Binder AB 01 User manual

Issue 01/2009 Art. No. 7001-0133
Operating Manual
Alarm Box AB 01
BINDER GmbH
Address Post office box 102
D-78502 Tuttlingen
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Internet http://www.binder-world.com
E-mail [email protected]
Service Hotline [phone]
Service Fax [phone]
Service E-Mail [email protected]
Service Hotline USA [phone] or [phone]
Service Hotline Spain [phone]
Service Hotline Asia Pacific [phone] or [phone]
Service Hotline Russia and CIS [phone]

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EG – KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
EC - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
CE - DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
Anbieter / Supplier / Fournisseur: BINDER GmbH
Anschrift / Address / Adresse: Im Mittleren Ösch 5, D-78532 Tuttlingen
Produkt / Product / Produit: Alarmbox - Alarmgerät
Alarm Box – alarm device
Boîte d’alarme – dispositif d’alarme
Typenbezeichnung / Type / Type: AB 01
Das oben beschriebene Produkt ist konform mit folgenden EG-Richtlinien:
The product described above is in conformity with the following EC guidelines:
Le produit décrit ci-dessus est conforme aux directives CE suivantes:
Niederspannungsrichtlinie
2006/95/EG
Low voltage directive
2006/95/EC
Directive basse tension
2006/95/CE
Richtlinie 2006/95/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates
vom 12. Dezember 2006 zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der
Mitgliedstaaten betreffend elektrische Betriebsmittel zur Verwendung
innerhalb bestimmter Spannungsgrenzen
Council Directive 2006/95/EC of 12 December 2006 on the
harmonization of the laws of Member States relating to electrical
equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
Directive 2006/95/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du 12
décembre 2006 concernant le rapprochement des législations des États
membres relatives au matériel électrique destiné à être employé dans
certaines limites de tension
EMV-Richtlinie
2004/108/EG
EMC Directive
2004/108/EC
Directive CEM
2004/108/CE
Richtlinie 2004/108/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates
vom 15. Dezember 2004 zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der
Mitgliedstaaten über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit und zur
Aufhebung der Richtlinie 89/336/EWG.
Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
of 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of the Member
States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and repealing Directive
98/336/EEC.
Directive 2004/108/CE du Parlement Européen et du Conseil du 15
décembre 2004 relative au rapprochement des législations des États
membres concernant la compatibilité électromagnétique et abrogeant le
directive 98/336/CEE.
Das oben beschriebene Produkt trägt entsprechend die Kennzeichnung CE.
The product described above, corresponding to this, bears the CE-mark.
Le produit décrit ci-dessus, en correspondance, porte l’indication CE.
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Das oben beschriebene Produkt ist konform mit folgenden harmonisierten Normen:
The product described above is in conformity with the following harmonized standards:
Le produit décrit ci-dessus est conforme aux normes harmonisées suivantes:
Sicherheit / safety / sécurité:
EN 61010-1:2001 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de
régulation et de laboratoire – Partie 1 : Prescriptions générales
EN 61010-2-010:2003 Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Meß-, Steuer-, Regel- und
Laborgeräte – Teil 2-010: Besondere Anforderungen an Laborgeräte für
das Erhitzen von Stoffen
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use – Part 2-010: Particular requirements for laboratory
equipment for the heating of materials
Règles de sécurité pour appareils électriques de mesurage, de
régulation et de laboratoire. Partie 2-010 : Prescriptions particulières
pour appareils de laboratoire utilisés pour l’échauffement des matières
EMV / EMC / CEM:
EN 61326-1:2006 + Corr. 2008 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte – EMV-
Anforderungen. Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen.
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements. Part 1: General requirements.
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire –
Exigences relatives à la CEM. Partie 1: Exigences générales.
EN 61326-2-2:2006 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte – EMV-
Anforderungen. Teil 2-2: Besondere Anforderungen - Prüfanordnung,
Betriebsbedingungen und Leistungsmerkmale für ortsveränderliche
Prüf-, Mess- und Überwachungsgeräte in Niederspannungs-
Stromversorgungsnetzen.
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements. Part 2-2: Particular requirements - Test
configurations, operational conditions and performance criteria for
portable test, measuring and monitoring equipment used in low-voltage
distribution systems.
Matériel électrique de mesure, de commande et de laboratoire –
Exigences relatives à la CEM. Partie 2-2: Exigences particulières -
Configurations d’essai, conditions de fonctionnement et critères
d’aptitude à la fonction des matériels portatifs d’essai, de mesure et de
surveillance utilisés dans des systèmes de distribution basse tension.
D-78532 Tuttlingen, 12.01.2009
BINDER GmbH
P. M. Binder
Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter
Managing Director
Directeur général
V. Siegle
Leiter F & E
Head of R & D
Chef de service R&D
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Content
1. SAFETY..................................................................................................................5
