™ DigiTrace ™ DigiTrace R AMC-F5 Fixed set-point freeze-protection thermostat for nonhazardous locations Installation Instructions 3.2 in. 1.1 in. (28 mm) hole (81 mm) for 3/4 in. conduit 0.3 in. 0.2 in. (6 mm) 2.5 in. top of box (8 mm) (2X) (64 mm) 0.3 in. (8 mm) 4.5 in. (114 mm) 3.1 in. 5.2 in. (80 mm) (132 mm) Ø.2" (6 mm) 3.2 in. (81 mm) mounting hole (2X) Description The AMC-F5 thermostat is designed for con- nonadjustable set point of 40°F (4.4°C) and or it can be used to control a contactor coil. trolling freeze protection heat-tracing circuits can be used in an ambient-sensing mode in ordinary areas. The thermostat has a fixed (with capillary coiled) or a line-sensing mode, Specifications Enclosure NEMA 4X, UV-resistant thermoplastics Entries One 3/4 in. through hole Set point 40°F (4.4°C) nonadjustable Sensor exposure limits –30°F to 140°F (–34°C to 60°C) Housing exposure limits –30°F to 140°F (–34°C to 60°C) Switch SPST Electrical rating 22 A at 125/250/480 Vac Accuracy ±3°F (±1.7°C) Deadband 2°F to 12°F (1.1°C to 6.7°C) above actuation temperature Set point repeatability ±3°F (±1.7°C) Sensor type Fluid-filled (silicone) bulb and 2.5 ft (0.8 m) capillary Sensor material Tin-plated copper 2 Connection Two 14 AWG (2 mm ) pigtails, one ground screw Additional Materials Required Wire nuts, AT-180 aluminum tape (for line-sensing applications) Approvals WARNING: This component is an electrical device. It must important warnings and carefully follow all the based on the use of specified parts only. Do be installed correctly to ensure proper opera- installation instructions. not use substitute parts or vinyl electrical tape tion and to prevent shock or fire. Read these Component approvals and performance are to make connections. 2 AMC-F5 Installation Instructions Installing the Thermostat 1. Verify that the thermostat is suitable for 3. Mount the unit in a position that pre- the area where it is to be installed. vents condensation from draining into the enclosure from the connecting con- 2. Check the line voltage and the heat-trac- duit, (see diagram at left). MFD BY BARKSDALE CONTROLS FOR DigiTracve™ TEMP. MO. ® ing load to ensure that the thermostat R & REG. EQUIP. LISTED AMC-F5 FIXED SET POINT THERMOSTAT 22 AMPS @ 125, 250 & 480 VAC NEMA 4X SWITCH TYPE SP-DT SETPOINT: 40°F (5°C) DECREASING Chemelex Division Raychem Corporation Menlo Park, CA 94025-1164 ratings are not exceeded. Conduit drain Positioning (Ambient) 4. Mount ambient-sensing units in the tion that is exposed to warm air cur- area exposed to the coldest temperature rents or direct sunlight. and most wind. Do not mount on the side of a warm building or in a loca- Positioning the Sensor Bulb 5. Position the bulb in the lower quadrant 7. For metal-tank-wall sensing, use the (Line Sensing) of the pipe as shown in the diagrams to BCK-35 bulb clamp (purchased sepa- the left. Place the bulb at least three rately from Raychem) and install the feet from pipe supports, valves, or clamp per the instructions provided. Single traced other heat sinks; protect the capillary Make sure there is no air space 90° Heating cable from kinks or bends less than 1⁄2 inch between the tank wall and the bulb. Control thermostat bulb in radius. AT-180 tape For installation on plastic tanks, contact 6. Tape the bulb firmly to the pipe with AT- Tyco Thermal Controls at (800) 545-6258. 180 aluminum tape, making sure there is Double traced no air space between the bulb and pipe. Do not overlap the bulb and heating Heating cable Control thermostat bulb cable with the same piece of AT-180 AT-180 tape tape. Wiring Power Supply Power Supply GFEPD GFEPD 120-V supply – 120-V heating cable or Ø Ø 208-V or 240-V supply G N N N Ø Ø Ø A B C A B C 208-V supply – 240-V heating cable or G N Ø 120-V supply Purple wire C Control Purple thermostat wire NC Blue C Control wire thermostat C NC Blue wire 120-V or 240-V coil Power Thermostat bulb G connection (see "Positioning" instructions above Thermostat bulb mounting details) Braid (see "Positioning" instructions above Braid Heating mounting details) cable A Heating Heating cable B Cable Heating cable C Figure 1. Heat-tracing control Figure 2. Contactor control For switching heat-tracing loads greater than 22 A or switching multiple heat-tracing circuits. Worldwide Headquarters Important: All information, including illustrations, is believed to be reliable. Users, however, should Tyco Thermal Controls independently evaluate the suitability of each product for their particular application. Tyco Thermal Controls 300 Constitution Drive makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information, and disclaims any liability regarding Menlo Park, CA 94025-1164 its use. Tyco Thermal Controls' only obligations are those in the Tyco Thermal Controls Standard Terms and USA Conditions of Sale for this product, and in no case will Tyco Thermal Controls or its distributors be liable for Tel(800) 545-6258 any incidental, indirect, or consequential damages arising from the sale, resale, use, or misuse of the product. Fax (650) 474-7517 Specifications are subject to change without notice. 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