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DM-600IS Instruction Manualiv
This manual covers the following Models...
Model #
Gas Name
Symbol
DM-600-C2H3
O
Acetaldehyde
C2H3O
DM-600-C2H2
Acetylene
C2H2
DM-600-C3H3N
Acrylonitrile
C3H3N
DM-600-NH3 (
-
20°C)
Ammonia
NH3
DM-501-NH3 (
-
40°C)
Ammonia
NH3
DM-502-NH3
Ammonia (continuous exposure)
NH3
DM-600-AsH3
Arsine
AsH3
DM-600-Br2
Bromine
Br2DM-
600-C4H6
Butadiene
C4H6
DM-600-CS2
Carbon Disulfide
CS2DM-
600-CO
Carbon Monoxide
CODM-
600-COS
Carbonyl Sulfide
COS
DM-600-CL2
Chlorine
CL2DM-
600-CLO2
Chlorine Dioxide (>50 ppm range)
CLO2
DM-501-CLO2
Chlorine Dioxide (
≤50 ppm range)
CLO2
DM-600-B2H6
Di
borane
B2H6
DM-600-C2H6S
Dimethyl Sulfide
C2H6S
DM-600-C3H5OCL
Epichlorohydrin
C3H5OCL
DM-600-C2H5OH
Ethanol
C2H5OH
DM-600-C2H5SH
Ethyl Mercaptan
C2H5SH
DM-600-C2H4
Ethylene
C2H4
DM-600-C2H4O
Ethylene Oxide
C2H4O
DM-600-F2
Fluorine
F2DM-
600-CH2O
F
ormaldehyde
CH2O
DM-600-GeH4
Germane
GeH4
DM-600-N2H4
Hydrazine
N2H4
DM-600-H2
Hydrogen (ppm range)
H2DM-
501-H2
Hydrogen (% LEL range)
H2DM-
600-HBr
Hydrogen Bromide
HBrDM-
600-HCL
Hydrogen Chloride
HCL
DM-600-HCN
Hydrogen Cyanide
HCN
DM-600-HF
Hydrogen Fluoride
HFDM-
600-H2S
Hydrogen Sulfide
H2SDM-
600-CH3OH
Methanol
CH3OH
DM-600-CH3SH
Methyl Mercaptan
CH3SH
DM-600-NO
Nitric Oxide
NODM-
600-NO2
Nitrogen Dioxide
NO2
DM-600-O3
Ozone
O3DM-
600-COCL2
Phosgene
COCL2
DM-600-PH3
Phosphine
PH3DM-
600-SiH4
Silane
SiH4
DM-600-SO2
Sulfur Dioxide
SO2DM-
600-C4H8S
Tetrahydrothiophene
C4H8S
DM-600-C4H4S
Thiophane
C4H4S
DM-600-C6H5CH3
Toluene
C6H5CH3
DM-600-C4H6O2
Vinyl Acetate
C4H6O2
DM-600-C2H3CL
Vinyl Chloride
C2H3CL
Table 1 Model #, Gas Name, and Symbol
DM-600IS
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◄
Intrinsically Safe
1.0DESCRIPTION
Detcon MicroSafe™ Model DM600IS, toxic sensors are nonintrusive “Smart” sensors designed to detect and
monitor for toxic gas in the ppm range. One of the primary features of the sensor is its method of automatic
calibration which guides the user through each step via instructions displayed on the backlit LCD. The sensor
features LED indicators for 2 ALARMS, FAULT and CAL status, field adjustable, fully programmable alarms
and provides relays for two alarms plus fault as standard. The sensor comes with two different outputs: analog
4-20 mA, and serial RS-485. These outputs allow for greater flexibility in system integration and installation.
The microprocessor supervised electronics are packaged as a universal plugin transmitter module that mates to
a standard connector board. Both are housed in an explosion proof condulet that includes a glass lens. A 16
character alpha/numeric indicator is used to display sensor readings as well as the sensor’s menu driven
features via a handheld programming magnet.
Typical ranges of detection are 0-10ppm, 0-25ppm, 0-50ppm, and 0-100ppm. Other ranges are available and
all ranges are covered by this manual. To determine sensor model number, reference the label located on the
enclosure cover.
Sensor Head
To determine gas type and range, reference labeling on the intrinsically-safe sensor head.
1.1Sensor Technology
The sensors are electrolytic chemical cells. Each cell consists of three electrodes embedded in an electrolyte
solution all housed beneath a diffusion membrane. Sensitivity to specific target gases is achieved by varying
composition of any combination of the sensor components. Good specificity is achieved in each sensor type.
The cells are diffusion limited via small capillary barriers resulting in long service life of up to 3 or more
years. The fuel cell is packaged as field replaceable plug-in sensor via gold plated pins. Pre-amplifier and
intrinsically safe barrier circuits are epoxy potted in the stainless steel housing and include the mating sockets
for the sensor.
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Figure 1 Constructionof Electrochemical Sensor
1.2Universal Microprocessor Control Transmitter Circuit
The control circuit is microprocessor based and is packaged as a universal plug-in field replaceable module,
facilitating easy replacement and minimum down time. The universality includes the ability to set it for any
range concentration and for any gas type. These gas and range settings must be consistent with the IS Sensor
Head it is mated with. Circuit functions include a basic sensor pre-amplifier, on-board power supplies,
microprocessor, back lit alpha numeric display, fault, alarm, and calibration status LED indicators, magnetic
programming switches, an RS-485 communication port, and a linear 4-20 mA DC output.
Figure 2 Universal Microprocessor Control Transmitter Circuit
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1.3Base Connector Board
The base connector board is mounted in the explosion proof enclosure and includes: the mating connector for
the control circuit, reverse input and secondary transient suppression, input filter, alarm relays, lugless
terminals for all field wiring, and a terminal strip for storing unused programming jumper tabs. The alarm
relays are contact rated 5 amps @ 125 VAC, 5 amps @ 30 VDC and coil rated at 24 VDC. Gold plated
program jumpers are used to select either the normally open or normally closed relay contacts.
NOTE: The yellow wire should not be connected and should be cut off!
Figure 3 Base connector board
1.4Explosion Proof Enclosure
The transmitter electronics are packaged in a cast metal explosion proof enclosure. The enclosure is fitted with
a threaded cover that has a glass lens window. Magnetic program switches located behind the transmitter
module face plate are activated through the lens window via a hand-held magnetic programming tool allowing
non-intrusive operator interface with the sensor. Calibration can be accomplished without removing the cover
or declassifying the area. Electrical classification is Class 1; Groups B, C, D; Division 1 (explosion proof). The
sensor housing section employs an Intrinsically Safe Barrier circuit which allows for the safe usage of plastic
housing materials in the lower section. This design benefit avoids the requirement for stainless steel flame
arrestors which reduce the sensitivity and response time to “active” gas species such as NH3, CL2, CLO2, and
HCL...etc.
