This manual for use and maintenance is an integral part of the apparatus together with the attached
technical documentation.
This document is destined for the user of the apparatus: it may not be reproduced in whole or in part,
committed to computer memory as a file or delivered to third parties without the prior authorization of the
assembler of the system.
: N.1.2 of 12/2016
: 2.0
Munters reserves the right to effect modifications to the apparatus in accordance with technical and legal
Munters reserves the right to make alterations to specifications, quantities, dimensions etc. for production
or other reasons, subsequent to publication. The information contained herein has been prepared by
qualified experts within Munters. While we believe the information is accurate and complete, we make no
warranty or representation for any particular purposes. The information is offered in good faith and with
the understanding that any use of the units or accessories in breach of the directions and warnings in this
document is at the sole discretion and risk of the user.
1.2 Introduction
Congratulations on your excellent choice of purchasing an Farm Center Pro/Farm Master Pro!
In order to realize the full benefit from this product it is important that it is installed, commissioned and
operated correctly. Before installation or using the fan, this manual should be studied carefully. It is also
recommended that it is kept safely for future reference. The manual is intended as a reference for
installation, commissioning and day-to-day operation of the Munters Controllers.
1.3 Notes
Date of release: July 2010
Munters cannot guarantee to inform users about the changes or to distribute new manuals to them.
NOTE All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any manner whatsoever
without the expressed written permission of Munters. The contents of this manual are subject to
change without notice.
Always connect temperature and sensor shields to earth ground. Avoid mixing high voltage
wiring with sensor and low voltage wiring.
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Keep the controller as far as possible from heavy contactor boxes and other sources of
electrical interference.
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Do not connect communication wire shields, which go from one house to another at both ends.
Connect them at one end only. Connection at both ends can cause ground loop currents to
flow, which reduce reliability.
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The COM connection for communications is not the shield wire. The COM, RX and TX wires
must connect to each other at all controllers.
2.2 Checking the Battery Level
Check the battery once a year. The output must be 2.7 volts (minimum). Authorized personnel only must
replace the battery if the output is below the minimum required level or every five years.
2.3 Filtering
If this installation includes a power inverter to drive variable speed fans, install an EMI filter in front of the
inverter, according to the specifications provided by the inverter manufacturer. Referto the inverter
documentation.
2.4 Frequency Inverters
Frequency inverters can cause severe electrical and electromagnetic interference. Therefore, when
employing a frequency inverter, it is critical that you carefully follow the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
In particular verify:
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that the cable shielding between the inverter and any motor meets industry standards
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proper grounding of the inverter's chassis and motor power cable
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proper grounding of low voltage cable shield wire
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that the controller and inverter cables are kept in separate conduits or wire bundles
The following section provides an introduction to the Farm Center Pro / Farm Master Pro Climate Controller
units.
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Components
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General Description
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Features
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Network Diagrams
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Farm Center Pro Keyboard
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Farm Center Pro Main Screen
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Main Menu
3.1 Components
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Farm Center Pro
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Farm Master Pro
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Extension Box (optional)
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Farm Communication 485 Communication / Farm Guard (optional)
3.2 General Description
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Farm Center Pro
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Farm Master Pro
3.2.1 F
Farm Center Pro provides you maximum capability with minimal complexity in programming and
controlling up to 10 Farm Master Pro units.
Farm Center Pro is the ultimate pig house controller. Equipped with an easy programming interface, it
provides programmable outputs for all major features and an advanced graphic user interface that
provides simple, fast navigation, informative main screen, display feedback on the programming and
device status.
ARM CENTER PRO
The Farm Center Pro communicates with up to ten Farm Master Pro units to access history, collect events
and alarms for each and all relevant data up to 100 days.
3.2.2 F
ARM MASTER PRO
Farm Master Pro is Munters’s latest advance in environmental controllers specially designed for the pig
house industry.
The user-friendly has high performance and quick response time. Farm Master Pro features accurate
temperature and humidity sensors, secure transmission of data even in noisy environments and the added
convenience of eight output relays as well as four analog outputs.
Each Farm Master Pro can operate independently in case of Farm Center Pro malfunction or loss of
power. Using an internal battery when the Farm Master Pro is operating “alone”, there is no history
collection or possibility to change parameters.
