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FRONT PANEL COMMANDS

Digital controller with defrost and fans management
XR70CX
1. GENERAL WARNING
1.1 PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MANUAL
 This manual is part of the product and should be kept near the instrument for easy and quick reference. : To display target set point; in programming mode it selects a parameter or confirm an
 The instrument shall not be used for purposes different from those described hereunder. It cannot be
operation.
used as a safety device.
 Check the application limits before proceeding. (DEF) To start a manual defrost
 Dixell Srl reserves the right to change the composition of its products, even without notice, ensuring the
same and unchanged functionality.
(UP): To see the max. stored temperature; in programming mode it browses the parameter
codes or increases the displayed value.
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (DOWN) To see the min stored temperature; in programming mode it browses the parameter
 Check the supply voltage is correct before connecting the instrument. codes or decreases the displayed value.
 Do not expose to water or moisture: use the controller only within the operating limits avoiding sudden
temperature changes with high atmospheric humidity to prevent formation of condensation To switch the instrument off, if onF = oFF.
 Warning: disconnect all electrical connections before any kind of maintenance.
 Fit the probe where it is not accessible by the End User. The instrument must not be opened. To switch the light, if oA3 = Lig.
 In case of failure or faulty operation send the instrument back to the distributor or to “Dixell S.r.l.” (see KEY COMBINATIONS:
address) with a detailed description of the fault.
 Consider the maximum current which can be applied to each relay (see Technical Data). +  To lock & unlock the keyboard.
 Ensure that the wires for probes, loads and the power supply are separated and far enough from each
other, without crossing or intertwining. + To enter in programming mode.
 In case of applications in industrial environments, the use of mains filters (our mod. FT1) in parallel with + To return to the room temperature display.
inductive loads could be useful.
4.1 USE OF LEDS
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Model XR70CX, format 32 x 74 mm, is microprocessor based controller, suitable for applications on Each LED function is described in the following table.
medium or low temperature ventilated refrigerating units. It has four relay outputs to control
LED MODE FUNCTION
compressor, fan, and defrost, which can be either electrical or reverse cycle (hot gas). The last one
ON Compressor enabled
can be used as light, for alarm signalling or as auxiliary output. It’s provided with a Real Time Clock
which allows programming of up to 6 daily defrost cycles, divided into holidays and workdays. A “Day Flashing Anti-short cycle delay enabled
and Night” function with two different set points is fitted for energy saving. It is also provided with up
ON Defrost enabled
to four NTC or PTC probe inputs, the first one for temperature control, the second one, to be located
onto the evaporator, to control the defrost termination temperature and to managed the fan. The Flashing Drip time in progress
digital input can operate as third temperature probe. The fourth one, to connect to the HOT KEY ON Fans enabled
terminals is used to signal the condenser temperature alarm or to display a temperature..
The HOT KEY output allows to connect the unit, by means of the external module XJ485-CX, to a Flashing Fans delay after defrost in progress.
network line ModBUS-RTU compatible such as the Dixell monitoring units of X-WEB family. It allows ON An alarm is occurring
to program the controller by means the HOT KEY programming keyboard.
ON Continuous cycle is running
The instrument is fully configurable through special parameters that can be easily programmed
through the keyboard. ON Energy saving enabled
3. CONTROLLING LOADS ON Light on
3.1 COMPRESSOR ON Auxiliary relay on
Temper. °C/°F ON Measurement unit
The regulation is performed according
°C/°F Flashing Programming phase
to the temperature measured by the
thermostat probe with a positive 5. MAX & MIN TEMPERATURE MEMORIZATION
SET
differential from the set point: if the 5.1 HOW TO SEE THE MIN TEMPERATURE
temperature increases and reaches set
point plus differential the compressor is
Time 1. Press and release the n key.
started and then turned off when the Compr. 2. The “Lo” message will be displayed followed by the minimum temperature recorded.
temperature reaches the set point value ON 3. By pressing the n key again or by waiting 5s the normal display will be restored.
again. 5.2 HOW TO SEE THE MAX TEMPERATURE
In case of fault in the thermostat probe the start and stop of the compressor are timed through 1. Press and release the o key.
parameters “COn” and “COF”.
2. The “Hi” message will be displayed followed by the maximum temperature recorded.
3.2 DEFROST 3. By pressing the o key again or by waiting 5s the normal display will be restored.
Two defrost modes are available through the “tdF” parameter: defrost through electrical heater (tdF 5.3 HOW TO RESET THE MAX AND MIN TEMPERATURE RECORDED
= EL) and hot gas defrost (tdF = in). The defrost interval is controlled by means of parameter “EdF”:
- with EdF=in the defrost is made every “IdF” time, 1. Hold press the SET key for more than 3s, while the max. or min temperature is displayed. (rSt
- with EdF = “rtc”, the defrost is made in real time depending on the hours set in the parameters message will be displayed)
Ld1..Ld6 on workdays and in Sd1…Sd6 in holidays; 2. To confirm the operation the “rSt” message starts blinking and the normal temperature will be
Other parameters are used to control defrost cycles: its maximum length (MdF) and two defrost displayed.
modes: timed or controlled by the evaporator’s probe (P2P). 6. MAIN FUNCTIONS
At the end of defrost dripping time is started, its length is set in the Fdt parameter. With Fdt =0 the 6.1 TO SET THE CURRENT TIME AND DAY
dripping time is disabled.
