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CHECKFIRE 210
DETECTION AND
ACTUATION SYSTEM
PLANNING, INSTALLATION, PROGRAMMING, OPeRATION, ANd MAINTeNANCe MANUAL
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. 440392-01

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  • Page 1 CHECKFIRE 210 DETECTION AND ACTUATION SYSTEM PLANNING, INSTALLATION, PROGRAMMING, OPeRATION, ANd MAINTeNANCe MANUAL 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. 440392-01...
  • Page 3 Installation and maintenance shall be performed by an individual holding current ANSUL Certification from an ANSUL CHECKFIRE 210 Training Program with training to plan, install, recharge, and maintain the CHECKFIRE 210 System(s). Individuals must also hold current ANSUL Certification from an ANSUL A-101 or LVS training program.
  • Page 4 CHECKFIRE 210 EXPLANATION OF SAFETY ALERTS Detection and Actuation System REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation in which a person will experi- ence serious personal injury or death if the situation is not avoided. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation in which a person could expe- rience serious personal injury or death if the situation is not avoided.
  • Page 5 CHECKFIRE 210 REVISION RECORD Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-09 REV. 0 PAGE 1 DATE PAGE REV. NO. DATE PAGE REV. NO. 2014-MAY-09 FOREWORD 2014-MAY-09 2014-MAY-09 2-12 2014-MAY-09 2014-MAY-09 2014-MAY-09 2014-MAY-09 5-17 2014-MAY-09 5-18 2014-MAY-09 10-1 Indicates revised information. LEGEND FOR MANUAL PAGE REVISION INDICATORS: Indicates no change to text –...
  • Page 6 CHECKFIRE 210 REVISION RECORD Detection and Actuation System PAGE 2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-09 NOTES:...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CHECKFIRE 210 TAbLE OF CONTENTS Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE TOC-1 SECTION PAGES SECTION PAGES SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 1-1 – 1-4 USER INTERFACE 3-1 – 3-8 System Description User Interface Field Connectivity COMPONENTS 2-1 – 2-14 Display Module Front Panel Buttons CHECKFIRE 210 Display Module Display Module Front Panel Indicators CHECKFIRE 110/210 Mounting Bracket...
  • Page 8 CHECKFIRE 210 TAbLE OF CONTENTS Detection and Actuation System PAGE TOC-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 SECTION PAGES OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE 6-1 – 6-22 IN SERVICE Table 6-1: Preparation – Operational Test Table 6-2: Isolation Feature Table 6-3: Operational Test Table 6-4: Internal Power Only – 6-17 Operational Test Table 6-5: Alarm Condition LED...

  • Page 9: System Description

    SECTION 1 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 1-1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION CHECKFIRE 210 System Specifications The CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System is typi- SYSTEM POWER (24 HOUR OPERATION) cally used with an ANSUL A-101 or LVS Vehicle Fire Suppres-  ...
  • Page 11 SECTION 1 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 1-3 CHECKFIRE 210 System Connectivity (Continued) Release Circuit: Connects up to a maximum of 10 Elec- tric-Pneumatic Actuators installed on agent tank expellant gas  TYPICAL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS cartridges using Release Circuit Cable(s), Release Circuit  The Display Module continually exhibits system status. Color- Tee(s) (needed for additional tanks), and Release Circuit Drop  coded receptacles on the Interface Control Module (ICM)  Cable(s). provide ease of CHECKFIRE 210 System installation.
  • Page 12 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 1 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Detection and Actuation System PAGE 1-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 NOTES:...

  • Page 13: Components

    SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 2-1 CHECKFIRE 210 DISPLAY MODULE CHECKFIRE 110/210 MOUNTING BRACKET Part No. 439560 Part No. 439564 Provides communication with the Interface Control Module Provides flexible bracket mounting of Display Module at  (ICM) and indicates system status See Figure 2-1. various viewing angles.

  • Page 14: Display Cable

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS Detection and Actuation System PAGE 2-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 I/O BUS, CANbus, and DISPLAY CABLE I/O BUS, CANbus, and DISPLAY CABLE BULKHEAD Part No. See table CONNECTOR Part No. 439449 Connects CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module with  Display Module for input/output communications. See Figure  Provides feedthrough protection and support for display  2-4. module communication cable. See Figure 2-5.

  • Page 15: Checkfire 210 Interface Control Module

    SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02      REv. 0        PAGE 2-3 CHECKFIRE 210 INTERFACE CONTROL MODULE BATTERY PRoGRAMMInG  WELL InTERFACE Part No. 439561 The CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module (ICM) commu- nicates with the CHECKFIRE 210 Display Module and is the  central connection point for input/output circuits. An isolate  switch is easily accessible on the side of the module See  Figure 2-6. The accessible battery compartment contains the internal  power supply, a mini USB connection port, and the program- ming interface. See Figure 2-7. •    D ust and water tight (IP67 rated) •    D urable high-strength glass-filled nylon material • ...

  • Page 16: Electric Manual Actuator (Ema)

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS Detection and Actuation System PAGE 2-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 ELECTRIC MANUAL ACTUATOR (EMA) OPTIONAL PNEUMATIC MANUAL ACTUATOR Part No. 439400 Part No. See system manuals Provides electrical activation of the fire suppression system;  Provides pneumatic actuation of the fire suppression system  typically accessible from ground level and/or in a path of  from a remote location typically accessible from ground level  egress. See Figure 2-9. and/or in a path of egress.  •    E lectronic signal sent to Interface Control Module immedi- Note: If plans include an optional pneumatic manual actuator ...

