Emerson Nelson CM-1 User manual

CM-1
CIRCUIT MONITORING SYSTEM

TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................................................................... 4
INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................. 5
Signal When to Monitor Heater .......................................................................................................................................6
FIELD WIRING ................................................................................................................................... 6
PROGRAMMING................................................................................................................................ 8
Circuit Monitor Options...................................................................................................................................................9
Power Frequency ...........................................................................................................................................................10
Alarm Silence Time-out..................................................................................................................................................11
Scan Speed .....................................................................................................................................................................11
Alarm Reset Auto/Manual..............................................................................................................................................11
Programming Option Features ......................................................................................................................................12
CM-1 ambient panel start-up procedures ......................................................................................................................13
MODBUS RTU Communication ....................................................................................................................................14
OPERATION...................................................................................................................................... 15
Alarm Delay ...................................................................................................................................................................16
Alarm Silence Button......................................................................................................................................................16
CURRENT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE...................................................................................... 17
Digital Display Window.................................................................................................................................................18
SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................. 18
Performance...................................................................................................................................................................18
FIELD WIRING DIAGRAM …...………………………………………………………………………... 19
CONTROL DEVICE SCHEMATICS……….…………………….…………………………………...…20
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM…...……………………………………………………………………………... 21
NOTES …………....……………………………………………………………………………………….... 22

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GENERAL INFORMATION
The Nelson CM-1 Circuit Monitor is a scanning microprocessor system which sequentially monitors and
displays each circuit number and the status of each circuit.
The CM-1 is environmentally hardened and requires no protected operative environment. It can be located in
a control room or out in a plant. The low voltage, optically isolated design allows the unit to be installed in
Division 2 Hazardous Locations.
The CM-1 monitoring system:
•Monitors electrical characteristics of each heater circuit, including voltage, amperage,
& continuity.
•Is totally passive.
•Has built in filters to eliminate false alarms due to electrical noise.
•Monitors self-regulating, constant voltage, & series types of heaters.
•Independent of control scheme - will work with ambient or pipe sensed systems.
•Can be retrofitted into existing systems.
The main components of the system include:
•A microprocessor based scanner that interrogates all circuit sensor cards and compares the data to its
programmed parameters. The maximum number of circuits monitored is 24.
•Sensor Card - the sensor card contains the circuitry for 4 heater circuits. Six cards are supplied in a 24
circuit system. The sensor card monitors the current and voltage to each circuit and is interrogated by
the scanner.
•Display - the display shows what circuit is being monitored (.5” readouts). The status of the heater
cable controller is displayed. The L.E.D. bar lights display continuity, current and voltage status of
each circuit.
•Continuity Monitor Device (CMD) - The CMD is a passive component. Parallel type cables require
the attachment of a CMD at the end of each circuit. The microprocessor looks for the device’s
presence every time a parallel circuit is scanned to verify continuity of both bus wires. The CMD
draws a low level capacitive current when connected.

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INSTALLATION
When routing conduit to the panel, avoid top entry into the CM-1 enclosure. Top conduit entry provides a
potential moisture path to the electronic circuit boards. Bottom conduit entry is recommended. If top entry
cannot be avoided, avoid the area directly over the circuit boards. Drip loops as shown are recommended for
side and top entry when they cannot be avoided. A drip loop is a dip or bend in the circuit wire to block or
shed moisture, which may follow a wire to the circuit boards.
Top
Display
Drip Loop
Side Entry
Drip Loop
Drip Loop
Drip Loop
Bottom Entry
On-Off Switch
TB-6 (120 VAC)
Top Entry
Enclosure Wall
Sensor Module
Scanner Module
Panduit or
(avoid if possible)
Panduit or
Circuit Board
Circuit Board
DO NOT USE THESE AREAS
FOR CONDUIT ENTRY!
CM-1 Conduit / Wiring Entry for Enclosure
Figure 1
!
WARNING:
Moisture intrusion can damage the CM-1
electronic circuit boards. Do not place conduit
entry directly over the circuit boards.

