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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR ELECTRIC FIRE PUMP CONTROLLERS MODEL HFX...
- Page 2 Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Installation 3. Main Features 4. Home 5. Alarms 6. Configuration 7. History 8. Technical Documents HFX-Manual-EN v1.3.0.0...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ..................................5 Types of Electric Fire Pump Controllers ........................5 Methods of Starting/Stopping ............................. 6 Installation ..................................7 Location ..................................7 Mounting ..................................7 Storage ..................................7 Wiring and Connections ............................. 7 Electrical Wiring ................................. 7 Electrical Connections.............................. - Page 4 History (Membrane button) ............................31 Details of the History Page ............................32 Events Page ................................32 Download to USB Device ............................32 The Statistics ................................34 All Time Statistics ..............................34 Technical Documents ..............................35 Pre-Field Acceptance Test ............................36 Field Acceptance Test Report ..........................
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Electric fire pump controllers are designed to start an electric motor driven fire pump. It can either start the fire pump manually through the local start pushbutton or automatically through the sensing of a pressure drop in the sprinkler system. The fire pump can be stopped manually with the local stop pushbutton or automatically after the restauration of the pressure in the sprinkler system. -
Page 6: Methods Of Starting/Stopping
Upon a start command, the motor is connected to the line in the Wye connection. After a time delay, the motor is reconnected to the line in the Delta configuration applying full voltage to the motor windings. This controller is of the open transition type. The motor is disconnected from the line during the transition from start (wye) to run (delta) mode. -
Page 7: Installation
Installation The HFX electric fire pump controller is intended to be installed in accordance with the European Standard EN 12845, Fixed firefighting systems – Automatic sprinkler system – Design, installation and maintenance. Location The controller shall be located as close as practical to the engine/motor it controls and shall be within sight of the engine/motor. -
Page 8: Sizing
Sizing Incoming power terminals on the controller are suitable to accept wire based on that selection with insulation not less than 60°C. (Refer to terminal diagram for terminal sizes.) The electrical wiring between the fire pump controller and the pump motor shall be in rigid, intermediate, or liquid tight flexible metal conduit or Type MI cable and meet the requirements of the electrical local codes. -
Page 9: Terminal Strip Descriptions
Terminal Strip Descriptions Alarm output terminals (SPDT Relay, 11:Common, 12:Normally Closed, 14:Normally Open): A: Motor Run B: Power Available (Failsafe relay) C: Pump on Demand D: Fail to Start E: Motor Trouble F: Factory Reserved Field input terminal (Dry Contact Only: Voltage Free): G: Remote Manual Start (NO) H: Lockout (NO) I: Remote Automatic Start (NC) -
Page 10: Quick Start-Up Guide
Quick Start-Up Guide The rating label is the most important label. It must be read carefully to ensure the compatibility between the controller and the installation. Verify that the controller is installed securely on the wall, or optionally on the mounting stand. - Page 11 Make sure to drill holes for the motor and power connections and run the cables inside the panel, all in accordance with the specifications in order to minimize interference with other equipment. Connect the input power and the motor on their respective terminals. Secure with the appropriate torque as indicated on the torque label and verify all connections.
- Page 12 Verify the motor rotation to ensure that the pump is turning in the right direction. The START and STOP push buttons can be used to toggle the motor ON/OFF. WARNING! On a Wye-Delta closed transition starter, if the transition from Wye to Delta occurs (after 5 to 8 seconds depending on the motor HP), the manual stop push button will be disabled for 80 seconds.
- Page 13 The "First Setup" page replaces the Homepage until the "First Setup" is done. Proceed to the setup page and press the lock to enter your authorization code. Verify that all other parameters on the setup page are correct. When satisfied with the controller settings, press the “Home” button on the membrane, then acknowledge the changes by pressing the "Done"...
- Page 14 Once the configuration is done, click on the “Home” membrane button. The “First Setup” page will be displayed The “First Start up” is now completed. The controller is fully installed and configured.
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Page 15: Main Features
Main Features The ViZiTouch A: Power Available LED: Indicates that power is available. B: Touch Screen: 4.3 inches color touch screen LCD. C: Alarm LED: Indicates if an alarm is active. D: Front USB Connector: USB Device connector used for files download, software update, service reports. E: Home button: Used to navigate to the Home page. -
Page 16: First Setup
Warning After 2 years of service, the Vizitouch battery may become less efficient and could lose the time after a shutdown. First Setup The First Setup must be done prior to using the controller. Completing the First Setup is the only way to access the homepage and enable the automatic mode of the controller. -
Page 17: Home
Home Home (Membrane button) Home The home page displays all controller statuses and important values of the controller. All voltages, currents, pressure, motor state and status, as well as all timers and motor starting sequences. The entire background will become red if an alarm becomes active. This feature will help the user identify a problem even from a significant distance away from the controller. -
Page 18: Screen Saver
Alarm indicator: Exclamation mark in a red triangle icon. As soon as at least one alarm is active or occurred, the alarm indicator will be flashing. H: The motor configuration symbol shows how the motor is wired to the contactor(s). This symbol is used to show if the motor is in a starting configuration (Wye wiring, for example) or in a permanent running configuration (i.e. -
Page 19: Alarms
Alarms Alarms (Membrane button) Alarms Displays the list of currently active and occurred alarms. An alarm is called ACTIVE when its triggering condition is still valid. An alarm is called OCCURRED when its triggering condition has been active, but is no longer true. Alarms representing serious concerns are colored RED. - Page 20 - Undercurrent: Activates when current is under 30% of FLA and motor has been running for 15 seconds. - Overcurrent: Activates when current is above 120% of FLA. - Under voltage: Activates when normal power voltage is below 80% of nominal voltage. - Over voltage: Activates when normal power voltage is above 120% of nominal voltage.
