Application 7 allows you to program as many as six menu keys to control one temperature
channel, a fan and cooking time for an automatic convection oven.
Overview of Key Steps
1. Install the MINICHEF 2000.
2. Wire the controller.
3. Configure the controller.
4. Program the menus.
5. Set the controller security.
6. Set the Real-time Clock.
For instructions on Steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
7. Design, manufacture and apply faceplate overlay for end-users. (For a suggested design
to suit this application, see this section. For overlay dimensions and guidelines, see the
Hardware & Software Setup Guide.)
8. Operate the controller. (See this application guide.)
Key Functions in Configuration Mode
→Output 1 Heat
→Output 2 not used
→Event Output 1 Fan Low
→Event Output 2 Fan High
→Output 5 Audible Alarm
Heat
Menu 1
Menu 4
Menu 3
Menu 6
1
Menu 2
2
3
4
Menu 5
5
6
Your Company Logo
Input 1 Oven Temperature→
Input 2 not used →
Event Input 1 Door Open→
Event Input 2 not used →
Heat
Menu
Menu
Menu
Menu
Menu
Menu
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456
Your Company Logo
Menu Key Indicator
Lights
Slow flash...Preheating
Rapid flash...Ready
Lit...Cooking
Rapid flash...Done
Slow flash...Idle and
regulating temp to
previous set point
Not Lit...No menu selected
Heat Indicator Light Lit
when heat output is on.
Menu Keys Activate and
cancel menus, activate
cook cycle when
preheating,and
acknowledge alarms.
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Display five-digit, sevensegment numeric LED
display.
Indicator lights
(1 for each key, 2 for heat
channels).
Edit key (A) Access the
next level of parameters or
values.
Enter key (B) Enter the
value and return to
previous level.
Home key (D) Move to
Operation Mode with a
two-second key press.
Up key (C) Move up the
lists.
Escape key (E) Return to
original value when editing
a parameter value.
Down key (F) Move down
the lists.
Key Functions in Operation Mode
Summary of Input/Output Functions
Note: For details, see wiring instructions in the
2 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 7
Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
Configuration Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Configuration Mode for
this application. You must select Application 7 to access them. For directions, see the
Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes an explanation
of all parameters and values.
[Sound] Audible Alarm0 - 5
[FAn``] Fan Speed1 spd, 2 spd
[delay] Fan Delay Time0 - 120
[SEtUP] Setup [`Ç_Ï`] Temperature Display Format°C or °F
[time] Time Display FormatMMM:SS, HH:MM, H:MM:SS
(H=Hours, M=Minutes, S=Seconds)
[Chirp] Key ChirpOn, Off
[loc``] Menu Security LockYes, No
[tc```] Thermocouple TypeJ, K (shown as [````H]), E
[rtd``] RTD CurveDIN, JIS
[tconp] WatCurveTMTemperature On, Off
Compensation
[Ofst1] Temperature Offset, Channel 1 -99° to 99°F (-55° to 55°C)
[tr`lo] Temperature Range Low0ºF (-18ºC) for RTD inputs
32ºF (0ºC) for tc inputs to [tr`Hi]
[tr`Hi] Temperature Range High [tr`lo] to 1200°F (649°C)
[ready] Preheat Ready FeatureYes, No
[rband] Ready Band1 to 1200°F (649°C)
[Cloc`] Real Time Clock DisplayYes, No
[plOSS] Power Loss Menu ResumeYes, No
[al``1] Alarms for channel 1None, Dev, Proc, Both
[aL`P1] Absolute Process Alarm 1100 to 1200°F (38 to 649°C)
[aLdL1] Low Deviation Alarm 1-999 to 0°F (-555 to 0°C)
[aLdH1] High Deviation Alarm 10 to 999°F (0 to 555°C)
[tHErl] Thermal[tyPE`] Temperature Control TypePID, On-Off
[HYSt1] Hysteresis 11 to 99°F (1 to 55°C)
[Pid`U] PID UnitsSI, US
[tune1] Auto-tuning 1on, OFF
[ProP1] Proportional Band 11 to 999°F (1 to 555°C)
[rSEt1] Reset (integral) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 repeats/minute
[int`1] Integral Gain 10.00 to 99.99 minutes/repeat
[rAtE1] Rate (derivative) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[dEr`1] Derivative Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[CYcL1] PID Cycle Time 11 to 60 seconds
[`diag] WatHelp Used for equipment troubleshooting and testing. Not used when programming. See the Hardware
Diagnostics& Software Setup Guide.
Application 7 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 3
Program Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Program Mode for this
application. You must select Application 7 to access them. For menu programming directions, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes a
FunctionParameterValueYour Settings
[M`__][Stpt1] Set point 1Temperature range low
Menu Numbers 1 - 6Temperature of set point 1.to range high.
detailed explanation of all parameters and values.
[Tine1] Time 1Setting Time 1, Time 2, Time 3
Run time of set point 1.and Time 4 all to zero
invalidates selected menu.
Format varies based
on configuration.
[fan`1] Fan 1 SpeedSingle Speed: On, Off
Speed of fan during time 1.Two Speed: Off, Low, Hi
[Stpt2] Set point 2Temperature range low
Temperature of set point 2.to range high.
[Tine2] Time 2Setting Time 1, Time 2, Time 3
Run time of set point 2.and Time 4 all to zero
invalidates selected menu.
Format varies based
on configuration.
[fan`2] Fan 2Single Speed: On, Off
Speed of fan during time 2.Two Speed: Off, Low, Hi.
[Stpt3] Set point 3Temperature range low
Temperature of set point 3.to range high.
[Tine3] Time 3Setting Time 1, Time 2, Time 3
Run time of set point 3.and Time 4 all to zero
invalidates selected menu.
Format varies based
on configuration.
[fan`3] Fan 3Single Speed: On, Off
Speed of fan during time 3.Two Speed: Off, Low, Hi
[Stpt4] Set point 4Temperature range low
Temperature of set point 4.to range high.
[Tine4] Time 4Setting Time 1, Time 2, Time 3
Run time of set point 4.and Time 4 all to zero
invalidates selected menu.
Format varies based
on configuration.
[fan`4] Fan 4Single Speed: On, Off
Speed of fan during time 4.Two Speed: Off, Low, Hi
Auto-tuning Note:
Before auto-tuning Application 7, the Set Point 1 of Menu 1 must first be set to a value
that is typical of your application. (See Hardware & Software Setup Guide for information on programming menus.) Then set [tHerl] / [tunE1] to [```on]. After you accept
[```on], by pressing “Enter,” the controller will display [`tunE] while auto-tuning is
taking place.
