wiring practices to minimize electrical noise problems.
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WARNING:
To avoid potential electric
shock and other hazards,
all mounting and wiring
for the Power Series must
conform to the National
Electric Code (NEC) and
other locally applicable
codes.
Power Series Wire Bending Radius at Base Current and Ambient
Temperature Rating and Replacement Semiconductor Fuses
Minimum recommended wire sizes are based on the NEC 30°C ambient with not
more than three current carrying conductors in raceway or cable, while also
considering the Power Series 50°C enclosure temperature and semiconductor
fuse rating. Use copper conductors only.
The terminal lug wire range for all Power Series amperages is 350 MCM to 6
AWG. The recommended terminal torque is 180 in.-lbs. (20 Nm.). Refer to page
3.1 for torque guidelines.
NOTE: Ground must be
wired with the same size
wire as line and load
connections to a ground
of sufficient current
carrying capacity.
NOTE: Integral semiconductor fuses do not
qualify as branch circuit
protection.
Power Series
Current (Amps)
Minimum
Recommended Wire
Size (90C) (AWG)
Wire Bending
Radius
mm inches
Semiconductor
Fuse Rating
(Amps)
Watlow Replacement
fuse P/N
Bussmann
Replacement Fuse
P/N
65 6 51 2.0 100 0802-0102-0100 170M1317
80 4 76 3.0 125 0802-0102-0125 170M1318
85 4 76 3.0 125 0802-0102-0125 170M1318
90 4 76 3.0 125 0802-0102-0125 170M1318
100 3 76 3.0 160 0802-0102-0160 170M1319
105 3 76 3.0 160 0802-0102-0160 170M1319
120 2 89 3.5 160 0802-0102-0160 170M1319
125 2 89 3.5 160 0802-0102-0160 170M1319
140 1 114 4.5 200 0802-0102-0200 170M1320
155 1/0 140 5.5 200 0802-0102-0200 170M1320
160 1/0 140 5.5 250 0802-0102-0250 170M1321
165 1/0 140 5.5 250 0802-0102-0250 170M1321
185 2/0 152 6.0 250 0802-0102-0250 170M1321
200 3/0 165 6.5 250 0802-0102-0250 170M1321
250 4/0 178 7.0 315 0802-0102-0315 170M1322
2.2 ■ W atlow Power Series Installation, Chapter 2
Mounting the Power Series Controller
NOTE: The Power Series controller must be mounted vertically. When multiple units are used in one cabinet, it is
best that they are mounted side-by-side when possible. If they are mounted one above the other, adequate spacing
and airflow must be provided. See Enclosure Guidelines on page 2.3.
1. Determine the panel location for mounting the Power Series controller and punch or drill holes for the
4 mounting screws per the drawing below. The mounting plate can be used as a template.
2. Attach the Power Series mounting plate using 4 screws (customer supplied, #10 screw minimum, 1/4
inch screw maximum).
3. Align the heads of the shoulder screws on the back of the Power Series heat sink with the key slots on
the mounting plate. Push the unit in, and then down until it snaps into place. Mounting is complete.
Figure 2.2c — Installing the controller.Figure 2.2b — Mounting plate dimensions.
Figure 2.2a — Power Series dimensions.
Power Series Dimensions
Add a 9-in. clear-
ance dimension to
help develop the
chimney cooling
effect. This should
be on the top and
bottom of the Power
Series mounting.
Power Series Top View
Power Series Front View
1
23
200 mm
(7.9 in.)
Power Series
Solid State Power Control
354 mm
(14.0 in.)
191 mm
(7.5 in.)
45 6
Power Series Mounting Plate
Mounting Holes (4)
7mm
(0.27 in.)
Key Slots
102mm
(4.00 in.)
151mm
(5.93 in.)
Release Tab
178mm
(7.00 in.)
39mm
(1.53 in.)
25mm
(0.97 in.)
Installation, Chapter 2 Watlow Power Series ■ 2.3
Enclosure Guidelines
The Power Series must be mounted in a suitable electrical enclosure. It must
have adequate wire bending space and cooling. The maximum ambient
temperature in the enclosure must not exceed 50°C (122°F) for name plate
rating. For other output ratings and enclosure ambient temperatures, see output
rating curves on pages 2.5 and 2.6.
To maintain the proper cooling, the enclosure must be large enough to dissipate
the heat generated by the Power Series, or there must be some form of active
cooling.
