Refrigeration Innovation Thermo-Simple 1 version 2 User manual

Thermo-Simple 1 version 2 (TS.1 ver.2)
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Refrigeration Innovation
Thermo-Simple 1 version 2
Manual
Refrigeration Innovation
575 Menlo Drive Suite 5
Rocklin, CA 95765
P: 530.666.3020
For Technical Support contact 530-666-3020 ext 103
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HARDWARE CONFIGURATIONS
MULTI-NODE (SPINE) CONFIGURATIONS
This configuration allows a single power supply to power up to 6 Thermo-Simple 1 and/or 2.
Power Supply for Multi-Node
The power supply for Multi-Node Configuration is not interchangeable with Single Node power supply. This is due to different load
requirements.
INPUT
Plug type: NEMA 1-15p
Voltage: 100-240 Vac(50-60 Hz)
Current: 0.2 A
OUTPUT
Plug type: RJ45 (8 Positions 8 Contacts)
Voltage: 12 Vdc
Current: 1.5 A
Power Harness
PN: H2-S
Power Supply
PN: PS-S-1
Sensor –6 feet
PN: H3-6
Sensor –13 feet
PN: H3-13
Sensor –25 feet
PN: H3-25
Spine Cable –6 feet
PN: Spine-6
Spine Cable –13 feet
PN: Spine-13
Spine Cable –25 feet
PN: Spine-25
Junction Box (Single Temp.)
PN: ST-3
Display Unit
PN: TS1-DS
Mounting
Harness
PN: TS1-MP
Contact Cover
PN: TS1-PC

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Junction Box (For Single Temperature Case)
There are three RJ45 receptacles. The main power receptacles are the 2 on left and right hand side. The third receptacle on the
bottom provides regulated power output for Thermo-Simple thermometers.
NOTE ON JUNCTION BOX CONNECTIONS:
DO NOT connect Thermo-Simple Power harness, H2 harness, into any of the 2 main power receptacles.
DO NOT connect Power Supply or Spine cable, into the third output receptacles.
For proper connection please refer to the Multi-Node (Spine) Configuration diagram.
SPINE Port:
Connect Power Supply or Spine Cable
here.
WARNING:
DO NOT connect H2-S Power
harness in here.
Thermo Simple Port:
Connect Power harness (H2-S) here.
WARNING:
DO NOT connect Power Supply or
Spine cable in here.

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SINGLE NODE CONFIGURATION
Node configuration is suitable for isolated cases, one power supply per Thermo-Simple device."
Power Supply
INPUT
Plug type: NEMA 1-15p
Voltage: 100-240 Vac (50-60 Hz)
Current: 0.2 A
OUTPUT
Plug type: Molex 2 Pin
Voltage: 12 Vdc
Current: 0.35 A
Dual temperature Power harness
For dual temperature case with Dry Contact switch control. The dual temperature cable wire is orange and white orange. There’s no
polarity. The wires connect to the switch in series.
Display Unit
PN: TS1-DS
Mounting
Harness
PN: TS1-MP
Power Supply
PN: PS-12-350
Single Temp.
Power Harness
PN: H2-N
Dual Temp.
Power Harness
PN: H2-N-DT
Sensor –6 feet
PN: H3-6
Sensor –13 feet
PN: H3-13
Sensor –25 feet
PN: H3-25
Dual Temp. Input
Not available on Single Temp. Power
Harness

