KBR F144-MS-1V1C1TI6DO-3 Use and care manual

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Your partner for
network analysis
4-quadrant controller
F144-MS-1V1C1TI6DO-3
F144-MS-1V1C1TI12DO-3
multicomp
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KBR multicomp F144-3 6DO/12DOTable of contents
1 Functional principle
of the controller...................................8
2 Control and display panel............. 10
3 Setting range of the
congurable parameters:.............. 14
4 Installation and electrical
connection of the system.............. 16
4.1 General, very important
information......................................... 16
4.2 Current transformer connection
and measuring voltage................. 17
4.3 Current transformer
dimensions......................................... 17
4.4 Standard connection diagrams .. 17
5 Commissioning the system.......... 20
5.1 General notes on
commissioning.................................. 20
6 Navigation and device displays .. 22
7 Device displays of the
main menus ....................................... 24
8 Description of the individual
display windows............................... 26
8.1 Initialization window: ..................... 26
8.2
Commissioning window if no
stage power is programmed ..........26
8.3 Start menu window:........................ 29
8.4 Stage state window:........................ 31
8.5 Service window: ............................... 32
8.6 Commissioning window:............... 33
8.7 Switching performance
window:............................................... 37
8.8 Error message window: ................. 39
8.9 Extras window:.................................. 40
9 Notes on troubleshooting ............ 44
10 System and safety
device maintenance........................ 45
11 Technical data.................................... 46
11.1 Measuring and display values..... 46
11.2 Measuring accuracy ........................ 47
11.3 Measuring principle ........................ 47
11.4 Device memory................................. 47
11.5 Other limits:........................................ 47
11.6 Power supply ..................................... 47
11.7 Hardware inputs and outputs ..... 48
11.7.1 Hardware inputs............................... 48
11.7.2 Hardware outputs ........................... 48
11.8 Electrical connection ...................... 49
11.9 Mechanical data ............................... 50
11.10 Standards and miscellaneous...... 50
12 Selection of cables and fuses....... 51
13 Data point description for the
Modbus protocol.............................. 52
multicomp F144-3 ........................... 52
13.1 Modbus commands supported.. 53
13.2 Data formats ...................................... 53
13.3 Interface parameters....................... 56
13.4 Device settings.................................. 56
13.5 Data points......................................... 62
13.6 Device information.......................... 65

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KBR multicomp F144-3 6DO/12DO Introduction
Dear customer
Thank you for choosing a KBR product.
To familiarize yourself with operation and conguration of the device, we recommend
that you read this manual carefully. This will enable you to make use of the entire range of
functions that this high-quality product oers.
The individual chapters serve to explain the technical details of the device and show how
to properly install and start up the device to prevent damage.
This user manual is included in the scope of delivery of the device and must be accessible
to the user at all times (e.g. in the switchgear cabinet). Even if the device is resold to third
parties, the manual remains an inherent part of the device.
Although the utmost care has been taken in putting together this user manual, errors
may still occur. We would be very grateful if you could notify us of any errors or unclear
descriptions you may notice. The form included in the appendix to this manual can be
used to send us corrections or suggested improvements.
Yours sincerely,
KBR GmbH Schwabach

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These operating instructions contain notes that must be observed for your
personal safety and to avoid damage to equipment. These instructions are
identied by a warning sign or information symbol, depending on the degree
of hazard they represent.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
means that death, major injury or substantial property damage may occur if the
appropriate safety measures are not taken.
CAUTION
means that minor injuries or property damage may occur if the appropriate
safety precautions are not taken.
NOTE
is an important piece of information on the product, product handling or the
respective part of the user manual to which special reference is made.
Disclaimer
The contents of this manual have been checked with the described hardware
and software components. However, deviations may occur so that no guar-
antee can be made for complete agreement with the documentation. The
specications given in this manual are checked on a regular basis; necessary
corrections will be included in the next revision.
We appreciate your corrections and comments.

