Installation and Maintenance Manual

Alarm Valve Combo Unit

Alert-1 v1.7
Contents

User Responsibility 4

Introduction 5

Features 5

Installation of Alarm Valve Combo Unit Boxes 6

Maintenance 7

Description of Modules: Common to All Alarms 8

System Power Supply 8
Annunciator Module 8
Alarm Valve Display Module 8
Sensor Module 8

Installation of Alarm 9
For Local Sensors Only 9
Standing Pressure Test 9
Frame/Module Assembly 9

Installation Guide 10
Sensor 10
Local 10
Remote 10

Wiring 11
System Power Supply 11
Annunciator Module 11
Sensor Module 11
Local 11
Remote 11

Annunciator Module 12
Noise Level Control 12

Steps to Re-Calibrate the Sensor Reading 12

Display Module - To Change High & Low Pressure Set Points 13-14
Factory Default - PSI 14

InchHg / kPa / BAR Selections 15

Factory Default - InchHg 15
Contents

Setting Gas Identification Switches 16

Chart of Gas Specific Settings of Dip-Switches 16

Troubleshooting Guide 17-18

Error Code Messages on the Display Module 19

Model Numbers 20
Alarm Vavle Combo Unit 20

Spare Part Numbers 21-22

Dimensions 23
Vertical Alarm Valve Combo Unit 23
Loca/Remote Sensor 23

Appendix A 24
Wiring Diagram: Auto-Switch Power Supply

Appendix B 25
Wiring Diagram: Annunciator

Appendix C 26
Wiring Diagram: Alarm Valve Combo Unit

Appendix D 27
Wiring Diagram: Remote Alarm Valve Combo Unit

Appendix E 28
Wiring Diagram: Alarm Valve Combo Unit to Master Module

Appendix F 29
Technical Specifications

Appendix G 30
Wiring
 User Responsibility

The information contained in this Installation and Operation Maintenance Manual pertains only to the Alarm Valve
Combo Unit. This product will perform to conformity as described in this manual when assembled, operated, maintained
and serviced in accordance with the installation instructions provided.

The Alarm Valve Combo Unit must be checked periodically. Parts that are broken, missing, worn, distorted or
contaminated must be replaced immediately. Should such repair or replacement become necessary, please contact
Amico Corporation or their distributors.

All alarms should not be repaired or altered without prior written or verbal approval of Amico Corporation or its
distributors. Failure to comply will void all warranty on the alarm.

Statements in this manual preceded by the words WARNING, CAUTION, DANGER and NOTE are of special significance.
Please read these sections carefully.

NOTE: Amico strongly recommends that Alarm Valve Combo alarms be check annually by a qualified staff.

WARNING: denotes steps which can prevent injury.

CAUTION: denotes steps which can prevent damage to equipment.

DANGER: denotes steps which can prevent electrical shock to

equipment or to prevent serious injury and/or death.

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Introduction

The Alarm Valve Combo Unit is a 2 in 1 design, which combines the Area Alarm and Zone Valve Box, to compensate for
space restrictions.

Amico Shutoff Valves are used to stop the flow of medical gas or vacuum in the medical gas distribution pipeline in cases
of emergency or maintenance.

Valve Boxes must be installed to enclose the shutoff valves when the valves are located in areas accessible to
unauthorized personnel.

The Amico medical gas Alarm Valve Combo Unit incorporates the latest microprocessor technology for alarm and
surveillance systems. The alarm has been designed to provide user flexibility and reliability. This manual will enable the
customer to install, use and maintain the alarm properly.

All gases or vacuum are displayed with large red LED’s for clear visibility. To facilitate the monitoring function by hospital
personnel, a trend bar is provided to show the direction of the gas/vacuum pressure. Under normal operation, the gas
trend indicator will be in the GREEN - OK position. If the gas pressure approaches alarm condition, the trend indicator will
display a RED - Caution indicator. If an alarm condition occurs, the buzzer will sound.

Features
• Individual microprocessor on each display and sensor module.

• Gas specific sensors can be mounted locally or remotely, up to 2,500 feet (750 m), utilizing #22 gauge
stranded, shielded twisted pair cable ONLY

• The DISS gas specific sensor is housed in a solid tamper-proof enclosure. The Sensor Module is housed in an
anodized aluminum and nickle-plated brass enclosure to act as a barrier against any interference.

• The Sensor Module is the smallest, computer-calibrated and temperature-compensated sensor in the industry.

• True digital LED display and trend indicator for each service monitored.

• Illuminated LED display that is visible at an angle or in dim lighting conditions.

• PSI, kPa or BAR display (switch selected).

• Self-diagnostic circuitry with error display for problem identification.

• Highly accurate solid state pressure piezoresistive transducer.

• Adjustable repeat alarm (1 to 60 minutes or off ).

• Dry contacts for remote monitoring of High and Low alarm status.

• Modules are factory mounted on a hinged frame assembly for ease of installation and maintenance.

• Field programmable push buttons for adjustment of HI and LOW set-points on display module.

• Available in 1 to 7 display modules.

• Built-in relay for remote annunciator applications.

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 Installation of Alarm Valve Combo Unit Boxes

The Amico Valve Combo Unit is shipped in one container holding two separate packages. One package contains the
Alarm Valve Combo. The other package contains the window and the frame assembly.

1. Recessed Valve Box: anchor the valve box rough-in to the studs so that the front edge will be flush or slightly
recessed with the finished wall. The recommended mounting is 66" (1676 mm) from the top of the valve box to
the finished floor.

NOTE: The Shutoff Valve handles should be installed to point downstream for pressurized gases.

2. Before brazing, remove all box plugs as they could melt during brazing. Wrap wet rags around the tube extensions
next to the valves to prevent overheating and possible damage to the valve seals. Connect copper tubing to the
valve extensions (outside the valve box) using brazing methods and materials in accordance with NFPA-99 or CSA
Z7396.1-06. Once valve extensions are cool, remove rags.

3. Test the system (per appropriate standards) to ensure that the intended gas and vacuum services are connected to
the appropriate lines.

WARNING: Misconnection of the gases could lead to serious or

fatal injury to patients. Following the initial installation of shutoff
valves, make certain that the intended services are correctly
connected to the appropriate service lines.

