For More Free Controller Manuals Please Visit

3216 PID Temperature Controller

1.2.

3.

Step 1: Installation

This instrument is intended for permanent installation, for indoor use only, and
enclosed in an electrical panel

Installation and Basic Operation

1.

www.HVACRinfo.com
3.1.

Terminal Layout
Warning

Select a location which is subject to minimum vibrations and the ambient

o
o
temperature is within 0 and 55 C (32 - 122 F)

WHAT INSTRUMENT DO I HAVE?

STEP 2: WIRING

Ensure that you have the correct supply for your controller
Check order code of the controller supplied

The instrument can be mounted on a panel up to 15mm thick

Thank you for choosing the 3216 Temperature Controller.

To ensure IP65 and NEMA 4 front protection, mount on a non-textured surface.

This User Guide takes you through step by step instructions to help you to install,
wire, configure and use the controller. For features not covered in this User
Guide, a detailed Engineering Manual, Part No HA027986, and other related
handbooks can be downloaded from www.eurotherm.co.uk

Please read the safety information in section 4 before proceeding and refer to the
EMC Booklet part number HA025464 for further installation information.

Depending on how it was ordered, the controller may need to be configured when
it is first switched on.

1.

Prepare a square cut-out in the mounting panel to the size shown

2.

Fit the IP65 sealing gasket, if required, behind

the front bezel of the controller

Line Supply

3.

Insert the controller through the cut-out

85 - 264Vac 50/60Hz

4.

Spring the panel retaining clips into place.

Secure the controller in position by holding it
level and pushing both retaining clips forward.

The ordering code is shown on a label fixed to the side of the controller. The
hardware installed and the way in which it has been configured may be checked
against the ordering code at the bottom of this page.

1.1.

Dimensions

1.2.1.

5.

90mm (3.54in)

48mm (1.89in)

Input/Output 1

1A

CT in

1B

Dig in

Panel Mounting the Controller

2A

Output 2

2B
L
N

OR

45 mm - 0.0 + 0.6
1.77 in -0.00, +0.02

Digital
Comms

CT

AA

AB

LA

AC
B

HD

VI

HE

V+

HF

V-

Output AA

PV Input

Low Voltage Supply

24

24Vac/dc

Peel off the protective cover from the display

24

Recommended minimum spacing of

controllers

Output AA
Changeover Relay

AA

Output 2
Relay or Logic

AB

AC

Panel retaining clips

IP65 Sealing Gasket

Latching ears

PV Input

mV

Thermocouple, PRT, mA or mV

1.2.2.

Issue 1.0

June-03

T/C

2B

VI

To Remove the Controller from its Sleeve

The controller can be unplugged from its sleeve by easing the latching ears
outwards and pulling it forward out of the sleeve. When plugging it back into its
sleeve, ensure that the latching ears click back into place to maintain the IP65
sealing.

V+

Digital Communications
RS232 Connect directly to comms port of PC
RS485 Daisy chain to further controllers/comms converter

V-

Com

HD

A+(Rx)

HE

B-(Tx)

HF

ORDER CODE
3216

ENG

PRT

+
-

2.

Part No. HA027985

mA

2A

2.49

Label showing

Serial Number including date of

manufacture

3216 User Guide

38mm
(1.5 in)
(Not to
scale)

Order Code

1B

48mm
(1.89in)
10mm
(0.4 in)

1A

Input/Output 1 Relay or Logic Output or Digital Input

CC

Power Supply
20 29V
110 240V

Power
supply
VL
VH

Input/output 1 & output 2

Input/output 1 & Output 2
OP1
OP2
L
X
Logic I/O
L
L
Logic I/O + logic OP
L
R
Logic I/O + relay
R
R
Relay + relay
X
X
Not fitted

Output AA

Comms, CT & Digital input

Output AA
Relay (Form C)
Not fitted

R
X

Fascia colour

Language

Communications, CT & Digital input

X
X
X
Not fitted
4
X
L
RS485 comms & dig in
2
X
L
RS232 comms & dig in
4
C
L
RS485 comms CT & dig in
2
C
L
RS232 comms CT & dig in
X
X
L
Digital input
X
C
L
CT and digital input

Quick start code

Language
English

Fascia colour
Green
G
Silver
S
Quick Start Code
See Switch On
section

3.2.

