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VESDA by Xtralis VESDA Commissioning Guide
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2 The Commissioning Process
The commissioning process is a step by step process designed to systematically check and validate all the
operational aspects of the VESDA system. The process benchmarks the performance levels tailored for each
site and generates necessary documentation for the effective management and maintenance of the system.
The steps required in a typical commissioning are listed below.
Table 2-1: Commissioning process steps
Commissioning Step Action
1. Pre-Commissioning (Before going to the customer
site) Gather site information
Obtain a copy of:
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Pipe network design records
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Pipe network installation form
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Site plans and pipe layout plans
Start to fill in:
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Commissioning forms
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Any regulatory forms required
2. Pre-Commissioning (Once you are on site)
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Check cables
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Power up system
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Preliminary system check
3. Configuration & Thresholds
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Configure the system
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Set thresholds
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Record in commissioning form:
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Settings
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Pipe network specifications (or attach a
copy of the ASPIRE2 Installation Data
Pack)
4. Test the System
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Sampling pipe network integrity
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Relay function
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Detectors
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Ancillary Devices
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Record results
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Performance tests
5. Hand Over
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Complete commissioning forms and
attachments
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Forward copies along with attachments to all
relevant persons