Global Fire Equipment GFE-SWR Series User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
GFE-SWR-UV Ultraviolet flame detector (UV-185/5CZ)
GFE-SWR-UVIR Ultraviolet/Infrared flame detector (UV/IR-210/1CZ)
GFE-SWR-IR3 Triple Infrared flame detector (IR3-109/1CZ)

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Contents
1. Safety instructions............................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Data Sheet .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Function of the detector....................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Settings........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
4. Installation: Mounting and orientation .................................................................................................................................................................. 7
4.1 General planning guidelines......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.2 Performance-requirement A, B and C........................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.3 Cone of vision.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
4.5 Shadow effect .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
4.6 Voting......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
4.7 Mounting below a ceiling............................................................................................................................................................................ 10
4.8 Weather protection..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
5. Mounting ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
6. Installation: Electrical......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
6.1 Wiring: Fire Control Panel .......................................................................................................................................................................... 12
6.2 Wiring: PLC................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
6.3 Installing the manual self-test..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
7. Commissioning and testing................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
7.1 Commissioning........................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
7.2 Testing....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
7.3 Failure analysis.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
8. Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
9. Warranty............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
10. Appendices...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
10.1 Appendix A: EU-Declaration of Conformity - CPR 305/2011/EU............................................................................................................... 17
10.2 Appendix B: EU-Declaration of Performance - CPR 305/2011/EU............................................................................................................ 18
10.3 Appendix C: EU-Declaration of Conformity - ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU................................................................................................. 19
10.4 Appendix D: IECEx-Declaration of Conformity - Hazardous Areas............................................................................................................ 20
10.5 Appendix E: North American approvals –cFMus class 3611 & FM class 3260......................................................................................... 21

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Check the website www.sense-ware.com or www.globalfire.pt for the latest information and latest version of this manual as well as the
applicable Declaration(s) of Conformity.
Due to the policy of continued product development SENSE-WARE Fire and Gas Detection BV reserves the right to alter or amend information
in their publications without prior notice and no responsibility can be accepted for errors or omissions.
1. Safety instructions
Please read this manual carefully and study the cautions, before you start installing or using this equipment. Here with you ensure a safe and
proper use of this equipment. These safety instructions provide important information and must be consulted.
1.
Leave the commissioning and maintenance of this equipment to an authorized and qualified electro mechanic.
2.
Consult for the electrical installation of this equipment the local and international rules which apply for the country in which the
equipment will be used.
3.
Install the flame detectors according to the instructions of this manual.
4.
Never touch the electric components and printed circuit boards of this equipment. Keep the electrical parts screened during
installation, to avoid the risk of an electrical shock.
5.
During installation, do not touch the sensors with your bare hands. In case it nevertheless happened, clean the sensors with help of a
microfibre cloth.
6.
Grounding of the flame detector is not necessary. Install the flame detector and the swivel mount properly to avoid electrical shocks
and electrical interference.
7.
Do not drill holes in the flame detector housing; holes in the housing damage the ingress protection of the equipment.
8.
Use for the cabling of this equipment the pre-mounted cable gland.
9.
Connect the equipment according to the safety instructions. Improper use can cause irreversible damage.
10.
Make sure that the cover is fully and correctly mounted on the housing before you power up the equipment.
11.
Make sure that all cautions are taken before you open the cover. Switch the power off before you open the cover in a hazardous area.
12.
Never open the equipment in a situation where hazardous gas or dust is present.
13.
When cleaning the swivel mount GFE-SWR-BKT(SM21), exclusively use a damp microfibre cloth to avoid the mount from getting static.
14.
Make sure that the users of the installation are well-instructed and know which actions should be taken in case of an alarm.
15.
In case of doubt consult the supplier of this product.
16.
We do not take responsibility for the proper working of this equipment, if it is not commissioned or used according to the instructions
in this manual.