When the instrument is switched on, it’s necessary to program the time and day.
3.3 CONTROL OF EVAPORATOR FANS 1. Enter the Pr1 programming menu, by pushing the SET + n keys for 3s.
The fan control mode is selected by means of the “FnC” parameter: 2. The rtc parameter is displayed. Push the SET key to enter the real time clock menu.
FnC = C_n: fans will switch ON and OFF with the compressor and not run during defrost; 3. The Hur (hour) parameter is displayed.
FnC = o_n fans will run even if the compressor is off, and not run during defrost; 4. Push the SET and set current hour by the UP and Down keys, then push SET to
After defrost, there is a timed fan delay allowing for drip time, set by means of the “Fnd” parameter. confirm the value.
FnC = C_Y fans will switch ON and OFF with the compressor and run during defrost; 5. Repeat the same operations on the Min (minutes) and dAy (day) parameters.
FnC = o_Y fans will run continuously also during defrost To exit: Push SET+UP keys or wait for 15 secs without pushing any keys.
An additional parameter “FSt” provides the setting of temperature, detected by the evaporator probe, 6.2 HOW TO SEE THE SETPOINT
above which the fans are always OFF. This is used to make sure circulation of air only if his
1. Push and immediately release the SET key: the display will show the Set point
temperature is lower than set in “FSt”.
value;
3.3.1 Forced activation of fans
2. Push and immediately release the SET key or wait for 5 seconds to
This function managed by the Fct parameter is designed to avoid short cycles of fans, that could
display the probe value again.
happen when the controller is switched on or after a defrost, when the room air warms the
evaporator. Functioning: if the difference of temperature between the evaporator and the room 6.3 HOW TO CHANGE THE SETPOINT
probes is more than the value of the Fct parameter, the fans are switched on. With Fct=0 the function 1. Push the SET key for more than 2 seconds to change the Set point value;
is disabled. 2. The value of the set point will be displayed and the “°C” or “°F” LED starts blinking;
3.3.2 Cyclical activation of the fans with compressor off 3. To change the Set value push the o or n arrows within 10s.
When Fnc = c-n or c-Y (fans in parallel to the compressor), by means of the Fon and FoF 4. To memorise the new set point value push the SET key again or wait 10s.
parameters the fans can carry out on and off cycles even if the compressor is switched off. When the
compressor is stopped the fans go on working for the Fon time. With Fon =0 the fans remain always 6.4 HOW TO START A MANUAL DEFROST
off, when the compressor is off. Push the DEF key for more than 2 seconds and a manual defrost will start.

6.5 HOW TO CHANGE A PARAMETER VALUE

To change the parameter’s value operate as follows:
1. Enter the Programming mode by pressing the Set + n keys for 3s (the “°C” or “°F” LED starts
blinking).
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2. Select the required parameter. Press the “SET” key to display its value rEd X- REP display (optional): (P1; P2, P3, P4, SET, dtr): it selects which probe is displayed by
3. Use “UP” or “DOWN” to change its value. X- REP: P1 = Thermostat probe; P2 = Evaporator probe; P3 = Third probe(only for model with
4. Press “SET” to store the new value and move to the following parameter. this option enabled); P4 = Fourth probe, SET = set point; dtr = percentage of visualization.
To exit: Press SET + UP or wait 15s without pressing a key. dLy Display delay: (0 ÷20.0m; risul. 10s) when the temperature increases, the display is updated
NOTE: the set value is stored even when the procedure is exited by waiting the time-out to expire. of 1 °C/1°F after this time.
6.6 THE HIDDEN MENU dtr Percentage of the second and first probe for visualization when Lod = dtr (0÷100; 100 =
P1, 0 = P2 ): if Lod = dtr it allows to set the visualization according to the percentage of the
The hidden menu Includes all the parameters of the instrument. first and second probe, as for the following formula (dtr(P1-P2)/100 + P2).
6.6.1 HOW TO ENTER THE HIDDEN MENU
DEFROST
1. Enter the Programming mode by pressing the Set + n keys for 3s (the “°C” or “°F” LED starts
blinking). EdF Defrost mode:
2. Released the keys, then push again the Set+n keys for more than 7s. The Pr2 label will be rtc = Real Time Clock mode. Defrost time follows Ld1÷Ld6 parameters on workdays and
displayed immediately followed from the HY parameter. Sd1÷Sd6 on holidays.
NOW YOU ARE IN THE HIDDEN MENU. in = interval mode. The defrost starts when the time “Idf” is expired.
3. Select the required parameter. dFP Probe selection for defrost termination: nP = no probe; P1 =thermostat probe; P2 =
4. Press the “SET” key to display its value evaporator probe; P3 =configurable probe; P4 = Probe on Hot Key plug.
5. Use o or n to change its value. tdF Defrost type: EL = electrical heater; in = hot gas
6. Press “SET” to store the new value and move to the following parameter. dtE Defrost termination temperature: (-50÷50 °C/
-58÷122°F) (Enabled only when EdF=Pb) sets the temperature measured by the evaporator
To exit: Press SET + o or wait 15s without pressing a key.
probe, which causes the end of defrost.
