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Proflo Installation
1. Loosen the two hex-socket set screws 1 2 3 4 5 6
on top of Proflo case and remove mag-
net housing. Do not remove magnet,
spring, and spacer from magnet housing. ARIEL CORPORATION
WORLD STANDARD COMPRESSORS
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valve manufacturer (Trabon, Dropsa,
etc.). 12T Model
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C US PF1
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CL I, DIV 2 Grps A,B,C,D
T4A Max 85C Amb.
divider valves with cycle indicator REFER TO MANUAL FOR PROPER OPERATION & BATTERY TYPE.
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT WHILE CIRCUIT
IS LIVE UNLESS AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS. BATTERIES
MUST ONLY BE CHANGED IN AN AREA KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS.
pins.
3. Verify O-ring is in place on Proflo magnet 7
housing. Screw magnet housing into end 1. End Plug 4. O-Ring 6. LCD Display
of divider valve. Torque magnet housing 2. Divider Valve 5. Hex-Socket 7. Wire Leads
to 15 foot-pounds max. 3. Magnet Housing Set Screws (2)
4. Slide Proflo all the way onto magnet FIGURE 2 Proflo Installation
housing. Torque set screws to 15 inch-
pounds max. DO NOT over tighten set screws.
5. The Proflo LCD indicates cycle time. Verify correct operation by pumping oil through the divider
valve assembly. The LCD enables the operator to adjust the lubricator pump for correct cycle
time. The force feed lubricator data plate on the lubricator box indicates either normal and break-
in cycle times at maximum rated speed, or normal cycle time for applied speed. Use break-in
cycle times only for the first 200 hours of operation before changing to the normal cycle time. If
unable to determine cycle time, contact the Ariel Response Center.
6. All conduit and connections should be appropriate for area classification. Use flexible conduit to
ease installation. Support conduit and fittings to minimize vibration.
7. After Proflo installation or performance of any maintenance on the lube system, compressor cyl-
inders, or packing, pre-lube the complete system with a purge gun to purge air from the
divider valves and all components BEFORE COMPRESSOR START-UP.
Display Errors
ALARM - Displays when divider valves are not cycling. Programmed divider valve cycle time has
expired. ALARM flashes every 2 seconds during compressor shutdown.To clear alarm, press SET.
Alarm will clear and again indicate cycle time upon compressor re-start.
OVERLOAD - Indicates a wiring short or circuit switching of too large a load. To correct this, check
wiring insulation for bare wires touching ground or each other. Insulate unused wires or re-terminate
wires. Self-resetting fuses on the inputs protect Proflo electronics; they auto reset 45 seconds after
fixing a short.
LOW BATT - Indicates 20% remaining battery life. At 10% remaining battery life, the Proflo shuts
down the compressor and flashes ALARM and LOW BATT until batteries are replaced. See battery
replacement procedure below.
RESET X - Indicates an internal Proflo fault. No alarm displays; the Proflo still counts divider valve
cycles and controls inputs and outputs. While the divider valve cycles, the Proflo counts pulses and
measures time between divider valve cycles. At 30-minute intervals, the processor writes data stored
in memory to on-board EEPROMS. If there is a problem with this, the Proflo issues a Reset error.
1. RESET 1 - Proflo processor unable to determine if the EEPROM contains valid configuration
information. Reset 1 usually occurs after a RESET 3 occurs. Upon reboot, the Proflo loses stored
and configuration data; programmed information must be reentered.
2. RESET 2 - Proflo processor unable to determine storage of any data or location for next data.
Upon reboot, the Proflo loses stored data, but retains configuration data; programmed informa-
tion need not be reentered.
3. RESET 3 - Internal Proflo fault. The Proflo processor tried and failed three resets. The most likely
cause is failure to write to the EEPROM. To try to correct the problem:
a. Remove Proflo batteries.
b. Press SET button for 45 seconds to discharge internal capacitors and ensure a complete
reset.
c. Re-insert batteries to reboot the Proflo.
If the error was a one-time problem, the Proflo reboots as normal.
If diagnostics detect an error on reboot, the Proflo displays a constant RESET error again.
Replace the Proflo and contact Ariel Corporation. Sometimes on reboot, the Proflo flashes
RESET. This is normal.
NOTE: Moisture on Proflo circuitry causes most reset errors. Several design precautions
keep moisture from the circuit board:
The Proflo housing is completely sealed in a low humidity room.
There is a desiccant pack in the circuit board chamber.
The circuit boards have a protective conformal coating.
To start the download, push SET then push MODE five times until the LCD displays SEND DATA?,
then push SET again. Set the FFT software to accept the Proflo data and hold the handheld
computer in a position to communicate with the IrDA port. The LCD displays SENDING. If there is no
device to receive data, the LCD displays FAILURE and returns to LAST and AVG default display
after 30 seconds. The software converts Proflo data to Microsoft Excel files for trending and
graphing.
The internet or most electronic and discount stores offer hand-held palm operating system
computers. For more details on this and other Proflo accessories, contact your packager or Ariel.
