Airflow Station ............................... 27 START-UP AND COMMISSIONING ....................... 28 Powering Up and Configuration ..........................28 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS ..........................29 VCCX-454 Controller Inputs/Outputs Maps ......................29 EM1 Inputs/Outputs Maps ............................ 30 A2L Mitigation Controller Inputs/Outputs Maps ..................... 31 BD-3PI Inputs/Outputs Maps ..........................32 VCCX-454 Controller Inputs/Outputs Descriptions ....................
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BACnet Connection to MS/TP or IP Network ......................81 Analog Inputs ................................ 82 Analog Values ............................... 91 Binary Inputs ................................. 97 Enumerated Fields .............................. 101 Bitfields ................................102 BACnet Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement - VCCX-454 ............104 VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Typical Networked Single Loop System Layout Figure 29: ....................72 Typical Networked Multiple Loop System Layout Figure 30: ....................73 LCD Display and Navigation Keys Figure 31: ........................74 VCCX-454 BACnet Connection to MS/TP or IP Network Figure 32: ................81 VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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TABLE OF TABLES TABLES Voltage and Environment Requirements Table 1: ........................8 VCCX-454 Controller Analog and Binary Inputs and Outputs Table 2: ................29 EM1 Expansion Module Analog and Binary Inputs and Outputs Table 6: ..............30 Analog Inputs Wiring Table 10: ...............................31...
It also has an on-board BACnet ports for connection • Emergency shutdown input (smoke detector/firestat or to an MS/TP or IP network. The VCCX-454 contains a 2 x 8 LCD other shutdown conditions) character display and four buttons that allow for status and alarm •...
See Table 1, this page • Be sure all wiring connections are properly inserted and for a list of the required operating conditions for the VCCX-454 tightened into the terminal blocks. Do not allow wire Controller and associated expansion modules.
The A2L Leak Detect alarm will stay active on the NOTE: VCCX-454 even if the condition is cleared. It can only If the unit is commanded unoccupied at any time while be manually cleared by power cycling the VCCX-454 or by using the keypad and display on the VCCX-454.
Application assumes unit has return air to allow for unoccupied operations with outdoor air damper closed. Dehumidification mode utilizes the outdoor air dewpoint and resets the coil temperature based off the supply air dewpoint. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
EXHAUST/RETURN = AO4 MUST BE FAN VFD OBSERVED OR THE CONTROLLER WILL BE USB FLASH DAMAGED ONLY USB port 10/100 LABEL P/N DUAL ETHERNET G127590 E-BUS Auxiliary Power Out Ethernet port Figure 1: VCCX-454 Controller Components VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
FAN VFD OBSERVED OR THE CONTROLLER WILL BE USB FLASH DAMAGED ONLY DUAL 10/100 LABEL P/N ETHERNET E-BUS G127590 4.10 Note: All Dimensions are in inches. 0.70 Note: Depth is 1.50 inches. Figure 2: VCCX-454 Controller Dimensions VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
DIMENSIONS BD-3PI Third Party Interface Module ASM07771 2019WXX Input: 24VAC Class 2 Max. Amb. Temp: 60 C Note: All Dimensions are in inches. Figure 4: BD-3PI Third Party Interface Dimensions VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
OR THE CONTROLLER CONNECT G040660 CONNECT WILL BE DAMAGED 1002 OPTIONS 1002 0.20 ADDRESS .01uF 0.62 2.05 4.10 Note: All Dimensions are in inches. Note: Depth is 1.50 inches. Figure 5: VCC-X EM1 Expansion Module Dimensions VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
Connect FRP Tubing to High Pressure Port (bottom tube) and route to Static Pressure Pickup Probe located in unit discharge. Plug into VCCX2 Leave port marked “LO” open to atmosphere. Controller’s Duct Static Port Figure 7: VCCX-454 Controller Input Wiring VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
OBSERVED OR THE CONTROLLER WILL BE USB FLASH DAMAGED ONLY 10/100 LABEL P/N DUAL G127590 E-BUS ETHERNET Size transformer for correct total load. VCCX-IP Controller = 15VA Waterside Economizer Valve Figure 8: VCCX-454 Controller Output Wiring VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
The BD-3PI Third Party Interface Module maintains supervisory and • The BD-EPI uses the Omimate ® Connector. See Figure thermostat operation in conjunction with the VCCX-454 Controller. for connect/disconnect instructions. 12, page 22 It is configured through Prism 2 and has the following modes: • Supervisory Mode •...
