Introduction - Honeywell SPM Flex User Manual

SPM Flex Gas Detector

Introduction

The SPM Flex gas detector is an extractive gas monitoring system that draws gas
samples locally or from a remote point to a Chemcassette tape-based optical gas
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detection system� A wide range of toxic gas Chemcassette cartridges are available
that enable detection of gases used or generated in semiconductor manufacturing
and industrial environments�
The SPM Flex gas detector, available in wall mounted and portable versions,
locally displays gas concentration, alarm, fault and status information via its backlit
color LCD and LEDs� A simple to use 4-button keypad adjacent to the display
provides the ability to set-up, review, operate and make changes to the detector's
configuration� The intuitive display and menu structure are designed to require
minimal training� The SPM Flex has a local audio alarm with user-configurable
output levels� The detector can be used both indoors and outdoors in a wide range
of weather conditions�
The detector has flexible power and communications capabilities� These include
3 on-board relays, 4-20 mA analog output and Modbus/TCP outputs for signal
and service connectivity� The gas detector is equipped with a USB port for
configuration-sharing firmware updates and data downloads� For web-enabled
devices, web pages are available via the Ethernet port�
Standard operation conditions
The SPM Flex gas detector is designed for use in temperatures between 32ºF
and 104ºF (0ºC and 40ºC) and relative humidities between 0 and 100% (the
relative humidities are limited by tape and calibration)� The sample line will require
additional hardware to remove moisture in high relative humidity conditions where
condensing may occur (the sample must be non-condensing)� Dry conditions may
require humidification�
High-altitude applications
The SPM Flex pump is optimized for operation at altitudes between –1000 feet
(–305 meters) and 3000 ft� (945 m) above sea level� At altitudes above 3,000 ft�
(915 m), up to a maximum of 6,000 ft� (1,830 m), contact Honeywell Analytics for
calibration� (At 6,000 feet, pump capacity is reduced 18% and a flow-system
adjustment to the bypass valve is required� This must be performed by a Honeywell
Analytics certified technician� Contact Customer Service�)
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