Transmitter Electronics in
Explosion-Proof Housing
Intrinsically Safe
Sensor Head
Figure 4 Explosion-Proof Enclosure
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NOTE
: Interference factors may differ from sensor to sensor and with life time. I
t is not
2.0PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Method of detection is by an electrochemical reaction at the surface of an electrode called the sensing
electrode. Air and gas diffuse through the capillary diffusion barrier. The controlling circuit maintains a small
external operating voltage between the sensing and counter electrodes of the proper bias and magnitude so that
no current flows to or from the reference electrode while its potential is maintained at the correct fixed voltage
— usually ground. The electrochemical reaction creates a change in current flow from the counter electrode to
the sensing electrode. This change in current is proportional to the gas concentration and is reversible. The
quick response of the sensor results in continuous monitoring of ambient air conditions. The Intrinsically Safe
Sensor Housing design allows direct contact of the target gas to the electrochemical sensor, thus maximizing
response time, detectability and repeatability.
Figure 5 FunctionalBlock Diagram
3.0APPLICATION
3.1Sensor Placement/Mounting
Sensor location should be reviewed by facility engineering and safety personnel. Area leak sources and
perimeter mounting are typically used to determine number and location of sensors. The sensors are generally
located 2 - 4 feet above grade.
3.2Interference Data
Detcon Model DM-600IS series electrochemical sensors are subject to interference from other gases. This
interaction is shown in the table in section 3.4 as the relation between the amount of the interfering gas applied
to the sensor, and the corresponding reading that will occur. All measurements are in ppm unless otherwise
noted.
The table is laid out with the Model Number of each sensor in a column on the left side of the page. The
interfering gases are listed in a row across the top of the page. Each page lists all Model Numbers but 5 pages
are necessary to list all interfering gases, thus each page is a repeat of the full line of Detcon sensors. Be sure
to reference each page to ascertain the full listing of interfering gases for a particular sensor.
As an example, the first listing shows that the Model DM-600IS-C2H30 acetaldehyde sensor will have an
interference reading of 340 ppm if 40 ppm of C2H2 (Acetylene) is applied.
advisable to calibrate with interference gases. They should be used as a guide only
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3.3Interference Gas List
Gas Name
Symbol
Gas Name
Symbol
Acetaldehyde
C2H3O
Hydrocarbons
C-H’s
Acetylene
C2H2
Hydrocarbons (unsaturated)
C-H’s (u)
Acrylonitrile
C3H3N
Hydrogen
H2
Alcohols
Alcohols
Hydrogen Bromide
HBr
Amines
Amines
Hydrogen Chloride
HCL
Ammonia
NH3
Hydrogen Cyanide
HCN
Arsenic Trifluoride
AsF3
Hydrogen Fluoride
HF
Arsenic Pentafluoride
AsF5
Hydrogen Selenide
HSe
Arsine
AsH3
Hydrogen Sulfide
H2S
Boron Trifluoride
BF3
Iodine
I2
Bromine
Br2
Isopropanol
C3H8O
Butadiene
C4H6
Methane
CH4
Buten
-1Buten
-1Methanol
CH3OH
Carbon Dioxide
CO2
Methyl
-Ethyl-K
etone
C4H8O
Carbon Disulfide
CS2
Methyl Mercaptan
CH3SH
Carbon Oxide Sulfide
COS
Nitric Oxi
deNOCarbon Monoxide
CO
Nitrogen
N2
Carbonyl Sulfide
COS
Nitrogen Dioxide
NO2
Chlorine
CL2
Ozone
O3
Chlorine Dioxide
CLO2
Phosgene
COCL2
Chlorine Trifluoride
CLF3
Phosphine
PH3
Diborane
B2H6
Phosphorous Trifluoride
PF3
Dimethyl Sulfide
C2H6S
Silane
SiH4
Disilane
Si2H6
Silicon
Si
Epichlorohydrin
C3H5OCL
Silicon Tetra Fluoride
SiF4
Ethanol
C2H5OH
Sulfur Dioxide
SO2
Ethyl Mercaptan
C2H5SH
Tetrahydrothiophene
C4H8S
Ethylene
C2H4
Thiophane
C4H4S
Ethylene Oxide
C2H4O
Toluene
C6H5CH3
Fluorine
F2
Tun
gsten Hexafluoride
WF6
Formaldehyde
CH2O
Vinyl Acetate
C4H6O2
Germane
GeH4
Vinyl Chloride
C2H3CL
Hydrazine
N2H4
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DM-600IS-C3H3N
DM-600IS-NH3(-
20°C)
DM-501IS-NH3(-
40°C)
DM-502IS-NH3 (CE)
DM-600IS-AsH3
DM-600IS-Br2
DM-600IS-C4H6
DM-600IS-CS2
DM-600IS-CO
DM-600IS-COS
DM-600IS-CL2
DM-600IS-CLO2 (>10ppm)
DM-501IS-CL
O2 (≤10ppm)
DM-600IS-B2H6
DM-600IS-C2H6S
DM-600IS-C3H5OCL
DM-600IS-C2H5OH
DM-600IS-C2H5SH
DM-600IS-C2H4
DM-600IS-C2H4O
DM-600IS-F2
DM-600IS-CH2O
DM-600IS-GeH4
DM-600IS-N2H4
200=0.04
n/d
DM-600IS-H2 (ppm
)
n/d
n/d
DM-501IS-H2 (LEL)
100=0
n/d
DM-600IS-HBr
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-HCL
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-HCN
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-H
F
n/d
yes
n/d
DM-600IS-H2S
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-CH3OH
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-C
H3SH
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-NO
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-NO2
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-O3
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-COCL2
50=0.5
n/d
DM-600IS-PH3
100=0.01
n/d
DM-600IS-SiH4
100=<1
n/d
DM-600IS-SO2
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-C4H8S
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-C4H4S
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-C6H5CH3
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-C4H6O2
n/d
n/d
DM-600IS-C2H3CL
n/d
n/d
3.4Interference Gas Table (page 1 of 5)
NOTE: Reference the listing in Section 3.3 to match model number with gas name. Reference the listing in
section 3.3 to match the interfering gas symbol with the gas name.
Model NumberC2H30C2H2C3H3N Alcohols AminesNH3AsF3AsF5AsH3BF3Br2C4H6Buten-1
CSA-NRTL (US OSHA) approved* Class 1; Groups B, C, D; Div. 1.
Input Voltage
22.5-28 VDC
Power Consumption
Normal operation = 44 mA (1.1 watts @ 24VDC); Maximum @ 24VDC = 120 mA (2.9 watts)
Maximum @ 22.5VDC = 102 mA (2.3 watts)
Output
5 amps @ 30 VDC Linear 4-20 mA DC; RS-485 Modbus™
Repeatability
Table 2 Sensor cell specifications
DM-600IS
Time(seconds)
Range °C
Range °F
Range %
Warranty
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DM-500IS-C4H4S
Thiophane
T90 <140
<5% signal loss/year
-
20 to +50
-
4 to +122
15 to 9
0
2 years
DM-500IS-C6H5CH3
Toluene
T90 <140
<5% signal loss/year
-
20 to +50
-
4 to +122
15 to 90
2 years
DM-500IS-C4H6O2
Vinyl Acetate
T90 <140
<5% signal loss/year
-
20 to +50
-
4 to +122
15 to 90
2 years
DM-500IS-C2H3CL
Vinyl Chloride
T90 <140
<5% signal
loss/year
-
20 to +50
-
4 to +122
15 to 90
2 years
AWG
Meters
Feet20240
80018360
1200
16
600
2000
14
900
3000
Note
1
: This wiring ta
ble is based on stranded tinned copper wire and is designed to serve as a
Note
2: Shielded cable may be required in installations where cable trays or conduit runs
Note
3
: The supply of power must be from an isolating source with over
-
current protection as
AWG
Over
-
current Protection
AWG
Over
-
current Protection
223A16
10A205A1420A187A1225A
*LELrangeH2isnot CSAapproved.