WIRING EM1 Expansion Module The EM1 Expansion Module connects to the VCCX-454 Controller It is very important to be certain that all wiring with an E-BUS cable and adds an additional five analog inputs, five WARNING: is correct as shown in the wiring diagram analog outputs, three binary inputs, and five configurable relay below.
DIRECT FIRE ALARM SIGNAL 24 VAC POWER ONLY WARNING! POLARITY MUST BE OBSERVED E-BUS LABEL P/N: E-BUS OR THE CONTROLLER CONNECT G040660 CONNECT WILL BE DAMAGED (for Return Plenum Pressure Control Applications) Figure 16: EM1 Expansion Module Output Wiring VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
MicroTransEQ series of MODBUS RTU transmitters are compatible with the VCCX-454 Controller. No other series of transmitters will work for this application. Contact AAON Controls for information on other airflow station options.
Configuring the Controller The next step is configuring the controller for specific requirements. In order to configure the VCCX-454 Controller, use an operator interface. This controller is configured only through Prism II Use Prism II to configure units with RM-454-D, NOTE: RM-454-V and RM-454-Z modules.
Table 5: VCCX-454 Controller Relay Outputs A2L Cabinet Leak Detect The following E-BUS sensors and modules are available to connect Not Used to the VCCX-454 Controller via E-BUS ports or E-BUS Expansion Emergency Shutdown Modules: Table 3: VCCX-454 Controller Binary Inputs •...
Alarm - Normal condition held closed Signal Out VAV - Normal condition held open COMM Common Table 10: Analog Inputs Wiring VAV - Normal condition held closed Table 12: Relay Inputs Wiring Figure 19: Analog Input Pin Diagram VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
AI5 - Building Static Pressure Sensor Input BI3 - Hood On/Off Input This sensor is only required if configuring the VCCX-454 Controller When this wet contact input closes (hood on), the VCCX-454 for building pressure control. Building pressure control can be Controller switches from indoor air control to outdoor air control.
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If only dry contacts are provided, the contact closure is not be recognized. All binary inputs are optional. This means the VCCX-454 For reverse acting building pressure control using the NOTE: Controller must be configured to recognize these input outdoor air damper or supply fan VFD, the VCCX- signals.
BD-3PI Inputs/Outputs Descriptions OCC/G SAT RESET When this wet contact input closes, it forces the VCCX-454 This input only functions in DDC mode. If a remote supply air Controller into the Occupied Mode. When the OCC/G signal is temperature reset signal is configured as the reset source, this input...
12 Relay E-BUS Expansion Module control. This static pressure reading is used to control the output These relays are configurable by the user. signal (AO4 on the VCCX-454 Controller) supplied to the exhaust fan VFD. Binary Inputs BI1 - Return/Exhaust Proof of Flow...
If configured, this relay will energize anytime the space sensor push-button override is active. Alarm Active If configured, this relay will energize anytime a VCCX-454 alarm is active. A1 Comp Run Status Will enable when the RSM A1 compressor activates.
The VCCX-454 Controller can utilize several methods for determining the Occupied Mode of Operation. These are as follows: The VCCX-454 Controller can be configured to have various HVAC • Forced schedule source options that will determine the mode of operation (Heating, •...
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When the remote forced occupied signal is removed, the controller will revert to the Unoccupied Mode of operation, or if an internal VCCX-454 schedule is also being used, it will revert to the current scheduled mode. Setting the internal week schedule to “0” will cause the controller to only look for the remote forced occupied signal for occupied/ unoccupied commands.
Cooling with the Refrigerant System Modules the active Supply Air Cooling Setpoint. The modulating cooling On units with digital or VFD compressors, the VCCX-454 Controller proportional window is used to determine the signal to the chilled will utilize one or more refrigeration modules. Units with only water valve and is user adjustable.
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Direct Fire Heating The VCCX-454 supports the use of a direct fire heater. The VCCX- In the Heating Mode, as the supply air temperature falls below the 454 sends and receives signals from a direct fire heater controller active Supply Air Heating Setpoint, the heating will begin to stage made by another manufacturer.
