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MERRICK MC3
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MC³ Controller
Operation and Maintenance
Manual
for the
24.96.EX.G Belt Feeder
Merrick Industries, Inc.
10 Arthur Drive
Lynn Haven, FL 32444
(850) 265-3611
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MERRICK MC3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMERRICK
ModelMC3
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to the MC3 Controller

Safety Precautions

Personnel safety instructions and precautions for operating the MC3 Controller.

Solving Problems

Methods for troubleshooting, including help buttons and manual sections.

Getting Started with the MC3 Controller

Controller Installation Procedures

Instructions for installing the controller in Panel Mount or Wall Mount configurations.

Password Protection and Security

Software Architecture Details

Application Software Modes

Describes the four operating modes of the MC3 controller software.

Entering and Editing Values

General Alarms Overview

Alarm Conditions and Descriptions

Belt Load and PCAD Related Alarms

Descriptions of Belt Load, PCAD Near Zero/Full, and PCAD Discrepancy alarms.

Controller Modes of Operation

Setting Up Your Controller

Chain EZ Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for easy setup of the controller for chain applications.

Setup Screen 1 Navigation

PID Parameters and Output Protection

Configuring PID control algorithm parameters and output dynamic protection.

Limit Switches Configuration

Zero Tracking Parameters

Tachometer Parameters

Calibration Parameters

Digital I/O Mapping

Digital Inputs Setup

Logical Inputs List

Default Input Mapping

Digital Outputs Setup

Logical Outputs List

Default Output Settings

Serial Communications Setup

PCAD Settings Configuration

Controller Calibration Procedures

Initial Calibration Checklist

Step-by-step order for performing initial calibration tests.

Speed Calibration Procedure

Procedure to set pulses per revolution and tacho ratio for speed indication.

Zeroing Procedure

Procedure to zero the load value when the belt is empty.

Material Calibration Procedure

Measuring material weight to set the load scale factor.

Chain Procedure

Using a known load chain to record readings and calculate scale factor.

Weight Procedure and Factor Adjustments

Calibrating with weights and adjusting chain/weight factors.

Electronic Calibration and Factor Procedures

Calculating scale factor using simulated load and adjusting E-Cal Liveload.

Grab Sample Calibration

Last resort method to set Load Scale Factor using diverter valve.

Analog Input Setup and Calibration

Procedure to set up and calibrate analog inputs.

Diagnosing Problems

Diagnostic Menu Overview and PCAD Diagnostics

Accessing diagnostic menus and viewing PCAD specific information.

Communication and Tacho Diagnostics

Troubleshooting serial communications and tacho issues.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power Up and Boot Up Problems

Steps to resolve issues where the unit does not power up or fails to boot.

Communication and Hang Message Issues

Resolving issues with serial communications and system hang messages.

Hardware Calibration and Testing

Analog Output Calibration

Steps to adjust and calibrate analog outputs.

Analog Input Calibration

Procedure for calibrating analog inputs using the register editor.

PCAD Calibration and Simulator Usage

Working with Inputs and Outputs

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