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Page 21: Configuration
Configuration Config (Membrane button) Config Setup all basic configuration parameters. The main configuration page provides a quick means of changing the most common settings. The padlock icon indicates the current authorization level. A locked padlock indicates that only basic settings can be changed. Press on the padlock to enter an authorization code to unlock additional settings. -
Page 22: Numpad Page
NumPad Page The NumPad is activated every time the user clicks on a white square box representing a number that can be set. On top of the NumPad, the current parameter is shown. The text will flash red if the value entered is invalid and the OK button will be black, indicating that the value is out of range. -
Page 23: User Login Page / Keypad Page
The Date and Time can be configured by selecting the current month and year by pressing the arrow buttons on each side of the “Month-Year” display and selecting the day of the month by selecting the actual day. The time is set by pressing the two square boxes under the clock;... -
Page 24: Advanced Configuration Page
character and the "CA" button clears the whole text field. Simply click the "OK" button once the value is set. This type of text field is mostly used to generate a digital text indication for a custom alarm input. Advanced Configuration Page Config >... -
Page 25: Voltage Calibration
Access level 1: - Motor starting and stopping: The sequential start timer set-point, in seconds, will delay an automatic motor starting. The run period timer, in minutes, will delay the stopping of the motor when the automatic run cause of an automatic stop configured controller has returned to normal and that no other run causes are present. -
Page 26: Inputs/Outputs Expansion Board 1-2-3-4
Inputs/Outputs Expansion board 1-2-3-4 Config > Advanced > Expansion Board 1-2-3-4 This page allows the configuration of both programmable inputs and outputs available on an IO Expansion board. Two buttons located far right navigates between the input and output section of the page. Input: The input page has four elements: The NO/NC setting, the "Digital Text Indication"... -
Page 27: Update Program Page
The factory settings are always pre-configured at the factory and set the main parameters of the controller. Most of the settings found on this page can only be changed by an authorized Tornatech employee and is protected by a level 8 password. -
Page 28: Reset To Factory Settings Page
FLC: Full load current rating of the motor. LRC: Lock rotor current rating of the motor. Unless specified, this value is automatically set to six times the FLC. Phase: Input power number of phases. Frequency: Input power frequency. Transition Timer: Will set the time for which a motor is in the temporary starting wiring configuration. When this timer expires, the motor will be wired in delta. -
Page 29: Interlock Lockout
“Factory Reset”. Its purpose is to allow an update of configuration variables that can only be updated by Tornatech Inc. All other square buttons on this page are “Level 9” security and can only be used by certified Tornatech representatives, unless otherwise specified. The first square in the upper left corner performs the “Select all”... - Page 30 Interlock is an Output that prevents a second motor from starting. - Enable in emergency: If checked, this option will activate the output "interlock" on an Emergency start. - Enable in manual mode: If checked, this option will activate the output "interlock" on a Manual start. - Enable in automatic: If checked, this option will activate the output "interlock"...
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Page 31: History
History History (Membrane button) History Select a specific page within the History section. Everything related to the statistics, events, pressure, power logs and the download to USB is available within the History page. -Events: This button leads to the “Events” page, which displays the most recent 500 events. Each event log contains the date and time of occurrence as well as a brief description of the event. -
Page 32: Details Of The History Page
Details of the History Page Events Page History > Events Log It shows the last 500 events which occurred in chronological order. The first column is the date, the second one is the time of occurrence and the third column is the “Event message”. To obtain a log that is older than 500 events, visit the “Download to USB Device”... - Page 33 To download information from the ViZiTouch to a USB Device a user with at least a "level 1" password must be logged in. The first square beside the title is a "Select All" button. Pressing it will select all categories except "Archive copied files", which serves a separate purpose.
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Page 34: The Statistics
The Statistics All Time Statistics History > All Time Statistics All statistics shown here are calculated since the controller's first start-up was done. All dates are in the YYYY.MM.DD format and all time references are in the HH:MM:SS format. -First Power Up: Date and time of when the controller was first powered up. -First Start Up: Date and time of when the controller's first start-up was completed. -
Page 35: Technical Documents
Technical Documents Important Notice! Every analog sensor cable used for this controller should be shielded. The shield has to be grounded on the motor side. Not complying to these recommendations may affect the controller good functioning and void its warranty. Patents Country Title Grant No... -
Page 36: Pre-Field Acceptance Test
Pre-Field Acceptance Test TORNATECH MODEL HFX ELECTRIC FIRE PUMP CONTROLLER PRE- FIELD ACCEPTANCE TEST CHECK LIST Note: This document should be an official indication of whether or not the installation and general condition of the equipment is adequate for a field acceptance test. This document should also aid the individual responsible for executing the field acceptance test to decide whether or not to carry out the field acceptance test of the equipment. - Page 37 Tornatech Controller S/N: _________________________________________ Installation address: _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Check list completed? _____________Yes _____________ No Check list completed by: __________________________________________ Company: __________________________________________ Date: __________________________________________ Witnessed By: __________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________...
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Page 38: Field Acceptance Test Report
Field Acceptance Test Report TORNATECH MODEL HFX ELECTRIC FIRE PUMP CONTROLLER FIELD ACCEPTANCE TEST REPORT Complete this first section if it was not completed during the Pre-Field Acceptance test Note: A manual or automatic start must only be executed if the motor and the pump have been cleared to be started by their respective official service technicians. - Page 39 Power Available connected? _____Yes _____ No Phase Reversal connected? _____Yes _____ No Other contacts supplied and connected? _____Yes _____ No Tornatech Controller S/N: _________________________________________ Installation address: _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Field Acceptance Test completed? _____Yes _____ No Field Acceptance completed by: __________________________________________...
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