ELECTRIC FIRE PUMP CONTROLLER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SERIAL NO.

MODEL NO.

MCL

FOR VERSION

22

MASTER CONTROL SYSTEMS, INC.

P.O. BOX 276 • 910 NORTH SHORE DRIVE • LAKE BLUFF, ILLINOIS 60044, USA
TELEPHONE: 847-295-1010 • FAX: 847-295-0704
www.mastercontrols.com
 Table of Contents
Page 2: MCL Controller Labeled – Diagram

Page 3: General Description and Application

Page 3: Installation

Page 4: Connections

Page 5: Control Wiring, Jumper Connections and Typical Options

Page 6: Jumper Settings

Page 7: Selector Switch / Pressure Switch Settings

Page 8: Pressure Settings and Examples

Page 9: Startup Procedures

Page 11: BEFORE YOU LEAVE!

Page 12: Operating Procedures

Page 13: Replacement Parts - Electric Fire Pump Controllers

Digital Pressure Recorder (DR) Table of Contents – P.14

-Page 15: General

-Page 15: Initial Connection

-Page 18: Setting the Time and Date

-Page 19: Normal Operation

-Page 20: System Commands

-Page 21: Hyperterm for Vista

Drawings:
-External Wiring Diagram
-Schematic Diagram
-Piping Connection

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 Visual Indicators and MC* Series Controller
Digital Display -Labeled Diagram-

Visual Indicators and

1 Digital Display

Alarm Silence

Start (Pushbutton)

Stop (Pushbutton)
2
Circuit Breaker Actuator

Emergency Manual Operator

3 Latch – P. 12, Section II

Emergency Manual Operator

Selector Switch (P.8)

-Our display shows three sections of Pressure Sense Line Connect

information: Pump Trouble Alarms and -P.4, Piping Connections.
AC Power1 on the top section,
Pump Status LEDs2 are shown just
below this, and a digital read-out3 is
shown on the bottom.

Line Chassis

Control Unit

Pressure Switch Settings – P. 8

Display box

Circuit Breaker

Current Transformers

Contactor

Emergency Manual Operator Bar

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 Full Voltage Starting -- Electric Motor Driven Fire Pump Controller
GENERAL DESCRIPTION and APPLICATION

Master combined Manual and Automatic Electric Fire Pump Controllers meet all of the requirements of NFPA-20,
Standard for the Installation of Centrifugal Fire Pumps. Their purpose is to automatically start an electric motor
driven fire pump to provide the required water pressure and volume for proper operation of an automatic sprinkler
system in the event of a fire.

-Model MCL controllers provide full voltage (across-the-line) direct-on-line starting for single or three
phase motor driven fire pumps. These controllers are used where local power limitations do not restrict the
motor starting in-rush (locked rotor) current.

WARNING - DANGER of Lethal Electrical Shock and Arc Flash Hazard

Do NOT defeat any Interlocks or Safety Features or Equipment or Circuitry
LETHAL voltages are NORMALLY present
-This equipment is LIKELY to be SERVICE ENTRANCE equipment.
-Foreign Voltages (Supervisory Power) may be present.
-Very high SHORT CIRCUIT (Fault) Currents are NORMALLY present.
This equipment MUST be serviced ONLY by QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
-Obtain and wear Proper Level of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) BEFORE attempting to open
equipment; including panels, covers, or doors; and BEFORE attempting to service this equipment.
-Follow ALL Safety and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) requirements of NFPA-70E.

INSTALLATION:

The fire pump controller and all of its wiring and plumbing should be installed in accordance with the requirements
given below and the external wiring diagram(s) near the end of this manual. It should also be installed in accordance
with the requirements of NFPA-20, Standard for the Installation of Centrifugal Fire Pumps, and the requirements of
NFPA-70, the National Electric Code, as well as any local requirements. Incoming routing, protection and wiring
must meet service entrance requirements, if applicable.

LOCATION - Controllers should be located as close as practical to the motors they control. This location should be
within sight of the motor and in an area free from dripping and spraying water.
RATINGS - Check that the system voltage and the motor nameplate voltage and horsepower ratings agree with the
controller nameplate voltages and horsepower ratings before beginning installation.
MOUNTING - Controllers should be securely mounted and bolted to noncombustible surface or structure. The use
of a (3 inch) housekeeping pad is recommended when needed to keep the bottom of the controller dry.
CONDUIT ENTRANCE - Conduit entrance can be made either through the top or bottom of the enclosure.

