1 • PRELIMINARY INSTRUCTIONS
This section contains information and warnings
of a general nature which should be read before
proceeding with controller installation,
configuration and use.
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General description
Modular controllers GEFRAN series GEFLEX Multifunction
have been designed for temperature control in any applications
involving heating or cooling processes.
They represent an exclusive combination of
performance, reliability and applicational flexibility.
In particular, this new line of Gefran temperature
controllers is the ideal solution for application in sectors where
performance and service continuity are important, including:
extrusion lines
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injection molding for plastic materials
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thermoformers
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presses for rubber
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wrapping and packaging machines
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processing plant for the food industry
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cooling switchboards
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climatic chambers and test benches
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ovens
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paint plants
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etc.
The GEFLEX Multifunction series controllers are made on an
extremely versatile hardware and software platform, that allows
the most suitable I/O composition for the plant to be chosen
from a series of options.
Attention: the programming and configuration
parameters are described in the "Programming and
Configuration" manual enclosed with the Geflex
Master and downloadable from www.gefran.com
Preliminary Warnings
The following preliminary warnings should be read
before installing and using the series GEFLEX
Multifunction controller. This will allow the controller
to be put into service more quickly and will avoid
certain problems which may mistakenly be
interpreted as malfunctions or limitations of the
controller.
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Immediately after unpacking the controller, make a
note of the order code and the other identification
data given on the label affixed to the outside of the
container and copy them to the table below.
These details must always be kept close at hand and
referred to the personnel involved in the event of help
from Gefran Customer Service Assistance.
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Check also that the controller is complete and has
not been damaged at all during transit, and that the
package contains not only the controller and these
Instructions for Use, as well as for the GEFLEX
Multifunction Master model, the "Programming and
Configuration manual”.
Any inconsistencies, omissions or evident signs of
damage should be reported immediately to your
Gefran sales agent.
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Check that the order code corresponds with the
configuration requested for the application the controller is
needed for, referring to Section:
“Technical - Commercial Information”.
Example: GFX-S2 - V/0-0 - D - RR - P - P0
Slave model
Functional module
Rated voltage
Cooling output
Auxiliary outputs
Digital input
Diagnostics
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Before installing the GEFLEX Multifunction temperature
controller in the machine control panel or host system, read
paragraph 2.1 "Overall dimensions and mounting
dimensions”.
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If the instrument is to be configured by PC, make sure you
have the WINSTRUM Kit.
For the order code refer to Section "Technical-Commercial
Information”.
Users and/or system integrators who wish to know
more about the concepts of serial communication
between standard PC and/or Gefran Industrial PC and
Gefran Programmable Instruments, can access the
various technical reference Documents in Adobe
Acrobat format available in the Download section of
the Gefran Web Site www.gefran.com including:
• Serial Communication
• MODBus Protocol
In the event of presumed instrument malfunction, before
contacting Gefran Technical Service Assistance, refer to the
Troubleshooting Guide given in Section 6 "Maintenance", and
if necessary refer to the F.A.Q. Section (Frequently Asked
Questions) on the Gefran Web Site www.gefran.com
SN............................... (Serial Number)
CODE ......................... (Product code)
TYPE........................... (Order code)
SUPPLY...................... (Type of electrical power supply)
VERS. ......................... (Firmware Version)
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