"> Schaller Automation Visatron VN215+
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Visatron VN215+

The Visatron VN215+ is an optical oil‑mist detector that continuously samples engine room air and signals when oil mist concentrations exceed SOLAS limits, featuring a dedicated reference cell for reliable alarm thresholds. The supplied category identifies the equipment as Oil Mist Detector, and it is normally installed in the protected space, on the person, or at a fixed sensor point with signals returned to the relevant alarm or monitoring system. In that listed role, its primary purpose is to detect hazardous gas, oxygen condition, fire indication or another safety-related condition identified by the listed category. Fixed, portable, optical, heat, gas and oil-mist sensors use different principles, so calibration and functional testing must match the actual detector type. The model designation identifies the listed configuration, but no additional performance, approval or construction detail is inferred from the model code beyond the information supplied in the source record. The source metadata also states capacity: Per engine, up to 20 crankcases. For exact ratings, dimensions, settings, capacities, materials and variant-specific limits, refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure.

Per engine, up to 20 crankcases
Capacity
Oil Mist Detection
Medium

Components & Design

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Technical Data

type Optical Oil Mist Detector

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Common failures & inspection points

Sensor ageing, poisoning, contamination or dirt causes drift, slow response, false alarms or failed tests
Power, battery, wiring or communication faults cause device-failure alarms or loss of indication
Water ingress, corrosion or impact damage causes intermittent operation or failed controls
Blocked sampling paths or obstructed detector exposure delays response or prevents correct detection
Incorrect calibration, configuration or detector type causes misleading readings or nuisance alarms

Service & Maintenance

Inspect sensors, sample paths or detector openings, wiring, power, mounting and alarm interfaces. Perform bump tests, functional tests or calibration using the approved method for the device type. Review alarm history and confirm remote indications or shutdown interfaces. Refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure for calibration and alarm criteria.

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Replacement Parts

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Equipment Model #1253 · ✓ still in production