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Carel uChiller UCHBP00000190 User Manual

Carel uChiller UCHBP00000190
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USER MANUAL
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Carel uChiller UCHBP00000190 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCarel
ModeluChiller UCHBP00000190
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

GENERAL WARNINGS

Disposal

Information on correct handling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

WEEE Information

Details on WEEE disposal procedures and regulations for users.

Introduction

Main Functions

Overview of the primary features and capabilities of the μChiller controller.

Models

Details on the different available models of the μChiller controller.

Accessories

List and descriptions of optional accessories for the μChiller.

μChiller User Terminal

Details on the user terminal for display and keypad functions.

pGDx Touch User Terminal

Description of the 4.3" pGDx graphic touch screen terminal.

EVD Evolution/EVD Evolution Twin Valve Driver

Information on the EVD Evolution driver for electronic expansion valves.

Temperature Sensors

Information on NTC sensors for temperature measurement in various circuits.

Pressure Sensors

Details on pressure sensors for measuring evaporation and condensing pressure.

Unipolar Valve

Description of the unipolar electronic expansion valve and its usage.

Ultracap Module (EVD0000UC0)

Details on the optional external backup module for the EVD Evolution driver.

Ultracap Module for Unipolar Valve

Details on the optional external backup module for unipolar valves.

CloudGate for tERA Connection

Information on CloudGate for IoT gateways and tERA platform services.

Connector Kit

List of connector kits for panel and DIN rail models.

Cables for LED Displays

Information on display cables for DIN rail models.

USB/RS485 Converter

Description of the electronic device for PC interfacing via USB.

INSTALLATION

Warnings

Important warnings regarding installation environment and conditions.

Panel Version

Details regarding the panel mounting version of the controller.

Removal (Panel Version)

Procedure for removing the panel version controller.

DIN Rail Version

Details regarding the DIN rail mounting version of the controller.

Removal (DIN Rail Version)

Procedure for removing the DIN rail version controller.

Electrical Installation

General guidelines for electrical installation.

Probe/Digital Input Connection

Instructions for connecting probes and digital inputs.

Connection to User Terminals

How to connect the user terminal to the controller.

Positioning Inside the Panel

Guidelines for correctly positioning the controller within an electrical panel.

Connecting Serial Ports with Two Circuits

Instructions for serial port connections between two circuits.

Connection to Power+ (for BLDC)

Details on connecting the Power+ speed drive for BLDC compressors.

Positioning of Probes/ Components

Guidance on optimal placement of probes and components.

Analogue Inputs

Details on configuring analogue inputs for master and slave circuits.

Digital Inputs

List of parameters for configuring digital inputs.

Analogue Outputs

Parameters for configuring analogue outputs.

Digital Outputs

Parameters for configuring digital outputs.

Functional Diagrams

Chillers, On/Off Compressors and Thermostatic Expansion Valve

Functional diagram for chillers with On/Off compressors and thermostatic expansion valves.

Chillers, On/Off Compressors with Free Cooling and Thermostatic Expansion Valve

Functional diagram for chillers with free cooling and thermostatic expansion valves.

Chillers/Heat Pumps, On/Off Compressors and Bipolar ExV Expansion Valve

Functional diagram for chillers/heat pumps with On/Off compressors and bipolar ExV valves.

Chiller/Water-to-Water Heat Pump, On/Off Compressors and Bipolar ExV Expansion Valve

Functional diagram for chiller/water-to-water heat pumps with On/Off compressors and bipolar ExV valves.

Chillers, On/Off Compressors and Unipolar ExV Expansion Valve

Functional diagram for chillers with On/Off compressors and unipolar ExV valves.

Chillers/Heat Pumps, BLDC+On/Off Compressors and Bipolar ExV Expansion Valve

Functional diagram for chillers/heat pumps with BLDC+On/Off compressors and bipolar ExV valves.

Chillers/Heat Pumps, BLDC+On/Off Compressors and Bipolar ExV Expansion Valve

Functional diagram for chillers/heat pumps with BLDC+On/Off compressors and bipolar ExV valves.

