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Advanced Commercial Controller Owner’s Manual, Installation, and Programming Instructions for ACC and ACC Decoder Controllers ■ ■ ACC-1200 12 Station Controller, 42 Station ACC-99D 2-Wire Decoder Controller with Capacity, Metal Cabinet 99 Station Capacity, Metal Cabinet ■ ■ ACC-1200-PP 12 Station Controller, 42...
Key COnneCtIOnS 24 VAC teSt terMInAl COnneCtInG the MASter VAlVe(S) AnD/Or PuMP StArt relAy(S) COnneCtInG A rAIn Or freeze Shut Off DeVICe COnneCtInG the hunter flOW SenSOr COnneCtInG Other flOW SenSOrS ICr reMOte COntrOl Multiple Stations simultaneously COnneCtInG tO IMMS...
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Setting Station Run Time Duration Changing Seasonal Adjust Using the Global Setting Using a Program Specific Setting (set Season Adjust by Program) Timed Delay between Stations Setting Days to Water Set Days to Water Day of the Week Watering Interval Watering Odd/Even Watering Setting Pump and Master Valve Operation Set Pump and Master Valve Operation...
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View Station Logs Advanced Features View Version and Station Size COMMOn AlArM (AttentIOn) MeSSAGeS Overcurrent Overflow Power Outage/Power Restored Underflow eXtenDeD feAtureS Contrast Adjustment No Water Window To set a No Water Window No Water Window rules Delay Between Stations To set a Delay P/MV Style (Normally Closed/Normally On) To change the Normal condition of P/M outputs...
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Setup Overview Connect an HFS Meter to an ICD-SEN Connect a Clik Sensor to an ICD-SEN SEN/DEC Setup Other SPeCIAl DeCODer funCtIOnS (ADVAnCeD feAtureS) View Decoder Config Display ADM Current Sen/Dec Alarms ACC SOlAr SynC Preparation Facepack Version Master Module Base Run Times Installation Setup...
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COMMunICAtIOn MODule InStAllAtIOn fOr PlAStIC PeDeStAl COntrOller Radio Installation, additional steps SetuP AnD ADDreSSInG the COM MODule Set the Controller Address Other Com Setup Functions Master Controller Contrast Radio Type Last MR Cmd (Radio Only) DTMF Wait (Radio Only) MR Default Run Time (Radio Only) Modem Type Country Code...
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With plug-in Com and other modules, the ACC can also communicate with a computerized central control system via hardwired cable, radio, dial-up telephone, or cellular modem. ACC is also prewired to accept Hunter wireless remote controls.
aCC InTerfaCe and Key ComponenTs ........1. lCD Display – Backlit, adjustable contrast display 8. left and right buttons – Used to move left and right in (re-lights when any button is pressed) some screens 2. + button – Increases flashing value, depending on 9.
WIrInG ComparTmenT InTerIor ..........1. Inner Door – Opens to main wiring compartment 9. Master Module – Includes sensor, Pump/Master Valve, and other accessory connections 2. AC Wiring compartment – For connection of 120/230V AC power with 1 x 0.75" (19 mm) conduit opening 10.
meTal CabIneT, Wall mounT InsTallaTIon ....... Tools required: Positioning Hanger • Long drill bit and extension • Philips screwdriver or bit (for use with long extension) – magnetic recommended • Wire strippers 31" (80 cm) Facepack Door Mounting Holes Remove the facepack assembly from the controller. 1.
ConneCTInG aC maIn poWer, Wall mounT CabIneT ....The ACC can operate with either 120 VAC or 230 VAC power, depending on how the incoming AC wires are connected. The green, or green-and-yellow safety ground Supply wires must be 14 AWG (2 mm) or larger. may not be required or permitted with this floating ground, double-insulated transformer.
meTal CabIneT opTIonal pedesTal InsTallaTIon ..... Location Requirement: A) a switch or circuit-breaker 3. Level the mounting bolts before the concrete sets. shall be included in building installations; B) the switch 4. After the concrete sets, remove the door of the or breaker shall be in close proximity to the controller, pedestal and slide the pedestal down onto the four and within easy reach of the operator;...