The controller will cancel the auto-tuning process if it cannot be completed in 80 minutes. You can cancel the auto-tuning process at any time by pressing either key C or key
D and accepting [``Off], by pressing “Enter,” when it appears.
4 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 7
Step 7 Design a Faceplate Overlay
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Heat
Menu
Menu
Menu
Menu
Menu
Menu
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456
Your Company Logo
To complete the installation, you must apply a graphic membrane to the front panel of
the controller. The following artwork will help you design and create a membrane for
this application. For more dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & SoftwareSetup Guide.
Suggested End-user Overlay:
This Prototyping and Training Membrane Overlay will help you with the configuration and programming steps. To order it, see the Ordering Information
at the back of this guide.
Application 7 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 5
Step 8 Operate the Controller
AB
DECF
GH
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
SLOW
FLASH
AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE
(PREHEAT CONDITION MET)
RAPID
FLASH
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[100f`]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
GHGH
AA
[pre-`] [`Heat]
Summary of Key Functions in Operation Mode
KeyFunction
AMenu 1
BMenu 2
CMenu 3
DMenu 4
EMenu 5
FMenu 6
Start-up
Apply power to the oven.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
If the Real Time Clock Display option is installed and [setUp] / [time] is pro-
grammed, the time of day will appear on the display.
Preheat
If the [Ready] parameter under the [SEtUP] function in the Configuration Mode is set
to yes, the controller will detect temperatures and preheat to operating temperature
(above the relative set point minus the ready band) as required.
•Press the key for the menu you want to run. Each key selects a different menu. You
can select from up to six menus that control temperature and cooking time. Only
one menu may be run at a time.
Note: The controller will not respond if you select an invalid menu (one for which the total of Time 1, Time 2, Time 3,
and Time 4 is set to 0).
The menu you have chosen becomes the current menu for controller operation. Until
the menu is completed or canceled, the indicator light above the menu key will light
up (flashing or steady) to indicate the active menu.
•If the oven is not at operating temperature, it will preheat. Meanwhile:
The word [pre-`] [`Heat] will appear on the display for a few moments. The
menu key indicator light will flash slowly. The temperature of Channel 1 will be displayed until the operating temperature is reached.
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The heat output indicator light - G, just below the display- will light up whenever
AB
DECF
GH
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
SLOW
FLASH
AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE
(PREHEAT CONDITION MET)
RAPID
FLASH
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[100f`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GHGH
AA
[pre-`] [`Heat]
the controller is calling for heat.
When the oven is at operating temperature (above the relative set point minus the
ready band) [ready] will appear on the display and the menu key indicator light
will flash rapidly. You are now ready to cook with the active menu.
•If the oven is at operating temperature, the display goes directly to [ready] without indicating preheat or temperature.
Note: you can skip preheat and go directly to the cooking sequence by pressing the menu key a second time.
Run a Menu (when preheat feature is active)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is active
- that is, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the Configuration
mode is set to [``yes].
1. With [`idle] or time of day on the display, press the key for the menu you want to
run.
If the preheat condition has not been met, the oven will preheat until [ready]
appears on the display.
Note: You can skip preheat and go directly to the cooking sequence by pressing the menu key a second time.
If the oven is already at operating temperature [ready] will appear on the display.
2. With [ready] on the display, place the food in the oven. Then press the active
menu key (indicated by the rapidly flashing indicator light).
The menu key indicator will light up. Time will count down on the display.
The unit will run the following four-step cooking sequence:
Countdown time is displayed. It is the total of the programmed Time 1 plus Time 2
plus Time 3 plus Time 4.
Set point 1 and Fan 1 will run until Time 1 expires.
Set point 2 and Fan 2 will run until Time 2 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 1 to Time 2.
Set point 3 and Fan 3 will run until Time 3 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 2 to Time 3.
Set point 4 and Fan 4 will run until Time 4 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 3 to Time 4.
3. When the cooking sequence is finished, one of the following will happen, depending
on the way the controller was programmed at [Etype] / [sound]:
Application 7 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 7
With Sound set to 0, the controller automatically switches to idle in which the controller does not maintain temperature and does not run time. [`idle] or time of
day will appear on the display. The menu key indicator light will be off.
With Sound set to 1, 2, or 3, [``end] will appear on the display and an audible tone
will be emitted. The menu key indicator light will flash rapidly. You can acknowledge the tone by pressing the active menu key or it will time out in 1 to 20 seconds
and go into idle. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
With Sound set to 4 or 5, end will appear on the display and the menu key indicator
light will flash rapidly. You must acknowledge the audible signal by pressing the
active menu key. Once acknowledged the audible signal is silenced and the controller goes into idle. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
4. Once the controller goes into idle, the menu key indicator light and the heat outputs
will switch off. The controller will not regulate to any temperature.
5. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 2 or 3.
Run a Menu (when preheat feature is not active)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is inactive - in other words, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the
Configuration mode is set to [```no].
1. With idle on the display, place the food in the oven.
2. Press the key for the menu you want to run.
The menu key indicator will light up. Time will count down on the display.
The unit will run the following four-step cooking sequence:
Countdown time is displayed. It is the total of the programmed Time 1 plus Time 2
plus Time 3 plus Time 4.
Set point 1 and Fan 1 will run until Time 1 expires.
Set point 2 and Fan 2 will run until Time 2 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 1 to Time 2.
Set point 3 and Fan 3 will run until Time 3 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 2 to Time 3.
Set point 4 and Fan 4 will run until Time 4 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 3 to Time 4.
3. When the cooking sequence is finished, one of the following will happen, depending
on the way the controller was programmed at [Etype] / [sound]:
With Sound set to 0, the controller automatically switches to idle in which the controller does not maintain temperature and does not run time. [`idle] or time of
day will appear on the display. The menu key indicator light will be off.
With Sound set to 1, 2, or 3, [``end] will appear on the display and an audible tone
will be emitted. The menu key indicator light will flash rapidly. You can acknowledge the tone by pressing the active menu key or it will time out in 1 to 20 seconds
and go into idle. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
With Sound set to 4 or 5, end will appear on the display and the menu key indicator
light will flash rapidly. You must acknowledge the audible signal by pressing the
active menu key. Once acknowledged the audible signal is silenced and the controller goes into idle. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
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4. Once the controller goes into idle, the menu key indicator light and the heat outputs
will switch off. The controller will not regulate to any temperature.
5. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 2 or 3.
Pause a Menu
While cooking, you can pause cooking time by pressing the active menu key once. The
menu key indicator light will flash rapidly. [PAUSE] will appear on the display.
Countdown time will resume when you press the active menu key again.
Cancel a menu
Canceling a menu stops the controller completely. The controller does not maintain set
point temperatures or run time. You cancel a menu to run another menu, stop menu
operation for any reason, or are preparing to shut off the oven.
