Please read and save these instructions for future reference. Read carefully before attempting to assemble,
install, operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety
information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage!
Vari-Flow Air Management System
General Safety Information
Only qualified personnel should install this unit.
Personnel should have a clear understanding of these
instructions and should be aware of general safety
precautions. Improper installation can result in electric
shock, possible injury due to coming in contact with
moving parts, as well as other potential hazards. Other
considerations may be required if high winds or seismic
activity are present. If more information is needed,
contact a licensed professional engineer before moving
forward.
1. Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as
the National Electrical Code (NEC), the National Fire
Protection Agency (NFPA), where applicable. Follow
the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) in Canada.
2. Do not allow the power cable to kink or come in
contact with oil, grease, hot surfaces, or chemicals.
Replace cord immediately if damaged.
3. Verify that the power source is compatible with the
equipment.
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WARNING
Electrical shock hazard. Can cause equipment
damage, personal injury or death. Service must only
be performance by personal that are knowledgeable
in the operation of the equipment being controlled.
DANGER
Always disconnect power before working on or near a
unit. Lock and tag the disconnect switch or breaker to
prevent accidental power up.
CAUTION
When servicing the unit, variable frequency drives
may be hot enough to cause pain or injury. Allow
motor to cool before servicing.
CAUTION
It is the responsibility of the installer to make sure
both electrical and gas appliances shut down in
the event of a fire or in the event of a power loss to
the building when this sequence is required by the
authority having jurisdiction.
Controller Setup and Tutorial ................ 13-14
Menus
A.
B.
C.
D.
G.
H.
Keypad Navigation and Information ..............24
Touchscreen Navigation .................... 25-26
General Information .........................26
Settings ............................... 26-27
Configuration ..............................28
Information ...............................29
Troubleshooting .............................30
Maintenance Log .............................31
Our Commitment .............................32
On/Off Unit ........................15
Setpoint ..........................16
Clock/Scheduler ....................17
Input/Output .......................17
Service ........................18-21
Manufacturer ................... 21-23
Receiving
Upon receiving the product, check to make sure all
items are accounted for by referencing the bill of lading
to ensure all items were received. Notify the carrier if
any damage is noticed. The carrier will make notification
on the delivery receipt acknowledging any damage to
the product. All damage should be noted on all of the
copies of the bill of lading which is countersigned by the
delivering carrier. If damaged upon arrival, file a claim
with the carrier. Any physical damage to the unit after
acceptance is not the responsibility of the manufacturer.
Unpacking
Verify that all required parts and the correct quantity of
each item have been received. If any items are missing,
report shortages to your local representative to arrange
for obtaining missing parts.
Storage
If a kitchen fan control center must be stored prior to
installation, it must be protected from dirt and moisture.
Indoor storage is highly recommended. For outdoor
storage, cover the control package with a tarp to keep it
clean, dry, and protected from UV (ultraviolet) radiation
damage.
NOTE
Improper storage which results in damage to the unit
will void the warranty.
Handling
Make sure the equipment does not suffer any heavy
vibration or knocks.
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Installation
Control Box Mounting
1. Locate an area with enough space to mount the
control box and fasten to the wall.
NOTE
Control Box may be factory mounted. If so, continue
to the next section.
NOTE
If the Vari-Flow system is equipped with static
pressure controls it will be located in the Vari-Flow
cabinet, therefore this control box should be mounted
in the space to be controlled. If the control box is
mounted outside of this space, please refer to the
Pneumatic Static Pressure Kit Installation Instructions.
4. Insert the compression seal into the hole from
the inside of the hood making sure the gasket is
placed on the fitting before inserting it into the hole.
Place the octagon box and J-box plate provided
over the fitting on the top of the hood, keeping the
fitting centered in the box. Install the lock washer
and 1-1/2inch nut on the threaded portion of the
compression seal and tighten securely.
1/4 inch Compression Seal
Gasket
J-Box Plate
Resistive Temperature Detector(s)
(RTD) Mounting
NOTE
Resistive temperature detector(s) may be factory
installed. If so, continue to the next section.
1. Locate flat area(s) at the top interior of the hood in
front of the filters, towards the front of the hood.