1.1 Legal considerations...........................................................................................................................5
1.2 Structure of the safety instructions......................................................................................................5
1.2.1 Signal word panel .....................................................................................................................5
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol ...................................................................................................................6
1.2.3 Pictograms................................................................................................................................6
1.2.4 Word message panel structure.................................................................................................7
1.3 Type plate ...........................................................................................................................................7
1.4 General safety instructions on installing and operating the Alarm Box AB 01 ..................................8
1.5 Intended use .......................................................................................................................................8
2. UNIT DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................9
2.1 Equipment overview............................................................................................................................9
2.2 Alarm output......................................................................................................................................10
2.3 Interface RS 422...............................................................................................................................10
3. SCOPE OF DELIVERY, TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND INSTALLATION11
3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and scope of delivery.............................................................11
3.2 Storage..............................................................................................................................................11
3.3 Location of installation and ambient conditions................................................................................11
4. INSTALLATION OF THE EQUIPMENT ...............................................................12
4.1 Electrical connection.........................................................................................................................12
4.2 Connection to the communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem.............................13
5. START UP............................................................................................................14
5.1 Settings at the Alarm Box AB 01.......................................................................................................14
5.2 Settings in APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem.................................................................................14
5.2.1 Setting the tolerance limits in the APT-COM™ 3 measurement window...............................14
5.2.2 Connection of the Alarm Box AB 01 when operating APT-COM™ 3 and the Watch Tool
on the same computer............................................................................................................14
5.2.3 Connection of the Alarm Box AB 01 when operating APT-COM™ 3 and the Watch Tool
on different computers............................................................................................................15
6. ALARM.................................................................................................................17
6.1 Alarm course in the Watch Tool (APT-COM™ 3).............................................................................17
6.2 Alarm at the Alarm Box AB 01 ..........................................................................................................18
7. MANUAL ALARM RESET....................................................................................18
7.1 Alarm reset in the Watch Tool...........................................................................................................18
8. CLEANING, AND SERVICE.................................................................................19
8.1 Cleaning............................................................................................................................................19
8.2 Service ..............................................................................................................................................19
9. DISPOSAL............................................................................................................20
9.1 Disposal of the transport packing .....................................................................................................20
9.2 Decommissioning..............................................................................................................................20
9.3 Disposal of the unit in the Federal Republic of Germany .................................................................21
9.4 Disposal of the unit in the member states of the EC except for the Federal Republic of Germany.22
9.5 Disposal of the unit in non-member states of the EC .......................................................................23
10. TECHNICAL DATA ..............................................................................................23
11. CONTAMINATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE ...............................................24