4. Test the system for leaks (per appropriate standards)

NOTE: Pipe sealants should comply with the requirements of NFPA 99 or

CSA Z7396.1-06. Use care to exclude pipe sealants from the valve cavity
and from interior tube surfaces exposed to medical gas flow or vacuum
service. Properly applied Teflon tape is an alternative to pipe sealants.
Check Shutoff Valve handle operation for proper clearance from gauge
(if installed).

5. After the wall is finished, remove the window by pulling the ring
towards you and attach the aluminum frame to the alarm valve combo
unit valve box with the No. 6 metal screws provided. Then put the
window back in place.

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Maintenance

Operate shutoff valves periodically and repair them, if seals tend to stick or leak. Notify all concerned personnel before
shutting off any gas supply.

WARNING: To protect the lives of patients, always notify the appropriate medical facility staff before shutting
off the supply of medical gas or vacuum through a shutoff valve. Do not close shutoff valves except in cases
of emergency or maintenance.

Clean the exterior of the valve boxes routinely with soap and water. Strong solvents may damage the Lexan window.

Authorized hospital personnel should close shutoff valves in the event of fire, explosion or damage to the pipeline
systems or equipment.

In Alarm Valve Combo Unit boxes, the Shutoff Valve handles become accessible after the window has been removed
from the valve box.

To remove the window, grasp the ring and pull outwards. Turn valve handle towards you to shut off the flow of gas or
vacuum.

Zone Valves have a swingout design body which makes changing the internal components of the ball valve easier.

All valve bodies can be accessed by loosening all bolts and nuts and removing only one bolt, at this point the valve body
can be swung out for servicing.

For Annual Test

• Reset power to make sure all LED's light up

• Push and hold the “Test” button to light up all LED’s and audible alarm

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 Description of Modules: Common to All Alarms
G
AC Supply L - Live
115 to 220 VAC N N - Neutral
L G - Ground

SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY Toggle Switch

Ground

Fuse (1 AMPw)

The System Power Supply has been pre-installed into the back box assembly. The System
Power Supply converts the AC voltage supply to the alarm into two voltages: 5 VDC (regulated)
required by the microprocessor hardware and 15 VDC (unregulated) required by the buzzer
and the LED’s. This unit also contains the main ON/OFF power switch, the transformer, the
heat sink, the main fuse and fuse cover, the rectifying circuitry, the terminal blocks and the low
voltage DC power cable for connecting this unit to the annunciator module. The System Power
Supply can be easily removed and reinstalled by unscrewing it from the back box. DC Power Cable:
Connect to
Annunciator Module

ANNUNCIATOR MODULE

The Annunciator Module contains the buzzer, a “Power On” LED as well as the “TEST” and “ALARM
MUTE” buttons. The function of the “TEST” button is to verify that the buzzer and all the LED’s are
in working condition. An alarm will be heard when this button is pushed and all the LED’s will light
up. When the button is released, the alarm will silence. The “ALARM MUTE” button is used to silence
an alarm that has occurred. This module also contains a fail-safe relay that de-energizes when the
buzzer is activated. This relay can be used with the Amico remote buzzer, for applications requiring
a remote audible alarm (see Appendix B), for connection to another Amico alarm or a building
management system.

ALARM VALVE DISPLAY MODULE

The module provides a digital display of the actual pressure/vacuum of a gas being monitored. In
addition, a gas trend indicator bar with High and Low alarms are displayed. The trend bar has two
coloured LED’s: GREEN for Normal and RED for High and Low conditions.

Each display module contains a gas specific, colour coded label (USA or ISO colours are available).
The Display Module is field adjustable for pressure/vacuum settings, repeat alarm and unit of
measure. Dry contacts for high and low alarms are available for remote monitoring of each module.

SENSOR MODULE

The Sensor Module contains the transducer which converts the gas/vacuum pressure source into
a digital signal that is displayed on the display module. The sensor module shall be housed in an
anodized aluminum and nickel-plated brass enclosure to act as an interference barrier. It is also
temperature compensated.

Each sensor is clearly labeled and colour coded for the gas or vacuum being monitored. The sensor
module contains a gas specific DISS fitting to ensure correct connection of the proper sensor to the
respective gas. Each sensor has been factory calibrated by a computer for the specific gas shown on
the sensor housing. If it is not connected to the appropriate gas display module, an error message
(EO2) will be displayed.

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Installation of Alarm

FOR LOCAL SENSOR ONLY

If the sensors are to be mounted locally (inside the valve box), the pipe stubs must be connected to the pipeline. Using
silver-brazing techniques, connect each pipe stub to its appropriate gas or vacuum while ensuring that the bottom of
the pipe stub is wrapped with a damp cloth. BE CAREFUL not to damage the DISS check-valve by overheating. When the
brazing of pipe stubs has been completed, the system can be pressure tested.

STANDING PRESSURE TEST

Perform a standing pressure test on the piping system as per NFPA-99 “Health Care Facilities” or CSA-Z305.1
“Non-flammable Medical Gas Piping Systems”. Inspect all joints for leaks and make certain each gas is piped to a
correspondingly labeled gas service.

FRAME/MODULE ASSEMBLY

Step #1 Remove the frame/valve window from its protective box

Step #2 Attach the Sensor wire to the display module (Sensor +, -)

Step #3 Close the valve window

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 Installation Guide Amico Microprocessor Based Alarm

CAUTION: The microprocessor circuitry on the ALERT-2 alarm con-

tains sophisticated integrated semiconductors. If it becomes necessary
to remove a module, PLEASE hold the boards by the edges. DO NOT
CAUTION: The microprocessor circuitry on the TOUCH
alarm valve
any unit contains
of the sophisticated
components integrated
on the board. Static discharge can
semiconductors. If it becomes necessary to remove
causea module, PLEASE
the modules hold the boards
to malfunction, by thedamaged.
or become edges. DO
NOT TOUCH any of the components on the board. Static discharge can cause the modules to malfunction or
become damaged. SENSOR

LOCAL (In the Back Box)

