Tyco Fire Protection Products ANSUL CHECKFIRE 210 User manual

One Stanton Street / Marinette, WI 54143-2542, USA / [phone] / www.ansul.com
Copyright © 2014 Tyco Fire Products LP. / All rights reserved. / Part No. 440392-01
CHECKFIRE 210
DETECTION AND
ACTUATION SYSTEM
PLANNING, INSTALLATION, PROGRAMMING, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

FOREWORD
2014-MAY-09 REV. 01
CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System
This manual is intended for use with the ANSUL®CHECKFIRE
210 Detection and Actuation System. This system is specif-
ically engineered for monitoring and release of vehicle/
equipment fire suppression systems. Planning, installation,
programming, operation, and maintenance of the system must
conform to the limitations detailed in this manual. Installation
and maintenance shall be performed by an individual holding
current ANSUL Certification from an ANSUL CHECKFIRE 210
Training Program with training to plan, install, recharge, and
maintain the CHECKFIRE 210 System(s). Individuals must also
hold current ANSUL Certification from an ANSUL A-101 or LVS
training program.
Those who plan, install, program, operate, reset, inspect,
or maintain these systems should read this entire manual.
Specific sections will be of particular interest depending upon
one’s responsibilities.
As with all electro-mechanical-pneumatic equipment, the
system needs periodic care to provide maximum assurance
that it will operate effectively and safely. Inspection frequency
shall be performed consistently, depending on operating and/
or environmental conditions. Maintenance shall be performed
semi-annually, or more frequently, depending on operating
and/or environmental conditions.
The application and use of the CHECKFIRE 210 System is
limited to the applications and uses described in this manual.
For other applications, contact your Authorized ANSUL
Distributor, Territory Manager, or Tyco Fire Protection Products
– Technical Services Department, Marinette, Wisconsin 54143-
2542, USA.
Note: The converted metric values in this manual are provided
for dimensional reference only and do not reflect an actual
measurement.
Part Number: 440392-01
Date: 2014-MAY-09
ANSUL, CHECKFIRE, and the product names listed in this material are marks
and/or registered marks. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

EXPLANATION OF SAFETY ALERTS
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DANGER
!
Indicates a hazardous situation in which a person will experi-
ence serious personal injury or death if the situation is not
avoided.
WARNING
!
Indicates a hazardous situation in which a person could expe-
rience serious personal injury or death if the situation is not
avoided.
CAUTION
!
Indicates a hazardous situation in which a person could experi-
ence minor or moderate personal injury if the situation is not
avoided.
CAUTION
Addresses practices not related to personal injury, such as a
system part malfunctioning, property damage, or system failure.
NOTICE
Addresses general practices or observations
related to system function that are not related
to personal injury.

