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WARRANT Y AND LIMITS OF LIABILIT YVulcain Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that its product, and the component partsthereof, will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year fromthe date of purchase. Vulcain will, without any charge and at its option, repair or replacedefective products or components upon their delivery to its Repair and Service Department.This warranty does not apply in the event of misuse or abuse of the product, or as a result ofunauthorized alterations or repairs. Vulcain shall not be liable for any consequential damages,including, without limitation, damages resulting from loss of use.
Every precaution for accuracy has been taken in the preparation of this manual. However,Vulcain neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors that may appear, nor liabili-ty for any damages that may result from the use of the products in accordance with the infor-mation contained in this manual.
To obtain warranty service, return the product, along with a complete description of thedefect, transportation prepaid. Vulcain assumes no risk for damage in transit. Followingwarranty repair, the product will be returned to the buyer, transportation prepaid.
Technical Support Line: 1-800-563-2967Before returning a product for warranty service,please contact Vulcain’s Technical SupportDepartment.
Warranty Registration
To validate the warranty, this registration form must be completed in full and sent toVulcain within 90 days of the date of purchase. Fax it to Vulcain at (450) 619-2525.
Customer’s name: ________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
City: ____________________________________________________ State/Province: _____________
Location of the installation: _______________________________________________________________
Serial No.: ________________________________________________________________________________
BEFORE RETURNING ANY INSTRUMENTS, PLEASE CONTACTUS TO OBTAIN A RETURN OF MATERIAL AUTHORIZATIONNUMBER.
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TABLE OF CONTENTSWARRANT Y..............................................................................................................1UNPACKING ............................................................................................................3DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................3INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ..................................................................................3DETERMINATION OF THE NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS ......................................4VA201C CONTROLLER ............................................................................................5USER INTERFACE.........................................................................................................................5SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................................6PERIODIC INSPECTIONS AND CALIBRATION........................................................6ELECTRICAL WIRING ..................................................................................................................7VA301IRF.................................................................................................................9USER INTERFACE.........................................................................................................................9SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................................9ELECTRICAL WIRING - VA301IRF.............................................................................................10VA201TQ1/Q2........................................................................................................11USER INTERFACE.......................................................................................................................11SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................12ELECTRICAL WIRING - VA201TQ1/Q2.....................................................................................13VA301D2 ................................................................................................................14USER INTERFACE.......................................................................................................................14SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................15ELECTRICAL WIRING - VA301D2 ..............................................................................................1690DM3R.................................................................................................................17USER INTERFACE.......................................................................................................................17SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................17ELECTRICAL WIRING - 90DM3R...............................................................................................18VASQNA .................................................................................................................19USER INTERFACE.......................................................................................................................19SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................19ELECTRICAL WIRING - VASQNA ..............................................................................................20VA420I ...................................................................................................................21SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................21ELECTRICAL WIRING - VA420I .................................................................................................22VA201R ..................................................................................................................23SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................23ELECTRICAL WIRING - VA201R ................................................................................................24VASQN8X...............................................................................................................25USER INTERFACE.......................................................................................................................25SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................26ELECTRICAL WIRING ................................................................................................................27SURFACE-MOUNT INSTALLATION.........................................................................28RANGE AND ALARM LEVELS ................................................................................30PCT-1T X SINGLE-POINT SAMPLE-DRAW ALL-WEATHER HOUSING ....................31DETECTION PARAMETERS....................................................................................32
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UNPACKINGAfter opening the package and removing the equipment and components, makesure that you have all the items described on the order form or packing slip.
DESCRIPTIONThe VA201 System sets new standards in gas detection and in the measurement ofenvironmental parameters. The VA201C System is a complete control system com-posed of a VA201C network controller and any of the following units: a VA201T,VA301D2, 90DM3R gas analyser/transmitter, VA201R relay module(s), VASQNAannunciator panel, VA420I converter, and/or the VASQN8X multi-point sampledraw gas monitor.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINESMake sure to locate the monitor and sensing assemblies in an area easilyaccessible to a technician.