SENSOR

LOCAL (Inside the Back Box) 1. Locate the gas specific

sensor module to be in-
i. Locate the gas specific sensor module to be installed. stalled.
2. In the back box, there are
ii. In the back box, there are colour coded gas labels located under
colour the gas
coded DISSlabels
Demand check
located under
valves. Each label identifies where each sensor module is to be placed. the DISS
Demand check valves. Each
label the
iii. The sensor module contains a gas specific DISS fitting. Push identifies
sensor where eachhex-nut
module
and nipple adapter up into the demand check-valve. With sensor moduletighten
a wrench, is to bethe nut so that
placed.
it makes a good seal.
3. The sensor module contains
a gas specific
NOTE: Pressure on sensors is not to exceed 250 psi for pressure sensors and 30"DISS fitting. sensors.
for vacuum
Push the sensor module
A failed or damaged filter may allow moisture or water in and damage the transducer.
hex-nut and nipple adapter
up into the demand check-
The sensor can reach pressure up to: valve. With a wrench, tighten the nut so that it makes a good seal.
NOTE: Pressure on sensors are not to exceed 250psi
Mid Pressure 0-99 Psi
Hi Pressure 0-249 Psi for Pressure sensors and 30” for Vacuum sensors
Vacuum 0-30" Hg

REMOTE (Outside the Back Box)

REMOTE (Outside the Back Box)
1.Connect a Tee (supplied
i. Connect a Tee (supplied by others) to the pipeline with by others) to the pipeline
a 1/4" NPT female
with a 1/4" NPT female
connection that will accept the DISS Demand check-valve.
connection that will accept
the DISS Demand check-
ii. Locate the gas specific sensor module to be installed. valve.
2. gas
iii. Thread the DISS Demand check-valve into the correct Locate the gas specific
pipeline.
sensor module to be
installed.
iv. The sensor module contains a gas specific DISS fitting. Push the sensor module
3. ThreadWith
hex-nut and nipple adapter up into the demand check-valve. the DISS Demand
a wrench,
check-valve into the
tighten the nut so that it makes a good seal.
correct gas pipe line.
4. The sensor module contains a gas specific DISS fitting. Push the
sensor module hex-nut and nipple adapter up into the demand
check-valve. With a wrench, tighten the nut so that it makes a
good seal.
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Wiring

SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY

CAUTION: TURN OFF THE POWER SWITCH before changing any modules and/or disconnecting any cables,
or else the fuse will blow to protect the circuitry.

1. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.

2. T hrough the top left side of the back box, bring in the AC power wires. Knockouts are provided for
making conduit connections to the box. All wiring is to be installed according to local and national
codes.

3. Connect the AC power to the terminal blocks as shown in the wiring diagram in Appendix A and F.

ANNUNCIATOR MODULE

i. The Annunciator Module has a female receptacle located at the top right side of the board (J1).

ii. Connect the DC power cable from the System Power Supply into the receptacle connection located on the
annunciator module. The connector is keyed and can only be plugged in one way, (Appendix B).

SENSOR MODULE

LOCAL (Inside the Back Box)

i. The sensor module is provided with a 6"-8" (0.1 m-0.2 m) #22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair cable
supplied. One wire is red (positive) and the other wire is black (negative). Connect the wires to the display
module as shown in Appendix C. Take the red wire from the sensor and attach it to terminal “Sensor +” on the
display module. Take the black wire from the sensor and attach it to terminal “Sensor -”. The terminal block on
the display module is clearly marked for proper connection of the sensor wires.

ii. Repeat the above procedures with the remaining sensor modules.

REMOTE (Outside the Back Box)

i. The sensor module is provided with a 6" - 8" (0.1m - 0.2m) #22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair cable
supplied. Connect the wires to a junction box (not supplied) located near the sensor as per the wiring diagram
in Appendix D.

ii. Connect a shielded twisted pair cable from the junction box to the back box assembly. Knockouts are provided
throughout the alarm back box. Up to 2,500 feet (750 m) of #22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair cable
must be used.

iii. Connect the red wire from the cable to the terminal on the display module marked ”Sensor +”. Connect the
black wire to terminal “Sensor -” (see Appendix D).

iv. Repeat the above procedures with the remaining sensor modules using the wiring diagram in Appendix D.

NOTE: When remote sensors are used, a #22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair cable is required (BELDEN #8451 or
equivalent, supplied by others). Ensure that the proper gas sensor module is connected to its corresponding area display
module, otherwise an error message (E02) will be displayed on the Display module.

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 NOISE LEVEL CONTROL

AnnunciatorTHE
Module
Factory Default: 90 Decibles MODULE
ANNUNCIATOR
LVL1
LVL2
To decrease noise level: LVL3

J5
NOISE LEVEL CONTROL
1. Locate jumper at J5. Move jumper to:
NOISE LEVEL CONTROL LVL1 = 90 dBa.
Factory Default:
LVL2 90 Decibles
= 80 dBa. SILENCE
Factory Default: 80 Decibels
LVL3 = 70 dBa. LVL1
LVL2
To decrease noise level: To decrease noise level: LVL3

J5
1. Locate jumper at J5. Move jumper to:
Locate jumper at J5. Move jumper to: LVL1 = 90 dBa.
CONTROLLVL2OF REMOTE
= 80 dBa. ALARM BUZZER
LVL1 = 90 dBa. SILENCE
LVL2 = 80 dBa. LVL3 = 70 dBa.
LVL3 = 70 dBa. Factory Default: Normal Condition

To silence remote alarm buzzer when silencing the

annunciator module:
Control of Remote Alarm CONTROL
Buzzer1. OF REMOTE
Locate ALARM
jumper at J6. BUZZER
Move jumper to:

Factory Default: Normal Condition

NORM = Normal Condition
Factory Default:
Remote alarm buzzer will silence when annunciator

J6
To silence remote alarm buzzer whenmodule
silencing the annunciator module:
is silenced.
ALRM
NORM
To silence remote alarm buzzer when silencing the
annunciator
Locate jumper at J6. Move jumper to: module: TEST
ALRM =
1. Locate jumper at J6. Move jumper to:
NORM = Remotewill
Remote alarm buzzer alarm will not
silence whensilence when annunciator
annunciator module is silenced.
module is silenced. The buzzer will only silence
ALRM = Remote alarm will whennot silence
alarm when annunciator module
condition has been cleared. Pleaseis silenced. The buzzer will only silence
NORM
when an alarm refer
condition= has been cleared. Please refer to Appendix B
to Appendix B.
Remote alarm buzzer will silence when annunciator

J6
ALRM
module is silenced. NORM

TEST
ALRM =
Remote alarm will not silence when annunciator

Steps to Re-Calibrate the Sensor Reading

P a g e : 1 6 module is silenced. The buzzer will only silence
when alarm condition has been cleared. Please
refer to Appendix B.

