DIGITAL CONTROLLER 6 FRONT PANEL COMMANDS

To display target set point, in

XR03CX – XR04CX
programming mode it selects a
parameter or confirm an
operation
To start a manual defrost
1 CONTENTS
1. Contents ____________________________________________________________________________ 1 In programming mode it
2. General warnings _____________________________________________________________________ 1 browses the parameter codes
3. General description ___________________________________________________________________ 1 or increases the displayed
4. Regulation __________________________________________________________________________ 1 value
5. Defrost _____________________________________________________________________________ 1 In programming mode it
6. Front panel commands ________________________________________________________________ 1 browses the parameter codes
7. Parameters __________________________________________________________________________ 2 AUX or decreases the displayed
8. Digital inputs _________________________________________________________________________ 2 value
9. Installation and mounting _______________________________________________________________ 2
10. Electrical connections _________________________________________________________________ 2 KEYS COMBINATION
11. How to use the hot key_________________________________________________________________ 2
12. Alarm signalling ______________________________________________________________________ 2 + To lock or unlock the keyboard
13.
14.
Technical data _______________________________________________________________________ 3
Connections _________________________________________________________________________ 3
+ To enter in programming mode
15. Default setting values __________________________________________________________________ 3 + To return to room temperature display
LED MODO SIGNIFICATO
2 GENERAL WARNING On Compressore enabled
Flashing Anti short cycle delay enabled (AC parameter)
2.1 PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MANUAL On Defrost in progress
1. This manual is part of the product and should be kept near the instrument for easy and quick Flashing Dripping in progress
reference. On Measurement unit
2. The instrument shall not be used for purposes different from those described hereunder. It Flashing Programming mode
cannot be used as a safety device. On Measurement unit
3. Check the application limits before proceeding. Flashing Programming mode
4. Dixell Srl reserves the right to change the composition of its products, even without notice,
ensuring the same and unchanged functionality. 6.1 HOW TO SEE THE SET POINT

