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UniFlame User Manual
Unitized Detector Head & Amplifier
Publication 372000-48 Rev. H

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  • Page 1 UniFlame User Manual Unitized Detector Head & Amplifier Publication 372000-48 Rev. H...
  • Page 2 UniFlame User’s Manual Unitized Flame Detector and Amplifier Infrared, Ultraviolet, and Multi-spectral Models Publication 372000-48 Rev H NOTICE: The equipment described in this manual was manufactured and sold under a contract containing limitations of manufacturer's liability for negligence and disclaimers of certain warranties. Installation or use of the equipment described in this manual constitutes an acceptance by the installer and user of those limitations and disclaimers.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION This manual contains information for the UNIFLAME Flame Detector / Amplifier, provided by Forney Corporation, 3405 Wiley Post Road, Carrollton, Texas. All personnel should become thoroughly familiar with the contents of this manual before attempting to operate or maintain the system. Because it is virtually impossible to cover every situation that might occur during operation and maintenance of the equipment described in this publication, personnel are expected to use good engineering judgement when confronted with situations that are not specifically mentioned herein.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 Description ..........................1 Operation ............................1 Application ............................. 2 Accessories............................. 2 Features ............................3 Table 1-1 Agency Approvals ..........................4 Dimensions............................. 5 Specifications ..........................5 SECTION 2 Installation Notes ........................6 SECTION 3 Detector Wiring........................

  • Page 5: Section 1 Description

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION Forney’s UNIFLAME Series flame detectors utilize micro-processor based technology combined with solid state infrared (IR), ultraviolet (UV), or dual (IR and UV) sensors. An adjustable flame relay resides in the body of the UNIFLAME Series flame detector, eliminating the need for a remote amplifier.

  • Page 6: Application

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 1.2 APPLICATION The InfraRed Model (P/N 401111-01) contains an infrared flame sensor, responding to wavelengths in the infrared range from 700 nm to 1700 nm. This sensor is best suited for all oil and coal fired applications.

  • Page 7: Features

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 1.4 FEATURES Features InfraRed UltraViolet MultiSpectral Model Model Model √ √ Infrared Sensor √ √ Ultraviolet Sensor √ √ √ Flame Relay √ √ √ Fault Relay √ √ √ 4-20 mA output √...
  • Page 8 Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev G Table 1-1 Agency Approvals PART SENSOR FEATURES FIBER 12-PIN 10 FT (3M) MAXIMUM HOUSING RATING AGENCY APPROVALS NUMBER OPTIC CONNECTOR CABLE & CONTACT DIN- MOUNT GLAND RATING C/US DVGW 401101-01 Basic 240 VAC NEMA 4X IP66 401102-01...

  • Page 9: Dimensions

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 1.5 DIMENSIONS Housing Material: Die Cast Aluminum. Finish: Silver Polyester Powder Coat Figure 2 – Dimensions 1.6 SPECIFICATIONS Agency Approvals: See Table 1-1 MECHANICAL: Housing Material: Die-cast Aluminum with Silver Polyester Powder Coat Finish Housing Weight: 3.8 lbs (1.73 kg) Environmental:...

  • Page 10: Section 2 Installation Notes

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H SECTION 2 INSTALLATION NOTES The detector should be mounted so that the primary combustion zone is within the detector’s line of sight. The primary combustion zone from a flame emits the majority of the frequency spectrum used by the detector to determine the presence or absence of the flame.
  • Page 11 Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 3. Consideration must be given to burner secondary air rotation, some burners have clockwise (CW) air rotation and others have counter clockwise (CCW) air rotation. If combustion air enters the furnace with a rotational movement of sufficient velocity to deflect the igniter flame in the direction of rotation, position the detector 10 to 30 degrees downstream of the igniter as shown in Figure 5 and close to the periphery of the burner throat.

  • Page 12: Section 3 Detector Wiring

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H SECTION 3 DETECTOR WIRING All wiring to the detector should be rated at 90°C. For runs less than 1000 feet, the use of Forney detector cable P/N 405842-XX is recommended. For runs in excess of 1000 feet, please consult the factory. To reduce the electrical noise interference, the detector cable should be installed in rigid or flexible conduit.

  • Page 13: Grounding And Shielding Techniques

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 3.1 GROUNDING AND SHIELDING TECHNIQUES FOR USE ON DETECTORS OR DETECTOR CABLE LOCATED WITHIN 12 INCHES OF A HIGH ENERGY OR HIGH VOLTAGE SOURCE. 1. The detector and cable (preferably in flexible conduit) must be located at least 12 inches from the ignition source.

  • Page 14: Quick Disconnect Layout

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 3.2 QUICK DISCONNECT LAYOUT Figure 9 – Quick Disconnect Layout Wire Color Pin Designation Function Black/Red Power (+) 24 Vdc White/Blue Power (-) 24 Vdc White/Black Flame Relay (N.O. contacts) White/Red Flame Relay (N.O.

  • Page 15: Wiring Harness Assembly Layout

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 3.3 WIRING HARNESS ASSEMBLY LAYOUT To provide a service point at the burner front or an easy method to wire the UNIFLAME Series flame detectors in a “multi-drop” configuration for remote communications, Forney offers a wiring harness in four different lengths (10, 15, 20, 30 Ft.).

