Formula Editor HELP INDEX

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Account Name

(Optional) An Account Name can be assigned to a particular customer account or location (maximum 15 characters that include letters A-Z, numbers 0-9, hyphen, space and underscore). Account Name is input on the Control Set-up Tab, in the currently selected language, and is not translated if the language is changed. Account Name only appears in the Summary Tab if one has already been input or is part of an existing file.

AFS Trigger

If using ìAuto Formula Select,î the trigger number that will be used to select the formula must be input on the Control Set-up Tab. The default setting is OFF. The AFS cannot utilize a trigger signal that starts or ends a formula cycle (first pump triggered starts the formula cycle and the count pump ends the formula cycle). See Also: Auto Formula Select.

Amount

This is identical to volume and indicates the quantity of chemical to dispense. In reports, Amount includes individual totals from each pump and total volumes dispensed for all pumps. Pump amounts can be in Metric (milliliters) or SAE (ounces) units. In the Formula Editor's Pump Set-up Tab, each pump can be set with three different amounts (A, B and C amounts). Amount A runs first, followed by B and then C. Only Amount C can be repeated if more than three requests are made to the same pump.

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Auto-Formula Select (AFS)

AFS is only available when operating in Standard Mode. When no formula is currently running, AFS allows a trigger signal from the washer to automatically select and run a programmed formula with a timed signal. The Filter Time setting is not used when the AFS trigger is selecting a formula. After a formula has begun, the AFS Trigger signal may also be used as a pump trigger. When used as a pump trigger, the signal must be "qualified" by the Filter Time before the pump will run.

To enable Auto Formula Select:

Step 1. Select a trigger signal number (on the Control Set-up Tab) to be the AFS trigger. The AFS trigger cannot utilize a trigger signal that starts or ends a formula cycle, (first pump triggered starts the formula cycle and the count pump ends the formula cycle).

Step 2. Program the washer supply signal for a total of 2 seconds multiplied by the desired formula number. For example:
Formula 1 = 2 second signal (1 x 2 sec. = 2)
Formula 2 = 4 second signal (2 x 2 sec. = 4)
Formula 3 = 6 second signal (3 x 2 sec. = 6), etc.

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B

Background Color

The screen color of the Formula Editor window may be changed to improve visibility and better suit the working environment. To change the background color of the menu screen, go to the Tools menu and select Options.

C

Chemical Name (Pump Name)

(Optional) In the Pump Set-up Tab, the installer may add a name to the pump number. Typically, the pump name is the type of product, or chemical brand name, that the pump dispenses. Example: P2 DETERGENT. This name also appears on Summary Reports of volume pumped and costs.

Close

On the File menu, this closes the current open file but does not close the application. If the current file contains unsaved changes, the user is prompted to save the file before closing, if desired.

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Configure Flush

The installer must select the appropriate pump interface for the system being implemented. If the PI board being used is not listed, "Non-Flush" should be selected. If a flush P.I. board is selected and a flush manifold will be used, a Flush Time must be input (on the Control Set-up Tab) to enable flush operation. See Also: Eclipse Flush P.I. (default), Orion II Flush P.I., and 8-Pump Flush P.I., and Flush Time.

Controller

The TOTAL ECLIPSE controller guides or manages the delivery of chemicals (through a pumpstand) to a washing machine. The controller also manages flush functions.

Copy

On the Edit Menu, Copy duplicates the information highlighted by the cursor and places it on the clipboard. That clipboard content can then be pasted into another field. (Keystroke shortcut: press the "Ctrl" key and the "c" key at the same time.)

Cost per Volume

(Optional) If a cost per volume of chemical is input for each pump (on the Pump Set-up Tab), the Summary Reports will compile and report the total cost of each dispensed chemical. Various types of currency may be input. The field allows up to four digits to the left of a decimal point and two digits to the right of a decimal point (maximum 0000.00).Ý

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Count Pump

In all Modes of Operation (except Event Mode), a count pump is used to determine when the wash cycle has completed. The system records a complete wash cycle after all programmed amounts for the count pump have been dispensed.