1. Turn on Alarm

2. Set switches #8 and #10 the OFF position

3. Set switches #5 and #6 the ON position

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4. The display will show the current reading of the pressure

5. Adjust the calibration, using the “UP” and “DOWN” push buttons, to the desired value.

6. Set switches #5 and #6 the OFF position

7. Turn on #10 if AIMS is connected (do not turn on #8)

When you have completed step #7, the display module will automatically go into “RESET” mode. This will store the data
that you entered.

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Display Module - To Change High & Low Pressure Set Points

A dip-switch is located on the back of the display module which is used to identify the gas of the display module. The
dip-switch contains ten switch settings.

PRESSURE ONLY

Factory Default:
High = 60 psi “UP” and “DOWN”
Low = 40 psi Push Button
Repeat time = 30 min.
Dip -Switch

HIGH PRESSURE/NITROGEN

Factory Default:
High = 195 psi
Low = 140 psi
Repeat time = 30 min.

Compact Alarm Board

During programming, the “Trend Bar” will flash!

1. Set switch #6, #7 and #8 to the ON position.

2. The LED will display (HI-), followed by the current set point. Indicating that the system is ready to
accept a new High set point. Adjust set point, using the “UP” and “DOWN” push buttons, to the
desired value.

3. Set switch #7 to the OFF position.

4. The LED will display (LO-), followed by the current set point. Indicating the system is ready to accept
a new Low set point. Adjust set point, using the “UP” and “DOWN” push buttons, to the desired
value.

5. Set switch #8 to the OFF position.

6. The LED will display (I-I-), followed by the current set point. Indicating the system is ready to accept
a new Repeat Time set point. Adjust set point using the “UP” and “DOWN” push buttons, to the
desired value. [(Display dd=Disabled) Range from 1 to 60 Minutes]

7. Set switch #6 to the OFF position.

When you have completed step #7, the display module will automatically go into “RESET” mode. This will store the data
that you entered.

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 PSI
Display Module - To Change High & Low Pressure Set Points
PSI
FACTORY DEFAULT - PSI

For PSI mode, set the switch #4 to the ON position. The LED PSI indicator located next to the gas pressure
KPA
reading will illuminate.

For kPa mode, set the switch #4 to the OFF position and switch #9 to the ON position. The LED kPa indicator
located next to the gas pressure reading will illuminate.
KPA
For BAR set the switch #4 to the OFF and the switch #9 to the OFF position. The LED kPa indicator located
next to the gas pressure reading will illuminate. (There is no separate indicator for BAR).
BAR

VACUUM ONLY
Vacuum alarm set-point adjustment
BAR
Factory Default:

High = 30" Hg
Low = 12" Hg
Repeat time = 30 min.

During programming, the “Trend Bar” will flash!

1. Set switch #6, #7 and #8 to the ON position.

2. The LED will display (HI-), followed by the current set point. Indicating the system is ready to accept a
new High set point. Do not adjust this set point since the High set point is not used.

3. Set switch #7 to the OFF position.

4. The LED will display (LO-), followed by the current set point. Indicating the system is ready to accept a
new Low set point. Adjust set point, using the “UP” and “DOWN” push buttons, to the desired value.

5. Set switch #8 to the OFF position.

6. The LED will display (I-I-), followed by the current set point. Indicating the system is ready to accept a new
Repeat Time set point. Adjust set point using the “UP” and “DOWN” push buttons, to the desired value. [(Display
dd=Disabled) Range from 1 to 60 Minutes].

7. Set switch #6 to the OFF position.

When you have completed step #7, the display module will automatically go into “RESET” mode. This will store the data
that you entered.

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 InchHg

InchHg / kPa / BAR Selections

InchHg
FACTORY DEFAULT - InchHg

For InchHg mode, set the switch #4 to the ON position. The LED indicating InHg located next to the vacuum KPA
source reading will illuminate.

For kPa mode, set the switch #4 to the OFF position and the switch #9 to the ON position. The LED indicating
kPa located next to the vacuum source reading will illuminate.
KPA
For BAR mode, the kPa indicating source must be changed to BAR by use of a label. Set the switch #4 to the
OFF and the switch #9 to the OFF position. The LED indicating BAR located next to the vacuum source reading
will illuminate. BAR

COMMON SETTINGS FOR PRESSURE AND VACUUM

Repeat Alarm Enable/Disable BAR

Factory Default - Disable

Disable
Set switch #5 to the OFF position to disable the repeat alarm.
NOTE: When the repeat alarm function is disabled, the alarm will not repeat.

Enable
Enable Mode: (Factory Default 30 min, when enabled).
Set switch #5 to the ON position.

PLEASE NOTE: The module with the lowest set Repeat Time is the one that controls the Repeat Time. For
example, if one module is set for 5 minutes and one for 30 minutes and both are Repeat Alarm enabled, the
alarm will now repeat every 5 minutes.

SETTING FACTORY DEFAULT

To quickly reset the module (Pressure or Vacuum) to the factory default settings as follows:

• Pressure: High set-point 60 Psi, Low set-point 40 Psi.

• Nitrogen and HP Air: High set-point 195 Psi, Low set-point 140 Psi.

• Vacuum: Low set-point 12 inchHg.

• No Repeat alarm, but set for 30 min.

1. Set switch #8 to the ON position.

2. Turn the power off (wait 5 seconds) then back on.

3. Set switch #8 to the OFF position.

The module is now in the default mode.

