MYRIAD HPC HYDRO PNEUMATIC

TANK PUMP CONTROLLER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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MYR HPC MANUAL 061014

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 3

Operation
Ordering Information
Specifications
Features

WIRING 7
Dwg # 03-279

Analog Input
Analog Output
Digital Input
Digital Output

PROGRAMMING AND INITIAL SETUP... 9

Input Range Selection

Terminal Block Detail
Initial Setup & Programming
Overview/Key Description

TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE .. 20

DIAGNOSTICS 21

APPENDIX A. 23

WARRANTY 24
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INTRODUCTION:

The Sigma Myriad HPC (Hydro Pneumatic Tank Pump Controller) is a state of the art microprocessor
based, user configurable instrument for the monitoring and control of two (2) constant speed or (2)
variable speed driven pumps where hydro-pneumatic tanks are used.

The Myriad HPC performs all of the following functions:

Displays tank pressure and level in numeric and bargraph forms

Displays pump run status

Allows full user selection of all system variables

Monitors critical alarms (motor overtemperature, etc.)

Monitors non critical alarms (seal leak, etc.)

Monitors hand off auto selection switch position

Monitors pump run feedback

Provides digital and relay outputs for pump control, general alarm, add-air solenoid valve, add-air
valve, general alarm, pump fault, level alarm, and sensor fail.

Provides 4/20MA outputs for speed setting and proportional control (where VFDs are used)

Retransmits level signal and configurable level signal

Provides time and date stamped alarm information

Monitors pressure transmitter and tank level transmitter

Audible and visual alarms

Allows simulation of level to exercise pumps or verify operation

Records MAX and MIN process values and a graphic trend chart for trouble shooting

Available in DIN panel mount or Nema 4X enclosures

OPERATION

Intermittent operation systems often incorporate a pressurized hydro-pneumatic tank to prevent surge,
water hammer and provide a reservoir of pressurized water.

A compressor supplies air to the space above the liquid in the tank to maintain pressure at user-selected
set points.

Initial system demand is provided by tank pressure until the pressure drops to the lead pump on
pressure set point or the level drops to the lead pump on level set point. After a programmable time
delay the lead pump will operate to meet system demand. Should the pressure continue to drop to the
lag pump on set point, the lag pump will run and both pumps will meet system demand.

As demand drops, pump(s) will begin to fill the tank. Once the tank level reaches the pump(s) off
level set points, pumping will cease.

If the tank pressure is below the user programmed add-air set point the add-air solenoid will be
activated to restore tank pressure to the add-air off set point. The system is now ready for the next
pumping cycle.
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ORDERING INFORMATION:

1/4 DIN Case Sigma Myriad-HPC

Wall Mount Nema 4X Enclosure* Sigma Myriad-HPC-N4X
*Optional

SPECIFICATIONS:

ANALOG INPUT (2 ea.)

Analog, 4/20MA, 0-5V, 1-5V, 0-10VDC, isolated with common negative, +-0.1% accuracy.

DIGITAL INPUTS (6 ea.)

Digital 10-30V DC

ANALOG OUTPUT: (4 ea.)

Analog, with common negative 0-20MA, 4/20MA, 0-5V, 0-10V (voltage output requires a
resistor).

DIGITAL OUTPUTS: (4 ea.)

Opto isolated, solid state, open collector, 100MA 30VDC max.

RELAY OUTPUTS: (4 ea.)

SPDT, Form C 5A Relay

DISPLAY:
LCD, 128 X 32 pixel bitmapped graphic display

LOOP POWER:
24VDC regulated output, 100MA max.

5 USER KEYS:
Up, Down, Left, Right, Enter

ACCURACY:
0.1% of calibrated span

LOCKOUT:
User password, user configurable

INPUT IMPEDANCE:
Voltage 100K, current 100 OHMS

POWER:
120VAC (230VAC available)
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ENVIRONMENTAL:
Operating, 0-65 C
Storage, -40 -80 C
R.H., 0-90% non condensing

ENCLOSURE:
DIN, ABS plastic 96 X 96 X 150MM or Nema 4X wall mount 12 x 8 x 8 inches

FRONT PANEL:
Gasketed Nema 4X

ACCESS: (DIN CASE)

Chassis & boards remove from front of case.