In Event Mode, a sequence that begins with Trigger 1 ON and ends with Trigger 1 OFF indicates a complete wash cycle and counts as one load.

In Relay Mode, the count pump is fixed as Pump 1.

In Standard, Occurrence and Group Modes, the default count pump is the highest pump for which an amount is programmed. In these three modes, the default count pump may be overridden by the installer, who may select a count pump other than the default.

ÝThe installer must insure that (1) at least one amount is programmed for the count pump and (2) the count pump is requested to run for all programmed amounts when adding pumps to a Standard, Group or Occurrence set-up. If two or three amounts have been assigned to the count pump, it must be requested to run at least two or three times, respectively.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In Standard, Occurrence and Group Modes, the last pump to run must be the count pump. If the count pump is changed from the default, and it runs before other programmed pumps in a formula, the wash cycle will end prematurely after the count pump dispenses it's last programmed amount. In the event that not all count pump amounts are run, the cycle will be designated an ìincomplete load.î

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Customize

On the Tools Menu, Customize allows the user to change the Background Color of the menus and the default Language used in Formula Editor.

Cut

On the Edit menu, Cut removes the information highlighted by the cursor within the Formula Editor. (Keystroke shortcut: press the "Ctrl" key and the "x" key at the same time.)

Cycle Time (Standard, Group or Occurrence Modes ONLY)

Cycle Time acts as a backup shut off to insure that the cycle ends and product is not wasted in the event of a formula run error. At the Cycle Time limit, the wash cycle stops, even if the count pump has not yet run. In Group Mode, the setting for Cycle Time is also used as the Group Interlock time.

Set Cycle Time (on Control Set-up Tab) to at least 5 minutes longer than longest estimated time that any wash cycle will run. Cycle Time can be set to 00 (OFF), or between 30 ñ 99 minutes. The default is 90 minutes. For loads (such as a soak load) that typically last longer than 99 minutes, it is recommended that the Cycle Time be set to OFF.

NOTE:Ý If Cycle Time is set to OFF, the count pump must run in order to end the wash cycle.

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D

Default Load Weight

(Optional) Within each formula created, a default load weight may be input to record a summary of the approximate amount of linen washed (within a formula or washer). This summary appears on the Total Eclipse Summary Reports.

During formula selection, the machine operator can change the weight of an individual load, which overrides the default weight for one load. The weight will be in either pounds or kilos, depending upon the Units of Measure selected.

If no default load weight is input and the operator never inputs a load weight, the summary weight on reports will be zero. If no default load weight is input and the operator occasionally inputs a load weight, the Report Summary of linen washed will be less than the actual weight.

Delay Time

The pump Delay Time is the waiting period that occurs after a qualified signal is received and before the pump is allowed to start dispensing. A Delay Time is used to stagger operation of pumps within a formula. The Delay Time (0-999 seconds) is set on the Standard Formulas Tab.

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E

Eclipse Flush P.I. (default)

If the pump interface board looks like this, select Eclipse Flush P.I. in the Control Set-up Tab.

This selection allows the use of the Eclipse pump interface with flush control functions. When flush with a flow switch is utilized, the system will shut down all pumps if no flow is sensed or if the water flow falls below 0.65 Gallons (2.4 Liters) per minute.

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Edit Menu

This menu contains basic editing tools and actions, including Undo, Redo, Cut, Copy and Paste.

Event

In Event Mode of Operation, an Event occurs when a trigger signal is detected on Trigger 2 or 3, which represents a fill during a wash cycle. An Event ends when a trigger signal is detected on Trigger 4, which represents a drain solenoid activation, which must occur after a fill in order for a new signal on Trigger 2 or 3 to start a new Event. Each Event is counted sequentially as Event 1, 2, 3, etc., with up to 16 possible Events.

Up to three pumps may be triggered by each Event, so it may be advantageous to program pump delay times in formulas.