There are three Farm Master Pro models:
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: No variable speed
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: One channel variable speed
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: Two channels variable speed
3.3 Features
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Farm Center Pro
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Easy programming
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Graphic user interface screens
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Positioning scrollbar
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Swift device and feature selection
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USB data port
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Large numeric keypad
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Communication with up to ten Farm Master Pro units
In case of an alarm, a blinking message appears on the main screens in addition to the
siren. Pressing "0" on the main screen, when the alarm message is on, directs you to the
room with the alarm. Resetting the alarm is possible, but it only stops the siren and not the
screen message. Only by fixing the problem stops the message.
NOTE Once communication is off there is no history accumulation in the Farm Center Pro.
A dotted lined square indicates N/A (not available).
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3.7 Main Menu
Table 2and Table 3 detail the complete Farm Center Pro main menu structure. The menu has two levels.
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to scroll between menus.
2. Press Enter to use the each menu's items.
3. To enter the second level, scroll to System Menu and press Enter.
4. Scroll to the required menu item and press Enter.
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing as waste. The controller, accessories and
one end
4 Mechanical Installation Guide
These units must be installed by an authorized electrician. Power must be disconnected to
avoid electrical shock and damage.
To avoid exposing the controllers to harmful gases or high humidity, it is recommended to
install it in the service room.
NOTE Installation Category (Over voltage Category) II
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The power supply to the controller should be protected by 10 amps circuit breaker
All electrical connections should comply with National Electrical code (NEC)
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1. Screw the metal sheet on the back of the box using the 4 supplied screws. Mount the Farm
Master Pro through the mounting holes (see next page).
2. Open the enclosure lid by unfastening the four screws.
3. Drill holes at bottom of the box and place cable holders.
4. Place the required cables through the cable holders at the bottom of the unit. Connect the wires
according to the wiring diagrams.
5. Make sure that you use wires large enough for the load of the variable speed.
6. To connect temperature and humidity sensors use shielded two or four conductor #18-#24
gauge cables. Connect the shields to the Ground metal strip. Do not connect the shields to more
than one point, or you may induce ground loop currents.
7. Close the Farm Master Pro enclosure lid carefully and tightly. Use RTV silicon or equivalent
sealant to seal the cable holders.
8. After installation is completed, operate the Farm Master Pro for a few hours and re- check for
proper operation.
4.1 Environmental Protection
packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling. The plastic components
are labeled for categorized recycling.
4.2 Sensors and Shielded Wiring
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For long shielded wires, connect the shield to ground at
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From the ground terminal, run a heavy wire directly to the ground rod. It is acceptable, if
necessary, to run the heavy ground wire to the electrical service grounding system rather than
directly to the ground rod.
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Do not use light wires for these ground connections. They must carry heavy lightning currents,
sometimes exceeding thousands of amperes. Certainly, do not use the shielding of sensor and
low voltage wiring for this purpose.
Ensure that all ground connections go to a single local point. When lightning strikes, grounds a
meter or two apart will be at significantly different voltages. If you have several electronic
boxes with individual grounds, connect all these together to a single point (If Possible),
preferably to the surge protector ground. This should continue to the ground rod or the
electrical service. In particular, avoid grounding any controls remotely through shield wiring.
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Do not use shields to create a path for lightning. For long shield wires, such as building to
building runs, connect the shield to ground at
only, to reduce the chance of
conducting lightning from one building to another.
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When splicing sensors to longer wires, ensure that the splice is
. Use adhesive lined
heat shrink (marine grade) to make waterproof connections.
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Use a good compression connector for splicing. This is better than soldering. Do not simply
twist wires together and then cover with electrical tape.
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Keep sensor wiring separate from other power distribution and high voltage wiring. Ensure that
lightning on other wiring will not transfer to the sensors.
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Install outside temperature sensors so that the sun will not cause false readings, and so that
exhaust air from the building will not affect the sensor.
4.3 Installation and Electrical Connections
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Install computerized electronic controls at least one meter (three feet) away from interference
sources such as high voltage wiring to motors, variable speed, light dimmers, relays.
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Install electronic controls in a separate ventilated control room that is protected from extreme
temperatures and dirty environments. Place the controls so that the operators can conveniently
use the control and read indicators and displays.