Avoid any location where the monitor could be subject to vibrations.
Avoid any location close to equipment emitting electromagnetic interfer-ence.
Avoid any location where temperature changes occur rapidly.
Verify all the requirements and existing regulations which may affect thechoice of location.
Select a location at the perimeter of the chiller, boiler, cooler or any otherequipment that may leak. Airflow patterns must also be considered.
Conduit installation must conform to local fire, building and electricalcodes.
For the DT Duct-Type housing, installation is recommended on a straightduct at least 3 feet (1 m) away from any curve.
A cable with more than 1 pair of wires is unacceptable for communicationuse.
DETERMINATION OF THE NUMBER OF TRANSMITTERS
The number of transmitters is determined by a unit’s radius of surveillance. UsingTable 1 below, the number of units can be easily evaluated.
TABLE 1Radius of surveillance
Gas Detected Radius of Surveillance Area Covered
CO Carbon Monoxide50 feet (15 metres) 7,854 square feet (707 m2)
NO2 Nitrogen Dioxide
Others 23 feet (7 metres) 1,662 square feet (154 m2)
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VA201C CONTROLLERUSER INTERFACEGreen LED: Power ON
Red LED A and B: Indicate that one or moretransmitters have reached their first (Level A) orsecond (Level B) alarm level.
Yellow LED: Fault
Display: On the first line,the first three letters indicatethe status of the operation.Nor: normal or Alr: high gasconcentration alarm orfault.
On the same line is thetransmitter address and thelast 8 characters indicatingthe gas detected or trans-mitter location.
Second LineConcentration read andunit of measurement
Audible Alarm SilenceKey
KeyPad: Numbers 0-9 are used to enter the Programming Menu password.The left and right arrow keys are used to move to any of the two lines on thedisplay.
The up and down arrow keys are used to browse through the programmingfields and to modify any values in a specific field. The magnifying glass is toenter or exit the Programming Menu.
Each transmitter is scanned at intervals of 10 seconds. Priority of the display is given to the Alarm and Fault conditions. Up and down arrow keys allow formanual scanning of each zone.
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SPECIFICATIONS VA201C
Power Requirements: 17 - 27 Vac, 24 - 38 Vdc, 250 mA
Operating Temperature Range: 32°F to 100°F (0 to 40°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 95% RH, (non-condensing)
Network Capacity: Up to 32 transmitters, 16 per channel
User Interface: Optional alphanumeric display and keypad
Visual Indicators: Power On Green LEDAlarm Level 1 Red LEDAlarm Level 2 Red LEDFailure Yellow LED
Audible Alarm: 65dBA at 3 feet (1 metre)
Outputs: 3 DPDT relays5A, 30 Vdc or 250 Vac (resistive load)
Time Delays: 0 to 99 minutes before and after an alarm
Maximum Distance Between the Controller and the Last Transmitter: 2,000 feet (600 m)
Dimensions: 8.5 in(H) x 11.0 in( W)x 2.0 in(D)(22.2 cm x 26.1 cm x 5 cm)
Weight: 3.5 lbs (1.58 Kg)
PERIODIC INSPECTIONS AND CALIBRATIONThis unit requires calibration. The calibration frequency will be a function of theoperating conditions, including operating under extreme temperatures, exposureto contaminants or gas concentrations greater than the lower explosive limits. Acalibration inspection must be included as part of a routine maintenance to ensureproper operation of the gas detection unit.
If unit span or zero cannot be adjusted, the sensor may be approachingits end-of-life or has been contaminated and must be replaced.
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Output RS-232c: J5 (option)to serial printer.
Power: J117 to 27 Vac, 24 to38 Vdc, 250 mA.
Audible AlarmOutput: J230 mA, 12 Vdc.
Power Source(Vac),Communication(A-B):J3 channel 1 et J4channel 2.See details intables 2, 3 and 4.
