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AGM-SZ Ammonia Gas Monitor - Single Zone Instruction 3015-4286 Installation / Operation / Maintenance Rev. 3 August 2009 UL 61010-1 CSA 22.2 No. 61010-1 Product Leadership • Training • Service • Reliability...
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Bacharach, Inc. warrants to Buyer that it will convey good title to this Product. Bacharach's liability and Buyer's remedy under this warranty of title are limited to the removal of any title defects or, at the election of Bacharach, to the replacement of this Product or parts thereof that are defective in title.
Introduction How to Use This Manual Thank you for investing in a BACHARACH AGM-SZ (Ammonia Gas Monitor - Single Zone). This manual provides important information on how to install, operate, and service the AGM-SZ monitoring unit. To assure operator safety and the proper use of the monitor, please read, understand, and follow the contents of this manual.
Misuse & Modifications to the Monitor The protection provided by the monitor may be impaired if the monitor is used in a manner not specified by Bacharach, Inc. Changes or modifications to this monitor, not expressly approved, will void the warranty. In Case of Malfunction Do not continue to use this equipment if there are any symptoms of malfunction or failure.
The Bacharach AGM-SZ (Ammonia Gas Monitor Single Zone) is designed to continuously test for the presence of ammonia gas in an area that is located up to 500 ft (152.4 m) away from the monitor. The AGM-SZ displays the type of gas being monitored, along with displaying both the current gas level and the peak gas level detected in that area on its front panel LCD.
It may be necessary to perform a “smoke” test of the mechanical room to determine the best monitoring point. The smoke test would provide the pattern of air currents present in the room. AGM-SZ Refrigerant Gas Leak Monitor Mechanical Room Placement Instruction 3015-4286...
Open the enclosure and inspect the interior of the monitor for loose components that may have become dislodged during shipment. If damage is discovered, please contact the nearest Bacharach Service Center for assistance. Location of the Monitor Place the monitor in a location that will require no more than 500 ft (152.4 m) of tubing (total of sample line +...
Inlet Port ½" / ¾" Service Knockout* * There is an additional Service Knockout on top of the case Enclosure Mounting Specs AGM-SZ Bottom View ½" / ¾" Service Knockout* Gas Sample Inlet Port Gas Sample Exhaust Port Instruction 3015-4286...
Gas Sample Exhaust Port’s barbed fitting. Ensure that no loops or dips are present that could trap condensate. This is likely as outside air can be cooler than instrument. Note that the exhaust line does not require a termination filter. Termination Filter (P/N 3015-3420) Instruction 3015-4286...
Pump Relay Connector *For IR Bench Gas In/Out, See AGM-SZ Bottom View drawing on page 6. CPU Reset Switch Hydrophobic Filter 4–20 MA Connector (Signal Out. Do not apply power!) IR Bench Gas Out* IR Bench Gas In* Instruction 3015-4286...
WARNING: Copper conductors for connection to supply mains must be made in accordance with NEC/CEC and local codes CAUTION: Drilling holes in the AGM-SZ enclosure may damage the unit and will void the warranty. Please use knockouts provided for electrical connections. Instruction 3015-4286 AC Power Connections...
Power for the external alarm devices may be supplied from an external power source, or from the monitor’s AC input terminals. Alarm Point 100 ppm Alarm Point 300 ppm Alarm Point 500 ppm System Fault Event External Alarm Relay Connector Instruction 3015-4286...
20 mA, and upon exiting this function the loop output is set to 4 mA. CAUTION: Never apply power to the 4–20 mA Current Loop Connector from an external power supply. Connect only a load resistor and/or a floating measurement device. Instruction 3015-4286 Typical External Alarm Relay 1 Wiring 4–20 mA Current Loop Connector...
SILENCE function (Page 17). The ALARM light will turn OFF after the detected gas level goes below the lowest alarm point and after the SILENCE button is pressed. Instruction 3015-4286 SYSTEM FAULT ALARM Light...
PRES CHK is displayed when the monitor is performing an atmospheric pressure check, which is done to ensure the accuracy of the gas measurement under varying atmospheric conditions. This pressure check is performed every 30 minutes. 00485pk PRES CHK 00485pk 0ppm R717 0ppm R717 Instruction 3015-4286...
Press QUIT to return to the previous screen. Refer to Working with System Faults (Page 18). In the example on the right, record #15 shows that a Purge Flow Fault <1000> occurred on 11/10/03 at 12:37. Instruction 3015-4286 >P-CHK CLOCK #025...
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24.5cD 14.00psi 0.4ppm 0.00 0.00002au 4.260v SELECT GAS TYPE R717 EDIT LEAK LEVEL 0100 PPM EDIT SPILL LEVEL 0300 PPM EDIT EVAC LEVEL 0500 PPM LOG INTERVAL IS 0010 min EDIT LOOP FACTOR 0.016 ma/PPM AUDIBLE ALARM IS Instruction 3015-4286...
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Use the Keypad to enter the desired temperature, and then press ENTER to save that value and return to the previous screen. – Used to change the monitor’s calibration factor. This function is to be used ONLY with instructions from a Bacharach Service Center. Factory default is 1.000. P-CHK –...
The alarm circuit will reactivate at the end of the silence period if the cause of the fault has not been corrected. The SYSTEM FAULT light will automatically turn OFF once the fault has been cleared. Instruction 3015-4286...
Locate the monitor in an area containing fresh air, or install a purge air line. Refer to Location of the Monitor (Page 5). Instruction 3015-4286 <0200> Gain Set Fault: The digipot autotune sequence has failed. This fault will only occur on first boot up or after a firmware upgrade.
Purge Valve Asterisk (∗) – When viewing the Pressure screen, the purge valve can be opened and closed by pressing the Left Arrow Keypad button. An asterisk appears on the display when the purge valve is open. ∗ Stored Ambient Pressure Fault Code Instruction 3015-4286...
Purge Valve Asterisk (∗) – When viewing the diagnostic screen, the purge valve can be opened and closed by pressing the Left Arrow Keypad button. An asterisk appears on the display when the purge valve is open. Instruction 3015-4286 Fault Code Fault Code ∗...
From the Data Display screen, use the Keypad buttons to place the arrow (>) on the display next to the CAL function. Then press ENTER to display the Calibration screen. R717 CALFACTOR 1.000 With the Calibration screen displayed, use the Keypad buttons to enter the new calibration factor. Press ENTER to save this value. Instruction 3015-4286...
The Sample Pump (Page 8) draws the gas sample into the monitor, through the IR detector, and discharges the sample out the monitor’s exhaust port. When replacing the pump, remove its inlet and outlet tubing, disconnect the AC power wires from the pump itself, and remove pump from monitor. Install a new sample pump (P/N 3015-5176). Instruction 3015-4286...
Replacement Pump Tubing: ¼ in OD by the foot 250 ft. roll *Warning: In compliance with agency approvals & safety regulations, the battery must be replaced with the specified Bacharach replacement part. Item Description Surge Protectors: 120 V 4-20 mA...
Service Centers Replacement parts and service can be obtained by contacting one of the following Bacharach Service Centers. United States Bacharach, Inc. 621 Hunt Valley Circle New Kensington, PA 15068 Phone: 724-334-5051 Fax: 724-334-5723 Email: help@mybacharach.com Canada Bacharach of Canada, Inc.
AC Power ... 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption... 15 Watts Size/Weight... 7.4"H x 15"W x 3.3"D / 5 lbs. Certification ... UL 61010-1; CAN/CSA 22.2 No. 61010-1 CE Mark (see inside front cover) Warranty... 2 Years from date of shipment / R-717 Instruction 3015-4286...