Ruskin EFAMS Manual

ALL STATED SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE OR OBLIGATION.Spec EFAMS-818/Replaces EFAMS-316 © Ruskin August 2018
FEATURES
• Ruskin thermal dispersion measurement technology provides
accurate, repeatable measurement from zero to 10,000 fpm.
• Aerodynamically Shaped, Surface Mount Fan nlet Sensors
• Multiple-Pivot Living Hinge Design
• LCD Screen on Transmitter
• Shielded CAT5e Cable with RJ-45 Connectors
Ruskin EFAMS helps satisfy the requirements for minimum outside
air as required by the following.
• LEED (USGBC)
• ASHRAE 62.1, ASHRAE 90.1 and ASHRAE 189.1.
• California Title 24
• nternational Mechanical Code ( MC)
• nternational Energy Conservation Code ( ECC)
VARIATIO S
Ruskin model EFAMS is available with the following variations at
additional cost.
• Longer communication cables (available in 10' [3.05m] incre-
ments up to 50' [15.24m])
• Dual inlet dual density (8 sensors total)
• 120 volt primary/24 volt seconday power transformer shipped
loose
EFAMS (shown on forward curve type
fan) with standard Router and Trans-
mitter displays Velocity or flow and
Temperature (Fan inlet bell by others)
Refer to Ruskin Installation and Main-
tenance manual for information on
other fan types.
APPLICATIO
The EFAMS is a highly accurate electronic thermal dispersion type
fan inlet air measurement device for reporting air flow and air
temperature. The EFAMS transmitter averages multiple velocity
and temperature readings from a minimum of two sensors located
in the fan inlet bell. The surface mount sensor design ensures the
lowest pressure drop in the industry when compared to other after-
market fan inlet air measurement devices. Each sensor circuit is
equipped with a heated and passive thermistor. Up to four inlet
sensors can be connected to one router. The router multiplexes the
sensor’s air flow and temperature information and sends this as a
digital signal to the transmitter for processing. Each Transmitter is
capable of averaging two routers and four sensors per router, to
arrive at the total measured air flow. The EFAMS transmitter, with
two-line, 16 character, configurable display shows both air flow and
air temperature with two corresponding, isolated analog outputs, for
ease of interface with any automation system.
STA DARD CO STRUCTIO
SURFACE-MOU T SE SOR E CLOSURE
Aerodynamically shaped, high impact ABS, with stainless sensor
cap. U.L. 94 flame rated housing conforms to the inlet bell
contour providing a low profile installation that reduces pressure
drop, and saves energy.
SE SOR DISTRIBUTIO
Two sensor circuits mounted opposite of each other.
SE SOR CIRCUIT (two standard, up to four per fan location)
Two hermetically sealed, heated thermistors.
Two hermetically sealed, ambient thermistors.
SE SOR ACCURACY
Airflow: ±3%.
Temperature: ±0.10° F (0.056°C).
SE SOR RA GES
Airflow Rate: 0-10,000 FPM.
Temperature: - 25° F to 140° F (-32°C to 60°C).
Humidity: 0-99% RH, non-condensing.
ROUTER U IT (one per fan location)
One microprocessor based multiplexer circuit.
Sensor/communications circuit.
All circuits encapsulated in electronic potting compound.
COMMU ICATIO CABLE
UL Plenum rated shielded CAT5e network cable (10' [3.05m]
standard).
RJ-45 Connectors with dust boot cover and gold plated pins.
Digital interface between router and transmitter.
CO TROL TRA SMITTER
Microprocessor based.
6" x 113/8" (152mm x 289mm) nominal control enclosure.
16x2 character LCD display (airflow, temperature & diagnostics).
Seamless "plug & play" connectivity to Router & 2-4 sensor circuits.
24VAC internally fused power supplied by others.
Velocity Output: Field selectable 4-20mA (Std.) or 2-10 VDC
using 500 ohm resistor.
Temperature Output: Field selectable 4-20mA (Std.) or 2-10 VDC
using 500 ohm resistor.
OPERATI G RA GE:
Temperature: -20° F to 120° F (-29° C to 49° C)
Humidity: 0-99% RH, non-condensing
POWER REQUIREME T
24 VAC transformer.
Dimensions in inches, parentheses ( ) indicate millimeters.
U.S. Patent
7,950,291
EFAMS ELECTRO IC FA I LET & TEMPERATURE MEASUREME T STATIO
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Please refer to Ruskin EFAMS Installation and Maintenance manual
for product application on approved fan types.