Exhaust Area
Sensor Install
Cut Out Area
Supply Area (optional)
Top View of Exhaust Hood
2. Cut a 3/4-inch diameter hole into the top of the
capture tank. Make sure the resistive temperature
detector(s) will not interfere with fire system nozzles
and is not within 12 inches of light fixtures.
Temperature
Sensor
Lock Washer
Nut
Octagon Cover
5. Insert the resistive temperature detector (RTD) into
compression seal and tighten to 35 ft-lbs.
6. Place octagon cover onto J-box plate and fasten it.
NOTE
All field installation and wiring of electrical equipment
must be done to meet NEC and local codes.
.75 to .875 inch
diameter hole
Hood
Surface
3. Center the octagon extension over the hole on the
hood surface.
Octagon
Extension
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Pneumatic Static Pressure Kit
- if equipped
NOTE
The Vari-Flow system may not be provided with the
static pressure controls, if not move onto the next
section.
1. Locate the Dwyer static pressure sensor outside of
the building in a secure location free from as many
obstructions as possible.
2. Refer to the instruction manual with the static
pressure sensor for installation and operation details.
3. Once the static pressure probe is mounted, run vinyl
tubing from the probe back to the control panel and
coil the excess tubing. Do not kink or trim the tubing.
4. If the control panel is located in the space to be
controlled, go to the next section. If the control panel
is mounted remotely from the space to be controlled,
continue to step 5.
5. Run 1/4 inch virgin poly tubing (by others) from the
sensor in the control panel to a secure location in the
space to be controlled.
Keypad Mounting
NOTE
The keypad may be factory mounted. If so, continue
to the Electrical Connections section.
1. For systems with remote controls or keypad, a 35,
75, or 150 foot RJ25 cable is supplied to connect
the keypad to the controls. The cable is plenum
rated and does not need to be run through conduit
unless required by local codes. If the keypad is to be
mounted further away than the cable that is received,
additional cable will be needed. Additional cable is
available at the lengths mentioned above.
Keypad Mounting Diagram
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Touch Screen Mounting - if equipped
Electrical Connections
NOTE
The touch screen may be factory mounted. If so,
continue to the Electrical Connections section.
1. For systems with remote controls or touch screen,
two 35, 75, or 150 foot sets of cables are supplied to
connect the touch screen to the controls. The cables
are plenum rated and do not need to be run through
conduit unless required by local codes. If the keypad
is to be mounted further away than the cable that is
received, additional cable will be needed. Additional
cables are available at the lengths mentioned above.
Touch Screen Mounting Diagram
NOTE
All wiring of electrical equipment must be done to
meet NEC and local codes.
Power for Vari-Flow Cabinet
• 115 VAC, power for controls (Terminals H and N)
CONTROL INPUT:
115 VAC, 15 AMPS FROM BREAKER
H
N
Power for Lights
• 115 VAC, power for hood lights, one per light circuit
(Terminals H1, N1 | H2, N2 | H3, N3 | H4, N4)
• 115 VAC, power to lights, one per light circuit
(Terminals B1, W1 | B2, W2 | B3, W3 | B4, W4)
EACH CANOPY LIGHTING CIRCUIT MUST NOT EXCEED 15A TOTAL CURRENT
LIGHT CIRCUIT 1: 115 VAC, 15 AMPS FROM BREAKER
R1
11
H1W1B1
BK 14GA
H2B2N2W2
14
HOOD LIGHT
RELAY 1
LIGHT CIRCUIT 2: 115 VAC, 15 AMPS FROM BREAKER
R2
11
14
HOOD LIGHT
RELAY 2
HOOD LIGHT(S)
HOOD LIGHT(S)
WH 14GABK 14GABK 14GA
WH 14GABK 14GA
G
N1
G
LIGHT CIRCUIT 3: 115 VAC, 15 AMPS FROM BREAKER
R3
11
BK 14GABK 14GA
H3B3N3W3
BK 14GABK 14GA
H4B4N4W4
14
HOOD LIGHT
RELAY 3
LIGHT CIRCUIT 4: 115 VAC, 15 AMPS FROM BREAKER
R4
11
14
HOOD LIGHT
RELAY 4
HOOD LIGHT(S)
HOOD LIGHT(S)
WH 14GA
WH 14GA
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Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) - if equipped
NOTE
If electrically commutated motors are being used,
VFDs will not be needed.