5.0INSTALLATION
Optimum performance of ambient air/gas sensor devices is directly relative to proper location and installation
practice.
5.1Field Wiring Table (4-20 mA output)
Detcon Model DM-600IS toxic gas sensor assemblies require three conductor connection between power
supplies and host electronic controllers. Wiring designators are + (DC), – (DC), and mA (sensor signal).
Maximum single conductor resistance between sensor and controller is 10 ohms. Maximum wire size for
termination in the sensor assembly terminal board is 14 gauge.
Table 3 Field wiring Table
reference only.
include high voltage lines or other sources of induced interference.
follows:
Table 4 Over-current Protection per AWG
The RS-485 (if applicable) requires 24 gauge, two conductor, shielded, twisted pair cable between sensor and
host PC. Use Belden part number 9841. Two sets of terminals are located on the connector board to facilitate
serial loop wiring from sensor to sensor. Wiring designators are A & B (IN) and A & B (OUT).
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Note:
In all installat
ions, the sensor element in SS housing points down relative to grade
5.2Sensor Location
Selection of sensor location is critical to the overall safe performance of the product. Five factors play an
important role in selection of sensor locations:
1) Density of the gas to be detected
2) Most probable leak sources within the industrial process
3) Ventilation or prevailing wind conditions
4) Personnel exposure
5) Maintenance access
Density - Placement of sensors relative to the density of the target gas is such that sensors for the detection of
heavier than air gases should be located within 2-4 feet of grade as these heavy gases will tend to settle in low
lying areas. For gases lighter than air, sensor placement should be 4-8 feet above grade in open areas or in
pitched areas of enclosed spaces.
Leak Sources - Most probable leak sources within an industrial process include flanges, valves, and tubing
connections of the sealed type where seals may either fail or wear. Other leak sources are best determined by
facility engineers with experience in similar processes.
Ventilation - Normal ventilation or prevailing wind conditions can dictate efficient location of gas sensors in a
manner where the migration of gas clouds is quickly detected.
Personnel Exposure - The undetected migration of gas clouds should not be allowed to approach
concentrated personnel areas such as control rooms, maintenance or warehouse buildings. A more general and
applicable thought toward selecting sensor location is combining leak source and perimeter protection in the
best possible configuration.
Maintenance Access
Consideration should be given to easy access by maintenance personnel as well as the consequences of close
proximity to contaminants that may foul the sensor prematurely.
(Figure 6). Improper sensor orientation may result in false reading and permanent sensor
damage
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Conduit
DM-600IS
"T"
Drain
EYS Seal Fitting
PGM 1
HOUSTON,TEXAS
MODELDM-6xx
TM
MicroSafe Gas Sensor
ALM ALM
1 2
FLTCAL
PGM 2
Figure 6 Typical Installation
5.3Local Electrical Codes
Sensor and transmitter assemblies should be installed in accordance with all local electrical codes. Use
appropriate conduit seals. Drains & breathers are recommended. The sensor assemblies are CSA-NRTL
approved for Class I; Groups B, C, D; Div. 1 environments.
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5.4Installation Procedure
Note: Per U.L. approval, these relays may only be used in connecting to devices that are
6.1"
5.5"
8.985"
1/4" Mounting holes
3/4" NPT Ports
5.825"
Intrinsically Safe
Sensor Head
4.65"
8-32 tapped
ground point
Wall (or other
mounting surface
DM-600IS
Splash Guard
2"
0.5"
Cal Port
Figure 7 Typical Outline and Mounting Dimensions
a) Securely mount the sensor junction box in accordance with recommended practice. See dimensional
drawing (Figure 7).
b) Remove the junction box cover and un-plug the control circuit by grasping the two thumb screws and
pulling outward.
c) Observing correct polarity, terminate 3 conductor field wiring, RS-485 wiring, and applicable alarm
wiring to the sensor base connector board in accordance with the detail shown in Figure 8. Normally
open and normally closed Form C dry contacts (rated 5 amp @ 125VAC; 5 amp @ 30VDC) are
provided for Fault, Alarm 1, and Alarm2.
powered by the same voltages.
d) Position gold plated jumper tabs located on the connector board in accordance with desired Form C
dry contact outputs: NO = Normally Open; NC = Normally closed (see Figure 8).
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corresponds to 0
-
100% of scale (see
Figure
8
).
Figure 8 Jumper Tab Positions on Term Board
Note: If a voltage signal output is desired in place of the 4-20mA output, a 1/4 watt resistor
must be installed in position R1 of the terminal board. A 250Ω resistor will provide a 1-5V
output (– to mA). A 100Ω resistor will provide a .4-2V output, etc. This linear signal
e) Program the alarms via the gold plated jumper tab positions located on the CPU board (see Figure 9).
Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 have three jumper programmable functions: latching/non-latching relays,
normally energized/normally de-energized relays, and ascending/descending alarm set points. The
fault alarm has two jumper programmable functions: latching/non-latching relay, and normally
energized/normally de-energized relay. The default settings of the alarms (jumpers removed) are
normally de-energized relays, non-latching relays, and alarm points that activate during descending
gas conditions.
Figure 9 Alarm Programming Jumpers
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If a jumper tab is installed in the latch position that alarm relay will be in the latching mode. The
latching mode will latch the alarm after alarm conditions have cleared until the alarm reset function is
activated. The non-latching mode (jumper removed) will allow alarms to de-activate automatically
once alarm conditions have cleared.
If a jumper tab is installed in the energize position, that alarm relay will be in the energized mode. The
energized mode will energize or activate the alarm relay when there is no alarm condition and deenergize or de-activate the alarm relay when there is an alarm condition. The de-energized mode
(jumper removed) will energize or activate the alarm relay during an alarm condition and de-energize
or de-activate the alarm relay when there is no alarm condition.
If a jumper tab is installed in the ascending position that alarm relay will be in the ascending mode.
The ascending mode will cause an alarm to fire when the gas concentration detected is greater than or
equal to the alarm set point. The descending mode (jumper removed) will cause an alarm to fire when
the gas concentration detected is lesser than or equal to the alarm set point. Except in special
applications, toxic gas monitoring will require alarms to fire in “ASCENDING” gas conditions.
