Imagen Termica Digital

Series 852-xxx
Transformer Temperature Monitor

(WTI, OTI & Quadrature Booster over
Temperature Protection with Auto Cool Mode)
Issue V5242E
(171114) with Mod ‘b’
Ashridge Engineering Ltd

Unit 1a
58 North Road Industrial Estate
Okehampton
Devon
United Kingdom
EX20 1BQ
Tel: + 44 (0) 1837 53381

Fax: +44 (0) 1837 55022
Email: sales@ash-eng.co.uk
Website: www.ash-eng.co.uk

Specification:
PT100 input(s): 3 wire ≤+/- 1C @ 20C, PT100 input to Analogue output: ≤+/- 2C @ 20C
Analogue output(s): 0-10, 0-20 & 4-20mA (User selectable). Maximum loop resistance 800
CT input(s): 0-10Amp (User defined between 0-0.5 and 0-10) ≤+/- 2% @ 20C, (CT = 0.03VA, 1:1000)
Overload capability: 75A for 3 seconds
Terminal block capacity: Stranded: 4mm2. Solid: 6mm2. Plastic collar ferrule (DIN 46228 pt 4) 2.5mm2
Hot Spot Gradient Algorithm Conforms to IEC 354
Relay outputs: User adjustable N/O or N/C volt free contacts (user selectable by links).
Relay rating: contact life (for 1.2 x 105 operations): 5A Non inductive
(Breaking: 110Vdc/0.4A, for inductive de-rate using L/R=7msecs, i.e. approximately 0.2A@125Vdc).
Power Supply: Universal input, 44-265 Volts ac, 44-260 Volts dc, power consumptions less than 6VA
Environment:
Operating temperature range: -20to 70C and 0-95% RH Non condensing
Wall mounted enclosure to IP65.
Seismic to EN60255-21-3 (class 2). Shock & Vibration to IEC 68-2-6, 68-2-27, 68-2-29.
Atmospheric:
EN60068-2-2, EN60068-2-1, EN68-2-56, EN68-2-1, NGTS 3.24.15 (8.26-8.28)
EMC:
Meets the intent of Directive 89/336 and LVD 73/23/ECC
EN61000-4-5, NGTS 3.24.4 (7.7-11), EN61000-4-11, EN61000-4-4, EN61000-4-12, EN61000-4-2, EN61000-4-3,
EN61000-4-6, EN61000-4-16, IEC 60255-22-7, EN 55022, NGTS 3.24.4 (7.65-7.69), EN61000-4-10, IEC 60255-5 (6.3 &
6.4), IEC 60255-5 (7.2),
Firmware version r & hardware Mod b or above meets the intent of the following: NGTS WTI specification 3.3.09,
Issue 1 and NGTS 3.24.15 for EMC and Environmental.
Optional extras:
Solar shielding-Is advised if the marshalling kiosk is southerly facing. This is used to protect the 6 digit display on
the 852-xxx from fading in the sunlight. Please contact Ashridge Engineering Ltd for price and availability.
Weather Shield -Is advised if the 852-xxx is to be mounted where it is open to the elements. Please contact
Ashridge Engineering Ltd for price and availability.
Mounting Bracket-A mounting bracket is available to enable retrofit an 852-xxx to old mechanical unit. Please
contact Ashridge Engineering Ltd for price and availability.
Pt100 probes and pockets-A selection of pt100 probes and pockets are available. Non standard request can
usually be accommodated. Please contact Ashridge Engineering Ltd for price and availability, or alternatively visit
our website www.ash-eng.co.uk
DISCLAIMER
Ashridge Engineering Limited Reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any products herein to improve
reliability, function or design. Ashridge Engineering Limited does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use
of any product or circuit described herein.
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Subject to change without notification. Whilst every effort has been taken to ensure the contents of this document are accurate no responsibility can be accepted for any errors contained within.

852-xxx User Manual
Issue V5242E (17-11-14) with Mod b
Table of Contents
What’s new in the V5242E (Mod b): 4

NOTES ON USING THIS MULTI-MODEL USER MANUAL 5
1. Description 5
1.1 Normal Operation 5
1.2 Isolation Rationale 7
1.3 Loss of life calculation 7
1.4 Watchdog 8
1.5 Cool Fail, Pump and Fan Monitoring 8
1.6 Essential Setup information 8
2. Functionality table, all models 9
3. Mechanical Installation 10
3.1 Dimensions (wall mounted versions 852-013, 852-112, 852-113, 852-116, 852-216) 10
3.2 Dimensions (wall mounted versions 852-118, 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338) 10
4. Electrical Installation 11
4.1 Electrical Wiring 11
4.2 Digital input and relay links 12
4.3 Digital inputs and PT100 inputs 12
4.4 Analogue and RS485 outputs 13
4.5 Digital input and relay links. 13
4.6 Fan and Pump relay Fail safe mode (Password 33) 13
4.7 Selection of ‘Digital input’ type 13
5. Fans and Pump Feedback Wiring 14
5.1 Fans and pumps monitored by contact closure 14
5.2 Fans and pumps monitored by ct’s 14
6. Setting up the 852-xxx 16
6.3 Password section 17
6.4 Returning the 852 to default settings (Password 3381) 17
6.5 Password entry mode (Password 303) 17
6.6 Fan and Pump Fail safe mode (Password 33) 18
6.7 Data Logs 18
6.8 Loss of insulation life 18
6.9 Typical displays 19
6.10 Adjusting Relay Setpoints (Password 42) 20
6.11 Adjusting the Main Settings (Password 66) 21
6.12 Auto Cool mode (Password 141) 22
6.13 CT Feedback Monitoring Mode and Teach Mode (Passwords 101 and 202) see section 11.5 23
6.14 Guidance Notes for Wedding Ring CT and Burden Resistor 25
6.15 Step mode (initiated under settings 66) 27
6.16 Adjusting Relay Function (password 1712) 28
7. Entering Modbus or DNP3 Parameters (Password 77) 29
7.1 Ashridge PC setup & configuration Software 29
8. Relay Test and Commissioning 30
9. Maintenance 31
10. Error and Alarm messages 31
11. Procedural Flowcharts 32
11.1 Entering a password 32
11.2 Retrieving Information 33
11.3 Setting Day, Date and Time 34
11.4 Auto-Cool (password 141) 35
11.5 Alarm Type Teach Mode (password 202) 36
11.6 CT Training Mode (password 101) 37
12. 852-xxx Record Sheet 1 38
13. 852-xxx Record Sheet 2 39
14. Default Settings 40
15. Ashridge Engineering 852 Series PC Setup & Configuration Software 41
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What’s new in the V5242E (Mod b):
1. Auto Cool (6.12)

a. Auto Cool may now be disabled and enabled without affecting the Deviation alarms or the teach value
b. Addition of ‘Day of week’ for operation of the Auto Cool
c. Addition of user adjustable delay before Pump activation when Auto Cool runs in P mode.
d. Provision of new settings to prevent either Pump or Pump & Fan operating below threshold temperature
i. V5242E offers:
1. OFF, Enables both Fan and Pump without threshold temperature or Pdelay timer settings applied
2. FnP, Disables both Fan and Pump below the threshold temperature
3. P, Where the Fans operate normally below the threshold setting but the Pump does not operate
below the threshold temperature
2. Teach mode (6.13)

a. Teach mode has been given a unique password (password 202) in order to isolate the calibration from the
general deviation alarms in password 101
3. Ramp mode (8.0)

a. Provision has been made to allow the Ramp mode to be paused
b. Provision has been made to allow the Ramp mode to aborted
4. Passwords (6.3)
a. Password 303 has been added to allow the user to display or hide the password entry
b. Password 202 has been added for calibration of the teach parameters (i.e. no longer in password 101)
c. Read only mode allows all parameters to be read without ability to edit values
5. Expired life (6.8)

a. Provision of Expired life, displayed in days expired by holding down the enter key
6. Data logs (6.7)

a. Data log for 30 minute readings of Top Oil and Hotspot temperatures
i. Mod ‘b’ minimum 250 days
b. Data log for Events such as password entries and Power on
i. Mod ‘b’ 200 entries
c. Data Log for peak temperature
i. Mod ‘b’ 100 entries
7. Ashridge PC setup & configuration software (14)

a. Software is now available to communicate with the 852-xxx and to download data logs etc
8. Firmware and hardware version (6)

a. Holding down the shift key and enter keys displays firmware version, releasing the keys displays the hardware
revision followed by the serial number
9. Guidance notes for Fail safe mode (4.2, 4.5, 4.6 & 6.6)
10. Defaults (6.3)

a. The 852-xxx now defaults Modbus to RTU and not ASCII as previous versions.

