Technical Manual

Cold Storage Controller

TAR / TARP
from Software Version 021028
Nr. 5311009-00/18E
TAR 1810
TARP 1860
TAR (2)3810
TARP (2)3860
TAR (2)5810
TARP (2)5860
TAR (1)9810
TARP (1)9860

Please note
Safety
Informations !

z Cold Storage Controller drives Solenoid Valve, Defrost Heater,

Alarm Device and Fan
z Available in 5 housings
z Digital Input for door-contact
z Switching Mode selectable
z Defrost Mode selectable, Manual Defrost
z Defrost Termination by time / temperature
z Fan Control by time / temperature
z Over-/Undertemperature Alarm
z Analogue Output (TARP only)
z Protocol Memory, e.g. for HACCP purposes (TARP only)
z Alarm Buzzer and Alarm Relay

ELEKTRONISCHE REGELUNGEN GMBH

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Contents Type Overview

Page
Safety Instructions, IMPORTANT ! .................................. 13 TAR 1810 ............ panel housing . 12-24V AC/DC
Operating / Operating Instructions ................................... 3 TARP 1860 ............ like obove, with additional protocol memory
Protection by Access Code .............................................. 3 and Analogue-Output 0-10V DC
Parameter Listing ............................................................. 4
TAR 3810 ............ for 35mm DIN-rail, 230V
Functional Description
Display & Sensors ............................................................ 6 TAR 23810 .......... for 35mm DIN-rail, 115V / 60 Hz
Temperature Control .................................................. 6 TARP 3860 ............ protocol mem., 230V, Output 0-10V DC
Day / Night shift .......................................................... 6 TARP 23860 .......... protocol mem., 115V, Output 0-10V DC
Temperature Alarm ................................................... 6 TAR 5810 ............ panel housing 96x48mm, 230V
Alarm relay ................................................................. 6 TAR 5810 V ........ like above, reinforced relay K1
Real Time Clock / Time Switch .................................. 7 TAR 25810 .......... panel housing 96x48mm, 115V / 60Hz
Defrost ........................................................................ 7
TARP 5860 ............ protocol mem., 230V, Output 0-10V DC
Fan Control ................................................................. 8
Digital Input ................................................................ 9 TARP 25860 ......... protocol mem., 115V, Output 0-10V DC
Analogue Output ........................................................ 9 TAR 6810 ............ for refrigerated cases, 230V
Networking ................................................................. 9 TAR 19810 .......... 19"-module, 8TE 230V
Dimensions and Connections .......................................... 10 TAR 29810 .......... 19"-module, 8TE 115V
Installation / Run-up ......................................................... 13 TARP 19860 .......... protocol mem., 230V, Output 0-10V DC
Failure handling / Failure help ......................................... 14
TARP 29860 .......... protocol mem., 115V, Output 0-10V DC
Parameter Listing older units ..................................... 15

Technical Data Accessories (please order separately)

Supply Voltage ................... see Type Overview - Temperature Sensors TF 201 or TF 501
Power Consumption ........... appr. 3,5 VA
Contact Rating ................... 8A cos phi = 1, 3A ind. / 250V For TAR 1xxx:
Operating temperature ....... -10...+55°C (14...131°F)
Storage temperature .......... -30...+70°C (-22...158°F) - Transformer 107-1300-0017 (230V/14V / 5VA) or
Relative Humidity ............... max. 80% r.H. - Transformer 107-1300-0018 (230V/22V / 5VA) or
Display ............................... LED,7-segment,red,character height - Transformer 107-1300-0052 (230V/12V / 5VA)
13mm (.51) 19"-module : 10mm
Resolution .......................... 0,1°C / 0,2°F For 19"-units:
Accuracy ............................ typ. +/- 1K
Temperature sensors ......... TF 201 (PTC) or TF 501 (Pt1000) - Subrack or Panel Housing
Control-/Display Range
with TF 201 ............. -55...+105°C / -67...221°F
with TF 501 ............. -110...+120°C / -166...248°F
Data storage parameters ... unlimited
Clock backup ..................... typ. 10 days after mains is lost
Relay indicators ................. 3 mm, red
Digital input ........................ mains voltage
(1xxx/4xxx: external N/O)
Interface ............................. E-Link (RS-485)
Electrical connection .......... screw terminals 2,5mm (.1)
19"-module : "F"-connector
Protection ........................... IP 30
1810/5810 ... IP 54 from front

Recording Function (TARP only)

Storage interval .................. adjustable, 1...90 minutes
Capacity ............................. 39 days (at 15 min. interval,
appr. 3770 values)
Analogue Output ................ 0-10V DC, 3 mA max.

