XtremeMac XGC-1 warranty Troubleshooting, Making Connections

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you are having problems with this unit, refer to these troubleshooting hints. Also, refer to the connection diagram to ensure your devices are connected properly.

Problem

♦I have no lights and no function at all.

♦The fuse continues to blow.

Suggested Action

♦Check the fuse and main power. Replace the fuse if required with the correct rated fuse.

♦Check the equipment connected to the XGC for problems and/or short circuits.

♦If the fuse blows repeatedly, verify the devices connected to the unit are working properly and that they are not too large for the XGC-1 to safely control.

♦You may need to consider using expansion modules, (UPM / HPR / MLC) to decrease the amperage (load) on the XGC fuse.

♦The fans are running so often, the CO2 is hardly ever ON.

♦My CO2 consumption seems to be quite high.

♦The Hydro pumps are not cycling properly.

♦The CO2 outlet is pulsing ON and OFF too often.

♦After my compressed bottle or LP tank was replaced, the level fluctuates.

♦My CO2 outlet never comes on.

♦You may have too much heat building up in your area or too small of an exhaust fan. Reduce the heat sources or increase your fan size.

♦You may also consider using a “closed-loop” air conditioner to keep the temperature and humidity below the set points so that CO2 is allowed to run for longer amounts of time.

♦Make sure your area is sealed. You may want to install a motorized damper to seal your exhaust fans when they are “OFF”.

♦The Hydro pump outlets can be operated 24-hours a day or only when the “Lights” are “ON”. The “Hydro” selector switch also has a center “OFF” position, which can be used to “reset” the timing function. Make sure the switch is not turned “OFF”.

♦If you are running a CO2 generator, you may want to change to ON / OFF control.

♦If running compressed CO2 you may want to try running an Auto tune.

♦If your CO2 tank runs out for a period of time, the controller may take anywhere from a few hours to a couple of days to re-stabilize, this is normal. When the tank ran out, the PPM-2a tried to compensate by changing its internal settings.

♦Make sure the CO2 disable function is not ON.

♦If the actual CO2 level is above the set point (SV) the outlet will not turn on. Allow the level to drop or raise the (SV).

MAKING CONNECTIONS

All of the main functions controlled by the XGC are accessed using (8) standard 120 VAC, 15-amp receptacles mounted on the sides of the enclosure. This allows you to simply “plug in” any standard device without hardwiring or hassles. Printed labels on the front face of the enclosure identify the receptacles.

We highly recommend using only 3-wire devices with a ground. Suitably double-insulated devices are acceptable. Keep in mind that the combined amperage draw on all of the devices connected to the XGC-1 must be less than 15-amps @ 120 VAC.

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