Wire Sizes

The screw terminals accept wire sizes from 0.5 to 1.5 mm (16 to 22AWG).
Hinged covers prevent hands or metal making accidental contact with live wires.
The rear terminal screws should be tightened to 0.4Nm (3.5lb in).

3.3.
1.
2.

PV Input (Measuring Input)

Do not run input wires together with power cables
When shielded cable is used, it should be grounded at one point only

Any external components (such as zener barriers, etc) connected between sensor
and input terminals may cause errors in measurement due to excessive and/or unbalanced line resistance or possible leakage currents

3.3.1.

Thermocouple Input

3.7.

Digital communications (Optional)

4.

Digital communications uses the Modbus protocol. The interface may be ordered
as RS232 or RS485 (2-wire).

Current Transformer/Logic Input (Optional)

A digital (logic) input from a volt free contact can be configured to select Setpoint
2, Keylock, Run/Hold, Reset, Alarm Acknowledge or Auto/Manual. The common
connection is shared for each of these inputs and is, therefore, not isolated.

To prevent hands or metal tools touching parts that may be electrically live, the
controller must be enclosed in an enclosure.

CT input resolution 0.1A for scale up to 10A, 1A for scale 11 to 100A

Linear Input (mA or V)

Current Transformer Input

CT input current 0 to 50mA rms (sine wave) 50/60Hz, input impedance <20
CT input accuracy 4% of reading

3.8.2.

For mA input connect burden resistor of 2.49 across the + and - input as shown

AA Output Relay (Optional)

Changeover relay (Form C) rated 2A 264Vac resistive

The installation must include a power isolating switch or circuit breaker. This device
should be in close proximity to the controller, within easy reach of the operator and
marked as the disconnecting device for the instrument.

Power Supply
Before connecting the instrument to the power line, make sure that the line
voltage corresponds to the description on the identification label

This may be an input or an output

2.

For 24V the polarity is not important

Relay output normally open (Form A), 2A 264Vac resistive

3.

OR
Logic output to drive SSR (not isolated)

The power supply input is not fuse protected. This should be provided
externally:

Instrument fuse ratings are as follows:-

Input/Output 1 (Relay or Logic - Optional)

Logic level On/High - 12Vdc at 5 to 40mA max

For 24 V ac/dc fuse type T rated 2A 250V

Logic level Off/Low - <100mV <100A

For 85/265Vac fuse type T rated 2A 250V

OR
Digital Input (contact closure)

3.6.

Output 2 (Relay or Logic)

This is optional and is output only. It may be relay or logic output as output 1.
* General Note About Relays and Inductive Loads
High voltage transients may occur when switching inductive loads such as some
contactors or solenoid valves. Through the internal contacts, these transients may
introduce disturbances which could affect the performance of the instrument.

Wiring

Power Isolation

1.

3.5.

The controller is designed to operate with the temperature sensor connected directly to
an electrical heating element. However you must ensure that service personnel do not
touch connections to these inputs while they are live. With a live sensor, all cables,
connectors and switches for connecting the sensor must be mains rated.

contact closed < 200

Note: This supplies 12Vdc up to 10mA to terminal LA

3.9.

Caution: Live sensors

contact open > 500

Contact closure 12V @ 5-40mA

For volts input an external module is required. Input resistance 100K.

Enclosure of Live Parts

It is important to connect the controller in accordance with the wiring data given in this
guide. Take particular care not to connect AC supplies to the low voltage sensor input
or other low level inputs and outputs. Only use copper conductors for connections
(except thermocouple inputs) and ensure that the wiring of installations comply with all
local wiring regulations. For example in the UK use the latest version of the IEE wiring
regulations, (BS7671). In the USA use NEC Class 1 wiring methods.

Logic Input
Digital Input

A line resistance for voltage inputs may cause measurement errors

3.4.

Equipment protected throughout

by DOUBLE INSULATION

Installation must only be carried out by suitably qualified personnel

3.3.2.

