SST FT196 Design Manual

Multi-spectrum ir portable flame detector test lamp

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Design Manual
Installation • Operation • Maintenance
Model FT196
Multi-Spectrum IR Portable
Flame Detector Test Lamp
23282 Mill Creek Drive, Suite 215
Laguna Hills, CA 92653 USA
+1.949.583.1857 Phone
+1.949.340.3343 Fax
www.safetysys.com
support@safetysys.com
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purposes and to the extent specifically authorized by Safety Systems Technology in writing. Such information and
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  • Page 1 Design Manual Installation • Operation • Maintenance Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp 23282 Mill Creek Drive, Suite 215 Laguna Hills, CA 92653 USA +1.949.583.1857 Phone +1.949.340.3343 Fax www.safetysys.com support@safetysys.com The information and technical data disclosed by this document may be used and disseminated only for the purposes and to the extent specifically authorized by Safety Systems Technology in writing.
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Quick Finder MODEL FT196 Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp SAFETY INFORMATION ................... 196-1 QUICK USE GUIDE ..................196-2 CONTENTS ........................196-2 OPERATING THE TEST LAMP ..................196-2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................196-3 OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION ..................196-3 SPECIFICATIONS ..................... 196-4 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ..................196-4 ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS .................196-4 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................196-4...
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  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp MODEL FT196 Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp SAFETY INFORMATION Please read and understand this Design Manual BEFORE operating or conducting maintenance on the flame detector test lamp. Pay close attention to important messages marked as WARNINGS and IMPORTANT throughout the Design Manual.
  • Page 6 You must continue pressing down the switch to activate the test lamp until the detector responds 8. For SST’s Model F130, a red LED light will turn on to signal an alarm condition 9. Release the switch on the test lamp, you have successfully confirmed the flame detector is operational 10.
  • Page 7: General Description

    A flame detector uses specialized sensors to detect these radiation to report and confirm a fire. The Model FT196 Flame Detector Test Lamp is a specifically designed portable source of infrared (IR) radiation for testing Safety Systems Technology’s Multi-Spectrum IR flame detectors.
  • Page 8: Specifications

    Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp SPECIFICATIONS System Specifications Spectral Sensitivity: ..2 - 5 microns IR switched at 2 Hz rate Operating Range ....10 feet (3.0 meters) Operating Time ...... Approximately 40 hours with new set of batteries Warranty: .......
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp MAINTENANCE Factory Recommended Maintenance The flame detector test lamp has been designed with very little to no required maintenance. Depending on your application and safety guidelines in your facility, additional maintenance may be necessary to ensure the unit will functioning properly.
  • Page 10: Flame Detector Testing

    Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp FLAME DETECTOR TESTING WARNING: The Model FT196 Flame Detector Test Lamp is not rated for use in hazardous locations. De-classify the area to reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmosphere. DO NOT use the test lamp where combustible and flammable gases are present.
  • Page 11: Tools Required

    Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp Tools Required Safety Systems Technology has specifically designed a portable flame detector test lamp to test its flame detectors. SST Part # Description 196-1 Model FT196 Flame Detector Test Lamp with rechargeable batteries and 120 volt...
  • Page 12: Failed Or Incomplete Test

    Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp Failed or Incomplete Test When testing the flame detector, make sure to account for the time delay settings of the detector. The flame detector has a factory default time delay setting of 3 seconds and a user selectable setting of 6 seconds.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Flame Detector is not Responding • Verify you are testing SST’s Model F130 flame detector. The Model FT196 Multi- Spectrum IR Flame Detector Test Lamp has been designed specifically for multi-spectral IR flame detectors. UV/IR operate on a different frequency and is not suitable for testing with the test lamp.
  • Page 14: Technical Support

    Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp cleaners was not used. Use of these cleaners inhibit the transmission of IR signals to the sensors. Only use water or alcohol to clean the lens of the detector. SEE “Maintenance” section of the manual for instructions on how to clean the lens of the detector.
  • Page 15: Warranty

    Model FT196 Multi-Spectrum IR Portable Flame Detector Test Lamp WARRANTY Safety Systems Technology, Inc. warrants the Model FT196 to be free of defects in materials or workmanship under normal use and will repair or replace any unit that is found to be defective for five years after the date of manufacture.
  • Page 16 Headquarters: Safety Systems Technology, Inc. 23282 Mill Creek Drive Suite 215 Laguna Hills, CA 92653 USA +1.866.507.2264 Toll-Free (USA Only) +1.949.583.1857 Phone +1.949.340.3343 Fax www.safetysys.com Sales sales@safetysys.com Technical Support techalert@safetysys.com...

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