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Give your installation a professional appearance, with all wiring in conduit or neatly installed.
Keep low voltage wires separate from high voltage wires.
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Use shielded wiring for low level signals. For buried wiring (building to building runs) use high
grade jell filled cables that are impervious to moisture.
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Seal cable entry points and control boxes to prevent contamination and corrosion. If you use
silicon sealant with acetic acid cure, keep the control open and ventilated until cured.
Otherwise, the acetic acid will attack the metal parts, including circuitry.
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Drill cable entry holes on the bottom of the box only.
4.4 Farm Center Pro/Farm Master Pro Wiring Diagrams
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Figure 3: Communication Wiring Diagram (Farm Communication Box)
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Figure 4: Communication Wiring Diagram (Farm Guard)
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Figure 5: Communication Wiring Diagram (Farm Master Pro)
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Figure 6: Farm Master Pro Wiring Diagram (Analog Output Devices, Digital Sensors)
To ensure compliance with EMC 61000-6-3, install an appropriate filter; for example a
Munters' filter (P/N: P-EMI), TDK-RSHN-2016 L or similar devices.
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Figure 8: Wiring Diagram of Main Voltage Section Showing Filtering
NOTE All the remaining wiring to the main voltage section remains as illustrated in the Farm Master
On the Farm Master Pro's CPU there are two parallel red dip switches, located on the left hand side of
the PCB. If you want hardware protection during curtains' activity, make sure you connect the curtains in
pairs, according relay numbers (1, 2; 3, 4; 5, 6; etc.) and to move the three matching dipswitches to off
position. On the PCB is written which switch goes with the relay. Not doing so may result in the motors
closing and opening the curtains simultaneously, due to bad configuration or programming on behalf of
the user.
Farm Center Pro provides separate temperature curves for growth day, target temperature, heat
temperature, tunnel temperature and low/high alarm temperatures. The controller creates a curve for
each one and uses it as a reference. The program alters at midnight prior to the next day on the next row
programmed. The controller maintains yesterday’s settings for every empty line; therefore it is not
necessary to fill the entire table.
1. In Install > Analog Sensors (page 50), define the temperature sensors as required. When using
more than one sensor, Farm Center Pro begins treatments based on the average.
2. In Install > Relays Layout, define the required number of relays as Heaters.
3. If required, go to System > Calibration > Temperature, and calibrate the sensors (page 47).
4. In Control > Temperature Curve, define the parameters
NOTE Set up to 20 lines, 999 growth days. When a curve is not required (for example when growing
layers), enter temperatures in the first line only.
Set the growth day. You can program negative growth days up to -2 for prewarming. Range: 0 - 999 To enter a negative growth day, type the day number followed
by the ± key.
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o
o
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Set the required target temperature. Range: Target: 0 - 40° C
Set the temperature at which heating stops.
Set the temperature at which tunnel ventilation to begin.
Set low and high temperature alarm limits. Range: Alarm low: 0 -
40° C (without floating point)
5. In Control > Temperature Curve, define the parameters (option)
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: Use this parameter to change the offset target temperature up or
down for any purpose.
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: This refers to the target temperature zone range. The User’s Manual
refers to this as the Happy Zone.
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: The minimum correction towards target happy zone during each
increase ventilations delay (patience factor). If the temperature does not improve by this
amount, the controller increases one level.
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: Temperature change in a minute to be considered as quick drop in
degrees, to reduce a level to reach above target temp (degrees).
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: Temperature change in a minute to be considered as quick drop in
degrees, to reduce a level to reach below target temp (degrees).
6. Press Help to confirm the changes.
6.2 Minimum / Maximum Levels
The Minimum/Maximum Level menu sets the current absolute minimum and maximum ventilation levels
available. Define levels by:
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Day or Time
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Day / Soft Minimum
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Time / Soft Minimum
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Day / Maximum Cold, Warm
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Day / Weight
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Minimum / Maximum by Growth Day defines the ventilation by the growth day.
Minimum / Maximum by Time of Day define the ventilation by the time of day.
6:00
8:00
10:00
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16:00
18:00
20:00
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In Control > Min/Max Levels define
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27
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Set time of day (hh:mm) in 24 hour format
: Set minimum ventilation level for controller
Set maximum ventilation level for controller
OFT MINIMUM / MAXIMUM BY DAY
Soft Minimum / Maximum by Day enable decreasing the minimum level of ventilation in extreme cold.
