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TCA-9102 Series Surface Mount

Temperature Controllers
with High and Low Alarm

General Description & Applications

The TCA-9102 Series Temperature Controller with Alarm
offers a versatile solution for a wide variety of applications
that may require 30 amp relays, short cycle delays and
independent dual stages in one convenient, easy to use
controller.

The TCA-9102 controller can accommodate input voltages

from 12VAC to 240VAC and offers sensor options ranging
from -40F to 600°F (-40C to 316°C). The alarm function
provides audible, visual flashing and a normally open dry
contact for triggering an alarm system, telephone dialer or
turning on a light or external siren. In addition the TCA-9102
will log the highest and lowest temperatures on record
between resets.

Features
• Single or Dual stage models with independent relay • Tamper resistant features to lock out and limit set point
control. adjustment and programming features.
• High and Low temperature alarm set points with audible, • .56” high red LED display with three digit display in 1
flashing visual and relay output alarm capabilities. degree increments.
• Programmable set point, differential, short cycle delay • LED Relay status indicator.
time, and temperature sensor calibration mode. • Displays current temperature.
• Fahrenheit or Celsius Mode Selectable. • Durable touch-pad programming with LED display
• NEMA 1, high-impact plastic enclosure. prompts.

Specifications
Power Requirements: Temperature Sensor Range:
• Low Voltage (LV) models accept 12 to 24VAC & 24VDC. • PTC sensor included: -40 to 300°F (-40 to 148°C) with
• High Voltage (HV) models accept 120 to 240VAC. 36” (.91M) 24AWG, 2 conductor wire. Nickel plated
Relay(s) Contact Rating: copper sensor cap: 1.75”L (44mm) x .251” OD (6.38mm).
1 relay on single stage models, 2 relays on dual stage models. • Optional 1000 Ohm Platinum RTD sensor:
• SPST, normally open – switch up to 30A at 277 VAC 0 to 600°F (-17 to 316°C)
Alarm Relay Rating: Accuracy: ± 2° F, ± 2°C
• SPST, normally open relay, 1 amp, 26 VAC resistive. Relay Status Indicator: LED is on when relay is activated.
Ambient Operating Temp: 20 to 104°F (-6 to 40°C) Dimensions: L 6.00” (15.24cm) x W 3.12” (7.92cm) x D 2.00”
Ambient Operating Humidity: 90%RH at 95°F (35°C) (5.08cm)
Alarm Notification Method: Agency Approvals: UL and CUL recognized
60 dB audible alarm, flashing LED’s & relay contact closure. Material Certification: RoHS compliant. 100% lead free.

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Wiring Connections
Stage 1 Stage 2 Dry Contact Low Voltage Power: On low voltage (LV) models, the input voltage
Power Connections Normally Open Normally Open Alarm Output can be 12 to 24 VAC or 24 VDC. LV models will only have a two
position terminal block marked “240” and “COM”. There is no
polarity with any of the low voltage inputs, so both power leads can
240 VAC

COMMON

120 VAC

No polarity. No polarity. Normally go into either of these terminal positions.

Accepts up Accepts up open
to 240VAC to 240VAC contact
resistive/30 resistive/30 closes upon
Sensor Type Ground Signal +5 VDC
amps amps alarm. PTC or RTD sensor Black White NA

WARNING:
To avoid the risk of electrical shock, disconnect all power sources to the
controller and the equipment before wiring any connections. More than one
disconnect may be required to completely de-energize the control and the
equipment.

IMPORTANT:
All wiring must conform to local, national and regional regulations. Use copper
conductors only for all wire connections. Do not exceed the electrical ratings
for the TC-9102 series control or the equipment it is wired to.
Connect the proper power supply to the power connections on the terminal block as shown in the Dimensions & Wiring section
on page one. Note your model number indicates what input voltage is acceptable for this unit.
1. “HV” designates the unit can accept input voltage of between 110 and 240 VAC
2. “LV” designates the unit can accept input voltage of 12 or 24 VAC or 24 VDC. On low voltage versions, the TC-9102 will
have only a 240VAC and Common terminal block. There is no polarity on this terminal block for low voltage inputs.

