Advantage Controls M-LIFTX-1 Lift Station Monitor Instruction Manual
- September 29, 2024
- Advantage Controls
Table of Contents
- M-LIFTX-1 Lift Station Monitor
- Specifications
- Product Description
- Product Usage Instructions
- Installation
- Front Panel Description
- System Operation Overview
- Menu Navigation
- Web Advantage Setup
- USB Functions
- Troubleshooting
- Q: What are the base features of LIFTX units?
- Q: How can I control relay functions with the LIFTX
M-LIFTX-1 Lift Station Monitor
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Specifications
- Model: LIFTX Lift Station Monitor
- Manufacturer: Advantage Controls
- Address: 4700 Harold-Abitz Dr. Muskogee, OK 74403
- Phone: 800-743-7431
- Website: www.advantagecontrols.com
- Email: support@advantagecontrols.com
Product Description
The LIFTX Lift Station Monitor is a microprocessor-based device
designed to provide a wide range of lift station monitoring
functions. It can be programmed through a front panel keypad or via
the Internet using WebAdvantage to offer customized monitoring and
alarm notifications for various applications.
Product Usage Instructions
Installation
Mounting Instructions: Follow the guidelines
provided in the installation manual for proper mounting of the
unit.
Electrical Wiring: Connect the unit following
the electrical wiring instructions provided.
Wiring Diagrams: Refer to the wiring diagrams
in the manual for correct connections.
Front Panel Description
The front panel of the monitor includes a keypad for programming
and navigation through settings.
System Operation Overview
Understand how the monitor operates and familiarize yourself
with its functions.
Menu Navigation
Learn how to navigate through the menu options to configure
settings as needed.
Web Advantage Setup
Utilize WebAdvantage for remote monitoring, controlling, and
reporting by following the setup instructions provided.
USB Functions
Explore the USB functions available for additional features and
connectivity.
Troubleshooting
Refer to the troubleshooting section in the manual for
assistance in case of any issues.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What are the base features of LIFTX units?
A: Base LIFTX units include 5 digital inputs, a
built-in cell router, 12 months of data storage, 10 customizable
notepad fields, conduit connections for power, and require
separately sourced sensors.
Q: How can I control relay functions with the LIFTX
monitor?
A: Each control function on the LIFTX monitor
is based on a 4-20mA analog input and includes user-settable relay
control settings, High and Low Alarm settings, Limit Timer, and can
control relay output based on set points and differentials.
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Lift Station Monitor
Product Manual
Important Safety Instructions Read all warnings and instructions in this manual. Save all instructions.
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Advantage Controls 4700 Harold-Abitz Dr. Muskogee, OK 74403 Phone:
800-743-7431 Fax:
888-686-6212 www.advantagecontrols.com
E-mail: support@advantagecontrols.com
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LIFTX Lift Station Monitor Instruction & Maintenance Manual
Table of Contents
Contents I.
Page Introduction……………………………………………………………………… 3 Model Numbering …………………………………………………………….. 3 Description of Unit / Control Functions ………………………………… 3
II. Installation ………………………………………………………………………. 4 Mounting Instructions ……………………………………………………….. 4 Electrical Wiring……………………………………………………………….. 4 Wiring Diagrams ………………………………………………………………. 4
III. Front Panel Description …………………………………………………….. 7
IV. System Operation Overview………………………………………………. 8
V. Menu Navigation………………………………………………………………. 8
VI. Web Advantage Setup…………………………………………………….. 17
VII. USB Functions……………………………………………………………….. 20
VIII. Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………… 23
IX. Warranty & 30 Day Billing Memo Policy …………………………….. 23
FCC Warning This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been type-tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A computing device pursuant to subpart J of part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial or industrial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user, at his own expense, will be required to take whatever measures necessary to correct the interference.
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I. Introduction
LIFTX microprocessor-based lift station monitors are designed to provide a
wide range of lift station monitoring functions. The monitor is programmed
through a front panel keypad, or via the Internet through WebAdvantage, and
can be configured to provide customized monitoring and alarm notifications for
your application through the web. Your particular unit’s functions can be
determined by comparing the units model number to the Model Numbering table
listed below.
Model Numbering
LIFTX units have several base system control functions and unit optional
features. Your unit may be supplied with one or more of the features described
in this manual. To determine what features apply to your unit check the model
number label located on the controller enclosure.
Options A24 – 24 VDC power supply for mA inputs D – Blue poly mounting panel
(18″T x 20″W) D1 – Mounts LIFTX inside MULTI-BOX (17″W x 14″H x 9″D) D2 –
Mounts LIFTX inside a Fibox (12″W x 14″H x 8″D) L – (5) additional digital
alarm inputs N4 – (4) 4-20mA isolated inputs N8 – (8) 4-20mA isolated inputs
(O4 is not available with the N8 option) O4 – (4) 4-20mA isolated outputs R –
Adds 5 control relays, 120 VAC with pigtails, and mounts cell router in
external enclosure S – Delayed cell service start (up to 4 months) S1 – AT&TTM
service instead of VerizonTM (no delayed start available) S2 – Cell router
only, with no 12 months of data or SIM card W4 – (4) totalizing flow meter
inputs with volume tracking and alarming
The model number starts with LIFTX followed by the desired options (Example:
LIFTX-N4).
NOTES: 1. Base LIFTX units have 5 digital inputs, a built-in cell router, and
12 months of data. 2. All units include 10 customizable notepad fields for
manual reading test entry. These entries can
generate alarms and are stored historically for graphing and reporting. 3. All
units come standard with conduit connections for incoming power. 4. All
required sensors must be sourced separately.
Description of Unit LIFTX monitors provide WebAdvantage internet based remote
monitoring, controlling, and reporting for a wide range of analog and digital
applications.