Define the Soft Minimum level that operates according to outside or inside temperature.
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1. In Control > Min/Max Levels define:
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Set growth day
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Set minimum ventilation level for when temperature drops below heat
temperature
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Set minimum ventilation level for when temperature is above heat temperature
Set maximum ventilation level for controller
2. In Control > Min/Max > Help define:
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Soft Min Temp: Choice whether to use the current inside temperature or the outside
temperature to determine when to use the soft minimum.
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Soft Min. Temp. Band: Difference below heat temperature to set temperature at which to
Soft Minimum: Set minimum ventilation level for when temperature drops below heat
temperature
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Minimum: Set minimum ventilation level for when temperature is above heat temperature
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Maximum: Set maximum ventilation level for controller
2. In Control > Min/Max Levels > Help define:
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Soft Min Temp: Choice whether to use the current inside temperature or the outside
temperature to determine when to use the soft minimum.
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Soft Min. Temp. Band: Difference below heat temperature to set temperature at which to
enforce low temperature minimum ventilation level
6.2.5 M
AXIMUM COLD, WARM BY DAY
Maximum Cold, Warm by Day is used to limit the ventilation levels when temperatures are extremely cold
or hot. These settings override any other definitions when temperatures reach the levels defined in the
Help parameters.
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1. In Control > Min/Max Levels define:
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Day: Set the growth day
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Minimum: Set the minumum ventilation level.
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Maximum Cold: Set the maximum ventilation level when temperatures are below Outside
Temperature Cold parameter.
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Maximum Warm Set the maximum ventilation level when temperatures are above the
Outside Temperature Cold: This parameter defines the temperature below which
ventilation is reduced to the minimal level defined when using Cold/Warm Min Max
Ventilation. default: -5° C, minimum -20° C, maximum +20° C)
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Outside Temperature Warm: This parameter defines the temperature above which
ventilation is increased to the minimal level defined when using Cold/Warm Min Max
Ventilation. default: +20° C, minimum 0° C, maximum +40° C)
If the outside temperature is above 70° F (heat temperature) the controller operates according to the Min
Warm levels.
If the inside temperature is below 66° F (Soft Temp) the controller works according to Min Cold levels.
When the temperature is between 70° F and 66° F the controller creates a curve between the Min Cold
and Min Warm levels. For example, in 68° F the controller operates in level 5.
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When using Soft Min according to
temperature there is a curve between min warm and
min cold, while decreasing levels. When temperature increases the level remains at the lowest
level reached, until reaching the heat temperature.
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When using Soft Min according to
temperature there is a curve between min warm and
min cold while decreasing and increasing levels.
To select the type of minimum/maximum go to system parameters and change the level control.
6.2.6 BY W
EIGHT
The By Weight option enables controlling the minimum air flow depending on the number of pigs, their
weight and the current outside temperature. When using the Weight option, Farm Center Pro takes
several parameters and calculates the air speed, level of ventilation and cycle time needed to supply the
required volume. As opposed to the other ventilation methods, the Weight option is dynamic, with the
ventilation changing according to the current parameters (quantity of air required, weight of animals and
number of pigs, outside air temperature). In addition, Ventilation by Weight sends out an alarm if the
current ventilation is below the minimum required level.
1. In System > Installation > Fan Air Capacity menu, define the air capacity / hour (page 53).
2. In the Control > Min. Max Level > Help , select By
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3. Set the parameters as required.
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Day: Set growth day
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Min Level: Set the minimum level of ventilation (refer to Ventilation Levels, page 43)
default: 1; range 1 - 30
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Air Per Cold Kg/Lb: Volume of air (kilogram/pound per hour per pig) supplied when the
outside temperature goes down to Outside Temp. Warm (see the following section).
default : 0.5; range 0.1 - 99.9
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Air Per Warm Kg/Lb: Volume of air (kilogram/pound per hour per pig) supplied when
the outside temperature goes down to Outside Temp. Warm. default : 0.5; range 0.1 -
99.9
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Max Level: Set the maximum level of ventilation (refer to Ventilation Levels, page 43).
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Animal Weight Curve: This curve enables defining the animal average weight per day.