Event Mode

The Event Mode option allows automatic operation of washers that offer no supply trigger connections, such as fixed-cycle washers. Product dispensing is paced by machine events, rather than fixed-time as in Standard Mode. Four trigger signals are used. The typical connections are:

• Trigger 1 = Power ON signal, Washer Door Switch (Wash Cycle Indication)
• Trigger 2, 3 = Hot, Cold Fill (Triggers Pumps)
• Trigger 4 = Drain (Concludes an Event and allows another Event to occur)

Triggers 5 and 6 are not used in this mode.

Trigger 1 ON indicates the beginning of a wash cycle and Trigger 1 OFF indicates the end of a wash cycle.Ý Trigger 1 might be connected to the washer's Power ON signal or to a washer door switch. An Event occurs when a trigger signal is detected on Triggers 2 or 3. A subsequent "ON" and "OFF" of Trigger 4 allows the next Event to occur when a trigger signal is detected on Triggers 2 or 3. If Trigger 1 is OFF, any pumps waiting in the queue are ignored and the cycle is reset. See Also: Event Mode Rules.

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Event Mode Rules

Up to 16 Events can be programmed, and up to 3 pumps (with A, B and/or C amounts) may be added to an Event. A pump can only be used once per Event, but the same pump can be used in multiple Events. If a pump is used in more than one Event, the A amount dispenses in the first Event in which the pump is used, the B amount dispenses in the second Event in which the pump is used, and the C amount dispenses in the third (and all subsequent Events) in which that pump is used. If there is no C amount, there will be a maximum of two (2) pump runs per wash cycle for that pump.

No Count Pump is used in this mode, nor is Cycle Time used.

Non-flush systems can start up to three pumps simultaneously.

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Exit

On the File menu, this closes the Formula Editor and all files that are currently open. If the current file contains unsaved changes, the user is prompted to save the file before closing, if desired.

F

File Menu

The heading within the menu structure in which basic application and file functions are available, including New, Open, Close, Save, Save As, Summary and Exit. 

Filter Time

The signal Filter Time is the amount of time a trigger signal needs to be ON continuously before the controller will accept the signal as valid. When the Filter Time setting is reached, the signal is considered qualified (a true signal). The default Filter Time is two seconds. Use a higher time setting if washers present problems (i.e. unreliable signals falsely triggering pumps). Only one Filter Time can be selected and the selected time is used for all trigger signals, except the AFS trigger. See Also: Trigger Signal Filter Time.

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Flush Operation (for a Flush-compatible P.I. ONLY)

Flush prevents incompatible chemicals from combining. When a flush-compatible Pump Interface (P.I.) is selected on the Control Set-up Tab, flush can be enabled by setting the Flush Time to 1 - 99 seconds. If the Flush Time is set to zero (0), flush is disabled, even when using a flush-compatible P.I.

When Flush is enabled:

• Only one pump is allowed to run at a time. If there is a request for multiple pumps to run at the same time, a flush-enabled system causes each pump to run sequentially.
  See also Trigger Spacing and Pump Queue.
• A fixed, two-second pre-flush occurs before the pump dispenses.
• Flush occurs continuously for the entire time the pump is dispensing.
• Flush continues (for the amount of time set in Flush Time) after the pump concludes dispensing.

ÝSee Also: Configure Flush.

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Flush Time

Flush Time refers to the post-flush time, or the amount of time flush continues after a pump stops running. The default Flush Time is 0 seconds (OFF) and can be set for 1 - 99 seconds. If the Total Eclipse controller is using a flush capable P.I., a Flush Time must be set on the Control Set-up Tab to enable flush operation. See Also: Configure Flush.

Formula

A formula contains a combination of settings (pump volumes, delay times, load weights and count pump) that direct the application of chemicals, in a specific format, for the load to be washed. See Also: Program a Formula. All Modes of Operation (except Relay Mode) use formulas. Relay Mode utilizes only a formula's Default Load Weight (or actual load weight) to compile information on the Summary Reports. Relay Mode does not use formula pump amounts or delay time. See Also: Formula Rules.

Formula Pump Amounts

In Modes of Operations that use formulas (Standard, Event, Group and Occurrence), a pump may be set up to dispense multiple times, with up to three different amounts (identified as Amounts A, B, and C). A pump will not dispense unless at least one amount (not zero) is set for that pump in the formula. See Also: Formula Rules.

