Genius GE-BIN4 User manual

GE-BIN4
MANUAL
Installation / User’s Guide
ATTENTION ELECTRICIAN
SEE WIRING DETAILS ON PAGES A-3 TO A-6 AND
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IN SECTION B
WIRING DIAGRAM USER’S GUIDE INSTALLATION INDEX / WARRANTY
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GE-BIN4 WIRING DIAGRAM & LAYOUT
Section A-2 GE-BIN4
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Although the manufacturer has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information
contained herein, this document is subject to change without notice due to ongoing product
development.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Equipment, probe failure, blown fuses and/or tripped breakers may prove harmful to the contents
of the building. Therefore it is strongly recommended to install backup devices and alarm or
warning devices. Spare equipment should also be available at the owner’s site. Equipment
manufactured by the manufacturer is protected against normal line surges. High surges caused by
thunderstorms or power supply equipment may damage this equipment. For added security
against line voltage surges it is recommended that surge and noise suppression devices be
installed at the electrical distribution panel. Use of shielded cable for probes is recommended for
protection against lightning. These devices are available from most electrical supply distributors.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The manufacturer recommends that all installation procedures described herein be performed by a
qualified electrician or installation technician. Furthermore the manufacturer recommends testing
all the functions and equipment connected to the GE controller, including the alarm system and
backup devices, after installation, after changes to the installation and every month after that.
Fuse verification and replacement, as well as the proper setting of control values shall be the
responsibility of the owner of this equipment.
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GE-BIN4 WIRING DIAGRAM & LAYOUT
GE-BIN 4 Section A-3
WIRING
DIAGRAM &
LAYOUT
GE-BIN4
SECTION A
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GE-BIN4 WIRING DIAGRAM & LAYOUT
Section A-4 GE-BIN4
WIRING DIAGRAM GE-BIN4
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GE-BIN4 WIRING DIAGRAM & LAYOUT
GE-BIN 4 Section A-5
WIRING DIAGRAM GE-FBT / GE-LIM
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GE-BIN4 WIRING DIAGRAM & LAYOUT
Section A-6 GE-BIN4
GE-BIN4
ELECTRICIAN’S NOTES
(COMMUNICATION WIRING) SHIELDED LOW CAPACITANCE WIRE,
(Capacitance between conductors @ 1Khz = 24pF/ft), TWISTED PAIR (8
twist/ft), AWG #22, 820ft (250m) MAX LENGTH (Ex.: BELDEN 8761).
HIGH VOLTAGE WIRE INSTALLED ACCORDING TO LOCAL
WIRING CODE.
INSTALL LOW VOLTAGE WIRES (COMMUNICATION OR
COMPUTER LINK) AT LEAST 30cm (12 INCHES) AWAY FROM
HIGH VOLTAGE WIRES (120/230VAC, 24VDC). ALWAYS CROSS
HIGH AND LOW VOLTAGE WIRES AT A 90-DEGREE ANGLE.
1 WIRE ONLY PER GREEN TERMINAL. USE WIRE CONNECTOR IF
YOU WANT TO CONNECT MORE THAN 1 WIRE, NO BIGGER THAN
AWG #12, NO SMALLER THAN AWG #28.
CHECK INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR ALARM WIRING.
USE SHIELD FOR SHIELDING PURPOSE ONLY. CONNECT THE
SHIELD TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT COMMON END ONLY . NEVER
LEAVE THE SHIELD UNCONNECTED AT BOTH ENDS. NEVER
CONNECT BOTH ENDS OF THE SHIELD TO COMMON .
REFER TO THE FEED BIN SCALE INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR
MORE DETAILS OF THE FEED BIN TRANSMITTER MODULE.
A JUMPER MUST BE PLACED ON POSITION 1-2 (ID=1) AT JP4.
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GE-BIN4 WIRING DIAGRAM & LAYOUT
GE-BIN 4 Section A-7
TYPICAL INSTALLATION LAYOUT
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GE-BIN4 INSTALLATION
Section B-8 GE-BIN4
INSTALLATION
GE-BIN4
SECTION B
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GE-BIN4 INSTALLATION
GE-BIN4 Section B-9
This section will inform the electrician on proper wiring and installation procedures for
the GE controller.
The manufacturer recommends that the following installation instructions be followed to
as closely as possible, and that all work be performed by a certified electrician. Failure to
do so may void the warranty.
Unpacking
Unpack the GE controller and inspect contents for damage. Should the contents appear to
be damaged, contact your local distributor to return the equipment.