On the parameter page you will find further informations.

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Operating

Operating Elements
Parameters

Cooling ON/OFF Fan ON/OFF All selectable parameters hold a parameter number (e.g. P03), you
will find a listing on the next page.
increase TAR
values 1/ 3/
Calling up and editing
programming
P key Press key 'P' ............ parameter number appears
decrease 2/ 4/
values ELREHA Use '×/Ø' ................. select desired parameter
Press "P" again ........ parameter value appears
Defrost ON/OFF Alarm ON/OFF Use keys '×/Ø' ......... adjust parameter value
Decimal point, flashes Press 'P' again ......... value is stored, back to parameter no.
while night-shift flashes while data transfer

All TAR-versions are marked in the same way

Auto scrolling Unlock Keys

Hold '×/Ø'-keys to scroll values automatically. To prevent un-authorized persons from editing parameter values, there
is a locking function which allows only the most important parameters
Manual Defrost to be changed at any time. All other parameters must be unlocked
beforehand. This means that at parameter P50 (older versions: P44) a
certain value is to be set (see parameter listing) :
While the actual control value is displayed, a defrost cycle can be
initiated by holding the '×'-key for more than 3 seconds.
Press key "P" ............. parameter number appears
The defrost cycle can be terminated holding the 'Ø'-key for more
Use "×/Ø" ................. select code parameter (P44)
than 3 seconds.
Press "P" again ......... parameter value appears
Use "×" ..................... set value to --88--
Wake-Up
Press "P" again ......... value is stored, back to parameter no.

If the controller was de-activated via interface (e.g. by a PC), the

If no key is hit for about four minutes, the access code is cancelled and
display shows 'oFF'. Holding the 'Ø'-key for more than 3 seconds
the editing function is locked automatically.
'wakes up' the unit manually.

Failure Handling

Sensor short circuit or broken Display shows "oFF" if:

The display flashes if one of the two sensors is short or broken or if 1. ...controller unit is disabled
the actual value exceeds the specified range. via digital input OK1 resp.
The internal buzzer and the alarm relay will be activated after 1 via network.
minute, like preset with P30.
2. ...you select parameters
Control sensor disturbance P02 or P20 and the Limit
Sensor is disabled.
If the control sensor fails, all control functions will be disabled by de-
activating the relay outputs.
Display flashes with any
Exception: If switching mode 'freezing' is selected, the fan relay value. One of the two
will be activated to prevent from icing. If the evaporator sensor fails, sensors is short or broken
all control functions will work normally, but no defrost cycle can be or the actual value
initiated. exceeds the specified
range.
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Param. Dis Code Description Range Default Your value
No. onl.
P01 X Actual temperature control sensor (°C / °F)
P02 X Actual temperature evaporator sensor (°C / °F)
P03 no Control setpoint Low limit P08...high limit P07 0 °C
P04 88 Control setpoint 2 (night-setpoint) ± 100 °C (°F) 0 °C
P05 88 ON-time control setpoint 2 (e.g. 193=19:30) 0...235, oFF oFF
P06 88 OFF-time control setpoint 2 (e.g. 070=07:00) 0...235, oFF oFF
P07 88 Highest adjustable Control setpoint ± 100 °C (-148...212 °F) +50 °C
P08 88 Lowest adjustable Control setpoint -100°C / -148°F up to (P07) -50°C
P09 88 Control differential (Hysteresis) 0,3...20,0 K resp. F 2K
P10 88 Switching mode cooling relay 1= refrigeration, 2= freezing,
3= heating 1 (refrig.)
P11 88 Compressor pause delay (cooling relay) 0...59 minutes 2 minutes
P12 88 Fan stop/go temperature -100°C... +100°C (hyst. 3K fixed) 50°C
P13 88 Fan mode 1=, 2=, 3=, 4=, see text 1
P14 88 Fan delay after defrost 0...30 minutes 3 minutes
P15 X Minutes remaining until defrost termination
P16 X Minutes remaining until refrig. restarts after defrost
P17 X Minutes remaining until fan restarts
P18 X Minutes remaining until alarm is activated
P19 88 Control sensor correction +/-10,0 K/F 0K
P20 88 Evaporator sensor correction / switch off +/-10,0 K/F, off 0K
P21 70 Sensor type / physical dimension / temp. range 1= TF 501 / °C / -110...+120°C 2
2= TF 201 / °C / -55...+105°C
3= TF 501 / °F / -166...248°F
4= TF 201 / °F / -67...221°F
5= no function
P22 88 Defrost termination temperature 0,0...30,0°C / 118,0°F 10°C
P23 88 Defrost method 1= electric, 2= hot gas,
3= electric+AZV, 4= hot gas+AZV 1
P24 88 Defrost time # 1 000...235, oFF (1.+.2 position = hours, oFF
P25 88 Defrost time # 2 000...235, oFF 3.position = minutes x 10) oFF
P26 88 Defrost time # 3 000...235, oFF oFF
P27 88 Defrost time # 4 000...235, oFF oFF
P28 88 Defrost (safety) time 1...120 minutes 30 min.
P29 88 Drain time (refrigeration delay after defrost) 0...99 minutes 0 min.
P30 88 Alarm mode 0= Alarm relay active ON
1= Alarm relay active OFF
2= like "0", internal buzzer off
3= like "1", internal buzzer off
4= Alarm relay like internal buzzer 1
5= Rel.4 switches with setpoint 2
alarm message by buzzer/LED
6= Alarm relay switched via DDC onl.
P31 88 Alarm delay 1...99 minutes, if sensor fails
always automatically < 1 minute 5 minutes
P32 88 Alarm high limit temperature (relative to P03) 0...100 K 100K
P33 88 Alarm low limit (absolute value) ± 100 °C -100°C
P34 88 Digital input (optocoupler input resp. OK1) 0= input de-activated 0
1= door contact
(fan OFF immediately, refrig. OFF
after 3 min., alarm after P35)
2= alarm input
(alarm after P35 )
3= control setpoint 2 (after P35,
priority higher than by time)
4= defrost (with P35 as 'OFF' time)
5= controller OFF
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Param. Dis Code Description Range Default Your value

