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Emerson. While great efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and clarity of this document, Emerson assumes no liability resulting from any omissions in this document or from misuse of the information obtained herein. The information in this document has been carefully checked and is believed to be entirely reliable with all of the necessary information included.
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Abbreviation or acronym Definition Electromagnetic compatibility End of line Field of view Immune at any distance IECEx International Electrotechnical Commission Explosion Isopropyl alcohol Infrared Type of jet fuel Latching Refers to relays remaining in the ON state even after the ON condition has been removed.
NOTICE If the product is used outside of specified limits, this voids the product certification, and Emerson is not responsible for any incurred warranty expense. Do not open this product, except for the terminal compartment as listed in this document, under any circumstances.
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Manual Installation MS-00909-0100-9020 March 2025 2 Installation 2.1 Field of view Figure 2-1: Horizontal Field of View A. Relative range www.spectrex.net...
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Installation Manual March 2025 MS-00909-0100-9020 Figure 2-2: Vertical Field of View A. Relative range www.spectrex.net...
Manual Installation MS-00909-0100-9020 March 2025 2.2 Tilt mount Figure 2-3: Tilt Mount A. Clamp locking screw B. Horizontal/vertical locking screw C. Rotating clamp D. Tilt holding plate Figure 2-4: Tilt Mount Photo www.spectrex.net...
Installation Manual March 2025 MS-00909-0100-9020 Figure 2-5: Tilt Mount Dimensions Dimensions are in millimeters. 2.3 Changing default detector settings You can modify the following settings using the Modbus Manager. ® • Built-in test (BIT) • Detection options • Lock option • 4-20 mA settings •...
Manual Operation MS-00909-0100-9020 March 2025 3 Operation 3.1 Power up the detector Procedure 1. Connect the detector to power. 2. Wait up to 60 seconds for the detector to complete the initial start-up procedure. Turning on the detector initiates the following sequence of events: •...
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Operation Manual March 2025 MS-00909-0100-9020 Postrequisites For full instructions on testing with a flame simulator, see the Spectrex SharpEye FS-100 Flame Simulator Reference Manual. www.spectrex.net...
4.1 Continuous feature test The detector is supplied with default settings, including a continuous feature test. To change these settings, refer to the Spectrex SharpEye 20/20Q Flame Detectors Modbus ® Manager Manual. During normal operation, the detector tests itself continuously and indicates a fault if a failure is found.
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Initial setup Manual March 2025 MS-00909-0100-9020 BIT operation The BIT is intended to check optical integrity and electronic circuitry. The detector's status remains unchanged if the result of a BIT is the same as the current status (Normal or BIT Fault). The detector’s status changes if the BIT differs from the current status. Note In BIT Fault status, the detector can continue to detect a fire in most cases.
Manual Maintenance MS-00909-0100-9020 March 2025 5 Maintenance 5.1 Keep maintenance records Record all maintenance operations performed on a detector in accordance with site guidance and requirements. 5.2 Clean the detector Procedure 1. Disconnect power from the flame detector. 2. Wipe the detector housing with clean water and a damp cloth. NOTICE Do not use a brush or sharp tools.
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Manual Troubleshooting MS-00909-0100-9020 March 2025 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Light-emitting diode (LED) is off, fault relay is open, 0-20 mA shows 0 mA Potential cause No power to the device. Recommended actions 1. Check that the operating voltage is correct, according to the electrical specifications.
Troubleshooting Manual March 2025 MS-00909-0100-9020 6.4 Light-emitting diode (LED) constantly red, alarm relay energized, 0-20 mA indicates alarm Potential cause Existing alarm condition. Recommended action Check cause of alarm. Potential cause Alarm latched. Recommended action Ensure the alarm latch is not enabled in the detector settings. Potential cause Faulty detector.
Manual Specifications MS-00909-0100-9020 March 2025 7 Specifications Table 7-1: Detection Ranges At the highest sensitivity setting for 1 ft. /0.1 m pan fire Fuel Range (ft./m) Gasoline 150/45 N-heptane 150/45 107/32 Kerosene 107/32 Diesel fuel 107/32 Ethanol 95% 100/30 Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) 100/30 Methanol 100/30...
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Specifications Manual March 2025 MS-00909-0100-9020 (continued) Table 7-2: General Specifications Sensitivity ranges • 9.8 ft. (3 m) • 32.8 ft. (10 m) • 65.6 ft. (20 m) • 98.4 ft. (30 m) • 147.6 ft. (45 m) Field of view Horizontal: 100° (at 50% of maximum distance) Vertical: 95°...
Manual Reference data MS-00909-0100-9020 March 2025 A Reference data A.1 Ordering information, specifications, and drawings To view current ordering information, specifications, and drawings: Procedure See the Spectrex 20/20Q Product Data Sheet. A.2 Product certifications For product certifications, see the Spectrex 20/20Q Product Certifications. www.spectrex.net...
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Manual False alarms prevention MS-00909-0100-9020 March 2025 B False alarms prevention Table B-1: Immunity to False Alarm Sources IAD: Immune at any distance. Radiation source Immunity distance ft. (m) Modulated and non-modulated direct and reflected sunlight Vehicle headlights (low beam) conforming to MS53023-1 Incandescent frosted glass light, 300 W Fluorescent light with white enamel reflector,...
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