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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
®
VISATRON
plus
VN301
/VN301
Version:
Version 2.0
Document No.:
Part number 180072
The original instructions for use are written in German.
Any translations are based on the original instructions for use.
oil mist detector
plus
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ® VISATRON oil mist detector plus plus VN301 /VN301 Version: Version 2.0 Document No.: Part number 180072 The original instructions for use are written in German. Any translations are based on the original instructions for use.
  • Page 2 The reproduction, translation, microfilming and the storage and processing of these instructions, including in part, is only allowed with the consent of Schaller Automation Industrielle Automationstechnik GmbH & Co. KG. Any infringement shall attract damages and may have consequences under criminal law.

  • Page 3: Table 1: Version History And Change Notes

    VERSION HISTORY AND CHANGE NOTES Version Change Date Author Revised entire content against the standard, restructured the 09 December sections, plus new layout with revised formatting, based on the J. Wahl 2022 existing Version 1.5. Added further sections and topics. Table 1: Version history and change notes...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    OVERVIEW OF CONTENTS Table of contents Information about the instructions for use ................8 Validity of the instructions for use ....................8 Use and purpose of the instructions for use ................8 Document storage ........................8 Symbols in these instructions for use ..................8 Applicable documents and regulations ..................
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS ® plus plus 4.2.1 Function of the VISATRON VN301 / VN301 Ex oil mist detection system ..... 30 4.2.2 Device variants .......................... 30 4.2.3 Function and variants of the sensor unit ................... 31 4.2.4 Central unit ..........................33 4.2.5 Hybrid cable ..........................
  • Page 6 / VN301 Ex sensor unit ..............107 9.3.3 Replacing the hybrid cable ...................... 107 Repair by Schaller Automation ....................108 Taking out of service and disassembly ................... 108 Starting up for again ........................ 108 Error diagnosis and troubleshooting .................. 109 10.1 Behaviour of the oil mist detection system in the event of a fault ...........
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS Spare parts for VN301plus/VN301plus Ex ................115 13.1 Spare parts list ........................115 Accessories for VN301plus/VN301plus Ex ................. 120 List of figures ........................121 List of tables .......................... 123 Glossary ..........................124 EC Declaration of Conformity ....................125 Appendix ..........................

  • Page 8: Information About The Instructions For Use

    1 Information about the instructions for use 1.1 Validity of the instructions for use These instructions for use apply to the products: ® • plus VISATRON VN301 ® • plus VISATRON VN301 hereafter referred to as the “device”. 1.2 Use and purpose of the instructions for use The instructions for use are intended for: •...
  • Page 9 Numbered steps:  Required action  Result of the sequence of actions • Symbol for a list 1. Points of the list  Reference to a section or figure Display text Additional information and instructions Environmental and energy-saving tips Different warning symbols are used for warnings. Please see the descriptions and instructions in the .

  • Page 10: Applicable Documents And Regulations

    INFORMATION ABOUT THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1.5 Applicable documents and regulations Further documents apply in conjunction with these instructions for use.  For added components, follow the instructions supplied for those components. ( Section 19 Appendix  When using the device and for all service work, also follow: •...

  • Page 11: Conformity

    IEC 60079-0 (2017) and IEC 60079-28 (2015) 1.9 Liability for defects The terms in the order confirmation from Schaller Automation Industrielle Automationstechnik GmbH & Co. KG or the terms agreed in the contract apply. Claims for personal injury and damage are excluded if they are due to one or more of the following causes: •...

  • Page 12: Version Of The Instructions For Use

    This document has been prepared to the best of our knowledge and belief. It represents the technical version of the device as delivered. Schaller Automation Industrielle Automationstechnik GmbH & Co. KG reserves the right to amend and revise this document, if necessary. The products supplied by Schaller Automation are production devices with long service life, developed and produced according to the current state of the art.

  • Page 13: Variables And Units Of Measurement That Are Used

    • EP2615269B1 For all questions and activities arising in connection with the above patent, please contact SCHALLER Automation in advance: SCHALLER Automation (Headquarters) Industrielle Automationstechnik GmbH & Co. KG Industriering 14...

  • Page 14: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Safety instructions These instructions for use contain safety instructions. 2.1 Safety devices and guards These instructions for use contain instructions for your safety. The following basic safety instructions are instructions that always apply in order to operate the machine safely and keep the machine in a safe condition.
  • Page 15 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Potential risk of minor injury.  Indicates a low-risk hazard that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE Potential damage to the device or the surroundings.  Indicates a potential hazard, with the aim of preventing damage. Instructions for use ...

  • Page 16: Information, Warning And Mandatory Signs That Are Used

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 Information, warning and mandatory signs that are used The following symbols and signs according to DIN EN ISO 7010 and DIN 4844-2 are used in these instructions for use: Symbol Description General warning sign Warning; electricity Warning; explosive atmosphere (Atex) Warning;...

  • Page 17: Basic Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Symbol Description Refer to instruction manual/booklet Note: Important information! Note: A qualified electrician is required for installation! Note: Action required! Table 3: Information, warning and mandatory signs 2.4 Basic safety instructions The basic safety instructions are instructions that always apply in order to operate the machine safely and keep the device in a safe condition.
  • Page 18 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Malfunction Operating the device with a malfunction creates a risk of death and may cause environmental damage and/or damage to the device.  The device must be taken out of operation immediately in the event of a malfunction.
  • Page 19 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Electrical hazards Electrical damage to the device from welding work on the engine as a result of overvoltage. ®  Before starting work, disconnect the VISATRON plus plus VN301 /VN301 central unit from the power supply. You may only assemble, install and remove the device when the engine is switched off.