1. Air circulation — fans bring air into the bottom of the enclosure and louver
plates to allow the air to exit the top of the enclosure. Filters are not
recommended as they can become plugged and block air flow. To maintain
80 percent of the CFM of a fan, the outlet must be four times the area of the
fan inlet. Ensure that each Power Series is within an unobstructed
airstream.
2. Vortex coolers operate on compressed air and provide good cooling on a
sealed enclosure, but are noisy and consume a lot of air.
3. Cabinet air conditioners work well on sealed enclosures.
4. Heat pipe coolers work well on sealed enclosures, but do not provide as
much cooling as vortex coolers or air conditioners.
To determine how much cooling is required:
1. Determine the amperage load on the Power Series. Multiply the amperage by
1.2 and then by the number of phases controlled. This is the output power
dissipated by the SCRs in watts. Add the watts dissipated by the controller’s
power supply (21W) and multiply the total power in watts by 3.41 to get
BTUs per hour. Vortex coolers, heat pipe coolers, and air conditioner cooling are
rated in BTUs removed.
2. Add up the watts generated by other electronics in the enclosure and
multiply by 3.41 to get BTUs per hour.
3. Add up the total BTUs inside the enclosure and pick a cooling device that will
remove that amount of BTUs.
4. For fan cooled enclosures, enclosure and fan manufacturers usually have
free software programs and application notes to help size the fans for
enclosures. If necessary, contact the Application Engineers at Watlow
Controls for assistance.
Harsh Environment
The Power Series meets standards UL508, Pollution degree 3 for safety which
states: “Conductive pollution occurs or non-conductive pollution occurs which
becomes conductive due to condensation which is to be expected.” However,
Watlow recommends that the Power Series be used in a clean, dry environment
to ensure long-term reliability.
2.4 ■ Watlow Power Series Installation, Chapter 2
Removing the Power Series
Controller
1. To release the Power Series controller from the mounting plate, press in on
the release tab at the top of the mounting plate.
2. When the release tab is in, push up on the controller from the bottom to
release it from the mounting plate. Beware of sharp edges on the heat
sink when you push upward. This will take some force!
Maintaining the Power Series
• Cleaning: The heatsink fins must be kept clean for proper cooling and the
printed circuit board should be free of conductive residue condensation.
• Calibration: Not normally necessary. See pages 6.15-6.16 for data restore
and backup.
• Retorquing: See page 3.1 for torque guidelines.
• Software backup and refresh: Not necessary; see page A.7, Power Series
Backup.
NOTE: All Power Series controllers have been 100 percent tested before shipment. The
records of these tests are on file for recall if necessary.
Figure 2.4 — Removing the controller.
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CAUTION:
You may want to use a
large screwdriver to
press in on the release
tab while you are pushing
on the controller to avoid
potential injury to your
hands.
Power Series Output Rating Curves
Fan Cooled
All curves are at 100% on with 90°C rated load wire and line wire connected. Note that each chart is slightly different on the amperage scale. The safe operating region is from 1 amp up to the specific curve for the
output amperage code selected. For example: F25 Single Phase is rated up to 200 amps at 50°C; F30 Single
Phase is rated for 250 amps at 50°C. See page 2.6 for Natural Convection Cooled output rating curves.
3 Phase, 3-Leg and 3-Zone Multizone
Fan Cooled at 100% On
70 17080
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
Current (Amps) into a Resistive Load
90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
F20 F25
F30
Enclosure Internal
Ambient Temperature °C
3 Phase, 2-Leg and 2-Zone Multizone
Fan Cooled at 100% On
100 210110
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
Current (Amps) into a Resistive Load
120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200
F20 F25 F30
Enclosure Internal
Ambient Temperature °C
Single Phase Fan Cooled at 100% On
110 220120
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
Current (Amps) into a Resistive Load
230130 240140 250150 260160 170 180 190 200 210
Enclosure Internal
Ambient Temperature °C
F20 F25 F30
Watlow Power Series Installation ■ 2.5
Power Series Output Rating Curves
Natural Convection
All curves are at 100% on and with 90°C rated load wire and line wire connected. Note that each chart is
slightly different on the amperage scale. The safe operating region is from 1 amp up to the specific curve for
the output amperage code selected. For example: N25 Single Phase is rated up to 140 amps at 50°C; N30
Single Phase is rated for 165 amps at 50°C.
