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- Page 1 FALCO 2 and FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Register your instrument online to receive your extended warranty. Pioneering Gas Sensing Technology. ionscience.com...
- Page 2 Register your instrument online for extended warranty Thank you for purchasing your Ion Science instrument. The standard warranty of your FALCO 2 VOC Monitor is for one year. To receive your extended warranty, you must register your instrument online within one month of purchase (terms and conditions apply.)
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Contents Contents ............................3 Safety ............................6 Legal Notices Regarding the Safe Operation of Equipment ............... 6 Symbols ............................... 6 Warnings, Cautions and Information notifications ................6 Disposal ............................... 8 Certification FTZÚ ........................8 Declaration of Conformity ...................... - Page 4 FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Sampling Tube Length ........................ 22 Removal of the Control Module....................22 To Remove the Control Module ....................22 Operating the FALCO ........................22 User Interface ...........................22 Status Light ............................23 Start-Up Routine ........................24 Logo Screen ............................24 Info screen 1 .............................24...
- Page 5 FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Alarm 1..............................34 Alarm 2..............................34 Alarm Brightness........................34 Alarm Pulsing ..........................35 Relays ............................35 Relay 1 Options ..........................35 Relay 2 Options ..........................36 4 – 20 mA ..........................36 4 – 20 mA Enable/Disable.........................36 4 - 20mA Range..........................36 Modbus Address ........................
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Page 6: Safety
• To the extent permitted by law, ION Science shall not be liable to any person or entity for any loss or damage which may arise from the use of this manual. - Page 7 Thermoplastic Elastomers or Polycarbonate. Outside the items covered in this manual, the Falco must be serviced in a Non- Hazardous environment and by ION Science Ltd authorised service centres only. Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety. Ingress Protection: Continuous exposure to wet weather conditions should be limited to less than one day and harsh water spray conditions should be avoided.
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Page 8: Disposal
• Always adhere to local regulations and procedures when disposing of the equipment. • Ion Science Ltd offers a take back service. Please contact us for more information. RECYCLING Recycle all Packing. WEEE REGULATIONS Ensure that all waste electrical equipment is disposed of correctly. -
Page 9: Statements
Statements Responsibility for Correct Use Ion Science Ltd accepts no responsibility for incorrect adjustments that cause harm or damage to persons or property. The users are responsible to respond appropriately to the readings and alarms given by FALCO. Use the equipment in accordance with this manual, and in compliance with local safety standards. -
Page 10: Introduction To Falco 2
Introduction to FALCO 2 The FALCO 2 unit is a fixed detector for the continual monitoring and measuring of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the atmosphere. VOCs can be dangerous as they are poisonous to humans and there is a risk of explosion. - Page 11 FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 2W (depending on the LED intensity) Typical Power 0.5 to 2.5mm Supply Cables M25x1,5 Ex D (Cable diameter 13-18mm). Cable glands 60Vdc / 2A Maximum Contact Load 50Vac / 2A Current Loop: 19V ± 1V / 170mA...
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Page 12: Declaration Of Conformity
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Un-Packing All equipment shipped by Ion Science Ltd is packed in containers with shock absorbing filling to protect them against physical damage. Remove the contents carefully and check them against the packing list. Report discrepancies between the contents and the packing list to Ion Science Ltd. -
Page 13: Rs485 Modbus Interface
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 RS485 Modbus Interface The FALCO Modbus interface uses Modbus RTU • 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit. Register Register Name Function Code Data Type Range Address 3 - Read Holding... -
Page 14: Installation Requirements
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Installation Requirements Please make sure you understand all the installation requirements and have read the technical specification before you install FALCO 2. Location Requirements There are many variables involved in defining the optimum location for a gas detector. -
Page 15: Installation
• RS485 Interface Requirements NOTE: FALCO is supplied with a supportive stand. Remove the supportive stand before you proceed with installation. Support stand on pumped (FALCO 2.2) units only. Dimensions for Installation Figure 1 Falco 2.1 Pioneering Gas Sensing Technology. - Page 16 FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Figure 2 Falco 2.2 with Pump Pioneering Gas Sensing Technology. Page 16 of 45 ionscience.com...
