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  • Page 1 Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A)

  • Page 2: How To Use This Manual

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System How to Use This Manual This manual is a basic guide for using the SensAlarm Flex Universal Gas Monitoring System. It contains information on SensAlarm Flex components, sensor types, Graphical User Interface, and user interactions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System Table of Contents How to Use This Manual ..........................2 Packing List and Notices ..........................6 INTRODUCTION ........................... 9 1.1. Product Versions ..........................9 1.2. Standard Features ........................11 1.2.1. Universal Sensor Capability ....................11 1.2.2.
  • Page 4 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 1.4.15. Display (Main Screen) ....................... 21 1.4.16. Sensor Types ........................21 INSTALLATION ........................... 23 2.1. Location ............................23 2.2. Code Compliance ......................... 23 2.3. Gas Monitor Installation ........................ 23 2.3.1. AC Power ..........................25 2.3.2.
  • Page 5 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System APPENDIX B: SPECIFICATIONS ....................... 71 APPENDIX C: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..................72 APPENDIX D: TUV CERTIFICATION ....................74 APPENDIX E: RETURNED MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION (RMA) ..........76 APPENDIX F: CONFIGURATION REFERENCE ................77 Sensidyne Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A)

  • Page 6: Packing List And Notices

    +1-727-530-3602. PROPRIETARY NOTICE This manual was prepared by Sensidyne, LP exclusively for owners of the SensAlarm Flex Universal Gas Monitoring System. The information within this manual is proprietary property of Sensidyne, LP and is to be used only to understand and operate the instrument. By receiving this document, the recipient agrees...
  • Page 7 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System THE SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR OTHER DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE SALE AND USE OF ANY GOODS AND SELLER’S LIABILITY HEREUNDER SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY GOODS FOUND DEFECTIVE.
  • Page 8 SENSIDYNE® service technician, may cause the product to fail to function as designed, and persons who rely on this product for their safety could sustain severe personal injury or death.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Sensidyne Manufacturer Representative or Sensidyne Customer Support can assist in identifying the appropriate sensor for customer applications. 1.1. Product Versions The configuration of the SensAlarm Flex is part number specific. See the below configuration table for reference. Sensidyne Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A)
  • Page 10 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System SensAlarm Flex 8 2 0 - 1 8 No Battery / No Relay Card No Battery / One Relay Card No Battery / Two Relay Card Battery Back-up / One Relay Card Battery Back-up / Two Relay Card...

  • Page 11: Standard Features

    1.2.2. Large Display for Ease of Operation The SensAlarm Flex has a large seven (7) inch LED display for gas concentration and sensor / system notifications. The top section is reserved to display a large one and three quarter inch (1 ¾”) gas concentration for the highlighted sensor channel, which can be seen from several feet away.

  • Page 12: Relay Outputs

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 1.2.8. Relay Outputs Four (4) Single Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) 5A relays are standard in SensAlarm Flex. The Relay Printed Circuit Assembly (PCA) inside the Gas Monitor includes LED lights for indication of individual relay activations.

  • Page 13: Additional Relay Outputs

    1.3.6. Additional Relay Outputs An additional Four (4) Single Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) 5A relays can be added to SensAlarm Flex. They are identical in operation to the standard relays in that the PCA includes LED lights for indication of individual relay activations, but relays can be configured to function independently.

  • Page 14: Relays

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 1.4.7. Relays Four (4) Standard Single Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) 5A relays are included in SensAlarm Flex. The option for an additional four (4) relays is available. The Relay Printed Circuit Assembly (PCA) inside the Gas Monitor includes LED lights for indication of individual relay activations.

  • Page 15: Modbus

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 1.4.8. Modbus SensFlex includes both Modbus TCP and RTU (RS-485) standard. Both are easily accessible and are located on the right of the Main PCA. Modbus TCP accepts a standard RJ-45 Ethernet cable. Modbus RTU can be wired in half duplex (2-wire) or full duplex (4-wire).

