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Pit Viper 351 RCS Control Function Flow Chart

Symbols and Codes

Symbols

= Function

= State Block

= I/O Module

= Decision Making Block

= Operation or Statement

= Actuator
 Symbols and Codes
Codes
ADJ = Adjustable SEC = Seconds
Bo = Breakout SW = Switch
C = Cab TD = Time Delay
CB = Canbus Trg = Training
CC = Central Computer (Display) ΔP = Differential Pressure
CV = Control Valve Loc = Location
CW = Clockwise Fn = Function
CCW = Counter Clockwise Indic = Indication
MSG = Message
CS = Cab side
Min = Minutes
D = Display NCS = Non Cab Side
NDE = Non Drill End
DE = Drill End
Op = Operator
Dir = Direction PP = Power Pack
D&LF = Display and Log Fault PR = Pressure
PB = Push Buttons
ECM = Engine Control Module
Prox = Proximity Switch
FL = Full Level GUI = Graphic User Interface
LF = Log Fault
FLT = Fault
 Functional Troubleshooting

There are four active states:

Start Engine
Setup Raise and lower tower
Jack up / down

Feed / Rotation
Drill Rod support
BO Wrench
Rod Handling

Propel Disable Drill Functions

Enable Rod Handling

Prime Mover off, PP off.

Park
Lights, Horn, and Canbus Active
 Start Engine

Set up
Raise/Lower Tower
and Rod Handling

Feed, Rotation and Rod

Drill Handling

4 States
Or

Disable Drill Functions

Propel
Rod Handling enabled

Park

Prime mover off Lights, Horns and

Canbus Active
Power pack off
Note: The engine must be running to select an active state.
 Level 3
Fault Module Fault Shutdown
E levels
(Display)
C (LOG)
M Levels 2 Derate
Diagnostic Sensors or Disable
Check (Display)

Levels 1
Acknowledge

D&LF D&LF D&LF

One time occurrence,

until state change.
Operator acknowledged

Operator acknowledge -
Correct fault or override

Requires supervisor’s reset. Fault

level does not reset by shutdown.
Warnings (level1, level2)
Warnings level 1 are those conditions the machine parameters are operating outside normal
boundaries, but where continuous operation of the machine under these conditions does not pose
immediate danger to the equipment. The condition will initiate the Warning message, log the
warning event to the eventlog, and send a warning message to the display. Depending on the type
of warning the display message can either display a message box that has to be cleared and/or a
yellow warning symbol shall be highlighted in the status bar.

Warnings level 2 are those conditions where the machine is operating outside normal operating
parameters, and where continued operation at full load could potentially cause serious damage to
the mechanical components. Fault Management: A fault is created when a process parameter
(Temperature, Pressure, Flow, Level, Feed Speed etc) is beyond the limit set point or a process is
running beyond a defined interlock/safety condition.
The RCS system continuously monitors all applicable system functions for faults. It includes an
event log feature that includes a time and date stamp when fault occurs, fault number, and fault
description. It also logs when/if the fault is bypassed, when the fault was corrected, and identifies
the operator of record.
Level 1 Fault Level one faults are informational and not related to a hazard. A fault notification
occurs one time during an operational shift and is entered into the event log. After it is
acknowledged by the operator it is not presented again until the system is re-booted, or a there is
a change of operator.
Level 2 Fault Level two faults are warnings, and as such directly affect the operation of the
machine. Therefore, all activities associated with the level two fault warning will reoccur every time
the operational State of the machine changes. This means the operator will be required to again
acknowledge and override the level two warnings each time when activating the affected functions
after leaving and returning to the respective State. To ensure that each operator is made aware
of the condition of the machine at the start of a shift, all fault notification systems will be reset to
“Null” condition when a new operator logs in. The null condition means that the notification
sequence will respond to each warning and fault as “New”, thus notifying the operator of all faults
as they occur.
To continue operating while in a Warnings level 2 condition, the source of the fault must be
rectified and/or the operator must override the fault.
A list where all defined level 2 warnings are listed shall be presented in the GUI. The operator shall
be able to see which warnings are active and have a checkbox to override the level 2 warning.

