35-3001-01-03 Methane Sample-Draw Detector Operator’s Manual Part Number: 71-0301RK Revision: P6 Released: 9/17/14 www.rkiinstruments.
WARNING Read and understand this instruction manual before operating detector. Improper use of the detector could result in bodily harm or death. Periodic calibration and maintenance of the detector is essential for proper operation and correct readings. Please calibrate and maintain this detector regularly! Frequency of calibration depends upon the type of use you have and the sensor types.
Product Warranty RKI Instruments, Inc. warrants gas alarm equipment sold by us to be free from defects in materials, workmanship, and performance for a period of one year from date of shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc. Any parts found defective within that period will be repaired or replaced, at our option, free of charge.
Table of Contents Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 External Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview This operator’s manual describes the 35-3001-01-03 methane sample-draw detector. This manual also describes how to install, start up, maintain, and calibrate the sample-draw detector when using it with a gas monitoring controller. A parts list at the end of this manual lists replacement parts and accessories for the sample-draw detector. Specifications Table 1 lists specifications for the methane sample-draw detector. See the controller Operator’s Manual for information specific to the controller.
Description This section describes the components of the methane sample-draw detector.
installation where general purpose equipment is in use. The housing door is hinged on the left side and is secured by two latches on the right side. The flowmeter and status LEDs are visible through a window in the housing door. Four mounting feet are attached to the back of the housing (one at each corner). Use the mounting feet to install the housing to a vertical surface. Sample Fittings The sample fittings are located on the left side of the bottom of the housing.
Detector/Amp Terminal Strip The detector/amp terminal strip is the upper twelve-point terminal strip in the bottom right corner of the main circuit board. Use the detector/amp terminal strip to connect the methane sensor to the main circuit board. NOTE: The methane sensor is factory-wired to the main circuit board. See the “Installation” section on page 6 for all wiring procedures related to the sample-draw detector.
door. The green Pilot LED is on when the sample-draw detector is receiving power from the controller. The red Fail LED is on when the sample flow rate is below the low flow level. Pressure Switch The pressure switch is mounted to the back of the flowmeter circuit board. The pressure switch monitors the flow rate of the incoming gas sample. If the flow rate falls below the preset low flow level, the pressure switch causes the Fail LED to turn on and interrupts the signal from the detector.
Installation This section describes procedures to mount the sample-draw detector in the monitoring environment and wire the sample-draw detector to a controller. Mounting the Methane Sample-Draw Detector 1. Select the mounting site. Consider the following when you select the mounting site: • Is there enough room to open the housing door and make wiring and tubing connections at the bottom of the housing? • Make sure there is sufficient room to perform start-up, maintenance, and calibration procedures.
2. Close and latch the housing door. NOTE: The sample-draw detector is shipped with the mounting feet “tucked under” the housing to protect the mounting feet during shipment. 3. Slightly loosen the screw that secures the mounting foot to the housing, then rotate the mounting foot 180 degrees (see Figure 3). 4. Tighten the screw that secures the mounting foot to the housing. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the remaining three mounting feet. 6.
ring, if it came out, in the orientation shown in Figure 4. 4. Screw the inlet fitting tube nut back onto the fitting body. See the next section for instructions to install a new piece of tubing into the fitting. Connecting the Sample Lines to the Sample-Draw Detector See Figure 4 for the fitting layout. Installing the Inlet Line with Particle Filter 1. Connect the particle filter to the tubing stub on the inlet by pushing the flexible tubing on the filter onto the stub.
Installing the Exhaust Line 1. Loosen the nut on the exhaust fitting until 3 threads are visible. 2. Push 1/4” O.D. rigid polypropylene or rigid Teflon sample tubing into the fitting until it stops. Flexible polyurethane tubing may be used with an appropriate insert. RKI Instruments, Inc. recommends using either 1/4” O.D. x 1/8” I.D. or 1/4” O.D. x 0.170” I.D. tubing based on your length requirements. See “Specifications” on page 1 for maximum tubing lengths based on tubing size.
8. Connect the wires to the applicable detector/transmitter terminal strip at the controller as shown in Figure 5. Refer to the controller operator’s manual and the controller detector head specification sheet for the 35-3001-01-03 for detector/terminal strip connections specific to the controller.
Start Up This section describes procedures to start up the sample-draw detector and place the sample-draw detector into normal operation. Introducing Incoming Power 1. Complete the installation procedures described earlier in this manual. 2. Verify that the wiring is correct and secure. Refer to the controller operator’s manual for connections at the controller. 3. Turn on or plug in the power to the controller, then turn on the controller. 4. Verify that the sample-draw detector’s Pilot LED is on.
Maintenance This section describes maintenance procedures. It includes preventive maintenance procedures. This section also includes procedures to troubleshoot the sample-draw detector, replace components of the sample-draw detector, and adjust the low flow setting. Preventive Maintenance This section describes a preventive maintenance schedule to ensure the optimum performance of the sample-draw detector. It includes daily, monthly, and biannual procedures. Daily Visual Checks 1.
5. Store the calibration kit in a safe place. Biannual Calibration Calibrate the sample-draw detector as described in “Calibration” on page 16. Troubleshooting The troubleshooting guide describes symptoms, probable causes, and recommended action for problems you may encounter with the sample-draw detector. NOTE: This troubleshooting guide describes sample-draw detector problems only. See the controller Operator’s Manual if the controller exhibits any problems.
Recommended action 1. Verify that the calibration cylinder contains an adequate supply of a fresh test sample. 2. If a demand flow regulator calibration kit is used, use a different demand flow regulator to determine if the original one is functioning properly. 3. If necessary, set the correct flow rate with the sensor flow control valve. 4. If you cannot set the correct flow rate, check the sample line for obstructions or kinks. 5.
3. Install the new particle filter onto the inlet fitting’s tubing stub. Be sure the arrow on the particle filter is pointing toward the inlet fitting. 4. Reinstall the tubing routed to the sampling area. Adjusting the Low Flow Setting NOTE: Adjusting the low flow setting will cause a low flow alarm at the sample-draw detector and a fail alarm at the controller. Be sure to put the controller into its calibration program or disable external alarms before performing this test.
Calibration This section describes how to calibrate the methane sample-draw detector. It includes procedures to prepare for calibration, set the zero reading, set the response reading, and return to normal operation. NOTE: This procedure describes calibration using a demand flow regulator. Preparing for Calibration 1. Follow the instructions in the controller’s operator’s manual for entering calibration mode.
Parts List Table 2 lists replacement parts and accessories for the methane sample-draw detector.
