platypus PSCGen6-NO User manual

Platypus Controller User
Manual - Gen 6
PLATYPUS
CONTROLLER
PLATYPUS
CONTROLLER
PLATYPUS
CONTROLLER
Platypus Fire Pty Ltd
makers of the and
The Sensible Bushfire Protection System

Contents
Warning Symbols Explained................................................................................................................. 1
Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................. 1
verview ................................................................................................................................................ 2
Read before operation .......................................................................................................................... 3
Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................. 3
RCM .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Home Screen ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Password Screen ............................................................................................................................... 5
System Screen .................................................................................................................................... 5
Auto/Manual Screen ........................................................................................................................ 6
Display Log Screen ............................................................................................................................ 7
Cycle Times ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Set Trigger Level ................................................................................................................................ 9
Change Password Screen ............................................................................................................... 10
View System .................................................................................................................................... 10
Test System ..................................................................................................................................... 11
Phone ........................................................................................................................................... 11
Battery ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Set Clock/Date ................................................................................................................................ 12
Info ................................................................................................................................................... 13
System ............................................................................................................................................. 14
About ........................................................................................................................................... 14
Install ........................................................................................................................................... 14
Access .......................................................................................................................................... 16
Set .................................................................................................................................................... 16
Diesel ........................................................................................................................................... 16
Phone ............................................................................................................................................... 18
Location ....................................................................................................................................... 19
Primary Phone Number ............................................................................................................. 19
Additional Numbers ................................................................................................................... 20
Evac ................................................................................................................................................. 20
Aux ................................................................................................................................................... 21
Active Screen .................................................................................................................................. 22

Pause Screen ................................................................................................................................... 23
Control Words for SMS functions ...................................................................................................... 24
System ............................................................................................................................................. 24
Temp ................................................................................................................................................ 24
Status ............................................................................................................................................... 24
Auto ................................................................................................................................................. 25
Trigger ............................................................................................................................................. 25
n ..................................................................................................................................................... 25
ff .................................................................................................................................................... 25
Evac ................................................................................................................................................. 26
Battery ............................................................................................................................................. 26
Trouble Shooting ................................................................................................................................ 27
Installation Notes ............................................................................................................................... 28
Installing the Platypus Controller ..................................................................................................... 29
Location ........................................................................................................................................... 29
Mains utlet .................................................................................................................................... 30
Switching loads greater than 12A ............................................................................................. 30
Terminals ............................................................................................................................................ 31
External Temperature Sensor ........................................................................................................... 32
Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 33

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Platypus Controller ver-6.0.0
Warning Symbols Explained
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the Platypus Controller.
Important Safety Instructions
•Read these instructions
•Do not modify this controller in any way
•Keep these instructions
•Heed all warnings
•Follow all instructions
•Do not allow water to enter this controller
•Do not drill holes in this controller's enclosure
•Refer all installation and servicing to qualified service personnel
Please read these instructions fully and carefully before using this controller.
The Platypus Controller operate from 24 volts. Death or serious injury may result if this
product is not correctly installed and operated.

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Platypus Controller ver-6.0.0
Overview
The Platypus Controller is a powerful, flexible controller that can be configured in a variety of
ways to control a pump(s) and watering systems. It can communicate with the user via SMS or
manually from the on board touch screen. The Platypus Controller can be set to operate using
the controllers intuitive program interface.
The Platypus Sprinkler Controller operates by monitoring the ambient air temperature.
When the measured ambient air temperature is equal to, or greater than the trigger
temperature which has been set by the user, the Platypus Sprinkler Controller will become
active.
Becoming active means,
•A 15 second alarm will sound, warning the system will be switched on.
•An SMS (if the phone option is installed) message will be sent to the selected mobile
telephone
•nce the alarm ceases all installed devices will be activated.
• All installed devices will remain active for the run time period, as set by the user
•After the runtime period has elapsed all installed devices will be de-activated for the
pause period, as set by the user
At the end of the pause period the ambient temperature will be measured and compared to the
preset trigger temperature minus five degrees.
If the measured ambient air temperature is equal to, or greater than the trigger temperature
which has been set by the user, the Platypus Sprinkler Controller will again become active.
nce the ambient air temperature is 5 degrees less than the trigger temperature, the Platypus
Controller will return to the idle state and display the home screen.