3 Phase, 3-Leg and 3-Zone Multizone
Natural Convection at 100% On
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
Current (Amps) into a Resistive Load
N20 N25 N30
Enclosure Internal
Ambient Temperature °C
60 14070 80 90 100 110 120 13050
3 Phase, 2-Leg and 2-Zone Multizone
Natural Convection at 100% On
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
Current (Amps) into a Resistive Load
60 14070 80 90 100 110 120 130
N20 N25 N30
Enclosure Internal
Ambient Temperature °C
Single Phase Natural Convection at 100% On
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
Current (Amps) into a Resistive Load
80 21090 100 110 120 130 140 150 170 180 190 200160
N20 N25 N30
Enclosure Internal
Ambient Temperature °C
2.6 ■ Installation Watlow Power Series
Chapter Three
Wiring
Wiring the Power Series Controller
Wiring options depend on the model number. Check the terminal designation stickers on the
right side of the controller and compare your model number to those shown here and with
the model number breakdown in the Appendix (page A.10) of this manual.
Chapter 3 illustrates how to wire the inputs and outputs for all options. Refer to Figure 3.1
for terminal torque guidelines.
Torque Guidelines
• Properly torque terminals by holding for 30 seconds to allow for wires to settle and
minimize loosening due to cold flow.
• Re-torque all terminals after 48 hours.
• Establish a maintenance program to re-torque line and load terminations every 3-6
months.
Figure 3.1 — Torque and wire stripping.
3
Wiring, Chapter 3 Watlow Power Series ■ 3.1
Terminals 1 - 6
and Ground Lug
Torque to
180 in.-lbs.
(20 Nm.)
with 3/8 inch
Allen wrench
provided.
Fuse
Strip wires
1-1/8 inch (30mm)
#3 Phillips
Screws for Fuse
Mounting
For models
PXX-F20X-XXXX
PXX-N20X-XXXX
Torque to
26 in.-lbs. (2.93 Nm.)
For models
PXX-F25X-XXXX
PXX-N25X-XXXX
PXX-F30X-XXXX
PXX-N30X-XXXX
Torque to
44 in.-lbs. (4.95 Nm.)
Fuse
Power Series
Solid State Power Control
Fuse
5/16 inch Bolts
for Fuse Mounting
Torque to 44 in.-lbs.
(4.95 Nm.)
Controller Connectors
Strip wires
0.24 in. (6mm)
Torque to 8 in.-lbs. (0.9 Nm.) using
a 1/8 inch (2.5 mm) blade screwdriver.
Accepts 12-22 AWG or 2 No. 22-18
AWG wires.
Allen Wrench
(Flat surface must be against the case.)
3.2 ■ Watlow Power Series Wiring, Chapter 3
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WARNING:
To avoid damage to
property and equipment,
and/or injury or loss of
life, use National Electric
Code (NEC) standard
wiring practices to install
and operate the Power
Series. Failure to do so
could result in damage,
and/or injury or death.
NOTE:
Input, retransmit and
communications external
terminals have been
designed for protection in
case of direct contact in
accordance with Europpean Standard EN50178.
NOTE:
Insure ground is wired
with the same size wire
as line and load
connections to a ground
of sufficient current
carrying capacity. (Refer
to Chapter 2, p. 2.1,
Power Series Wire
Bending Radius at Base
Current and Ambient
Temperature Rating.)
NOTE:
Torque and wire strip
guidelines:
• Control wiring 1 thru
23.
• Strip wire to 0.24 inch
(6mm). Torque to 8 in.lbs. ( 0.9 Nm).
• Hold torque for 30
seconds to allow for
wiring settling and cold
flow. Re-torque after
48 hours.
• All line connections
should be re-torqued
every 3-6 months.