  • Page 17: Spot Thermal Detector

    SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-09      REv. 01        PAGE 2-5 SPOT THERMAL DETECTOR LINEAR DETECTOR Part No. See Temperature Selections Table Part No. See table Provides spot thermal detection in the protected area(s). See  Provides fire detection in the protected area; connects to the  Figure 2-11. CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module via the Detection  Circuit Cable. See Figure 2-13. •    C olor-coded fixed-temperature design  Maximum total length of Linear Detector plus Detection Circuit ...

  • Page 18: Detection Circuit Cable

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS Detection and Actuation System PAGE 2-6        REv. 0        2014-MAY-02 DETECTION CIRCUIT CABLE DETECTION CIRCUIT TEE Part No. See table Part No. 439394 Connects to CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module,  Connects individual Electric Manual Actuator(s) or Spot  Electric Manual Actuator(s) (EMA), and detection input compo- Thermal Detector(s) on a branch line to main detection circuit  nents. See Figure 2-14. trunk. See Figure 2-16.

  • Page 19: Release Circuit Cable

    SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02      REv. 0        PAGE 2-7 RELEASE CIRCUIT CABLE RELEASE CIRCUIT DROP CABLE Part No. See table Part No. See table Connects to CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module,  Provides connectivity between Release Circuit Cable and Elec- Release Circuit Tee(s), and/or Release Circuit Drop Cable(s).  tric-Pneumatic Actuator. See Figure 2-21. See Figure 2-19. •    I P67 connectors  • ...

  • Page 20: Electric-Pneumatic Actuator

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS Detection and Actuation System PAGE 2-8        REv. 0        2014-MAY-02 ELECTRIC-PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR •    G enerates force to drive the Electric-Pneumatic Actuator  puncture pin through an expellant gas cartridge seal,  Part No. 439569 (normally supplied with agent tanks or expel- allowing the expellant gas to flow into agent tank. lant gas cartridge/bracket assemblies) •    I ntegral spade connectors easily field install into the Release  Attaches to agent tank expellant gas cartridge and provides  Circuit Drop Cable. See Figure 2-25. release of gas into agent tank. See Figure 2-24. For electrical activation install Release Circuit Cable Assem- blies (with PAD), see Figure 2-27. on system activation, Elec- SPADE ...

  • Page 21: Backup Power/Relay Circuit Cable

    SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02      REv. 0        PAGE 2-9 BACKUP POWER/RELAY CIRCUIT CABLE AUXILIARY POWER CABLE (Green Connectors) (RELAY #1 and #2) (Yellow Connectors) Part No. See table Part No. See table Connects CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module with  Connects CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module with relay  auxiliary circuits provided by others. See Figures 2-31 and ...

  • Page 22: Power Circuit Cable

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS Detection and Actuation System PAGE 2-10 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 POWER CIRCUIT CABLE RELEASE AND POWER CIRCUITS BULKHEAD Part No. See table CONNECTOR Part No. 439405 Connects CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module to Fused  Power Circuit Cable. See Figure 2-33. Provides feedthrough protection and support for either release  or power circuit cable. See Figure 2-35. •    I P67 connectors •  IP67 connectors • ...

  • Page 23: Label Package

    SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 2-11 LABEL PACKAGE As a reminder to service and maintenance personnel, install  Part No. 440798 this CAUTIon (Label no. 71455) in the area protected by the  Linear Detector. See Figure 2-38. Provides instructions for vehicle/equipment operators and  service personnel on system operation and protection.  Attach appropriate labels as needed in the specified locations.  See Figures 2-36 thru 2-39.  If automatic vehicle/equipment shutdown is part of the    C HECKFIRE System, install Label no. 440799 near the oper- ator’s line of vision. Cut out the correct time delay value from  Label no. 440800, remove backing to expose adhesive, and  attach to Label 440799 in the space provided. See Figure  2-36. FIGURE 2-38 LABEL FOR PROTECTING LINEAR DETECTOR 009325 Install this label next to every Electric Manual Actuator (EMA). ...

  • Page 24: Discharge Pressure Switch Assembly

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS Detection and Actuation System PAGE 2-12        REv. 01        2014-MAY-09 DISCHARGE PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY DETECTIon CIRCUIT Part No. 440389 Provides pressure switch feedback to the ICM through Detec- tion Circuit #2. See Figure 2-40. •    o ne integral cable, sealed to switch housing •    M anually resettable SPDT switch  •    R ated for 6A with 12/36 vDC nominal  • ...

  • Page 25: Detection Circuit Tester

    SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02      REv. 0        PAGE 2-13 DETECTION CIRCUIT TESTER RELEASE CIRCUIT TESTER Part No. 440097 Part No. 441021 Simulates normal, fault, and alarm conditions for testing the  Indicates a successful release energy pulse to fire the PAD  CHECKFIRE 210 System performance. See Figure 2-42. (pass or fail). See Figure 2-43. Switch settings: normal SWITCH: oFF,  on, RESET Fault Alarm FIGURE 2-42 DETECTION CIRCUIT TESTER 009287 FIGURE 2-43 RELEASE CIRCUIT TESTER...

  • Page 26: 2014-May-02

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS Detection and Actuation System PAGE 2-14 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 NOTES:...