•Press the active menu key for 2 seconds. Heat outputs will switch off. Heat output
indicator lights will switch off. [`idLE] or time of day will be on the display.
Change Menus or Restart
With the controller in idle press the key for the menu you want to run.
Door Opening
When you open the oven door (when the oven door is open, the switch is closed and
Event Input 1 is turned on) the unit will act as described below.
During the cooking sequence: time is paused - [`door] will appear on the display. The
heat and fan output signals will shut off.
During the preheat sequence: [`door] will appear on the display. The heat and fan output signals will be shut off.
During idle, the fan output signals will be shut off.
When you close the door the unit will operate normally.
Event Outputs
While running a menu when the Configuration Mode [EtYPE] / [FAn``] is set to
[````2] :
When Low fan speed is on, Event Output 1 is on.
When High fan speed is on, Event Output 2 is on.
While running a menu when the Configuration Mode [EtYPE] / [FAn``] is set to
[````1] :When the fan is on, Event Output 1 is on.
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WARNING: Starting or initiating a menu can cause or initiate fan motion. Appropriate reasonable care should be
taken to prevent personal injury or machine damage as a result of operator initiated or unexpected fan motion.
Temperature Alarms
The controller will alert you to temperature alarm conditions if they occur. If an alarm
occurs, take action as determined by your supervisor. See the Appendix in the Hardware& Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart and a summary of temperature
alarms.
Application 7 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 9
Errors
The controller will alert you to errors if they occur. Errors are critical problems that
shut down the unit. If an error occurs, an error message will appear on the display. You
should switch off the power and call for service.
See the Appendix in the Hardware & Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart
and a summary of errors.
Application 8 allows you to program as many as fifteen menus to control one temperature channel, a fan and cooking time for an automatic convection oven.
Overview of Key Steps
1. Install the MINICHEF 2000.
2. Wire the controller.
3. Configure the controller.
4. Program the menus.
5. Set the controller security.
6. Set the Real-time Clock.
For instructions on Steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
7. Design, manufacture and apply faceplate overlay for end-users. (For a suggested
design to suit this application, see this section. For overlay dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.)
8. Operate the controller. (See this application guide.)
Key Functions in Configuration Mode
Heat
1
2
4
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
Input 1 Oven Temperature→
Input 2 not used →
Event Input 1 DoorOpen →
Event Input 2 not used →
→Output 1 Heat
→Output 2 not used
→Event Output 1 Fan Low
→Event Output 2 Fan High
→Output 5 Audible Alarm
Display five-digit, sevensegment numeric LED
display.
Indicator lights
(1 for each key, 2 for heat
channels).
Edit key (A) Access the
next level of parameters or
values.
Enter key (B) Enter the
value and return to
previous level.
Home key (D) Move to
Operation Mode with a
two-second key press.
Up key (C) Move up the
lists.
Escape key (E) Return to
original value when editing
a parameter value.
Down key (F) Move down
the lists.
Key Functions in Operation Mode
Summary of Input/Output Functions
Note: For details, see wiring instructions in the
12 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 8
Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
Configuration Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Configuration Mode for
this application. You must select Application 8 to access them. For directions, see the
Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes an explanation
of all parameters and values.
FunctionParameterValueYour Settings
{Etype} Equipment-Type [appl`] Application Number 1 - 28 8
[a_Loc] Application Number
Security LockYes, No
[Sound] Audible Alarm0 - 5
[FAn``] Fan Speed1 spd, 2 spd
[delay] Fan Delay Time0 - 120
[SEtUP] Setup [`Ç_Ï`] Temperature Display Format°C or °F
[time] Time Display FormatMMM:SS, HH:MM, H:MM:SS
(H=Hours, M=Minutes, S=Seconds)
[Chirp] Key ChirpOn, Off
[loc``] Menu Security LockYes, No
[tc```] Thermocouple TypeJ, K (shown as [````H]), E
[rtd``] RTD CurveDIN, JIS
[tconp] WatCurveTMTemperature On, Off
Compensation
[Ofst1] Temperature Offset, Channel 1 -99 to 99°F (-55 to 55°C)
[tr`lo] Temperature Range Low0ºF (-18ºC) for RTD inputs
32ºF (0ºC) for tc inputs.to [tr`Hi]
[tr`Hi] Temperature Range High[tr`lo] to 1200°F (649°C)
[ready] Preheat Ready FeatureYes, No
[rband] Ready Band1 to 1200°F (649°C)
[Cloc`] Real Time Clock DisplayYes, No
[plOSS] Power Loss Menu ResumeYes, No
[al``1] Alarms for channel 1None, Dev, Proc, Both
[aL`P1] Absolute Process Alarm 1100 to 1200°F (38 to 649°C)
[aLdL1] Low Deviation Alarm 1-999 to 0°F (-555 to 0°C)
[aLdH1] High Deviation Alarm 10 to 999°F (0 to 555°C)
[tHErl] Thermal[tyPE`] Temperature Control TypePID, On-Off
[HYSt1] Hysteresis 11 to 99°F (1 to 55°C)
[Pid`U] PID UnitsSI, US
[tune1] Auto-tuning 1on, OFF
[ProP1] Proportional Band 11 to 999°F (1 to 555°C)
[rSEt1] Reset (integral) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 repeats/minute
[int`1] Integral Gain 10.00 to 99.99 minutes/repeat
[rAtE1] Rate (derivative) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[dEr`1] Derivative Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[CYcL1] PID Cycle Time 11 to 60 seconds
[`diag] WatHelp Used for equipment troubleshooting and testing. Not used when programming. See the Hardware
Diagnostics& Software Setup Guide.
Application 8 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 13
Program Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Program Mode for this
application. You must select Application 8 to access them. For menu programming directions, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes a
detailed explanation of all parameters and values.
FunctionParameterValueYour Settings
[M`__] Menu Numbers 1-15[Stpt1] Set point 1Temperature range
Temperature of set point 1.low to range high.
[Tine1] Time 1Setting Time 1, Time 2, Time 3
Run time of set point 1.and Time 4 to zero invalidates
selected menu.
Format varies based
on configuration.
[fan`1] Fan 1 SpeedSingle Speed: On, Off
Speed of fan during time 1.Two Speed: Off, Low, Hi
[Stpt2] Set point 2Temperature range
Temperature of set point 2.low to range high.
[Tine2] Time 2Setting Time 1, Time 2, Time 3
Run time of set point 2.and Time 4 to zero invalidates
selected menu.
Format varies based
on configuration.
[fan`2] Fan 2Single Speed: On, Off
Speed of fan during time 2.Two Speed: Off, Low, Hi
[Stpt3] Set point 3Temperature range
Temperature of set point 3.low to range high.
