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Alnor AirGard 335 User Manual

Alnor AirGard 335
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AirGard
®
335
Fume Hood Monitor
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Alnor AirGard 335 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Accuracy±3% of reading ±0.1 m/s
DisplayLCD
Air Velocity Range0.2 to 30 m/s
Resolution0.01 m/s
Temperature Range0 to 50°C
Measurement Range0.2 to 30 m/s
Operating Temperature0 to 50°C
Weight500 g

Summary

Limitation of Warranty and Liability

Service Policy

Details how to contact Alnor for service and support for any malfunctions.

Introduction

General Description

Explains how the AirGard 335 monitors fume hood face velocity using airflow measurement.

Visual Indicators

Describes the bargraph, colored zones, and LEDs indicating airflow velocity changes.

Audible Indicator

Describes the continuous audible alarm for dangerous situations and relay output for remote notification.

Calibration Importance

Emphasizes that the monitor must be calibrated in the field on the specific fume hood it is installed on.

Component Identification

Front View of Instrument

Identifies and labels the main components visible on the front of the AirGard 335 monitor.

Component Details

Status LEDs

Explains the meaning of Red (Alarm), Yellow (Caution), and Green (Good) status LEDs.

Control Buttons

Describes the function of the Up, Down, Test/Reset, and Emergency Purge buttons.

Display Elements

Explains the Analog Bargraph, Colored Bands, and Digital Display functions.

Functional Components

Identifies the Air Inlet and Mounting Screws for the monitor.

Installation Overview

Tools Required

Lists the tools needed for installing the AirGard 335 monitor.

Mounting the Monitor

Provides instructions on how to physically mount the monitor onto the fume hood.

Electrical Wiring

Details the power jack and terminal block connections for wiring the monitor.

Wiring Connections

Power Jack

Explains how power is supplied to the monitor via the power jack.

Terminal Block

Describes the terminal block for input/output features and wire gauge acceptance.

DIS INPUT Function

Explains the DIS INPUT function for remote Test/Reset, Emergency Purge, or Night Setback.

Input and Output Wiring

ALRM INPUT Function

Explains the ALRM INPUT for remote activation of Test/Reset or Emergency Purge.

Input Common Terminal

Identifies the common ground for DIS INPUT and ALRM INPUT connections.

Relay Outputs

Describes the function and contact states of Relay 1 and Relay 2.

Installation Wiring Diagram

Provides a diagram illustrating the field connections for the monitor.

Calibration Process

Calibration Overview

Explains the importance and frequency of calibration for accurate readings.

Calibration Safety

Warns that calibration/configuration must be done by qualified personnel aware of hazards.

Calibration Tools

Lists the necessary tools for performing calibration.

Calibration Procedure Steps

Outlines the step-by-step process for calibrating the monitor.

Calibration Procedures

Calibration Initialization

Describes the display sequence during calibration initialization.

Calibration Error Information

Informs about potential calibration errors and where to find more information.

Calibration Error Codes

Lists and explains error codes that may appear during calibration.

Calibration Error Resolution

Error Acknowledgement and Retry

Explains how to acknowledge and re-attempt calibration after an error.

Calibration Best Practices

Provides tips to resolve specific calibration error codes like ErL, ErH, Err, Er2.

Low Alarm Configuration

Low Alarm Setup Procedure

Details the steps to set the low alarm setpoint for the monitor.

Monitor Operation

Power Up Sequence

Describes the initial display and LED activation when the monitor is powered on.

Run Mode Description

Explains how the bargraph and LEDs indicate airflow conditions during normal operation.

Operational Functions

Monitor Test Procedure

Explains how to perform a monitor test to check display, LEDs, and alarm outputs.

Horn Operation

Details when the horn activates, how it stays on, and conditions for disabling/re-enabling.

Alarm Management

Temporary Horn Silence

Explains how to temporarily silence the horn using the Test/Reset button.

Permanent Horn Disable

Describes how to permanently disable the horn and how to re-enable it.

Viewing Alarm Set Points

Explains how to view the current low and high alarm set points.

Changing Alarm Set Points

Details the procedure for modifying the low and high alarm set points.

Set Point Adjustments

Saving Set Point Changes

Warns that changes are not saved if the Test/Reset button is held too long.

Alarm Set Point LED Status

Describes the LED behavior indicating the status of low, high, and night setback alarms.

High Alarm Disable Function

Explains how to disable the high alarm and the role of Configuration Parameter P11.

Emergency Purge Function

Describes the Emergency Purge button function and its relay activation.