The input power is independent of the power that can run through the relays. On all models, regardless of the input voltage,
the control relays can accept up to 240 VAC power at up to 30 AMPs. Connect the heating and cooling equipment to the
normally open (NO) relay terminal block connectors as appropriate.

The sensor may already be connected, but if not or if you ordered the RTD sensor option, you may need to connect this sensor
to the sensor connections. If you connected the optional RTD sensor, you will need to change the sensor selection menu in the
Hidden Access menus. Sensor connections are on the smaller board on the display side of the controller.

Once the unit is powered up and the proper sensor is connected, the controller will display the current temperature. If the
current temperature does not appear to match the actual current temperature, you will have an opportunity to calibrate the
sensor. If the display is showing “Shrt” or “OPEn”, it means the sensor connection has a problem. “Shrt” indicates there is a
short in one of the wires of the sensor or in the sensor itself. “OPEn” indicates a cut wire or open connection on one of the
sensor’s wires.

The TCA-9102 also has a normally open dry alarm relay contact that closes when the unit is in alarm. This can be used to turn
on a light, siren or to trigger one of our alarm dialers (sold separately).

How the Controller Works

When programming the TCA-9102 temperature controller, it is important to determine how the TCA-9102 controller should
operate for your specific application. You will need to know if you are using the controller in a heating application, a cooling
application or with a dual stage unit, it can even be used for both a heating and cooling application.

There are three different programming parameters that determine how the TCA-9102 controller will operate for your specific
application. Dual stage units have separate programming parameters for each stage.
1. Temperature Set Point: The relays will always turn OFF or open when the temperature set point is reached.
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2. Operating Mode (COOL, HEAT or OFF): This setting determines the application the controller is being used for.
3. Differential Setting: This is the number of degrees above or below the temperature set point the temperature is
allowed to rise or fall (depending up on the Operating Mode).

Temperature Set-Point Programming Functions:

Single Stage Applications:
On single stage models, the controller will either turn on or off the heating or cooling application based on the Temperature Set
Point set in the Set Point Programming function and the Differential set in Hidden Access Programming Function. The diagrams
below show how a single stage model operates for either a heating or cooling application.

Dual Stage Applications:

With dual stage models, each stage is independent, so one stage can be set as a cooling stage and the other a heating stage, or
both can be cooling or heating stages. When both stages are set to heating or cooling mode, each stage can have any set point
or differential value desired. If one stage is heat and the other is cool, however, there is a limitation on how you can set the
temperature set points to prevent the controller from having both heating and cooling applications running at the same time.

When both stages are in COOL or HEAT modes, the temperature set points can overlap or be separated by any number of
degrees. When using both HEAT and COOL applications in a dual stage controller, the controller will not let the user set
temperature set points that overlap. The TCA-9102 controller automatically enforces a 2 second delay between one stage
turning off and another stage starting. The following diagrams show examples of how the Dual Stage TCA-9102 controller can
be configured in different applications.

With both stages in the cooling mode, one

can “stage” cooling phases. The example
on the left shows stage 1 turning on to
cool to bring the temperature down to
17°. If the temperature continues to rise
for some reason, stage 2 kicks in at 25° to
boost the cooling down.

Alternately, each stage could be

separated by any number of degrees.

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In this example, both stages are set to

HEAT, but the stages are separated by 2
degrees.

When both stages are set to either HEAT

or COOL modes, the stages can have the
same temperature set-point, be separated
by any number of degrees or they can
overlap as shown above.

With dual stages, the TCA-9102 can be

used in a wide variety of applications.

It is possible to maintain a very tight temperature range by

setting one stage as a cooling stage and one stage as a heating
stage.

In the example on the left, stage 1 will heat up to 32°. At 32°,

the heating application will turn off and allow the application to
rise to 33° at which time the cooling stage will turn on. The
cooling stage will turn off when the temperature reaches 32°.

Although both temperature set points can be set at the same

temperature, the TCA-9102 requires a minimum differential of 1
degree or more. In addition, the controller enforces a 2 second
delay between one stage turning off and the other stage turning
on. This is designed to reduce the possibility of tripping circuit
breakers should both the heating and cooling elements be on at
the same time.