[Tine3] Time 3Setting Time 1, Time 2, Time 3
Run time of set point 3.and Time 4 to zero invalidates
[fan`3] Fan 3Single Speed: On, Off
Speed of fan during time 3.Two Speed: Off, Low, Hi
[Stpt4] Set point 4Temperature range
Temperature of set point 4.low to range high.
[Tine4] Time 4Setting Time 1, Time 2, Time 3
Run time of set point 4.and Time 4 to zero invalidates
[fan`4] Fan 4Single Speed: On, Off
Speed of fan during time 4.Two Speed: Off, Low, Hi
Auto-tuning Note:
Before auto-tuning Application 8, the Set Point 1 of Menu 1 must first be set to a value
that is typical of your application. (See the Hardware & Software Setup Guide for information on programming menus.) Then set [tHerl] / [tunE1] to [```on]. After you
accept [```on], by pressing “Enter,” the controller will display [`tunE] while autotuning is taking place.
The controller will cancel the auto-tuning process if it cannot be completed in 80 minutes. You can cancel the auto-tuning process at any time by pressing either key C or key
D and accepting [``Off], by pressing “Enter,” when it appears.
selected menu.selected menu.
Format varies based
on configuration.
selected menu.selected menu.
Format varies based
on configuration.
14 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 8
Step 7 Design a Faceplate Overlay
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Heat
1
2
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
4
Menu
Select
To complete the installation, you must apply a graphic membrane to the front panel of
the controller. The following artwork will help you design and create a membrane for
this application. For more dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & SoftwareSetup Guide.
Suggested End-user Overlay:
This Prototyping and Training Membrane Overlay will help you with the configuration and programming steps. To order it, see the Ordering Information
at the back of this guide.
Application 8 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 15
Step 8 Operate the Controller
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[````1]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[````9]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
Summary of Key Functions in Operation Mode
KeyFunction
ANot Used
BNot Used
CMenu Increment
DMenu Select
EStart/Stop
FMenu Decrement
Start-up
Apply power to the oven.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
If the Real Time Clock Display option is installed and [setUp] / [time] is pro-
grammed, the time of day will appear on the display.
Select a Menu
1. Press the Menu Select Key
The controller will display the currently selected menu. If no menus have been programmed the word [`nonE] will appear on the display.
2. Press the Up or Down key until the menu you want appears on the display.
The controller will only display valid menus (those for which the total of Time1,
Time 2, Time 3 and Time 4 for the menu is set to greater than 0).
3. Press the Menu Select key or press the Start/Stop key.
If you press the Menu/Select key, [`idle] appears on the display and the menu
you have chosen becomes the current menu for controller operation.
If you press the Start/Stop key the menu will start (see the “Run a Menu” instructions elsewhere in this section)
Preheat
If the [Ready] parameter under the [SEtUP] function in the Configuration Mode is
set to yes, the controller will detect temperatures and preheat to operating temperature
16 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 8
(above the relative set point minus the ready band) as required.
•Activate the menu by pressing the Start/Stop key.
•If the oven is not at operating temperature, it will preheat. Meanwhile:
The word [pre-`] [`Heat] will appear on the display for a few moments. The
Start/Stop key indicator light will flash slowly. The temperature of Channel 1 will
be displayed until the operating temperature is reached.
The heat output indicator light - G, just below the display- will light up whenever
the controller is calling for heat.
When the oven is at operating temperature (above the relative set point minus the
ready band) [ready] will appear on the display and the Start/Stop key indicator
light will flash rapidly. You are now ready to cook with the active menu.
•If the oven is at operating temperature, the display goes directly to [ready] without indicating preheat or temperature.
Note: You can skip preheat and go directly to the cooking sequence by pressing the Start/Stop key a second time.
Run a Menu (when preheat feature is active)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is active
- that is, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the Configuration
mode is set to [~`yes].
1. Select a menu as shown earlier.
2. With [`idle], time of day or a menu number on the display, press the Start/Stop
key.
If the preheat condition has not been met, the oven will preheat until [ready]
appears on the display.
Note: You can skip preheat and go directly to the cooking sequence by pressing the Start/Stop key a second time.
If the oven is already at operating temperature [ready] will appear on the display.
3. With [ready] on the display, place the food in the oven. Then press the Start/Stop
key (indicated by the rapidly flashing indicator light).
The Start/Stop key indicator will light up. Time will count down on the display.
The unit will run the following four-step cooking sequence:
Countdown time is displayed. It is the total of the programmed Time 1 plus Time 2
plus Time 3 plus Time 4.
Set point 1 and Fan 1 will run until Time 1 expires.
Set point 2 and Fan 2 will run until Time 2 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 1 to Time 2.
Set point 3 and Fan 3 will run until Time 3 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 2 to Time 3.
Set point 4 and Fan 4 will run until Time 4 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 3 to Time 4.
4. When the cooking sequence is finished, one of the following will happen, depending
on the way the controller was programmed at [Etype] / [sound]:
Application 8 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 17
With Sound set to 0, the controller automatically switches to idle in which the controller does not maintain temperature and does not run time. [`idle] or current
time will appear on the display. The Start/Stop key indicator light will be off.
With Sound set to 1, 2, or 3, [``end] will appear on the display and an audible
tone will be emitted. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash rapidly. You can
acknowledge the tone by pressing the Start/Stop key or it will time out in 1 to 20
seconds and go into idle. The Start/Stop key indicator light will be off.
With Sound set to 4 or 5, [``end] will appear on the display and the Start/Stop
key indicator light will flash rapidly. You must acknowledge the audible signal by
pressing the Start/Stop key. Once acknowledged the audible signal is silenced and
the controller goes into idle. The Start/Stop key indicator light will be off.
5. Once the controller goes into idle, the Start/Stop key indicator light and the heat
outputs will switch off. The controller will not regulate to any temperature.
6. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 3 or 4.
Run a Menu (when preheat feature is not active)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is inactive - in other words, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the
Configuration mode is set to [```no].
1. Select a menu as shown earlier.
2. With [`idle], time of day or a menu number on the display, place the food in the
oven.
3. Press the Start/Stop key.
The Start/Stop key indicator will light up. Time will count down on the display.
The unit will run the following four-step cooking sequence:
Countdown time is displayed. It is the total of the programmed Time 1 plus Time 2
plus Time 3 plus Time 4.
Set point 1 and Fan 1 will run until Time 1 expires.
Set point 2 and Fan 2 will run until Time 2 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 1 to Time 2.
Set point 3 and Fan 3 will run until Time 3 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 2 to Time 3.
Set point 4 and Fan 4 will run until Time 4 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 3 to Time 4.