ConCreTe base InsTallaTIon ............ bottom of the thread and slide each bolt through the 1. Set forms for a 21" (533 mm) wide x 26" (660 mm) hole in the template. Put a washer and nut on each long concrete base. The base pad should be 2" (50 J-bolt to secure it to the template (allow a minimum mm) above grade for proper drainage.
ConneCTInG plasTIC pedesTal aC maIn poWer ......120 VAC COnneCtIOn The ACC Pedestal controller can operate with either 120 Place the Voltage Selector Switch in the “115V” position. VAC or 230 VAC power. Connect the incoming black (or “hot”) wire to the Red wire Supply wires must be 14AWG (2 mm) or larger.
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Junction Voltage Selector Switch Controller Power Switch Terminal Block: Terminal Block: red Wire = blue Wire = neutral "hot" or Active White (uS) 120V black blue (International) 230V brown...
ConneCTInG earTh Ground (all ConfIGuraTIons) ....The ACC features a copper earth ground lug, to the Ground Lug immediate right of the transformer assembly. This earth ground connection is isolated from the primary AC power and is used to ground incoming surges from the communications and output valve wires.
InsTallInG sTaTIon modules............. ACC expands in 6-station increments with intelligent output modules, requiring no tools to install and only a screwdriver for station wiring connections. The base configuration is 12 stations (two 6-station modules installed) with a maximum station capacity in a metal wall cabinet of 42 stations (7 total output modules x 6 stations each). ACC can be expanded at any time with either of the following types of modules: 1.
Upper Deck cover Each station output is rated for 0.56 A, max or enough to operate two typical Hunter solenoids simultaneously. Once the output module is installed in the slot, the station numbers assigned to the output module appear in the upper deck label above each slot.
Hunter HFS flow sensor 7. ET connections (+ and -) – Not used. Connections for Hunter ET Sensor only. If upper ET terminal is colored red, Master Module requires update for use with ET. 8. If Master Module has a sticker that says “ET Ready,” or if the version number of the module is 4.0 or later, the...
Set Pump Operation section of the Programming and Operations portion of this manual. ConneCTInG a raIn or freeze shuT off deVICe ....... Up to 4 Hunter sensors can be connected to the ACC Hunter Clik sensors are usually normally closed, and open controller, including: on alarm.
Set Sensor Operation section of the WRC instructions. Programming and Operations. ConneCTInG The hunTer floW sensor ........The HFS is the primary flow meter for which ACC flow functions have been designed. Additional types of flow sensor connections may also be possible.
This connection is automatically compatible with Hunter ICR and SRR remote receivers. To connect: remove the weather-resistant rubber cover (metal cabinet versions), align the remote receiver’s pins with the mating receptacle, and push firmly until the receiver is fully seated.
Stacking and SmartStack rules do apply when manual program ICR commands are sent to the ACC. If a program ConneCTInG To Imms ..............hunTer IrrIGaTIon manaGemenT and monITorInG sysTem ACC controllers can upgraded to provide full two-way DIAl-uP telePhOne (ACC-COM-POtS) communications with central control software (IMMS 2.0).
All radio communications for ACC work with RAD3 radio interface to all radio-equipped ACC/AGC controllers. module or later. IMMSR radios, designed for original See Hunter’s ACC System Design Guide for important IMMS Site Interfaces and Controller Interfaces, will NOT details regarding design of central control systems.
6. return the dial to the run position. This is all that Off after the last “real” station has run. is required for the most basic operations. ACC will test actually starts stations, and this will cause water automatically in any dial position except actual watering in a fully installed system.
SettInG Current DAte AnD tIMe To Set Program Start Times Three items are programmed at this position: • Time of Day and Date, the day of the week sets automatically • Daylight Savings time usage • Units of measure, English or Metric Turn the dial to the SET CURRENT DATE/ TIME position 1.
CAUTION: Understand your irrigation system’s hydraulic restrictions before allowing programs to overlap. Overlapping programs may overdrive the hydraulics of your system. Overdriving your hydraulics will damage the components and result in inferior sprinkler performance. More advanced programming overlap options are available by turning the dial to the SET PROGRAM OVERLAP OPTIONS dial position.
nOte: If the ACTUAL value is different from the PROGRAMMED value, Seasonal adjust has been changed from the default of 100% to a new value. The actual run time is the duration the station will water. Turn the dial to the SET STATION RUN TIMES position. Using the Global Setting 1.