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2. Data Sheet
The GFE-SWR flame detectors utilize a microprocessor for sophisticated electronic signal analysis. The sensors must exceed their alarm
threshold to initiate a fire alarm. The UV/IR and IR flame detector use as additional alarm criterion: the analysis of the flame flicker-frequency.
The UV/IR and IR3 flame detectors have a good false alarms rejection. The UV is insensitive to practically all false alarm sources, except for arc
welding.
Common applications in which the three GFE-SWR series flame detector models can be used can be found in the table below.
Contact us if your application is not mentioned in this list.
Application
UV
UV/IR
IR3
Aircraft hangars


Atriums


Bio gas setups and stables


Car, bus, tram and train parkings


Chemical storages, fuel and solvent storage, indoors



Chemical storages, fuels, paint and solvent storage outdoors


Cold Storages

Electric power transformers


Diesel Engine Rooms


Gas Engine Rooms



Fuel service stations and plug-in hybrid charging stations


Fume hoods


Heating Rooms for chemicals


Hydrocarbons storage and processing indoors



Hydrogen storage and processing indoors


Hydrogen storage and processing outdoors

Isolators for antennas

Laboratories



Monitoring of machinery



Oil and Gas pipe line and pumping stations


Paint spray booths


Radio amplifier rooms

Recycling and waste processing plants


Modest suitabity: good suitability: 
Features
Monitors higher hydrocarbons flames (wood, paper, petrol) but also lower hydrocarbons such as methanol and methane.
The UV and UV/IR flame detectors detect hydrogen flames.
Good resistance against the influences of:
- direct and reflected sun light.
- artificial light, such as fluorescent tubes and glass covered halogen lamps.
- arcs and electric discharges (static or from e.g. electric motors).
- the radiation from arc welding, provided that the distance to the arc welding is >3m (UV/IR) or >3m (IR3) from the detector.
IR3 flame detector is suitable for smoky fires.
Automatic Sensor Test (Built-in Self-Test) which monitors the sensors and the electronics of the flame detector for its proper operation.
DIL-switches to set latching/non-latching alarm relay output.