4. When the cooking sequence is finished, one of the following will happen, depending
on the way the controller was programmed at [Etype] / [sound]:
With Sound set to 0, the controller automatically switches to idle in which the controller does not maintain temperature and does not run time. [`idle] or current
time will appear on the display. The Start/Stop key indicator light will be off.
With Sound set to 1, 2, or 3, [``end] will appear on the display and an audible
tone will be emitted. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash rapidly. You can
acknowledge the tone by pressing the Start/Stop key or it will time out in 1 to 20
seconds and go into idle. The Start/Stop key indicator light will be off.
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With Sound set to 4 or 5, [``end] will appear on the display and the Start/Stop
key indicator light will flash rapidly. You must acknowledge the audible signal by
pressing the Start/Stop key. Once acknowledged the audible signal is silenced and
the controller goes into idle. The Start/Stop key indicator light will be off.
5. Once the controller goes into idle, the Start/Stop key indicator light and the heat
outputs will switch off. The controller will not regulate to any temperature.
6. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 3 or 4.
Pause a Menu
While cooking, you can pause cooking time by pressing the Start/Stop key once. The
Start/Stop key indicator light will flash rapidly. [PAUSE] will appear on the display.
Countdown time will resume when you press the active menu key again.
Cancel a menu
Canceling a menu stops the controller completely. The controller does not maintain set
point temperatures or run time. You cancel a menu to run another menu, stop menu
operation for any reason, or are preparing to shut off the oven.
•Press the Start/Stop key for 2 seconds. Heat outputs will switch off. Heat output
indicator lights will switch off. [`idLE] or time of day will be on the display.
Change Menus or Restart
With the controller in idle:
1. Select a menu as shown earlier.
2. Press the Start/Stop key.
Door Opening
When you open the oven door (when the oven door is open, the switch is closed and
Event Input 1 is turned on) the unit will act as described below.
During the cooking sequence: time is paused - [`door] will appear on the display.
The heat and fan output signals will shut off.
During the preheat sequence: [`door] will appear on the display. The heat and fan
output signals will be shut off.
When you close the door the unit will operate normally.
Event Outputs
While running a menu when the Configuration Mode [EtYPE] / [FAn``] is set to
[````2] :
When Low fan speed is on, Event Output 1 is on.
When High fan speed is on, Event Output 2 is on.
While running a menu when the Configuration Mode [EtYPE] / [FAn``] is set to
[````1] :When the fan is on, Event Output 1 is on.
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WARNING: Starting or initiating a menu can cause or initiate fan motion. Appropriate reasonable care should be
taken to prevent personal injury or machine damage as a result of operator initiated or unexpected fan motion.
Application 8 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 19
Temperature Alarms
The controller will alert you to temperature alarm conditions if they occur. If an alarm
occurs, take action as determined by your supervisor. See the Appendix in the Hardware& Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart and a summary of temperature
alarms.
Errors
The controller will alert you to errors if they occur. Errors are critical problems that
shut down the unit. If an error occurs, an error message will appear on the display. You
should switch off the power and call for service.
See the Appendix in the Hardware & Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart
and a summary of errors.
Application 9 allows you to program to control one temperature channel, a fan and cooking time for a manual convection oven.
Overview of Key Steps
1. Install the MINICHEF 2000.
2. Wire the controller.
3. Configure the controller.
4. Program the menu.
5. Set the controller security.
6. Set the Real-time Clock.
For instructions on Steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
7. Design, manufacture and apply faceplate overlay for end-users. (For a suggested
design to suit this application, see this section. For overlay dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.)
8. Operate the controller. (See this application guide.)
Application 9Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 21
Key Functions in Configuration Mode
Heat
1
Temp
2
Time
4
Fan
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
Input 1 Oven Temperature→
Input 2 not used →
Event Input 1 Door Open→
Event Input 2 not used →
→Output 1 Heat
→Output 2 not used
→Event Output 1 Fan Low
→Event Output 2 Fan High
→Output 5 Audible Alarm
Heat
1
Temp
2
Time
4
Fan
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
Time Set Time 1
Time Indicator Light
Rapid flash when editing
parameters during menu
operation.
Heat Indicator Light Lit
when heat output is on.
Increment and Basket Up
Lift basket.
Up and Down Indicator
Lights Lit when up or
down outlets are
energized.
Decrement and Basket
Down Lower basket.
Temp Set Point 1
Temperature.
Temp Indicator Light
Rapid flash when editing
parameters during menu
operation.
Start/Stop Activate or
cancel active menu.
Start/Stop Indicator Light
Full on...Preheating
Flashing...Ready or
Paused
Full on...Cooking
Off...Done.
Fan
Fan Speed Setting
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Display five-digit, sevensegment numeric LED
display.
Indicator lights
(1 for each key, 2 for heat
channels).
Edit key (A) Access the
next level of parameters or
values.
Enter key (B) Enter the
value and return to
previous level.
Home key (D) Move to
Operation Mode with a
two-second key press.
Up key (C) Move up the
lists.
Escape key (E) Return to
original value when editing
a parameter value.
Down key (F) Move down
the lists.
Key functions in Operation Mode
Summary of Input/Output Functions
Note: For details, see wiring instructions in the
22 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 9
Hardware & Software Setup Guide
.
Configuration Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Configuration Mode for
this application. You must select Application 9 to access them. For directions, see the
Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes an explanation
of all parameters and values.
FunctionParameterValueYour Settings
{Etype} Equipment-Type[appl`] Application Number 1 - 28 9
[a_Loc] Application Number
Security LockYes, No
[FAn``] Fan Speed1 spd, 2 spd
[delay] Fan Delay Time1 - 120 minutes
[SEtUP] Setup [`Ç_Ï`] Temperature Display Format°C or °F
[time] Time Display FormatMMM:SS, HH:MM, H:MM:SS
(H=Hours, M=Minutes, S=Seconds)
[Chirp] Key ChirpOn, Off
[tc```] Thermocouple TypeJ, K (shown as [````H]), E
[rtd``] RTD CurveDIN, JIS
[tconp] WatCurveTMTemperature On, Off
Compensation
[Ofst1] Temperature Offset, Channel 1 -99 to 99°F (-55 to 55°C)
[tr`lo] Temperature Range Low0ºF (-18ºC) for RTD inputs
32ºF (0ºC) for tc inputs to [tr`Hi]
[tr`Hi] Temperature Range High [tr`lo] to 1200°F (649°C)
[ready] Preheat Ready FeatureYes, No
[rband] Ready Band1° to 1200°F (649°C)
[Cloc`] Real Time Clock DisplayYes, No
[plOSS] Power Loss Menu ResumeYes, No
[al``1] Alarms for channel 1None, Dev, Proc, Both
[aL`P1] Absolute Process Alarm 1100 to 1200°F (38 to 649°C)
[aLdL1] Low Deviation Alarm 1-999 to 0°F (-555 to 0°C)
[aLdH1] High Deviation Alarm 10 to 999°F (0 to 555°C)
[tHErl] Thermal[tyPE`] Temperature Control TypePID, On-Off
[HYSt1] Hysteresis 11° to 99°F (1° to 55°C)
[Pid`U] PID UnitsSI, US
[tune1] Auto-tuning 1on, OFF
[ProP1] Proportional Band 11 to 999°F (1 to 555°C)
[rSEt1] Reset (integral) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 repeats/minute
[int`1] Integral Gain 10.00 to 99.99 minutes/repeat
[rAtE1] Rate (derivative) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[dEr`1] Derivative Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[CYcL1] PID Cycle Time 11 to 60 seconds
[`diag] WatHelp Used for equipment troubleshooting and testing. Not used when programming. See the Hardware
Diagnostics& Software Setup Guide.