Relay Output:Relay 1: J6, Relay 2: J7, Relay 3: J8, 5 A, 30 Vdc or 250 Vac (resistive load)
A dédicated circuit must be used for theVA201C.
The electrical wire gauge is defined with respect to the network length and type ofunits involved.
VA201TQ1 except Q1 Combustibles (Comb.) and Refrigerants (Ref.)TABLE 2
Electrical Wire Gauge Length of Network Total Number of Units per Channel
per Channel 4 8 12 161,000 feet (300 m) 18 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG1,500 feet (450 m) 18 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG2,000 feet (600 m) 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG
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VA301D2, VA201TQ2, VASQNA, 90DM3R, VA301IRF and VA201TQ1-Exp.
TABLE 3Electrical Wire Gauge
Length of Network Total Number of Units per Channelper Channel 4 8 12 16
750 feet (225 m) 18 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG1,000 feet (300 m) 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG1,500 feet (450 m) 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG **2,000 feet (600 m) 14 AWG 14 AWG ** **
** Local power source must be used for these applications.
WARNINGA VA201R Relay Module will increase the total number of units perchannel by 1 unit for every 2 relays. Consequently, a VA201R-8 RelayModule will increase the total number of units per channel by 4. A VA420I Module will increase the total number of units per channelby 2.
The network communication wire gauge depends on the distance between thecontroller and the last transmitter on each communication channel.
For each channel, one distinct shielded twisted pair is needed with 6 twists perfoot.
TABLE 4Communication Wire Gauge
Network Length per Channel Communication Wire Gauge
Less than 2,000 feet (600 m) 24 AWG (Belden 9841)
WARNINGThe communication cable must be independent from the electricalcable. A multi conductor cable is not acceptable.
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VA301IRFUSER INTERFACE
SPECIFICATIONSGases detected : R-11, R-12, R-22, R-123, R-125 and R-134a
(other mixes also available)Sensing technology: Vulcain dual infrared sensorMeasurement range: 0-1000 ppmResolution: 1 ppmResponse time: 60 secondsCold to start: 10 minutesOptional outputs: 4-20 mA
3 DPDT relaysRS-485
Optional audible alarm: 65 dBA @ 3 ft.Display : Backlit LCDVisual indicators: Green LED: Normal operation
Red LEDs: Alarms A, B and CYellow LED: FaultYellow LED: Tx(activated in network mode)
Relay Output Rating: 5A, 30Vdc or 250Vac (resistive load)Power requirement: 17-27 Vac, 24-38Vdc, 600mA@24VdcOperating Temperature Range: 32°F to 100°F (0 to 40°C)Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 95% RH (non-condensing)Enclosure: ABS - PolycarbonateSize: Transmitter 7.99” (H) x 11.02” ( W) x 2.76” (D)
Sensor 4.02” (H) x 11.02” ( W) x 2.48” (D)Weight: Transmitter 2.26 lbs (1.02 kg)
Sensor 2.33 lbs (0.603 kg)
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Power: 4-20 mA End of line: JP3 Relay Output:Input J1 Output: J5 To determine a transmitter J6, J7, J8and output J2 See details in section to be the last in the network, 5 A, 30 Vdc 17 to 27 Vac, 4-20 mA LOOP place the jumper in an upright or 250 Vac24 to 38 Vdc, CONFIGURATION position aligned at the top. (resistive load)600 mA
Communication: Input J10 and output J11.
Vulbus protocol: Up to 16 transmitters per bus. The maximum distance between the controller and the furthest transmitter is 2 000 feet.
Modbus protocol: Up to 128 transmitters per bus. The maximum distance between the controller and the furthest transmitter is 4 000 feet.
Transmitter
Sensor
Twisted andshielded cable#24AWG max.100 feet (30 m) .
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VA201TQ1/Q2USER INTERFACE
The 10 red LEDs indicatethe gas concentrationdetected. Each red LEDrepresents 10% of thereading scale. For exam-ple, an oxygen depletiontransmitter with a 21%reading will have 8 redLEDs lit.