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Benefits
Rugged sensors make the detector suitable for virtually all fire types.
Sophisticated software enhances the reliability and availability of the detector.
Design of the housing and the swivel mount avoid mounting errors with regard to grounding.
Automatic Sensor Test (Built-in Self-Test) enhances the reliability and availability of the flame detector.
A Pressure Compensating Element avoids additional cost of maintenance caused by moisture build up and increases life time.
Nonincendive (non-sparking) design enhances the reliability and availability, with a reasonable add on price.
Warranty: whichever comes first: 36 months after installation or 42 months after supply.
Specifications
Power
12-24 Vdc (10-28 Vdc)
Current normal
25 mA at 24 Vdc
Current in alarm, at 24 Vdc
+/- 75 mA at 24 Vdc
Startup time
< 10 sec
Alarm output setting
Selectable LEDs and relays latching/non latching, factory setting: latching
Connection to
- Fire control panels by means of end of line (EOL) and alarm resistor (current increase)
- Devices that can take relay outputs
- PLC’s with a 0-20 mA input
End of line and alarm resistor
To be adjusted to the fire control panel, free terminals dedicated to the resistors are available.
Remark: the alarm- and EOL resistor must be rated 2 W minimum each and the total power
dissipation of both alarm - and EOL resistor should not exceed 2 W.
Relay outputs:
-alarm relay
-fault relay
De-energized during normal operation, no alarm, SPDT, 30 Vdc –2 A, 60 W max.
Energized during normal operation, no fault, SPDT, 30 Vdc –2 A, 60 W max.
Current output
Standard available 0-20 mA (stepped, sinking, non-isolated)
Alarm response time
< 8 sec. See appendices.
Cone of vision
900minimum
Housing
Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP), Lid screw tightening torque 2 nm minimum.
Ingress protection
IP65
Temperature, operating
-40 0C to +70 0C (-40 0F to +158 0F)
Temperature, ambient
ATEX, IECEx and FM class 3611: -25 0C to +70 0C (-13 0F to +158 0F), see appendixes
Automatic and manual Self-Test
Automatic Sensor Test (Built in Self-Test) and manual self-test
Detection Range
GFE-SWR-UV & GFE-SWR-UVIR: 17 m (n-heptane; 33x33 cm); 25m (alcohol; 50x50 cm)
GFE-SWR-IR3: 35 m (n-heptane; 33x33 cm); 35 m (alcohol; 50x50 cm)
Dimensions
125 x 80 x 57 mm (4.9 x 3.15 x 2.25 inch)
Weight
465 gram (1.05 lbs.)
Cable gland
M20 (cable conduit diameter 5.5-13 mm, two steps 5.5-8 mm and 8-13 mm)
Pressure compensating Element
PCE (Pressure Compensating Element) avoids moisture build up in the detector housing,
caused by pressure differences as a consequence of temperature fluctuations.
Terminals
Suitable for solid cores 0.5 to 1.5 mm2(24 to 16 AWG), tightening torque 0.4 nm minimum.
EN54-10 Certificate, Performance
UV-185/5CZ and UV/IR-210/1CZ: Class 2. IR3-109/1CZ: Class 1
ATEX, IECEx Cert. Hazardous Area
II 3G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc, II 3D Ex tc IIIC T 710C Dc, IP65
FM3260 approval, Performance
(see appendix)
FM3611 approval, Hazardous Area
Nonincendive (non-Sparking), (see appendix)
Optional Swivel Mount SM21 material
PA66, UV resistant; 316 Stainless Steel fixings
Optional Swivel Mount SM21 weight
280 gram (0.62 lbs.)
Ordering information
Catalog Code
Description
GFE-SWR-UV
UV flame detector, EN54-10 certificate, suitable for ATEX zone 2/22, FM3260 and FM3611 approval
GFE-SWR-UVIR
UV/IR flame detector, EN54-10 certificate, suitable for ATEX zone 2/22, FM3260 and FM3611 approval
GFE-SWR-IR3
IR3 flame detector, EN54-10 certificate, suitable for ATEX zone 2/22, FM3260 and FM3611 approval
GFE-SWR-BKT
Swivel Mount with angle markings
GFE-SWR-LMP
Test lamp for GFE-SWR series flame detectors, including univ. charger &carrying case, non EX
GFE-SWR-LMPIS
Test lamp for GFE-SWR series flame detectors, including carrying case, intrinsically safe (pending)

