SDL Atlas M233B Instruction Manual

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AutoFlamm Tester

I N S T R U C T I O N

M A N U A L

Ver. 2.1 (2023.02.13)

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Page 1 M233B AutoFlamm Tester I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Ver. 2.1 (2023.02.13) www.sdlatlas.com...
Page 2 This page is a record of your equipment specifications. This information is found on the stamped nameplate of your instrument. Please fill in the blanks below when you receive your SDL Atlas instrument. When contacting the sales or service department to order parts or obtain information, refer to this page.
Page 3 EN 50081-1. SDL Atlas cannot be held responsible for any unauthorized modifications to the unit. Due to the potential hazards associated with the use of Propane and Butane, it is important that the user take all necessary safety precautions when using these items.
Page 4 This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied. In no event will SDL Atlas be liable for special or consequential damages as a result of any alleged breach of this warranty provision.
Page 5 (6) months from date of shipment. This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied. In no event will SDL Atlas be liable for special or alleged breach of this warranty provision.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
AutoFlamm Tester CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION ....................1 2.0 SPECIFICATION ....................2 3.0 INSTALLATION ....................3 3.1 Uncrating the Instrument .................. 4 3.2 List of Materials (Standard Accessories) ............4 3.3 Optional Accessories ..................8 3.4 Setup ......................... 9 4.0 OPERATION ...................... 24 4.1 Setup for Testing .....................
Page 7: Introduction
Test results can be directly saved in the computer, data can be re-called, edited, and stored in test report. The report can also be exported to third party software application (such as MS Word). The M233B meets requirements to perform varies test standard as below: • BS EN 13772: 2003 •...
Page 8: Specification
Marker Thread 6 horizontal markers and 2 vertical markers (+/- 1 mm) Specimen Holder 7 sets of frames with templates (Dimension +/- 0.5 mm) Timer +/- 0.05 s Gas Supply Commercial Butane or Propane with regulator (not supplied by SDL Atlas)
Page 9 AutoFlamm Tester COMPUTER (Not Included) Intel Core i3 processor or above installed with MS Win 10 operation system 2 GB RAM or higher 20 GB free hard disk space. Any suitable monitor USB port Remark: The computer that connects to AutoFlamm must be solely use for the machine control purpose only, it is not supposed to use for other sharing functions.
Page 10: Installation
Carefully unpack the instrument and thoroughly inspect the instrument components for any damage or shortages. Report any instrument damage to the carrier and/or shortages to SDL Atlas Customer Service. 3.2 List of Materials (Standard Accessories) The AutoFlamm is shipped with the following items: •...
Page 11 AutoFlamm Tester Seven Sets of Pin Frames (Specimen Holders) and Templates to Comply to following Standards ⚫ M233A/1 - BS EN 1101, BS EN ISO 6940:1995, BS EN 13772:2003 ⚫ M233A/2 - BS EN 6941:1995, BS EN 6941:2003, BS EN 1102, BS EN 1103 ⚫...
Page 12 AutoFlamm Tester Gas Burner Debris Tray...
Page 13 AutoFlamm Tester Burner Spacer 17 mm 20 mm Marker Thread 25mm Flame Gauge...
Page 14: Optional Accessories
3.3 Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for the AutoFlamm: ⚫ M233B/2 Radiator Assembly with Filter Paper for BS EN 13772 ⚫ M233A/7 Filter Paper for BS EN 13772, BS EN 15025 & BS EN 1102 ⚫ M233A/8 Filter Papers for BS EN 1103 ⚫...
Page 15: Setup
AutoFlamm Tester 3.4 Setup 3.4.1 Machine Layout Right Vertical Marker Left Vertical Marker (5 & 15 mm) (5 & 15 mm) 600 mm Marker (5 & 15 mm) Upper Beam Third Marker 520 mm (1 & 5 mm) Pin Frame with Template Second Marker 370 mm (1 &...
Page 16 AutoFlamm Tester Right Side Panel Manual ignition and Manual Radiator Gas Value button, light button, light on when on when working. working. Manual Control Switch Run/Set 1. When burner assembly is at the origin, short press the button and burner move to the preset position of the selected standard.
Page 17 AutoFlamm Tester 3.4.2 Software Setup The AutoFlamm is supplied with software that control the device to perform tests and process test results and reports. Computer is not supplied; please refer to section 2 “Specification” for the detailed requirements of the computer system. 1.
Page 18 AutoFlamm Tester 4. Creat a desktop shortcut or not, then click “Next” install the software. 5. The software is ready to be installed. Press “Install” to install the software”.
Page 19 AutoFlamm Tester 6. Press “Next” to install the Device Driver. 7. The Driver will be completely installed and ready for use.
Page 20 AutoFlamm Tester 8. The software will be completely installed and ready for use.
Page 21 AutoFlamm Tester 3.4.3 Introduction to software Interface Create a new file. Open a file. Save the test file with “.atf” Check the fire temperature and Laser Distance. Show the version of the software Run a new test. View the test report. Delete the selected result.
