2
Congratulations on your purchase of an Athena Series 16C Temperature/Process Controller. It is designed for ease of use and
reliability wherever accurate control is required.
After following the instructions for installation, simply step through and set your operating parameters using the controller’s easy menu
system. The instrument may then be automatically or manually tuned to your process for optimum setpoint control.
As you look through this manual, you will notice
blue italicized text
appearing with, or adjacent to, the operating information. These
notes impart important information about the controller and may answer questions you may have about its setup or operation. If you
still have questions or require any assistance, please contact your Athena representative or call technical support at 1-800-782-6776.
Outside the USA, please call (+1) 610-828-2490.
After unpacking, inspect the instrument for any physical damage that may have occurred in shipping. Save all packing materials and
report any damage to the carrier immediately.
Field-Selectable Inputs including Thermocouple, RTD, Current or Voltage
Process Control via On/Off Through Full PID Operation
Autotuning - Heat or Cool
Eight-Segment Ramp/Soak to prevent thermal shock
On/Off Output with Adjustable Hysteresis and Deadband to maintain tight process control
Field-Configurable Process or Deviation Alarms
Bumpless, Auto-Manual Transfer
NEMA 4X Front Panel, “Watertight”
Selectable Ramp to Setpoint
Alarm Inhibit
Loop Break Alarm Capability
Available Options Include Serial Communications, Contact/ Digital Input, Remote Analog Setpoint, Transducer Excitation, Auxiliary
Output, Dual Alarms, or Electromechanical Relay Alarm.
In addition to presenting a potential fire hazard, high voltage and high temperature can damage equipment and
cause severe injury or death. When installing or using this instrument, follow all instructions carefully and use
approved safety controls. Electrical connections and wiring should be performed only by suitably trained personnel.
Do not locate this instrument where it is subject to excessive shock, vibration, dirt, moisture, oil, or other liquids. The
safe operating temperature range for this unit is 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C).
This unit has been tested and found to be compliant with “NEMA Type 4X Enclosure - For Indoor Use Only.” When
properly installed, this controller will maintain the integrity of a NEMA enclosure and remain “Watertight.” This rating
is only applicable when the controller is properly installed into a suitably rated NEMA Type 4X housing.
E66598 Temperature Indicating and
Regulating Equipment.
E66598 Temperature Indicating and
Regulating Equipment.
