ABB Uvisor SF910i User manual
Combustion Instrumentation
User Manual
Uvisor™ SF910i Integrated SafeFlame Scanner
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PROCESS AUTOMATION
Combustion Instrumentation
User Manual
Uvisor™ SF910i Integrated SafeFlame Scanner
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Table of Contents
About This User Manual
13Scope .........................................................................................................................
13Intended User ..........................................................................................................
13Document Structure ..............................................................................................
14Warning, Caution, Information, and Tip Icons ..................................................
14SF910i Firmware Revisions ...................................................................................
15Flame Explorer Software Tool Revision .............................................................
15Operating Temperatures ......................................................................................
15Safety Summary ......................................................................................................
15Equipment Environment .........................................................................
15Electrical Shock Hazard during Maintenance .....................................
16Quick Release Connector and Hazardous Area ..................................
16Ex Certified Fiber Optic Versions ..........................................................
16Flame Failure Response Verification ....................................................
17Nomenclatures, Part Numbers, and Related Documentation .......................
17Compatibility with Previous ABB Flame Detection Products ........................
19Technical Support ...................................................................................................
19Spare Parts and Ordering Information ...............................................
19Information and Training .......................................................................
19Technical Documentation ......................................................................
1 Introduction
211.1 Integrated SafeFlame Scanner ............................................................................
221.2 Purpose of a Flame Detection System ...............................................................
221.3 Split (Conventional) Vs Integrated Architecture ..............................................
221.3.1 Conventional .............................................................................................
231.3.2 Integrated ..................................................................................................
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251.3.3 Versions ......................................................................................................
261.3.4 Fiber Optics ...............................................................................................
2 Hardware
312.1 Enclosure .................................................................................................................
322.2 Display and Terminations Boards .......................................................................
342.2.1 Connections ..............................................................................................
342.2.2 Power Supply .............................................................................................
352.2.3 Relays ..........................................................................................................
362.2.4 4-20mA .......................................................................................................
372.2.5 Communication Lines .............................................................................
372.2.6 Configuration Memory ............................................................................
382.3 Mounting and Orientation ....................................................................................
3 Installation
393.1 Site Verification ......................................................................................................
393.2 Networking Preparation ........................................................................................
413.3 Product Installation ................................................................................................
413.3.1 Summary of Installation Procedure ......................................................
423.3.2 Preliminary Steps .....................................................................................
433.3.3 Station Address Selection ......................................................................
453.3.4 Opening Enclosure Cover and Wiring ...................................................
553.3.5 Close the Enclosure Cover and End of Installation ............................
4 Touch-Buttons
574.1 Touch-Buttons Location .......................................................................................
5 LEDs
595.1 Power LED ................................................................................................................
595.2 Safe LED ...................................................................................................................
595.3 Flame LED ................................................................................................................
6 Operational-Modes
616.1 First-time Power-up Mode ....................................................................................
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626.2 Normal-Mode ...........................................................................................................
626.3 Configuration-Mode ..............................................................................................
7 Operating Display
637.1 Measured-Values Displays ...................................................................................
647.2 Current Fault Display .............................................................................................
647.3 Fault History Display ..............................................................................................
657.4 Tuning Display .........................................................................................................
657.5 Version Display ........................................................................................................
8 Configuration-Mode
698.1 Local and Remote Configuration ........................................................................
698.2 General Notes ..........................................................................................................
698.2.1 Several Functions only Apply to the Currently Selected Channel ....
708.2.2 Exiting Configuration-Mode ..................................................................
708.3 Configuration Menu Descriptions .......................................................................
708.3.1 Operating-Mode .......................................................................................
708.3.2 Application Select ....................................................................................
708.3.3 Change IDS ................................................................................................
718.3.4 AO Output ..................................................................................................
718.3.5 Load Default Parameters ........................................................................
718.3.6 Communication ........................................................................................
728.3.7 Display Options ........................................................................................
728.3.8 Complete Reset ........................................................................................
9 Program-Mode
739.1 Notes for Program-Mode ......................................................................................
749.2 Trip Points ................................................................................................................
749.3 Quality Normalization ............................................................................................
759.4 Frequency Sensitivity .............................................................................................
759.4.1 Accounting for Background Light .........................................................
759.4.2 Detecting Flicker-Frequency Noise ......................................................
759.4.3 Check for Electrical Noise .......................................................................
769.5 Smoothing ...............................................................................................................
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769.6 Delay Drop-Out .......................................................................................................
769.7 Flame Pick-Up ..........................................................................................................
779.8 Maximum Frequency ..............................................................................................
10 Flame Explorer Software
11 Configuration Parameters in Flame Explorer
12 Firmware Downloader Tool
13 Relay Assignment
14 Flame Temperature Measurement
15 Serial Interfaces
9915.1 Physical Level of Communication ........................................................................
9915.2 MODBUS Protocol ...................................................................................................