No. onl.
P35 88 Control input delay 0...99 minutes 2
P36 88 Analogue output high limit ± 100 °C (-148...212 °F) 0
P37 88 Analogue output low limit ± 100 °C (-148...212 °F) max. P36 0
P38 88 Analogue output mode 0= OFF, 1= proportional
2= antiproportional 0
P39 88 State of built in data logger (TARP-types only) 0= OFF, 1= ON,
2= data logging impossible
because no memory present 0
P40 Protocol interval (locked if P39=1) 1...90 minutes 15 min.
P41 no Date year (locked if P39=1)
P42 no Date month (locked if P39=1)
P43 no Datum day (locked if P39=1)
P44 no Time hours (locked if P39=1)
P45 no Time minutes (locked if P39=1)
P46 no Time seconds (locked if P39=1)
P47 88 Baudrate,
data transfer speed via interface 1= 1200 Baud, 2= 2400 Baud,
3= 4800 Baud, 4= 9600 Baud,
5= 19200 Baud 4
P48 88 Adress of unit in a network 0...78 78
P49 no Manual defrost "×"= Start defrost cycle
"Ø"= Terminate defrost cycle
P50 X no Access Code 0...99 0

Parameter listing

Please note that you need a different code for changing sensor
type.

Default values and settings are factory settings.

Set parameters to factory default:

- Switch off supply voltage,

- press and hold the 'P'-key
- switch on supply voltage
- hold the key for about 5 more seconds

While holding the key, the display shows one by one:

software- version, date and 'def.'.
'def' signifies that all parameters are set to default values now.

Clear protocol memory (TARP-types only)

- switch off supply voltage

- press and hold the 'P'-key
- switch on supply voltage
- hold the 'P'-key longer. Before softwareversion is over
- hold 'Ø'-key, display shows 3 horizontal segments and '00'
- A value from 00 to FF (hex) will be increased.

Clearing the complete memory can last up to 17 minutes.

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Functional description

Display & Sensors 3= heating

All temperature values can be displayed in °C or °F. Parameter P21

activated
allows toggling between these two display modes and to change the
type of sensor. The actual display of both inputs has a resolution of
0,1K (0,2°F). Both, TF201 (PTC) and TF501 (Pt1000) sensors can
be used, but note that this results in different display ranges. If not de-activ.
required, sensor 2 (Limit Sensor) can be disabled.

