Xtralis VESDA VLC-500-EX, Product Manual

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VESDA by Xtralis VESDA VLC-EX 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, nothing can take precedence over the
correct measures to prevent an explosion (ATEX / IECEx - EN 60079): This is mandatory. 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was correct at time of printing but may now be out of date, check with your local codes, standards and listings for the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.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures; re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna, increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver, connect the equipment to a power outlet which is on a different power circuit to the
receiver or consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
FDA
This Xtralis product incorporates a laser device and is classified as a Class 1 laser product that complies with FDA
regulations 21 CFR 1040.10. The laser is housed in a sealed detector chamber and contains no serviceable parts.
The laser emits invisible light and can be hazardous if viewed with the naked eye. Under no circumstances should
the detector chamber be opened.
Explosion Protection Information
Since the VLC-EX is designed to be applied in an environment where there is potentially a hazardous atmosphere,
it is important that all users are aware of and follow the guidance given in the appropriate standards, including in:
EN 60079-14:2008, “Explosive atmospheres. Electrical installations design, selection and erection”, EN 60079-
17:2007, “Explosive atmospheres. Electrical installations inspection and maintenance” and EN 60079-19: 2011,
“Explosive atmospheres. Equipment repair, overhaul and reclamation” and that they also adhere to the specific
rules and regulations for the site where the product is deployed.
TheVESDA VLC-EX is certified to :-
ATEX -
II 3G
EN 60079-0:2009 and EN 60079-15:2010
Ex ic nA nC II B T5 Gc IP54
-10°C ≤ Ta ≤ +55°C
Certificate No.: ITS 14 ATEX 48089X
QAN: ITS 11 ATEX Q7454
IECEx -
II 3G
IEC 60079-15 Ed4.0
Ex ic nA nC
II
B T5 Gc IP54
-10°C ≤ Ta ≤ +55°C
Certificate No.: IECEx ITS 14.0050X
QAR: GB/ITS/QAR11.0016/00
The VLC-EX is intended for hazardous area where there is little or no dust i.e. one with no process or activity that
could lead to excessive or unfavourable dust passing thought the detector in sufficient quantity to generate
excessive electrostatic charge in the aspirator. In all installations it is recommended that an inline filter (part number
VSP-850-M) is fitting in the pipework upstream of the detector.