Ruskin model EFAMS is a turnkey solution that measures the inlet
velocity and temperature of a fan. EFAMS comes complete with a
control transmitter (#1) and utilizes thermal dispersion technology to
calculate the airflow and average temperature. Two sensor circuits
are located opposite one another within the fan inlet bell. An
optional four-sensor kit can be ordered for dual inlet fans. Up to four
sensor circuits can be installed in one fan inlet bell. The sensor
circuits are housed in an aerodynamic, high impact, ABS plastic,
casing (#2) with a stainless steel sensor cap. The sensor circuit
casing is mechanically fastened to the inlet bell with pan head, self-
drilling fasteners (included in parts bag). The sensor circuit casing
has two "living hinges" that enable the device to conform to the
shape of the inlet bell for a low profile installation. The Sensor circuit
cable (#3) terminates at the router (#4) in RJ45 connectors labeled
1 through 4. Power and communications cables (#5) connect to the
router on one end and the control transmitter on the opposite end.
The cables are interchangeable. Use one wire to connect P1 to T1
(communications) and the other to connect P2 to T2 (power) as
shown in detail A. The sensor readings are multiplexed with a micro-
processor and digitally communicated through the communications
cable. The router and control transmitter should not be mounted to
the fan housing. nstall these components on an adjacent structural
wall, plenum or ductwork that is isolated from excessive system
vibration. Nylon cable clamps (included in parts bag) should be
used to secure RJ45 cable between sensors and router, and router
and control transmitter. Cable clamps should be spaced on 6"
(152mm) centers.
CO TE TS & I STALLATIO DETAILS
Placement of the sensor housing should be at or near the highest
restriction point of the fan inlet as possible. Sensors should be
placed at the 12:00 o’clock and 6:00 o’clock positions, or as shown
on the cover photo of this document, or directly opposite one
another in a similar fashion. On fans with shallow inlet bells, the air
leaving side of the sensor housing can be cut off with a box knife,
leaving the primary sensor housing (containing the sensor circuit)
and the air entering wedge. Utilize the mounting hole on the Primary
Sensor Housing when the Air Leaving Wedge is removed (refer to
Detail B for clarity).
1. Transmitter P1 Communication port
2. Sensor circuit casing T1 Communication port
3. Sensor circuit cable P2 Power port
4. Router T2 Power port
5. Power/communication cables
DETAIL A
MODEL EFAMS CO TE TS
DETAIL B
SE SOR HOUSI G
Air Entering
Wedge
Removable piece
for shallow inlet
bell installations
Primary Sensor
Housing

WIRI G DETAILS
TECH OLOGY
FIELD WIRI G CO ECTIO S
1. Connect dedicated 24VAC power to Control Transmitter (30VA).
a. Connect 24 VAC hot to +24H terminal
b. Connect 24 VAC common to -24C terminal
c. Negative (-) terminal to be connected to earth ground
2. Connect 4-20mA velocity and temperature output signal from
transmitter to Building Automation System (BAS) noting the
polarity indicated on the wiring schematic, using shielded, twisted
pair of at least 22 awg. Larger gauge wire may be required for
longer runs.
3. Connect sensors to numbered slots on router. Match sensor to
port (1, 2, 3, 4).
4. Connect shielded CAT5e network cable between router (T1, T2)
and transmitter
5. Turn power switch on
OPERATIO
The options menu allows access to reset factory settings, turn LCD
on or off, output a test signal to the BAS, change units, enable error
indication, adjust gain and offset, set the zero cutoff of the device,
display velocity output formula, scale velocity mA output signal and
adjust mA output filter value. The up and down buttons on the
control panel are used to scroll through the menu options and adjust
values.
ORMAL OPERATIO
During normal operation the UP and DOWN buttons will scroll
through each sensor’s velocity and temperature reading. Pressing
the ESC button on the control panel will display the average velocity
and temperature values. During normal operation two LED's illumi-
nate at the RJ45 connector on the control panel data wire only. The
left LED indicates that the control panel has properly identified the
router. The right LED illuminates each time the control transmitter
communicates with the connected router.
MPORTANT: The Ruskin Electronic Controller enclosure cover is
secured with six Phillips screws. Take care when mounting the elec-
tronic controller to ensure there is adequate clearance to remove the
cover and make electrical connections in the top of the box.
f replacement cables between the router and controller are needed,
they must meet the spec for shielded, simple pairing cables.
