HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE (HMI) OPERATION MANUAL FOR
420F EVAPORATION SYSTEMS
SMI EVAPORATIVE
SOLUTIONS
Table of Contents
Description of Operation ............................................................................................................................. 2
Running in Manual .................................................................................................................................... 3
Running in Automatic................................................................................................................................ 4
Configuring Machine for Auto Mode ........................................................................................................ 5
Master Display.............................................................................................................................................. 6
General Information ................................................................................................................................. 6
Figure 1 – System Overview Screen .......................................................................................................... 7
Figure 2 – Single Evaporator Screen ........................................................................................................ 8
Figure 3 – Machine Configuration Screen ................................................................................................ 9
Figure 4 – Machine Delay Times ............................................................................................................ 10
Figure 5 –Evaporator List Screen ........................................................................................................... 11
Figure 6 – Evaporator Group Control Screen ......................................................................................... 12
Figure 7 – Weather Units Configuration Screen .................................................................................... 13
Figure 8 – Alarm Display Screen ............................................................................................................. 14
Figure 9 Scratchpad ................................................................................................................................ 15
Machine Display ......................................................................................................................................... 16
General Information ............................................................................................................................... 16
Figure 1 – Main Screen............................................................................................................................ 17
Figure 2 – Configuration Screen ............................................................................................................. 18
Figure 3 – Delays Screen ........................................................................................................................ 19
Figure 4 – Control Screen (Manual) ....................................................................................................... 20
Figure 5 – Control Screen (Automatic).................................................................................................... 21
Figure 6 – Info Screen ............................................................................................................................. 22
Figure 7 – Secure Screen ........................................................................................................................ 23
Figure 8 – Scratchpad ............................................................................................................................. 24
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DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION
GENERAL
The SMI 420F and 420B Evaporation Systems are designed to be easy to
configure and operate. A large color touch screen (HMI) is used to configure and
control the evaporation system. The intent of this DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION
manual is to make you, the user, familiar with the method of operation and
guide you through the steps necessary to configure and operate the evaporation
system. This manual is not intended to address the installation, maintenance or
mechanical hardware of the system. Every customer’s site will have specific
needs, and this manual will guide you through the configuration process to allow
you to customize your system to meet those specific needs. The manual is
broken into several sections to allow the user to quickly reference a specific
topic.
The manual is broken down into the following parts:
Part 1: Running the machine in manual mode
Part 2: Running the machine in automatic mode
Part 3: Configuring the auto mode parameters
Part 4: Example of a typical machine configuration
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RUNNING IN MANUAL
Part 1: Running the machine in manual mode
The simplest form of operation for the evaporation system is RUNNING IN MANUAL MODE.
When operating in manual mode, the machine or machines are controlled by the user. To start
the machine the user must start the fan by touching the Start Fan button followed by touching
the Start Pump button. NOTE: The fan must be running before the pump can be started. The
pump will run at the speed currently entered in the Manual Pump Speed set point. The user can
change the pump speed by touching the Manual Pump Speed entry and entering the desired
speed set point. The machine will continue to run, regardless of weather conditions, until the
user stops the fan and pump. Manual mode is useful if the user is performing maintenance on
the machine, trying to determine the correct weather configuration settings, or simply wants to
run the system continually at a fixed flow without shutting down.
NOTE: When operating in Manual Mode, the user should be aware the machines will run
regardless of the current weather conditions. Excessive drift and inefficient operation can
occur.
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RUNNING IN AUTOMATIC
Part 2: Running the machine in automatic (auto) mode
The preferred mode of operation for the evaporation system is RUNNING IN AUTOMATIC
MODE. When operating in automatic mode, the machine or machines are controlled based on
the user defined operating parameters. When in auto, the machines will start when the user
configured weather conditions have been satisfied. When the weather conditions go outside of
the configured parameters the machine will shut down and wait for favorable conditions to
return. In Auto Mode, the system will sense changing wind speed and wind direction and
control the pump and fan to prevent undesired “drift” or “overspray”. The pump and fan are
controlled independently to limit unnecessary start/stop cycles and still control overspray. This
is achieved by user adjustable time delays for both the fan and pump. In addition, the system
calculates the optimal pump speed (flow) for the current temperature and humidity conditions.