2.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. Push and immediately release the SET key, the set point will be showed;
2. Push and immediately release the SET key or wait about 5s to return to normal visualisation.
 Check the supply voltage is correct before connecting the instrument.
 Do not expose to water or moisture: use the controller only within the operating limits avoiding 6.2 HOW TO CHANGE THE SETPOINT
sudden temperature changes with high atmospheric humidity to prevent formation of
condensation 1. Push the SET key for more than 2 seconds to change the Set point value;
 Warning: disconnect all electrical connections before any kind of maintenance. 2. The value of the set point will be displayed and the “°C” or “°F” LED starts blinking;
 Fit the probe where it is not accessible by the End User. The instrument must not be opened. 3. To change the Set value push the or arrows within 10s.
 In case of failure or faulty operation send the instrument back to the distributor or to “Dixell 4. To memorise the new set point value push the SET key again or wait 10s.
S.r.l.” (see address) with a detailed description of the fault.
6.3 HOW TO START A MANUAL DEFROST
 Consider the maximum current which can be applied to each relay (see Technical Data).
 Ensure that the wires for probes, loads and the power supply are separated and far enough Push the DEF key for more than 2 seconds and a manual defrost will start
from each other, without crossing or intertwining.
 In case of applications in industrial environments, the use of mains filters (our mod. FT1) in 6.4 HOW TO CHANGE A PARAMETER VALUE
parallel with inductive loads could be useful.
To change the parameter’s value operate as follows:
1. Enter the Programming mode by pressing the SET+ keys for 3s (“°C” or “°F” LED starts
3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION blinking).
The XR03CX, in 3274x50mm short format, is microprocessor based controller suitable for applications on 2. Select the required parameter. Press the “SET” key to display its value
normal temperature refrigerating units. It provides two relay output: one for compressor and the other one for 3. Use or to change its value.
alarm signalling or as auxiliary output. It provides an NTC probe input and a digital input for alarm signalling, 4. Press “SET” to store the new value and move to the following parameter.
for switching the auxiliary output or for start defrost. The instrument is fully configurable through special To exit: Press SET+ or wait 15s without pressing a key.
parameters that can be easily programmed through the keyboard or the by HOTKEY. NOTE: the set value is stored even when the procedure is exited by waiting the time-out to expire.
The XR04CX, in 3274x50mm short format, is microprocessor based controller suitable for applications on
normal or low temperature refrigerating units. It provides two relay output: one for compressor and the other 6.5 HIDDEN MENU
one for defrost. It provides two NTC probe inputs, one for room temperature and other one to control defrost The hidden menu includes all the parameters of the instrument.
termination. The instrument is fully configurable through special parameters that can be easily programmed
through the keyboard or the by HOTKEY. HOW TO ENTER THE HIDDEN MENU
1. Enter the Programming mode by pressing the SET+ keys for 3s (“°C” or “°F” LED starts
blinking).
4 REGULATION 2. Released the keys, then push again the SET+ keys for more than 7s. The L2 label will be
The regulation is performed according to displayed immediately followed from the Hy parameter.
the temperature measured by the NOW YOU ARE IN THE HIDDEN MENU.
thermostat probe with a positive 3. Select the required parameter.
differential from the set point: if the 4. Press the “SET” key to display its value
temperature increases and reaches set 5. Use or to change its value.
point plus differential the compressor is 6. Press “SET” to store the new value and move to the following parameter.
started and then turned off when the To exit: Press SET+ or wait 15s without pressing a key.
temperature reaches the set point value NOTE1: if none parameter is present in L1, after 3s the “nP” message is displayed. Keep the keys
again. pushed till the L2 message is displayed.
In case of fault in the thermostat probe the start and stop of the compressor are timed through NOTE2: the set value is stored even when the procedure is exited by waiting the time-out to expire.
parameters “Cy” and “Cn”.
HOW TO MOVE A PARAMETER FROM THE HIDDEN MENU TO THE FIRST
LEVEL AND VICEVERSA.
5 DEFROST Each parameter present in the HIDDEN MENU can be removed or put into “THE FIRST LEVEL”
(user level) by pressing SET+ . In HIDDEN MENU when a parameter is present in First Level the
5.1 XR03CX decimal point is on.
Defrost is performed through a simple stop of the compressor. Parameter “id” controls the interval 6.6 TO LOCK THE KEYBOARD
between defrost cycles, while its length is controlled by parameter “Md”.
Keep pressed for more than 3s the and keys.
5.2 XR04CX The “OF” message will be displayed and the keyboard will be locked. If a key is pressed more than
3s the “OF” message will be displayed.
Two defrost modes are available through the “td” parameter:
 td=EL  defrost through electrical heater (compressor OFF) 6.7 TO UNLOCK THE KEYBOARD
 td=in  hot gas defrost (compressor ON).
Keep pressed together for more than 3s the and keys till the “on” message will be displayed.
Other parameters are used to control the interval between defrost cycles (id) ), its maximum length
(Md) and two defrost modes: timed or controlled by the evaporator’s probe. At the end of defrost
dripping time is started, its length is set in the dt parameter. With dt=0 the dripping time is disabled.

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7 PARAMETERS 8 DIGITAL INPUTS
REGULATION The free voltage digital input is programmable in different configurations by the “iF” parameter.