hysteresis

setpoint
cold warm
Temperature Control

The temperature setpoint can be predefined with (P03). The control-

ler compares the actual room temperature with this setpoint and
energizes or de-energizes relay K1. Temperature control will be
realized by switching a solenoid valve or a compressor with this
relay. 2. Setpoint / 'Night'-setpoint / day-night-shift
In order to be fail-safe in case of any internal power failure, there is
a possibility of selecting the correct switching mode (P10). In To economize energy, e.g. at night, the unit can be work with a
refrigeration mode the N/O relay contacts are used so that the load second setpoint P04. This setpoint can be activated by the internal
is shut off in case of failure. time-switch (P05/P06) or the digital input OK1.
In freezing mode the load is connected to the N/C contact, with the The decimal point of the display flashes to indicate that the second
load running constantly in case of failure. setpont is present.
The switching hysteresis (differential) is adjustable to prevent the
system from short cycling (P09). A pause delay (P11) prevents a Temperature alarm
compressor from switching ON again immeditaly.
An alarm relay (K4) and a built-in buzzer are available for warning
Setpoint range purposes.
A delay timer (P31) starts, if the temperature measured by the
With parameters P07/P08 you can limit the setpoint range. control sensor exceeds the range set by parameters P32/P33.
After this timer is run down, the alarm relay and the buzzer will be
Switching mode relay K1 activated. P32 is relative to setpoint P03, so P32 will be shifted the
same amount as the setpoint.
The switching characteristic of relay K1 (= cooling mode) is
defined by parameter P10 (as explained above). -- Any key resets the buzzer. --

1= refrigeration If the temperature has left the range, P18 shows the remaining time
until an alarm occurs.
activated If the temperature comes back to the working range, relay and
buzzer will be reset automatically.

Alarm relay operation modes

de-activated
hysteresis

With parameter P30 you select the mode of alarm relay and internal
cold warm
setpoint

buzzer:

0 = Alarm relay active ON, buzzer activated

1 = Alarm relay active OFF, buzzer activated
2 = Alarm relay active ON, buzzer de-activated
3 = Alarm relay active OFF, buzzer de-activated
2= freezing 4 = Alarm relay works like the built-in buzzer, to connect an
activated external horn
5= Continuous ON of relay K4 if control setpoint 2 is being
activated. Alarm messages will be forwarded by buzzer and
alarm-LED only. With this function light can be switched by
time control.
de-activ. 6= Alarm relay can be switched via DDC (interface) only. This
works as well as the controller is de-activated by DDC or
hysteresis

cold warm
setpoint

control input. The switching command keeps stored, so the

relay position will be restored after a breakdown of supply
voltage.

The alarm function can be started too by interrupting mains voltage

Connect load to N/C contact of relay K1. at digital input OK1 (see P34)
(TAR 18xx versions: open external switch between terminals 18 and
19)
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Real time clock

3rd Position=
The TAR Cold Storage Controller contains a real time clock which minutes x 10
allows you to initiate four (8 with AZV) defrost cycless a day.
The timer has a power backup for about 10 days in case of power
failure.
The time of the day and the date can be set with parameters P41 thru
P45.
The defrost times are set with P24 thru P27 in 10 minute increments 1st and 2nd
in a 24 hour (military) format. Example: 13.20 = 01:20 p.m. Position=hours
The second setpoint switch is made with P05/P06.

Because the display has only three digits, the time value comes in Switch times can be de-activated by setting to 'oFF'.
the following format:
While the data recording function is active, time and date cannot
be adjusted.
To adjust the clock, first de-activate data logger (P39=0).

Defrost

One relay output (K2) is used to control a defrost device. Defrost time doubling (AZV)

Defrost Initiation This is a simple function to double the quantity of the potential defrost
cycles (4 --> 8). The unit generates new defrost times automatically
A. by internal timer, four times available (P24 thru P27) by adding 12 hours to existing times.
B. by digital input OK1 (see chapter 'digital input').
In this case P35 will take effect as a 'defrost OFF' time. Example:
C. manually (P43). If a defrost cycle is fixed at 14:30, the unit starts an additional cycle
at 2:30 (am) without entering this time.
The defrost device is always driven from the n/o contact of relay K2.
There is no need for external interlocking the defrost output with the
cooling output since the temperature controller is disabled while a Manual Defrost
defrost cycle.
With P23 you can select four different defrost modes, which are A. Parameter P49 allows you starting a defrost cycle with the "×"
working independent from switching mode of relay K1. key, unless the sensor is already above termination temp.
For information there is parameter P15 showing the remaining time B. While the actual temperature is on the display, a defrost cycle
of the momentary defrost cycle until termination by time. can be initiated by holding the "×" key for more than 2,5 seconds.