  • Page 27: User Interface

    SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 3-1 USER INTERFACE DISPLAY MODULE FRONT PANEL BUTTONS This section provides the user with overall information on “DELAY/Reset/Silence” Button features and operation of the CHECKFIRE 210 Display Module Manage fault and/or alarm conditions by pressing the “DELAY/ and Interface Control Module (ICM).
  • Page 28 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 3-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 DISPLAY MODULE FRONT PANEL BUTTONS (Continued) ALARM ConDITIon: Red “PUSH To Activate / Alarm When Lit” Button and LED  Time Delay #1 (TD1) Indicator (See Figure 3-2) LED pulses RED 2 x 1 second until last 5 seconds of Time • ...
  • Page 29 SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 3-3 Table 3-1 – ALARM CONDITION LED INDICATORS DETECTION CIRCUIT "PUSH To Activate /  DISCHARGE  SHUTDOWN  #1 and/or #2 LED(s) Alarm When Lit" LED  Manual Action (Immediate Release Circuit Activation) Push the "PUSH To Activate/Alarm When Lit" button,  Release Activated  Post Release Activated  Pull ring pin and strike button on EMA***  Release Activated  Post Release Activated  Automatic Action (Detector Activation) (Detection Circuit #1 and/or #2 Input ‐ Alarm Condition) Alarm Only Programming or Isolate Mode                                0 seconds ...

  • Page 30: Display Module Front Panel Indicators

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 3-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 DISPLAY MODULE FRONT PANEL INDICATORS RELEASE DETECTIon DETECTIon CIRCuIt lEd –  CIRCuIt #2 lEd –  CIRCuIt #1 lEd –  Power LED (See Figure 3-3) aMBER aMBER oR REd DISCHARGE aMBER oR REd lEd – REd •    I nternal Power status – Power lEd pulses GREEn 1 x 3  seconds during normal operation • ...

  • Page 31: Internal Sounder

    SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 3-5 DISPLAY MODULE FRONT PANEL INDICATORS POWER  (Continued) Internal Power Shutdown LED (See Figure 3-3) The CHECKFIRE 210 System has an internal power source •    P ulses REd 4 x 1 second in an alarm condition beginning in  (ICM Battery Module (Part no. 440352)) providing up to 365  the last 5 seconds of TD1 (see Table 3-1) days of power under normal operating conditions.

  • Page 32: Interface Control Module

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 3-6 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 INTERFACE CONTROL MODULE Relay #1 & #2 Receptacle (Yellow) The CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module (ICM) includes Provides the connection point for a maximum of two internal system electronics, and receptacles for system cables. The relays to control external devices (by others).
  • Page 33 SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 3-7 INTERFACE CONTROL MODULE (Continued) System Isolate Switch ICM Programming Panel The CHECKFIRE 210 System includes an isolation feature for end-users to minimize the occurrence of a false discharge  Remove the battery cover for access to the programming when service or maintenance is being performed on the button and associated program indicator lights (LEDs).
  • Page 34 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 3 – USER INTERFACE Detection and Actuation System PaGE 3-8        REV. 0        2014-May-02 NOTES:...

  • Page 35: System Planning

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 4-1 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION BASIC PLANNING CLASS A MATERIALS • Electric wiring insulation Individuals responsible for planning (or designing) a • Plastic parts CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System must hold current ANSUL Certification from an ANSUL A-101 and/or LVS • Rubber training program.

  • Page 36: Specific Planning Information

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 4-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 Notification – Operator Safety CROSS-ZONE DETECTION Fire can occur in locations not visible to the vehicle operator. In Selecting Cross-Zone Detection requires both detection circuits  addition, noisy vehicle operation may result in difficulty hearing (#1 and #2) to have an alarm condition before the start of Time ...
  • Page 37 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02      REV. 0        PAGE 4-3 Programming Options (Continued) CAUTION TIME DELAYS AND RESTART PROGRAMMING Two programmable time delays are available with the  Programming both Time Delay #1 and Time Delay #2 to zero    C HECKFIRE 210 System. Time Delay #1 (TD1) starts  seconds  results  in  immediate  System  activation  following  an  when a detection circuit receives an alarm condition (unless  alarm condition. This situation could lead to immediate equip- programmed for Alarm Only or Cross-Zone Detection). Time  ment shutdown (if using the shutdown relay function) or other  Delay #1 can be restarted by the operator. Time Delay #2  unforeseen  issues  which  could  result  in  significant  property  (TD2) starts at the end of TD1, and cannot be restarted. ...
  • Page 38 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 4-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 Display Module Location (Continued) Detection Circuit Cable (Red Connectors) Connects input devices to the CHECKFIRE 210 Interface NOTICE Control Module (ICM) such as: •  Electric Manual Actuators (EMA) The ...
  • Page 39 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02      REV. 0        PAGE 4-5 Detection Circuit Cable (Red Connectors) (Continued) LINEAR DETECTOR  4. Select appropriate cable lengths for area of installation. Linear Detector (red connectors and twisted cable) connects  Total detection circuit length is calculated with the Linear  directly to the main Detection Circuit Cable. Detector length.
  • Page 40 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 4-6        REV. 0        2014-MAY-02 Detection Circuit Cable (Red Connectors) (Continued) 4. Spot thermal detectors may be run in a branch line from main detection circuit trunk. A branch terminator is LINEAR DETECTOR (Continued) required when installed on a branch line. See Figure 4-4. ...
  • Page 41 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 4-7 Detection Circuit Cable (Red Connectors) (Continued) INCORRECT DESIGN INSTALLATIONS EMA MUST BE  ON SINGLE USE BRANCH CAUTION NO DOUBLE  BRANCHING Do not use an EOL Device on a branch line because the complete ...
  • Page 42 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 4-8        REV. 0        2014-MAY-02 Detection Circuit Cable (Red Connectors) (Continued) Release Circuit Cable (Blue Connectors) INCORRECT DESIGN INSTALLATIONS (Continued) Connects Electric-Pneumatic Actuator(s) (for agent tank expel- lant gas cartridges(s)) to CHECKFIRE 210 ICM. CAUTION • ...
  • Page 43 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02      REV. 0        PAGE 4-9 Relay Circuit Cable (Yellow Connectors) 2. Plan route for the auxiliary output circuit cable from the ICM to the local termination points (note end points for Connects external signaling devices and components to cable lengths).
  • Page 44 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 4-10 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 Optional Discharge Pressure Switch Assembly Install switch in expellant gas actuation line next to inlet port on  the agent tank. Make certain to protect switch and connections  from potential damage. The switch  must be on a branch line in detection circuit #2  with an EOL Device completing the main trunk of the tee. Note: Pressure switch activates on expellant gas release. Label Package Include a Label Package (Part No. 440798) to identify specific  procedures of the system to equipment operators.  System Layout Once components are selected and locations are determined, complete a final drawing of the system layout. This drawing ...

