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Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector
AutroPath HC800
Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03
P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16

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  • Page 1 Instructi ons Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16...
  • Page 2 This publication, or parts thereof, may not be reproduced in any form, by any method, for any purpose. Autronica Fire and Security AS and its subsidiaries assume no responsibility for any errors that may appear in the publi- cation, or for damages arising from the information in it.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    D - HaRt coMMunication . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS...
  • Page 4 Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS...

  • Page 5: Application

    Alarm and fault relays are available as an option. protection system using other Autronica Fire and Security equipment. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev.

  • Page 6: Operation Overview

    HC800 OUTPUT EQUALS 1 LFL-M IN ALL THREE SCENARIOS Figure 1—Detector Response to three Gas clouds of Different Size and concentration Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 2...
  • Page 7 1.9% 19000 57000 Butane 100% 1.9% 19000 76000 Butane 100% 1.9% 19000 95000 Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 3...

  • Page 8: Optional Relays

    This optimization only happens during the zero HART or Modbus communication. calibration process. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 4...

  • Page 9: Operation

    Modbus communication is required to change the factory default settings. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 5...

  • Page 10: 4-20 Ma Current Loop Output

    Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 6...

  • Page 11: Heater Control

    Note: When the Communication Link is used, the transmitter LED operation matches receiver LED operation, including alarm status. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 7...
  • Page 12 10 Pulses Over Range 20.5 20.5 20.5 Energized Enabled Red - Solid Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 8...
  • Page 13 Gas is likely present in high concentration; react accordingly. output, as this is maximum gas concentration that will be displayed. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 9...

  • Page 14: Status And Fault Indication

    4 mA to indicate a fault condition. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 10...
  • Page 15 See Tables 4 and 5 for details. aVailablE GaS SEttinGS— Third party performance approved to Methane, Butane, and Propane. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 11...
  • Page 16 “Mounting Instructions” for brow installation procedure. inGRESS pRotEction— NEMA Type 4X certified, IP66/67 (Manufacturer verified). Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 12...
  • Page 17 Figure 5—Mounted Dimensions of autropath Hc800 Receiver in inches (cm) in inches (cm) Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 13...

  • Page 18: Important Safety Notes

    The system is immune to the effects detect hydrogen gas. of exposure to both direct and refl ected sunlight. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 14...
  • Page 19 2 meters above grade minimizes typical beam block conditions due to Contact Autronica Fire and Security if guidance on human activities, while enabling satisfactory detection optimum installation locations is required. Additional capability.

  • Page 20: Module Mounting Recommendations

    NeMA ratings when using NPT stopping plugs, one to three wraps of Teflon tape is required. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 16...
  • Page 21 (Refer to "Dimensions" in the “Specifications” section for mounting plate hole spacing dimensions .) Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 17...

  • Page 22: Replacing An Existing Model Hc600 With An Hc800

    (1.27) B2668 Figure 11—Dimensions of 012718-003 Flat Surface Mounting plate in inches (cm) Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 18...

  • Page 23: Power Wiring Size And Maximum Length

    HC800. Field Communicator. Contact the factory for further assistance. 3. Normally, nothing smaller than 18 AWG (1.0 mm is recommended by Autronica Fire and Security for NoTe AutroPath HC800 power cabling. Refer to “Alarm Relays” in the “Specifications” section of this manual for important information Wire size requirements are dependent upon power regarding alarm relays.
  • Page 24 HI ALARM NO B2643 HART Figure 13—Wiring terminal identification for autropath Hc800 Receiver with Relays Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 20...
  • Page 25 Figure 17—Receiver Wired for isolated 4-20 ma current output Figure 19—Receiver Wired for isolated 4-20 ma current output (Sinking) (Sourcing) Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 21...

  • Page 26: Startup

    Figure 21— typical System Wiring including optional communication link Wiring — Receiver Wired for non-isolated 4–20 ma current output (Sinking) Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 22...

  • Page 27: Equipment Required

    DETECTOR MOUNTING ASSEMBLY Figure 23—autropath Hc800 Mounting and alignment bracket (Receiver Module Shown) Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 23...
  • Page 28 (center of transmitter window) and the current position (after the scope was rotated 180°). See Figure 25. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 24...

  • Page 29: Aperture Kit For Short Range Applications

    **A HART handheld device is needed to read over-range values. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 25...

  • Page 30: Recommendations For Using The Hart Field Communicator

    HART or Modbus communication is required to check the gain. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 26...