Application 9Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 23
Auto-tuning Note:
Before auto-tuning Application 9, [teNp1] in the operations menu must first be set to a
value that is typical of your application. (See Hardware & Software Setup Guide for
information.) Then set [tHerl] / [tunE1] to [```on]. After you accept [```on], by
pressing “Enter,” the controller will display [`tunE] while auto-tuning is taking place.
The controller will cancel the auto-tuning process if it cannot be completed in 80 minutes. You can cancel the auto-tuning process at any time by pressing either key C or key
D and accepting [``Off], by pressing “Enter,” when it appears.
24 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 9
Step 7 Design a Faceplate Overlay
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Heat
1
Temp
2
Time
4
Fan
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
To complete the installation, you must apply a graphic membrane to the front panel of
the controller. The following artwork will help you design and create a membrane for
this application. For more dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & SoftwareSetup Guide.
Suggested End-user Overlay:
This Prototyping and Training Membrane Overlay will help you with the configuration and programming steps. To order it, see the Ordering Information
at the back of this guide.
Apply power to the oven.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
If the Real Time Clock option is installed and [setUp] / [time] is programmed, the
time of day will appear on the display.
Set the Menu
Depending on the way the controller was programmed at [Etype] / [Steps] you can
set the menu to run in one step or two.
[Etype] / [Steps] is set to [````1]: Single Step Menu
[Etype] / [Steps] is set to [````2]: Two Step Menu
Single Step Menu
The single step menu consists of one cooking temperature, one cooking time and one fan
setting.
Set the cooking temperatures.
1. Press the Cook Temp key.
[TENP1] and then the cooking temperature value will appear on the display.
2. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
3. Press the Cook Temp key again.
The cooking temperature has been set.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
Set the cooking time:
1. Press the Cook Time key.
[tinE1] and then the cooking time value will appear on the display.
2. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
3. Press the Cook Time key again.
The Cooking Time has been set.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
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Set the Fan
1. Press the Fan Settings key.
[`FAn1] and then the fan setting value will appear on the display.
2. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
3. Press the Fan Settings key again.
The Fan value has been set.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
The menu you have set becomes the current menu for controller operation.
Five Second Timeout
When using the up or down keys to change a value, if you do not press any key for 5
seconds, the controller will automatically be set to the last value on the display and
return to [`idle].
Two Step Menu
The two step menu consists of two cooking temperatures, two cooking times and one fan
setting.
Set the two cooking temperatures.
1. Press the Cook Temp key.
[tENP1] and then the first cooking temperature value will appear on the display.
2. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
3. Press the Cook Temp key again.
The first cooking temperature has been set.
[tENP2] and then the second cooking temperature value will appear on the display.
4. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
5. Press the Cook Temp key again.
The second cooking temperature has been set.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
Set the two cooking times.
1. Press the Cook Time key.
[tinE1] and then the first cooking time value will appear on the display.
2. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
3. Press the Cook Time key again.
The first cooking time has been set.
[tinE2] and then the second cooking time value will appear on the display.
4. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
5. Press the Cook Time key again.
The second cooking time has been set
[`idle] will appear on the display.
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Set the Fan
1. Press the Fan Settings key.
[~FAn1] and then the first fan setting value will appear on the display.
2. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
3. Press the Fan Settings key again.
The first fan value has been set.
[~FAn2] and then the second fan setting value will appear on the display.
4. Press the Up or Down key until the value you want appears on the display.
5. Press the Fan Settings key again.
The second fan value has been set
[`idle] will appear on the display.
The menu you have set becomes the current menu for controller operation.
Five Second Timeout
When using the up or down keys to change a value, if you do not press any key for 5
seconds, the controller will automatically be set to the last value on the display and
return to [`idle].
Preheat
If the Ready parameter under the [SEtUP] function in the Configuration Mode is set to
yes, when you press the Start/Stop key to activate the menu, the controller will detect
temperatures and preheat to operating temperature (above relative set point minus the
ready band) as required.
•If the oven is not at operating temperature, it will preheat. Meanwhile:
The word [pre-`] [`Heat] will appear on the display for a few moments. The
Start/Stop key indicator light will flash slowly. The temperature of Channel 1 will
be displayed until the operating temperature is reached.
The heat output indicator light - G, just below the display- will light up whenever
the controller is calling for heat.
When the oven is at operating temperature (above relative set point minus the
ready band) [ready] will appear on the display and the Start/Stop key indicator
light will flash rapidly. You are now ready to cook with the active menu.
•If the oven is at operating temperature, the display goes directly to [ready] without indicating preheat or temperature.
Note: You can skip preheat and go directly to the cooking sequence by pressing the Start/Stop key a second time.
Run a Menu (when preheat feature is active)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is active
- that is, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the Configuration
mode is set to [``yes].
1. Set the menu as shown earlier.
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2. With [`idle] or time of day on the display, press the Start/Stop key.
If the preheat condition has not been met, the oven will preheat until [ready]
appears on the display.
Note: You can skip preheat and go directly to the cooking sequence by pressing the Start/Stop key a second time.
If the oven is already at operating temperature [ready] will appear on the display.
3. With [ready] on the display, place the food in the oven. Then press the Start/Stop
key (indicated by the rapidly flashing indicator light).
The Start/Stop key indicator will light up. Time will count down on the display.
Depending on the way the controller was programmed at [Etype] / [Steps] the
menu will run in one step or two.
One Step
Countdown time is displayed. Set point 1 and Fan 1 will run until Time 1 expires.
Two Step
Countdown time is displayed. It is the total of the programmed Time 1 plus Time 2.
Set point 1 and Fan 1 will run until Time 1 expires.
Set point 2 and Fan 2 will run until Time 2 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 1 to Time 2.