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Dear customer,
For the correct operation of the Alarm Box AB 01, it is imperative that you read this operating manual
completely and carefully and observe the given instructions.
1. Safety
This operating manual is part of the scope of delivery. Always keep it at hand.
To avoid injuries and damage observe the safety instructions of the operating manual.
WARNING
Failure to observe the safety instructions.
Serious injuries and unit damage.
¾Observe the safety instructions in this operating manual
¾Carefully read the complete operating instructions of the Alarm Box AB 01.
1.1 Legal considerations
This operating manual contains information necessary for the intended use, correct installation, start-up
and operation, and for the maintenance of the unit.
Understanding and observing the instructions in this operating manual are prerequisites for hazard-free
use and safety during operation and maintenance.
This operating manual cannot cover all conceivable applications. If you would like additional information,
or if special problems arise that you feel are not sufficiently addressed in this manual, please ask your
dealer or contact us directly.
Furthermore, we emphasize that the contents of this operating manual are not part of an earlier or
existing agreement, promise, or legal relationship, nor do they modify such a relationship. All obligations
on the part of BINDER derive from the respective purchase contract, which also contains the entire and
exclusively valid statement of warranty administration. The statements in this manual neither augment nor
restrict the contractual warranty provisions.
1.2 Structure of the safety instructions
In this operating manual, the following harmonized denominations and symbols indicate dangerous
situations following the harmonization of ISO 3864-2 and ANSI Z535.6.
1.2.1 Signal word panel
Depending on the seriousness and probability of the consequences, dangers are identified with a signal
word, the corresponding safety color, and if appropriate, the safety alert symbol.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
(irreversible) injury.

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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
(irreversible) injury
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor
(reversible) injury
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the product
and/or its functions or of a property in its ambiance.
1.2.2 Safety alert symbol
Use of the safety alert symbol indicates risk of injury.
Observe all measures that are marked with the safety alert symbol in order to avoid death or
injury.
1.2.3 Pictograms
Warning signs
Electrical hazard
Explosive substances
Pollution Hazard
Harmful substances
Biohazard
Mandatory action signs
Mandatory regulation Read operating
instructions
Disconnect the power
plug
Environment protection
Prohibition signs
Do NOT touch Do NOT spray with
water
Information to be observed in order to ensure optimum function of the product.

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1.2.4 Word message panel structure
Type / cause of hazard.
Possible consequences.
∅Instruction how to avoid the hazard: prohibition.
¾Instruction how to avoid the hazard: mandatory action.
Observe all other notes and information not necessarily emphasized in the same way, in order to avoid
disruptions which could result in direct or indirect injury or property damage.
1.3 Type plate
Figure 1: Type plate AB 01
Indications of the type plate Information
Nominal temperature --- °C
--- °F Nominal temperature
Enclosure protection IP 20 IP type of protection 20 acc. to EN 60529
Temp. safety device DIN 12880 Temperature safety device acc. to standard DIN 12880
Class --- Temperature safety device
Art. No. 9052-0008 Art. No. 9052-0008
Project No. E2 (Stage and project no.)
0,02 kW Nominal power 0.02 kW
230 V 1 N ~ Nominal voltage 230 V ±10%, single-phase unit
0,1 A Nominal current 0.1 Amp
50/60 Hz Power frequency 50/60 Hz
Green switch: unit on-off Green switch: unit on-off
Black switch: buzzer off Black switch: buzzer off
Red pilot lamp: alarm Red pilot lamp: alarm
Unit fuse 10 A semi-time lag Unit fuse 10 Amp semi-time lag
DIN socket max. 24 V AC/DC - 2,5 A DIN socket max. load: 24 V AC/DC - 2.5 Amp
Interface RS 422 Interface RS 422
AB 01 Model AB 01
Serial No. 00-00000 Serial No. 00-00000
Symbol on the type plate Information
CE conformity marking
Electrical and electronic equipment manufactured / placed on
the market in the EC after 13 August 2005 and to be
disposed of in separate collection according to directive
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE).
Nominal temperature --- °C 0,02 kW Green switch: unit on-off
--- °F 230 V 1 N ~
Black switch: buzzer off
Enclosure protection
Temp. safety device
IP 20
DIN 12880
0,1 A
50/60 Hz
Red pilot lamp: alarm
Unit fuse 10 semi-time lag
Class --- DIN socket max. 24 V AC/DC - 2,5 A
Art. No. 9052-0008 US PATS 4585923 / 5222612 / 5309981 Interface RS 422
Project No. E2 5405194 / 5601143 / 5773287 / 6079403
D 78532 Tuttlingen / Germany
Tel. + 49 (0) 7462/ 2005-0
Internet: www.binder-world.com
AB 01 Serial No. 00-00000
Made in Germany

