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Bacharach MGS Series Installation And Operation Manual

Multi-channel input single and dual alarm controllers
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Multi-Channel Input
Single and Dual Alarm
Controllers
Installation and Operation Manual
Instruction 6709-9000
Rev 2 – June 2014
Product Leadership • Training • Service • Reliability
0.561.8187
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  • Page 1 Multi-Channel Input Single and Dual Alarm Controllers Installation and Operation Manual Instruction 6709-9000 Rev 2 – June 2014 Product Leadership • Training • Service • Reliability 0.561.8187 information@itm. www. .com...

  • Page 2: Information@Itm

    INSTRUMENT REQUIRE NON-WARRANTY REPAIR, YOU MAY CONTACT THE DISTRIBUTOR FROM WHOM IT WAS PURCHASED OR YOU MAY CONTACT BACHARACH DIRECTLY. IF BACHARACH IS TO DO THE REPAIR WORK, SEND THE INSTRUMENT, PREPAID, TO BACHARACH, INC. AT THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. BACHARACH, INC.
  • Page 3 AND ALL RIGHTS ARE RESERVED. NO PARTY MAY USE OR COPY SUCH SOFTWARE IN ANY MANNER OR FORMAT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT BACHARACH GRANTS THEM A LICENSE TO DO SO. IF THIS SOFTWARE IS BEING LOADED ONTO MORE THAN ONE COMPUTER, EXTRA SOFTWARE LICENSES MUST BE PURCHASED.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    MGS Series Controller Manual Table of Contents SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION ................ 5 1.1. O ....................5 VERVIEW 1.2. 2-C ............. 5 HANNEL AND HANNEL ODELS 1.3. A ....................5 LARMING 1.4. C ....................8 OMPONENTS 1.5. S .................... 9 PECIFICATIONS SECTION 2.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Section 1. Introduction 1.1. Overview The MGS Series controllers provide local alarm status indications (via multi-colored, per-channel LEDs) as well as single-level or dual-level digital (relay) alarm outputs based on 1, 2, 4, or 6 input signals and 1 or 2 user-definable set-points.
  • Page 6 MGS Series Controller Manual Figure 1. Sample Configurations (1,2-Channel) 6709-9000 Rev 2 0.561.8187 information@itm. www. .com...
  • Page 7 MGS Series Controller Manual Figure 2. Sample Configurations (4,6-Channel) MGS Controllers have either one or two relay outputs: one for single- level alarm controllers (“Alarm”), and 2 for dual-level alarm controllers (“Alarm High” and “Alarm Low”). Unlike the alarm LEDs that provide a channel-by-channel alarm status of each incoming transmitter’s signal,...

  • Page 8: Components

    MGS Series Controller Manual For dual-alarm configurations, the Alarm Low relay output “trips” or “energizes” if any of the inputs exceed the alarm threshold set by the low alarm pot. Similarly, the Alarm High relay output “trips” or “energizes” if any of the inputs exceed the alarm threshold set by the high alarm pot.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    MGS Series Controller Manual 1.5. Specifications Specification 1-2 Channel 4-6 Channel Product Type 1-2 channel alarm 4-6 channel alarm controller controller Max Channels Inputs 4-20 mA 4-20 mA Display LED alarm indicators LED alarm indicators Ambient -20 to +50 degrees C...

  • Page 10: Mounting Instructions

    MGS Series Controller Manual Section 2. Mounting Instructions 2.1. Installation Warnings WARNING: Explosion hazard! Do not mount the MGS Controller in an area that may contain flammable liquids, vapors, or aerosols. Operation of any electrical equipment in such an environment constitutes a safety hazard.

  • Page 11: Mounting Dimensions

    Heavy localized exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide, dioxide, propane) from engine-driven forklifts in confined spaces or close to sensors. Bacharach recommends setting the alarm delay to minimize false alarms. See Section 4.7 for more information. 2.3. Mounting Dimensions The controllers contain a single teardrop cutout at the top center of the enclosure.
  • Page 12 MGS Series Controller Manual Figure 3. Mounting Dimensions (2-Channel Unit) 6709-9000 Rev 2 0.561.8187 information@itm. www. .com...
  • Page 13 MGS Series Controller Manual Figure 4. Mounting Dimensions (6-Channel Unit) 6709-9000 Rev 2 0.561.8187 information@itm. www. .com...

  • Page 14: Wiring

    MGS Series Controller Manual Section 3. Wiring 3.1. 1- and 2-Channel Units (Single- and Dual-Alarm) Controller Controller Sensor/ Signal Terminal Block Pin Number Transmitter +Ve supply +V in Sensor 4-20 mA signal 4-20 mA out Connections -Ve input GND in Figure 5.