  • Page 45: Planning Checklist Template

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 4-11 Programming Options PLANNING CHECKLIST TEMPLATE (Copy before use) (Certain options will affect availability of other options)  Components Pressure Switch Feedback (PSF) h CHECKFIRE 210 Display Module h Disabled (default) h    E nabled, uses Detection Circuit #2 for pressure switch  h ...
  • Page 46 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 4 – SYSTEM PLANNING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 4-12 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 NOTES:...

  • Page 47: Installation And Programming

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-1 INSTALLATION 4. Install foam gasket on display module. a. Remove protective backing exposing gasket adhesive. Before installing the CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System, Section 4 - System Planning should be studied in its b.
  • Page 48 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 Surface mounting Instructions (Continued) Bracket mounting Instructions 8. Hand-tighten enclosure nut on threaded boss, see Figure Bracket mounting requires the CHECKFIRE 110/210 Mount- 5-3.
  • Page 49 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-3 Bracket mounting Instructions (Continued) 2. Confirm access to the display module for proper cable connections, periodic inspections, and maintenance. Verify module location and connections will not interfere with vehicle/equipment operation, service, and maintenance.

  • Page 50: Checkfire 210 Display Module

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 Bracket mounting Instructions (Continued) mOUNTINg INTErFACE CONTrOL mOdULE (ICm) Mount on a flat surface that will properly support the ICM NOTICE during all vehicle/equipment operating and environmental conditions (e.g.

  • Page 51: Cable Connectivity/Installation

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-5 CABLE CONNECTIVITY / INSTALLATION 1. Align the male end with the female end by positioning keyed slots and pins in the proper orientation, see Figure The CHECKFIRE 210 System utilizes IP67 circular threaded 5-11.
  • Page 52 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-6 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 general Instructions for Cable Installation (Continued) 3. Secure cables at least every 3 ft (0.9 m) and within 1 ft (0.3 m) on both sides of connectors or connection to a Confirm cables are not subject to damage and will not interfere device.

  • Page 53: Linear Detector Installation

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-09 REV. 01 PAGE 5-7 LINEAr dETECTOr INSTALLATION 1. Make sure detection circuit cable is completely installed from CHECKFIRE 210 ICM to hazard area end point. Start Install Linear Detector throughout the hazard area by connect- installation of Linear Detector at end point of detection ing directly to the main detection circuit trunk.

  • Page 54: Spot Thermal Detector Installation

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-8 REV. 01 2014-MAY-09 LINEAr dETECTOr INSTALLATION (Continued) SpOT THErmAL dETECTOr INSTALLATION Mount in a location where detector head points in a downward 5. when a Linear Detector must pass-through a partition it is position with exposure over the hazard area (refer to layout recommended to use a bulkhead fitting designed for the drawing).

  • Page 55: Electric Manual Actuator (Ema) Installation

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-09 REV. 01 PAGE 5-9 SpOT THErmAL dETECTOr INSTALLATION (Continued) RETRO-FIT INSTALLATION 3. Place Heat Shield over detector head and loosely install For a retro-fit installation, install spot thermal detector bracket retaining nut.
  • Page 56 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-10 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 ELECTrIC mANUAL ACTUATOr (EmA) INSTALLATION Bracket mounting Instructions (Continued) The bracket has a 1 9/16 in. (39.7 mm) hole for mounting the 2. Determine position and add keyway for EMA orientation EMA.

  • Page 57: Electric-Pneumatic Actuator Installation

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-11 Bracket mounting Instructions (Continued) WArNINg Before attaching Electric-Pneumatic Actuator to expellant gas cartridge, verify the cartridge is properly secured and confirm CONFIRM PULL PIN IS ACCESSIBLE puncture pin is in the completely retracted position.