Day of the Week Watering 3. Press the – button when the cursor is on a day that you do not want to water. An “N” will appear, to show that day is never able to water, regardless of the schedule.
4. Press the + or – button to change the Cycle cursor value. The default cursor value is N/A. Cycles can be set from 1 minute to 6 hours. 5. Press the right arrow button to move from Cycle to Soak, once a value has been entered into the Cycle field.
............The ACC is capable of monitoring, learning, and reacting to Real-Time flow. The installation of the optional Hunter Flow Sensor (HFS) or a Data Industrial flow sensor is required for this feature to function. The ACC must first learn the normal flow, by station, for flow sensing to operate correctly.
4. If some individual stations do not have learned flow, the display will show Flow Not Learned at the top, when the Information button is pressed with the dial in the Run position. When a station with no learned flow is running, flow monitoring is temporarily disabled.
5. If the flow sensor selection has been changed to NONE after learning, the display will show FLOW NOT MONITORED. The actual flow may still be viewed, even if all stations have been set to Not Monitored. Station level alarm diagnostics would not be available, but the flow will be visible.
• It may take a full hour or longer to learn flows for The default Limit is always 115%, meaning the station an entire 42-station controller. Each station may must exceed the flow by 15% before it will be treated take from 35 seconds to 5 minutes to be learned, as an alarm (to prevent false alarms due to normal flow depending on stability of the flow.
If the station passes (runs within the Limit), the controller To view the diagnostics while they are in progress, press will Pause the station, and move on to test the next station the Information button. This will clear the Attention, Flow that had been running (if applicable).
• The primary purpose of Underflow alarms is to protect a Pump from deadheading, if a station has failed to open. If a station that has learned flow is activated for test purposes without turning on an actual valve, an Underflow alarm may occur.
Once a response (SUSPEND or PAUSE) has been set for a Program, all sensor responses must either be the same, or Off. A Program cannot be both Paused and Suspended at the same time. If a Pause response is set for Program A to Sensor 2, then Pause is the only response that can be set for Program A.
sensor alarms (ClIK sensors sen 1–4 only) ......Whenever a sensor alarms (changes to Open from its If a Program configured for shutdown by that sensor was Normally Closed state), an ATTENTION message appears active when the alarm occurred, it will either Suspend or in the display if a program response has been configured Pause as configured.
Sensor alarms have no effect on Manual Single-station If a sensor is alarmed, and a Manual Program start is starts that are running. attempted for a Program with a response for that sensor, the display will show “CANNOT RUN MANUAL. A sensor is Sensor alarms have no effect on Custom Manual active for this program.”...
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• ET Sensor: A Hunter model ET Sensor may be used for certain alarm inputs. The ET Sensor is a sensor platform, and three of its individual sensors can be used as sensor inputs for alarm purposed to the ACC Controller. The controller still has four sensor inputs, but you may set the location of each sensor to Controller (terminals SEN 1–4 on the controller's...
SenSOr lOCAtIOnS Individual ET sensors can be used to perform alarm shutdowns, by assigning them to the Sen 1-4 positions in the controller. The ET Sensors will then function exactly like “Clik” Sensor inputs. They may have Suspend or Pause responses set by Program. Assigning ACC Sensor 1-4 alarm functions to an ET Sensor is done without connecting any additional wires.
seTTInG proGram oVerlap opTIons .......... There are three program overlap options. These options allow you to maximize the number of stations operating simultaneously, if the system’s hydraulics can support the flow. To program the Program Overlap option: 1. Turn the dial to the SET PROGRAM OVERLAP OPTIONS position 2.
Information operated as a single unit. screens. The factory default setting is Hunter Industries contact information, but it can be replaced with the Combining stations into SSGs shortens programming...
daTa hIsTory ................Name a Program (Up to 12 Characters and Spaces) This dial position allows you to view flow totals and various logs containing important histories of all activify. 1. Turn the dial to the SET STATION & PROGRAM NAMES position.
The Station Log will store up to 1500 events, and records all station activity, including every start and stop of each station. It may include alarm events if applicable. A complete list of possible Station Log messages appears near the end of this manual. Alarm log items labeled “Missed Irrigation”...