The user can “fine tune” the pump flow by increasing/decreasing the Auto Flow Offset by the
desired percent of flow.
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CONFIGURING MACHINE FOR AUTO MODE
Part 3: Configuring the auto mode parameters
Every evaporation site is different, and the user may need to change the machine configuration
based on seasonal changes in the weather. The SMI Evaporation System is designed to allow
the user to easily configure each individual machine and optimize evaporation while meeting
specific site requirements for spray containment and wind drift control. Each machine has user
defined configuration parameters for Wind Speed, Wind Direction, Maximum Humidity,
Minimum Temperature, and Flow Offset. In addition, the user can define several Time Delay
parameters to meet the site specific needs.
The configuration process may require the user to observe the operation over several days or
weeks. What works on a day with minimal wind may not work on a day with moderate wind. In
addition wind direction tends to change with seasonal change. Take the time to observe the
machines operating in various wind/weather conditions to determine the parameters that best
fit your application.
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Master Display
Touch to go Touch to go Touch to go to
Touch to go to to Previous to Next Configuration
specific screens Evaporator Evaporator Screen
General Information
The evaporation system is controlled and monitored by using various touch screens on the HMI.
The pushbuttons are activated by simply touching the desired button on the screen. Some buttons may
change appearance when pushed, indicating a change in state. There are several “Global” or “Go To”
buttons on each screen that allow the user to navigate to specific screens.
The HMI is a robust industrial device that requires very little care; however as with any touch
screen you should never use any sharp objects (pens, pencils, hand tools) on the screen. If it becomes
necessary to clean the screen, the user should turn power off to the HMI and wipe the screen lightly
with a small amount of window cleaner and a clean soft cloth. Although the HMI can be used in direct
sunlight, it is recommended the unit be installed in an area that is shaded to protect the screen surface
and increase the screen visibility.
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Figure 1 – SYSTEM OVERVIEW SCREEN
Touch the Icon to
Navigate (Go To) navigate to the single
additional screens machine control screen
Blinks to indicate
Alarm present
Figure 1 – SYSTEM OVERVIEW SCREEN
The SYSTEM OVERVIEW SCREEN gives the user system status overview and allows the user to navigate
to additional screens. The user can navigate to a specific evaporator control screen by touching the
machine icon.
When there is an active alarm present, the ALARM button will blink to indicate the alarm state and the
operator can navigate to the alarm screen by touching the ALARM button. (See Figure 8 for details on
alarm screen)
Default Color Legend
Red = stopped
Green = running
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Figure 2 – SINGLE EVAPORATOR SCREEN
Go to previous Go to next Configure Auto
machine screen machine screen Set Points
Touch to enter
Manual Pump
Speed set point
Reset YTD
Totalizers
Control Fan
and Pump
Change
Machine Mode
Reset Current
Auto/Manual
Alarms
Figure 2 – SINGLE EVAPORATOR SCREEN (shown running in AUTO mode)
The SINGLE EVAPORATOR SCREEN allows the user to control all the functions of a single machine. If the
machine is in Manual mode the user can start the fan, then the pump by touching the Start Fan/Start
Pump buttons. NOTE: The fan must be running before starting the pump. In Manual mode, the pump
will run the speed entered in the Manual Pump Speed set point. The set point can be changed by
touching the Manual Pump Speed window. The units are 0-100% speed.
If the machine is in Auto mode the machine will Start/Stop based on the user configured set points. In
Auto mode the pump will run at the speed determined by the auto control system.
The user can go to the Machine Configuration screen by touching the Configure button (see Figure 3 for
descriptions of Configuration functions). The user can view the Previous and Next Machine Control
screens by touching the Previous or Next buttons.
Touching the Reset Totals button will set the Flow and KWH totalizers for the single machine back to
zero. Machine information and status is displayed on the right of the screen, additional navigation
buttons are on the left.
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Figure 3 - MACHINE CONFIGURATION SCREEN
Enable/Disable Configure Wind
wind octant Speed shutdown
set points
Close machine
Configuration
window
Adjust Humidity and
Temperature shutdown
set points
Increase/Decrease
Pump flow %
Adjust Fan and Pump Auto Mode ONLY
Start and Stop delay
times
Figure 3 – MACHINE CONFIGURATION SCREEN
The MACHINE CONFIGURATION SCREEN allows the user to configure all the Wind, Temperature and
Humidity set points required to operate the machine in AUTOMATIC mode. In addition the user can set
all the machine Start and Stop Delay times to meet the site specific requirements. (Refer to Figure 4 for
more information on machine Start/Stop delay set points).
