Alderon Industries 7001 Versa’larm User manual

7001 Versa’larm
Tank Alarm
Operation, Maintenance
and Installation Manual
Description of Operation & Maintenance
The VERSA’LARM is a multipurpose alarm that can be used in a wide variety of applications such as: septic tanks, sumps, holding
tanks, pump chambers, water tanks, ow, pressure, condensate, temperature and any others where a “dry” contact can be connected
to the VERSA’LARM.
The VERSA’LARM is powered by 120 VAC coming from standard wall outlets and is transformed to 9 VDC. Installing a 9 Volt battery
provides battery back-up.
When a switch (signaling device) contact “closes” the buzzer and light will turn “on” and the optional auxiliary contacts will be activated.
Pressing the “silence” switch deactivates the buzzer and auxiliary contacts. When the alarm is remedied, the system automatically
resets itself.
Test product weekly. Make sure the green “power on” light is “on”. Press the “Test” switch, the red alarm light and buzzer should turn
“on”. If the battery backup system is utilized, unplug the wall mount power supply (the green light will be off). Now press the “Test”
switch, the red alarm light and buzzer will turn “on”. If the buzzer sounds less loud then when tested with the normal power supply,
then replace the battery. Refer to instructions on installing/replacing the battery on page 2. Reconnect power supply when nished to
put the Versa’larm back into service.
Specications
Mechanical Electrical
.18”
diameter mounting
holes(2)
Enclosure powder coated paint for indoor use
Six foot power cord
1/2” electrical knock-out
1/2” electrical
knockout
Primary Power: 120 VAC, 50/60 HZ
Secondary Power: Class 2, 9 VDC, 200 ma
Auxiliary Contacts: Single Pole, Double Throw
(Optional) Class 2, 24 VDC/24 VAC (50/60HZ),
500 ma MAXIMUM
Battery: 9 Volts (Not included)
Buzzer: 90 db @ 30 cm
103db@ 2 feet
Switch: UL listed, 9 VDC, 200 ma minimum
(signaling device) Single Pole, Single Throw
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Warning! Turn off all power when installing or adjusting unit. Failure to turn off all power could result in serious injury or death!
Read all instructions thoroughly! Check local codes and install to meet requirements - Refer to National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
Alarm unit MUST be mounted indoors, failure to do so will damage unit and void warranty
AC
Adaptor
4.0”
Model Number Nomenclature
Sensor Options
0 - no sensor, alarm panel only
H - 15’, Normally Open oat switch
L - 15’, Normally Closed oat switch
VA 0 1
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Part Number 7001 (Standard)
6.0”
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Options
1-Auxiliary Contacts, SPDT