TERMINAL STRIP:
(40) Removable for ease of wiring 28 16 AWG

CONNECTIONS:
Removable screw terminal blocks 28 16 AWG wire.

CONTROL OUTPUTS:
4 relay outputs, user programmable, SPDT Form C relays 5 AMP.
4 digital outputs, Opto isolated, open collector.

OUTPUT ANNUNCIATION:
On board piezo buzzer

CPU Activity Monitor

PROGRAMMING:
Menu based, all parameters and setpoints are user configurable via menu prompts and user keys.
The preconfigured screens and pull down sub menus with English prompts assures rapid setup
and commissioning.

1 YEAR WARRANTY

OPTIONS:
Expansion cards, networking, Nema 4X enclosure

M.V. NET (MVNET ADAPTOR) or MODBUS RTU converter (MODBUS ADAPTOR)

Network allows multiple units to be connected together for distributed applications or remote
monitoring SCADA applications.

EXPANSION CARDS:
Significant expansion is possible via additional control boards and MV networking. Up to 128
units may be interconnected, 4000 feet per node.
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FEATURES:

Microprocessor Based

Graphic LCD Display

5 Function Keys

Isolated 24VDC Sensor Power

4/20MA, 1-5V, 0-5V, 0-10VDC Programmable input

2 Analog Input

4 Analog Outputs

6 Digital Inputs

4 Digital Outputs

4 Form C Relay Outputs

Fully User Programmable in English

2 Ea. RS485 Ports (Programming and SCADA)

CPU Activity Monitor
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WIRING DETAIL

See Dwg # 03-279

All electrical wiring must be in accordance with all local state and national
codes that apply.
! Do not exceed the rated current of the D.C. power supply (100MA) or the form
C relay outputs (5A/240VAC resistive).
CAUTION

Hazardous voltages are present within the enclosure. Installation or service

should only be carried out by trained personnel.

WARNING

The range selector switches located on the bottom of the circuit

board are factory set. If a field change of input type is required see
! Appendix A. Do not apply an input signal that is not coordinated with the
range switches or the unit may be damaged.
CAUTION
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PROGRAMMING & SETUP

The Myriad HPC utilizes a plain english menu driven setup screens which are intuitive and easily
understood.
Alarm Indicator
Level Indicator

System Pressure

Pump Run Indicator

Tank Level

Engineering Units
CPU Activity Monitor

MAIN DISPLAY

NOTE: To RETURN to the main display from any other screen, scroll to EXIT and
press ENTER.

From the default screen (Fig. 1), push the Enter button to enter the password protected menus.

Enter the user selected password (factory default is zero) using the keys and press Enter to access
the first programming menu Menu 1.

NOTE: Programming should begin at Menu 2. SCALE to set the instrument for the correct input
signal from Menu 1. Use the buttons to highlight the NEXT item and press enter to access
Menu 2.

MENU 2 SCALE
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Use the buttons to highlight SCALE and press ENTER .

Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select the desired analog input range. NOTE: INPUT TYPE MUST
BE CO-ORDINATED WITH INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH LOCATED ON THE BOTTOM OF
THE CIRCUIT BOARD (See Appendix A)

The HPC does not include linearization of the input signal. The display is linear over the 2 points
selected.

DECIMAL POINT SELECTOR SCREEN

The cursor will be positioned over the decimal count window, use the Up/Down arrow buttons to
raise or lower the unit number to the left of the decimal point. (The example shown in this window will
change with your selection.)

Use the buttons to move the cursor to the number behind the decimal point and the
Up/Down buttons to change this selection. Once again the example will change to confirm your
selection.

Use the buttons to highlight the NEXT selection and press ENTER to access the Input
Scale Screen.

NOTE: Decimal point selection applies to both level and pressure displays.