REVISION RECORD
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2014-MAY-09 2-5 01
2014-MAY-09 2-12 01
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2014-MAY-09 5-8 01
2014-MAY-09 5-9 01
2014-MAY-09 5-17 01
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REVISION INDICATORS:
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TAbLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION PAGES
1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 1-1 – 1-4
System Description 1-1
2 COMPONENTS 2-1 – 2-14
CHECKFIRE 210 Display Module 2-1
CHECKFIRE 110/210 Mounting Bracket 2-1
Display Cable 2-2
Display Cable Bulkhead Connector 2-2
CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control Module 2-3
CHECKFIRE 210 ICM Battery Module 2-3
Electric Manual Actuator (EMA) 2-4
Electric Manual Actuator Bracket 2-4
Optional Pneumatic Manual Actuator 2-4
Spot Thermal Detector 2-5
Spot Thermal Detector Bracket 2-5
and Heat Shield
Linear Detector 2-5
Detection Circuit Cable 2-6
Detection Circuit Bulkhead Connector 2-6
Detection Circuit Tee 2-6
Detection Circuit EOL (End of Line) Device 2-6
Detection Circuit Branch Terminator 2-6
Release Circuit Cable 2-7
Release Circuit Tee 2-7
Release Circuit Drop Cable 2-7
Release and Power Circuits 2-7
Bulkhead Connector
Release Circuit Terminator 2-7
Electric-Pneumatic Actuator 2-8
Protracting Actuation Device (PAD) 2-8
Backup Power/Relay Circuit Cable 2-9
Auxiliary Power Cable 2-9
Power Circuit Cable 2-10
Fused Power Circuit Cable 2-10
Release and Power Circuits 2-10
Bulkhead Connector
Label Package 2-11
Discharge Pressure Switch Assembly 2-12
Detection Circuit Tester 2-13
Release Circuit Tester 2-13
Release Circuit Test Plug 2-13
SECTION PAGES
3 USER INTERFACE 3-1 – 3-8
User Interface 3-1
Field Connectivity 3-1
Display Module Front Panel Buttons 3-1
Display Module Front Panel Indicators 3-4
Internal Sounder 3-5
Display Module Mounting 3-5
Power 3-5
Interface Control Module 3-6
4 SYSTEM PLANNING 4-1 – 4-12
Hazard Identification Basic Planning 4-1
Specific Planning Information 4-2
Planning Checklist Template 4-11
5 INSTALLATION AND PROGRAMMING 5-1 – 5-38
Installation 5-1
CHECKFIRE 210 Display Module 5-1
Installation
Mounting Interface Control Module 5-4
Cable Connectivity/Installation 5-5
Linear Detector Installation 5-7
Spot Thermal Detector Installation 5-8
Electric Manual Actuator (EMA) Installation 5-9
Electric - Pneumatic Actuator Installation 5-11
Detection Circuit Cables 5-12
Display Cables 5-14
Release Circuit Cables 5-14
Relay Circuit Cables 5-15
Auxiliary Output Cables 5-16
Power Circuit Cables 5-16
Discharge Pressure Switch 5-17
Label Package 5-19
Final Component Connections 5-20
Programming 5-20
Table 5-1: Programming Summary 5-21
Table 5-2: Preparation –ICM Manual 5-22
Programming Mode
Table 5-3: Manual Programming Options 5-24
Table 5-4: Download Event History Log 5-30
Table 5-5: Personal Computer (PC) 5-32
Options
Event History Log - Programming 5-37
CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System

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SECTION PAGES
6 OPERATIONAL TEST AND PLACE 6-1 – 6-22
IN SERVICE
Table 6-1: Preparation – Operational Test 6-1
Table 6-2: Isolation Feature 6-4
Table 6-3: Operational Test 6-6
Table 6-4: Internal Power Only – 6-17
Operational Test
Table 6-5: Alarm Condition LED 6-18
Indicators
Table 6-6: Placing CHECKFIRE 210 6-19
System in Service
7 IN CASE OF FIRE 7-1 – 7-2
In Case of Fire 7-1
8 RECHARGE, INSPECTION, AND 8-1 – 8-8
MAINTENANCE
Recharge 8-1
Inspection and Maintenance 8-3
Daily Inspections 8-3
Maintenance 8-3
Five-Year PAD Replacement 8-6
Table 8-1: Event History Messages 8-7
9 TROUbLESHOOTING 9-1 – 9-12
Troubleshooting 9-1
Table 9-1: Power LED Indications 9-1
Table 9-2: Release LED Indications 9-3
Table 9-3: Detection LED Indications 9-4
Table 9-4: Insolate Mode 9-5
Table 9-5: Multiple Amber LED Indications 9-5
Table 9-6: No LED Indications 9-6
Table 9-7: Specific Circuit Testing 9-7
Procedures
10 APPENDIX 10-1 – 10-4
Component Index 10-1
Cable and Bulkhead Dimensions 10-2
Linear Detector Fluid Resistance Capability 10-3
Chemical Resistant Chart 10-4