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With Dual-Temp power harness the set-point can be automatically switched between 5.0°F (Low Temperature) and 40.0°F (Medium
Temperature) depending on the Dual Temperature switch position on the case.
When the switch is open, the set-point becomes +40.0°F (Medium Temperature).
When the switch is close, the set-point becomes +5.0°F (Low Temperature).
When the case switches from +40.0°F (Medium Temperature) to +5.0°F (Low Temperature) there will be a 30 minute delay to allow
time for the case to cool down.
However, when the case switches from +5.0°F (Low Temperature) to +40.0°F (Medium Temperature) there will be no delay. When
the dual temperature case is switch between Frozen Food Case to Fresh Food Case, the Thermo-Simple will change between +40 and
+5 settings immediately.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Thermo-Simple 1 Version 2 consists of 2 main components.
The first part, installed first in a case, is the Mounting Plate. The second part, attached to the Mounting Plate, is the Display Unit.
The spring contact provides power and temperature reading to the Display unit. In order for the spring contact to work properly, it is
imperative to use #6 Pan Head screws on the Mounting Plate and #4 Undercut Countersunk with length no longer than 3/16 inch .
Display Screw:
#4 x 3/16”
40° Undercut-Countersunk
self tapping screws
Mounting Plate
Screws:
#6 Pan head
self tapping screws
Display Unit
Mounting Plate
Spring Contact

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MOUNTING PLATE SCREW CLEARANCES
It is critical that #6 or #8 Low Profile Pan Head screws are used to ensure proper device operation.
DISPLAY SCREW CLEARANCES
It is critical that #4 x 3/16” Flathead Undercut Countersunk screws are used to ensure proper engagement
between the Mounting Plate spring connector and the Device.
Spring Contact
Connection between
Mounting Plate and Device’s
Main Boards
Main Board and
Mounting Plate
Clearances
This clearance
CANNOT be
compromised for
normal operation
Clearance between #6 and #4 x
screws MUST be maintained to
ensure secured engagement
between the Mounting Plate
and the Device.
Using longer and/or
unspecified head type on #4
screws can compromise device
operations

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DISPLAY UNIT
DISPLAY
TS.1.v2 displays temperature in its default state. It also displays incoming and outgoing communication between the device and the
wireless network a wireless system.
MAGNETIC SWITCHES
To trigger the magnetic switch on the TS.1 device, a Refrigeration Innovation Magnet Tool is needed. In absence of the Magnet Tool,
the magnetic switch on the TS.1 device can be triggered by any strong magnet (Neodymium rare-earth type). A typical refrigerator
door magnet or whiteboard magnet are NOT strong enough).
Incoming Data
Indicator
(wireless system only)
Outgoing Data
Indicator
(wireless system only)
Positive/Negative
Temperature indicator
Temperature Scale
Numeral Indicator
(Temperature/Set-Point/
Device’s Address/Status)
Show Set-Point Setting
Next/Up Switch
Function/Enter /Confirm
Switch
Temp. Scale/Cancel/Escape
Switch
Show Last Alarm (in Hours)
Previous/Down Switch

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
Unlocking Display
After 4.5 minutes after being powered on. The display unit will automatically lock itself to prevent unintended changes.
To unlock and change settings:
1. Trigger F/X switch.
2. Using Up/Down arrow turns the first digit to 5. Then set it by triggering the F/X switch
3. Repeat step 2 until all three digits are set to 567. The display unit will ask you to confirm this unlocking procedure.
4. Trigger F/X switch to confirm unlocking procedure.
5. The unit is now unlocked. You can now access Function #1 to #19 using the Up/Down switch.
DISPLAY UNIT SETTINGS
These functions list checks and changes the display unit internal settings.
Function #1: Default Temperature Scale
Changing default temperature scale.
To change default temperature scale, unlock the display unit first, and then follow these steps:
1. Trigger F/X switch. The display unit will ask for what Function to select.
2. Select #1 using Up/Down switch.
3. Then trigger F/X switch again to confirm function selection.
The display unit will show the current default temperature scale.
4. Select default temperature scale using Up/Down arrow
5. Trigger F/X switch to confirm your selection. The display unit default temperature scale is now in Celsius.