3.3.3.

Caution, (refer to
accompanying documents)

Personnel

3.8.1.

The resistance of the three wires must be the same. The line resistance may
cause errors if it is greater than 22

A current transformer can be connected directly to the controller to monitor the

actual current supplied to an electrical load.

For thermocouple input use the correct compensating cable preferably shielded

RTD Input

Various symbols may be used on the controller. They have the following meaning:

For further details see Series 2000 Communications Handbook Part No

HA026230.

3.8.

INSTALLATION SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Safety Symbols

Overcurrent protection
The power supply to the system should be fused appropriately to protect the cabling to
the units.

Voltage rating
The maximum continuous voltage applied between any of the following terminals must
not exceed 264Vac:

relay output to logic, dc or sensor connections;

any connection to ground.

The controller must not be wired to a three phase supply with an unearthed star
connection. Under fault conditions such a supply could rise above 264Vac with respect
to ground and the product would not be safe.

Conductive pollution
Electrically conductive pollution must be excluded from the cabinet in which the
controller is mounted. For example, carbon dust is a form of electrically conductive
pollution. To secure a suitable atmosphere in conditions of conductive pollution, fit an
air filter to the air intake of the cabinet. Where condensation is likely, for example at
low temperatures, include a thermostatically controlled heater in the cabinet.

3.10. Example Wiring Diagram

L

Over-temperature protection
Heater
fuse

For this type of load it is recommended that a snubber is connected across the
normally open contact of the relay switching the load. The snubber recommended
consists of a 15nF series connected resistor/capacitor (typically 15nF/100). A
snubber will also prolong the life of the relay contacts.

Solid
State
Relay
(e.g.
TE10)

WARNING
When the relay contact is open or it is connected to a high impedance load, the
snubber passes a current (typically 0.6mA at 110Vac and 1.2mA at 240Vac). It is
the responsibility of the installer to ensure that this current does not hold on the
power to an electrical load. If the load is of this type the snubber should not be
connected.

Relay output fuse

Controller fuse

1A

JA
CT

AA

1B

AB

2A

LA

Snubber*

AC

Cooling or
alarm relay

BA

Heater

2B

HD

VI

HE

V+

JF
HF

V-

+
T/C
-

Where damage or injury is possible, we recommend fitting a separate over-temperature

protection unit, with an independent temperature sensor, which will isolate the heating
circuit.
Please note that the alarm relays within the controller will not give protection under all
failure conditions.

Installation requirements for EMC

To ensure compliance with the European EMC directive certain installation precautions
are necessary as follows:
For general guidance refer to Eurotherm Controls EMC Installation Guide, HA025464.
When using relay outputs it may be necessary to fit a filter suitable for suppressing the
emissions. The filter requirements will depend on the type of load. For typical
applications we recommend Schaffner FN321 or FN612.

5.

STEP 3: SWITCH ON

A brief start up sequence consists of a self test in which all bars of the display are illuminated and the software version is shown. What happens next depends on whether the instrument is new or has been switched on before.
For a new controller go to section 5.1. for an instrument already configured go to section 5.2.

5.1.

5.1.1.

New Controller (Unconfigured)

To Re-enter Quick configuration Mode

When the controller is switched on it will start up showing the Quick Configuration codes. This enables you
to configure the controller to match the process.

This mode can always be entered by holding down the

defaulted to 4.

The quick code consists of two SETS of five characters. The upper section of the display shows the set
selected, the lower section shows the five digits which make up the set. Adjust these to suit your process as follows:-

Note:- If during normal operation a change is made to any of the parameters in the quick code list, then the quick code
displayed during power up will show the characters separated by decimal points. The controller can be left to operate in this
way.

1.

Press any button. The * characters will change to -. The first one flashing.

2.