  • Page 58: Detection Circuit Cables

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-12 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 ELECTrIC-pNEUmATIC ACTUATOr INSTALLATION Verify each cable route (#1 and/or #2) from the ICM to the (Continued) detection component end points conforms to the following rules (see Figure 5-31): 4.
  • Page 59 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-13 dETECTION CIrCUIT CABLES (Continued) INCORRECT INSTALLATIONS CAUTION MUST INSTALL EMA(S) IF USED PRIOR TO Do not use an EOL Device on a branch because complete OTHER DEVICES detection circuit will not be monitored.

  • Page 60: Display Cables

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-14 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 dETECTION CIrCUIT CABLES (Continued) dISpLAY CABLES INCORRECT INSTALLATIONS (Continued) The Display Module Receptacle (black ID ring) on the CHECKFIRE 210 ICM is the starting point for the display circuit.

  • Page 61: Relay Circuit Cables

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-15 rELEASE CIrCUIT CABLES (Continued) CAUTION Install Release Circuit using the following rules (see Figure 5-43 and 5-44): DO NOT ATTACH ANY RELEASE CIRCUIT DROP CABLE 1.

  • Page 62: Auxiliary Output Cables

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-16 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 AUXILIArY OUTpUT CABLES Before installation remove fuse and place in a safe place. Install power circuit using the following rules: The Auxiliary Output Receptacle (Green ID ring) on the CHECKFIRE 210 ICM is the starting point of the Auxiliary 1.

  • Page 63: Discharge Pressure Switch

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-09 REV. 01 PAGE 5-17 pOWEr CIrCUIT CABLES (Continued) Standard installation of the pressure switch is at the agent tank (see Figure 5-50). NOTICE CAUTION Anytime fuse cover is opened or fuse is removed, review steps (a-e) to confirm fuse Locate pressure switch next to agent tank at end of expellant and cover are correctly replaced.
  • Page 64 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-18 REV. 01 2014-MAY-09 prESSUrE SWITCH ASSEmBLY (Continued) NO wRENCH TORqUE wRENCH GRIP FIgUrE 5-51 WrENCH grIp ArEA 009231 pressure Switch reset To reset the pressure switch, press the red reset button located on the back of the switch.

  • Page 65: Label Package

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-19 LABEL pACKAgE As a reminder to service and maintenance personnel, install part No. 440798 this CAUTION (Label No. 441207) in the area protected by the Linear Detector.

  • Page 66: Final Component Connections

    If the display module or power is not available, the ICM can PNEUMATIC MANUAL ACTUATION (Optional) be programmed with a PC and the ANSUL CHECKFIRE 210 If layout drawing includes an optional pneumatic manual actu- Programmer software (see Table 5-5). Programming system ator in the operator’s compartment, confirm the operator has...
  • Page 67 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-21 TABLE 5-1: prOgrAmmINg SUmmArY LED STATUS Function LED OFF/Disabled LED ON/Enabled Identifier(s) Description (Default Function*) (Optional Function*) PSF-1 Pressure Switch No pressure switch feedback Pressure Switch Feedback –...

  • Page 68: Programming Mode

    CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-22 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 Review the following tables with instructions on programming options for the CHECKFIRE 210 System. TABLE 5-2: prEpArATION – ICm mANUAL prOgrAmmINg mOdE manual programming With The ICm programming Button (pB) when using the Programming Button (PB), the ICM must be connected to the display module to save changes and...
  • Page 69 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-23 TABLE 5-2: prEpArATION – ICm mANUAL prOgrAmmINg mOdE (Continued) 3. Push programming button once to advance to the next PUSH PB ONCE LED. The next LED pulses 1 x 1 second and previous TO ADVANCE TO NExT LED LED is either ON or OFF showing programming status.
  • Page 70 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-24 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 5-3: mANUAL prOgrAmmINg OpTIONS pSF-1, pressure Switch Feedback PSF-1 changes the function of Detection Circuit #2 between 1. PUSH PB an independent detection/release circuit input (default UNTIL PSF-1 IS programming —...
  • Page 71 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-25 TABLE 5-3 – mANUAL prOgrAmmINg OpTIONS (Continued) dET-3, Alarm Only, detection Circuit #1 (dET-2 must be OFF) 1. PUSH PB DET-3 changes Detection Circuit #1 between independent UNTIL DET-3 IS detection/release operation (default programming –...
  • Page 72 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-26 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 5-3: mANUAL prOgrAmmINg OpTIONS (Continued) dET-4, Alarm Only, detection Circuit #2 (pSF-1 and dET-2 must be OFF) DET-4 changes Detection Circuit #2 between independent detection/release operation (default programming –...
  • Page 73 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-27 TABLE 5-3: mANUAL prOgrAmmINg OpTIONS (Continued) Td1-5 and Td1-6, Time delay #1 (Td1) programming TD1 is the delay period between an alarm condition and TD2. TD1-5 and TD1-6 change Time Delay #1 (TD1) between the standard 10 seconds (default programming –...
  • Page 74 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-28 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 5-3: mANUAL prOgrAmmINg OpTIONS (Continued) Td2-7 and Td2-8, Time delay #2 (Td2) programming TD2 is the delay period between Time Delay #1 (TD1) and system release.
  • Page 75 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-29 TABLE 5-3: mANUAL prOgrAmmINg OpTIONS (Continued) Tdr-9, Time delay restarts for Td1 TDR-9 changes the number of times TD1 can be restarted from the display module between 2 restarts (default program- 1.
  • Page 76 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-30 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 5-3: mANUAL prOgrAmmINg OpTIONS (Continued) rLY-11, relay #2, Shutdown/Alarm RLY-11 changes the function of Internal Relay #2 between a Shutdown Relay (default programming – OFF) and an Alarm 1.
  • Page 77 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-31 TABLE 5-4: dOWNLOAd EVENT HISTOrY LOg (Continued) Accessing and downloading the Event History Log The Programming Button (PB) and programming LEDs are located under the ICM battery compartment cover. The programming button controls the download process and the programming LEDs indicate the start and end of the down- load.
  • Page 78 210 Programmer software. The same programming options described in the previous table for the ICM have matching programming in the PC software. Install the latest version of the ANSUL CHECKFIRE 210 Programmer utility software on a PC to read and write infor- PSF-1 mation to the ICM.
  • Page 79 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-33 TABLE 5-5: pErSONAL COmpUTEr (pC) OpTIONS (Continued) reading System Information SERIAL NUMBER AND FIRMwARE VERSIONS with proper communications established the software auto- matically populates system information, including serial numbers, firmware versions, and current programming.
  • Page 80 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-34 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 5-5: pErSONAL COmpUTEr (pC) OpTIONS (Continued) Battery Life remaining The ICM monitors the expected lifetime of the internal battery. Click the Read button under Battery Life Remaining section to view remaining battery life percentage.
  • Page 81 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-35 TABLE 5-5: pErSONAL COmpUTEr (pC) OpTIONS (Continued) modifying programming Options Each of the options shown in Table 5-1 – Programming Summary (page 5-22) is programmed using a drop down FACTORY DEFAULT menu and clicking the desired options.
  • Page 82 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-36 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 5-5: pErSONAL COmpUTEr (pC) OpTIONS (Continued) History Viewer CLICK TO VIEw EVENT EVENT HISTORY LOG SHOwING The History Viewer section displays upto 4,096 events in the HISTORY LOG CHANGES IN PROGRAMMING Event History Log and automatically uploads all events when...

