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EMC 880 User Manual

EMC 880
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EMC 880
Kiln Controller
880 Operation Manual Issue 7 EMC INDUSTRIAL GROUP LTD
Operation Manual
Software Revision 2.0 to 2.7

Table of Contents

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EMC 880 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEMC
Model880
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

About this manual

Explains the manual's structure and how to use it for quick information retrieval.

Please Read

Crucial pre-firing checks, including thermocouple matching and ambient temperature.

Quick Firing Guide

Establish Firing Program

Details on creating a temperature profile and entering program values for a bisque firing.

Store a Bisque Firing as Program 1

Step-by-step guide to saving a bisque firing configuration as Program 1.

Start Bisque Firing Instantly

Instructions for initiating a firing immediately after programming.

Delay Start Bisque Firing By 3 Hours

Method to schedule a firing to begin after a specified time delay.

Operation of Controller

Overview, Program Entry, and Ramp Settings

Covers general operation, entering/selecting programs, and setting ramp rates.

Stage Temperature, Hold, and Vent Configuration

Setting target temperatures, hold times, and vent points for program stages 1-6.

Vent Settings and Firing Initiation Methods

Setting vent open points and initiating firings via instant or delayed start.

Stage Start and During Firing Operations

Starting a firing from a specific stage and monitoring/adjusting settings during an active firing.

Controller Keys and Their Functions

Details the purpose and operation of the RUN STOP, MENU, Control Temp, and Time To Go keys.

Alarm Cancel Key and Indicator Lights

Usage of the Alarm Cancel key and explanation of various indicator lights.

Display Information

Details on how the large and small displays present information during operation.

Small Display, Beeper, and Power Up Test Procedures

Explains small display functions, beeper signals, and the power-up test sequence.

Power Failure and Recovery Procedures

Describes how the controller behaves and recovers after a power interruption.

Alarms and Fault Diagnostics

Alarm List

Detailed list of alarm codes, their causes, and recommended remedies for troubleshooting.

Fault Diagnostics and Typical Faults List

Procedures for diagnosing faults and a list of common issues with solutions.

Installation Guide

Dimensions, Mounting, and Cable Separation

Physical dimensions, mounting, and critical advice on separating power and thermocouple cables.

Wiring and Electrical Considerations

General wiring guidelines and electrical interference suppression.

Power Supply and Interference Suppression

Connecting power and suppressing electrical interference for reliable operation.

Relay Outputs (Heat, Run, Vent)

Details on Heat, Run, and Vent relay functionalities and wiring.

Alarm Relay and Sensor Wiring

Information on Alarm Relay, Thermocouple, and Resistance Thermometer wiring.

Field Settings Configuration

Entering Field Settings and Table Overview

Procedure to enter field settings mode and a summary table of all settings.

Input Sensor Configuration

How to select and set the input sensor type (Thermocouple or RTD).

Demo Mode, Auto-Continue, and Hold Limits Configuration

Configuring demo mode, auto-continue, and setting temperature limits for holds.

Loss of Control Timeout and Auto Simmerstat Settings

Setting timeout for loss of control alarms and configuring the automatic simmerstat feature.

Product Specifications

Program, Controller, and Other Settings

Overview of program parameters, input sensor types, and other configurable settings.

Outputs, General, and Ordering Information

Details on outputs, housing, environment, power supply, and ordering.