Press

or

to change the character currently flashing to the code as shown in the tables below

to scroll to the next character (press

3.
Press
configured in Set 1 the display will go to Set 2.
4. When the last digit has been selected press
controller will re-start. Now go to section 5.2

to return to the first character). When all five characters have been
again, the display will show E X IT. Press

or

Range
C = oC Full Range
F = oF Full Range
0 = 0-100OC
1 = 0-200OC
2 = 0-400OC
3 = 0-600OC
4 = 0-800OC
5 = 0-1000OC
6 = 0-1200OC
7 = 0-1400OC
8 = 0-1600OC
9 = 0-1800OC
G = 32-212OF
H= 32-392OF
J= 32-752OF
K = 32-1112OF
L = 32-1472OF
M = 32-1832OF
N = 32-2192OF
P = 32-2552OF
R = 32-2912OF
T = 32-3272OF

SET 2

I/O Module 1
Control
H = PID heat
C = PID cool
J = On/off heat
K = On/off cool
Alarm 1 (energised
in alarm)
0 = High
1 = Low
2 = Deviation high
3 = Deviation low
4 = Deviation band
Alarm 1 (deenergised in alarm)
5 = High
6 = Low
7 = Deviation high
8 = Deviation low
9 = Deviation band
Logic Input
W = Alarm ack
M = Manual
R = Run/hold
L = Key lock
P = Setpoint 2
T = Reset

Output Module 2
Control
H = PID heat
C = PID cool
J = On/off heat
K = On/off cool
Alarm 2 (energised
in alarm)
0 = High
1 = Low
2 = Deviation high
3 = Deviation low
4 = Deviation band
Alarm 2 (deenergised in alarm)
5 = High
6 = Low
7 = Deviation high
8 = Deviation low
9 = Deviation band

Normal Operation

The controller will start up in operator level 1 and in the mode in which was last switched off. AUTO is the normal closed loop
temperature control mode which means that the output power is adjusted automatically by the controller in response to the
measurement from the input sensor. In this mode you will see the display shown below. It is called the HOME display.

Output Relay AA
Control
H = PID heat
C = PID cool
J = On/off heat
K = On/off cool
Alarm 3 (energised
in alarm)
0 = High
1 = Low
2 = Deviation high
3 = Deviation low
4 = Deviation band
Alarm 3 (deenergised in alarm)
5 = High
6 = Low
7 = Deviation high
8 = Deviation low
9 = Deviation band

Actual Temperature
(or Process Value PV)

OP1 lit when output 1 is ON (normally heating).

OP2 lit when output 2 is ON (normally cooling ).
OP4 lit when AA output is ON
SPX Alternative setpoint in use SP2
RUN Timer running
MAN Manual
Page button
ALM Alarm active (Red)

Required Temperature
(or Setpoint SP)

Raise button
Lower button

Scroll button

When this view is first entered (or

is pressed) the lower display scrolls a help message which gives the name of the
parameter being displayed, e.g. w o rk in g s e tp o in t
In level 1 you can acknowledge alarms, adjust temperature setpoint, select auto or manual operation as described below:-

5.2.1.

To Acknowledge an Alarm. Press

and

together

If an alarm is still current the red ALM beacon will flash, a scrolling message will give the source of the alarm and any relay
attached to the alarm will operate. When acknowledged, these functions will change as described in section 6.2.

5.2.2.

To Set The Required Temperature. Press

to raise the setpoint, or

to lower the setpoint

when the HOME display is being shown. The new setpoint is entered when the button is released and is indicated by a brief
flash of the display.

5.2.3.

Manual operation

The controller can be set so that the output power can be adjusted directly by the operator. This may be useful during
commissioning or if the sensor becomes faulty and it is required to continue temporary operation of the plant until the sensor
is repaired or replaced.
!
Manual operation must be used with care and the power level set must be chosen such that no damage can
occur to the process. The use of a separate over-temperature controller is recommended.

5.2.4.

