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Watlow PM PLUS 6 - User Manual

Watlow PM PLUS 6
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1241 Bundy Boulevard., Winona, Minnesota USA 55987
Phone: +1 (507) 454-5300, Fax: +1 (507) 452-4507
http://www.watlow.com
TOTAL
3 Year Warranty
CUSTOMER
SATISFACTION
Registered Company
Winona, Minnesota USA
ISO 9001
6
PID/Integrated Controller
User's Guide
Made in the U.S.A.
10-40670
December, 2019

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • S
    Selena McknightSep 10, 2025
    What to do for Alarm High [1,2,3,4] on a Watlow Controller?
    • C
      christopherjohnsonSep 10, 2025
      If your Watlow Controller displays 'Alarm High [1,2,3,4]', it indicates that the temperature is greater than the alarm set point. To address this: * Check the cause of the over temperature. * Clear any latched alarms. * Establish the correct alarm set point. * Set the alarm source to the proper setting.
  • K
    Kaitlyn ThomasAug 23, 2025
    What does Limit Error mean on my Watlow PM PLUS 6 Controller?
    • I
      ijamesAug 23, 2025
      If your Watlow Controller displays 'Limit Error', it indicates a sensor issue or calibration problem. To resolve this: * Correct the wiring or replace the sensor if it's improperly wired or open. * Match the setting to the sensor used. * Check the calibration of the controller.
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    Tiffany PriceAug 25, 2025
    How to fix a Watlow Controller with no display?
    • A
      Alicia SnyderAug 25, 2025
      To resolve a 'No Display' issue on your Watlow Controller: * Ensure the controller is powered on. * Replace any blown fuses. * Reset tripped breakers. * Confirm the safety interlock switch is closed. * Reset the limit, correct any wiring errors, and apply the correct voltage, verifying the part number.
  • A
    Andrea ChangAug 27, 2025
    What to do if my Watlow PM PLUS 6 has no heat or cool action?
    • P
      psullivanAug 27, 2025
      To address a 'No heat/cool action' issue on your Watlow Controller: * Ensure the output function is correctly set. * Set the control mode appropriately (Open vs Closed Loop). * Correct the output wiring. * Resolve any faults in the system, such as an open load, power issue, or blown fuse. * Set the control set point in the appropriate control mode and check the source of the set point: remote, idle, profile, closed loop, open loop. * Obtain the correct controller model for your application.
  • M
    Michael StewartAug 28, 2025
    How to reset an alarm on a Watlow PM PLUS 6 Controller that won’t clear?
    • T
      Troy BensonAug 28, 2025
      If your Watlow Controller's alarm won’t clear or reset, try the following: * Reset the alarm when the process is within range, or disable latching. * Set the output to the correct alarm source instance. * Set the alarm source to the correct input instance. * Correct the cause of the sensor input being out of the alarm range. * Set the alarm set point to the correct trip point. * Set the alarm to the correct type: process, deviation, or power. * Set the digital input function and source instance.
  • A
    Albert DavisAug 29, 2025
    What to do if Watlow PM PLUS 6 displays Error Input [1,2]?
    • Z
      Zachary GutierrezAug 29, 2025
      If your Watlow Controller displays 'Error Input [1,2]', it indicates that there is no valid signal to the device, or the sensor may be improperly wired or open. To fix this: * Correct the wiring or replace the sensor. * Match the setting to the sensor used. * Check the calibration of the controller.
  • A
    Angela ClaySep 18, 2025
    What does Ambient Error mean on my Watlow PM PLUS 6 Controller?
    • G
      Garrett EllisSep 18, 2025
      If your Watlow Controller displays 'Ambient Error', it means the cold junction circuitry is not working. Return it to the factory for repair.
  • K
    Kristina JohnsonSep 12, 2025
    What to do for Alarm Low [1,2,3,4] on a Watlow PM PLUS 6?
    • T
      Teresa EdwardsSep 12, 2025
      If your Watlow Controller displays 'Alarm Low [1,2,3,4]', it means the temperature is less than the alarm set point. To resolve this: * Check the cause of the under temperature. * Clear any latched alarms. * Establish the correct alarm set point. * Set the alarm source to the proper setting.
  • J
    jfrenchSep 8, 2025
    What does Loop Reversed Error [1,2] mean on my Watlow PM PLUS 6 Controller?
    • M
      Mrs. Taylor BurkeSep 9, 2025
      If your Watlow Controller displays 'Loop Reversed Error [1,2]', you can try: * Set the correct Open Loop Detect Time for the application. * Set the correct Open Loop Deviation value for the application. * Set the output function correctly. * Wire the thermocouple correctly, ensuring the red wire is negative.
  • D
    David GarciaSep 5, 2025
    Why is the alarm not occurring on my Watlow PM PLUS 6 Controller?
    • M
      Mark SextonSep 5, 2025
      If the alarm is not occurring on your Watlow Controller, try the following: * Disable silencing, if required. * Disable blocking, if required. * Set the output to the correct alarm source instance. * Set the alarm source to the correct input instance. * Set the alarm set point to the correct trip point. * Set the alarm to the correct type: process, deviation, or power.

Summary

Chapter 1: Overview

Standard Features and Benefits

Highlights key features like intuitive list flow, touch keypad, Bluetooth® compatibility, and communication capabilities.

Configuration and Monitoring of Features Through Lists

Details how features and parameters are structured in lists for easy configuration and monitoring via the interface or software.

Chapter 2: Installation

Installing the Device

Provides step-by-step instructions for physically installing the controller into a panel cutout.

Wiring Your New PM PLUS

Illustrates the wiring connections for inputs, outputs, and communications, with configuration codes.

Isolation Block Diagram

Presents a diagram showing the electrical isolation between different controller components and external circuits.

Chapter 3: User Interface

Touch Keys

Details the functionality of the touch keys on the controller's front panel for navigation and input.

Home Screen

Describes the home screen as a shortcut for monitoring and changing frequently used parameter values.

Chapter 4: Operations

Operations List

Details the parameters and sublists available for operations and monitoring, which vary based on device configuration.

Chapter 5: Setup

Default Configurations for Quick Start

Provides default settings for quick setup, allowing users to connect devices and change set points.

Using Watlow Software to Configure Parameters

Explains how to use Watlow CONFIGURATOR or COMPOSER software for PC-based parameter setup.

Setup List

Presents lists of configurable parameters that vary based on the device's enabled features.

Analog Input List

Details parameters for configuring analog inputs, including sensor type, linearization, and RTD leads.

Chapter 6: Profiles

Chapter 8: Features

Autotune

Explains the autotuning process for automatically calculating optimal PID parameters for system response.

TRU‑TUNE+

Describes the TRU-TUNE+ adaptive algorithm for optimizing PID values and fine-tuning control.

Security Features

Explains how to enhance security using lock levels and passwords to restrict access to lists and parameters.

Chapter 9: Applications

Chapter 10: Appendix

Troubleshooting Alarms, Errors and Control Issues

Provides a guide to identifying and resolving common alarms, errors, and control issues encountered with the controller.

Watlow PM PLUS 6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWatlow
ModelPM PLUS 6
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

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