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Danfoss EKE 1A

Danfoss EKE 1A
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User Guide
Superheat controller
Type EKE 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D
For commercial air conditioning and pvo4 refrigeration applications
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Danfoss EKE 1A Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Supply230 V AC
Control TypeOn/Off
Digital Inputs2
Relay Outputs1
EnclosureIP 20
Switching Voltage250 V AC
Housing MaterialPlastic
OutputRelay
Operating Temperature-20 to +60 °C
Ambient Temperature Range-20 to +60 °C

Summary

1 Introduction

2 Portfolio overview

3 Installation

3.1 Environmental conditions

Specifies the operating and storage conditions for the controller.

3.2 Mounting

Details the DIN rail mounting procedure for the controller.

3.3 General Connections overview

Provides a general overview of possible controller connections.

3.4 Cabling lengths for different connections

Outlines recommended cable lengths for various connections.

3.5 Connecting Relay Outputs

Explains how to connect the controller's relay output.

3.6 Temperature Sensor Mounting

Provides guidelines for mounting temperature sensors for accurate readings.

3.7 Power and signal sharing

Covers sharing power supplies and signals between EKE controllers.

4 Applications

4.1 Controller Mode

Explains the Superheat and Temperature control modes.

4.1.1 Superheat control mode

Describes controlling superheat using pressure and temperature sensors.

4.1.2 Temperature control mode

Explains temperature control using ON/OFF or Modulating thermostats.

4.2 Driver Mode

Details the EKE controller's function as a stepper motor valve driver.

4.3 Typical EKE applications

Illustrates common applications like chillers and heat pumps.

5 User Interface

5.1 Configuration using MMI Display

Guides on connecting and configuring the controller via MMIGRS2 display.

5.1.1 MMIGRS2 Setup and service

Details the setup and service options available on the MMIGRS2 interface.

5.1.2 MMIGRS2 Main screen

Describes the data displayed on the MMIGRS2 main operational screen.

5.1.3 ERR31 Error Alarm on the external display - MMIGRS2

Explains how to troubleshoot the ERR31 communication error with MMIGRS2.

5.1.4 Service mode through MMIGRS2

Describes using the MMIGRS2 for diagnostic and service operations.

5.2 Configuration using KoolProg Software:

Details using KoolProg for controller configuration and analysis.

5.3 Quick Configuration

Provides quick parameter settings for general applications.

6 Configuration

6.1 Driver Mode

Configures the EKE as a stepper motor valve driver via analog or bus.

6.1.1 Driver Mode using analog signal

Sets up analog signal inputs for driving the stepper motor valve.

6.1.2 Driver Mode using Communication Bus

Configures valve operation via communication bus in Driver Mode.

6.2 Superheat Control Mode

Details superheat control principles and basic parameters.

6.2.1 Superheat Reference Calculation Parameters

Explains methods for calculating the superheat reference.

6.2.2 Temperature Control Parameters

Covers ON/OFF and Modulating thermostat methods for temperature control.

6.2.3 Offsetting Superheat, Temperature and OD Via External signal

Explains how to offset references using external signals.

6.2.4 Compressor feed Forward function

Enables adjusting PI parameters based on compressor speed.

6.3 Other features and modes

Covers additional features and operational modes.

6.3.1 Startup and Defrost Modes

Details startup modes and defrost sequence operations.

6.3.2 Protection features

Lists and explains the controller's protection features against adverse conditions.

6.3.3 Manual Mode

Allows manual control of valve and relay via digital inputs.

6.3.4 Valve configuration

Enables selection and configuration of various stepper motor valves.

7 Parameter List

8 Alarms and troubleshooting

8.1 Alarms

Lists various alarm types including configuration, sensor, and bus errors.

8.1.1 Configuration errors

Details alarms related to incorrect configuration settings.

8.1.2 Sensor alarmserrors

Explains alarms due to sensor issues or missing signals.

8.1.3 Stepper alarmserrors

Covers alarms related to stepper motor valve operation.

8.1.4 Bus alarmserrors

Details alarms related to communication bus issues.

8.1.5 Application alarms

Lists alarms specific to application conditions like temperature or pressure.

8.1.6 Thermostat alarms

Explains alarms related to thermostat operation.

8.1.7 Stop state alarm

Describes the alarm condition when the controller is in a stop state.

8.1.8 Manual mode alarm

Explains the alarm condition when manual control is active.

8.2 Troubleshooting

Provides a guide for diagnosing and resolving operational problems.

9 Appendix

10 Ordering

11 Certificates, declarations, and approvals

12 Online support

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