VESDA Commissioning Guide

VESDA
Commissioning Guide
December 2012
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Part Number: 30005
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Scope
The VESDA Commissioning Guide outlines the commissioning process for the VESDA system. It will guide
you through the commission process and the completion of commissioning documentation. The guide also
provides information on the approval and handover of commissioned VESDA systems.
The Commissioning Guide helps with the commissioning and management of the VESDA system.
This guide assumes that you have attended accredited VESDA training on commissioning and are
knowledgeable about the VESDA product range. This guide also assumes that you have an understanding of
the various aspects of an aspirating smoke detection systemand are fully aware of the local codes and
standards.
To commission the VESDA systemyou must have the necessary certification issued by Xtralis or an
authorized distributor. Commissioning before you receive the appropriate training may void the warranty.
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Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection
We strongly recommend that this document is read in conjunction with the appropriate local codes and standards
for smoke detection and electrical connections. This document contains generic product information and some
sections may not comply with all local codes and standards. In these cases, the local codes and standards must
take precedence. The information below was correct at time of printing but may now be out of date, check with your
local codes, standards and listings for the current restrictions.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures; re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna, increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver, connect the equipment to a power outlet which is on a different power circuit to the
receiver or consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
FDA
This VESDA product incorporates a laser device and is classified as a Class 1 laser product that complies with FDA
regulations 21 CFR 1040.10. The laser is housed in a sealed detector chamber and contains no serviceable parts.
The laser emits invisible light and can be hazardous if viewed with the naked eye. Under no circumstances should
the detector chamber be opened.
FM Hazardous Applications
3611 Hazardous Approval Warning: Exposure to some chemicals may degrade the sealing of relays used on the
detector. Relays used on the detector are marked TX2-5V, G6S-2-5V or EC2-5NU.
VESDA detectors must not be connected or disconnected to a PC while the equipment is powered in an FM
Division 2 hazardous (classified) location (defined by FM 3611).
FM Approved Applications
The product must be powered from VPS-100US-120 or VPS-100US-220 only.
ONORM F3014
ONORM F3014, transport times for all tubes (including capillaries) must not exceed 60 seconds from any hole. This
means that the pre-designed pipe networks that include capillaries cannot be used.
AS1603.8
The performance of this product is dependent upon the configuration of the pipe network. Any extensions or
modifications to the pipe network may cause the product to stop working correctly. You must check that ASPIRE2
approves alterations before making any changes. ASPIRE2 is available from your VESDA ASD distributor.
AS1851.1 2005
Maintenance Standards. Wherever this document and the AS1851.1 differ, AS1851.1 should be followed in
preference to this document.
European Installations
The product must use a power supply conforming to EN54: Part 4.
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction to VESDA Commissioning 3
2 The Commissioning Process 5
3 Pre-Commissioning 7
3.1 Before going to the Site 7
3.2 VESDA Commissioning Form- Prerequisites 7
3.3 Once on Site 7
4 System Configuration and Setting Thresholds 9
4.1 Generic Configuration (VLC, VLS, VLP) 9
4.2 Detector Specific Configuration Steps (VLC, VLS, VLP) 11
4.3 VESDA VFT-15 Detector Configuration 15
4.4 VESDA VLF Configuration 16
4.5 Documenting Configuration and Thresholds 16
5 System Integrity Test 19
5.1 Performance-based Smoke Testing 19
5.2 Testing Relay Function 23
5.3 Testing Devices 23
5.4 Documenting Test Results 23
6 Hand Over 25
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1 Introduction to VESDA Commissioning
Commissioning is the final stage of any VESDA systeminstallation. It forges together the elements of
designing and installing a pipe network, installing the detectors, cabling for power and communications, and
the powering up of the system. Your objective and outcome of the commissioning process is to provide a fully
functional VESDA systemthat matches your customers specification.
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2 The Commissioning Process
The commissioning process is a step by step process designed to systematically check and validate all the
operational aspects of the VESDA system. The process benchmarks the performance levels tailored for each
site and generates necessary documentation for the effective management and maintenance of the system.
The steps required in a typical commissioning are listed below.
Table 2-1: Commissioning process steps
Commissioning Step Action
1. Pre-Commissioning (Before going to the customer
site)
Gather site information
Obtain a copy of:
l Pipe network design records
l Pipe network installation form
l Site plans and pipe layout plans
Start to fill in:
l Commissioning forms
l Any regulatory forms required
2. Pre-Commissioning (Once you are on site) l Check cables
l Power up system
l Preliminary systemcheck
3. Configuration & Thresholds l Configure the system
l Set thresholds
l Record in commissioning form:
o
Settings
o
Pipe network specifications (or attach a
copy of the ASPIRE2 Installation Data
Pack)
4. Test the System l Sampling pipe network integrity
l Relay function
l Detectors
l Ancillary Devices
l Record results
l Performance tests
5. Hand Over l Complete commissioning forms and
attachments
l Forward copies along with attachments to all
relevant persons
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3 Pre-Commissioning
Pre-commissioning is split into two parts. The first set of tasks can be performed before you visit the
customer site. Gathering the information first will save you time once you reach the site as you will only visit
the site when you have all the materials required to complete the commissioning process.
3.1 Before going to the Site
Prior to starting the commissioning process, the commissioning engineer should study any design and
installation considerations for the site. Properly maintained pipe network design and installation records
should assist in providing most of the information. You must ensure that you have a copy of:
1. The site layout plans.
2. The "As Installed" drawings for the site.
3. Pipe network design records.
4. Pipe network installation record.
5. Relevant product and installation guides.
6. A set of VESDA commissioning forms.
7. Other forms required by the local codes and standards.
8. An LCD Programmer or a PC/Laptop with Xtralis VSC software and High Level Interface/Serial lead to
configure and commission the system. Where the PC/Laptop does not have a serial port, an RS232 to
USB converter is required.
9. Material for conducting an acceptable smoke test. Refer to Section 5.1.
10. Optional: Digital manometer (if sample hole pressure is required to be measured).
l Wide Bore networks: Max range 3kpa
l Narrow Bore networks:0.20kpa at the end of the recommended length of Microbore Tube.
You must be aware of the local codes and standards as applicable to the customer site.
3.2 VESDA Commissioning Form - Prerequisites
During the pre-commissioning stage you should complete the client and the site details in the Commissioning
Forms (Xtralis document number 12678).
Enter the following details:
l Customer Name
l Site address (formerly called a site zone)
l Installers Name
l Installers Address
l Type of Installation
l Your name and address
Note: Commissioning Forms are available in ASPIRE2 for supported detectors.
3.3 Once on Site
Once you have completed all the tasks required above you are ready to go to the site and complete the
commissioning.
3.3.1 Checking Cabling and Initial Powerup
Before commencing with the commissioning, check the electrical and VESDAnet cabling for the system.
Ensure that all electrical wiring is securely terminated at the relevant VESDA devices maintaining the correct
polarity. The product guides contain the details of how to correctly wire each detector. The systemshould be
connected to a power source supplying 24 VDC.
Caution: The VESDA systemwill not operate when the supply is reversed. Operating the VESDA device
when DC supply voltage is outside the voltage range of 18 VDC and 30 VDC may cause
damage to the device.
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Check that all electrical installations meet the requirements of local electrical codes and standards.
Data communication between detectors is done through VESDAnet. The communication between devices
connected to VESDAnet is bidirectional. The polarity must be maintained throughout the network. It is
recommended that RS 485 (Belden 9841 - 120 ohm) twisted pair cables (or similar) be used. You must ensure
that the VESDAnet is appropriately wired for a closed or an open-ended loop. Refer to the VESDA
Communications Guide for further information.
You should now powerup the system.
l The systemtakes approximately 15 seconds to power up
l If the systemor any detector on the VESDAnet fails to power up, re-check that all power wires are
securely connected to their respective terminals and the polarity is correctly maintained
During power up different things will occur on different detectors at different times:
l For all detectors, the aspirator starts to spin and suck air
l VESDA VLP and VESDA VLS detectors that have the LCD Programmer module fitted will display the
word VESDA
l VESDA VLP, VESDA VLS or VESDA VLC detectors that have a display module fitted or remotely
mounted will have the following indicators lit:
l Fire alarmthreshold indicators
l Smoke threshold levels on bar graph (if there is sufficient background levels)
l Two digit numerical display
l Various fault Indicators if there are any faults
l SystemOK indicator if there are no faults
l VESDA VLF detectors:
l First the Power and Fault lights appear
l Next, all parts of the display will light up
l Finally, just the Power light will be left on
l VESDA VLC detectors:
l Will light up and cycle LEDs on and off
l If a fault has been detected the FAULT LED indicator will remain lit
l If the systemis functioning normally the OK LED indicator will remain lit
The detector(s) may show faults immediately after power up and this is normal. Reset the detector(s) to
unlatch the relays and fault LEDs. The fault LEDs on any display connected to the systemwill light up (this is
normal).
If any of the above does not happen, refer to the product guide for that detector and check that the detector
and VESDAnet have been correctly installed.
3.3.2 Preliminary Systems Check
Conduct a preliminary systems check before you begin commissioning. The check can be conducted by
using a LCD Programmer or using Xtralis VSC software. The preliminary systems check should include
conducting a VESDAnet communications check for each detector.
At power up or when changing site requirements a range of faults will be generated. This is normal. To silence
the faults you can accept the factory defaults, but you MUST remember that you still need to configure the
detector to suit the customer site. For further information see the product guide for the detector or the VESDA
Troubleshooting Guide.
Change the settings to suit site requirements:
l Normalizing the air flow - Normalize the air flow using the LCD Programmer or Xtralis VSC Software
l Create smoke at the farthest sampling hole fromthe Detector to confirmthat the detector registers the
presence of smoke within the time anticipated by ASPIRE2 but also within the maximumtime according
to local codes and standards. This test should be conducted for each pipe to ensure that there is no
blockage or leakage in any of the sampling pipes
The LCD Programmer Guide and the Xtralis VSC Software Online Help explains how to carry out the
functions. For information on smoke tests please refer to Section 5.1.
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4 System Configuration and Setting Thresholds
Different detectors are configured in different ways.
For VESDA VLP, VESDA VLS and VESDA VLC please use the instructions for Generic Configuration in
Section 4.1. Once you have completed these steps you can configure the settings specific to each detector.
The VESDA VLF was designed with ease of configuration in mind. No specialized hardware or software tools
are required to configure this detector as it will autolearn about its environment once it is installed.
The VESDA VFT-15 is covered in Section 4.3 on page 15.
4.1 Generic Configuration (VLC, VLS, VLP)
When the systemis powered up for the first time, any LCD Programmer or PC Software connected to
VESDAnet will register all the detectors and display modules as unconfigured. All other VESDA laser range of
products will appear under ancillary devices. Each laser device has a built in unique number and this number
is displayed next to the device.
For detailed explanation of the LCD Programmer Screens, and the Xtralis VSC Forms and Tabs mentioned in
the table below, please refer to the LCD Programmer Guide and the Xtralis VSC Online Help respectively.
Setting Date and Time
l For LCD Programmer: See LCD screen 144
l For Xtralis VSC: See VESDAnet FormClock Set Tab
Setting Units
l For LCD Programmer: See LCD screen 157 and select SI (for International Systemof Units) or US (for
US Imperial measurements)
l For Xtralis VSC: See VESDAnet FormUnits Tab
Configuring a Detector to a VESDA Zone
For LCD Programmer:
l See LCD screen 4 to select a detector
l See LCD screen 21, 41 & 91 to assign a VESDA zone number to the detector
l See LCD screen 22, 4, 2, 92 to assign an address name and/or location
More experienced technicians prefer to use the Drag and drop function.
For Xtralis VSC:
1. Press insert, then drag and drop the devices into their respective addresses
2. Select Address name/location tab and enter a suitable name/location for the detector
Assigning a display module to a detector
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screen 110
1. Select the relevant display module.
2. Give it the same address number as the assigned detector
3. Enter the address name/location of the display
For Xtralis VSC: Select Device Tree/Menu
1. Select the display on the device tree
2. Select address Configuration Tab to enter the address number
3. Select address name/location tab and enter respective address name/location
Reference detector configuration
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screen 28, 67, 97
1. Give a reference address number or enter 255 if there is no reference detector.
2. Set the dilution factor
3. Set the delay time
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For Xtralis VSC: Select Devices Menu/Tree - Detector FormReference Tab
1. Give a reference address number or enter 255 if there is no reference detector.
2. Set the dilution factor
3. Set the delay time
AutoLearn
l Enter the length of time you want to run AutoLearn
For Xtralis VSC: Select Devices Menu/Tree - Detector Form- Autolearn Tab
l Enter the length of time you want to run AutoLearn
Filter
l Enter the filter service interval
For Xtralis VSC: Select Devices Menu/Tree - Detector Form
l Enter the filter service interval
Communications
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screens 39, 78, 104, 121, 130, 137, 155.
l Set the network delay
l Set the preferred port
l Set the health check
l Set the open-ended Loop (not available in System/All Device - Screen 155)
l Set the network delay
l Set the preferred communications port.
For Xtralis VSC: Select VESDAnet Form- Communications Tab
l Set network delay
l Set the Health Check period
l Set the preferred communications port. Select the end of chain port if the detector is at the end of an
Open-ended Loop.
General Purpose Input
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screens 40, 79, 105. Select the required GPI function from:
l Mains OK
l Standby Mode
l Remote Isolate (not available for VESDA VLC)
l Use Night-time Threshold (not available for VESDA VLC)
l Reset/Isolate Function
l Inverted Reset Function (not available for VESDA VLC)
l Reset (not available for VESDA VLC)
For Xtralis VSC: Select Devices Menu/Tree and GPI Inputs Tab to set:
l Mains OK
l Standby Mode
l Remote Isolate (not available for VESDA VLC)
l Use Night-time Threshold (not available for VESDA VLC)
l Reset/Isolate Function
l Inverted Reset Function (not available for VESDA VLC)
l Reset (not available for VESDA VLC)
UL Version
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screens 40, 79, 105, 131, 157. The UL Version may be selected or de-
selected fromthe Miscellaneous Screen.
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4.2 Detector Specific Configuration Steps (VLC, VLS, VLP)
Refer to the LCD Programmer Guide for Screen Numbers and details. Refer to the Xtralis VSC software
Online Help for details on Configuration forms and tabs.
You have now configured the generic components of the detector. You should now proceed to configure the
settings that are specific to the detector:
To complete the configuration of a VESDA VLC, refer to the VESDA VLC commissioning form.
To complete the configuration of a VESDA VLS, refer to the VESDA VLS commissioning form.
To complete the configuration of a VESDA VLP use the following steps:
4.2.1 VESDA VLP Configuration
Before performing these steps you should complete the Generic Configuration steps on page 9.
Setting Air Flows
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screen 23 & 62.
1. Select Air Flow and then select flow threshold, flow control, OR normalizing air flow
2. See LCD screen 24 & 63. Flow Threshold - Set airflow values to suit the customer site or accept the
defaults
3. Select the pipes in use
4. Set the delay time for the air flow threshold
5. See LCD screen 25 & 64. Flow Control - Select the pipe in use and aspirator speed
6. See LCD screen 26 & 65. Normalize the airflow
For Xtralis VSC: Select devices menu/tree -detector form
1. Select air flow tab to set airflow values to suit the customer site or accept the defaults.
3. Flow Control - Select the pipe in use
4. Aspirator - set the aspirator speed
5. Normalize the airflow by highlighting the detector, then click Device and select Normalize Airflow
Setting Smoke Thresholds
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screens 12-19
1. Select screen 12: Select the smoke threshold and set: Day Thresholds, Night Thresholds, AlarmDelays,
Change-Over Times, Weekend, Holidays, and Smoke Change
2. Select screen 13 and set the Day Thresholds for Fire 2, Fire 1, Action and Alert
3. Select screen 14 and set new Night Thresholds for Fire 2, Fire 1, Action and Alert
4. Select screen 15 and set the time (in seconds) that should elapse once a threshold is crossed and the
Alarmis generated for Fire 2, Fire 1, Action and Alert
5. Select screen 16 and set the Day Period and Night Period
6. Select screen 17 and check the days considered as Weekend
7. Select screen 18 and enter the start/end dates for holiday periods
8. Select screen 19 and set the change in obscuration rate. Also set the minimumtime period for this change
to be recorded in the event Log. The simultaneous/cumulative and instantaneous Fire thresholds are set
in the delays screen and NOT in the Smoke Change Screen.
For Xtralis VSC: Devices Menu/Tree - Detector Form
1. Select the Smoke Threshold Tab to set new values for Day Thresholds, Night Thresholds, Change-Over
Times, and Smoke Change.
2. Select the Workdays Tab and set the working days of the week. Also enter the start/end dates for holiday
periods.
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Relay Setup
1. Select screen 33 and set the relays to Energized or De-energized. Relay 3 is energized and cannot be
changed.
2. Select screen 34 and set the relay conditions. The isolate function is set to Unlatch and cannot be altered.
3. Select screen 35 and set the relay assignments. Relays 3 and 6 are permanently fixed as Urgent Fault
and Fire 1 respectively. All relays can be assigned multiple functions.
1. Use the Relays Tab to set the relay conditions to energize or de-energize when an event occurs. Relay 3
is energized and cannot be changed.
2. Use the Relay Assignment Tab to assign relay functions and to latch or unlatch relays for:
l Isolate
l Urgent fault
l Minor Fault
l Alert
l Action
l Fire 1
l Fire 2
The Isolate condition is permanently unlatched and cannot be changed. Urgent Fault and Fire 1 are
permanently assigned to relays 3 and 6 and these cannot be changed, however additional assignments may
be set for all relays.
4.2.2 VESDA VLS Configuration
Setting Air Flows
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screen 23 & 62
1. Select Air Flow and then select flow threshold, flow control, OR normalizing air flow
2. See LCD screen 24 & 63. Flow Threshold - Set airflow values to suit the customer site or accept the
defaults.
4. See LCD screen 25 & 64. Flow Control - Select the pipe in use and aspirator speed
5. See LCD screen 26 & 65. Normalize the airflow
For Xtralis VSC: Select devices menu/tree -detector form
3. Flow Control - Select the pipe in use and set the aspirator speed
4. Normalize the airflow by selecting the detector, drop down device. Next, select either Normalize or Drop
down device, then select Normalize Airflow
1. Select screen 48: Select the smoke threshold and set: Day Thresholds, Night Thresholds, Change-Over
Times, Weekend, Holidays, and Scanner
2. Select screen 49 and set the Day Thresholds for Fire 2, Fire 1, Action and Alert
3. Select screen 50 and set new Night Thresholds for Fire 2, Fire 1, Action and Alert
4. Select screen 51 and set the Day Period and Night Period
5. Select screen 52 and check the days considered as Weekend
6. Select screen 53 and enter the start/end dates for holiday periods
7. Select screen 55 and enter the Thresholds, Day Thresholds and Night Thresholds that are the level, as
defined by the adaptive scan threshold, that the unit will start to scan.
8. Select screen 56 and set the Sector factor.
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1. Select the Smoke Threshold Tab to set new values for Day Thresholds, Night Thresholds, Change-Over
Times, and Smoke Change.
2. Select the Workdays Tab
l Set the working days of the week
l Set the start/end dates for holiday periods.
Assigning ancillary devices to a detector
An ancillary device, normally a Programmer, can only be allocated to a VESDA VLS detector. Any other
ancillary devices must remain in Address 0.
For LCD Programmer: See LCD screen 110.
1. Select the relevant ancillary device.
2. Give it the same address number as the assigned detector
3. Enter the address name/location of the display
For Xtralis VSC: Select Device Tree/Menu
1. Select the Ancillary device on the device tree
2. Select address Configuration Tab to enter the address number
3. Select address name/location tab and enter respective address name/location
You may find it easier to drag and drop instead.
Relay Setup
Latching is when the relay stays in it changed state after the condition has cleared.
1. Select screen 72 and set the relays to Energized or De-energized
2. Select screen 73 and set the relay conditions. The isolate function is non latching and cannot be altered.
3. Select screen 74 and set the relay assignments. Relays 3 and 6 are permanently fixed as Urgent Fault
and Fire 1 respectively. All relays can be assigned multiple functions.
1. Use the Relays Tab to set the relay conditions to energize or de-energize when an event occurs. Relay 3
is energized and cannot be changed
2. Use the Relay Assignment Tab to assign relay functions and to latch or unlatch relays for:
l Assign Isolate and Minor Fault functions to relays
l Latch or Unlatch relays when Urgent or Minor Faults occur
l Urgent Faults are permanent assigned to Relay 3 and cannot be changed. Isolate function
is set to unlatch and cannot be changed.
3. Select the Scanner Relay Tab to assign relays and set themas Latched or Unlatched for:
l First AlarmSector 1
4. Select Tabs Sector 1, 2 relay assignment, and Sector 3, 4 relay assignment to assign Alarmlevels to
relays for Sectors 1 through 4. These Relays may be set to latch or unlatch.
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4.2.3 VESDA VLC Configuration
When the systemis powered up for the first time, any LCD Programmer or Xtralis VSC software connected to
VESDAnet will register all the detectors and display modules as unconfigured. All other VESDA products will
appear under ancillary devices. Each laser device has a built in unique number and this number is displayed
next to the device.
VLC Relay Only (RO) detectors can only be configured using Xtralis VSC. VN models can be configured
using the LCD programmer or Xtralis VSC instructions.
For detailed explanation of the LCD Programmer Screens, and the Xtralis VSC forms and tabs mentioned in
the table below, please refer to the LCD Programmer Guide and the Xtralis VSC Online Help respectively.
Setting Air Flows
For LCD Programmer:
1. See LCD screen 94: Flow Threshold - Set airflow values to suit the customer site or accept the defaults.
Set the delay time for the air flow threshold
2. See LCD screen 95: Normalize the airflow
For Xtralis VSC: Select devices menu/tree-detector form
3. Normalize the airflow by highlighting the detector, then click Device and select Normalize Airflow
1. Select screen 87: Select the Smoke Threshold and then select Smoke Thresholds, Alarmdelays, OR
Smoke Change.
2. Select screen 88: Set the thresholds for Alert, Pre-Alarm, Fire and Alert Overlay
3. Select screen 89: Set the delays for Alert, Pre-Alarmand Fire. The simultaneous/cumulative delay times
and the instantaneous fire option can be enabled or disabled through this screen.
For Xtralis VSC: Select the Smoke Thresholds Tab
1. Enter thresholds for Pre-Alarmand Fire
2. Enter delay in seconds for Pre-Alarmand Fire
3. Select Instant Fire or Cumulative delays
4. Enter the obscuration rate for significant Change
5. Select the Units Tab to enable Overlay Alert
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4.3 VESDA VFT-15 Detector Configuration
This section identifies some key functions that the user may need to configure using the display panel.
Main Menu Modes
To enter one of the Main Menu Modes follow these steps:
1. Press MENU
2. Use Function UP & DOWN buttons (SCAN and ISOLATE buttons) to reach required main menu item
3. Press ENTER (SOUNDER SILENCE button)
4. Use Value UP & DOWN buttons (RESET and ACCEPT buttons) to enter the appropriate Access Code
5. Press ENTER
Notes:
l Access Code Entry may be aborted by pressing the MENU button.
l All of the following settings can be entered using the Xtralis VSC configuration software and a PC. This
can reduce the time taken to enter certain values and parameters.
To obtain this software contact Xtralis or visit www.xtralis.com.
l The cover must be removed to gain access to the RS232 port at the side of the detector. It must be
replaced for a minimumof 60 minutes prior to flow normalization.
Access Codes
Access to some modes in the Main Menu and other configuration and control functions require the user to
enter an Access Code. There are several levels of access:
1. Operator
2. Level 1
3. Level 2
4. Level 3
Access Code Levels are downwards applicable - for example if a User enters the Level 2 Code, they have
access at the Operator Level and Level 1. The Operator Access Code is changeable as a parameter in
Configuration Mode, which requires Level 1 Access. The default Access Codes are shown below.
Table 4-1: VESDA VFT-15 Detector Access Codes
Access Level Access Code
Operator 0 = not required
Level 1 260
Level 2 693
Level 3 Factory Use Only
How to Enter an Access Code
When entering an Access Code, the alternative function LEDs above the ACCEPT and RESET buttons will
be lit, enabling these buttons to be used as UP and DOWN buttons to enter a 3-digit number.
If the UP or DOWN buttons are continually pressed, the 'units' digit on the Status Display will be activated,
then the 'tens' digit, then the 'hundreds' digit. If the button is released, the flashing digit (units, tens or
hundreds) is the one that will change with further use of the UP and DOWN buttons. When the hundreds digit
is correct, wait about five seconds for the flashing digit to move to the tens digit, then set the tens to the
required value. Repeat for the units digit.
4.3.1 VESDA VFT-15 Detector Programmable Functions
Only some key functions are listed in this section. For more detail, please refer to the product guide.
Setting Units
MinimumAccess Code Required: Level 2
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Parameters to change the display resolution for obscuration, language or imperial/metric units are found in the
SETUP menu option.
Setting Time and Date
The time and date settings can be configured through the TIME DATE menu option. The user will be able to
sequentially change the date, month and year, then the seconds, minutes and hours.
Setting IP Address and Mask
To set the IP address and mask, navigate to the WEB menu option. Once logged in at the Level 1 access, the
user will be able to set all the IP configuration details for the detector.
Setting the Modbus Address
The Modbus address is set through the CONFIGURE menu option using the ADDRESS parameter. Please
ensure that this address is unique for the connected network.
Setting Air Flows
All parameters relating to air flow is set through the CONFIGURE menu option. Some of the key parameters
are:
l FLOWDEL - Flow Fault Delay (1 to 60 s)
l FLOWHI / FLOWLO- High and low air flow limits for declaring a Flow Fault (0 to 200%)
Day and night smoke thresholds, trace and delay settings for each sector can be set through the SECTORS
ALMS menu option. Day start and Night start times are accessed through the CONFIGURE menu option via
the NIGHSTART and NIGHSTOP parameters.
Setting GPI Function
The 'remote reset' input can be configured for a reset function or an isolate function. Please refer to the RES-
ISOL parameter in the SETUP menu option to configure this GPI.
Setting Up I/O Modules
The type of I/Omodule included in the detector must be configured in the SETUP menu option, which has a
minimumaccess of Level 2.
Other options for setting up particular parameters for a I/Omodule may be achieved through the CONFIGURE
menu option. The minimumaccess requirement is Level 1. More detail for specific modules may be found in
the VESDA VFT-15 Product Guide.
4.4 VESDA VLF Configuration
The VESDA VLF was designed with ease of configuration in mind. No specialized hardware or software tools
are required to configure this detector as it will autolearn about its environment once it is installed.
4.5 Documenting Configuration and Thresholds
The relevant sections of the commissioning formshould be completed when the thresholds are set and the
systemis being configured. If you are configuring the systemusing the Xtralis VSC software you can print out
most of the information required in the commissioning forms.
Attach a copy of the ASPIRE2 Installation Data Pack (IDP). Enter the details of any ancillary devices that
have been assigned a VESDA Zone.
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We recommend that ASPIRE2 be used to evaluate the efficiency of the pipe network and its calculations are
compared the actual smoke test results. Significant differences between the ASPIRE2 estimates and the test
results should be investigated to find why the differences have occurred.
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5 System Integrity Test
VESDA systems can be tested in a number of different ways. Most sites will require different types of testing
for different customer environments. Before conducting smoke tests you must check to see if the local codes
and standards specify which type of smoke test is to be performed. Local codes and standards may also
require changes to the general instructions below, where local codes and standards are different to the
VESDA suggestions, ALWAYS follow the local codes and standards.
Performance testing is done during commissioning and may be required during service, but is not essential.
We highly recommend pipe integrity testing be performed each year.
Note: Some tests create a large amount of smoke, so you should take the necessary precautions before you
begin testing.
5.1 Performance-based Smoke Testing
A smoke test is necessary to prove the integrity of the pipe network and to measure the response time. The
type of smoke test required will depend upon the site and the application:
l Warehouses and open areas can use either a smoke pellet test, a polyurethane mat test, or possibly a
wooden block test. Please check with the local codes and standards to find the most appropriate type of
test for the environment.
l Very sensitive sites can use the electrical overload (PVC coated wire burn test), or the smouldering test
coil test. (UK customers can refer to BS 6266, BFPSA Code of Practice Appendix A for system
performance test methods).
We recommend that at least two tests are conducted. You must allow the environment to return to the normal
conditions before beginning the second test.
Record the date and the type of smoke test used on the commissioning or testing forms. Please re-read the
detector manuals if you are unsure of how to interpret smoke levels, Alert, Alarmor Fire1.
At a minimum, testing requires that you conduct pipe integrity smoke testing.
5.1.1 Testing and Stratification Problems
In areas with a high roof you can expect the air temperature near the roof to be warmer than the air temperature
at ground level. This can cause the stratification of smoke. Stratification occurs when warmsmoke rises until
it reaches a layer of air with the same temperature and then stops rising. This may cause problems as the
smoke may not reach sample points which are mounted on the roof.
As the height of the roof increase you will need a larger distance between the roof and the sampling point to
continue correctly sampling the air. Heights up to 3 m(9 ft) can use standard 25 mm(1 in.) standoffs.
Roof Height (M) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Distance fromroof (mm) 30 30 30 100 200 300 400 500 600
For testing purposes you can use a 5.8 kW gas burner or electric heater to add heat to the smoke to make sure
it will reach the roof.
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5.1.2 Pipe Integrity Smoke Testing
This test should be used to test pipe integrity in any typical customer site. This method is suitable for the
testing of standard sensitivity fire detection systems. You will need a smoke source, a stopwatch, and a fire
extinguisher.
It is easy to see an increase of smoke on detectors that have a display module fitted. VESDA VLC detectors
do not have a display and will require extra smoke as the detector will need to reach pre-alarmstage before
they will indicate an increase of smoke.
1. Ensure that the local fire panel is isolated fromthe external fire reporting equipment and that any
automatic extinguishing or suppressant systems are also isolated.
2. Introduce smoke directly into the furthest sample hole in the pipe run, and start the timer.
3. Stop the timer when the detector registers the smoke and record the results.
4. Compare the time expected by ASPIRE2 with the actual recorded time. If the actual recorded time is
20%or greater than the expected time, check the pipe for breaks.
5.1.3 Smoke Pellet Testing
This method is suitable for the testing of high and enhanced sensitivity environments. Smoke is produced by
lighting a number of small smoke pellets. You will need smoke pellets, a tray, and a method to time the test. If
you are testing in an area with a high roof you may also require a radiated heater to fix stratification problems.
Refer to Section 5.1.1 for further information.
automatic extinguishing or suppressant systems are similarly isolated.
2. Cover a metal tray with kitchen foil.
3. Set the heater close to the tray. This is required to make the smoke rise.
4. Put the smoke pellets on a metal tray. The number of pellets to use is determined by the systemdesigner.
5. Put something under the tray to protect the floor fromdamage.
6. If you are testing a high roof area turn the heater on.
7. Light the pellets with a match, and start the timer.
8. Acceptable detector response time is specified in local codes and standards or as per the systemdesign.
Figure 5-1: Smoke Pellet Testing
For further information on Smoke Pellet Testing, refer to BFPSA or FIACoP standards.
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5.1.4 Polyurethane Mat Smoke Testing
This method is suitable for the testing of standard sensitivity fire detection systems. A controlled fire is
produced by lighting of flexible polyurethane foammat. This test is suitable for testing smoke detection in
open areas such as warehouses and atriums.
Warning: The burning of polyurethane foamgenerates toxic gases. We recommend you use appropriate
protective equipment.
automatic extinguishing or suppressant systems are similarly isolated.
2. Cover a metal tray with kitchen foil.
3. Put the mat into the tray. Multiple mats may be stacked as required by the systemdesigner.
4. Put something under the tray to protect the floor fromdamage.
5. Ignite a corner of the mat with a match, and start a stop watch.
6. Acceptable detector response time is specified in local codes and standards or as per the systemdesign.
Legend
A 500mm(20 in)
B Kitchen foil in tray
C 20mm(0.874 in)
Figure 5-2: Polyurethane Mat Smoke Test
5.1.5 Wire Burn Smoke Testing
This test is performed by using a transformer to overload the power running through two meters of PVC-
coated wire. To simulate the early stages of a fire, a length of wire is electrically overloaded so that smoke or
vapors are driven off. This method is suitable for the testing of high sensitivity fire detection systems. This
test may also be undertaken in underfloor spaces or ceiling voids.
Note: The wire used in this testing must be 1 min length, of 10/0.1 mmstrands insulated with PVC to a radial
thickness of 0.3 mm, the cross sectional area of the conductor being 0.078 mm.
Xtralis has developed a test kit to assist field testing of wire burns. For more information please contact your
nearest Xtralis office and ask for information on VTT-10000.
These instructions are written assuming that you are using a VTT-10000 test kit.
Warning: This test will burn the PVC coating off the wire. Do not hold the wire during testing. Do not
breath in the smoke as it is harmful to your health. We recommend you remotely turn the
transformer on and use appropriate protective equipment.
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automatic extinguishing or suppressant systems are also isolated.
2. With the power turned off, connect each end of a 1 meter (3 ft.) length of the specified wire to the VTT-
10000.
3. Ensure that the wire is laid on an insulating board to avoid damage to the floor.
4. Check that there are no kinks or crossovers in the wire.
5. Connect power to the VTT-10000 and turn the power on for 180 seconds.
At this point, there is 6 VAC applied across the test wire, the switch will illuminate and the green indicator on
the timer will begin to flash. The test wire will become hot and a small quantity of smoke will be generated.
6. Turn the unit off after the timed burn period is complete.
Figure 5-3: Wire Burn Test Kit VTT-10000
7. Record the response time of the detector.
8. For multiple tests, allow 5 minutes (300 seconds) between tests so all smoke can dissipate.
Caution: The test wires will become very hot. Do not touch.
Enter the following results on the commissioning form:
l Transport Time - Introduce smoke at the furthest sampling hole fromthe detector. The time taken (in
seconds) for the smoke to travel to the detector is the transport time. If there is a wide variation between
the ASPIRE2 predictions and the test results, the pipe network should be checked for leaks, blockage
and to see that the installed pipe network matches the model used in ASPIRE2.
l Initial Response - This is the total of the time taken for the smoke to travel fromthe source to the
sampling point and the detector first registering the presence of smoke (excluding any alarmdelay times
that may have been set).
l Alert Response - The time taken for initial response and the detector to generate an Alert Alarm
l Action/Pre-Alarm- The time taken for alert and the detector to generate an Action/Pre-Alarmstatus
(excluding any delay times)
l Fire 1/Fire Response - The time taken for alert and the detector to generate an Fire 1/Fire Response
status (excluding any delay times)
l Fire 2 Response - The time taken for alert and the detector to generate an Fire 2/Fire Response status
(excluding any delay times)
l Peak Smoke Response - This is the time taken for the detector to record the peak level of smoke
(excluding any delay times). The numerical display of the display module or the LCD Programmer will
display the smoke levels. This information can also be extracted fromthe event log.
Acceptable response times are determined by site requirements, subject to local codes and standards. In the
event the test response times do not meet the acceptable standard the commissioning formshould be signed
as NOT ACCEPTABLE and recommendations for further work should be recorded on the commissioning
form.
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5.2 Testing Relay Function
A relay on/off test can be performed using a LCD Programmer or Xtralis VSC Software. Refer to the LCD
Programmer Guide and the Xtralis VSC software Online Help for information on testing relays. An multi-meter
is used to check the relay has changed state. Pressing the mode/test button on the display for more than two
seconds will test all the LEDs. If the relays are connected to non-VESDA equipment (such as a fire panel) you
need to check that these tests register on the equipment.
5.3 Testing Devices
Detectors
The detectors can be tested using a diagnostic test fromLCD Programmer or Xtralis VSC software. In the
LCD programmer select the relevant device, then the diagnostic option. In Xtralis VSC this option is available
by selecting the relevant device then the required test in the Device menu. Tests that can be performed using
this option are:
l Smoke alarmtest
l Fault test
l Airflow fault test
l Sector test (VESDA VLS Detectors)
5.4 Documenting Test Results
The tests results should be recorded on a copy of the VESDA commissioning forms. Once the forms have
been completed and signed, they should be forwarded along with relevant attachments to all those mentioned
in Chapter 6.
Copies of the commissioning forms are available in the document library at www.xtralis.com(Xtralis
document number 12678).
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6 Hand Over
You and the customer should be satisfied that all aspects of commissioning the systemhave been addressed
and these meet the required standards. The systemmust be ready for day to day operation prior to hand over.
To hand over the systemto the client, you should:
l Ensure that the VESDA commissioning forms are complete and all relevant sections have been filled in
l If you have used Xtralis VSC select the Device, Address, or VESDAnet then select File | Print to print
out a copy of configuration details and include a copy with the hand over documents.
l Obtain the relevant signatures
l Ensure that relevant attachments have been included with the commissioning form
l Make copies of the completed commissioning forms and attachments and forward these to:
l Appropriate Xtralis Sales Office
l Installing contractor
l Designer of the system
l End user of the system
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Index
A
Air flow normalize 8
Alert Response Test 22
Assigning Ancillary Devices 13
C
Cabling and Initial Powerup 7
Commissioning 5, 19
Hand Over 25
Prerequisites 7
Smoke Test 19
SystemTest 19
Commissioning Form 16
Communications check 8
Configuration and Thresholds 16
Configuring Detector 9
D
Device Testing 23
Devices Assigning 13
Display Module Assigning 9
H
Hand Over 25
I
Initial Response Test 22
Integrity Test 19
N
Normalizing the Air Flow 8
P
Peak Smoke Response Test 22
Power Up Commissioning 7
R
Relay Setup 12
Relay Testing 23
S
Setting Date and Time 9
Setting Thresholds 9
Setting Units 9
Smoke Test 19
SystemConfiguration 9
SystemTest 19
T
Test the System 19
Testing Devices 23
Testing Relay Function 23
Threshold Settings 9
Transport Time Test 22
V
VESDAnet Communications Check 8
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