If station size is incorrect, or shows “0” or “1”, check that Powerlock slide is in the ON (locked) position. Check that all station module contacts are in good order and that the modules are fully inserted. Make sure powerlock tabs on front of modules have good contact with the slide lock.
ADM means the ADM99 decoder output module, and shows that the meter or sensor input has been assigned to an ICD-SEN sensor decoder in the two-wire path. ET followed by a sensor name means the input has been assigned to an ET Sensor. ET Functions are described in their own section in this manual.
Pause and go into alarm diagnostic mode. P/MV outputs have a max output of 0.325 A. Pump start relays with very high current requirements may need a dedicated transformer and an additional relay (such as Hunter Model PSRB) for reliable operations.
unDerflOW Alarm diagnostics consist of pausing all operations, then A station has caused too little flow, indicating a possible starting each station that was running at the time of the problem. The underflow amount cannot be set directly, alarm individually. Each of these suspect stations has its but is twice the percentage of the Limit amount set for flow sampled alone, to see if it caused the overflow.
If a start time has already been programmed, and the nO WAter WInDOW operator attempts to enter a No Water Window which No Water Windows prevent any automatic irrigation overlaps the start time, the display will flash a warning. from occurring during certain hours, by Program. This can be used to protect high traffic areas from accidental programming, or the results of Seasonal Adjust, during busy times of day.
To set a Delay 1. Use the Program button to select the Program for which the Delay is to be set. 2. Use the +/- keys to set the delay in h:mm:ss format. Use the left and right arrows to move through the hour, minutes, and seconds fields until the delay is set.
ACC’s Real Time Flow Monitoring is designed to work with designed to operate with true Normally Open valves. Hunter HFS flow sensors. It is necessary to tell ACC what size fitting the HFS has been installed into, so that flow can ACC’s two Pump/Master Valve outputs (labeled on the...
Additional settings for OTHER 2. Use the down arrow button to move to Select Flow Sensor, and press the + button to choose it. Most other brands of flow sensor require two settings for calibration, the K-factor and the Offset. The correct settings for these values are found in the sensor manufacturer’s documentation, and they are based on the pipe type and size.
To create and use SSGs: In order to create and use SSGs, the controller must first be placed into the SSG/Smartstack mode. 9. Use the down arrow to go to the next station line, to add another station to the SSG. 1.
Once the controller is in ACC Setup mode, all 20 SSGs are available, whether they are used or not. DELETING AN SSG Technically SSGs are never deleted, as there are always 20 available.Instead, simply select the unwanted SSG, and delete the stations contained in it until no stations are listed under the SSG name.
CuStOM MAnuAl PrOGrAM SetuP programmed to use Cycle and Soak with the “Y” selected. If you want the stations or SSGs to use their normal Cycle Press the INFORMATION button and turn the dial to and Soak settings (if applicable), leave the option set to Manual Operation.
StArt A CuStOM MAnuAl • Turn the dial to the Manual Operation position. • Use the Program button to select the Custom Manual program (Custom Manual programs will appear after the A through F selections). • Turn the dial to Run, to start the Program at the beginning.
SAVE will be highlighted. Press the + button to save the • The Test Program will try to start ALL stations counted program, and a confirmation message will appear. The by the controller. If you are running a Test Program on Save can still be cancelled with the –...
one TouCh manual sTarT ............advance through all the stations/SSGs in a Program. • If the controller is running that last (highest numbered) station or SSG with a run time in the selected program, and the right arrow button is pressed again, the station will be stopped and no new stations will be started (the program will have completed).
“Program” will allow an entire Program to be run immediately, and will also allow the Program to be started at any station (to run from that point to the end). • Use the Program button to select the Program (Custom Manual programs will appear after the A through F selections).
(then release the Programs button). these operations are not reversible! Reset should only be performed if: a) a “clean start” is desired for programming purposes, or b) if directed to do so by Hunter Technical Services as a troubleshooting technique.
The display will show the following Reset options: • Programs: Erases Day schedules, start times, and run times. • Flow Totals: Clears the running flow total histories (they will restart with 0.0 for all entries), only. • Logs: Clears alarm, controller, and station logs, only. •...