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Damage to the unit could occur since the outdoor air damper remains default of 0%, the controller will not initiate this protection sequence. closed in the Unoccupied Mode. This operation works during emergency shutdown. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Dehumidification Operation on Chilled Water Units If the unit is equipped with a MHGRV-X, during Dehumidification it For chilled water units, the VCCX-454 Controller will open the will modulate the reheat valve to maintain the supply air temperature chilled water valve to a fixed 100% position to provide full moisture at the active Supply Air Temperature Setpoint.
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Heat Pump Standard Defrost Operation If using the VCCX-454 Controller with an installed defrost coil When the SAT rises above the SAT setpoint the MHGRV will temperature switch, a defrost cycle is available.
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SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS Modes of Operation Heat Pump Adaptive Defrost Operation When the VCCX-454 Controller is configured for Morning Warm- The adaptive defrost operation adjusts the time interval (adaptive Up and switches to the Occupied Mode of Operation (not Override defrost timer) in between Defrost Mode cycles.
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If utilizing the Title 24 economizer option, an economizer feedback signal (0-10 VDC) can be wired into the EM1 Expansion Module for status monitoring. Several Title 24 alarm conditions can also be displayed. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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The digital sensors each need to be configured with unique addresses (#1 -10) and have an LCD display for this operation. In A remote contact control option can be configured on the VCCX-454 this arrangement, only the sensor at address #1 can utilize the slide Controller to initiate the HVAC Modes of operation.
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Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor connected directly to the established by the configured Low and High Supply Air Temperature VCCX-454 Controller) will be used as the temperature that locks out Setpoints. compressors during heat pump heating mode. See the PREHEAT-X Module Technical Guide for more details.
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In order to maintain a constant cubic feet per minute through the unless close observation reveals that the supply fan or bypass damper supply air ducts on a mixed air constant air unit, the VCCX-454 can is hunting and not maintaining a stable pressure reading.
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Outdoor Air Damper damper will open to 30% and wait 30 seconds to turn on the return If this option is configured, the VCCX-454 will use the user- fans. This is done to prevent any damage to either the return or adjustable economizer/outdoor air damper output signal (AO2 exhaust damper assemblies.
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This is accomplished by simply configuring Night Setback sends the VCCX-454 a 0-10 VDC signal on analog input 6 based on Temperature Setpoints (anything other than the default 30ºF) on a its exhaust demand.
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Space Heating High and a Space Heating Low If there is no demand, the VCCX-454 switches to Vent Mode. If the Reset Source Setpoint. outdoor air temperature is greater than the Hood On HVAC Cooling...
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Cooling Head Pressure Setpoint, the second stage of head pressure control will be disabled. In this operation, if night setback operation will be initiated by a Space Sensor connected to the VCCX-454 Controller, then the Sump Heater Operation night setback Cooling and Heating offsets will be applied to the...
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The sump and condenser valves are open. drain enable relay can be disabled in one of two ways: 1. Cycle power to the VCCX-454 when the sump temp is For waterside economizer bypass wiring, please see NOTE: above the Sump Drain Enable Setpoint or the RM-454-D Technical Guide.
The A2L Leak Detect alarm will stay active • Exhaust Airflow Sensor Alarm on the VCCX-454 even if the condition is cleared. It can only be • Supply Airflow Sensor Alarm manually cleared by power cycling the VCCX-454 or by using the •...
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A 24 VAC wet contact input is available to be used when a normally closed smoke Detector, Firestat, or other shutdown condition occurs. If this contact opens, it will initiate shutdown of the VCCX-454 and will generate an alarm condition. If an Occupied relay is configured, it will remain energized.
Expansion Boards If the controller is configured to have any of the below expansion boards (Modules), but the VCCX-454 controller does not detect that board, then the applicable alarm will occur. If the board is properly detected after the unit has alarmed, the alarm will be cleared.