  • Page 20: Safety Instructions For Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

    Section 3.1 Marking and type description  Only use tools suitable for potentially explosive atmospheres.  Note that modifications are not allowed without prior approval from SCHALLER AUTOMATION.  Make sure that damaged products are not installed or operated in the potentially explosive atmosphere.

  • Page 21: Identification

     ATEX: II -/2G Ex op is IIB T4 -/Gb  IECEx: [Ex op is IIB T4 -/Gb] 3.2 Manufacturer’s details Schaller Automation Industrielle Automationstechnik GmbH & Co. KG Industriering 14 66440 Blieskastel/Saarland Germany Phone: +49 (0) 6842-508-0 Fax: +49 (0) 6842-508-260 Email: info@schaller.de...

  • Page 22: Fig.: 1 : Type Plate, Visatron

    IDENTIFICATION Type plate, VISATRON ® VN301 plus Fig.: 1 : central unit 1: VISATRON ® VN301 plus central unit 2: Type plate (attached to left side) The following information is provided on the type plate:     Type plate, VISATRON ® VN301 plus Fig.: 2 : central unit...

  • Page 23: Type Plate On The Visatron Vn301 Plus Sensor Unit

    IDENTIFICATION 3.3.2 Type plate on the VISATRON ® VN301 plus sensor unit The serial number (type plate) is attached to the outside on the end cover of the sensor unit. End cover with serial number on the VISATRON ® VN301 plus Fig.: 3 : sensor unit...

  • Page 24: Technical Data

    IDENTIFICATION 3.4 Technical data 3.4.1 Mechanical and electrical interfaces  Section 6.4.3 (Figure 34) Electrical and pneumatic installation of the central unit plus plus VN301 / VN301 Ex sensor unit Max. dimensions (L x W x H) approx. 205 x 92 (max. 167) x 70 mm Weight Sensor unit: 0.85 kg...

  • Page 25: Environmental Conditions

    IDENTIFICATION 3.4.2 Environmental conditions  Section 6.4.3 (Figure 34) Electrical and pneumatic installation of the central unit Environmental conditions Operating temperature +5°C to +70°C Storage temperature -25°C to +50°C Max. approval-compliant vibrations for the device 5 Hz to 25 Hz: 1.6 mm (max.

  • Page 26: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4 Product overview 4.1 Component overview and dimensions Component overview, VISATRON ® VN301 plus Fig.: 5 : plus 1: VN301 central unit plus 2: Sensor unit VN301 3: Hybrid cable Component overview, VISATRON ® VN301 plus Fig.: 6 : plus 1: VN301 central unit...
  • Page 27 PRODUCT OVERVIEW plus plus Fig.: 7 : Mechanical dimensions of VN301 / VN301 Ex sensor unit plus 1: Sensor unit VN301 , vertical plus Sensor unit VN301 Ex, vertical plus 2: Sensor unit VN301 , horizontal plus Sensor unit VN301 Ex, horizontal Instructions for use ...

  • Page 28: Fig.: 8 : Mechanical Dimensions Of Vn301

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW plus Fig.: 8 : Mechanical dimensions of VN301 central unit Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 29: Fig.: 9 : Mechanical Dimensions Of Vn301

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW plus Fig.: 9 : Mechanical dimensions of VN301 central unit; version with water separator Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 30: Technical Description And Technical Data

    During normal engine operation, the oil mist detector draws in any existing oil mist. The oil mist detector has been developed by SCHALLER AUTOMATION according to the guidelines of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) IACS UR M10.

  • Page 31: Function And Variants Of The Sensor Unit

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4.2.3 Function and variants of the sensor unit  The function of the sensor unit has been described in detail above. Section 4.2.1 Function of the VISATRON® VN301plus / VN301plus E Features of the sensor unit ® • plus plus All VISATRON...

  • Page 32: Fig.: 11 : Sensor Unit Vn301

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW plus VN301 sensor unit, horizontal connection plus Fig.: 11 : Sensor unit VN301 , horizontal connection plus VN301 Ex sensor unit, vertical connection plus Fig.: 12 : Sensor unit VN301 , vertical connection Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072 ...

  • Page 33: Central Unit

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW plus VN301 Ex sensor unit, horizontal connection plus Fig.: 13 : Sensor unit VN301 , horizontal connection 4.2.4 Central unit ® plus plus The central unit of the VISATRON VN301 / VN301 Ex provides the user with the following functions: •...

  • Page 34: Fig.: 15 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit, Version With Water Separator

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW plus Fig.: 15 : VN301 central unit, version with water separator 1: Water separator The central unit is designed to withstand extreme conditions such as vibrations or high temperatures at the engine. All important information is available at a glance. Up to 10 sensor units can be connected to the central unit, and up to 20 sensor units as master- slave version.

  • Page 35: Hybrid Cable

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4.2.5 Hybrid cable ® ® plus The connection between the VISATRON VN301 central unit and the VISATRON ® plus plus VN301 / VISATRON VN301 Ex sensor unit is established using a hybrid cable [1], as shown in the figure below. At the front end of the cable (on the sensor side), there is a hybrid plug [2], which contains the electrical connection and a compressed air connection, and is connected to the sensor unit.