Any unused jumper tabs should be stored on the connector board on the terminal strip labeled “Unused
Jumpers” (see Figure 8).
f)If applicable, set the RS-485 ID number via the two rotary dip switches located on the preamp board
(see Figure 10). There are 256 different ID numbers available which are based on the hexadecimal
numbering system. If RS-485 communications are used, each sensor must have its own unique ID
number. Use a jeweler’s screwdriver to set the rotary dip switches according to the table listed on the
following page. If RS-485 communications are not used, leave the dip switches in the default position
which is zero/zero (0)-(0).
Figure 10 RS-485 ID set Dip Switches
g) Replace the plug-in control circuit and replace the junction box cover.
Some sensor mounting applications require that the gas sensor head be remotely mounted away from the
sensor transmitter. This is usually true in instances where the gas sensor head must be mounted in a location
that is difficult to access. Such a location creates problems for maintenance and calibration activities. Detcon
provides the DM-600IS sensor in a remote-mount configuration in which the sensor (Model DM-600IS-RS)
and the transmitter (Model DM-600IS-RT) are provided in their own condulet housing and are interfaced
together with a four conductor cable. Sensor can be separate from transmitter up to 50 feet using shielded
twisted pair cable. See Figure 11 for wiring diagram.
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NOTE 1
: If the display contrast needs adjustment, refe
r to section
15.0
.
NOTE 2: Zero Clearing with Biased Cells
Figure 11 Remote Mount wiring
6.0STARTUP
Upon completion of all mechanical mounting and termination of all field wiring, apply system power and
observe the following normal conditions:
a.DM-6xxIS “Fault” LED is off.
b. A temporary upscale reading will occur as the sensor powers up. This upscale reading will clear to “0”
ppm within approximately 30 minutes of turn-on, assuming there is no gas in the area of the sensor.
Some electrochemical sensors are biased with an excitation voltage. When power to the sensor
is lost, this bias voltage slowly decays. When power is restored after long periods (multiple
hours) of being unpowered, a surge in sensor output takes place and a long and slow reestablishing of the sensor’s zero baseline takes place. This re-stabilization time may range from
1 hour to 24 hours depending on the type of sensor and range of operation. The sensor types
that this applies to are the following: HCl, NO, plus all the VOC sensors, C2H30, C2H2,
C3H3N, C4H6, CS2, COS, C2H6S, C3H5OCL, C2H5OH, C2H4, C2H4O, CH2O, CH3OH,
C4H4S, C4H6O2, C6H5CH3 and C2H3CL.
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All alarms will be disabled for 1 minute after power up. In the event of power failure,
If this characteristic is problematic for your specific application, a battery backup or uninterruptible power
supply is recommended.
NOTE 3:
the alarm disable periods will begin again once power has been restored. If using a biased cell
(see note 2 above), this 1 minute delay may likely be inadequate for the signal to clear below
alarm levels so manually disabling alarms is advised.
6.1Initial Operational Tests
After a warm up period has been allowed for, the sensor should be checked to verify sensitivity to its target
gas.
Material Requirements
Detcon PN 943-000006-132 Calibration Adapter
Span gas containing the target gas in air or nitrogen. It is recommended that the target gas
concentration be 50% of scale at a controlled flow rate of 500 ml/min. For example, a Model DM600IS-H2S sensor in the range 0-100ppm would require a test gas of 50ppm H2S. For a sensor with a
range of 0-10ppm a test gas of 5ppm is recommended, etc.
a) Attach the calibration adapter to the sensor housing. Apply the test gas at a controlled flow rate of 500
ml/m. Observe that the LCD display increases to a level of 20% of range or higher.
b) Remove the test gas and observe that the LCD display decreases to “0 PPM”.
c) If alarms are activated during the test, and have been programmed for latching operation, reset them
according to the instructions in section 11.2.
Initial operational tests are complete. Detcon toxic gas sensors are pre-calibrated prior to shipment and will, in
most cases, not require significant adjustment on start up. However, it is recommended that a complete
calibration test and adjustment be performed within 24 hours of installation. Refer to calibration instructions in
section 9.0.
7.0OPERATING SOFTWARE & MAGNETIC
INTERFACE
Operating software is menu listed with operator interface via the two magnetic program switches located under
the face plate. The two switches are referred to as “PGM 1” and “PGM 2”. The menu list consists of 3 items
which include sub-menus as indicated below. (Note: see section 8.0 for a complete software flow chart.)
1)Normal Operation
a) Current Status
1)Calibration Mode
a) Zero
b) Span
1)Program Menu
a) View Program Status
b) Alarm 1 Level
c) Alarm 2 Level
d) Set Calibration Level
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7.1Normal Operation
In normal operation, the display tracks the current status of the sensor and gas concentration and appears as:
“0 PPM xxx” (the “xxx” is the abbreviated gas type, i.e. “0 PPM H2S”. The mA current output corresponds
to the monitoring level of 0-100% of range = 4-20 mA.
7.2Calibration Mode
Calibration mode allows for sensor zero and span adjustments. “1-ZERO 2-SPAN”
7.2.1Zero Adjustment
Zero is set in ambient air with no target gas present or with zero gas applied to the sensor. “AUTO ZERO”
7.2.2Span Adjustment
Span adjustment is performed with a target gas concentration of 50% of range in air or nitrogen. Span gas
concentrations other than 50% of range may be used. Refer to section 7.3.4 for details. “AUTO SPAN”
7.3Program Mode
The program mode provides a program status menu and allows for the adjustment of alarm set point levels and
the programming of the calibration gas level setting.
7.3.1Program Status
The program status scrolls through a menu that displays:
The software version number.
Range is ###
The alarm set point level of alarm 1. The menu item appears as: “ALM1 SET @ ##PPM”
The alarm firing direction of alarm 1. The menu item appears as: “ALM1 ASCENDING” or
descending.
The alarm relay latch mode of alarm 1. The menu item appears as: “ALM1 NONLATCHING” or
latching.
The alarm relay energize state of alarm 1. The menu item appears as: “ALM1 DE-ENERGIZED” or
energized.
The alarm set point level of alarm 2. The menu item appears as: “ALM2 SET @ ##PPM”
The alarm firing direction of alarm 2. The menu item appears as: “ALM2 ASCENDING” or
descending.
The alarm relay latch mode of alarm 2. The menu item appears as: “ALM2 LATCHING” or non-
latching.
The alarm relay energize state of alarm 2. The menu item appears as: “ALM2 DE-ENERGIZED” or
energized.
The alarm relay latch mode of the fault alarm. The menu item appears as: “FLT NONLATCHING”
or latching.
The alarm relay energize state of the fault alarm. The menu item appears as: “FLT ENERGIZED” or
de-energized.
The calibration gas level setting. The menu item appears as: “CalLevel @ xxPPM”
Identification of the RS-485 ID number setting. The menu item appears as: “485 ID SET @ ##”
The estimated remaining sensor life. The menu item appears as: “SENSOR LIFE 100%”
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NOTE:
If, after entering the calibration or program menus, there is no interaction with the
7.3.2Alarm 1 Level Adjustment
The alarm 1 level is adjustable from 10% to 90% of range. The menu item appears as: “SET ALM1 @
##PPM”
7.3.3Alarm 2 Level Adjustment
The alarm 2 level is adjustable from 10% to 90% of range. The menu item appears as: “SET ALM2 @
##PPM”
7.3.4Calibration Level Adjustment
The Calibration level is adjustable from 10% to 90% of range. The menu item appears as: “CalLevel @
##PPM”
7.4Programming Magnet Operating Instructions
Operator interface to MicroSafe™ gas detection products is via magnetic switches located behind the
transmitter face plate. DO NOT remove the glass lens cover to calibrate or change programming parameters.