INPUT SCALING TO ENGINEERING UNITS

NOTE: This screen sets what the Myriad HPC displays in the main display for the selected input.
The example shown above will display 0.0 units when the input is 4.00 MA. Both the input and the
display at that input can be changed for different requirements.
A) With the cursor selecting INPUT = 4.00 (or the zero value of the selected input) use the
buttons to change the input value for the required displayed value.
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B) Use the buttons to move the cursor to the display value and the Up/Down buttons to change
the desired display for the previously selected input. Once complete, scroll to SAVE, press
ENTER to access INPUT SCALE 2 screen.

Follow the steps outlined above to set the values of input and display for level Scale 2.

When finished with scale 2 setup, scroll the cursor to the SAVE position and press ENTER. Press
DONE and press ENTER to move to the ENGINEERING UNITS selection screen.

ENGINEERING UNITS SELECTION:

When Scale Menu is complete the INPUT TEXT menu is the last menu in the scaling process.

This screen allows the selection of several engineering units. With the cursor on the default value as
shown, press the Up/Down buttons to select between FEET OF WATER
PSI
GALLONS
LITERS
UNITS
INCHES

Use the keys to select the desired engineering units then with the keys, highlight NEXT
and press ENTER to access the display filter screen.

DISPLAY FILTER SCREEN

Use the keys to change the amount of filtering applied to the input signal. O is no filter and 10
is high filter.
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! Too much filtering will dampen process responses.

Scroll to NEXT and press ENTER to return to the Menu 2.

ANALOG OUTPUT (AOUT)

Use the keys to highlight the AOUT item and press ENTER to access the analog output signal
settings.

NOTE: There are four analog outputs on the DPC, as follows: AOUTPUT 1 and AOUTPUT 2 are
speed vs. level setpoints, which are only utilized on variable speed drive applications. This screen
allows the user to program the speed of the drive at a selected level. Both level and drive speed are
selectable.

SPEED SCALE 1

The level value will be highlighted, use the keys to change the level point at which the speed of
the drive (selected in the next block) is requested. In the example above, the drive will be at 50% speed
when the level is 30 inches.

Scroll to SAVE and press ENTER for speed scale 2.

SPEED SCALE 2

Select a value of drive speed and level as described above and scroll to DONE to save the values
selected and move to analog output 4 screen.

ANALOG OUTPUT 4 (ANLOUT4)

NOTE: Analog output 3 is a non-adjustable retransmitted signal which mirrors the analog input
signal.
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Analog output 4 is retransmitted output, which can be scaled to any value of the display. With the display
value highlighted, use the keys to select a display value at which a selectable output occurs. Use
keys to move to the output value for the previously selected display value and adjust as described
above.

NOTE: In the example shown 4.00 MA will be output from analog output 4 when the display value
is 0 inches.

Scroll to SAVE and press ENTER to move the analog output 4 scale 2.

As described above, select an output value versus display value for analog output 4. When complete use
to select SAVE and press ENTER. Select DONE and press ENTER to return to MENU 2.

From menu 2 use the keys to select SETUP and press enter to access the setup menu.

SETUP

NOTE: The SETUP menu allows access to the following items:

1) Pump elapsed timer 1

2) Pump elapsed timer 2
3) Trend screen time base
4) Password
5) Time
6) Month
7) Date
8) Day
9) Alarm Horn on/off

ELAPSED TIMER 1 & 2

An elapsed timer is provided to allow the operator to monitor the run times of the two pumps.

To reset the #1 timer use the keys to change the saved value to zero. Select NEXT and press enter
to access elapsed timer 2. Follow the procedure above to reset this timer to zero.
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Use the keys to highlight NEXT and press the enter key to move to the trend screen speed
screen.

TREND SPEED SCREEN

NOTE: The trend screen is provided as a diagnostic tool. This trend graphic will display the process
value over the time duration selected. The duration of the trend is selectable between 2 minutes, 2 hours,
12 hours, full speed. The trend is non-retentive and will overwrite previous data.

Use the keys to select the desired time base and scroll to NEXT and press ENTER to move to
the Change Password screen.

CHANGE PASSWORD SCREEN

Once the password has been changed make sure a record of the new password is
retained. Access to the programming menus requires a correct password.
!
Use the keys to enter a number up to 9999, select NEXT and press ENTER to enter the change
clock menu.