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1.4 General safety instructions on installing and operating the Alarm Box
AB 01
With regard to operating the Alarm Box AB 01and to the installation location, please observe regulations
BGR 120 issued by the German professional association for the chemical industry (formerly ZH 1/119
laboratory guidelines issued by the employers’ liability insurance association) (for Germany).
BINDER GmbH is only responsible for the safety features of the unit provided skilled electricians or
qualified personnel authorized by BINDER perform all maintenance and repair, and if components
relating to chamber safety are replaced in the event of failure with original spare parts.
CAUTION
Danger of overheating.
Damage to the unit.
∅Do NOT install the unit in unventilated recesses.
¾Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
The Alarm Box AB 01must NOT be operated in hazardous locations.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT operate the unit in potentially explosive areas.
¾KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the unit.
DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅The unit must NOT become wet during operation or maintenance.
The Alarm Box AB 01has been produced in accordance with VDE regulations and were routinely tested
in accordance to VDE 0411-1 (IEC 61010-1).
1.5 Intended use
The Alarm Box AB 01 has been developed for the transmission of alarm messages released by the
communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem from BINDER, to an already existing alarm
facility of the customer, or by use of the telephone dialing device TWG 01 from BINDER via telephone
line.
Observing the instructions in this operating manual is part of the intended use.

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2. Unit description
The Alarm Box AB 01 has been developed for the transmission of alarm messages released by the
communication software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem from BINDER, to an already existing alarm
facility of the customer, or by use of the telephone dialing device TWG 01 from BINDER via telephone
line.
The Alarm Box AB 01 is equipped with a serial interface RS 422 for connection to the communication
software APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem from BINDER.
2.1 Equipment overview
(3) (2) (1)
Figure 2: Front view of Alarm Box AB 01
(1) Main switch ON-OFF (lit = ON)
(2) Switch alarm buzzer (0 = mute)
(3) Alarm pilot lamp red (lit = alarm state)
(4) (5) (6) (7)
Figure 3: Rear view of Alarm Box AB 01
(4) Power cable
(5) Fuse holder
(6) DIN socket for zero-voltage relay alarm output
(7) Interface RS 422

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2.2 Alarm output
The Alarm Box AB 01 is equipped at its rear with a zero-voltage relay alarm output via DIN socket (6) The
alarm output is switched by APT-COM™ 3 as soon as one or more supervised temperature chambers
are running with their actual value(s) out of the entered tolerance bandwidth.
2
1
3
Pin 1: Pin
Pin 2: Break
Pin 3: Make
Output of Alarm Box AB 01
Pin allocation at the DIN socket
Logic NC
If there is no alarm message, Pin 1 and 2 are closed.
The zero-voltage relay alarm output is switched with a delay.
Wiring allocation of the delivered connection cable with DIN plug:
Pin 1 of DIN-plug ---- brown wire
Pin 2 of DIN-plug ---- white wire
Pin 3 of DIN-plug ---- not used
Maximum loading capacity of the switching contact: 24V AC/DC - 2,5A
DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
Damage to switching contact and connection socket.
∅Do NOT exceed the maximum switching load of 24V AC/DC – 2.5A.
∅Do NOT connect any devices with a higher loading capacity.
2.3 Interface RS 422
The 25-pin SUB-D interface socket (7) of the Alarm Box AB 01 serves to receive the alarm message
released by APT-COM™ 3. The interface settings are fixed inside the unit and can not be changed.
The interface address for correct configuration of the Alarm Box on APT-COM™ 3 window
“Configure“ is fixed as No. 30.