Two switches labeled “PGM 1” and “PGM 2” allow for complete calibration and programming without
removing the enclosure cover, thereby eliminating the need for area de-classification or the use of hot permits.
Figure 12 Programming Magnet
A magnetic programming tool (see Figure 12) is used to operate the switches. Switch action is defined as
momentary contact, 3 second hold, and 30-second hold. In momentary contact use, the programming magnet is
waved over a switch location. In 3 second hold, the programming magnet is held in place over a switch
location for 3 or more seconds. In 30 second hold, the programming magnet is held in place over a switch
location for 30 or more seconds. Three and thirty second hold is used to enter or exit calibration and program
menus while momentary contact is used to make adjustments. The location of “PGM 1” and “PGM 2” are
shown in Figure 13.
menu items for more than 30 seconds, the sensor will return to its normal operating condition
Figure 13 UniversalMicroprocessor Control Transmitter Circuit
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8.0Software Flow Chart
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Figure 14 Software Flow Chart
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9.0Calibration
NOTE:
Before performing a zero calibration, be sure there is no background gas present or
CAUTION:
Verification of the correct calibration gas level setting and calibration span gas
Material Requirements
Detcon PN 327-000000-000 MicroSafeTM Programming Magnet
Detcon PN 943-000006-132 Calibration Adapter
Span gas containing the target gas in air or nitrogen. The target gas concentration is recommended at
50% of range (which is the factory default) at a controlled flow rate of 500 ml/min. Example: for a
Model DM-600IS-H2S sensor with a range of 0-100ppm, a test gas of 50 ppm is recommended. For a
sensor with a range of 0-10 ppm a test gas of 5 ppm is recommended, etc. Other concentrations can be
used as long as they fall within 10% to 90% of range. See section 9.2 for details. Reference section 10-
2) -b) if you do not know the sensor target gas or range of detection.
9.1Calibration Procedure - Zero
apply a zero gas standard prior to performing zero calibration.
a) Enter the calibration menu by holding the programming magnet stationary over “PGM 1” (see figure
6) for 3 seconds until the display reads “1-ZERO 2-SPAN” then withdraw the magnet. Note that the
“CAL” LED is on.
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b) Next, enter the zero menu by holding the magnet stationary over “PGM 1” for 3 seconds until the
display reads: “SETTING ZERO”, then withdraw the magnet. The sensor has now entered the auto
zero mode. When it is complete the display will read “ZERO COMPLETE” for 5 seconds and then
return to the normal operations menu reading “(0 PPM)”.
Zero calibration is complete.
9.2Calibration Procedure - Span
concentration is required before “span” calibration. These two numbers must be equal.
Calibration consists of entering the calibration function and following the menu-displayed instructions. The
display will ask for the application of span gas in a specific concentration. This concentration must be equal to
the calibration gas level setting. The factory default setting for span gas concentration is 50% of range. In this
instance, a span gas containing a concentration equal to 50% of range is required. If a span gas containing 50%
of range is not available, other concentrations may be used as long as they fall within 10% to 90% of range.
However, any alternate span gas concentration value must be programmed via the calibration gas level menu
before proceeding with span calibration. Follow the instructions below for span calibration.
a) Verify the current calibration gas level setting as indicated by the programming status menu. To do
this, follow the instructions in section 10 and make note of the setting found in listing number 12. The
item appears as “CalGas @ xxPPM”.
b) If the calibration gas level setting is equal to your calibration span gas concentration, proceed to item
“f”. If not, adjust the calibration gas level setting so that it is equal to your calibration span gas
concentration, as instructed in items “c” through “e”.
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NOTE 1
: If there is not a minimal response to the cal gas
in the first minute, the
sensor will
NOTE 2
: If during the auto
-
span function the sensor fails to meet a minimum signal stability
c) Enter the programming menu by holding the programming magnet stationary over “PGM 2” for 30
seconds until the display reads “VIEW PROG STATUS” then withdraw the magnet. At this point
you can scroll through the programming menu by momentarily waving the programming magnet over
“PGM 1” or “PGM 2”. The menu options are: View Program Status, Set Alarm 1 Level, Set Alarm 2
Level, and Set Cal Level.
d) From the programming menu scroll to the calibration level listing. The menu item appears as: “SET
CAL LEVEL”. Enter the menu by holding the programming magnet stationary over “PGM 1” for 3
seconds until the display reads “CalGas @ ##PPM”, then withdraw the magnet. Use the
programming magnet to make an adjustment to “PGM 1” to increase or “PGM 2” to decrease the
display reading until the reading is equal to the desired calibration span gas concentration. Exit to the
programming menu by holding the programming magnet over “PGM1” for 3 seconds.
e) Exit back to normal operation by holding the programming magnet over “PGM 2” for 3 seconds, or
automatically return to normal operation in 30 seconds.
f)From the calibration menu “1-ZERO 2-SPAN” (section 9.1-a) proceed into the span adjust function
by holding the programming magnet stationary over “PGM 2” for 3 seconds then withdraw the
programming magnet. At this point the display will ask for the application of the target gas and
concentration. The display reads “APPLY xxx PPM” The x’s here will indicate the actual
concentration requested.
g) Apply the calibration test gas at a flow rate of 500 milliliters per minute. As the sensor signal changes,
the display will change to “AutoSpan xxPPM”. The “xx” part of the reading indicates the actual gas
reading which will increase until the sensor stabilizes. When the sensor signal is stable it will auto
span to the correct ppm reading and the display will change to “SPAN COMPLETE” for 3 seconds,
then to “SENSOR LIFE: xxx%” and then “REMOVE GAS”. Remove the gas. When the signal
level has fallen below 10% of full scale, the display will return to the normal operating mode.
enter into the calibration fault mode which will cause the display to alternate between the
sensor’s current status reading and the calibration fault screen which appears as: “SPANFAULT #1” (see section 9.3).
criteria, the sensor will enter the calibration fault mode which will cause the display to alternate
between the sensor’s current status reading and the calibration fault screen which appears as:
“SPAN FAULT #2” (see section 9.3).
9.3Additional Notes
1. Upon entering the calibration menu, the 4-20 mA signal drops to 2 mA and is held at this level until
you return to normal operation.
2. If during calibration the sensor circuitry is unable to attain the proper adjustment for zero or span, the
sensor will enter into the calibration fault mode which may activate fault alarm functions (see section
12.0) and will cause the display to alternate between the sensor’s current status reading and the
reported calibration fault description. In these cases, the previous calibration points will remain in
memory. If this occurs you may attempt to recalibrate by entering the calibration menu as described in
section 9.1-a. If the sensor fails again, defer to technical trouble shooting (see section 16.0).