Programming Instructions
Programming the TCA-9102 series temperature controller is completed through two separate programming sequences:
1. Temperature Set-Point and Temperature Alarm Set Point Programming Functions
2. Hidden Access Programming Functions for operation mode, differential, high & low set point limits, calibration, F/C
selection, short cycle delay time, temperature sensor selection, temperature alarm delay and lock-out functions.

The programming menus are set up to display a program function first, followed by the numeric value or feature value. You can
change that value and then press the ENTER key to save the value, then press the MODE key to move to the next programming
function. The program functions are displayed with shortened text to represent the function that is to be programmed. For a
detailed explanation of all the program functions, see page 7.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING A POWER FAILURE?

All settings on the TCA-9102 temperature controllers are saved in non-volatile memory which means they will stay programmed
even if the power is cut to the unit. This is crucial during a power failure since the unit will return to normal operating function
once the power is restored. The highest and lowest temperature logged will also be retained in memory unless they
immediately are different upon power being restored.

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SAVING YOUR CHANGES:

To save your changes, you MUST press the ENTER value whenever you make a change to any program setting.

EXITING THE MENUS:

You can exit the menus in one of several ways. If you make changes, you will need to press the ENTER button after every
change or your values will not be saved!
1. Pressing the button will cycle through each programming function and function value. At the end of the menu,
the unit will go blank for several seconds and then return the current temperature to the display.
2. Pressing and holding the button for five seconds will allow you to exit the menu without having to cycle through
the menus.
3. When a programming function is displayed, you can press the down and up arrows to move through the various
programming options to select the one you wish to change. If you get to the last menu and press the down arrow one
more time, the unit’s display will go blank for several seconds and then return with the current temperature displayed.

PROGRAMMING TEMPERATURE SET POINT AND TEMPERATURE ALARM SET POINTS:

• It is assumed the unit is powered up and the current temperature is displayed.
• Shaded sections are only applicable to Dual Stage Units.

Step PRESS DISPLAYED FUNCTION or INSTRUCTIONS

HLoG represents the High Temperature Logging Feature. The
1 HLog next value to be displayed will be the highest temperature the
unit’s sensor has detected since the last reset or power up.
This is the highest temperature the sensor detected since the
Flashing
unit was powered up or since the last reset. To reset this value
2 High Log
to the current temperature, press the ENTER button. The
value
current temperature should be displayed and stop flashing.
LLoG represents the Low Temperature Logging Feature. The
3 LLog next value to be displayed will be the lowest temperature the
unit’s sensor has detected since the last reset or power up.
This is the lowest temperature the sensor detected since the
Flashing Low unit was powered up or since the last reset. To reset this value
4
Log value to the current temperature, press the ENTER button. The
current temperature should be displayed and stop flashing.
SP1 represents Set Point #1 for the first stage. On single stage
5 SP1 models, there will only be one set point value, but on dual
stage models, there will also be a SP2 as shown below.
Flashing Using the keys, adjust the temperature set point value for
6
Temp Value stage 1.
SP1 value is
7 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
displayed.
For DUAL STAGE models ONLY, SP2 will appear, giving you the
8 SP2 ability to program the temperature set point for the second
stage.
Flashing DUAL STAGE MODELS ONLY: Using the keys, adjust the
9
Temp Value temperature set point value for stage 2.
SP2’s value DUAL STAGE MODELS ONLY: Pressing ENTER saves the value
10
is displayed and displays it without flashing.
The next programming parameter is High Temp Alarm Set
11 HTA
Point. HTA is displayed.
Flashing Using the keys, adjust the high temperature alarm set
12
HTA value point.

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Step PRESS DISPLAYED FUNCTION or INSTRUCTIONS

HTA’s value
13 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
The next programming parameter is Low Temp Alarm Set
14 LTA
Point. LTA is displayed.
Flashing Using the keys, adjust the low temperature alarm set
15
LTA value point.
LTA’s value
16 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
For a few seconds, the screen will go blank and then the
Exit Blank Screen current temperature will be displayed. This signifies the end of
this programming menu.