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Function #2: Enable/Disable Defrost Indicator
When a refrigeration unit goes out of temperature, there may be nothing wrong at all. It is part of the refrigeration unit cycle to
defrost. During this cycle by default the display unit will indicate ‘dEF’. If defrost indicator is disabled, the display unit will indicate
temperature reading.
Trigger the F/C switch to see temperature reading during this cycle.
To enable/disable defrost indicator, unlock the display unit first, and then follow these steps:
1. Trigger F/X switch. The display unit will ask for what Function to select.
2. Select #2 using Up/Down switch
3. Then trigger F/X switch again to confirm function selection.
The display unit will show the current Defrost indicator.
‘+dEF’ means that the defrost indicator is on.
‘-dEF’ means that the defrost indicator is off.
4. Turn off (or on) defrost indicator using Up/Down switch.
5. Trigger F/X switch to confirm your selection. Defrost indicator is now off.
Function #3: Enable/Disable Freeze Alarm
In some refrigeration case containing dairy, fresh produce, and other similar ingredients, it is necessary to keep the ingredients fresh
and cool but not frozen. For these cases enabling freeze alarm on the display unit may be appropriate.
By default, freeze alarm is disabled.
If enabled, display unit will start flashing blue if the temperature drops below 33.5°F
To enable/disable freeze alarm, unlock the display unit first, and then follow these steps:
1. Trigger F/X switch, the display unit will ask for what Function to select.
2. Select #3 using Up/Down switch

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3. Then trigger F/X switch again to confirm function selection.
The display unit will show the current Freeze alarm setting
‘-Fr’ means that the freeze alarm is off
‘+Fr’ means that the freeze alarm is on
4. Turn on (or off) freeze alarm using Up/Down switch.
5. Trigger F/X switch to confirm your selection. Freeze alarm is now enabled.
Function #4: Color Scheme
There are 3 color schemes available.
1. Blue Green Amber (BGA): Amber Alarm
2. Green Amber Red (GAR): Amber and Red Alarm
3. No color (only temperature display)
The default color scheme setting is BGA.
To change the color scheme, unlock the display unit first, and then follow these steps:
1. Trigger F/X switch, the display unit will ask for what function to select.
Solid Blue –Frozen Status
Solid Green –Fresh Status
Flashing Amber (after defrost / first 60 /
first 90 minutes) –Out of Temp. Alarm
Solid Green –Fresh/Frozen Status
Flashing Yellow –Short duration over temp. alarm
(first 60 / first 90 minutes )
Flashing Red –Long duration over temp. alarm
(After the first 60/ first 90 minutes of an Amber alarm)

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2. Select #4 using Up/Down switch
3. Then trigger F/X switch again to confirm function selection.
The display will show the current color scheme.
‘bGA’ means Blue Green Amber.
‘GAr’ means Green Amber Red.
‘n-C’ means No color.
4. Select any color scheme using Up/Down switch.
5. Trigger F/X switch to confirm you selection. The color scheme is now Green Amber Red.

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Function #12: Alarm Flag
If the unit ever went out of temperature the display unit will alternate between temperature reading and “ALA”.
This means that even though the case is back in temperature, it has been out of temperature for more than 60 minutes previously.
First 60 minutes after defrost timer
is up
(70 minutes on set-points with
freeze alarm)
The units will shows “ALA” on display along with flashing
amber/yellow for the first 60 minutes after 60 minutes
defrost timer is up. (70 minutes after 70 minutes defrost
timer is up on set-point with freeze alarm)
Master Alarm will turn on within 60 minutes (Wireless
System Only)
After an alarm condition has gone
away
The unit will go back to normal operation, however the
display will alternate between “ALA” and the actual
temperature, alternating approximately every three
seconds.
To clear the alarm condition,
Tap “F/C” switch once using a RI Magik Wand® or any
strong magnet.
Once the temperature goes back below (or over, for hot food set-point 142F), the TS.2 unit will display the temperature and “ALA”
repetitively until “F/C” switch has been triggered.
By default, the Alarm Flag is disabled
To enable, unlock the display unit, and follow these steps:
Display
Alternates
Tap “F/C”
here FIRST
Magnet End