CAUTION - Foreign metallic debris, such as drilling chips or debris, can cause a DANGEROUS and/or
DAMAGING ELECTRICAL FAULT when the equipment is energized. Be sure to protect all electrical parts from
metallic debris during installation.

Use appropriate waterproof conduit hubs to keep water out of controller. Use the same type hubs as shown on the
controller nameplate "Enclosure Type". When controllers suitable for outside installation are used, be sure the
appropriate weatherproof conduit hub is used. Provide a sun roof, if required, to avoid excessive temperature
build-up within the controller.

PIPING CONNECTIONS - A 1/2 inch nominal (trade size) metallic corrosion resistant (brass or 300 series stainless
steel) Pressure Sense Line with two 3/32" orifices should be connected from the fire protection system to the
bulkhead fitting located on the side of the controller. Secure this sense line as needed to prevent vibration or damage.
For further installation details, consult NFPA-20 or see Piping Diagram drawing located in the drawing section of
this manual.
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 CONNECTIONS:
POWER CONNECTIONS –

MCL - The three phase input power conductors are connected to the Circuit Breaker (CB) terminals L1, L2
& L3. The output motor wiring is connected to the bottom of the Main Contactor "M" load side terminal
lugs T1, T2, and T3. Refer to the External Wiring diagram for details.

MOTOR CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS - All motor circuit conductors must be sized according to the National Electric
Code (NFPA-70) on a continuous duty basis. Insulation for these conductors should be chosen so it will not be
affected by the surrounding environment and have an insulation temperature rating at least 90 degrees C.

The ampacity of the wire is based on 125% of the motor full load current (FLA) using the 75 degree C wiring table.

The outgoing terminals are rated for copper conductors only.

NOTE: Be sure to secure conductors in such a manner so they will not move or interfere or rub against any
components or mechanisms in the controller. Protect against contact with sharp edges or corners.

Note that the controller is Service Entrance Rated. A dual grounding lug is provided for service entrance grounds or
for enclosure bonding. No neutral connection is provided or needed. The controller is suitable for use on either three
wire or four wire systems without the use of a neutral.

Control Wiring, Jumper Connections and Typical Options

Note: Options R & A and Mod 21 are provided as part of the optional MC-OM Options Module P.C. Board.
REMOTE ALARM CONNECTIONS - Observe the contact rating limitations shown on the wiring diagram.

1. Pump Running Signal - Terminals numbered 5, 6, and 7 provide a form "C" set of contacts which transfer
when the motor current is detected. Contacts on terminals 5 and 6 close in the alarm (motor running) state,
while contacts on terminals 6 and 7 open in the alarm (motor running) state.

2. A.C. Power Failure Signal - Terminals numbered 8, 9, and 10 provide a form "C" set of contacts which
transfer when any phase of the incoming normal power fails. Contacts on terminals 8 and 9 close in the
alarm state, while contacts on terminals 9 and 10 open in the alarm state.

3. Phase Reversal Signal - Terminals numbered 11, 12, and 13 provide a form "C" set of contacts which
transfer when any two phases of the incoming power are reversed. Contacts on terminals 11 and 12 close in
the alarm state, while contacts on terminals 12 and 13 open in the alarm state.

4. Option "R” (G2) - Remote Momentary Start (Pushbutton) - Controllers so equipped are shipped with a
jumper wired between terminals numbered 1 and 3 to prevent the controller from automatically starting when
this feature is not used or not wired. To use the remote start feature, remove the jumper and wire the
normally closed (momentary) contacts from the remote switch(s). Several may be wired in series.

5. Failure To Start – Terminals 14,15 and 16 provide a form C set of contacts which transfer after a start
demand is received and the water has yet to start. Contacts on terminals 14 and 15 close in the alarm state,
while contacts on terminals 15 and 16 open in the alarm state.

6. Option "R" (G2) - Deluge Valve Start - Controllers so equipped are also shipped with a jumper wired
between terminals numbered 1 and 2 to prevent the controller from automatically starting when this feature is
not used or not wired. To use the deluge valve start feature, remove the jumper and wire the normally closed
(maintained) contacts from the deluge valve switch(s). Several may be wired in series.

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 Control Wiring, Jumper Connections and Typical Options - Continued

7. Mod. 21 - Lockout Contacts (G2) - To use this feature, wire normally open contact(s) to terminals 1 and 4.
These contact(s) close to lockout or shutdown the fire pump. Closing these external contacts will lockout or
shutdown all start conditions (demands) except the Local START pushbutton. Jumper must be enabled.

