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Page 1 COMMANDSENSE ™ Installation Guide bigassfans.com...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
All trademarks used herein are the properties of their respective owners. No part of this document may be reproduced or translated into a different language without the prior written consent of Big Ass Fans. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: When service or replacement of a control system component requires the removal or disconnection of a safety device, the safety device is to be reinstalled or remounted as previously installed. CAUTION: The Big Ass Fans product warranty will not cover equipment damage or failure that is caused by improper installation or use.
Page 4: Pre-Installation Checklist
PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Complete this checklist during the initial pre-installation site visit/inspection. General ☐ Contact name ☐ IT contact name ☐ Equipment layout with all equipment locations, including wiring diagrams and estimated distances of wire runs Exhaust fans ☐ Confirm all exhaust fan locations ☐...
Page 5: Control System Overview
CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW Internet Customer WAN/LAN PoE Router/Switch Ethernet (CAT 5e cable recommended) Wall-Mounted Tablet (PoE) LoRaWAN BACnet Gateway Edge Router (PoE) Device BAFCon Fan Controllers (BACnet MS/TP) LoRa I/O Module Outdoor Temperature/ Humidity Sensor Indoor Temperature/ Humidity and Occupancy Sensors Big Ass HVLS Fans Exhaust Fans...
Page 6: Installation Overview
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Stage 1 Network Device Installation See page 7 Stage 2 Wall-Mounted Tablet Installation See page 8 Stage 3 Fan Control Connections See page 11 Stage 4 Sensor Installation See page 13 Stage 5 Heater Connections See page 14 Stage 6 Exhaust Fan Connections See page 26...
Page 7: Parts And Hardware Provided
Pan Head Screws *If sensors or other LoRa devices will not connect to the system due to interference, additional gateways may be needed. Contact Big Ass Fans. **A power cable, power adapter, and two small screws for securing the tablet’s back panel cover are included with the tablet. The power cable and power adapter are not needed if the tablet is powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE).
Page 8 PARTS AND HARDWARE PROVIDED Fan zone components These components are included for each zone that contains Big Ass HVLS fans only. Indoor Temperature/ Indoor Occupancy 1,000 ft (305 m) Humidity Sensors Sensors RS-485 Cable Fan and heater zone components These components are included for each zone that contains both Big Ass HVLS fans and heaters. Indoor Temperature/ Indoor Occupancy LoRa I/O Module...
Page 9: Network Device Installation
The gateway should be as centrally located as possible within the facility to maximize clear communications with the wireless sensor array. Note: If sensors or other LoRa devices will not connect to the system due to interference, additional gateways may be needed. Contact Big Ass Fans. Connection requirements •...
Page 10: Wall-Mounted Tablet Installation
WALL-MOUNTED TABLET INSTALLATION The wall-mounted tablet serves as the local user interface for the system. Install the tablet in the location specified by the customer. 1. Mount back bracket to outlet box cover Seat grommet in center hole of back bracket (Fig. 1.1), and then secure back bracket to outlet box cover (Fig. 1.2a, Fig.
Page 11 WALL-MOUNTED TABLET INSTALLATION 2. Mount outlet box cover to outlet box Route Ethernet cable through grommet and secure outlet box cover and back bracket to outlet box (Fig. 2a, Fig. 2b). Fig. 2a: 2 x 4 in. (51 x 102 mm) Outlet Box 6-32 x 3/4"...
Page 12 WALL-MOUNTED TABLET INSTALLATION 3. Mount tablet Secure front bracket to back of tablet (Fig. 3.1), and then secure front bracket to back bracket (Fig. 3.2). Adjust tablet to desired angle before tightening screws. Fig. 3.1 Fig. 3.2 10-32 x 5/8" Pan Head Phillips Screw M4x0.7 mm x 8 mm Pan Head Screw...
Page 13: Fan Control Connections
BAFCon/fan pairs. Install as specified by the customer. Both MS/TP and Modbus RTU trunks are limited to 4,000 ft (1,219 m) or less in total length. Big Ass Fans recommends the following manufacturers and part numbers for cabling: •...
Page 14 FAN CONTROL CONNECTIONS Ethernet from Customer LAN Multiple Single-Fan Installations BAFCon BAFCon MS/TP Trunk MS/TP out to downstream BAFCon controllers MS/TP Trunk Fan Clusters: Typical BAFCon Multi-Fan Installation MS/TP out to downstream Modbus RTU via RS-485 BAFCon controllers WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM © 2024 DELTA T LLC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Page 15: Sensor Installation
Place the sensors in the locations specified in the system diagram/map. Locate the sensor label and make sure each sensor is placed in the appropriate location. • Outdoor Temperature/Humidity Sensor–Big Ass Fans recommends installing this sensor on the north side of the building in an area that is not in direct sunlight.
Page 16: Heater Connections
HEATER CONNECTIONS Install the following heater components according to the diagrams on the following pages and according to the manufacturer’s installation guide provided with each component. Refer to the appropriate wiring diagrams in this section for your heater type(s) and configuration. Refer to the component manufacturer’s documentation for all other installation, setup, operation, troubleshooting, and safety/regulatory information.