When Powering ON, thegreen LED lights to indi-cate power ON.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirements: 17 - 27 Vac, 24 - 38 Vdc, 250 mA
Operating Temperature Range: 32°F to 100°F (0 to 40°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 95% RH, (non-condensing)NH3, 5 to 100% RH, (non-condensing)
Outputs: 1 DPDT optional relay5A, 30 Vdc or 250 Vac (resistive load)4-20 mA (optional)
Maximum Distance Between the Controller and the Transmitter: 2,000 feet (600 m)
Dimensions: 8.4 in(H) x 5.3 in( W) x 2.25 in(D)(21.3 cm x 13.4 cm x 5.7 cm )
ELECTRICAL WIRING - VA201TQ1/Q2Relay Output: J1 (optional)5 A, 30 Vdc or 250 Vac (resistive load)
4-20 mA Output: J2 (optional)
Power andCommunication:J3Fed by the VA201Ccontroller.
If the 4-20mAoutput is present
and configuratedin active mode, alocal power supplyis required: 17 - 27 Vac, 24-38 Vdc, 250 mA
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VA301D2
USER INTERFACE
Menu key
LCD Display
Scroll key
Scroll key
Visual Indicators
I/O (green LED) : Normal
ALA (red LED) : Alarm
ALB (red LED) : Alarm or fault (option)
Tx : Communication
F1 (yellow LED) : Sensor fault
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SPECIFICATIONSPower Requirements: 17 - 27 Vac, 24 - 38 Vdc, 380 mA @ 24 VdcOperating Temperature Range: -40°F to 100°F (-40°C to 40°C) Toxic gases
-40°F to 112°F (-40°C to 50°C) Combustible gasesOperating Humidity Range: 0% to 95% RH Non-condensed
NH3, 5 to 100% RH, Non-condensed)Sensing Technologies: Q1: electrochemical (toxic)
catalytic combustion (combustibles)diffusion fuel cell (oxygen)
Display: Alpha numeric LCD display with backlitVisual Indicators: Green LED: Normal operation
Red LED: Alarm ARed LED: Alarm BGreen LED: CommunicationYellow LED: Fault
Outputs: 4-20 mA, 2 optional SPDT fail safe relaysMaximum Length of Lines: 2,000 feet (600 m) for Vulbus
4,000 feet (1,200 m) for ModbusMinimum size Conductors: See wiring requirements sectionRelay Output Rating: N.O.: 2a 250 Vac, 5A 125 Vca, 3A 30 Vdc
N.C.: 1A 250 Vac, 2A 125 Vac, 1A 30VdcStorage Temperature: -40°F to 112°F (-40°C to 50°C)Pressure Limits: 800 to 1200 millibarsCommunication: RS-485 two wiresCommunication Protocol: Autodetect Vulbus or ModbusTransmission Speed: 9.6 kBauds (also available: 0.3, 2.4, 19,2)Eight-bit Frame: 1 start bit, 7 bits of data, 2 stop bits, no parity
8 status bits availableEnclosure: Class 1, Division 1, Groups B, C, DDimensions: 7.5 in. (H) X 6.25 in. ( W ) X 4.5 in. (D)
(19 cm x 16 cm x 11.5 cm)Weight: 4.6 lbs. (2.1 Kgs)
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BACKPower: Input J4 and Output J815 to 27 Vac, 18 to 38 Vdc, 380 mA @ 24 Vdc.See details in table 2.
4-20 mA loop: Output at J7See details in table 4.
Relay outputs: Relay 2, J115 A, 30Vdc or 250Vac (resistive load).
Relay outputs: Relay 1, J1
5 A, 30Vdc or 250Vac
(resistive load).
End of line resistor: JP1On the last transmitter of the communication network, a jumper must be installed.
Communication: Input J6 and Output J3
Vulbus protocol: Up to 16 transmitters per bus. The maximum distance between the controller
and the furthest transmitter is 2000 feet.