NOTE1: if none parameter is present in Pr1, after 3s the “noP” message is displayed. Keep the keys
IdF Interval between defrost cycles: (0÷120h) Determines the time interval between the
pushed till the Pr2 message is displayed.
beginning of two defrost cycles.
NOTE2: the set value is stored even when the procedure is exited by waiting the time-out to expire.
MdF (Maximum) length for defrost: (0÷255min) When P2P = n, (not evaporator probe: timed
6.6.2 HOW TO MOVE A PARAMETER FROM THE HIDDEN MENU TO THE
defrost) it sets the defrost duration, when P2P = y (defrost end based on temperature) it sets
FIRST LEVEL AND VICEVERSA
the maximum length for defrost.
Each parameter present in the HIDDEN MENU can be removed or put into “THE FIRST LEVEL”
dSd Start defrost delay: ( 0÷99min) This is useful when different defrost start times are necessary
(user level) by pressing “SET + n”. to avoid overloading the plant.
In HIDDEN MENU when a parameter is present in First Level the decimal point is on. dFd Temperature displayed during defrost: (rt = real temperature; it = temperature at defrost
6.7 HOW TO LOCK THE KEYBOARD start; SEt = set point; dEF = “dEF” label)
1. Keep pressed for more than 3 s the UP + DOWN keys. dAd MAX display delay after defrost: (0÷255min). Sets the maximum time between the end of
defrost and the restarting of the real room temperature display.
2. The “POF” message will be displayed and the keyboard will be locked. At this point it will be
possible only to see the set point or the MAX o Min temperature stored Fdt Drip time: (0120 min) time interval between reaching defrost termination temperature and the
restoring of the control’s normal operation. This time allows the evaporator to eliminate water
3. If a key is pressed more than 3s the “POF” message will be displayed.
drops that might have formed due to defrost.
6.8 TO UNLOCK THE KEYBOARD dPo First defrost after start-up: (y = immediately; n = after the IdF time)
Keep pressed together for more than 3s the o and n keys, till the “Pon” message will be dAF Defrost delay after continuous cycle: (023.5h) time interval between the end of the fast
displayed. freezing cycle and the following defrost related to it.
6.9 THE CONTINUOUS CYCLE FANS
When defrost is not in progress, it can be activated by holding the “o” key pressed for about 3 FnC Fans operating mode: C-n= runs with the compressor, OFF during defrost;
seconds. The compressor operates to maintain the “ccS” set point for the time set through the “CCt” o-n = continuous mode, OFF during defrost;
parameter. The cycle can be terminated before the end of the set time using the same activation key C-Y = runs with the compressor, ON during defrost;
o-Y = continuous mode, ON during defrost;
“o” for 3 seconds.
Fnd Fans delay after defrost: (0÷255min) Interval between end of defrost and evaporator fans
6.10 THE ON/OFF FUNCTION start.
With “onF = oFF”, pushing the ON/OFF key, the instrument is switched off. The “OFF” Fct Temperature differential avoiding short cycles of fans (0÷59°C; Fct=0 function disabled). If
message is displayed. In this configuration, the regulation is disabled. the difference of temperature between the evaporator and the room probes is more than the
To switch the instrument on, push again the ON/OFF key. value of the Fct parameter, the fans are switched on.
WARNING: Loads connected to the normally closed contacts of the relays are always FSt Fans stop temperature: (-50÷50°C/122°F) setting of temperature, detected by evaporator
supplied and under voltage, even if the instrument is in stand by mode. probe, above which fans are always OFF.
7. PARAMETERS Fon Fan ON time: (0÷15 min) with Fnc = C_n or C_y, (fan activated in parallel with compressor). it
rtc Real time clock menu: to set the time and date and defrost start time. sets the evaporator fan ON cycling time when the compressor is off. With Fon =0 and FoF ≠ 0
the fan are always off, with Fon=0 and FoF =0 the fan are always off.
REGULATION FoF Fan OFF time: (0÷15 min) with Fnc = C_n or C_y, (fan activated in parallel with compressor). it
Hy Differential: (0,1 ÷ 25,5°C / 1÷255 °F) Intervention differential for set point. Compressor Cut IN sets the evaporator fan off cycling time when the compressor is off. With Fon =0 and FoF ≠ 0
is Set Point + differential (Hy). Compressor Cut OUT is when the temperature reaches the set the fan are always off, with Fon=0 and FoF =0 the fan are always off.
point. FAP Probe selection for fan management: nP = no probe; P1 =thermostat probe; P2 = evaporator
LS Minimum set point: (- 50°C÷SET/-58°F÷SET): Sets the minimum value for the set point. probe; P3 =configurable probe; P4 = Probe on Hot Key plug.