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3. Scope of delivery, transportation, storage, and installation
3.1 Unpacking, and checking equipment and scope of delivery
After unpacking, please check the unit and its optional accessories, if any, based on the delivery note for
completeness and for transportation damage. If transportation damage has occurred, immediately inform
the carrier or post office/parcel service.
Scope of delivery:
•Alarm Box 235 mm x 115 mm x 255 mm (W x H x D)
•Connection cable for alarm output (2-wire) 2 m with DIN-plug
(connection between Alarm Box AB 01 and telephone dialing device TWG 01)
•Connection cable RS422 15m
(connection between plug distributor and Alarm Box AB 01)
•Operating Manual Alarm Box AB 01, Art. No. 7001-0133
For disposal of the transport packing, see chap. 9.1.
3.2 Storage
Intermediate storage of the unit is possible in a closed and dry room. Observe the guidelines for
temporary decommissioning (chap. 9.2).
•Permissible ambient temperature range during storage: -10°C to +60°C.
•Permissible ambient humidity during storage: max. 70 % r.H., non-condensing
If following storage in a cold location the unit is transferred to the installation site for start-up,
condensation may form. Wait at least one hour until the oven has attained ambient temperature and is
completely dry.
3.3 Location of installation and ambient conditions
Select a convenient place for the Alarm Box AB 01. The place of the installation should:
•be close to the APT-COM™ 3 computer and the plug distributor
•be rather concealed or inaccessible
Set up the Alarm Box AB 01on an even surface, free from vibration and in a well-ventilated, dry location.
CAUTION
Danger of overheating.
Damage to the unit.
∅Do NOT set up units in non-ventilated recesses.
¾Ensure sufficient ventilation for dispersal of the heat.
•Permissible ambient temperature range during operation: +18°C up to +40°C.
•Permissible ambient humidity during operation: 70 % r.H. max., non-condensing.
•Installation height: max. 2000 m above sea level.
Note that unauthorized persons may switch off the device or the audible alarm signal. We
recommend installation e.g., inside a distribution box.

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To completely isolate the unit from the power supply, you must disconnect the power plug. Install the unit
in a way that the power plug is easily accessible and can be easily disconnected in case of danger.
The unit must NOT be installed and operated in hazardous locations.
DANGER
Explosion hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT operate the unit in potentially explosive areas.
¾KEEP explosive dust or air-solvent mixtures AWAY from the vicinity of the unit.
4. Installation of the equipment
4.1 Electrical connection
The Alarm Box AB 01 has a fixed connection cable, 1800 mm in length (4) and a shockproof plug:
•Power fuse 10 Amp
•Power supply 230 V (1N ~ ) +/- 10 %, 50/60 Hz
•Power consumption <20W
•Unit fuse: Fine fuse 5x20mm 10A (M) (5)
•Protection type IP20
•Prior to connection and start-up, check the power supply voltage. Compare the values to the data
specified on the type plate of the unit (chap. 1.3).
•When connecting, please observe the regulations specified by the local electricity supply company
and as well as the VDE directives (for Germany)
•Pollution degree (acc. to IEC 1010-1): 2
•Over-voltage category (acc. to IEC 1010-1): II
CAUTION
Danger of incorrect power supply voltage.
Damage to the equipment.
¾Check the power supply voltage before connection and start-up.
¾Compare the power supply voltage with the data indicated on the type plate.
We recommend taking the electric power from a central alarm facility (as far as existing) with a backed-up
power feeding 230V AC (e.g. battery buffer for PCs). Only then the alarm transmission during a power
failure is guaranteed.
The power consumption of the unit is less than 20 W. Additionally for alarming during a power failure, it
is necessary that the computer on which APT-COM™ 3 or the Watch Tool software is running is also
connected to a backed-up power feeding (e.g. battery buffer for PCs).
To completely isolate the unit from the power supply, you must disconnect the power plug.
Install the unit in a way that the power plug is easily accessible and can be easily
disconnected in case of danger.