CHANGE CLOCK, MONTH, DATE AND DAY SCREENS

As described previously use the keys to set the screen to the current time. Scroll to NEXT and
press ENTER to move to the change month screen.
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The change month screen, change date screen and change day screen are all adjusted as above. After
changing the DAY screen, scroll to NEXT and press ENTER to select the Alarm Horn screen.

NOTE: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS CHANGES ARE AUTOMATIC.

ALARM HORN SCREEN

NOTE: Selecting the alarm horn to OFF will disable the internal piezo alarm from sounding when an
alarm condition occurs.

When the desired selection is made, scroll to NEXT and press ENTER to return to MENU 2. In
Menu 2 select NEXT and ENTER to select Menu 1.

MENU 1

From Menu 1 select Settings and press ENTER to access the LEAD PUMP ON setpoint.

LEAD PUMP ON

Lead pump activates with falling pressure.

NOTE: This parameter determines at what level the lead pump turns on. Using the keys select a
level point to turn on the lead pump. Scroll to NEXT and press ENTER to access the: --

LEAD PUMP OFF SCREEN

Lead pump deactivates with rising level.

Following the procedure above select a level value at which the lead pump turns off. Use NEXT with
the exit button to access the: --
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LAG PUMP ON SCREEN

Lag pump activated with falling pressure.

Select a value, which turns on the lag pump. Use NEXT and EXIT to access the : --

LAG PUMP OFF SCREEN

Lag pump deactivated with rising level.

And once again select a level value, which turns off the lag pump. Select NEXT and press EXIT to
advance to the:--

PUMP ON DELAY SCREEN

This screen allows an operator selected delay before a pump is operated after its ON setpoint has been
reached. Sometimes this delay is required to overcome process disturbances such as pressure or wave
action.

Change the ON delay as required and select NEXT and press ENTER to advance to the:--

PUMP OFF DELAY SCREEN

Change pump off delay as described above and select NEXT and press ENTER to advance to the:--
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AIR VALVE OPEN SET POINT

Air valve activated to monitor tank pressure.

NOTE: The air valve will only operate after a pump cycle is complete to top off tank pressure. Air
valve operation is disabled when a pump is operating.

Adjust desired setpoints as described previously and advance to the:

AIR VALVE CLOSED SETPOINT

The air valve will close when tank pressure has been re-established.

Adjust as described previously and advance through the alarm screens, which follow:

LEVEL ALARM SCREENS

The next screens are as follows:

Low Level Alarm Set Point

Low Level Alarm Reset Point
High Level Alarm Set Point
High Level Alarm Reset Point
Alarm Timer

Adjust and advance through the alarm settings as described previously, the alarm timer provides an
adjustable time delay for alarm notification after the alarm setpoint has been reached in order to prevent
nuisance alarms.

After the alarm timer has been set return to Menu 1 and select ALT, press ENTER to access the
alternative menu.
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ALTERNATION

NOTE: Three options are available for alternating the pump lead position:--

A) ALT OFF no alternation of lead/lag pump.

B) WHEN PUMPS STOP pumps alternate when a pump has completed a pump cycle.
C) DAILY allows for alternation of the pumps in systems, which run continuously.
Selecting DAILY brings up a new selection, which is the time of day at which the pumps
will alternate their position in the sequence even if they are operating.

Use the keys to select a time of day to alternate. Select NEXT and press ENTER to return to
Menu 1.

From Menu 1 select ALARMS and press ENTER to view the current alarm status.

ALARMS

NOTE: In this menu item, all alarm screens will be shown in an automatically SCROLLING fashion.
The following alarm status will appear on the screen:

P1 Failed to Run
P2 Failed to Run
P1 Critical Alarm
P2 Critical Alarm
High Level Alarm
Low Level Alarm
Sensor Failure

Any alarm that is currently active will be indicated on its screen by the lower display changing from
NOT ACTIVE to ACTIVE. Any ACTIVE alarm must be reset by selecting RESET with the
arrows and pressing ENTER after the causal condition has been removed.

