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MSA FlameGard 5 Test Lamp Instruction Manual

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FlameGard® 5
Test Lamp
The information and technical data disclosed in
this document may be used and disseminated
only for the purposes and to the extent
specifically authorized in writing by MSA.
Instruction Manual
MSA reserves the right to change published
specifications and designs without prior notice.
Part No.
Revision
MAN5TL-EU
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  • Page 1 MSA. Instruction Manual MSA reserves the right to change published specifications and designs without prior notice. Part No. MAN5TL-EU Revision...
  • Page 2 MANUFACTURED BY: Mine Safety Appliances Company 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive Cranberry Township, PA 16066 USA The manufacturer or the European Authorized Representative MSA AUER GmbH , Thiemannstraße 1 , D-12059 Berlin FlameGard 5 Test Lamp declares that the product based on the EC-Type Examination Certificate : Sira 10 ATEX1364 complies with the ATEX directive 94/9/EC, Annex III.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Cleaning the Sapphire Window....................14 Recharging the Battery ......................15 Obtaining Service........................15 Warranty..........................15 6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE....................17 7.0 CUSTOMER SUPPORT......................18 MSA Office ................. Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert. Other Sources for Help ......................18 8.0 APPENDIX..........................19 Specifications ...........................19 8.1.2 Regulatory Agencies ....................19 8.1.3...

  • Page 4: Format Conventions

    FlameGard 5 Test Lamp About This Manual This manual provides instructions for operating, and maintaining the MSA FlameGard 5 Test Lamp. The intended audience includes installation personnel, field service technicians, and other technical staff involved in using the Test Lamp.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    All information contained in this instruction manual applies only to the setup and operation of the FlameGard 5 Test Lamp with flame detectors provided by MSA. The sale of the test lamp does not license the user to reproduce MSA drawings or to utilize any information contained in this manual without prior written permission.
  • Page 6 RED LED will stay on for 60 seconds. It will continue to do so until the battery has been fully charged. Since the FlameGard 5 Test Lamp goes to fault mode when a charger is plugging in and no battery is present, you must plug in the battery before the charger.

  • Page 7: Test Lamp Operating Principle

    A variety of flashing test patterns, selectable through a rotary switch, allows the FlameGard 5 Test Lamp to check the operation of MSA flame detectors. When the specific flashing pattern for a given type of flame detector is appropriately selected, the test lamp triggers the alarm or...

  • Page 8: Quick Start Guide

    Please refer to Section 5.3 for complete recharging instructions. It is mandatory that the FlameGard 5 Test Lamp be kept on charge when not in use to prevent excessive battery discharge. The batteries may be charged an average of 500 times before the battery pack is replaced.

  • Page 9: Test Lamp Components

    (Do not operate the Test Lamp in factory mode. Damage may result to the Test Lamp) 3.4 Rechargeable Battery The FlameGard 5 Test Lamp is powered by a 12V rechargeable battery. It is mandatory to keep the test lamp docked with its battery charger when the test lamp is not being used. This will increase the expected life of the battery and will always keep the test lamp available for immediate use.

  • Page 10: Push Button

    ON / OFF button is accidentally bumped on. 3.7 Aluminum Case and Cap The FlameGard 5 Test Lamp red aluminum housing is explosion proof for use in hazardous locations (8.1.3). It can also be used for general-purpose, non-hazardous applications. 3.8 Battery Charge State Indicator The tri-color LED affixed to the gold parabolic reflector displays the charge state of the battery.

  • Page 11: Use And Operation

    FlameGard 5 Test Lamp 4.0 Use and Operation Figure 4: Reflector Mounting in Body Set screw (lock) Corresponding holes on FlameGard 5 Test lamp body Cap assy Charging plug Mounting screws on reflector Piezo ON/OFF switch...
  • Page 12 MSA flame detectors FlameGard 5 MSIR and FlameGard 5 UV/IR. Using a fully charged FlameGard 5 Test Lamp, stand up to the distance specified in Table 2 from the flame detector to be tested and aim the FlameGard 5 Test Lamp 5 directly into the detector window.
  • Page 13 FlameGard 5 FlameGard 5 MSIR enters test Sensitivity) MSIR mode [5.5 m] FlameGard 5 8 (Low Sensitivity) FlameGard 5 MSIR enters test MSIR [2.5 m] mode Table 2: Detector Test Mode Initiation or/Detector Alarm Trigger with FlameGard 5 Test Lamp...

  • Page 14: Test Lamp Maintenance And Warranty

    This will be indicated by a flashing red indicator at the front of the lamp. The unit should be returned to MSA for a replacement battery. If the test lamp is to be discarded, the battery must be recycled at this point.

  • Page 15: Recharging The Battery

    MSA will void the warranty. MSA warrants the FlameGard 5 Test Lamp and the accessory battery charger to be free from defects in workmanship or material under normal use and service within two (2) years from the date of shipment.
  • Page 16 FlameGard 5 Test Lamp supplied by MSA. The customer will assume all liability for the misuse of this equipment by its employees or other personnel. All warranties are contingent upon proper use in the application for which the product was...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    This section is intended to be a guide in correcting problems, which may arise in the field. MSA should be contacted for assistance if the corrective action listed does not eliminate the problem.

  • Page 18: Customer Support

    Please, contact your local MSA representative (see last page). 7.2 Other Sources for Help MSA provides extensive documentation, white papers, and product literature for the company’s complete line of safety products. Many of these documents are available online at the MSA website at http://www.msanet.com.

  • Page 19: Appendix

    See Table 2 for maximum distance per flame detector model 8.1.1.1 Regulatory Agency Approvals 8.1.2 Regulatory Agencies The FlameGard 5 Test Lamp is certified by the following regulatory agencies: ATEX – Hazardous Locations • Canadian Standards Association (CSA) – Hazardous Locations...

  • Page 20: Classification Area And Protection Methods

    FlameGard 5 Test Lamp 8.1.3 Classification Area and Protection Methods The FlameGard 5 Test Lamp is certified as follows: Protection Method Ex d IIB+H2 T4 • Area Classifications Class I, Division 1 and 2, Groups C and D • Conforms With Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC) •...

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