Tech Help Documents

The Tech Help Documents section has been provided to help our customers in troubleshooting problems or performing routine maintenance procedures on Unico systems. For questions not answered here, please refer to the bottom of this page to get your questions answered.

Basic Drive Navigation

• 2400 Drive Basic Keypad Navigation (PDF)
  Explains basic keystrokes to move from menu to menu and perform basic navigation on 2400 Drives
• 1100 Drive Basic Keypad Navigation for Models with 12 Key Keypad (PDF)
  Explains basic keystrokes to move from menu to menu and perform basic navigation on 1100 Drives with a basic 12 Key Non Numeric Keypad
• 1100 Drive Basic Keypad Navigation for Models with 16 Key Keypad (PDF)
  Explains basic keystrokes to move from menu to menu and perform basic navigation on 1100 Drives with a 16 Key Full Numeric Keypad
• 1100 Drive Basic Keypad Navigation for Models with 20 Key Keypad (PDF)
  Explains basic keystrokes to move from menu to menu and perform basic navigation on 1100 Drives with a 20 Key Full Numeric Keypad
• 1100 Drive Basic Keypad Navigation with VCC Software & 20 Key Keypad (PDF)
  Explains basic keystrokes to move from menu to menu and perform basic navigation on 1100 Drives with a 20 Key Full Numeric Keypad in conjunction with the (VVC) Versatile Velocity Control program

General System Information

• Unico System Grounding Basics (PDF)
  Explains the basics of grounding a typical Unico system to prevent noise related problems
• Unico 2400 Drive Faults: Descriptions and Causes (PDF)
  Provides a description and possible causes of faults on a Unico 2400 drive
• Unico 1100 Drive Faults: Descriptions and Causes (PDF)
  Provides a description and possible causes of faults on a Unico 1100 drive that utilizes a 16 key keypad
• Unico 2400 Drive Help Diagnostics (PDF)
  Provides a description of the many diagnostic screens that are available to help troubleshoot 2400 drives. In addition to these diagnostics, each drive application typically has diagnostics that apply to that specific application. For more information on that please consult your software documentation manual
• Unico 1100 Drive Help Diagnostics (PDF)
  Provides a description of the many diagnostic screens that are available to help troubleshoot 1100 drives. In addition to these diagnostics, each drive application typically has diagnostics that apply to that specific application. For more information on that please consult your software documentation manual
• Fiber Optics Guide (PDF)
  Guide explains how to build and trim common fiber optic cables used in Unico systems. This document also lists part numbers for common cables, connectors, and cutting and trimming tools.

Converting Tech Help

• Length Variations on Corrugated Rotary Cutoff Systems (PDF)
  Common Causes of Length Variations on Unico Cut Off Controllers used on Corrugated Applications
• Length Variations on Sheeter Rotary Cutoff Systems (PDF)
  Common Causes of Length Variations on Unico Cut Off Controllers used in Sheeter Applications
• KT5 Cut To Mark Teach Model Scanner Sensitivity Set Up (PDF)
  Explains the sensitivity set up for the Sick KT5 Teach model scanner used in register mark applications. Contact Unico or the OEM for detailed set up instructions for register mark or pattern recognition set up
• KT5 Cut to Mark Manual Adjust Scanner Sensitivity Set Up (PDF)
  Explains the sensitivity set up for the Sick KT5 Manual Adjust  scanner used in register mark applications. Contact Unico or the OEM for detailed set up instructions for register mark or pattern recognition set up.

Metal Systems Tech Help

• Troubleshooting Length Variations on Feed To Stop Systems (PDF)
  Troubleshooting guide explains many of the most common causes of length variations on feed to stop systems

Oil and Gas Tech Help

• SRP Troubleshooting Guide (PDF)
  Troubleshooting tips for Unico Sucker Rod Pump Controllers
• SRP Dynacard Troubleshooting Guide (PDF)
  Troubleshooting Dynacards on Unico Sucker Rod Pump Controllers
• ESP Troubleshooting Guide (PDF)
  Troubleshooting tips for Unico Electronic Submersible Pump Controllers
• LRP Troubleshooting Guide (PDF)
  Troubleshooting tips for Unico Linear Rod Pump Controllers
• LRP Prox Switch Troubleshooting Guide (PDF)
  Troubleshooting various problems with Pox Switch Reference Sensors used on Unico LRP Controllers
• PCP Troubleshooting Guide (PDF)
  Troubleshooting tips for Unico Progressive Cavity Pump Controllers
• Load Cell Installation Guide (PDF)
  Installation guide for AW and Flintec Load Cells

PC Communication and Archiving

• Archiving on a Series 2400 Drive using Unico PC TERM (PDF)
  Explains how to use PC TERM to establish communication between a 2400 drive and a PC, and how to upload and download parameter archives
• Archiving on a Series 1100 Drive using Unico PC TERM (PDF)
  Explains how to use PC TERM to establish communication between an 1100 drive and a PC, and how to upload and download parameter archives
• Archiving on a Series 4000 Controller using Unico PC TERM (PDF)
  Explains how to use PC TERM to establish communication between Unico Series 4000 Controller and a PC, and how to upload and download parameter archives
• Drive Communication Set up for multiple 1100 Drives using PC TERM (PDF)
  Sometimes many drives are connected together on a common line that is connected to a PC. This document explains how to establish communications using PC TERM with each device to access that device or perform an upload or download of an archive
• Drive Communication Set up for multiple 2400 Drives using PC TERM (PDF)
  Sometimes many drives are connected together on a common line that is connected to a PC.  This document explains how to establish communications using  PC TERM with each device to access that device or perform an upload or download of an archive
• PC TERM Terminal Emulator Software documentation (PDF)
  This is a complete document explaining the many features and functions of Unico PC TERM Emulation software. PC TERM Software is available free of charge at: http://www.unicous.com/downloads
• UEDIT LITE Drive Integration Software Quick Guide (PDF)
  Explains the most common uses and features of Uedit Lite drive integration software such as monitoring, uploading firmware, and archiving. This software is available for purchase from the Unico Parts Department

Preventative Maintenance

• NVRAM Chips and Batteries Notice (PDF)
  This document discusses the need to replace NVRAM chips and batteries on some Unico drives and controllers over time
• Electrolytic Capacitors Notice (PDF)
  This document discusses the need to change electrolytic  capacitors in drives and other power units after a number of years, and precautions one needs to follow when commissioning units from storage
• 2400 Drive System Preventative Maintenance Suggestions (PDF)
  This is a generalized list of recommendations as to preventative maintenance for Unico systems with 2400 drives

Unico Service Department can perform any of the above preventative maintenance measures on site. Contact information below is provided should you decide to consider that option. Also provided is contact information for our Parts Department if you wish to perform any of these measures yourself and need parts.

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