7. Re-assemble cover, gasket, and screws. The cover holes align with the six monitor body holes in
only one direction; verify correct installation. Installing the cover upside down results in stripped
screw threads and compromises the battery compartment seal. Do not over-tighten the screws.
Replace lost cover screws with 4-40 x 3/16 in. pan head machine screws.
8. Press SET once, then press MODE until the LCD displays BATTERY. If stored energy was dissi-
pated (see step 4), the monitor checks battery voltage, resets, and displays remaining battery
power. The monitor automatically searches for battery voltage at the next 30 minute read/write
interval and updates to the new battery power percentage. All trending and configuration data
store in the Proflo EEPROM. Battery failure or replacement causes no memory loss.
Proflo GND +V
Blue Power
Control
Line Power Reverse CH 1
Mosfets Polarity
Circuits Blue
Return
Optical
Iso Power
Red
Power Reverse CH 2
Mosfets Polarity
Control Circuits Red
Line Return
4. If isolated inputs are not an option, connect the alarm/shutdown contact to the safety system and
install another proximity switch for the control system to read and calculate oil consumption. Con-
tact Ariel for a proximity switch part number.
5. If Isolated PLC inputs are not an option, wire the Proflo to the "coil" side of a relay, and the control
system to the contact side of the relay. There are inexpensive relays on the market. Ariel recom-
mends a solid-state relay for long life. See Figure 5.
Proflo GND +V
Blue Relay
Control
Line Power Reverse
Mosfets Polarity CH 1
Circuits Blue
Optical
Iso
Red Relay
Power Reverse
Mosfets Polarity CH 2
Control Circuits Red
Line
PLC
Relays
Mounted on Compressor, Provide
Outputs are not isolated Isolation PLC inputs require
no isolation
FIGURE 5 Example Diagram to Read Both Pulse and Alarm Contacts
Some relays may require a current limiting resistor to prevent shorting the power supply through the
relay coil. Many relays come with built-in current limiting circuits. The control system designer must
choose proper relay components.
Operation Notes
1. If alarm output is set to NC operation and the batteries are removed or die, the Proflo opens the
alarm contact. If alarm output is set to NO operation and the batteries are removed or die, the
alarm contact remains open, and the control system will not alarm. For this reason, Ariel recom-
mends NC contact operation.
2. Proflo default programmable settings as delivered to Ariel or reset with the FFT software:
Alarm trip time = 120 seconds
NC/NO settings = NO or non-fail safe
Ariel shop work instructions set outputs to:
Alarm trip time = 120 seconds
NC/NO settings = NC or fail-safe
See Normally Open and Normally Closed Definition on page 2 and Proflo Button Operation on
page 3.
3. Remote mounted Proflo and proximity switch. The Proflo excites the proximity switch circuit
with 3-volt battery power to detect the proximity switch state. Ariel defines maximum wire dis-
tance between the proximity switch and the remote mounted Proflo as 600 feet (183 m) using
standard Proflo batteries, and 10,000 feet (3050 m) powering the Proflo from another power
source. Ariel conservatively calculated these distances based on the following assumptions:
a. Standard 22 gage instrumentation wire at 68F (20C) in a continuous run.
b. Non-significant battery life degradation.
c. No electrical noise injected into wire run.
For a panel-mounted Proflo, Ariel recommends users remove the batteries and use a CCT power
supply.
4. The Proflo records any setup changes to the EEPROM.
5. The white wires on the Proflo can be used for other applications besides reading divider valve
cycle times. The Proflo records history for any dry contact switch such as a liquid dump valve,
high-temperature switch, or valve limit switch.
6. Proflo electronics come with reverse polarity protection/correction. The electronics automatically
correct a reverse polarity output connection on both pulse and alarm outputs.
Proflo Specifications
Temperature Range: -40F to +185
Switching Capability: 170 VDC - 120 VAC @ .5 Amps
Environment Rating: Class I Div. 2 Groups A,B,C,D - T4
Internal Power: AA Lithium batteries.
Device Inputs: Remote switch closure from proximity switch to enable operator to mount Proflo in a
control panel, control room, or other location.
Device Outputs: Pulse output with each divider valve cycle.
Alarm Wiring: N/O (Normally Open) - N/C (Normally Closed).
Proflo Accessories
1. AC panel mount power supply - for safe area only.
2. Panel mount kit. Includes panel mount bracket and a proximity switch.
3. Relay interface module. Use to switch an AC load 120/240 VAC @ 10 Amps.
4. Additional proximity switch.
5. Palm interface Fluid Flow Trending (FFT) software. Converts all information to Excel format for
hard copy trending, graphing, and presentation:
Oil consumption for each 30 minutes of compressor operation.
Every day of over and under lubrication.
Total oil consumption of the compressor lube system.
Daily and total lost dollars due to over lubrication.
Total divider valve system cycles.
Total compressor run time.
For more details on the Proflo and available accessories, contact your packager or Ariel.