The WIND SPEED SETPOINT button is used to set the maximum wind speed allowed for that wind
octant. Touching the wind speed set point button will bring up a “scratchpad,” where the operator can
enter the desired set point.
The WIND SPEED ENABLE/DISABLE button allows the operator to “lockout” the octant, preventing the
machine from running when in the selected octant. (NOTE: Delay times still apply.)
Auto Flow Offset allows the user to increase or decrease the pump flow (speed) when the machine is in
Auto. This allows the user to “fine tune” the flow based on specific site conditions. Flow is increased or
decreased (as percentage of flow) by touching the More/Less buttons.
Touch Close to return to the single machine control screen.
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Figure 4 – MACHINE DELAY TIMES
Figure 4 – MACHINE DELAY TIMES
The MACHINE DELAY TIMES configuration is part of the MACHINE CONFIGURATION SCREEN(Figure 3)
and allows the user to configure the machine Start/Stop delays. These delays are used along with the
Wind/Weather set points when the machine is in Automatic Mode.
The DELAYS function as follows: (NOTE: Delays are entered, in seconds, by touching the numeric display
for each delay set point and entering the desired delay using the “scrachpad”) (See Figure 9 Scratchpad).
Evaporator Start Delay: The time period the machine will wait to start after wind conditions have been
met. When conditions are met, the fan starts, followed by the pump 5 seconds later. Each evaporator
should have unique delay times to prevent more than one evaporator starting at the same time.
Fan Stop Delay: The time period the fan waits to stop, after the pump has shut off.
Pump Start Delay: The time period the pump will wait to start if the fan is running.
Pump Stop Delay: The time period the pump will wait to stop after wind conditions have become un-
favorable.
Example using above presets: With the machine in Auto and the wind conditions met for 120 seconds
(Evap. Start Delay) the fan will start, followed by the pump 5 seconds later. If the wind conditions go
away for 15 seconds (Pump Stop Delay) the pump will stop, followed by the fan 180 seconds later (Fan
Stop Delay). If, in that 180 seconds the wind conditions come back, the fan remains running and the
pump will start after 30 seconds (Pump Start Delay).
Wind and weather set points are configured on Machine Configuration screen. (Refer to Figure 3 in this
manual for details).
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Figure 5 – EVAPORATOR LIST SCREEN
Touch to view
single machine
Figure 5 – EVAPORATOR LIST SCREEN
The EVAPORATOR LIST SCREEN allows the user to view the operating status of up to 14 machines
simultaneously. The user can choose to view any single machine by touching the machine number to
navigate to the SINGLE EVAPORATOR CONTROL SCREEN. Additional screens can be viewed by using the
navigation buttons on the left of the screen.
This screen displays status; there are no control functions.
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Figure 6 – EVAPORATOR GROUP CONTROL SCREEN
Touch to view
single machine
Touch to change Touch to Start or Touch to Start or
Machine Mode Stop the Fan Stop the Pump
Figure 6 – EVAPORATOR GROUP CONTROL SCREEN
The EVAPORATOR GROUP CONTROL SCREEN allows the user to Start or Stop the Fan and Pump and
change the operational mode to Manual or Automatic on up to 14 machines. The user can also choose
to view any single machine by touching the machine number to navigate to the single evaporator
control screen.
NOTE: (In manual mode you must start the fan before starting the pump)
Additional screens can be viewed by using the navigation buttons on the left of the screen.
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Figure 7 – WEATHER UNITS CONFIGURATION SCREEN
Current Units
displayed here
Touch button to
change Units
Figure 7 – WEATHER UNITS CONFIGURATION SCREEN
The WEATHER UNITS CONFIGURATION SCREEN allows the user to configure how the weather and flow
units will be displayed. The user can choose the units specific to their region by touching the blue
buttons. The units currently being used are displayed in the black boxes.
