Micropack FDS300 Safety Manual

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FDS300
VISUAL FLAME
DETECTOR
SAFETY & TECHNICAL
MANUAL
Ref: 2401.6000
micropack.co.uk

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  • Page 1   FDS300 VISUAL FLAME DETECTOR SAFETY & TECHNICAL MANUAL Ref: 2401.6000 micropack.co.uk...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3.3.2 Relay Output 3.3.3 Internal Inter-connections Installation Checklist 3.4.1 Mechanical 3.4.2 Electrical System Design Guidelines Power Supply Cable Selection 4.2.1 DC Power This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 3 FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Application Guidelines Positioning Requirements Detection Coverage Exposure to Flare Radiation Optical Contamination Enclosed Areas Detector Sensitivity Maintenance and Commissioning Procedure Functional Testing Fault Finding Removal of the Electronics...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Flame simulation tester to verify operation from distances of 3-8 metres, removing the need for scaffolding or ladders. • FDS300 can operate via a standard 3 or 4 wire termination. This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Safety Instructions For the correct and effective use of this equipment, to maintain safety and avoid hazards it is essential that you read and understand these instructions fully, act accordingly BEFORE installing, operating or maintaining the equipment.
  • Page 6: Cautions

    Installation must be done by trained personnel. Caution To prevent unwanted actuation or alarm, extinguishing devices must be inhibited/isolated prior to performance testing or maintenance. This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 7 The FS301 flame simulator can be used to verify correct detector positioning and coverage. • The FDS300 has one sensitivity setting, this is factory set, and no changes can be made to set-up except by fully trained Micropack engineers. •...
  • Page 8: Installation

    The enclosure comprises the front enclosure cover (including the faceplate window), the rear enclosure cover, the enclosure body (with certification label), and the mounting bracket. This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 9: Mounting & Orientation

    FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Mounting & Orientation The mounting bracket allows the detector’s vertical orientation to be adjusted from 0 to 45°, and allows a horizontal rotation of +/-45°. Figure 1: Detector Mounting Bracket & Orientation...
  • Page 10 When mounting on a wall in this orientation allow for the cable gland and cable as this may restrict the downward rotation of the detector. This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 11: Wiring Procedure

    FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Wiring Procedure The wiring terminals are located in the rear section of the detector enclosure and are accessible by removal of the end cap. The front section of the enclosure should only be accessed by trained personnel.
  • Page 12: 4-20Ma Output

    Figure 5: 3 Wire Terminations Table 1: Current Level Output Indicators Factory Fixed Values Current Output Event Power/Detector Fault Optical Fault Healthy 18mA Alarm 21mA Over-range This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 13: Relay Output

    FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 3.32 Relay Output The following wiring connection diagrams shows wiring the detector when a relay output is required. Figure 6: 2 Pair Termination NOTE: EOL and Alarm resistors values are defined by the client and the control system/fire panel which the detectors are being integrated into micropack.co.uk...
  • Page 14: Internal Inter-Connections

    The following diagram shows the internal inter-connections of the alarm and fault relay contacts and jumpers. Each field connection is listed on this diagram for clarity. Figure 7: FDS300 Internal Inter-connections This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 15: Installation Checklist

    The supporting structure must allow for horizontal adjustment of the detector orientation. The support structure should be in place prior to detector installation. Information on mounting is available from Micropack (Engineering) Limited. The threaded flame path of the enclosure cover and body must be protected from damage during installation.
  • Page 16: System Design Guidelines

    Table 3: AWG Conversions Cross Sectional Area (mm2) American Wire Gauge (AWG) Typical Conductor Resistance per km (3280 ft.) DC Ohms /km @ 20°C (approximate) This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 17: Application Guidelines

    FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Application Guidelines In considering the application of the detector it is important to know of any conditions that may prevent the detector from responding. The detector provides reliable response to visible flames within its field of view, and insensitivity to common false alarm sources.
  • Page 18: Detection Coverage

    LED on the face of the detector. The optical fault condition indicates that the detector requires cleaning or service. The optical fault indication is self-clearing. This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 19: Enclosed Areas

    The detector sensitivity to different fuel sources is dependent on the apparent size of the flame, the detectors typical response is shown below (see table 4). Table 4: Typical FDS300 Response Characteristics Fuel Fire Size...
  • Page 20: Maintenance And Commissioning

    It is advisable to regularly review maintenance reports and adapt the maintenance period to the operating environment. This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 21 FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Step Periodic Inspection and Maintenance Suggested Interval General Inspection and maintenance of the detector and faceplate 6 monthly 6-14 Specific inspection and maintenance of the detector enclosure...
  • Page 22: Functional Testing

    Detector/simulator returns along with a written statement describing any fault should be sent to the address listed below: Micropack Engineering Repairs Ltd c/o Norcott Technologies Ltd Unit 1 Sunset Business Centre Widnes Cheshire WA8 0QR This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 23: Fault Finding

    If any fault is suspected within the electronics module the module is to be returned to Micropack for investigation and repair if required. Any faults should be reported to Micropack as per the instruction in section 6.2.
  • Page 24: Led Indication

    LED Colour Status Indicator Green Healthy Steady OFF 24V/0V Terminals Polarity Reversed Steady OFF No Power/Major Internal Fault Steady Yellow Fault Alarm This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 25: Power Fault

    FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Power Fault If the detector LED indicator is OFF then there may be a power supply fault, as shown below: Figure 10: Power Supply Diagnostic Chart...
  • Page 26: Technical Specification

    Support Fixings 2 x M8 Vertical Adjustment Degrees 0 to 45 Horizontal Adjustment Degrees Provided by support Axial (horizontal) Rotation Degrees +/-45 This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 27: Environmental Specification

    FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Environmental Specification Parameter Units Comment Operating Ambient Temperature °C - 60 + 85 Storage Ambient Temperature °C - 60 + 85 Relative Humidity % RH Condensing...
  • Page 28: Appendix A Acronyms, Terms & Abbreviations

    Nano Farad, Pico Farad – Capacitance Personal Computer (IBM PC Compatible) R or Ω Ohms (electrical resistance) Voltage Versus Watts (Wattage) This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
  • Page 29: Appendix B Help Us To Help You

    FDS300 Flame Detector FDS300 Safety and Technical Manual Ref: 2401.6000 Rev: 2.3 ECN: 4436 Appendix B - Help us to help you From: QA Department Micropack (Engineering) Limited Fire Training Centre Schoolhill, Portlethen AB12 4RR Tel: +44 (0) 1224 784055...
  • Page 30: Appendix C Field Of View

    Vertical Field of view to a 0.1 metre N-heptane pan fire with an alarm response time of less than 10 seconds 100%= 60 metres.. This document is strictly private and confidential, reproduction without Micropack approval is prohibited. © Micropack Engineering Ltd, 2015...
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