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 NOTE: DO NOT TAMPER WITH SWITCHES #1, 2 AND 3
Setting Gas Identification Switches
ON THE DIP-SWITCH. TAMPERING WITH THESE
POSITIONS WILL RESULT IN AN ERROR MESSAGE
BEING DISPLAYED (EO2) AND WILL DISABLE THE
ELECTRICAL INTERLOCK FROM THE GAS SPECIFIC
SENSOR.
NOTE: DO NOT tamper with switches #1, 2 and 3 on the dip-switch. Tampering with these positions will result in an error
message being displayed (E02) and will disable the electrical interlock from the gas specific sensor.

CHANGES TO THESE SWITCHES SHOULD ONLY BE

DONE BY PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL, WHEN
CIRCUIT
WARNING: Changes to theseBOARDS HAVE
switches should TObeBE
only CHANGED
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CHART OF GAS SPECIFIC SETTINGS OF DIP-SWITCHES

Chart of Gas Specific Settings of Dip-Switches

Oxygen Vacuum Medical Air Nitrous Oxide

#1 - off 1 #1 - off 1 #1 - on 1 #1 - off 1
ON

ON

ON

ON
#2 - off 2 #2 - on 2 #2 - off 2 #2 - on 2
#3 - on 3 #3 - off 3 #3 - on 3 #3 - on 3
4 4 4 4
5 5 5 5
6 6 6 6
7 7 7 7
8 8 8 8
9 9 9 9
10 10 10 10

Nitrogen Carbon Dioxide WAGD/AGSS Instrument Air

#1 - off 1 #1 - on 1 #1 - on 1 #1 - off 1
ON

ON

ON

ON

#2 - off 2 #2 - on 2 #2 - on 2 #2 - off 2
#3 - off 3 #3 - on 3 #3 - off 3 #3 - off 3
4 4 4 4
5 5 5 5
6 6 6 6
7 7 7 7
8 8 8 8
9 9 9 9
10 10 10 10

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Troubleshooting Guide

Symptom Cause Corrective Action

An error code appears on one or The microprocessor detected a fault Turn power switch to OFF position. Wait for at
more display modules. and has shut down. least 5 seconds before turning on the power.
The program will reset itself.

Faulty wire connection between the Check error codes at the end of this section.
sensor and display module.

No power on the alarm AC power not available. 1. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch on the
(no LED’s illuminated). power supply module is turned ON.

2. AC wiring not connected.

3. Check the building electrical breaker to

ensure that the power is ON.

4. Check the voltage at the terminal block

above the transformer. Ensure that 115
VAC or 220 VAC is being supplied.

Fuse is blown. Check the fuse. The fuse is located on the

upper right corner of the system power supply.
Replace the fuse if it is defective. See Appendix
A and F.

DC power plug not connected to the 1. Ensure that the DC power plug is firmly in
annunciator module. its socket on the annunciator module.

2. Replace System Power Supply unit if all the

above steps fail to resolve the problem.

Defective ribbon cable. Replace the ribbon cable.

Power light on the annunciator DC power cable is not connected to 1. Ensure that the DC power cable is firmly in
module is ON but LED’s on other the annunciator module. its socket on the annunciator module.
modules are not on.
2. Ensure that the module(s) on the Frame/
Module assembly are all connected to the
ribbon-cable.

3. Replace the annunciator module.

No audible alarm and LED’s are not DC power cable is disconnected or 1. Ensure that the DC power cable from the
illuminating. loose. system power supply is connected to the
annunciator module snugly.

2. Depress “TEST” button. If the LED’s come

on and there is no audible alarm, replace
the annunciator module. If this does not
work, try solutions to problem #2.

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 Troubleshooting Guide

Symptom Cause Corrective Action

Audible signal will not silence. Faulty display module. Disconnect the ribbon cable from the back of
the faulty display modules) and replace the
module(s).

Connection of the DC power cable Disconnect the DC power cable from the
from system power supply to annunciator module and then reconnect. If the
annunciator module is loose. audible signal still persists, replace the System
Power Supply unit.

Faulty annunciator module. Replace annunciator module.

Alarm condition exists but LED’s are Display module not properly 1. Ensure that the system was properly
not illuminating. calibrated. ordered.

Factory default settings:

Mid Pressure:
Hi Pressure 60 Psi
Low Pressure 40 Psi
Vacuum:
Low Vacuum 12 inHg
High Pressure:
Hi: Nitrogen & Air 195 Psi
Low: Nitrogen & Air 140 Psi
2. If calibration is required, refer to setting
HIGH and LOW calibration procedure on
page 13-14.

Faulty display module. Replace the display module.

Gas reading incorrect. Loose connection of DISS fittings. Ensure that the sensor module is properly
connected to the DISS demand check-valve

Sensor module is not properly wired Ensure that the sensor module is properly wired
to the display module. to the display module by using wiring diagram
in Appendix C or D.

Defective sensor or requires Replace the sensor module.

calibration.

The ribbon cable is not properly Pull out the ribbon cable and connect it back in
connected to the display module. again, while ensuring that it is seated properly

Defective display module. Replace the display module.

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Error Code Messages on the Display Module

System Cause Corrective Action Page

E00 or E01 No sensor is connected or wires are not Connect a sensor and check the wiring. 26/27
connected properly on terminals.
E02 Sensor and Display Module mismatched. Ensure that the Sensor and Display Module are for the 16
same gas.
E03 The High set-point was set below the Low Recalibrate the High and Low setpoint to proper values. 13/14
set-point or vice versa.
E04 Incorrect type of Sensor connected Connect the correct Sensor to the matching Display
(e.g. 250 psi sensor on a 100 psi range). Module.
E06 Cable between the sensor and display Reverse polarity or replace cable if defective. 26/27
module shorted out or reversed polarity.
E07 Out of calibration / Sensor not reading gas. Replace the sensor module. 26/27

NOTE: Any of other error codes, contact Amico technical support to isolate the issue

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 Model Numbers

Alarm Vavle Combo Unit

AVL-XGXGXGXGXGXGXG

The Letter “L” Defines The Letter “X” Defines the The Letter “G” Defines
the Language: Valve Size: the Type of Gas:
English (NFPA) = U 1/2" [1.3 cm] 05 = 1 Oxygen = O
Spanish (NFPA) = S 3/4" [1.9 cm] 07 = 2 Medical Air = A
Spanish (CSA/ISO) = H 1" [2.5 cm] 10 = 3 MedVac = V
English (CSA/ISO) = E 1-1/4" [3.2 cm] 12 = 4 Nitrous Oxide = 2
French (CSA/ISO) = F 1-1/2" [3.8 cm] 15 = 5 Nitrogen = N
2" Full Port [5.1 cm] 20F = 6 Carbon Dioxide = C
WAGD (NFPA) = W
AGSS (ISO) = E
Instrument Air = I

NOTES:

• The power supply requires 1 gang per box.