PROGRAMMING THE HIDDEN ACCESS MENU FUNCTIONS:

• It is assumed the unit is powered up and the current temperature is displayed.
• Shaded sections are only applicable to Dual Stage Units.
• For detailed explanation of the individual programming options, go to the end of this programming guide.
Step PRESS DISPLAYED FUNCTION or INSTRUCTIONS
Press and hold the DOWN ARROW key and then press the
1 + OP1 MODE button. OP1 will be displayed representing the
Operating Mode for Stage 1.
Flashing Using the keys, select between the HEAT, COOL or OFF
2
OP1 value operating mode for stage 1.
OP1’s value
3 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
On DUAL STAGE UNITS only, the unit displays OP2,
4 OP2
representing the operating mode for Stage 2.
Flashing Using the keys, select between the HEAT, COOL or OFF
5
OP2 value operating mode for stage 2.
OP2’s value
6 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
7 dF1 dF1 will be displayed representing the differential for Stage 1.
Flashing
8 Using the keys, adjust the differential setting for stage 1.
dIf1’s value
dIf1’s value
9 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
ON DUAL STAGE UNITS only, dF2 will be displayed
10 dF2
representing the differential for Stage 2.
Flashing
11 Using the keys, adjust the differential setting for stage 2.
dIf2’s value
dIf2’s value
12 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
HSL1 will be displayed representing the High Set Point Limit for
13 HSL1
Stage 1.
Flashing
14 Using the keys, adjust the high set point limit for stage 1.
HSL1’s value
HSL1’s value
15 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
LSL1 is displayed representing the Low Set Point Limit
16 LSL1
programming parameter.
17 Flashing Using the keys, adjust the low set point limit for stage 1.
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Step PRESS DISPLAYED FUNCTION or INSTRUCTIONS

LSL1’s value
LSL1’s value
18 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
On DUAL STAGE UNITS only, the unit displays HSL2,
19 HSL2
representing the High Set Point Limit for Stage 2.
Flashing
20 Using the keys, adjust the high set point limit for stage 2.
HSL2’s value
HSL’s value
21 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
On DUAL STAGE UNITS only, the unit displays LSL2,
22 LSL2
representing the Low Set Point Limit for Stage 2.
Flashing
23 Using the keys, adjust the low set point limit for stage 2.
LSL2’s value
LSL2’s value
24 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
CAL is displayed, representing the temperature sensor
25 CAL
calibration adjustment.
Using the keys, adjust the calibration value of the
Flashing CAL
26 temperature sensor. This can be adjusted + 30° from the
value
reading on the display.
CAL value is
27 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
displayed.
F or C This is where you select if the unit should display in Fahrenheit
28
is displayed or Celsius degrees. Press MODE to change the selection.
Flashing
29 Use the keys to toggle between “F” and “C”.
F or C
F or C
30 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
SCYC represents the Short Cycle Delay Time. You select a value
31 SCYC in minutes anywhere from 0 to 15 minutes. Press MODE to
change the selection.
Flashing
32 Using the keys, set your desired Short Cycle Delay time.
SCYC value
SCYC value
33 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
tAd represents the Temperature Alarm Delay time. You select
34 tAd a value in minutes anywhere from 0 to 60 minutes. Press
MODE to change the selection.
Flashing
35 Using the keys, set desired Temperature Alarm Delay time.
tAd value
tAd value is
36 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
displayed
SEnS allows you to select from one of two different sensor
37 SEnS
options. Press MODE to change the selection.
Flashing
38 Use the keys to toggle between “rtd” and “Ptc”.
Ptc or rtd
Ptc or rtd
39 Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
is displayed
This is the Lock-Out feature that prevents users from changing
40 LOC the temperature alarm set point or the temperature alarm set
point. Press MODE to turn this ON or OFF.
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Step PRESS DISPLAYED FUNCTION or INSTRUCTIONS

ALL, ALAr or
41 Use the keys to toggle between “ALL”, “ALAr” or “OFF”
OFF flashes
ALL, ALAr or
42 OFF is Pressing ENTER saves the value and displays it without flashing.
displayed
Pressing MODE at the end of this menu results in the display
Display goes
43 going blank for several seconds followed by a display of the
blank
current temperature reading from the temperature sensor.