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Safety notes
In order to prevent operating errors, handling of the device has been kept as
simple as possible. This will enable you to use the device very quickly. In your
own interests, however, we recommend you read the following safety instruc-
tions carefully.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
The applicable DIN/VDE regulations must be observed for installation!
Power supply connection, setup and operation of the device may only be
performed by qualied personnel. Qualied personnel as dened in the safety
notes in this user manual are personnel with electrical engineering qualica-
tions, knowledge of the national accident prevention regulations and safety en-
gineering standards as well as of the installation, commissioning and operation
of the device.
To reduce the risk of re or shock hazard, the device must not be exposed to
rain or humidity!
Before connecting the device to the power supply, check whether the local
power supply conditions comply with the specications on the device name-
plate.
A faulty connection may result in the destruction of the device!
When connecting the device, ensure that the data given in the connection
chart is complied with (see "Connection diagram") and that the connection
cables are not live. When wiring, always ensure that all wiring material used is
neither damaged nor defective and that the polarity is correct!
In order to ensure proper and safe product operation, ensure that the device is
transported, stored, installed and assembled and carefully operated and main-
tained in accordance with the specications.
If the device is visibly damaged it should generally be considered unsuitable
for use and disconnected from the power supply. Troubleshooting, repairs and
maintenance work may only be carried out in our facilities or after contacting
our service team.
Unauthorized opening of the the device will render your warranty null and
void. Correct operation can no longer be guaranteed!
Opening the device may expose live parts. Capacitors in the device may still be
charged, even if the device has been disconnected from all power sources. Do
not operate open devices under any circumstances!
Systems that are at risk from lightning strikes must be tted with lightning
protection for all input and output cables (see the "Protective measures" chapter
for recommendations).

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Product liability
You have purchased a high-quality product.
We only use components of the highest quality and maximum reliability.
Each device is subjected to long-term testing before it is delivered.
For details on product liability, please refer to our
general terms and conditions for electronic equipment.
The assured device properties only apply if
the device has been operated in accordance with its intended use!
Disposal
Devices that are faulty, obsolete or no longer in use must be disposed of prop-
erly.
If required, we will dispose of the devices for you.

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KBR multicomp F144-3 6DO/12DO Functional principle
1 Functional principle of the controller
The controller's microprocessor records the mains voltage and current con-
sumption of the entire plant by measuring transformer inputs (A/D converter)
and, on the basis of this, calculates the active and reactive power ratio of the
power supply. The controller operates in four quadrants.
Energy recovery in generator operation is detected and indicated by a "G"
ashing on the LCD display. While in generator operation, compensation to
cos phi 1.00 (output cos phi) is performed. To prevent alternating switching
operations, this target cos phi is maintained for 15 minutes after generator
operation ends.
The compensated power required for the target cos phi is calculated contin-
uously. If the power dierence corresponds to the set hysteresis (switch-on
and switch-o hysteresis), the stages are switched depending on the required
compensation power. Manually switched stages are, however, not included in
the optimization. In case of identical stages with identical power, the stage that
has been switched o for the longest time is switched on.
Having fewer switching operations results in optimum adjustment. Even for
large systems, sensitive controls can be set up with just a few modules. Stage
ratios do not need to be considered. After compensation, switching operations
are interrupted for a congurable time. To prevent alternating switching opera-
tions, you can increase the stage switch-o delay by up to 150% of the smallest
stage's power.
In light load operation (secondary measuring current under the limit), the stag-
es are switched o after the set delay time.
The integrated temperature measurement input monitors the temperature in
the reactive power compensation system and causes the fan to be switched on
if a predened temperature threshold is exceeded and switched o again when
the temperature drops below the reset temperature.
To prevent the fan from switching unnecessarily often, it has a run-on time of
30 minutes. You can switch the fan (output 6 or 12, depending on the device
version) on or o permanently in the "Stage state" menu. If you select "Auto",
the fan output is controlled by the temperature measuring input.
You can also protect the system by dening a switch-o temperature. This
makes it possible to switch stages o in time if there is a risk of damage due
to overheating. Once the temperature drops below the reset temperature, the
stages are switched on again one after the other.

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The settings are saved on an EEPROM so that they are not lost in the event of a
power failure.
The measuring cycle of the controller used to record the necessary network
parameters takes approx. 20 ms.
NOTE
Limit for overvoltage switch-o = measuring voltage + 10% (taking the mea-
suring voltage ratio into account). This value cannot be changed and serves to
protect the compensation system.
In the event of an error, the compensation stages are switched o and "Over-
voltage" is displayed.
Functional principle

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2 Control and display panel
multicomp F144-MS-1V1C1TI6DO-3
multicomp F144-MS-1V1C1TI12DO-3
Operating elements:
1 LCD displaying the current status and user prompts
2 Number of possible controller output lines
3 Two sensor buttons for parameter conguration
4 Two sensor buttons for menu selection
1
2
3 4
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3 4