NOTE: While in the main display any alarm condition which occurs during normal operation will cause
a time and date stamped message to pop-up over the main display screen indicating the specific alarm
condition. The on board horn will sound. To clear the screen and stop the horn, press any key.
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On the main display a ! will flash indicating that an alarm condition still exists. This indicator
will be removed after the alarm has been cleared as described above. The RESET selection appears on
the ALARMS and the ENTER PASSWORD screens.
OPERATIONAL INFORMATION

Several items of operational information are provided for operator review of system status. These items
may be accessed from the VIEW screen, which appears at the bottom of the PASSWORD entry
screen.

From the main menu press ENTER key to access the ENTER PASSWORD screen. Use the
keys to scroll to the VIEW position and press ENTER.

NOTE: IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO ENTER A PASSWORD TO ENTER THIS SCREEN.

VIEW MENU

TREND will be highlighted, press ENTER to view the recorded trend of the process value for the
time selected previously during the setup procedure (2 min., 2 hrs, 12 hrs, or full speed).

After viewing the process trend press ENTER to return to the VIEW menu. Select PEAK with the
keys and press ENTER.

This screen records the highest and lowest process values that have occurred since the last CLR (clear).
To reset these values to the current value of the process, scroll to CLR and press ENTER. The cursor
will automatically move to the BACK position, press ENTER to return to the VIEW menu. Select
ALARMS and press enter to view the current alarm status and use RESET as described previously to
clear any active alarms. Select BACK and press ENTER to return to the VIEW menu. Select
ETMS and press ENTER to view the recorded elapsed times for each pump.
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NOTE: Elapsed times are re-settable in the SETUP mode and will ROLLOVER to zero after
1,000,000 hours if not reset.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE SHOOTING

MAINTENANCE:

The Myriad HPC is a digital solid-state device, which requires no periodic maintenance.

Occasional physical checks of the unit should be carried out for physical and mechanical security of
mounting, terminal blocks, and electrical wiring.

TROUBLE SHOOTING:

UNIT LOCKS UP Recycle power to the unit by removing AC power, waiting 10 seconds and
reconnecting power.

NOTE: This . should be done by using the user provided circuit breaker or fuse,
not by removing the power wires at the terminal block. Serious injury or death
can occur if contact is made with the incoming ac power.
WARNING

LCD display goes dim or contrast is poor. Remove power from the unit, release the 2 rear mounting
screws and slide the unit forward in its case approximately 1 inch. On the left side of the circuit
board is an adjustable potentiometer. With a small screwdriver adjust this pot to allow alter the
contrast to the desired amount. Return the unit to its normal position and secure the rear screws.

DISPLAY REMAINS AT ZERO OR SHOWS NO CHANGE -- If the display remains at zero or

shows no change but the process is changing, check for D.C. voltage on the loop. With 2 wire
(4/20MA) instruments check with a D.C. voltmeter at the level instrument, by disconnecting the level
instrument from its 2 wires and measuring across these 2 wires with a D.C. voltmeter for the presence
of 24VDC.

If D.C. voltage is present, reconnect the negative wire of the supply and insert a milliampmeter
between the positive wires. The loop should provide a signal between 4 and 20 MA. If no current is
present or Y current exceeds 20MA consult the level instrument supplier.

If D.C. voltage is not present check the user supplied power supply or if using the Myriad supply
measure across terminals 24VDC and A/C. If no 24VDC is present consult factory. If 24VDC is
present check field wiring between the Myriad and the field device and recheck SCALE functions to
insure correct setup.

Unit appears to be functioning but does not bring on pumps or alarms. From MENU 2 scroll to DIAG
and press enter:--
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DIAGNOSTIC SCREEN

Raw Analog In Raw Analog Out

Software
Digital Input Revision Level
& Outputs
DO/DI DO/DI

The diagnostic screen provides information about the current status of inputs and outputs and provides
valuable information to aid in trouble shooting.