EXPLANATION OF PROGRAMMING PARAMETER SETTINGS:

HLog & LLog HIGH AND LOW LOGGING VALUES The TCA-9102 series has a logging feature that keeps track of the highest
and lowest temperatures that have been detected by the attached temperature sensor. These values are
displayed after the HLog or LLog program function. To reset the values to the current temperature, press the
ENTER button. The current temperature will then be the new logged value. If power goes out, the unit will
retain the last logged highest and lowest temperatures, unless the temperatures upon power being restored
are further out of range.
SP1 & SP2 TEMPERATURE SET POINT This is the temperature you wish to maintain for each stage. The TCA-9102D
model has two independent relay stages. The TCA-9102S is a single stage model. See page 2 for an
explanation of how the TCA-9102 uses these set points in conjuction with the differential setting.
HTA & LTA HIGH AND LOW TEMPERATURE ALARM SET POINT Since this is an alarm, you can set both a high and a low
temperature at which you wish the alarm to sound. The TCA-9102 will sound an audible alarm, flash the
current temperature and close a dry contact relay when in alarm.
OP1 and OP2 OPERATING MODE Select the type of application this controller will be working with. Is it a heating
application or a cooling application. If you don’t wish to use this relay at all, select the OFF mode. Only Dual
stage units will haven a “OP2” mode. Factory default is COOL.
dF1 and dF2 DIFFERENTIAL This represents the number of degrees from the temperature set point the controller allows
the temperature to rise or fall before closing the relay control. See diagrams above. This is always a positive
number from 1 to 30. Zero is not allowed as a differntial value. Only Dual Stage units will have a “dF2” option.
The factory default setting is 3.
HSL1 and HSL2 HIGH SET POINT LIMIT and LOW SET POINT LIMIT This is a tamper proof option that allows a user to
LSL1 and LSL2 set maximum and minimum temperature set point limits to which a user can adjust the temperature set point.
If a user only wants people to be able to adjust temperature a few degrees, they can set very tight High and
Low Set Point Limits. Both High and Low set point limits can be set to the same temperature to prevent any
change in temperature set point. Only dual stage units have HSL2 and LSL2 options. Factory default value is
100° for the High Set Point Limits and 0° for the Low Set Point Limits.
CAL CALIBRATION This option allows a user to field calibrate the temperature sensor. If the actual temperature is
2 degrees higher than what the TCA-9102 is displaying, the user can enter a value of 2 in the calibration option
to make the TCA-9102 controller display the correct temperature. You can enter a calibration value anywhere
from -30 to +30. Factory set at zero.
F or C TEMPERATURE SCALE This option allows you to have the TCA-9102 display in either Fahrenheit or Celsius
degrees. Factory default is Fahrenheit.
SCYC SHORT CYCLE DELAY TIME The short cycle protection feature prevents the controller from short cycling a
compressor. A short cycle condition is when a relay controlling a compressor or other equipment cycles on
and off too quickly, possibly causing compressor or equipment damage. The minimum time between relay
state change is determined by the value entered in the Short Cycle Delay Time option. Enter a value anywhere
from 0 to 15 minutes. Factory default is 5 minutes.
tAd TEMPERATURE ALARM DELAY The Temperature Alarm Delay feature prevents the alarm from going off
immediately upon a temperature going out of range. Instead, the unit will wait a specified number of minutes
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before going into alarm mode. This is helpful for applications where there may be defrost cycles or where the
user may leave a refrigerator door open during loading and they don’t want an alarm condition to occur at
that time. Set this alarm delay anywhere from 0 to 60 minutes. Factory default is 0 minutes.
SEnS SENSOR SELECTION Choose if you have our PTC or RTD sensor connected. Factory default is PTC.
LOC LOCK OUT FEATURE This feature allows the user to prevent anyone from adjusting the temperature set point
and temperature alarm set point values. If a person attempts to change any value, the display will show LOC
for a short period of time to show the user these adjustments are off-limits. Three options are available.
Factory default is OFF.
1. ALL Locks out all functionality of the Temperature Set Point menus. No changes can be made.
2. ALAr Locks out only the High and Low alarm set point menus, preventing someone from changing
the high and low temperature alarm setpoint values.
3. OFF This allows a user full access to the Temperature Set Point and Alarm Set Point menus.