4. When the cooking sequence is finished, [``end] will appear on the display and an
audible tone will sound for two seconds. The controller will then go into idle.
5. Once the controller goes into idle, the Start/Stop indicator light will switch off.
6. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 4.
Run a Menu (when preheat feature is not active)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is inactive - in other words, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the
Configuration mode is set to [```no].
1. Set the menu as shown earlier.
2. With idle on the display, place the food in the oven.
3. Press the Start/Stop key.
The Start/Stop key indicator will light up. Time will count down on the display.
Depending on the way the controller was programmed at [Etype] / [Steps] the
menu will run in one step or two.
One Step
Countdown time is displayed. Set point 1 and Fan 1 will run until Time 1 expires.
Two Step
Countdown time is displayed. It is the total of the programmed Time 1 plus Time 2.
Set point 1 and Fan 1 will run until Time 1 expires.
Set point 2 and Fan 2 will run until Time 2 expires. You will not see the switch-over
from Time 1 to Time 2.
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4. When the cooking sequence is finished, [``end] will appear on the display and an
audible tone will sound for two seconds. The controller will then go into idle.
5. Once the controller goes into idle, the Start/Stop indicator light will switch off.
6. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 4.
View Actual Oven Temperature
While cooking you can view the actual oven temperature by pressing and holding the
Cook Temp key for three seconds.
Adjust a Menu While Cooking
You can adjust the temperature and time settings during the cooking sequence by performing the actions shown under “Set the menu” earlier in this section.
Changes can be made to temperature and time only during the portion of the cooking
sequence in which they are active. For example: a change to the first cooking temperature [tENP1] can be made only when the first cooking temperature is being run during
the cooking sequence.
Temperature changes made while cooking are saved and become part of the permanent
menu. Time changes are not saved and do not become part of the permanent menu.
Pause a Menu
While cooking, you can pause cooking time by pressing the Start/Stop key once. The
Start/Stop key indicator light will flash rapidly. [PAUSE] will appear on the display. To
resume, press the Start/Stop key again.
Cancel a Menu
Canceling a menu stops the controller completely. The controller does not maintain set
point temperatures or run time. You cancel a menu to change the menu, stop menu
operation for any reason, or are preparing to shut off the oven.
•Press the Start/Stop key for 2 seconds. Heat outputs will switch off. Heat output
indidicator lights will switch off. [`idLE] or time of day will be on the display.
Change Menu or Restart
With the controller in idle:
1. Set a menu as shown earlier.
2. Press the Start/Stop key.
Door Opening
When you open the oven door (when the oven door is open, the switch is closed and
Event Input 1 is turned on) the unit will act as described below.
During the cooking sequence: time is paused - [`door] will appear on the display.
The heat and fan output signals will shut off.
During the preheat sequence: [`door] will appear on the display. The heat and fan
output signals will be shut off.
During idle, the fan output signals will be shut off.
When you close the door the unit will operate normally.
30 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 9
Event Outputs
While running a menu when the Configuration Mode [EtYPE] / [FAn``] is set to
[````2] :
When Low fan speed is on, Event Output 1 is on.
When High fan speed is on, Event Output 2 is on.
While running a menu when the Configuration Mode [EtYPE] / [FAn``] is set to
[````1] :When the fan is on, Event Output 1 is on.
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WARNING: Starting or initiating a menu can cause or initiate fan motion. Appropriate reasonable care should be
taken to prevent personal injury or machine damage as a result of operator initiated or unexpected fan motion.
Temperature Alarms
The controller will alert you to temperature alarm conditions if they occur. If an alarm
occurs, take action as determined by your supervisor. See the Appendix in the Hardware& Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart and a summary of temperature
alarms.
Errors
The controller will alert you to errors if they occur. Errors are critical problems that
shut down the unit. If an error occurs, an error message will appear on the display. You
should switch off the power and call for service.
See the Appendix in the Hardware & Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart
and a summary of errors.
Application 9Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 31
Specifications (1032)
Control Mode
• Single and dual heat channels, PID or on/off.
• Microprocessor-based, programmable, reverse-acting
control outputs.
• AGA: UL tested to AGAstandard Z21.23, UL File
#E43684.
• UL and C-UL recognized, UL 197, 873, 991 and CSA
standard C22.2-24, File # E43684.
Operator Interface
• Membrane overlay, contamination and water resistant,
(supplied by customer).
• LED display, 5-digit, 0.56 in high, red.
• Displays times, temperatures, user prompts and
diagnostic codes.
• User-selectable time and temperature display formats.
• Temperature display formats
—˚F or ˚C.
• Time display formats—H:MM:SS, HH:MM, or MMM:SS.
• 8 discrete indicator LEDs, red.
• 6 tactile feedback keys.
• Menu-driven operation and manual modes available.
• WatHelp diagnostics.
• Real-time clock option displays time of day.
Accuracy
• Calibration accuracy and sensor conformity
for Type J thermocouple and RTD, ± 0.35% of span for
Type K and E thermocouples, ±1 LSD, 77°F ± 5°F
ambient and rated line voltage of ±10%.
• Accuracy span: 1000°F (540°C) minimum.
• Temperature stability: ± 0.15˚F/˚F (0.15˚C/˚C) change
in ambient typical.
Sensors/Inputs
• Contact inputs, TTL compatible with internal pull-up
resistor, two available.
• Thermocouple,
3
software selectable Type J, K or E,
32 to 1200°F. (Dual-channel applications require at
least one ungrounded thermocouple).
3
•RTD,
2- or 3-wire, platinum, 100, 500, 1000Ω, at 0°C,
software selectable DIN or JIS curves, 0 to 1200°F
(3-wire will function as 2-wire).
• Input A/D resolution: 15 bit.
Output Options
• Solid-state relay, 0.4A, with or without contact suppression.
• Switched dc signal, 4.5V to 5.25V, 30mA maximum
output, minimum load resistance > 150Ω, non-isolated.
1
2
: ± 2.0°F
Audible Output Options
• Switched dc signal, 4.5V to 5.25V, 30mA maximum
output, minimum load resistance > 150Ω, non-isolated.
• Internal audible alarm, 75dB at 10 cm.
Connectors
• Sensor Input Terminal Strip
quick-connect.
• Power Supply & Input /Output Terminal
4
: RIACON, 6-position,
4
: AMP,
15-position, quick-connect.
Power/Line Voltage
• 20.4 to 26.4VÅ (ac), 47 to 63Hz.
• 15VA maximum.
• For CE applications, input power must be limited to
15W external to the control.
• Program retention upon power failure via non-volatile
memory.
• Battery /real-time clock option: 6-year lithium battery,
provides power backup upon power failure, operation
resumption after power recovery, ability to display time
of day.
Operating Environment
• 32 to 176°F (0 to 80°C), 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing.