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4.2 Connection to the communication software APT-COM™ 3
DataControlSystem
Sample system APT-COM™3 DataControlSystem GLP Edition with monitoring software “WatchTool"
optionally installed on a second computer:
2
1
3
30
Measuring
computer
APT-COM 3
Serial computer
interface
COM1 or COM 2
RS-232
RS-422
Alarmbox AB 01
with installation of monitoring
software "Watch Tool" on the
same computer as APT-COM 3
CB
Alarm
Box
BD
ED
FD
KBF
Telephone
dialing device
APT-Line (E2)
Connection cable 15 m
A
rt. No. 5023-0036
Cable set
acc. to type of
interface converter
Interface converter W&T Plug distributor expansible by
modules, Art. No. 8012-0295
...
Alarm Box AB 01
with installation of monitoring software
"Watch Tool" on a second computer
(monitoring computer)
Serial computer
interface
COM1 or COM 2
RS-232
RS-422
Cable set
acc. to type of
interface converter
Interface converter W&T
29
MK
Monitoring
computer
Watch Tool
Network connection
Ethernet
RS-422
Ethernet
RS-422
Alarm
Box 30 Telephone
dialing device
Figure 4: Sample system APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem GLP Edition

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5. Start up
Establish all connections described in chap. 4 prior to commissioning.
5.1 Settings at the Alarm Box AB 01
Following steps have to be carried out to make the Alarm Box AB 01 ready for operation:
•Switch the Alarm Box ON at the green main switch (1)
•Set switch (2) to position I to activate the buzzer for audible alarm
The unit is now ready for operation and notification.
5.2 Settings in APT-COM™ 3 DataControlSystem
5.2.1 Setting the tolerance limits in the APT-COM™ 3 measurement window
In the measurement windows of the chambers to be supervised, set appropriate limit values under “±
Limit Low/High”. The tolerance limits for the alarm can be set the measurement window individually for
each parameter of the corresponding measurement.
5.2.2 Connection of the Alarm Box AB 01 when operating APT-COM™ 3 and the Watch
Tool on the same computer
Connecting the Alarm Box to APT-COM™3
If APT-COM™ 3 and the Watch Tool are operated on a common computer, the Alarm Box AB 01 will be
connected to this computer.
Configuration of the Alarm Box in APT-COM™ 3
Then the Alarm Box AB 01 must be configured like one of the connected temperature chambers in the
configuration menu “Chamber“ of APT-COM™ 3. Select “AB01 (E2)”. Enter “30” as RS422 device
address. The Alarm Box is managed and directly controlled by APT-COM™ 3.

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Configuration of the measurement of the Alarm Box in APT-COM™3
Configure and start a corresponding measurement (e.g. “AB01Measurement”) in APT-COM™ 3
Activating the Alarm Box in the Watch Tool
When the connection between the Watch Tool and APT-COM™ 3 has been established and both
programs have been called up (see APT-COM™ 3 operating manual), the Alarm Box AB 01 can be
activated in the Watch Tool configuration menu “Options”.
Hit button “Config Alarmbox”. The window “Config Alarm Box” appears. The
functions in this submenu serve to enable and test the BINDER Alarm Box AB.
Under “AB 01 measure name” the name of the measurement that has been created for the Alarm Box is
displayed.
5.2.3 Connection of the Alarm Box AB 01 when operating APT-COM™ 3 and the Watch
Tool on different computers
Connecting the Alarm Box to the monitoring computer
The Alarm Box AB 01 is connected to the monitoring computer on which the monitoring software Watch
Tool is running. The Alarm Box can be placed in a distance of up to 50 m from the monitoring computer.
Activation and connection of the Alarm Box in the Watch Tool
If the connection between the Watch Tool and APT-COM™ 3 has been established and both programs
have been called up (see APT-COM™ 3 operating manual), the Alarm Box AB 01 can be activated and
managed in the Watch Tool configuration menu “Options”.
Hit button “Config Alarmbox”. The window “Config Alarm Box” appears. The
functions in this submenu serve to enable and test the BINDER Alarm Box AB.