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7001 Versa’larm
Tank Alarm
Operation, Maintenance
and Installation Manual
1. To install/replace the battery for the backup power feature, remove the two side screws and install 9 VDC battery (Duracell model MX 1604B2). After install-
ing battery, press the test button to activate the alarm to make sure the battery works properly. Reinstall side screws. See Figures 1 & 2 .
2. Determine mounting location for the VERSA’LARM. Make sure power outlet is within 6 feet of the VERSA’LARM. Make sure the outlet in on a separate
circuit breaker from any other device and not on a switched receptacle to maintain power integrity. Mount the VERSA’LARM using two #8 x 1 1/4” self tapping
screws(not included). Use #8 plastic anchor if mounting to sheet rock. See Figure 2
3. If Auxiliary Contacts are used continue, else go to step 4. Remove cover from base and remove 1/2” electrical knockout from base. Use 16 - 2 AWG stranded
wire - make sure there is at least 6” of wire inside of enclosure. Install a 1/2” strain relief with jam nut. Connect wires for required application using wire nuts.
Caution! - When installing wires, route all wires away from sharp objects & internal components. See gures 3A & 3B.
4. Use the included label identication kit or permanent marker/user supplied label to identify the alarm condition. Use the tick marks for alignment. See Figure 2.
5. Connect a UL listed switch (rated 9 VDC, 200 ma MINIMUM) such as a oat switch, pressure switch, etc. to the two position terminal block on the
VERSA’LARM. One wire per terminal. The alarm is activated by a closed switch. See Figure 2. Caution! - When installing the “signaling switch” refer to it’s
installation instructions for proper installation.
6. Plug in the power supply into a 120VAC, 50/60 HZ standard wall outlet. For UL applications, remove center screw on receptacle and place cord from wall
mount transformer inside the plastic cord holder. Secure plastic cord holder to the receptacle by reinstalling screw to the center hole of receptacle. See Figure 2.
For Canadian applications DO NOT INSTALL Plastic Cord Holder! The green “Normal” light should come on.
7. Test the system by pressing the “Test” switch or by activating the “signaling device”. The buzzer and the red warning light will be “on”. The green “Normal”
light will be “off”. Press the “Silence” switch. The buzzer will silence but the alarm light will remain “on”. Deactivate the “signalling device.” The alarm light will
turn “off” and the green “Normal” light will turn “on” indicating the system is now in a normal condition. Since the VERSA’LARM is equipped with “Auto
Reset”, reactivating the “signaling device” for a new test cycle will reactivate the buzzer and alarm light.
8. Test product weekly to ensure system integrity.
Figure 1 - Installing/Replacing Battery
Battery Strap Connector
Battery Holder
Place Duracell model MX1604B2
9 VDC Battery into battery holder
for battery back up.
9 V Battery
Figure 2 - Mounting
Use #8 X 1 1/4”
Self Tapping screws
Mounting Hole (2)
Cover
Application
Identication
Side Screw
120VAC Wall mount
receptacle
Plastic
cord
holder
Terminal Block for Signaling Device
must be UL Listed Switch rated
9VDC, 200 ma MINIMUM!
I.E.Float Switch
AC
Adaptor
Enviromental Protection SystemTM
VERSA’LARM
Patent # 6,683,535
AlarmNormal
Test Silence
AUTO RESET
Unimax
Control
Float
Center Screw
Base
Figure 3A - Installing Field Wiring for
Auxillary Contacts
1/2” Electrical
knockout
SJOW Cord
16-2 AWG
1/2” Strain
Release
Base
Jam Nut
Wire Nuts
Figure 3B - Wiring Diagram for Optional Auxillary
White - Common
Red - Normally Closed
Black - Normally Ope
Class 2, 24 VDC/VAC( 50/60HZ)
500 Milliamps MAXIMUM!
Application for
Equipment Shutoff
V-UL Listed Class 2
transformer 500 MA MAX
L - Load
Applica-
tion for
Remote
Auxillary Contacts
Enviromental Protection SystemTM
VERSA’LARM
Patent # 6,683,535
AlarmNormal
Test Silence
AUTO RESET
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P.O. Box 827
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Versa’larm
Model: VA0

Unimax
Control
Float
UniMax ™
Operation, Matintenance
and Installation Manual
Alarm Systems Control Panels Float Switches Leak Detection Systems
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Stainless Steel Pipe Clamp Models
1. Determine desired activation level. See Figure 1.
2. Attach the Stainless Steel Pipe Clamp at the desired activation Level. Place the cord in the plastic holder
and tether cord to about 4 inches and tighten screw tight to keep the cord from moving.
3. Connect the wires from the oat switch into control/alarm device as required.
4. Check installation by cycling the oat “on & off” to insure proper operation.
Externally Weighted Models
Pipe Clamp Models Externally Weighted Models
Warning: Turn off all power when installing or adjusting unit.
Failure to turn off all power could result in serious injury or death!
Read instructions thoroughly.
Check local codes and install to meet requirements.
UL Listed. Suitable for use in water and sew-
age. End user to provide overcurrent protection
rated at 240 VAC Minimum, 15 A maximum.
Note: Check to make sure the right oat switch is being used fot the right application.
Normally Open - oat switches are open while hanging “down” and will close on a ris-
ing liquid level. Typically used for high level alarms and “empty tank” applications.
Normally Closed - oat switches are closed while hanging “down” and will open on a
rising liquid level. Typically used for low level alarms and “lling tank” applications.
1. Determine desired activation level. See Figure 2.
2. Suspend switch and cable weight at desired level. See Figure 4.
3. Wire leads of the oat switch to control/alarm device as required.
4. Check installation by cycling the oat “on & off” to insure proper operation.
Specications
Electrical: 1 amp @ 24 VDC or 4 amps @ 120/230 VAC
Cord: SJOW-A exible 16 gauge, 2 conductor Neoprene
Float Housing: High Impact PVC, 3.25” diameter x 4.55” length
Max Temperature: 140 degrees F.
Switch Conguration: Single Pole, Single Throw
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P.O. Box 827
Hawley, MN 56549
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Unimax
Control
Float
Big Switch
Pump Float
Activation Level
Figure 2
Unimax
Control
Float
Big Switch
Pump Float
Activation
Level
Figure 1
Typical application shown is for a
pumping system