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NOTES ON USING THIS MULTI-MODEL USER MANUAL
This user manual is applicable to all models in the 852-xxx range, from 2 output relays through to the larger
enclosure with 8 user selectable output relays. Therefore, care must be taken to understand the individual
implications of the relevant model as you proceed through each section of the manual.
A functionality table has been included in section 2, which details the relay and analogue functionality specific to
each model (see sections 6.10 and 6.11). Whilst we have endeavoured to clarify the specific functionality for each
model within this manual, we encourage your feedback to help us improve the documentation.
1. Description

The Dual Display Transformer Temperature Monitor (Winding + Top Oil Temperature Indicator functions) is an
intelligent microprocessor controlled Digital Indicator with inputs for CT, PT100 temperature probe, Pump and
Fan confirmation signals and Pump & Fan remote activation signal. The unit is user configurable via an integral
keypad and/or USB socket using manufacturer defined passwords for security of data. All stored data is non-
volatile flash with the exception of the time/date/day of week (1-7, day 1 = Monday) function which uses a
‘Supercap’ to maintain the time and date for a period of some 2 weeks without power, after which time the unit
would require the time/date resetting by the user.
The 852-xxx measures the oil temperature using a 3 wire class B Pt100, the CT input has a 0-10 Amp ac input, the
relay outputs, with the exception of the watchdog relay, have user adjustable parameters (via the necessary
passwords).
Push buttons and/or USB socket is provided for setting up and commissioning the unit via passwords. The push
buttons are also used to display and reset the ‘peak temperature’ since the last reset, to display the ‘Top oil’
temperature, CT current (in Amps), and the transformer expired life (in days). An extra function, using the shift
and CT push buttons allows the Pump and Fan running current to be observed when in that mode.
Outputs available are Analogue output(s), RS485 communications to provide interface to other monitoring
equipment and volt free relay contacts (Normally open or normally closed by link selection) which are set at user
definable temperatures for operation of Pumps, Fans, Alarm and Trip (model dependant). The Watchdog and
Cool fail relays are not definable by the user. P
Inputs are provided to allow monitoring of the fan and pump cooling system. Both full and partial failure of the
fans and pumps are reported via output relays. The cooling system can also be exercised automatically on any
day of the week at selectable periods.
A separate input allows the Pump and Fan to be remotely operated.
1.1 Normal Operation
The 5 digit, upper display always indicates the ‘Hottest’ Winding temperature and the 3 digit, lower display
always indicates the Top Oil temperature.
Pressing the upper ‘Select’ key sequences the display through each winding temperature before displaying the
CT current for each winding (when displaying the temperature the ‘oC’ LED illuminates and when displaying the
CT current the ‘A’ LED illuminates)
Pressing the lower ‘Select’ key sequences the lower display through the 3 options available (Model 852-338 only)
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Illustrations

Winding 1 o
C Alarm
Winding 2
In this illustration the Hottest winding is Winding 2. Select
Winding 3
A Trip
Pump

Top Oil o
Press the ‘Select’ key to sequentially display the other winding C Fans
Bottom Oil I
temperatures or winding currents. Select

Tap changer Fans
II
Cool
Fail
After 1 minute of no key activity the display reverts to displaying the Relay
hottest winding Peak temp

7
Relay
Reset
Shift Save
Abort
8

Winding 1 o
C Alarm
In this illustration the current for the Hottest winding (Winding #2) Select
Winding 2
A Trip
Winding 3
Pump

Press the upper ‘Select’ key to sequentially display the winding Top Oil o
C Fans
current (note the ‘A’ LED is now illuminated). Select

Bottom Oil I
Tap changer Fans

II
Cool
After 1 minute of no key activity the display reverts to displaying the Fail
hottest winding Relay

7
Peak temp
Shift
Reset
Save
Relay
8
Abort

Winding 1 o
C Alarm
Winding 2
Select
For model 852-338 use the lower ‘Select’ key to select Top Oil, or Winding 3
A Trip
one of the other temperatures to display. Pump

Top Oil o
C Fans
Bottom Oil I
Select
After 1 minute of no key activity the display reverts to displaying the Tap changer Fans
II
hottest winding Cool

Fail
Relay
7
Peak temp
Relay
Reset
Shift Save
8
Abort

Winding 1 o
C Alarm
Winding 2
Select A
Press the ‘Peak temp’ key to display the hottest temperature since Winding 3
Trip
the last time reset. Pump

Top Oil o
C Fans
Bottom Oil I
Select
Release key for time and date of the hottest temperature. Tap changer Fans
II
Cool
Fail
Relay
7
Peak temp
Relay
Reset
Shift Save
8
Abort
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1.2 Isolation Rationale
To meet the general requirements of IEC 60255-5 (6.3, 6.4 7.2) (dielectric and insulation resistance between inputs
and outputs) the instrument has been designed with high integrity input and power supply sections.
Isolation of 2000 volts is maintained between power supply and input sections, power supply and output section
and input section to output section. Relay isolation is a minimum of 2000 volts between contact and all circuitry
thus ensuring a high level of integrity for the control and protection of Transformers.
Standard mode & Hot Sport formula (IES354)

The 852‐xxx measures oil temperature and CT current, and displays the ‘hot spot’ corrected temperature on a 5
digit display using the IEC354 equation and the Top oil temperature on a separate 3 digit display:
 Hot Spot =  top-oil + H gr Ky

Equation1
Where:
H = Manufacturers factor, usually due to the placement of PT100 sensor
gr = Manufacturers winding gradient, normally entered as Natural Winding Gradient (ONAN) and Forced Winding
Gradient (OFAF)
K = CT input as Load factor
y = Transformer dependant factor
Relative Thermal Ageing Rate

The relative rate of thermal ageing for transformers designed in accordance with IEC 76 is taken to be equal to unity for a hot spot
temperature of 98°C.
This corresponds to operation at an ambient temperature of 20°C and a hotspot temperature rise of 78°C. The relative ageing rate is given
by equation2:
Ageing rate at θh
V =
= 2 θh – 98/6
Ageing rate at 98°C
Equation 2
Where:
V= Relative ageing rate
θh = Ultimate (steady state) hot spot temperature
Hot spot rise (78°C) = Hot spot to top oil gradient (23°C) + Top oil temperature rise (55°C)
Hence for a design ambient temperature other than 20°C, the hot spot temperature rise has to be modified accordingly. For example
when the design ambient is 30°C, the allowable hot spot rise is 68°C.

1.3 Loss of life calculation
The relative ageing (or relative loss of life) over a certain period of time is given by equation 3:
1
T ∫
L = V dt