  • Page 36: Setting The Oil Mist Sensitivity

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4.2.7 Setting the oil mist sensitivity The VISATRON® VN301plus/VN301plus Ex system determines the oil mist concentration using an optical measurement at the applicable sensor units. The values are calculated as the percentage for “opacity”. 100% opacity means that no light penetrates through the oil mist sample.

  • Page 37: Foreseeable Misuse

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4.4 Foreseeable misuse NOTICE Applications and methods not referred to or described in these instructions are not allowed! ® plus plus Installing the VISATRON VN301 / VN301 Ex without using the sensor intake manifolds is not allowed. ® plus plus Installation and maintenance of the VISATRON...

  • Page 38: Indicators, Vn301 Plus / Vn301 Plus Ex Sensor Unit

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW plus 4.5.1.1 Fault indicators, VN301 central unit As per the figure above, system faults are displayed using the following indicators or are identified specifically using the keys [6] and [7]: 2: System status, central unit 5: Status, sensor units (Nos. 1-10) System faults are described in detail in Section 10 “Troubleshooting”.

  • Page 39: Transport And Storage

    TRANSPORT AND STORAGE 5 Transport and storage 5.1 Unpacking and items included in delivery ® plus plus When you receive the VISATRON VN301 / VN301 Ex oil mist detection system, check the whole delivery to ensure that it contains all the components. Schaller Automation provides a detailed parts list for you to use for this purpose.

  • Page 40: Table 8: Storage Conditions Before Starting Up

    TRANSPORT AND STORAGE Storage temperature range -25°C to max. 50°C Relative humidity [RH] < 85% and avoiding condensation Table 8: Storage conditions before starting up CAUTION Incorrect storage can damage the device.  Keep the storage period for the device to a minimum. ...

  • Page 41: Assembly And Installation

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6 Assembly and installation WARNING  Failure to comply with the safety instructions may result in major damage to property or the environment and in serious injury or death.  Familiarise yourself with the basic safety instructions before starting assembly. ...

  • Page 42: Establishing Signal Transfer From The Alarm Contacts

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION DANGER Electrical hazards ®  Before connecting the electrical supply lines to the VISATRON plus VN301 plus VN301 Ex central unit, the central unit must first be disconnected from the power supply. ®  Before starting work, disconnect the VISATRON VN301 plus /VN301...

  • Page 43: Assembling The System Components

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION  If the oil mist detection system is operated in Ex-protected areas, the relevant  safety instructions must be observed. Section 2.4.1 Safety instructions for potentially explosive atmospheres 6.3 Assembling the system components CAUTION Safe and correct assembly of the device ...

  • Page 44: Class-Compliant Assembly And Installation According To Iacs Unified Requirement Ur M10

    6.3.1 Class-compliant assembly and installation according to IACS Unified Requirement UR M10 The oil mist detector has been developed and approved by SCHALLER AUTOMATION in accordance with the requirements of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) IACS UR M10 (class-compliant assembly and installation) and M67 (sensitivity of the oil mist detector and determination of the oil mist concentration).

  • Page 45: Fig.: 20 : Engine Wall Screw Fitting, Vn301

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6.3.2.1 Assembly procedure for the engine wall screw fitting plus plus Fig.: 20 : Engine wall screw fitting, VN301 VN301 sensor unit 1: Intake manifold 2: Union nut (G3/4" or M27x1.5) 1: Intake manifold 2: Screw-in thread, engine wall: G3/4" or M27x1.5 3: Engine wall Instructions for use ...
  • Page 46 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Adjust the horizontal position of 1: Intake manifold the engine wall screw fitting! 1: Intake manifold 2: Union nut Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 47: Fig.: 21 : Assembly Procedure, Engine Wall Screw Fitting Vn301

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 21 : Assembly procedure, engine wall screw fitting VN301 (steps 1-8) ® plus plus 6.3.2.2 Mounting the VISATRON VN301 / VN301 Ex sensor unit on the engine wall screw fitting plus Fig.: 22 : Assembly procedure, VN301 sensor to engine wall screw fitting 1: Engine wall screw fitting 3: x2 lock washers S6, galvanised...

  • Page 48: Central Unit

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6.3.3 Central unit WARNING Impairment of function and operation of the device  The oil mist detection system must not be painted, varnished or otherwise altered. DANGER Risk of injury from overhead loads  A suitable means of transport must be used for assembly and for transport to the assembly site.

  • Page 49: Remote Indicator Ii For Remote Monitoring (Optional)

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6.3.4 Remote Indicator II for remote monitoring (optional) ® plus plus The VISATRON VN301 / VN301 Ex system can be connected to the Remote Indicator II for remote monitoring to monitor the oil mist concentration and the system status from a safe location according to IACS UR M10.

  • Page 50: Operating Modes And Connection Options For The Central Unit (Overview)

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION DANGER Mechanical hazards There is a risk of serious injury, including death, due to explosion in the crankcase as a result of incorrect assembly or installation.  Before starting the engine, the hybrid plug of the hybrid cable must be connected to the sensor unit and locked.