10015.2.1 MODBUS Registers ..................................................................................
16 Troubleshooting
10516.1 Troubleshooting LOS .............................................................................................
10616.2 Troubleshooting FOC ............................................................................................
17 Diagnostics
11017.1 Failures Detected by On-board Diagnostic Routines .....................................
11017.1.1 Fatal Errors ................................................................................................
11117.1.2 Non-Fatal Errors .......................................................................................
11217.2 Noise Error on Flame Channel ..............................................................................
18 Maintenance/Cleaning/Inspection
11518.1 Maintenance ............................................................................................................
11518.2 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................
11618.3 Fiber Optic Maintenance .......................................................................................
11718.4 Inspection ................................................................................................................
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19 Repair and Replacement
12019.1 Whole Unit Replacement .......................................................................................
12019.1.1 Versions with Removable Terminals ....................................................
12119.1.2 Connector Versions .................................................................................
12119.2 Fiber Optic Replacement ......................................................................................
20 End of Product Life Cycle
21 Cyber Security Deployment
Appendix A Specifications
131A.1 Technical Specifications .......................................................................................
133A.2 Environmental Specifications ..............................................................................
134A.3 Galvanic Isolation Specifications ........................................................................
134A.4 EMC Specifications ................................................................................................
136A.5 Mechanical Specifications ....................................................................................
Appendix B Proposed Initial Setting
137B.1 Corner Applications ...............................................................................................
139B.2 Wall Fired Applications ..........................................................................................
140B.3 Cyclone Applications ..............................................................................................
141B.4 GT and Side Igniter Applications .........................................................................
Appendix C Flame Detection Theory
143C.1 Basic Flame Detection ...........................................................................................
143C.2 Measured-Values ....................................................................................................
145C.3 Smoothing and Time-Delays ................................................................................
145C.4 Fuel/Load Switching ..............................................................................................
146C.5 Flame Quality ...........................................................................................................
Appendix D Glossary
Appendix E Drawings
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Appendix F Cables
164F.1 Earth Connection Cable ........................................................................................
165F.2 Cabling ......................................................................................................................
167F.3 ABB Special Cables .................................................................................................
Appendix G Fittings
171G.1 TU_KIT03 Set of Diaphragms for SF910i FOC ...................................................
173G.2 SWF-1NPTM Swivel Mounting Flange .................................................................
174G.3 THU-1NPTMF 1” NPTM/1” NPTF Thermal Isolation Union ..............................
174G.4 PAY-1NPTFF Purging Air “Y” NPTF/NPTF Inlet ..................................................
175G.5 IV-1NPTF Isolating Valve 1” NPTF/1” NPTF ........................................................
176G.6 SF910i-CBL16-Q-YYY for SF910i with Multipin Connector .............................
178G.7 Counter Flange ........................................................................................................
Appendix H Tools
181H.1 Tools ..........................................................................................................................
182H.2 Personal Safety .......................................................................................................
Appendix I Configuration Form
Appendix J Configuration-Mode Fucntions
Appendix K Program-Mode Fucntions
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About This User Manual
Scope
This manual provides technical, maintenance, and set-up informations for the ABB
Uvisor™ SF910i Integrated SafeFlame Scanner.
This manual describes the product SF910i Integrated SafeFlame Scanner itself, without
considering that it is usually sold as part of a complete higher-level assembly (including
fiber optic extension and/or mounting and purge air/cooling accessories).
Intended User
This instruction manual can be used by anyone responsible for the installation and
operation of the SF910i.
The user must be familiar with the basic operating procedures of the boiler or furnace
where the SF910i will be used.
Document Structure
This manual provides an overview of the major hardware components of the SF910i. It
describes in detail the procedures to install and operate the unit.
Later sections provide details about configuration and tuning activities.
Engineering drawings are included at the end of the manual in a reduced page size.
These drawings can also be provided in full size upon request.
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Scope
Warning, Caution, Information, and Tip Icons
This User Manual includes Warning,Caution, and Information where appropriate to
point out safety related or other important information. It also includes Tip to point out
useful hints to the reader. The different icon types found in this document are presented
below:
Electrical warning icon indicates the presence of a hazard that could result in
electrical shock.
Warning potential electronstatic charging hazard - Hazard can only be cleaned with
a damp cloth.
Warning icon indicates the presence of a hazard that could result in personal injury.
Caution icon indicates an important information or warning related to the concept
discussed in the text. It might indicate the presence of a hazard that could result in
corruption of software or damage to equipment/property.
Information icon alerts the reader to pertinent facts and conditions.