Defrost Modes Defrost Termination

With P23 a defrost mode can be set. A defrost cycle can be terminated by :
A: Thermal termination.
1 = Heater or Free Air Defrost
Whenever the evaporator sensor temperature (P02) is warmer
If a defrost cycle starts, relay K2 is energized (= heater ON) and
than the temperature limit set with parameter P22, defrosting will
K1 terminates cooling. (relay de-activated if P10=1, activated if
be terminated. If not necessary, switch off the evaporator sensor
P10=2 )
at P20.
2 = Hot Gas Defrost B: Termination by (safety) time.
If a defrost cycle starts relays K2 (bypass-valve open) and K1 The time set with parameter P28 is the maximum time a defrost
are energized (solenoid valve open, relay activated if P10=1, de- cycle can last before it is terminated automatically.
activated if P10=2 ).
C: Manual termination.
With parameter P49 you can terminate a defrost cycle by
3 = Heater or Free Air Defrost + defrost time doubling (AZV)
pressing the "Ø" key.
If a defrost cycle starts, relay K2 is energized (= heater ON) and
While the actual temperature (P01) is on the display, a defrost
K1 terminates cooling. (relay de-activated if P10=1, activated if
cycle can be terminated by holding the "Ø" key for more than 2,5
P10=2 )
seconds.
4 = Hot Gas Defrost + defrost time doubling (AZV) D. If the defrost limit sensor is interrupted, the defrost cycle will
If a defrost cycle starts relays K2 (bypass-valve open) and K1 be stopped immediately.
are energized (solenoid valve open, relay activated if P10=1, de-
After the defrost cycle is terminated, the beginning of the cooling
activated if P10=2 ).
function is delayed (P29). This prevents freezing water drops on the
evaporators surface.
P16 shows the remaining time until cooling starts again.
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Evaporator Fan Control

Three different modes of fan operation can be selected with parame- Special case
ter P13.
A temporal fan-ON delay is active after a defrost cycle (P14). If digital input OK1 is used for door monitoring, the fan will stop
A thermostatic delay is always active, that means the fan starts only immediately if the door is opened.
if the temperature measured with the evaporator sensor is 3K below
the fan stop/go temperature (P12).
If this function is not desired, P12 can be set to its upper border to Practical conditions
make it inefficient.
While the drain time (P29) the fan remains stopped. The fan is always switched by the n/o contact of relay K3.

If you want to realize a thermostatic delay, select fan mode 2 and

Fan Modes adjust setpoint P12.

1 = Fan runs if compressor output (K1) is on. If you want to realize a thermostatic delay and free air defrost, please
After defrosting the fan output is OFF until the programmed Fan realize a parallel connection of fan relay and defrost relay.
Delay Time (P14) is complete. .

2 = Fan runs continously, except during defrost and Fan Delay Time
(P14) after defrost.
Thermostatic fan delay: The fan stops if the temperature measu-
red with the evaporator sensor exceeds (P12). If this function is
not desired, P12 can be set to its upper border to make it
inefficient.

3 = Fan runs if the compressor output (K1) is on, and during defrost.
The temporal fan delay must be set to "0". This mode can be
used for free air defrost.

4 = Fan runs permanently, except if unit is switched off via interface.

(P17) informs about the remaining time until the fan starts again.

Switching Characteristic (Overview) Cooling delay

Fan delay
Defrost event

Cooling ON
(Relay K1)
Function OFF

ON
Defrost (Relay K2)
OFF

Temperature
Fan Stop/Go
flow in the setpoint
evaporator

Fan Stop/Go setp. ON

Fan
on highest value OFF
Mode
1 Fan Stop/Go setp. ON
active OFF

ON
Fan Stop/Go setp.
Fan on highest value OFF
Mode
Fan Stop/Go setp. ON
2 active OFF

Fan Stop/Go setp. ON

Fan on highest value OFF
Mode
3 Fan Stop/Go setp. ON
active OFF
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Digital Input Protocol Memory Analogue Output (TARP-types only)

Digital input OK1 is normally connected to mains The Cold Storage Controller versions TARP con- The Cold Storage Controller versions TARP
voltage. If this voltage is interrupted, the function tain an additional, nonvolatile memory. contain an analogue output with a 0-10 V DC-
set with P34 will be initiated after a time delay Actual values of the control sensor can be stored signal. Because the output is scalable, it can be
(P35). P35 is adjustable within 0...99 minutes, but in this memory with adjustable intervals (1...90 used either to forward the actual value (control
at '0' the minium delay is appr. 4 seconds. minutes, P40) together with their date and time. sensor) or as a proportional controller output.
The capacity of this memory is rated in the way
Using the TAR 18xx this function must be that always the last 30 days remains stored (15 P36 describes the temperature the output amounts
started by opening an external, potential min. intervals). 10 V DC.
free switch. Never connect mains voltage to Stored values older than 30 days will be cleared P37 describes the temperature the output amounts
these terminals! This external contact must automatically in favour of new values. 0 V DC.
be suitable for 5VDC/1mA. This function can be activated by parameter P39. P38 switches the output on/off and fixes if the
If the value of P39 is '2', then data logging is voltage output should rise or fall if the temperature
0= Digital input OK 1 is de-activated impossible (TAR-types, no protocol memory). rises.