Formula Rules

If only the A amount is programmed for a pump in a formula, the first request results in Amount A dispensing. Additional requests within the same wash cycle are ignored.

If only A and B amounts are programmed for a pump in a formula, the first request results in the dispensing of Amount A. The second request results in the dispensing of Amount B. Additional requests (after the second request) are ignored.

If all three amounts (A, B, and C) are programmed for a pump in a formula, the first request results in the dispensing of Amount A. The second request results in the dispensing of Amount B and the third request results in the dispensing of Amount C. Each additional request (after the third request) results in the dispensing of Amount C again. The dispensing sequence is reset when the wash cycle ends (either because the count pumpís highest amount has run or the Cycle Time has been reached, whichever is first).

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Formula Settings

To Program a Formula (20 maximum):

1. Highlight the formula to be created.
2. (Optional) To add a unique name (of up to 15 characters) to the formula number, begin typing the new name. The placeholder (-NAME 01-, for example) is replaced with the new name, F01 PRE-WASH. Press the Tab key to move through the various input fields for this formula.
3. Set the default weight for a load washed using this formula. (The wash machine operator can later override the default weight for a specific load.)
4. Enter the desired Pump Delay and Pump Amounts to be dispensed for each pump in the formula.
5. (Optional) Override the default count pump, if needed.

NOTE: Adding a name to each formula number assists the operator in formula selection. The name is input in the currently selected language and is not translated if the language is changed.

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G

Group Interlock

In Group Mode, set Group Interlock to ON to ensure that each pump group runs only once per washer load, regardless of how many times the washer turns on supply signals to the machine interface. Set the Cycle Time (on the Control Set-up Tab) to the desired Group Interlock Time.

When Group Interlock is ON, the wash cycle ends either five (5) minutes after the count pump has run or when the programmed Cycle Time is reached, whichever occurs first.

When Group Interlock is OFF, a pump group can run more than once per load. When Group Interlock is OFF, the cycle ends immediately after the count pump has run or when the programmed Cycle Time is reached, whichever occurs first.

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Group Mode

In the Group Mode option, the six trigger signals are placed into four, pre-defined groups (see the following table). Between 0- 3 pumps may be assigned to each group. A pump may be used in more than one group. The trigger signals determine which group of pumps dispense their programmed formula amounts, and in which order. All pumped amounts and delays are based upon the currently selected formula.

Group	Trigger Signal Inputs
Group 1	1 and/or 2
Group 2	3 and/or 4
Group 3	5
Group 4	6

If a pump group is set to run more than once per wash cycle, Group Interlock must be OFF and all pumps within the group must fully run to allow repeat activation of the group when it receives the trigger signal.

When Group Interlock is ON, a pump group can only run once per wash cycle (regardless of the number of triggers received) and there is a 5-minute lockout period after the count pump runs. During lockout, trigger signals are ignored. When Group Interlock is ON, the wash cycle ends either five (5) minutes after the count pump has run or when the programmed Cycle Time is reached, whichever occurs first.Ý

When Group Interlock is OFF, a pump group can run more than once per load. When Group Interlock is OFF, the cycle ends immediately after the count pump has run or when the programmed Cycle Time is reached, whichever occurs first.

Non-Flush systems can run up to 6 pumps simultaneously if two groups are triggered simultaneously and each group has three pumps assigned.

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Group Select

The Group Select Tab allows programming and wiring flexibility for Group Mode of Operation.Ý See Also: Group Mode of Operation.

L

Language

There are multiple languages available for the Formula Editor. When a new language is selected, all static menu and application items are translated into that language. Text that was input by the installer remains in the language originally used and is not translated to the new language.

Additional languages should be downloaded to the computer on which the Formula Editor is used and should be placed in the Program Files\Nova Controls\Formula Editor\Languages folder.

To select a new language for use in the Formula Editor, click Tools / Customize / Languages.

NOTE: Selecting a language in the Formula Editor allows input in that language, and transfers the set-up file in that language, but does not change the language of the static menus in the TOTAL ECLIPSE controller.