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9.4Calibration Frequency
In most applications, monthly to quarterly calibration intervals will assure reliable detection. However,
industrial environments differ. Upon initial installation and commissioning, close frequency tests should be
performed, weekly to monthly. Test results should be recorded and reviewed to determine a suitable
calibration interval.
10.0STATUS OF PROGRAMMING: SOFTWARE
VERSION, ALARMS, CALIBRATION LEVEL,
RS-485 ID, AND SENSOR LIFE
The programming menu has a programming status listing that allows the operator to view the gas, range, and
software version number of the program, as well as the current alarm settings, calibration gas level setting, RS485 ID number, and estimated remaining sensor life. The programming menu also allows the changing of
alarm levels (see section 11.0) and the programming of the calibration gas level setting (see section 9.2).
The following procedure is used to view the programming status of the sensor:
1)First, enter the programming menu by holding the programming magnet stationary over “PGM 2” for 30
seconds until the display reads “VIEW PROG STATUS”, then withdraw the magnet. At this point you can
scroll through the programming menu by momentarily waving the programming magnet over “PGM 1” or
“PGM 2”. The menu options are: View Program Status, Set Alarm 1 Level, Set Alarm 2 Level, and Set
Cal Level.
2)Next, scroll to the “VIEW PROG STATUS” listing and then hold the programming magnet over “PGM
1” for 3 seconds. The menu will then automatically scroll, at five second intervals, through the following
information before returning back to the “VIEW PROG STATUS” listing.
a) The software version number.
b) Range is ###
c) The alarm set point level of alarm 1. The menu item appears as: “ALM1 SET @ xxPPM”
d) The alarm firing direction of alarm 1. The menu item appears as: “ALM1 ASCENDING”
e) The alarm relay latch mode of alarm 1. The menu item appears as: “ALM1 NONLATCHING”
f)The alarm relay energize state of alarm 1. The menu item appears as: “ALM1 DE-ENERGIZED”
g) The alarm set point level of alarm 2. The menu item appears as: “ALM2 SET @ xxPPM”
h) The alarm firing direction of alarm 2. The menu item appears as: “ALM2 ASCENDING”
i)The alarm relay latch mode of alarm 2. The menu item appears as: “ALM2 LATCHING”
j)The alarm relay energize state of alarm 2. The menu item appears as: “ALM2 DE-ENERGIZED”
k) The alarm relay latch mode of the fault alarm. The menu itemappears as: “FLT NONLATCHING”
l)The alarm relay energize state of the fault alarm. The menu item appears as: “FLT ENERGIZED”
m) Calibration gas level setting. The menu item appears as: “CalLevel @ xxPPM”
n) Identification of the RS-485 ID number setting. The menu item appears as: “485 ID SET @ 1”
o) The estimated remaining sensor life. The menu item appears as: “SENSOR LIFE 100%”
3)Exit back to normal operations by holding the programming magnet over “PGM 2” for 3 seconds, or
automatically return to normal operation in 30 seconds.
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11.0PROGRAMMING ALARMS
11.1Alarm Levels
Both alarm 1 and alarm 2 levels are factory set prior to shipment. Alarm 1 is set at 20% of range and alarm 2 at
40% of range. Both alarms can be set in 1% increments from 10% to 90% of range. The following procedure is
used to change alarm set points:
a) First, enter the programming menu by holding the programming magnet stationary over “PGM 2” for
30 seconds until the display reads “VIEW PROG STATUS”, then withdraw the magnet. At this point
you can scroll through the programming menu by momentarily waving the programming magnet over
“PGM 1” or “PGM 2”. The menu options are: View Program Status, Set Alarm 1 Level, Set Alarm 2
Level, and Set Cal Level.
b) ALARM 1 LEVEL From the programming menu scroll to the alarm 1 level listing. The menu item
appears as: “SET ALARM 1 LEVEL”. Enter the menu by holding the programming magnet
stationary over “PGM 1” for 3 seconds until the display reads “SET ALM1 @ ##PPM”, then
withdraw the magnet. Use the programming magnet to make an adjustment to “PGM 1” to increase or
“PGM 2” to decrease the display reading until the reading is equal to the desired alarm set point. Exit
to the programming menu by holding the programming magnet over “PGM1” for 3 seconds, or
automatically return to the programming menu in 30 seconds.
c) ALARM 2 LEVEL From the programming menu scroll to the alarm 2 level listing. The menu item
appears as: “SET ALARM 2 LEVEL”. Enter the menu by holding the programming magnet
stationary over “PGM 1” for 3 seconds until the display reads “SET ALM2 @ ##PPM”, then
withdraw the magnet. Use the programming magnet to make an adjustment to “PGM 1” to increase or
“PGM 2” to decrease the display reading until the reading is equal to the desired alarm set point. Exit
to the programming menu by holding the programming magnet over “PGM1” for 3 seconds, or
automatically return to the programming menu in 30 seconds.
d) Exit back to normal operations by holding the programming magnet over “PGM 2” for 3 seconds, or
automatically return to normal operation in 30 seconds.
11.2Alarm Reset
An alarm condition will cause the applicable alarm to activate its corresponding relay and LED. If alarm 1,
alarm 2, or fault alarms have been programmed for latching relays, an alarm reset function must be activated to
reset the alarms after an alarm condition has cleared. To reset the alarms, simply wave the programming
magnet over either “PGM 1” or “PGM 2”, momentarily, while in normal operations mode and note that the
corresponding alarm LED(s) turn off.
11.3Other Alarm Functions
Alarms are factory programmed to be non-latching, de-energized; and to fire under ascending gas conditions.
The fault alarm relay is programmed as normally energized which is useful for detecting a 24VDC power
source failure. All alarm functions are programmable via jumper tabs. Changing alarm functions requires the
sensor housing to be opened, thus declassification of the area is required. See section 5.4 for details.
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12.0PROGRAM FEATURES
Detcon MicroSafeTM toxic gas sensors incorporate a comprehensive program to accommodate easy operator
interface and fail-safe operation. Program features are detailed in this section. Each sensor is factory tested,
programmed, and calibrated prior to shipment.
Over Range
When the sensor detects gas greater than 100% of range, it will cause the display to flash the highest reading
of its range on and off.
Under Range Fault(s)
If the sensor should drift below a zero baseline of -10% of range, the display will indicate a fault: “ZERO
FAULT”. This is typically fixed by performing another zero cal. When the total negative zero drift exceeds
the acceptable threshold the display will indicate “SENSOR FAULT” and you will longer be able to zero
calibrate.
Span Fault #1
If during span calibration the sensor circuitry is unable to attain a minimum defined response to span gas, the
sensor will enter into the calibration fault mode and cause the display to alternate between the sensor’s current
status reading and the calibration fault screen which appears as: “SPAN FAULT #1”. The previous calibration
settings will remain saved in memory. Previous span calibration is retained.
Span Fault #2
If during the span routine, the sensor circuitry is unable to attain a minimum defined stabilization point, the
sensor will enter into the calibration fault mode and cause the display to alternate between the sensor’s current
status reading and the calibration fault screen which appears as “SPAN FAULT #2”. Previous span calibration
is retained.