Control Functions (Relay control only with option R) Each of these control
functions are based on a 4-20mA analog input and will include user-settable
relay control settings along with a High and Low Alarm setting and Limit
Timer. Each control function can control relay output. When the reading
reaches (rises above or falls below) the Set Point the control relay is
activated until the reading changes by the Differential amount.
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II. Installation
Mounting Instructions Select a mounting location that provides the operator
easy access to the unit and a clear view of the controls through the cover of
the controller. The location should be convenient to grounded electrical
connections, and should be on a stable vertical surface.
Electrical Wiring The LIFTX has an internal regulated fused power supply that
will operate off of 90 to 250 VAC at 47 to 63 Hz on the incoming wiring. Each
output relay is individually protected with a replaceable fuse. Relay outputs
will equal incoming line voltage.
! CAUTION !
1. There may be live circuits inside the controller even when the optional
power switch is in the OFF position. Never open the front panel without first
disconnecting power from the outlet. Prewired controllers are supplied with an
8 foot, 18 AWG power cord with USA style plug. A #1 Phillips driver is
required to open the front panel.
2. Low voltage signal wires (mA, digital input, water meter, etc.) should
never be run in conduit with high voltage (like 115VAC) wires.
3. Never attempt to land connections to the controller without first
disconnecting power from the outlet. 4. Do not block access to disconnect
power during mounting and installation. 5. The controller should be connected
to its own isolated circuit breaker, and for best
results, the ground should be a true earth ground, not shared. Any attempt to
bypass the grounding will compromise the safety of users and property. 6. The
electrical installation of the controller must be performed by trained
personnel only and conform to all applicable National, State and Local codes.
7. Operation of this product in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may
result in damage to equipment or persons. 8. Avoid mounting in locations that
expose the controller to direct sunlight, vapors, vibration, liquid spills or
extreme temperatures; less than 0°F (-17.8°C) or greater than 120°F (50°C).
EMI(electromagnetic interference) from radio transmissions and electric motors
can also cause damage or interference and should be avoided. NOTES: 1. Liquid
tight fittings and some labeled signal leads are provided for all signal (low
voltage) connections for both pre-wired and conduit units. 2. Units should be
ordered with the appropriate option to provide powered relays designed for the
incoming/ outgoing power.
Pre-Wired Pre-wired units are supplied with a 16 AWG cable(s) with 3-wire
grounded USA 115 volt plug for incoming power. If option R is selected 3-wire
grounded receptacle cords for all control relay outputs also 16 AWG.
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Conduit Conduit units are predrilled at the factory and supplied with conduit
knockouts for easy hard wiring to supplied detachable connectors on the relay
card(s) located in the lower section of the controller. Remove the screws of
the lower panel for access.
NOTES for option R: 1. Do not drill holes in upper section of enclosure. 2.
All relays provide a N.O. and N.C. output. 3. The control function that
activates each relay output is pre-configured at the factory based on the
options selected. To change relay activation, see on page 13. 4. Refer to
label inside lower panel cover for specific relay board configuration
supplied. 5. Relays configured as “dry contact” should only have D.C. voltage
ran through them. The GND connection point replaces the NEU when configured
for dry contact. (Example: Use GND and N.O. for a normally open dry contact
relay output.)
! WARNING: If jumpers are not configured for dry contact, line voltage will be
supplied.
Motherboard Connections
System Slot
Open
4-20mA Slot
VDC Output Connections
Gnd Gnd -12 -12 +12 +12 +5 +5
Flow Meter Inputs
Comm Card Slot
+5
Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4
Gnd Gnd
Battery
LED Cable
XSi Megatron Main, Rev.
System Card Connections
Digital Input Card
Ground Digital Input 5 Digital Input 4 Digital Input 3
Ground Digital Input 2 Digital Input 1
LED
Note: Use 22 AWG (.76 mm) twisted pair shielded wire for all of these low voltage signal connections.
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4-20mA Output Card Wiring
A. Isolated Configuration For isolated 4-20mA outputs an external power source
for the loop must be supplied. JP4 and JP5 on the
board must be jumpered for isolated with an external power source supplied to
the external VDC input. The
external power source must not exceed 24 volts DC.
B. Non-isolated Configuration For non-isolated 4-20mA outputs the controller
will supply the power for the loop. JP4 and JP5 must be
jumpered for non-isolated and no connections are made to the external VDC
points.
NOTE: The power for the mA output loop is always provided by the controller with either isolated or nonisolated configuration.
4-20mA Input Card Wiring
The 4-20mA input card requires that the external device sending the 4-20mA input signal(s) supply the power for the loop. The external power source must not exceed 24 volts DC.
Note: Older green versions of the 4 input cards supply +12 VDC and ground on the voltage terminals and newer blue versions supply +12 and -12 VDC instead of ground on the “G” postions when configured for non-
ISO
0404+ 03-
mA
03+
Outputs 1-4 02-
02+ 0101+
ISO
ISO
4-20mA Input/Output Card J5
mA Outputs are supplied as non-isolated as shown. For isolated outputs J4 and
J5 jumpers
as shown to here. J4
External VEXT-
VDC Input VEXT+
If J4 and J5 are set for isolated an
V-
J8 external DC voltage must be
ISO
DC V-
connected to power the mA
Voltage V-
outputs.
Connections V+
V+
If J8 & J6 and set for isolated as shown instead of the standard non-
ISO
V+
isolated the external VDC will be
applied to the other V- and V+
IN4- J6 connection points instead of
IN4+ IN3-
mA IN3+ Inputs
IN2-
1-4
IN2+
the controller’s internal 12 VDC on the V+ and ground on the V- connections.