Hy Differential: (0,125°C / 1 ÷ 45°F) Intervention differential for set point. Compressor Cut IN is DOOR SWITCH (iF=do)
SET POINT + differential (Hy). Compressor Cut OUT is when the temperature reaches the set It signals the door status and the corresponding relay output status through the “dC” parameter: no =
point. normal (any change); Fn = Fan OFF; CP = Compressor OFF; FC = Compressor and fan OFF.
LS Minimum SET POINT: (-55°C÷SET/-67°F÷SET): Sets the minimum value for the set point.. Since the door is opened, after the delay time set through parameter “di”, the door alarm is enabled,
US Maximum SET POINT: (SET÷99°C/ SET÷99°F). Set the maximum value for set point. the display shows the message “dA” and the regulation restarts if rd = y. The alarm stops as soon
ot First probe calibration: (-9.9÷9.9°C / -17 ÷ 17°F) allows to adjust possible offset of the first as the external digital input is disabled again. With the door open, the high and low temperature
probe. alarms are disabled.
P2 Evaporator probe presence: n= not present; y= the defrost stops by temperature. (Only
XR04CX) EXTERNAL ALARM (iF=EA)
oE Second probe calibration: (-9.9÷9.9°C / -17 ÷ 17°F) allows to adjust possible offset of the As soon as the digital input is activated the unit will wait for “di” time delay before signalling the “EA”
second probe. (Only XR04CX) alarm message. The outputs status don’t change. The alarm stops just after the digital input is de-
od Outputs activation delay at start up: (0÷99min) This function is enabled at the initial start up activated.
of the instrument and inhibits any output activation for the period of time set in the parameter.
AC Anti-short cycle delay: (0÷50 min) minimum interval between the compressor stop and the SERIOUS ALARM (iF=bA)
following restart. When the digital input is activated, the unit will wait for “di” delay before signalling the “CA” alarm
Cy Compressor ON time with faulty probe: (0÷99 min) time during which the compressor is message. The relay outputs are switched OFF. The alarm will stop as soon as the digital input is de-
active in case of faulty thermostat probe. With Cy=0 compressor is always OFF. activated.
Cn Compressor OFF time with faulty probe: (0÷99 min) time during which the compressor is SWITCHING SECOND RELAY ON (iF=Au)
OFF in case of faulty thermostat probe. With Cn=0 compressor is always active. When o1=Au it switches on and off the second relay.
CH Kind of Action (Only XR03CX): cL= cooling action; Ht = heating action;
DISPLAY START DEFROST (iF=dF)
It starts a defrost if there are the right conditions. After the defrost is finished, the normal regulation
CF Measurement unit: (°C÷°F) °C =Celsius; °F =Fahrenheit. WARNING: When the will restart only if the digital input is disabled otherwise the instrument will wait until the “dd” safety
measurement unit is changed the SET point and the values of the parameters Hy, LS, US, oE, time is expired.
o1, AU, AL have to be checked and modified if necessary). INVERSION OF THE KIND OF ACTION: HEATING - COOLING (iF=Hc)
rE Resolution (only for °C):(dE ÷ in) dE= decimal between -9.9 and 9.9°C; in= integer
Ld Default display: (P1 ÷ P2) P1= thermostat probe; P2= evaporator probe. SP=Set point (Only This function allows to invert the regulation of the controller: from cooling to heating and viceversa.
XR04CX)
dy Display delay: (015 min.) when the temperature increases, the display is updated of 1 °C/1°F 9 INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING
after this time.
Instrument XR03CX and XR04CX shall be mounted on vertical
DEFROST
panel, in a 29x71 mm hole, and fixed using the special bracket
td Defrost type: (EL – in) EL= electrical heater, compressor OFF; in= hot gas, compressor ON; supplied.
dE Defrost termination temperature (Only XR04CX): (-55÷50°C / -67÷99°F) if P2=Y it sets the The temperature range allowed for correct operation is 060 °C.
temperature measured by the evaporator probe, which causes the end of defrost. (Only XR04CX) Avoid places subject to strong vibrations, corrosive gases,
id Interval between defrost cycles: (0÷99 ore) Determines the time interval between the excessive dirt or humidity. The same recommendations apply to
beginning of two defrost cycles. probes. Let air circulate by the cooling holes.
Md Maximum length for defrost: (0÷99 min. with 0 no defrost) when P2=n, (not evaporator
probe: timed defrost) it sets the defrost duration, when P2 = y (defrost end based on
temperature) it sets the maximum length for defrost.
dd Start defrost delay: ( 0÷99min) This is useful when different defrost start times are necessary
to avoid overloading the plant.
10 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
dF Display during defrost: (rt / it / SP / dF) rt= real temperature; it= start defrost temperature; The instrument is provided with screw terminal block to connect cables with a cross section up to 2,5