  • Page 16: To 20 Ma Output

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 1.4.9. 4 to 20 mA Output The standard 4 to 20mA outputs are located in the bottom left hand side of the enclosure. CH-1 represents the Left Sensor Interface, and CH-2 the right. CH-2 only functions when SensAlarm Flex is configured with the optional second Sensor Interface.

  • Page 17: Battery Backup

    It provides 30 minutes operation in full alarm and 60 minutes minimum when not in alarm. While line power is available, the Battery Backup remains in a continuous trickle charge. If SensAlarm Flex is configured with Battery Backup, it is located in the bottom right hand side.

  • Page 18: Horn And Silence Pushbutton

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 1.4.11. Horn and Silence Pushbutton SensAlarm Flex offers a standard 95dB Horn that can be silenced by an externally mounted pushbutton that conforms to ISA Alarm Sequence 3A. P a g e 18 | 82...

  • Page 19: Front Panel Led Strobe

    1.4.13. Stack Light When 360° alarm notification visibility is required, SensAlarm Flex offers an optional Stack Light that can be configured with either one, two, three or four strobes. The Stack Light will follow the Front Panel LED Strobe configuration.

  • Page 20: Sensalarm Flex Components (Summary)

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 1.4.14. SensAlarm Flex Components (Summary) P a g e 20 | 82 Sensidyne Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A)

  • Page 21: Display (Main Screen)

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 1.4.15. Display (Main Screen) The seven-inch (7”) Display is segmented into three (3) main sections. The top section is reserved to display a large one and three quarter inch (1 ¾”) gas concentration for the highlighted sensor channel, which can be seen from several feet away.
  • Page 22 EEPROM on the PCA contains essential sensor identification information that is communicated to SensAlarm Flex during sensor installation. This information allows the sensor to be calibrated in the shop or at Sensidyne and hot-swapped in the field without further calibration.

  • Page 23: Installation

    NOTE: Always refer to the NEC and local electrical codes to ensure compliance for proper installation. The SensAlarm Flex Gas Monitor mounts directly to a wall or vertical platform via four (4) mounting holes located above and below the enclosure. Additional mounting holes are available in the center of the enclosure mounting tabs for additional support if required.
  • Page 24 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System is intended for use with high voltage line power raceways. The middle Rigid / IMC grounding hub is intended for use for relay wiring. The bottom Rigid / IMC grounding hub is intended for use with DC power inputs and 4-20mA outputs. Metal conduit should be used to achieve maximum EMI / RFI immunity.

  • Page 25: Ac Power

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 2.3.1. AC Power When wiring the Gas Monitor to a permanent AC source, the AC source circuit breaker and / or switch must be IEC approved. The circuit breaker and / or switch must be near the unit and marked as the disconnect device.
  • Page 26 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 2.3.2.4. Make certain the wires are properly secured to the DC terminal block. See the below figure for location. P a g e 26 | 82 Sensidyne Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A)

  • Page 27: To 20 Ma

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 2.3.3. 4 to 20 mA The SensAlarm Flex 4 to 20mA output is Source (only) and not Sink. Both a positive and negative conductor are required for each induvial Sensor Interface Channel. See the below figure for the proper conductor termination requirements.

  • Page 28: Modbus

    No Alarm 2.3.5. Modbus 2.3.5.1. SensAlarm Flex offers both Modbus TCP and RTU (RS-485) standard. Modbus RTU accommodates both two (2) and four (4) wire half-duplex and full-duplex infrastructures. Dip switches configure end of line terminating resistors, without the incorporation of these manually. The Modbus wire termination jacks are located on the Main PCA at the top right hand of the enclosure.
  • Page 29 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System Sensidyne Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A) P a g e 29 | 82...

  • Page 30: Field Wire Terminating Locations (Summary)

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 2.3.6. Field Wire Terminating Locations (Summary) P a g e 30 | 82 Sensidyne Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A)

  • Page 31: Startup

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 3. STARTUP This section contains information necessary to perform the initial start-up of the SensAlarm Flex Universal Gas Monitor. The magnetic screwdriver provided with your Gas Monitor will be required to perform these steps.

