Thermotech Snow Melting

3. ETO 2 - Controller for ice and snow melting

Advantages
Simple adjustment knob with two functions Illuminated display where you can easily see the temperature status and other values Controls both pumps and mixing valve The system is stopped if the ETOG 55 sensor stops working

FACTS
CE marked according to EU Directive 2004/108/EC, EUs guidelines and instructions 2006/95/EEC and electrical standards CAN/CSA E 60730-2-9:01 and UL 60730-2-9. Thermostat ETO2-4550 Product ID: 68001 Supply voltage 120/240V AC 10%, 50 60 Hz Integrated electronics Power supply (Switching-Mode Power Supply, an internal transformer that supplies power to ETO2) 24V DC, 8VA 3 output relays (Potential-free contact NO) 3x16A Alarmrelay (Potential-free contact NO) max 5A Control signal to actuator 0-10V DC Power supply to actuator 24 V AC/600mA Differential On/Off 0,3C (The temperature must rise 0.3C above the set min. value) Temperature range 0/5C Ambient temperature 0/+50C Ambient humidity 1095% Weight 600g IP Class IP20 Dimensions (H/W/D) 90/156/45 mm

Area of use

ETO2 is an electronic controller that automatically controls ice and snow melting in the ground or, for example, in gutters. By automatically controlling the snow melting system, this results in as little impact as possible both economically and environmentally. You mount the ETO2 controller under a roof.

Product specification

Ice is formed from a combination of moisture and low temperature. The ETO2 controller records both temperature and moisture, and only starts up when these two parameters have been recorded. The following is required for ETO2 to function properly: The snow melting system is equipped with a ground sensor ETOG 55 which measures soil temperature and moisture A sensor for the supply temperature, 24V transformer A sensor for the return temperature An actuator motor 0-10V The system stops if the ground sensor (ETOG 55) should fail.

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3.ETO 2 - Connection and assembly

Option, used only in water-based mode for the control of water temperature. Option for 2 measurement points

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Connection of secondary pump

Figure 1 Connection of ground sensor ETOG 55 and temperature sensors supply and return.

ETOG 1 is selected in the first instance and is compliant in the majority of cases for the connection of the sensing element. ETOG 2 is used for specific conditions where two sensing elements are required, e.g. the north and south side of a building. Temperature sensors for supply and return are required to ensure a functioning system.

Connection of primary pump

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Heating Temperature sensor Moisture sensor Temperature sensor Moisture sensor Control signal Jumper across terminal 24 24V AC (out) to actuator 24V AC (in) from external supply Temperature sensor Supply

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Figure 2 Circuit diagram for ETO2

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3. ETO 2 - Circuit diagram

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16A Output 1 (Pump control) primary side

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Thermotech Snow Melting

16A Output 2 (Pumpstyrning) secondary side

16A Output 3 (not used)

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3. ETO 2 - Installation of ground sensor

(Holes for mounting)

Figure 3 Mounting of ETOG 55 in the ground

Ground sensor ETOG 55 Used folded down in the ground outdoors. Measures moisture and temperature. Part no. Classification Ambient temperature Dimension (/H) Temperature for pressure test 68002 IP 68 measured between -20/+70 C 60/32 mm 100 C

You should position the ground sensor by creating an incline towards the sensor. This is to ensure that snow melted by the heating element in the sensor runs towards the sensor. Otherwise, the sensor will mistakenly believe that the ground is snow-free as a void is formed locally around the sensor.

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3. ETO 2 - Start-up and settings

Start-up
Selection of temperature scale When ETO2 firsts starts up, you must choose the temperature scale you want it to display, Celsius or Fahrenheit. This is done by turning the adjustment knob until the correct temperature scale is indicated. Pressing the adjustment knob approves your selection. Choice of sensors ETO2 has the option of using two sensors.Sensor 1 is the primary sensor. If you need to measure in several places, you can also connect sensor 2. Sensor 1 Turn the adjustment knob until Sensor 1 appears in the display. Choose the type of sensor to activate. ETOG: Ground sensor (most common for snow melting) ETOR: Outdoor sensor (air sensor) Pressing the adjustment knob approves your selection. Sensor 2 Turn the adjustment knob until Sensor 2 appears in the display. Choose the type of sensor to activate. OFF: When no other sensor is installed. ETOG: Ground sensor (most common for snow melting). ETOR: Outdoor sensor (air sensor). Pressing the adjustment knob approves your selection. Outdoor Sensor An air sensor for sensing outdoors. OFF: When no other sensor is installed. ETF: Selected when the outdoor sensor ETF is connected to terminals 31-32. Pressing the adjustment knob approves your selection. Application Turn the adjustment knob until Application is displayed. Choose the setting that is appropriate. Pressing the adjustment knob approves your selection. ELECTRIC 1-ZONE: Used for hydronic underfloor heating when the water temperature is not controlled, the system is turned on/off via a circulation pump. This is the most common control mode and is recommended in most cases. ELECTRIC 2-ZONE: Used for electrical ground heating. ELECTRIC 2-STEP: Used for electrical ground heating. WATER BASED: An actuator is connected to the controller and maintains a minimum water temperature in the ground coil. If sensors in the ground detect moisture and the outdoor temperature falls below the set value, the water temperature rises to the maximum water set value. Note: This mode may involve high energy consumption in cold climates, as the temperature in the ground is kept at a low level throughout the winter. Select the appropriate setting. Pressing the adjustment knob approves your selection. The system is now set to operate automatically with a pre-set standard (Factory settings). Alternative settings can be made, see section Settings below. Information on the status and operating time after shut-down for zone 1 and zone 2 will now appear in the display.