Equation3
Where
L = Loss of life in per unit days
t1, t2 = period under consideration; t2 – t1 = T
T= total time interval of application
V= Relative ageing rate
Using half hourly sample times the 852-xxx will calculate the current ‘Relative Thermal Ageing Rate’ by using equation 3 above. This is
carried out using the hottest winding temperature (where there is more than one sensor fitted) together with allowance for a different
design ambient temperature.
This calculated rate is stored and integrated with the previous running total to give an ‘Expired Life’ in per unit days which is available by
pressing the ‘Enter’ key. This value is updated once per day, and is also available through the MODBUS port.
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1.4 Watchdog
The watchdog relay has volt free contacts with link selectable outputs of normally open or normally closed, i.e.
where closed contacts are required to indicate a healthy system use normally open contacts as healthy
system=energised relay. The watchdog relay de-energises in the event of:
a) Pt100 failure or Pt100 wiring fault (and automatically energises the Fan & Pump relays)
b) Power failure.
c) Internal component failure (and automatically energises the Fan & Pump relays).
In the event of a watchdog failure, for a Pt100 or internal fault the Fan & Pump relays energise, this allows ‘fail
safe’ operation. This is especially important where a failure has occurred when the transformer is operating at an
elevated temperature. The analogue output drops to 0mA to indicate a fault condition. In the event of a power
failure the Fan & Pump relays do not energise.
Operation of the watchdog relay will not cause the unit to operate the trip relay.
1.5 Cool Fail, Pump and Fan Monitoring
A ‘Cool Fail’ relay is also incorporated to indicate when a pump or fan, which has been initiated but does not
respond. This is achieved in one of 2 ways, the first simply uses a contact closure which is normally initiated from
the pump or fan contactor to provide a feedback to the PP and Common and FN and Common inputs. In use this
energises ‘Cool-Fail’ relay and provides a volt free contact approximately 2 minutes (user defined) after the Pump
or Fan fails to operate correctly
The second method uses an external CT and burden resistor to monitor the running current of both Pump and
Fan providing feedback to the PP, FN and Common inputs. In this instance the 852-xxx monitors the running
current of the Pump and Fan and, where it is outside parameters set by the user, energises the ‘Cool-Fail’ relay
and provides a volt free contact approximately 2 minutes (user defined) after the Pump or Fan fails to operate
correctly. The Pump and Fan running currents may be observed by holding down the ‘shift and CT’ key together,
the Pump running figure is shown on the left and the Fan running current on the right.
Alternatively ‘none’ may be selected where there is no feedback required.
Common to all three methods is the action of the 852-xxx to a ‘failed’ Pump or Fan. Where a Fan has a ‘failed’
input the ‘Cool Fail’ relay energises after the pre-set time period. Where the Pump has a ‘failed’ input the ‘Cool
Fail’ relay is also energised after the pre-set time period, however where the pump has failed the unit will not
allow the ‘Hot spot’ correction to move from the ONAN to the OFAF curve. As soon as it detects the correct input
the ‘Hot Spot’ correction will operate normally, via the timer and the ‘Cool Fail’ relay will de-energise.
Please note:
Whether the Pump or Fan has operated during normal operation, initiated manually by a SP input, or as a result of
a watchdog failure the ‘Cool Fail’ system will continue to operate as described above.
1.6 Essential Setup information
 Consider what feedback system will be implemented, i.e. is the transformer cooling system consisting of
fans only, pumps only, or a combination of fans and pumps and whether feedback is required. Feedback
is used by the 852-xxx to ensure the correct gradient is being used for display of the Winding
temperature. The cooling system may be monitored by contact closure or by ct’s (measuring the running
current of the Fans and Pumps). There is a direct impact on the feedback wiring considerations,
dependent on the options you choose. Please see section 5 for examples.
 Do you require the Fan and Pump relays to operate in normal or Fail safe mode? See section 4.2, 4.5, 4.6 &
6.6
 Is Step mode required? See section 6.15
 Is the cooling system required to be exercised at a set day, time and period? See section 6.12
 Will the 852 be mounted in a southerly aspect. In which case solar shielding for the marshalling kiosk
window may be advised.

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2. Functionality table, all models
Single
display WTI WTI WTI WTI 2 x WTI WTI 2 x WTI 3 x WTI 3 x WTI
OTI 852-112 852-113 852Plus 852-116 852-216 852-118 852-218 852-318 852-338
852-013
Dimensions Smaller Enclosure (214 x 185 x 105mm) Larger Enclosure (283 x 216 x 143mm)
Relay Outputs
Watchdog          
Alarm          
Trip          
Pump         
Fan        
Fans II (External)      
Cool-Fail        
Aux 1    
Aux 2    
Analogue
t t 
O/p #1        
O/p #2          
O/p #3    
O/p #4    
RS485 output
Modbus          
DNP3         
CT Inputs
Winding #1          
Winding #2    
Winding #3  
PT100 inputs
Top Oil          
Bottom Oil 
Ambient or
Tap changer 
Dig inputs
Pump Dig i/p        
Fan Dig i/p        
Remote F&P        
Other
Expired life          
Data Logging          

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3. Mechanical Installation
Where the 852 units are installed in a south facing position the use of sunshades should be considered to prevent
excessive temperatures occurring and therefore reducing the component list expectancy.
3.1 Dimensions (wall mounted versions 852-013, 852-112, 852-113, 852-116, 852-216)
3.2 Dimensions (wall mounted versions 852-118, 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338)

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4. Electrical Installation
4.1 Electrical Wiring

IF IN DOUBT ASK
WIRING
CUBICLE
DETAIL OF CONNECTION TO INTERMEDIATE

TERMINAL BLOCK FOR ANALOGUE OUTPUTS.
Note:Single point common Earth point for all screens
TERMINAL BLOCK FOR PT100.
Note: Single point common Earth point for all screens
CT1 (ENSURE CABLE IS ROUTED

AWAY FROM ANALOGUE
INPUTS/OUTPUTS ANALOGUE OUTPUT
AND PT100 CABLING)
DIGITAL INPUT
PT100 SCREENED OR STEEL WIRE
TERMINAL BLOCK FOR DIGITAL INPUTS.
(TOP OIL) ARMOURED CABLE
Note: Single point common Earth point for all screens
(Minimum 1.5mm²)
MATL: APPRD AO
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Terminal arrangement
When tightening the terminal blocks it is imperative that the terminals are not over-tightened as a breakage may
occur, this is especially important for the Power supply and CT inputs.
Ashridge Engineering Ltd assumes no liability where terminal posts are broken.
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Wall Mount (852-118, 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338)
4.2 Digital input and relay links
NO NC
NO NC
NO NC
NO NC
NO NC
NO NC
NO NC
NO NC
NO NC
MOD1
J31
J25
J28
J23
J24
J29
J30
J27
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 47 48 49
1 2 3 4 5 6 9 11 13 15 17
FN1 COM 41 43 45
CT1 CT2 CT3 R
7 8 10 12 14 16 18 19 20
W R Gnd A1 A3
39 40 42 44 46
E N L
P1 P2 P1 P2 P1 P2 EN PP FN2 R R W R R
WATCH A2 A4 Power Supply
Com (24V)
W
ALARM TRIP PUMPS FAN1 Rel 6 COOL Rel 7 Rel 8 A B
DIG INPUTS Bot-oil DOG
Top-oil Ambient (FAN2) FAIL RS485 Analogue
Danger if CT is Open Circuited Outputs
PT100 INPUTS
Selection of Relay output types
a) The relay outputs may be changed from N/O to N/C by selecting the appropriate relay output links. These
are located directly behind the terminals and are accessed by removing the 4 corner screws and lifting
the fascia. It must be noted that the ‘watchdog’ relay will be energised while the Pt100 input, self-check
and power supplies are healthy. When replacing the fascia please ensure that mating connectors have
been fully assembled.
b) All other relays energise at their respective operating points.
c) See section for relay settings

4.3 Digital inputs and PT100 inputs
9 11 13 15 17
FN1 COM R W R
7 8 10 12 14 16 18 19 20
R R W R R
EN PP Fn2
W
DIG INPUTS Bot-oil
Top-oil Ambient
PT100 INPUTS
Terminal
Label Function
Block No
EN 7 Remote ON/OFF Control of Fans and Pumps
PP 8 PUMP Monitoring Input
FN1 9 FAN Monitoring Input
FN2 10 Reserved for future use
COM 11 Common Terminal - Use as described below
W (Top Oil) 12 PT100 White wire for Top Oil (front row terminal block)
R (Top Oil) 13 PT100 Red wire for Top Oil (back row terminal block)
R (Top Oil) 14 PT100 Red wire for Top Oil (front row terminal block)
Bottom Oil & Ambient may not be fitted see model
Below is the connectivity for the 852-338 only
W (Bot Oil) 15 PT100 White wire for Top Oil (back row terminal
block)
R (Bot Oil) 16 PT100 Red wire for Top Oil (front row terminal block)
R (Bot Oil) 17 PT100 Red wire for Top Oil (back row terminal block)
W (Ambient) 18 PT100 White wire for Top Oil (front row terminal
block)
R (Ambient) 19 PT100 Red wire for Top Oil (front row terminal block)
R (Ambient) 20 PT100 Red wire for Top Oil (front row terminal block)
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4.4 Analogue and RS485 outputs
41 43 45
Gnd A1 A3
39 40 42 44 46
A2 A4
Com (24V)
A B
RS485 Analogue
Outputs
Wall Mount models (852-013, 852-112, 852-113, 852-116 & 852-216)
4.5 Digital input and relay links.