  • Page 32: Sensor Installation

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 3.2. Sensor Installation 3.2.1. To install a Sensor, unscrew the retainer ring (turn left to right) and remove the sensor holder by pulling downward. NOTE: Ethylene Oxide (ETO), Nitric Oxide (NO) and Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) sensors utilize a battery...

  • Page 33: Operating Functions

    Section. 4.1. Calibration Your SensAlarm Flex Universal Gas Monitor is tested and calibrated at the factory prior to shipment. However, this product must be calibrated prior to initial use and at regular intervals in accordance with this User Manual to ensure proper operation.
  • Page 34 4.1.1. To begin Calibration, select ENTER on the Normal Operation Display to bring up the Main Menu. SensAlarm Flex does not leave the factory with Password enabled, but if Password is enabled the first screen requires a valid three (3) digit entry before access to the Menu structure is permitted.

  • Page 35: Zero Calibration

    (See the Sensor Data Sheet for additional tubing requirements)  Sensidyne Calibration Gas Standards are highly recommended. Not all calibration gas suppliers are equal. Sensidyne Calibration Gas Standards utilize cylinders that are specially treated to ensure the quality of the gas to be applied.
  • Page 36 (except O2 sensors) as backgrounds of the target or cross- interferent gases will impair a valid Zero Calibration in either a positive or negative direction. Failure to use Sensidyne Zero Calibration Gas Standards during the Zero Calibration may result in property damage, severe personal injury, or death during actual gas release events due to the impaired Zero Calibration.

  • Page 37: Span Calibration

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 4.3. Span Calibration Important information concerning sensor function is stored in the sensor memory each time it is calibrated and during normal operation. Sensor data includes zero and span calibration parameters, as well as the temperature compensation characteristics for the sensor.

  • Page 38: Set Cal Gas Conc. (Concentration)

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 4.3.2. Set Cal Gas Conc. (Concentration) Span Gas Calibration Standards list the concentration of the gas. Sensidyne recommends calibrating sensors (except O2 sensors) at 50% or half of the full range. 4.3.2.1. Before starting any Span Calibration, always confirm the Gas Monitor is configured for the calibration gas standard concentration.

  • Page 39: Test-On-Demand™ (Tod)

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 4.3.3.3. Apply the span gas and the Gas Monitor will begin calibration automatically. If the calibration gas does not begin automatically, check the tubing connection and that the cylinder regulator is on. 4.3.3.4.
  • Page 40 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 4.4.1. From the System screen, select the Channel for ToD to be configured. 4.4.2. Arrow to TOD Mode and the following submenus will appear:  Auto Mode  Test Day / Time ...
  • Page 41 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 4.4.5.2. Use the UP / DOWN arrows to select the number of days starting from the Days Between Tests selection and subsequent future tests. Test-On-Demand will continue to run bump tests at these selected frequency, and at the time entered during the Test Day / Time selection.

  • Page 42: Alarms, Faults And Relays

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 5. ALARMS, FAULTS AND RELAYS SensAlarm Flex allows for the configuration of alarms, faults and relay outputs. There are four (4) unique alarms and ten (10) faults per Sensor Interface Channel. The Gas Monitor also includes four (4) standard SPDT relays and an additional four (4) optionally.
  • Page 43 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 5.1.2. Arrow to System Configuration and the below submenus will appear.  Fault Current  Relay Configuration  Strobe Configuration  Alarm Configuration  Fault Configuration  Relay Matrix  4 to 20mA Adjustment ...

  • Page 44: Faults

    Alarms 1, 2 and 3 can be set to any threshold level. Sensidyne recommends using Alarms 1, 2 and 3 in a logical order to avoid integration confusion. Also note that the Setpoint is limited to the range of the installed sensor.
  • Page 45 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 5.2.2. Arrow to System Configuration and the below submenus will appear.  Fault Current  Relay Configuration  Strobe Configuration  Alarm Configuration  Fault Configuration  Relay Matrix  4 to 20mA Adjustment ...
  • Page 46 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System Relays Assigned – By Arrowing to this field and selecting ENTER, the user can set 5.2.3.1. any relay to a specific Fault for each Channel. Note that relays can also be configured to any alarm or fault in the Relay Matrix submenu, which gives the user visibility of all the assigned relays.