When programming a 2, 4, or 6-station decoder, you only assign a station number to the first station output. The Blank (Off) : Normal. other stations are automatically filled in by the decoder in Solid Red: Problem in decoder out put Green when communicating down module numerical order, depending on the decoder size.
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5. The display will show “DECODER FUNCTIONS,” at the bottom of the selections. Use the down arrow button to select Decoder Functions. Press the + button to select. 6. The Decoder Functions screen will appear, with “Program a Decoder” highlighted. (The other functions are explained in detail in the Special Decoders Section).
Decoders may be reprogrammed at any time. If it is “Controller” means the selected P/MV output will operate necessary to change the station numbers or other settings through the screw terminal with that number on the of a previously programmed decoder, the decoder may be Master Module, in the controller.
Hunter HFS flow meters may only be connected to Port A. path, and that the location of the HFS or Clik Sensors are mapped to the ADM, described in the section titled, “Set Clik sensors may be attached to either port.
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• If you are unable to enter an address or port for a inserted into the Programming Port, a screen will sensor or flow meter, the Location for that device appear with the decoder settings. has probably not been set to “ADM.” Return to the •...
address or the sensor selections at anytime, if • Once the sensor decoders are configured, the changes occur to the system. controller will immediately begin polling the sensor • Turn the dial to “Set Sensor Operation.” There decoder continuously to monitor the alarms. This may is a display page for each Program, allowing cause alarm messages until the sensor decoders are the responses for each sensor to be set.
to the current draw, even when they are not running. Decoders require a tiny amount of current just to stay awake, about 5 mA. • With a connected two-wire path, the mA reading in standby mode (no stations running) will vary depending on the number of decoders and other factors.
• Facepack updates may be obtained from the • The Solar-Sync compatible master modules were not Resources section of the Hunter Industries web site available before November, 2009. (www.hunterindustries.com). • Master Modules cannot be updated in the field.
The asterisk disappears after a full 24 hours of sensor data has • The Solar-Sync sensor cannot be installed at the same been collected. time as a Hunter ET Sensor. Only one sensor can be connected to the ET terminals.
SenSOr teSt • The settings will be set to Region 3, Water Adj. 5. Either of these factors can be changed, based on the • When the sensor is installed, it is possible to test the following explanations. connection to the Solar-Sync sensor. •...
• Select Solar Sync Check. The screen will show “Initializing…” for a few seconds as the controller contacts the sensor. • If the check is successful, the screen will show “Sensor Check OK”. Continue with the Operation and Adjustment procedures if necessary. •...
• Press and hold the Information button, while turning • If the Sensors (S1, 2, 3, and 4) are set to Off, they will the ACC dial to the Set Sensor Operation position. not shutdown the selected Program. Then, release the Information button. •...
MAKInG ADjuStMentS • Notice that as the Water Adjustment factor is changed, the current S-Sync Adjust amount at the top of the After programming the Solar Sync module and your screen is changed. This can help you predict how controller, allow the system to operate for 3 days to gather much more or less watering will occur, as a result of sun and temperature data.
SOlAr-SynC SenSOr AlArMS • Use the – or + buttons to step backward and forward through the Controller Log to track the S-Sync S-Sync RAIN ALARM, S-Sync TEMP ALARM changes. Each log will show the date and time, and the Before and After settings for Seasonal Adjustment.
S-SynC COMM fAIlure • If the Solar-Sync sensor fails to respond to the ACC controller, a Comm Failure message will be posted on the display and a log will be entered in the controller Alarm Log. • This may indicate a problem with the wiring from the controller to the Solar Sync sensor.
ET Sensor is connected. When ACC is in a computer central control system, it can be used to report ET from a Hunter ET Sensor to the central After each ET function, it is possible to press the Back computer via IMMS control software.
Operation enabled, and set to YES, more ET FUNCTION ET, Rainfall, Wind speed, and Temperature will be options will be available and viewed in the ET FUNCTIONS displayed according to the Units of Measure setting at the home screen. Set Current Date/Time dial position. NO will hide all ET functions and the daily ET will not Readings can be updated at any time, by performing a new be read or displayed, and no ET will be available for the...
