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Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000
Manufactured by:
21 Commerce Drive
Danbury, CT 06810 USA
WWW.ACCUTROLLLC.COM
Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification
Airflow Control Valve
Patented: U.S. 6,991,177 & 7,543,759
Accutrol Representative:
AVC5000 MANUAL REV J - 6/26/18

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  • Page 1 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Airflow Control Valve Patented: U.S. 6,991,177 & 7,543,759 Manufactured by: Accutrol Representative: 21 Commerce Drive Danbury, CT 06810 USA WWW.ACCUTROLLLC.COM AVC5000 MANUAL REV J - 6/26/18 Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...

  • Page 2: Limited Warranty

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 LIMITED WARRANTY Accutrol LLC, having its principal place of business at 21 Commerce Drive, Danbury, CT USA ® ("Manufacturer") warrants its AccuValve , Model AVC5000/H-AVC5000 product (the "Products") as follows: 1. Limited Warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 TABLE OF CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY ........................ ii TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................... iii SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION ....................4 SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS ....................6 SECTION 3 – PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS ............11 SECTION 4 - INSTALLATION ....................

  • Page 4: Section 1 - Introduction

    The AVC product family integrates a high performance controller with the revolutionary award ® winning AccuValve product. The Engineers at Accutrol have used technology and innovation ® to make the AVC AccuValve not only the most advanced airflow control valve in the industry, but also the most reliable and intuitive airflow control valve available.
  • Page 5 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 1.2 Model Code AVC5 VALVE SHAPE 1 = Round 2 = Rectangular VALVE HOUSING MATERIAL 1 = Galv. Steel, 20 Ga. (discontinued) 2 = 304SS, 20 Ga. 3 = 316SS, 20 Ga. 4 = Aluminum, 16 Ga.

  • Page 6: Section 2 - Specifications

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Accuracy +/- 5% of reading or 5 CFM, whichever is greater Speed of Response <1 second Shut-off Leakage Rate Standard Round Valves (Model AVC51xx-xx) <1.5% FS max @ 3”wc valve DP Round Valves with Blade Seals (Model AVC51xx-xx-S) <0.5% FS max...
  • Page 7 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 TABLE 1, MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION Model Code Material Designator (2) 304SS (3) 316SS (4) Aluminum (5) PFA Coated 304SS (6) High Temp 304SS Item Description 8”,10”,12” & 14” Sizes Only Housing 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Al.
  • Page 8 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 2.1 Operating Range The operating range of each AccuValve is provided below along with a characteristic curve showing the relationship between the minimum operating pressure and maximum airflow volume as tested in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE STD 130.
  • Page 9 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 0.45 0.40 0.35 0.30 12” AccuValve Operating Range: 0-1790 CFM 0.25 Min. Measurement: 180 CFM 0.20 0.15 0.10 0.05 0.00 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 Max Airflow (CFM) 0.45 0.40 0.35 0.30 14” AccuValve 0.25...
  • Page 10 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 0.45 0.40 0.35 0.30 12x24” AccuValve 0.25 Operating Range: 0-4000 CFM Min. Measurement: 350 CFM 0.20 0.15 0.10 0.05 0.00 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 Max Airflow (CFM) 0.45 0.40 0.35 0.30...

  • Page 11: Section 3 - Physical Dimensions & Weights

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 SECTION 3 – PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS 3.1 Round Valve Sizes 12” (305mm) “H” “D” “L” Dimensions Weight Valve Model “D” “L” “H” Stainless Steel Aluminum Lbs. Lbs. AVC5100-06 5.88 AVC5100-08 7.88 AVC5100-10 9.88...