Modbus protocol: Up to 128 transmitters per bus. The maximum distance between the controller
and the furthest transmitter is 4000 feet.
See details in table 3.
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90DM3RUSER INTERFACE
During normal operation, the display willshow a “+” and an “x” alternately to indicatethe processor is functioning. Also shown is thetransmitter address and the gas type. The gasconcentration read is shown on the secondline.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirements: 17 - 27 Vac, 24 - 38 Vdc, 200 mA
Operating Temperature Range: 32°F to 100°F (0 to 40°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Maximum Distance Between the Controller and the Transmitter: 2,000 feet (600 m)
Dimensions: 5.25 in(H) x 3.5 in( W) x 2.0 in(D)(11.5 cm x 7.5 cm x 4.4 cm )
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Communication: Input J11 From the VA201C controller
Power:Input J4
From VA201Ccontroller
End of line resistor: JP1
On the last transmitter of the
communication network, a jumper must
be installed.Enter Key: Validation Key
Scroll Key: Browsing key
in menu mode
If the 4-20mAoutput is
present andconfigurated in
active mode, a localpower supply is
required: 17 to 27 Vac, 24 to 38 Vdc,
200 mA
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VASQNAUSER INTERFACE
Green LED: Power ON
Red LED A and B: Indicate that one or more transmit-ters have reached their first (Level A) or second (Level B)
alarm level.
Yellow LED: Fault
Display: On the first line,the first three letters indi-cate the status of theoperation. Nor: normal orAlr: high gas concentra-tion alarm or fault.On the same line is thetransmitter address andthe last 8 characters indi-cating the gas detectedand its unit.Second LineConcentration read andunit of measurement
Keypad: The MENU key provides access to the Programming Menu and validates achoice or value. ESC key is used to quit the Programming Menu. The UP and DOWNarrow keys are used to modify a parameter or value.
SPECIFICATIONSPower Requirements: 17 - 27 Vac, 24 - 38 Vdc, 200 mA
Operating Temperature Range: 32°F to 100°F (0 to 40°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Outputs: 3 DPDT relays
5A, 30 Vdc or 250 Vac (resistive load)
Communication (lenght of lines): Up to 2,000 feet (600 m) per channel
T-tap: 65 feet (20m) maximum per t-tap
130 feet (40 m) total
Dimensions: 8.5 in (H) x 8.6 in ( W ) x 2.5 in (D)(21.3 cm x 13.4 cm x 5.7 cm )
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ELECTRICAL WIRING - VASQNAPower Source (vac), Communication (A-B) Channel A: J9Input in the lower terminals and output in the upper terminals (When fed by the VA201C controller)17-27 Vac, 24-38 Vdc, 250 mA
Power Source(vac),Communication(A-B) Channel B:J10 Input in the lowerterminals and out-put in the upper ter-minals (When fedby the VA201C con-troller)
Relay Outputs:Relay 1: J50, Relay 2: J11 andRelay 3: J12.5 A, 30 Vdc or 250
Vac (resistive load)
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VA420ISPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirements: 17 - 27 Vac, 24 - 38 Vdc, 500 mA
Operating Temperature Range: 32°F to 100°F (0 to 40°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Number of Outputs: 8 dedicated 4-20 mA outputs1 min/max and average for 16 different transmitter
Maximum Distance Between theController and the Transmitter: 2,000 feet (600 m)
Dimensions: 8.5 in (H) x 8.6 in ( W) x 2.5 in (D)(21.3 cm x 13.4 cm x 5.7 cm )
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Power andCommunication: J15Input: Lower TerminalOutput: Upper Terminal
J8: Pull down resistorJ7: 1-2, end of line resistor
2-3, end of line RC filter resistor
J12: Pull up resistor
4-20 mA Outputs:S2 to S94-20 mA outputs may beset to be Current sourcingor Loop-powered Current Sourcing: S2 to S9jumpers at 1-2, 3-4 and 5-6Loop-Powered: S2 to S9jumpers at 2-3, 4-5 and 6-7When the output reads 3.33mA, theVA420I doesn’t see the corresponding transmitter.
