The SDX-15 alarm system can monitor up to 15 gas sources within a medical piped gas system. Each SDX-15 alarm can monitor up to 5 gases at one time. Each SDX-15 plant alarm enables monitoring of up to 3 duty status conditions for gas types such as VIE, Plant &...
Avoid using the Area Alarm in an environment where there is a risk of explosion. 3. Operator The SDX-15 Plant Alarm is designed for manual operation via the Test & Mute push-buttons. Hence it is envisaged that the operator is able to visually monitor from within 900mm.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms If the test fails, these medical devices must NOT be put into service. An improperly mounted device may compromise the safety of patient care and endanger the user. ...
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The SDX-15 Alarm is designed to transmit & receive system status on a 2-core data bus. The alarm also displays this status in the form of LEDs on the Control board. Transmitters are used to read analogue signals from volt-free relays at gas sources and then transmit these signals on the 2-core data bus to the SDX-15 Plant Alarms.
Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms INTERNAL TRANSMITTERS (ITX) Internal transmitters are available as 1, 2, 3 or 4 service units and are mounted, 1 per SDX-15 Plant Alarm, in the alarm panel enclosure. If a fault is detected on the contact lines, an alarm...
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WARNING Note. This is the only item on the SDX-15 system which does not include a mains termination cover as it is intended to be installed within the manufacturer’s plant. Note the warning label on the outside of the box.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms The computer interface is a self-contained unit, supplied as a 5-service unit. A 230Vac, 50/60 Hertz supply is required, which is connected to terminals under the mains terminal cover. The 2 core inter-panel wiring is connected to signal terminals 1 & 2. The cable screen must be connected to the ‘S’...
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms Alarm Power System Red Gas Relay Audible Comment Condition Fault Condition Output Output CM & C (2-Tone) Normal Closed Mute-Test Flashing Flashing Closed Gas Condition Green (With Alarm Normal’s All On...
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms power failure out of operation, or for 4 hours if the panel is set for full backup. The Battery is a 12v 2.1ah Lead Acid type and should be mounted on the right-hand side of the Power Supply PCB with terminals at the top and facing left.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms Go to each transmitter and interface and set the rotary switch for each service to the channel allocated to that service on the log sheet. Set the rotary switches on all Alarm panels to the corresponding gas channel allocations.
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Select Computer interfaces as required. The SDX-15 Medical Gas Alarm system is a multiplexed system using the MEDCON data transmission standard, a pulse width modulated signal, on 2 core inter-panel wiring, capable of displaying up to 15 services, each consisting of up to 4 fault conditions (plus normal).
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms continue to function normally. T he battery reserve enables the system to remain in operation for a minimum of 4 hours. A fault on the data bus on a unit used as a Repeater (for example, failure of the master or its power supply or damage to the cabling) will cause the “System Fault”...
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms WARNING Where over 5 Gases are displayed at the Central location (i.e. more than one panel is present). Connect the remote 'common', 'mute' & 'test' terminals on power supply, to similar terminals in the adjacent alarm(s).
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Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms FAULT FINDING Professionally installed, the SDX-15 alarm system will give many years of trouble-free service. Experience shows that the majority of problems are due to incorrect connection or poor workmanship during installation. Problems with intermittent faults are usually due to screens not connected to earth, badly made connections or water-filled junction boxes.
Clinical Benefits The Plant Alarm is crucial for hospital pipeline systems. A properly functioning Medical Gas Pipeline System avoids any delay in treatment. The claims of Shire Controls Ltd. Area Alarm include: The Plant Alarm used as instructed aims to indicate normal functioning of gas sources within the Medical Gas Pipeline System by means of visual indicators on the alarm panel ...
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms Environmental Transport and Storage Conditions All products are separately packaged and stored in controlled conditions. Modes Of Operation Set For 1-5 Gases (Gas Fault, Gas Emergency, Reserve Fault & Pressure Fault)
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms Audible not sounding with If 2 test produced different outcome, original If the 2nd test produced the same outcome, visual warning fault may have been permanently muted from there may be interference from external Lockout button.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms j. Symbols Symbol Explanation Medical Device Do not use if package is damaged and consult the instructions for use Humidity Limitation Keep Away from Sunlight Non-Sterile Keep Dry Caution Fragile Storage Temperature...
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms Version 1 26-06-24 Page 21 of 26...
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms Figure 4: Typical SA-6 Alarm Connections Figure 5: Mode of Operation and Typical Area Alarm Installation Version 1 26-06-24 Page 22 of 26...
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms Figure 8: Medical Gas Area Alarm Labelling Version 1 26-06-24 Page 25 of 26...
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Shire Controls Ltd. SDX-15 Plant Alarms Regulatory Standards To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards: EN60601-1-2 4th Edition 2015 Emissions Standard for Medical Equipment EN55011, Class A 2016 Emissions Standard for ISM Equipment...
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