Faults (Level 3 Prime Mover Shutdown)

Level 3 faults are conditions where further operation will inflict severe damage to the machine,
operator, or other main components. If any of these faults occur, the engine or motor will
shutdown immediately and the operator will not be able to restart the equipment until the fault has
been repaired (cleared). If the prime mover isn’t immediately shut down the operator must push
the emergency stop button. This will only occur if the RCS has lost the capability of turning the
engine off.

The RCS will log the fault event to the event log, and send message to the display. The display will
then show a message box that has to be cleared and a red fault symbol shall then be highlighted
in the status bar.
Level 1 Display Fault message Operator acknowledge Clear message
Fault
Log Fault System ignores
fault until re-boot
or shift / operator
change.

Level 2 Display Fault message Operator acknowledge Operator

and override with each acknowledgement and
Fault change of operational override logged.
Log Fault
state.

Level 3 Display Fault message Engine / Motor

on operators display immediately
Fault shutdown. No
bypass. Fault
Log Fault. condition must
be rectified
before restart.
Red Fault Icon
appears in status tray.
 Air Compressor
EARS

Drill
Mode

Operator flow control

command 0-90%
MC2 Compressor flow
sensor .5 - 4.5 VDC
1. Operators input/Flow input
(input signal ) (input signal)
2. Pressure set point in
software.
3. Flow set point Compressor
Prime mover
receiver tank
(input signal) pressure sensor
.5 - 4.5 VDC
(input signal)

Compressor Compressor Blowdown Blowdown

Inlet Actuator Inlet Actuator Actuator Actuator
 Typical I/O module used on the ADS RCS system

•Contacts having 2 light emitting diodes can be configured in software to function as inputs or
as outputs. In either case, both must be inputs or both must be outputs.

•The following slides show the contacts and assignments for each IO module. The I/O modules are
designated as D510, D511, D512, D513, and D514. On ADS installations the modules are not
installed in numerical sequence.
•Typical IO module after boot. Note: The LEDs at the top. There are 2 x 5 vdc and 2 x 24vdc

• Status LED must be green in color and blinking a frequency of 1 hz. The contacts having
two LEDs can be programmed to function an either Inputs, or Outputs.
•The green pairs of LEDs shown below are programmed to be “Outputs”. They illuminated
because they are but do not have a load attached. When an output is connected to a coil, the
LED will go off. Then when connected to a load, once the output is activated electronically, the
associated LED will illuminate Orange, indicating output current is being applied. See next slide.
Typical I/O Module “Output” Operation

I/O module - Output with both A and B circuits having

continuity. (load connected not energized)
When “A” nor “B” outputs are not activated, neither
LED will be on. It will appear Amber-Orange in color
when activated.
Output “A” LED is on the right, Output “B” is on left.

I/O module “B” output with open circuit (i.e. broken

cable, disconnected or missing coil) = no load.

“B” green LED comes on. (Typical for both A and B circuits
when output circuit is open).

I/O module “A” output turned on with electrical circuit

connected (Load energized) – “A” LED amber to
orange comes on. (typical for both A and B outputs).
Typical I/O Module “Digital Input” Operation

X17 shows digital inputs when

switches attached are
activated. LEDs on.

X18 shows digital inputs

when switches attached are
de-activated, LEDs off.
Typical I/O Module “Digital Input” Operation
When the I/O module contact is
B A configured as a digital input, the
green LED turns “ON” whenever a
digital input such as a proximity
switch is activated. This is regardless
of whether it is a PNP or NPN input.
No switch activation = No LED
functions.
In this case, the LED corresponding
to contact “B” is on.
LED for contact “A” is on the right.
See the machines electrical
schematic for I/O module contact
configuration information.
At the same time a switch is
actuated, the sensor value displayed
on the CC screen will change.
You must be logged into the system at SE level or
higher to see these values.
 Breakout box 58026725

Cable pin-outs differ for NPN and PNP digital inputs. These are inputs from proximity switches to the I/O
module. Use the following depictions as a guide for testing the cables and switches.
There are two types of proximity switches used, in multiple locations. The switches can be connected
PNP or NPN. The part numbers are:

8 MM: 57920100 Can be used NPN or PNP

30 MM: 57920035

I/O Module Switch

NPN (Sinking)
3
I/O Input (White) 2
“B” (Blue) 3 4

Split or “Y” Cable

3
I/O Input (White) 2
“B” (Blue) 3 4

4
I/O Input (White) 3
“A” (Blue) 4 3

If Input contact is NPN = Measure voltage on pins 4 and 3.