1. Bring power to the input of each VFD from a
dedicated power source using conduit to the
NEMA-1 enclosure on the bottom of the drive. Each
power source shall be of the same voltage as the
respective fan and of a high enough amp rating to
handle the full load amp draw of the respective fan.
NOTE
The VFD motor overload parameter (E2-01) need to
be set to the motor nameplate FLA. Refer to the Quick
Start Guide from Yaskawa (pages 83-89) for setting
these parameters on the Yaskawa drive.
NOTE
Be sure to use appropriately sized wire for the full load
amp draw.
2. To avoid interference between the conductors,
separate conduit from the VFD output to the input
power of the fan must be used for each fan.
Vari-Green® Fan Wiring - if equipped
• 24 VAC from Vari-Flow to Vari-Green motor control
wire, black (Terminal E__-24)
• 0-10 VDC Speed Reference from Vari-Flow to
Vari-Green motor control wire, red (Terminal E__S+)
• Common from Vari-Flow to Vari-Green motor control
wire, white (Terminal E__S-)
This is an example of Exhaust Fan 1 provided with a Vari-Green motor.
R+
RS+
S2
SIG
OFF
L3
L2L1
LINE
Each variable frequency drive must have the
LINE and LOAD wiring in separate conduit
VFD-F1-E
MARK: FAN MARK
VOLT/HP
MODBUS VFD
ADDRESS: X
T2T1
LOAD
T3
VFD Provided by Others, Control Wiring - if equipped
• Fault command from Vari-Flow to VFD provided by
• Run command from Vari-Flow to VFD provided by
• Speed reference from Vari-Flow to VFD provided by
MODBUS VFD
• Line power to VFD
• Load power from VFD to fan
This is an example of Exhaust Fan 1 provided with a VFD by others.
others (Terminal E__-FA, E__-FB)
others (Terminal E__-RA, E__-RB)
others (Terminal E__S+, E__S-)
E1-FA
E1-FB
E1-RA
E1-RB
E1-S+
E1-S-
NORMALLY OPEN
FAULT CONTACT
COMMON
RUN COMMAND
RUN COMMAND
SPEED REFERENCE +
SPEED REFERENCE -
L3
L2L1T3T2T1
VFD BY OTHERS
LINELOAD
VFD-F1-E
MARK: VFD BY
OTHERS
VOLT/PH
HP
VFD BY OTHERS
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Make-Up Air VFD in Vari-Flow Wiring - if equipped
• 24 VAC run command from Vari-Flow to make-up air
unit (Terminals S__-42, S__-43)
• Tempering status from Vari-Flow to make-up air unit
(Terminals S__-44, S__-45)
• Line power to VFD input, bottom left of VFD
(Terminals L1, L2, L3)
• Load power from VFD output, bottom right of VFD to
make-up air disconnect (Terminals T1, T2, T3)
Make-up air unit requires separate 115 VAC control
power circuit.
THIS LAST VFD IN
R+
MODBUS LINE MUST
HAVE THE END OF
R-
LINE RESISTOR
SWITCHED ON
S+
S2
S-
ON
IG
L2L1
L3
VFD-F2-S
MARK: MUA - VFD
VAV
VOLT/PH
HP
MODBUS VFD
ADDRESS: X
T3
T2T1
MODBUS VFDMUA UNIT
Make-Up Air VFD in Make-Up Air Wiring - if equipped
• 24 VAC run command from Vari-Flow to make-up air
unit (Terminals S__-42, S__-43)
• Tempering status from Vari-Flow to make-up air unit
(Terminals S__-44, S__-45)
• 0-10 VDC speed reference from Vari-Flow to
make-up air unit (Terminals S__-46, S__-47)
Power for make-up air goes directly to make-up air unit.
S1-42
S1-43
S1-44
S1-45
S1-46
S1-47
24 VAC RUN
24 VAC COM
TEMPERING STATUS
TEMPERING STATUS
SPEED REFERENCE +
SPEED REFERENCE -
NOTE: CONTROL POWER FOR
MUA GOES DIRECTLY FROM
BREAKER PANEL TO MUA.