The package should contain the following standard items:
1 GE-BIN4 Control
4 Brackets / 4 Screws
1 Installation / User’s Guide
Mounting hardware required
This is the list of the mounting hardware needed, which is not included with the product:
Shielded two-wire twisted pair cable, AWG #22 (used for communication) see
electrician note for capacitance selection.
4 screws (to hang the unit onto the wall)
Screwdrivers
Soldering iron kit or approved sealed connectors
Drill and hole saw kit
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GE-BIN4 INSTALLATION
Section B-10 GE-BIN4
General installation guidelines
GE Controller
- It is recommended to install the unit in a hallway to limit the GE controller exposure
to noxious gases.
- In order to avoid condensation problems inside the controller, it is recommended to
install the GE controller on an inside wall. If it is not possible, use spacers to have an
air gap between the wall and the GE controller.
- It is required to install the GE controller right side up with the cable entry holes
facing down.
- The enclosure is watertight, but do not spray water or submerge the GE controller in
water. Cover it carefully with plastic when cleaning the room.
- The GE controller should be installed in easy-access location but away from
damaging elements (heat, cold, water, direct sunlight, …).
- Do not drill the face, the side, the top or the underside of the control.
- Do not install the GE controller near high-voltage equipment, power supply or
transformer.
Electrical cables
- All electrical cables must be installed according to local wiring codes.
- All cable shields must be connected to the shield terminal on the cord to which the
cable is connected, except for the cable connected to the optional PC interface. The
shield is needed to protect the GE controller and the modules against any
electromagnetic interference generated by lightning or nearby operating machinery.
- Never use the shield as a conductor.
- Connect only one end of the shield to the GE controller.
- Use separate conduits for the low voltage cables (communication) and the high
voltage cables. There must be at least 1 foot (30 cm) between low-voltage and high-
voltage conduits.
- If a low voltage cable has to cross over a high voltage cable, make this crossing at
90°.
- All cable connections must be soldered or done with approved sealed connectors.
- Communication cables must be 820’ (250m) or less.
- It is prohibited to use overhead cables outside the building.
Electrical power
- Protection from electrical surges should be included in the planning of each
installation.
- It is strongly recommended to have a backup power (see figure 3).
- The backup system and alarm must be thoroughly tested and verified as working
properly before using the feed bin monitoring system.
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GE-BIN4 Section B-11
Mounting
- The enclosure must be mounted in a location that will allow the cover to be
completely opened.
- Fasten the four brackets to the four mounting holes on the back of the enclosure using
the four screws provided with the brackets.
- Then mount the enclosure on the wall by inserting screws through the brackets’
adjustment slots, into the wall. Make sure to position the enclosure so that all wires
extend out of the bottom section of the enclosure.
- The bracket slots serve to adjust the position of the controller.
- Once you have adjusted the controller position, tighten the four mounting screws. (see
figure 1).
FIGURE NO. 1 Mounting Position and Devices
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GE-BIN4 INSTALLATION
Section B-12 GE-BIN4
Connection procedure
Detailed wiring diagrams
Typical Auger Signal Wiring
Auger signal sensors (ex.: CSD-1 Current Switch Detector) should be mounted inside the
controller enclosure with the auger power wire running through the sensor loop. If a
single sensor monitors multiple auger circuit, run the wires from all auger groups the
same direction through the sensor loop.
The best use for a single auger sensor is monitoring your bin auger motor. This provides a
clear indication of all feed entering the building and it provides an alarm when the bin is
empty.
FIGURE NO. 2 Typical Auger Signal Wiring
PRB 2 PRB 3 PRB 4PRB 1
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GE-BIN4
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GE-BIN4 Section B-13
Typical Power Backup Wiring
A backup relay (DPDT) connects to the power source 1 in normal operation but will
switch to the power source 2 if source 1 is disabled. The backup relay should be selected
to ensure it is able to support the required power load.
FIGURE NO. 3 Typical Power Backup Wiring
8 PIN RELAY DPDT
(OMRON model MK2EP-UA-AC120)
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source 2
DISTRIBUTION
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LINE
115/230 VAC
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Section B-14 GE-BIN4
Typical alarm connection wiring
The GE controller provides a normally open and normally closed dry contact to set off an
alarm if the auger runs too long or if a bin weight goes below a set limit condition occurs.
Moreover, this same contact can be used to signal a power failure or other malfunctions.
It may be connected to an alarm system or directly to a siren and/or auto-dialer.
Make the normally closed (NC) or normally open (NO) connections as indicated in
figures 4 and 5.
The relay will activate about 30 seconds after an alarm is triggered.