1= Digital input OK1 works as a door-switch. These stored values cannot be read from the Example for Actual Value Forwarding:
- The fan stops immediately, TARP's display, they can only be read via inter- You want to use a remote display or similar, which
- Refrigeration stops after 3 minutes, face by the PC-software 'COOLVision'. shows -40°C with 0V input and +50°C with 10V
- after P35 is run down an alarm will be With this feature the TARP is qualified for execu- input.
generated, alarm relay and buzzer will be ting the recording duty in a network as well as the P37 = '-40', P36 = '+50', P38 = '1'
activated, refrigeration switches ON again. host PC is defect or must be switched off.
Example for a Proportional Controller:
2= Digital input OK1 works as alarm input. You want to control a three-way valve. This valve
After P35 is run down, alarm relay and buzzer should be half open at +10°C. If the temperature
will be activated. falls the valve should open, from 8°C the valve
should be full open. If the temperature rises, the
3= Digital Setpoint 2 (night-setpoint) is active. valve should be narrowed, from 12°C it should be
closed.
4= external defrost by time switch or similar P37 = '+8', P36 = '+12', P38 = '2'
A defrost cycle will be started and terminated
by time or temperature. After the cycle is
started, no more cycle can be initiated while
the time set with P35.

5= Controller unit oFF. All control functions will

be disabled, the display shows "oFF". This
allows to switch off the unit without an alarm
message in the network. Relay 1-3 are
de-activated, the alarm relay remains in a
neutral position.

Networking of TAR-controllers

All TAR/TARP-x8xx controllers can be networked via their

built-in RS-485-interface. This network can be controlled
by a host unit.
This host can be a PC with a qualified software or SMZ-
Frontend-System which allow remote control of units and
recording of all parameters.

• Because all units are connected parallel on the data

cable (party-line), every unit has its own network address
(P48) to ensure a specific communication.
NDO

NDO
DO

DO

• The communication speed is fixed with P47,

(Default value 9600 Baud). RS RS
485 485
• Connection is done by commercial databus cable
• Shielding and ground connectors must be connected
to the nearest ground terminal in the cabinet or sim.
• The unshielded part of the data cable must be as short
as possible
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Dimensions / Wiring TAR 1810, TARP 1860

12 56 (2.2) 3 (.12)
(.47)
1/ 2/ 3/ 4/

35 (1.38)
24 0-10V
1
23
2

P 3
22
21 NDO
TAR ELREHA 4

70 (2.76)
20 DO
5
19
6
76 (3.0) 18

Cold Storage Controller

Kühlstellenregler
ELREHA
7 OK1
17
Snap in fixing frame 8
16
from rear side. 9
15
10
14
11 12-24V
AC/DC 13
12
Rear view with fixing frame 37 (1.46)

24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13

Front frame
can be removed

28 (1.1)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

75 (2.95)

shielding
If networked controllers (1xxx types only) are supplied
by one transformer only and the single positions must
24V AC
be switched off, use double-pole switches only.
If not, the unit will be supplied partially over the shielding
Attention if
of the data connection and continues operation
supplied by depending on the secondary voltage of the transformer.
one transformer
only : DO NDO DO NDO DO NDO DO NDO Please note: If a unit is not supplied, the PC-software
T T T T notifies a unit breakdown with complete justification !
Switch-OFF N PE N PE N PE N PE
positions
with DPST- A better way is not to switch-off the supply voltage but to
contacts !
disable the unit by control input (P34 = 5).

Note: Never connect secondary coil of the

PE transformer to PE !

Dimensions / Wiring TAR 3810 / 23810, TARP 3860 / 23860

105

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

TAR 3000
Kühlung Ventilator
63
46

91

Abtauen Warnung P
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 ELREHA
NDO
DO

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
TAR x3810
TARP x3860 RS
485
0...10V

defrost

control
sensor

sensor
output

59
39
26

mains Cooling Defrost Fan Alarm OK1

N L
L N
35

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Technical Manual TAR Cold Storage Controllers page 11

Dimensions / Wiring TAR 5810 / 25810, TAR 5860 / 25860

Housing from 6/99

119 (4.69) 8
TAR
1/ 3/

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
PE Control-
sensor
Mains
Evaporator-
sensor
2/ 4/
P Cooling

97 (3.81)
92 (3.62)
ELREHA 0-10V= OUT
GND
Defrost
485 NDO
485 DO
Fan
45 (1.77)

49 (1.93)
Alarm OK 1

28 29 30
N
Panel housing acc. to DIN 43700 / IEC 61554
cut-out: 92 x 45 mm (w x h)
tolerances max: +0,8 (w), +0,6 (h) Housing up to 6/99
119 (4.69) 8

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Control-

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
PE
Sensor
Mains
Evaporator-
Sensor
Refrig. N.C.