In the Prism 2 Alarm Menu, Click OK on Compressor Alarms and the following detail screen will appear: Refer to the individual RSM Technical Guides for more details. Figure 24: Prism 2 EVAP Module Alarms Screen Figure 23: Prism 2 Compressor Alarms Screen VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
AlrmGrp5 (Bit String)* Refrigeration Module Alarms Table 17: RM-454-Z Module Trend Log Binary Inputs Status Bin IN (Bit String)* Relays Status of VCCX-454 and EM1 Main Rly (Bit String)* Relays Status of 12 Relay Expansion Exp Rly (Bit String)* Module * Bit String and Enumeration Value information and interpretation is explained in the paragraphs and tables at the end of this section.
A2 Discharge Temperature 1DisChg2 (ºF) Relay Status 1Relay1 (Bit String)* * Bit String and Enumerated Value information and interpretation is explained in the paragraphs and tables at the end of this section. Table 18: RM-454-V/RM-454-D Module Trend Logs VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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The tables on the following pages provide the bits, values and to decode the VCCX-454 trend log items that are indicated as being descriptions for the various points on the VCCX-454 Controller bit string values.
Flash drives formatted as NTFS, exFAT, or any other file system will not work. Multiple hex files can be on the USB drive – the VCCX-454 will only update if the software number is the same (SS1186) and the hex file is a higher version than what is currently on the VCCX-454.
COMM - every 10 seconds. And finally, if one of the outputs is in Force Mode, from the VCCX-454 Controller, this LED blinks on and then off, the LED blinks three times every 10 seconds. indicating it received a valid request and responded.
GND terminal and the “+” (plus) lead on the right side of the Place the “-” (minus) lead on terminal labeled GND and the “+” resistor labeled R85. Be sure to replace the jumper after checking. lead on terminal AI5 on the VCCX-454 Controller. DUCT STATIC PRESSURE SENSOR BUILDING PRESSURE SENSOR...
Prism II connected on the communications loop. Networked System For a networked single loop system, a range of one to 59 VCCX-454 Controllers sharing information, connect the controllers together using AAON communications wire or 18-gauge, two-conductor, twisted pair with shield wire (Belden #82760 or equivalent).
APPENDIX A: SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Networked System Single Loop Layout LT1785 Figure 29: Typical Networked Single Loop System Layout VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
The <MENU> key cancels editing when in Edit Mode. The screen you were editing will return to its original value and the underscore will disappear. A second press of the <MENU> key will return you to the Main Menu. Table 29: Editing Key Functions VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
Used to override relay and analog outputs. Override Air Balance screens that can be used by air Balance balance to set min and max fan speeds. Factory This screen is for AAON factory use only. Testing Table 30: Main Screens VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
Address. This address cannot be modified. XX-XX-XX The Ethernet Mac Address XX-XX-XX DHCP With DHCP disabled, most entries can be manually configured. Enabling DHCP disables the manual Disabled configuration of IP settings. Table 33: Settings Screens - BAC Type IP VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
RA Temp Return air temperature. XX.X° OA Temp Outdoor air temperature. XX.X° OA RH Outdoor air humidity. 0.00% - 100%. X.X % CO2Level Carbon dioxide level. 0.00 ppm to 5000 ppm. X ppm Table 34: Status Screens VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
ECONO Title 24 Economizer alarms FAILURE RET FAN Return/Exhaust fan proving alarm FAILURE DIR FIRE Direct fire heat alarm ALARM Fan Array Controller alarm ALARM Table 35: Alarms Screens VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
Maximum fan voltage. 0.0 to 10.0 VDC. Press the 10.0 VDC <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to change the value. RELAY #1 VCCX-454 controller relays 1-8. Press the <UP> Default is 10.0. AUTO button to change the value. Default is AUTO.