  • Page 16: Section 4 Remote Communications

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H SECTION 4 REMOTE COMMUNICATIONS Remote Communications with the UNIFLAME Series flame detector uses an RS485 Interface to carry out communications with an IBM compatible PC running Forney’s SMARTDisplay Software. The wiring configuration for remote communications is dependent on the distance between the detector and the PC.

  • Page 17: Remote File Selection

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 4.1 REMOTE FILE SELECTION The UNIFLAME Series flame detectors have more than one internal memory file. The user has the option of storing different detector setpoints for different operating conditions (e.g. gas/oil, pilot/main, low load/high load, etc.) in these files.

  • Page 18: Section 5 Programming Uniflame Series Detectors

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H SECTION 5 PROGRAMMING UNIFLAME DETECTORS 5.1 KEYPAD/DISPLAY Figure 14 – Keypad/Display The UNIFLAME Series detectors use an eight (8) character alphanumeric LED display and four (4) push buttons (Figure 14) to review and program various setpoints and operating parameters. The functions of the push buttons are: ▲▼...

  • Page 19: Uniflame Menu Structure

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 5.2 UNIFLAME MENU STRUCTURE For ease of operation, the UNIFLAME Series detectors contain 2 menu loops, STATUS LOOP and SETPOINT LOOP, that can be viewed and/or accessed via the keypad/display. 5.2.1 STATUS LOOP The STATUS LOOP menu loop is the default loop and appears as soon as power is applied to the detector.

  • Page 20: Status Points Defined

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 5.2.1.1 STATUS POINTS DEFINED Flame Quality The Flame Quality number can range from 0 to 100. The number represents the detector’s 4-20 mA analog flame Signal Strength output in percent. The Flame Quality is the scale by which the internal flame relay’s ON and OFF Thresholds are configured.
  • Page 21 Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H With “PASSWORD” displayed, press SELECT. “0xxx” appears, where the first digit shown is adjustable via the UP/DOWN keys. With the appropriate first digit selected, press PROGRAM to confirm the value and move on to the next digit (“00xx”).

  • Page 22: Setpoint Loop

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 5.2.2 SETPOINT LOOP The SETPOINT menu loop consists of the AUTOTUNE and EDIT modes. The AUTOTUNE mode allows the detector’s processor to automatically tune the setpoints based on the appropriate target flame and background flame data, while the EDIT mode allows the user to manually configure the tuning setpoints.

  • Page 23: Autotune Setpoints Defined

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 5.2.2.1.1 AUTOTUNE SETPOINTS DEFINED Aim Detector Pressing the SELECT key causes, “Ix Ux” to appear (MultiSpectral Models only). The value of “x” may range from 0 to 60. The value displayed represents the intensity of the flame for the entire band (flicker frequency spectrum) as individually sensed by the IR (Ix) sensor and/or UV (Ux) sensor(s).

  • Page 24: Edit Mode

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 5.2.2.2 EDIT MODE The EDIT mode contains all the user-selected setpoints for the UNIFLAME Series detectors. The EDIT mode can be used to program the detector directly, or can be used to fine-tune the AUTOTUNE mode. The EDIT mode is entered from the STATUS LOOP after entering a four-digit password.

  • Page 25: Edit Mode Setpoints Defined

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H 5.2.2.2.1 EDIT MODE SETPOINTS DEFINED File Select The user can manually choose which file to run (and edit) by selecting this menu choice provided the Remote File Select “KEY” choice is selected. If the user wants to edit the contents of a file, they must first select and run that particular file.
  • Page 26 Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H Sensors (MultiSpectral models only) Choices include: UV only, IR only, or UV + IR. This parameter is used to manually select which sensor(s) are used in a particular file. IR Band The display is divided into two halves.
  • Page 27 Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H UV Gain The display is divided into two halves. The left side displays the selected UV Gain (uG31). The right side displays the Signal Strength attributed to the UV sensor. For example a reading of uG26/600, would indicate an UV gain of 26 with a corresponding Signal Strength of 600.

  • Page 28: Section 6 Self-Diagnostics

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H SECTION 6 SELF-DIAGNOSTICS All UNIFLAME Series flame detectors are micro-processor based and are fully self diagnostic. A listing of self-diagnostic messages with corresponding troubleshooting techniques is outlined below: Fault Code Description Action •...

  • Page 29: Section 7 Storage

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H SECTION 7 STORAGE Store the UNIFLAME detector in its shipping box until used. Refer to the mechanical specifications for storage temperature range. SECTION 8 WARRANTY Forney Corporation warrants this product to be free of defective material and workmanship. Forney will repair or replace this equipment if it is found to be defective upon receipt, but not later than 1 year (12 months) from the date of shipment.

  • Page 30: Section 10 Spare Parts

    Forney Corporation UNIFLAME User’s Manual Publication 372000-48 Rev H SECTION 10 SPARE PARTS The recommended spare parts list in Table 2 advises of the minimum stock level of replacement parts that should be in the customer’s stock for system startup and the first year of operation. Replacement parts should be ordered as necessary to maintain the suggested stock of spare parts at the recommended level.

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