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Page 17: Installing The Housing Module
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 To Install the Housing Module Ref Description ExD Cable Gland ExD Housing Module Ribbon Cable Control Module Front Cover Pump Housing Cover PID Housing Cover To install the FALCO as a complete assembly Remove the FALCO supportive stand supplied with the instrument. -
Page 18: After-Installation Test
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Seal the cables in the cable glands. Reconnect the Control Module to the Ribbon Connector and place into position. Replace and tighten the three retaining bolts. Screw the Front Cover back on. Connect and switch on the power supply. -
Page 19: Configurations Of The 4 - 20 Ma Current Loop
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Configurations of the 4 – 20 mA Current Loop The Falco has internal power supply and current source. Depending on the installation site requirements there are several possible configurations. See the following block diagrams and DIP switch settings to suit the application. - Page 20 FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Falco Current Loop configuration 2 – passive current loop, externally powered current source. When using this configuration ensure that the current loop circuit has voltage is between 8.5 V and 12 V, at Loop + after the resistances of the line have been taken into consideration.
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Page 21: Hydrophobic Filter
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Falco Current Loop Configuration 4 – active current loop, using internal power supply connected to the current source. Hydrophobic Filter It is very important to prevent the ingress of water and moisture into the Falco as this can cause damage to the PID sensor and electronic circuits. -
Page 22: Sampling Tube Length
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Sampling Tube Length The maximum recommended sample tube length is 20m (4x2mm tube). Sample tubing should be made of stainless steel or fluorinated material e.g., PTFE, PVDF. This prevents VOC’s “Sticking” to the inside walls of the tubing and causing false readings. -
Page 23: Status Light
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Moves the cursor (indicating which screen option is currently selected) and Up and Down adjusts numeric values and settings up and down. Left and Right Moves the cursor left and right and steps between menu screens. -
Page 24: Start-Up Routine
When power is applied, the Status Light goes yellow. The FALCO will then display the following screens, in this order: Logo Screen After the power is turned on, the FALCO displays the 'Ion Science' logo for 3 seconds and the status light is green. Info screen 1 Info screen 1 then appears for 3 seconds. -
Page 25: Software Screens
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 The screen then appears continuously and shows the PID reading and units. The Status Light colour depends on the status. INFORMATION The hour glass symbol will appear on the screen for the remaining ‘warm-up’ time if it has been skipped. -
Page 26: Navigating The Menus And Selecting Menu Options
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Press the Right key to move to the next asterisk. Repeat the above procedure to enter the next digit. Repeat until the four digits of the password are entered. Press the Enter key. If the correct password was entered, the i1 menu will be displayed. -
Page 27: Menu I2
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 behaviours. To configure the Falco to display a fixed output level, select . To set the Falco to output a sawtooth wave, select Menu i2 Alarm level 1: Used to set the ppm level at which Alarm 1 is triggered. The current level is displayed. -
Page 28: Menu I5
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Detection units: Used to change the detection units from the default of ppm to mg/m . The current units are displayed. PID status light mode: Used to switch the status light between steady illumination and slow pulsing when alarming. -
Page 29: Menu I7
If the flow measurement system detects that the flow rate is less than 80 ml/min the instrument will display Error code 4 (Low System Flow). On Falco 2 this can be set by the end user in this screen. the error persists for more than 3 flow measurement cycles, the instrument will display Error code 6 (Flow System Blocked). -
Page 30: Zero
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 For best performance, it is recommended to use a gas concentration near your alarm point. Before starting the calibration process, please ensure you have the following equipment ready for use. • Magnetic Actuator (part no. 873202) •... -
