ELEVATOR MOTORS CORPORATION

PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS
VK3

1. Description of Operation
The purpose of EMCO Load System is to measure, monitor and provide usable
information about the load in an elevator cab. This information can be used to protect
the passengers from overload conditions and increase the efficiency of the elevator.
The system usually consists of a sensor or group of sensors to be mounted on the
elevator and a controller. The sensor(s) are used to provide a signal to the controller
directly related to the amount of load in the cab. The controller is used to accept this
signal and provide usable data to the elevator controller in the form of relays, analog
signals or other methods of communication.

2. Electrical Characteristics
Model Power Supply Current Fuse
VK-3 220VAC 60mA 100mA
VK-3 115 VAC 120mA 200mA
VK-3B 24VDC 300mA 800mA
48VDC 150mA 400mA

3. Installation

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 4. Contents
1 pc- VK-3 Controller, 1 pc- DIN Rail Mount, 2 pc- Rail Mounting Screws
1 pc- Terminal Tool/Key

5. Description of Connections
AL-C, AL-S and AL-A (if provided) are the relays that change state when the
programmed weight values are exceeded.
 is usually programmed for the capacity of the cab. When the load in the
cab exceeds this value the relay changes state and if using our MB-D display
the figure will illuminate as the load increases.
 is usually programmed for overload. When the load in the cab exceeds
this value the relay changes state and if using our MB-D display it will
activate a buzzer and the KG marking of the display will illuminate.
 is an extra relay to be programmed as needed. When the load in the cab
exceeds this value the relay changes state.

Hold is a circuit that requires 24-110VAC or VDC power. The power is to be applied
when the doors close and the power is to be removed when the doors open. When
power is applied the control stops weighing and the weight value will blink on the
display. This insures that movement of the cab will not affect the weighing process.
Also, when the doors are closed since no more people will be entering the cab there is
no reason to continue the weighing process. When the doors open, power is to be
removed from the hold circuit so that the control can begin measuring the load in the
cab.

Power Supply required to operate the controller is shown above the terminals.
Standard voltages are 24VDC, 110VAC and 220VAC depending on the control
ordered.

Sensor connections are shown above the terminals on the controller corresponding to
the load sensor/cell used.

Cabin Display- Our MB-D Display is the factory supplied display that can be used
with the VK Series of controllers. Based upon the setting of AL-C relay the figure
will progressively illuminate starting at the feet and travel up the body of the figure.
Upon reaching the setting of AL-C the complete figure will be illuminated. The KG
marking will illuminate and a buzzer will sound upon reaching the AL-S relay setting
of the control. If you want to use your own buzzer or LED display connect to these
terminals. These terminals provide 0-7.5 VDC at 75mA maximum based upon the
settings of the AL-C and AL-S settings. When connecting your own buzzer of LED
display follow polarity as shown on terminals.

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 6. Programming Keys
- Pressing the menu key scrolls through the various programmable parameters of
the control.

- Pressing this key enters the specific parameter you are going to program. Once
the specific parameter is displayed, pressing this key highlights the digit to be
modified.

- Pressing this key will modify the specific digit.

7. Menu/Programming Order
Pressing the Key will scroll through the program in the following order:

-(Measured Weight in Cab)****

(Only if Program is Password Protected)

(Relay/Alarm)

(Relay/Alarm)

(Relay/Alarm)

(Zero Out Control)

(Calibrate with Weights)

(Calibrate without Weights)

(Chain Compensation)

(Option to program Relays & MB-D)

( Password Protect Program)

*****Note: Actual value displayed varies with load in cab

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 8. How to Program
Button/Key Operation
 Press the key until the display shows the desired parameter to be changed.
 Press the key to highlight the specific digit to be modified. The digit to be
modified will blink.
 Press the key to change the specific digit.
 Press the key twice to save the new value. Once a value is saved the control
will display the next parameter.
 If you do not press the key twice the changes will not be stored and the
controller display will remain at the parameter you were modifying.

9. Calibration
Manual Calibration with Weights
1. Before programming or calibrating sensors and control:
 Bring cab to middle floor of its total travel. For instance, if travel is 6 stops or
floors place cab on the 3rd or 4th floors.
 Bounce in cab to insure cab is free on guide rails.
2. Properly connect the sensors to control.
3. Power up control and check power supply to control and insure within voltage
range of the control supplied.
4. Install sensors to cable per instructions supplied with sensors.
5. Zero out the controller:
 Press key till is displayed.
 Press key once.
 Press key once.
 Controller display will begin to count down. Exit top of cab till unit finishes
counting down.
 should be shown on the display. If is not shown the value has
not been saved in the controller and this step must be done again.
6. Adjust for weights:
 Press key till is displayed if it is not shown.
 Add a known weight to the car. Preferably a minimum of 50% of the car
capacity.
 Press and keys to manually enter the value in kilograms of the weight
in the cab.
 Press key twice.
 As controller display begins to count down, exit top of cab till unit finishes
counting down.
 Press the key until the weight is shown on control display. It should be the
value of the weights in the cab in kilograms.

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 7. Set Contact trip level:
 Press key till is displayed.
 Press and keys to set contact trip point values. Put the value in
kilograms of the weight that will activate the relay. Usually for the AL-C
contact the capacity of the cab is used.
 Press key twice to save these settings.
 Connect to AL-C terminals for normally open and/or normally closed relay
per diagram on controller.
8. Repeat Step 7 for the other contacts to be used. is normally the overload
setting and is an auxiliary contact to be set as needed by customer.
9. Complete any other wiring including hold circuit and any other auxiliary
programming.