IN1-
IN1+
LED
ISO ISO
4-20mA 8 Input Card
IN8 IN8 + IN7 IN7+ IN6 IN6 + IN5 IN5 +
ISO
ISO
4 Output Only Card
J5
mA outputs are supplied as nonisolated. To be isolated J4, J5, J6 and J8 must
be set as shown here. J4
VEXTVEXT+
VVVV+ V+ V+
IN4IN4+ IN3IN3+ IN2IN2+ IN1IN1+
DC Voltage Terminals
VEXT- External
VEXT+ VDC Input
G J8
G
If J4, J5, J6 and J8
ISO
G
are set for isolated
V+
an external DC
V+
voltage must be
ISO
connected to
V+
power the mA
O4- J6 outputs.
O4+
mA O3Outputs O3+
1 – 4 O2-
O2+ O1-
O1+
When isolated the DC voltage connections will have the external supply instead of the controller’s internal +12 VDC.
LED
LED
isolated voltage (the standard configurtion). Note: Units with only mA outputs
may be provided with a card that has the four outputs at the bottom of the
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card or the top of the card, depending on version used.
III. Front Panel Description
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ACI MEGATRON
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SYS1: PROCESS 1
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COND 1,400 uS/cm STATUS
pH
7.2
3
PSI
125
SYS OK
TEMP: 72.1F
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4
SYSTEM OK
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Thursday, August 29, 2013
02:24:10 PM (Wk1)
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0
SET UP RUN
ENTER
HOME
CANCEL
HELP
BACK
NUMBER Keys-
Used to enter new values in the SET UP mode and to access desired sub menus.
UP/DOWN –
Used to cycle through text options to find desired setting.
LEFT/RIGHT –
Used to cycle through text or setting options to find desired setting.
SET UP/RUN –
System initializes into RUN mode. Press this key to put the controller in SET UP Mode and see HOME menu page.
ENTER –
Used to log a changed value into program.
HOME –
Used to go back to the HOME menu page.
CANCEL –
Used to cancel a pop-up screen if no change is desired.
HELP –
Used to access help screens.
BACK –
Used to go back to last menu screen viewed or clear values keyed in that are not wanted.
The bottom right box in the RUN screen mode is a hot key that will take you directly to a particular menu screen. The hot key can be changed by navigating to the desired screen and pressing the HELP button. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the new hot key location.
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IV. System Operation Overview
Operation
LIFTX controllers have two modes of operation, RUN and SET-UP.
RUN – This mode is for normal operation. In the RUN mode the display will show
each system’s parameters. If an alarm is present, the ALARM box will flash how
many alarms are activated. No settings may be entered or changed in the RUN
mode. Readings are updated every 6 seconds on the screen while in the RUN
mode.
SET-UP – This mode is used to adjust settings and readings on the controller.
To access the SET UP mode from the RUN screen, press the SETUP/RUN key.
V. Menu Navigation
To access the menus press the Set Up / Run key on the front panel. This takes
you to the Home menu. LIFTX controller’s menus are easily navigated by
pressing the associated number key next to a menu box on the screen. Once you
have stepped through the sub menus to reach a point at which a value or
selection is made a Pop-up window will appear prompting you to enter a desired
value or selection.
NOTE: When entering new numeric values, enter all available digits
(characters). this unit does not have relay outputs
1. Home Menu
HOME SETUP<
SETPOINTS CALIBRATION
CUSTOMIZE ALARMS
DATE/TIME CONFIGURE
HISTORY TOTALIZERS
RELAYS
From the HOME menu select the desired menu. The menu name explains what parameters can be programmed in the menu.
SET POINTS –
CALIBRATION CUSTOMIZE ALARMS –
DAY/TIME CONFIGURE HISTORY TOTALIZERS RELAYS –
Setting control set points for mA inputs and digital input alarming.
Calibrating mA signals if present. Giving the controller, system, mA iputs and
all relays a user defined name. View current alarms.
Menu for setting date and time. Menus for configuring passwords, relay
activations, setting history interval, contrast. Allows for view history on
board in a graph form. Menu for configuring flow meter totalizing if present.
Menu for resetting accumulated “ON” times and manual relay activation.
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2. Set Points
The same basic format is used for defining each available analog mA control parameters.
SYSTEM 1 SET POINTS<
mA OUT mA IN
AUX INPUTS
SET POINTS – For setting the relay set points for the available analog readings.
NOTE: In the Setpoint pop-up screen the direction (Rising or Falling) of the setpoint can also be set. Rising setpoints will activate the control relay when the particular reading rises above the setpoint and will stay activated until the reading comes down by the amount of the differential. If set for Falling the relay is activated when the probe reading falls below the setpoint and stays on until the probe reading comes back up by the amount of the differential.
2.1 Set Point Options
mA INPUT 1 SETPOINT<
SET POINT DIFFERENTIAL HIGH ALARM LOW ALARM LIMIT TIME
DISABLER
SET POINT – What reading turns the relay on DIFFERENTIAL – Amount reading changes by before the relay is turned off HIGH ALARM – What reading generates a High alarm. LOW ALARM – What reading generates a Low alarm. LIMIT TIMER – What amount of continuous control will generate a time alarm notice. The relay is locked-out by this alarm. DISABLER – One of the digital inputs can be selected to prevent alarming.
Note: Each alarm value can also be set-up to be displayed or not on the front screen as well as remotely notified or not if connected to the Web Advantage server.
2.2 Aux Inputs
Auxiliary inputs are the generic digital input status indicators from external dry contacts. From these menus the user can set if they want each of the status alarms Displayed, Remote Notification, both or none.
SYSTEM 1 DIGITAL INPUTS ALARM<
ALARM NOTIFICATION DIGITAL 1 = DISPLAY
DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2 DIGITAL 3 DIGITAL 4 DIGITAL 5
NOTE: Digital inputs can have the direction selected between OPEN or CLOSED as the alarm polarity. If set for CLOSED, the input will be in alarm when it sees a closed contact.
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2.3 4-20mA Out
Units with a 4-20mA output option will have a menu for setting up the 4-20mA output. The 4mA and 20mA
values can be defined by giving the output proportioning capability. i.e. 4mA = a pH of 6.0 and 20mA = a pH
of 8.0.