8. Option "A" (G2) - Automatic Stop - Controllers are normally equipped for Manual Stop. Plug-in a MC-OM
module for Automatic Stop operation. Standard modules have a fixed 10 minute minimum running
shut-down delay time. Press the miniature pushbutton, when present on the MC-OM module, to shorten the
minimum running delay time for test purposes.

NOTE: The minimum run timer (Automatic Stop Operation) should not be used on sole supply pumps (see
NFPA-20). Sole supply pumps should be set Manual Stop operation.

9. Mod. 30 – Single phase operation - controllers are designed for single phase operation.

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 JUMPER SETTINGS:
Deluge Valve:
-Wire in the Normally Closed
contacts on the Deluge Valve
for start operation between
terminals 1 and 2.
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Minimum Run LED:
-Indicates that the Minimum Run
Timer is timing when flashing.
Minimum Run Timer Short Cycle:
-Overrides the 10 minute stop
timer, stops the controller when
held down for 8 seconds.
Auto / Manual Stop Jumper:
-Determines if the controller
stops automatically after the 10
minute Minimum Run Timer or
manually by pressing the Stop
Pushbutton. Place the Jumper
In DIS for Manual Stop.
Lockout Jumper:
-To enable this option place the
jumper in the ENA position.
Remote Jumper:
-To enable this option place the
jumper in the ENA position.
Deluge Jumper:
-To enable this option place the
jumper in the ENA position.
Sequence Start:
-Set the amount of time (3s/div)
Sequence Start LED:
-Blinks while timing the
Sequence Start setting.
Remote Start:
-Wire in the Normally Closed
pushbutton for Remote Start operation
between terminals 1 and 3.
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 SELECTOR SWITCH / PRESSURE SWITCH SETTINGS:

Selector Switch
Digital Display

START Pressure setting

SYSTEM Pressure

RESET Pressure setting

Pressure Switch Settings:

RESET Setting

START Setting

Digital Recorder Functions:

RS232 Serial Port

DR TIME Pushbutton
-Will show the current
time set in the Digital
Recorder. DR
RESET TIME

RESET Pushbutton

-See P.15 for Details

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 PRESSURE SETTINGS:
Before adjusting the Start and Reset Settings, put the Controller in Manual to avoid turning on the pump!

NOTE: If you need to adjust the Start Setting, simply adjust the Start Setting and the Reset Setting will automatically
adjust to maintain the differential. When adjusting the Reset Setting you will change the pressure differential; the
Start Setting will remain the same. These two functions will not overlap at any point.

Changing the Start Setting

Original Reset Setting: 80 Auto-Adjusted Reset Setting: 110

New Start Setting: 100 Goal Met!

Original Start Setting: 70 Goal: 100

Notice how the original 10 psi pressure differential between the Start and Reset Setting remained the same!

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Example 2

Desired Differential Setting: 5 psi

Another example – Your Reset Setting is at 80, and your Start Setting is at 70. You wish to adjust the Reset Setting to
obtain a 5 psi differential. Simply adjust the Reset Setting to 75 psi as shown below:

Goal: 5 psi
Reset Setting: 80
Differential
Reset Setting: 75 Goal Met!
Start Setting: 70 Start Setting: 70

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 START-UP PROCEDURE -for- Model MCL Controller:

WARNING - LETHAL SHOCK AND BURN HAZARD - BOTH HIGH VOLTAGES AND HIGH
CURRENTS ARE PRESENT - TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTROCUTION OR
INJURY, DO NOT TOUCH ANY CIRCUIT CONDUCTOR UNTIL IT HAS BEEN
DETERMINED BY MEASUREMENT TO BE DEAD. USE EXTREME CAUTION TO
AVOID TOUCHING OR SHORTING LIVE TERMINALS.

WARNING - TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY DUE TO AN

ELECTRICAL FAULT, BE SURE THE DOOR IS CLOSED AND LATCHED BEFORE
CLOSING THE ISOLATING SWITCH OR OPERATING THE CONTROLLER.

PRELIMINARY CHECKS (Prior to Start-up)

CAUTION - Perform these checks BEFORE Energizing the controller.