Page 22 6. With the [Gas Switch] and gas supply in the OFF position, connect Propane or Butane gas supply (not supplied by SDL Atlas) to “Gas In” connector (O.D. 10 mm) at right side panel. 7. Set the tank output regulator within 2-5 psi for...
Page 23 AutoFlamm Tester 3.4.5 Gas Burner Installation 1. The AutoFlamm is supplied with two Gas Burners (M233A/10 and M233A/11), both burners can be interchangeably installed on the burner holder, see section 3.3 for Gas Burner selection. 2. Switch OFF the power and gas supply before Burner Holder changing the gas burner.
Page 24 AutoFlamm Tester 4. Launch the software, pick the desired standard. Mount the appropriate specimen holder or template on the Pin Frame (refer to test standard) and hook the frame up (place) on the AutoFlamm. 5. Insert the correct spacer on the burner (refer to test standard) and press [Run/Set] on panel to move the burner to the ignition position.
Page 25 AutoFlamm Tester 5. The Height Gauge is installed nearby the burner, depends on the standard 45 mm going to be conducted, the flame 40 mm height can be adjusted by [Gas Regulator]. Note that the flame height may be affected by the pressure of the gas supply.
Page 26 AutoFlamm Tester 3.4.8 Marker Threads Setup The AutoFlamm has two sets of Marker Threads, one set (three vertical and one horizontal markers) is at distances of 5 & 15 mm from specimen face. Another set (three vertical markers) is at distances of 1 & 5 mm (BS 5438:1989 & EN ISO 6941) from specimen face (see detail in standard).
Page 27 AutoFlamm Tester 4. Before attaching the trip threads, the appropriate pin frame with specimen (refer to standard) should already be fitted to the main frame. 5. Take a length of thread that is slightly greater than twice length of distance to be travelled across the vertical length of frame.
Page 28 AutoFlamm Tester 9. Secure one end of thread by pushing it into the slot of the thread (spring) clip (either right or left side), take it around the upper notch, then lead it through and around the lower notch. The thread comes back and must be secured to the clip of the micro-switch.
Page 29 AutoFlamm Tester 3.4.9 Radiator Assembly Setup (Optional) The Radiator Assembly is an optional accessory of the AutoFlamm for use in the EN 13772:2003 testing standard. The radiator is made with a ceramic material and will radiate heat over a circular area. It is located at the back of the specimen. 1.
Page 30: Operation
AutoFlamm Tester 4.0 OPERATION 4.1 Setup for Testing 1. These procedures do not cover any detailed requirement on sampling of specimen, pre-conditioning, definition of test condition and result evaluation…etc. As this may vary for different testing standards, user should refer to the details in the appropriate standard or procedure.
Page 31: Standard Testing Method (See Related Standard For Details)
AutoFlamm Tester 7. Fit the specimen holder to the main frame by hooking it over the brackets, in a vertical position (use the top set of brackets when using the large specimen holder) 8. Install the Debris Tray (with filter paper if required by the relevant standard) on the main frame and set the gas burner back to home position.
Page 32 AutoFlamm Tester 2. Fill in flame Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type Select the Fabric Direction. “Start Click Test”. When Marker Thread is severed, the interface will display breaking time 3. Wait for the makers breaking time are shown, click the “Save Result And Finish Test”...
Page 33 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.2 BS EN ISO 6940: 2004 1. Fill Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type. Click “Start Test”. Choose Yes or No according to the test result. 2. Choose Yes or No according to the test result. Click the “Save Result And Finish Test”...
Page 34 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.3 BS EN 1101:1996 1. Fill in Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type. Click “Start Test”. 2. Choose Yes or No according to the test result. Click the “Save Result And Finish Test” button to save result and finish the test.
Page 35 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.4 BS EN 1102:1996 1. Fill Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type and Select the Fabric Direction. Click “Start Test”. 2. When Marker Thread is severed, the interface will display the breaking time and caculate the frame speed rate.
Page 36 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.5 BS EN 1103:2005 1. Fill Application Time according to the standard 、 select Ignition Type 、 Select the Fabric Direction. Click “Start Test”. 2. When Marker Thread severed, interface will display the breaking time. “Yes” “No” Choose according to the test result that whether Surface...
Page 37 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.6 BS 5438:1976 Test 1 1. Fill Application Time according to the standard 、 select Ignition Type 、 Select the Fabric Direction and Face. Click “Start Test”. 2. Choose Yes or No according to the test result. Click the “Save Result And Finish Test”...