  • Page 51: Fig.: 25 : Operating Mode 1 "Master", Vn301

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6.4.1.1 Operating mode 1: One central unit in use (when using max. 10 sensor units) Fig.: 25 : Operating mode 1 “Master”, VN301 plus central unit 6.4.1.2 Operating mode 2: Two central units in use (for use with 11 ore more sensor units) Fig.: 26 : Operating mode 2 “Master/Slave”, VN301 plus...

  • Page 52: Electrical And Pneumatic Connection Of The Sensor Unit

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6.4.2 Electrical and pneumatic connection of the sensor unit ® plus The electrical and pneumatic connection between the VISATRON VN301 central unit and sensor unit is established using a hybrid cable [1] as shown in the figure below. At the front end of the cable (on the sensor side), there is a hybrid plug [2], which contains the electrical connection and a compressed air connection, and is connected to the sensor unit.
  • Page 53 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Compressed air connection Compressed air connection Position: Top 1: Hybrid plug plus 2: Sensor unit VN301 1: Hybrid plug plus plus 2: VN301 / VN301 Ex sensor unit Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072 ...

  • Page 54: Electrical And Pneumatic Installation Of The Central Unit

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus plus Fig.: 28 : Assembling the hybrid cable on the VN301 / VN301 Ex sensor unit (steps 1-4) 6.4.3 Electrical and pneumatic installation of the central unit All the electrical terminal connections and the pneumatic connections are on the connection board in the central unit, as shown in the figure below;...

  • Page 55: Fig.: 30 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit; Remove The Aluminium Cover Strips On The Cover

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION The electrical and pneumatic connection is established as per the installation steps below: plus Fig.: 30 : VN301 central unit; remove the aluminium cover strips on the cover plus 1: VN301 central unit 2: Aluminium cover strip plus Fig.: 31 : VN301 central unit;...

  • Page 56: Fig.: 32 : Open The Vn301

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 32 : Open the VN301 central unit plus 1: Bottom half of housing, VN301 central unit plus 2: Cover, VN301 central unit plus Fig.: 33 : VN301 central unit, electrical and pneumatic connection (see Fig. 34 for key) Instructions for use ...

  • Page 57: Fig.: 34 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit, View Of Cable Connection Panel

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 34 : VN301 central unit, view of cable connection panel 1: Terminal block for relay contacts (M25) 5: Compressed air distributor unit 2: Terminal block for power supply (M20) 6: USB port plus 3: Terminal block for sensor connection (M20) 7: Connection for cover of VN301 central unit 4: Terminal block for communication (M16)

  • Page 58: Fig.: 36 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit; Establish Power Supply (Connect Contacts)

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 36 : VN301 central unit; establish power supply (connect contacts) plus Fig.: 37 : VN301 central unit; tighten the EMC cable gland Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 59: Fig.: 38 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit; Establish Alarm

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 38 : VN301 central unit; establish alarm plus Fig.: 39 : VN301 central unit; establish alarm (connect contacts) Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 60: Fig.: 40 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit; Tighten The Emc Cable Gland

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 40 : VN301 central unit; tighten the EMC cable gland plus Fig.: 41 : VN301 central unit sensor connection (electrical/ pneumatic, sensors 1-10) Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 61: Fig.: 42 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit Sensor Connection (Connect Contacts, Sensors 1-10)

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 42 : VN301 central unit sensor connection (connect contacts, sensors 1-10) plus Fig.: 43 : VN301 central unit; tighten the EMC cable gland plus Fig.: 44 : VN301 central unit; establish compressed air connection (sensors 1-10) 5: Compressed air distributor unit Instructions for use ...

  • Page 62: Fig.: 45 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit: Overview; Configuration Of The Wire Break Resistors

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus 6.4.3.1 Configuration of the wire break resistors on the VN301 central unit  Section 6.4.3 Electrical and pneumatic installation of the central unit As shown in Figure 29, the standard configuration of the wire break resistors as delivered is 33 k.
  • Page 63 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 3: Wire break resistors, NO1, NO2 Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 64: Fig.: 46 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit: Swap Out Wire Break Resistors (Steps 1-3)

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 46 : VN301 central unit: Swap out wire break resistors (steps 1-3) Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 65: Fig.: 47 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit: Configuration Of The Wiring Bridges; 4 Sensors

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus 6.4.3.2 Configuration of the wiring bridges on the VN301 central unit  Section 6.4.3 Electrical and pneumatic installation of the central unit 4 sensors  plus Fig.: 47 : VN301 central unit: Configuration of the wiring bridges; 4 sensors 1: Wiring bridges 5 sensors ...

  • Page 66: Fig.: 50 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit: Configuration Of The Wiring Bridges; 7 Sensors

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 7 sensors  plus Fig.: 50 : VN301 central unit: Configuration of the wiring bridges; 7 sensors 1: Wiring bridges 8 sensors  plus Fig.: 51 : VN301 central unit: Configuration of the wiring bridges; 8 sensors 1: Wiring bridges 9 sensors ...

  • Page 67: Electrical Connection Of The Remote Indicator Ii (Optional)

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 10 sensors plus Fig.: 53 : VN301 central unit: Configuration of the wiring bridges; 10 sensors 6.4.4 Electrical connection of the Remote Indicator II (optional)  Section 6.4.3 Electrical and pneumatic installation of the central unit ® plus plus The VISATRON...

