ENVIRONMENTAL
CONTROL CENTER
COMPLETE HABITAT AUTOMATION SYSTEM
Congratulations on your purchase of Zoo Med's Environmental Control
Center! The following instructions will assist you with the proper installation
and operation of this unit. Please read the following instructions carefully
before installing this controller. If you have any questions regarding these
instructions or the proper use of this item, please contact our customer
service department at [email protected] or by calling (888) 496-6633
(US and Canada only). Customers in other countries, please call (805)
542-9988.
• DO NOT use the dimming socket (Socket 1) to control mercury vapor UVB lamps (e.g., PowerSun UV Self-ballasted Mercury Vapor lamp), compact fluorescent
lamps, or rock heaters.
• The alarm function is delayed by 30 minutes when power is turned on for the first time, as well as when switching between day and night periods.
• The alarm function on Socket 3 has a 40 second delay before the alarm will be triggered.
• Heat: Make sure that your heating device (e.g., Ceramic Heat Emitter, ReptiTherm® U.T.H., etc.) has the ability to heat your terrarium to the desired
temperature. If your terrarium does not reach the desired temperature, you may need to replace the heating device with one of higher wattage.
• Humidity: The relative humidity level in your terrarium can change rapidly depending on the amount of ventilation in your terrarium. Terrariums made of screen,
or with large screen covers, may have a difficult time maintaining higher humidity levels. Covering portions of the screen with a suitable material may help to
hold the humidity in your terrarium. Be sure not to block UVB lamps or place flammable materials close to heating devices.
• Sensor location: The location of the sensors has a great effect on temperature and humidity levels throughout your terrarium. Be sure not to place the sensors
too close to the heating/cooling device. Be sure that the sensors are in a suitable location to provide the correct temperature gradient and humidity level for
your animals.
In the event that the temperature or relative humidity exceeds the sensor's limits, an error code will show on the display.
• ‘EE’ indicates sensor failure or temperature range exceeded.
• ‘LL’ indicates extreme low temperature reading.
• ‘HH’ indicates extreme high temperature reading (over 199F). When display temp exceeds (set temp + alarm value) then power is stopped and alarm will flash.
• ‘HF’ indicates high temperature reading on the dimming socket, power is stopped and alarm will flash.
If an error code appears, check to see if the sensor has been moved too close to the heat source and ensure that your heating device is in good working order.
Also check to make sure that your humidifier is functioning properly and that the sensor is not submerged in water or covered with condensation. When the
conditions are corrected that caused the error message to appear, the control unit should resume its normal display. If the error code continues to remain under
normal temperature and humidity conditions, contact Zoo Med's customer service department.
• To mute an alarm that is beeping, press any button to temporarily silence it.
• To mute all keypad and alarm tones, press and hold the power button and the down arrow for 6 seconds.
Zoo Med Laboratories, Inc. (Zoo Med) warrants each Environmental Control Center to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and
service for 12 calendar months. The obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at Zoo Med's discretion, of the product or any part
thereof, when the product is returned to Zoo Med, freight prepaid. No claim shall be allowed under this warranty if, in the opinion of Zoo Med, the Environmental
Control Center has been subject to accident or improper usage, including but not limited to: water damage, improper storage, accidental dropping, etc.. This
warranty is in lieu of all other warranties and representations express or implied. Please include your receipt, full name, address, phone number, and email
address along with a note explaining failure when sending any product back to Zoo
Med. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for repair or replacement.
• Controls up to 1000 watts of combined lighting/heating/cooling devices.
• 2 independent temperature probes and 1 humidity probe, all with a 2m
(6.5ft) lead.
• Programmable nighttime temperature drop feature.
• Temperature control range: 0°F to 199°F (-18°C to 93°C).
• Humidity control range: 15% to 95% RH (Relative Humidity).
• Built in memory stores settings in case of power failure.
• Socket 1 controls a dimmable heat source, such as an incandescent
bulb or ceramic heat emitter.
• Socket 2 controls temperature by turning on heating devices in "HEAT"
mode or by turning on cooling devices (e.g., fan) in "COOL'' mode.
• Socket 3 controls humidity by turning on a fogger or mister in “HUMI”
mode or by turning on a fan in “DEHUMI” mode to de-humidify your
enclosure.
• Socket 4 is a digital timer, with up to two programmable on/off periods.
• Sockets 5 & 6 are alternating on/off timers to control your daytime and
nighttime equipment.
• Alarm flashes and beeps when temperature or humidity reaches
extreme high or low levels.
• The alarm function is delayed for 30 minutes when power is turned on
for the first time, and when alternating between day/night periods.
FEATURES:
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
INSTALLING THE CONTROL UNIT:
IMPORTANT NOTES:
ERROR MESSAGES:
WARRANTY:
IMPORTANT:
In order to reduce the risk of fires, electric shock, or personal injury, read and save these instructions prior to operation.
• Use only with a 120 V, 60 Hz. grounded outlet.
•
WARNING - DO NOT
use this device to control any combination of electronics exceeding 1000 watts.
•
DO NOT
stretch or strain wires or power cords connected to this device.
•
DO NOT
immerse any of the Environmental Control Center components in water, the two temperature probes are the only components that can be placed in
water.
• Keep the programmable control unit and handset outside of cages and terrariums; only the remote sensors are to be inside the cage/terrarium.
•
DO NOT
allow heavy objects to rest on any of the Environmental Control Center components or associated cables and power cords.
• The Environmental Control Center is NOT designed to control the temperature of a rock heater (use Zoo Med's ReptiTemp Rheostat instead).
•
DO NOT
operate the unit with a damaged cord, plug, or any other components.
•
DO NOT
use an adapter that converts the grounded three-prong plug to a two-prong plug.
•
DO NOT
alter or modify this product. Contact an electrician if you are unsure about the electrical connection.
•
FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.
After programming is complete, the unit can then be installed. Follow the steps below to complete the installation of your Environmental Control Center.
1.
SET UP TERRARIUM:
Make sure that your terrarium is completely set-up and that the lights, heating/cooling devices, and humidifier/fogger is in place.
2.
INSTALLING REMOTE TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY SENSORS:
Before plugging anything into the Environmental Control Center, place the remote sensors in the
desired location inside the terrarium. The sensor can be attached to the inside walls of your terrarium using double-sided tape or Velcro® hook-and-loop fastener.
Wherever the sensors are placed is where the Environmental Control Center will be measuring the temperature and humidity.
3.
MOUNT THE CONTROL UNIT:
Place the control unit in the desired location outside of your terrarium. Do not place the control unit inside the terrarium as the
higher temperatures and humidity levels can have adverse effects and cause eventual failure.
4.
PLUG IN THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL CENTER:
Your Environmental Control Center should already be plugged in and programmed. If you have unplugged
the Environmental Control Center to move it, plug it back in now. The time of day may need to be reset. The programmed settings are stored in the memory and
will not need to be reset.
5.
PLUG IN LIGHTING, HEATING/COOLING DEVICE(S) AND HUMIDIFIER:
Finally, plug in the heating (or cooling) device to the socket labeled "Heating or Cooling."
Plug the humidifier (e.g., ReptiRain® or Reptifogger™) into the socket labeled "Humidify/Dehumidify", and the remaining equipment into the timer sockets.
Check to make sure that your heating/cooling device and humidifier are switched on. The installation of your Environmental Control Center is now complete!
ZOO MED LABORATORIES, INC.
3650 Sacramento Dr.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: 805-542-9988
email: [email protected]
www.zoomed.com