  • Page 12: Section 4 - Installation

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 SECTION 4 - INSTALLATION Read all instructions and review the installation diagrams provided on the following pages prior to beginning installation. CAUTION: Wear eye protection, cut-resistant gloves, and clothing suitable for working with sheet metal. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.
  • Page 13 5. For clean air applications, apply UL181 compliant foil tape over the valve/duct seams. For corrosive exhaust applications, apply PTFE tape (available from Accutrol) over the valve/duct seams. 6. Secure both ends of valve to the duct using draw band clamps.
  • Page 14 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 4.2 Rectangular Valve Installation Diagrams Valve Sizes -18 and -24 1. Verify the opening in the duct is properly sized for the valve and installation method being used. Also verify both ends of the duct where the valve is to be attached are true and square before attempting to install valve.

  • Page 15: Section 5 - Wiring

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 SECTION 5 – WIRING 5.1 AVC5000 Control Module Description Captive Thumb Screw for Removing/Securing Cover Cover Cable from AFC5000 Slot Provided with AFC5000 for Fume Hood Control Applications Cable Tie Clip Provided for Strain Relief for the...
  • Page 16 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 5.4 Address DIP Switch Settings The AVC5000 AccuValve is a BACnet Master Node State machine which operates on a MS/TP bus. Prior to operating on the bus, a valid and unique device address between 0 and 127, referred to as the MAC address, must be set using the ADDRESS DIP Switch located on the AVC5000 Control Module shown below.