Example: English, 3 valves, 1/2" Oxygen, 3/4" Medical Air and 1-1/4" Medical Vacuum. Will be in a 4 gang
box, not a 3 gang: AVU-1O2A4V

• The 1-1/2" valve will have an empty space above the valve.
 Example: a box with a 1/2" Oxygen, 3/4" Medical Air and 1-1/2" Medical Vacuum and a power supply will
require a 5 gang box not a 4 gang box.

• The 2" valve will be assembled in a 6-1/2" deep box and shall accommodate up to a maximum of four gases.
The 2" valve shall be positioned on the bottom of the assembly. The height measurements of the 6-1/2" deep
valve box are the same as the 3-7/8" deep valve box. When comparing height measurements, consider the
gap above the 2" valve.
 Example: a valve box with 1/2" valve, 2" valve and a power supply would be in a 3 gang, 6-1/2" deep box,
which would be the same height as the 4 gang, 3-7/8" valve box.

• 2-1/2" and 3" valve assemblies are only offered as singles.

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Spare Parts Numbers

Model Number Description

A2P-ANNU-CB ANNUNCIATOR CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY
A2P-POWER-V2 POWER SUPPLY MODULE ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-E-AIR SENSOR MODULE ISO-AIR ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-E-CO2 SENSOR MODULE ISO-CO2 ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-E-EVA SENSOR MODULE ISO-EVA ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-E-N2O SENSOR MODULE ISO-N2O ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-E-NIT SENSOR MODULE ISO-NIT ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-E-OXY SENSOR MODULE ISO-OXY ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-E-VAC SENSOR MODULE ISO-VAC ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-U-AIR SENSOR MODULE USA-AIR ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-U-OXY SENSOR MODULE USA-OXY ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-U-VAC SENSOR MODULE USA-VAC ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-U-WAG SENSOR MODULE USA-WAG ENG. ALERT-2
A2P-SENS-U-IAR SENSOR MODULE USA-INSTRUMENT AIR ALERT-2
A2P-COMPAC-CB AVC DISPLAY MODULE FOR ALL GAS V202
A2P-AVCDIS-E-AIR ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU ISO-AIR ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-E-OXY ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU ISO-OXY ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-E-VAC ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU ISO-VAC ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-E-NIT ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU ISO-NIT ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-E-N2O ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU ISO-N2O ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-E-CO2 ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU ISO-CO2 ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-E-AGS ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU ISO-AGS ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-U-OXY ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU USA-OXY ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-U-AIR ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU USA-AIR ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-U-VAC ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU USA-VAC ENG.
A2P-AVCDIS-U-WAG ALARM VALVE COMBO DIS. MODU USA-WAG ENG.
A2P-AVC-MYLA-E-O ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. OXY ISO
A2P-AVC-MYLA-E-A ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. AIR ISO
A2P-AVC-MYLA-E-V ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. VAC ISO
A2P-AVC-MYLA-E-N ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. NIT ISO
A2P-AVC-MYLA-E-2 ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. N2O ISO
A2P-AVC-MYLA-E-C ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. CO2 ISO
A2P-AVC-MYLA-E-E ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. AGS ISO
A2P-AVC-MYLA-U-O ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. OXY NFPA
A2P-AVC-MYLA-U-V ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. VAC NFPA
A2P-AVC-MYLA-U-A ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. AIR NFPA
A2P-AVC-MYLA-U-W ALARM VALVE COMBO MYLAR ENG. WAG NFPA
A2X-AVC-RIBBON2 2 STN RIB CABLE FOR ALRM/VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-RIBBON3 3 STN RIB CABLE FOR ALRM/VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-RIBBON4 4 STN RIB CABLE FOR ALRM/VALVE COMBO

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 Spare Parts Numbers

Model Number Description

A2X-AVC-RIBBON5 5 STN RIB CABLE FOR ALRM/VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-RIBBON6 6 STN RIB CABLE FOR ALRM/VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-RIBBON7 7 STN RIB CABLE FOR ALRM/VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-DVPLATE-P DIVIDER PLATE FOR 1GAS ALARM VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-DVPLAT2-P DIVIDER PLATE FOR 2GAS ALARM VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-DVPLAT3-P DIVIDER PLATE FOR 3GAS ALARM VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-DVPLAT4-P DIVIDER PLATE FOR 4GAS ALARM VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-DVPLAT5-P DIVIDER PLATE FOR 5GAS ALARM VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-DVPLAT6-P DIVIDER PLATE FOR 6GAS ALARM VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-BRKT-2F P/S COVER FOR ALARM VALVE COMBO
A2X-AVC-PLT-02N DIVIDER PLATE FOR ALARM VALVE COMBO
A2X-P-SW-AVCCAP ALARM VALVE COMBO KEYCAP - GRAY
S-DIS-KIT-OXY DISS DEMAND CHECK, NUT & NIPPLE – OXY
S-DIS-KIT-AIR DISS DEMAND CHECK, NUT & NIPPLE – AIR
S-DIS-KIT-VAC DISS DEMAND CHECK, NUT & NIPPLE – VAC
S-DIS-KIT-N2O DISS DEMAND CHECK, NUT & NIPPLE – N2O
S-DIS-KIT-NIT DISS DEMAND CHECK, NUT & NIPPLE – NIT
S-DIS-KIT-CO2 DISS DEMAND CHECK, NUT & NIPPLE – CO2
S-DIS-KIT-EVA DISS DEMAND CHECK, NUT & NIPPLE – EVA
S-DIS-DEMC-AIR DISS DEMAND CHECK VALVE 1/4"MNPT - AIR
S-DIS-DEMC-OXY DISS DEMAND CHECK VALVE 1/4"MNPT - OXY
S-DIS-DEMC-VAC DISS DEMAND CHECK VALVE 1/4"MNPT - VAC
S-DIS-DEMC-N2O DISS DEMAND CHECK VALVE 1/4"MNPT – N2O
S-DIS-DEMC-NIT DISS DEMAND CHECK VALVE 1/4"MNPT - NIT
S-DIS-DEMC-CO2 DISS DEMAND CHECK VALVE 1/4"MNPT – CO2
S-DIS-DEMC-EVA DISS DEMAND CHECK VALVE 1/4"MNPT - EVA