Input Wiring
Figure 3.2a – Control Power and Alarm Wiring
Figure 3.2b – Retransmit Wiring
Figure 3.2c – Communications Wiring
Power Series
6
5
4
3
2
1
11
10
9
8
7
14
13
12
17
16
15
20
19
18
23
22
21
External Connector
COMMS
7 8
485 T/R +
(Common)
9 10 11
232 TRAN (EIA/TIA-232 Transmit Out)
232 REC (EIA/TIA-232 Receive In)
485 T/R -
RETRANSMIT
DC 10V/20mA
Power Series
6
5
4
3
2
1
11
10
9
8
7
14
13
12
17
16
15
20
19
18
23
22
21
External Connector
12 13 14
I
V
+
+
(Current Out, 4 to 20mA)
(Common)
(Voltage Out, 0 to 10V)
Power Series
External Connector
Relay Internal to Power Series
NC
C
NO
L1
L2
L1
L2
208 or 240V~
(Alarm Common)
(Alarm
Normally Open)
(Alarm
Normally Closed)
Unused
120V~
6
5
4
3
2
1
11
10
9
8
7
14
13
12
17
16
15
20
19
18
23
22
21
CONTROLLER
POWER SUPPLY
85 to 265V~ 55VA
L1
Neutral
ALARM
250V~ 3A
1 2 3 4 5 6
Wiring, Chapter 3 Watlow Power Series ■ 3.3
Figure 3.3a – Single Zone Input Wiring
Figure 3.3b – 2-Zone Input Wiring
Figure 3.3c – 3-Zone Input Wiring
Power Series
6
5
4
3
2
1
11
10
9
8
7
14
13
12
17
16
15
20
19
18
23
22
21
External Connectors
21 22 23
INPUT 1
18 19 20
INPUT 2
15 16 17
INPUT 3
I
V
+
+
(Current In, 4 to 20mA)
(Common)
(Voltage In, 0 to 10V)
I
V
+
+
(Current In, 4 to 20mA)
(Common)
(Voltage In, 0 to 10V)
I
V
+
+
(Current In, 4 to 20mA)
(Common)
(Voltage In, 0 to 10V)
NOTE:
Successful installation
requires four steps:
• Choose the controller’s
hardware configuration
and model number
(Appendix);
• Install the controller
(Chapter Two);
• Wire the controller
(Chapter Three); and
• Configure the controller
(Chapters Four, Five
and Six).
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WARNING:
To avoid damage to
property and equipment,
and/or injury or loss of
life, use National Electric
Code (NEC) standard
wiring practices to install
and operate the Power
Series. Failure to do so
could result in damage,
and/or injury or death.
Power Series
External Connector
INPUT 1
+
(Voltage In, 0 to 10V)
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
V
+
(Current In, 4 to 20mA)
I
21 22 23
(Common)
Power Series
External Connectors
INPUT 1
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
21 22 23
INPUT 2
18 19 20
+
(Voltage In, 0 to 10V)
V
+
(Current In, 4 to 20mA)
I
(Common)
+
(Voltage In, 0 to 10V)
V
+
(Current In, 4to 20mA)
I
(Common)
3.4 ■ Watlow Power Series Wiring, Chapter 3
Line Power/Output Wiring
Figure 3.4a – Single Phase Output Wiring
(Model PC1X-XXXX-XXXX)
Figure 3.4b – 3 Phase, 2-Leg, 4 SCR Output Wiring
(Model PC2X-XXXX-XXXX)
NOTE: Our illustrations illustrate circuit breakers for branch circuit protection. Fuses can
also be used.
NOTE:
Successful installation
requires four steps:
• Choose the controller’s
hardware configuration
and model number
(Appendix);
• Install the controller
(Chapter Two);
• Wire the controller
(Chapter Three); and
• Configure the controller
(Chapters Four, Five
and Six).
ç∫
WARNING:
To avoid damage to
property and equipment,
and/or injury or loss of
life, use National Electric
Code (NEC) standard
wiring practices to install
and operate the Power
Series. Failure to do so
could result in damage,
and/or injury or death.
NOTE:
Torque and wire strip
guidelines:
• Connections 1 thru 6,
and ground lug
• Strip wire 1-1/8 in.
(30mm). Torque to 180
in.-lbs. (20 Nm).
• Hold torque for 30
seconds to allow for
wiring settling and cold
flow. Re-torque after
48 hours.
• All load connections
should be re-torqued
every 3-6 months.
çCAUTION: Figure 3.4a shows the
Watlow-recommended output wiring
using the internal bussbar as a
return current path and with ref. 2
not connected. Should a user choose
a non-recommended wiring scheme,
then ref. 2 or the internal bussbar
must be connected to the
appropriate line or neutral. Failure
to follow these guidelines could
cause damage to the Power Series.
çCAUTION: Figure 3.4b shows the
Watlow-recommended output wiring
using the internal bussbar as a
return current path and with ref. 1
and 3 not connected. Should a user
choose a non-recommended wiring
scheme, then ref. 1 or ref. 3 or the
internal bussbar must be connected
to the appropriate line. Failure to
follow these guidelines could cause
damage to the Power Series.
