Bacharach MGS 550 Quick Start Manual

Refrigerant Gas Detector
for Machinery Rooms, Cold Rooms & Freezers
Quick Start
Refrigerant Leak Detection
Guide
P/N: 1100-0999 | November 2018 Revision 1
WARNING: Strictly follow the instructions in the User
Manual (P/N: 1100-1000).
CAUTION: DO NOT USE this product in
oxygen-enriched environments of >21% oxygen.
High "off-scale" readings may indicate an explosive
concentration.
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1. Operating Area & Conditions
The Bacharach MGS-550 is an instrument for the continuous
monitoring of toxic and combustible gases, oxygen and
refrigerants in ambient air. The instrument is housed in a rugged
ABS or aluminum enclosure for indoor and outdoor applications.
The instrument can be connected to a Bacharach monitoring
system or a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). With the
integrated alarm relay configuration, the instrument can be
operated as a stand-alone unit (with additional local alarm
signaling). The instrument is designed to be installed in
non-classified, non-hazardous, permanent locations.
The instrument is powered by 19.5 to 28.5 VDC or 24 VAC (± 20%).
The measured gas concentration is converted to a 4 to 20 mA, 0 to
5 V, 0 to 10 V, 1 to 5 V, 2 to 10 V analog and digital Modbus RTU
output signal. The instrument accepts wire sizes of 16 to 24 AWG
(0.2 to 1.5 mm ).
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2. Safety Instructions
For more detailed product information, scan here or visit
http://bit.ly/2DozhbY to access the MGS-500 User
Manual (P/N: 1100-1000).
USER MANUAL: Before using this equipment, carefully read
and strictly follow the MGS-550 User Manual (P/N: 1100-1000).
The user must fully understand and strictly observe the
instructions. Use the equipment only for the purposes listed
and under the conditions specified in that document.
CODE COMPLIANCE: Comply with all local and national laws,
rules and regulations associated with this equipment.
GENUINE PARTS: Use only genuine Bacharach spare parts
and accessories, otherwise proper functioning of the
equipment may be impaired.
FLAME PROOF AND EXPLOSION PROOF JOINTS: Joints of the
flame proof/explosion proof enclosure are not in accordance
with the relevant minimum or maximum values of EN/IEC
60079-1. The joints are not intended to be re-worked by the user.
EXPLOSIVE DIRECTIVES: As long as no EC-Type Examination
Certificate per Annex II, clauses 1.5.5, 1.5.6 and 1.5.7 of
Directive 94/9/EC exists: the measuring function of the gas
detection transmitter for explosion protection, according to
Annex II, clauses 1.5.5, 1.5.6 and 1.5.7 of Directive 94/9/EC is
not covered.
When using the product in areas subject to explosion hazards,
refer to the following:
● Instruments or components for use in explosion-hazard
areas which have been tested and approved according to
national, European or international Explosion Protection
Regulations may only be used under the conditions
specified in the approval and with consideration of the
relevant legal regulations.
● The instruments or components may not be modified in any
manner. The use of faulty or incomplete parts is
forbidden. The appropriate regulations must be
observed at all times when carrying out repairs on these
instruments or components.
3. Mounting
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS: Carefully consider the full
range of environmental conditions to which the instruments will
be exposed.
TARGET GAS CONSIDERATIONS: The physical data of the gas or
vapor to be detected must be observed.
APPLICATION CONSIDERATIONS: The specifics
application (for example, possible leaks, air movement/draft, etc.)
must be observed.
ACCESSIBILITY CONSIDERATIONS: The degree of accessibility
required for maintenance purposes must be granted.
ACCESSORY CONSIDERATIONS: The types of optional and
accessory equipment that will be used with the system must be
kept in mind.
SENSOR POSITIONING: When installing the instrument or the
remote sensor, the sensor opening should always be pointing
downward.
SUN SHIELD CONSIDERATIONS: If the instrument is exposed to
direct sunlight, the use of a sun-shield is recommended.
Mounting
Point (ABS)
of the
4. Weight & Dimensions (Approximate)
COMPONENT
General Purpose Enclosure
Rugged Enclosure
120.6 mm (4.75 in)
FULL-SIZE
MOUNTING
TEMPLATES --
DO NOT
RESCALE
WIDTH HEIGHT DEPTH
mm in mm in mm
210 8.3 225 8.9 85
125 4.9 190 7.5 90
WEIGHT
kg
in lbs
3.4 1 2
3.5
1.6 3.5