  • Page 17: Section 6 - Insight User Interface Software & Configuration

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 SECTION 6 – INSIGHT USER INTERFACE SOFTWARE & CONFIGURATION Using a PC you can communicate directly with the AVC AccuValve to configure the controller parameters or locally monitor the AVC performance. All that’s required is a Windows PC or Tablet with a USB Port, a USB Cable and the AVC Insight Software.
  • Page 18 Driver Installer and select Finish. 7. After driver installation has been completed, select OK. You are now ready to connect your PC to the AVC5000 USB port using the AVC Insight program. Proceed to the next section for instructions. Page 18...
  • Page 19 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.4 AVC Insight Software Product Registration Once the AVC Insight Software has been installed on your PC, you will need to register the product and obtain a valid software key from the factory by performing the following steps.
  • Page 20 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.5 Connecting the PC to the AVC Control Module Using a USB cable with a Mini B connector, connect the PC to the control module as shown below. For “Setpoint Mode” non-fume hood applications connect USB cable to the AVC Control...
  • Page 21 The AVC Insight Dashboard is the primary screen for accessing the controller parameters and viewing the real-time performance of the AVC5000 airflow control valve. The Dashboard provides an intuitive graphical user interface that is easy to understand and provides access to the majority of field-configurable parameters with one click.
  • Page 22 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.2 Airflow Volume Gauge The Airflow Volume Gauge provides the most critical real-time operating parameters of the AVC. The Airflow Volume Gauge is an “information only” object; therefore, no field programming can be accessed through the Airflow Volume Gauge.
  • Page 23 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4 Operating Modes The AVC5000 has two different Modes of Operation; Setpoint Mode and Fume Hood Mode. The Mode of Operation is factory-configured, therefore it’s unlikely that it will need to be changed in the field;...
  • Page 24 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.1.3 Setpoint Source = Dry Contact Inputs (DI-1, DI-2) Selecting Dry Contact will configure the controller to receive the airflow setpoint based on the dry contact input states. 1. Select “DRY CONTACT”. 2. Enter the Setpoint Values Corresponding with the appropriate Digital Input States.
  • Page 25 6.6.4.2.1 Configure Fume Hood Type Because the AVC5000 is capable of operating on many different types of fume hoods, bio safety cabinets, flow benches or any device that requires precise control of the exhaust airflow, it is necessary to define the fume hood type as the first step in the process.
  • Page 26 6.6.4.2.1.3 Horizontal Sash Only (AI-3) Configuration Refer to the Horizontal Sash Sensor Installation Guide for proper installation of the Accutrol Horizontal Sash Sensor. Follow the steps below to configure the controller for a Horizontal Sash style fume hood.
  • Page 27 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.2.1.4 Combination Sash (AI-2 and AI-3) Configuration Follow the steps below to configure the controller for a Combination Sash style fume hood. 1. Select 2. Open Vert Sash to 100%, Measure Max Vert Open Height &...
  • Page 28 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.2.1.5 Hibernate Mode (Available for Sash Input Configuration = Vertical, Horizontal or Combination) The purpose of Hibernate Mode is to provide a means to conserve energy when a fume hood is not in use. Hibernate Mode can only be activated from the local AFC5000 Display if it has been previously enabled and configured using Insight.
  • Page 29 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.2.1.6 No Sash Sensor (CAV) Configuration (DI-1 and DI-2) Follow the steps below to configure the controller to operate on a fume hood using no vertical or horizontal sash position sensors. This includes applications that may or may not utilize sash switches or manual switches connected to the controller’s dry contact inputs DI-1 and/or DI-2.
  • Page 30 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.2.2.2 Horizontal Sash Calibration 1. Initiate “Horizontal Sash Calibration” by Selecting 2. Follow the Step-by-Step Instructions that Appear Here 3. Verify Calibration was Successful by moving the Horizontal Panels while observing the displayed “Horizontal Sash % Open”.
  • Page 31 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.2.3 Configure Control Set points To maximize energy conservation, there are 4-levels of user-definable control set points for Face Velocity and Airflow Volume. These control set points are state-based values activated by either the two dry contact inputs (DI-1 and DI-2) or BACnet Communications Points (BV3 and BV4).
  • Page 32 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Example 2: Night Setback using Occupancy Sensor on Dry Contact Input DI-2 Dry Contact Input Logic: Occupancy Detected: DI-2 = OPEN No Occupancy Detected: DI-2=CLOSED Enable DI-2 Select either Dry Contact or BACnet Enter Message to be displayed on LCD during the DI-2 closed state (8 char.
  • Page 33 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Example 3: Setback using Fume Hood Presence Sensor on DI-1 Dry Contact Input Logic: FH Presence Detected: DI-1=OPEN No FH Presence Detected: DI-1=CLOSED Enable DI-1 Select either Dry Contact or BACnet Enter Message to be displayed on LCD during the DI closed state (8 char.
  • Page 34 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Example 4: Setback using Presence Sensor on DI-1 and Occupancy Sensor on DI-2 Dry Contact Input Logic: FH Presence Detected: DI-1=OPEN No FH Presence Detected: DI-1=CLOSED Occupancy Detected: DI-2=OPEN No Occupancy Detected: DI-2=CLOSED...