Memory Fault
If new data points cannot successfully be stored to memory the display will indicate: “MEMORY FAULT”.
Fail-Safe/Fault Supervision
Detcon MicroSafeTM sensors are programmed for fail-safe operation. All fault conditions illuminate the fault
LED, and cause the display to read its corresponding fault condition: “ZERO FAULT”, “SENSOR FAULT”,
“SPAN FAULT #1”, or “SPAN FAULT #2”. A “SENSOR FAULT” and “ZERO FAULT” will activate the
fault relay and cause the mA output to drop to zero (0) mA.
Sensor Life
The “Sensor Life” feature gauges the remaining sensor life based on signal output from the sensor cell. When
sensor life of 25% or less remains the sensor cell should be replaced within a reasonable maintenance
schedule.
13.0UNIVERSAL TRANSMITTER FEATURE (RE-
INITIALIZATION)
The Model DM600IS uses a universal transmitter design that allows the transmitter to be set up for any target
gas and any toxic concentration range. The original transmitter set-up is done at Detcon Inc. as part of the
sensor test and calibration procedure, but it may also be changed in the field if necessary. The Universal
Transmitter feature is a significant convenience to the user because it allows hardware flexibility and
minimizes the spare parts requirements to handle unexpected transmitter failures of different gas/ranges. It is
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NOTE:
If the Universal Transmitter is changed for gas type and range, it must be consistent
NOTE 1:
If the gas symbol has more than 6 characters, th
e symbol can be replaced by an
NOTE 2
: When the Universal Tra
nsmitter is re
-
initialized and a new gas and range is entered,
however, absolutely critical that changes to gas/range set-up of the Universal Transmitter be consistent with
the gas type and range of the Intrinsically Safe Sensor Head that it is connected to.
with the Intrinsically Safe sensor head it is mated with.
If the Universal Transmitter needs to be changed for gas type and range follow this procedure. First, unplug
the transmitter temporarily and then plug it back in. While the message “Universal Transmitter” appears, take
the program magnet and swipe it over magnet PGM1. This will reveal the set-up options for gas range and gas
type.
Swipe over PGM1to advance through the options for gas range which include: 1, 2, 3....10 ppm
10, 15, 20...100 ppm
100, 200, 300...1000 ppm
1000, 2000, 300010,000 ppm
When the correct range is displayed, hold magnet over PGM1 for 3 seconds to accept the selection.
Next is your selection for the gas type. In this set-up you will enter the alpha-numeric characters of the gas
type. Reference the list on page 3 for correct symbols. There is space for the chemical formula up to six
characters. Use GM1 and PGM2 swipes to advance through the alphabet and numbers 0-9 selection (there is a
blank space after 9). When the correct alphanumeric character is highlighted, hold the magnet over PGM1 for
3 seconds to lock it in. This moves you to the next blank and the procedure is repeated until the chemical
formula is completed. After the 6th character is locked in the transmitter will proceed to normal operation.
abbreviated version of the target gas name such as TOL or TOLUEN for Toluene which has
the symbol C6H5CH3. For Epichlorohydrin (symbol C3H5OCL) you can substitute the name
EPI or EPICHL etc.
all of the previous customer settings for alarm levels and span gas value are reset to their
default levels. These must be re-programmed back to the customer specific settings
14.0RS-485 PROTOCOL
Detcon MicroSafe™ toxic gas sensors feature Modbus™ compatible communications protocol and are
addressable via rotary dip switches for multi-point communications. Other protocols are available. Contact the
Detcon factory for specific protocol requirements. Communication is two wire, half duplex 485, 9600 baud, 8
data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, with the sensor set up as a slave device. A master controller up to 4000 feet
away can theoretically poll up to 256 different sensors. This number may not be realistic in harsh
environments where noise and/or wiring conditions would make it impractical to place so many devices on the
same pair of wires. If a multi-point system is being utilized, each sensor should be set for a different address.
Typical address settings are: 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 0A, 0B, 0C, 0D, 0E, 0F, 10, 11, etc.
In most instances, RS-485 ID numbers are factory set or set during installation before commissioning. If
required, the RS-485 ID number can be set via rotary dip switches located on the preamp circuit board.
However, any change to the RS-485 ID number would require the sensor housing to be opened, thus
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declassification of the area would be required. See section 5.4-f) for details on changing the RS-485 ID
number.
The following section explains the details of the Modbus™ protocol that the MicroSafeTM sensor supports.
Code 03 - Read Holding Registers is the only code supported by the transmitter. Each transmitter contains 6
holding registers which reflect its current status.
Register #High ByteLow Byte
0000Gas typeSensor Life
Gas type is one of the following:
01=CO, 02=H2S, 03=SO2, 04=H2, 05=HCN, 06=CL2, 07=NO2, 08=NO, 09=HCL, 10=NH3, 11=LEL,
12=O2
Sensor life is an estimated remaining use of the sensor head, between 0% and 100% Example: 85=85% sensor
life
Register #High ByteLow Byte
40001Detectable Range
i.e. 100 for 0-100 ppm, 50 for 0-50 ppm, etc.
Register #High ByteLow Byte
40002Current Gas Reading
The current gas reading as a whole number. If the reading is displayed as 23.5 on the display, this register
would contain the number 235.
Register #High ByteLow Byte
40003Alarm 1 Set point
This is the trip point for the first alarm.
Register #High ByteLow Byte
40004Alarm 2 Set point
High Byte
Bit 7Not used, always 0
Bit 6Not used, always 0
Bit 5Not used, always 0
Bit 4Not used, always 0
Bit 31-Unit is in calibration0-Normal operation
Bit 21-Alarm 2 is ascending0-Alarm 2 is descending
Bit 11-Alarm 2 is normally energized0-Alarm 2 is normally de-energized
Bit 01-Alarm 2 is latching0-Alarm 2 is non-latching
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Low Byte
Field Name
HEX
DEC
RTU
Slave Address
0880000 1000
Function
0330000 0011
Start Address Hi
0000000 0000
Start Address Lo
0000000 0000
No. of Registers Hi
0000000 0000
No. of Registers Lo
0660000 0110
CRC
##
#### ####
CRC
##
#### ####
Function
0330000 0011
Byte Count
0C120000 1100
Reg40000 Data Hi
0220000 0010
Reg400
00 Data Lo
64
100
0110 0100
Reg40001 Data Hi
0000000 0000
Reg40001 Data Lo
64
100
0110 0100
Reg40002 Data Hi
0000000 0000
Reg40002 Data Lo
0770000 0111
Reg40003 Data Hi
0000000 0000
Reg40003 Data Lo
0A100000 1010
Reg40004 Data Hi
0000000
0000
Reg40004 Data Lo
14200001 0100
Reg40005 Data Hi
0550000 0101
Reg40005 Data Lo
50800101 0000
CRC
##
#### ####
Bit 71-Alarm 2 Relay is energized0-Alarm 2 Relay is not energized
Bit 61-Alarm 1 is ascending0-Alarm 1 is descending
Bit 51-Alarm 1 is normally energized0-Alarm 1 is normally de-energized
Bit 41-Alarm 1 is latching0-Alarm 1 is non-latching
Bit 31-Alarm 1 Relay is energized0-Alarm 1 Relay is not energized
Bit 21-Fault is normally energized0-Fault is normally de-energized
Bit 11-Fault is latching0-Fault is non-latching
Bit 01-Fault Relay is energized0-Fault Relay is not energized
The following is a typical Master Query for device # 8:
The following is a typical Slave Response from device # 8:
Field NameHEXDECRTU
Slave Address0880000 1000
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CRC###### ####
Additional Notes:
The calibration LED will light when the transmitter is sending a response to a Master Query. Communications
are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, No parity, and half-duplex 485.
