Akron 9313 Series Manual

Valve Actuator moves at the end
of the open or closed function.
Loose screws While some motion is normal from torque, excessive movement
may be caused by loosened screws.
Before tightening the screws, remove them and apply Permabond
LM 113 or Loctite 222 and retighten.
No Power to the
Controller
Bad wiring
Open breaker or blown fuse
Power not connected.
Check all power connections, wires, fuses or breakers.
Be sure a separate power wire is connected to any Controller used
as an Auxiliary.
Valve Actuator does not work.
Motor does not drive.
1. No signal from the Controller
to the Actuator Motor.
2. Defective Actuator Motor
3. Worm Gear system jammed.
4. Planet Gear system jammed.
1. Check all connectors are fully engaged.
Check the voltage through the Wiring Harness
should be at least 11.5 volts for 12 volt systems and
22 volts for 24 volt systems. Check the signal from
the Controller.
2. Remove the Motor from the Actuator and operate
the Motor to be sure the Motor Shaft turns freely.
3. Check the Worm Gear. Operate the Valve using the
Manual Override.
4. Remove the Motor and check the Planet Gears.
Motor Runs but Valve does not
operate
1. Grove Pin is missing from the
Shaft.
2. Gear Sector is not engaging
the Worm Gear.
3. Motor Shaft is disengaged
from the Planet gears.
1. Check the Groove Pin is fully engaging the Worm
Gear and Shaft.
2. Check if the Worm Gear and Sector Gear are
engaged.
3. Remove the Motor and check for engagement of the
Motor Shaft and Planet Gears.
Valve closes when the OPEN
Button is pressed and vice versa.
1. Sector Gear is in the wrong
position.
2. Cable wiring is reversed.
1. Reposition the Sector Gear.
2. Replace the Cable.
Valve OPEN/CLOSE LED’s switch
immediately from Red to Green
and vice versa.
1. Wiring
2. Mechanical Binding
1. Check wiring as explained in Problem #1.
2. Remove the Motor and check the Shaft turns freely. Also, oper-
ate the Valve manually via the Override to check for binding.
APPENDIX
Mating Weather-Pack Connectors for Power Cable
A Mating Weather-Pack connector must be used to connect to the power source.
DO NOT CUT THE CONNECTOR on the power wire of the controller.
Doing so will void the warranty.
Part number 9300-0058 is a packet of (5) mating Weather-Pack connections.
Wiring Harnesses
Part Number Description
7-21-290 10’ long (standard length)
7-21-381 15’ long
9303-0016 20’ long
9303-0012 30’ long (utilizes Potting Shells and 10 gauge wire)
9303-0013 38’ long (utilizes Potting Shells and 10 gauge wire)
9303-0014 50’ long (utilizes Potting Shells and 8 gauge wire)
Auxiliary Cables
Part Number Description
9300-0052 10’ long (standard length)
9300-0055 25’ long
9300-0056 50’ long
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REVISED: 4/12
Style 9313 Controller Ordering Information
Part Number Description
9313-0001 Controller Only
9313-0002 Controller w/ 10’ Wiring Harness
9313-0003 Controller w/ 10’ Auxiliary Cable
STYLE 9313 CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Style 9313 Controller from Akron is designed to provide reliable and accurate valve control with valve position
indication through 10 LED (Light Emitting Diodes) indicators identifying the degree of Open/Close.
Features of the Akron Style 9313 Controller include:
Protected against EMI (Electro Magnetic Interference), both incoming and outgoing
Programmable Auto Open (not preset)
Works with both 12 and 24 Volt systems
Retrofits to existing apparatus
4 ¼” square face
Meets all aspects of NFPA 1901
Carries Akron’s 5 year warranty against manufacturing defects
Standard Components
Controller
Wiring Harness for connection to the valve-10’ length standard
Note: the Controller is designed for use only with Akron Brass Electric Valves. Do not use with any other manufacture of valve. Doing
so will void any warranty.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Select the mounting location for the Controller. The Controller can be mounted from the outside with (4) Screws and
Delrin Nuts (included). Torque requirement is 6-8 lb-in for the nuts. The unit requires 2 ½” clearance behind the panel. Dimensions
for a panel cutout are shown in figure #1.
Warning: The Controller is a sealed unit. Disassembly of the unit will void any warranty. There are no user serviceable parts in the
Controller. If service is required the unit should be returned to the factory. Also, do not cut any connections. Doing so will void any
warranty and prevent product returns.
Note: The Valve and Auxiliary wires are plugged prior to shipment. These plugs must be removed before connections can be made. If
a lead is not being utilized, the plug should be left in place to prevent moisture damage.
CONTROLLER LEADS
Each Controller has three (3) Connectors extending from the back of the unit.
Power Connection lead
The Controller Power connection utilizes a 2 prong Weather-Pack connector. A mating Weather-Pack connector is required (cus-
tomer supplied-see appendix for purchasing information). Proper wire gauge is required to assure a quality connection. 12 gauge wire
is recommended. Heavier gauge wire is required for runs over 10’.
Note: when using larger than 12 gauge wire, be sure to use a 12 gauge connector and splice after the connector so as to not void any
warranty. The splice should be made close to the Controller.
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For best connections all grounds should be made to either the frame or to a similar solid surface. A faulty ground will lead to
unit malfunction.
Added loads on any power wire should be avoided.
Direct runs are recommended for all connections.