OUT 1 SETUP<
SIGNAL SOURCE – Select which mA reading the mA will use as its reading source.
SIGNAL SOURCE 4mA VALUE 20mA VALUE
4 mA VALUE – What the 4mA signal equals 20mA VALUE – What the 20mA signal equals on the assigned signal sources scale.
3. 4-20mA Output Calibration
CURRENT LOOP CALIBRATION< OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2
mA OUTPUT 1 CALIBRATION< HIGH 4030 LOW 800
mA OUTPUT 1 CALIBRATION< OUTPUT 1 CAL HIGH 4000 Use Up/Down arrows to change Use Enter to save value
4-20mA outputs can be calibrated to ensure that the output generated by the
controller and received by the external device match. With a volt meter
connected across the out and return wires (see page 7) of the 4-20mA output
channel to be calibrated go into the output’s Low or High calibration.
The number displayed in the Calibration dialog box can range from 0-4095 with
800 equal to 0 mA output and 4030 equal to 20 mA. This number range of 0-4095
is the raw digital to analog (D/A) values and is strictly used for a
reference. The D/A numbers you get will vary based on your installation
conditions.
While in the High or Low calibration pop-up screen use the up and down arrows
to change the output value being read with the volt meter. Adjust the High
value for the 20-mA reading and the Low value for the 4 mA value.
3.1 4-20mA Input Calibration
4-20mA inputs can be calibrated to ensure that the input seen by the controller from the external device match. It also allows for setting the 4-20mA input into a number range that relates to the value being read.
CURRENT LOOP CALIBRATION<
INPUT 1 INPUT 2
Select the Input to be calibrated
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mA INPUT 1 CALIBRATION<
20mA 4mA MAX LOW OFFSET
5500 1100
200 0
FACTORY DEF.
Firmware version KA.16.03 and up have logic that suspends any control logic if the mA received is 50% below the stored 4mA value. A # will be placed in the RUN screen for any mA value in this invalid state.
The 20mA and 4mA values are where the controller’s raw analog to digital value
is adjusted to match a 20mA (full scale) and 4mA (bottom of scale) signal from
the external device inputting the 4-20mA input. The external device must be
connected to the controller and showing either full scale or bottom of scale
when calibrating each. The number shown along with either the 20mA or 4mA
while calibrating is the raw A/D value and is only a reference. A 20mA input
should be around 5500 and 4mA around 1100. If the A/D numbers are not in this
range check input device.
The MAX and LOW calibration inputs are for telling the controller what to
display for a 20mA input and a 4mA input. For example, if the input is a drum
level sensor monitoring a 55-gallon drum the value for MAX should be 55 and
LOW should be 0. The controller then displays a number automatically ranging
between 55 and 0 based on the input value. The units of measure (gallons for
example) is set in the Customize menu from the Home page.
OFFSET – Changes the current displayed value of the 4-20mA input reading to
allow for a manual 1pt calibration of the displayed value.
FACTORY DEFAULT – If the 20mA or 4mA calibration has been incorrectly set (not
at 4 or 20) this will reset the settings back to a factory value for 4 and 20.
4. Customize
This menu allows the user to define the on-screen name of the unit plus the name of each system and relay. The user can also setup the Notepad for each system and 4-20mA Input’s name and unit of measurement.
CUSTOMIZE< UNIT NAMES
RUN SCREEN – Allows user to select which mA inputs and/or flow meter inputs are shown on the screen in RUN mode.
RELAY NAMES
NOTEPAD
SYSTEM 1 NAME
mA IN RUN SCREEN NOTE: When entering values for custom names use
the numerical keys for numbers and the up / down
arrows to scroll through all the characters of a key
board. Press the right arrow to advance the curser after setting a desired value. Press the Help button to
place the last entered character into the new cursor space to speed up the process. The Help button will also
jump advance through the characters.
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4.1 Notepad
The Notepad function allows the user to set up a customized manually entered
data field for each system with ten notepad items. The NOTEPAD is ideal for
setting up and storing into the controller’s history the items typically
tested for reporting a service call. The Notepad items come with no names but
when an individual note is selected a menu for setting it appears.
NOTEPAD SYS 1 NOTE 1< NAME NUMBER UNITS ALARMS
4.2 mA Inputs
mA INPUT 1 CUSTOMIZE< NAME UNITS NUMBER
NAME – Pick from a list of defined names or customize your own. NUMBER – Set
the number range. UNITS – Set the units of measurement. ALARMS – Set Hi/Low
alarm points and how frequently a new value is expected to be manually enter
via the History menu.
NAME – Name the input. UNITS – Set the units of measurement. NUMBER – Set the
number range.
4.3 Run Screen
This lets you customize various aspects of the RUN screen.
RUN SCREEN<
MAIN SCREEN SCREENS SHOWN CYCLE TIME
MAIN SCREEN – Customize what is displayed on the RUN screen. SCREENS SHOWN – Pick if the mA input & Aux Flow screens are scrolled. CYCLE TIME – The amount of time between screen scrolls.
5. Alarms
ALARMS< SYS 1 ALARMS
6. Date and Time Set Up
SET DATE AND TIMES< SET DATE SET TIME SET DAY SET WEEK Friday May 14, 2005 03:04:56
ALARMS – Shows any current alarms.
DATE AND TIME – For setting the date, time, day and week on the controller.
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7. Configure
Provides access to menus to set-up passwords, relay activation, temp scale, display contrast, flow switch, inputs, history time stamps, factory set-up and system information.
PASSWORD RELAYS
HISTORY
CONFIGURE<
CONTRAST
NETWORK SYS INFO
FACTORY
CONTRAST – This screen allows for adjusting the display contrast. FACTORY – A factory only menu TEMP SCALE – Set Celsius or Fahrenheit HISTORY – Sets the history time stamp interval. SYS INFO – Tells unit software specifics.
