Design and Function Page: 28 Controller overview Describes how the SIGMA CONTROL 2 controls, regulates, monitors, and protects the machine.
Operating panel Describes the physical operating panel of the controller, including its monitoring and protective functions.
Operating elements Identifies and explains the function of each physical operating element on the controller panel.
Display elements Describes the indicators on the controller that show the machine's status (ON, IDLE, LOAD, Warning, Alarm).
RFID reader Details the RFID reader's function for user identification and access to controller settings.
Display Explains how to use the display to read information and check entered data, including operating mode display.
Operating mode Describes how the operating mode is displayed, including header information and data variations by machine type.
Main menu Details how to navigate the main menu, its representation, numbering, and active line display.
Setting parameters Guides on how to set parameters by switching to setting mode and changing values.
Access control Describes how access to the controller is managed via user names, passwords, and RFID cards, including access levels.
KAESER CONNECT Introduces KAESER CONNECT for remote visualization and monitoring of the controller via a web browser.
Menu overview Provides an overview of the menu structure and initial display upon switching on the controller.
Operating mode Details the information displayed when the power is switched on, including compressor and controller details.
Menu structure Explains how to navigate the main menu and access submenus, noting password requirements and software version dependency.
Status menu Describes the "Status" menu, including sections for messages, statistics, and pressure control parameters.
Configuration menu Explains the "Configuration" menu, covering system information, date/time settings, and network parameters.
Pressure control Lists configuration options for pressure control, control modes, and compressor start/stop functions.
Control mode Details configuration settings for Electronic Thermal Management (ETM), timers, and refrigeration dryer operation.
Compressor start Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Acknowledgement Lists configuration options for Com-Modules, connections, and master/slave settings.
ETM Details configuration settings for compressor motor, power switching, and components.
I/O periphery Explains configuration for switching points, time delays, logic settings, and message types for inputs/outputs.
Timer Explains configuration for switching points, time delays, logic settings, and message types for inputs/outputs.
PD temperature controller Explains configuration for switching points, time delays, logic settings, and message types for inputs/outputs.
Save data Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Pressure control menu Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Load control Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
I/O periphery menu Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Switch Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Communication menu Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Connections menu Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Components menu Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Power switching menu Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Machine operating modes Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Control modes Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
MODULATING control Covers configuration menus for saving data, formatting SD cards, and network communication settings.
Initial Start-up Page: 53 Outline Provides an overview of the initial start-up process and the relevance of various settings for different applications.
Setting the controller Introduces the detailed steps for configuring the SIGMA CONTROL 2 controller, including basic settings.
Selecting menu options Explains how to navigate through the controller's menu options using the arrow and Enter keys.
Setting the language Guides on how to set the user interface language from a list of supported languages.
Noting the user name Describes how the user name is linked to the RFID Equipment Card number for identification.
Generating a password Guides on how to generate a password for manual log-on and for KAESER CONNECT access.
Manual user log-in Explains how to manually log in using a user name and password if the RFID card is lost or damaged.
Set the time zone Explains how to set the time zone for accurate automatic time conversion (e.g., daylight saving).
Set display formats Guides on setting date, time, and pressure/temperature units according to language and user preference.
IP configuration Guides on setting the IP configuration for connecting SIGMA CONTROL 2 to a network or KAESER CONNECT.
Using KAESER CONNECT Introduces KAESER CONNECT for remote monitoring and data access via a web browser.
Open KAESER CONNECT Guides on how to open KAESER CONNECT by entering the controller's IP address in a web browser.
System status menu Describes how to access and view the system status menu within KAESER CONNECT.
Graphs menu Explains how to use the Graphs menu to view recorded machine data and analyze trends over time.
Zoom function Details how to use the Zoom function in the Graphs menu to enlarge specific areas of the graph.
Messages menu Explains how to access and view different types of messages (current, compressor, diagnostic, system) in KAESER CONNECT.
I/O display menu Describes how to view measured values of analog inputs and states of digital inputs/outputs in the I/O display menu.
User management menu Explains how to create and manage user accounts for accessing the controller via KAESER CONNECT.
Settings Guides on adjusting settings like units, date format, and time format within KAESER CONNECT.
Backup menu Explains how to download data (backup all, log files, settings, user info) from the controller to a PC.