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Figure 8 – ALARM DISPLAY SCREEN
Touch button to
Reset All Alarms
Figure 8 – ALARM DISPLAY SCREEN
The ALARM DISPLAY SCREEN allows the user to view the current active alarms. To reset alarms, touch
the Reset All Alarms button. Only alarm conditions that have been corrected will clear. If the alarm
condition(s) have not been corrected the alarm will remain visible or appear again.
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Figure 9 – SCRATCHPAD
Figure 9 – SCRATCHPAD
The SCRATCHPAD allows the user to enter a numeric value. The SCRATCHPAD appears like a calculator
on the screen when the user touches a numeric entry box. The user can enter the desired number using
the keypad and then touching ENTER. If you make a mistake you can Clear (Clr) the display or exit the
scratchpad by touching Esc. ALWAYS verify your entry before leaving the screen.
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Machine Display
Screen Navigation
Buttons
General Information
The evaporation system is controlled and monitored by using various touch screens on the HMI.
The pushbuttons are activated by simply touching the desired button on the screen. Some buttons may
change appearance when pushed, indicating a change in state. There are several “Global” pushbuttons
that are found on all screens. The “NAVIGATION” buttons allow the user to move to the various screens.
The HMI is a robust industrial device that requires very little care; however as with any touch
screen you should never use any sharp objects (pens, pencils, hand tools) on the screen. If it becomes
necessary to clean the screen, the user should turn power off to the HMI and wipe the screen lightly
with a clean, soft cloth and a moderate amount of window cleaner and a clean soft cloth. Although the
HMI is designed to be used in direct sunlight it is recommended the unit be installed in an area that is
shaded to increase the screen visibility.
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Figure 1 - MAIN SCREEN
Go to Go to Go to Go to
Alarm Screen Machine Info Screen Config. Control
Screen Screen
Figure 1 – MAIN SCREEN
The MAIN SCREEN allows the operator to navigate to the CONFIGURATION, CONTROL, and MACHINE
INFORMATION screens. The operator should touch the buttons to display the desired screen.
When there is an active alarm present, the ALARM button will blink to indicate the alarm state and the
operator can navigate to the alarm screen by touching the ALARM button.
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Figure 2 - CONFIGURATION SCREEN
Wind Speed Wind Speed
Enable/Disable Set point
Go to Delay Go to Control Go to Main
Config. Screen Screen Screen
Figure 2 – CONFIGURATION SCREEN
The CONFIGURATION SCREEN allows the operator to navigate to the MAIN screen, the CONTROL screen,
and the DELAY CONFIGURATION screen.
The WIND SPEED SETPOINT button is used to set the maximum wind speed allowed for that wind
quadrant. Wind speed equal to or above the set point will start the machine shutdown delay timer (refer
to FIGURE 3- DELAYS CONFIGURATION screen.) If the wind speed stays above the set point for more than
the configured time period the pump will stop. The fan will remain on until the time period (configured
on DELAY CONFIGURATION screen) has elapsed. Touching the wind speed set point button will bring up
a “scratchpad” where the operator can enter the desired set point.
The WIND SPEED ENABLE/DISABLE button allows the operator to “lockout” the quadrant, preventing
the machine from running when in the selected quadrant. (NOTE: Delay times still apply.)
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Figure 3 - DELAYS SCREEN
LOW
Temperature
Set point
HIGH Humidity
Set point
Go to Config. Go to Control Go to Main
Screen Screen Screen
Figure 3 – DELAYS SCREEN
The DELAYS SCREEN allows the operator to navigate to the CONFIGURATION screen, the CONTROL
screen, and the MAIN screen.
The DELAYS function as follows: (NOTE: Delays are entered in seconds using the “scrachpad”)
FAN STOP DELAY The time period the fan continues to run after the pump has stopped.
START DELAY The time period the machine waits for “permissible” wind conditions to remain before
starting.
STOP DELAY The time period the pump continues to run after the wind conditions have gone out of
permissible range. If the conditions remain out of range for this time period, the pump will shut off
followed by the fan (after the fan stop delay time period has expired)
WEATHER PERMISSIVES: Entered using the “scratchpad” (refer to figure 8)
The LOW TEMPERATURE permissive is used to prevent the machine from functioning below the set
temperature.
The HIGH HUMIDITY permissive is used to prevent the machine from operating above the set humidity.