Proximity switch open (deactivated), should have 24VDC on the line and LED
on I/O module is off.
Proximity switch closed (activated) voltage on pins 4 and 3 should go to 0
VDC. Associated LED comes on.
 Switch
I/O Module PNP (Sourcing)

3
I/O Input (Black) 1
“B” (White) 2 4

3
I/O Input (Black) 1
“B” (White) 2 4

4
I/O Input (White) 1
“A” (Blue) 4 3

Input is PNP = Measure voltage at breakout test box at holes 4 and 3.

Proximity switch open (deactivated), should have 0 VDC on the line and LED on
I/O module is off.

Proximity switch closed (activated) voltage on pins 4 and 3 should go to 24 VDC.

Associated LED comes on.

Breakout test box is part # 58026725

 Using The RCS Tester

The RCS tester 58026725 can be used to assist with

troubleshoot the RCS system. The following pages
explain how to use the tool.
 Using The RCS Tester

Things to know:
• RCS Temperature sensors have output current signal in
the range 4-20 mA. The IO Module Current Inputs are
always on "A" channel of the contact.
• RCS Pressure sensors have output voltage signal in 0.5-
4.5 VDC current. Their IO Module voltage inputs are
always on the "B" Channel of the contact.
• Other devices providing current signal as inputs must
always go to "A" channel of the contact.
• Other devices providing a voltage signal as input, must
always go to the "B" channel of the input contact.
 Using The RCS Tester

Cable Pin outs for: Signal Cable Can-Open Atlas Can

 Using The RCS Tester

Signal Cables - Signal cables run from sensors to I/O module inputs.
Pin 2 is used for voltage inputs and should be measured with DMV across port 2 (sig) and 3 (-)
Pin 4 is used for Amperage input signals and should be measured across Jumper 4.
CAN Cables-There are two types used on RCS 3 machines.
Can-Open pin out - This legend corresponds to the main system Can communication cable
running through the network from the display to all I/O modules at X1 ending at X19
termination resistor, on last module.
Atlas-Can pin out - This legend corresponds to the CAN communication cable that runs
between the decoder modules located within the operators chair. (RCS 3)
In RCS 4 all CAN cables will be CAN -Open convention.
The tester has two built in jumpers for measuring current. These can be removed to measure
current signals mid stream. For instance, connect the tester in line between a temperature
sensor and the input. A typical temperature sensor signal output can be measured by inserting
a DVM at jumper 4. Remove the jumper 4 and insert the meters leads. Measure current
across the two ports. Be sure to set the meter to the proper range.

Jumpers 2 and 4 can also be used to test current output readings from the I/O modules to
actuators. (i.e. Valve pulsars)

CAN bus resistance can be measured across CAN Lo and CAN Hi ports. Correct CANbus
resistance reading for ADS RCS is 60 ohms. If infinite resistance is encountered it indicates an
open circuit. No Resistance = short circuit. 120 ohms indicates that only one resistor is being
measured. When there are two termination resistors on the CAN bus resistance should read 60
Ohm.

CAN Open - Measure resistance at ports 4 and 5

Atlas-Can - Measure resistance at ports 2 and 4.

Jumper #2

Jumper #4
 I/O Module
Checking The Digital Inputs.
Signal Cable configuration.

There are two digital inputs on each contact. They are designated "A" and "B“.
The signal is 0 VDC for an open contact, and +24 VDC for a closed contact. (e.g.
Proximity switch input)

Measuring Voltage/Power

Typical Proximity Switch

1. Connect the I/O tester between the I/O module and the digital devise as illustrated.

2. Measure voltage according to the table.

I/O Module
Checking The Digital Outputs
Checking Analogue Inputs

Measuring Voltage input (pressure sensor) or Current (Temperature sensor)

1.Connect the 5 -position connector on the I/O tester between the input of interest on the I/O module and sensor as
illustrated.

2. Measure signals according to the table above.

a. Voltage inputs at ports 2 and 3.
b. Amperage - Remove jumper # 4 and measure across the two ports with a DVM.
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