INITIAL CONFIGURATION

APPLICA App

Using the APPLICA mobile app for configuration via NFC and Bluetooth.

Configuration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for configuring the unit using the APPLICA app.

Configure the Unit

Steps to configure the unit's parameters using APPLICA.

Configure the Inputs/Outputs

Steps to configure the controller's inputs and outputs using APPLICA.

Configure Parameter Compatibility with mCH2 (Legacy Model Only)

Configuring compatibility parameters for legacy mCH2 models.

Applica: Date and Time Setting

Setting the unit's date and time using the APPLICA app.

Applica: Copy Configuration

Using APPLICA to clone and replicate unit configurations.

Unit Set-up Parameter List

Unit Parameters

List of unit setup parameters with their default, min, and max values.

I/O Configuration

Detailed list of I/O configuration parameters for the controller.

mCH2 Parameters (Legacy Models Only)

Table of mCH2 parameters for legacy models.

Applica Desktop

Preparing for Operation

Steps to prepare for operation using Applica Desktop.

Configuration Procedure with Applica Desktop - Legacy Model

Step 1 - Set the Refrigerant

Setting the refrigerant type using Applica Desktop.

USER INTERFACE

Introduction

Overview of the μChiller user terminal and its capabilities.

User Terminal

Description of the user terminal's components and interface.

Icons

Explanation of the icons indicating device status and operating modes.

Standard Display

Description of the standard display content and behavior.

Direct Access Functions

Accessing direct functions like set point and unit on/off.

Programming Mode

Navigating and using the programming mode for parameter adjustment.

Programming Menu

Overview of the different programming categories (PLt, EEV, CMP, Src, Clc, Hst).

FUNCTIONS

Temperature Control

How the μChiller controls temperature using PID.

Proportional Control

Details on proportional control and its parameters for temperature regulation.

Set Point Compensation

Adjusting set points based on outside temperature for improved efficiency.

Request from BMS

Managing requests from a BMS system.

High Evaporator Outlet Temperature Alarm

Handling and managing high evaporator outlet temperature alarms.

User Pumps

Cyclical Pump Activation During Standby

Configuring cyclical pump activation during standby for energy saving.

Frost Protection Control

Frost Protection Alarm

Managing frost protection alarms based on evaporator conditions.

Frost Protection Threshold with Glide (R407C)

Setting frost protection thresholds considering refrigerants with glide (e.g., R407C).

Frost Protection Alarm with Water Temperature

Frost protection alarm management using water temperature.

Frost Prevention

Overview of frost prevention methods and probe configuration.

Frost Protection Management with Two Circuits

How frost protection is managed for units with two circuits.

Frost Protection with the Unit OFF

Frost protection measures when the unit is switched off.

Frost Protection Heater Configuration

Configuring the frost protection heater settings.

Compressor Rotation

Type of Rotation

Different types of compressor rotation logic (FIFO, Time).

Capacity Distribution

How the controller distributes capacity between circuits and compressors.

Rotation Due to Alarm

Compressor rotation strategy in case of an alarm.

Force Rotation (Destabilisation)

Function to rotate compressors to prevent inactivity issues.

Compressor Management

Predefined BLDC Compressors

Selecting and configuring predefined BLDC compressors.

Safety Times

Compressor safety time parameters to ensure proper operation.

BLDC Compressor Start-up

Managing BLDC compressor start-up according to manufacturer specifications.

BLDC Oil Recovery

Function to ensure oil return to the compressor crankcase.

Tandem BLDC Oil Equalisation

Managing oil equalisation for tandem BLDC compressors.

Compressors with Capacity Control (Legacy Model Only)

Capacity control for compressors in Legacy models.

BLDC Compressor Protectors

BLDC Compressor Protectors

Overview of BLDC compressor protection mechanisms and operating limits.

BLDC Comp. Alarm Prevention

Prevention Actions for BLDC Compressors

Actions taken to prevent BLDC compressors from operating outside limits.

Compressor Alarms

Compressor Shutdown

Conditions and delays for compressor shutdown.

Power+ Speed Drive

Expansion Valve Driver

Control of the Expansion Valve

How the controller manages the expansion valve functions.