SP= SET-POINT; dF= label dF. mm2. Before connecting cables make sure the power supply complies with the instrument’s
dt Drip time: (0÷99 min) time interval between reaching defrost termination temperature and the requirements. Separate the probe cables from the power supply cables, from the outputs and the
restoring of the control’s normal operation. This time allows the evaporator to eliminate water power connections. Do not exceed the maximum current allowed on each relay, in case of heavier
drops that might have formed due to defrost. loads use a suitable external relay.
dP Defrost at power –on: (y÷n) y= at power on defrost starts; n= defrost doesn’t start at power-on
10.1 PROBES
ALARMS The probes shall be mounted with the bulb upwards to prevent damages due to casual liquid
infiltration. It is recommended to place the thermostat probe away from air streams to correctly
AU Maximum temperature alarm: (AL÷99°C/99°F) when this temperature is reached the alarm
measure the average room temperature. Place the defrost termination probe among the evaporator
is enabled, after the “Ad” delay time.
fins in the coldest place, where most ice is formed, far from heaters or from the warmest place during
AL Minimum temperature alarm: (-55÷AU°C /-67÷AU°F) when this temperature is reached the
defrost, to prevent premature defrost termination.
alarm is enabled, after the “Ad” delay time.
Ad Temperature alarm delay: (0÷99 min) time interval between the detection of an alarm
condition and alarm signalling. 11 HOW TO USE THE HOT KEY
dA Exclusion of temperature alarm at startup: (0÷99 min) time interval between the detection of
the temperature alarm condition after instrument power on and alarm signalling. 11.1 HOW TO PROGRAM THE HOT KEY FROM THE INSTRUMENT (UPLOAD)
tb Silencing buzzer (n-y):(Only XR03CX) n= silencing disabled, alarm relay stays on till alarm 1. Program one controller with the front keypad.
conditions lasts; y= silencing enabled: alarm relay is switched OFF by pressing a key during an 2. When the controller is ON, insert the “Hot key” and push key; the "uP" message appears
alarm; followed a by flashing “Ed”
o1 Auxiliary relay configuration (dF/Fn/AL/AU/db): (Only XR03CX) dF= defrost; Fn= Fans; 3. Push “SET” key and the “Ed” will stop flashing.
AL= Alarm; AU= auxiliary; db= neutral zone; 4. Turn OFF the instrument remove the “Hot Key”, then turn it ON again.
AP Alarm relay polarity (cL-OP): (Only XR03CX) cL= when active is closed; OP= when active is
opened NOTE: the “Er” message is displayed for failed programming. In this case push again o key if you
DIGITAL INPUT (Only XR03CX) want to restart the upload again or remove the “Hot key” to abort the operation.
iP Digital input polarity: (oP ÷ cL) oP= activated by closing the contact; cL= activated by 11.2 HOW TO PROGRAM AN INSTRUMENT USING HOT KEY (DOWNLOAD)
opening the contact;
1. Turn OFF the instrument.
iF Digital input configuration: (EA/bA/do/dF/Au/Hc) EA= external alarm: “EA” message is
2. Insert a programmed “Hot Key” into the 5 PIN receptacle and then turn the Controller ON.
displayed; bA= serious alarm “CA” message is displayed; do= door switch function; dF= defrost
3. Automatically the parameter list of the “Hot Key” is downloaded into the Controller memory, the
activation; Au =(only for XR03CX) auxiliary relay activation; Hc= inversion of the kind of action;
“do” message is blinking followed a by flashing “Ed”.
di Digital input delay: (0÷99 min) with iF=EA or bA delay between the detection of the external
4. After 10 seconds the instrument will restart working with the new parameters.
alarm condition and its signalling. . With iF=do it represents the delay to activate the door open
5. Remove the “Hot Key”.
alarm.
dC Compressor and fan status when open door: (no/Fn/cP/Fc): no= normal; Fn = Fans OFF;
NOTE: the “Er” message is displayed for failed programming. In this case push again o key if you
cP =Compressor OFF; Fc = Compressor and fans OFF;
want to restart the upload again or remove the “Hot key” to abort the operation.
rd Regulation with door open: (n÷y) n = no regulation if door is opened; Y= when di is elapsed
regulation restarts even if door open alarm is present;
OTHER
12 ALARM SIGNALLING
Mess. Cause Outputs
d1 Thermostat probe display (read only)
d2 Evaporator probe display (read only) (Only XR03CX) "P1" Room probe failure Compressor output according to “Cy” e “Cn”
Pt Parameter code table "P2" Evaporator probe failure Defrost end is timed (Only XR04CX)
rL Software release "HA" Maximum temperature alarm Outputs unchanged
"LA" Minimum temperature alarm Outputs unchanged
“EA” External alarm Outputs unchanged
“CA” Serious external alarm All outputs OFF.
“dA” Door Open Compressor and fans restarts

