Sierra Monitor Corporation Sentry 5000, 5100-02, 5100-03, 5100-04, 5100-05, 5100-06, 5100-07, 5100-12, 5100-13, 5100-10, 5100-16, 5100-19, 5100-21, 5100-22, 5100-27, 5100-25 User manual
Below you will find brief information for Sentry 5000, 5100-02, 5100-03, 5100-04, 5100-05, 5100-25. This manual covers the service and maintenance of various gas sensor modules for the Sentry 5000 gas monitoring system. It details troubleshooting, adjustment procedures, and sensor replacement instructions for combustible gas, oxygen, carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, toxic gas, and ammonia modules. Learn how to calibrate sensors, address error messages, and ensure accurate readings.
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MODEL 5000
S E N T R Y
GAS MONITORING SYSTEM
Version 6
Sensors Service
APPLICABILITY & EFFECTIVITY
Effective for all Sentry systems manufactured after September 1, 1995.
Instruction Manual Part Number T12001-A1
Sierra Monitor Corporation
1991 Tarob Court, Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 262-6611
Applicability & Effectivity
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7.5 COMBUSTIBLE GAS SENSOR MODULE
(5100-02)
7.5.1 DESCRIPTION
The Combustible Gas Module includes the sensor and electronic assembly installed in an explosion proof housing. The sensor screws into one hub of the enclosure and plugs into the bottom electronics card via a six pin connector. Cabling to the controller connects to a three pin spring loaded terminal strip.
7.5.2 TROUBLE ANALYSIS
Electrical adjustment, or replacement of the sensor will be necessary under the following conditions:
• Controller displays the following error messages:
CHK BRIDGE VOLT
SENSOR FAILURE
LOW SENSITIVITY
• False readings or alarms are received due to sensor inaccuracy.
Warning: : During sensor adjustments the concentration reading on the controller will be inaccurate and alarm level concentrations may be displayed. If false activation of the alarm relays will cause a problem disconnect the relay wiring prior to adjustment or turn the module off using the
CHANGE MODULE mode.
NOTE
Although all the necessary data can be collected with a voltmeter at the sensor module, some helpful information can be displayed or printed. See diagnostic codes 0004 and 0008 in Appendix C.
7.5.3 ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
Prior to reading voltages and making adjustments perform a visual inspection to confirm that there are no physical problems such as water in the electronics enclosure, wiring damage or corrosion.
Use Figure 7-6 to locate test points during the following procedures:
Caution: The area must be free of flammable vapors or gases during any adjustments or maintenance procedures.
7.5.3.1 BRIDGE VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT
Confirm that no combustible gas is present and remove sensor module cover.
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Cover Plate - Combustible Gas Module
Comparing to the "GND" (ground) test point measure
"BRIDGE VOL" (bridge voltage) and adjust to 2.00 VDC using "BRIDGE ADJ" potentiometer. Turn counterclockwise to increase.
7.5.3.2 ZERO ADJUSTMENT
Comparing to ground measure SIGNAL OUT and adjust to
0.18 VDC by turning ZERO ADJ potentiometer. Turn counter clock-wise to increase.
7.5.3.3 SPAN ADJUSTMENT
1. Determine the concentration of the calibration gas (CG) in % LEL.
2. Use the following formula to determine the response to the calibration gas at SIGNAL OUT .
Voltage (Signal Out) = (CG+12)/60
For Example:
If CG = 50% L.E.L
Signal Out = (50+12)/60
= 1.03 volts
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3. Using a Sierra Monitor Model 1200-26 Gas
Calibrator with a Sierra Monitor Model 5358-
00 calibration adapter, or Model 5360 Gas
Delivery Fitting. Apply the calibration gas at a flow rate of 100 cc/min. until the signal out voltage stops changing (approx. 2 minutes).
Then adjust span adj. potentiometer to the calculated value.
4. Remove the calibration gas and wait for the voltage to drop. If the voltage is below 0.30
VDC the procedure is complete. If the voltage is above 0.30 VDC repeat the zero and span adjustments.
5. Calibrate the sensor using the instruction manual procedure.
• A
LOW SENSITIVITY message during calibration indicates one of the two conditions for a combustible sensor:
• The zero gas voltage must be less than
.3 volts.
• The new span change (span voltage less zero voltage) must exceed 30% of the calculated span change.