To change the menu language of the TOTAL ECLIPSE controller to any other than two pre-installed, default languages:

1. Power OFF the TOTAL ECLIPSE controller
2. Insert a language-enabled USB travel drive into the controller USB port
3. Power ON the controller. The list of language files appears.
4. Select a language to replace the non-English language in the controller. English always remains as one of the two default languages to enable Nova Controls to provide diagnostic technical support.

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Load Weight

Load weight is the weight of a single load of laundry. Typically, a Default Load Weight is entered for each formula to track load statistics and provide Summary Reports. The Default Weight can be overridden, and the laundry machine operator can input the actual size of the load, during formula selection.

Lockout Period

When Group Interlock is ON, there is a 5-minute lockout period after the count pump runs. During lockout, trigger signals are ignored.

M

Machine Interface

The machine interface is the device that connects to the washer, receives supply signals from the washer and sends these signals to the controller.

Machine Name

(Optional) The Machine Name is specific to each machine and can only be set using the Total Eclipse controller's keypad (not with the Formula Editor). This name is helpful is differentiating Summary Reports. Input any name of up to 15 characters. The name is input in the currently selected language and is not translated if the language is changed.

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Mode of Operation

The TOTAL ECLIPSE controller is capable of various modes of operation (Standard /default, Relay, Event, Group and Occurrence Modes). Typically, the Standard Mode of operation will be used. Each operating mode has a different combination of rules for creating and editing settings. These rules affect sub‚sequent dispensing.Ý If selecting a mode other than Standard Mode, consider both the type and capabilities of the laundry machine and the variety of linen to be washed.

Use the following table to compare modes. For a more detailed explanation of each mode, see the individual entry for that mode. Set the Mode of Operation on the Control Set-up Tab.

Operating Mode	Uses Formulas	Count Pump	Cycle Time	AFS^1	8-Pump Control	Non-Flush, Simultaneous Pump Starts
ÝStandard	Yes	Yes, selectable	Yes	Yes	Yes^2	Up to 6 pumps
ÝRelay	No^3	Pump 1 - Fixed	No	No	No	Up to 6 pumps
ÝEvent^4	Yes	No	No	No	Yes	Up to 3 pumps
ÝGroup	Yes	Yes, selectable	Yes	No	Yes	Up to 6 pumps
ÝOccurrence^5	Yes	Yes, selectable	Yes	No	Yes	Up to 3 pumps

¹ AFS is intended for use with fully-programmable, microprocessor-controller laundry machines.

² 8-Pump control is allowed, but pumps 3 and 7 are linked to each other and pumps 5 and 8 are linked to each other.

³ Default Load Weight is used in Summary Report calculations; Pump Amounts and Delays are ignored.

⁴ Event Mode is designed to work with fixed-cycle washers.

⁵ Occurrence Mode is best suited for laundry machines in which trigger signals do not have specific functions.

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Move Formula Up

Select a formula to move up in the list of formulas. All pump settings and the default weight will move with the formula. If no name has been input, the default name (e.g., -NAME 07-) will not display when the file is read by the TOTAL ECLIPSE CONTROLLER.

Move Formula Down

Select a formula to move down in the list of formulas. All pump settings and the default weight will move with the formula. If no name has been input, the default name (e.g., -NAME 07-) will not display when the file is read by the TOTAL ECLIPSE CONTROLLER.

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New

In the File menu, New creates a new Set-up file (.SUP file) that contains the factory defaults with blank inputs. This allows the installer to create and save a new settings file that contains controller set-up and formulas.

Non-Flush

Use this Pump Interface selection (Configure Flush on the Control Set-up Tab) for non-flush installations. Non-Flush allows from three to six pumps to run simultaneously, depending upon the Mode of Operation selected.

O

Occurrence

In the Occurrence Mode of operation, an Occurrence is a qualified signal received on any of the designated inputs. Each new qualified signal signifies a new Occurrence within the current wash cycle; simultaneous triggers (triggers that occur within 2 seconds of each other) are considered one (1) Occurrence. See Also: Occurrence Mode. 