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General notes on operating the sensor buttons:
Ubutton Start conguration and reset input
Vbutton Change values during conguration
Wbutton Navigate through submenus
Xbutton Navigate through main menus and save button during conguration
Button combinations:
Uand VDelete accumulated values and reset the system
Default controller settings after reset:
Consumption target cos phi: 0.95 inductive
Recovery target cos phi: 1.00 (cannot be changed)
Alarm cos phi: 0.92 inductive
Main transformer current: Primary current 1000 A
Secondary current 5 A
Measuring voltage: Primary voltage 400 V Ph-Ph
(corresponds to 230V Ph-N )
Secondary voltage 400 V Ph-Ph
(corresponds to 230V Ph-N )
Rot. eld U: L1-N
Rot. eld I: L1
Current attenuation coecient: 0
Voltage attenuation coecient: 0
Attenuation coecient Qmiss: 0
Alarm delay: 20 minutes (1200 s)
Idle time: 30 ms
Switching interval: 50 ms
Hysteresis connection: 100% of lowest stage power
Hysteresis switch-o: 100% of lowest stage power
Operating cycle count: active
Stage switching mode: Automatic
Sampling rate: Automatic
Harmonics monitoring: Activated by set limit
Limit THD 8%

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Stage power: Not set
Max. stage power per switching cycle: 0 kvar
Stage power monitored: Deactivated
Discharge time: 20 ms
Password: No password (9999, meaning all functions
are accessible)
Language display: English
Contrast setting: 5
Brightness setting: 5
Dimmer brightness: 0
Light load limit: 15 mA
Light load delay: 60 minutes
Temperature measurement: On
Output 6/12 as stage or fan: Fan output
Fan switch-on temperature: > 28 °C
Fan switch-o temperature: < 23 °C
System switch-o temperature: > 48°C
System switch-on temperature: < 43°C
Learning mode menu display: O
Touch tones: On
Error message dialog after reset:
No measuring voltage: Message and alarm relay
No stage power: Message and alarm relay
PFC too small: Message and alarm relay
THD too high: Message and alarm relay
No measuring current: Message and alarm relay
Light load operation: Message and alarm relay
Temperature switch-o: Message and alarm relay
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The controls in the compensation systems are preset.
The following parameters need to be checked or set:
Target cos phi in accordance with the electricity supplier regulations
(for kVA tari cos phi = 1)
Primary current and secondary current in accordance with input current
transformer.
Voltage transformer ratio, if required
NOTE
Upon delivery, the bus protocol is set to: Modbus RTU, baud rate 38400, parity
even
This setting can only be changed manually on the device.
Performing a "Reset to default settings" has no eect on changed settings.
Control and display panel

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3 Setting range of the
congurable parameters:
Stage state:
Stage switching mode Automatic, Manual o, Manual on
Commissioning:
Password 4 digits, numerical, no password = 9999
(meaning all functions are accessible)
Primary current 1 A to 999999A
Secondary current 1 and 5 A
Consumption target cosφ ind. 0.80 to cap. 0.80
Recovery target cosφ ind. 1.0 (cannot be changed)
Primary voltage 1 V to 999999 V Ph-Ph
Secondary voltage 1 V to 999 V Ph-Ph
Discharge time 20 to 9999 ms
Max. stage power per
switching cycle 0 to 9999 kvar
Rot. eld U L1N, L2N, L3N, L12, L23, L31
Rot. eld I L1, L2, L3, -L1, -L2, -L3
Stage power learning mode Yes, No
Stage power 0 to 999.9 kvar
Switching performance:
Hysteresis connection 70 to 150 %
Hysteresis switch-o 70 to 150 %
Alarm relay time 3 to 3000 sec.
Idle time 20 to 9999 ms
Switching interval 50 to 9999 ms
FTS alarm cosφ ind. 0.70 to 1.00
Attenuation coecient Qmiss 0 to 9
Voltage attenuation coecient 0 to 9
Current attenuation coecient 0 to 9
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Error message dialog:
Missing measuring voltage The setting Message or
Missing stage power Alarm relay or Message and
PFC too small Alarm relay or O
THD too high is identical for all errors!
No measuring current
Light load
Temperature switch-o
Extras:
Display language German, English, French, Spanish
Limit THD 0 to 10%, harmonics monitoring can be dis-
abled (0%)
Scanning frequency Automatic, xed 50 Hz, xed 60 Hz
Stage power monitored Yes, No
Reset Run
Contrast setting 0 to 10
Brightness setting 0 to 9
Dimmer brightness 0 to 9
Light load limit 15 mA, 50 mA
Light load delay 1 minute to 60 minutes
Temperature measurement On / O
Output 6 or 12
(depending on the
controller version) Compensation stage, fan output
Switching threshold fan on > 0 °C to 60 °C
Switching threshold fan o 0 °C to 60 °C
Switching threshold system o > 0 °C to 60 °C
Switching threshold system on 0 °C to 60 °C
Bus mode Modbus (eBus for production)
Learning mode menu display On / O
Touch tones On / O
Control and display panel