US Maximum set point: (SET÷110°C/ SET÷230°F). Set the maximum value for set point. ALARMS
Ot Thermostat probe calibration: (-12.0÷12.0°C; -120÷120°F) allows to adjust possible offset of
the thermostat probe. ALC Temperature alarms configuration: (Ab; rE)
P2P Evaporator probe presence: n= not present: the defrost stops by time; y= present: the defrost Ab= absolute temperature: alarm temperature is given by the ALL or ALU values. rE =
stops by temperature. temperature alarms are referred to the set point. Temperature alarm is enabled when the
OE Evaporator probe calibration: (-12.0÷12.0°C; -120÷120°F). allows to adjust possible offset of temperature exceeds the “SET+ALU” or “SET-ALL” values.
the evaporator probe. ALU MAXIMUM temperature alarm: (SET÷110°C; SET÷230°F) when this temperature is reached
P3P Third probe presence (P3): n= not present:, the terminal operates as digital input.; y= the alarm is enabled, after the “ALd” delay time.
present:, the terminal operates as third probe. ALL Minimum temperature alarm: (-50.0 ÷ SET°C; -58÷230°F when this temperature is reached
O3 Third probe calibration (P3): (-12.0÷12.0°C; -120÷120°F). allows to adjust possible offset of the alarm is enabled, after the “ALd” delay time.
the third probe. AFH Differential for temperature alarm/ fan recovery: (0,1÷25,5°C; 1÷45°F) Intervention
P4P Fourth probe presence: (n = Not present; y = present). differential for recovery of temperature alarm. It’s also used for the restart of the fan when the
FSt temperature is reached
o4 Fourth probe calibration: (-12.012.0°C) allows to adjust possible offset of the fourth probe.
ALd Temperature alarm delay: (0÷255 min) time interval between the detection of an alarm
OdS Outputs activation delay at start up: (0÷255min) This function is enabled at the initial start up
condition and alarm signalling.
of the instrument and inhibits any output activation for the period of time set in the parameter.
dAO Exclusion of temperature alarm at startup: (from 0.0 min to 23.5h) time interval between the
AC Anti-short cycle delay: (0÷50 min) minimum interval between the compressor stop and the
detection of the temperature alarm condition after instrument power on and alarm signalling.
following restart.
rtr Percentage of the second and first probe for regulation (0÷100; 100 = P1, 0 = P2 ): it CONDENSER TEMPERATURE ALARM
allows to set the regulation according to the percentage of the first and second probe, as for the AP2 Probe selection for temperature alarm of condenser: nP = no probe; P1 =thermostat probe;
following formula (rtr(P1-P2)/100 + P2). P2 = evaporator probe; P3 =configurable probe; P4 = Probe on Hot Key plug.
CCt Compressor ON time during continuous cycle: (0.0÷24.0h; res. 10min) Allows to set the AL2 Low temperature alarm of condenser: (-55÷150°C) when this temperature is reached the
length of the continuous cycle: compressor stays on without interruption for the CCt time. Can be LA2 alarm is signalled, possibly after the Ad2 delay.
used, for instance, when the room is filled with new products. Au2 High temperature alarm of condenser: (-55÷150°C) when this temperature is reached the
CCS Set point for continuous cycle: (-50÷150°C) it sets the set point used during the continuous HA2 alarm is signalled, possibly after the Ad2 delay.
cycle. AH2 Differential for temperature condenser alarm recovery: (0,1÷25,5°C; 1÷45°F)
COn Compressor ON time with faulty probe: (0÷255 min) time during which the compressor is Ad2 Condenser temperature alarm delay: (0÷255 min) time interval between the detection of the
active in case of faulty thermostat probe. With COn=0 compressor is always OFF. condenser alarm condition and alarm signalling.
COF Compressor OFF time with faulty probe: (0÷255 min) time during which the compressor is dA2 Condenser temperature alarm exclusion at start up: (from 0.0 min to 23.5h, res. 10min)
OFF in case of faulty thermostat probe. With COF=0 compressor is always active. bLL Compressor off with low temperature alarm of condenser: n = no: compressor keeps on
DISPLAY working; Y = yes, compressor is switched off till the alarm is present, in any case regulation
restarts after AC time at minimum.
CF Temperature measurement unit: °C=Celsius; °F=Fahrenheit. WARNING: When the
AC2 Compressor off with high temperature alarm of condenser: n = no: compressor keeps on
measurement unit is changed the SET point and the values of the parameters Hy, LS, US, Ot,
working; Y = yes, compressor is switched off till the alarm is present, in any case regulation
ALU and ALL have to be checked and modified if necessary).
restarts after AC time at minimum.
rES Resolution (for °C): (in = 1°C; dE = 0.1 °C) allows decimal point display.
Lod Instrument display: (P1; P2, P3, P4, SET, dtr): it selects which probe is displayed by the FOURTH RELAY
instrument: P1 = Thermostat probe; P2 = Evaporator probe; P3 = Third probe(only for model tbA Alarm relay silencing (with oA3=ALr):
with this option enabled); P4 = Fourth probe, SET = set point; dtr = percentage of n= silencing disabled: alarm relay stays on till alarm condition lasts,
visualization. y =silencing enabled: alarm relay is switched OFF by pressing a key during an alarm

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oA3 Fourth relay configuration: ALr: alarm; Lig: light; AuS: Auxiliary relay; onF: always on with 8.5 START DEFROST (I1F = DFR)
instrument on; db = do not select it; dEF: do not select it!.; FAn: do not select it!.; dF2: do not
select it. It starts a defrost if there are the right conditions. After the defrost is finished, the normal regulation
AoP Alarm relay polarity: it set if the alarm relay is open or closed when an alarm happens. CL= will restart only if the digital input is disabled otherwise the instrument will wait until the “MdF” safety
terminals 1-2 closed during an alarm; oP = terminals 1-2 open during an alarm time is expired.