L1
L2
Contacts
Heater
5
120V~
and 277V~
L1
L2
L3
6
L1
Neutral
4
240V~
and above
Limit Control Contacts
(If Required)
1 3
On-board
Semiconductor
Fuse
4 5 6
2
Heater
Gnd
Internal Bussbar
ref.2
Limit Control
2
1 3
On-board
Semiconductor
Fuses
Internal Bussbar
4 5 6
ref.1 ref.3
Gnd
(If Required)
Figure 3.5c – **Multizone Output Wiring
(Models PC8X-XXXX-XXXX and PC9X-XXXX-XXXX)
Figure 3.5a – 3 Phase, 3-Leg,
6 SCR, Output Wiring for
4-Wire Wye Application
(Model PC4X-XXXX-XXXX)
Figure 3.5b – 3 Phase, 3-Leg, 6
SCR Output Wiring
(Model PC3X-XXXX-XXXX)
Wiring, Chapter 3 Watlow Power Series ■ 3.5
ç∫
WARNING:
To avoid damage to
property and equipment,
and/or injury or loss of
life, use National Electric
Code (NEC) standard
wiring practices to install
and operate the Power
Series. Failure to do so
could result in damage,
and/or injury or death.
ç
WARNING:
Install high or low
temperature limit control
protection in systems
where an over
temperature fault
condition could present a
fire hazard or other
hazard. Failure to install
temperature limit control
protection where a
potential hazard exists
could result in damage to
equipment, property and
injury to personnel.
NOTE:
For reference connections
1 to 3, use QC 0.250 in.
wide and 0.032 in. thick
compatible connection
which is fully insulated
with nylon and has a metal
grip ring.
For 14-16 AWG: Molex/ETC
AA-5261; 3M MNG14250DFIX C-54-503X or
equivalent.
**NOTE:
Models PC8 and PC9 control legs are isolated so that they may be wired from phase-to-phase inside delta or phase-to-
neutral, independent of how the other legs are wired.
çCAUTION: Do not connect ref.
connections with PC3 models. Failure to
follow this guideline could cause damage
to the Power Series.
L1
L2
L3
Limit Control
Contacts
2
1 3
Gnd
On-board
Semiconductor
Fuses
(If Required)
N
L1
L2
L3
Limit Control
Contacts
2
1 3
On-board
Semiconductor Fuses
Gnd
(If Required)
6
4 5 6
ref.1 ref. 2 ref. 3
4 5 6
5
4
Heater
L1
L2
L3
Limit Control
Contacts
(If Required)
1 3
Gnd
On-board
Semiconductor
Fuses
L1
L1
Limit Control
Contacts
(If Required)
2
1 3
Gnd
On-board
Semiconductor
Fuses
4
ref.1 ref. 3
PC8
6
4 5
ref.1 ref. 2 ref. 3
PC9
6
Heater
1
L2
Heater
2
L2
2 Independent,
Single Phase
Heaters
Heater
1
L2 L3
Heater
2
Heater
3
L1
3 Independent,
Single Phase
Heaters
3.6 ■ Watlow Power Series Wiring, Chapter 3
Wiring Example
Figure 3.6 - System wiring example.
Recommended fusing options to meet 200KA SCCR. All other untested combinations are
defaulted to 5KA per UL508A and NEC guidelines.
ç∫
WARNING:
To avoid damage to
property and equipment,
and/or injury or loss of
life, use National Electric
Code (NEC) standard
wiring practices to install
and operate the Power
Series. Failure to do so
could result in damage,
and/or injury or death.
ç
WARNING:
Install high or low
temperature limit control
protection in systems
where an over
temperature fault
condition could present a
fire hazard or other
hazard. Failure to install
temperature limit control
protection where a
potential hazard exists
could result in damage to
equipment, property and
injury to personnel.
NOTE: Our wiring
example illustrates
circuit breakers for
branch circuit protection.
Fuses can also be used.