97 (3.81)
0-10V DC out
89 (3.5)

Defrost GND
16
17 Fan 485 NDO
18
19
2 02
30 485 DO
12
22
1
2
32
42 Alarm
3 52
4 62
5 72
6 82
7 93
8 0 OK 1
9
N

10
1 1 11
21 OK 2
31
41
5

Dimensions / Wiring TAR(P) 19810 / 29810

40,3 (8TE)

TAR

d z
2 L N
2
4 4
1 2 3 4 6 refrigeration OK1 6
8 8
129

10 defrost 10
12 12
14 14
P 16 evap. fan 16
18 18
ELREHA 20 Alarm
20
22 22
170 (6.69) 0-10V
24 defrost term. 24
26 refrig. 26
28 28
DO
30 30
32 RS- NDO
485 32
110 (4.33)

Wiring diagram shows a connector equal to DIN 41612, type 'F', rear view.
page 12 Technical Manual TAR Cold Storage Controllers

Connection- and Safety Instructions Installation / Run-Up

Please read before Start-up Applications with Airflow Defrost

If this defrost method is used, there is no need for mounting
• Electrical installation and putting into service must be done
a defrost sensor at the evaporator. In this case the sensor
from authorized personnel.
can be disabled. If the correction parameter P20 is set to -
• Please note the local safety instructions ! 10,1, the display shows "oFF" and the sensor is disabled.
• Before using the controller, please check if the unit fits Correcting the parameter upward enables the sensor again.
the application.
The controller then terminates a defrost cycle only by time which is set
• Before applying voltage to the controller:
with parameter P28.
Make sure that all wiring has been made in accordance with
Upon applying voltage to the controller the display shows the tempera-
the wiring diagram in this manual.
ture of the control (room) sensor. After you have entered the access
Check, if the supply voltage corresponds to the value printed
code (see chapter "unlock keys") you have to program the configuration
on the unit's type label.
of the controller to suit your application:
• If transformers are used (TAR 1xxx only):
Never connect secondary coil of the transformer to PE ! z kind of temperature sensor and display value (°C/°F)
Please note that you need the special access code '70' to change
• Always connect the PE terminal to PE !
sensors. Please note that all temperature setpoints will be set to
• Please pay attention to the specified Temperature-/Humidity default.
Limits. Outside these limits malfunctions may occur. z switching mode of relay K1: parameter P10
• Never operate unit without housing. z defrost method: P23
z evaporator fan mode: P13
• In case of malfunction please contact our technical support. z alarm mode: P30
• Please note maximum load of relay contacts
(see technical data). The basic setup is now complete and you can edit the missing
setpoints, delay times etc.
• Important ! Please note the starting-currents and current
timing of the load. Sensor correction
• Sensor leads should be shielded cable with one end of the
shielding connected to ground. This avoids irregular switching If for any reason the actual sensor values displayed should not match
caused by electro-magnetic interference. with the temperature you read from a high accuracy thermometer, you
can correct the error with parameters P19/P20.
• The wire gauge of the sensor cables is not critical, if it should
be lenghtened, 0,5 sqmm are adequate.
• Mounting the controller close to power relays is unfavourable
in case of the electro-magnetic interference.
• Please note that TF-type temperature sensors are water-proof
but not pressure protected.
Technical Manual TAR Cold Storage Controllers page 13

Help Overview

1. Do you hold the correct manual ? Number of parameters is not correct:

2. With parameters P01 and P02 such as P15 thru P18 (actual It's probably that you have a unit from an earlier charge,
temperatures and running delays) you get a first overview please contact us.
about the unit's states..

