Instruction manual
ControlWave Gas Flow Computer (GFC Plus) Instruction Manual (CI-ControlWave GFC Plus)
4-4 Operation Revised Feb-2013
1. Connect a serial cable between your PC and COM1 of the
ControlWave GFC Plus.
2. Define the ControlWave project in ControlWave Designer, and
set communication and configuration parameters.
3. Download the project according to instructions in the
Downloading section of the ControlWave Designer
Programmer's Manual (D5125).
4.4 Creating and Maintaining Backups
You should always maintain a current backup of each ControlWave
project and keep it in a safe place, preferably in a location physically
separate from the controller.
The reason we recommend you keep backup files is that if a disaster
occurs that damages or destroys your ControlWave hardware (flood,
lightning strike, etc.) you don’t want to also lose its control strategy
software programs. Otherwise, when the unit is repaired or replaced,
you’d have to create a new ControlWave project from scratch, which
might take a lot longer than replacing a few damaged modules.
Caution
Always maintain a backup copy of your ControlWave project in a safe
place.
Anytime you modify your ControlWave project, be sure to create a new
backup of the new project.
Notes:
You may find it useful to maintain more than one backup copy in
case the backup media itself fails, for example, a CD-ROM becomes
unreadable because it melted in the sun or a thumb drive fails
because someone spilled coffee on it.
If you don’t keep more than one backup copy, it’s a good idea to
periodically test your backup copy to verify that the media has not
failed.
4.4.1 Creating a Zipped Project File (*.ZWT) For Backup
Note: The .zwt file is a complete backup of your entire project
including code, comments and graphics. It may be stored on your
PC or removable storage media. It may also be downloaded and
archived to ControlWave Flash memory where it may be
uploaded at a later time for editing.
With your current ControlWave project open in ControlWave Designer,
perform the following steps:
1. Click File > Save Project As / Zip Project As.