  • Page 83: Event History Log - Programming

    SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 5-37 EVENT HISTOrY LOg - prOgrAmmINg The Checkfire 210 System records changes made to System Programming in the Event History Log. Each programming change is indicated with the message “Configuration Has Been Modified.”...
  • Page 84 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 5 – INSTALLATION ANd prOgrAmmINg Detection and Actuation System PAGE 5-38 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 NOTES:...
  • Page 85 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-1 CAUTION Before performing any operational test(s), protect the fire suppression system from uninten- tional actuation. Verify Electric-Pneumatic Actuators are not connected to Release Circuit Drop Cables and any pneumatic manual actuators are ring-pinned for safety and/or actua- tion cartridges removed.
  • Page 86 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-1: PREPARATION – OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Detection Circuit #1 (and #2) REMOVE DETECTION Before conducting OPERATIONAL TEST, install the Detec- CIRCUIT EOL DEVICE tion Circuit Tester (DCT) (Part No.
  • Page 87 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-3 TABLE 6-1: PREPARATION – OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Power Up (External or dual power only) (Continued) KEY TO DISPLAY MODULE INDICATIONS – IDENTIFY LEDs AS: • ...
  • Page 88 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-2: ISOLATION FEATURE (External or Dual Power Only) The CHECKFIRE 210 System includes an Isolation Feature for equipment service personnel to help minimize the possi- bility of a false fire suppression system discharge when service or maintenance takes place on the protected vehicle/ equipment (not intended for CHECKFIRE 210 System main-...
  • Page 89 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-5 TABLE 6-2: ISOLATION FEATURE (External or Dual Power Only) (Continued) 4. Set DCT switch to “Alarm” position. Confirm Red Detec- tion 1 LED, Red “Push to Actviate / Alarm When Lit”...
  • Page 90 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-6 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-2: ISOLATION FEATURE (External or Dual Power Only) (Continued) 9. Confirm successful release signal (Pass) on RCT. 10. Reset DCT to “Normal” position. 11.
  • Page 91 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-7 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Detection Circuit #1 (and #2) - Supervision Test Confirm DCT is in place of the EOL Device on Detection DETECTION 1 Circuit #1.
  • Page 92 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-8 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) External Power Circuit – Supervision Test (Dual Power) Disconnect the external power circuit connection at the POwER CHECKFIRE 210 ICM Power Circuit receptacle.
  • Page 93 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-9 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Detection Circuit #1 (and #2): Alarm Condition Test CAUTION VERIFY RCT AND CAUTION DCT INSTALLED! Before beginning this test, verify: START OF DETECTION CIRCUIT...
  • Page 94 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-10 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Detection Circuit #1 (and #2): Alarm Condition Test (Continued) RELEASE ACTIVATED RED LEDs AND 5. Release Activated: The Red “PUSH to Activate / Alarm SOUNDER REMAIN When Lit”...
  • Page 95 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-11 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Detection Circuit #1 (and #2): Test Time Delay Restart TEST TIME DELAY (Continued) DCT = ALARM 4.
  • Page 96 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-12 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Field Test Spot Thermal Detectors This field test procedure is not intended to determine the exact operating temperature of any detector.
  • Page 97 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-13 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Field Test Spot Thermal Detectors (Continued) To test the functionality of the Spot Thermal Detector: 1.
  • Page 98 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-14 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Manual Activation Release Circuit Test START EQUIPMENT – including programmable equipment shutdown OPEN DOOR If system is utilizing the equipment shutdown feature through PUSH RED BUTTON the internal relay, the following steps confirm the proper oper- ation of the shutdown.
  • Page 99 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-15 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Electric Manual Actuator (EMA) Test PULL RING PIN AND CAUTION STRIKE RED BUTTON If the system includes Pneumatic Manual Actuator(s), test these components separately in accordance with the appro- priate system manual (latest edition): LT-A-101-10/20/30 Manual (Part No.
  • Page 100 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-16 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-3: OPERATIONAL TEST (Continued) Electric Manual Actuator (EMA) Test (Continued) 5. Reset EMA by pulling red strike button up to set position, RESET EMA: re-install ring pin.
  • Page 101 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-17 TABLE 6-4: INTERNAL POwER ONLY – OPERATIONAL TEST Systems Using Internal Power Only 1. Power LED pulses GREEN 1 x 3 seconds. INTERNAL POwER TESTING 2.