For Example:
Zero gas voltage = .20 VDC
Span voltage = .43 VDC
Span change is .43-.2 = .23 VDC
As the calculated span value (from step 5 above) is 1.03, the calculated span change is: 1.03-.2 = .87
By calculation: 30% of .87 = .26
The new span change (.23) is less than
30% of the calculated span change so a
LOW SENSITIVITY
message will be displayed.
The LOW SENSITIVITY calculation is made to insure that the calibration does not adjust the electronics so that the
"gain" is large enough to cause false alarms due to minor drift or due to minimal electronic noise.
7.5.4 SENSOR REPLACEMENT
If any of the above adjustments cannot be completed successfully the sensor and/or electronics will require replacement. To check the sensor unplug it from the electronics and remove from the housing so that continuity and resistance tests can be made. Table 7-4 provides the pin out for the sensor assembly.
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
DETECTOR WHITE
COMPENSATOR BROWN
CALIB. SW. RED
DETECTOR BLACK
DRAIN BARE
CALIB. SW. GREEN
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Combustible Gas Sensor
Wiring Pin Out
1. Detector element resistance should be between 1.5 to
2 ohms.
2. Compensator element resistance should be between
1.5 to 2 ohms.
3. Calibration switch should be open in normal operation and should close when the calibration magnet is applied.
If the sensor fails any of these tests it should be replaced.
If the sensor passes these tests the electronics are suspect and BOTH the sensor and electronics should be replaced.
(The electronics and sensor which are removed should be returned to the factory for evaluation).
When a new sensor is installed the following actions must be taken:
• Make the bridge voltage adjustment immediately to avoid over-voltage damage to the sensor.
• Use diagnostic code 0020 to establish nominal value calibration.
• Allow 24 hours for full stabilization of the sensor, recheck the zero and span adjustments and calibrate the sensor module.
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7.5.5 COMBUSTIBLE GAS SCALING FACTORS
For combustible gas monitoring, a calibration standard of Methane or Propane my be used in conjunction with scaling factors to cause Sentry concentration display and alarm function in %LEL scale of another gas as follows:
GAS METHANE PROPANE
FACTOR FACTOR
GAS
Diethyl Ether
METHANE PROPANE
FACTOR FACTOR
46 84
Acetic Acid
Acetic Anhydride
54
46
98
83 Dimethyl Ether 63 113
Ethyl Formate 44 80
Alkyl Alcohol 51 92 n-Amyl Alcohol 33 59
Hydrogen Sulfide
Methyl Actetate
Methyl Alcohol
Methyl Bromide
Methyl Chloride
41
50
86
90
102
74
90
156
162
186 n-Butyl Alcohol iso-Butyl Alcohol n-Butyl Benzene iso-Butyl Benzene n-Butyric Acid
Carbon Disulfide
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Oxysulphide
34
53
31
32
38
18
75
93
62
96
57
58
69
32
137
169
Methyl Formate
Methyl n-propylketone
67
40
121
73 n-Propyl Alcohol 47 85
Ethyl Acetate
Ethyl Alcohol
Ethyl Benzene
Ethyl Bromide
Ethyl Chloride
51
73
36
91
57
93
132
65
165
103
JP-4 (Jet Fuel) 41 73
94
NOTES:
1. Scaling factors are not FMRC approved.
2. Base data source: EEV sensor specification catalog. (EEV claims some data is the result of specific tests, other data is empirically derived.)
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7.6 OXYGEN MODULE (5100-03)
7.6.1 DESCRIPTION
The Oxygen Module includes the electronic assembly installed in an explosion proof housing and the electrochemical sensor connected to one hub of the enclosure. Cabling from the controller connects to a three pin spring loaded terminal strip.
7.6.2 TROUBLE ANALYSIS
Electrical adjustment, or replacement of the sensor will be necessary under the following conditions:
• Controller displays the following error messages:
CHANGE SENSOR
SENSOR FAILURE
REPLACE SENSOR
• False readings or alarms are received due to sensor inaccuracy. concentration reading on the controller will be inaccurate and alarm level concentrations may be displayed. If false activation of the alarm relays will cause a problem disconnect the relay wiring prior to adjustment or turn the module off using the "Change Module" mode.
NOTE
Although all the necessary data can be collected with a voltmeter at the sensor module, some helpful information can be displayed on the controller or printed. See diagnostic codes 0004 and 0008 in Appendix C.
7.6.3 ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
Prior to reading voltages and making adjustments perform a visual inspection to confirm that there are no physical problems such as water in the electronics enclosure, wiring damage or corrosion.
