Preliminary Warnings
The following preliminary warnings should be
read before installing and using the series 450
controller. This will allow the controller to be put
into service more quickly and will avoid certain
problems which may mistakenly be interpreted
as malfunctions or limitations of the controller.
• Immediately after unpacking the controller, make a
note of the order code and the other identification
data given on the label affixed to the outside of the
container and copy them to the table below.
These details must always be kept close at hand and
referred to the personnel involved in the event of help
from Gefran Customer Service Assistance.
• Check also that the instrument is complete and has
not been damaged at all during transit, and that the
package contains not only the controller and these
Instructions for Use, but also the kit for fixing to the
panel and the dust protection seal - see:
Installation with Panel Fixing in Section 2.
Any inconsistencies, omissions or evident signs of
damage should be reported immediately to your
Gefran sales agent.
• Check that the order code corresponds with the
configuration requested for the application the
instrument is needed for.
• N°. and Type of Inputs/Outputs available
• Presence of the necessary options and
accessories
• Mains voltage supply
Example: 450 – R – R – 0
Model 450
2 relay outputs
Power supply 11...27Vac/dc
• Before installing the instrument series 450 on the
control panel of the machine or host system, refer to
the paragraph “Dimensions and Cut-out” in Section 2
“Installation and Connection”.
• Where configuration by PC is provided for, make
sure the interface RS232 cable is available and the
CD-ROM containing the GF_eXpress software.
For the order code refer to Section 14 “Accessories”.
Users and/or system integrators who wish to
know more about the concepts of serial
communication between standard PC and or
Gefran Industrial PC and Gefran Programmable
Instruments, can access the various technical
reference Documents in Adobe Acrobat format
available in the Download section of the Gefran
Web Site www.gefran.com including:
• Serial Communication
• MODBus Protocol
In the same Download section of the Gefran Web Site
www.gefran.com the instrument serie 450 reference
manual is available in Adobe Acrobat format, containing
a detailed description of all the adjustable parameters and
procedures.
In the event of presumed instrument malfunction, before
contacting Gefran Technical Service Assistance, refer to
the F.A.Q. Section (Frequently Asked Questions) on the
Gefran Web Site www.gefran.com
SN: ......................... (Serial n°)
CODE: ......................... (Finished product code)
TYPE: ......................... (Order Code)
SUPPLY: ......................... (Type of electrical power supply)
VERS: ......................... (Software version)