AUTOLUBE SPECIFICATIONS

The AUTOLUBE is a universal lubrication system controller capable of handling all common lubrication systems
from the simplest run - pause timer through progressive, single and dual line systems. Innovative algorithms
also give new flexibility and greater control over traditional single and dual line systems.

The practical layout gives clear indication of exactly what is happening at any time and the advanced
diagnostics will help to pinpoint any faults quickly. Although highly flexible, it remains simple to operate and
program by using Ultra Flow s proprietary Lube-Logic setup procedure. By specifying what type of system is
being used, Lube-Logic asks the user only relevant information in a clear step by step manner and the
operator need only concern himself with the particular system he is using.

The built in Real Time Clock allows the unit to log a history of operation and fault conditions. Serial
communications allows the operation/ history and setup to be monitored/ altered via a PC. By using the GSM
option available, all conditions can be monitored remotely using a GSM cellular network and the unit can even
be programmed to report any fault conditions to a remote PC located elsewhere in the country or even in a
different country.

Features:

Runs progressive, single line and dual line lubrication systems.

Real time clock logs date and time of faults (80 records).
RS232 serial port allows connection to a PC.
Option to connect to a GSM modem allows remote monitoring via GSM networks
Timing from 5 seconds to 24 hours.
Cycle counting.
Universal 10 to 30 Volt operations.
Short circuit /open circuit proof with warning.
External fault lamp drive (flash or steady, short circuit proof).
Reservoir level monitoring.
Two proximity switch inputs.
Visual and audible fault warning.
Non-volatile memory.
Built in fuse with indicator.
3 digit LED display indicates exact status of system.
Simple Lube-Logic setup procedure.
Test mode allows testing of all the circuits connected to the AUTOLUBE for verifying installation integrity.
Practical attractive housing with mounting bracket.

SPECIFICATIONS:

VOLTAGE: 10V to 30VDC

CURRENT DRAIN: 150 ma MAX (no load) 70 ma nominal
PUMP OUTPUT: 7 A rms. MAX
LAMP OUTPUT: 3 A MAX
SWITCHING: Solid-state short circuit protected
FUSE: 8 Amp fast blow 20mm glass
CONNECTION: 14 way MOLEX MINIFIT-JR
COMMUNICATIONS: RS232 Type
DIMENSIONS: 70 mm X 145 mm X 38 mm (including mounting bracket)
WEIGHT: 300 g
PROTECTION: IP54
TEMPERATURE RANGE: -25C TO 80C

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 AUTOLUBE SETUP PROCEEDURE

Autolube Control Functions and Legends

Setup Indicator

Cycle Indicator

Enter program Second Indicator

Minute Indicator
System reset/pump run

Hour Indicator

LED pump on pump faulty when red Down arrow or Silent alarm

Buzzer
LED sensor 1 selected or faulty

Blown Fuse Indicator

LED sensor 2 selected or faulty

Fuse Holder
LED Low Level selected or faulty

Terminal Connector
RS232 Connector

r = Run time in cycles

P = Pause time in seconds, minutes or hours

F = Fault time in seconds, minutes or hours

U = Vent time in seconds, minutes or hours

rcc = Run Cycle Counter

YES = yes for accepting change

tSt = Test mode for checking devices

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t. # = Timeout setting given to the sensors

