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Xtrails VESDA VLF-500-UL - User Manual

Xtrails VESDA VLF-500-UL
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VESDA VLF-500-UL Product Guide
August 2021
Doc. No. 36286_A2
Part No. AD36286-001
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Xtrails VESDA VLF-500-UL Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandXtrails
ModelVESDA VLF-500-UL
CategorySecurity System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Intellectual Property and Copyright

General Warnings and Disclaimer

General Warnings

Critical safety precautions for installation, configuration, and use of the product.

Disclaimer

Statement regarding the document's content accuracy and manufacturer's right to change specifications.

Scope and Conventions

Document Conventions

Explanation of typographic conventions and icons used in the document.

Contact Us

Contact details for Xtralis support in different regions.

Codes and Standards Information

FCC Compliance Statement

Details on the equipment's compliance with FCC rules for digital devices.

FDA Compliance

Information on the product's compliance with FDA regulations for laser products.

Configuring Detector Thresholds

UL 268 Ed7 Compliance

Configuration requirements for UL 268 Ed7 standard compliance, including alarm thresholds.

ASPIRE Pipe Modelling Tool

Using ASPIRE software for pipe network analysis and compliance to standards.

Special Application Mode

Regional Regulatory Requirements

UL Installations

Requirements for UL installations, including ASPIRE software for pipe network design.

Product Listings

Safety Precautions

ESD Precaution

Importance of taking electrostatic discharge precautions before opening the detector.

Fascia Removal

Step-by-step procedure for removing the detector's fascia.

Product Security Advice

Commissioning Requirements

System Maintenance Requirements

Introduction

Installation

Detector Dimensions

Detailed dimensions of the VESDA VLF detector and its mounting bracket.

Mounting Procedures

Guidelines for mounting the VESDA VLF detector in various orientations.

Installing the Detector

Instructions for installing the detector, including mounting bracket placement.

Installation Procedure Details

Step-by-step procedure for mounting the detector and bracket.

Invert User Interface Display

Procedure to invert the user interface display for inverted mounting applications.

Detector Removal

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the detector from its mounting.

Pipe Connections

Guidelines for connecting air inlet and exhaust pipes to the detector.

Wiring Connections

Information on detector cabling requirements and terminal block layout.

General Purpose Input (GPI)

Terminal Block Details

Extra Terminals

Reserved terminals for future use on the detector's terminal block.

Power Supply Connections

Details on power supply voltage, consumption, and connection terminals.

Relay and Panel Wiring

Relay Connections

Description of relay terminals (12-20) and their functions for alarm/fault signals.

Wiring to Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)

Typical wiring diagram for connecting VESDA detectors to a conventional fire alarm panel.

Addressable Loop Module Wiring

Interface Card Installation

RS232 Serial Port

Installation Checklist

Sampling Pipe Network Design

Single Pipe Network Design

Branched Pipe Network Design

Return Air Sampling Design

Installation Considerations

Air Sampling in a Duct

Commissioning

General Commissioning Steps

General procedures and checks before commissioning the detector.

Commissioning Processes

AutoLearn Smoke Process

Initiating and understanding the AutoLearn Smoke process for threshold setting.

AutoLearn Flow Process

Initiating and understanding the AutoLearn Flow process for air flow normalization.

Xtralis VSC Software

Information on using Xtralis VSC software for detector configuration.

Commissioning Smoke Test

Procedure for conducting a smoke test to verify pipe network integrity.

Detector Overview

Features List

List of key features and functionalities of the VESDA VLF detector.

Detector Description

Detailed description of the detector's display, logging, and sensing capabilities.

Detector Applications

Common applications and environments where the VESDA VLF detector can be used.

Product Interface

Front View of Detector

Identification of ports, display, and deflector on the detector's front panel.

Instant Recognition Display

Controls and Indicators

Interface Information and Controls

Location and function of controls and indicators behind the service access door.

Detector Control Buttons

Smoke Level and Fault Displays

Smoke Level Display Details

How the Smoke Dial displays smoke levels and incident information.

Instant Fault Finder Operation

How to use the Instant Fault Finder function to diagnose faults.

Troubleshooting with Instant Fault Finder

Table detailing fault types, explanations, and recommended actions for diagnosis.

Factory Defaults

Specifications

Power Supply Specifications

Details on supply voltage, power consumption, and current.

Case Specifications

Information on detector dimensions, weight, IP rating, and mounting.

Operating Conditions

Environmental conditions for detector operation, including temperature and humidity.

Sampling Network Specifications

Specifications for air inlet pipe, single pipe, branched pipe, and return air sampling.

Area Covered

The maximum area that the VESDA VLF-500-UL can monitor.

Field Wiring Details

Information on cable access and terminal specifications for field wiring.

Interface Options

Details on available interfaces such as relays, GPI, and RS232.

Alarm Ranges

Defined ranges for alert, action, fire 1, and fire 2 alarm levels.

Display Indicators

Description of the various indicators on the detector's display.

Event Log Information

Details on the event log capacity and types of events recorded.

AutoLearn Smoke and Flow Parameters

Parameters and default periods for AutoLearn Smoke and Flow processes.

Referencing Information

Information on using a reference smoke level source for networked detectors.

Ordering Information

Part numbers and descriptions for the VESDA VLF detector and accessories.

Maintenance

Maintenance Overview

Continuous monitoring and health checks performed by the VESDA VLF.

Maintenance Schedule

Filter Cartridge Replacement

Filter Replacement Steps

Step-by-step guide for replacing the air filter cartridge and resetting the detector.

Aspirator Replacement

Aspirator Replacement Steps

Step-by-step guide for replacing the detector's aspirator.

Commissioning Forms

VESDA Commissioning Form

The main form for documenting the commissioning of each customer site.

VLF-500-UL Detector Commissioning Form

Configuration Settings

Display;Relay Configuration

Settings for button lockout, smoke test, reset, isolate, and relay connections.

Relay Configuration

Configuration options for fault, action, and fire 1 relays.

VESDAnet Interface Card Configuration

Settings for the VESDAnet Interface Card, including preferred port and loop status.

VESDAnet Multi-Function Relay Card Configuration

Configuration options for the VESDAnet Multi-Function Relay Card.

Ancillary Devices and Data

Ancillary Devices

Information on remote displays, relay cards, AOM, and SRM assigned to the detector.

ASPIRE Data Input

Fields for inputting ASPIRE data such as sensitivity, balance, and flow rate.

Smoke Test Procedures

Air Sampling Test Results

Glossary of Terms

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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