1. Make absolutely sure that the system (power supply) voltage, motor nameplate voltage and horsepower
ratings correspond to the controller nameplate voltages and horsepower ratings.
2. Inspect for and remove any metal chips which may have fallen in the controller during installation.
3. Remove all shipping ties and packing material which may not yet have been removed. In particular, check
the contactor or contactors for full movement of the plunger.
4. Check all electrical connections for tightness. This is particularly important for all connections in the power
path of the motor and any Ground or Grounding conductors.
5. Check the motor contactor for proper seating. Hold a thin piece of paper against one of the contactor pole
faces and operate the Manual Mechanical Operator mechanism. The paper should be tightly held.
6. Make final adjustment on the circuit breaker Trip Unit setting. Check the range chart inside the door to see
that the range setting of the MC-TM Trip Monitor module is correct for the motor nameplate full load current
(FLA or FLC). The trip setting should be at the motor FLA or the next higher setting.

I. ENERGIZING CONTROLLER
A. Close and Latch the controller door.
B. With the controller door closed, close the Isolating Switch (IS), then close the Circuit Breaker (CB).
C. Check that the Power On indicating lamp is lit.
D. Check Phase Reversal alarm lamp. If lit, open the Circuit Breaker and open the door. Set the Phase
Sequence Toggle Switch on the MC-CU chassis to the opposite position.
E. Re-Close and latch the controller door and Circuit Breaker (CB).
F. Pump Rotation Check: Check for motor rotation by jogging (bumping) the motor. Do this by pressing and
holding the Stop pushbutton, then, the Start pushbutton. Momentarily release the Stop pushbutton. Finally,
release the Start pushbutton, then release the Stop pushbutton. If the pump runs backwards, open the Circuit
Breaker (CB), the Isolating Switch (IS), and have the electrician reverse two of the three motor leads at the
contactor output ("T") terminals to change rotation, if required. Re-close the door(s), and the Circuit Breaker
(CB).
G. Running Voltage Check: Push the Start pushbutton to start and run the motor. On units equipped with
Option "I" (Built-in Digital Meter), use the Meter Selector Switch to measure the voltages.
On units not equipped with Option "I", connect a Model MC-EMU External Metering Unit to the MC-CA
Metering Connector to make these measurements.
H. Running Current Check: Measure the three motor currents. Check to see that they do not exceed the motor's
nameplate full load running current multiplied by the service factor. Check that the motor currents are within
5% of each other.

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 START-UP PROCEDURE -for- Model MCL Controller - Continued

II. MANUAL MECHANICAL OPERATOR START

A. Pull up on the Manual Operator. Check that the Main contactor actuates electrically about half way thru the
handle travel and that the motor starts.
B. Slide spring latch under Manual Operator handle, not in it. The entire Emergency Manual Operator
should be resting on the latch. Check that the motor remains running.
C. Lift up on the Manual Operator handle to unlatch, then release it. Check for any binding or friction. Check
that the contactor drops out about half way thru the handle travel and that the motor stops.

III. ENERGIZING THE CONTROLLER FOR STAND-BY OPERATION

Perform these steps in order to put the controller in fire protection service.
Pressure settings: If the Start or Reset pressure setting(s) need to be set or the settings changed, perform the
following steps. Note that the settings can not overlap. The RESET pressure can not below the START pressure;
and, the START pressure can not above the RESET pressure.

A. Pressurize the system using the Jockey Pump or by Running the Fire Pump. This is to avoid pump starting
while setting the Pressure Switch Start and Reset set points.

B. Close the Circuit Breaker. Set the METER SELECTOR SWITCH to the SYSTEM PRESSURE position. The digital
meter display is the system pressure in psig (pounds per square inch, gauge).

C. To check the pump Start set point, place the METER SELECTOR SWITCH to the START PRESSURE position and
observe the reading on the digital display. The value displayed is the pump Start pressure set point. The
pump will start whenever the system pressure is at or below this value.

D. To check the pump Reset set point, METER SELECTOR SWITCH to the RESET PRESSURE position and observe
the reading on the digital display. The value displayed is the pump Reset pressure point. On controllers set
for Automatic Stop, the controller will stop the pump whenever the system pressure is at or above this value
if the Minimum Run Timer has timed out.

E. Should either set point need to be changes, open the Circuit Breaker and controller door.

F. Re-close the Circuit Breaker.

G. To set the pump Start point, rotate the START SETTING knob or shaft on the side of the display box (door
mounted) until the display shows the desired Start Pressure setting. Increases clockwise.