Settings

ETO2 is fitted with an easy-to-use programming button (turn & push) and a display that shows the current programming. This has an illuminated display which is lit by pressing in the adjustment knob. The screen turns off automatically after 30 seconds. Basic menu
ZONE 1 ZONE 2 SENSOR 1 SENSOR 2 MOIST 1 MOIST 2 OUT. TEMP SUPPLY W RETURN W ALARM OFF OFF ##.# C ##.# C NO NO ##.# C ##.# C 5C NO Zone 1 Zone 2 Sensor 1 Sensor 2 Moisture Moisture Outdoor temperature Supply temperature for the water Default setting, return temperature for the water Error message - type of error is given in the window and the LED flashes red

Information on set values

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The Show info menu provides information on set values.
APP: SW VERSION SENSOR 1 SENSOR 2 SENSOR ETF EXIT E, 1-ZONE 1.00 ETOG 55 OFF OFF Type of setting: hydronic or electrical installation Software version Type of Sensor 1 Type of Sensor 2 ETF Sensor not connected Back to main menu

be operational after the ground sensor ETOG 55 (2) has stopped transmitting, i.e. when heat is no longer required in the snow melting system. The period of operation after shut-down can be set from 0-6 hours. The system will then continue to heat for as long as it is set. OFFSET T1 0,0 C You can calibrate the temperature for zone 1 to ensure the correct temperature is displayed. With a measuring instrument you measure the exact temperature in the ground, and then adjust the temperature as recorded by ETOG 55 1. Set the measured temperature and press OK. OFFSET T2 0,0 C You can calibrate the temperature for zone 2 to ensure the correct temperature is displayed. With a measuring instrument you measure the exact temperature in the ground, and then adjust the temperature as recorded by ETOG 55 (2). Set the measured temperature and press OK. OFFSET OUT 0,0 C You can calibrate the outdoor temperature to ensure the correct temperature is displayed. With a measuring instrument you measure the exact temperature in the air , and then adjust the temperature as recorded by ETF. Set the measured temperature and press OK. MIN WATER 5,0 C Here you set the minimum water temperature for the snow melting system. Set the required return temperature and press OK. This setting can only be made when there is a hydronic system. When the temperature drops below the set value and no ice or snow (moisture) is recorded, the snow melting system starts up and runs for 1 minute. It then starts up every 15 minutes until the temperature has risen to the set value. If you do not want to maintain a constant temperature in the ground, a resistor of 10 k is mounted in the ground between terminals 29 and 30. This makes the system believe it is 10 C in the ground coil. If you do not have a glycol mixture, you must use the water minimum temperature sensor in cases where there is a risk of freezing. Its task is to maintain a minimum temperature in the system. MAX WATER 55,0 C Here you set the maximum water temperature for the

An incorrectly set sensor could lead to poor or no snow melting. Start the box by pressing the adjustment knob. Below we use Press OK when something must be confirmed by pressing the adjustment knob. Press again to bring up the first sub-menu. Select the setting you want to change.

Setup

FORCE HEAT OFF To manually turn on the heat in the system, press OK. Select ON to start manual heating. The ETO2 controller will now follow the pre-set heating program Afterrun time (for more details see AFTERRUN 1 or 2). SELECT SCALE C To manually turn on the heat in the system, press OK. Select ON to start manual heating. The ETO2 controller will now follow the pre-set heating program Afterrun time (for more details see AFTERRUN 1 or 2). SET TEMP 1 3.0 C Select if the temperature is to display in Celsius (C) or Fahrenheit (F). Select the desired temperature scale, press OK. Press OK to continue in the set-up menu. SET TEMP 2 3.0 C Set the temperature for zone 2: The maximum temperature in the ground when snow melting is to start. Set the desired temperature and press OK. AFTERRUN 1 0,30 h Here you set the time that the melting systems should be operational after the ground sensor ETOG 55 (1) has stopped transmitting, i.e. when heat is no longer required in the snow melting system. The period of operation after shut-down can be set from 0-6 hours. The system will then continue to heat for as long as it is set. AFTERRUN 2 0,30 h Here you set the time that the melting systems should

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snow melting system. Set the required supply temperature (40-55C) and press OK. This setting can only be made when there is a hydronic system. When the measured temperature is equal to the set value, the actuator motor will close the valve. If ETOG continues to call for heat, the system will open when the measured value falls below the set value. Factory reset Resets all input data to the default setting from the factory. EXIT ETO2 If you select EXIT, you skip the reset of the system and return to the main menu. REINSTALL Reinstalls the system. Used if the system is not functioning correctly or if the hardware has changed. Main data must then be modified to ensure you have settings that work for the system. Select Reinstall and Password. You bring up the password by turning the adjustment knob. The code for factory setting is: 1202. This will reboot the system and the program starts in STARTUP mode.

Factory settings
Setup APPLICATION ZONE 1 ZONE 2 AFTERHEAT TIME ZONE 1 AFTERHEAT TIME ZONE 2 TEMP OFFSET ZONE 1 TEMP OFFSET ZONE 2 TEMP OFFSET EFT SET TEMPERATURE Factory settings ELECTRIC ETOG OFF 0,30 hours 0,30 hours 0,0 C 0,0 C 0,0 C 3,0 C Personal notes

SELECT SCALE CELSIUS

MIN. WATER 5 C TEMPERATURE MAX. WATER 55 C TEMPERATURE

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