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1. Trigger F/X switch, the display unit will ask what function to select.
2. Using Up/Down switch select #12
“12”
3. Trigger F/X switch, the confirm function selection
The display unit will show current ALA status.
“-ALA”
4. Using Up/Down switch, turn ALA display on (or off)
“+ALA”
5. Trigger F/X switch to confirm ALA setting
Function #5: Set-Point
Set-Point is a temperature point where a case turns from being in good status to alarm (out of temperature) status.
There are 8 different set-points.
Dual Set-Points (5.0°F and 40.0°F)
For dual temperature case, the set-point can be automatically switched between 5.0°F and 40.0°F depending on the Dual
Temperature switch on the case. Therefore when the dual temperature case is changes between Frozen Food Case to Fresh Food
Case, the display unit will automatically change its set-point to match the case temperature setting.
0.0°F
LED COLOR and STATE
DESCRIPTIONS
SOLID BLUE on BGA
SOLID GREEN on GAR
Below set-point.
(-2 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID BLUE on BGA
SOLID GREEN on GAR
At set-point.
(0 degrees Fahrenheit)
SOLID PURPLE & dEF
Above set-point no more than 60 or 90 minutes
depending on Fnc 6 setting 60 or 90.
FLASHING AMBER
Above set-point for more than 60 minutes.
(First Alarm with optional Red alarm)
FLASHING RED
(on GAR only)
Above set-point for more than 120 minutes.
(Second Alarm after Amber Alarm)
Suggested Product for this Set-point:
- Ice Cream
- Frozen Foood
5.0°F (Dual Temp Low Setting)

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LED COLOR and STATE
DESCRIPTIONS
SOLID BLUE on BGA
SOLID GREEN on GAR
Below set-point.
(0 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID BLUE on BGA
SOLID GREE on GAR
At set-point.
(5 degrees Fahrenheit)
SOLID PURPLE & dEF
Above set-point for the first time.
Device assumes case is in Defrost for the first 60
minutes.
FLASHING AMBER
Above set-point for more than 60 minutes.
(First Alarm with optional Red alarm)
FLASHING RED
(on GAR only)
Above set-point for more than 120 minutes.
(Second Alarm after Amber Alarm)
Suggested Product for this Set-point:
- Ice Cream
- Frozen Food
36.0°F
LED COLOR and STATE
DESCRIPTIONS
SOLID GREEN
Below set-point.
(34.4 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID GREEN
At set-point.
(36 degrees Fahrenheit)
SOLID PURPLE & dEF
Above set-point for the first time.
Device assumes case is in Defrost for the first 60
minutes.
FLASHING AMBER
Above set-point for more than 60 minutes.
(First Alarm with optional Red alarm)
FLASHING RED
(on GAR only)
Above set-point for more than 120 minutes.
(Second Alarm after Amber Alarm)
Suggested Product for this Set-point:
- Fresh Meat
- Fresh Fish
40.0 °F (Dual Temp Hi Setting)
LED COLOR and STATE
DESCRIPTIONS

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SOLID GREEN
Below set-point.
(34.4 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID GREEN
At set-point.
(40 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID PURPLE & dEF
Above set-point for the first time
Device assumes case is in Defrost for the first 60
minutes.
FLASHING AMBER
Above set-point for more than 60 minutes.
(First Alarm with optional Red alarm)
FLASHING RED
(on GAR only)
Above set-point for more than 120 minutes.
(Second Alarm after Amber Alarm)
Suggested Product for this Set-point:
- Fresh Meat
- Fresh Fish
43.0°F with Freeze Alarm
LED COLOR and STATE
DESCRIPTIONS
FLASHING BLUE on BGA
FLASHING RED on GAR
Below freezing point.
(Freeze Alarm starts at 33.5 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID GREEN
At or below set-point.
(43 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID PURPLE & dEF
Above set-point for the first time.
Device assumes case is in Defrost for the first 60
minutes.
FLASHING AMBER
Above set-point for more than 60 minutes.
(First Alarm with optional Red alarm)
FLASHING RED
(on GAR only)
Above set-point for more than 120 minutes.
(Second Alarm after Amber Alarm)
Suggested Product for this Set-point:
- Fresh Produce
- Fresh Fruit
52.0°F
LED COLOR and STATE
DESCRIPTIONS

