DEKKER KNOWLEDGE DATABASE KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

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1 DEKKER KNOWLEDGE DATABASE For Use with DEKKER Vacuum Systems Equipped with the DEKKER Controller Each Vmax system is tested and checked at the factory prior to shipment to ensure trouble-free operation. In the unlikely event you encounter a problem, we recommend that you consult with your local distributor for parts/service. Remember, when calling for service, parts or system information, always have the pump or system model number and serial number ready. Click here to find your local authorized distributor. Program Menu Note: The Security Access level must be changed from Basic Access to allow changes within the Setpoint (parameter) menu. Refer to the Dekker Controller Security Access Levels article for instructions on enabling Operator Access or Service Access. Setpoint Menu (SETPOINTS) Pressing the Program button (PROG) once displays the following Setpoint menu: Vac Cut In Vac Cut Out Min Run Time Temp Warn BP Warn DP Warn Temp Fault Time Date Vacuum Unit Temp Unit Autostart The Up arrow / + button and the Down arrow / button can be used to move the right-arrow cursor to the desired parameter. Pressing the Enter button will select that parameter for change. The value will begin to flash to indicate it is in the Edit mode. Use the arrow buttons to change the value. Press the Enter button to save the new value. After the new value is changed, it will stop flashing. PAGE 1

2 (continued from page 1) Vac Cut In (Optional) When in the Auto mode, a vacuum level at or below this value will cause the vacuum system to turn on. This value can be displayed in units of Torr (mm HgA) or in HgV (inches of mercury vacuum). See menu item Vacuum Unit for changing the vacuum unit of measure. Vac Cut Out (Optional) When in the Auto Mode, a vacuum level at or above (deeper vacuum) this value will cause the vacuum system to turn off. This value can be displayed in units of Torr (mm HgA) or in HgV (inches of mercury vacuum). See menu item Vacuum Unit for changing the vacuum unit of measure. Min Run Time When in the Auto mode, short cycling is prevented by the Minimum Run Time feature. The setting for this feature is 10 minutes. At the end of the minimum run time (and if Vac Cut Out has been reached), the pump will stop and the Run Status LED will change from green to orange indicating Standby. The On light will remain green during Standby Temp Warn If the pump is running or in Standby mode and the discharge temperature reaches this value, the warning message High Discharge Temp will be displayed. In addition, the Run Status light will be orange and will flash on and off. The pump will not be shut down by this warning condition. BP Warn (Back Pressure Warning) The Temperature and Back Pressure faults are adjustable from the setpoint screen, but it is not recommended to change these without consulting with a DEKKER Technician. BP Warn will give a message High Back Pressure. Temperature faults and warnings are settings critical; they are determined by the pump manufacturer and should not be changed without permission from DEKKER. BP Warnings and DP warnings are not so critical and not likely to do damage. DP Warn (Differential Pressure Warning) The Temperature and Back Pressure faults are adjustable from the setpoint screen, but it is not recommended to change these without consulting with a DEKKER Technician. DP Warn will give a Message on the screen High Differential Pressure. Temperature faults and warnings are settings critical; they are determined by the pump manufacturer and should not be changed without permission from DEKKER. BP Warnings and DP warnings are not so critical and not likely to do damage. Temp Fault If the pump is running or in Standby mode and the discharge temperature reaches this value, the message High Discharge Temp will be displayed. In addition, the Run Status light will be red and will flash on and off. The system will be shut down and the display will indicate Shutdown. PAGE 2

3 (continued from page 2) Time The DEKKER Controller real-time clock may be viewed and changed from within this menu. The correct local time should be entered to ensure proper operation of time-dependent functions. The Up arrow / + button and the Down arrow / button can be used to set correct time. Date The calendar date should be entered in mm/dd/yy format. The Up arrow / + button and the Down arrow / button can be used to set the correct date. Vacuum Unit The vacuum level can be displayed in Torr or in HgV. The Up arrow / + button and the Down arrow / button can be used to toggle between Torr and HgV. Temp Unit The discharge temperature level can be displayed in Fahrenheit (F) or Celsius (C) units. The Up arrow / + button and the Down arrow / button can be used to toggle between F and C. Autostart This feature allows automatic restart of system when power returns from a power loss. To enable this feature press Program button (PROG) to show SETPOINTS screen. Use Down arrow to select Autostart. Press Enter. Use Up arrow to change to On. Press Enter to save. If system is multimachine, this must be set on all controllers. Options Menu (SYSTEM OPTIONS) Pressing the Program button (PROG) twice displays the following Options menu: Inlet Filter Hi Level Sw Low Level Sw Circ Pump Relief Valve Temp Valve Solenoid Temp Switch Vac Switch Aux Temp DP Inlet Back Pressure No Of Units Remote Str PAGE 3

