ProTechTPS Total Protection System
Manual 26710V1
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Woodward
Restrictions
The user must complete a full functional check of the ProTechTPS after initial
installation, and after any modification of the programming or configuration of the
device. This functional check should include as much of the safety system as
possible, such as sensors, transmitters, actuators and trip blocks. The
ProTechTPS has programming capability to facilitate the automatic checkout and
periodic maintenance of the safety system. For help on programming, see the
chapters on functionality, configuration and the example applications.
The ProTechTPS must be used within the published specification in this manual.
Competence of Personnel
All persons involved in the initial design or modification of the programmable
software, installation and maintenance must have appropriate training. Training
and guidance materials include this manual, the ProTechTPS service tool, and
training programs available at Woodward. See Chapter 8 (Service Options) for
more information.
Operation and Maintenance Practice
A periodic proof (functional) test of the ProTechTPS is required to verify that no
dangerous faults not detected by internal run-time diagnostics remain undetected.
More information is in the “Proof Test” section of this chapter. The frequency of the
proof test is determined by the overall safety system design, of which the
ProTechTPS is part of the safety system. The safety numbers are given in the
following sections to help the system integrator determine the appropriate test
interval. This will require password access to the front panel menus.
Installation and Site Acceptance Testing
Installation and use of the ProTechTPS must conform to the guidelines and
restrictions included in this manual. No other information is needed for
installation, programming, and maintenance. This will require password access to
the front panel menus.
Functional Testing after Initial Installation
A functional test of the ProTechTPS is required prior to use as a safety system.
This should be done as part of the overall safety system installation check and
should include all I/O interfaces to and from the ProTechTPS that are part of the
safety system. For guidance on the functional test, see the proof test procedure
below. This will require password access to the front panel menus.
Functional Testing after Changes
A functional test of the ProTechTPS is required after making any changes that
affect the safety system. Although there are functions in the ProTechTPS that are
not directly safety related, it is recommended that a functional test is performed
after any change. This will require password access to the front panel menus.