DIGITAL INPUT 8.6 INVERSION OF THE KIND OF ACTION: HEATING-COOLING (I1F = HTR)
i1P Digital input polarity: oP: the digital input is activated by opening the contact; CL: the digital This function allows to invert the regulation of the controller: from cooling to heating and viceversa.
input is activated by closing the contact. 8.7 ENERGY SAVING (I1F = ES)
i1F Digital input configuration: EAL = external alarm: “EA” message is displayed; bAL = serious
The Energy Saving function allows to change the set point value as the result of the SET+ HES
alarm “CA” message is displayed. PAL = pressure switch alarm, “CA” message is displayed;
(parameter) sum. This function is enabled until the digital input is activated.
dor = door switch function; dEF = activation of a defrost cycle; AUS =not enabled; Htr = kind of
action inversion (cooling – heating); FAn = not set it; ES = Energy saving. 8.8 DIGITAL INPUTS POLARITY
did: (0255 min) with i1F= EAL or i1F = bAL digital input alarm delay: delay between the The digital input polarity depends on the “i1P” parameter.
detection of the external alarm condition and its signalling. i1P=CL: the input is activated by closing the contact.
with i1F= dor: door open signalling delay i1P=OP: the input is activated by opening the contact
with i1F = PAL: time for pressure switch function: time interval to calculate the number of 9. TTL SERIAL LINE – FOR MONITORING SYSTEMS
the pressure switch activation. The TTL serial line, available through the HOT KEY connector, allows by means of the external
nPS Pressure switch number: (0 15) Number of activation of the pressure switch, during the “did” TTL/RS485 converter, XJ485-CX, to connect the instrument to a monitoring system ModBUS-RTU
interval, before signalling the alarm event (I2F= PAL). compatible such as the X-WEB500/3000/300.
If the nPS activation in the did time is reached, switch off and on the instrument to
restart normal regulation. 10. X-REP OUTPUT – OPTIONAL
odc Compressor and fan status when open door: no = normal; Fan = Fan OFF; CPr = As optional, an X-REP can be connected to the instrument, trough the HOY KEY connector. The X-
Compressor OFF; F_C = Compressor and fan OFF. REP output EXCLUDES the serial connection.
rrd Outputs restart after doA alarm: no = outputs not affected by the doA alarm; yES = outputs To connect the X-REP to the instrument the following
restart with the doA alarm; connectors must be used CAB-51F(1m), CAB-
HES Temperature increase during the Energy Saving cycle : (-30,0°C30,0°C/-22÷86°F) it sets 52F(2m), CAB-55F(5m),
the increasing value of the set point during the Energy Saving cycle. 11. INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING
TO SET CURRENT TIME AND WEEKLY HOLIDAYS Instrument XR70CX shall be mounted on vertical panel, in a
29x71 mm hole, and fixed using the special bracket supplied.
Hur Current hour (0 ÷ 23 h)
Min Current minute (0 ÷ 59min) The temperature range allowed for correct operation is 060 °C.
dAY Current day (Sun ÷ SAt) Avoid places subject to strong vibrations, corrosive gases,
Hd1 First weekly holiday (Sun ÷ nu) Set the first day of the week which follows the holiday excessive dirt or humidity. The same recommendations apply to
times. probes. Let air circulate by the cooling holes.
Hd2 Second weekly holiday (Sun ÷ nu) Set the second day of the week which follows the 12. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
holiday times. The instrument is provided with screw terminal block to connect cables with a cross section up to 2,5
N.B. Hd1,Hd2 can be set also as “nu” value (Not Used). mm2. Before connecting cables make sure the power supply complies with the instrument’s
TO SET ENERGY SAVING TIMES requirements. Separate the probe cables from the power supply cables, from the outputs and the
ILE Energy Saving cycle start during workdays: (0 ÷ 23h 50 min.) During the Energy Saving power connections. Do not exceed the maximum current allowed on each relay, in case of heavier
cycle the set point is increased by the value in HES so that the operation set point is SET + loads use a suitable external relay.
HES. 12.1 PROBE CONNECTION
dLE Energy Saving cycle length during workdays: (0 ÷ 24h 00 min.) Sets the duration of the The probes shall be mounted with the bulb upwards to prevent damages due to casual liquid
Energy Saving cycle on workdays. infiltration. It is recommended to place the thermostat probe away from air streams to correctly
ISE Energy Saving cycle start on holidays. (0 ÷ 23h 50 min.) measure the average room temperature. Place the defrost termination probe among the evaporator
dSE Energy Saving cycle length on holidays (0 ÷ 24h 00 min.) fins in the coldest place, where most ice is formed, far from heaters or from the warmest place during
TO SET DEFROST TIMES defrost, to prevent premature defrost termination.