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3. Function of the detector
The LEDs on the display
The GFE-SWR flame detector has 3 LEDs on the display. These have the following meaning:
Continuous green: normal operation
Continuous yellow: fault
Blinking yellow: fault warning and guide to repeat self-test after a self-test or test failure
Continuous red: alarm
Normal operation
During normal operation only the green (“powered”) LED is turned on.
Fire alarm
In case of an alarm the green normal operation LED turns off and the red alarm LED turns on. If the standard setting is active the alarm LED is
latched. The latching condition can be reset by powering off the flame detector (approx. 1 sec.). After this the flame detector should be powered
up again.
Fault
In case of a fault, next to the normal operation LED also the fault LED is turned on. The fault LED doesn’t latch. As soon as the fault disappears,
the fault LED turns off. In case of a noncritical fault of the flame detector, such as a malfunctioning test source, in case of an alarm situation the
yellow fault LED turns off and the red alarm LED turns on. In case the yellow LED is blinking a repeated self-test is activated, after a self-test
failure. If the detector does not pass the repeated self-test, the yellow LED will be on continuously.
Relay outputs
The flame detector has 2 relay outputs:
a. alarm relay (SPDT)
b. fault relay (SPDT)
Ad a. alarm relay
The alarm relay is normally de-energized. During an alarm it is energized. The alarm is selectable latching/non-latching with DIL switch 3. The
factory setting of the alarm is latching. The latching condition can be reset by powering off (approx. 1 sec.) the flame detector. After the reset the
flame detector must be powered up again.
Ad b. fault relay
The fault relay is energized when powered up and will be de-energized in case of a fault. The fault relay is non-latching.
0-20 mA analog output (stepped, sinking, non-isolated)
The 0-20 mA output has the following possible values:
0 mA power fault / microprocessor fault
2 mA optical fault
4 mA normal operation
20 mA alarm
In case of a fault, for example because of a defect test source (2 mA) and the flame detector detects a fire, then the current will be switched to
20 mA.
Automatic self-test
During the start-up of the flame detector the 3 LEDs will turn on sequentially and the initial self-test is executed. Within 10 seconds the green,
yellow and the red LED will turn off and the green LED turns on continuously. After the initial self-test, periodically an optical self-test is executed
to monitor the electronics and the sensor(s). During the automatic self-test which takes a few seconds, the outputs of the flame detector are
temporary idled. If the sensor(s) fail(s) during the self-test, then the test is repeated several times. If after the repeated self-tests the fault
condition remains, the yellow fault LED will turn on steady and the fault relay will de-energize.
Manual self-test
The flame detector can test the sensor(s) and also the signal processing with help of the manual self-test. During a successful manual self-test
the alarm relay is energized and the red alarm LED turns on. If the detector is in latched condition, the alarm maintains until the detector is
powered off. For the manual self-test a switch can be mounted in the alarm panel or PLC. During commissioning this option can be used by
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Remarks:
1. Caution: during a manual optical self-test, the alarm relay is energized, when the test is successful. Make sure that before you start a
manual self-test the outputs of the control panel or PLC are disconnected. Reconnect the outputs after you have finalized the self-test.
2. Wiring the manual self-test is explained in the section electrical installation.
3. The manual self-test can be used during commissioning to test the detector without the necessity to use a flame detector test lamp.
4. The manual self-test is not a replacement for the functional test with help of a test lamp. After the commissioning is completed, the
flame detectors must be functionally tested by means of a test lamp.
3.1 Settings
The flame detector has DIL switches for setting the latching or unlatching mode of the flame detector.
Remarks:
1. DIL switches 1, 2 and 4 are not in use.
2. The white rockers of the DIL switches are shown in black in the figures.
In the next two tables you will find the DIL switch settings for sensitivity and for
latching/unlatching settings:
Latching/
Non latching
Latching
(factory setting)
Non latching
DIL 3 on
DIL3 off
Remarks:
The factory setting for latching/unlatching is in the “latching”position. The detector must be reset by powering off the flame detector during at
least 1 second. This setting is standard for fire control panels in conformity with the European standard EN54. In several industrial applications
the unlatching mode can be practical, because the alarm is taken over by the control panel. In that case there is no need to reset the detector by
powering it off.
4. Installation: Mounting and orientation
In this chapter a number of general planning guidelines are given for the flame detector system design. Several of these guidelines are
discussed in more detail in the next sections.
DIL switches