Use Figure 7-7 to locate test points during the following procedures.
7.6.3.1 SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT
It is unlikely that any electrical adjustment will be required except when a new sensor is installed.
To make the electrical adjustment connect a voltmeter to
SIGNAL OUT (pos) and GND (ground) and use
SENSITIVITY ADJ potentiometer to set the voltage equal to
1/10 of the actual oxygen concentration. In clean air the concentration is 20.9% so the voltage should be set at
2.09 VDC.
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Figure 7-7
Cover Plate - Oxygen Module
7.6.4 SENSOR REPLACEMENT
The oxygen sensor should be replaced when it can no longer be calibrated correctly or when the signal output drops to zero. Generally this is every twelve to eighteen months. The Sentry clock keeps track of the age of the sensor if it is correctly initialized in the "change module" mode.
When a new sensor is installed use the CHANGE MODULE menu selection to answer yes to the "new sensor?" question. After nine months the CHANGE SENSOR message will be displayed to warn that a new sensor should be installed.
The SENSOR FAILURE message for Oxygen sensors does not indicate a specific failure of the sensor but indicates that the sensor is not correctly connected to the electronics. If this message appears check that the sensor harness is correctly installed to the connector on the bottom electronics board.
When sensor replacement is required, open the cover of the sensor module, remove the transmitter and disconnect the sensor wiring harness from the back of the transmitter.
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Unscrew the old sensor from the conduit hub, screw in the new sensor and connect the wiring harness to the transmitter electronics. Replace the transmitter into the enclosure, make signal adjustments as described above, and replace the enclosure cover.
After the sensor is installed:
• Update "new sensor" status in the change module mode.
• Allow one hour of stabilization of the new sensor.
• Make the electrical sensitivity adjustment as described above.
• Calibrate the sensor module.
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7.7 CARBON MONOXIDE MODULE (5100-04)
7.7.1 DESCRIPTION
The Carbon Monoxide Module includes the sensor and electronic assembly installed in an explosion proof housing.
The sensor screws into one hub of the enclosure and plugs into the bottom electronics card via a six pin connector. Cabling from the controller connects to a three pin spring loaded terminal strip.
7.7.2 TROUBLE ANALYSIS
Electrical adjustment, or replacement of the sensor will be necessary under the following conditions:
• Controller displays the following error messages
SENSOR FAILURE
LOW SENSITIVITY
• False readings or alarms are received due to sensor inaccuracy. concentration reading on the controller will be inaccurate and alarm level concentrations may be displayed. If false activation of the alarm relays will cause a problem disconnect the relay wiring prior to adjustment or turn the module off using the
"Change Module" mode.
Note
Although all the necessary data can be collected with a voltmeter at the sensor module, some helpful information can be displayed on the controller or printed. See diagnostic codes 0004 and 0008 in Appendix C.
7.7.3 ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
Prior to reading voltages and making adjustments perform a visual inspection to confirm that there are no physical problems such as water in the electronics enclosure, wiring damage or corrosion.
Use Figure 7-8 to locate test points during the following procedures.
7.7.3.1 SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT
It is unlikely that any electrical adjustment will be required except when a new sensor is installed.
To make the electrical adjustment connect a voltmeter to
SIGNAL OUT (pos) and GND (ground) and use
SENSITIVITY ADJ potentiometer to adjust the voltage based on the following:
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Figure 7-8
Cover Plate - Carbon Monoxide Module
• 1 ppm CO = 0.004 VDC.
• 100 ppm CO = 0.40 VDC.
• 250 ppm CO = 1.00 VDC.
7.7.3.2 SENSOR REPLACEMENT
The carbon monoxide sensor should be replaced when it can no longer be calibrated correctly. Generally this is every twenty four to thirty months.
The "SENSOR FAILURE" message for Carbon
Monoxide sensors does not indicate a specific failure of the sensor but indicates that the sensor is not correctly connected to the electronics. If this message appears check that the sensor harness is correctly installed to the connector on the bottom electronics board.
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If sensor replacement is necessary remove the electronics from the housing and unplug the old sensor from the bottom board, remove it from the enclosure hub and reverse the procedure to install the new sensor.
After the sensor is installed:
• Allow one hour of stabilization of the new sensor.
• Make the electrical sensitivity adjustment as described above.
• Calibrate the sensor using the instruction manual procedure.