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Platypus Controller ver-6.0.0
Read before operation
Installation
The Platypus Controller should be installed by a Platypus certified installer. This will ensure
correct placement and operation of all components.
Safety Precautions
•Keep this manual where an operator can easily locate it.
•Read this manual prior to operating the equipment.
•There are no serviceable components inside the Platypus Sprinkler Controller. Do not
remove any of the internal face plates. There are dangerous voltages and the risk of
electric shock.
•If the power cord of this equipment is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
RCM
The RCM compliance mark is visible on the "System Screen" .

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Platypus Controller ver-6.0.0
Home Screen
When the GSM module has been installed and a sim card is installed, the current date and time
will be obtained from the telephone network. The current date is displayed at the top left of the
home screen and the current time is displayed on the top right of the home screen.
If the GSM module is not selected or there is no sim card inserted, the time and date will have to be
set manually, as explained on page 13.
The preset trigger temperature is displayed in red just below the date. pposite this on the right
hand side of the Home screen, the current ambient air temperature is displayed in red.
At the bottom left of the screen a green bar indicates the approximate strength of the telephone
reception signal.
At the bottom of the screen a blue message "System is in Auto Mode" will be displayed
indicating the controller is ready and in the Auto mode. therwise a red message "System is in
Manual Mode" will be displayed.
In Auto mode the controller will respond to an over temperature event automatically.
In manual mode it is up to an operator to turn the controller on and off as required.
To offer the greatest protection it is strongly recommended to leave the Platypus
Controller in the Auto mode of operation.
Touching anywhere on the Platypus logo will take the user to the Password screen.
If more than 3 minutes elapses and the screen has not been touched the Platypus Sprinkler
Controller will go to sleep. Sleep mode reduces the overall power consumption of the Platypus
Sprinkler Controller.
To wake the Platypus Sprinkler Controller from sleep, touch the screen anywhere and the
"Home" screen will be displayed.

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Platypus Controller ver-6.0.0
Password Screen
The user password screen has a yellow background.
Enter your four (4) digit code.
(he Platypus Controller is delivered from the factory with the password set to "1234". he
installer of the Platypus Controller may override this code with a new four(4) digit code. , which
will be given to you at the time of installation.)
If the entered four (4) digit code is valid, the controller display will go to the System screen.
If an invalid four (4) digit code is entered, the controller will give four beeps and return to the
Home screen.
Pressing the "Exit" button on the keyboard at anytime will take the user back to the Home
screen. From here you can touch on the Platypus logo to return to the password screen.
If more than 3 minutes elapses and no buttons on this screen have been pressed, the Controller
will return to the home screen.
System Screen
From this screen it is possible to access all the user functions of the Platypus Sprinkler
Controller.
Figure 1: With SIM card installed.
Figure 2: without SIM card installed.
•Mode: Select auto or manual operation

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Platypus Controller ver-6.0.0
•Access: Enter a new user password
•Cycle: Adjust the run and pause times of the system
•View: Indicates which functions of the Platypus controller are active
•Trigger: Allows manual adjustment of the trigger temperature
•Log: Displays a log of access codes and temperatures
•Clock: Set time and date (This button will not be displayed if a SIM card
is installed)
•Test: Allows testing of the selected functions
•Info: Gives an overview of the system settings
•System: Displays the system password access screen
Select a function by touching on the function button. The display will then switch to the
screen of the selected function.
If more than 3 minutes elapses and no buttons on this screen have been pressed, the Controller
will return to the home screen.
To exit the System screen at any time, touch the red Home button at the bottom right of
the screen.
Auto/Manual Screen
From this screen the operator can select manual or automatic operation of the Platypus
Sprinkler Controller.
The green highlighted buttons indicate the current mode setting for the Platypus Controller.
If the mode setting is Auto, to select manual operation, press the "Manual" button. This will
toggle the setting to Manual.
Once manual operation mode has been selected the Platypus Sprinkler Controller will no
longer respond automatically to temperatures above the set trigger point.
If the mode setting is Manual, to select Auto operation, press the "Auto" button. This will toggle
the setting to Auto.
The controller will send a text message (if a telephone module is installed) to the registered
telephone number indicating AUT or MANUAL mode of operation.
To operate the system manually set the mode to "Manual" and press the " n" button. The
Platypus Controller will become active.
To exit the Auto/Manual screen at any time, press the red "Back" button.