  • Page 68: Fig.: 55 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit; Connect Contacts With Remote Indicator Ii (Optional)

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 55 : VN301 central unit; connect contacts with Remote Indicator II (optional) 4: Assign sensor connection plus Fig.: 56 : VN301 central unit; tighten the EMC cable gland Fig.: 57 : Remote Indicator II, connect contacts (optional) 4: Assign sensor connection Instructions for use ...

  • Page 69: Locking The Vn301 Plus Central Unit After Completing The Electrical Installation

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus 6.4.5 Locking the VN301 central unit after completing the electrical installation  Section 6.4.3 Electrical and pneumatic installation of the central unit After the electrical installation, the central unit is closed again as per the figure below. NOTICE Remove cable ties ...

  • Page 70: Connection Earth To The Housing Of The Vn301

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus 6.4.6 Connection earth to the housing of the VN301 central unit (optional)  Section 2.4 Basic safety instructions DANGER Electrical hazards  Before connecting the housing earthing to the protective cover of the ® plus VISATRON VN301 central unit, the unit must first be disconnected from the power supply.

  • Page 71: Starting Up For The First Time

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6.5 Starting up for the first time WARNING Risk of oil mist explosion Engine protection not guaranteed!  The oil mist detector may only be started up after all the components have been completely attached  To establish protection of the engine, start up the oil mist detector for the first time with the engine stopped.

  • Page 72: Checklist For Starting Up For The First Time

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6.5.1 Checklist for starting up for the first time   If the assembly ( ) and the installation ( Section 6.3 Assembling the system components Section ) of the oil mist detection system have been completed successfully, 6.4 Electrical installation we recommend work through the following checklist before starting up for the first time: ...

  • Page 73: Connecting The Power Supply

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6.5.2 Connecting the power supply The power supply has been made available in advance by the operator and installed  according to Section 6.4.3. Section 6.4.3 Electrical and pneumatic installation of the central unit 1. Switch on the power supply for the oil mist detector. ...

  • Page 74: Setting The Supply Pressure On The Pressure Regulator Of The Vn301

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus 6.5.3 Setting the supply pressure on the pressure regulator of the VN301 central unit The supply pressure to be set on the central unit is 2.5 bar. It is set as follows: plus Fig.: 61 : VN301 central unit: Setting the supply pressure 1: Oil mist alarm confirmation button 4: Last installed sensor...
  • Page 75 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION   If the supply pressure of 2.5 bar is not achieved, the 50% OMC [ LED flashes, as in the figure below. In this example, the supply pressure is only 2 bar and therefore has to be adjusted. Flashing ...

  • Page 76: Setting The Sensor Sensitivities On The Vn301

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 62 : VN301 central unit: Adjusting the pressure regulator unit 1: Pressure regulator unit 2: Adjusting cap plus 6.5.4 Setting the sensor sensitivities on the VN301 central unit NOTICE ® plus Setting the sensor sensitivity on the VISATRON VN301 central unit ...

  • Page 77: Function Test When Starting Up For The First Time

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION plus Fig.: 63 : VN301 central unit: Setting the sensor sensitivity 1: Oil mist alarm confirmation button 4: Sensitivity indicator 2: Sensor units 5: Sensitivity of the sensor, with the highest OMC 3: Sensor status, with the highest OMC 6: OMC for displayed sensor ...

  • Page 78: Fig.: 64 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit: Function Test, Starting Up For The First Time

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION  If the oil mist detection system is operated in Ex-protected areas, the relevant  safety instructions must be observed. Section 2.4.1 Safety instructions for potentially explosive atmospheres Once the steps in Sections 6.5.1 to 6.5.5 have been successfully completed, you can start the function test.
  • Page 79 ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION NOTICE ® plus Starting up for the first time, VISATRON VN301 central unit  In the figure above, the alarm was triggered by sensor 4 (flashing red LED).  The above steps apply in the same way for future function tests ...

  • Page 80: Manufacturer Settings

    MANUFACTURER SETTINGS 7 Manufacturer settings ® plus 7.1 Adjusting the parameters on the VISATRON VN301 central unit ® plus plus The VISATRON VN301 / VN301 Ex oil mist detection system has two available alarm thresholds. The main alarm threshold can be adjusted using the software and the USB port on the central unit as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 81: Fig.: 66 : Establishing The Usb Connection Between The Vn301

    MANUFACTURER SETTINGS DANGER  You may only adjust the parameters of the central unit with the engine switched off. The compressed air supply to the oil mist detection system must also be switched off first. ®  Before starting to adjust parameters, the housing of the VISATRON plus plus VN301...

  • Page 82: Table 10: Parameter List

    MANUFACTURER SETTINGS The parameters are entered using the parameter list below: Parameter set Input values Number of VN301plus central units 1 or 2 Number of sensors for the central unit 1 to 10 Oil mist alarm threshold Sensitivity setting 1 0.7 mg/l Oil mist concentration Sensitivity setting 2 0.8 mg/l Oil mist concentration...

  • Page 83: Operation And Use

    OPERATION AND USE 8 Operation and use This section describes how to operate the product. This section covers all the operating modes available on the product, as well as how to restart the product after a system failure, and also warns of hazardous situations that may arise during operation. WARNING Risk of oil mist explosion Failure to comply with the safety instructions may result in major damage to property...

  • Page 84: Operation Under Correct Conditions

    OPERATION AND USE  The oil mist detection system is functioning and ready for operation when the checklist has been completed successfully. For further information, please see Section 10 of these instructions.  Section 10 Error diagnosis and troubleshooting 8.2 Operation under correct conditions plus The operating temperature of the VN301 EX (...