7.1 Password
CONFIGURE PASSWORDS< ADMIN PASSWORD USER PASSWORD USER SET UP
ADMIN PASSWORD – The administrator password gives access to all menus except factory set up. USER PASSWORD – The user password allows the user to access HOME menus that are made available in USER SET UP.
7.2 Relays (if supplied)
RELAY 1 SETUP<
MAIN ACTION ACTIVATOR 2 ACTIVATOR 3 ACTIVATOR 4 DELAY
DISABLE 1 DISABLE 2 DISABLE 3 DISABLE 4 DAILY MAX
CONFIGURE RELAYS – This menu lets you choose a Main Action or function (mA
input setpoint, etc…) to activates a relay.
A pop-up screen appears with a list of all available activation functions to
arrow through.
Additional relay logic is available with up to 3 additional Activators and up to 4 Disablers allowing multiple functions to activate the same relay and multiple functions to prevent the relay from coming on. There is also a Daily Max amount of time that a relay can be on. If a relay is on for the max amount, it does not let the relay come on anymore that day. (A 24-hour clock is used for the day with midnight being the start of the day). The Delay setting is the amount of time a control function must come on before the relay will react and activate. This is to prevent a relay from chattering on/off if a reading is bouncing around the set point or alarm.
7.3 History
This menu is used to set the history “time stamp” interval, the water meter daily history starting hour, the alarm delay period and the USB history save format.
CONFIGURE HISTORY<
INTERVAL W/M HOUR ALARM DELAY SAVE FORMAT
INTERVAL – The amount of time between each history time stamp for probe
readings. W/M HOUR – The time of day that the daily water meter history cycle
is to start. ALARM DELAY – The amount of time an alarm has to be on before it
is recognized as an alarm. SAVE FORMAT – The USB history save format.
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7.4 Contrast This menu is used to adjust the contrast of the display.
7.5 Network
The Network menu is used when a controller is being remotely communicated with either a local network connection or over the internet on the Web Advantage server.
NETWORK<
IP Addr: 192.168.001.006
Subnet: 255.255.255.000
Gateway: 192.168.001.253
DNS:
192.168.1.238
ACI Srvr: connect.webadvantage.online:443
MAC:
E4.38.F2.00.01.3C
DHCP:
ENABLE
WIFI
DIAGNOSTICS
DHCP
SETTINGS
RESET
NETWORK – This menu is used for setting up the remote WebAdvantage
communications and is covered in a separate manual.
http://www.advantagecontrols.com/downloads/pdf/M-WebAdvantage.pdf
NOTE: The Network card must be RESET after making any changes to Network
setting in order to save changes and reset communications.
WIFI / DHCP – Enable or disable if available.
SETTINGS – This menu is used to configure a variety of extended network
options.
CONFIGURE NETWORK<
IP ADDRESS IP MASK GATEWAY SERVER HTTP LOCAL
WIFI NETWORK HTTP REMOTE FTP
WIFI NETWORK – This menu is used for choosing the local wifi network and
setting the password. This is covered more in a separate manual.
https://www.advantagecontrols.com/downloads/quicksteps/QSMegaTronXS-
MT_H_WiFi.pdf
NOTE: Some choices may not be available if DHCP or WI-FI are disabled in
previous NETWORK menu.
7.8 System Information
System information will identify the version of firmware installed in the controller along with the controller’s serial number.
8. History
The onboard history allows for viewing the history of the mA readings, relay activations, key-pad activity, calibrations, flow meter hourly and daily logs and alarms for each system present. It is also where Notepad data is entered and reviewed. An initial overview page is displayed showing your current sample interval, the calculated number of days the unit can keep probe history for before losing the oldest. The number of sensor samples and relay/alarm events and Notepad entries currently stored is also displayed.
HOME REVIEW<
SYSTEM 1
Sample Time: 5 MIN (Length 164.62 days)
Sensor Samples 882
Relay/Alarm Events 323
Notepad Entries
NOTE: The history can be reset by going to the configure menu and entering a different sample interval. After the new sample interval has been set the onboard history is reset.
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8.1 Viewing History
HISTORY<
RELAY LOGS ALARM LOGS SENSOR HISTORY EVENT LOG NOTEPAD
WATER METER
RELAY LOGS – Relay activations displayed in a log form. Arrow up to advance through the log. ALARM LOG – Alarm activations in log form. SENSOR HISTORY – For selecting the parameters and viewing of a given probe reading’s history in log or graph form. EVENT LOG – Displays various activities.
8.2 Notepad Entries
NOTEPAD: SYS 1 NOTE 1<
ENTER VALUE LOG GRAPH
Total Hardness 8 Entries
517.2 Hrs to Alarm
The Notepad section under History is where the user goes to enter new values for the customized notepad items. Each individual notepad item’s manually entered entries are stored in the unit’s history and can be reviewed in log or graph form after 4 or more values have been entered.
9. Option W Totalizers
LIFTX controllers with “W” option may have 1 to 4 auxiliary flowmeter inputs.
These additional inputs are for tracking various flow meter devices
(additional water meters or flowmeters in a metering pump’s discharge tubing).
They can also be linked to a system’s water meter input for additional
tracking and alarm capabilities including: bleed flow/no flow, exceeding too
much flow in a 12- or 24-hour period. Units with Auxiliary Flow meter inputs
have a Home menu selection for Totalizers. The Totalizer menu has selections
for each of the
System Water Meters plus one named Aux Meters.
TOTALIZERS<
SYS 1 WATER METER 1 SYS 1 WATER METER 2
Select the system water meter to set-up or go to Aux Meters to set-up the auxiliary flow meters.
AUX METERS
9.1 Aux Meters A unit may have 1 to 4 Aux Meters. These additional inputs are for tracking various flow meter devices like Advantage Controls’ FloTracker in a metering pump’s discharge tubing. They can also be linked to a system’s water meter input for additional tracking and alarm capabilities.