On ranges set from 1 ppm to 10 ppm the reading and alarm set points are displayed as ##.##ppm.
On ranges set from 15 ppm to 50 ppm the reading and alarm set points are displayed as ##.#ppm.
To accommodate these fractional readings using the Modbus™ interface, the reading and alarm set points are
multiplied by 100 before they are stored for retrieval by a Modbus™ command.
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Examples:
The transmitter is set for a range of 5 ppm.
The display on the transmitter reads 2.74 ppm.
The transmitter is polled for its reading using a Modbus™ command.
The value returned in the response is decimal 274.
Obtain the correct reading by dividing.
274/100 = 2.74 ppm.
The transmitter is set for a range of 25 ppm.
The display on the transmitter reads 22.9 ppm.
The transmitter is polled for its reading using a Modbus™ command.
The value returned in the response is decimal 2290.
Obtain the correct reading by dividing.
2290/100 = 22.9 ppm.
On ranges above 50 ppm there is no math involved. The readings are stored the same as they are seen on the
transmitters display.
15.0DISPLAY CONTRAST ADJUST
Detcon MicroSafeTM sensors feature a 16 character backlit liquid crystal display. Like most LCDs, character
contrast can be affected by viewing angle and temperature. Temperature compensation circuitry included in
the MicroSafeTM design will compensate for this characteristic; however temperature extremes may still
cause a shift in the contrast. Display contrast can be adjusted by the user if necessary. However, changing the
contrast requires that the sensor housing be opened, thus declassification of the area is required.
To adjust the display contrast, remove the enclosure cover and use a jeweler’s screwdriver to turn the contrast
adjust screw located beneath the metallic face plate. The adjustment location is marked “CONTRAST”. See
Figure 13 for location.
1. Verify if this is a Biased sensor (see section 6.0).
2. Wait up to 8 hours for unit to come on-scale if using a low range biased sensor.
3. Verify that there is not large amounts of target gas or interfering gases in background.
Reading Higher than Anticipated
Probable Causes: Target or Interfering gases in background, Incorrect calibration for Zero or Span, Biased
sensor still stabilizing.
1. Verify no target or interfering gases are present.
2. Redo Zero and Span calibrations with validated Zero Gas and Span Gas standards.
3. If recovering after a start-up, give more time to stabilize.
Reading Lower than Anticipated
Probable Causes: Target gas or Interfering gases in background during Zero Calibration, Zero Calibration done
before unit finished stabilizing, Incorrect Span Calibration.
1. Redo Zero and Span calibrations with validated Zero Gas and Span Gas standards.
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Sensor Fault
Probable Causes: Yellow wire is connected. Sensor has drifted since last zero cal.
1. Remove yellow wire if connected.
2. Redo Zero calibration
Zero Calibration Fault
Probable Causes: Target gas or Interfering gases in background during Zero Calibration, Failed
electrochemical sensor.
1.Verify no target or interfering gases are present.
2.Redo Zero and Span calibrations with validated Zero Gas and Span Gas standards.
3.If recovering after a start-up, give more time to stabilize.
Span Calibration Fault
Probable Causes: Failed electrochemical sensor, ice/mud/dust blocking sensor membrane, invalid span
calibration gas do to age and contamination or insufficient flow rate.
1. Verify there is no ice/mud/dust blocking sensor membrane.
2. Redo Span Calibration with validated Span Gas standard (check with Pull Tube).
3. Reinitialize unit by plugging in transmitter while holding the magnet on PGM1. Scroll through and
select the correct gas type. Make sure all customer settings are re-entered after “re-initialization”.
4. Replace with new electrochemical sensor.
Noisy Sensor (continuous drift) or suddenly Spiking
Probable Cause: Unstable power source, Inadequate grounding, Inadequate RFI protection.
1. Verify power Source output and stability.
2. Contact Detcon for assistance in optimizing shielding and grounding.
3. Add RFI Protection accessory available from Detcon.
1. Reinitialize unit by plugging in transmitter and then swiping the magnet over PGM1 while “Universal
Transmitter” is displayed. Scroll through and select the correct gas type and range (see section 13.0
Universal Transmitter Features). Make sure all customer specific settings are re-entered after “reinitialization”.
DM-600IS Instruction ManualRev 1.5.9Page 34 of 37
17.0SPARE PARTS LIST
943-000006-132Calibration Adapter
500-001794-004Connector board
327-000000-000Programming Magnet
897-850901-010Detcon Aluminum Enclosure with glass lens cover
960-202200-000Condensation prevention packet (replace annually).
926-995580-000DM-6xx Series Universal Plug-in Control Circuit
926-845580-04P*DM-6xx-H2 LEL range Series Universal Plug-in Control Circuit
* The H2 LEL range transmitter is not universal but is discrete to Hydrogen in the 0-4% by volume range.
Detcon, Inc., as manufacturer, warrants each new electrochemical toxic gas plug-in sensor cell, for a specified
period under the conditions described as follows: The warranty period begins on the date of shipment to the
original purchaser and ends after the specified period as listed in the table in Section 4.0. The sensor cell is
warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Should any sensor cell fail to perform in
accordance with published specifications within the warranty period, return the defective part to Detcon, Inc.,
4055 Technology Forest Blvd. Suite 100, The Woodlands, Texas 77381, for necessary repairs or replacement.
19.0SERVICE POLICY
Detcon, Inc., as manufacturer, warrants under intended normal use each new DM-500IS series plug-in signal
transmitter Control Circuit and intrinsically safe Sensor Head circuit to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment to the original purchaser. Detcon, Inc.,
further provides for a five year fixed fee service policy wherein any failed signal Transmitter shall be repaired
or replaced as is deemed necessary by Detcon, Inc., for a fixed fee of $65.00. Any failed intrinsically safe
Sensor Head circuit shall be repaired or replaced as is deemed necessary by Detcon, Inc., for a fixed fee of
$55.00. The fixed fee service policy shall affect any factory repair for the period following the two year
warranty and shall end five years after expiration of the warranty. All warranties and service policies are FOB
the Detcon facility located in The Woodlands, Texas.
20.0Revision History
000006-132
CO interfering with C2H3CL was 12150=100, changed to
200=100
about maximum distance of sensor separation (Section 5.5)
Shipping Address 4055 Technology Forest Blvd. Suite 100,., The Woodlands Texas 77381
DM-600IS Instruction ManualRev 1.5.9Page 37 of 37
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8067, The Woodlands Texas 77387-8067
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