Source Pump

Source Fans

Modulating/On-Off Fans

Control modes for modulating and ON-OFF source fans.

Control in Chiller Mode

Control in Heat Pump Mode

“Low Noise” Function

Function to reduce fan noise during specific periods.

Fan Anti-blocking Function

Fan anti-blocking function for cold climate operation.

Free Cooling

Free Cooling

Enabling and configuring the free cooling function.

Types of Free Cooling

Different types of free cooling configurations.

Condensing Unit with Common Air Circuit

Free cooling for condensing units with a common air circuit.

Air-cooled Condensing Unit with Separate Air Circuit

Free cooling for air-cooled condensing units with separate air circuits.

Water-cooled Condensing Unit

Free cooling for water-cooled condensing units.

Free Cooling

Dynamic Control Gain

Dynamic control gain for balancing free cooling and evaporator capacity.

Effectiveness Control

Control to ensure unit operation when free cooling alone is insufficient.

Valve Anti-block Management

Managing valve anti-block to prevent mechanical issues.

Defrost

Defrost Procedure

Step-by-step procedure for the defrost function.

Defrost with Fans

Using fans for defrost in specific conditions to improve efficiency.

Sliding Defrost

Adjusting defrost delay based on outside air temperature for better performance.

Defrost Synchronisation

Synchronizing defrost procedures for units with two circuits.

4-Way Valve Management

Manual Device Management

Air/Air Unit Management (Legacy Model Only)

User Fan

Managing the user fan on air/air units.

Hot-start and Hot-keep Functions

Hot-start and hot-keep functions for heating mode on air/air units.

Temperature Set Point for Deactivating the Compressors

Deactivating compressors based on outside temperature for energy efficiency.

Automatic Heater Management for Water Units (Legacy Model Only)

Condensing Unit Management

Request via BMS

Requesting operations via the BMS.

Request via Digital Inputs

Requesting operations via digital inputs.

Automatic Changeover (Legacy Model Only)

Mode 1: Outside Air Temperature

Automatic changeover based on outside air temperature.

Mode 2: Air Return Temperature (A/A Units)

Automatic changeover based on air return temperature for A/A units.

Mode 3: Delivery Water Temperature (A/W and W/W Units)

Automatic changeover based on delivery water temperature for A/W and W/W units.

PARAMETER TABLE

System

Table of system-related parameters.

Compressor

Table of compressor-related parameters.

BLDC and Inverter

Table of parameters for BLDC compressors and inverters.

Valve

Table of parameters related to valves, including ExV.

Source

Table of parameters related to source fans and pumps.

Input/Output Configuration

Table of input/output configuration parameters.

mCH2 Parameters (Legacy Models Only)

Table of mCH2 parameters for legacy models.

BMS Port

Table of parameters for BMS port configuration.

Password

Table of password parameters for different access levels.

Dashboard Values

Table of parameters displayed on the dashboard.

Settings

Table of general settings parameters.

SUPERVISOR TABLE

Coil Status

Supervisor table for coil status variables.

Input Status

Supervisor table for input status variables.

Holding Register

Supervisor table for holding register variables.

Input Register

Supervisor table for input register variables.

ALARMS AND SIGNALS

Types of Alarms

Classification of alarms based on reset modes.

Alarm List

Comprehensive list of alarms, their causes, and reset procedures.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Specifications

Physical dimensions, materials, and environmental conditions.

Electrical Specifications

Electrical ratings, power supply, and protection class details.

User Interface

Specifications for the user interface components like buzzer and display.

Connectivity

Details on NFC, Bluetooth, and serial interface connectivity.

Analogue Inputs

Specifications for analogue inputs, including NTC, 0-5V, and 4-20mA types.

Digital Outputs

Specifications for digital outputs, including voltage and current ratings.

Emergency Power Supply

Information on the emergency power supply, specifically the Ultracap module.

Probe and Terminal Power Supply

Specifications for probe and terminal power supplies.

Serial Ports

Details on BMS and FieldBus serial port specifications.

Conformity

Compliance with electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards.

Connector/Cable Table

RELEASE NOTES

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