Auto Calibration without Weights (CH or CHD Hydraulic Sensors

Must Use Manual Calibration)
1. Before programming or calibrating sensors and control:
 Bring cab to middle floor of its total travel. For instance, if travel is 6 stops or
floors place cab on the 3rd or 4th floors.
 Bounce in cab to insure cab is free on guide rails.
2. Properly connect the sensors to control
3. Power up control and check power supply to control and insure within voltage
range of the control supplied.
4. Install sensors to cable per instructions supplied with sensors.
5. Zero out the controller:
 Press key till is displayed.
 Press key once.
 Press key once.
 Controller display will begin to count down. Exit top of cab till unit finishes
counting down.
 should be shown on the display. If is not shown the value has
not been saved in the controller and this step must be done again.
6. Enter Value by:
 Press key till is displayed.
 Locate the CELL value shown on the connection box of the sensors.
 Press the key once.
 Press the key and key to enter the value shown on the
connection box of the sensors into the controller. If 2:1 roped application
double the value of the cell shown on the connection box of the sensors.
 Press the twice to save the CELL value in the controller.
 should be shown on the display. If is not displayed the
value of the CELL has not been saved and this step must be done again.

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 7. Set Contact trip level:
 Press key till is displayed.
 Press and keys to set contact trip point values. Put the value in
kilograms of the weight that will activate the relay. Usually for the AL-C
contact the capacity of the cab is used.
 Press twice to save these settings.
 Connect to terminals for normally open and/or normally closed
relay per diagram on controller.
8. Repeat Step 7 for the other contacts to be used. is normally the overload
setting and is an auxiliary contact to be set as needed by customer.
9. Complete any other wiring including hold circuit and any other auxiliary
programming.

10. Auxiliary Options:

 -This allows you to enter a value if there is compensation chain on the elevator.
The maximum value that can be entered for compensation chain is 50kg. To enter a
value for compensation chain into the control:
o Press the key till is displayed.
o Press the and keys to enter the compensation chain value you desire.
o Press the key twice to save the value in the controller.
o should be shown on the display. If is not displayed the value
for the compensation chain is not saved and this step must be done again.
 This option allows you to program the relays and MB-D Display different than
supplied by the factory. See factory for details.
 This option allows you to enter a code to prevent unwarranted programming
of the controller. Before changing the access code number it is important that the
number is saved and remembered. If the new code is lost you will not be able to
program the controller. The factory value for this setting is 0000. To prevent access to
the programming of the controller:
o Press the key until is displayed.
o Press the key and key to enter the new code number limit access to the
controller program.
o Press the key twice to save the value in the controller.
o The amount of weight in the cab should be shown on the display. If not, the
new access code number has not been saved and this step must be done again.
o is activated by pressing and holding the key for three (3) seconds
until the display only shows a moving segment or when controller enters
energy saving mode on its own.

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11. Troubleshooting and Errors
 The display shows moving segments only- The controller has a energy saving
circuit. This occurs when power is supplied and no programming occurs within
three (3) minutes or when programming is completed and controller is operating
untouched for one (1) hour. To return to the normal display mode, press key
once.
 Elevator will not run- Check for any Err codes on the display. If there are any
Err codes read this section further. If no Err codes, check all controller
connections. Insure the proper voltage is provided to power connections of VK
controller. Inspect all relay connections and insure they are secure at the VK
controller and other corresponding external connection points. Insure all relay
connections are correct to allow operation of elevator by reviewing wiring
diagrams and confirm whether a normally open or normally closed relay is
required. Then check the proper voltage is supplied to the hold circuit and insure
the proper sequence of power is applied to the hold circuit. Then check fuse. To
check fuse, disconnect power to the controller, open the controller by removing
the five (5) screws that hold the cover, remove fuse from vertical free mounting
(black) fuse holder next to controller transformer and replace with new fuse.
 When I try to program unit is shown on the display- Controller has been
previously programmed with password protection to prevent unauthorized
changes to the program. Locate four (4) digit password and enter into controller
when is blinking on the display. To enter the password, press the key
to highlight the digit to be changed and press the key to change the specific
digit highlighted. Press key once to continue programming controller. If you
cannot locate your password contact the factory.

 = Bad load cell connection or damaged load cell- Correct error condition by
checking all load cell connections to the controller are per wiring diagram along
with inspecting cables for any cuts or broken wires.
 =Negative load cell flow- Correct error condition by checking load cell
connections to the controller and insure they are per wiring diagram.
 =Positive load cell flow- Load cells are to small for application and must be
replaced with proper units.
 = Polarity error- Correct error condition by checking all load cell
connections to the controller are per wiring diagram and reprogram control and
recalibrate per Paragraph 9.

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  = MB-D display short- Correct condition by locating short. Disconnect
MB-D display, turn off the controller and reconnect the MB-D display.

 = Parameter values have been lost ( AL-C, AL-S, AL-A, CERO, PESO…)
Scroll through menu and check parameter values. If necessary reprogram and
calibrate per Paragraph 9.

 = Sensitivity of load cell is small. Recalibrate and reprogram CERO

operation, add known weight into car and reprogram PESO operation per
Paragraph 9.

FOR ANY FURTHER ASSISTANCE OR IF ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT:

ELEVATOR MOTORS CORPORATION

80 CAROLYN BOULEVARD
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735-1525
PH (631) 293-4220, FAX (631) 293-2714
E-Mail [email protected]

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