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Figure 4 - CONTROL SCREEN
(shown in MANUAL mode)
Start Fan in Stop Fan in Start Pump in Stop Pump in
Manual Manual Manual Manual
Manual Speed
Set Point
Go to
AUTO or STOP
machine button Go to Go to Go to
Alarm Screen Config. Screen Main Screen
Figure 4 – CONTROL SCREEN (shown in MANUAL mode)
The CONTROL SCREEN allows the operator to navigate to the CONFIGURATION and MAIN screens.
When there is a current alarm present the ALARM button will blink to indicate the alarm state and the
operator can navigate to alarm screen by touching the ALARM button.
The operator can start and stop the fan and pump by touching the START or STOP buttons. (NOTE: The
START/STOP buttons only function when the machine is in MANUAL) To run the machine in AUTO mode
touch the GO TO AUTO button (when the machine is running in auto the button will appear as shown
here.) To stop the machine, touch the STOP SYSTEM button. This will stop the
machine and return the machine to MANUAL mode (Refer to Figure 5 for more detail).
The user must start the fan before the pump can be started (when in manual mode).
The MANUAL SPEED SET POINT button allows the operator to enter the speed the pump will run when
in manual.
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Figure 5 - CONTROL SCREEN
(shown in AUTO mode)
Start/Stop buttons
not used in AUTO
mode
Auto Speed +
Control
Auto Speed
Offset Display
Auto Speed -
Control
Auto Speed
Display
Go to
Auto or STOP
machine Button
Go to Go to Go to
Alarm Screen Config. Screen Main Screen
Figure 5 – CONTROL SCREEN (shown in AUTO mode)
The CONTROL SCREEN allows the operator to navigate to the CONFIGURATION and MAIN screens.
When there is a current alarm present the ALARM button will blink to indicate the alarm state and the
operator can navigate to alarm screen by touching the ALARM button.
The screen shot above shows the machine RUNNING in AUTO. The STOP SYSTEM button will stop the
pump and the fan. The MORE and LESS buttons allow the operator to increase or decrease the pump
speed in increments of 2, 4 or 6 %. These buttons are only active if the machine is in AUTO mode and
the Speed Control function has been enabled. In Auto, the pump speed will move up and down based on
weather conditions. The MORE and LESS buttons allow the operator to “fine tune” the speed while still
controlling the speed in auto. The “offset” is displayed just below the MORE/LESS buttons.
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Figure 6 - INFO SCREEN
Figure 6 – INFO SCREEN
The INFO SCREEN provides the user with current PUMP AMPS, PUMP FLOW, YEAR-TO-DATE FLOW, and
MACHINE YEAR-TO-DATE HOURS. The operator can navigate back to the MAIN screen by touching the
MAIN button.
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Figure 7 – SECURE SCREEN
Speed Set Point
when in manual,
Speed Display when
Sets pump to in Auto
“TEST Mode”
Wx Units Start pump in Stop pump in
Display Config. “TEST Mode” “TEST Mode”
VFD Fault Logout of Go to
Code Display Secure Screen Control
Screen
Figure 7 – SECURE SCREEN
The SECURE SCREEN can only be accessed by entering the correct password. The password is entered by
touching the bottom left of the CONTROL SCREEN (Figure 4) and entering the password using the
scratchpad. The Secure Screen gives the user the ability to change how the weather units are displayed,
and allows the user to test run the pump without the fan running. By touching the TEST MODE button
the operator can start/stop the pump and set the pump speed. This is useful for maintenance. If the
machine is running in AUTO the speed is displayed but not changeable.
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Figure 8 – SCRATCHPAD
Typical numeric
entry box. Displays
numeric entry
CLEAR
Key
ESCAPE
Key
ENTER Key
Accepts the
numeric entry
Figure 8 – SCRATCHPAD
The SCRATCHPAD is used to enter any numeric data when required. When the user touches a numeric
entry box (see above) the SCRATCHPAD appears and the user can enter the desired numbers. If the
entry is not valid the current numbers will be retained. If the entry is valid the operator can touch ENTER
and the new number will be accepted. If the user makes a mistake they simply touch Clr and enter the
correct number. The SCRATCHPAD allows users to enter system set points or user passwords.
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