Power Series Model Fuse Rating Watlow Fuse P/N Bussmann Fuse P/N
PC1X-N20 160 0808-0102-0160 170M1319
PC1X-N25 200 0808-0102-0200 170M1320
PC1X-N30 250 0808-0102-0250 170M1321
PC1X-F20 160 0808-0102-0160 170M1319
PC1X-N25 250 0808-0102-0250 170M1321
PC1X-N30 315 0808-0102-0315 170M1322
PC2(8)X-N20 125 0808-0102-0125 170M1318
PC2(8)X-N25 160 0808-0102-0160 170M1319
PC2(8)X-N30 160 0808-0102-0160 170M1319
PC2(8)X-F20 160 0808-0102-0160 170M1319
PC2(8)X-F25 250 0808-0102-0250 170M1321
PC2(8)X-F30 250 0808-0102-0250 170M1321
PC3(4,9)X-N20 100 0808-0102-0100 170M1317
PC3(4,9)X-N25 125 0808-0102-0125 170M1318
PC3(4,9)X-N30 160 0808-0102-0160 170M1319
PC3(4,9)X-F20 125 0808-0102-0125 170M1318
PC3(4,9)X-F25 200 0808-0102-0200 170M1320
PC3(4,9)X-F30 200 0808-0102-0200 170M1320
Line
Neutral
Fuse
High Limit
Controller
1 3
Semiconductor
Zero Cross Fired
Power Series
4 5 6
2
On-board
Fuses
3Ø, 2-leg
Gnd
Neutral
Line
High
Limit
Contactor
Circuit Breakers
Overtemp.
Indicator
Fuse
Reset
Switch
Line
Fuse
11
(+)
3
5
Series 93
Thermocouple Input
Process Output
93BA-1FA0-00RR
4 to 20mA
Retransmit to Monitor
Output Operation
Control Power
Neutral
12
9 +
10 -
Three Phase
Resistive Heater
Chapter Four
Navigation and Software
Keys and Displays
This chapter explains keys, displays and navigation skills. You’ll also find a complete
software map.
Navigation and Software, Chapter 4 Watlow Power Series ■ 4.1
4
Figure 4.1 — Power Series keys and displays.
Alarm Indication LED:
Lit when an alarm is
active.
Upper Display:
Indicates operating
levels - requested
current, line voltage or
power feedback levels
for the parameter in the
lower display.
Lower Display:
Indicates the
parameter whose
value appears in the
upper display.
***8
***8
Increment/Decrement
Keys: Moves to next or
previous submenu if at
the top item of a menu, or
increments/decrements
current menu item.
Home Key:
Returns to the Display
Loop if in any other
page or menu, or in
the Display Loop,
moves between like
prompts of different
zones or phases.
Small LED:
Blinks with
communications
activity.
Left/Right Keys: Moves
to the next or previous
item in a submenu.
Navigating the Power Series
Choose a page (Setup or Factory) and press its key sequence. The page appears in the lower
display.
PressÎ or Ó to find a specific menu in a page. The menu appears in the upper display and
the page remains in the lower display.
Press ® to enter the list of parameters in the menu displayed. The menu’s parameters
appear in the lower display and the values in the upper display. To go backward through the
parameter list press ¬ .
PressÎ or Ó to select a value, either alpha or numeric, within a specific parameter.
Setup Page - for
setting up the
control, alarms,
retransmit, and
communications.
Factory Page for calibration
and diagnostic
information.
Display Loop for monitoring
parameters and
adjusting manual/digital input,
and for clearing
alarms if they are
latched.
4.2 ■ Watlow Power Series Navigation and Software, Chapter 4
NOTE:
The Load Activity Indicator in the Display Loop indicates different things, dependent on whether heater
diagnostics is installed. With heater diagnostics installed, it indicates load current has been detected.
Without heater diagnostics installed, it indicates the SCRs are being gated and line voltage is present.
• Setup Page: From Display Loop, press ± and ¬ keys together for 2 sec.
• Factory Page:
• Display Loop: From Setup or Factory Page, press the ± key.
***8
***8
***8
***8
From Setup Page, press ± and ¬ and ® keys together for 2 sec
***8
***8
algo
SEt
***8
FCty
-–-
load
¨[````]¨[````]¨[load]¨[freq]¨
Single-Zone Single-Phase
¬®[In``] or [In|c] or [In|u] ¬®[`Out]¬®[`Hbt]¬%%% ®[`UoL]¬®[`Cur]¬®[`HUa]
Multi-Zone [```] Three-Phase [```]
%%%% [2one]
%%%%%%% [PHAS]
Display Loop
Use the Increment/Decrement keys ( Ó Î ) to select a Zone or Phase
within the Display Loop. The Zone/Phase appears in the upper display.
Use the Left/Right arrow keys ( ¬ ® ) to select a parameter within a Zone or Phase.
The parameter appears in the bottom display.
Use the Increment/Decrement keys (
Ó Î ) to select a value, either alpha or
numeric, within a parameter. The value appears in the upper display.
Use the Home key ( ± ) to toggle between Zones/Phase 1, 2, or 3 sequentially.