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Dimensions

Vertical Alarm Valve Combo Unit

TOP VIEW Inch

[mm]
12
[305]

4 3/8
[110]

3/8 to 1 3/16 1/2

[9.50 to 30] [12]
2 1/4
FRONT VIEW [57] RIGHT SIDE VIEW

33
[838]

34 3/4
[883] 28 1/2
[724]

30 1/4
[768] 34 3/4
[883] 24
[610]
25 3/4
[654] 19 1/2
[495]
21 1/4
[540] 15
[381]
16 3/4
[425] 10 1/2
4 1/2 [267]
12 1/4 [114]
[311]

2 1/4
13 3/4 [57]
[350]
21
[533]

Loca/Remote Sensor

6" - 8" [0.1m - 0.2 m] #22 gauge 1/2"-14 NPSM [13]

1.88 stranded, shielded and twisted pair (see thread specs.)
[48] cable supplied

Wrench Flats
1
[25]

DISS
(Approximate, can vary)
Connector

1/2" Conduit
Connection
NOTE: DISS Demand check
valves by 1/4" NPT, supplied
with each remote sensor.

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 Appendix A

WIRING DIAGRAM: AUTO-SWITCH POWER SUPPLY

ACACSupply
Supply
G L - LiveL - Live
115 to 220 VAC
115 to 220 VAC
N
N - Neutral
N - Neutral
G - Ground
L
G - Ground

Ground
Ground
ON/OFF
Toggle Switch
Toggle Switch
Fuse Fuse
(1 AMP)
(1 AMPw)

DC Power Cable:
Connect to the DC Power Cable:
female connectorAnnunciatorBlack
Module(Ground)
Connect to

on the LCD Module

Blue (5 VDC)

Orange (15 VDC)

CAUTION:

1. Verify that power has been switched off prior to working on the alarm

2. Risk of electric shock, disconnect power at the circuit breaker before removing power supply shield

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Appendix B

WIRING DIAGRAM: ANNUNCIATOR

Optional: Abnormal Alarm Optional: To Amico Manifold Universal

Remote Buzzer

To Amico: Master Module

or Building Management
System

NO COM NC 12V
NO GND
COM NC 12V GND NC COM NO 12V
NC GND
COM NO 12V GND

NOTE: Amico recommends max. 50 ft. to power up buzzer from any Amico devices (alarm/manifold). More than 50 ft., a
A3P-Power-V4 is required to supply voltage for the manifold buzzer.

NO COM NC 12V
NO GND
COM NC 12V GND

Annunciator
Module

DC Power Cable from

Power Supply

NOTE:
NOTE:

Relays on the
Relays onannunciator are fail
the annunciator are f
safe for Version 3.1 or newer.
safe for Version 3.1 or newer.

Relays are not

Relays arefail
notsafe
fail for
safeVersions
for Versio
3.0 or3.0
older.
or older.

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 Appendix C

WIRING DIAGRAM: ALARM VALVE COMBO UNIT

Sensor
Sensor
Module
Module

SENSOR REMOTE COM NC NO COM NC NO

+ - + - LOW HIGH
ALARM ALARM

Red
Red Black
Black
Sensor
Sensor
Module
Module

SENSOR REMOTE COM NC NO COM NC NO

+ - + - LOW HIGH
ALARM ALARM

Sensor
Sensor
Module
Module
Red
Red Black
Black

Ground
Ground SENSOR

+ -
REMOTE

+ -
COM NC NO

LOW
COM NC NO

HIGH
ALARM ALARM

L - Live
NL-- Neutral
Live Red
Red
Black
Black
GN- -Ground
Neutral
G - Ground

AC Supply G
N
L

115 to
AC Supply
6"-8"
6"-8” [0.1
[0.1 m -m
0.2-m]
0.2#22
m]gauge
#22
220toVAC
115 220 VAC
gauge
stranded,stranded, shielded
shielded twisted pair
cable supplied
twisted pair cable supplied

Power
Power Toggle Switch
Toggle Switch Annunciator
Annunciator
ON/OFF
Supply
Supply ON/OFF Module
Module

NOTE:

1. Do not ground the shield drain wire at sensor or inside the alarm panel back box

2. To protect from static electricity, ensure to discharge body static before installing the Medical Gas Alarm and
sensors

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Appendix D

WIRING DIAGRAM: REMOTE ALARM VALVE COMBO UNIT

#22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair

cable only must be used, up to a distance
of 2500 ft [762 m]. In the presence of
any electrical, magnetic radio, wireless 6"#22
- 8"Gauge
[0.1m - 0.2 m]
twisted
or other interference, cable installation #22 gauge
pair stranded,
shielded cable
Sensor
Sensor 6"-8" [0.1and
shielded m - 0.2 m]
twisted
MUST be placed in a metallic conduit. Module supplied
Module OXYGEN pair cable supplied

DISS
DISS
Marrette the sensor
Oxygen cable in a junction box
Junction Box
Pipeline (supplied
(by others) by others) to
the installation cable
Sensor
Hex Plug Module (supplied by others)
Ribbon
Ribbon
Cable
Cable
SENSOR