MPORTANT: Mount the controller and run the wiring away from
variable frequency drives (VFD’s) and broadcast antennas. Avoid
running this device’s wiring in the same conduit as AC power wiring
or with wiring used to supply highly inductive loads, such as motors,
contactors, and relays.
Ruskin's Fan nlet Measurement Station utilizes thermal dispersion
technology and greatly reduces static pressure losses.
The mathematically defined relationship between heat transfer rate
and airflow velocity make it possible to accurately measure flow by
elevating a thermal temperature sensor and placing it in the air -
stream with an ambient air temperature sensor as a reference. The
heated sensor is elevated to a stipulated temperature differential
above the reference point. The velocity is calculated using the refer-
ence point (ambient), the known individual heat transfer character-
istics of the calibrated heated sensor, and the power expenditure
necessary to maintain the delta between the heated sensor and the
ambient reference sensor (ref. Detail C) below.
The aerodynamic shape of the sensor casing, placement of the
sensors within the Stainless sensor cap, and surface mount design
are just some of the unique features of the Ruskin solution. The
pivot points (“living hinges”) on the sensor casing allow the unit to
conform to the shape of the inlet bell, reducing pressure drop and
allowing measurement with nominal fan performance degradation.
Ambient
Sensor
Heated
Sensor
DETAIL C
TYPICAL SE SI G CIRCUIT
SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5
1-4 5-8 9-12 13-16
POWER OutputOutput
CO ECTIO S

R
6 1/2”
2 3/4”
2 1/4”
Ruskin Router
2.75”
(70mm)
2.25"
(57mm)
SUGGESTED SPECIFICATIO
DIME SIO AL DETAILS
Furnish and install, at locations shown on plans or as in accordance
with schedules, electronic fan inlet airflow and temperature meas-
uring station. Thermal dispersion device shall be surface mount
type. Unit shall be capable of monitoring and reporting the airflow
and temperature at each fan inlet location through two or four
sensing circuits and a control transmitter that communicates with
the building automation system (BAS). Sensor circuit casings shall
be constructed of U.L. 94 flame rated, high impact ABS and include
a stainless steel thermistor cap that maintains the precise cali-
brated flow over the heated and ambient measurement points.
Each sensor circuit shall consist of two glass encapsulated ther-
mistors for measuring ambient temperature and velocity. Circuit
shall be designed for operation in a wide range of environments,
including high humidity and rapid thermal cycling. Communications
cable shall be soldered directly to the printed circuit board to
ensure absolute connectivity and long term accuracy. Sensors shall
terminate at a router containing a multiplexer circuit. Multiplexer
shall include a microprocessor that collects data from each sensor
circuit and digitally communicates the average airflow and temper-
ature of sensing point to the microprocessor-based transmitter.
Multiplexer board shall be completely encased in electric potting
material to prevent damage. UL Plenum rated, shielded CAT5e
communications cable with RJ45 connectors, dust boot covers and
gold plated contacts shall link sensors to the router and router to
control transmitter. Complete assembly shall be constructed and
calibrated in an SO 9001 certified facility. Communications cable
shall be a minimum of 10' (3.05m) in length and shall be available
up to 50' (15.24m) when specified. Proprietary cables are not
acceptable. Control transmitter shall be capable of processing up to
4 independent sensing points per airflow measuring location and
shall operate on a fused 24 VAC supply. Control transmitter shall
feature a 16x2 character alphanumeric LCD display, digital offset/
gain adjustment, continuous performing sensor/transmitter diag-
nostics and a visual alarm to detect malfunctions. LCD shall be field
adjustable to display either .P. or S. . units. Transmitter output shall
be field adjustable 4-20 mA or 2-10 VDC. All electronic components
of the assembly shall be U.L. rated and RoHS compliant. Perform-
ance shall be based on tests and procedures performed in accor-
dance with AMCA Publication 611. Unit shall be in all respects
equivalent to Ruskin model EFAMS.
RUSKI SE SOR CIRCUIT
ansmitter
11 3/8”
6”
Ruskin Control Transmitter
10’
(3.05m)
1.38"
(35.1 mm)
Ref
0.50"
(12.7 mm)
Ref
1.00"
(25.4 mm)
Ref
TOP VIEW
3.13"
(79.5 mm)
Ref
11.38"
(289mm)
6.50"
(165mm)
6"
(152mm)
3900 Dr. Greaves Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64030
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