  • Page 31: Transmitter Lamp Voltage

    400-950 V (default = 750 V). Contact the factory for further information or assistance. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 27...

  • Page 32: Calibration Initiation

    3 to 30 seconds and release while LEDs are flashing yellow at 5 Hz. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 28...

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    AutroPath HC800 safety manual. NoTe Refer to the AutroPath HC800 Safety Manual Autronica Fire and Security provides two functional for specifi c requirements and recommendations check options for the AutroPath HC800. The test fi lm applicable to the proper installation, operation,...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    Handle the device by the housing, taking care not may be present. to touch electronic components or terminals. CautIon only Autronica authorized personnel are allowed to perform this repair. CautIon Replacement of the AutroPath HC800 transmitter or receiver module requires disassembly of the device housing.

  • Page 35: Module Replacement Procedure

    LOCKING SET SCREW A2661 A2662 Figure 26—autropath Hc800 transmitter Figure 27—autropath Hc800 Receiver Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 31...

  • Page 36: Device Repair And Return

    5 and 40 meters and signal Prior to returning devices, contact the nearest local saturation is indicated after completion of the Basic Autronica Fire and Security office so that a Return Alignment procedure, an aperture will be required Material Identification (RMI) number can be assigned.

  • Page 37: Ordering Information

    ASSIStANCe For assistance in ordering a system to meet the needs ACCeSSoRIeS of a specific application, contact Autronica Fire and Security AS. Part Number Description 116-011773-001 Short Range Aperture Kit 116-012673-001 System Test Films (set of 5 films)
  • Page 38 NOTE: “Kit” is a complete system, consisting of a transmitter, receiver, aperture, and mounting hardware. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 34...

  • Page 39: Appendix A - Atex Approval Description

    1/2 inch NPT, 3/4 inch NPT, M20 and M25 sizes, with IP66/67 rating. • Flameproof joints are not user serviceable; contact Autronica Fire and Security AS. • Seven special fasteners are provided for the Transmitter electronics module, M8 bolts per ISO 965 with M6 head, SST with a yield strength of 483 N/mm (70,000 PSI).
  • Page 40 116-012660-001 Mounting Bracket 116-103922-001 HART Handheld Communicator 116-011824-001 Modbus Program 116-102740-002 Calibration Magnet Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 36...
  • Page 41 Manufactured by: Detector Electronics Corporation www.det-tronics.com Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 37...

  • Page 42: Appendix B - Iecex Approval Description

    • The metal housings of the Model AutroPath HC800 Gas Detector must be electrically connected to earth ground. • Flameproof joints are not user serviceable; contact Autronica Fire and Security AS. • Seven special fasteners are provided for the Transmitter electronics module, M8 bolts per ISO 965 with M6 head, SST with a yield strength of 483 N/mm2 (70,000 PSI).
  • Page 43 Manufactured by: Detector Electronics Corporation www.det-tronics.com Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 39...

  • Page 44: Appendix C - Additional Approvals

    TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY VIBRATION ENCLOSURE lS2000 c/ip66/ip67 Relevant tests according to “Standard for Certification No. 2.4.” location classes for Hc800 (Shaded areas show autronica approved location classes) Column 1 Column 2 MAIN AREAS ON BOARD TYPE LOCATION WITHIN MAIN AREA Open...

  • Page 45: Appendix D - Hart Communication

    250 ohms load resistance in series in the loop, and retry by selecting “online.” To poll multiple devices in the loop, refer to the HART Communicator manual. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 41...
  • Page 46 This section displays the menu trees for the AutroPath HC800. The Menu tree shows the primary commands and options available when using menu selections. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 42...
  • Page 47 8. Interrogating the history menu for information including total running hours, max/min temperature, calibration and event logs. Line of Sight Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector AutroPath HC800 , 116-P-HC800/IGB, Rev. A, 2016-03-03 P/N 95-8744, v4.2 , rev. 3/16 Autronica Fire and Security AS Page 43...
  • Page 50 Autronica Fire and Security AS Haakon VIIs gt. 4, NO-7041 Trondheim, Norway | Tel: +47 90 90 55 00 | Fax: +47 73 58 25 01 E-mail: info@autronicafire.no | www.autronicafire.com...

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