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DIESELGUARD DIESEL MACHINE MONITOR User Manual Version: 3, April 2016 Designed and manufactured in Australia by Ampcontrol Pty Ltd...
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The note symbol highlights key information. Please share these notes with other operators. ENVIRO The enviro (environmental) symbol highlights areas which may have an impact on the surrounding fauna and/or flora. Uncontrolled Copy - Refer to Ampcontrol Website for Latest Version Page 2 of 27...
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AMPCONTROL PTY LTD. Disclaimer While every effort has been made to assure the accuracy and clarity of this document, AMPCONTROL PTY LTD assumes no liability resulting from any omissions in this document, or from misuse of the information obtained herein.
MAG-179 Version 3 – APR/16 1 SAFETY AND OTHER WARNINGS For safety reasons, the Dieselguard System must be installed, operated and serviced only by competent personnel. Please read and understand this instruction manual completely before installing, operating or servicing this equipment. Failure to install or operate this instrument in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual may create hazardous operating conditions.
All equipment should be stored indoors between 0-40˚C, preferably on shelves and protected from moisture and sunlight. In order to maximise the lifespan of the battery installed in the Dieselguard unit, it is recommended that the Dieselguard be connected to a power supply during extended storage periods.
The Diesel Machine Monitor is an Exm ia certified product that is powered from the alternator supply of the vehicle. Apart from the supply power all other connection to the Dieselguard Control unit are Ex ia Intrinsically Safe (IS) circuits.
The Dieselguard Machine Monitor is equipped with wireless capability that allows the user to connect to the unit, through the use of the Dieselguard Base Station, and configure alarm trip points, provide real time status information and download logged data.
If the IDA display is used it should be mounted in a position where the driver can see it without it being in his direct line of vision. See IDA technical datasheet for more detail. Uncontrolled Copy - Refer to Ampcontrol Website for Latest Version Page 10 of 27...
The Pneumatic Bypass Assembly contains the I.S. Solenoid Valve as well as a manually operated valve. The manually operated valve allows the operator to bypass the Dieselguard system in the event of a flat battery in the Diesel Machine Monitor.
If modifications of any form are made to the Dieselguard System, the equipment may no longer be fit for use. If any modifications or damage to the Dieselguard System is evident, do not use the equipment and contact Ampcontrol for advice.
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MAG-179 Version 3 – APR/16 Modifications must not be made to any part of the Dieselguard System. As supplied, the unit is built to, and complies with the relevant standards. Modifications to its construction will render the unit non-compliant.
Figure 4.1: Diesel Machine Monitor Dimensions 4.3.2 Mounting Arrangements The Dieselguard Diesel Machine Monitor can be mounted in any orientation without affecting its operation. Since the unit does not require routine servicing, it can be mounted in a position that is not normally accessible.
Term1: Sensor V+ Term1: 0V Figure 4.5: Typical Connection Diagram for the Dieselguard System With the exception of the encapsulated flying lead, all of the connections to the Diesel Machine Monitor are IS circuits and should be wired accordingly. In some locations it may be necessary to protect IS cabling from mechanical damage.
Cores 1, 2 & 3 of the Type 2S cable should ideally connect to 0V. Core 4 of the Type 2S cable should be connected to the +ve of the alternator supply. The Dieselguard system is not polarity sensitive, thus the connections can be reversed if required.
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4.4.5 IDA Display Connections (Terminal Block 1 & 3) The IDA display output terminals provide supply and control of the Dieselguard System’s intrinsically safe display. Terminal Block 1: IDA V+ should be connected to the 12V supply input of the IDA display.
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(typically an oil sensor). The Oil input accepts a 0-5V input and records this information in the Diesel Machine Monitor’s log. NOTE If not in use, the Oil Input should be connected to the 0V terminal to prevent the input from floating. Uncontrolled Copy - Refer to Ampcontrol Website for Latest Version Page 19 of 27...
5.2 Commissioning of the Dieselguard System In order to confirm the correct operation of the Dieselguard System, the operation of the Gasguard sensor, Diesel Machine Monitor and the solenoid will need to be tested. To confirm correct operation: 1.
20 second test. The Dieselguard Machine Monitor is a blind control unit that can be mounted in any convenient position. The gas sensor (Gasguard) would normally be mounted near the front of the vehicle adjacent to the air filter intake and an IDA 3 digit display or LED status panel indicates the status of the system for the driver.
A lockable Pneumatic Bypass Valve can be installed in parallel to the I.S. Solenoid Valve that can be used to override the Dieselguard system. When the bypass valve is used the vehicle can be started without the use of the detection system.
This will entail removing the unit from the vehicle and returning it to Ampcontrol. Because of the infrequency of replacing the battery, this could be done as part of a vehicle routine major service.
WARNING! All repairs must be carried out by Ampcontrol only. If a fault develops, return the equipment to Ampcontrol for repair. It is essential that no attempt be made to repair the equipment as any attempt to dismantle or repair the equipment can seriously compromise the safety of the unit and voids product warranty.
Number of Inputs Type Analogue input (0V to 5V) Range Application specific Speed Input Number of Inputs Type Digital frequency counter (0V to 5V pulse train). Uncontrolled Copy - Refer to Ampcontrol Website for Latest Version Page 25 of 27...
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T.B.3: IDA RED 16.2 10.9 3175 w.r.t. 0V T.B.3: IDA Drive 16.2 142.1 11.2 w.r.t. 0V T.B.4 16.2 101.8 411.9 10.9 1133 T.B.5 16.2 1218.8 1710.6 10.9 Uncontrolled Copy - Refer to Ampcontrol Website for Latest Version Page 26 of 27...
Methane Gas Sensor c/w Remote Head on a 5m lead and Display 101768 Methane Gas Sensor c/w remote head on a 10m lead and Display 173620 Asco 3/2 solenoid valve 174157 Pneumatic Bypass Assembly Uncontrolled Copy - Refer to Ampcontrol Website for Latest Version Page 27 of 27...
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