Note: The Start and Reset settings are changed by turning the 10-turn start and reset potentiometers. If the Reset
potentiometer is set down to the start setting, the pot will continue to turn but the setting will not drop below
the Start point. Several Clockwise (increasing) turns of the Reset control or Counterclockwise (decreasing)
turns of the Start control may be needed. The two LEDs on either side of the controls indicate the presence
(Pressure Start Demand) or absence of a pump demand.

H. To set the Reset point, rotate the RESET SETTING knob or shaft on the side of the display box (door mounted)
until the display shows the desired Reset Pressure setting. Increases clockwise.

I. Close and latch the controller door.

J. Use the test valve to drop pressure to check for pump pressure loss starting. Use the Stop pushbutton to stop
the pump to leave it in service.

K. Make sure the pump discharge valve is open and that any other valves are properly set.
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 CONFIGURATION CHECKLIST:
Fill in the blanks or circle the chosen settings:

1. Minimum Run Timer Setting: ________ minutes.

2. Sequence Start Setting: __________ seconds.

3. Lockout Jumper Setting: ENABLED / DISABLED.

4. Remote Start Jumper: ENABLED / DISABLED.

5. Deluge Start Jumper: ENABLED / DISABLED.

6. Pressure Setting -

i. Start Setting: _________ psi.

ii. Reset Setting: _________ psi.

BEFORE YOU LEAVE!

1. Place the Circuit Breaker (CB) in the ON position.

2. Drop the pressure at the side of the controller. The motor will start.

3. Press the STOP pushbutton. The motor will stop.

4. The Controller is now ready to operate.

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 OPERATING PROCEDURES:

EMERGENCY STOPPING - Rotate the Circuit Breaker handle counter-clock-wise to open the breaker and stop the
motor.

Energizing Controller: Before energizing the controller for the first time after installation or after any service to the
controller, the motor, or motor wiring follow the "Start-up and Test Procedure" found earlier in this manual. For
other cases, follow the Operating Instructions on the instruction plates on the controller door.
The normal stand-by (automatic start) configuration for the controller is as follows:
-Circuit Breaker in closed (On) position (handle up),
-The green Power On indicator is lit, and no alarm lite indicators lit,
-The motor should be off and no other indicators lit. The Alarm bell (if so equipped) should be silent.

De-energizing Controller: To de-energize the controller open the Circuit Breaker. All lights should be off.
Complete operating instructions are posted on the controller door.

CAUTION: Disconnect supervisory power if present (used with either options "G" or "K") at its source before
servicing the controller.

Manual Electric Starting: Follow the Manual Operation directions on the Instruction Plate.
Manual Mechanical Starting: Follow the Manual Operation directions on the Instruction Plate.
Stopping the Motor: If the motor is running under Manual Mechanical start, follow the directions on the instruction
plate to disengage the manual mechanical operator. In all other cases, press the Stop pushbutton to stop the motor.

CAUTION: If there is a pressure or remote or other demand for the fire pump, the motor will restart after the
stop button is released. Make sure the pump is not needed before the next step.

To stop the motor and take the controller out of service, press and hold the Stop pushbutton, then open (turn off) the
Circuit Breaker and then the Isolating Switch.

CAUTION: THIS LEAVES THE FIRE PUMP OUT OF SERVICE RESULTING IN EITHER REDUCED
PROTECTION OR NO FIRE PROTECTION.

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 ELECTRIC FIRE PUMP CONTROLLERS – REPLACEMENT PARTS:

DESIGNATION DESCRIPTION MCS PART NUMBER

Complete Chassis Assemblies
MC-LC Line Voltage Transformer and Relay Chassis 586XXX
MC-CU Control Unit Chassis and Module Card Cage 650XXX
MC-OP Aux. Relay & Option Chassis 647XXX
(Supplied only with certain options)
Plug-In Control Module Board Assemblies
MC-PM Power Supply, Voltage & Phase Sequence Monitor 647111
MC-PM Power Supply, Voltage & Phase Sequence (1 Phase) 647112
MC-CM Current & Circuit Breaker Trip Monitor 648005 3phase, 648485 1phase
MC-TC Control Logic & Timing Module w/o Mod. 85 647131
MC-OM Option Module (Opt. A,D,R) 595435
Door Mtd. Digital Readout & Display Board
MC-MD Meter & LED Display Panel (13 LEDS) 64977X
MC-MD Meter & LED Display Panel (16 LEDS) 64977X
APS Pressure Transducer Amp. Board 648911
APSS Analog Pressure Setting 648919
MC-MIB Meter Interface Daughter Board 647XXX
Cabinet Mounted Control Components
MC-ALS Kit Audible Alarm - Silence 400875
MC-ALS Kit Audible Alarm - Buzzer 402618
START “START” Pushbutton Switch 400875
STOP “STOP” Pushbutton Switch 400875
Rotary CB Circuit Breaker Operating Handle (w/o Door Interlock) 400654
MC-MO Manual Mechanical Emergency Operator Handle 800685
MOLS Manual Operator Limit Switch 801110
S.A. Surge Arrester 208 thru 480 Vac Controllers 303481
S.A. Surge Arrester 600 Vac Controllers 303482
F1,F2,F3 Fuse, Surge Arrester, 480 Vac, 100kA, Standard 204219
F1,F2,F3 Fuse, Surge Arrester, 600 Vac, 200kA, Controllers 204319
Plug-In Relays
RY1 1 form “X”, 24 VDC, Standard MC-LC 617020

NOTE: When ordering replacement parts, you MUST supply the SERIAL NUMBER and MODEL NUMBER of
the Controller in which parts are to be used.

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 Model DR
Digital Pressure and Alarm Recorder

Modification Codes "DR" (G2) DMC and MC** Series Fire Pump Controllers

Installation and Instruction Manual

Table of Contents

P. 15 - General

P. 15 – Initial Connection

P. 18 - Setting the Date and Time

P. 19 - Normal Operation

P. 20 - System Commands

P. 21 – Hyperterm for Vista

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 GENERAL
Overview: The Master Control Systems, Inc. Model DR (G2), Digital Recorder are specifically designed to
communicate through an RS-232 serial port directly to a lap-top computer or, if Modification DNT is installed,
a network server. These recorders constantly monitor the system pressure, at a rate of three times per second,
and records the pressure it into permanent non-volatile solid state memory (NVSRAM or EEPROM) every
hour or when the pressure changes by more the 5 psi (default setting) from the last saved value. The DR
recorder also monitors and records all alarm and status change events into memory. All recorded alarm and
pressure data are time stamped with the date and time of the event recorded. Alarm & Pressure data is
recorded in to separate data buffers and do not interact with each other. These recorders are completely
independent of the fire pump controller and vice versa. Failure of one does not impede the function of the
other.

Equipment Provided: The system consists of:

1) Solid State Pressure transducer,
2) Operator switches to control unit reset and send Time function,
3) RS-232 customer serial port for data access and control.

Connectivity: Controllers equipped with Mod. Code DNT are network enabled. This allows direct connection
to an Ethernet hub or server for connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) or a Wide Area Network (WAN)
or Internet Access. The device has separate password protection. It uses TCP/IP protocol and is assigned an
IP address which can be changed in the field. A work sheet is supplied with the appropriate network
parameters. A customer supplied IP address and sub-net mask can be pre-programmed by the factory upon
notification. The connection can also be made with a BlueTooth adapter. Consult the factory for details.

INITIAL CONNECTION
Setting Up the Digital Pressure Recorder:

1) Power up the controller. The unit will begin initialization. After initialization, the Process LED
should be flashing.

Using the Digital Pressure Recorder:

2) Plug in the RS232 cable from your computer to the Display Box (cable not included)

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1) Open up Hyperterm. If you use Vista, see P. 21 before continuing on to step 3.

2) Enter a name for your new connection to the Master Digital Pressure Recorder as shown here.

3) Change the Connect Using: to COM1 (or as appropriate to your computer).

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 INITIAL CONNECTION - Continued
4) Change the following information:
a. Bits per second: 9600
b. Data bits: 8
c. Parity: None
d. Stop Bits: 1
e. Flow Control: Xon / Xoff

5) Press OK. Wait approximately 5 seconds for the next screen to load, which should look like this:

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6) You can now find a shortcut to your connection for future references by going to Start Æ All
Programs Æ Accessories Æ Communications Æ HyperTerminal Æ Name Of Connection.