SECTION 1 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The CHECKFIRE 210 Detection and Actuation System is typi-
cally used with an ANSUL A-101 or LVS Vehicle Fire Suppres-
sion System for 24-hour protection of equipment. The system
is designed for vehicles/equipment in extreme environmental
and physical conditions.
Industries Where Vehicles Use CHECKFIRE 210 Systems:
• Forestry • Public utilities
• Agriculture • Land fills
• Construction • Waste disposal
• Public transportation • Mining
The automatic detection and actuation system provides two
monitored input circuits and one monitored output circuit to
activate an ANSUL fire suppression system. On detecting a
fire condition, the system activates the release circuit resulting
in the discharge of an expellant gas cartridge initiating fire
suppression system operation. Optional pneumatic actuation is
available.
CHECKFIRE 210 System Features
• Supervised power, detection, release, and communication
circuits
• System may be powered by internal battery and/or external
power
• Two time delays programmable to 0, 5, 10 or 15 seconds
• “DELAY/Reset/Silence” button
• “PUSH To Activate / Alarm When Lit” electric manual activa-
tion button and LED
• Color-coded “Plug and Play” connections
• 85 dB internal sounder
• Dust and water tight (IP67 rated)
• Manual programming button
• Computer programmable via mini USB port
• Two analog detection circuits, detection circuit #2 may be
programmed for pressure switch feedback
• Detection circuits are programmable for independent detec-
tion and release, cross-zone detection and release or detec-
tion only
• Auxiliary Power output available when external power is
connected
• Two internal programmable SPDT Form “C” relays (5A @
30 VDC automotive)
• Isolate switch
• Downloadable 4000+ Event History Log
CHECKFIRE 210 System Specifications
SYSTEM POWER (24 HOUR OPERATION)
Supervised internal 3.6 VDC power source
Connection for 12/24 VDC external power source when
required
SYSTEM CURRENT DRAW*
Nominal 6 mA @ 10.2 VDC
• Maximum Alarm/Fault 80 mA @ 10.2 VDC
Nominal 6 mA @ 28.0 VDC
• Maximum Alarm/Fault 35 mA @ 28.0 VDC
*Does not include AUX OUTPUT load of up to 1.5 A
OPERATING TEMPERATURE LIMITS
– 40 °F to 185 °F (– 40 °C to 85 °C)
APPROVALS
FM Approved and CE Marked
CHECKFIRE 210 System Connectivity
The CHECKFIRE 210 Display Module (see Figure 1-1)
communicates with the CHECKFIRE 210 Interface Control
Module (ICM) through the Display Cable. The black color-
coded connector securely attaches to the ICM receptacle using
threaded circular connectors.
DISPLAY
CABLE
BLACK
CONNECTOR
FIGURE 1-1
CHECKFIRE 210 DISPLAY MODULE
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CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System

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CHECKFIRE 210 System Connectivity (Continued)
The CHECKFIRE 210 ICM provides receptacles for the follow-
ing circuits; refer to Figure 1-2.
DETECTION INITIATING / MANUAL ACTIVATION CIRCUITS
Two Red Color-coded detection receptacles:
Detection Circuit #1 receptacle connects to:
• Detection Circuit Cable(s)
• Electric Manual Actuator(s)
• Linear Detector(s)
• Spot Thermal Detector(s)
Detection Circuit #2 receptacle connects to:
• Detection Circuit Cable(s)
• Electric Manual Actuator(s)
• Linear Detector(s)
• Spot Thermal Detector(s)
• Discharge Pressure Switch (if programmed for pressure
switch feedback)
DISPLAY MODULE CIRCUIT
Black color-coded receptacle connects to:
• Display Cable(s)
RELEASE CIRCUIT
Blue color-coded receptacle connects to:
• Release Circuit Cable(s)
RELAY #1 AND #2 CIRCUIT (Optional)
Yellow color-coded receptacle connects to:
• Relay Circuit Cable(s)
AUXILIARY OUTPUT CIRCUIT (Optional)
Green color-coded receptacle (only available with external
power) connects to:
• Power Circuit Cable(s)
POWER CIRCUIT (12/24 VDC, External Power)
Green color-coded receptacle connects to:
• Power Circuit Cable(s)
FIGURE 1-2
CHECKFIRE 210 ICM RECEPTACLES
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CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System
POWER
RELAY #1 & #2
AUXILIARY
OUTPUT
RELEASE
DISPLAY
MODULE
DETECTION #2
DETECTION #1