  • Page 15: 4- And 6-Channel Units (Single- And Dual-Alarm)

    MGS Series Controller Manual Figure 6. Wiring (2-Channel, Dual-Alarm Unit Shown) 3.2. 4- and 6-Channel Units (Single- and Dual-Alarm) Wiring to Sensors Controller Controller Sensor/ Signal Terminal Block Pin Number Transmitter +Ve supply +V in CN1 – CN6 4-20 mA signal...
  • Page 16 MGS Series Controller Manual Figure 7. Wiring (6-Channel, Single-Alarm Unit Shown) 6709-9000 Rev 2 0.561.8187 information@itm. www. .com...
  • Page 17 MGS Series Controller Manual Figure 8. Wiring (6-Channel, Dual-Alarm Unit Shown) NOTE: An external horn is provided with 4- and 6-channel units. Refer to the next section for details. 6709-9000 Rev 2 0.561.8187 information@itm. www. .com...

  • Page 18: External Horn (For Audible Alarms)

    MGS Series Controller Manual 3.3. External Horn (for Audible Alarms) ° Horn Specifications (Test Conditions at 25 Specification Description Housing Black ABS Power Rating 10 W (RMS), 15 W (peak) Voltage 12 VDC (Rated), 6-16 VDC range Current 200 mA max (@ 12 VDC)

  • Page 19: Configuration And Operation

    MGS Series Controller Manual Section 4. Configuration and Operation 4.1. Overview The following topics are explained in this section: • Changing alarm limits (pots and CAL header) • Fail-safe operation (jumper) • Muting the audible alarm (key) • Resetting high alarms (button) 4.2.

  • Page 20: Changing Alarm Level For 2-Channel, 1-Alarm Units

    MGS Series Controller Manual 4.3. Changing Alarm Level for 2-Channel, 1-Alarm Units Step Instructions Connect voltmeter leads to the GND test point and HIGH test point. Using the flat-blade screwdriver, adjust the corresponding HIGH potentiometer until the reading on the DC voltmeter corresponds to the desired input alarm level.

  • Page 21: Changing Alarm Level For 2-Channel, 2-Alarm Units

    MGS Series Controller Manual 4.4. Changing Alarm Level for 2-Channel, 2-Alarm Units Step Instructions Connect voltmeter leads to the GND test point and HIGH test point. Using the flat-blade screwdriver, adjust the corresponding HIGH potentiometer until the reading on the DC voltmeter corresponds to the desired input high alarm level.

  • Page 22: Changing Alarm Level For 6-Channel, 1-Alarm Units

    MGS Series Controller Manual NOTE: Both channels have the same alarm thresholds. 4.5. Changing Alarm Level for 6-Channel, 1-Alarm Units Step Instructions Connect voltmeter leads to the GND test point and HIGH test point. Using the flat-blade screwdriver, adjust the corresponding HIGH potentiometer until the reading on the DC voltmeter corresponds to the desired input alarm level.

  • Page 23: Changing Alarm Level For 6-Channel, 2-Alarm Units

    MGS Series Controller Manual 4.6. Changing Alarm Level for 6-Channel, 2-Alarm Units Step Instructions Connect voltmeter leads to the GND test point and HIGH test point. Using the flat-blade screwdriver, adjust the corresponding HIGH potentiometer until the reading on the DC voltmeter corresponds to the desired input high alarm level.

  • Page 24: Output Delays

    MGS Series Controller Manual 4.7. Output Delays There is a fixed delay between the sensor output indicating an alarm and the controller registering this alarm condition as valid. This is to prevent false alarms on transient outputs. This delay period is fixed and is approximately 25 seconds for the low level and then another 25 seconds for the high level.

  • Page 25: Resetting High Alarms (Dual-Level Units Only)

    MGS Series Controller Manual 4.10. Resetting High Alarms (Dual-Level Units Only) The red pushbutton on the controller is used to acknowledge (reset) high alarms. Once the unit goes into a high alarm state the alarm latches. After the gas has cleared the reset button must be pushed to clear the alarm(s).
  • Page 26 MGS Series Controller Manual 6709-9000 Rev 2 0.561.8187 information@itm. www. .com...

  • Page 27: Declaration Of Conformity

    MGS Series Controller Manual ECLARATION OF ONFORMITY The manufacturer of Bacharach, Inc. the products covered 621 Hunt Valley Circle by this declaration: New Kensington, PA 15068 Year conformity is 2014 (IEC/EN61010), 2011 (EN61326) declared: Product(s): Model(s): MGS Controller The undersigned hereby declares that the above referenced products are in conformity with the provisions of the following standard(s) and is in accordance with the following directive(s).
  • Page 28 MGS Series Controller Manual World Headquarters 621 Hunt Valley Circle, New Kensington, Pennsylvania 15068 Phone: 724-334-5000 • Toll Free: 1-800-736-4666 • Fax: 724-334-5001 Website: www.MyBacharach.com • E-mail: help@MyBacharach.com 6709-9000 Rev 2 0.561.8187 information@itm. www. .com...

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