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7.8 HYDROGEN SULFIDE MODULE (5100-05)
7.8.1 DESCRIPTION
Model 5100-05 Hydrogen Sulfide Sensor Module includes a sensor assembly and electronic assembly installed in an explosion proof housing.
The sensor assembly includes a reuseable housing and disposable electrochemical sensor. The assembly screws into one hub of the sensor module enclosure and plugs into the bottom electronics card via a six pin connector.
Cabling from the controller connects to a three pin spring loaded terminal strip on the electronics assembly.
7.8.2 TROUBLE ANALYSIS
Electrical adjustment, or replacement of the sensor will be necessary under the following conditions:
• Controller displays the following error messages
SENSOR FAILURE
LOW SENSITIVITY
• False readings or alarms are received due to sensor inaccuracy.
Warning: During sensor adjustments the concentration reading on the controller will be inaccurate and alarm level concentrations may be displayed. If false activation of the alarm relays will cause a problem disconnect the relay wiring prior to adjustment or turn the module off using the "Change
Module" mode.
NOTE
Although all the necessary data can be collected with a voltmeter at the sensor module, some helpful information can be displayed on the controller or printed. See diagnostic codes 0004 and 0008 in Appendix C.
7.8.3 ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
Prior to reading voltages and making adjustments perform a visual inspection to confirm that there are no physical problems such as water in the electronics enclosure, wiring damage or corrosion.
Use Figure 7-9 to locate test points during the following procedures.
7.8.3.1 SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT
It is unlikely that any electrical adjustment will be required except when a new sensor is installed.
Figure 7-9
Cover Plate - Hydrogen Sulfide Module
To make the electrical adjustment connect a voltmeter to
SIGNAL OUT (pos) and GND (ground) and use SPAN ADJ potentiometer to adjust the voltage based on the following:
• 1 ppm H
2
S = 0.02 VDC.
• 100 ppm H
2
S = 2.00 VDC.
7.8.3.2 SENSOR REPLACEMENT
The Hydrogen Sulfide sensor should be replaced when it can no longer be calibrated correctly. Generally this is every twenty four to thirty months.
The SENSOR FAILURE message for Hydrogen Sulfide sensors does not indicate a specific failure of the sensor but indicates that the sensor is not correctly connected to the electronics. If this message appears check that the sensor harness is correctly installed to the connector on the bottom electronics board.
The gas sensor which is located inside the sensor assembly housing can be replaced without replacement of the housing. To replace the sensor:
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1. Confirm that system power has been removed.
2. Remove the transmitter electronics board from the main housing and unplug the sensor harness from the transmitter electronics.
3. Unscrew the sensor housing from the bottom of the enclosure
4. Hold the sensor assembly so that the harness faces down and the sensor faces up. Unscrew and remove the round section of the housing from the hex section. Be careful not to lose the spacer washer which will be sitting on top of the exposed sensor.
5. Carefully pull the old sensor straight up from the socket.
6. Orient the new sensor so that the sensor pin labeled “ C” faces the socket labeled
“C” which is on the far side of the board from the vertical reed switch. The reed switch will slide into a hole on the side of the new sensor. Press the new sensor’s pins into the three sockets.
7. Carefully replace the cover on the sensor assembly including the spacer washer.
8. Install the sensor assembly into the enclosure and tighten firmly.
9. Reconnect the sensor harness to the transmitter, install the transmitter into the housing and restore power.
10. Allow one hour for the sensor to stabilize prior to recalibration.
11. Recalibrate the sensor module.
Figure 7-10
Hydrogen Sulfide Transmitter Component Locator
7.8.3.3 SENSOR OUTPUT ADJUSTMENT
The following procedure is to be used when, during normal calibration of a new sensor, the span voltage cannot be adjusted to a high enough level.
1. Adjust the span potentiometer so that it is approximately mid range. (Twenty turns clockwise and tens turns counter-clockwise).
2. Remove system power and remove both the transmitter and the sensor assembly from the enclosure. Remove the sensor assembly cover so that the sensor is visible.
3. Plug the sensor harness into the transmitter assembly and check that no components are touching the enclosure. Restore power and allow a minimum of 30 minutes for stabilization before adjustment.
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4. Connect a DVM across TP10 and GT1 on the transmitter assembly. Figure 7-10
5. Locate the gain potentiometer which is on the sensor electronics directly behind one of the holes in the sensor body. The potentiometer is accessible by inserting a jewelers screwdriver through the hole in the sensor.