FLOW METER<
FM01: AUX METER A FM02: AUX METER B FM03: AUX METER C FM04: AUX METER D
Select the Aux Flow Meter to set-up or review.
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9.2
Aux Meter Review
A review screen of the current settings is provided with a selection for the Tracking method and the
Settings.
FLOW METER 1<
TOTAL VALUE: 9966.0 ML
FLOW RATE:
0.0 ML/MIN
CONTACT VALUE: 0.33 ML/CONTACT
LAST RESET ON: 08/25/2006
VOLUME ALARM: 1000 LITERS (24 HOURS)
ALARM NOTIFY: (DISPLAY)
VOLUME:
0.0 LITERS
VERIFY ALARM: 100 SEC (DISPLAY)
RELAY LINK: SYS1 TIMER3
SETTINGS
TRACKING
SETTINGS – Access the various settings for the flow meter.
TRACKING – Provides a pop-up screen to select either FloTracker or Rate and
Volume tracking.
NOTE: Select FloTracker if the aux meter is a FloTracker. Select Rate and
Volume if tracking a water meter or other batch flow device.
9.3
Aux Meter Settings
FLOW METER 1 SETUP<
PULSE VALUE UNITS RESET TOTAL VERIFY ALARM RELAY LINK
VOLUME ALARM RESET VOLUME
METER LINK
PULSE VALUE – Defines the numerical value for a contact, i.e. 225.
UNITS – Defines the units of measure for a contact, i.e. Pulses / Ounce.
RESET TOTAL – Resets the totalized count of the meter.
VERIFY ALARM – If a flow meter is linked to a control relay the controller will give an alarm if it does not receive a contact or pulse from the aux meter within the amount of time defined or if it gets a contact when the relay is not on.
RELAY LINK – The relay link informs the particular aux meter input is relevant to the control function that the selected relay is being driven by. For example, if the aux flow meter is a metering pump’s FloTracker then it should be linked to the relay that is driven by the feed timer that pump will be controlled by. If the aux meter is going to be linked to a water meter in a bleed of line, then it should be linked to the relay that is controlling the bleed off valve.
VOLUME ALARM – If FloTracker has been selected as the Tracking method, an
alarm will occur when the
defined VOLUME USED has passed through the flow device. NOTE: If Rate and
Volume tracking has been selected an alarm will occur if the defined MAX
VOLUME amount is measured within the defined TIME CYCLE which can be a
12-or-24-hour period.
RESET VOLUME – Resets the Volume Alarm totalizer.
METER LINK This selection only shows if the tracking method is Rate and Volume and tells the auxiliary flowmeter input to get its signals from one of the system water meters already wired to the controller’s water meter inputs. If this is selected no wiring to the auxiliary input is required and the PULSE VALUE and UNITS settings are auto populated from the particular water meter’s settings.
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10. Relays (if supplied)
RELAYS<
STATUS RESET FORCE
NOTE: This unit does not have relay outputs.
STATUS – Allows for viewing accumulated relay ON times, temporary forcing
relays ON or OFF or seeing which relay is on. RESET – Allows the accumulated
run time of a particular relay to be reset to zero. FORCE – Allows a relay to
be manually forced ON for a single event from 0-99 minutes. When the event is
over the relay goes back to its normal automatic
control.
RELAY STATUS<
R01: ON
006:30:30
SYS1 COND BLEED
R02: OFF
008:56:35
SYS1 pH
R03: OFF-T
011:00:10
SYS1 TIMER1 INH
R04: OFF
007:00:00
SYS1 TIMER2 BIO1
R05: OFF
008:10:30
SYS1 TIMER3 BIO2
In the STATUS view the accumulated ON time is
shown along with the main activator, custom name and
current status:
ON = Relay on by relay activators OFF = Relay off by normal logic OFF-T =
Relay off for daily max OFF-D = Relay off for relay disabler ON-A = Relay
activated by activator other than main action
H-ON = Relay manually forced on H-OFF = Relay manually forced off
VI. WebAdvantage Setup
WebAdvantage Connection – SETUP CHECKLIST
· Do you have a WebAdv3 USER ID and password? _____ Yes, if `No’ proceed to page 18.
· Has your account admin added the device and linked it to your USER ID? _____ Yes, if `No’ proceed to page 19.
Congratulations! You are now ready to go online with WebAdvantage. https://webadvantage.online/
Complete WebAdvantage
Manual
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USER ID Setup
Setting Up a USER ID
Before you can view a device, a USER ID must be setup. NOTE: If you already
have a USER ID and are just adding a new device, skip to step 4. Step 1: Visit
https://webadvantage.online or access the registration form with the QR code
below.
Step 2: Choose Create Account? at the bottom of the login screen.
Step 3: After completing form click SAVE to create ID.
NOTE: The email address you add will be your USER ID.
Step 4: Important! Contact our WebAdv3 dept with your USER ID (email), the
device’s serial number and your phone number.
USER ID (email)
Device Serial #
Phone: Fax: 918-686-6212 Phone:
918-686-6211 Email:
support@advantagecontrols.com NOTE: Please allow 24 hours for processing.
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Admins Only: Add Device and Assign USER ID
Setting Up / Accessing a Device
NOTE: USER ID and Company Access Permissions are required before you can
access a device. For creating a USER ID see the Setting Up a USER ID steps on
page 17.
Company Access Permissions: If you are not a part of a company already
registered with WebAdvantage, please contact your company’s WebAdv account
manager for device access.
Step 1: Access the WebAdvantage page at https://webadvantage.online.
NOTE: Only company administrators can add, edit, remove or modify devices,
user accounts, history reports. User account permissions only allow for
viewing of devices.
Step 2: Choose Administration at top of page.
Step 3: Then choose Manage Devices.