Troubleshooting

General: With parameters P01 and P02 and parameters P12 thru P15 (actual temperatures / running timers) you get a first overview.

problem possible reason

Tem perature display:

Actual display flashes w ith "-110" appr. "-166" Sensor type TF 501 w ith "°C" appr. "°F" selected,
Short circuit in w iring or sensor itself
Actual display flashes w ith "-55" appr. "-67" Sensor type TF 201 w ith "°C" appr. "°F" selected,
Short circuit in w iring or sensor itself
Actual display flashes w ith "120" appr. "248" Sensor type TF 501 w ith "°C" appr. "°F" selected,
Wiring or sensor itself broken
Actual display flashes w ith "105" appr. "221" Sensor type TF 501 w ith "°C" appr. "°F" selected,
Wiring or sensor itself broken
Temp. display does not match w ith actual temperature. Check if reference thermometer is placed at the same position as the
sensor head. Then correct sensors.
Check, if correct sensor type is set.
Program m ing:
Setpoint cannot be adjusted High and low limit of the setpoint range are identical (P07 / P08)
Real time clock cannot be adjusted Recording function is ON, sw itch OFF before (P39=0)
Other values cannot be programmed Enter Access Code.
Display is running. All 3 positions change from 111 thru 999 Unit w orks in selftest mode. Sw itch pow er OFF, sw itch pow er On again
after 15 seconds. Please check sensor corrections now .
You w ant to set all parameters to default Sw itch pow er OFF and w ait for 15 seconds. Hold P-key, sw itch pow er ON,
unhand P-key. (The display show s first the softw are-version and then
'deF'. Now all parameter values are lost and are set to default.
Tem perature Control:
Room temperature is show n too cold. Cooling is OFF although the Sensor 1 and sensor 2 are interchanged, see also above 'Temp.display'
room is too hot or: Cooling sw itches OFF too early.
Cooling is alw ays running, although the room is cold enough and Wrong sw itching mode K1 (P07) or N/O / N/C-contact interchanged (relay
the indicator LED 1/Cooling is not ON. K1).
Temperature too high, indicator LED '1/Cooling' is ON, but cooling Wrong sw itching mode K1 (P07) or N/O / N/C-contact interchanged (relay
does not sw itch ON. K1).
Temperature too high, but cooling does not sw itch ON. Check, if a defrost cycle or the drain time is running.
Cooling w orks, but fan is OFF. Check, if 'fan stop/go temperature' should w ork and the evaporator
temperature is below the setpoint. Check if the fan delay is running
You have selected fan mode 3, but the fan does not w ork during a In this mode the fan delay must be set to '0'. If the evaporator sensor
defrost cycle. reaches the fan stop/go setpoint, the fan w ill be sw itched OFF during the
defrost cycle. (appr. short defrost and fan relay w ith external w iring).
You have selected fan mode 2, but fan sw itches ON and OFF Adjust fan stop/go temperature to the highest border
during the cooling cycles.
You w ant to use a thermostatic fan delay, but the fan sw itches Set fan mode to '2', adjust fan stop/go temperature.
alw ays OFF if cooling sw itches OFF.
Defrost:
Does not w ork. Check evaporator sensor position. Check defrost method, -times, -safety
time and -termination temperature. Check if fan delay time is too long. Check
if fan runs correctly in cooling cycless
During a defrost cycle cooling even starts. Defrost mode is set to 'hot gas'. Please set correctly.
Alarm :
Constant alarm w ithout a real failure. Check w iring and alarm mode. Can be set to active or passive.
Internal buzzer does not w ork. Check alarm mode. Is buzzer sw itched OFF or already reset ?
page 14 Technical Manual TAR Cold Storage Controllers

EG-Statement of Conformity

We state the following: When operated in accordance with the technical manual, the criteria have been met that are outlined in the guidelines
of the council for alignment of statutory orders of the member states on electro-magnetic consistency ( 89/336/EWG ). This declaration is valid
for those products covered by the technical manual which itself is part of the declaration. Following standards were consulted for the confirmity
testing with regard to electromagnetic consistency :

IEC 1000-4-1, IEC 1000-4-2, IEC 1000-4-3*, IEC 1000-4-4, IEC 1000-4-5,
EN 55011 B, EN 50081, part 1 and 2; EN 50082, part 1 and 2

This statement is made from the manufacturer / importer by:

ELREHA Elektronische Regelungen GmbH Klaus Birkner, Developement and
68766 Hockenheim and leader of the EMC-Laboratory
(Name / Anschrift / name / adress)

Hockenheim 10.3.98 .............................................

Ort/city Datum/date Unterschrift/sign

*The conformity with IEC 1000-4-3 is derived from the IEC 1000-4-2 and IEC 1000-4-4 test results. The correlation with IEC 1000-4-3 is based on test results which
are located on site at the manufacturer.

This manual, which is part of the product, has been set up with care and our best knowledge, but mistakes are still possible.
Technical details can be changed without notice, especially the software. Please note that the described functions are only valid for units containing the software with the
version-number shown on page 1. Units with an other software number can work a little bit different. You will find this software number on the label of the unit too.

set up 3.9.2003 checked: 3.9.2003 approved: 3.9.2003

by: tkd/jr by: ek/al by: mv/sha