(#)
Î
Ó
Display Zone
Selection
Display Phase
Selection
(#)
Î
Ó
(code) (code)
Active Alarms
(if any)
[```1] Zone 1 [```1] Phase 1
[2one] % ¨[In1`] or [In|`c1] or [In|`u1] ¨[Out1]¨[Hbt1]¨[UoL1]¨[Cur1]¨[HUa1]¨% [`ph5] % ¨[UoL1]¨[Cur1]¨
%Î% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% Î% ±% ±%
% Ó%%%%%% Ó%
[```2] Zone 2 [```2] Phase 2
[2one] % ¨[In2`] or [In|`c2] or [In|`u2] ¨[Out2]¨[Hbt2]¨[UoL2]¨[Cur2]¨[HUa2]¨% [`ph5] % ¨[UoL2]¨[Cur2]¨[`HUa]¨
% Î% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±%% Î% ±% ±%
% Ó%%%%%% Ó
[```3] Zone 3 [```3] Phase 3
[2one] % ¨[In3`] or [[In|`c3] or [In|`u3] ¨[Out3]¨[Hbt3]¨[UoL3]¨[Cur3]¨[HUa3]¨% [`ph5] % ¨[UoL3]¨[Cur3]¨
%Î% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% ±% Î% ±% ±%
% Ó%%%%%% Ó
%
Navigation and Software, Chapter 4 Watlow Power Series ■ 4.3
NOTE: For an explanation of the parameters in the Display Loop, range information, Modbus address, and conditions for
the parameter to appear, see pp. 6.1-6.4, Chapter Six, Parameters.
NOTES:
What you see in each Page and in each Menu are factory set, depending on the options and settings of your controller.
The input signal method indicator will change depending on the input signal method chosen — digital, current, or volts.
Current operating parameters may be modified at any time with the use of the keypad or communications port.
The Display Loop is
used to monitor
parameters and adjust
manual/digital input,
and to clear alarms if
they are latched.
Press Home and Left Keys together
for 2 seconds to enter the Setup
Menus from the Display Loop.
Setup Page Menus
±¬
Display Loop
±±
Press Home Key from any menu to
return to the Display Loop.
% ±¬®
Press Home, Left and Right Keys all
together for 2 seconds to enter the
Factory Menus from the Setup Menus.
Factory Page Menus
4.4 ■ Watlow Power Series Navigation and Software, Chapter 4
**NOTE: These menus and display prompts are only viewable in the Factory Mode using a password.
NOTE: For an explanation of the parameters in the Setup Page, (range information, Modbus address, and conditions for the
parameter to appear), see Chapter Six, Parameters, pp. 6.5-6.14; for information on the Factory Page, see pp. 6.14-6.22.
[dAta] System Data Manipulation
[FctY]% ¨[baup]¨[dflt]¨[rEst]¨[nUOl]¨
%Î
%Ó
[`Loc] Global/Menu Lockouts
[[FctY]% ¨[gloc]¨[`Ctr]¨[`OPt]¨[`Alr]¨[COm]¨[retr]¨[`CIn]¨[C|`rtr]¨[dAta]¨[diAg]¨
%Î
%Ó
[InFo] Unit Information
[FctY]% ¬®[`sn–]¬®[`sn_]¬®[date]¬®[HUEr]¬®[SUEr]¬®[sbld]¬®[ratU]¬®[rata]¬®[2onC]¬®[`Opt]¬®[```Ç]¬®
Î
%Ó
%%% ¬®[Hrs_]¬®[Hrs–]¬®[HIÇ`]¬®[sdÇ`]¬®[AlÇ`]
[diAg] Diagnostics
[[FctY]% ¨[``Ad]¨[Cnts]¨[l!A1]¨[l!A2]¨[l!A3]¨[l@A1]¨[l@A2]¨[l@A3]¨[l#A1]¨[l#A2]¨[l#A3]¨
Î
%Ó%
¨[retr]¨[`UAL]¨[``In]¨[dIsp]
%%
[`pw] Factory Password
[FctY]
% ¨[`pw]¨[fcty]¨
%
Î
%Ó
[CIn1] Calibrate Analog Input Signal Zone 1**
[FctY] % ¬®[nnA_]¬®[nnA–]¬®[UoL_]¬®[UoL–]¬®[Cala]¬®
%
Î
%Ó
[CIn2] Calibrate Analog Input Signal Zone 2**
[FctY] % ¬®[nnA_]¬®[nnA–]¬®[UoL_]¬®[UoL–]¬®[Cala]¬®
%
Î
%Ó
[CIn3] Calibrate Analog Input Signal Zone 3**
[FctY] % ¬®[nnA_]¬®[nnA–]¬®[UoL_]¬®[UoL–]¬®[Cala]¬®
%
Î
%Ó
[Crtr] Calibrate Retransmit**
[FctY]% ¬®[nnA_]¬®[nnA–]¬®[UoL_]¬®[UoL–]¬®[Calr]¬®
%Î
Factory Page Menus
Use the Increment/Decrement keys ( Ó Î ) to select a menu
within the Factory Page. The menu appears in the upper display.