1. All wiring to be in accordance with local and national electrical codes and specifications. 2. All communication wiring to be 18-gauge minimum, two-conductor, twisted pair with shield. Use Belden #82760 or equivalent. Figure 32: VCCX-454 BACnet Connection to MS/TP or IP Network VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
Return Bypass Position AI: 33 Current Signal to the Return Air Bypass Damper if using Return Air Bypass Modulating Cooling Position AI: 34 Current percentage of the Modulating Chilled Water Signal Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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AI: 67 Current Compressor A2 Discharge Temperature A1 Leaving Water Temp AI: 68 Current A1 Leaving Water Temperature for WSHP B1 Compressor Signal AI: 69 Current Compressor B1 Modulating Cooling Signal Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Current Compressor C1 Suction Line Temperature C2 Suction Line Temperature AI: 105 Current Compressor C2 Suction Line Temperature C1 Condenser Suction Temp AI: 106 Current Compressor C1 Suction Line Temperature (Heat (Heat Pump) Pump) Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Current position of Condenser D1 Expansion Valve Valve Position Condenser D2 Expansion AI: 140 Current position of Condenser D2 Expansion Valve Valve Position D1 Discharge Temperature AI: 141 Current Compressor D1 Discharge Temperature Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Current RM-454-Z 2 Warnings See RM-454-Z Warnings Bits on page 102. RM-454-Z 2 Comp VFD AI: 176 Current RM-454-Z 2 Comp VFD Alarms 1 See RM-454-Z Alarms 1 Bits on page 103 Alarms 1 Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Current RM-454-Z 4 Warnings See RM-454-Z Warnings Bits on page 102 RM-454-Z 4 Comp VFD AI: 209 Current RM-454-Z 4 Comp VFD Alarms 1 See RM-454-Z Alarms 1 Bits on page 103 Alarms 1 Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Current RM-454-Z 6 Suction pressure 2 RM-454-Z 6 Suction Line AI: 241 Current RM-454-Z 6 Suction Line Temperature 2 Temp 2 RM-454-Z 6 Saturation Temp AI: 242 Current RM-454-Z 6 Saturation Temperature 2 Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Difference between supply air temperature and mixed air temperature on units with Direct Fire Heat. Calculated Heat Rise AI: 282 The heat rise limit determined by how open the Outside Damper is. Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Space Dew Point AI: 285 Current value of the calculated Space Dew Point. Return Dew Point AI: 286 Current value of the calculated Return Dew Point. Objects labeled AI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
Warm-Up Mode activates if the Return Target Temperature) Air is below this temperature by one degree Objects labeled AV are read/write. The only sensor values that can be written to are AV points 72, 73, and 76 through 79. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Temperature at which the Low Ambient Relay activates in -30°F (-34.4°C) 70°F (21.1°C) Setpoint the Occupied or Unoccupied Mode Objects labeled AV are read/write. The only sensor values that can be written to are AV points 72, 73, and 76 through 79. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Min Damper Position is proportionally reset between the configured Min Damper Position and the Max Position in High CO2. Objects labeled AV are read/write. The only sensor values that can be written to are AV points 72, 73, and 76 through 79. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Dehumidification. During Coil Temp Reset, this is the lowest Space RH value that corresponds to the High Coil Temp Setpoint. If the VCCX-454 is configured for indoor dewpoint control, this point displays Dew Point instead of Humidity. Indoor Humidity Setpoint High...
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This must be an infrequent event, so the default is 15 minutes. Objects labeled AV are read/write. The only sensor values that can be written to are AV points 72, 73, and 76 through 79. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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BMS wants them disabled. Supply Air Dew Point Setpoint AV: 99 When the VCCX-454 is configured for DX-DOAS control it modulates the compressors to try to maintain the Supply Air Dew Point Setpoint during dehumidification mode. Objects labeled AV are read/write. The only sensor values that can be written to are AV points 72, 73, and 76 through 79.
BI: 36 Occurs when the Controlling Sensor Temperature rises above the Cooling Mode Enable Setpoint plus the Control Mode High Alarm Offset. Applies only to Space or Return Air Temperature controlled units. Objects labeled BI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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BI: 76 Status of MHGRV Controller A1 Compressor Enable BI: 77 Current Status of Enable Signal to Compressor A1 A2 Compressor Enable BI: 78 Current Status of Enable Signal to Compressor A2 Objects labeled BI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Emergency Shutdown Input on Module D Refrigerant Module 4 Relay 1 BI: 120 Current Status of Compressor 1 Enable Relay Refrigerant Module 4 Relay 2 BI: 121 Current Status of Compressor 2 Enable Relay Objects labeled BI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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Indicates the max calculated heat rise is limiting the Supply Air Setpoint to a lower value. Fan Array Failure BI: 150 Indicates a Fan Array Failure A2L Leak Detect BI: 151 Indicates an A2L Airstream or Cabinet Leak Objects labeled BI are read-only. VCCX-454 Controller Technical Guide...
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