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Activating the Alarm Box
Hit button “Enable Alarmbox“.
Entry of the connection data for the Alarm Box if it is connected to the monitoring computer
Under “COM port select” you can select the COM port of the monitoring computer to which the Alarm
Box is connected
Under “AB01 MOD Address” enter 30, the default Alarm Box address.
Check of the connection to the Alarm Box AB 01 if it is connected to the monitoring computer
The Alarm Box AB 01 must be switched on for the Alarm Box test.
The button “Read Test” serves to check the connection between the Alarm Box and the Watch Tool.
Hit button “Read test”. If the signs “COM CRC Error” and
“Time out” remain green, the connection to the Alarm Box is
OK and functional.
Under “Software version” the answer-back code of the Alarm
Box controller is displayed.
If one of the signs “COM CRC Error” or “Time out” or both of
them light up red, the Alarm Box AB 01 is not or not correctly
connected or for another reason communication is not
possible.
Function “Alarmbox On/Off Check”
The button “Alarmbox On/Off Check” permits manually switching on and off the alarm pilot lamp of the
Alarm Box AB 01. This permits simulating the state of alarm for test purpose.

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6. Alarm
The alarm function of APT-COM™ 3 is activated only if the supervised parameter previously
has been within the tolerance limits for at least one data sampling.
6.1 Alarm course in the Watch Tool (APT-COM™ 3)
In the submenu “Alarm Options” you can set if a collective alarm
shall be triggered when exceeding the ob limits (“Limit alarm”)
or in case of communication errors (“COM failures”). This
means the red “Main Alarm” sign lighting up, addressing the
Alarm Box AB 01, and, with the appropriate configuration,
sending an e-mail message.
An alarm is indicated by the following signs located in the lower part of the Watch Tool window:
Figure 5: Indications of measurement alarm
•The red collective alarm sign „Main Alarm“ indicates that at least at one of the chambers an error has
occurred.
In addition two signs provide detailed information in addition to the collective red alarm sign
•The blue sign “Waiting For New Data“ lighting up indicates that Watch Tool is waiting fort he next
measuring value and that the monitoring interval set in the measurement window has been exceeded.
•The yellow sign “Limit alarm“ lighting up indicates that APT-COM™ 3 limit overrun or underrun at
least at one of the chambers has occurred.
For limit alarm detailed information is given in the Watch Tool window “Overview. The round pointer
displays indicate (in percent) whether the limits are respected by the monitored parameters. They
show that the last values read from the database are located inside the limit range set at APT-COM™
3. A red or orange pointer color indicated that the limit for the corresponding parameter , has been
exceeded. Limit Alarm is triggered beginning with a deviation of more than 100% from the set limit
(red pointer color), i.e. the yellow sign for limit alarm and the red collective alarm sign light up, and the
Alarm Box AB 01 responds.
No pointer: No active measurements
Red pointer: Deviation of the actual value from the set-point value is more
than 100% of the set limit for this parameter in this measurement: limit
overrun or underrun. In this case, following rundown of the alarm delay
time Limit Alarm is triggered
Orange pointer: Deviation of the actual value from the set-point value
between 75% and 100% of the set limit for this parameter in this
measurement.
Green pointer: Deviation of the actual value from the set-point value up to
75% of the set limit for this parameter in this measurement.
Blue background: Waiting for the next measuring value, monitoring
interval exceeded
If the corresponding menu is activated, an e-mail message is sent to the address indicated in the
“Options“ menu (see for details the APT-COM™ 3 operating manual).