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SIGNAL WHEN TO MONITOR HEATER
The monitor looks for a closed contact signal from a temperature controller before it tries to monitor the
heater for current, voltage, and continuity. The default set-up requires an input signal for each monitor
channel. When a group of heater channels are controlled by a single thermostat (grouped or ambient
control), the panel inputs have to wire in parallel to the single contact signal. Stamped brass jumpers are
provided with the panel to reduce the wiring required for this type of connection.
FIELD WIRING
Typical system wiring diagrams are included in this manual for field wiring. These wiring diagrams are
located at the back of the manual. The PLT-CMD is used to monitor bus continuity on a parallel type heating
cable. After the installing the heater cable on the pipe, connect the PLT-CMD to the opposite end of the
power connection kit.
Silicone
PipeClamps
*Fiberglass Tape
*Heater Cable
Stand-off
Sealing Grommet
CMD Device
Conduit Locknut
Gasket
J-Grommet - Overjacket Product
B-Grommet - Base Product
U-Grommet - non-standard construction
Label
BoxCover Gasket
BoxCover
Power Termination
BoxAdapter
*ITEMS NOT INCLUDED IN KIT
PLT-CMD Continuity Monitor Device
Figure 2

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PNL
Short side branch
(under 10')
Long side branch
PNL
Long side branch
WILL NOT WORK
PNL
Branches are
monitored by
current flow on
process applications.
JB
JB
JB JB
CM-1
Long side branch
PNL
WILL NOT WORK
PNL
BRANCH / TEEPIPING
(single circuit, multiple cable segments)
GROUPEDSEGMENTS
(several separate cables thru single monitor point)
LEGEND
Heater Cable
Pipe
Heater Connection Kit
CM-1, CM-2/1
CMD CMD
CMD
CMD
CMD
CMD
CMD
CMD
CMD
CMD
CMD
PLT-CMD Cable Connections to CM-1
Figure 3

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PROGRAMMING
The CM-1 is shipped with programming to monitor all available circuits. With this configuration, all 24
circuits will be scanned for alarms. Alarm delay is set for 5 minutes, alarm reset is automatic, and the display
speed is fast. Each of these features and options will be covered on the next few pages. However, the system
is suitable to be powered in the existing configuration. When programming, refer to Figure 13, which is also
provided inside the door of the CM-1 enclosure. If all 24 circuits are not active (monitor not required) flip the
corresponding programming switches. Programming can be changed in the field by flipping switches between
on or off.
Figure 4
Programming of the CM-1 is accomplished by flipping the program switches located on the scanner board.

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CIRCUIT MONITOR OPTIONS
The top 6 rows of option switches in the programming area are the circuit monitor switches. As the
system is shipped, all circuits available in the system will be monitored, or “active”. If a circuit is de-
activated, flip the appropriate programming switch off, and the circuit will be skipped in the monitor
sequence. The mode switch is left on if a CMD is used, (parallel heaters) in the circuit.
Figure 5
Examples:
If circuit #6 is to be de-activated, flip this switch off. This circuit will not be scanned or monitored until
the programming switch is flipped on.
Figure 6

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If circuit #5 is not going to use a CMD, Flip switch 2 of row 2 off, and switch 1 of row 2 on.
Figure 7
POWER FREQUENCY
As shipped from the factory, the system is suitable for 60 Hz. If 50 Hz is required, programming option
Switch #8 must be flipped to ON position.
Figure 8
OFF for 60 Hz
ON for 50 Hz
z –

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ALARM SILENCE TIME-OUT
This establishes the amount of time the acknowledged alarm is silenced before re-alarm. If an alarm is
acknowledged (which silences the remote alarm relay), and the voltage problem is not corrected, the
system will re-activate the remote alarm relay.
Figure 9
SCAN SPEED
This is a customer preference option. Recommended practice is to leave this Switch in ON position for
active fast scan (option switch #16), for installation and set up. Flip Switch OFF for slow scan (option
switch #16), during normal operation.
Figure 10
ALARM RESET AUTO/MANUAL
In auto reset mode, (Switch in ON position): The alarm status and remote alarm will clear automatically
when a circuit fault clears. In manual mode, (Switch in OFF position): When a fault is cleared, both the
scanner display and the remote output will remain in alarm until the reset button is pressed.
Figure 11
Note: After any change in the system program, press the “Alarm Reset” button on the front of the
enclosure, this will reset all options and finalize any changes that have been made.
Alarm Silence Time-out
z –
Auto Reset
z –
Scan Speed