  • Page 35 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.2.4 Configure Purge Mode The Purge Function can be configured to operate differently based on the application requirements. Select 6.6.4.2.4.1 Purge Configured for “Valve Position” For applications that require the “Purge” function to drive the valve to a specific position,...
  • Page 36 Because there can be up to 4-levels of user-defined control set points based on the DI states, each available alarm must be configured to coincide with a corresponding control setpoint based on the DI states. The AVC5000 has the following alarms and parameters available. 6.6.4.2.5.1 Face Velocity Alarms (programmable Alarm delays are available) Low Face Velocity Alarm: Indicates when the measured face velocity is less than the low velocity alarm threshold.
  • Page 37 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Note: How Volume Limits Interact with Fume Hood Face Velocity When volume limits are not used, as the sash is opened and closed, the controller will increase and decrease the airflow volume as required to maintain the face velocity set point.
  • Page 38 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.2.5.9 Examples of How to Configure Alarms There are many different alarms and alarm parameters available, however the same basic configuration steps are similar therefore only two examples have been provided below. Select...
  • Page 39 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Example 2 Control Configuration = Setback with Pres Sen on DI-1 and Occ Sen on DI-2 Alarm Configuration = Enable all Alarms Page 39 Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...
  • Page 40 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.4.2.6 Face Velocity Verification The AVC5000 Controller continuously calculates the face velocity using the real-time fume hood exhaust airflow and the total open area. The AFC5000 Display/Alarm Module provides personnel working near the fume hood with an indication of the average face velocity in addition to providing audio and visual alarms and the ability to activate the purge function in case of emergency.
  • Page 41 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 2. Perform the face velocity adjustment procedure by following the step-by-step instructions provided in the Face Velocity Calibration Window (shown below). For this example, the field measurement for the Face Velocity is 105 FPM...
  • Page 42 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.5 Analog Output Gauges There are two Analog Output Gauges, AO-1 and AO-2, provided for indicating the status and configuration of each Analog Output. Both of the Analog Output Gauges operate in a similar manor and each can be configured independently.
  • Page 43 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Selecting “FACE VELOCITY” sets the Analog Output to correspond with the Face Velocity. Note: This option is only available for Fume Hood Mode with sashes. The Output Full Scale provides the FS range for the Gauge and Analog Output Signal.
  • Page 44 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.6 Control Output Gauge The Control Output Gauge displays the Control Output % and also provides a means for overriding the control-loop output enabling direct command of the actuator. Control Output Indicators 6.6.6.1 Control Output Override Sometimes it is necessary to temporarily override the control loop and set the control output to a constant value.
  • Page 45 The Alarm Mute Reminder is for applications that use one of the local Display Modules which are compatible with the AVC5000 product. When an alarm condition is present and the Display Module audible horn sounds, pressing the Mute button on the display will silence the audible horn until the Mute button is pressed again or the alarm condition is cleared.
  • Page 46 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 can be displayed by hovering the mouse over the SETPOINT box. The SETPOINT display box will change to yellow when the calculated setpoint value is greater than the maximum or less than the minimum allowable value.
  • Page 47 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.8.1 Changing Configurable Control Parameters Open the Control Parameters window by double-clicking in the Control Diagram inside one of the white boxes. To modify any of the configuration parameters, click in the relevant box and enter the desired value in the boxes that are to be modified.
  • Page 48 BACnet Communications provides a means for setting all of the AVC5000’s BACnet parameters. In the lower portion of the “BACnet Communications” tools dialog box, the Actuator Control BACnet Priority Level is displayed along with the current status of the selected Priority Level.
  • Page 49 NOTE: The Equal % Cal. Adj. is a single-step field calibration method which does not overwrite the factory calibration of the AVC5000. Using this function is not normally required (or advisable) and is only provided as a tool for the Airflow Balancer to correlate the AVC airflow measurement to a field airflow measurement.
  • Page 50 RETRIEVE GENERIC CONFIGURATION FILES FROM ACCUTROL CLOUD; downloads a compressed folder from the Accutrol Cloud which includes factory default configuration files for each type of AVC5000 AccuValve, both fume hood and setpoint operating mode files are included.
  • Page 51 Selecting “About” provides the software versions for the AVC Insight User Interface Software, the firmware version of the connected AVC5000 controller and AFC5000 display (if connected) and the connected controllers number of Flash Writes remaining. A check box is also provided to automatically check for Insight updates.