The curve provides the day's current animal weight to be used when calculating the total
livestock weight:
Total Weight = (Average Animal Weight) x (Total Animals Count)
default: 10.0; range 1.0 - 999
4. In the Management > Animal Inventory menu, type the number of pigs.
Ventilation by Weight is configured.
6.3 Humidity
This screen sets the humidity specifications. Humidity treatment forces an increase in ventilation level when
the humidity is too high. It holds the increase for ‘Duration Seconds.. After the duration, the ventilation
level comes back down automatically.
This menu defines the cool pad operating conditions.
1. Define the parameters:
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Set growth day.
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o
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use negative differential temperatures.
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100%.
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The cool pad begins operating at this time.
The cool pad ceases to operate at this time.
Set difference from target temperature to use this setting. You can
Set maximum humidity allowed before stopping cool pad. You can enter
Set the maximum on time for each cycle of cool pad operation.
Set the minimum off time for each cycle of cool pad operation.
2. In Control > Cool Pad > Help, set the parameters:
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: From what ventilation level to begin cool pad operation. 0 disables the cool
pad. 0
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: On/off differential or Happy Zone with respect to temperature for
the ‘Cool #’ and ‘Cool Pad #’ relays. These normally control the water pump for the cool
cells. 1.0
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: On/off differential or Happy Zone with respect to inside humidity for the
‘Cool #’ and ‘Cool Pad #’ relays. 2.0
6.7 Fogger Pad
This menu defines the Fogger operating conditions.
: Insert animals placed.
: Updates the number of animals.
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Growth Day
New Group
CAUTION
Group No
Control Mode
Alarm Delay (sec)
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Alarm Settings
Room 1
Parameter
Value
Alarm Delay (sec)
Low Temperature Alarm Diff
High Temperature Alarm Diff
Emergency Temperature
Variable Fan Stop
Min Water/Hour
Max Water/ Hour
Min Feed/Hour
Max Feed/Hour
Auxiliary Alarm Related History
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Day and Group
Room 1
Parameter
Value
Growth Day 6
New Group ?
No
Group No. 1
Control Mode
Full House
7.3 Day & Group
This screen sets the day, designates a group as new, and sets the group number.
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age.
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automatically increases the group number by one and sets the growth day to 1.
: Set the number of growth day. This parameter can help determine the animals’
: To start a new group, select YES under a new group fragment and the controller
When starting a new group, history is deleted!
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.: You can manually change the group number.
: This parameter enables system operations (Normal mode) or disables
operations (Empty mode). In this screen, chose one of the following modes:
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Normal
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Empty: Empty mode is applied in cases of empty houses. When Empty mode is selected:
All alarms are disabled
A flashing massage appears while displaying temperature.
"E" appears in Farm Master Pro and "Empty House" in Farm Center Pro.
NOTE Setting controller to Normal or Empty mode inserts an event to History/Event table.
: represents the number of seconds between failure detection and the alarm
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Low Temperature Alarm Diff
High Temperature Alarm Diff
Out Compensation:
Example:
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Emergency Temperature
Variable Fan Stop
Water & Feed
NOTE If the problem is solved before the delay time ends, no alarm is recorded in the history log.
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This parameter is added to the high temperature alarm when outside
: Low temperature range beyond which alarm is activated.
: High temperature range beyond which alarm is activated.
temperatures are high, like noontime in desert countries. This feature ensures an alarm is not
triggered just because it is a hot day. The emergency temperature has no compensation, so the
compensation feature only works when temperatures do not exceed the emergency
temperature.
Outdoor+comp. >Alarm then Alarm=Outdoor+Comp
For example: IF the pre set compensation is 2°F, the outside temperature is 75°F and alarm is set
to 76°F, the controller adds the outside temperature to the comp, and the alarm rises to 77.
(75+2=77)
Figure 11: Out Temperature Compensation
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: The temperature beyond which the controller goes into emergency
mode and an alarm is activated.
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: When in low temperature alarm, decide whether to keep variable speed in
minimum operation or totally shut down the function.
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Min/Max Water/Hour: The quantity of water per hour, below or above which the alarm
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is activated.
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Min/Max Feed/Hour: The quantity of feed per hour, below or above which the alarm is
activated.