4.6 Fan and Pump relay Fail safe mode (Password 33)
This allows an ‘inverted’(Fail safe) or ‘normal’ mode for the Fan and Pump relays.
Normal: This mode energises the relays at their setpoint and de-energises at the falling temperature
setpoint
(Note: Ensure links H10 & H11 are correctly set for this mode, see 6.6, 4.2, & 4.5 for details).
Fail safe: This mode de-energises the relays at their setpoint and energises at the falling temperature
setpoint. This allows the contacts to be set for normally closed, which means the Fan and Pump will
automatically be running when the power is removed from the 852-xxx.
(Note: Ensure links H10 & H11 are correctly set for this mode, see 6.6, 4.2, & 4.5 for details) and set the Fan
and Pump relays to from normal to FPmode using password 33.
4.7 Selection of ‘Digital input’ type

a. Input SP is a closed contact only input. This is used to remotely switch on/off the Pumps and Fans i.e. when a
closed contact is applied between the SP and the common terminals, the Pump and Fan will switch on
simultaneously, after a short delay, until the closed contact is removed.
b. Input CN is currently unassigned.
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5. Fans and Pump Feedback Wiring

The winding, or Hot Spot, differential temperature is calculated by the 852-xxx using a combination of the CT
input, the Fan (FN) & Pump (PP) digital inputs and the remote Fan and Pump operation digital inputs (SP). It is
therefore imperative that the following methods to achieve this are fully understood before commissioning.

5.1 Fans and pumps monitored by contact closure

Under setting password 66 ensure that ‘type’ is set to ‘Contact closure’ as shown below.
 Select the output type using the up key

 //Toggle between coil fail input types as required using the up key ()
   Time delay before cool fail message appears (2 to 30 Minutes)
Feedback wiring for contact closure from single input:

DIGITAL INPUTS DIGITAL INPUTS
EN PP FN1 COM EN PP FN1 COM
Feedback wiring for contact closure from two inputs:

Models 852-116 & 852-216
DIGITAL INPUTS Terminal number 5 6 7 8
EN PP FN1 COM
Description EN PP FN COM
Models 852-118. 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338

Terminal number 7 8 9 10 11
Description EN PP FN1 FN2 COM
5.2 Fans and pumps monitored by ct’s

Under setting password 66 ensure that ‘type’ is set to ‘’ as shown below.
 Select the output type using the up key

 //Toggle between coil fail input types as required using the up key ()
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852-xxx wiring arrangement where Transformer cooling is monitored with Fan and Pump ct’s.
Feedback wiring for ct from single input
DIGITAL INPUTS DIGITAL INPUTS

EN PP FN1 COM EN PP FN1 COM
852-xxx wiring arrangement for CT type digital 852-xxx wiring arrangement for CT type digital
input where Transformer is fitted with Pump only input where Transformer is fitted with Fan only
(Ensure that Pump and Fan ON & OFF settings are (Ensure that Pump and Fan ON & OFF settings are
identical) identical)
Feedback wiring for ct’s from two inputs:
DIGITAL INPUTS
EN PP FN1 COM
Models 852-116 & 852-216

Terminal number 5 6 7 8
Description EN PP FN COM
Models 852-118. 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338

Terminal number 7 8 9 10 11
Description EN PP FN1 FN2 COM
Note 1:
When used in this mode and the Pump Fails to operate with the fans operating normally, the Cool Fail message
and relay will operate, however, the ‘Hot Spot’ gradient will remain in the ONAN state. Where the Fan fails to work
but the Pump operates normally, the Cool Fail message and the relay will operate and the ‘Hot Spot’ gradient will
continue to operate correctly.
Note 2:
Where the forced cooling consist of only fans or pumps (but not both) connect the two digital inputs (FN & PP)
together using a wire link.
Note 3:
Main CT Calibration check – It is important to note that it is not possible to check the calibration of the main CT
until the Cool Fail system has been calibrated, as the 852-xxx will not switch from the ONAN to the OFAF gradient
until the Pump is ‘seen’ to be working correctly.
For example:
Where a CT input of 5 Amps has been input and the 852-xxx has not initiated the Fans and Pumps, the ‘Hot Spot’
reading will remain on the ONAN gradient and the ‘Hot Spot’ reading will appear too high.
See section 2 for model functionality
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6. Setting up the 852-xxx
Checking serial number, i.e. hold down shift key and press Top oil key displays firmware version, release and
now displays  for hardware Mod ‘B’ with larger log memory.
Press the enter () key to go through program loop

Press and hold down the Shift key and () to reverse through program loop
Press the () key to raise the value of the flashing digit
Press and hold down the Shift key and the () to lower the value of the flashing digit
Press the () key to move the flashing digit to the left
Press the hold down the Shift key and the () key to move the flashing digit to the right
General Notes:
a) Where an incorrect password is entered, the display drops to dim mode and allows the user to view
the settings without having access to changing them.
(See retrieving information, section 11)
b) With no key movements applied, the unit will return to normal operation after approximately 2
minutes.
c) Hold ‘shift’ & ‘abort’ keys to exit at any time.

6.1 Adjusting Display Brightness
Hold down Shift and press Enter () for approx 2 seconds (display reads ) until display reads  before
releasing the Enter key. Display shows , use up key to increase brightness or down key (shift and up keys)
to reduce brightness. Press save on completion.
6.2 Setting the Time/Date/Day of week
All stored data is non-volatile flash with the exception of the time/date function which uses a ‘Supercap’ to
maintain the time and date for a period of some 2 weeks without power, after which time the unit would require
the time/date resetting by the user.
Hold down Shift and press Enter () for approx 2 seconds (display reads ) until the display reads 
before releasing the enter key. Now hold down shift and press the Enter () key a second time, this allows the
user to adjust time/date. Use up/down left/right keys to edit each value. Press the Enter () key to move to next
value, day setting (day 1 = Monday), on completion press the save key to exit and save (see setting time and date,
section 11).

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6.3 Password section

To enter each password use the procedure ‘entering a password’ section 11.1 & 6.5.
= Read only mode, Display dims to indicate read only mode and allows all settings to be read in each
section without the ability to edit settings. 1st FAIL = relay settings, 2nd FAIL = main settings, cool fail, auto cool,
relay types, calibration. (See retrieving information, section 11)
=Resets unit to Defaults (except calibration)
 =Password entry mode - display or hide (default is hide)
 =Allows the Fan and Pump relays to be set as normal or Fail safe (section see 6.6, 4.2, 4.5 & 4.6 )
 =Reset password events log
 =Reset peak temperature log
=Reset temperature log
=Design ambient for expired life
=Set expired days
=Adjust relay parameters (section 6.10)
=Modify settings parameters (section 6.11)
=Modify Winding 1 parameters, 852-113, 852-116, 852-118 only (section 6.11)
=Modify Winding 2 parameters, 852-216 & 852-218 only (section 6.11)
=Modify Winding 3 parameters, 852-318 & 852-338 only (section 6.11)
 =Auto Cool mode (section 6.12)
=Training of CT inputs for Fans and Pumps CT (section 6.13)
 =Teach mode (section 6.13)
 =Relay function (change operation mode of relays) (section 6.16)
 =Modbus address, type, Baud rate and time-out times (section 7)
 =Relay Test mode (Note: In this mode the relays will not operate when the ‘Pt100 Fault’ message shows)
6.4 Returning the 852 to default settings (Password 3381)
(This does not affect factory calibration of Pt100, CT input and analogue output)
 Enter password 3381 (see section 11.1 for password entry procedure)
The 852-xxx will return all settings, relays etc to default settings.
Please note: If at any time an error message appears when powering up, press the up key to return the value to
the default value.
6.5 Password entry mode (Password 303)
Used to hide or display the password. The default condition is hidden

'' will appear on the screen. Press the up key for ‘‘to appear. Press the up key again for ‘‘to appear.
These settings enable the password prompts to be displayed or hidden. Press save on completion or shift + abort
to exit.
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6.6 Fan and Pump Fail safe mode (Password 33)

Allows the Fan and Pump relays to be ‘inverted’ or ‘normal’ also see section 4.2, 4.5 & 4.6
Normal: This mode energises the relays at their setpoint and de-energises at the falling temperature setpoint
(Note: Ensure links H10 & H11 are correctly set for this mode, see 4.2, 4.5 & 4.6 for details).
Inverted: This mode de-energises the relays at their setpoint and energises at the falling temperature setpoint,
this allows the contacts to be set for normally closed, which means the Fan and Pump will automatically be
running when the power is removed from the 852-xxx.
(Note: Ensure links H10 & H11 are correctly set for this mode, see 4.2, 4.5 & 4.6 for details).
(Note: Ensure links H10 & H11 (wall mount) are correctly set for this mode, see 4.2, 4.5 & 4.6 for details. Use
password 33 to set the Fan and Pump relays between normal and FPmode.
6.7 Data Logs

Mod ‘b’
Password log 200 entries
Peak log 100 entries
Temperature log Minimum 250 days
6.7.1 Password events log (Password 90)
Reset when password 90 is entered. Unit automatically returns to normal operation. Used in conjunction with
Modbus.
See section 6
6.7.2 Peak temperature log (Password 91)


Peak temperature log with time/date stamps on a rolling record basis is reset when password 91 is entered. Unit
automatically returns to normal operation. Used in conjunction with Modbus.
See section 7
6.7.3 Temperature log (Password 92)


Reset when password 92 is entered. Unit automatically returns to normal operation. Used in conjunction with
Modbus.
See section 7
6.8 Loss of insulation life
Expressed as number of days expired life (press enter ( ) key to display).

