BOTEX CHC-8-B Chainhoist Controller User Manual

CHC-8-B, CHC-4-B Chainhoist Controller
User Manual
Motor Controller

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
Internet: www.thomann.de
18.10.2023, ID: 575329, 575330

General information

This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.

1.1 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this document.

dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs| Type of danger
| Warning – high-voltage.
| Warning – danger zone.

Safety instructions

Intended use
This device is used to control electrically operated chain hoists. The device is designed for professional use only and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Safety

DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suffocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the reach of babies and  mall
children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi‐ sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that  children could play with.
DANGER!
Danger to life due to electric current!
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or damaged.

DANGER!
Risk of death from electrical current!
A short circuit can cause fires and loss of life. Always use a properly insulated CEE cable to connect the unit to the 400 V mains grid.
Do not modify the CEE cable or the CEE plug. If the insulation is damaged, immediately switch off the power supply and have it repaired. If in doubt, contact a qualified electrician.
DANGER!
Risk of death from electrical current!
Hazardous voltage may be present at cable ends and screw terminals. The connection of screw terminals and all maintenance and repair work on the electrical installation of the device may only be performed by a qualified electrician. Always perform maintenance and repair work when the device is free from voltage. Failure to comply may result in electric shock and risk of fire and loss of life.
Always observe all electrical safety instructions applicable in the country of operation.

NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to covered vents and neighbouring heat sources!
If the vents of the device are covered or the device is operated in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources, the device can overheat and burst into flames. Never cover the device or the vents. Do not install the device in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources. Never operate the device in the immediate vicinity of naked flames.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions specified in the “Technical specifications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun‐ light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature fluctuations. If temperature fluc‐ tuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the device  immediately.
Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in operation. In environments with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by qualified specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device due to high voltages!
The device can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess voltages can also cause a risk of injury and fires. Make sure that the voltage specification on the device matches the local power grid before plugging in the device. Only operate the device from professionally installed mains sockets that are protected by a residual current circuit breaker (FI). As a precaution, disconnect the device from the power grid when storms are approaching or it the device will not be used for a longer period.

Features

• Motor control for directly controlled electric chain hoists
• Independent control of a maximum of 8 motors (item no. 575329 / 4 motors (item no.

575330. with up to 1.9 kW (2.7 A / 400 V) per motor and a total load of 9 kW (13 A / 400 V)

• Input
  – CEE connection (32 A / 400 V)

• Outputs
  – Item no. 575329: 4 × 4-pin CEE chassis sockets with hinged lid, 2 × 16-pin multi-pin industrial connectors for use with a breakout box (item no. 472025)
  – Item no. 575330: 4 × 4-pin CEE chassis sockets with hinged lid, 1 × 16-pin multi-pin industrial connector for use with a breakout box (item no. 472025)
  – Rotary switch with up, down and off position for each output

• Run button for precise movement of the connected chain hoists

• Built-in emergency stop switch

• Three phase control lights

• Circuit breaker (D characteristic) for each phase (3 × 13 A)

• Circuit breaker (C characteristic) for control switch and emergency stop switch (6 A)

Installation

4.1 Mechanical installation
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. The device must be set up in such a way that the emergency stop switch is freely accessible at all times.

4.2 Electrical installation

DANGER!
Risk of death from electrical current!
Hazardous voltage may be present at cable ends and screw terminals.
The connection of screw terminals and all maintenance and repair work on the electrical installation of the device may only be performed by a qualified electrician. Always perform maintenance and repair work when the device is free from voltage. Failure to comply may result in electric shock and risk of fire and loss of life.
Always observe all electrical safety instructions applicable in the country of operation.

The power consumption of the electric chain hoists to be connected must be below the maximum load capacity of the device’s outputs.
Create all connections while the device is off. Use only high-quality power supply cables with a grounded CEE plug. Only one electric chain hoist may be connected to each output. Lay the cables so that they do not run over sharp edges, are not squashed and are not subjected to tension.

Pin assignment
The table and figure show the assignment of the 16-pin multi-pin industrial connector.
The connections for the protective earth conductor ([PE]) of the connector must be connected to the protective earth conductors of the connected motors.

Starting up

CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movable loads in the range of electric chain hoists.
If people are in the work area, the loads moved by the electric chain hoists can cause injuries.
Ensure that there are no persons in the work area of electric chain hoists as long as loads are being moved.
For persons staying in work areas under suspended loads, observe the regulations in force in your country.