Step 4: Enter the device’s Name and Serial Number. The remaining fields are
optional. Click SAVE to submit.
NOTE: Please allow up to 24 hrs for processing before controller shows in
device list.
WebAdvantage support can be reached at
918-686-6211 or via email at
support@advantagecontrols.com.
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MegaTron LIFTX Quick Steps
LIFTX Monitor – USB Functions
The LIFTX is capable of transferring information using a FAT formatted USB
drive. The LIFTX has three main USB functions as detailed in the following
sections:
1. Exporting log data 2. Upgrading firmware 3. Cloning user settings for
other units
Getting Started
With the controller powered up, plug the USB drive into the LIFTX USB port.
The USB DRIVE DETECTED pop-up window will appear.
Notes: · You may be required to enter a password. · USB drives must be FAT
formatted. · Not all customized names will be saved.
Exporting Log Data
History from an LIFTX monitor can be saved to a USB drive in one of two file
formats: WebAdvantage or generic comma separated (default).
Comma Separated Format with header row
WebAdvantage Format without header row
Sample Log Data “log.txt” files
To change formats, see Step 2.
Step 1:
To transfer the contents of the LIFTX history logs to the
USB drive, select History USB by using the Arrow buttons. Then press ENTER.
XS Controller
SUYSSB1:DRIVTEowDeErTEsCT1E-D4
COND: –> Hist0oruyS/-c-m> TUESMPB1: 68°F
WM1: 0.0
PRESS
pPHR:ESS
UP/DOWN KEYS TO
ENTER3.TO2 ACCEPT
CHAWNMG2E:
0.0
ORP: 548 mV
FLOW: ON
3 ALARMS! DR
RELAYS
Friday, February 6, 2015 15:50:47 Wk1
Note: Status will be displayed on the screen to show the percent completed of each log record type. Once the log is completely stored, the pop-up window will close. If only a small amount of data is available the screen may disappear quickly. The USB drive will now contain a file name: example “LOG_AB-1234.TXT”. The AB-1234 will be the unit’s serial number.
Step 2: Changing the File Format This is the RUN Screen.
SYS1: COND:
pH: ORP:
XS Controller
Towers 1-4
0 uS/cm TEMP1: 68°F
WM1: 0.0
3.2
WM2: 0.0
548 mV
FLOW: ON
3 ALARMS! DR
RELAYS
Friday, February 6, 2015 15:50:47 Wk1
Step 3:
Push the SET UP RUN button to get this screen. From here push CONFIGURE
(Button 7) to go to the next screen.
HOME SETUP<
SETPOINTS CALIBRATION TIMERS CUSTOMIZE ALARMS
DATE/TIME CONFIGURE
HISTORY WATER METER
RELAYS
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MegaTron LIFTX Quick Steps
LIFTX Monitor – USB Functions
Step 4:
This is the Configure Screen. From here push HISTORY (Button 4) to go to the
next screen.
CONFIGURE<
PASSWORD RELAYS
HISTORY FLOW SW
CONTRAST TEMP SCALE
NETWORK SYS INFO
FACTORY
Step 5: This is the Configure History Screen. From here push SAVE FORMAT (Button 4) to go to the next screen.
CONFIGURE HISTORY<
INTERVAL W/M HOUR DELAY SAVE FORMAT
Step 6: Set the value of the HISTORY SAVE FORMAT by using the arrow keys. Then press ENTER to confirm and go to the previous screen.
CONFIGURE HISTORY<
INTEHRIVSTAOLRY SAVE FORMAT W/M HOUR –> WEB ADVANTAGE DELAPYRESS UP/DOWN KEYS TO CHANGE SAVEPRFESOSRMEANTTER TO ACCEPT
Note: WebAdvantage format is required for uploading history to WebAdvantage
for cloud storage and graphing. Change to Comma Separated format if using a
database software like Excel.
Press SET UP RUN to return to the RUN screen.
Step 7: Remove USB drive and re-insert to initiate the USB DRIVE DETECTED pop-
up window. Repeat Step 1 from section Exporting Log Data.
Uploading data to WebAdvantage
If the controller does not have a communications card you can purchase WEBADV-
XSCLOUD storage of your unit’s history. This one-time fee per controller
allows the LIFTX history to be stored on WebAdvantage for using custom
graphing and multiple user internet access. Contact Advantage Controls or
support@advantagecontrols.com with your unit’s serial number to learn more.
After a LIFTX is set-up for cloud storage, follow these steps:
1. Login to the secure web server: https://webadvantage.online
2. Locate the controller you have data for and click Reports
3. Click History Upload on the left 4. Click Choose File and select the file
you exported. 5. Click Submit and the data will upload 6. You will now be able
to view reports and history
data once completed.
Upgrading Firmware
To upgrade the firmware on your LIFTX, copy the updated software version to a
USB drive. The file name should be “firmware.bin” With the controller powered
up, plug the USB drive into the LIFTX USB port. The USB DRIVE DETECTED pop-up
window will appear. If a password is
in the unit, the USB will ask for it.
Select –> Update Firmware by using the Arrow buttons. Then press ENTER.
XS Controller
SUYSSB1:DRIVTEowDeErTEsCT1E-D4
COND: –> Upda0teuSF/icrmmwTaErMPe1: 68°F
WM1: 0.0
PRESS
pPHR:ESS
UP/DOWN KEYS TO
ENTER3.TO2 ACCEPT
CHAWNMG2E:
0.0
ORP: 548 mV
FLOW: ON
3 ALARMS! DR
RELAYS
Friday, February 6, 2015 15:50:47 Wk1
Warning: Do not remove power or USB during
updating. It may take a few minutes to complete. Once
the first update is complete, power off and remove USB. Wait 20-30 seconds to
power back on and reinstall the
USB after the RUN screen appears and load the firmware a second time.