See section 1.1
Password 22 has been provided to allow the design ambient temperature to be edited.
Password 88 has been provided to edit the start number of days (useful for retrofit).
See section 1.1
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6.9 Typical displays

Press for Days expired life Select Winding temperature or Amps

Winding 1 Winding 1
Select Winding 2 Select
C
Winding 2
Winding 3 Winding 3
A
Top Oil Top Oil

Peak temp
Reset
Peak temp
Shift Reset
Save
Abort
Shift Save
Abort

Press & hold both Firmware, hardware version,
keys for 2 seconds to enter setup serial number and type
Winding 1 Winding 1
Select Winding 2 Select Winding 2
Winding 3 Winding 3
Top Oil Top Oil

Shift
Peak temp
Reset
Shift
Peak temp
Reset
Save Save
Abort Abort

Press for peak temperature
Abort program (release for time/date stamp)
Winding 1 Winding 1
Select
Select Winding 2 Winding 2
Winding 3
Winding 3
Top Oil Top Oil

Peak temp
Shift
Peak temp
Reset
Save Shift
Reset
Save
Abort
Abort

Observe Pump and Fan

Reset Peak Temperature running current (CT mode only)

Select
Winding 1
Select
Winding 1
Winding 2 Winding 2
Winding 3 Winding 3

Top Oil Top Oil

Peak temp Peak temp
Shift
Reset
Save
Abort
Shift
Reset
Save
Abort

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6.10 Adjusting Relay Setpoints (Password 42)
The relay ‘on’ and ‘off’ points can now be adjusted using the list below for reference.
Display Display Models

with with
Key Key
Remarks
Pressed Released
 . Alarm relay ‘Switch On’ point in 0C (rising temp)
  . All models Alarm relay ‘Switch Off’ point in 0C (falling temp)
  Alarm relay De-bounce time in seconds (3-60 seconds)
 . Pump relay ‘Switch On’ point in 0C (rising temp)

All models except
 . 852-112 Pump relay ‘Switch Off’ point in 0C (falling temp)
  Pump relay De-bounce time in seconds (3-60 seconds)
. All models except

 Fan relay ‘Switch On’ point in 0C (rising temp)
852-013
 . 852-112 Fan relay ‘Switch Off’ point in 0C (falling temp)
852-113
  Fan relay De-bounce time in seconds (3-60 seconds)
 . Trip relay ‘Switch On’ point in 0C (rising temp)
 . All models Trip relay ‘Switch Off’ point 0C (falling temp)
  Trip relay De-bounce time in seconds (3-60 seconds)

 Relay 6 ‘Switch On’ point in 0C (rising temp)
852-013
 . 852-112 Relay 6 ‘Switch Off’ point in 0C (falling temp)
852-113
  852Plus Relay 6 De-bounce time in seconds (3-60 seconds)

 Cool Fail relay – may have change of type under password 1712, see section 6.16
852-013
 . 852-112 Cool Fail relay – may have change of type under password 1712, see section 6.16
852-113
  Cool Fail relay – may have change of type under password 1712, see section 6.16
Relays 7 & 8 apply only for models 852-118, 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338
 . Relay 7 ‘Switch On’ point in 0C (rising temp)

Only on models
 . 852-118 Relay 7 ‘Switch Off’ point in 0C (falling temp)
852-218
  852-318
Relay 7 De-bounce time in seconds (3-60 seconds)
 . 852-338 Relay 8 ‘Switch On’ point in 0C (rising temp)
 . Relay 8 ‘Switch Off’ point in 0C (falling temp)
  Relay 8 De-bounce time in seconds (3-60 seconds)

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6.11 Adjusting the Main Settings (Password 66)
The general settings can now be adjusted using the list below for reference.
Display with Display with
Remarks
Key Pressed Key Released
Select the number of gradients required (1, 2 or 3, default 2, this automatically
  selects the correct number of parameters for user inputs, the default of 2
gradient has been shown for clarity)
  0-10 (1 min steps) Exponential timer, simulates thermal lag in transformer coil
 or Toggle using up key () if  is chosen the next parameters are:
 
   This sets the CT current threshold for more than 90 seconds (range 1-240)
   Time before the Pump returns to local control
  Rolling average filter to reduce display flicker (range 0-10 secs, default 2)
Analogue o/p 1 follows the Hot Spot corrected temperature
 
Select the output type required using the up key

 Select the required output range using the up key

 (note this range applies to o/p 1 and o/p 2)

  Select the output type using the up key

Analogue o/p 2 retransmits Top Oil temperature or the CT value.
 
Select the output type using the up key

Analogue outputs 3 and 4 are only used on models 852-118, 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338
  Select output type using up key

  Select using up key, note these are model dependant
  Select the output type using the up key

Analogue o/p 4 retransmits these options

 Select the output type using the up key

Note: Only select on   on model 852-338

All models
  Toggle between cool fail feedback input types as required using the up key
  Time delay before cool fail message appears (2 to 30 Minutes)
Passwords 67 (Winding 1), 68 (Winding 2) & 69 (Winding 3) (see section 11.1 for password entry procedure)
Note: The above figures for passwords 67, 68 & 69 are repeated depending on the model and the number of
gradients selected in password 66
  Input Natural gradient value

  Input Natural gradient current in Amps
  Input H value
  Input exponent Y value
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6.12 Auto Cool mode (Password 141)
The Auto Cool function will now operate the Fans and Pumps at the specified time and day of week but will
inhibit the Pumps where the Top Oil temperature is below the user defined threshold (when set to ON) after the
pump delay period.
Note: The days are now in multiples of seven days between Auto Cool operations (1, 7, 14, 21, and 28).
The auto cool settings can now be adjusted using the list below for reference.
(Also see auto cool procedure section 11.4)
Remarks
  Select ON or OFF using the up key
  Select type 1, 2 or 3 see notes below
  Select number of days interval between cooling exercises (1/7/14/21/28)
  Select run time in minutes, maximum 120 minutes
  Day of week 1-7 (1 = Monday 7 =Sunday)
  Enter start time HOUR in 24 hour format
  Enter start time MINUTE
Toggles temperature threshold inhibit between OFF, Fan & Pump or Pump using up
  key
 ° Enter threshold temperature below which Auto Cool pump is inhibited
  0 – 255 second timer before pump activates at Auto Cool function

  Model 852-338 only

Threshold mode notes:
Off mode: Threshold temperature and Pump delay timers are ignored.
FnP mode When Top Oil Temperature is below the threshold temperature setting, both the Fan and the Pump
will be inhibited. When above threshold temperature the Fan will operate & the Pump will operate after Pdelay
period.
P mode When Top Oil Temperature is below the threshold temperature setting, the Fan will operate and the
Pump will be inhibited. When above threshold temperature, the Fan will operate & the Pump will operate after
Pdelay period (seconds).
Press SAVE to save and exit or Shift plus save to abort and exit
Notes on Alarm types (Type 1, 2 or 3) (default 1):
a) Type 1 (single stage cool fail alarm), i.e. Normal cool fail mode
b) Type 2 (2 stage cool fail alarm for Fans only), i.e. Where 2 is selected the terms “” and second line “”
is added for the Fans (Pumps remain at “” in password 101. This selects the alarm deviation and
conditions for both the ‘cooler abnormal’ and the normal cool fail relay. When this option has been
selected, relay 6 is automatically selected for the cooler abnormal function.
Type 2 and Type 3 provides indication of partial failure (cooler abnormal) utilising relay 6 (see section 5.14, Note:
there is no screen message to indicate a partial failure). The second stage uses the normal Cool Fail system to
generate alarm and control of the cooling gradients.
c) Type 3 (2 stage cool fail alarm for both Fans and Pumps), i.e. Where 3 is selected the terms “” and
“’” is added for Fans and “” and “” is added for Pumps under password 101. These select the
percentage deviation and conditions for both the ‘cooler abnormal’ and the normal cool fail relays. When
this option has been selected, the output is directed to relay 6. In this instance, relay 6 can no longer be
used as a temperature controlled output.
Notes on Auto Cool mode:
a) When Auto Cool has been enabled the unit will operate at the first available day and time following
initiation, followed thereafter at the interval days set.
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6.13 CT Feedback Monitoring Mode and Teach Mode (Passwords 101 and 202) see section 11.5