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Auxiliary Alarm Related History: When assigning a related function, alarm occurs if the
associated digital input fails to follow the relay. Digital input must be active when its associated
relay is on.
If there is no related function the alarm turns on when digital input is active.
Besides the menu number event message there are three kinds of events:
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: How many times the controller was turned on
: How many times the controller was reset
: How many cold starts were performed
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#: Which menu number has been changed
The events table is similar to the alarms table but without icons. For example: in the table above “Menu
#11” means that there was a change of settings in CONTROL Menu 1, Temp Curve Table.
The Farm Center Provides up to 30 programmable ventilation levels.
NOTE When employing the Ventilation by Weight option, the On/Off times don't appear.
1. Define:
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Diff Deg.
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On/Off
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Fans
The usual way to program them is to start the first level with the least amount of air to be
used.
The full circle represent continues fan operation.
The empty full circle represents cycle operation according to the on/off time set for each stage.
A dot represents no operation at all.
2. In System > Ventilation Levels > Help define:
o
Tunnel Exit Diff: Set the relative temperature for the outside sensor at which to exit tunnel.
The controller cannot exit tunnel until the outside temperature is less than tunnel
temperature plus this differential. This number can be positive or negative. To eliminate
the effect of this parameter on tunnel exit, enter a large positive number such as 90.0.
Default: 0.0
Tunnel Exit – Out T Diff from Tunnel: This parameter sets amount below the tunnel entry
temperature at which to exit tunnel ventilation. Tunnel temperatures are determined by the
sensors specified in Temperature Definition. Entry and exit is also controlled by these
sensors. The controller can not exit tunnel until the tunnel temperature is this much less
than the tunnel entry temperature. It must be a positive number. Default: 2.0
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Tunnel Exit Delay (min): Delay time after satisfying tunnel exit conditions. Default: 5
(minutes)
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Inc Delay Time: This is the standard minimum delay before increasing ventilation levels.
Default: 120 (sec)
o
Decrease Level Delay Time: This is the standard minimum delay before decreasing
ventilation levels. 180 (sec)
o
First Tunnel Level: Switching into and out of tunnel ventilation is a major change in
ventilation. For tunnel ventilation, enter the first tunnel level here. If set on 0 there is no
tunnel level. Default: 0
The following table is an example of a proper ventilation setting. Note that tunnel is not noticeable on the
current table and is set according to the system parameter- 1st tunnel level.
This screen sets the levels to which the curtains are opened.
Set the curtain levels to correspond with the ventilation levels. Some producers will want to open the
tunnel curtain prior to the actual tunnel. This is convenient to control pressure in retrofit houses which may
not have sufficient side inlets for the number of fans required in side ventilation.
You can also run the tunnel curtain under pressure control. In that event, the percent open settings
become minimum settings. When the side vents are at 100%, if pressure requires, the controller opens the
tunnel curtain to maintain the pressure setting.
9.4 Stir Fan
The stir fans mix the air inside the house and control temperature differentials between different parts of
the house. This screen sets the relevant parameters.
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of the house is higher than the set differential. The sensors that participate in this differential can
be divided into these groups:
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If no sensors are set for circulation fans in temp definition, the current defined sensors
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If one sensor is defined for the circulation fans, the difference between this sensor and the
o
If more than one sensor is defined for the circulation fans, when the difference increases
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f: The circulation fan starts if the difference between temperatures in different parts
control this operation. If for example the house is in tunnel mode, the tunnel sensors
control the circulation fans. If there is a difference higher than three (like the example
above) between two sensors, the circulation fans begin to operate.
average controls the circulation fans.
between any two sensors, the circulation fans begin operation.
: When the application starts/stops
: At what level the application starts
If any of the definitions above is set on 0, the circulation fan operates at any time or level according to the
differential.
NOTE The Calibration Menu items are for future use.
10.1 Temperature
Calibrate temperature sensors on this screen.
Only calibrate the sensors if you have reason to believe that they are producing
inaccurate results.
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The temperature sensor is a very accurate sensor with a deviation of 0.1. Calibrate the temperature
sensor by using a very accurate reference instrument and enter the offset number for each sensor in the
Temp factor line. Use the up and down arrow keys to select sensors.
10.2 Humidity
Calibrate the humidity sensor on this screen.
offset number in the Humidity factor line.