* WXXT
Input CT Scaling

Digital Input

Lower Display

1 = 10 Amps
2 = 25 Amps
5 = 50 Amps
6 = 100 Amps

W = Alarm Ack
M = Manual
R = Run/hold
L = Keylock
P = Setpoint 2
T = Reset

T = Setpoint
P = Output power %
R = Time to run
E = Elapsed time
1 = Alarm 1 setpoint
A = Amps
N = None

In any column, - = Unconfigured: X = Not fitted

5.2.

to YES. The

KCHC0

SET 1
In put Sensor type
Thermocouple
B = Type B
J = Type J
K = Type K
L = Type L
N = Type N
R = Type R
S = Type S
T = Type T
C = Custom
RTD
P = Pt100 PRT
Linear
M = 0-80mV
2 = 0-20mA
4 = 4-20mA

x indicates the option is not fitted

button during power up and then entering a passcode. This is

To Select Manual Operation and Adjust the Output Power

1.

Press and hold

and
together. Auto is shown in the upper display. The lower display will
scroll the longer alternate description of this parameter, ie lo o p m o d e a u to m a n u a l o ff

2.
3.

to select mAn. This is shown in the upper display and the MAN beacon is lit.
Press
The controller will return to the HOME display. The upper display is the PV. The lower display is the
demand power.

4.

Press
or
to raise or lower the power. The output power is continuously updated when the
buttons are pressed

5.

To Return to Automatic operation, press and hold

select Auto

and

together. Then press

to

7.

TIMER OPERATION

7.1.

A timer can be configured to operate in three different modes. These can be

selected in Level 2.
1.
Dwell timer
2.
Delayed switch on timer
3.
Soft start timer
There are four operating states, all of which are available in Level 1:
Run may be initiated by pressing

and

A dwell timer (TI.CFG = DWELL) is used to control a process at a fixed

temperature for a defined period. The action which occurs at the end of the
timed period depends on the configuration of the END.T parameter.
OFF

and

(Note pressing Ack at this point does not reset the timer. The reason for this
is that if the display is on any view other than the HOME display then
pressing these two buttons will jump to HOME).

hold, press quickly

and

and

To run the timer from

again

The above states may also be set by the following methods:

Edge trigger a suitably configured digital input

Power cycle the controller

Digital communications command

End cannot be set - it occurs automatically when the timer has counted
down to zero
Switching from Hold to Run through the front panel buttons is not allowable
if the Hold status is forced by a logic input or through Digital
Communications.
Timer operation is indicated by a beacon labelled RUN:
Timer Status
Reset
Run
Hold
End

RUN beacon
Off
On
Flashing
Off

Logic outputs The timer may be configured to operate an output when it is

running or during the end state
Note:

SP2

dwel

Power up - the run state is selected if a Soft Start or Delay

timer is configured or the Reset state is selected if a Dwell timer
is configured.
Auto/Manual is only available when the timer is in Reset
Ramp Rate it is recommended that ramp rate is used only with
a Dwell type timer
Quick access to the timer operating parameters is available in
. Repeat pressing of this button shows
Level 2 by pressing
Timer Status, Dwell, Working Output, SP1, SP2, etc

Time

THRES
=+n

SP1

Counting
down

(Ack),

Hold may be initiated by pressing

SP1 (70)

Temp

together.

Reset, during timing, may be initiated by pressing and holding

Temperature

End State e n d . t =

Reset (of End State) when timer has timed out, may be initiated by pressing
and

When the timer status = reset, the control output is controlling at SP1

Dwell Timer

Scrolling
message

OFF

TIMER RUNNING

Scrolling
Message

SP2
TIMER END
OFF

Digital
input
RUN Digital O/P = t.run

END Digital O/P = t.End

END Digital O/P = t.End

Notes:
1.
If THRES = 2o (for example) timer will show TIMER RUNNING with
the RUN beacon on but will not start counting down until the
temperature is, first, within 2o of SP. Then the threshold is ignored.
2.
The DWELL period can be reduced or increased when the timer is
running. If it is reduced to meet the Time Elapsed the timer will
change to the End state.
3.
A-M can only be selected when in reset
4.
If the timer is re-configured to a different type or the End Type is reconfigured (a dwell, for example), it may be necessary to reselect Auto
mode

Temp

DWELL

THRES
= +n
Servo
to PV
start

Scrolling
message

Ramp to
Ramp to
SP1 at
SP2 at
SP.RAT
SP.RAT
Counting down

TIMER RUNNING

7.3.