The winding or Hot Spot differential temperature is calculated by the 852-xxx using a combination of the CT
input, the Fan (FN) and Pump (PP) Digital inputs and the remote Fan & Pump operation and digital input (SP). It is
therefore imperative that the following methods to achieve this are fully understood before commissioning.
Note 1: When used in this mode and the Pump fails to operate with the fans operating normally, the Cool –Fail
message and relay will operate, however the ‘Hot Spot’ gradient will remain in the ONAN state. Where the Fan
fails to work but the Pump operates normally, the Cool-Fail message and the relay will operate and the ‘Hot Spot’
gradient will continue to operate correctly.
Note 2: When used in CT digital input mode, the 2 off CT running currents may be monitored at any time by
pressing and holding down the ‘Shift’ and ‘CT’ keys (a residual current may be indicated when there is no current
drawn by the cooling system – this is normal).
Note 3: Where the forced cooling consists of only fans or pumps (but not both) connect the two digital inputs (FN
& PP) together using a wire link.
1. Under setting password (66) ensure that ‘’ is set to ‘’ i.e.:
 Select the output type using the up key
 //none Toggle between cool fail input types as required using the up key
2. Initially select Burden resistor Rx and CT turns ratio to provide approximately, 1.5V RMS at the normal
running current (this provides a reading of approximately 70 on the 852-xxx Fan or Pump digital input).
3. Ensure that wiring is complete, working correctly and that all site safety procedure has been followed
before continuing – see section 4.2.

There is now a ‘teach’ password 202 to separate the calibration for the deviation settings.
Use password 202 to calibrate digital inputs before setting the required deviation values in password 101.
To access calibrate Teach mode parameter. Also see section 11.5
After entering the password, the unit displays the Fan and Pump running currents (the Pump on the left and the
Fan on the right) i.e.
 
As far as is practical, the ct turns ratio and the burden resistor values should be selected to obtain each reading in
the range of 45 to 75. Where initial readings are very much different, the turns ration/burden resistor should be
re-selected to bring within 40 to 85 maximum – see guidance notes regarding wedding section 6.14.
When satisfied with the readings, press the save key (Press shift and abort to exit without saving).
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Use password 101 to set up the deviation settings.
For Type 1
 Select the Fan deviation (expressed as a percentage of reading saved) that will cause the Cool Fail
relay to energise. Press enter to continue or shift and abort to exit without saving.
 Select the Pump deviation (expressed as a percentage of reading saved) that will cause the Cool Fail
relay to energise. Press enter to continue or shift and abort to exit without saving.
 Select the number of minutes before the Cool Fail relay energises after the start of the deviation.
Press Save or shift and abort to exit without saving
The CT turns ratio and burden resistor values should be calculated to provide reading in the range of 45 to 75
(1.5V RMS into the 852-xxx digital input terminals indicates a running current of 70). In practise, the reading under
normal running conditional should be re-selected to bring the reading within 40 to 85 maximum.
All deviation values are expressed as a percentage of the value saved under password 202
For Type 2
 Select the percentage of Fan CT running current reading before relay 6 operates the ‘abnormal
cooler alarm’, the default is 10 (percent of the saved value).
Note: there is no screen message to indicate this fault.
Press enter to continue or shift and abort to exit without saving.
 Select the percentage of Fan CT running current reading before the normal ‘Cool Fail’ relay
energises to indicate a cool fail alarm condition, the default is 25 (percent of the saved value)
Note: the normal Cool Fail screen message and relay indicates this fault.
 Select the Pump deviation (expressed as a percentage of reading saved) that will cause the Cool Fail
relay to energise.
 Select the number of minutes before the Cool Fail relay energises when outside of set deviations.
For Type 3
 Select the percentage of Fan CT running current reading before relay 6 operates the ‘abnormal
 Select the percentage of Fan CT running current reading before the normal ‘Cool Fail’ relay
energises to indicate a cool fail alarm condition, the default is 25 (percent of the saved value).
Note: the normal Cool Fail screen message and relay indicates this fault.
 Select the percentage of Pump ‘CT running current reading before relay 6 operates the ‘abnormal
 Select the percentage of Pump CT running current reading before the normal ‘Cool Fail’ relay
energises to indicate a cool fail alarm condition, the default is 25 (percent of the saved value).
Note: the normal cool fail screen message and relay indicates this fault.
 Select the number of minutes before the Cool Fail relay energises when outside of set deviations.
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6.14 Guidance Notes for Wedding Ring CT and Burden Resistor
1. The 852-xxx monitors fan and pump running currents by feeding voltage signals into the fan and pump
digital inputs. Although described as ‘digital inputs’, these do in fact accept three types of input, i.e.
(i) simple 0 or 1 digital input
(ii) DC analogue input
(iii) AC analogue input. The voltage is nominally 1.5V RMS to provide a reading of 70. These are
derived from externally mounted wedding ring STs and burden resistors.
2. Number of wedding ring CT primary turns and burden resistor valued are derived from the table.
3. The values listed below assume the use of a 10/0.001 (0.01VA) CT (OD = 25, ID = 12mm) and are given as
guidance only.
4. During commissioning, it may become apparent that the turns ratio/burden resistor values may be
incorrect and some ‘site tuning’ may be required.
Note: Approximate RMS voltage input to 852-xxx digital input terminals:

1.0V RMS = running current reading of 47
1.5V RMS = running current reading of 70
Please note: The figures provided are for guidance only
5. With no cooling system running, the teach mode will display a residual current - the actual value depends
on burden resistors selected. This is normal  
Burden Resistor Calculations for Single CT Configurations
The Current Transformer (CT) used to indicate cooling system running current for the 852 Series WTI must have a
burden resistor fitted, as shown below. Failure to use a suitable Burden resistor will result in faulty operation.
The resistor value is calculated using the equations shown. Ashridge supply three standard CT’s with a range of
burden resistors. These three CT’s can also be supplied with mounting feet. These have F in their order code, for
example CT-F-A.
Example values are shown in the presented tables, for particular values of nominal cooling system current and for
the number of times the cooling conductor is passed through the CT (acting as the primary winding).
For individual CTs the direction of the current is not important.
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Type ‘A’ CT (10/0.01)
Rb 
1500V

( Icool * T ) A
Note that, in the equation, Icool is the maximum cooling system RMS current and T is the number of primary turns.
CT-A 10/0.01
Min Current Max Current Resistor Turns Min Reading Max Reading
1 2 150 5 35 69
2 4 100 4 37 74
3 5 100 3 42 69
5 8 100 2 46 74
7 10 150 1 49 69
Resistance values shown are nearest preferred values.
Type ‘B’ CT (30/0.01)
Rb 
4500V

( Icool * T ) A
Note that in the equation, Icool is the maximum cooling system RMS current and T is the number of primary turns.
CT-B 30/0.01
2 4 220 5 34 68
3 6 150 5 35 69
4 8 150 4 37 74
5 10 150 3 35 69
8 15 150 2 37 69
10 20 220 1 34 68
16 30 150 1 37 69
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Type ‘C’ CT (60/0.01)
Rb 
9000V

