herdstar BinTrac Breeder Control, Operation Manual

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Operation Manual
Version 2.0
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Part Number MAN-000009
Service
Maintenance and Repair
Your BinTrac module contains NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS. If, after troubleshooting, the product stops working
for any reason it must be returned for repair.
To keep your BinTrac Breeder Control system functioning effectively, ensure that you periodically inspect the
weighing system attached to the weigh bin. Inspect for material under the bin legs and for any binding.
Do not clean the BinTrac modules with a pressure washer. Use a washcloth soaked in warm water containing a mild
detergent and disinfectant.
Troubleshooting
Flashing Fill
The error message will flash during an unload batch if a fill event is detected. will continue to flash up
to 10-20 minutes following the fill event to allow for settling and accurate batching. Batching will automatically resume
following the 10-20 minute delay.
Flashing Set.LC
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is displayed only when the unit is first turned on. This simply means that you must set/verify the L.C.CAP
setting in the SETUP mode to ensure proper weighing calibration of the system. Once this is set, the message will no
longer be displayed.
Load Batch Does Not Start
Loading of weigh bin is based on a gross weight target amount. If the target amount is currently below the gross
weight in the bin, batch will not start.
BinTrac Breeder Control Blank
BinTrac Breeder Control(s) weight display and tank level indicators are blank/off. This can be caused by loss of
power to the unit, disconnected or broken wires, or damaged equipment.
1. Reset Problem
a. A brown out condition can sometimes cause a problem with reset and startup of a Breeder Control.
Disconnect power to the devices with a 20 second delay before reapplying the power.
2. Loss of Power
a. Inspect the electrical outlet for the BinTrac Power Supply. Ensure it is making a good electrical
connection.
b. Verify the breaker or GFI for the electrical outlet is not tripped.
3. Measure Input Voltage from BinTrac Power Supply
a. Disc12 and -12 PWR wires within BinTrac Breeder Control(s) and measure input power.
Input power should read between 11.5 to 12.5 VDC. If no voltage is detected, the BinTrac Power
Supply may be defective.
4. Inspect all cabling between power supply, Breeder Control(s), and Smart Summing Boxes to ensure it has not
been damaged.
5. Disconnect components until the defective component is located that is shorting power.
a. Disconnect Smart Summing Boxes and cycle power.
b. Disc12 and -12 PWR connects in the BinTrac Indicator and measure Smart Summing Boxes.
Verify the electrical outlet the BinTrac Power Supply is plugged into is in good condition.