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VA201R
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirements: 17 - 27 Vac, 24 - 38 Vdc, 500 mA
Operating Temperature Range: 32°F to 100°F (0 to 40°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Outputs: 2, 4 or 8 DPDT relays5A, 30 Vdc or 250 Vac (resistive load)
Maximum Distance Between theController and the Transmitter: 2,000 feet (600 m)
Dimensions: 8.5 in (H) x 8.6 in ( W) x 2.5 in (D)(21.3 cm x 13.4 cm x 5.7 cm )
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Relay Outputs:Relay 1: J1, Relay 2: J2, Relay 8: J8.5 A, 30 Vdc or 250Vac (resistive load)
Power and Communication: J10When fed by the VA201C controllerIf a dedicated power supply is needed:17-27 Vac, 24-38 Vdc, 250 mA
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VASQN8XUSER INTERFACEAudible AlarmActivates intermittently if flow loss is detected, activates for one of the alarm levelsreached. (Typically set to Alarm Level C)
Visual IndicatorsI/0 Normal Operation: Green LEDAlarm Level 1: First Red LEDAlarm Level 2: Second Red LEDAlarm Level 3: Both Red LEDs blinkFailure: Yellow LED
Gas Inlet Port
LCD DisplayThe LCD display scans the concen-tration of the gas read in eachsampling zone at an interval of 2seconds.
Sample Points LED
Audible Alarm Reset Key
Programming KeysESC: Exit a MenuMenu:Access the programming oracknowledge a programmingfield or valueUp and Down Arrow Keys:Select a programming field orvalue Scan the reading at a specific sampling zone
Gas Outlet Port
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SPECIFICATIONSSensing Technology: Refrigerant (infrared)
Electrochemical (toxic)Catalytic Combustion (combustibles)Diffusion Fuel Cell (oxygen)
Visual Indicators: Normal operation: Green LEDAlarm Level 1: Red LEDAlarm Level 2: Red LEDFailure: Yellow LEDSample Points: Green LED
Power Requirement: 120 VAC, 2AAudible Alarm: 110 dBA at 3 feet (1 meter)Number of Sample Points: Up to 8Outputs: 3DPDT relays
(3 alarm levels or 2 alarm levels and fault)RS-485
Relay Output Rating: 5A, 30 Vdc or 250 Vac (resistive load)Alarm Levels: 3Maximum Sampling Distance: 1,100 feet (335 meters)Operating Humidity Range: 0% - 95% RH, Non-CondensingOperating Temperature Range: 32°F to 100°F (0°C to 40°C)
Low temperature range availableDimensions: 19.0 in (H) x 11.75 in ( W ) x 4.50 in (D)
(48.26 cm x 29.85 cm x 11.43 cm)Weight: 22.4 lbs (10.17 kg)
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ELECTRICAL WIRINGCommunication:Output J9 (A-B)Used only withnetwork configu-ration. (See detailsin the VA201C andVA420I User’sManual)
Connector J10: Used to power andcommunicate withthe transmitter(s).
Relay Output:Relay 1: J50 Relay 2: J11 Relay 3: J125 A, 30 Vdc or 250Vac (resistive load)
Power: 120 Vac, 2 A
A dedicated circuit must be used for the VASQN8X.
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SURFACE-MOUNT INSTALLATION
Installation of the monitor (stand-alone) or transmitter (network) simply requiresthe physical mounting of the enclosure and connection of the power and outputlines.