  • Page 102 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-18 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-5: ALARM CONDITION LED INDICATORS DETECTION CIRCUIT "PUSH To Activate /  DISCHARGE  SHUTDOWN  #1 and/or #2 LED(s) Alarm When Lit" LED  Manual Action (Immediate Release Circuit Activation) Push the "PUSH To Activate/Alarm When Lit" button,  Release Activated  Post Release Activated  Pull ring pin and strike button on EMA***  Release Activated  Post Release Activated  Automatic Action (Detector Activation) (Detection Circuit #1 and/or #2 Input ‐ Alarm Condition) Alarm Only Programming or Isolate Mode ...
  • Page 103 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-19 TABLE 6-6: PLACING CHECKFIRE 210 SYSTEM IN SERVICE 1. Disconnect all power. Disconnect external power circuit connection at the CHECKFIRE 210 ICM Power recepta- cle.
  • Page 104 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-20 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 6-6: PLACING CHECKFIRE 210 SYSTEM IN SERVICE (Continued) 6. Remove actuator cap on top of Electric-Pneumatic Actua- tor and retain for future use. REMOVE ACTUATOR CAP AND KEEP...
  • Page 105 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 6-21 TABLE 6-6: PLACING CHECKFIRE 210 SYSTEM IN SERVICE (Continued) 10. If needed complete installation of optional pneumatic manual actuator(s). Refer to Section 5 – Installation and Programming.
  • Page 106 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 6 – OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE IN SERVICE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 6-22 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 NOTES:...
  • Page 107 SECTION 7 – IN CaSE Of fIrE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 7-1 IN CaSE Of fIrE If the “DELAY/Reset/Silence” button (on the display module)  Read these instructions and precautions carefully until they are is pushed and released before the end of Time Delay #1 clearly understood.
  • Page 108 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 7 – IN CaSE Of fIrE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 7-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 NOTES:...
  • Page 109 SECTION 8 – RECHARGE, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 8-1 RECHARGE CAUTION Individuals responsible for recharging, inspecting, and main- taining a CHECKFIRE 110 System, must hold current ANSUL Failure to replace spot thermal detectors can result in Certification from an ANSUL A-101 or LVS training program.
  • Page 110 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 8 – RECHARGE, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 8-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 RECHARGE (Continued) g. Disassemble actuator and inspect for damage. Using small wood dowel gently push puncture pin and spring c. Examine actuating end of PAD to determine if PAD has out of body being careful not to bend puncture pin.
  • Page 111 RECHARGE (Continued) If any other conditions exist, contact the local Authorized ANSUL Distributor or a person who has been trained and authorized by Tyco Fire Protection Products to perform inspec- PIN NOT RETRACTED PIN COMPLETELY RETRACTED tion and maintenance service on the CHECKFIRE 210 System.
  • Page 112 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 8 – RECHARGE, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 8-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 MAINTENANCE (Continued) c. Check PAD and maintenance records for installation date of PAD to determine if PAD needs replacement. 4. Check integrity of each component. Refer to Five-Year PAD Replacement instructions, page a.
  • Page 113 PC Instructions j. Lubricate all o-rings and gaskets with Dow Corning #4 (or equal) and reinstall. Include o-ring on PAD. When connected to the ANSUL CHECKFIRE 210 Programmer software, click the Reset button in the k. Replace flat gasket semi-annually.
  • Page 114 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 8 – RECHARGE, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 8-6 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 MAINTENANCE (Continued) CAUTION Five-Year PAD Replacement When handling the PAD, always point actuating end 1. The PAD (Protracting Actuation Device) must be replaced away from yourself and others.
  • Page 115 SECTION 8 – RECHARGE, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 8-7 TABLE 8-1: EVENT HISTORY MESSAGES “System Reset” “Release Circuit Activated” “System All Clear” “Detection Input #1 Electric Manual Activation” “Self-Diagnostics Routine Failed” “Detection Input #2 Electric Manual Activation”...
  • Page 116 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 8 – RECHARGE, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE Detection and Actuation System PAGE 8-8 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 NOTES:...
  • Page 117 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 9-1 TROUBLESHOOTING The following tables provide information on normal operating and fault condition indications for the CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System. For detailed circuit testing procedures, refer to Table 9-7 – Specific Circuit Testing Procedures. When all faults are cleared, confirm proper operation of the entire CHECKFIRE 210 System by completing Section 6 –...