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4 Installation and electrical connection of
the system
4.1 General, very important information
Tighten all screws and connections. Failure to do so will void the warranty.
Install and operate the device in accordance with the applicable VDE regula-
tions (in particular VDE 0100) and the electricity supplier's regulations.
Connection cross-sections and fuse protection table: see annex.
CAUTION!
Failure to observe the connection conditions or exceeding the permissible
voltage range may result in damage or destruction of the device.
Before connecting the power supply to the device, please note:
The voltage and frequency must comply with the specications on the name-
plate. Observe the limits specied in this manual!
The electrical installation of the building must have a circuit-breaker or fuse
for the power supply voltage, in accordance with the applicable local regula-
tions.
Install an isolating switch that is easily accessible to the user and close to the
device. It must be marked as an isolating switch for this device.
Install a suitable, correspondingly marked fuse and isolating switch for the
voltage measurement inputs nearby (or, alternatively, a circuit breaker). These
voltages are hazardous live!
Voltages that exceed the permissible rated voltages must be connected via a
voltage transformer.
Measuring voltages and measuring currents must come from the same net-
work.

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4.2 Current transformer connection and measuring voltage
If possible, mount the transformer in the phase that corresponds to L1 of the
compensation system (determine by means of voltage measurement). All ca-
pacitor and consumer currents must be determined. In case of an unbalanced
phase load (in small companies), install the transformer in the phase with the
highest load.
P1 (K) to energy supply (indicated on the transformer).
P2 (L) to load outputs
S1 (k) with terminal k (controller terminal 20) and
Connect S2 (l) to terminal l (controller terminal 21) in the compensation sys-
tem (use a two-color cable!).
Wire cross section: up to 3 m =1.5mm², up to 6m =2.5mm². For longer dis-
tances, we recommend using a 1 A transformer. The controller is designed for
connection to 5 A and 1 A transformers; switching is done by rmware.
If you use existing transformers, the current paths must always be connected in
series. The secondary transformer current needs to be at least 15 mA. For lower
currents, no capacitors are connected ("No measuring current" is displayed).
Connect the measuring voltage in accordance with the connection diagram.
4.3 Current transformer dimensions
The current transformer is designed on the basis of the current consumption of
the consumers, not the capacitor current. If, in addition to the reactive power
controller, other measuring devices are connected to the same transformer, the
transformer power needs to be chosen accordingly. If the transformer and the
controller are far apart, losses also occur in the current transformer cable, which
need to be taken into consideration.
4.4 Standard connection diagrams
NOTE
The stage outputs are optocoupler outputs. If direct fan control is required,
install an external switch relay (power supply input max. 30 VDC, max. 35 mA,
switching capacity output 250 VAC / 2A, oating).