4 (continued from page 3) To change the settings within the Options menu, the security access level must be changed from Basic Access to Service Access. Refer to the Dekker Controller Security Access Levels article for instructions on enabling Operator Access or Service Access. To view the enabled options, use the Up arrow / + button or the Down arrow / button to scroll through the Options menu. If the option states YES, the option has already been chosen and added to the DEKKER Controller control circuit. If the option states N/A, the option must be selected and a keycode must be supplied with the correct components from DEKKER Vacuum Technologies to upgrade to the desired option. Keycodes will be shipped with the option kits to be entered into the DEKKER Controller to activate the appropriate option. Entering a Keycode To enter a keycode, the user must enable Service Access by entering the appropriate security password. Refer to the Dekker Controller Security Access Levels article for instructions on enabling Operator Access or Service Access. Once the password is entered, go to the Options menu under Program PROG). Choose the option to be enabled and press the Enter button on the DEKKER Controller. The display will request the operator to enter a keycode. The keycode is a nine-digit number with the first two numbers as zeros. After the two leading zeroes, enter the seven remaining numbers in the keycode. The keycode will look similar to Use the Up arrow / + button or the Down arrow / - button to scroll to the appropriate number for the next digit in the keycode then press Enter to accept that digit. Continue in the same manner until all nine digits have been entered. Once the keycode is accepted, the N/A changes to YES next to the option name. Maintenance Menu Pressing the Maintenance button (MAINT) once will display information similar to the following: DEKKER VACUUM TECH Serial # (of system) Model # (of system) PAGE 4

5 (continued from page 4) Spare Parts List Pressing the Maintenance button (MAINT) a second time will display the recommended Spare Parts List. The Spare Parts List includes recommended spare parts and the corresponding DEKKER part number. The Up arrow / + button and the Down arrow / - buttons can be used to navigate through the list. Contact DEKKER Vacuum After-Sales Support or Click here to find your local authorized distributor for additional information or to order spare parts. Run Hours (Run Hrs) Pressing the Maintenance button (MAINT) a third time will display the total machine Run Hours. Recommended Maintenance Schedule (RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & INTERVALS) Pressing the Maintenance button (MAINT) a fourth time will display the Recommended Maintenance Schedule. This list provides a recommended maintenance schedule along with the hours until maintenance is required. The time in hours until the maintenance is due counts down and can be seen on the DEKKER Controller in this area. The Up arrow / + button and the Down arrow / -button can be used to scroll through the list. Proper response to the service due message is highly recommended. Contact DEKKER After Sales Support or Click here to find your local authorized distributor for additional information. PAGE 5

6 (continued from page 5) Service History (SERVICE HISTORY) Pressing the Maintenance button (MAINT) a fifth time will display the Service History. In order to record a service event, the user must enable Service Access by entering the appropriate security password. Refer to the Service Access Level article Call-to-Action to Come for instructions on enabling Operator Access or Service Access. To record the service event, the user must be in the recommended maintenance schedule menu and be in Service Access level. Use the Up arrow / + button or the Down arrow / - button to highlight the Hrs To Srv (HRS TO SRV) for the maintenance item that has been performed, then press the Enter button. Use the Up arrow / + button to reset the hours to the next maintenance interval, then press the Enter button to save. Log Menu Pressing the log button will display the Fault History Log. If faults have occurred, this menu will display the ten most recent faults. Use the Up arrow / + button or the Down arrow / -button to scroll through the displayed faults. Press the Enter button to select the Fault History Detail for that particular fault. Use the Up arrow / + button or the Down arrow / button to scroll the detail to view all of the operating parameters of the system that are being logged. A typical fault detail is shown at left: To view the fault detail for each minute prior to the fault, press the Enter button while viewing a Fault History Detail. Press the Enter button again for the next prior minute Fault Detail. A record of 10 minutes prior to the fault is saved for your review. PAGE 6

7 (continued from page 6) To exit the Fault History Detail, press the Log button to return to the Fault History Log or press Escape button (ESC) to return to the main status screen. PAGE 7