MARK: MUA - VFD
VFD IN MUA UNIT
(0-10 VDC)
VFD-F2-S
MUA
VOLT/PH
HP
MUA - VFD IN UNIT
S2-42
S2-43
S2-44
S2-45
LINE
RUN
24 VAC
COM
TEMPERING STATUS
TEMPERING STATUS
SEPARATE CONTROL POWER
TO UNIT REQUIRED
LOAD
DISCONNECT IN UNIT
MAKE UP AIR UNIT
CONTROL WIRING
MARK: MUA - VFD
VAV
F2-S
This is an example of Supply Fan 1 being a
make-up air with VFD in the Vari-Flow.
being a make-up air with VFD in the make-up air unit.
This is an example of Supply Fan 1
Auto Tempering - if equipped
• Auto Heat/Cool enable
(Terminals S1-R, S1-W1, S1-Y1)
S1-42
S1-43
S1-44
S1-45
S1-46
S1-47
S1-R
S1-W1
S1-Y1
24 VAC RUN
24 VAC COM
TEMPERING STATUS
TEMPERING STATUS
SPEED REFERENCE +
SPEED REFERENCE CONTROL COMMON
HEAT
COOL
NOTE: CONTROL POWER FOR
MUA GOES DIRECTLY FROM
BREAKER PANEL TO MUA.
This is an example of Supply Fan 1 with auto tempering.
MARK: MUA - VFD
VFD IN MUA UNIT
(0-10 VDC)
VFD-F2-S
VOLT/PH
MUA
HP
MUA - VFD IN UNIT
Fire System Microswitch
• Fire system microswitch common to Vari-Flow
(Terminal C1)
• Fire system microswitch normally closed contact to
Vari-Flow (Terminal NC1)
C1NC1
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Resistive Temperature Detectors (RTD)
Wire the two leads of the sensors to be designated
terminals in the control panel as shown below. This is
determined by the number of temperature sensors on
the job (1-10 sensors). The two wires of the sensor are
not polarity sensitive. If more than one hood is being
controlled, be sure that the appropriate sensor is wired
to the appropriate terminals as depicted on the job
specific wiring diagram.
NOTE
The RTD’s should not be exposed to direct flame. The
RTD’s are rated up to 250°F
CAUTION
Exposing the sensor to direct flame may render the
sensor inoperable and will void the warranty.
Temperature Sensors* - installed in hood
• Temperature Sensor T1 to Vari-Flow
(Terminals T1-A, T1-B)
Refer to table (example below) to cross reference the
temperature sensor and the hood mark.
*Repeat based on the number of temperature sensors.
(Terminals T2-A, T2-B | T3-A, T3-B | T4-A, T4-B | T5A, T5-B | T6-A, T6-B | T7-A, T7-B | T8-A, T8-B | T9-A,
T9-B| T10-A, T10-B)
T1
T1-AT1-B
T2-A
T3-A
T4-AT4-B
T5-AT5-B
T6-A
T7-A
T8-A
T9-A
T10-A
T3
T5
T7
T9
T2
T4
T6
T8
T10
T2-B
T3-B
T6-B
T7-B
T8-B
T9-B
T10-B
Keypad - if equipped
• Connect provided cable from back of keypad to
CAREL® PCO5+ controller (Terminal J10)
CONNECT FACTORY PROVIDED RJ25 CABLE
TO J10 ON PCO5+ AND BACK OF KEYPAD
PCO5+ J10KEYPAD
35 Foot Cable Provided
75 or 150 Foot Cable is Optional
Touchscreen - if equipped
Power Wiring
• Connect provided 2-wire cable from Vari-Flow
(Terminals 24H, 24C) to touch screen
(Terminals G, GO)
Control Wiring
• Connect provided 3-wire cable from Vari-Flow
(Terminals -, +, GND) to touch screen
(Terminals -, +, GND)
Power Wiring
24C
24H
TOUCH
SCREEN
GO
G
Control Wiring
-
+
GND
TOUCH
SCREEN
-
+
GND
Remote Enable - if used
• Connect remote enable common and normally open
from BMS to Vari-Flow (Terminals RE-1A, RE-1B)
A closed contact will turn on all fans.
An open contact will turn off all fans.
NOTE: Temperature interlock will override the remote
enable input.