Normal Operation
During normal operation, the current temperature will be displayed. Relay indicator lights will be illuminated only if relays are
in the closed position.

Relay Operation:
1. Relays will always open when the temperature set point is reached.
2. Relays will always close when the temperature set point, plus or minus the differential value is reached.
3. On a dual stage unit, if using one relay for HEAT and the other for COOL, the TCA-9102 will not allow the relays to be
both on at the same time. There will a minimum of 2 seconds between turning one stage off and turning another stage
on. This is designed to eliminate the possibility of a simultaneous switch between heating and cooling that could cause
a circuit breaker to trip.

Alarm Operation
During an Alarm Condition:
If the temperature gets above or below the high or low Temperature Alarm Set Points as programmed in the Set Point Menu,
the unit will go into alarm and the following will occur:
1. The display will flash the current temperature.
2. The unit will sound a beep once every two seconds.
3. The Normally Open Alarm Relay will close, allowing for a light or siren to turn on or to trigger an alarm dialer or
auxiliary security system. Control Products offers several alarm dialers that can automatically call up to three phone
numbers if the TCA-9102 goes into alarm mode.
Silencing the Alarm:
The user can silence the audible alarm for up to 60 minutes or turn off the audible alarm entirely by pressing either the MODE
or SET buttons during an alarm condition.
PRESSING ONCE Silences the alarm for 15 minutes. “15” is displayed for 2 seconds followed by the flashing current
temperature.
PRESSING TWICE Silences the alarm for 60 minutes. “60” is displayed for 2 seconds followed by the flashing current
temperature.
PRESSING THREE TIMES Silences the alarm indefinitely. “OFF” is displayed for 2 seconds followed by the flashing current
temperature.
This alarm timer automatically resets when the alarm condition is corrected and unit returns to normal operation.
NOTE: Silencing the alarm DOES NOT change the status of the normally open alarm relay output or the flashing visual display.
The alarm relay will remain closed until the temperature returns to a normal range.

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FAILED TEMPERATURE SENSOR ALARM:

The TCA-9102 can determine when the temperature sensor is defective or damaged and will alarm when such a condition
occurs. If the sensor has a cut wire or an open circuit, the display will flash “OPEn”. If there is a short in the sensor wire or the
sensor element, the display will flash “Shrt”. In both cases, the on-board audible alarm will sound and the normally open alarm
relay contact will close. When this alarm occurs, the audible alarm cannot be silenced. Power must be cut to the controller to
silence the alarm. In addition, all controller functions will cease to operate until the problem with the sensor is fixed.

Technical Support & Contact Info

If you have further questions about the operation of your TCA-9102 Temperature Controller and Alarm, please contact our
Customer Service department in one of the following methods:
Phone: 952-448-2217 MODELS AVAILABLE (Made in USA)
Fax: 952-361-9420 TCA-9102S-LV Single stage, power = 12 or 24 VAC, 24 VDC
Email: [email protected] TCA-9102D-LV Dual stage, power = 12 or 24 VAC, 24 VDC
TCA-9102S-HV Single stage, power = 120 or 240 VAC
Web: www.controlproductsonline.com TCA-9102D-HV Dual stage, power = 120 or 240 VAC

Menu Flow Charts

Flow charts showing the menu structure on the unit are on the following pages.

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Powered up unit displays

temperature of any attached
TCA-9102 SET POINT PROGRAMMING MENUS
sensors. If error message Shaded boxes are
appears, check sensor and only used on dual
power connections. stage units.

MODE

The highest
logged value is
Logged value is
High Temp Log displayed since
MODE ENTER reset to current
Hlog is displayed. the last reset.
temperature.
Press ENTER to
reset.

UP/DWN
MODE
arrows

The lowest logged

value is displayed Logged value is
Low Temp Log
MODE since the last ENTER reset to current
Llog is displayed.
reset. Press temperature.
ENTER to reset.