The screen shows the status of the RAW analog input 1 and output 1 values. These raw values are
approximately the input and output range in the selected input value; as shown, the input is 20.00 MA and
the output is 20.00 MA. These values can provide help in determining if the Myriad DPC is receiving the
correct analog input.

The next indicators are the digital input/output status. Any active (ON) DO/DI is indicated by an active
black block above its respective number.

The input/outputs are as follows:--

ANALOG INPUT

1 Pressure transmitter 3A1

2 Level Transmitter 4A1

DIGITAL

DIGITAL INPUT

1 Pump 1 Run Feedback 1DI

2 Pump 2 Run Feedback 2DI
3 Critical Alarm Pump 1 3DI
4 Critical Alarm Pump 2 4DI
1 Pump 1 HOA in Auto 1AI
2 Pump 2 HOA in Auto 2AI
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DIGITAL OUTPUT

1 Relay 1 Run to Pump 1 RLY1

2 Relay 2 Run to Pump 2 RLY2
3 Level Alarm RLY3
4 General Alarm RLY4
1 Pressure Alarm DO1
2 Pump 1 Fault DO2
3 Pump 2 Fault DO3
4 Add Air Solenoid DO4

NOTES ON ALARMS

General Alarm output is energized for any alarm in the system that becomes active.

PUMP ALARMS

(1) Pump fail, after a pump has been called to run a digital input (normally from the auxiliary contact on
the respective motor starter) is feedback to the controller at 1DI and 2DI. If the controller fails to see
this input it assumes the motor starter has failed to energize the starter and it energizes the Pump Failed
to Run alarm, removes this pump from the sequence and brings on the next available pump.

(2) Critical alarm, the critical alarm inputs 3DI and 4DI or normally closed inputs usually from the pump
motor thermostat. If the controller sees either of these inputs go open, then the critical alarm is
brought up on the screen and the respective pump is shut down. The next pump is brought on.
NOTE: If these inputs are not used they should be jumpered.

(3) H.O.A. selectors, are monitored for their position at 1AI and 2AI. If an HOA is not in the Auto
position that pump will not be permitted to run.
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APPENDIX A

SWITCH SELECTION OF ANALOG INPUT RANGES (Factory default 4/20MA).

The range dip switches are located on the bottom of the main circuit board. Disconnect power, remove
two rear screws, remove terminal strips and slide the entire unit out of its case. Turn the unit upside down
to locate the range dip switches.

SW1 SW2 INPUT 4 DESCRIPTION

0 0 Ain1 range = 5V
0 1 Ain1 range = 10V
1 0 AIn4 range = 20mA ON
1 1 Not Used
1

SW3 SW4 DESCRIPTION
2

0 0 AIn2 range = 5V 3

0 1 AIn2 range = 10V
1 0 AIn2 range = 20mA 4

1 1 Not Used
5

6

SW5 SW6 DESCRIPTION
0 0 AIn3 range = 5V 7

0 1 AIn3 range = 10V
1 0 AIn3 range = 20mA 8

1 1 Not Used
EXAMPLE ONLY
SW7 SW8 DESCRIPTION
0 0 Ain4 range = 5V
0 1 Ain4 range = 10V
1 0 Ain4 range = 20mA
1 1 Not Used

CAUTION, ENSURE THAT DIP SWITCHES ARE CORRECTLY SET FOR

! INPUT RANGE REQUIRED.
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WARRANTY
All Sigma Controls, Inc. products are warranted to
be free from defective materials and workmanship
for one (1) year from date of shipment. Sigma
reserves the right to repair or replace at its option
any product found to be defective. In no event shall
Sigma Controls, Inc. be liable for any consequential,
incidental, or special damages and the limit of its
liability shall not exceed the purchase price of the
supplied equipment.

RETURN FOR REPAIR POLICY (WARRANTY/NON-

(WARRANTY/NON-WARRANTY
REPAIR)
REPAIR)

Return status can be determined upon factory inspection of

returned equipment.
A completed Return Authorization form must accompany all items
returned for repair.
Repairs will be evaluated as quickly as possible. Cost for non-
warranty repairs will be provided before repairs are initiated and
repairs will be completed only after approval by customer.

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