VESDA by Xtralis
VESDA VFT-15 Product Guide
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Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection
We strongly recommend that this document is read in conjunction with the appropriate local codes and standards
for smoke detection and electrical connections. This document contains generic product information and some
sections may not comply with all local codes and standards. In these cases, the local codes and standards must
take precedence. The information below was correct at time of printing but may now be out of date, check with your
local codes, standards and listings for the current restrictions.
FDA
This VESDA product incorporates a 658 nm laser device with an average power less than 10 mW, and is classified
as a Class 1 laser product that complies with FDA regulations 21 CFR 1040 with deviations pursuant to Laser
Notice 50, and with IEC / EN 60825-1. Access to the laser chamber is on the underside of equipment and is
restricted by cover. The cover may only be removed by qualified personnel. The laser emits visible light and can be
hazardous if viewed with the naked eye.
CAUTION - Use of controls or adjustments of performance or procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
ATTENTION - L'utilisation de commandes, réglages de performances ou procédures autres que celles
mentionnées dans ce manuel peut conduire à une exposition dangereuse aux radiations.
Regional Regulatory Requirements and Notices
UL
For open area applications at maximum dilution, when using obscuration/foot, the Fire 1 threshold must be set
within 0.04 to 0.70 % obs /ft.
ULC
Refer to Appendix F for information on ULC wiring requirements.
EN54-20
The product must use a power supply conforming to EN54-4.
The product is compliant with EN54-20 requirements provided the following conditions are met:
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For a Class A detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 0.1% obscuration/m and transport time less than
30 seconds
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For a Class B detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 0.1% obscuration/m and transport time less than
30 seconds
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For a Class C detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 1% obscuration/m and transport time less than
30 seconds
The product is compliant with EN54-20 flow monitoring requirements provided that the TRCPRESS parameter is set
to 25.
Additional Information
Class A, B and C detectors passed EN54-20 approvals testing with the following number of holes and detector
sensitivities:
VFT-15
VFT-15-C*
Class A
15 holes, 0.1% obs/m (0.03% obs/ft)
N/A
Class B
15 holes, 0.1% obs/m (0.03% obs/ft)
N/A
Class C
15 holes, 1.0% obs/m (0.305% obs/ft)
15 holes, 1.0% obs/m (0.305% obs/ft)
* The VFT-15-C is not available in all regions. Please consult your nearest Xtralis office before placing an order.
Approvals
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UL
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ULC
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FM
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CCC
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CE
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VdS
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NF
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EN 54-20