Page 38 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.7 BS 5438:1976 Test 2 1. Fill in Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type and Fabric Direction. Click “Start Test”. 2. Choose “Yes” or “No” according to the test result that whether Frame debris, Frame reach edge and Hole reach edge occur.
Page 39 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.8 BS 5438:1976 Test 3 1. Fill Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type and Fabric direction. Click “Start Test”. 2. When Marker Thread severed, the interface will display the breaking time. “Yes” “No” Choose according to the test result that whether Frame debris occur.
Page 40 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.9 BS EN ISO 15025:2016 1. Fill in Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type and Fabric direction. Click “Start Test”. 2. Choose “Yes” or “No” according to the test result that whether Frame debris, Frame reach edge, Filter paper ignite, Afterglow reach the intact area,...
Page 41 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.10 BS EN 532: 1995 1. Fill Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type and fabric direction. Click “Start Test”. 2. Choose “Yes” or “No” according to the test result that whether Frame debris, Frame reach edge, Afterglow reach the intact area, molten debris occur,hole develops.
Page 42 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.11 BS EN 71-2:2011 Part 5.2 & 5.3 1. Fill Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type. Click “Start Test”. 2. Choose “Yes” or “No” according to the test result that whether ignition occur. Fill in Destroy Length. Click “...
Page 43 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.12 BS EN 71-2:2011 Part 5.4 Assemble the Pin Frame Make sure the holes in this Beam are in same position the holes in Middle Beam of the Instrument Before the assembly After the assembly 2. Hang the Pin Frame. Unscrew the hand screws from the middle beam, remove the middle beam, and attach the Pin Frame to the...
Page 44 AutoFlamm Tester 3. When Marker Thread is severed, interface will display breaking time and caculate the frame speed rate. Marker Thread 1 is First Marker, Marker Thread 2 is Second Marker. Click the “Save Result And Finish Test” button to save result and finish the test.
Page 45 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.13 BS EN 71-2:2011 Part 5.5 1. Fill Application Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type. Click “Start”. “Yes” “No” 2. Choose according to the test result that whether the flame reach top (or upmost 500 mm). Click “...
Page 46 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.14 BS 5438:1989 Test2A & 2B Fill in Application Time according standard select Ignition Type fabric direction. Click “Start Test”. 2. Choose “Yes” or “No” according to the test result that whether Flame debris, Flame/Hole/Glow reach edge occur. Fill in extent and Destroy Length.
Page 47 AutoFlamm Tester 4.2.15 BS EN 13772:2003 Mount Radiator and plug in connector properly, ensure the SHEILD is open Fill in Application Time and Pre- Heat Time according to the standard and select Ignition Type and fabric direction. Click to preheat the radiator.
Page 48 AutoFlamm Tester 4. After the sample is mounted, manually slide to open the shield, counter will start and expose the specimen for 30 sec. Click “Start Test” will wait for the expose time. Click “Yes” and after 30 sec elapsed, Burner will automatically.
Page 49: Test Results
AutoFlamm Tester 4.3 Test Results BS EN ISO 6941:2003...
Page 50 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN ISO 6940:2004...
Page 51 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 1101:1996...
Page 52 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 1102:1996...
Page 53 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 1103: 2005...
Page 54 AutoFlamm Tester BS 5438:1976 Test 1...
Page 55 AutoFlamm Tester BS 5438:1976 Test2...
Page 56 AutoFlamm Tester BS 5438:1976 Test 3...
Page 57 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN ISO 15025:2016...
Page 58 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 532:1994...
Page 59 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 71-2:2011 Part 5.2...
Page 60 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 71-2:2011 Part 5.3...
Page 61 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 71-2:2011 Part 5.4...
Page 62 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 71-2:2011 Part 5.5...
Page 63 AutoFlamm Tester BS 5438:1989 Test 2A & 2B...
Page 64 AutoFlamm Tester BS EN 13772:2003...
Page 65: Maintenance
Because of the relatively harsh environment to which the pins are likely to be exposed, some will eventually require replacement. This can be done simply by tapping out damaged pins and replacing. Sharp pins and blunt stub pins are available from SDL Atlas.
Page 66: Revision
AutoFlamm Tester 6.0 REVISION Machine S/N Edition Date Revised by Description (at the time of the revision) V2.0 2020-09-04 Kuma 124S0003 New Design. 2023-02-12 124U0005 V2.1 Jimmy New Software...