Content General aspects Introduction Warning notes Copyright protection Disposal information Warranty Obligation of the operating company Liability disclaimer Declaration of conformity Contact address Safety Intended use Requirements on persons Safety instructions Safety devices 2.4.1 Fundamental aspects 2.4.2 Safety devices on the compact flame controller Safety instructions in case of maintenance and troubleshooting 2.5.1 Fundamental aspects...
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Content Functional description Hand held terminal HT 100 5.3.1 Menu item “Detector” 5.3.2 Menu item “Values” 5.3.3 Menu item “Switch-off time” 5.3.4 Menu item “Thesholds” 5.3.5 Menu item “Quit” 5.3.6 Menu item “Password” 5.3.7 Menu item “Language” Operation of the Compact Flame Controller Test of the Compact Flame Controller Care and Maintenance Replace the UV tube...
General aspects General aspects Introduction These operating instructions are a helpful guide for ensur- ing the successful and safe operation of the compact flame controller. They contain important information on how to operate the controller safely, correctly and effi- ciently. Observing the operating instructions will help to prevent hazards, reduce costs of repair and downtimes and increase the reliability and life of the device.
General aspects Warning notes The following warning notes are used in these operating instructions: This warning level indicates an imminent hazardous situa- tion. If the hazardous situation is not prevented, this will result in death or severe injury. Follow the instructions that accompany this warning to prevent the risk of death and severe personal injury.
These operatint instructions have to be treated as confi- dential. They may only be used by authorised staff. Ac- cess by third parties may only be granted upon written agreement of BFI Automation. All documents are protected in keeping with the German copyright law.
non-performance of specified maintenance work It is recommended that the operator of the device con- cludes a service contract with BFI Automation. This guar- antees that the device is regularly checked by our service staff and ensures that any required wearing and spare parts are available without long delivery periods.
General aspects Obligation of the operating company The compact flame controller may cause hazards if it is operated inappropriately or in an improper condition. The operating company is under the obligation to operate the machine in proper state only. The operating company has to secure hazardous areas that exist between BFI de- vices and the customer's own equipment.
BFI Automation for consequential damages. BFI Automation is liable for possible errors or omissions with the exclusion of additional claims entered into in the framework of the warranty obligations conceded to in the contract.
Safety Safety Intended use The Compact Flame Controller CFC 100 is intended ex- clusively for the monitoring of flames. The fields of appli- cation of this Compact Flame Controller are flame detec- tions for continuous and 72 h operation on gas, oil and mixed fuel burner, oil fired diffusion flames, gas flames on duct burner and reheatings.
Safety Requirements on persons Work on/with the device may only be performed by per- sons authorized to do so based on their training and quali- fication. Furthermore, such persons have to have been commissioned by the operating company. Do not allow any persons who are being apprenticed, ed- ucated, instructed or on a general training programme to work on the device without the constant supervision of an experienced person.
Safety Safety instructions The following instructions on accident prevention have to be observed when operating the compact flame controller. Only operate the device if it is in a proper state ! Do not remove or disable safety devices. Check for externally noticeable damage and defects prior to using the device ! Immediately notify the appro- priate authority/person of any changes that occur (in- cluding changes in operating performance).
Safety Safety devices 2.4.1 Fundamental aspects Check the safety equipment and locking devices on the device for safe operational condition. Only operate the device if all safety devices are present and enabled. The operating company or operator of the compact flame controller is responsible for the proper op- eration of the device.
Operating and auxiliary materials as well as exchanged parts have to be disposed of in a safe and eco-friendly way. Spare parts supplied by BFI Automation or approved of by BFI Automation only may be used.
Safety 2.5.2 Electrical / electronic devices Danger to life caused by electrical current! Contact with live wires or components presents a danger to life ! Before working on electrical components, disconnect the compact flame controller from the mains power supply! In keeping with the electrical regulations, work on electri- cal / electronic parts / components may only be carried out by electrical specialists.
Safety 2.5.3 Testing in keeping with the German Work- place Safety Ordinance (BetrSichV) In case of the coupling or installation of devices from vari- ous manufacturers or suppliers, the operating company has to carry out a precise test, prior to start-up, in keeping with the German Workplace Safety Ordinance (BetrSichV) in force and the applicable electrical regulations.
Technical data Technical data General characteristic features Flame scanner with integrated amplifier and flame re- Tested by the German Technical Inspection Associa- tion TÜV DVGW approved CE0085CQ0104 For continuous, intermittent and 72-hours operation Sensor type: UV tube ...
Technical data Electrical system, Optical and Mechanical Data spectral sensitivity UV, 185 to 260 nm Sight view angle 2.7 ° Self monitoring fully electronical (every second) and alter- nating mechanically (approx. every 2 minutes) Operating voltage 24 V DC Current consumption approx.