Tip icon indicates advice on, for example, how to design the project or how to use
a certain function.
Although Warning hazards are related to personal injury, and Caution hazards are
associated with equipment or property damage, it must be understood that operation of
damaged equipment could, under certain operational conditions, result in degraded
process performance leading to personal injury or death. Therefore, fully comply with all
Warning and Caution notices.
SF910i Firmware Revisions
When this manual is reviewed, the current firmware revision of the SF910i will be
B03.
If SF910i is already installed and it is working properly, the user may not need to update
to newer versions. In this case, continue to refer to the previous version of this manual
to operate and configure Flame Scanner.
For any doubt or question, contact the local ABB dealer to get the right suggestion or
write to the tech support hot-line (see Technical Support).
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Warning, Caution, Information, and Tip Icons
Flame Explorer Software Tool Revision
When this manual is last reviewed, the current revision of the Flame Explorer
software tool will be 7.0.0.
Flame Explorer 7.0.0 is used for SF910i, and is compatible with SF810INT Flame
Scanner series firmware version ≥ C3.004.
Connecting Flame Explorer to SF910i devices loaded with lower firmware release
index might results in mismatching data displayed.
Operating Temperatures
The operating temperature range of the SF910i is reported in Appendix A and is
printed on the product label.
For units with ATEX/IECEx certification, the ATEX/IECEx label might report another
temperature range, and this is not the temperature range of the whole product. It is
the temperature range for which the Ex certification of the enclosure is valid.
Safety Summary
Equipment Environment
All components, whether in transportation, operation, or storage must be in a
non-corrosive and static-electricity-safe environment.
Warning potential electronstatic charging hazard - Hazard can only be cleaned with
a damp cloth.
Electrical Shock Hazard during Maintenance
Disconnect power or take precautions to ensure that contact with energized parts
are avoided when servicing. SF910i is powered at a safe voltage (24VDC) and has
no dangerous internal voltages but the electrical connections of the relay terminal
(J1) can be connected up to 50VAC and, if exposed, present a shock hazard that
can cause injury or death.
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Quick Release Connector and Hazardous Area
SF910i (quick release connector versions), when installed in hazardous area, cannot
be dis-connected under power. The plug is equipped with a locking allen screw that
must be unscrewed before releasing the connector.
Ex certified products (Refer to datasheet 4JZZ438101A0001 SF910i Flame Scanner
Uvisor for detailed product coding) must be handled as in SF910i Safety Instruction
Manual (EC-DOC-G041MAN033).
Ex Certified Fiber Optic Versions
IECEx/ATEX certified SF910i for fiber optic versions (Refer to
EC-DOC-G018PCL402) must be mandatorily used together with the ABB
IECEx/ATEX certified fiber optic. Otherwise, the certification is invalidated.
Ex certified products (Refer to datasheet for detailed product coding) must be handled
as in SF910i Safety Instruction Manual (EC-DOC-G041MAN033).
Do not disassemble or remove the electronics from the enclosure.
It is absolutely forbidden to un-tight/remove the two screws that hold the electronic
boards during operation.
There are no configurable/serviceable parts inside.
Flame Failure Response Verification
For safety reasons, the user is requested to prove the Flame Failure Response
Time (FFRT) of the SF910i under any burner load/fuel conditions and under any
selected file of parameters. For EN298 application, the user need to set the DELAY
DROPOUT parameter to <= 0.9s to fulfill the requirement of EN 298 that the FFRT
shall not exceed one second. If there are further adjustments of the flame detector
(DELAY DROPOUT), do not cause the time to rise above one second.
Installations shall comply with the requirements of the local codes and jurisdictional
authorities.
For instance, in U.S.A., the installations shall comply with the requirements of the
relevant edition of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 85).
Do not open when an explosive atmosphere is present.
“Ex” certified products (Refer to datasheet for detailed product coding) in which “Ex”
classified area must not be opened when an explosive atmosphere is present.
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Safety Summary
Nomenclatures, Part Numbers, and Related
Documentation
The below table shows a preview of the main items related to the Uvisor™ SF910i
product. For a complete list of part numbers and ordering codes (including cables,
replacement parts, and so on), refer to SF910i data sheet.
Table: Nomenclatures and Part Numbers for Most Important Items
Related DocumentPart NumberDescriptionNomenclature/Item
SF910i User Manual (this
manual)
SF910i-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx
(see Table 1.1 for the
meaning of all five suffixes)
Integrated SafeFlame
Scanner
Uvisor™ SF910i
SF910i Flame Explorer
User Manual
(8VZZ005308)
8VZZ005308Software tool for
configuration and
monitoring
Flame Explorer
See Appendix ENot a single part number.
