ELKHART BRASS APEX-S Assembly instructions

98607000 REV-rel
Valve Controller
Installation, Operating, & Maintenance Instructions
1-574-295-8330
www.elkhartbrass.com

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................4
Overview ...........................................................................................4
Specications .......................................................................................5
Control Module ......................................................................................5
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ..............................................................................6
Components.........................................................................................6
Controls and Indicators...............................................................................7
INSTALLATION.......................................................................................8
Install Valve Controller ...............................................................................8
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ..........................................................................10
Wiring the Valve Controller ...........................................................................12
MAINTENANCE/CALIBRATION........................................................................17
Automatic Valve Position Calibration for APEX-S .......................................................17
OPERATION ..........................................................................................19
Button Functions ....................................................................................19
PROGRAMMING MODE ...............................................................................20
Customizing Default Settings .........................................................................20

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List of Figures
Figure 1. Controls and Indicators .......................................................................7
Figure 2. Valve Controller Mounting Dimensions ........................................................9
Figure 3. Valve Controller Wiring.......................................................................10
Figure 4. Valve Actuator Wiring ........................................................................11
Figure 5. Wiring (Cables and Connectors) ...............................................................13
Figure 6. Wiring (Cables and Connectors) ...............................................................14
Figure 7. APEX-S 1:1 Wiring Connections ...............................................................15
Figure 8. APEX-S 2:1 Wiring Connections ...............................................................16
List of Tables
Error/Warning Codes Troubleshooting Table ............................................................22

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INTRODUCTION
Overview
The APEX-S electric valve controller is designed with precision and ease of use in mind.
Rugged design withstands the demands of outdoor apparatus use. Monitor the valve position
with ultra-bright LEDs.Tactile buttons provide enhanced user experience with intuitive and
familiar operation. Use keypad buttons to open, close and adjust valve position. All controls
and indicators are located on the front of the controller. Controls are simple push button style
controls.The controller is compatible with E14X and E16X (EB6D) electric valve actuators.
Features
. 10 Green LEDs Indicate Open Valve Position
. Red LED Indicates Valve is Closed
. Keypad–rubberized, large, embossed and color-coded Tactile Buttons (glove friendly)
. Button actions–Full Open, Full Close
. Automatic valve position calibration
. Auto-travel open and close
. Programmable LED intensity
. Automatic adjusting day/night LED intensity
. Enclosure– Molded Glass-filled Polymer for Rigidity, Surface Hardness and Strength
. Sealed to IP67 Ingress Protection on All Sides
. Visor–Color-coded in 12 Colors to Match Discharges to Valve Controller
. Datalink interface simplifies wiring between controller & valve
. Connector– Sealed Connectors (Power & CAN data/bus)
. CAN communication to Unibody valve using E14X/E16X
. Power Requirements–9 to 30 VDC; Less than 1 Watt Power Consumption

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Specications
APEX-S Valve Controller
Supply Voltage: 9—30VDC
Current: 0.5 A - Display Module only.
Fuse Rating: 1 A (12V) & & 0.5 AMPS (24V)
Dimensions:
Height 3 31/32"
Width 3 5/8"
Depth 2 5/16"
Datalink Interface: CAN Bus

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Components
The Electric Valve System consists of the following components:
. Valve Controller
. Valve with Actuator
. Cables
Valve Controller
The valve control and LED is sealed to an IP67 rating, and has dimensions of 3 31/32 inches
high by 3 5/8 inches wide by 2 5/16 inches deep. All controls and indicators are located on the
front of the module. (Refer to Controls and Indicators.)
Valve with Actuator
An Elkhart Unibody valve with an E14X (E16X for EB6D) actuator must be installed in the
apparatus plumbing and connected to the valve controller.
Cables
Interconnecting cables are provided. Refer to Electrical Connections (Wiring) section.

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Figure 1. Controls and Indicators
Controls and Indicators
The display and pushbuttons controls are accessible on the front of the unit.
(Refer to Figure 1.)
Valve Position Indicator LEDs
Closed Indicator will be red when the valve is fully closed. As the valve moves from the closed
to fully open position the red closed LED will go out and the green LEDs will turn on one at a
time from left to right until all 10 of the green LEDs light up indicating the valve is fully open.
Valve Control Buttons
Two buttons open and close the valve.The third button (Preset) will move the valve to a
programmed position.
Color-Coded Visor
The Visor helps prevent water and dirt from running down the display. It can also be used to
color code the valve controller to match the corresponding discharge.
Valve Closed
Indicator
Visor
Valve Open position LEDs
(10% increments)
Valve Control
Buttons
APEX-S
Light
Sensor

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INSTALLATION
The APEX valve controller is compatible with unibody valves used in 1.5 to 8 inch piping.
Install Valve Controller
1.Measure and mark mounting location for controller panel cutout and mounting screw holes.
Make sure there is clearance behind the panel for the display and cables before cutting
holes. Refer to Figure 2 for layout and dimensions.
2.Cut out a mounting hole according to the cutout diagram in Figure 2, and drill three holes
(clearance or tapped) for #10 mounting screws.
3.Connect the cables and wires. (Refer to Wiring section.)
4.*Place control module into position and secure with three screws.
Use #10 size, Phillips pan head type screws with a minimum length of 1.25 inch.
*NOTE: The Visor must be placed onto the valve controller housing prior to inserting
mounting screws and attaching to your apparatus.

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Figure 2. Valve Controller Mounting Dimensions
2 5/16"
29 3/32"
Recommended Panel Cutout
#10 clear
(thru-bolt with nut)
or tapped for #10
fasteners, 3x
2 3/32"
2 3/32"
1 3/64"
2 9/16"
1 9/32"
3 1/16"
R 1/2"
1 17/32"
3 5/8"
3 31/32"

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Figure 3. Valve Controller Wiring
Valve Controller 6-Pin Connector
Pin Signal Description
1 Power 12/24 VDC
2 Ground Supply
3 NC
4 Datalink Shield
5 Datalink CAN Low
6 Datalink CAN High
Pin 1
6-Pin
Connector