6. Determine the correct value to be read at TP10 based on the following formula:
V
TP10
= 2(C/R) , where C = concentration of span gas, and R = range of detection (100 PPM).
7. Apply span gas. Adjust the gain potentiometer until TP10 = correct value as described above.
To increase voltage at TP10 turn the gain potentiometer counter clockwise.
8. Remove system power and re-install the sensor and transmitter in the enclosure. Restore power and calibrate.
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7.9 TOXIC GAS SENSOR MODULE
7.9.1 DESCRIPTION
Toxic Gas Sensor Modules include the following models and default ranges:
5100-06 Chlorine -10 PPM
5100-07 Hydrogen - 2000 PPM
5100-12 Nitrogen Dioxide - 20 PPM
5100-13 Carbon Monoxide, High Range -
1,000 PPM
5100-10 Sulfur Dioxide - 100 PPM
5100-16 Carbon Monoxide, H2 Tolerant -
2,000 PPM
5100-19 Nitric Oxide - 20 PPM
5100-21 Hydrogen Chloride - 20 PPM
5100-22 Hydrogen Cyanide - 20 PPM
5100-27 Ethylene Oxide - 20 PPM
The Toxic Sensor Module includes a sensor assembly and electronic assembly installed in an explosion proof housing.
The sensor assembly includes a reuseable housing and disposable electrochemical sensor. The assembly screws into one hub of the sensor module enclosure and plugs into the bottom electronics card via a six pin connector.
Cabling from the controller connects to a three pin spring loaded terminal strip on the electronics assembly.
7.9.2 TROUBLE ANALYSIS
Electrical adjustment, or replacement of the sensor will be necessary under the following conditions:
• Controller displays the following error messages
SENSOR FAILURE
LOW SENSITIVITY
• False readings or alarms are received due to sensor inaccuracy.
Warning: During sensor adjustments the concentration reading on the controller will be inaccurate and alarm level concentrations may be displayed. If false activation of the alarm relays will cause a problem disconnect the relay wiring prior to adjustment or turn the module off using the "Change Module" mode.
NOTE
Although all the necessary data can be collected with a voltmeter at the sensor module, some helpful information can be displayed on the controller or printed. See diagnostic codes 0004 and 0008 in Appendix C.
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Figure 7-11
Cover Plate - Toxic Gas Module
7.9.3 ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
Prior to reading voltages and making adjustments perform a visual inspection to confirm that there are no physical problems such as water in the electronics enclosure, wiring damage or corrosion.
Use Figure 7-11 to locate test points during the following procedures.
7.9.3.1 SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT
It is unlikely that any electrical adjustment will be required except when a new sensor is installed.
To make the electrical adjustment connect a voltmeter to
SIGNAL OUT (pos) and GND (ground) and use SPAN ADJ potentiometer to adjust the voltage based on the following:
• 1% of full scale = 0.02 VDC.
• 100% of full scale = 2.00 VDC.
7.9.3.2 SENSOR REPLACEMENT
The toxic gas sensor should be replaced when it can no longer be calibrated correctly. Generally this is every twenty four to thirty months.
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The SENSOR FAILURE message for toxic gas sensors does not indicate a specific failure of the sensor but indicates that the sensor is not correctly connected to the electronics. If this message appears check that the sensor harness is correctly installed to the connector on the bottom electronics board.
The gas sensor which is located inside the sensor assembly housing can be replaced without replacement of the housing. To replace the sensor:
1. Confirm that system power has been removed.
2. Remove the transmitter electronics board from the main housing and unplug the sensor harness from the transmitter electronics.
3. Unscrew the sensor housing from the bottom of the enclosure
4. Hold the sensor assembly so that the harness faces down and the sensor faces up. Unscrew and remove the round section of the housing from the hex section. Be careful not to lose the spacer washer which will be sitting on top of the exposed sensor.
5. Carefully pull the old sensor straight up from the socket.
6. Orient the new sensor so that the sensor pin labeled “ C” faces the socket labeled “C” which is on the far side of the board from the vertical reed switch. The reed switch will slide into a hole on the side of the new sensor. Press the new sensor’s pins into the three sockets.
7. Carefully replace the cover on the sensor assembly including the spacer washer.
8. Install the sensor assembly into the enclosure and tighten firmly.
9. Reconnect the sensor harness to the transmitter, install the transmitter into the housing and restore power.
10. Allow one hour for the sensor to stabilize prior to recalibration.
11. Recalibrate the sensor module.
7.9.3.3 SENSOR OUTPUT ADJUSTMENT
The following procedure is to be used when, during normal calibration of a new sensor, the span voltage cannot be adjusted to a high enough level.