  • Page 47: Relays

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 5.3. Relays SensAlarm Flex includes four (4) standard SPDT 5A relays to provide the user with local functional controls. An additional four (4) relays can be included optionally. Relays are configured by default as de-energized and non-latching, but can be configured independently per application requirements, and wired in either Normally Open (NO) or Normally Closed (NC) states.
  • Page 48 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 5.3.2. Arrow to System Configuration and the below submenus will appear.  Fault Current  Relay Configuration  Strobe Configuration  Alarm Configuration  Fault Configuration  Relay Matrix  4 to 20mA Adjustment ...
  • Page 49 1 to 240 seconds where application requirements may be needed. 5.3.4. SensAlarm Flex offers a single location in the Relay Matrix to view what relays have been assigned to Alarms and / or Faults to give users and integrators a high-level view of the assignments, and make changes.

  • Page 50: Strobes

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 5.4. Strobes SensAlarm Flex offers a standard integrated Front Panel LED Strobe that can provide Green, Red, Amber and Blue notifications. Optionally a LED Light Stack can be added to the Gas Monitor too when 360°...
  • Page 51 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 5.4.2. Arrow to System Configuration and the below submenus will appear.  Fault Current  Relay Configuration  Strobe Configuration  Alarm Configuration  Fault Configuration  Relay Matrix  4 to 20mA Adjustment ...

  • Page 52: Configuration

    Gas Monitor 4 to 20mA output should be checked to ensure that the control system or DCS is receiving an accurate signal representation, and adjusted if necessary. This will ensure that the DCS or remote SCADA system accurately presents the SensAlarm Flex gas concentration, and Fault signal representations.
  • Page 53  20mA Output = 200mV multimeter display 6.1.6. Sensidyne recommends verifying all four (4) mA values, and adjusting them as needed. While monitoring the multimeter display for the selected Sensor Interface Channel, Arrow to the mA value to be confirmed and select ENTER.

  • Page 54: Communication Setup

    6.2. Communication Setup SensAlarm Flex a standard 4 to 20mA output per Sensor Interface Channel that is located in the bottom left hand side of the enclosure. CH-1 represents the Left Sensor Interface, and CH-2 the right. CH-2 only functions when SensAlarm Flex is configured with the optional second Sensor Interface.
  • Page 55 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.2.2. Arrow to System Configuration and the below submenus will appear.  Fault Current  Relay Configuration  Strobe Configuration  Alarm Configuration  Fault Configuration  Relay Matrix  4 to 20mA Adjustment ...
  • Page 56 6.2.4. 4 to 20mA Communication Setup enables Sensidyne Plus Series Sensor communication with the Sensidyne 4-Channel Controller, which allows for the auto-configuration of the 4- Channel Controller to the specific sensor type. This feature is only for use with the Sensidyne 4-Channel Controller.

  • Page 57: Modbus Register Types And Locations

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.2.6. The Modbus TCP configuration allows the system integrator to set the unique IP address required for system communication. 6.2.7. Modbus Register Types and Locations 6.2.7.1. Coils Head 1 00001 Start Zeroing Sensor...
  • Page 58 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 00344 Sensor End of Life Fault Enable 00345 TOD End of Life Enable 00346 Loop Current Out of Tolerance Fault Enable 00347 Calibration Mode Fault Enable 00348 Maintenance Mode Fault Enable 00349 Calibration Due Fault Enable 6.2.7.3.
  • Page 59 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 10318 Alarm 2 Active 10319 Alarm 3 Active 10320 Alarm 4 Active 10331 TOD Test Fail Active 10333 Missing Sensor Active 10334 Head Fail Active 10335 Sensor Fail Active 10336 Sensor End of Life Active...