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Occurrence Mode

The Occurrence Mode option is best suited for washers in which trigger signals do not have a specific function. Any qualified trigger (1 ñ 6) will start an Occurrence. Each new qualified signal, on any trigger, signifies a new Occurrence within the current wash cycle; triggers occurring with two seconds of each other are considered one (1) Occurrence. The first trigger starts Occurrence 1, the second trigger starts Occurrence 2, and so forth.

Up to 16 occurrences can be programmed, with up to 3 pumps dispensing per occurrence. All pumped amounts and delays are based upon the currently selected formula. If there is no pump assigned to an occurrence, nothing is pumped and the occurrence acts as a ìspace holder.î

Occurrence Mode differs from Event Mode in the following ways: 1) The beginning of a wash cycle is when the first pump runs; 2) A qualified signal from any trigger signal initiates an Occurrence and 3) There is no specific wash cycle indication. A wash cycle ends in Occurrence Mode after the Count Pump runs, or when the programmed Cycle Time is reached, whichever occurs first. Ý

See Also: Occurrence and Occurrence Set-up.

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Occurrence Set-up

On the Occurrence Tab, select up to three pumps to add to each Occurrence. Each pump can only be used once per Occurrence, but the same pump can be used in multiple Occurrences. Each time a particular pump is run within the formula and Occurrences, it will sequentially step through programmed A, B, and/or C amounts until it reaches the highest level. If the pump is to run in two Occurrences, the B amount must be set and will run in the second Occurrence. If the pump is to run in three or more Occurrences, the C amount must be set and will run in the third occurrence and all subsequent occurrences within that wash cycle.

See Also: Occurrence Mode.

Open

On the File menu, Open allows you to navigate to an existing Formula Editor set-up (.SUP) file and open it. The .SUP file may have been created with the Formula Editor or with the TOTAL ECLIPSE controller. The file contains settings that determine the mode of operation, formulas, names, etc.

Operating Modes

See Mode of Operation.

Options

Select the Language, Units of Measurement or Formula Editor screen background color to be used when creating .SUP files with the Formula Editor. Select SAVE to keep the new settings. Select EXIT or CLOSE to quit the file and discard changes.

NOTE:Ý Selecting a language (via Options) in the Formula Editor allows input in that language, and transfers the set-up file in that language, but does not change the menu language in the TOTAL ECLIPSE controller. The controller's menu language must be set at the controller.

ÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝ Selecting a Unit of Measure (via Options) sets it as the Formula Editor's default unit of measure when new files are created. The Unit of Measure may be changed in an individual file by selecting the alternate radio button on the Control Set-up Tab. Existing files that were created with a different unit of measure are not converted to the default unit of measure when they are opened in the Formula Editor.

Orion II Flush P.I.

If the pump interface board looks like this, select Orion II Flush P.I.

This selection allows the use of the Orion II pump interface with flush control functions. When flush with a flow switch is utilized, the system will shut down all pumps if no flow is sensed or if the water flow falls below 0.65 Gallons (2.4 Liters) per minute.

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P

Paste

On the Edit menu, this places the copied clipboard contents into the field selected with the cursor. (Keystroke shortcut: press the "Ctrl" key and the "v" key at the same time.)

Prime

The prime function manually runs a pump to fill the input/pick-up tube that runs from a product container to the pump itself to make the chemical ready for delivery.

Prime, User

The User Prime function allows the machine operator to prime a pump between wash cycles, specifically after a product container change. To allow User Prime, select one of the following on the Control Set-up Tab:

Disabled = OFF and not available to the user (default).

Enabled = ON and fully functional to the operator (as it would be for the installer).

Limited = ON, but each pump can only be primed for a total of 30 seconds and cannot be primed again until the next wash cycle has ended.Ý

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Program a Formula

To Program a Formula (20 maximum):

6. Highlight the formula to be created.
7. (Optional) To add a unique name (of up to 15 characters) to the formula number, begin typing the new name. The placeholder (-NAME 01-, for example) is replaced with the new name, F01 PRE-WASH. Press the Tab key to move through the various input fields for this formula.
8. Set the default weight for a load washed using this formula. (The wash machine operator can later override the default weight for a specific load.)
9. Enter the desired Pump Delay and Pump Amounts to be dispensed for each pump in the formula.
10. (Optional) Override the default count pump, if needed.

