Accutrol AccuValve AVC4000 Installation & Operation Manual

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Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000

Manufactured by:

21 Commerce Drive

Danbury, CT 06810 USA

WWW.ACCUTROLLLC.COM

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Airflow Control Valve

Patented: U.S. 6,991,177 & 7,543,759

Accutrol Representative:

AVC4000 MANUAL REV B, 2022-03-04, ECN 2772

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Page 1 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 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 AVC4000 MANUAL REV B, 2022-03-04, ECN 2772 Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...
Page 2: Limited Warranty
Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 LIMITED WARRANTY Accutrol LLC, having its principal place of business at 21 Commerce Drive, Danbury, CT USA ® ("Manufacturer") warrants its AccuValve , Model AVC4000 product (the "Products") as follows: 1. Limited Warranty.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 TABLE OF CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY ........................ ii TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................... iii SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION ....................4 SECTION 2 – SPECIFICATIONS ....................5 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 AVC4000 1.2 Model Code A V C 4 VALVE MATERIAL 2 = 304ss, 20 Ga. 3 = 316ss, 20 Ga. 4 = Aluminum, 16 Ga. VALVE SIZE 06 = 6" Diameter 08 = 8" Diameter 10 = 10"...
Page 6: Section 2 - Specifications
Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 SECTION 2 – SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Accuracy +/- 5% of reading or 5 CFM, whichever is greater Speed of Response < 1 second control signal response (full stroke cycle time is 10 seconds) Shut-off Leakage Rate Standard: <...
Page 7 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUED FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Page 8 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 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. 0.45 0.40 0.35...
Page 9 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 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 Operating Range: 0-2750 CFM Min.
Page 10 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 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) Page 10 Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...
Page 11: Section 3 - Physical Dimensions & Weights
Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 SECTION 3 – PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS 3.1 Round Valve Sizes “L” “D” Dimensions Weight Valve Model “D” “L” “H” Stainless Steel Aluminum Flange Add Size Lbs. Lbs. Lbs. 5.88 7.88 9.88 11.88 11.8 13.88 13.6...
Page 12: Section 4 - Installation
AccuValve is not position sensitive, it can be installed in any plane or rotational axis without having impact on the performance. NOTE: Screws, nuts, fasteners, duct sealant, hangers, companion flanges and gaskets are NOT provided by Accutrol. Page 12 Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...
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 AVC4000 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. If the duct ends are not square and true, do not attempt to install valve as it will not operate properly.
Page 15: Section 5 - Wiring
Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 SECTION 5 – WIRING 5.1 AVC4000 Control Module CONTROL MODULE 24 Gauge Galvanized Wiring Steel Cover Instructions WARNING: Do not use controller enclosure as 1. Remove cover. junction box for other equipment 2. Route cables through the strain- relief fitting into the enclosure.
Page 16: Section 6 - Accuvalve Insight Configuration Software
“Register Product Key”. f. You will now be able to use the AccuValve Insight Software on this computer. If you have any problems, contact Accutrol LLC at 203-445-9991. Page 16 Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...
Page 17 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.4 Connecting the computer to the AVC Control Module 6.4.1 Connecting to a standard AVC4000 using USB cable Windows 10 Device with AccuValve Insight Software Note: Be sure controller is powered before attempting connection with the USB cable to your computer.
Page 18 Start Menu and select Programs > AccuValve Insight. To communicate to the AVC4000 via USB connection, select “Locate Accutrol Devices” then select the com port associated with the AVC4000 that your computer is connected to. To communicate to the AVC4000-W (with optional Wireless Bluetooth Module) select “Locate BT...
Page 19 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.3 Airflow Volume Gauge The Airflow Volume Gauge provides the most critical real-time operating parameters of the AVC4000. The Airflow Volume Gauge is an “information only” object; therefore, no field programming can be accessed through the Airflow Volume Gauge. Airflow Volume Gauge Airflow Setpoint...
Page 20 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.5 Operating Modes Within Setpoint Mode, there are three different options for configuring the airflow setpoint source; Analog Input (AI-1), Dry Contact Inputs (DI-1, DI-2) or BACnet MS/TP Communications. The following examples show how to configure each setpoint source and their associated parameters.