12 Volt systems require a minimum of 11.5 volts at the valve under full load (28 amps).
24 Volt systems require a minimum of 22 volts at the valve under full load (14 amps).
Typical current draw for a 2”-3” valve is 2-4 amps in a 12 volt system (1-2 amps for 24 volt). It will be slightly higher for larger sized
valves. When the mechanical stops are reached (full open or full closed) current draw can reach 28 amps in a 12 Volt system and 14
Amps in a 24 Volt system.
Note: The truck should always be running before operating the Controller.
Electric Valve Connection lead
Use an Akron Wiring Harness to connect the Controller to the Valve Motor. The standard length is 10’. All Wiring
Harnesses have Deutsch connectors. See the appendix for a complete list of Wiring Harnesses.
Auxiliary Connection lead
The Controller Auxiliary connection is a 3 prong Weather-Pack connector.
To connect a Master to an Auxiliary, an Auxiliary Cable is required. Standard length is 10’. See the appendix for a list of Auxiliary
Cables.
NOTE: When utilizing an Auxiliary, a separate power lead is required for the Auxiliary
AUTO OPEN FEATURE
Auto Open allows a pump operator to open a fully closed valve by momentarily pressing the “OPEN” button.
The Auto Open feature is factory set in the DISABLED position. The Auto Open option can be changed to on or off in the Setup Mode.
If Auto Open is disabled, the valve only operates as long as an “OPEN”, or a “CLOSE” button is being pressed.
INITIAL SETUP
The Controller must be calibrated when used for the first time with a new valve or with a different valve. When used for the first
time, the LED Bar Graph Display will flash indicating calibration is needed.
Calibration can be done easily by accessing the Setup Mode shown below.
Note: When a Controller is used as an Auxiliary, the Setup Mode is not accessible. Calibration and setup are only
necessary for a Master Controller.
SETUP MODE
Press and hold both the “OPEN” and “CLOSE” buttons for 15 seconds.
Note: Software versions (1.30 and higher) will blink out the Version after both buttons have been pressed for 2 seconds.
Example for version 1.32
- Press, and hold both the OPEN and CLOSE buttons.
- All LEDs turn off.
- After 2 seconds, the green LED flashes once, then the middle yellow LED flashes 3 times, and then the red LED flashes 2 times.
- All LEDs turn off.
- If you continue to hold both buttons for 10 more seconds (LEDS will be all off), the Setup Menu will be accessed.
- If you release both buttons immediately after checking software version, the controller will resume normal operation.
After continuing to hold both the “OPEN” and “CLOSE” buttons for 15 seconds, the display will flash once and then enter the SETUP
OPTIONS area. Now both buttons can both be released.
CALIBRATE DISPLAY to valve - middle YELLOW LED:
If you just entered the Setup Options area, the middle YELLOW LED should be the only LED on. This selection will cali
brate the display so that it matches the valve being used.
CAUTION: This function will cause the valve to cycle automatically! The valve will cycle to fully closed, fully open, then
back to the fully closed position. If you do not want to calibrate the display at this time, then refer to the EXIT instructions.
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To select the calibrate function; press the “CLOSE” button once.
AUTO OPEN Option - GREEN LED:
Use the “OPEN” button to navigate through the setup options until only the GREEN LED is on. (Each time the “OPEN
button is pressed, the display will jump to the next setup option.)
If the green LED is BLINKING, then Auto Open is DISABLED
If the green LED is ON SOLID, then Auto Open is ENABLED
The “CLOSE” button can be pressed to change this setting.
EXIT - RED LED:
Use the “OPEN” button to navigate through the setup options until only the RED LED is on. (Each time the “OPEN button
is pressed, the display will jump to the next setup option.) Now press the “CLOSE” button once. The unit will flash the
LEDs once, and then return the controller to normal operation.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Electrical Inputs:
Power 9-32VDC@300mAmax (no load)
Valve Control 12 or 24VoltsDC
Communication Modbus Serial Connection
Environmental
Temperature -40C to +80C (Operating)
-40C to +85C (Storage)
Minimum Operations Voltage – 11.5 VoltsDC
Maximum Operations Voltage – 32 VoltsDC
Display Type – LED
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
Red or Green LED’s do not
illuminate but the Valve will
open and close.
Too much voltage drop or not
enough current for the unit to sense
the end of travel.
1. Truck engine must be running
2. Check the voltage to the Controller.
12 Volt systems require 11.5 volts @ 28 amps.
24 Volt systems require 22 volts @ 14 amps.
3. Check all wiring from the power source to the
Controller. A minimum of 12 gauge wire should
be used. For lengths over 10’ heavier gauge wire is
required.
4. Check all connections and grounds for loose
connections.
Red and Green LED’s
illuminate prematurely
before the Valve is fully open
or closed.
1. Short in the Motor or Controller
2. Gear system is jammed.
3. Seat or Valve Ball is damaged
1. Remove the Motor from the Gear Housing and
measure the amps needed to operate the Motor. The
Motor should require approximately 1.5 amps on 12
Volt systems; .75 amps for 24 volt systems.
2. Operate the Manual Override on the Actuator. If
difficulty is found, check under the housing cover
for damaged parts causing the Valve not to operate
properly.
3. Check the Valve waterway for any obstruction or
damage to the Ball or Seats.
The yellow LED
illuminates but the Valve
does not move while the
Motor continues to run.
Worm Gear is disengaged Remove the Gear Housing Cover and check for
damaged parts. Check the Groove Pin in the Worm Gear for
proper engagement.
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