Alderon Industries Versa'larm 8124 User manual

IOM000027_Rev02_Versa'larm 1-Zone Manual Alarm Reset | April 7, 2018 11:47 AM
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Safety Guidelines
Before proceeding with the installation or operation of the product, read all
instructions thoroughly, as well as complying with all federal, state and local
codes, regulations, and practices. The product must be installed by qualied
personnel familiar with all applicable local electrical and mechanical codes.
Refer to the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Failure to properly install and
test this product can result in personal injury or equipment malfunction.
Introduction of Installation
Alarm Systems Control Panels Float Switches Leak Detection Systems 1 of 4
Operation, Maintenance and Installation Manual
Versa’larm™
Part Numbers - 8124 (alarm panel only) and 8125
Manual Alarm Reset
P/N: IOM0000027
Description of Operation
1. DISCONNECT ALL ELECTRICAL SERVICE BEFORE INSTALLING OR WORKING ON THE PRODUCT.
2. DO NOT USE WITH FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, FUEL OIL, KEROSENE, ETC.
DO NOT USE IN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES.
3. ALARM PANEL MUST BE MOUNTED INDOORS. FOR OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS CONSULT FACTORY.
1. Phillips screw driver
2. (Qty 2) #6 self-tapping screws
3. Access to 120 VAC power receptacle
4. Needle nose pliers (battery cover for auxiliary contacts)
5. Optional - Plastic anchors (#8; Qty 2) if mounting to sheet rock
6. Optional - 9V battery (used for battery backup during power outages)
7. Optional - Wire stripper (used if you need to strip wire to connect to the auxiliary contacts)
Tools, Supplies and Requirements for Installation - Not Included
The 1-Zone Manual Alarm Reset Versa’larm™ alarm panel is powered by 120 VAC coming from standard wall outlets and
is transformed to 9-11.1 VDC. Installing a 9 Volt battery provides battery backup during power outages. The power LED
(green) will illuminate when powered. The Manual Alarm Reset Versa’larm™ is a multipurpose alarm panel that can be
used in a 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 alarm panel.
When a switch (signaling device) contact “closes” the buzzer will annunciate, alarm LEDs (red) will illuminate (Alarm Sensor
and Alarm Reset), and the built in auxiliary contacts will be activated. The signaling device could be a oat switch, water
sensor, or sump probe sensor.
Pressing the “Silence/Reset” pushbutton will silence the buzzer and the alarm LEDs (red) remain on. When the switch is
deactivated, the buzzer, “Alarm Sensor” LED, and normally open dry contacts will automatically reset. The “Alarm Reset”
LED and normally closed dry contacts remain activated until the “Silence/Reset” pushbutton is pressed a second time,
which will reset the alarm panel for the next alarm cycle.

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Alarm Systems Control Panels Float Switches Leak Detection Systems 2 of 4
Operation, Maintenance and Installation Manual
Versa’larm™
Part Numbers - 8124 (alarm panel only) and 8125
Manual Alarm Reset
P/N: IOM0000027
(Fig. 7)(Fig. 6)(Fig. 5)
2. Determine the mounting location for the alarm panel. Make sure power outlet (120 VAC, 50/60 Hz) is within 5-feet of the
alarm panel (Fig. 5). The power outlet should be on a separate circuit breaker from any other device and not on a switched
receptacle to maintain power integrity. Mount the alarm panel using two #6 self-tapping screws (not included / Fig. 6). Use
two #8 plastic anchors (not included / Fig. 7) if mounting the alarm panel to sheet rock.
1. To install/replace the battery for the backup power feature, remove the access cover (Fig. 1) and install a 9 VDC bat-
tery (Duracell model MX 1604B2 / Fig. 2). After installing battery, the green power LED should illuminate, then press and
hold the “Test” pushbutton (Fig. 3) to activate the alarm and make sure the battery is working properly. The buzzer should
annunciate and the alarm LEDs should illuminate. Leave the access cover off (Fig. 4) until step 4 on page 3 is completed.
Installation of the Alarm Panel
(Fig. 4)(Fig. 3)(Fig. 2)(Fig. 1)
5 ft. Max
3. The alarm panel contains a set of normally closed dry contacts on Terminals 2 and 5, see example below for how the
auxiliary contacts are wired (Fig. 8) and terminal block access on alarm panel (Fig. 9). Terminals 1 and 4 are internally
connected together as well as Terminals 3 and 6, all of these terminals are not used. Note: To use a set of normally open
dry contacts, go to step 7 on page 3 for wiring example.
(Fig. 8)
TB6 TB5 TB4 TB3 TB2 TB1
CR1
(Fig. 9)
24 356 1
654321
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED

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Operation, Maintenance and Installation Manual
Versa’larm™
Part Numbers - 8124 (alarm panel only) and 8125
Manual Alarm Reset
P/N: IOM0000027
Installation of the Alarm Panel Continued
(Fig. 12)(Fig. 11)(Fig. 10)
4. After the access cover has been removed from the alarm panel (Fig. 10), use a needle nose pliers (not included) to
remove the desired “break away tabs” from the access cover, lightly pull and twist off tab(s) (Fig. 11). Replace the access
cover and run wire(s) through the knockout(s) (Fig. 12).
5. Make note of the alarm condition(s) you are monitoring and keep them near the alarm panel.
6. Connect the normally open switch (rated 9 VDC, 200mA Minimum) such as a oat switch, water sensor, or sump probe
sensor to Terminals C and 1 on the terminal block of the alarm panel (Fig. 13). Place the switch in the desired monitoring
location where water needs to be detected.
7. The alarm panel is also equipped with a set of normally open alarm dry contacts rated at 24 VDC/AC, 100mA Maximum,
which are connected to Terminals 2 and 3 on the terminal block of the alarm panel (Fig. 13).
Normally Open Dry Contacts
(2 and 3)
Normally Open Dry Contact
Switch/Sensor (C and 1)
8. Plug the alarm panel power supply into a 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz standard
wall outlet and the green power LED should illuminate (Fig. 14).
(Fig. 13)
(Fig. 14)
5 ft. Max

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Alarm Systems Control Panels Float Switches Leak Detection Systems 4 of 4
Operation, Maintenance and Installation Manual
Versa’larm™
Part Numbers - 8124 (alarm panel only) and 8125
Manual Alarm Reset
P/N: IOM0000027
Testing the Alarm Panel with Pushbuttons
1. Test the alarm panel by pressing and holding the “Test” pushbutton (Fig. 15), the buzzer should annunciate and the alarm
LEDs should illuminate. Press the “Silence/Reset” pushbutton and the buzzer should silence while the alarm LEDs remain
on. Press the “Silence/Reset” pushbutton a second time so the “Auto Reset” feature reactivates the alarm panel for the next
alarm cycle. Test product weekly to ensure system integrity.
1. In normal condition, the alarm panel power LED (green) will be illuminated while the “Alarm Sensor” and “Alarm Reset”
LED indicators (red) will not be illuminated.
2. Activate the normally open switch connected to Terminals C and 1 on the alarm panel. The buzzer should annunciate
and the “Alarm Sensor” and “Alarm Reset” LED indicators will illuminate.
3. Deactivate the normally open switch, the buzzer should silence and the “Alarm Sensor” LED should turn off. The “Alarm
Reset” LED should remain illuminated.
4. Press the “Silence/Reset” pushbutton and the “Alarm Reset” LED should turn off and the “Auto Reset” feature reactivates
the alarm panel for the next alarm cycle.
5. Test product weekly to ensure system integrity.
(Fig. 15)
Testing the Alarm Panel with Normally Open Switch