Parameter Configuration

Parameter Storage

Explains that configurable parameters are stored in nonvolatile memory.

Entering Configuration Mode

Describes how to enter the Configuration mode using the Test/Reset button.

Saving Configuration Changes

Reinforces that changes are not saved if the Test/Reset button is held too long.

Configuration Navigation

Configuration Menu Summary

Summarizes how to navigate and save changes within the configuration menu.

Factory Default Parameters

Table listing factory default settings for programmable parameters (CAL, P01-P12, dEF).

Parameter Configuration Details

CAL - Calibration Reference

Refers to Section 3 for field calibration procedures.

P01 - Digits Enable/Disable

Explains how to enable or disable the numeric airflow velocity reading on the display.

Unit and Timer Settings

P02 - Unit of Measure Selection

Allows selection between feet per minute (fpm) and meters per second (m/s) for display.

P03 - Temporary Horn Disable Timer

Sets the duration for which the horn is silenced after acknowledgment.

Transition Delay Timers

P04 - Caution-to-Alarm Delay

Sets the delay before transitioning from caution to alarm, preventing toggling.

P05 - Alarm-to-Caution Delay

Sets the delay before transitioning from alarm to caution, preventing toggling.

Alarm Offset Configuration

P06 - Low Alarm Caution Offset

Defines the starting point of the low caution zone, determining when the yellow LED activates.

Input Configuration Options

P07 - Dis Input Configuration

Configures switch settings for Remote Test/Reset, Emergency Purge, or Night Setback features.

Night Setback Features

Night Setback Operation

Explains how Night Setback operates based on contact closure or opening.

P12 - Night Setback Mode OFF

Describes the monitor's state (disabled, horn off, LEDs off) when Night Setback is OFF.

P12 - Night Setback with Number

Explains how P12 sets the low alarm setpoint during Night Setback mode.

Alarm Input Configuration

P08 - Alarm Input Configuration

Configures switch settings for Remote Test/Reset, Emergency Purge, and Sash Override/Alarm Input.

Remote Input Functions

P08 Remote Test/Reset

Explains the remote activation of the Test/Reset function via a contact closure.

P08 Remote Emergency Purge

Explains the remote activation of the Emergency Purge function via a contact closure.

Sash Override and External Alarm

P08 Sash Override/External Alarm

Differentiates between sash override and external alarm inputs and their indications.

Relay Output Configuration

P09 - Relay Output 1 Settings

Describes the configuration options for Relay Output 1, including contact states.

Relay Output 1 Details

Relay 1 Function Table

Table detailing various relay functions, displayed settings, and contact states for Relay Output 1.

Relay Output 2 Details

P10 - Relay Output 2 Settings

Describes the configuration options for Relay Output 2, including contact states.

Relay Output 2 Table

Relay 2 Function Table

Table detailing various relay functions, displayed settings, and contact states for Relay Output 2.

High Alarm Relay Control

P11 - High Alarm Relay Disable

Enables or disables the high alarm relay output for specific applications.

Night Setback Low Alarm Control

P12 - Night Setback Low Alarm

Sets the night setback low alarm value or disables it by setting to "OFF".

Factory Default Reset

dEF - Reset Parameters

Resets configurable parameters (P01-P11) to their factory default values.

Troubleshooting and Service

Error Code Reference

Lists and explains error codes that may appear during calibration and their causes.

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem/Cause/Correction Table

Table detailing common problems, their possible causes, and corrective actions.

Service and Support

Service Request Information

Provides contact information and shipping address for requesting technical assistance or service.

Mounting Template

Mounting Hole Specifications

Shows the locations and size of mounting holes required for installation.

Cutout Area Dimensions

Indicates the dimensions for the cutout area on the fume hood for mounting.

AirGard 335 Specifications

Digital Display Specifications

Describes the 3-digit, 7-segment LCD with status indicators and bargraph.

Display Unit and Range

Explains user-selectable units (fpm/m/s) and the operational display range.

Measurement Accuracy and Resolution

Defines the accuracy and resolution of airflow velocity measurements.

Alarm and Delay Settings

Details alarm ranges, configurable delays, and horn silence options.

Visual and Audible Indicators

Describes the LED indications for alarm, caution, and normal states, and the alarm sound level.

Output and Input Features

Covers alarm relay output, emergency purge, external alarm, and sash override inputs.

Calibration and Physical Specs

States calibration requirement and provides instrument dimensions and mounting cutout size.

Operating and Storage Conditions

Lists recommended temperature, humidity, and storage conditions for the monitor.

Power Requirement Details

Specifies the voltage range and power supply details for the monitor.