( Icool * T ) A
Note that in the equation, Icool is the maximum cooling system RMS current and T is the number of primary turns.
CT-C 60/0.01
3 5.5 330 5 38 70
3 7 330 4 31 71
5 10 220 4 34 68
7 15 150 4 33 69
10 20 150 3 35 69
15 30 150 2 35 69
20 40 220 1 34 68
25 50 180 1 35 69
30 60 150 1 35 69
6.15 Step mode (initiated under settings 66)
Used where a sudden large step change in CT current that could cause the oil to overheat before the temperature
rises sufficiently to switch on the Pump at its normal pre-set temperature. Such instances are Combined Power
and Heat power stations during the power on sequence, also where electric trains can cause very high currents to
be drawn for short periods.
In this mode, the CT current must remain above a threshold value (as set by the user) for 90 seconds before the
function becomes active. Once initiated, the Pump will remain energised for the time period (set by the user)
before returning to normal ‘Hot Spot’ temperature controlled operation.
For instance: After this time period has expired and the transformer temperature remains below the Pump ‘Off’
value and the CT current is below the threshold value, the pump relay will de-energise.
To enable this function, go to setup menu (password 66). The parameter required toggles between  and
, select , followed by the threshold current, followed by the time for the Pump to remain energised,
after the step change before returning to normal operation.
Under setting password (66) ensure that '' is set ‘' to i.e.:
 / Toggles using up key () if  is chosen the next parameter is
  This sets the CT current threshold for the step change (after the CT current
has been higher than the threshold for more than 90 seconds)
 Time before the Pump returns to local control (range 1-240 minutes)
The first parameter is the CT current required to initiate this function (The CT input must remain above this point
for 90 seconds before the function becomes active).
The second parameter sets the time period, in minutes for the pump to remain active after the CT current has
returned to normal.
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6.16 Adjusting Relay Function (password 1712)
Each relay can be activated by hotspot or top oil temperature. The cool fail relay can also be operated as a normal
relay (when selected). These values can then be modified in password 42 although please take care when using
this feature for the cool fail relay, as the normal cool fail feature will be disabled when this functionality
has been selected.
The relay functionality may be changed using the list below for reference. Note: Each model has a different
number of relays fitted and therefore will not be available under password 42.
Display Display Models
with with
Remarks
Key Key
Pressed Released
  Toggle between options using the up key
(Relay 1)  All models


  All models except Toggle between  or  using the up key
852-112
(Relay 2) 
 All models except Toggle between  or  using the up key
(Relay 3)  852-013
 852-112
852-113
  Toggle between options using the up key
(Relay 4) 
All models


 All models except Toggle between options using the up key
 852-013
(Relay 5) Note: When  is selected a further set of
 852-112
852-113 temperature setpoints in password 42 is provided. For  there

is no other functionality

All models except
 852-013
  852-112 Notes:
(Relay 6)  852-113 Model 852-338 has additional options of or
852Plus (external)



Only on models

  852-118 Notes
(Relay 7)  852-218 Model 852-338 has additional options of or
852-318

852-338


Only on models

  852-118 Notes
(Relay 8)  852-218 Model 852-338 has additional options of or
852-318

852-338

Note: Where HS2 has been selected on a single winding version, the unit will use winding 1 input.
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7. Entering Modbus or DNP3 Parameters (Password 77)
 Enter password 77 (see separate communications manual for full information)

Remarks
  Serial address number, valid range 0-99

  Toggle between DNP3A, DNP3B or RTU using the up key

 ././. Baud rates, 4800, 9600 or 57,600, use up key to toggle
  Time period before 852 returns to local control, valid range 1-90 mins
Press save key to save and exit or Shift plus Abort keys to abort.
NOTE:
The 852-xxx has a communications buffer transmit limit of 28 items when in ASCII mode, or 40 when in RTU
mode.
7.1 Ashridge PC setup & configuration Software
In order to access the data logs, a RS485 to USB convertor and software is required. This is available as a package
from Ashridge Engineering Ltd. For price and availability, please contact sales@ash-eng.co.uk or call 01837 53381.
See section 14 for details
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8. Relay Test and Commissioning
This mode simulates a rising and falling temperature to allow the user to observe correct operation of the relays.
The 852-xxx will de-energise all relays and the display will commence at 0C .This will subsequently ramp up at
approximately 1C per second (pressing and holding the up key will increase this to 4C per second). To
temporarily halt the rising temperature, press and hold the enter key (). The relay timers remain operational.
This allows the user to observe the relays switching on at their precise set values. Press and release the enter key
() to resume test, or shift and abort to abort the test.
When the temperature reaches 200C the temperature will decrease at approximately 1C per second (pressing
and holding the down key (shift key + up key) will increase the rate to 4C per second). This allows the user to
observe the relays switching off at their set values (to temporarily halt the falling temperature press and release
the enter key (), press and release again to resume or shift and abort to abort. The unit will reset to normal
operation when 0°C is reached.
Note:
a) Press and release the enter key () to pause. Press and release to resume.
b) No key actions for 10minutes, unit returns to normal mode.
c) Press shift + save to abort
d) Analogue output 1 follows the indicated temperature (Analogue output 2 continues indicating Top Oil or
CT as set by user).
e) Watchdog relay will re-energise whilst in this mode.
f) When ‘Pt100 Fault’ is enabled, this inhibits the display from showing the rising/falling temperature and
Pump relay remains energised. Fan, Alarm and Trip relays are also inhibited.
Commissioning
1. Correctly set the ONAN and OFAF conditions under password 66 (67, 68, 69) and save.
2. Ensure steady Top Oil temperature, either using Pt100 Simulator or by hot bath technique with
temperature below Fan and Pump switch ON point.
3. Simulate a CT input for ONAN (Naturally Cooled) load, this should be confirmed by pressing the CT
(Amps) key. The Hot-Spot temperature will now indicate the Top oil temperature, plus the offset used for
the ONAN setting.
Note: Where the TLag has been used this will add an exponential timer and the Hot-Spot temperature will
take up to 25 minutes to stabilise.
4. Ensure steady Top Oil temperature, either using Pt100 Simulator or by hot bath technique with
temperature above Fan and Pump switch ON point or manually switch on fans and pumps. At this point it
is important to ensure that the Digital inputs are working correctly (see description 1.3).
5. Simulate a CT input for full load, this should be confirmed by pressing the CT (Amps) key. This Hot-Spot
temperature will now indicate the Top Oil temperature, plus the offset used for the OFAF full load
settings.
Note 1:
Where the T-Lag has been used this will add an exponential timer and the Hot-Spot temperature will take up to
25 minutes to stabilise. To speed up the process reduce the T-Lag to zero for commissioning and return to the
normal value on completion of the commissioning process.
Note 2:
The 852-xxx will remain on the ONAN gradient until the digital inputs are operating correctly (see description 1.3).
For your guidance: On completion of commissioning, the Tlag setting should be set at between 5 and 8 minutes,
depending on size of transformer, as this allows the 852-xxx to accurately represent the thermal dynamics of the
transformer.
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9. Maintenance
There are no user serviceable parts in the 852-xxx units. However, it is recommended that the calibration of the
CT input and the PT100 inputs are checked on an annual basis. Where operational requirements prohibits this
scheduling, then calibration may be conducted at 6 yearly intervals.
Note:
Before working on or conducting any calibration checks on the 852-xxx, it is the responsibility of the engineer
responsible to ensure that all site safety and industry specific regulations are in place before proceeding.
1. To check Pt100 inputs, use the Ashridge Pt100 Simulator:
a) Ensure that no CT current is flowing in the 852-xxx and that the Top Oil and the Hot Spot temperature
are identical before proceeding.
b) Remove the 3 wires from terminals 8, 9 & 10 and replace with simulator wires, ensuring correct
colours are in appropriate terminals.
c) Check each of the calibration points of the simulator against the digital indication. The tolerance
should be +/- 1C (but no more than +/- 2C after extended period of use).
2. To check the CT input:
a) Ensure that the CT shorting links are in place before proceeding
b) Remove the 2 wires from terminals 1 & 2 and replace with current injection wires
c) Inject 2.5A ac into the CT input and press and hold the CT Amps key to view the calibration. Tolerance
should be +/- 2% of F.S.D., i.e. 2.5A +/- 0.1Amps(for 5A CT ) (but no more than +/- 0.2A ac after
extended period of use).
d) Inject 5A ac into the CT input and press and hold the CT Amps key to view the calibration. Tolerance
should be +/- 2% of F.S.D., i.e. 5A +/- 0.1Amps (but no more than +/- 0.2A ac after extended period of
use).
Where calibrations are outside the above tolerances, please return the unit to Ashridge Engineering Ltd
for recalibration or contact our service team for further information.
3. Check and reset the clock/calendar/day (1=Monday) as necessary – see section11.5 for this procedure)
10. Error and Alarm messages
 CT current is more than 50% above set range

Alternates
 & Pt 100 fault, i.e. Open or short circuit on Pt100 circuitry

 Press up key to return to defaults
 Press up key to return to defaults
 Press up key to return to defaults
 Isolated input section failure

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11. Procedural Flowcharts

11.1 Entering a password

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11.2 Retrieving Information

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11.3 Setting Day, Date and Time

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11.4 Auto-Cool (password 141)

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11.5 Alarm Type Teach Mode (password 202)

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11.6 CT Training Mode (password 101)

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12. 852-xxx Record Sheet 1

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13. 852-xxx Record Sheet 2
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14.