  • Page 52: Section 7 - Bacnet

    AVC controller is via Analog Signal. Caution: Though the AVC controller is fully capable of using BACnet as a means to receive the airflow set point, Accutrol does not recommended doing this for applications which require high speed and/or critical airflow control including tracking pair applications and VAV control.
  • Page 53 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Obj.I.D. Description Units DExxx Device Object Airflow Volume Volume Note 2 Analog Airflow Volume Setpoint Volume Valve Position Feedback Note 1 Face Velocity Velocity Note 1 Face Velocity Set point Velocity Note 1...
  • Page 54 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 The standard objects; DEV, AI, AV, AO, BI, BV, and MSI support required properties for those object types. Object_Name is writable with provision for 64-character maximum length names. BI Inactive_Text and Active_Text, and MSI State_Text are writable.
  • Page 55 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 7.3 Unsubscribed COV The AV2 object Present_Value shall specify an interval in whole seconds at which the AVC shall periodically issue Unsubscribed COV Notifications as local segment broadcasts. An AV2 value of zero shall disable this behavior. When non-zero, the Unsubscribed COV shall also be issued if the Present_Value of any object AI1, AI2, AI3, AV1, or AO1 changes by more than the COV_INCREMENT for the corresponding object.
  • Page 56 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 7.5 BACnet Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement (PICS) Date: June 2015 Vendor ID: 377 Vendor Name: Accutrol LLC Product Name: AVC Product Model Number: AVC Product Family Firmware Revision: 5.2 Application Software Revision: 0.01...
  • Page 57 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Standard Object Types Supported: Object Create Delete Optional Properties Writeable Properties Object Object Supported Service Service DE Device Active_COV_Subscriptions Object_Identifier Object Description Object_Name Max_Master Description Max_Info_Frames Max_Master Max_Info_Frames ADPU_Timeout Number_Of_ADPU_Retries AI Analog COV_Increment...
  • Page 58 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Networking Options:  Router, Clause 6 - List all routing configurations, e.g., ARCNET-Ethernet, Ethernet-MS/TP, etc.  Annex H, BACnet Tunneling Router over IP  BACnet/IP Broadcast Management Device (BBMD) Does the BBMD support registrations by Foreign Devices?  Yes  No ...

  • Page 59: Section 8 - Maintenance

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 SECTION 8 – MAINTENANCE Scheduled maintenance for the AVC is not required; however each AccuValve does include an access cover which can be removed to inspect the airflow sensors if desired. 8.1 Round Valve Access Cover CAUTION: Wear eye protection, cut-resistant gloves and clothing suitable for working with sheet metal.
  • Page 60 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 8.2 Rectangular Valve Access Cover CAUTION: Wear eye protection, cut-resistant gloves and clothing suitable for working with sheet metal. Failure to do so may result in personal injury. Access Cover 8.2.1 The access cover is secured to the valve using (12) Tek-Screws. Remove the (12) Tek- Screws using a 5/16”...

  • Page 61: Appendix A: Document Revision History

    Revised BACnet Point List to include additional BACnet control over DI-1 (BV3) and DI-2 (BV4) Appendix B Removed the AVC5000 Configuration Form and replaced with description for using the AVC Config Form within the AccuValve Estimate-Order Spreadsheet to provide the configuration info.
  • Page 62 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 6.6.10.1.1 BACnet Communications Paragraph; Revised Figure; Changed “Default BACnet Airflow Setpoint” to “Factory Default Airflow Setpoint” 6.6.10.1.2 System Utilities; Descriptions added to clarify LOAD Configuration File function Appendix E AFC5000 Operation; Section was rewritten to provide more details of the AFC5000 operation...

  • Page 63: Appendix B: Avc5000 Configuration Form

    Each order must be submitted to Accutrol using the AccuValve Estimate-Order Spreadsheet with the AVC Config Form completed. If the AVC Config Form is not provided with the order, the factory will configure the AVC5000 controller to generic default values, which will require the controller to be configured in the field.

  • Page 64: Appendix C: Factory Default Values For Setpoint Mode

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 APPENDIX C: FACTORY DEFAULT VALUES FOR SETPOINT MODE Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...

  • Page 65: Appendix D: Factory Default Values For Fumehood Mode

    Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 APPENDIX D: FACTORY DEFAULT VALUES FOR FUMEHOOD MODE Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...

  • Page 66: Appendix E: Afc5000 Operation

    The AFC5000 is provided with a prefabricated plenum-rated cable available in lengths of; 25’, 50’, 75’ or 100’, for connecting directly to the AVC5000 control module. The AFC5000 does not require configuration. All configuration is provided using the AVC Insight Configuration Software.
  • Page 67 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC5000 Display Button Functions Mute Purge Resulting Function Momentary When alarm condition exists; pressing will silence the audible alarm horn, Press & pressing again will return audible alarm horn. Release Momentary Activates Purge Mode, pressing again deactivates Purge Mode. Valid for Fume Press &...

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