Ld1÷Ld6 Workday defrost start (0 ÷ 23h 50 min.) These parameters set the beginning of the 6 13. HOW TO USE THE HOT KEY
programmable defrost cycles during workdays. Ex. When Ld2 = 12.4 the second defrost starts
13.1 HOW TO PROGRAM A HOT KEY FROM THE INSTRUMENT (UPLOAD)
at 12.40 during workdays.
Sd1÷Sd6 Holiday defrost start (0 ÷ 23h 50 min.) These parameters set the beginning of the 6 1. Program one controller with the front keypad.
programmable defrost cycles on holidays. Ex. When Sd2 = 3.4 the second defrost starts at 2. When the controller is ON, insert the “Hot key” and push o key; the "uPL" message
3.40 on holidays. appears followed a by flashing “End”
N.B. :To disable a defrost cycle set it to “nu”(not used). Ex. If Ld6=nu ; the sixth defrost 3. Push “SET” key and the End will stop flashing.
cycle is disabled 4. Turn OFF the instrument remove the “Hot Key”, then turn it ON again.
OTHER NOTE: the “Err” message is displayed for failed programming. In this case push again o key if you
want to restart the upload again or remove the “Hot key” to abort the operation.
Adr Serial address (1÷244): Identifies the instrument address when connected to a ModBUS
compatible monitoring system. 13.2 HOW TO PROGRAM AN INSTRUMENT USING A HOT KEY
PbC Type of probe: it allows to set the kind of probe used by the instrument: PbC = PBC probe, ntc (DOWNLOAD)
= NTC probe. 1. Turn OFF the instrument.
onF on/off key enabling: nu = disabled; oFF = enabled; ES = not set it. 2. Insert a programmed “Hot Key” into the 5 PIN receptacle and then turn the Controller ON.
dP1 Thermostat probe display 3. Automatically the parameter list of the “Hot Key” is downloaded into the Controller memory,
dP2 Evaporator probe display the “doL” message is blinking followed a by flashing “End”.
dP3 Third probe display- optional. 4. After 10 seconds the instrument will restart working with the new parameters.
dP4 Fourth probe display. 5. Remove the “Hot Key”..
rSE Real set point: it shows the set point used during the energy saving cycle or during the NOTE the message “Err” is displayed for failed programming. In this case turn the unit off and then
continuous cycle. on if you want to restart the download again or remove the “Hot key” to abort the operation.
rEL Software release for internal use.
Ptb Parameter table code: readable only.
14. ALARM SIGNALS
Message Cause Outputs
8. DIGITAL INPUT (ENABLED WITH P3P = N)
“P1” Room probe failure Compressor output acc. to par. “Con” and “COF”
The free voltage digital input is programmable in different configurations by the “i1F” parameter.
“P2” Evaporator probe failure Defrost end is timed
8.1 DOOR SWITCH INPUT (I1F = DOR) “P3” Third probe failure Outputs unchanged
It signals the door status and the corresponding relay output status through the “odc” parameter: no “P4” Fourth probe failure Outputs unchanged
= normal (any change); Fan = Fan OFF; CPr = Compressor OFF; F_C = Compressor and fan OFF. “HA” Maximum temperature alarm Outputs unchanged.
Since the door is opened, after the delay time set through parameter “did”, the door alarm is “LA” Minimum temperature alarm Outputs unchanged.
enabled, the display shows the message “dA” and the regulation restarts is rtr = yES. The alarm
"HA2" Condenser high temperature It depends on the “Ac2” parameter
stops as soon as the external digital input is disabled again. With the door open, the high and low
temperature alarms are disabled. "LA2" Condenser low temperature It depends on the “bLL” parameter
“dA” Door open Compressor and fans restarts
8.2 GENERIC ALARM (I1F = EAL) “EA” External alarm Output unchanged.
As soon as the digital input is activated the unit will wait for “did” time delay before signalling the “CA” Serious external alarm (i1F=bAL) All outputs OFF.
“EAL” alarm message. The outputs status don’t change. The alarm stops just after the digital input is “CA” Pressure switch alarm (i1F=PAL) All outputs OFF
de-activated.
“rtc” Real time clock alarm Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged;
8.3 SERIOUS ALARM MODE (I1F = BAL) Defrosts according to par. “IdF” Set real time clock
When the digital input is activated, the unit will wait for “did” delay before signalling the “CA” alarm has to be set
message. The relay outputs are switched OFF. The alarm will stop as soon as the digital input is de- rtF Real time clock board failure Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged;
activated. Defrosts according to par. “IdF” Contact the
service
8.4 PRESSURE SWITCH (I1F = PAL)
If during the interval time set by “did” parameter, the pressure switch has reached the number of 14.1 ALARM RECOVERY
activation of the “nPS” parameter, the “CA” pressure alarm message will be displayed. The Probe alarms P1”, “P2”, “P3” and “P4” start some seconds after the fault in the related probe; they
compressor and the regulation are stopped. When the digital input is ON the compressor is always automatically stop some seconds after the probe restarts normal operation. Check connections
OFF. If the nPS activation in the did time is reached, switch off and on the instrument to before replacing the probe.