Use the Left/Right arrow keys (
¬ ® ) to select a parameter
within a menu. The parameter appears in the bottom display.
Use the Increment/Decrement keys ( Ó Î ) to select a value,
either alpha or numeric, within a parameter. The value appears
in the upper display.
*NOTE: This prompt will only appear in [Ctr1], and if the controller is 3 phase.
Setup Page Menus
[algo] Control Algorithm
[`set]
% ¨[algo]¨[`ftb]¨[``UC]¨
%Î% Î
%Ó% Óv
%
[Ctr1] Setup Control Zone 1
% ¬®[``In]¬®[%dflt]¬®[nna_]¬®[nna–]¬®[Uol_]¬®[Uol–]¬®[lrn|``A]¬®[bl`U]¬®[lrn|``U]¬®[type]¬®[rate]¬®[soft]¬®[rdly]¬®
[`set]
%Î
%Ó
[Opt1] Setup Options Zone 1
[`set]
% ¬®[`Hbo]¬®[Min]¬®[`HbC]¬®[`Cli]¬®[`Cla]¬®[tol_]¬®[toL–]¬®[Indf]¬®[1Cur]¬®
%Î
%Ó
[Ctr2] Setup Control Zone 2
[`set]
% ¬®[``In]¬®[dflt]¬®[nna_]¬®[nna–]¬®[Uol_]¬®[Uol–]¬®[lrn|``A]¬®[bl`U]¬®[lrn|``U]¬®[rate]¬®[soft]¬®
Î
%
%Ó
[Opt2] Setup Options Zone 2
[`set]
% ¬®[`Hbo]¬®[Min]¬®[`HbC]¬®[`Cli]¬®[`Cla]¬®[tol_]¬®[toL–]¬®[Indf]¬®[1Cur]¬®
%Î
%Ó
[Ctr3] Setup Control Zone 3
[`set]
% ¬®[``In]¬®[dflt]¬®[nna_]¬®[nna–]¬®[Uol_]¬®[Uol–]¬®[lrn|A]¬®[bl`U]¬®[lrn|``U]¬®[rate]¬®[soft]¬®
Î
%
%Ó
[Opt3] Setup Options Zone 3
[`set]
% ¬®[`Hbo]¬®[Min]¬®[`HbC]¬®[`Cli]¬®[`Cla]¬®[tol_]¬®[toL–]¬®[Indf]¬®[1Cur]¬®
%Î
%Ó
[`aLr] Setup Alarms Configuration
[`set]
% ¬ ®[A|``l9c]¬®[glbl]¬®[Open]¬®[`tol]¬®[``Ot]¬®[`aLÇ]¬®[Line]¬®[p|bal]¬®[lbal]¬®[ldif]¬®[freq]¬®
%Î
%Ó
% %%% ¨ [C|``wd]¨[``OU]¨[``UC]
[COm] Setup Comms Configuration
[`set]
% ¨[addr]¨[baUd]¨[`wd]¨[`seC]¨[pwr]¨
%Î
%Ó
[retr] Setup Retransmit Configuration
[`set]
% ¬®[`Cfg]¬®[type]¬®[pha5]¬®[2one]¬®[Cur_]¬®[Cur–]¬®[HUa_]¬®[HUa–]¬®[rt|``C_]¬ ®[rt|``C–]¬ ®[rt|``U_]¬ ®[rt|``U–]¬ ®
%Î
%Ó
[cont] Î [`OFF] Î [`ftb] Î Urtb] Î [pH2t]
Use the Increment/Decrement keys ( Ó Î ) to select a menu
within the Setup Page. The menu appears in the upper display.
Use the Left/Right arrow keys (
menu. The parameter appears in the bottom display.
Use the Increment/Decrement keys (
or numeric, within a parameter. The value appears in the upper display.
¬ ® ) to select a parameter within a
Ó Î ) to select a value, either alpha
*