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6.2 Alarm at the Alarm Box AB 01
In case of an alarm, the Alarm Box AB 01 responds (on condition that it has been activated and correctly
connected),
•The red alarm pilot lamp (3) on the front of the Alarm Box is lit indicating the alarm state
•Simultaneously theAlarm Box buzzer sounds which can be muted with the switch (2)
The alarm buzzer of the Alarm Box AB 01 can be activated or muted by switch (2) (0 =
off).
•After the delay time set in the Watch Tool, the alarm output of the Alarm Box AB 01 (chap. 2.2)
transmits the alarm message to the telephone dialling device TWG 01 from BINDER or to another
alarm facility of the customer.
If a BINDER telephone dialing device TWG 01 is connected and has been configured accordingly,
notification by the TWG01 occurs.
7. Manual alarm reset
The alarm reset can must be manually carried out in the Watch Tool.
The alarm can be reset on condition that the alarm cause is no more persistent.
Note for users who have connected the telephone dialing device TWG 01 from BINDER:
The end of the alarm state at the APT-COM™ 3 software does not influence telephone
dialing unit TWG 01. The alarm has to be reset additionally to APT-COM™ 3 there by hand
by pressing the reset key .
7.1 Alarm reset in the Watch Tool
To reset the alarm indications press button “Alarm reset“ twice:
The first pressing resets the cause indication signs “COM failures“ or “Limit alarm“. The second pressing
resets the red collective alarm sign.
A condition for alarm reset is that the alarm cause is no more persistent. Otherwise the alarm state is
conserved.

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8. Cleaning, and service
8.1 Cleaning
DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅Do NOT spill water or cleaning agents over the device.
¾Disconnect the unit before cleaning. Disconnect the power plug.
¾Completely dry the appliance before switching it on again.
Disconnect the chamber from the power supply before cleaning. Disconnect the power plug.
Wipe the surfaces with a moistened towel. In addition, you can use the following cleaning agents:
•Standard commercial cleaning detergents free from acid or halogenides and without alcohol.
•We recommend using the neutral cleaning agentArt. No. 1002-0016.
For surface protection, perform cleaning as quickly as possible.
After cleaning completely remove cleaning agents from the surfaces with a moistened towel.
Never try to open the device in order to repair it. In case of problems please contact BINDER service at
the indicated address (chap. 8.2).
CAUTION
Danger of corrosion.
Damage to the unit.
∅Do NOT use acidic or chlorine cleaning detergents.
We recommend using the neutral cleaning agent Art. No. Art. Nr. 1002-0016 for a thorough
and mild cleaning.
Any corrosive damage that may arise following use of other cleaning agents is excluded from
liability by BINDER GmbH.
8.2 Service
DANGER
Electrical hazard.
Danger of death.
∅The unit must NOT become wet during operation.
∅NEVER open the device for repair purpose.
¾Ensure all maintenance work is conducted by licensed electricians or experts
authorized by BINDER.

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Guarantee / repair and maintenance tasks must only be performed by persons or workshops
that have been authorized by BINDER. Otherwise, BINDER will perform the tasks itself. If
you do not know whom to contact in the event of a fault, contact us and we will advise you of
the nearest authorized workshop
Never try to open the device in order to repair it. In case of problems please contact BINDER service:
BINDER telephone hotline: [phone]
BINDER fax hotline: [phone] 93555
BINDER e-mail hotline: [email protected]
BINDER service hotline USA: [phone] or [phone] (toll-free in the USA)
BINDER service hotline Spain [phone]
BINDER service hotline Asia Pacific: [phone] or [phone]
BINDER service hotline Russia and CIS [phone]
BINDER Internet website http://www.binder-world.com
BINDER address BINDER GmbH, post office box 102, D-78502 Tuttlingen
International customers, please contact your local BINDER distributor.
When calling us please provide following information:
•Unit type and serial number
•Date of purchase (see invoice / purchase slip)
•Kind of the fault / description of the defect
•Your full address and the installation location (building, department)
•Times at which we can contact you
9. Disposal
9.1 Disposal of the transport packing
Packing element Material Disposal
Transport box Cardboard Paper recycling
Foamed plastic stuffing PE foam Plastic recycling
Bag for operating manual PE foil Plastic recycling
Insulating air cushion foil PE foil Plastic recycling
If recycling is impossible, all packing parts can also be disposed of with normal waste.
9.2 Decommissioning
Switch off the unit at the main switch (1). Disconnect the unit from the power supply.
•Temporary decommissioning: See indications for appropriate storage, chap. 3.2.
•Final decommissioning: Dispose of the unit as described in chap. 9.3 to 9.5.