Page 31: Span 1
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Span 1 Span 1 is used to calibrate Span 1 of the Falco. 1) Attach the span gas cylinder to the Falco. 2) Enter Span 1 mode by moving the cursor to the Span 1 icon and then press the Enter key. -
Page 32: Rf (Response Factor)
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Change this value to match the level specified on the calibration gas bottle as follows. A cursor displayed under the first digit of the value. Press the Up or Down key to change it. -
Page 33: Measurement Cycle
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Used to change the detection units from the default of ppm to milligrams per meter cubed (mg/m The default units are ‘ppm’and there is an option to display the readings in milligrams per meter cubed (mg/m ). -
Page 34: Alarms
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Alarms The alarm levels are set in menu i2 The Falco has 2 alarms levels, 1 and 2. When alarm level 1 is reached the status bar will go amber and Alarm 2 is reached the status bar will go red. -
Page 35: Alarm Pulsing
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Alarm brightness may also be set to AUTO mode. Auto mode will measure the ambient light on the face of the instrument and adjust the brightness of the LED’s. The LED’s will become brighter if the instrument is in high LUX conditions (bright sunshine) and dimmer during low LUX conditions. -
Page 36: Relay 2 Options
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Relay 2 Options Used to specify which of 4 conditions will trigger the Relay 2 output. See the description of the Relay 1 options setting for details. 4 – 20 mA 4 – 20 mA options are accessed from menu i5 4 –... -
Page 37: Status Light Brightness
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Status Light Brightness The Status Light brightness is accessed in menu i4 Used to set the brightness of the Status Light during alarm conditions, from 0 to 100% for green, and 50-100% for amber and red. “AUTO” brightness mode is selected by setting the brightness to 0% Change the percentage brightness as required. -
Page 38: Password Lock
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 See below for how to change these settings. INFORMATION Alarm levels can be used to trigger relay 1 or relay 2 (see relay section below). Password Lock Used to set the password lock on and off, and to change the password number. -
Page 39: Servicing
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Servicing Item No Description Part Number MiniPID 2 Falco White - MP6SM6FWXU2 MiniPID 2 Falco Orange - MP6SM6FOXU2 MiniPID MiniPID 2 Falco TAC - MP6SXLFTXU2 MiniPID lamp LA4SFL3.2 A-846629 Orange electrode stack with seal (50 and 3000ppm) -
Page 40: Cleaning The Minipid
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Cleaning the MiniPID FALCO has been designed to ensure servicing is quick and easy: 1. Before servicing FALCO, set the device to Servicing Mode. 2. Unscrew the Sensor Cover (1) to access the MiniPID (4) located in the Sensor Housing. -
Page 41: Use Of Pid Lamp Cleaning Kit A-31063
The Compound has a TVL (TWA) of 10 mg/m and a full material safety data sheet MSDS is available on request from Ion Science Ltd. The key issues are listed below: Hazard identification: May cause irritation of respiratory tract and eyes. -
Page 42: Fault Conditions
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Fault Conditions The FALCO is equipped with a number of diagnostics to ensure instrument faults are detected and communicated. The table gives a fuller description of each fault and lists some possible causes and corrective actions you can try. - Page 43 FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 Corrective Action Displayed Fault Screen Fault Description If the user has exited the initial 30 Wait until the lamp has struck and the minute warm up phase, this screen will instrument displays a reading. If the be displayed for 7 seconds until the lamp does not strike replace it.
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Page 44: Manual Log
Disclaimer: Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Ion Science. No claims, promises or guarantees are made about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained herein. -
Page 45: Ion Science Contact Details
FALCO 2 Instrument User Manual V1.0 ON Science Contact Details ION Science Ltd – UK/Head Office Tel: +44 (0)1763 208 503 Web: www.ionscience.com | Email: info@ionscience.com ISM ION Science Messtechnik – Germany Office Tel: +49 (0) 2104 1448-0 Web: https://www.ism-d.de/en/ | Email: sales@ism-d.de...
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