RE-1ARE-1B
NOTE: The Vari-Flow job specific temperature sensor
table is found in the wiring diagram located on the VariFlow panel door. This table is an example, do not use
for your specific job.
Sensors (Field Wiring)Related Fans
SensorHood MarkExhaust FansSupply Fans
T1Hood Mark Name 1F1-EF11-S
T2Hood Mark Name 2F2-EF11-S
T3Hood Mark Name 3F3-EF12-S
T4Hood Mark Name 4F4-EF12-S
T5Hood Mark Name 5F5-EF12-S
T6Hood Mark Name 6F6-EF13-S
T7Hood Mark Name 7F7-EF13-S
T8Hood Mark Name 8F8-EF14-S
T9Hood Mark Name 9F9-EF14-S
T10Hood Mark Name 10F10-EF14-S
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Shunt Trip - if used
• 115 VAC from Vari-Flow to shunt trip breaker coil
(provided by others) (Terminals STH, STN)
Voltage across STH, STN when in fire will be 115 VAC
Voltage across STH, STN when not in fire will be 0 VAC
STHSTN
STB
Electric Gas Valve with Gas Reset - if equipped
• 115 VAC from Vari-Flow to gas solenoid
(Terminals SVH, SVN)
Voltage across SVH, SVN when in fire will be 0 VAC
Voltage across SVH, SVN when not in fire and turn on
will be 115 VAC
SVHSVN
SV1
SV2
Spare Fire Relay Contacts - if equipped
• Power to common (Terminal C3)
• Power out, normally open, closed in fire
(Terminal NO3)
• Power out, normally closed, open in fire
(Terminal NC3)
• Power to common (Terminal C4)
• Power out, normally open, closed in fire
(Terminal NO4)
• Power out, normally closed, open in fire
(Terminals NC4)
(Can be used for shunt trip, alarms, etc.)
C3
A
B
NO3
NC3
121411
R6
A
B
C4
NO4
NC4
222421
R6
High Temperature Alarm Contacts - if equipped
• Power to common (Terminal HT-C)
• Power out, normally closed, open in high
temperature alarm (Terminal HT-NC)
• Power out, normally open, closed in high
temperature alarm (Terminal HT-NO)
(Can be used for shunt trip, alarms, etc.)
HT-C
A
B
A: Closed with power at H & N and high temperature
alarm inactive, closed with no power
B: Open with power at H & N and high temperature
alarm active, open with no power
HT-NC
HT-NO
222421
R13
Airflow Proving Switch(es) (provided by others) - if
equipped
• Common and normally open from supply fan 1 air
proving switch to Vari-Flow (Terminals AP-1A, AP-1B)
• Common and normally open from supply fan 2 air
proving switch to Vari-Flow (Terminals AP-2A, AP-2B)
• Common and normally open from supply fan 3 air
proving switch to Vari-Flow (Terminals AP-3A, AP-3B)
• Common and normally open from supply fan 4 air
proving switch to Vari-Flow (Terminals AP-4A, AP-4B)
NOTE: Airflow proving switch(es) are not provided with
the Vari-Flow system.
AP-1AAP-1B
AP-2AAP-2B
AP-3AAP-3B
AP-4AAP-4B
AIR PROVING SUPPLY FAN 1
AIR PROVING SUPPLY FAN 2
AIR PROVING SUPPLY FAN 3
AIR PROVING SUPPLY FAN 4
A: Open with power at H & N and fire system armed closed on
fire or no power
B: Closed with power at H & N and fire system armed open on
fire or no power
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Wash Interface - if equipped
• Wash input from waterwash control panel (WWCP) to
Vari-Flow (Terminals WI-1A, WI-1B)
• Wash output from Vari-Flow to Grease Grabber H
O
2
or WWCP (Terminals WO-1A, WO-1B)
• Low detergent input from Grease Grabber H
O or
2
WWCP to Vari-Flow (Terminals WD-1A, WD-1B)
WASH FAN ENABLE/DISABLE
WI-1AWI-1B
WD-1AWD-1B
WO-1A
WO-1B
WASH DETERGENT
WASH OUTPUT
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Vari-Flow Connection Checklist
Power for Vari-Flow Cabinet
Connect 115 VAC power for controls (Terminals H, N)
Connect 115 VAC power for hood lights, one per light