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SOLID GREEN
Below set-point.
(40 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID GREEN
At or below set-point.
(52 degree Fahrenheit)
FLASHING AMBER
Above set-point for more than 60 minutes.
(First Alarm with optional Red alarm)
FLASHING RED
(on GAR only)
Above set-point for more than 120 minutes.
(Second Alarm after Amber Alarm)
Suggested Product for this Set-point:
- Cheese
- Delicatessens
57.0°F with Freeze Alarm
LED COLOR and STATE
DESCRIPTIONS
FLASHING BLUE on BGA
FLASHING RED on GAR
Below freezing point.
(Freeze Alarm starts at 33.5 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID GREEN
At or below set-point.
(57 degree Fahrenheit)
SOLID PURPLE & dEF
Above set-point for the first time
Device assumes case is in Defrost for the first 60
minutes.
FLASHING AMBER
Above set-point for more than 60 minutes.
(First Alarm with optional Red alarm)
FLASHING RED
(on GAR only)
Above set-point for more than 120 minutes.
(Second Alarm after Amber Alarm)
Suggested Product for this Set-point:
- Fresh Milk
- Dairy Products
142°F for Hot Foods
LED COLOR and STATE
DESCRIPTIONS
NO COLOR
Case heaters are off or have been on for less than
60 minutes.
Device assumes case is heating up for the first 60
minutes in this set-point.

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SOLID GREEN
Case has reached or is above set-point.
(Above 142 degree Fahrenheit)
FLASHING AMBER
Case has never reached set-point or has been below
set-point for more than 60 minutes.
Device assumes case failure and triggers the Amber
Alarm. Any food should be removed until the case
is repaired.
FLASHING RED
Case has been below the set-point for more than 4
hours.
If prepared food has been in the case up to a Red
Alarm the food should be discarded.
(Second Alarm after Amber Alarm)
Suggested Product for this Set-point:
- Hot Foods
- Prepared Foods
The default set-point is 40.0°F.
To change the set-point, unlock the display unit first, and then follow these steps:
1. Trigger F/X switch, the display will ask for what function to select.
2. Select #5 using Up/Down switch
3. Then trigger F/X switch again to confirm function selection.
The display unit will show the current set-point.
(or 4.4°C if the default temperature scale is in Celsius)
4. Select any set-point using Up/Down switch.
(or -15.0°C if the default temperature scale is in Celsius)
5. Trigger F/X switch to confirm your selection.
The set-point is now 5.0°F (or -15.0°C if the default temperature scale is in Celsius)
Function #6: Defrost Timer
On larger case it may takes more time to get back into temperature after defrost cycle has end. For that the display unit can be
adjusted for 60 or 90 minutes defrost cycle.
The default defrost timer is 60 minutes.
To change the defrost timer, unlock the display unit first, and then follow these steps:
1. Trigger F/X switch, the display unit will ask for what function to select.

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2. Select #6 using Up/Down switch
3. Then trigger F/X Switch again to confirm function selection.
the display unit will show the current defrost timer in minutes
‘d60’ means the defrost timer is 60 minutes before going into alarm mode
4. Change the defrost timer to 90 minutes using Up/Down switch.
5. Trigger F/X switch again to confirm you selection.
The defrost timer is now set to 90 minutes before going into alarm.
2-Year Warranty
Thermo-Simple 1 version 2 from Refrigeration Innovation, (the "Product"), is warranted against defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use, for a period of 2-years from the date of purchase. In the event of a product failure due to materials
or workmanship, Refrigeration Innovation will repair or replace the defective product. For warranty service, return the defective
product to Refrigeration Innovation, shipping prepaid, for prompt repair or replacement.
The foregoing sets forth the full extent of Refrigeration Innovation’s warranties regarding the Product. Repair or replacement at
Refrigeration Innovation’s option is the exclusive remedy. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, AND REFRIGERATION INNOVATION SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
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LOSS OF PRODUCT, LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF
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apply.
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