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4.1 General planning guidelines
1. A flame detector is a detector which is suitable for fast detection of open fires. These are typically fluid and gas fires but can also be
solids such as paper or wood.
2. Flame detectors are “line of sight”detectors. The flame detectors should all have an un-obscured view to monitor the fire risks.
3. Define a performance requirement before starting flame detector system design. For example: the fire must be in the central axis of
the flame detector to detect an n-heptane fire of 33 x 33 cm at a distance 15 m within 30 seconds.
4. Identify the fire risks and make sure that a sufficient amount of detectors is installed to monitor all fire risks.
5. Classify, if applicable, the fire risk into the performance requirement classes A, B and C. On the website www.sense-ware.com this
classification is explained. See also section 4.2.
6. Plan the flame detectors (in quantity and in location), taking the cone of vision of 90oand the range of the detector into consideration.
7. The flame detector must be mounted of a rigid low vibration surface.
8. In indoor applications the flame detector must be placed at approx. 1.5 m below the ceiling to avoid obscuration by smoke.
9. Extremely tight fog or heavy rains or snow can negatively influence the performance of the flame detector.
10. Make sure that the flame detectors do not monitor potential false alarm sources, which are related to the production process. (for
example a flare). Screen, if necessary, the flame detector with help of a plate of 30 x 30 cm.
11. For weather protection of the flame detector (against rain and snow), a plate of 30 x 30 cm can be placed on top of the flame
detector if necessary, without negatively influencing the field of view of the flame detector.
12. In outdoor applications and in indoor application (with the exception of ceiling mounting), always mount the flame detectors in such a
way that are aligned to the bottom with an angle of 45o.
13. Two detector dependency is unnecessary for a multi criteria flame detector because more than one criteria must be met before a
flame detector creates an alarm output. This is not applicable for UV flame detectors. If, nevertheless, two detector dependency or 2
group dependency is required, make use of the “voting-system”. See section 4.6.
4.2 Performance-requirement A, B and C
Risk class
Risk
Probability and effect
Fire size
A
High
Relatively high probability. Relatively high effect
e.g. 30 x 30 cm n-Heptane *)
B
Medium
Medium probability. Medium effect
e.g. 50 x 50 cm n-Heptane *)
C
Low
Relatively low probability, relatively low effect
e.g. 100 x 100 cm n-Heptane *)
*) Remark: the fuel depends on the application. If a gas fire with non-hydro carbon is expected, it is more useful to define a fire size with a
hydrogen plume. For a fire with a light hydrocarbon, a methanol pan fire.
4.3 Cone of vision
Consider that the flame detector has a cone of vision of at least 900.
20 %
100 %
40 %
60 %
80 %
0o
10o
20o
30o
40o
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4.4 Orientation
By mounting the flame detector with an angle of 450heading to the bottom, you make full use of the cone of vision of the flame detector.
If, seeing from the top, the flame detector also is directed diagonally, a volume is monitored.
4.5 Shadow effect
As rule of thumb you can take that the mounting
height (hd) of the flame detector should be twice
the height (ho) of the highest object in the
monitored zone.
To avoid the shadow effect (in zones which are relevant but which cannot
fully be monitored by one flame detector), it is recommendable to place a
second flame detector in the opposite corner.
45o
45o
45o
Top view

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4.6 Voting
The flame detector will not give an alarm until several alarm criteria are met at the
same time. The probability of a false alarm is therefore very low. The flame
detector is for this reason suitable for an extinguishing action based on the signal
of one flame detector.
Nevertheless “voting” may be demanded in a functional specification. In that case
the “voting-system” may be applied. I.e., the flame detectors may be mounted in
the configuration as shown on the right side of this page. Use voting of 2 out of 4
flame detectors should give an alarm before the (extinguishing) output is given.
This is the correct approach for voting. Note that the fire control panel or PLC must
be suitable for the two detector dependency voting system.
Remarks
Caution: A flame detector is a line of sight detector. Voting with just two flame
detectors in not suitable. The redundant flame detector in the opposite corner
cannot be used for a 2 detector dependent output, because the shadow effect
obscures the free view of the 2nd flame detector. The second flame detector will
give an alarm in a later stage or not at all.
4.7 Mounting below a ceiling
Smoke absorbs the radiation of flames. This decreases the sensitivity of the flame detector.
UV/IR or UV flame detector: Clearance below the ceiling. C = 1.5 m (60 inch).
IR3 flame detector: Clearance below the ceiling. C = 0.5 m (20 inch).
4.8 Weather protection
In dirty or wet applications, it is recommendable to place a hood on top of the flame detector. A stainless steel metal plate of approximately 30
x 30 cm (1 sqft) can be mounted directly on top of the flame detector, without inhibiting the cone of vision of the flame detector. A similar plate
can be used to protect against potential false alarm sources of friendly fires, such as flares.
5. Mounting
For the mounting of the flame detector there are 2 options:
a. Mounting with optional swivel mount GFE-SWR-BKT(SM21), (see the separate manual).
b. Mounting on a ceiling (for example in a fume hood of a laboratory or in an engine room of a
vessel).
For option b. you need the hole pattern, shown on the right side of this page (shown in mm).
Monitored object
45o
C