restart normal regulation. Temperature alarms “HA”, “LA” “HA2” and “LA2” automatically stop as soon as the temperature
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 Alarms “EA” and “CA” (with i1F=bAL) recover as soon as the digital input is disabled. Label Name Range °C/° Level
Alarm “CA” (with i1F=PAL) recovers only by switching off and on the instrument. F
14.2 OTHER MESSAGES dSd Start defrost delay 0÷99min 0 Pr2
dFd Displaying during defrost rt, it, SEt, DEF it Pr2
Pon Keyboard unlocked.
dAd MAX display delay after defrost 0 ÷ 255 min 30 Pr2
PoF Keyboard locked
Fdt Draining time 0÷120 min 0 Pr2
noP In programming mode: none parameter is present in Pr1
On the display or in dP2, dP3, dP4: the selected probe is nor enabled dPo First defrost after startup n=after IdF; y=immed. n Pr2
dAF Defrost delay after fast freezing 0 ÷ 23h e 50’ 0.0 Pr2
15. TECHNICAL DATA Fnc Fan operating mode C-n, o-n, C-y, o-Y o-n Pr1
Housing: self extinguishing ABS. Case: XR70CX frontal 32x74 mm; depth 60mm;
Fnd Fan delay after defrost 0÷255min 10 Pr1
Mounting: XR70CX panel mounting in a 71x29mm panel cut-out
Protection: IP20; Frontal protection: XR70CX IP65 Fct Differential of temperature for forced 0÷50°C
10 Pr2
Connections: Screw terminal block  2,5 mm2 wiring. activation of fans
Power supply: according to the model: 12Vac/dc, ±10%; 24Vac/dc, ±10%; 230Vac 10%, FSt Fan stop temperature -50÷50°C/-58÷122°F 2 Pr1
50/60Hz, 110Vac 10%, 50/60Hz Fon Fan on time with compressor off 0÷15 (min.) 0 Pr2
Power absorption: 3VA max FoF Fan off time with compressor off 0÷15 (min.) 0 Pr2
Display: 3 digits, red LED, 14,2 mm high; Inputs: Up to 4 NTC or PTC probes. FAP Probe selection for fan management nP; P1; P2; P3; P4 P2 Pr2
Digital input: free voltage contact ALc Temperat. alarms configuration rE= related to set;
Ab Pr2
Relay outputs: compressor SPST 8(3) A, 250Vac; SPST 16(6)A 250Vac Ab = absolute
defrost: SPDT 8(3) A, 250Vac or SPST 16(6)A 250Vac ALU MAXIMUM temperature alarm Set110.0°C; Set÷230°F 110 Pr1
fan: SPST 5A, 250Vac or SPST 16(6)A 250Vac ALL Minimum temperature alarm -50.0°CSet/ -58°FSet -
aux: SPDT 8(3) A, 250Vac or SPST 16(6)A 250Vac Pr1
50.0
Data storing: on the non-volatile memory (EEPROM). AFH Differential for temperat. alarm recovery (0,1°C÷25,5°C) (1°F÷45°F) 1 Pr2
Internal clock back-up: 24 hours Kind of action: 1B; Pollution grade: 2;Software class: A.; ALd Temperature alarm delay 0  255 min 15 Pr2
Rated impulsive voltage: 2500V; Overvoltage Category: II
dAO Delay of temperature alarm at start up 0  23h e 50’ 1.3 Pr2
Operating temperature: 0÷60 °C; Storage temperature: -25÷60 °C.
Relative humidity: 2085% (no condensing) AP2 Probe for temperat. alarm of condenser nP; P1; P2; P3; P4 P4 Pr2
Measuring and regulation range: NTC probe: -40÷110°C (-40÷230°F); PTC probe: -50÷150°C (- AL2 Condenser for low temperat. alarm (-55 ÷ 150°C) (-67÷ 302°F) -40 Pr2
58÷302°F) AU2 Condenser for high temperat. alarm (-55 ÷ 150°C) (-67÷ 302°F) 110 Pr2
Resolution: 0,1 °C or 1°C or 1 °F (selectable); Accuracy (ambient temp. 25°C): ±0,7 °C ±1 digit. AH2 Differ. for condenser temp. alar. recovery [0,1°C ÷ 25,5°C] [1°F ÷ 45°F] 5 Pr2
16. CONNECTIONS Ad2 Condenser temperature alarm delay 0 ÷ 254 (min.) , 255=nU 15 Pr2
The X-REP output excludes the TTL output.. It’s present in the following codes: dA2 Delay of cond. temper. alarm at start up 0.0 ÷ 23h 50’ 1,3 Pr2
XR70CX- xx2xx, XR70CX –xx3xx; Compr. off for condenser low temperature
n Pr2
bLL alarm n(0) - Y(1)
16.1 XR70CX – 8A OR 16A COMP. RELAY - 120VAC OR 230VAC
Compr. off for condenser high temperature
NOTE: The compressor relay is 8(3)A or n Pr2
AC2 alarm n(0) - Y(1)
16(6)A according to the model.
