Part No. 4801-2994 Rev 10-05
FEED MANAGER
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“Err”
representing that an Error/Alarm condition exists. As soon as the alarm condition clears, the
Auger Fill Indicator
and
Main Display
return to normal operation.
NOTE:
A Current Sensor (6407-6070 ordered separately) or Sens-O-Matic III feed controller (6606-
2000 for a 120vac model or 6606-2100 for a 230vac model ordered separately) is required for
this function.
6. Programming the Feed Manager
This section introduces the Feed Manager programming software. The Feed Manager controller software
allows the use of four ultrasonic feed level sensors (sold separately) while also monitoring two feed augers.
The feed level sensors are used to monitor the feed inventory in the feed bins. The feed auger connections are
used primarily to monitor the runtime of the cross-fill auger motors. The feed augers can only be monitored
when used with a Current Sensor or Sens-O-Matic III feed switch (sold separately). The following figure
shows the Feed Manager programming options which must be carefully selected to allow accurate monitoring
of the Feed Level. By pressing and holding the
Mode
button for at least 5 seconds, the Feed Manager can be
placed in the
Program Mode
as discussed below and on the following pages.
In addition to the feed level capabilities, the optional use of a Current Sensor or Sens-O-Matic III adds a new
alarm feature. The alarm allows you to place a runtime limit on each auger motor to help the user detect feed
spills or protect against running out of feed. If the runtime limit is exceeded, the auxiliary alarm will be
triggered.
FEED MANAGER PROGRAMMING
P 1-9 General Parameters
P1 = Metric Units
YES = Metric Units
NO = English Units
P2 = Feed Sensors Activated
P3 = Feed Sensor Type
P4 = Feed Sensor Dead Zone (ft, m)
P5 = Reset Feed Levels
YES = Reset To Zero
NO = Do Not Reset
P10.x - P19.x Feed Bin Characteristics
‘x’ Represents Bin Number
P10.x = Bin x Diameter (6’, 7’, 9’, 12’)
P11.x = Bin x - # of Rings
P12.x = Bin x Ring Height (Typ. 2.65’ [0.81m])
P13.x = Bin x Cap Angle (30°, 40°)
P14.x = Estimated Bin x Height
P15.x = Estimated Bin x Weight (ton,mton)
P40 - P49 Hired-Hand Network
P40 = HHNET Network Address
P41 = Software Version Number
P42 = Controller Setup
PS1 - PS9 Sensor Readings
PS1 = Feed Sensor 1
PS2 = Feed Sensor 2
PS3 = Feed Sensor 3
PS4 = Feed Sensor 4
6.1
P1 – P9 General Parameters
General parameters are associated with the operation and control of the Feed Manager. These settings should
be entered when the system is installed:
P1 – Metric Units
The units of measure can be selected as either English or Metric Units. Select ‘No’ and measurements
display in English Units. Select ‘Yes’ and measurements display in Metric Units.
Measurement English
Metric
Feed Level
Feet
Meters
Ring Height
Feet
Meters
Bin Height
Feet
Meters
Bin Weight
Tons
Mtons
Dead Zone
Feet
Meters