  • Page 60: Menu Structure

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 30459 Int 8 bits Sensor Type High 8 bits Sensor Type Low 30460 Int Display Units 30463 Int 8 bits Head Version High 8 bits Head Version Low 30464 Int 8bits Sensor Version High 8 bits Sensor Version Low...

  • Page 61: System Configuration (Submenus)

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.3.2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (Submenus) 6.3.2.1. Maintenance Mode 6.3.2.1.1. Activate 6.3.2.1.2. Deactivate 6.3.2.2. Data Review 6.3.2.2.1. All Active Alarms 6.3.2.2.1.1. Alarm 1 6.3.2.2.1.2. Alarm 2 6.3.2.2.1.3. Alarm 3 6.3.2.2.1.4. TWA Alarm 6.3.2.2.1.5. Head Fail 6.3.2.2.1.6.
  • Page 62 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.3.2.2.4.4. TWA Alarm (CH-1 (2) None, Red, Amber, Blue) 6.3.2.2.4.5. Head Fail (CH-1 (2) None, Red, Amber, Blue) 6.3.2.2.4.6. Missing Sensor (CH-1 (2) None, Red, Amber, Blue) 6.3.2.2.4.7. Sensor Fail (CH-1 (2) None, Red, Amber, Blue) 6.3.2.2.4.8.
  • Page 63 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.2.6.2.1. 6.3.2.2.6.2.2. Enabled / Disabled 6.3.2.2.6.2.3. Fault Current (>1 to <4mA) 6.3.2.2.6.3. Sensor Fail Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.2.6.3.1. 6.3.2.2.6.3.2. Enabled / Disabled 6.3.2.2.6.3.3. Fault Current (>1 to <4mA) 6.3.2.2.6.4.
  • Page 64 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.3.2.2.6.11. Current Delay (seconds) 6.3.2.2.7. Relay Matrix Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.2.7.1. Alarm 1 Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.2.7.2. Alarm 2 Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.2.7.3. Alarm 3 Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.2.7.4.
  • Page 65 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.3.2.2.10.3. CH-1 Sensor Version 6.3.2.2.10.4. CH-2 Head Firmware Rev 6.3.2.2.10.5. CH-2 Sensor Version 6.3.2.2.10.6. Date Format 6.3.2.3. Test On Demand 6.3.2.3.1. 4 to 20mA 6.3.2.4. System Configuration 6.3.2.4.1. Fault Current 6.3.2.4.1.1. Head Fail (CH-1 (2) Current) 6.3.2.4.1.2.
  • Page 66 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.3.2.4.4.1.3. Ascending / Descending 6.3.2.4.4.1.4. Setpoint (Concentration) 6.3.2.4.4.1.5. Release Offset (Concentration) 6.3.2.4.4.2. Alarm 2 Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.4.4.2.1. 6.3.2.4.4.2.2. Enabled / Disabled 6.3.2.4.4.2.3. Ascending / Descending 6.3.2.4.4.2.4. Setpoint (Concentration) 6.3.2.4.4.2.5. Release Offset (Concentration) 6.3.2.4.4.3.
  • Page 67 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.3.2.4.5.4.2. Enabled / Disabled 6.3.2.4.5.4.3. Fault Current (>1 to <4mA) 6.3.2.4.5.4.4. Current Delay (seconds) 6.3.2.4.5.5. Output Current Track Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.4.5.5.1. 6.3.2.4.5.5.2. Enabled / Disabled 6.3.2.4.5.5.3. Fault Current (>1 to <4mA) 6.3.2.4.5.5.4.
  • Page 68 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.4.6.8. Sensor EOL Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.4.6.9. Output Current Track Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.4.6.10. Calibration Mode Relays Assigned (1 – 8) 6.3.2.4.6.11. Maintenance Mode Relays Assigned (1 –...

  • Page 69: Channel Configuration (Sensor Ch-1 & Ch-2 Submenus)

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 6.3.2.5.4.1. Increase / Decrease Display Brightness 6.3.2.5.5. