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Ansul CHECKFIRE 110 User Manual

Ansul CHECKFIRE 110
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One Stanton Street / Marinette, WI 54143-2542, USA / +1-715-735-7411 / www.ansul.com
Copyright © 2014 Tyco Fire Products LP. / All rights reserved. / Part No. 440391-03
CHECKFIRE 110
DETECTION AND
ACTUATION SYSTEM
PLANNING, INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

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Ansul CHECKFIRE 110 Specifications

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DescriptionThe Ansul CHECKFIRE 110 Detection and Actuation System is designed for mobile equipment fire suppression applications.
AgentCompatible with a variety of fire suppression agents.
ActivationAutomatic or manual
Coverage AreaDesigned for small enclosures; coverage area depends on cylinder size and agent type.
ApprovalsFM Approved
Input Voltage24 VDC

Summary

FOREWORD

EXPLANATION OF SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERT DEFINITIONS

Explains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE symbols and their meanings.

SECTION 1 - SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

SYSTEM OVERVIEW AND FEATURES

Details system purpose, applications, features, specifications, and connectivity.

TYPICAL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

Illustrates typical system connections using color-coded connectors.

SECTION 2 - COMPONENTS

CONTROL MODULE AND MOUNTING BRACKET

Describes the control module, its specifications, and the mounting bracket.

ACTUATORS AND BRACKETS

Details electric manual actuators, pneumatic actuators, and their mounting brackets.

DETECTION COMPONENTS

Explains spot thermal detectors, linear detectors, and their mounting hardware.

DETECTION CIRCUIT CONNECTORS AND CABLES

Details detection circuit cables, tees, EOL devices, bulkhead connectors, and terminators.

RELEASE CIRCUIT CONNECTORS AND CABLES

Details release circuit cables, drop cables, tees, bulkhead connectors, and terminators.

ACTUATORS AND DEVICES

Explains electric-pneumatic actuators and the protracting actuation device (PAD).

POWER CIRCUIT CABLES AND FITTINGS

Details power circuit cables, fused power cables, and related connectors.

LABELS AND MARKINGS

Provides labels for operator guidance, safety, and EMA instructions.

VEHICLE SYSTEM PRESSURE SWITCH

Details the pressure switch's function, rating, and installation.

TEST EQUIPMENT

Describes testers and plugs for verifying system functionality.

SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE

FIELD CONNECTIVITY AND CONTROL MODULE BUTTONS

Explains IP67 connectors, leads, and control module front panel buttons.

CONTROL MODULE BUTTONS AND INDICATORS

Details the "PUSH To Activate" button, LED indicators, and internal sounder.

SUMMARY DETECTION CONDITION INDICATORS

Summarizes detection condition indicators for LED and sounder.

CONTROL MODULE INDICATORS AND POWER

Explains front panel indicators, power sources, and control module mounting.

SECTION 4 - SYSTEM PLANNING

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND FIRE RISKS

Outlines requirements for planners, fire hazards, and relevant materials.

EQUIPMENT SHUTDOWN PLANNING

Details planning for component shutdown and pressure switch interface.

ALARM APPLICATION AND OPERATOR SAFETY

Discusses alarms, strobes, and the pressure switch for operator safety.

SYSTEM LAYOUT AND COMPONENT PLANNING

Guides for planning system layout, component placement, and cable routing.

DETECTION CIRCUIT CABLE ROUTING

Details detection circuit cable connections and routing rules.

ELECTRIC MANUAL ACTUATOR (EMA) INSTALLATION

Instructions for connecting and mounting the EMA.

DETECTOR INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Instructions for installing linear and spot thermal detectors.

DETECTOR INSTALLATION AND INCORRECT DESIGNS

Instructions for spot thermal detectors and common installation errors.

INCORRECT INSTALLATIONS AND RELEASE CIRCUIT CABLES

Details incorrect EMA/linear detector installations and release circuit cable routing.

POWER CIRCUIT AND ALARM OUTPUT

Details power cable routing and the alarm output circuit's function.

PRESSURE SWITCH AND SYSTEM LAYOUT

Details the pressure switch function and system layout requirements.

COMPONENTS PLANNING CHECKLIST

A checklist of all components required for the CHECKFIRE 110 system.

SECTION 5 - INSTALLATION

CONTROL MODULE INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING

Instructions for installing the control module, including surface and bracket mounting.

CONTROL MODULE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

Continues instructions for surface and bracket mounting the control module.

BRACKET MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

Provides steps for marking, drilling, and securing the bracket base.

BRACKET MOUNTING AND CABLE CONNECTIVITY

Instructions for bracket mounting and connecting cables using IP67 connectors.

CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY AND CABLE INSTALLATION

Instructions for connector assembly, hand-tightening, and general cable support.

LINEAR DETECTOR INSTALLATION

Instructions for installing linear detectors, including placement and support.

DETECTOR INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

Instructions for linear detector installation and spot thermal detector installation.

SPOT THERMAL DETECTOR INSTALLATION (Continued)

Details the retro-fit installation of spot thermal detectors.

ELECTRIC MANUAL ACTUATOR (EMA) INSTALLATION

Instructions for EMA surface and bracket mounting.

ACTUATOR INSTALLATION AND DETECTION CABLES

Warnings and steps for actuator installation and detection cable routing.

DETECTION CIRCUIT INSTALLATION RULES

Rules for routing detection circuit cables, EMAs, and spot thermal detectors.

INCORRECT INSTALLATION EXAMPLES

Highlights common installation errors and cautions for EMAs and linear detectors.

RELEASE CIRCUIT CABLES

Details the starting point and routing rules for release circuit cables.

POWER CIRCUIT CABLES

Instructions for installing power circuit cables and connecting them to the vehicle power source.

ALARM OUTPUT AND PRESSURE SWITCH INSTALLATION

Explains alarm output circuit and pressure switch installation.

PRESSURE SWITCH AND CABLE CONNECTION

Details pressure switch reset and 4-conductor cable connection.

LABELS FOR OPERATOR AND SERVICE PERSONNEL

Provides labels for operator guidance, safety, and EMA instructions.

FINAL CONNECTIONS AND PNEUMATIC ACTUATION

References for final connections and optional pneumatic actuation.

SECTION 6 – TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE

OPERATIONAL TEST PREPARATION

Steps for preparing operational tests, including release and detection circuits.

POWER UP AND ISOLATION FEATURE

Instructions for powering up and using the system's isolation feature.

ISOLATION FEATURE OPERATION

Steps for placing the control module in Isolate Mode and verifying system behavior.

ISOLATION FEATURE OPERATION (Continued)

Procedures for post release activation and canceling Isolate Mode.

PROGRAMMING THE RELEASE TIME DELAY

Instructions for programming the release time delay.

OPERATIONAL TEST PROCEDURES

Verifies system operation for supervision, detection, and time delay.

DETECTION CIRCUIT SUPERVISION TEST

Tests supervision function of the detection circuit.

RELEASE CIRCUIT SUPERVISION TEST

Tests supervision function of the release circuit.

INTERNAL POWER CIRCUIT TEST

Tests system operation using internal power.

VERIFY RELEASE TIME DELAY SETTING

Procedures to verify the programmed release time delay.

DETECTION CIRCUIT ALARM CONDITION TEST

Simulates an alarm to test detection circuit and time delay.

DETECTION CIRCUIT TEST TIME DELAY RESTART

Tests the ability to restart the time delay.

MANUAL ACTIVATION RELEASE CIRCUIT TEST

Tests manual activation of the release circuit.

FIELD TEST SPOT THERMAL DETECTORS

Procedure for functionally testing spot thermal detectors.

FIELD TEST SPOT THERMAL DETECTORS (Continued)

Continues testing spot thermal detectors, including applying heat.

ELECTRIC MANUAL ACTUATOR (EMA) TEST

Tests the manual activation of Electric Manual Actuators.

SUMMARY ALARM CONDITION INDICATORS

Summarizes alarm condition indicators for LED and sounder.

INTERNAL POWER CIRCUIT OPERATIONAL TEST

Tests the system's operation when using internal power.

PLACING CHECKFIRE 110 CONTROL MODULE IN SERVICE

Steps to place the control module in service after testing.

PLACING CHECKFIRE 110 CONTROL MODULE IN SERVICE (Continued)

Instructions for installing PADs and attaching release circuit drop cables.

PLACING CHECKFIRE 110 CONTROL MODULE IN SERVICE (Continued)

Final steps to reset the control module and record test results.

SECTION 7 - IN CASE OF FIRE

FIRE SAFETY PROCEDURES

Instructions and precautions for operators in case of fire.

SECTION 8 – RECHARGE, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE

RECHARGE AND INSPECTION PROCEDURES

Steps for recharging the system and inspecting components after activation.

ACTUATOR AND PAD MAINTENANCE

Instructions for examining PAD actuation and maintaining actuators.

MAINTENANCE AND DAILY INSPECTIONS

Guidelines for maintenance, daily checks, and visual inspection of system components.

COMPONENT INTEGRITY CHECKS

Checks for cable connectivity, integrity, and components like EMA and actuators.

SYSTEM RECHARGE AND TESTING

Instructions for system recharge, testing, and maintenance of PADs.

FIVE-YEAR PAD REPLACEMENT

Instructions for replacing the Protracting Actuation Device (PAD) every five years.

SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING

POWER LED INDICATIONS AND FAULTS

Details power LED indications for normal operation, external power faults, and loss of power.

CIRCUIT FAULTS AND TESTING PROCEDURES

Details release circuit faults, detection circuit faults, multiple faults, and testing procedures.

DETECTION CIRCUIT FAULT ISOLATE MODE

Explains Isolate Mode indication for detection circuit faults.

MULTIPLE CIRCUIT FAULTS AND TESTING

Indicates multiple circuit faults and outlines specific circuit testing procedures.

POWER CIRCUIT TESTING

Power circuit testing procedures, including voltage checks and fuse replacement.

RELEASE CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING

Procedure for troubleshooting release circuit faults.

DETECTION CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING

Procedure for troubleshooting detection circuit faults.

SECTION 10 - APPENDIX

COMPONENT INDEX

Lists system components and accessory equipment with their part numbers.

CABLE AND BULKHEAD DIMENSIONS

Provides dimensions for various cables and bulkhead connectors.

LINEAR DETECTOR FLUID RESISTANCE CAPABILITY

Lists chemical resistance ratings for linear detector materials.

CHEMICAL RESISTANT CHART

Chemical resistance chart for Linear Detector material.

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