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12.1 ALARM RECOVERY DISPLAY
Probe alarms P1” and “P2” start some seconds after the fault in the related probe; they automatically
CF Measurement units °C - °F °C / °F
stop some seconds after the probe restarts normal operation. Check connections before replacing
the probe. Temperature alarms “HA” and “LA” automatically stop as soon as the temperature returns rE Resolution (only for °C) dE – in dE
to normal values.
Alarms “EA” and “CA” (with iF=bA) recover as soon as the digital input is disabled. Ld Default Display (Only XR04CX) P1-P2 - SP P1

dy Display delay 0 ÷ 15 min 0

13 TECHNICAL DATA DEFROST
Housing: self extinguishing ABS. td Defrost type EL – in EL
Case: frontal 32x74 mm; depth 50mm;
Mounting: panel mounting in a 71x29mm panel cut-out 8.0 °C / 46
dE Defrost termination temperature -55÷50°C/-67÷99°F
Protection: IP20; Frontal protection: IP65 °F
Connections: Screw terminal block  2,5 mm2 wiring. id Interval between defrost cycles 0 ÷ 99 hours 6
Power supply: according to the model 110Vac 10%, 50/60Hz --- 230Vac 10%, 50/60Hz
Md Maximum length for defrost 0 ÷ 99 min. 30
Power absorption: 3.5 VA max
Display: 2 digits, red LED, 14,2 mm high; Inputs: Up to 2 NTC probes. dd Start defrost delay 0 ÷ 99 min. 0
Digital input: free voltage contact (if present)
Relay outputs: compressor SPST 20(8)A 250Vac or 8(3) A 250Vac dF Display during defrost rt – in – SP – dF it
defrost or Aux: SPDT 8(3) A 250Vac
dt Drip time 0 ÷ 99 min 0
Data storing: on the non-volatile memory (EEPROM).
Kind of action: 1B; Pollution grade: 2;Software class: A.; dP Defrost at power-on y-n n
Rated impulsive voltage: 2500V; Overvoltage Category: II
Operating temperature: 0÷60 °C; Storage temperature: -25÷60 °C. ALARMS
Relative humidity: 2085% (no condensing). 99 °C / 99
AU Maximum temperature alarm ALL÷99°C / ALL÷99°F
Measuring and regulation range: NTC probe: -40÷110°C. °F
Resolution: 0,1 °C or 1°C or 1 °F (selectable); Accuracy (ambient temp. 25°C): ±0,1 °C ±1 digit -55 °C / -55
AL Minimum temperature alarm -55°C÷ALU/-67°F÷ALU
°F
Ad Temperature alarm delay 0 ÷ 99 min 15
14 CONNECTIONS Exclusion of temperature alarm at
dA 0 ÷ 99 min 90
startup
XR03CX –20A o 8A Compressor
DIGITAL INPUT (Only XR03CX)

iP Digital input polarity cL – oP cL

EA – bA – do – dF –
iF Digital input configuration EA
Au– Hc
di Digital input delay 0 ÷ 99 min 5
Compressor and fan status when open
dC no /Fn / cP / Fc FC
door
rd Regulation with door open n-Y y
Auxiliary relay configuration (Only
o1 no /Fn / cP / Fc FC
XR03CX)
AP Alarm relay polarity cL- oP cL
NOTE: In model with 110Vac the power supply has to be connected to 6-7 terminal OTHER
NOTE: The compressor relay is 20(8)A or 8(3)A depending on the model.
d1 Thermostat probe display Read Only ---

XR04CX –20A o 8A Compressor d2 Evaporator probe display Read Only ---

Pt Parameter code table Read Only ---

rL Firmware release Read Only ---

NOTE: In model with 110Vac the power supply has to be connected to 6-7 terminal
NOTE: The compressor relay is 20(8)A or 8(3)A depending on the model.

15 DEFAULT SETTING VALUES

LAB
DESCRIPTION RANGE DEFAULT
EL
REGULATION

Hy Differential 0.1 ÷ 25°C/1 ÷ 45°F 2.0°C / 4 °F

-55 °C /-
LS Minimum Set Point -55°C÷SET/-67°F÷SET
55°F
99 °C /
US Maximum Set Point SET÷99°C/ SET÷99°F
99°F
ot First probe calibration -9.9÷9.9°C/-17÷17°F 0.0
Second probe presence (Only
P2 n–Y y
XR04CX)
Second probe calibration (Only
oE -9.9÷9.9°C/-17÷17°F 0.0
XR04CX)
od Outputs activation delay at start up 0 ÷ 99 min 0

AC Anti-short cycle delay 0 ÷ 50 min 1

Cy Compressor ON time faulty probe 0 ÷ 99 min 15

Cn Compressor OFF time faulty probe 0 ÷ 99 min 30

CH Kind of Action (Only XR03CX) cL ÷ Ht cL

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