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+-+-
Contact is open by no power and alarm Kontakt bei Störung und im stromlosen Zustand oen
30 31 70 71 90 91 92
Alarm
temperature
probe
Temperatur-
fühler /
Bus
B
A
40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53
+ 24 -
+ 24 -
Kompensationsanlage power factor correction equipment
Verbraucher / consumer
Digitale Ausgänge digital outputs
+ k1 k2 k3 k4 k5 k6
+ k7 k8 k9 k10 k1 1 k12
Digitale Ausgänge digital outputs
k l
20 21
Messstrom/ measuring current
KL
LN
10 11
F1 F2 F3 F4
Trenn- vorrichtung/ circuit breaker
weitere Stufen further stages
12
L1 EVU L2 L3 N
Steuerspannung/ driving voltage
PE
Hinweis :/ note k6 bz w. k12 wahlweise Lüfteranschluss oder Kompensationsstufe (W erkseinstellung = Lüfteranschluss) (je nach Ausführung 6-stuger oder 12-stuger Regler) Die Stufenausgänge sind Optokopplerausgänge. Um einen Lüfter direkt anzusteuern, muss bei Bedarf bauseits ein externes Schaltrelais (Eingang Versorgungsspannung max. 30 VDC, max. 35 mA, Ausgang Schaltleistung 250 V AC / 2A potentialfrei) nachgerüstet werden.
k6 or k12 optional fan connection or compensation stage (factory default = fan connection) (depending on version 6-stage or 12-stage controller)
The stage outputs are optocoupler outputs. In order to control a
fan directly, an external switching relay must be connected by the customer if required (supply voltage input max. 30 VDC, max. 35 mA, output switching capacity 250 V AC / 2A potential-free)
*)
*) *)
100-240V
+/- 10%
DC/50/
60 HZ
Messspannung
Measuring voltage
30 ... 690 V
Messspannung
Measuring voltage
30 ... 690 V
Connection measuring voltage Ph-N
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+-+-
Contact is open by no power and alarm Kontakt bei Störung und im stromlosen Zustand oen 30 31 70 71 90 91 92
Alarm
temperature
probe
Temperatur-
fühler /
Bus
B
A
40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53
+ 24 -
+ 24 -
weitere Stufen further stages
Kompensationsanlage power factor correction equipment
Ve rbraucher / consumer
Digitale Ausgänge digital output s
+ k1 k2 k3 k4 k5 k6
+ k7 k8 k9 k10 k1 1 k12
Digitale Ausgänge digital output s
F1 F2 F3 F4
Trenn- vorrichtung/ circuit breaker
k l
20 21
Messstrom/ measuring current
KL
L2 L3
12 10 11
L1 EVU L2 L3 N
Steuerspannung/ driving voltage
PE
Hinweis / note: k6 bzw. k12 wahlweise Lüfteranschluss oder Kompensationsstufe (Werkseinstellung = Lüfteranschluss) (je nachAusführung 6-stuger oder 12-stuger Regler) Die Stufenausgänge sind Optokopplerausgänge. Um einen Lüfter direkt anzusteuern, muss bei Bedarf bauseits ein externes Schaltrelais (Eingang Versorgungsspannung max. 30 VDC, max. 35 mA, Ausgang Schaltleistung 250 V AC / 2A potentialfrei) nachgerüstet werden.
*)
*)
*)
Messspannung
Measuring voltage
30 ... 690 V
100-240V
+/- 10%
DC/50/
60 HZ
k6 or k12 optional fan connection or compensation stage (factory default = fan connection) (depending on version 6-stage or 12-stage controller) The stage outputs are optocoupler outputs. In order to control a fan directly, an external switching relay must be connected by the customer if required (supply voltage input max. 30 VDC, max. 35 mA, output switching capacity 250 V AC / 2A potential-free)
Connection measuring voltage
Ph-Ph
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5 Commissioning the system
5.1 General notes on commissioning
The controller is congured as a compensation system component (see con-
nection diagram) by default. The following settings need to be congured or
checked:
Target cos phi according to the energy supplier's specications.
Primary and secondary current in the main circuit in accordance with the
mounted transformer.
Set the measuring voltage transformer data, if necessary.
If no stage powers have been congured, the controller will switch to the
Commissioning menu after initialization. Next, stage power programming can
be performed in the settings menu, or using the learning process.
NOTE
You can start the learning process from the "Learning mode activate" submenu
in the Commissioning menu, using the Enter/Input buttons.
If the "Learning mode" window does not open, please check that
Menu on is set for "Learning mode" in the "Extras" menu.
The settings are saved on an EEPROM so that they are not lost in the event of
a power failure.
Switch on a sucient number of inductive consumers (e.g. motors) before
switching the compensation system on. A transformer current of at least 15
mA needs to ow in the secondary circuit for the controller to be activated.
Below this limit, the error message "No transformer current" will be displayed.
Check the transformer connection (is the transformer ratio too high?).
If all connection conditions are OK, the instantaneous power factor cos phi
should be displayed after initialization, e.g. normally, when no capacitors are
connected, cos phi is between 0.6 and 0.9 inductive, (e.g. cos phi 0.80 ind).
If a capacitive value is displayed, or if the "G" symbol is ashing, the phase
allocation of the current and voltage measurement is incorrect.
In the Commissioning programming menu, the phase allocation can be
changed using the functions Rot. eld U and Rot. eld I (provided that there is
no generator in operation at the time).