NOTICE!
Damage to the device due to change of direction during operation!
Changing the direction of movement during operation may damage the device.
Only change the position of the rotary switches if the green indicator light does not light up.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device and connected electric chain hoists due to impulse operation!
Repeated, momentary presses of the [RUN] button can damage the device and the connected electric chain hoists.
Always press [RUN] for at several seconds, never several times in a row.

Starting up the device

1. Make sure the following:
   Nobody stays in the work area of the electric chain hoists.
   The workspace is free of obstacles.
   You have a clear view of the entire work area and can completely monitor the movement process.
   The device must not be used if not all conditions are fulfilled.

2. Turn all rotary switches to the [OFF] position.
   If the [E-STOP] emergency stop button is pressed and locked: Make sure that the reason for pressing the emergency stop switch is no longer present and turn it clockwise to the operating position.

3. Connect the electric chain hoists to the unit, either via the CEE sockets or via the multipin industrial connectors.

4. Make sure the supply voltage is correct and the three phases are connected in the correct order.

5. Connect the device to the power supply.
   ⇒ The indicator lights [L1], [L2] and [L3] for the three phases of the power supply light up. The device must not be used if not all three indicator lights light up.

6. Check the correct connection and function of the electric chain hoists:
   To do so, turn the rotary switches for all connected electric chain hoists to the [UP] or [DOWN] position, and turn the remaining unused rotary switches to the [OFF] position.

7. Press and hold the [RUN] button until the electric chain hoists are in the required position.
   ⇒ The green indicator light above the button is lit as long as the electric chain hoists are moving.
   If an electric chain hoist does not move or moves in the wrong direction, it is not connected correctly.

Connections and controls

CHC-8-B (item no. 575329)

connecting electric chain hoists 1…4 or 5…8.
3| [CONTROL CIRCUIT] | Circuit breaker for rotary switch and emergency stop switch.
4| [MAINS] | Circuit breaker for each phase of the power supply.
5| [L1] , [L2] , [L3] | Indicator lights for the three phases of the power supply. The device must not be used if not all three indicator lights light up.
6| [MOTOR 1] , [MOTOR 2] , [MOTOR 3] , [MOTOR 4] | CEE chassis sockets for connecting electric chain hoists 1…4.
7| [MOTOR 1] … [MOTOR 8] | Rotary switches for preselecting the direction of movement for the connected electric chain hoists 1…8.
8| [E-STOP] | Emergency stop switch
9| Indicator light. Indicates that the selected electric chain hoists are running.
10| [RUN] | Switch for controlling the electric chain hoists whose direction of movement has been set with the [MOTOR 1] … [MOTOR 8] switches. The selected electric chain hoists run as long as the momentary switch is pressed.

CHC-4-B (item no. 575330)

electric chain hoists 1…4.
3| [CONTROL CIRCUIT] | Circuit breaker for rotary switch and emergency stop switch.
4| [MAINS] | Circuit breaker for each phase of the power supply.
5| [L1] , [L2] , [L3] | Indicator lights for the three phases of the power supply. The device must not be used if not all three indicator lights light up.
6| [MOTOR 1] , [MOTOR 2] , [MOTOR 3] , [MOTOR 4] | CEE chassis sockets for connecting electric chain hoists 1…4.
7| [MOTOR 1] … [MOTOR 4] | Rotary switches for preselecting the direction of movement for the connected electric chain hoists 1…4.
8| [E-STOP] | Emergency stop switch
9| Indicator light. Indicates that the selected electric chain hoists are running.
10| [RUN] | Switch for controlling the electric chain hoists whose direction of movement has been set with the [MOTOR 1] … [MOTOR 4] switches. The selected electric chain hoists run as long as the momentary switch is pressed.

Operating

CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to movable loads in the range of electric chain hoists.
If people are in the work area, the loads moved by the electric chain hoists can cause injuries.
Ensure that there are no persons in the work area of electric chain hoists as long as loads are being moved.
For persons staying in work areas under suspended loads, observe the regulations in force in your country.

NOTICE!
Damage to the device due to change of direction during operation!
Changing the direction of movement during operation may damage the device.
Only change the position of the rotary switches if the green indicator light does not light up.