Page 17 HEATER CONNECTIONS 120–240 VAC Mains Input BLACK LoRaWAN I/O Controller LoRaWAN I/O Controller Model: LT-22222-L 2 x Digital Output, 2 x Digital Input 2 x Digital Output, 2 x Digital Input 2 x Relay Output, 2 x Current Input 2 x Relay Output, 2 x Current Input 2 x Voltage Input 2 x Voltage Input Brown: L1/H...
Page 18 HEATER CONNECTIONS Multiple unit heaters with RO-1 module output channel Load isolation Any time the RO1 module output is used to drive multiple devices, isolation relays or contactors must be used. Wiring in this fashion isolates the power supplies within the devices from each other. This prevents potential hazards and nuisance behaviors.
Page 19 HEATER CONNECTIONS To additional relays WHITE WHITE WHITE BLUE ORANGE PAM-SD R/T1 W/T2 Typical gas- fired unit heater 24 VAC thermostat terminals RED, WHITE, YELLOW (Not used) WHITE WHITE WHITE BLUE ORANGE PAM-SD R/T1 W/T2 Typical gas- fired unit heater 24 VAC thermostat terminals RED, WHITE, YELLOW (Not used)
Page 20 HEATER CONNECTIONS Multiple unit heaters with RO-1 module output channel LoRa I/O Module 24VDC RO1-1 250VAC 5A Max 0VDC RO1-2 24VDC 0VDC CUSTOMER SUPPLIED BRANCH CIRCUIT PROTECTION Example Heater THERMAL MAGNETIC CIRCUIT BREAKER (as shown) - or - FUSIBLE DISCONNECT L2/N L2/N CUSTOMER SUPPLIED BRANCH...
Page 21 HEATER CONNECTIONS The relay contact can connect parallel to the existing thermostat or can replace the thermostat depending on customer preference. Consult the manufacturer’s documentation for the heater and thermostat as needed. 24VDC Switched 0VDC Relay Blue 24VAC Thermostat Orange Yellow White White...
Page 22 Radiant infrared heaters with RO-1 module output channel Radiant infrared heaters are typically controlled via manual switch or AC load rated thermostats. Big Ass Fans recommends removing and replacing the existing thermostat or switch (if installed) with a suitably rated relay or contactor.
Page 24 HEATER CONNECTIONS Multiple radiant infrared heaters with RO-1 module output channel 24 VDC Supply LoRaWAN I/O Controller LoRaWAN I/O Controller Model: LT-22222-L 2 x Digital Output, 2 x Digital Input 2 x Digital Output, 2 x Digital Input 2 x Relay Output, 2 x Current Input 2 x Relay Output, 2 x Current Input 2 x Voltage Input 2 x Voltage Input...
Page 25 HEATER CONNECTIONS Incoming AC line To additional relays WHITE L1/H L1/H Switched AC line to heater(s) Incoming AC line WHITE L1/H L1/H Switched AC line to heater(s) WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM © 2024 DELTA T LLC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Page 26 HEATER CONNECTIONS Multiple radiant infrared heaters with RO-1 module output channel LoRa I/O Module 24VDC RO1-1 250VAC 5A Max 0VDC RO1-2 24VDC 0VDC CUSTOMER SUPPLIED BRANCH CIRCUIT PROTECTION THERMAL MAGNETIC CIRCUIT BREAKER (as shown) Line Voltage - or - Thermostat or FUSIBLE DISCONNECT Wall Switch L2/N...
Page 27 HEATER CONNECTIONS The relay contact can connect parallel to the existing thermostat or can replace the thermostat depending on customer preference. Consult the manufacturer’s documentation for the heater and thermostat as needed. 24VDC Switched 0VDC Relay Heater Relay Heater Relay Heater WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM ©...
Page 28: Exhaust Fan Connections
EXHAUST FAN CONNECTIONS Install the following exhaust fan components according to the diagram on the following page and according to the manufacturer’s installation guide provided with each component. Refer to the component manufacturer’s documentation for all other installation, setup, operation, troubleshooting, and safety/regulatory information. •...
Page 29 EXHAUST FAN CONNECTIONS CUSTOMER SUPPLIED BRANCH CIRCUIT PROTECTION THERMAL MAGNETIC CIRCUIT BREAKER (as shown) - or - FUSIBLE DISCONNECT 24VDC Switched HAND AUTO Contactor Coil Overload WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM © 2024 DELTA T LLC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Page 30: Controls Checklist
CONTROLS CHECKLIST After installation is complete, confirm the following on the Equipment screen of the CommandSense application on the wall-mounted tablet: Overhead fans ☐ All overhead fans appear on the Equipment screen ☐ All overhead fans can be controlled from the Equipment screen (On/Off is sufficient) Exhaust fans ☐...
Page 31: Customer Service
Lexington, KY 40511 877-244-3267 bigassfans.com Manufacturing and Warranty You are responsible for providing and paying for shipping when returning a product to Big Ass Fans for the purpose of recycling under the WEEE directive. Manufacturer Warranty and WEEE Returns Manufacturing Site...
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