  • Page 118 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 9-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 9-1: POWER LED INDICATIONS (Continued) AMBER Power LED Internal or External Power Fault Amber Power LED and Sounder pulsing 1 x 10 seconds indi- cating power from the power source dropped below accept- INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL POWER...
  • Page 119 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 9-3 TABLE 9-2: RELEASE LED INDICATIONS AMBER Release LED RELEASE CIRCUIT Amber Release LED and Sounder pulsing 1 x 10 seconds FAULT indicating Release Circuit fault. • ...
  • Page 120 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 9-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 9-3: DETECTION LED INDICATIONS AMBER Detection 1 and/or 2 LED Applies to Detection Circuit #1 and/or #2. DETECTION CIRCUIT Amber Detection Circuit #1 and/or #2 LED and Sounder FAULT pulsing 1 x 10 seconds indicating Detection Circuit fault.
  • Page 121 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 9-5 TABLE 9-4: ISOLATE MODE AMBER Isolate LED Amber Isolate LED and Sounder pulsing quickly 2 x 30  ISOLATE MODE seconds indicate CHECKFIRE 210 System is in ISOLATE MODE. AMBER LED AND  SOUNDER PULSE Placing the System in Isolate Mode minimizes occurrence of  2 X 30 SECONDS a false release during service or maintenance procedures on the protected vehicle/equipment.
  • Page 122 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 9-6 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 9-6: NO LED INDICATIONS All LEDs - No Indication •    C onfirm Display Cable is not damaged and connected to  •    D etermine if power is available at the ICM by temporar- ily putting the System into programming mode using the programming button (press 3 x 1 second) under the battery cover.
  • Page 123 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 9-7 TABLE 9-7: SPECIFIC CIRCUIT TESTING PROCEDURES General Instructions If faults are indicated on the CHECKFIRE 210 Display Module, test the connecting cables and end of circuit devices (EMAs, EOL Device, branch terminators, PADs, etc.), for proper connection to the system.
  • Page 124 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 9-8 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 9-7: SPECIFIC CIRCUIT TESTING PROCEDURES (Continued) Power Circuit (Continued) 2. If voltage on Power Circuit Cable is not correct, use the Digital Multimeter to check for proper voltage at the  2. CONFIRM CORRECT equipment power source (battery).
  • Page 125 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 9-9 TABLE 9-7: SPECIFIC CIRCUIT TESTING PROCEDURES (Continued) Release Circuit If Release LED is pulsing AMBER indicating a release circuit  1. POWER DOWN fault and cannot be cleared check release circuit cable. 2. REPLACE ALL PADS WITH Required Test Equipment (Confirm test equipment is new TEST PLUGS and functioning properly) 3.
  • Page 126 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 9-10 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 9-7: SPECIFIC CIRCUIT TESTING PROCEDURES (Continued) Release Circuit (Continued) 6. IF FAULT CLEARS, 6. If Release Circuit fault clears, the ICM is functioning RECONNECT AND RESET properly and the fault is in the cabling or connectors.
  • Page 127 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-02 REV. 0 PAGE 9-11 TABLE 9-7: SPECIFIC CIRCUIT TESTING PROCEDURES (Continued) Release Circuit (Continued) 11. AFTER DROP IS CLEAR, 11. After drop line is clear, return to the last connection that CONTINUE TESTING IN SAME MANNER UNTIL was good and continue testing the main trunk and any ...
  • Page 128 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING Detection and Actuation System PAGE 9-12 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 TABLE 9-7: SPECIFIC CIRCUIT TESTING PROCEDURES (Continued) Detection Circuit (Continued) 4. IF FAULT CONTINUES TEST 4. If Detection Circuit #1 fault does not clear, continue EACH CONNECTION, REPLACE testing the detection circuit at each set of connectors...
  • Page 129 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 10 – APPENDIX Detection and Actuation System 2014-MAY-09 REV. 01 PAGE 10-1 COMPONENT INDEX Part No. Description Part No. Description System Components Display Circuit Cables and Fittings 439560 Display Module, CHECKFIRE 210 439452 Cable, Display - 2 ft (0.61) 439564 Mounting Bracket, CHECKFIRE 110/210 439454...
  • Page 130 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 10 – APPENDIX Detection and Actuation System PAGE 10-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 CABLE AND BuLkHEAD DIMENSIONS Largest Hole Size to Cable Type Diameter Cable Diameter Pass Connector Images on Connector Through (mm) (mm) (mm) Linear Detector 0.64 (16.3) 0.130 (3.30) 11/16 (17.5)
  • Page 131 LINEAR DETECTOR FLuID RESISTANCE CAPABILITY Resistance Rating Key: G = GOOD L = LIMITED C = CONDITIONAL (Service conditions must be outlined to Tyco Fire Protection Products for approval of cable suitability for applications.) U = UNACCEPTABLE (Not to be used) Agent...
  • Page 132 CHECKFIRE 210 SECTION 10 – APPENDIX Detection and Actuation System PAGE 10-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02 CHEMICAL RESISTANT CHART (For Linear Detector material) This chemical resistance chart cannot predict the effect on the outer covering to complex chemical mixtures. The appropriate chemical resistance tests using a representative sample of the chemical(s) or a trial installation of the Linear Detector should be performed to determine acceptable product performance.

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