SLS = Single Line Systems enter for setup off

PLS = Progressive Line Systems enter for setup off

dLS = Dual Line Systems enter for setup off

N - O = normally open applies to sensors

N - C = normally closed applies to sensors

L S = Lamp steady supply to external warning device

L - F = Lamp Flashing supply to external device

NFE = Non Fatal error applies to the low level

warning pump continues to pump while alarm is on

FE = Fatal error applies to the low level

warning pump stops pumping while alarm is on

NO = Not to select or change selection

r # = Run time in seconds, minutes and hours

This screen displays a green dot, standby mode

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 General Precautions

The user manual is intended to familiarize the user with the autolube controller and its designated
use. The operating instructions contain important information on how to operate the autolube
controller safely, properly and efficiently. Observing these instructions will help reduce confusion and
actual damage to the autolube controller. This manual must be read and applied by any person in
charge of carrying out any form of setting up or work on the autolube controller.
Operational precautions:
Include the total understanding of the autolube specifications. Never connect to any other voltage
supply other than that specified in the manuals contained within.
The owner/user must ensure at all times that installation or inspections are executed by authorized
and qualified personnel who have thoroughly read the operating instruction manual.
Any setting up or work on the autolube controller must be done while the machine is off. The machine
must be in such a position that it will not cause harm to any person should the machine be switched
on for setting up of the autolube controller.
Warnings:
Never weld on the machine while the main switch of the machine is on, insure that the machine is off
and correctly tagged. Welding on the machine or in close proximity to the autolube controller will
result in damage.
Do not alter or modify any part or program of the autolube controller.
Insure that the autolube controller is mounted inside a dust free area of the machine.
Do not mount the autolube controller near excessive heat areas.
Never install or change the fuse of the autolube controller to that of higher amperage specified.
Never exceed the supply voltage specified.
Never expose the autolube controller to direct sunlight.
Never expose the autolube controller to direct water or any other substance.

The autolube controller is an electrically operated device for the use of progressive, single and dual line
lubrication equipment.

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Installation and wiring

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 AUTOLUBE MANUAL SETUP:

Setup procedures for PLS (Progressive Line Systems).

To enter the setup mode of the autolube controller, press the up arrow key and hold in while the power is off.
Switch the power on then release the up arrow key. The red LED will now be illuminated indicating that the
autolube controller is now in the setup mode. By pushing the up arrow key, select the type of system that is
required. For this example we are using the PLS (progressive lines systems).

PLS will now be displayed in the window, push the enter button to accept.

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 To setup the pause time, press either the up arrow key or the down arrow key to adjust the pause time
required. Note that as the time is increased the LED will change from seconds, then to minutes and finally
hours.

Push the enter button to accept the pause time required.

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 The run time will now be displayed. The choice can be made by either setting up your run time for time
dependent or cycle counting. In this example we have pressed the up arrow key till the required run time
of 2 minutes has been selected.

Should you require a run cycle counter push the down arrow key till RCC (Run Cycle Counter) appears in
the display.

The difference between Run Time and Run Cycle Counter are:
1) Run time is dependent on time. If the system has been set for 10 minutes run, then the pump will pump
for 10 minutes before it resumes the pause time.

2) Run Cycle Counter is dependent on a signal received either from a flow sensor or pressure switch. If
the system has been set for 10 cycles, then the pump will have to deliver grease to the feeder till 10
cycles have been completed.

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 Push the enter button to accept either the Run time or the RCC (Run Cycle Counter).

If RCC has been selected, push the up arrow key to select the number of cycles required.

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 Push the enter button to select the number of cycles required.

If you are using the run time function, select the time required by pushing either the up or down arrow
keys.

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 Once the run time has been selected, push the enter button to accept the run time required.

The next screen will display the proxy 1 setup. If you are using your controller only as a run, pause timer,
select NO for proxy 1. If you are going to use your controller as a run, pause timer with the monitoring of
flow, select the YES button. If you are going to use the controller as a run cycle counter, select YES for
proxy 1.

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 Once the option has been decided, press the enter button to accept.

In the next display and if proxy 1 has been selected you have to select a lapse time for proxy 1 to time
out. Depending on the system configuration it must be calculated how long the proxy takes to transmit its
pulse or signal. For example, should the proxy be installed to a 6 port feeder and the pump delivers
4cc/min, this feeder should take around 20 seconds to cycle once. Therefore the timeout should be set to
5 times more than the cycle time, e.g. 5 X 20 seconds = 1 minute. Note should there be a problem with
the system either blockages or pump element failure the system will timeout and the fault will be
displayed as a red LED on proxy 1.

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 Push the enter button to accept the timeout required.

In this display it is required to setup the type of sensor used. Either npn, n-c (negative positive negative
normally closed) or npn, n-o (negative positive negative normally open). In most systems we use npn
normally open. Push the up or down arrow button to make your selection.

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 Push the enter button to select the required selection.

In this screen the proxy 2 LED will illuminate. The autolube controller is able to use 2 sensors at the same
time to monitor the system or as a cycle counter. In most systems installed we use only 1 sensor. Push
the up arrow button to make your selection.

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 Push the enter button to accept the choice of no proxy 2.

The next screen will now display the selection for low level detection on reservoirs. By pressing the up or
down arrow button select if you are going to use low level detection.