  • Page 85: Led Check

    OPERATION AND USE Fig.: 68 : “Sensor Ready” status indicator on the VN301 plus plus / VN301 Ex sensor unit 4: “System Ready” status indicator (central unit) 1: Sensor units 2: “Sensor Ready” key (central unit) 5: “Sensor sensitivity” status indicator 3: “Sensor Ready”...

  • Page 86: Checking The Supply Pressure, Sensor Omc And Sensitivity

    OPERATION AND USE The LED check is carried out as follows: plus Fig.: 69 : VN301 central unit: LED check (light test) 1: Oil mist alarm confirmation button  1. Press the oil mist alarm confirmation button on the central unit. [ ...

  • Page 87: Oil Mist Pre-Alarm" Status Indicator

    OPERATION AND USE 8.7 “Oil mist pre-alarm” status indicator When a high relative oil mist concentration is reached for at least one sensor, the LED  bar indicator comes on. [ At a relative oil mist concentration of 70%, the pre-alarm relay is activated and the pre- alarm is triggered.

  • Page 88: Fig.: 71 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit: "Alarm" Status Indicator At 50% Omc

    OPERATION AND USE NOTICE Action in the event of an oil mist alarm  The sensor that first triggered the alarm is indicated by a flashing red LED (where damage has occurred).  The oil mist alarm message must be confirmed by pressing the oil mist alarm ®...

  • Page 89: Confirming An Oil Mist Alarm

    OPERATION AND USE central unit: “Alarm” status indicator at 100% OMC (example) plus Fig.: 72 : VN301 8.9 Confirming an oil mist alarm DANGER Risk of death There is a risk of serious injury, including death, due to explosion in the crankcase as a result of incorrect installation.

  • Page 90: Fig.: 73 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit: Confirm The Oil Mist Alarm (Only < 70% Omc)

    OPERATION AND USE concentrations in the crankcase, or as soon as the concentration is below the alarm limit displayed (<70%). 1. The oil mist alarm message must be confirmed by pressing the oil mist alarm  ® plus confirmation button [ ] on the VISATRON VN301 central unit.

  • Page 91: Fig.: 74 : Vn301 Plus Central Unit: "Alarm" Status Indicator At 50% Omc (Example)

    OPERATION AND USE The figures below show the situation with reduced oil mist concentration (50%) before (Figure 70) and after (Figure 71) confirming the oil mist alarm by pressing the confirmation button.  central unit: “Alarm” status indicator at 50% OMC (example) plus Fig.: 74 : VN301 1: Oil mist alarm confirmation button...

  • Page 92: Maintenance And Repair

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 9 Maintenance and repair WARNING Warning – risk of oil mist explosion during maintenance work  Safe operation is conditional on no explosive atmosphere escaping into the engine room. An explosive atmosphere that escapes can cause a risk of explosion.

  • Page 93: Maintenance Cycles For Reliable Operation

    WARNING Risk of serious injury or death from oil mist explosion during maintenance work  Only use original spare parts from Schaller Automation for maintenance and repair work! All the maintenance work is described in the following sections. 9.1.1 Maintenance cycles for reliable operation ®...
  • Page 94 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Description Interval quarterly or after 2,000 operating hours (whichever occurs first) Hours Or months Check the supply pressure setting on the central unit: ▪ Supply pressure < 2.25 bar ➔ Adjust supply pressure 6.5.3 ▪ Supply pressure between 2.25 bar and 2.75 bar ➔...

  • Page 95: Table 11: Maintenance Cycles

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Inspection of the whole system Key to maintenance measures: X - Work that must be carried out by trained on-board personnel or by Schaller Service S - Work that may only be carried out by authorised and certified Schaller Service technicians Table 11: Maintenance cycles Instructions for use ...

  • Page 96: Cleaning The Measuring Track Area On The Sensor Unit (4,000 Hrs.)

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 9.1.2 Cleaning the measuring track area on the sensor unit (4,000 hrs.) NOTICE Cleaning and care of system components plus For cleaning system components of the VN301 oil mist detection system, the following optional products are recommended or supplied by the manufacturer: ...
  • Page 97 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR When the above indicator is displayed for the first time, the sensor has a degree of contamination on the sensor measuring track area of approx. 80%. Experience has shown that there is sufficient time for intensive cleaning of the sensor before it fails completely (when the upper contamination limit (100%) is reached).
  • Page 98 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 99: Fig.: 78 : Disassembly And Cleaning The Vn301

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR plus plus Fig.: 78 : Disassembly and cleaning the VN301 / VN301 Ex sensor unit (steps 1-5) 1: Holding bracket 3: M5 fixing screws (captive) 2: Sensor 4: Allen key, 4.0 mm 5: Cleaning buds from the cleaning kit 6: Cleaning kit After cleaning the sensor has been completed successfully, reassembly is carried out in reverse order as follows:...

  • Page 100: Fig.: 79 : Reassembly After Cleaning The Vn301

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR plus plus Fig.: 79 : Reassembly after cleaning the VN301 / VN301 Ex sensor unit (steps 1-6) Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 101: Replacing The Air Filter Element On The Pressure Reducer Unit (4,000 Hrs.)