UP/DWN MODE
arrows

Program temp SP1's value is

SP1 value is
set point for 1st displayed &
MODE ENTER displayed steady
stage flashes. UP/DWN
and saved.
SP1 is displayed. arrows to adjust.

UP/DWN MODE
arrows

Program temp SP2's value is

SP2 value is
set point for 2ND displayed &
MODE ENTER displayed steady
stage flashes. UP/DWN
and saved.
SP2 is displayed. arrows to adjust.

UP/DWN MODE
arrows

Program High HTA's value is

HTA value is
Temp ALARM set displayed &
MODE ENTER displayed steady
point. flashes. UP/DWN
and saved.
HTA is displayed arrows to adjust

UP/DWN MODE
arrows

Program Low LTA's value is

LTA value is
Temp ALARM set displayed &
MODE ENTER displayed steady
point flashes. UP/DWN
and saved.
LTA is displayed arrows to adjust

MODE

Unit display goes blank

for 2 seconds and then
returns to display the
current temperature.

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Powered up unit displays temp of any

attached sensors. If no sensors
attached, unit displays sensor error
message, per spec. Recommended TCA-9102 HIDDEN ACCESS MENUS
sensors be attached before
proceeding with programming Shaded boxes are only
used on dual stage units.

TO ACCESS
HIDDEN MENUS
Press Down Arrow
+ MODE MODE

Operation Mode for HEAt/COOL/OFF mode Selected value

SP1. OP1 is MODE for SP1 flashes. Arrows ENTER is steady and
displayed toggle selection saved.

MODE

Temp Set point ON, ALAr, or OFF Selected option

Operation Mode for HEAt/COOL/OFF mode Selected value
menu Lock-out. flashes. Use arrows to is steady and
SP2. MODE for SP2 flashes.. ENTER is steady and
LOC is displayed. select option. saved.
OP2 is displayed Arrows toggle selection saved.
MODE ENTER
MODE
MODE
dif1 is displayed for Differential value for Selected value
Differential setting MODE SP1 flashes. Arrows to ENTER is steady and Temp. Sensor Ptc or rtd flashes. Use Selected value
for SP1 change value. saved. selection. Ptc or rtd arrows to toggle to is steady and
is displayed. selection. saved.
MODE
MODE ENTER

dif2 is displayed for Differential value for Selected value MODE

Differential setting MODE SP2 flashes. Arrows to ENTER is steady and
for SP2 change value. saved. Temperature Alarm Temp Alarm Delay time Selected value
Delay. tAd is begins flashing. Arrows is steady and
MODE displayed. to change. saved.

MODE ENTER
High Set Point High set point value for Selected value
Limit MODE SP1 flashes. Arrows to ENTER is steady and MODE
HSL1 is displayed change value. saved.

Short Cycle Delay Short cycle delay time Selected value

MODE Time. SCYC is begins flashing. Arrows is steady and
displayed. to change. saved.
Low set point value for Selected value
Low Set Point Limit
MODE SP1 flashes. Arrows to ENTER is steady and MODE ENTER
LSL1 is displayed
change value. saved.
MODE
MODE

F or C flashes. Use Selected value

F/C selection.
High Set Point High set point value for Selected value arrows to toggle for is steady and
F or C is displayed.
Limit. HSL2 is MODE SP2 flashes. Arrows to ENTER is steady and selection saved.
displayed change value. saved.
MODE ENTER
MODE
MODE

L:ow Set Point Low set point value for Selected value Calibration value Selected value
Calibration.
Limit. LSL2 is MODE SP2 flashes. Arrows to ENTER is steady and flashes. Arrows to is steady and
CAL is displayed
displayed change value. saved. change value. saved.

MODE ENTER
MODE

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Warranty
Control Products, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one year
and is not responsible for consequential damages or installation costs of any nature. Exposure to contaminants and extreme
environmental conditions such as moisture, temperature, chemicals, etc. may cause the unit to degrade or fail. Control
Products accepts no liability for product applications or customer application testing.

Custom Design & Modifications

Control Products specializes in complete design and manufacture of electronic controls. In addition to making any desired
modifications to this product, we can design a unique control specific to your application. Please consult our Customer Service
Department for further information on these services.

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Chanhassen, MN 55317 USA

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