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Installation & Operation Manual Please read this manual carefully and retain for future use. The Merlin 1000S gas pressure proving and detection system is designed specifically for use in educational establishments and laboratories. The system is designed to give full control over incoming gas supply with the lockable main key-switch and touch sensors.
Installation & Operation Manual Merlin 1000S Typical Installation Arrangement Terminal Connections 1. POWER / LINE IN 110-120V AC Power should be supplied to the [POWER / LINE IN] terminal and fused at 3A. On connecting the mains supply to the panel the power LED indicator will light up – this is located on the front cover (American Gas Safety Logo).
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Connections for remote emergency shut-off or stop buttons is detailed on the circuit board as [EM REMOTE]. This is linked out as a factory setting. Remote emergency shut-off buttons should be volt free and wired to the Merlin 1000S using a plenum security cable, white, 18/2 (18AWG 2 conductor), stranded, CMP or similar.
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Installation & Operation Manual Merlin 1000S 7. FAN SWITCHES This terminal switches when the key is turned on and off. This can be connected to a fan switch (supplied separately) which can provide power to fans when the control panel is switched on.
Installation & Operation Manual Merlin 1000S Switch Settings There are various dip-switches on the front circuit board that can be adjusted to configure your system as per the following. Auto Reset There is a switch located on the circuit board labelled [AUTO RESET].
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Once the settings have been changed - remove power for 10 seconds. Fire Panel Integration The Merlin 1000S can be integrated with a fire alarm to close the gas supply automatically in the event of a fire. The volt free fire alarm signal can be wired in series with any remote emergency shut off buttons.
Gas On When the key switch is turned on, the Merlin 1000S will check the installation for gas leaks. If gas proving is successful, the gas valve will open and the ‘Gas On’ LED will illuminate. ON = Gas On OFF = Gas Off ...
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Installation & Operation Manual Merlin 1000S Test Fail Under normal working conditions this LED is off. When the panel detects a gas leak on start-up, the LED will illuminate AMBER. Gas valve will remain closed. OFF = OK ON = gas proving failed.
Installation & Operation Manual Merlin 1000S Servicing & General Maintenance It is recommended that any detectors connected to the system are inspected and serviced at least annually from the date of installation for optimum performance and protection. DO carefully remove any accumulated dust from the outer enclosure once a month.
Installation & Operation Manual Merlin 1000S IMPORTANT WARNING STATEMENTS Please take the time to thoroughly read this user’s guide which should be retained for future reference. It is recommended that this device be commissioned upon installation. Do not apply lighter gas or other aerosols to detectors – this will cause extreme damage to the gas sensing elements.
Installation & Operation Manual Merlin 1000S Installation Details Please pass this manual to the system owner or system user. Date of Installation: Installation Location: Organisation: Stamp/ Signature of the installer: CONTACT US: AGS Head Office Tel: (727) 608-4375 Fax: (727) 538-4237 info@americangassafety.com...
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