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Figure 12

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CM-1 AMBIENT PANEL START-UP PROCEDURES
1. Always use caution when energizing heater cables, especially when the ambient temperature is above
50°F.
Note: Start-up requires that the cables be energized. One way to accomplish this is to set the panel
thermostat to a temperature above the current ambient air temperature until start-up is completed.
2. Make sure the heat tracing circuit breakers are in the on position and allow the heater cables to be
energized for 30 minutes.
3. Check the CM-1 alarm display on the front of the CM-1 panel for any alarms. If any alarms are indicated
use the alarm trouble-shooting guide included with these instructions to resolve each alarm one by one.
Note: Current alarms can sometimes be resolved by adjusting the current sensing trimpot located on the
sensor card using the “Current Adjustment Procedure” section in the CM-1 manual. Press the <Alarm
Reset> button on the CM-1 panel to verify all alarms.
4. If an alarm is still present after troubleshooting the circuit, check the CM-1 Program switch configuration
using the CM-1 manual. The program switch configuration allows the CM-1 to monitor both self-
regulating and series resistance heater cables.
Note: Each circuit must be configured according to the type of cable being used. Use the CM-1 manual to
check for the correct programming switch configuration for each circuit.
5. Using the current trimpot adjustment procedure from the CM-1 manual adjust the current trimpot for each
circuit.
6. Reset the ambient thermostat to the correct maintain temperature.
7. Heater cable testing and trouble-shooting guides are available to assist in resolving alarms.

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MODBUS RTU COMMUNICATIONS
These MODBUS RTU Communication instructions are specific to the Modbus communications setup for the
CM-1 Monitoring System. Modbus communications are only provided on recent production Scanner Board
GC0698.
Wiring Instruction
From modbus master
Modbus connection wire A connects to Scanner Board GC0698 - TB5 –7
Modbus connection wire B connects to Scanner Board GC0698 - TB5 –9
Address settings:
•S1 = Ones (0-9)
•S2 = Tens (10-90)
Communications settings:
•Baud Rate = 4800
•Data Bits = 8
•Stop Bits = 1
•Parity = None
CM-1 Register Addresses/Descriptions
Write (06) address:
40000 Data = 1, acknowledges all alarms, Data = 2, resets board/all alarms
Read (03) addresses:
40000 - 40023 Channel Flag Table*
40256 - 40264 CM-1 Board ID String (ASCII)
40512 Option Jumpers 1-8
40768 Option Jumpers 9-16
*Channel Flag Bit Significance:
b15
b14
b13
b12
b11
b10
b9
b8
b7
b6
b5
b4
b3
b2
b1
b0
b15 –b10 Not Used
b9 Series Mode
b8 Parallel Mode
b7 Channel ON
b6 Channel in Alarm
b5 Alarm Pending
b4 Alarm Acknowledged
b3 Not Used
b2 Continuity Out of Tolerance
b1 Current Out of Tolerance
b0 Voltage Out of Tolerance
S2 S1

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OPERATION
After installation and programming is completed, and 120VAC has been applied to TB-1, turn the power
switch to “ON”. See Figure 1.
For a moment both the red and green L.E.D. bars will light, then the system will start scanning. The green
light bar will always appear under each active circuit, the first scan after powering up or resetting alarms. The
green bars will continue to appear under the circuit number until the thermostat turns the heater off, or a loss
of voltage occurs, or continuity is lost, or amperage drops below the threshold. After the alarm delay time-out,
the red bar will light up and the remote alarm will energize. This alarm condition will continue until the
problem is fixed, and the alarm reset switch is pressed, if the system is in manual reset mode.
Alarm Reset Button
S.O. Number
Panel I.D. No.
Digital Display Window
Alarm Silence Button
CM-1 Panel Enclosure
Figure 13
During normal operation of the system, the cabinet door will not need
to be opened. Therefore, keep the door closed and completely
fastened to protect the electronics from dirt and moisture.
!
WARNING:

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ALARM DELAY
This is a customer preference option. This option establishes the minimum time delay before a loss of
voltage condition is registered by the scanner. The option range is from 30 seconds to 8 minutes.
Times (shown in seconds and minutes) are additive. Longer alarm delay times are recommended to
prevent alarming of temporary power interruptions.
Example:
For a 2 ½ minute delay; turn on the 30 second and 2 minute switches:
Figure 14
ALARM SILENCE BUTTON
This button will temporarily silence the remote alarm (up to 24 hours depending on the program pins; see
the Programming section for “Alarm Silence Time-out”). While corrective actions are being taken on
failed circuit(s) the alarm will re-enunciate if a new circuit fails when the system is silenced. Pressing the
“Alarm Silence Button” will silence the remote alarm relay and reset the timer.
When voltage has been restored to all of the failed circuits, press the “Alarm Reset” button to clear all
alarms from the system if the “Manual Reset” has been selected.
30 Sec. 2 min. 2
z –
2 ½ Minute Alarm Delay

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CURRENT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
The CM-1 sensor card has an adjustable current alarm. The current adjust feature works with all types of
heater cables; self-regulating, constant wattage and MI. The sensor cards come from the factory preset to a
minimum current alarm level of 50 milliamps. Current flow above the minimum threshold is indicated by a
red L.E.D. located on the sensor card by each circuit.
1) Each circuit must be individually adjusted under operating load conditions. Circuits are sequential,
starting with circuit No. 1 on sensor card M1. There are four circuits per sensor card.
2) Apply power to first circuit to be calibrated. Be sure that the thermostat contacts are calling for heat.
This may require that you temporarily adjust the thermostat set-point higher to get the unit to close, if
you do, BE SURE TO RETURN IT TO THE PROPER SET-POINT AFTER CALIBRATION.
3) At this point the circuit to be calibrated should be indicating “HEATER ON” (green light ON). Some
heater cables have a higher inrush current when first turned on. ALLOW HEATER TO OPERATE
NORMALLY FOR 24 HOURS BEFORE STARTING CALIBRATION OF CURRENT
ALARM.
4) Locate the sensor card’s current trimpot for the circuit to be calibrated. The trimpot is a blue
13mm x 19mm (0.5” x 0.75”) device with a brass adjusting screw located about 25mm (1.0”) to the
left of the Load Terminal Strip. See Figure 17 for red L.E.D. and the adjustment trimpot located for
each.
5) Turn adjusting screw clockwise with an INSULATED SCREWDRIVER until the red L.E.D. dims.
With the L.E.D. turned off the circuit is in ALARM.
6) Turn adjusting screw counter clockwise until the red L.E.D. comes fully ON. The circuit is now out
of ALARM and calibrated for the existing voltage and temperature conditions.
N3
S4
N4
S3
S2
N2
N1
S1
L4
N4
L3
N3
L2
N2
L1
N1
LINE LOAD
TRIMPOT RED L.E.D.
Figure 15

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DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW
The circuit numbers being scanned by the system are displayed here in the status area.
8
1
HEATER ON
CONTINUITY
CURRENT
VOLTAGE
CIRCUIT
Monitor Display
Figure 16
Conditions:
1) No light bar energized below the circuit number indicates the circuit is de-energized. This is a non-
alarm condition.
2) The green light bar energized indicates that the circuit is energized and functioning satisfactorily.
This is a non-alarm condition.
3) Voltage - the (red) indicator energized indicates that voltage is not present when the circuit should be
energized. This is an alarm condition.
4) Current - the (red) indicator energized indicates that current flow has dropped below the adjustable
level set on the sensor card. The minimum level is 50mA, the maximum is 30A. This would indicate
an open circuit on a series heating cable. On parallel cables this would indicate a possible break in
the power wiring between the heater cable power termination and the CM-1 panel or the failure of a
portion of the parallel heating cable.
5) Continuity - the (red) indicator energized would indicate a loss of continuity in the bus wires of a
parallel heater cable.
SPECIFICATIONS
PERFORMANCE
Ambient Temperature:
-40° to +130°F
Power Input:
120VAC; 1A
Heater Voltage Range:
85VAC to 300VAC
Amperage Range:
0.05 to 30.0A
Relative Humidity:
0-95% max. non-condensing boards are conformal coated and gold plated
connectors are used.
Hazardous Locations:
Approved for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, & D; Class II, Groups F &
G; Class III, Div. 1 & 2.
Alarm Output:
Solid State output; 120V AC/DC @ 100ma max. Optional relay with dry
contact available. Output is energized during normal operation.
Display:
Scanner - Single line numeric L.E.D.
Alarm - L.E.D. bar indicators for voltage, current, and continuity.

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FIELD WIRING DIAGRAM

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