Only calibrate the sensor if you have reason to believe that they are producing
inaccurate results.
, calibrate the humidity sensor by using a very accurate reference instrument and enter the
The following sections detail how to configure the Farm Center Pro software. For details on the physical
installation, refer to Mechanical Installation Guide, page 15.
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Relay Layout
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Analog Sensors Layout
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Digital Input
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Analog Output
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Variable Speed Fan
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Temperature Definition
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Curtain Setup
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Fan Air Capacity
11.1 Relay Layout
In this screen, define each relay as required.
Each relay can be defined as any of the following functions:
In this screen, define the temperature and humidity sensors.
Farm Center Pro supports up to four temperature sensors and one humidity sensor. Temperature Sensors 1
– 3 can be inside the house. Temperature Sensor 4 only can be defined as Inside or Outside'.
11.3 Digital Input
In this screen, define the digital sensors.
NOTE
: When Farm Center Pro begins to function, a digital input signal is transmitted to
verify that the alarm is actually on; if not the alarm starts.
S using the Round Arrows key to apply and remove check marks.
NOTE You can view only those devices defined in the relay layout and variable heat.
NOTE
The average definition refers to the average temperature, according to the sensor
defined. A blank line defined for a certain sensor, indicates that the sensor operates according
to the average temperature definition.
11.7 Curtain Setup
Curtain Setup informs the controller how fast your curtains and side inlets move. This information is used to
properly calculate automatic inlet advance as well as inlet and curtain positions.
1. Define relays in System > Installation > Relays.
2. In System > Installation > Curtain Setup, define the opening and closing cycle times.
3. In System > Installation > Curtain Setup > help define:
Number of Movements for Calibration: Calibration Steps: To ensure accurate positioning
of the curtains, the controller may periodically calibrate the curtain position. This
parameter sets the maximum number of curtain movements or stages between
calibrations. Calibration consists of forcing the curtain to the nearest limit, 0% or 100%
with adequate overtime to ensure reaching the limit switch. Then the curtain returns to its
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Parameter
Value
Software Version
2.00r01
Hardware Version
01.00.01
LCD Version
01.00.01
Farm Master Version
2000
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Fan Air Capacity
Room 1 Fan
Air Capacity
Fan 1
17657 Fan 2
17657 Fan 3
17657 Fan 4
17657 Fan 5
17657 Fan 6
17657
Fan 7
17657
Fan 8
17657 Var. Fan 1
17657 Var. Fan 2
17657 Var. Fan 3
17657 Var. Fan 4
17657
proper position. In the event several curtains require calibration, they calibrate one at a
time to reduce the amount of restriction to normal ventilation. The stage counter resets
automatically each time the curtains reach a limit point to prevent excessive calibration.
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Power Off Calibration: When enabled, inlets are calibrated after a power failure. The
inlet opens completely and then closes according to the static pressure at the required
position.
11.8 Fan Air Capacity
In this screen set the fan air capacity for the, exhaust, tunnel, and variable speed fans.
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Default capacity: 30000 M3/H
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Range: 0 – 99999
NOTE Define the metric or US capacity in the setup screen..
11.9 About
Use this window to check the controller's software version.
Use the arrow keys to switch between controllers and press select to view the software version.
The following sections detail the Farm Master Pro functions.
12.1 Cold Start
To execute a cold start, disconnect the power, reconnect the power while pressing the three Farm Master
Pro buttons together and hold them for about three seconds. The following appears:
When this screen appears, the controller preformed a cold start.
Cold Start erases all data and history from the memory and load factory defaults!
12.2 Set Unit Number
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Press the two arrow key simultaneously until NO blinks.
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Set the unit number with the up and down arrows.
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Press
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12.3 Main Menu
Once the
temperature of the rooms. Press
information.
The display alternates between the name and the figure.
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The target temperature for the room.
: Target humidity.
is activated the main screen appears displaying the inside average
for two seconds to allow the user to access the main screen’s
12.4 Calibration
Humidity in room.
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Growth day for the room.
Temperature sensors are very accurate and most likely do not require calibration. However, if calibration is
required, do the following:
12.4.1 T
12.4.2 C
EMPERATURE SENSOR CALIBRATION
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Use an accurate thermometer as a reference.
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Place the thermometer near the temperature sensor.