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Turn the dial to another position, and then back to the alarm and the actual shutdown. If this is not acceptable, a Set Sensor Operation dial position (without holding separate sensor (such as Rain-Clik or Freeze-Clik) should Information). At this location, choose the Suspend or be installed and wired directly to one of the Sen 1-4 inputs Pause responses for each ET Sensor by program for instant shutdowns.
eVenT mode opTIons (aGC, surVeyor) ........Event Mode is a special function of the controller designed to work with Surveyor Golf control software. Event mode allows the controller to run individual station events which have been created for it by golf control software.
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First, select the Event Day you wish to view (1, 2, or 3). Delete Events: This will permanently delete all downloaded Then press the right arrow button to view the downloaded System Events. The controller will not be able to irrigate events for that day.
ACC-COM-POTS, or the ACC-COM-GSM (E) does not controllers, via optional RAD3 UHF radio modules (sold contain a radio. It is designed for use with a Hunter RAD3 separately) with antenna for wireless communications, UHF radio, which must be ordered separately.
Pedestal mounted controllers have a power terminal switch, which can be pressed to the OFF position. Hardwired communications also requires Hunter GCBL • Note that there are additional steps listed for installation with RAD3 radio modules. CommunICaTIon module InsTallaTIon for Wall mounT ConTroller ................
8. Insert the ACC-COM module into the opening where the the RAD3, before installing the radio into the radio logo cover was, with the display and buttons protruding compartment. through the opening. Secure with 4 screws (supplied) • Install the radio into the radio compartment (see on each corner.
+ and – buttons to set the exact number. the same Site. Press the Enter button to enter the Address. The controller • To use a UHF Maintenance Radio (Hunter Model will now be addressed. TRNR) as a remote control for the controller.
wait period has elapsed or the radio carrier signal stops, If your country appears on the following list, change the with no more tones. code display to the number shown: A longer DTMF wait allows slower typing speeds of the Country Code command on the radio.
PInG teSt This is a useful diagnostic tool. The ping test allows any controller to exchange MOD: Shows dial-up or cellular modem activity. communications with another controller for test purposes. RAD: Shows T when the controller radio is transmitting, Select a Target controller from the Source controller. and R when it is receiving data from another radio.
TroubleshooTInG............... Problem Causes Solutions No Display Check AC~ power to controller Fix power supply Facepack is not firmly seated and locked, Seat facepack in connector and/or 9-pin connector is not fully Connect ribbon cable on back of facepack connected door Gray ribbon cable is not connected from back of inner panel to cabinet Display reads “Attention”...
aCC/aGC loG messaGes ............. Alarm Log, Missed Irrigation “Mode” Labels The controller has 3 separate log files. Mode appears when a station failed to complete irrigation Each individual log has the date and time of the event at for some reason, and indicates why the station was the top of the screen.
COntrOller lOGS Alarm Log, “Reason” Labels Track significant events at the controller, which are not The Reason label indicates the type of alarm condition. necessarily alarms or malfunctions. Unknown No reason specified Message Description Overflow Overflow alarm occurred EASY RETRIEVE Easy retrieve programs Underflow Underflow alarm occurred...
StAtIOn lOGS Message Description Station Log records all station activity in the controller. IRRIGATION STOPPED BY Irrigation was stopped by MAINT RADIO maintenance radio The Mode labels are the same as shown in the Run dial PAUSE MODE SET BY Pause Mode set by position, when stations are running.
parTs ..................WAll MOunt COntrOllerS (ACC1200, ACC99D) Item Description Catalog no. Front Faceplate 571500 Face Pack Front Face Pack 589000 Door Frame Metal Front Door 585500 w/o Lock Lock & Key Set 387300 (Not Shown) Key Set (2) 122516 (Not shown) Metal Cabinet 585000 w/o Door...
PeDeStAl COntrOllerS (ACC1200PP, AGC1200PP, ACC99DPP, AGC99DPP) Item Description Catalog no. Front Faceplate 571500 Face Pack (ACC) Front Face Pack (AGC) 571505 Front Face Pack 620000 Door only Plastic Ped Com and Radio APPBRKT Bracket, including Ribbon Cable Frame Adapter 145500 Lid including Lock 553305 Lid Antenna for Ped,...