Prince Antec Controls Retrofit User manual

VENTURI VALVE RETROFIT
MANUAL v100

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................................................................................2
General..........................................................................................................................................................................................2
Product Overview..........................................................................................................................................................................2
Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................................................................2
GETTING STARTED WITH THE VVR ................................................................................................................................................3
In the Box......................................................................................................................................................................................3
Additional Components.................................................................................................................................................................6
Required Tools ..............................................................................................................................................................................7
Installation and Calibration.........................................................................................................................................................7
When using a VVR with PACE...................................................................................................................................................7
When using a VVR with the FHC...............................................................................................................................................7
When using a VVR with the LMX ..............................................................................................................................................7
MOUNTING THE RETROFIT.............................................................................................................................................................8
Mounting Instructions for a Single Valve ......................................................................................................................................9
Mounting Instructions for a Dual Valve .......................................................................................................................................15
POTENTIOMETER CURVES ...........................................................................................................................................................22
Configuring a POT Curve for PACE .............................................................................................................................................22
Configuring a POT Curve for FHC ...............................................................................................................................................26
Configuring a POT Curve for LMX...............................................................................................................................................29
Creating a New POT Curve .........................................................................................................................................................31
CALIBRATING THE RETROFIT .......................................................................................................................................................32
Calibrating the VVR when using PACE........................................................................................................................................32
POTENTIOMETER REPLACEMENT ...............................................................................................................................................35
Potentiometer Replacement (Option #1) ....................................................................................................................................35
CURVE SHEETS..............................................................................................................................................................................37
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................................................................................................................38
Technical Support........................................................................................................................................................................38

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INTRODUCTION
General
In this manual, you will find information regarding:
•Venturi Valve Retrofit (VVR) specifications
•How to install the VVR with the PaceTM Critical Space Controller
(PACE), the Fume Hood Controller (FHC) and the Linear Module
(LMX)
•Detailed description of all options available for each setup and
controller
Product Overview
Antec Controls Retrofit are designed to replace obsolete controls
on currently installed Venturi Valves. The VVR is built to mount
directly onto the existing valves. Retrofits are designed to tether
into an existing potentiometer feedback airflow system or airflow
sensing system depending on application.
Safety Precautions
•Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified
person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction.
•When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
•Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.
•Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service
panel and lock service panel to prevent power from being
switched on accidentally.
•Protect flammable materials nearby when brazing, Use flame
and heat protection barriers where needed. Always have a fire
extinguisher ready.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for personal injury or
property damage resulting from improper handling, installation,
service or operation of the product.
CAUTION
This mark indicates an important point for the proper
function of the Venturi Valve Retrofit. Improper setup
may cause unit failure. Pay close attention to all caution
points throughout this manual.
For local area support, please
contact your local Antec Controls
Representative
For more information visit
www.AntecControls.com

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GETTING STARTED WITH THE VVR
In the Box
For each of the available controllers the order includes the following components outlined in this section.
PACE (Single Valve)
The single venturi valve retrofit for PACE ships with several different components. The
components are outlined in this section for a single venturi valve with a PACE.
Component
Quantity
Description
PACE
1
Single PACE controller.
Green Pressure
Tubing
1
The low-pressure tubing comes with a length of
tubing and a connector tee.
Red Pressure
Tubing
1
The high-pressure tubing comes with a length of
tubing and a connector tee.
Actuator
1
The actuator comes mounted on the mounting
bracket and shaft.
Mounting Bracket
with Linkages
1
The single venturi valve mounting bracket and
linkages comes pre-assembled. The unit just needs
to be positioned and fastened with 4 self-tapping
screws.
NOTE: Unit is shipped with label on the bottom of the PACE to indicate which valve it should
be installed on. The image on the left hand side shows the bottom of a PACE with the
corresponding identification label.
CAUTION
Please ensure all components are included in the box.
Do not proceed if any components are missing, contact
your local Antec Controls representative.
CAUTION
When units are shipped mounted in an
enclosure, the label will be shown on the
enclosure.

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FHC (Single Valve)
The single venturi valve retrofit for the FHC ships with several different components. The
components are outlined in this section for a single venturi valve with an FHC.
Component
Quantity
Description
FHC
1
Single FHC controller.
FHC Mounting
Bracket
1
Bracket used to mount the FHC to the controls
enclosure.
Potentiometer
Cable
1
Cable used to connect the FHC to the
potentiometer.
Green Pressure
Tubing
1
The low-pressure tubing comes with a length of
tubing and a connector tee.
Red Pressure
Tubing
1
The high-pressure tubing comes with a length of
tubing and a connector tee.
Terminal Block
1
3-pole terminal block that will be used to wire the
potentiometer cable to the existing potentiometer
Actuator
1
The actuator comes mounted on the mounting
bracket and shaft.
Mounting Bracket
with Linkages
1
The single venturi valve mounting bracket and
linkages comes pre-assembled. The unit just needs
to be positioned and fastened with 4 self-tapping
screws.
NOTE: Unit is shipped with label on the bottom of the FHC to indicate which valve it should
be installed on. The image on the left hand side shows the bottom of a FHC with the
corresponding identification label.
CAUTION
When units are shipped mounted in an
enclosure, the label will be shown on the
enclosure.