    4,000 operating hours at the latest. The air filter element (366717) is part of the Schaller maintenance kit (155003) and can also be ordered separately from Schaller Automation if required. NOTICE Maintenance work on the oil mist detection system ...
  • Page 102 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR The air filter element is replaced according to the following steps: plus 1: VN301 central unit 3: Plastic disc 2: Pressure regulator unit  1. Note on step 1: First unscrew the air filter cover [ ]. Then pull the air filter cover down.

  • Page 103: Fig.: 82 : Replacing The Air Filter Element On The Pressure Regulator Unit (Steps 1-8)

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 3: Plastic disc 4: Air filter element NEW! No. 2; screw in hand-tight = 2.5 bar Fig.: 82 : Replacing the air filter element on the pressure regulator unit (steps 1-8) plus 1: VN301 central unit 2: Pressure regulator unit NOTICE Check supply pressure on the oil mist detection system ...

  • Page 104: Function Test Of The Sensor Units Using Smoke Tube (8,000 Hrs.)

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 9.1.4 Function test of the sensor units using smoke tube (8,000 hrs.) plus plus To ensure reliable operation of the VN301 / VN301 Ex sensor units, a function test with a smoke tube mist test must be carried out annually or after 8,000 operating hours at the latest.
  • Page 105 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 1: Sensor 3: Allen key, 5.0 mm 2: “Test mist inlet” screw plug 1: Sensor 3: Smoke tube with hand pump 2: Quick-release coupling Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 106: Fig.: 84 : Function Test With Smoke Tube (Mist Test, Steps 1-4)

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 1: Sensor 3: Red LED flashes when function test is successful 2: Smoke tube with hand pump Fig.: 84 : Function test with smoke tube (mist test, steps 1-4) After a successful function test, the sensor is returned to its initial state. To do this, repeat steps 1-2 in reverse order.

  • Page 107: Inspection Of The Oil Mist Detection System (16,000 Hrs. Or After 24 Months)

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 9.2 Inspection of the oil mist detection system (16,000 hrs. or after 24 months) To ensure that the device is in proper working condition, defined maintenance and inspection work must be carried out by authorised and instructed specialist personnel. In this case, an inspection by a Schaller service partner is required after 16,000 ...

  • Page 108: Repair By Schaller Automation

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 9.4 Repair by Schaller Automation If you oil mist detection system is defective or malfunctions, please contact Schaller Automation or an authorised service partner immediately.  See Section 12 ( in these instructions for suitable partners or go to Section 12 Contact) https://schaller-automation.com/en/partners/.

  • Page 109: Error Diagnosis And Troubleshooting

    ERROR DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING 10 Error diagnosis and troubleshooting WARNING Risk of oil mist explosion Failure to comply with the safety instructions may result in major damage to property or the environment and in serious injury or death.  Familiarise yourself with the basic safety instructions for working with the oil ...

  • Page 110: Sensor Defect

    In the event of a sensor defect, the operator must correct the defect as quickly as possible. The easiest way to do this is to replace the faulty sensor unit. Schaller Automation generally recommends that the operator keeps up to two spare sensor units in storage at all times.

  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    ERROR DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING 10.2 Troubleshooting The displayed errors can be corrected by the customer or alternatively by an authorised Schaller service partner. In this case, contact service at Schaller Automation Industrielle Automationstechnik GmbH & Co KG.  Section 12 Contact The error codes (on the display on the Remote Indicator II) and how to correct them are listed below in order.

  • Page 112: Table 12: Error Diagnosis And Troubleshooting

    ERROR DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING Code/ Indicator/ Solution fault possible causes Green LED on the Section 10.1.1 applicable sensor Section 6.3.2, Section 6.4.2 09/ “Sensor and on the central electronics” unit is flashing at temperature regular intervals/ measurement is defective ▪ Sensor is not working 1.

  • Page 113: Final Shutdown And Disposal

     This product must not be disposed of as residential waste. It is therefore marked with the symbol on the left.  Schaller Automation takes back this product free of charge. Information about this is available from the national sales organisations and Schaller Automation.

  • Page 114: Contact

    United States of America Phone: +1 954 794 1950 Mobile: +1 561 289 1495 Fax: +1 954 794 1951 Email: info@schalleramerica.com Schaller Automation Pte Ltd. 114 Lavender Street #09-93 CT Hub 2 Singapore 338729 Phone: +65 6643 5151 Mobile: +65 9788 7550...

  • Page 115: Spare Parts For Vn301Plus/Vn301Plus Ex

    Using other parts may exclude liability for the consequences.  Only use original spare parts from Schaller Automation! 13.1 Spare parts list Fig.: 85 : Overview of the positions of spare parts for the VISATRON ® VN301...

  • Page 116: Fig.: 86 : Overview Of The Positions Of Spare Parts For The Visatron

    SPARE PARTS FOR VN301PLUS/VN301PLUS EX Fig.: 86 : Overview of the positions of spare parts for the VISATRON ® VN301 plus sensor unit plus plus 1: VN301 and VN301 Ex sensor unit (153050, 4: Service kit plug screw G1/4 (273138) 153060, 153070, 153080) 5: Service kit O-ring (273137) 2: Service kit O-ring (273136)
  • Page 117 SPARE PARTS FOR VN301PLUS/VN301PLUS EX Part Number Discription plus Pressure reducer VN301 complete 273102 273114 Filter cartridge pressure reducing valve Water separator with filter- element 273118 273119 Filter cartridge for water separator plus Central unit VN301 REPLACEMENT • Without steel cover •...
  • Page 118 SPARE PARTS FOR VN301PLUS/VN301PLUS EX Part Number Discription plus Sensor VN301 Ex horizontal REPLACEMENT: • Sensor packed in an individual shipping box • manual on cd 153060 plus Sensor VN301 vertikal REPLACEMENT: • Sensor packed in an individual shipping box •...

