Test Lamps; Figure 32 Energy Spectrum - General Monitors TA402A Instruction Manual

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Model TA402A

6.5 Test Lamps

TL100
The General Monitors TL100 Test Lamp is
a portable, rechargeable source of ultraviolet
radiation, specifically designed for use in
testing UV flame detection systems. It emits
a wide band of radiation and specifically
covers the 185 to 260 nanometer region
which corresponds with the response of
most ultraviolet flame detectors. The TL100
Test Lamp is CSA certified intrinsically safe
for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups C and
D and therefore does not require an
explosion proof housing.
NOTE: To avoid damaging exposure to
ultraviolet radiation, The TL100 provides a
Power On indicator so that direct viewing is
not necessary.
The TL100 has two intensity levels, LO and
HI as indicated on the rocker switch label.
With the switch in the HI position, the Test
Lamp is capable of activating General
Monitors UV flame detection systems at
distances up to 40 feet (12 meters) from the
detector. The LO switch will activate the
system at distances up to 20 feet (6 meters).
To operate the Test Lamp, aim it directly at
the detector to be tested and activate the
desired intensity level.
(green) should light, indicating power on
and the Low Battery LED (red) should
remain off, indicating sufficient charge for
normal operation.
system will depend on the distance from the
detector as well as the sensitivity and/or
time-delay settings at the detector and the
control module. If the system is operating
normally, it will respond immediately upon
activating the TL100. If the TL100 remains
ON for the period set by the time delay
setting, the detector and control module will
go into Alarm.
The ON LED
The response of the
Detector Assembly/Accessories
If during operation, the low battery LED
(red) is illuminated, the batteries are nearing
discharge. However, there is a built in
battery reserve of approximately 15 minutes.
It is recommended that the batteries be
recharged as soon as possible after this
period. Do not allow the TL100 batteries to
remain in a discharged state.
Recharging must
non-hazardous area.
batteries is required whenever the Low
Battery LED (red) is illuminated. Plug the
charger into a suitable outlet and insert the
charging plug into the receptacle located on
the back end of the Test Lamp. Fourteen to
sixteen hours are required for a complete
charge. Although over-charging up to
twenty-four hours is tolerable, however, it is
not recommended because over-charging
reduces battery life. If the TL100 is not
used for an extended period of time, it is
recommended that it be charged bi-monthly
to prevent excessive discharge.
batteries in the TL100 may be recharged on
an average of 500 times and they are not
replaceable.
TL102
Due to the advanced discrimination in the
Model FL3000 and FL3002 flame detectors,
the Model TL102 UV/IR Test Lamp was
developed. The General Monitors TL102
Test Lamp is
rechargeable test
designed to test General Monitors UV/IR
and Enhanced IR Flame Detection Systems.
This Test Lamp consists of a high-energy
broad band radiation source which emits
sufficient energy in both ultraviolet and
infrared spectra to activate UV, UV/IR
and/or IR Flame Detection Systems.
simulate a fire, the test lamp automatically
flashes at one of three DIP switch selectable
rates.
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