FIGURE NO. 4 Typical Alarm Connection Wiring
ALARM SYSTEM /
AUTO DIALER
ALARM
NC C NO
FIGURE NO. 5 Siren Connection Wiring
Normally closed
manual OFF switch
ALARM
NC C NO
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GE-BIN4 Section B-15
Powering up procedure
Once the GE controller is properly mounted on the wall and all modules are connected to
the terminal block, perform the following steps:
Adjust the Line Voltage Selection Switch
This switch is located on the bottom electronic board and adapts the GE-BIN4 to 115
VAC or 230 VAC line voltage.
Set the line voltage switch (115VAC/230VAC) inside the GE-BIN4 to the correct value
before powering up the GE-BIN4 control.
Verify all connections
Seal all cable entry holes.
Hermetically close the GE Controller
Close the front panel and the lower access cover.
Put the power on
Secure the front panel with a lock
GE Controller compatible modules
This is the list of all the compatible modules that can be connected with the GE controller
with a short description of their function.
Weighing module
 GE-FBT (Feed Bin Transmitter module that allow the GE-BIN4 to measure the bin
weight)
Lightning Isolator module
 GE-LIM (Lightning Isolator Module that protects the GE-BIN4 against lightning)
GE computer interface
 Communication card (X1152 card inserted into the GE controller to communicate
with the computer interface)
 RF-IN2 Communication Module (Module inserted into the controller for a wireless
communication with the computer interface)
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Section B-16 GE-BIN4
Specifications
Master Control
Storage temperature -4°F to 131°F (-20°C to 55°C)
Operating temperature 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Humidity 90% maximum Non-condensing
Weight 3.52 lb (1.6 kg)
Size 12 1/4” x 11” x 4 3/4” (32 cm x 28.8 cm x 11.5 cm)
Protection index IP 66
Warranty 2 years
POWER SUPPLY
Operational voltage range (SW1 on 115 V) 92 to 125 V
Operational voltage range (SW1 on 230 V) 184 to 250 V
Operational frequency range 45 to 65 Hz
Power supply circuit consumption (CPU board) 20 W maximum
Input fuse 125mA, 250V
PROBE INPUTS
Input measuring range 0 Ohm, open circuit
0-5000 mV
Maximum wire length 500 feet (150 m)
Recommended wires 2 strands, shielded, AWG #22
ALARM RELAY
Maximum current 1 A at 30 VDC
Delay before switching 30 seconds (approximate)
Fuse 1A 250VAC
COMMUNICATIONS PORTS
Maximum wire length 820 feet (250 m)
Recommended wire 2 strands, twisted pair, low capacity, shielded, AWG
#22
Important Notice:
- It is important to have a backup system in case of a system failure.
- Low-voltage and high-voltage wires must be passed through different conduits at
least 1 foot (30 cm) apart. If low-voltage and high-voltage conduits must be
crossed, the crossing must be at a 90-degree angle.
- All wiring must be made by a certified electrician and conform to local electrical
regulations.
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GE-BIN4 Section B-17
Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM CAUSE RECOMMENDED ACTION
Screen is blank
Voltage selector setting is
inaccurate.
GE-BIN4 is not powered.
The flat
cable between the
main and the top boards of the
GE-BIN4 is disconnected.
Make sure the line voltage
selector switch is properly
set.
Ma
ke sure the control is
powered.
Make sure the flat cable is
connected.
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GE-BIN4 USER’S GUIDE
Section C-18 GE-BIN4
USER’S GUIDE
GE-BIN4
SECTION C
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GE-BIN4 USER’S GUIDE
Section C-20 GE-BIN4
1. Alarm LED
On the left-hand side of the faceplate appears an alarm LED. This LED comes ON
whenever the control is in alarm.
2. Back Button
The round BACK button allows the users to return to the preceding screen.
3. Navigation Buttons
The navigation buttons are represented by 4 squares with arrows on them.
4. LCD Display
The LCD display is a user-friendly device which allows users to visualize and modify
settings rapidly and efficiently.
5. Value Setting Buttons ( and )
The value buttons appear as 2 squares with a + and - sign on them. These are used to
increase or decrease the value on the screen. Press the button once and release it to
increase or decrease the value by one increment. The value may be changed quickly by
keeping your finger on either button.
6. Settings Group List
On the right-hand side of the faceplate appear 6 vertically aligned LED and, to their right,
a list of the parameter groups. The LED that is lit indicates which parameter group is
selected.
7. ? Button
This button is used to change the language used by the controller.
8. Select Button
This button can return up to 10 screens back. The round SELECT button allows the users
to select a parameter or activate an option.
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