Report any damage After arrival of the device and accessories, notify the ship- ping agent, the insurance company and BFI Automation immediately in case of any damage caused by transport or inadequate packaging. Take steps to minimise and prevent further damage.
Transport, Installation and Connection Packaging The compact flame controller is shipped in different pack- aging materials. The most frequently used packaging materials are card- board and plastics (foils, foamed material). Packaging has to be disposed of in an environmentally friendly way and in accordance with the relevant provi- sions on disposal.
Transport, Installation and Connection Installation All installation and connection work may be carried out by qualified and approved specialist staff only ! The legal regulations as well as adjustment instructions of the plant operator have to be observed! Compact Flame Controller Heating insulator Optical alignment device Swivel mount...
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Transport, Installation and Connection Recommendation: For adjustment, use the optical alignment device (availa- ble as an option) as shown in the figure below. The best setting is obtained when a large visual field is achieved. correct incorrect Risk of damage to the eyes from infrared and ultraviolet radiation and from escaping gases during visual flame monitoring! Wear filtering protective goggles !
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The entire mechanical peripheral system can be supplied by BFI Automation. Harting plug Sight tube connec- Special cable KW5...
Transport, Installation and Connection 4.9.1 Works setting of the compact flame controller Danger to life caused by combustion or explosion ! Incorrect installation or adjustment may result in uncon- trolled combustion or explosions! Observe the adjustment instructions of the plant operator! Adjustment work may be carried out only by qualified and approved specialist staff! Compact flame controllers with variable sensitivity set-...
Transport, Installation and Connection 4.9.2 Adaption of the compact flame controller to the firing installation Danger to life caused by combustion or explosion ! Incorrect installation or adjustment may result in uncon- trolled combustion or explosions! Observe the adjustment instructions of the plant operator! Adjustment work may be carried out only by qualified and approved specialist staff! All adjustments and settings must be carried out, when...
Transport, Installation and Connection 4.10 Connection 4.10.1 Electrical connection Danger to life caused by electrical current! Electrcal current may lead to injuries or to death! The safety instructions and local safety regulations have to be observed during connection! Have electrical connections made only by authorised spe- cialist personnel! For connection data, please refer to the chapter Technical data and to the following terminal diagram.
Transport, Installation and Connection 4.10.2 Terminal diagram Internal connection Colours of BFI special cable Occupancy of socket / plug AC/DC White Brown Pink + 24V Green Yellow Gray Output 4-20 mA Switch over channel 2 Blue with external 24 V DC Not used Connection of standard compact flame controller with special cable KW6 Internal...
Transport, Installation and Connection 4.11 Storage Do not unpack the packed compact flame controller and accessories. The following conditions apply to storage: Store in a dry place. Maximum relative humidity 60%. Ensure that the packages are not stored outdoors. In addition, It has to be assured that the floor in the storage area will remain dry throughout the storage pe- riod.
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Functional description The compact flame controller CFC 100 disposes of a small banded UV sensitive detector unit which generates an im- pulse diagram proportional to the UV radiation. The follow- ing sensitivity setting allows a processing of the signal for the adaptation to the heating relations.
A flame analysis can be made with the hand held terminal HT 100 as well as sensitivity adjustment of both channels. All data of the CFC 100 can be shown. More information about the HT 100 you will find in the document BA HT100 EN.
Description 5.3.4 Menu item “Thesholds” For both channels the thresholds can be shown and edit. The edit mode is password protected. Following parameters can be chosen for each channel: 4 mA threshold 20 mA threshold ON threshold for the flame relay ...
Operation of the Compact Flame Controller Operation of the Compact Flame Controller Danger of injury and material damage if improperly used! Improper use of the compact flame controller can lead to injury or even death and to material damage! Operation of the compact flame controller only by author- ised and qualified special personnel! Observe the operating instructions! The response of the compact flame controller depends on...
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Operation of the Compact Flame Controller...
Replace the UV tube The UV tube is an important part of the safety-related compact flame controller CFC 100. For replacement of single components only use original spareparts from BFI Automation because this is the only way to guarantee the safe function of the device.
4 cross-head screws Put on the purge air flange and fix it Connect the CFC 100 and reset the operating hour counter with the hand held terminal HT 100. For more information take a look to BA HT100 EN.
Failures Failures Problem: Display: Cause: Remedy: No Flame No mA output signal Compact flame con- Check voltage supply ON signal af- troller not functioning Yellow LED OFF Replace compact flame controller ter the Green LED OFF Check electrical connection burner was No data communication started Flame signal (software)
Mindermann GmbH under the following order data: Compact flame controller with standard housing for Ex zone 2 Order-No. CFC 100 6012-1031-00 The following accessories are offert by BFI Automation for the compact flame controller: Accessories Order-No. Hand held terminal HT 100 7040-2010-00 Tube-unit incl.
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