Ashcroft A-Series - Miniature Explosion Proof Switch User Manual
Ashcroft Measuring instruments

Installation and Maintenance Instructions
for Ashcroft A-Series Miniature
Explosion Proof Pressure Switches
INTRODUCTION
The APS and APA pressure switch have 316 stainless steel
housing and process connections. The APS has a factory fixed
setpoint which cannot be changed in the field. The APA is field
adjustable and can easily be adjusted by following the instruc-
tions in the diaphragm above.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The APS and APA switch is available with wire leads and con-
duit connections. Refer to the figure on other side for wiring
color codes.
• Only trained and skilled personnel are allowed to attach the
wires to the electrical terminals of the switch.
• Cable couplers, glands and conduit connectors must have the
correct electrical approvals as required by local electrical codes.
• The ground wire/connector is connected to the switch housing.
MICRO SWITCH RATINGS
CODE
VAC RATING
VDC RATING
H
5A @ 125/250VAC
5A @ 28Vdc resistive
3A @ 28Vdc inductive
P
3A @ 125VAC
2A @ 30Vdc resistive
G
0.1 A @ 125VAC
0.1A @ 30Vdc resistive
L
1A @125VAC
1A @ 28Vdc resistive
0.5A @ 28Vdc inductive
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I&M009-10046 (250-2966) Rev. 07/13
SLIDE COVER DOWN TO ACCESS
SETPOINT ADJUSTMENT SLIDE COVER
UP TO CLOSE AND SEAL ADJUSTMENT
ROTATE LEFT <
TO INCREASE SETPOINT
ROTATE RIGHT >
TO DECREASE SETPOINT
Ø .095 OR SMALLER TOOL
REQUIRED TO ROTATE NUT
APA
APA
APS
L O O K F O R T H E S E M A R K S O N O U R P R O D U C T S
Sira 13ATEX1123X
IECEx
CSA 13.0015X
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