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Make sure that the inside temperature is stable.
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Calibrate the temperature sensor immediately after reading.
ALIBRATION PROCEDURE
1. Press
and the “up” arrow keys simultaneously and hold them together for about two
seconds. The display alternates between the sensor number and the temperature measured.
Munters products are designed and built to provide reliable and satisfactory performance but cannot be
guaranteed free of faults; although they are reliable products they can develop unforeseeable defects
and the user must take this into account and arrange adequate emergency or alarm systems if failure to
operate could cause damage to the articles for which the Munters plant was required: if this is not done,
the user is fully responsible for the damage which they could suffer.
Munters extends this limited warranty to the first purchaser and guarantees its products to be free from
defects originating in manufacture or materials for one year from the date of delivery, provided that
suitable transport, storage, installation and maintenance terms are complied with. The warranty does not
apply if the products have been repaired without express authorisation from Munters, or repaired in such
a way that, in Munters’ judgement, their performance and reliability have been impaired, or incorrectly
installed, or subjected to improper use. The user accepts total responsibility for incorrect use of the
products.
The warranty on products from outside suppliers fitted to Farm Center Pro and Farm Master Pro, (for
example cables, weights, etc.) is limited to the conditions stated by the supplier: all claims must be made
in writing within eight days of the discovery of the defect and within 12 months of the delivery of the
defective product. Munters has thirty days from the date of receipt in which to take action, and has the
right to examine the product at the customer’s premises or at its own plant (carriage cost to be borne by
the customer).
Munters at its sole discretion has the option of replacing or repairing, free of charge, products which it
considers defective, and will arrange for their despatch back to the customer carriage paid. In the case of
faulty parts of small commercial value which are widely available (such as bolts, etc.) for urgent
despatch, where the cost of carriage would exceed the value of the parts, Munters may authorise the
customer exclusively to purchase the replacement parts locally; Munters will reimburse the value of the
product at its cost price.
Munters will not be liable for costs incurred in demounting the defective part, or the time required to travel
to site and the associated travel costs. No agent, employee or dealer is authorised to give any further
guarantees or to accept any other liability on Munters’ behalf in connection with other Munters products,
except in writing with the signature of one of the Company’s Managers.
WARNING:
right at any time and without prior notice to alter the specifications in this manual.
The liability of the manufacturer Munters ceases in the event of:
dismantling the safety devices;
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use of unauthorised materials;
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In the interests of improving the quality of its products and services, Munters reserves the
Barring specific contractual terms, the following are directly at the user’s expense:
preparing installation sites;
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providing an electricity supply (including the protective equipotential bonding (PE) conductor, in
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accordance with CEI EN 60204-1, paragraph 8.2), for correctly connecting the equipment to the
mains electricity supply;
providing ancillary services appropriate to the requirements of the plant on the basis of the
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information supplied with regard to installation;
tools and consumables required for fitting and installation;
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lubricants necessary for commissioning and maintenance.
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It is mandatory to purchase and use only original spare parts or those recommended by the
manufacturer.
Dismantling and assembly must be performed by qualified technicians and according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
The use of non-original spare parts or incorrect assembly exonerates the manufacturer from all liability.
Requests for technical assistance and spare parts can be made directly to the nearest Munters office. A
full list of contact details can be found on the back page of this manual.
Australia Munters Pty Limited, Phone +61 2 8843 1594, Brazil Munters Brasil Industria e Comercio Ltda, Phone +55 41 3317 5050, Canada Munters Corporation
Mason, Phone +1 517 676 7070, China Munters Air Treatment Equipment (Beijing) Co. Ltd, Phone +86 10 80 418 000, Denmark Munters A/S, Phone
+45 9862 3311, India Munters India, Phone +91 20 3052 2520, Indonesia Munters, Phone +62 818 739 235, Italy Munters Italy S.p.A., Chiusavecchia, Phone
+39 0183 52 11, Japan Munters K.K., Phone +81 3 5970 0021, Korea Munters Korea Co. Ltd., Phone +82 2 761 8701, Mexico Munters Mexico, Phone
+52 818 262 54 00,, Singapore Munters Pte Ltd., Phone +65 744 6828, South Africa and Sub-Sahara Countries Munters (Pty) Ltd., Phone +27 11 997 2000,