Default Settings
Relay Settings
De-bounce time
Default Default Default
(Max 60 Seconds)
Alarm Hotspot 90C Rising 85C Falling 3 seconds
Pump Hotspot 75C Rising 55C Falling 3 seconds
Fan Hotspot 75C Rising 55C Falling 3 seconds
Trip Hotspot 120C Rising 115C Falling 6 seconds
Cool Fail Cool F
Cool (option password 1712) 75C Rising 55C Falling 3 seconds
Relay Strap Settings

Watchdog Alarm Trip Pump Fan Cool Fail
N/O N/C N/O N/C N/O N/C N/O N/C N/O N/C N/O N/C

     
General Settings (Password 66)

Details Default
Grad User enters number of gradients required (1, 2 or 3) (2 gradient shown) 2
ONAN (Thermal image offset in C, range 0-200C) 15C
CT amps (For the ONAN offset in amps) 2.500 Amps
ONAN 'H' 1.0
ONAN 'y' 1.6
OFAF (Thermal image offset in C, range 0-200C) 17C
CT amps (For the OFAF offset in amps) 5.00 Amps
OFAF 'H' 1.0
OFAF 'y' 1.6
Transfer time (ONAN to OFAF and visa versa) 480 Seconds
Tlag (Thermal lag time: Default 8 mins, for commissioning set to 0) 0
Toggles ONAN or Step ONAN
(If Step then next Step = Thresh) 2.500 Amps
Time for Pump to remain active 90 Minutes
Rolling Average 2
O/p 1 (Use up key to toggle between 4-20, 0-10, 0-20mA) 4-20 mA
Range (0-200, 0-150, 30-150 0-180C) 0-200
O/p 2 (Use up key to toggle between T/Oil or CT) T/Oil
O/p 2 (Use up key to toggle between 4-20, 0-10, 0-20mA) 4-20 mA
Toggles Contact, CT or None Contact
Delay before cool fail message 2 Minutes
3 Gradient (selected from Password 66) Modbus Settings (Password 77) CT Teach Mode (Password 202)
OFAN 16C Address 1 P 0
CT Amps 3.75 Net RTU F 0
H 1.0 Band Rate 9600
y 1.6 Delay 30 mins
Auto Cool Mode Type 1 Type 2 Type 3

 Off Dev F 10 Df1 10 Df1 10
 1 Dev P 10 Df2 25 Df2 25
 7 Delay 2 Dev P 10 Dp1 10
 10 Delay 2 Dp2 25
(Day) 1 Delay 3
(Hr) 10
(Min) 0
(Off/FnP/P) Off
( C) 10C
(Secs) 20s
Fan & Pump Fail Safe Mode (password 33) Normal

Password Visibility (password303) Hide
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15. Ashridge Engineering 852 Series PC Setup & Configuration Software
Ashridge Engineering Limited provide a configuration software utility which can be used to connect to any 852
Series WTI / OTI by using MODBUS to read and edit parameter settings.
The software can also provide a download of the settings in TEXT format for incorporating in documentation.
To use the software with a PC the Ashridge USB to RS485 configuration lead will need to be purchased. This is
supplied as a set with the program and user manuals provided on a USB memory stick. The configuration
software also contains a utility to enable download of the logs from the 852 memory.
Two versions of the 852 series are now available:

1 The first has a USB socket on the front fascia, which provides a fully isolated interface for
configuration.
2 The second requires either a non-isolated or isolated interconnection leads via the RS485 terminal
block connections to enable configuration via USB.
a. The two versions of the USB to RS485 leads, the standard non-isolated version or the higher cost
fully isolated version, please contact sales@ash-eng.co.uk for further details.
b. The non-isolated version requires the user to ensure the PC used is not connected to the same
potential as the analogue output of the 852 (this can easily be achieved by removing the
analogue output leads whilst commissioning the unit and replacing them when complete), whilst
the fully isolated version does not have this requirement.
New for 2013:

A further option available after May 2013 is the provision of a USB directly on the fascia of the 852 series. This
option allows the user to download the software and use a standard USB ‘A’ plug to USB ‘B’ plug between a PC
and the unit to be configured and provides a fully isolated interface.
For your copy of the latest version of this software please contact support@ash-eng.co.uk
Notes:
1 It must be noted that when the USB is plugged into a PC the RS485 interface will be automatically
disabled while the 852 is being configured and until the USB plug is removed.
2 To enable configuration: The 852 must be set in Modbus RTU mode at 57,600 Baud rate. This is easily
set under password 77 (see section 6). When configuration is complete the user should return the
unit to the communication protocol mode and baud rate required.
Install USB convertor before installing the software utility and device drivers as necessary either from the USB
stick, which is part of the utility package or by downloading the version from www.ftdi.com. The package also
contains an auto-installation package covering both 32 and 64 bit Windows OS.
After installing the USB convertor use Windows ‘device manager’ to locate the Com port allocated to the USB to
RS485 convertor and enter in the appropriate box on the software utility together with the appropriate baud rate.
To enable configuration: The 852 must be set in Modbus RTU mode at 57,600 Baud rate. This is easily set under
password 77 (see section 6) using the fascia keypad. When configuration is complete the user should return the
unit to the communication protocol mode and baud rate required.
Screenshots and sample data are shown below using PC software version 1.8.1 20/05/2013 for illustration:

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New from May 2013 for USB version

852 series with USB socket
Standard USB ‘A’ plug to on fascia
USB ‘B’ plug

(Fully isolated version)

852 series
Standard USB to RS485 convertor
Use this version where there is isolation Connect to
between devices terminals A, B &
Gnd on the RS485
port

Isolated USB to RS485 convertor
852 series
Use this version where there is a possibility of multiple
earth connectivity
Connect to
terminals A, B &
Gnd on the RS485
port

The configuration settings can also be saved to a text file ready for importing into other Relay Settings Sheets.

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Hot Spot Gradient Algorithm Conforms to IEC 354

What’s new in the V5242E (Mod b): 4

1. Auto Cool (6.12)

2. Teach mode (6.13)

3. Ramp mode (8.0)

5. Expired life (6.8)

6. Data logs (6.7)

7. Ashridge PC setup & configuration software (14)

8. Firmware and hardware version (6)

10. Defaults (6.3)

1.1 Normal Operation

temperatures or winding currents. Select

hottest winding Peak temp

current (note the ‘A’ LED is now illuminated). Select

Tap changer Fans

hottest winding Relay

one of the other temperatures to display. Pump

hottest winding Cool

the last time reset. Pump

 Hot Spot =  top-oil + H gr Ky

Relative Thermal Ageing Rate

1.3 Loss of life calculation

1.5 Cool Fail, Pump and Fan Monitoring

Alternatively ‘none’ may be selected where there is no feedback required.

1.6 Essential Setup information

4.1 Electrical Wiring

DETAIL OF CONNECTION TO INTERMEDIATE

CT1 (ENSURE CABLE IS ROUTED

CHECKED BY SCALE 1 = 1 (A4 SHEET)

ASHRIDGE ENGINEERING Ltd DRG. No. SHT 1

4.2 Digital input and relay links

b) All other relays energise at their respective operating points.

c) See section for relay settings

4.3 Digital inputs and PT100 inputs

4.5 Digital input and relay links.

4.7 Selection of ‘Digital input’ type

 Select the output type using the up key

Feedback wiring for contact closure from single input:

Feedback wiring for contact closure from two inputs:

Models 852-118. 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338

5.2 Fans and pumps monitored by ct’s

 Select the output type using the up key

Feedback wiring for ct from single input

DIGITAL INPUTS DIGITAL INPUTS

Feedback wiring for ct’s from two inputs:

Models 852-116 & 852-216

Models 852-118. 852-218, 852-318 & 852-338

See section 2 for model functionality

Press the enter () key to go through program loop

c) Hold ‘shift’ & ‘abort’ keys to exit at any time.

6.1 Adjusting Display Brightness

6.2 Setting the Time/Date/Day of week

6.4 Returning the 852 to default settings (Password 3381)

6.5 Password entry mode (Password 303)

Used to hide or display the password. The default condition is hidden

6.7 Data Logs

6.7.1 Password events log (Password 90)

6.7.2 Peak temperature log (Password 91)