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LMX (Single Valve)
The single venturi valve retrofit for LMX ships with several different components. The
components are outlined in this section for a single venturi valve with an LMX.
Component
Quantity
Description
LMX
1
Single LMX controller.
LMX Mounting
Bracket
1
Bracket used to mount the LMX to the controls
enclosure.
Potentiometer
Cable
1
Cable used to connect the FHC to the
potentiometer.
Green Pressure
Tubing
1
The low pressure tubing comes with 29” of length
and a connector tee.
Red Pressure
Tubing
1
The high pressure tubing comes with 18” of length
and a connector tee.
Terminal Block
1
3-pole terminal block that will be used to wire the
potentiometer cable to the existing potentiometer
Actuator
1
The actuator comes mounted on the mounting
bracket and shaft.
Mounting Bracket
with Linkages
1
The single venturi valve mounting bracket and
linkages comes pre-assembled. The unit just needs
to be positioned and fastened with 4 self-tapping
screws.
NOTE: Unit is shipped with label on the bottom of the LMX to indicate which valve it should
be installed on. The image on the left hand side shows the bottom of a LMX with the
corresponding identification label.
CAUTION
When units are shipped mounted in an
enclosure, the label will be shown on the
enclosure.

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Additional Components
The additional components for each available option are outlined in this section.
Controls Enclosure
The venturi valve retrofit has an option to order a controls enclosure. The controls enclosure
comes with two different components.
Component
Quantity
Description
Enclosure Bracket
1
Enclosure bracket mounted to the base plate of the
venturi valve.
Enclosure Lid
1
Used to cover the enclosure.
Potentiometer
The venturi valve retrofit has an option to order a potentiometer. The potentiometer comes
in two different options.
Component
Quantity
Description
Potentiometer
(Option #1)
1
Potentiometer with cable, potentiometer plate, and
shaft coupler. This potentiometer assembly is the
most commonly used option and is used with base
plates that have slotted design
NOTE: See the Potentiometer Installation section
for more detail.
Potentiometer
(Option #2)
1
Potentiometer with cable, potentiometer plate,
mounting bracket, shaft couplers and extension pin.
This potentiometer assembly is required when the
existing base plate does not have tab slots.
NOTE: When ordering potentiometers a specials quote will need to be entered in Antec
Select. Please contact the Antec Applications team for assistance with the specials quote.
Option #1
Option #2
Lid
Enclosure Bracket
CAUTION
When units are shipped mounted in an
enclosure, the label will be shown on the
enclosure. This will indicate where the
controller is to be installed.

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Required Tools
See below for a list of required tools when performing a VVR installation.
Installation and Calibration
When installing the controls enclosure and calibrating the linkage, the installer will require the following tools:
•
#8 x 5/16” screws
•
Drill
•
1/4” Hex Driver
•
#2 Phillips Screw Driver
•
Controls screwdriver
•
Wire Cutters
•
Wire Strippers
•
7/16” Wrench (x2)
•1/2” Wrench
When using a VVR with PACE
After installing the VVR, the following tools are required to configure the POT curve for the VVR when using PACE.
•Computer running Windows 7 or higher with Antec Toolbox installed
•Ethernet cable with RJ45 to 4-wire connection
NOTE: Please see the POT Curves – PACE section of the manual for connection instructions.
When using a VVR with the FHC
After installing the VVR, the following tools are required to configure the POT curve for the VVR when using an FHC controller.
•Computer running Windows 7 or higher with Field Flash installed (along with any pre-requisite installers)
•BACnet Commissioning Tool (BCT)
•USB-A to USB-B cable (provided when ordering the BCT)
•Ethernet cable with RJ45 (type B) to 3-wire connection
NOTE: Please see the POT Curves – FHC section of the manual for connection instructions.
When using a VVR with the LMX
After installing the VVR, the following tools are required to configure the POT curve for the VVR when using an LMX.
•Computer running Windows 7 or higher with Field Flash installed (along with any pre-requisite installers)
•Linker2 Tool
•USB-A to USB-B cable (provided when ordering the Linker2)
•RJ12 Cable
NOTE: Please see the POT Curves – LMX section of the manual for connection instructions.

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MOUNTING THE RETROFIT
Pre-Installation Checks
The following checks are required prior to installation:
•Visually inspect the valve for damage – If damage is found DO NOT INSTALL. Please
contact a Price representative.
•Visually inspect the Retrofit for damage – if damage is found DO NOT INSTALL.
Please contact Antec Field Support.
•Locate Calibration Data Tag with CFMs and VPOT points.
•Verify the potentiometer excitation voltage using a voltmeter, while the original
controller or equipment powers it. Measure the voltage across the red and black
wires.
Valve Preparation
The following steps should be performed for any VVR installation.
•Disconnect the three (3) potentiometer (POT) wires from the terminals on the control
board.
NOTE: Remove the control components from the base plate on the valve. Components may
vary depending on the control solution mounted on the valve but the valve should be left
with the control arm, POT and POT wires.
Calibration Data Tag
Control Arm
POT Cable
CAUTION
DO NOT cut the POT cable.
The system may still have airflow, to
reduce the chance of damage to the
existing valve, set the valve to the min
position before removing control
components.

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Mounting Instructions for a Single Valve
STEP 1
Make a mark 2.25” from the middle of the control arm shaft.
STEP 2
Align the groove so that it's in-line with the pressure tap. Ensure that the bracket is lined up
with the 2.25” mark and is still parallel to the main base plate.
NOTE: Ensure the mounting bracket isn’t sitting on top of any hardware.
STEP 3
Ensure the edge of the actuator mounting bracket is parallel with the edge of the base plate.
Marked by the orange lines in the figure.
2.25
2.25