NOTE: Adding a name to each formula number assists the operator in formula selection. The name is input in the currently selected language and is not translated if the language is changed. See Also: Formula.

Pump

Pump refers to the individual peristaltic or diaphragm pumps in the dispenser that are operated by the controller. See Also: Count Pump.

Pump Interface

The Pump Interface (P.I.) refers to the printed circuit board inside of the pump cabinet.

Pump Name

(Optional) In the Pump Set-up Tab, the installer may add a name to the pump number. Typically, the pump name is the type of product or chemical brand name that the pump dispenses (example: P2 DETERGENT. This name appears on Summary Reports with calculations of the amount of chemicals pumped and the associated costs.

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R

Relay Mode

Relay Mode is designed for use with programmable wash machines and allows the washerís trigger signals to directly control the amount of chemicals pumped. Pumps run for the duration of the trigger signal, after being qualified by the signal filter time. Trigger 1 runs pump 1, trigger 2 runs pump 2, and so forth. Relay Mode utilizes only a formula's Default Load Weight (or actual load weight) to compile information on the Summary Reports. Relay Mode does not use the pump amounts or delay times associated with a formula, nor does Relay Mode use a Cycle Time.

If Flush is enabled in Relay Mode, any pumps attempting to run simultaneously will automatically be run in a queue with a 2 second pre-flush between each pump run and the programmable post-flush after all queued pumps have run.

Redo

On the Edit menu, Redo restores an action that was changed by an Undo command or repeats the last command used. (Keystroke shortcut: press the "Ctrl" key and the "y" key at the same time.)

S

Save

On the File menu, this saves the currently open file. If changes have been made, the original file will be updated with those changes. (Keystroke shortcut: press the "Ctrl" key and the "s" key at the same time.)

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Save As

On the File menu, this allows the user to save the current document/file with a new name. This is particularly useful when a file has been altered but should not be overwritten. A Formula Editor file name can be up to 20 characters long, which does not include the file type designation of .SUP.

Set-up

A set-up is the collection of settings that comprise a fully operational controller.

Set-up Summary Tab

This "display only" tab shows data that was set in other tabs or input from another file. The gray input field on this tab indicates that settings cannot be changed here. To input or edit settings, select any other tab (Control Set-up, Pump Set-up, etc.).

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Standard Mode (default)

(Preferred for most installations) In Standard Mode, each washer trigger signal notifies the corresponding pump to dispense the set amount(s) of product for that pump (i.e., Trigger 1 starts pump 1, trigger 2 starts pump 2, etc.). All pump amounts and delays are based on the currently selected formula. Non-flush systems can start up to six (6) pumps simultaneously.

Standard Mode is the only mode that features Auto-Formula Select via the AFS Trigger. When using an 8-pump P.I., this mode links pumps 3 and 7 to each other and links pumps 5 and 8 to each other.Ý See Also: Formula Pump Amounts and 8-Pump Flush P.I. for dispensing rules and exceptions.

Summary Tab

The Set-up Summary Tab displays information that was input on other tabs or in the controller.

Summary Print

On the File menu, Summary Print displays the current file information in a Web browser and provides a preview of the information to be printed, including the control set-up, pumps and formulas. Select File / Print to send this information to a printer. (Keystroke shortcut: press the "Ctrl" key and the "p" key at the same time.)

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T

Tab

An individual page of the Formula Editor, with headings such as Set-up Summary, Control Set-up, Pump Set-up, Standard Formula, Event Set-up, Group Set-up and Occurrence. Click on the heading to view the page or to make changes. 

Tools Menu

Tools contains the functions that are specific to this application, including Formula Editor Options or Customizations. 

NOTE:Ý Selecting a Language (via Tools) in the Formula Editor allows input in that language, and transfers the set-up file in that language, but does not change the menu language in the TOTAL ECLIPSE controller. The controller's menu language must be set at the controller.

ÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝÝ Selecting a Unit of Measure (via Tools) sets it as the Formula Editor's default unit of measure when new files are created. The Unit of Measure may be changed in an individual file by selecting the alternate radio button on the Control Set-up Tab. Existing files that were created with a different unit of measure are not converted to the default unit of measure when they are opened in the Formula Editor.

Trigger

An electrical signal received from a washer.

Trigger Signal Filter Time

Signal filter time is the amount of time that a trigger must remain continuously ON before being recognized as a qualified trigger and starting a pump. The factory default time is two seconds. Longer times (10, 20, 30, 60 or 90 seconds) may be set if washers present problems, i.e., unreliable signals falsely triggering pumps.

NOTE: The Auto Formula Select (AFS) signal does not use the signal filter time.

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Trigger Spacing and Pump Queue

Pumps can be triggered to run in several different ways, depending on the Mode of Operation. If a trigger for a pump to run occurs and the pump is already running, the trigger is ignored. In Occurrence, Event or Group Mode, this could result in not running some or all of the pumps called for by a trigger signal.

NOTE:Ý It is imperative that the installer allow plenty of time between triggers to insure that a pump (or group of pumps) will run for each of its triggers.

In P.I.s with Flush enabled, any time different pumps attempt to run simultaneously they are placed in a pump queue and then run in sequence. A pump is added to the queue whenever there is a valid trigger for it, as long as it is not currently running and is not already in the queue. The queue allows for up to seven (7) pumps (other than the currently running pump), to be "queued up," waiting to run in sequence. 

U

Undo

On the Edit menu, Undo reverses the last action taken. (Keystroke shortcut: press the "Ctrl" key and the "z" key at the same time.)

Units/Units of Measure

Units are the method of measuring pump amounts or load weight. SAE/Imperial (oz., gal., lb.) or Metric (ml. L., kg.) units are available. The default is SAE/Imperial.

To change the Units for an individual set-up file, select the alternate Units setting on the Control Set-up Tab.

To change the default Units (that will be used when new files are created), set the Units of Measure via the Tools Menu / Options / Units of Measure setting. Changing the default Units will not affect existing set-up files. Existing files will retain their Units of Measure setting and are not converted to the Formula Editor's default when they are opened.

User Prime

The User Prime function allows the machine operator to prime a pump between wash cycles, specifically after a product container change. To allow User Prime, select one of the following on the Control Set-up Tab:

Disabled = OFF and not available to the user (default).

Enabled = ON and fully functional to the operator (as it would be for the installer).

Limited = ON, but each pump can only be primed for a total of 30 seconds and cannot be primed again until the next wash cycle has ended.ÝÝ

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Numbers

8-Pump Flush P.I.

If the pump interface board looks like this, select 8-Pump Flush P.I.

Regardless of the selected Mode of Operation or the Flush setting, pumps 3 and 7 and pumps 5 and 8 cannot run simultaneously on 8-Pump Interfaces. They can be requested to run at the same time, but they will run sequentially, based on the Mode of Operation, pump order or delays set.

In Standard Mode, pumps 3 and 7 are triggered by the same trigger signal, Trigger 3. (Pumps 5 and 8 are also triggered by the same trigger signal, Trigger 5.)Ý See Also: 8-Pump Formula Rules.

8-Pump Formula Rules

If Amounts A, B and C are programmed for both pumps, on the first instance of Trigger 3, pump 3 Amount A will dispense and then pump 7 Amount A will dispense. On the second instance of Trigger 3, pump 3 Amount B will dispense and then pump 7 Amount B, and so on.

If the installer wants only pump 7 to dispense its Amount A, then pump 3 Amount A must be set to zero. If the installer wants only pump 3 to dispense its Amount A, then pump 7 Amount A must be set to zero.

In Event, Group and Occurrence Modes, even though all 8 pumps can be controlled directly, pumps 3 & 7 and pumps 5 & 8 will never run simultaneously. Attempts to run the two pumps simultaneously will cause the pumps to be queued to run sequentially, based on pump order and/or delay settings.

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