Storage Temperature
• -40 to 176°F (-40 to 80°C).
Mechanical
• Case: polycarbonate Lexan with adjustable mounting
collar (vertical or horizontal orientation), designed for
mounting on 16-, 18-, 20- and 22-gauge panels.
• Internal panel mounting requires a specified panel
cutout and four #6-32 studs or equivalent.
• Overall width x height x depth: horizontal - 4.13 in x
3.25 in x 2.00 in; vertical - 3.25 in x 4.13 in x 2.00 in
(Assumes mating connectors are attached. Does not
include wire bundle space requirements.).
• Vibration: 2g, 10 to 150Hz, applied in any one of three
axes.
• Weight: 6.50oz maximum.
Program Storage
• All non-embedded user and factory programs are
stored in non-volatile memory. Can be changed by
reprogramming.
Sample/Update Rates
• 1 input: 4Hz.
• 2 inputs: 4Hz.
• PID: 1Hz.
• Control outputs: 100Hz.
• Display: 10Hz.
1
The MINICHEF 2000 controller is to be used in systems with an
external high temperature limiting device.
2
Thermocouple lead resistance of 200Ω causes < 1°C error. RTD, 22
gauge wire will not contribute more than 0.086°F error /ft.
3
Dual channel applications require either two thermocouple sensors or two identical RTD sensor types.
4
For mating connector information, see Ordering Information
Accessory section.
5
Certified for thermometer accuracy (oven and hot food holding
applications from 32°F to 60°F) when used with RTD or type J thermo
couple probes.
32 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Specifications
Ordering Information
(1033)
M
INICHEF 2000™
Cooking controller with numerous food
equipment application software sets,
single and dual channel on/off or PID
temperature regulation, timer and
machine-function control, microprocessorbased, programmable, auto-tuning,
WatCurve, WatHelp diagnostics,
24V
Å
(ac) power input, agency approved,
flush mounted (membrane faceplate
supplied by customer).
Inputs
1 = Dual thermocouple, Type J, K or E
2 = Dual RTD, platinum, 100Ω, curve
selectable
3 = Dual RTD, platinum, 500Ω, curve
selectable
4 = Dual RTD, platinum, 1000Ω, curve
selectable
Note: All models include two event inputs,
switched dc logic signal, non-isolated.
Output Number 1
1 = Switched dc, 5V nominal, 30mA,
non-isolated
2 = Solid-state relay, Form A, 0.4A,
without RC suppression
3 = Solid-state relay, Form A, 0.4A,
with RC suppression
Output Number 2
1 = Switched dc, 5V nominal, 30mA,
non-isolated
2 = Solid-state relay, Form A, 0.4A,
without RC suppression
3 = Solid-state relay, Form A, 0.4A,
with RC suppression
Event Outputs 1 and 2
1 = 2 event outputs, switched dc, 5V nominal,
30mA, non-isolated
Battery and Real-time Clock
0 = None
1 = Includes battery and real-time clock
Audible Alarm
0 = Alarm signal available at connector,
switched dc, 5V nominal, 30mA, non-isolated
1 = Internal alarm included
Software
AA = Standard Food Equipment Application
Software Set
XX =
Custom Set-up parameters or Made-To-Order
custom
Sales Engineer. Code number assigned by factory.
software. Consult your local Watlow
F 2 H A - _ _ _ 1 - _ _ AA
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Ordering Information: Part Numbers & Accessories
MINICHEF 2000 Accessories
0836-0442-0000Sensor Input Mating Connector,
(RIACON #31007106), 6-position,
quick-connect terminal, screw
connection for 28-14 AWG wires,
tighten to 7in/lb
Disk
Setup Guide
Application Guide
Application Guide
Guide
Guide
Application Guide
M
INICHEF
M
INICHEF
2000 Tutorial
AMP, Inc.•
Harrisburg, PA
1-800-522-6752
RIA Electronic, Inc.
Eatontown, NJ
(908) 389-1300
Prototyping EPROM Extraction
Tool
Part No. 821980-1
•
Pin Crimping Hand Tools
Part No. 90325-1 or 58514-1
•
Pin Extraction Hand Tool
Part No. 455822-2
•
RIACON Connectors
34 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Ordering Information
Watlow Controls
Watlow Controls is a division of Watlow Electric Mfg. Co., St. Louis, Missouri, a manufacturer of industrial electric heating products since 1922. Watlow begins with a full set
of specifications and completes an industrial product that is manufactured totally inhouse, in the U.S.A. Watlow products include electric heaters, sensors, controls and
switching devices. The Winona operation has been designing solid state electronic control
devices since 1962, and has earned the reputation as an excellent supplier to original
equipment manufacturers. These OEMs depend upon Watlow Controls to provide compatibly engineered controls that they can incorporate into their products with confidence.
Watlow Controls resides in a 100,000-square-foot marketing, engineering and manufacturing facility in Winona, Minnesota.
Technical Assistance
If you encounter a problem with your Watlow controller, refer to the Troubleshooting
Chart in this guide. Also review all of your configuration information for each step of the
setup to verify that your selections are consistent with your applications.
If the problem persists after checking all the steps, you can get technical assistance by
calling Watlow Controls at (507) 454-5300, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST, and asking
for an applications engineer. When you call have the following information on hand: the
controller’s part number, date code, serial number, software revision number, and application number. Much of this information is available on the controller case. All of this
information is also available via the MINICHEF 2000 main display by accessing the
WatHelp Diagnostics Function under [`diag] in the Configuration Mode.
We Value Your Feedback
Your comments and suggestions on this manual are welcome. Please send them to,
Technical Writer, Watlow Controls, 1241 Bundy Blvd., P.O. Box 5580, Winona, MN
55987-5580 or call (507) 454-5300 or fax (507) 452-4507.
Contact
•Phone: (507) 454-5300.
•Fax: (507) 452-4507.
•For technical support, ask for an Applications Engineer.
•To place an order, ask for Customer Service.
•To discuss a custom option, ask for the MINICHEF 2000 Product Manager.
Warranty
The MINICHEF 2000 is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for
36 months after delivery to the first purchaser for use, providing that the unit has not
been misapplied. Since Watlow has no control over its use, or misuse, we cannot guarantee against failure. Watlow's obligations hereunder, at Watlow's option, are limited to
replacement or refund of purchase price of a unit which upon examination proves to be
defective within the warranty period. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting
from transportation, alteration, misuse, or abuse.
Returns
•Call or fax Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number
before returning a control.
•Put the RMA number on the shipping label, and also on a description of the problem.
•20% of net price restocking charge applies to all standard units returned to stock.
Note: All documentation of the MINICHEF 2000 is subject to change without notice.