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 Press the enter button to select your choice of low level detection.

The following screen will now display the type of low level device you need to select. The sensor can
either be npn-normally open or closed. Press the up arrow button to select your choice.

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 Press the enter button to accept your selection.

The next screen will now display the type of fault requirement for the low level warning. FE stands for fatal
error, in this mode the pump will stop on low level warning. Should NFE be selected then the pump will
continue to work with the low level warning armed. In most cases we use FE mode. Press the up or down
arrow button to make your selection.

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 Press the enter button to accept your selection.

The next screen will now display the type of external warning device that you may want to use. L F
stands for external lamp flashing In other words you may fit a strobe light that requires a pulsed supply.
If the selection of L S lamp static is selected then the external warning device may required a
continuous supply. Press the up or down arrow buttons to make your selection.

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 Press the enter button to accept your selection.

By pressing the up arrow button while in the TST mode will energize the pump. The pump will continue to
pump until you release the up arrow button. Should the red led light up, this is an indication of a pump fault,
and either the pump motor is open circuit or short circuit. Correct this fault by inspecting the connections on
the motor or where it connects to the monitor.

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 By pressing the down arrow button while in the TST mode will energize the external lamp function. While
holding down the down arrow button the lamp will either flash or stay on as setup from the programming

The low level sensor can also be tested. The LED will illuminate one the sensor receives its signal. The
process is the same as above, should the LED not illuminate, proceed into the setup of reservoirs and change
the settings. It is important to enter the new settings until TST appears in the display.

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 Br running the pump continuously, holding down the up arrow button you can also see if the pressure
switch functions. The LED on proxy1 will illuminate as the pressure switches receives a pulse. If the LED
on proxy 1 does not illuminate then proceed back into the program and change the settings for the type of
sensor, e.g. N O to normally closed N C. Proceed back to TST mode and try again. The same test
can be performed for Proxy 2

Once all the parameters have been tested and in working status, switch the power off, wait 2 seconds
and switch the system on. The autolube controller will default itself to a 4 second delay in pause time
before starting the actual cycle.

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Once the 4 second delay is completed the autolube controller will proceed into the run/run cycle counter
process. The display will count down from the actual setting.

In this display the run time has elapsed without system problems and the pause time is now in progress.
The pause time displayed will count down from the actual time that was set.

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 INDICATED FAULTS

The following displays a sensor 1 problem. The causes of the faults are: Blockage in system, Faulty pump
element, broken main line supply to feeder or faulty sensor. The time of the fault as indicated as F will
display how long that particular fault has been there for.

The following displays a empty reservoir fault. The fault is also recorded in the display box by indication of
time.

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The following displays a motor problem. The causes of the faults are: Motor open circuit and motor short
circuit. The time of the fault as indicated as F will display how long that particular fault has been there
for.

The autolube system can be reset by pushing the up arrow button. If the fault was not corrected the the
time in the display box will continue from the fault time that it left on. The fault time will automatically reset
itself after a complete run and pause cycle has been achieved.

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 If for any reason the fuse has blown, it will indicate by illuminating the red LED

In the event of a blown fuse remove the fuse holder as indicated and replace with the specified rated
fuse.

Note for the setup procedure of SLS (Single Line System) and DLS (Dual Line System) is exactly
the same process as the above examples. In both SLS and DLS the only change is the Vent time
process as the systems uses pressure switches instead of proximity switches.

The SLS system can now use a dual pressure switch, monitoring the high pressure signal
(proxy1) and the low pressure signal vent pressure (proxy2). The selection of this is the same
process as PLS. In SLS the system defaults to using 1 pressure switch, the only setting you need
to program is the vent time. Vent time is the time that it takes in order for the system to start the
next cycle. There are no run time settings. The run time is determined by the receiving of the
pressure switch signal.

The DLS can work 2 functions, cycle functions in case where the user is using a hydraulic
change over valve with a micro switch attached. The autolube controller by default will select this
option when DLS is selected. The autolube controller will monitor the opening and closing of the
micro switch. If the Proxy2 is selected the system will automatically recognize that 2 pressure
switches are in use and the only setting required thereafter would be the setting up of the Vent
times.

With both SLS and DLS multiple cycles can be set due to the monitoring of the vent times.

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