Data recording menu Describes how to download machine data from the SD card to another device with internet connection.
Closing KAESER CONNECT Provides instructions on how to properly close the KAESER CONNECT session by clicking Logout.
"Autostart" function Describes the Autostart function for preventing simultaneous starts and setting delay periods.
Control modes Introduces the different control modes available for the controller, explaining their impact on load performance.
Setting the control mode Lists the possible control modes (DUAL, QUADRO, VARIO, DYNAMIC, Continuous) and their basic characteristics.
Refrigerated dryer Covers the operation and configuration of the refrigerated dryer, including operating modes and alarm procedures.
Output messages Explains how to activate messages for the refrigerated dryer's operating temperature as binary signals.
Menu Load control Guides on accessing the Load control menu within the configuration settings.
Setting local mode Explains how to set the local operating mode, such as pA/pB Clock or pA/pB Cycle.
SAM 4.0 mode Details how to modify SIGMA CONTROL 2 settings for operation via SIGMA NETWORK with KAESER SIGMA AIR MANAGER 4.0.
Setting the slave number Details setting the SAM 4.0 mode, including IP configuration for both master and slave controllers.
DO functions menu Explains how to assign requested messages to free digital outputs (DOR or DOT).
Setting the logic Describes how to set the logic (e.g., 24V, 0V) for external messages.
Analogue values menu Guides on using the Analogue values menu to define customized messages for measured values.
Timer Explains the integrated timer functionality for controlling adjustable DOR outputs based on cut-in/out durations.
Assigning an input Explains how to assign an input for remote acknowledgement and activate the remote control key.
Pressure control menu Describes accessing the "Network actual pressure" menu for linking external transducer inputs.
Operation Page: 178 Switching on and off Explains the correct procedure for switching the machine on and off using the operating panel keys.
Switching on Details the steps for safely switching on the machine, including checking LEDs and waiting for system start.
Switching off Describes the standard procedure for switching the machine off using the OFF key.
Displaying messages Explains how to access and view current messages and message history through the Status menu.
Displaying analogue data Explains how to access and view analogue data for various components like compressor, motor, and fan.
Displaying operating data Covers how to access and display operating data such as operating hours, switching cycles, and kWh counter.
Safety relief valve test Details the procedure for performing a safety relief valve test, including preparation, execution, and conclusion.
Preparing the test Guides on preparing for the safety relief valve test by determining pressures and shutting down the machine.
Performing the test Explains how to perform the safety relief valve test by activating the test mode and monitoring pressure.
Performing the test Provides detailed steps for performing the test on compressors with and without internal pressure transducers.
Performing the inspection Details the steps for performing the inspection, including warming up, shutting down, and cooling the machine.
Save data Explains how SIGMA CONTROL 2 settings can be backed up to an SD card.
Save data Guides on saving controller settings to an SD card, including language selection and security queries.
Format SD card Details how to format the SD card, including switching off the machine and actuating the emergency stop button.
Fault Recognition and Rectification Page: 197 Basic information Offers basic information on identifying fault types (machine, controller, warning) and general rectification measures.
Interpreting fault messages Lists fault messages related to star/delta contactors, high-voltage cells, softstarters, and redundancy contactors.
Interpreting warning messages Lists common warning messages, their possible causes, and remedies, starting with equipment number and motor temperature.
Interpreting warning messages Continues the list of warning messages, causes, and remedies, covering mains contactors, oil separators, and filters.
Interpreting warning messages Lists warning messages related to external load signals, oil temperature, DO test, system pressure, and condensate drains.
Interpreting warning messages Lists warning messages related to compressor motor frequency converter faults, AI errors, and test shut-off requirements.
Interpreting warning messages Lists warning messages related to analog inputs (AIR) for open circuits, short circuits, sensor faults, and accidental grounds.
Interpreting warning messages Lists warning messages related to analog inputs (AIR) for open circuits, short circuits, sensor faults, and accidental grounds.
Interpreting warning messages Lists warning messages related to analog inputs (AIR) for short circuits, open circuits, sensor faults, and accidental grounds.
Interpreting warning messages Lists warning messages related to analog inputs (AIR) for short circuits, open circuits, sensor faults, and accidental grounds.
Interpreting system messages Explains how system messages (letter 'Y') cause machine shutdown and require service representative intervention.
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