TABLE 5Recommended Height
Detected Gas Relative Density Height(air = 1)
CO Carbon Monoxide 0.968 1 - 1.5 m (3 -5 feet) from floor
NO2* Nitrogen Dioxide 1.58 (cold) 30 cm to 1 m (1-3 feet) from ceiling
H2 Hydrogen 0.07 30 cm (1 foot) from ceiling
CL2 Chlorine 2.50 30 cm (1 foot) from floor
NH3 Ammonia 0.59 30 cm (1 foot) from ceiling
H2S Hydrogen Sulfide 1.19 30 cm (1 foot) from floor
HCL Hydrogen Chloride 1.30 30 cm (1 foot) from floor
HCN Hydrogen Cyanide 0.932 30 cm (1 foot) from floor
ETO Ethylene Oxide 1.50 30 cm (1 foot) from floor
O2 Oxygen 1.43 1 - 1.5 m (3 -5 feet) from floor
SO2 Sulfur Dioxide 2.25 30 cm (1 foot) from floor
R11 5.04
R12 4.20R22 Refrigerants 3.11 30 cm (1 foot) from floorR123 5.27R125 4.14R134A 3.52
COMB Most combustibles are heavier than air, with the exception of methane, hydro-gen, ethylene and acetylene. For gases that are heavier than air, sensors shouldbe installed approximately 30 cm (1 foot) from the floor. For combustibles thatare lighter than air, sensors should be installed 30 cm (1 foot) from the ceiling,close to the potential leak source.
* May differ in certain applications. Hot NO2 from the exhaust system is lighterthan 1.58.
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DETERMINATION OF NUMBER OF SYSTEMSThe number of transmitters required is determined by a unit’s operational radius of sur-veillance. Using Table 6 below, the number of units required can be easily evaluated.
Table 6
Gas Detected Radius of Surveillance Area Covered
CO Carbon Monoxide 50 feet 7,854 square feetNO2 Nitrogen Dioxide (15 metres) (707 square metres)
Others 23 feet 1,662 square feet(7 metres) (154 square metres)
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RANGE AND ALARM LEVELS
TABLE 7Range and Alarm Levels
Gas Detected Range Alarm Level A Alarm Level B
CO Carbon Monoxide 0 - 250 PPM 35 PPM 200 PPM
NO2 Nitrogen Dioxide 0 - 10 PPM 0.72 PPM 2 PPM
CL2 Chlorine 0 - 15 PPM 0.5 PPM 1 PPM
H2S Hydrogen Sulfide 0 - 50 PPM 10 PPM 15 PPM
HCL Hydrogen Chloride 0 - 25 PPM 1 3 PPM 4 PPM0 - 50 PPM 2
HCN Hydrogen Cyanide 0 -50 PPM 5 PPM 9 PPM
ETO Ethylene Oxide 0 - 10 PPM 1 1 PPM 5 PPM0 -20 PPM 2
O2 Oxygen 0 - 25% Vol. 19.5% Vol. 22% Vol.
SO2 Sulfur Dioxide 0 - 10 PPM 2 PPM 5 PPM
NH3 Ammonia 0 - 100 PPM 25 PPM 35 PPM
R-123 Refrigerant Q1 0 - 1,000 PPM 50 PPM 500 PPM
R-11 Refrigerants Q1 0 - 1,000 PPM 250 PPM 500 PPM
R-12 Refrigerants Q2 0 - 2,000 PPM 1,000 PPM 1,800 PPM
R-22
R-125
R134A
Combustibles 0 - 100% LEL 25% LEL 50% LEL
1 Range for the VA301D2 transmitter2 Range for the others transmitters
When the level of alarm has been reached, the corresponding relaywill remain activated for a minimum of 59 seconds.
A different alarm level may have been programmed in order to satisfythe constraint of a particular application.
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PCT-1TX SINGLE-POINT SAMPLE-DRAW ALL-WEATHERHOUSING
The PCT-1TX is designed to enhance the transmitter’s use in environments need-ing Nema 4 protection or in extreme climatic conditions. The aspiration systemoffers the possibility of mainteance accessibility for a transmitter while air aspira-tion is made in out of reach areas. If a lower range of temperature operation isneeded, a heating option is available in order to stabilize the temperature insidethe unit. To assure steady aspiration flow on the pump, an optional flow surveil-lance system with strobe light is also offered.
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DETECTION PARAMETERS
Time Delay Before Alarm: Time Delay After Alarm:
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