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MegaTron LIFTX Quick Steps
LIFTX Monitor – USB Functions
After second update is complete, power down and remove USB. Power back on (after 20 seconds) and go to the Configure menu.
HOME SETUP<
SETPOINTS CALIBRATION TIMERS CUSTOMIZE ALARMS
DATE/TIME CONFIGURE
HISTORY WATER METER
RELAYS
From here push SYS INFO (Button 9) and confirm that the unit now has the new
version and that the
CARD version is also current (consult factory for
current).
SXYSSTMEEMGAITNR>FOCONORMCNAOFTNIITGORUNOR:LELE<R
PASSAFWDROVMAWRNADTRAEGERECVO:NTKRAO.L1S0.I0N3CA.JaCnON2T9R2A0S1T8
RELASY/SN: SERIAL#
TEMP SCALE
CARD VER: 5
NETWORK
HISTORY
SYS INFO
FLOW SW
FACTORY
! Warning: If the card revision has not updated
to the newer version, the sensor function will not work correctly. A few power
cycles may be needed to get the system card updated. The mA input and
communications card (if present) may need to be removed with the power off and
a power cycle performed. Once the system card version is updated, power back
down and reinstall the mA and
communications cards.
Cloning User Settings for other Units
The LIFTX has the ability to copy the User Settings from one unit to another.
This process is referred to as cloning.
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
SET UP RUN
ENTER
HOME
CANCEL HELP
BACK
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
SET UP RUN
ENTER
HOME
CANCEL HELP
BACK
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
SET UP RUN
ENTER
HOME
CANCEL HELP
BACK
Step 1: With the controller powered up, plug the USB drive into the LIFTX USB port. The USB DRIVE DETECTED
pop-up window will appear. Select Config USB (Config to USB) by using the
Arrow buttons. Then
press ENTER.
XS Controller
SUYSSB1:DRIVTEowDeErTEsCT1E-D4
COND: –> Con0figuS-/-c>mUTSEBMP1: 68°F
WM1: 0.0
PRESS
pPHR:ESS
UP/DOWN KEYS TO
ENTER3.TO2 ACCEPT
CHAWNMG2E:
0.0
ORP: 548 mV
FLOW: ON
3 ALARMS! DR
RELAYS
Friday, February 6, 2015 15:50:47 Wk1
The User settings will be saved to the USB drive under the file name “CONFIG.BIN”. The pop-up window will close when the copy is completed.
Step 2: Plug the USB drive into the LIFTX that you would like to copy the User Settings to. The USB DRIVE DETECTED pop-up window will appear.
Select USB Config (USB to Config) by using the Arrow buttons. Then press ENTER.
! CAUTION: Do not choose Config
USB again or you will save over your USB
contained CONFIG.BIN file.
XS Controller
SUYSSB1:DRIVTEowDeErTEsCT1E-D4
COND: –> USB0 -u-S>/cCmonTfiEgMP1: 68°F
WM1: 0.0
PRESS
pPHR:ESS
UP/DOWN KEYS TO
ENTER3.TO2 ACCEPT
CHAWNMG2E:
0.0
ORP: 548 mV
FLOW: ON
3 ALARMS! DR
RELAYS
Friday, February 6, 2015 15:50:47 Wk1
The User Data will be loaded into the LIFTX from the USB drive. Once the pop- up window closes, cloning has been completed.
Notes: · Not all customized names will be cloned. · If you have trouble reading clone files, insure that the LIFTX you are cloning has current firmware.
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VIII. Troubleshooting
The LIFTX is designed for many years of trouble-free operation. Should a problem occur, refer to the following chart to help identify the problem. If replacement is required, follow the procedures listed in the Warranty and Factory Service portion of this manual.
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
False mA reading
Bad or dirty electrode Out of calibration
Clean, as needed Calibrate unit
Will not calibrate
Dirty electrode Faulty calibration Faulty electrode Faulty wiring to electrode
Clean electrode
Replace electrode if needed Replace wiring if needed
No system power Relays not energized
Check power source Check fuse Check connections
Check fuse Ribbon cable loose Limit time
Plug into different receptacle Replace as needed Make sure ribbon cables are
secure
Replace as needed Reseat ribbon cable between relay and motherboards
Display blank or resetting Ribbon cable loose
Reseat ribbon cable between display and motherboard at each end
USB not recognized
Ribbon cable loose
Reseat ribbon cable between USB board inside front panel and motherboard
IX. Advantage Controls’ Product Warranty
Advantage Controls warrants control systems of its manufacture to be free of
defects in material or workmanship. Liability under this policy extends for 24
months from date of installation. Liability is limited to repair or
replacement of any failed equipment or part proven defective in material or
workmanship upon manufacturer’s examination. Removal and installation costs
are not included under this warranty. Manufacturer’s liability shall never
exceed the selling price of equipment or part in question.
Advantage disclaims all liability for damage by its products caused by
improper installation, maintenance, use or attempts to operate products beyond
their intended functionality, intentionally or otherwise, or any unauthorized
repair. Advantage is not responsible for damages, injuries or expenses
incurred through the use of its products.
The above warranty is in lieu of other warranties, either expressed or
implied. No agent of ours is authorized to provide any warranty other than the
above.
30 Day Billing Memo Policy Advantage Controls maintains a unique factory
exchange program to ensure uninterrupted service with minimum downtime. If
your controller malfunctions, call 1(918)-686-6211, provide our technician
with Model and Serial Number information. If they are unable to diagnose and
solve your problem over the phone, a fully warranted replacement will be
shipped, usually within 48 hours, on a 30-Day Billing Memo. This service
requires a purchase order and the replacement is billed to your regular
account for payment. The replacement will be billed at current list price for
that model less any applicable resale discount. Upon return of your old panel,
credit will be issued to your account at either 100% if your unit is in
warranty or at 50% if your unit was out of warranty. The exchange covers only
the panel. Electrode and enclosure are not included.
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