NOTICE!
Damage to the device and connected electric chain hoists due to impulse operation!
Repeated, momentary presses of the [RUN] button can damage the device and the connected electric chain hoists.
Always press [RUN] for at several seconds, never several times in a row.

Operating the device

1. Make sure the following:
   Nobody stays in the work area of the electric chain hoists.
   The workspace is free of obstacles.
   You have a clear view of the entire work area and can completely monitor the movement process.
   The indicator lights [L1], [L2] and [L3] for the three phases of the power supply light up.
   The device must not be used if not all conditions are fulfilled.

2.  If the [E-STOP] emergency stop button is pressed and locked: Make sure that the reason for pressing the emergency stop switch is no longer present and turn it clockwise to the operating position.
   Turn the rotary switches for the electric chain hoists to be moved to the [UP] or [DOWN] position, and turn the remaining unused rotary switches to the [OFF] position.

3. Press and hold the [RUN] button until the parts moved by the electric chain hoists are in the required position.
   ⇒ The green indicator light above the button is lit as long as the electric chain hoists are moving.

Technical specifications

| CHC-8-B (item no. 575329)| CHC-4-B (item no. 575330)
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Line circuit breaker / phases| 3 × 13 A (type D)
Line circuit breaker / rotary switch and emergency stop| 6 A (type C)
Input connections| Power cable with CEE plug| Power cable with CEE plug
Output connections| 4 × 4-pin CEE chassis sockets with hinged lid| 4 × 4-pin CEE chassis sockets with hinged lid
2 × 16-pin multi-pin industrial connectors for use with a breakout box| 1 × 16-pin multi-pin industrial connector for use with a breakout box
Max. load per motor switch| 1.9 kW
Max. load total| 9 kW
Supply voltage| 400 V    50 Hz
International Protection Rating| IP20
Dimensions (W × H × D)| 524 mm × 423 mm × 203 mm
Weight| 10.3 kg| 10 kg
| CHC-8-B (item no. 575329)| CHC-4-B (item no. 575330)
---|---|---
Ambient conditions| Temperature range| 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity| 20%…80% (non-condensing)

Circuit diagram CHC-8-B (item no. 575329)

Circuit diagram CHC-4-B (item no. 575330)

EU declaration of conformity

Str. 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany
THIS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY IS ISSUED UNDER THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF:
Name and address of manufacturer| Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Str. 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Product identification| 575329 Botex CHC-8-B Chainhoist Controller
575330 Botex CHC-4-B Chainhoist Controller
THE PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS DECLARATION ARE IN CONFORMITY WITH:**

EU Community Legislation| Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2014/30/EU
Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230
Harmonised standards| Safety of machinery
EN 60204-1:2018
EN ISO 12100:2010
Safety of electrical equipment
EN IEC 61439-1:2021 + AC:2022-01 + EN 61439-1:2011
EN IEC 61439-2:2021 + EN 61439-2:2011
Exposure of humans to electromagnetic fields (EMF)
EN 12198-1:2000+A1:2008
| Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
EN 55011:2016 + A1:2017 + A11:2020 + A2:2021
EN 61000-3-2:2014 + EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019 + A1:2021
EN 61000-3-3:2013 + A1:2019 + A2:2021 + A2:2021/AC:2022-01
EN IEC 61000-6-2:2019 + EN 61000-6-2:2005 + AC:2005
---|---
Restricted substances in electrical products
EN IEC 63000:2018
SIGNED FOR AND ON BEHALF OF:
Place and date of issue| Burgebrach, 9 October 2023

Troubleshooting

In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:

1. Check the wiring to the electric chain hoists.
2. Check whether the assigned rotary switch is in the [UP] or [DOWN] position.
3. Check whether the circuit breaker is in the ‘ON’ position.
4. If the emergency stop button is pressed and locked: Make sure that the reason for pressing the emergency stop switch is no longer present and turn it clockwise to the operating position.
The device does not respond at all.| 1. Check the mains connection and main fuse.
2. Check whether the indicator lights [L1] , [L2] , [L3] for the three phases of the power supply light up. If this is not the case, the wiring must be corrected.
3. If the emergency stop button is pressed and locked: Make sure that the reason for pressing the emergency stop switch is no longer present and turn it clockwise to the operating position.
4. Make sure that the device is being operated in approved ambient conditions.

If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.

Protecting the environment

Disposal of the packaging material
**** For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

Disposal of your old device
**** This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste.
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

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