Soft Start Timer

The timer is used to start a process at reduced power and/or reduced

setpoint. Timing starts at power up or when Run is selected.
When the Timer Status = Run, the controller power is limited by the soft
start power limit parameter. The Soft Start setpoint is a threshold which,
when exceeded, sets the timer to end. If the temperature is already above
this threshold when the timer is set to run, the timer will time out
immediately.
When the timer status = reset, the controller is controlling at SP1

Simple Programmer

A four segment programmer is achieved using a dwell type timer with the set
point rate limit and threshold parameters set.

SP2
(20 oC)

Reset

RESET

RUN Digital O/P = t.run

SP1
(70 oC)

Run

Time
OFF

RESET
Digital Input

7.1.1.

TIMER RUNNING TIMER END

Temp
Setpoint (70oC)
Soft start setpoint
S S . S P (50 oC)

Time

Output power High limit

TIMER
END

Time

Timer soft start power limit

S S . P W R (40%)
Scrolling
Message

RESET
Digital
input

Time
TIMER
RUNNING

Run

RUN Digital O/P = t.run

END Digital O/P = t.End

RESET
Digital input

RUN Digital O/P = t.run

7.2.

Delayed Switch On timer

The timer is used to switch on the output power after a set time.
When the timer status = run, the control output is off

END Digital O/P = t.End

TIMER
END
Reset

7.4.

7.4.3.

To Run A Timer

The example given here is for the simple programmer shown in section 7.1.1. with the following settings:o

Type = Dwell

SP1 = 70 C

End.T = SP2 = 20 C

Ramp Rate Set to 20 C/min

Threshold = 1 C

At start of run the controller servos to PV (starts at the current temperature). The procedure to Run, Hold, or Reset is the same for all timer types.
At start of run controller servos to PV and , therefore, starts at the current temperature
Do This

The Display You Should See

Power Cycling

If the power is turned off when the timer is running it will come back on
as follows:For a Dwell type timer it will come back on in Reset
For a Delayed Switch on timer or a Soft Start timer, the controller will
come back on in the Run condition and start again from the beginning.

Additional Notes
RUN beacon on

1.

Momentarily press
together)

36
43

and

RUN

Scrolling display tim e r

ru n n in g
o

Controller ramping up to SP1 (70 C) at the set rate (20 C/min max for this
example)
When SP1 reached the controller will control at this temperature until the end
of the DWELL period set. This is from the point at which the timer was set to
run.

8.

FURTHER LEVELS OF OPERATION

Access to further levels of operation are described in the Engineering

Handbook Part No HA027986 available on www.eurotherm.co.uk

To ensure the dwell starts from SP1 (or close to) set THRES = a small value
(eg2)

20
20
SPX

2.

e n d will be indicated

Controller ramp to SP2 (20oC) at the set rate (20oC /min max for this
example)
SPX beacon on

20
20

Press
and
(Ack)
together to reset the timer

When timed out Scrolling display tim e r

SPX

RUN beacon off

Controller controlling at SP2 (20oC)
TIMER END message cancelled
SPX beacon on (indicating control at SP2)
The timer can be run again from this point

7.4.1.

To Hold the Timer

While the timer is running it can be put into Hold (timer stops counting down)
Do This

3.

4.

7.4.2.

Momentarily press
together)

The Display You Should See

and

Momentarily press
and
together to run the timer from the
hold condition

36
47
36
47
RUN

Additional Notes
RUN beacon flashing
Scrolling display tim e r

h o ld

Controller controlling at SP1 (70 oC)

RUN beacon on
Scrolling display tim e r

ru n n in g

o
Controller continues controlling at SP1 (70 C)

To Reset the Timer

While the timer is running it can be Reset

Do This

5.

Press and hold

together)

The Display You Should See

and

70
70

Additional Notes
When the timer is running it cannot be reset using the Ack button(s) since
pressing these will return the display to the HOME display
If reset T.REMN and T.ELAP stay at their values prior to reset. These reset
to their start values when the timer is run again

This indicator meets the European directives on safety and EMC

3216 User Guide

Part No. HA027985

Issue 1.0E

May 03