+ -
REMOTE

+ -
COM NC NO

LOW
ALARM
COM NC NO

HIGH
ALARM Compact
Compact
Module
Module
Red Black
Sensor
Module

SENSOR REMOTE COM NC NO COM NC NO

+ - + - LOW HIGH
ALARM ALARM

Sensor
Module
Red Black

Ground
Ground
L - Live SENSOR REMOTE COM NC NO COM NC NO

L - Live + - + - LOW HIGH

N -NNeutral
- Neutral
ALARM ALARM

G -GGround
- Ground
Red Black
Ground SENSOR REMOTE COM NC NO COM NC NO

ACACSupply
+ - + - LOW HIGH
ALARM ALARM

Supply
115
115 to
to
G
N
L

220 VACLN--Live
220VAC Neutral
Red
Black

G - Ground
Power
Power
Toggle Switch

Supply
N

AC Supply Supply
L

115 to 220 VAC

Annunciator
Annunciator 6"-8” [0.1 m - 0.2 m] #22 gauge
stranded, shielded twisted pair
Toggle Switch Module
Module cable supplied
ON/OFF

Power Toggle Switch Annunciator

ON/OFF
Supply Module

NOTE:

1. Do not ground the shield drain wire at sensor or inside the alarm panel back box

2. For multiple sensors, a multi-conductor #22 gauge stranded, shielded and twisted pair cable ONLY must be used

CAUTION: To protect from static electricity, ensure to discharge body static before installing the Medical Gas
Alarm and sensors

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 Appendix E

WIRING DIAGRAM: ALARM VALVE COMBO UNIT TO MASTER MODULE

#22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair cable only must be

used, up to a distance of 2500 ft [762 m]. In the presence of any
electrical, magnetic radio, wireless or other interference, cable
6" - 8" [0.1m - 0.2 m]
installation MUST be placed in a metallic conduit
#22
#22gauge stranded,
Gauge twisted
pair shielded cable
shielded
6"-8" [0.1 m - 0.2 twisted
and m]
Sensor
Sensor pair cable supplied
supplied
Module
Module
OXYGEN

DISS
DISS Marrette the sensor cable
in a junction box (supplied
Oxygen
by Junction
others) Box to the installation
Pipeline (by others)
cable (supplied by others)

Ribbon
Ribbon Compact
Compact
Cable
Cable Module
Module Dry
Drycontacts only
contacts only
No voltage
no voltage

-
+

-
+

-
Ground
Ground SENSOR

+ -
REMOTE

+ -
COM NC NO

LOW
COM NC NO

HIGH
+

-
LL--Live
Live
ALARM ALARM +

-
+
NN-- Neutral
Neutral

-
G - Ground +
G - Ground

-
+

-
AC Supply +
AC Supply
115 to

-
G
N
L

+
115VAC
220 to

-
220 VAC #22
#22Gauge
Gaugewire
Power
Power
Supply
Supply Annunciator
Annunciator Stranded Wire Source
Source
Equipment
Equipment
Module
Module
Toggle Switch ToDry-contact Signal
Amico Master to Amico
Module or
ON/OFF Master Module or
Building Management Building
Toggle Switch

Management System
System

Master
Master SW-2
SW-2
Module
Module

NOTE: Jumper any unused points on the Master module. Turn OFF dip-switches for any unused points (location SW-2)

CAUTION:

Source equipment signal wires must be connected to normally-closed dry contacts. No electrical voltage can
be present and contacts must be closed during normal equipment operation. When contacts are open; an
alarm condition will be activated.

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Appendix F

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Supply Voltage: 115 - 220 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz

Current Draw: 1 Amp. Max.
Fuse (1/4 * 1-1/4): Fast Blow 1 Amp.

Cable requirement:

AVC Display Module to Remote Sensor:

Important:

Cable: ONLY a #22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair cable must be used. (Belden # 8451
or equivalent.) In the presence of any electrical, magnetic, radio frequencies, wireless or
other interference, cable installation MUST be placed in metallic conduit.

Distance: Maximum 2,500 feet [750 m]

Signal: 30 VDC - 1.0 Amps.

60 VDC - 0.3 Amps.
125 VAC - 0.5 Amps.

AVC Display Module to Master Module:

Distance: Maximum 10,000 ft [3,000 m]

Cable: Minimum #22 gauge stranded wire (does not have to be shielded, twisted pair)
Signal: 5 VDC - < 5 µA

NOTE:

For Master Alarm, source equipment signal wires must be connected to normally-closed dry contacts. No electrical
voltage can be present and contacts must be closed during normal equipment operation. When contacts are open; an
alarm condition will be activated.

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 Appendix G

WIRING

1. General Requirements

1. All wiring shall be protected from physical damage by raceways, cable trays or conduit in accordance with NFPA
70, National Electric Code or the Canadian Electrical Code.

2. All alarms are to be powered from the life safety branch of the emergency power system as required by
applicable standards.

3. Alarm panel wires should be directly connected to switches or sensor as required by applicable standards.

4. All wire runs should be made with color coded wire. Record color, signal and source of signal for each wire lead
to aid in connection of alarm finish components.

5. The alarm panel and remote sensors should not be installed near radio transmitters, electrical motors, electrical
control room, switchgear, CT scanners, MRI machines or high voltage lines.

6. In the presence of any electrical, magnetic, radio frequencies, wireless or other interference, cable installation
MUST be placed in metallic conduits.

7. No solid wire should be used for connecting sensors or master alarms to source equipment.

8. To protect from static electricity, ensure to discharge body static before installing the Medical Gas Alarm and
Sensors.

9. Do not ground the shield drain wire at sensor or inside alarm panel back box

10. Electrical cable should not run below the sensor and behind the alarm box to protect from radio frequencies
and EMI.

2. Low Voltage wire type, size and other requirements

All low voltage wiring must meet the following criteria:

1. #22 AWG stranded, shielded twisted pair wire ONLY must be used, rated for 300V and 60°C (140°F) minimum
(Belden 8451 or equivalent).

2. Marrette the sensor cable in a junction box (supplied by others) to the installation cable (supplied by others)
to protect from physical damage, radio frequencies and EMI.

3. For multiple sensors, a multi-conductor #22 gauge stranded, shielded and twisted pair cable ONLY must be
used.

The following rules along with references to this manual’s schematics clarify wiring requirements. Two conductor cables
(must be #22 gauge stranded, shielded and twisted pair cable type) are required for each Gas Sensor module to the Gas
Input board.

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