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Figure 7-12
Toxic Gas Transmitter Component Locator
1. Adjust the span potentiometer so that it is approximately mid range. (Twenty turns clockwise and tens turns counter-clockwise).
2. Remove system power and remove both the transmitter and the sensor assembly from the enclosure. Remove the sensor assembly cover so that the sensor is visible.
3. Plug the sensor harness into the transmitter assembly and check that no components are touching the enclosure. Restore power and allow a minimum of 30 minutes for stabilization before adjustment.
4. Connect a DVM across TP10 and GT1 on the transmitter assembly. Figure 7-12
5. Locate the gain potentiometer which is on the sensor electronics directly behind one of the holes in the sensor body. The potentiometer is accessible by inserting a jewelers screwdriver through the hole in the sensor.
6. Determine the correct value to be read at TP10 based on the following formula:
V
TP10
= 2(C/R) , where C = concentration of span gas, and R = range of detection (100 PPM). The value is negative for all models except 5100-06, and
5100-19.
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7. Apply span gas. Adjust the gain potentiometer until TP10 = correct value as described above.
To increase voltage at TP10 turn the gain potentiometer counter clockwise.
8. Remove system power and re-install the sensor and transmitter in the enclosure. Restore power and calibrate.
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7.10 AMMONIA SENSOR MODULE (5100-25)
7.10.1 DESCRIPTION
The Ammonia Sensor Module includes a sensor assembly and electronic assembly installed in an explosion proof housing.
The sensor assembly includes a rechargeable electrochemical sensor. The assembly screws into one hub of the sensor module enclosure and plugs into the bottom electronics card via a six pin connector.
Cabling from the controller connects to a three pin spring loaded terminal strip on the electronics assembly.
7.10.2 TROUBLE ANALYSIS
Electrical adjustment, recharge, or replacement of the sensor will be necessary under the following conditions:
• Controller displays the following error messages
SENSOR FAILURE
LOW SENSITIVITY
• False readings or alarms are received due to sensor inaccuracy.
Warning: During sensor adjustments the concentration reading on the controller will be inaccurate and alarm level concentrations may be displayed. If false activation of the alarm relays will cause a problem disconnect the relay wiring prior to adjustment or turn the module off using the "Change
Module" mode.
NOTE
Although all the necessary data can be collected with a voltmeter at the sensor module, some helpful information can be displayed on the controller or printed. See diagnostic codes 0004 and 0008 in Appendix C.
7.10.3 ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
Prior to reading voltages and making adjustments perform a visual inspection to confirm that there are no physical problems such as water in the electronics enclosure, wiring damage or corrosion.
Use Figure 7-13 to locate test points during the following procedures.
7.10.3.1 SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT
It is unlikely that any electrical adjustment will be required except when a new sensor is installed.
Figure 7-13
Cover Plate - Ammonia Module
To make the electrical adjustment connect a voltmeter to
SIGNAL OUT
(pos) and
GND
(ground) and use
SPAN ADJ potentiometer to adjust the voltage based on the following:
• 1% of full scale = 0.02 VDC.
• 100% of full scale = 2.00 VDC.
7.10.3.2 SENSOR RECHARGE
The Ammonia sensor can be recharged by removing it from service, draining electrolyte, cleaning electrodes and replacing the electrolyte and membrane.
Step by step instructions for sensor recharge are supplied with the recharge kit.
7.10.3.3 SENSOR REPLACEMENT
The Ammonia sensor assembly should be replaced when it can no longer be recharged and calibrated correctly.
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The SENSOR FAILURE message for ammonia sensors does not indicate a specific failure of the sensor but indicates that the sensor is not correctly connected to the electronics. If this message appears check that the sensor harness is correctly installed to the connector on the bottom electronics board.
To replace the sensor assembly:
1. Confirm that system power has been removed.
2. Remove the transmitter electronics board from the main housing and unplug the sensor harness from the transmitter electronics.
3. Unscrew the sensor housing from the bottom of the enclosure
4. Install the new sensor assembly into the enclosure and tighten firmly.
5. Reconnect the sensor harness to the transmitter, install the transmitter into the housing and restore power.
6. Allow one hour for the sensor to stabilize prior to recalibration.
7. Recalibrate the sensor module.
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