Page 21 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.4.2 Setpoint Source = Dry Contact Inputs (DI-1, DI-2) The following example shows how the controller would be configured to receive it’s setpoint from the Dry Contact Inputs (DI-1 and DI-2). 6.5.4.3 Setpoint Source = BACnet MS/TP Communications The following example shows how the controller would be configured to receive it’s setpoint from the BACnet MS/TP network.
Page 22 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.5 Analog Output Gauge The Analog Output Gauge is provided for indicating the status and configuration of the Analog Output. The Analog Output Configuration Menu is provided by selecting the “CONFIG” button. Analog Output Corresponding to Gauge Output Value Indicator Analog Output Full Scale...
Page 23 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 Output Source Selected: MANUAL sets the AO to correspond with the value entered in the box after the “=” sign Output Full Scale: Sets the full-scale range of the AO Signal & corresponding AO Gauge. Output Signal Type: Select from dropdown list.
Page 24 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.7 Control Parameters Diagram The Control Diagram provides real-time information of the parameters associated with the closed-loop control function. Configurable parameters are displayed in the white boxes and non-configurable parameters are displayed in gray. Each parameter is briefly described below. •...
Page 25 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.7.1 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, enter the desired value in the appropriate box and select “Update Controller”...
Page 26 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.9 Dashboard Menus The area located along the top of Dashboard provides access to Menu Items in addition to displaying information about the device such as; MAC Address, Serial Number, Tag Number and USB/Bluetooth com status.
Page 27 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.9.1.3 Print Parameters Report prints a timestamped PDF document of the primary configuration parameters which reside in the AVC controller’s nonvolatile (FLASH) memory. 6.5.9.1.4 Exit Closes the Dashboard and disconnects the communications. 6.5.9.2 Controller ID 6.5.9.3 Tools 6.5.9.3.1 Close Active Window After Update If this item is checked, the active window will automatically close after the...
Page 28 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.9.3.4 BACnet Communications provides a means for setting the AVC4000 BACnet parameters. In the lower portion of the dialog box, the Actuator Control BACnet Priority Level is displayed along with the current status of the selected Priority Level.
Page 29 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.9.3.6 Actuator Feedback Calibration provides a means to calibrate the actuator feedback signal to precisely coincide with the “valve % open” parameter. The steps required to calibrate the actuator feedback are provided below. Step 1: Press the Adaption Button on the Actuator, Select OK after Complete.
Page 30 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 6.5.9.4 Help About AccuValve Insight dialog box is shown below. Page 30 Contents of this Manual are Subject to Change Without Notification...
Page 31: Section 7 - Bacnet
Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 SECTION 7 – BACnet BACnet® is a standard data communication protocol designed specifically for building automation and control networks. The AVC controller uses the BACnet MS/TP (Master- Slave/Token Passing) protocol which is a type of MAC layer implemented using the EIA-485 signaling standard.
Page 32 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 AVC4000 BACnet Points List Object I.D. Description Units Reference DExxx Device Object Airflow Volume Volume Airflow Volume Setpoint (Hardware Physical Input AI-1) Volume Note 4 Valve Position Feedback Flash Writes Remaining Airflow Volume Setpoint to Control Loop Volume BACnet Airflow Volume Setpoint Volume...
Page 33 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 7.1.1 Save Active Configuration to Nonvolatile Flash Memory The AVC has both volatile (RAM) and nonvolatile (Flash) memory types. RAM memory has an infinite number of write cycles however Flash memory has a finite number of write cycles which if exceeded will damage the device.
Page 34 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 7.5 BACnet Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement (PICS) Date: November 2018 Vendor ID: 377 Vendor Name: Accutrol LLC Product Name: AVC Product Model Number: AVC Product Family Firmware Revision: 9.0 Application Software Revision: 0.01...
Page 35 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 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 Object_Name Input COV_Increment...
Page 36 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 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 37: Section 8 - Maintenance
Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 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 38 Installation & Operation Manual - Model AVC4000 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 (4) #2 blunt-head Phillips head screws. To inspect the sensors, remove the access cover by removing the screws using a #2 Phillips head screw driver.
Page 39: Appendix A: Bluetooth
To Connect to the AccuValve® with Bluetooth Launch the AccuValve® Insight application and select “Locate BT Devices”. Only Bluetooth enabled Accutrol devices within range will be discovered and listed by their TAG names. Double-click on the appropriate device to connect.

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