RKI Instruments 1017-03 User Manual

Model 1017-03 Combustible Gas Sample

Draw Detector Head

Operator’s Manual

Part Number: 71-0248RK
Revision: A
Released: 5/22/13

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WARNING

Read and understand this instruction manual before operating
instrument. Improper use of the gas monitor could result in
bodily harm or death.

Periodic calibration and maintenance of the gas monitor is
essential for proper operation and correct readings. Please
calibrate and maintain th is instrument regularly! Frequency of
calibration depends upon the type of use you have and the sensor
types. Typical calibration frequencies for most applications are
between 3 and 6 months, but can be required more often or less
often based on your usage.

Model 1017-03 Operator’s Manual

Warranty

RKI Instruments, Inc. warranties gas alarm equipment manufactured by RKI and sold by
RKI to be free from defects in materials and workmanship 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 r eplaced , at our option, free of charge. This warranty does not apply to
items that are subject to deterioration or consumption in normal service, and which must
be cleaned, repaired, or replaced routinely. Those items include, but are not limited to:

absorbent cartridges sensors
pump diaphragms and valves filter elements
lamp bulbs and fuses batteries

This warranty is voided by mechanical dam age, misuse, alteration, rough handling, or
repairs not in accordance with the operator’s manual. This warranty indicates the full
extent of our liability . We are not responsible for removal or replacement costs, local repair
costs, transportation costs, or contingent expenses incurred without our prior approval.

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HIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS,

EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF RKI

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NSTRUMENTS, INC. INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY OF

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL RKI

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NSTRUMENTS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS OR
DAMAGE OF ANY KIND CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS OR FAILURE OF ITS
PRODUCTS TO FUNCTION OR OPERATE PROPERLY.

This warranty covers instruments and parts sold to end users by authorized distributors,
dealers, and representatives of RKI Instruments, Inc.

We do not assume indemnification fo r any accident or dama g e ca u s e d by the operation of
this gas monitor. Our warranty is limited to replacement of parts or our complete goods.

Model 1017-03 Operator’s Manual

Table of Contents

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Subpanel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Connecting the Sample Lines to the Model 1017-03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Wiring the Model 1017-03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Startup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Introducing Incoming Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setting the Zero Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Tro ubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Replacing Components of the Model 1017-03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Preparing for Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setting the Zero Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setting the Response Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Returning to Normal Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Model 1017-03 Operator’s Manual

Sample-Draw Combustible Gas Detection

Overview

This manual describes the Model 1017-03 sample draw combustible gas detector. This
manual also describes how to install, start up, ma intain, and calibrate the Model 1017-03.
A parts list at the end of this manual lists replacement parts and accessories.

Specifications

Table 1 lists specifications for the Model 1017-03.

Table 1: Specifications

Target Gas Combustible gas, methane calibration standard
Input Power 24 VDC
Construct ion (housing ) Cast Aluminu m All oy, Expl osion Pr oo f f or Cl ass I,

Groups B, C, & D
Dimensions 7.00 in. H x 7.00 in.W x 6.13 in. D
Sampling Method Sample-draw
Recommended Sample Flow 2.0 SCFH
Detection Range 0 to 100% LEL
Response Time 90% in 30 seconds
Accuracy ±5% of reading or ± 2% LEL (whichever is greater)

WARNING: When using the Model 1017-03, you must f ol low the instructions and

warnings in this manual to assure proper and safe operation of the Model
1017-03 and to minimize the risk of personal injury. Be sure to maintain
and periodically calibrate the Model 1017-03 as described in this manual.

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