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CHECKFIRE 210 System Connectivity (Continued)
TYPICAL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
The Display Module continually exhibits system status. Color-
coded receptacles on the Interface Control Module (ICM)
provide ease of CHECKFIRE 210 System installation. See
Figure 1-3.
Display Module Circuit: Permits connection between the
Display Module and the ICM.
Detection Circuit (#1 and #2): Permits multiple-detection
options using Detection Circuit Cable and Tees.
• Electric Manual Actuators (EMA)
• Linear Detectors
• Spot Thermal Detectors
• Pressure Switch (if Detection Circuit #2 is programmed for
pressure switch feedback)
Release Circuit: Connects up to a maximum of 10 Elec-
tric-Pneumatic Actuators installed on agent tank expellant gas
cartridges using Release Circuit Cable(s), Release Circuit
Tee(s) (needed for additional tanks), and Release Circuit Drop
Cable(s).
Power Circuit: Provides a direct connection to the external
power source using Power Circuit Cable(s) and a single Fused
Power Circuit Cable.
Auxiliary Output Circuit: Provides auxiliary power output to
additional notification devices (horns, strobes, etc.) when ICM
is using external power (connection by others).
Relay #1 and #2 Circuit: Provides connection for two inter-
nal Relays with SPDT Form “C” 6A @ 30 VDC Automotive
contacts; (connection by others).
CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System
FIGURE 1-3
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
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DISPLAY
CABLE
INTERFACE
CONTROL
MODULE
POWER CIRCUIT
CABLE FUSED POWER
CIRCUIT CABLE
RELAY CIRCUIT
CABLE
RELAY CABLE
– LEADS
EOL
DEVICE
EOL
DEVICE
AGENT
TANK
EXPELLANT
GAS
CARTRIDGE
ELECTRIC-
PNEUMATIC
ACTUATOR
LINEAR
DETECTOR
RELEASE CIRCUIT
DROP CABLE
CHECKFIRE 210 DISPLAY
MODULE AND BRACKET
ELECTRIC MANUAL
ACTUATOR
AND BRACKET
SPOT THERMAL
DETECTORS
(INSTALL WITH
HEAT SHIELD
AND BRACKET)
DETECTION
CIRCUIT CABLE
AND TEES
BRANCH
TERMINATOR
VISUAL
SEAL
RELEASE
CIRCUIT CABLE
AND TEES

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SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS
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CHECKFIRE 210 DISPLAY MODULE
Part No. 439560
Provides communication with the Interface Control Module
(ICM) and indicates system status See Figure 2-1.
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FIGURE 2-1
CHECKFIRE 210 DISPLAY MODULE
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CHECKFIRE 110/210 MOUNTING BRACKET
Part No. 439564
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MOUNTING BRACKET
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FIGURE 2-3
BRACKET BASE FRONT VIEW
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



mm)

(121 mm)

(44 mm)

mm)

mm)

(22 mm)







s













SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS
PAGE 2-2 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02
I/O BUS, CANbus, and DISPLAY CABLE
Part No. See table


2-4.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Display Cable Length
Part Number ft (m)
   
   
  
  
  
  
FIGURE 2-4
I/O BUS, CANBUS, AND DISPLAY CABLE

I/O BUS, CANbus, and DISPLAY CABLE BULKHEAD
CONNECTOR
Part No. 439449


 
 
 
 
FIGURE 2-5
I/O BUS, CANBUS, AND DISPLAY CABLE
BULKHEAD CONNECTOR

CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System

SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS
    
CHECKFIRE 210 INTERFACE CONTROL MODULE
Part No. 439561
-





-

 
 
 
 

 
 
 


FIGURE 2-6
INTERFACE CONTROL MODULE (ICM)
FRONT AND SIDE VIEWS

FIGURE 2-7
ICM BATTERY COMPARTMENT

CHECKFIRE 210 ICM BATTERY MODULE
Part No. 440352




Note: 
FIGURE 2-8
BATTERY MODULE

CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System
IA.











SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS
PAGE 2-4 REV. 0 2014-MAY-02
ELECTRIC MANUAL ACTUATOR (EMA)
Part No. 439400



 -

 
FIGURE 2-9
ELECTRIC MANUAL ACTUATOR (EMA)

ELECTRIC MANUAL ACTUATOR BRACKET
Part No. 440537


FIGURE 2-10
ELECTRIC MANUAL ACTUATOR BRACKET

OPTIONAL PNEUMATIC MANUAL ACTUATOR
Part No. See system manuals



Note: 




  
  
  
CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System
 mm)



SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS
    
SPOT THERMAL DETECTOR
Part No. See Temperature Selections Table

Figure 2-11.
 
 
 
shield
Temperature Selections
Rated Maximum Spot
Operating Continuous Thermal
Temperature Temperature Detector
°F (°C) °F (°C) Color Part No.
     
     
FIGURE 2-11
SPOT THERMAL DETECTORS

SPOT THERMAL DETECTOR BRACKET AND HEAT SHIELD
Part No. 440905

 
 

 
and detection circuit connectors.
FIGURE 2-12
DETECTOR BRACKET AND HEAT SHIELD

LINEAR DETECTOR
Part No. See table







 
 
heat-sensitive insulator
 
 
 

Linear Detector Length
Part Number ft (m)
  
  
  
  
  
  
FIGURE 2-13
LINEAR DETECTOR

CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System




SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS
        
DETECTION CIRCUIT CABLE
Part No. See table

-
nents. See Figure 2-14.




 
 
 
 
 
 
Detection Circuit Cable Length
Part Number ft (m)
   
   
  
  
  
  
FIGURE 2-14
DETECTION CIRCUIT CABLE

DETECTION CIRCUIT BULKHEAD CONNECTOR
Part No. 439404


 
 
 
 
FIGURE 2-15
DETECTION CIRCUIT BULKHEAD CONNECTOR

DETECTION CIRCUIT TEE
Part No. 439394



 
 
FIGURE 2-16
DETECTION CIRCUIT TEE

DETECTION CIRCUIT EOL (End-of-Line) DEVICE
Part No. 439396


 
 
FIGURE 2-17
DETECTION CIRCUIT EOL

DETECTION CIRCUIT BRANCH TERMINATOR
Part No. 439398


FIGURE 2-18
DETECTION BRANCH TERMINATOR

CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System

SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS
    
RELEASE CIRCUIT CABLE
Part No. See table



 
 
 
 
 
 
Release Circuit Cable Length
Part Number ft (m)
   
   
  
  
  
  
FIGURE 2-19
RELEASE CIRCUIT CABLE

RELEASE CIRCUIT TEE
Part No. 439434


 
 
FIGURE 2-20
RELEASE CIRCUIT TEE

RELEASE CIRCUIT DROP CABLE
Part No. See table
-
tric-Pneumatic Actuator. See Figure 2-21.
 
 
 
 
 
Release Circuit Drop Cable Length
Part Number ft (m)
  
  
FIGURE 2-21
RELEASE CIRCUIT DROP CABLE

RELEASE AND POWER CIRCUITS BULKHEAD
CONNECTOR
Part No. 439405


 
 
 
FIGURE 2-22
RELEASE CIRCUIT BULKHEAD CONNECTOR

RELEASE CIRCUIT TERMINATOR
Part No. 439436


FIGURE 2-23
RELEASE CIRCUIT TERMINATOR

CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System

SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS
        
ELECTRIC-PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR
Part No. 439569-



-
-



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



 

 

FIGURE 2-24
ELECTRIC-PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR

PROTRACTING ACTUATION DEVICE (PAD)
Part No. 439448


CAUTION
!
        

         
actuating end. Physical injury may occur from contact with the

 


 

FIGURE 2-25
PAD

FIGURE 2-26
PAD FIELD INSTALLED IN RELEASE CIRCUIT
DROP CABLE

FIGURE 2-27
ELECTRICAL ACTUATION FOR
ELECTRIC-PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR

CHECKFIRE 210
Detection and Actuation System
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