  • Page 119: Table 13: Spare Parts List

    SPARE PARTS FOR VN301PLUS/VN301PLUS EX Part Number Discription – 4m plus Hybrid cable VN301 273204 – 6m plus Hybrid cable VN301 273206 – 8m plus Hybrid cable VN301 273208 – 10m plus Hybrid cable VN301 273210 – 15m plus Hybrid cable VN301 273215 –...

  • Page 120: Accessories For Vn301Plus/Vn301Plus Ex

    Using unapproved accessories may affect the safety of the installation. Original accessories are necessary for the device to operate correctly and are designed for your safety. Using other parts may exclude liability for the consequences.  Only use original accessories from Schaller Automation! Part Number Discription List...

  • Page 121: List Of Figures

    LIST OF FIGURES 15 List of figures ® plus Fig.: 1 : Type plate, VISATRON VN301 central unit ............... 22 Fig.: 2 : Type plate, VISATRON ® VN301 plus central unit ............... 22 ® plus Fig.: 3 : End cover with serial number on the VISATRON VN301 sensor unit .......
  • Page 122 LIST OF FIGURES plus Fig.: 50 : VN301 central unit: Configuration of the wiring bridges; 7 sensors ......66 plus Fig.: 51 : VN301 central unit: Configuration of the wiring bridges; 8 sensors ......66 plus Fig.: 52 : VN301 central unit: Configuration of the wiring bridges;...

  • Page 123: List Of Tables

    LIST OF TABLES 16 List of tables Table 1: Version history and change notes ..................3 Table 2: Variables and units of measurement that are used ............13 Table 3: Information, warning and mandatory signs ..............17 Table 4: Mechanical and electrical interfaces ................24 Table 5: Ambient conditions and physical characteristics .............

  • Page 124: Glossary

    GLOSSARY 17 Glossary Term Description Oil mist detection system, designed to protect large engines plus VN301 (gas, diesel and dual fuel) Provides the functionality of the oil mist detection system and Central unit is used to parameterise measured variables Design suck in and detect the oil mist atmosphere from the Sensor unit crankcase Electrical and pneumatic connection between the VISATRON®...

  • Page 125: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 18 EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity We, the manufacturer: SCHALLER AUTOMATION Industrielle Automationstechnik GmbH & Co. KG Industriering 14 66440 Blieskastel Germany Phone: +49 6842 5080 Fax: +49 6842 508260 declare on our sole responsibility that the product:...
  • Page 126 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC Declaration of Conformity We, the manufacturer: SCHALLER AUTOMATION Industrielle Automationstechnik GmbH & Co. KG Industriering 14 66440 Blieskastel Germany Phone: +49 6842 5080 Fax: +49 6842 508260 declare on our sole responsibility that the product:...

  • Page 127: Appendix

    Ex sensor unit Why is the sensor unit faulty? If your sensor unit is defective or malfunctions, please contact Schaller Automation or one of our authorised service partners immediately. Please fill in the following form in full and send it to us immediately together with the defective sensor unit.
  • Page 128 APPENDIX Condition of the sensor unit ☐ ☐ Sensor unit mechanically damaged Not functioning when operated ☐ ☐ Is suction at the sensor unit is working correctly? ☐ ☐ Is the condition of the hybrid cable OK? ☐ ☐ Is the condition of the hybrid plug OK? ☐...
  • Page 129 APPENDIX If yes, please check as follows: ☐ ☐ Is there no compressed air available? If there is, is there enough compressed air available? ☐ ☐ (compared to neighbouring sensors) Is the green LED on the relevant sensor flashing ☐ ☐...

  • Page 130: Description Of Error On The Vn301

    Why is the central unit faulty? If your central unit is defective or malfunctions, please contact Schaller Automation or one of our authorised service partners immediately. Please fill in the following form in full and send it to us immediately together with the defective central unit (complete or just the bottom half or the cover with display).
  • Page 131 APPENDIX Please enter your data for product identification: Serial number (Label on left side of housing)  Central unit installed on: ☐ ☐ Main machine Auxiliary machine/power unit Engine manufacturer:______________________________ Engine type:_____________________________________ Condition of the central unit ☐ ☐ Central unit mechanically damaged ☐...
  • Page 132 APPENDIX Additional information from customer: Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 133: Notes

    NOTES 20 Notes Notes Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

  • Page 134: Index

    INDEX 21 Index Accessories ........120 Operating modes ........30 Alarm ............ 88 Operating the product ......83 Alarm thresholds ........80 Operation ..........83 Assembly ..........41 Parameter list ........82 Central unit ........... 33 Parameterisation ........81 Checklist ..........72 Power supply ........

  • Page 135: Customer Information

    CUSTOMER INFORMATION 22 Customer information Instructions for use  VISATRON® oil mist detector  VN301plus/VN301plus Ex Part number 180072  Version 2.0...

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