Refer to datasheet
Line Of Sight mounting
accessories
LOS mounting accessories
See Appendix ENot a single part number.
Refer to datasheet
Fiber Optic Cable
extension and accessories
FOC mounting accessories
Compatibility with Previous ABB Flame Detection
Products
The below table shows the compatibility issues with previous products of Uvisor™,
FAU800, and DFS/SafeFlame families. The table shows, if the SF910i unit can be installed
as a replacement of the system made of previous flame scanners and Flame Analysis
Units/Multi-flame scanners.
Here it is considered as a replacement of an existing scanner plus its FAU800 or
MFD unit with the SF910i Integrated SafeFlame Scanner. Consider that it is not a
one-to-one replacement (see following note). Changes in the wiring harness are
required in this case.
SF910i Integrated SafeFlame Scanner is a “single flame unit”. If the user is planning
to replace one MFD and two flame scanners (or one FAU800 and two flame
scanners) aimed at two different flames, then the user must use two SF910i units.
For a one-to-one replacement of an existing scanner with a SF810 (conventional)
scanner, refer to SF810 User Manual.
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Nomenclatures, Part Numbers, and Related Documentation
Table: Compatibility with Previous Products
SF910i Part NumberCompatibilityPart NumberPrevious Models
SF910i -LOS-IR-X(1)-(2)-(3)
YesPart number
EC-BOM-G009HLA101 +
EC-BOM-G009HLA012
One UR600-IR (Line Of
Sight) + MFD
SF910i -FOC-IR-X(1)-(2)-(3)
Yes (External guide pipe is
compatible, inner fiber is
not)
EC-BOM-G009HLA101 +
86610-S-210XXXX +
EC-BOM-G009HLA012
One UR600-IR (Fiber Optic
Cable) + MFD
SF910i -LOS-UV-X(1)-(2)-(3)
YesEC-BOM-G009HLA102 +
EC-BOM-G009HLA012
One UR600-UV (Line Of
Sight) + MFD
SF910i -LOS-UV-X(1)-(2)-(3)
Yes (Extended guide pipe
is compatible, inner fiber is
not)
EC-BOM-G009HLA103+
86610-S-220XXXX +
EC-BOM-G009HLA012
One UR600-UVEXT (Fiber
Optic Cable) + MFD
SF910i -LOS-UV-X(1)-(2)-(3)
Yes (Requires adapting
flange)
EC-BOM-G009HLA002 +
EC-BOM-G009HLA012
One UR450 + MFD
SF910i -LOS-UV-X(1)-(2)-(3)
Yes (Requires adapting
flange)
EC-BOM-G009HLA004
84531-S-3300000 +
EC-BOM-G009HLA012
One UR460 (Direct View)
+MFD
SF910i -LOS-UV-X(1)-(2)-(3)
Yes (Extended guide pipe
is compatible, inner fiber is
not)
EC-BOM-G009HLA004
84531-S-3280000 or
84531-S-3290000 +
EC-BOM-G009HLA012
One UR460 (Fiber Optic
Cable) + MFD
SF910i -LOS-UV-X(1)-(2)-(3)
Yes (Requires mechanical
adapter plus change of
connector in the existing
cable)
C10-97335 + C10-11010One SafeFlame
Wall-mount UV scanner,
cam lock + FAU800
SF910i -FOC-IR-X(1)-(2)-(3)
Yes (Existing guide pipe is
compatible, requires flange
adapter)
C10-922xxx + C10-11010One SafeFlame IR (or full
spectrum) scanner
(through the wind box, cam
lock, FOC) + FAU800
(1). See Table 1.1 for the meaning of all suffixes of the part number.
(2). Owing to the change of architecture when replacing the existing scanners and analysis units with a single “integrated” unit,
it requires wiring changes.
(3). Both connectorized versions need a wiring change too. The new connector is not compatible with the previous SafeFlame
Scanner connector to be replaced. Refer to Table 3.2.
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Compatibility with Previous ABB Flame Detection Products
Technical Support
ABB provides full assistance in supporting the operation and repair of its products.
Support requests must be addressed to the ABB reference office and person as indicated
in the supply documentation. Technical support can be obtained via e-mail writing to
Spare Parts and Ordering Information
In case of need of spare parts ordering, the following informations are requested:
1. System description, part and code number, and quantity.
2. Model/version (all suffixes of the part number) and serial number.
3. Reference to the user manual and page number, where the failing device is described
(if applicable).
Information and Training
ABB is running formation courses dedicated to ABB product related to operation,
maintenance, and installation skills. Such training courses can be organized also at the
client site on request.
Further information can be requested to ABB references at ABB offices.
Technical Documentation
Additional copies of the present manual can be ordered to ABB sales offices.
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