Setting the Time and Date (if necessary):

At the Welcome Screen shown in step 6 above, type the following:

a. Type “T” <RETURN> to view the system time and date
b. Type “T=” followed by the Day number, followed by mm/dd/yy hh:mm:ss, in 2-digit
numeric form then <RETURN>. This sets the time in a 24 hour format.
c. To verify you have input the correct date, type “T” then <RETURN>
d. For Example: T=01 1/20/09 15:22:00
i. This will input a time of Monday (01) January 20th, 2009 (1/20/09) at
3:22:00PM (15:22:00)

Downloading Data:

1) Click on the Transfer tab at the top and click Start Capture.

2) At the Welcome screen shown in step 5, you may now type C6 for Alarm data (Digital Recorder
only), C7 for Pressure Data or C8 for Current Pressure. Press <RETURN> and the data will begin to
be captured, as shown in the following picture.

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 INITIAL CONNECTION – Continued
1. After the data is done downloading, click the Transfer tab Æ Capture Text Æ Stop. You can now
save the file as whichever name you wish to a file specified by you.

NORMAL OPERATION (default constants)

Switches and LEDs - The back of the display box provides a Security switch, a Send Time push button, and a
Reset push button along with system and diagnostic LEDs.

The Send Time push button sends the present alarm status to the connected lap-top or network adapter.

The Reset push button resets all the hardware and software to their initial states.

The following status LEDs are provided on the display back box:
INIT - Indicates that the unit is going through initialize operations.

PROC - Indicates that the unit is running in the general program. It should always be flashing.

SEND (TXD) - Indicates characters are being sent by the RS232 port.

RECEIVE (RXD) – Indicates characters are being received by the RS232 port.

CONN - Indicates that the unit is properly connected and ready to communicate. This connection may be
made by a lap top computer, network server or an external modem.

+5V - Indicates that +5 VDC power is available.

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 SYSTEM COMMANDS
To view individual alarm names:
m1 <RETURN> This will show what alarm m1 is.
m2 <RETURN> This will show what alarm m2 is.
m3 <RETURN> This will show what alarm m3 is.
…
m24 <RETURN> This will show what alarm m24 is.

To change the alarm name, type:

m1=type_your_new_name_here <RETURN>

To view alarm data:

C6 <RETURN> will read all alarm data from newest to oldest.
C6- <RETURN> will read all alarm data from oldest to newest.
C6? <RETURN> will show a help screen for different functions of C6.

To view System Pressure History:

C7 <RETURN> will read the system pressure history from newest to oldest.
C7- <RETURN> will read the system pressure history from oldest to newest.

To view Current System Pressure:

C8 <RETURN> will show the current system pressure.

To set Daylight Savings:

DST <RETURN> will enable daylight savings.
DST- <RETURN> will disable daylight savings.

To set the time and date, type the following:

a. Type “T” <RETURN> to view the system time and date
b. Type “T=” followed by the Day number, followed by month/day/year hh:mm:ss, in 2-digit numeric
form then <RETURN>. This sets the time in a 24 hour format.
c. To verify you have input the correct date, type “T” then <RETURN>
d. For Example: T=01 1/20/09 15:22:00
This will input a time of Monday (01) January 20th, 2009 (1/20/09) at 3:22:00PM (15:22:00)

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NOTE: Microsoft Vista no longer contains Hyperterm by default. There is, however, a way to get Hyperterm to
work on your Vista computer provided that you have an old XP computer:

1) Make sure your computer has a serial port. If not, you need to purchase a USB to Serial Port Adapter.

2) Search for the following files on your old XP computer:

-htrn_jis.dll
-hypertrm.exe
-HYPERTRM (this file is of the type “DL_File”)
-Hypertrm.dll

This was a
separate search.

3) Once you have the above files, copy them into a single folder on your new Vista computer.

Open Hyperterm through the Hypertrm.exe file, and continue with Step 3 on P.16.

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 OPTION AND MODIFICATION DRAWINGS
NOTE: The following drawings are applicable
to controllers with model numbers which
indicate that they are equipped with the
following. See controller nameplate for
complete model number.

OPTION DESCRIPTION DRAWING

O Auxiliary Alarm & Option Chassis 16350, 16450

K Built-in Alarm Panel 16493

MODIFICATION

X (FOLLOWED BY)

17A or 17B Aux. Motor Run Contacts 16423

17C or 17D Aux. Power Failure Contacts 16426

17E or 17F Aux. Phase Reversal Contacts 16429

19 Strip Heater 16430

20 Strip Heater w/ Thermostat 16430

20A Strip Heater w/ Humidistat 16430

33 Auxiliary 115 VAC Output 16484

LSC Low Suction Cut-Off Chassis 16691