tbA Alarm relay disabling n=no; y=yes y Pr2
24Vac supply: connect to the terminals 5 and
6. oA3 Fourth relay configuration ALr = alarm; dEF = do not select it;
Lig =Light; AUS =AUX; onF=always
ALr Pr2
on; Fan= do not select it; db = do not
select it; dF2 = do not select it
AoP Alarm relay polarity (oA3=ALr) oP; cL cL Pr2
i1P Digital input polarity oP=opening;CL=closing cL Pr1
i1F Digital input configuration EAL, bAL, PAL, dor; dEF; Htr, AUS dor Pr1
16.2 XR70CX –4 X 16A - 12VAC/DC did Digital input alarm delay 0÷255min 15 Pr1
Nps Number of activation of pressure switch 0 ÷15 15 Pr2
odc Compress and fan status when open door no; Fan; CPr; F_C F-c Pr2
rrd Regulation restart with door open alarm n–Y y Pr2
HES Differential for Energy Saving (-30°C÷30°C) (-54°F÷54°F) 0 Pr2
Hur Current hour 0 ÷ 23 - rtc
Min Current minute 0 ÷ 59 - rtc
dAY Current day Sun ÷ SAt - rtc
Hd1 First weekly holiday Sun÷ SAt – nu nu rtc
Hd2 Second weekly holiday Sun÷ SAt – nu nu rtc
17. DEFAULT SETTING VALUES ILE Energy Saving cycle start during workdays 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. 0 rtc
Label Name Range °C/° Level dLE Energy Saving cycle length during 0 ÷ 24h 00 min. 0 rtc
F workdays
Set Set point LS÷US -5.0 - - - ISE Energy Saving cycle start on holidays 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. 0 rtc
rtc Real time clock menu - - Pr1 dSE Energy Saving cycle length on holidays 0 ÷ 24h 00 min. 0 rtc
Hy Differential 0,125.5°C/ 1 255°F 2.0 Pr1 Ld1 1st workdays defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 6.0 rtc
LS Minimum set point -50°CSET/-58°FSET - Ld2 2nd workdays defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 13.0 rtc
Pr2 Ld3 3rd workdays defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 21.0 rtc
50.0
US Maximum set point SET110°C/ SET  230°F 110 Pr2 Ld4 4th workdays defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 0.0 rtc
Ot Thermostat probe calibration -1212°C /-120120°F 0.0 Pr1 Ld5 5th workdays defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 0.0 rtc
P2P Evaporator probe presence n=not present; Y=pres. Y Pr1 Ld6 6th workdays defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 0.0 rtc
OE Evaporator probe calibration -1212°C /-120120°F 0.0 Pr2 Sd1 1st holiday defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 6.0 rtc
P3P Third probe presence n=not present; Y=pres. n Pr2 Sd2 2 holiday defrost start
nd 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 13.0 rtc
O3 Third probe calibration Sd3 3rd holiday defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 21.0 rtc
-1212°C /-120120°F 0 Pr2
Sd4 4th holiday defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 0.0 rtc
P4P Fourth probe presence n=not present; Y=pres. n Pr2
Sd5 5th holiday defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 0.0 rtc
O4 Fourth probe calibration -1212°C /-120120°F 0 Pr2
Sd6 6th holiday defrost start 0 ÷ 23h 50 min. - nu 0.0 rtc
OdS Outputs delay at start up 0÷255 min 0 Pr2
PbC Kind of probe Ptc; ntc 1 Pr2
AC Anti-short cycle delay 0  50 min 1 Pr1
Adr Serrial address 1÷247 1 Pr2
rtr P1-P2 percentage for regulation 0 ÷ 100 (100=P1 , 0=P2) 100 Pr2
onF on/off key enabling nu, oFF; ES ntc Pr1
CCt Continuos cycle duration 0.0÷24.0h 0.0 Pr2
dP1 Room probe display -- nu Pr2
CCS Set point for continuous cycle (-55.0÷150,0°C) (-67÷302°F) -5 Pr2
dP2 Evaporator probe display -- -- Pr1
COn Compressor ON time with faulty probe 0  255 min 15 Pr2
dP3 Third probe display -- -- Pr1
COF Compressor OFF time with faulty probe 0  255 min 30 Pr2
dP4 Fourth probe display -- -- Pr1
CF Temperature measurement unit °C  °F °C Pr2 rSE Valore set operativo actual set -- Pr2
rES Resolution in=integer; dE= dec.point dE Pr1 rEL Software release -- -- Pr2
Lod Probe displayed P1;P2 P1 Pr2 Ptb Map code -- -- Pr2
rEd2 X-REP display P1 - P2 - P3 - P4 - SEt - dtr P1 Pr2
dLy Display temperature delay 0 ÷ 20.0 min (10 sec.) 0 Pr2
2 Only for models XR70CX–xx2xx, XR70CX–xx3xx; XR70CX–xx6xx; XR70CX–xx7xx
dtr P1-P2 percentage for disply 1 ÷ 99 50 Pr2
EdF Defrost mode rtc - in rtc Pr2
tdF Defrost type EL=el. heater; in= hot gas EL Pr1
dFP Probe selection for defrost termination nP; P1; P2; P3; P4 P2 Pr2
dtE Defrost termination temperature -50  50 °C 8 Pr1
IdF Interval between defrost cycles 1  120 ore 6 Pr1
MdF (Maximum) length for defrost 0  255 min 30 Pr1

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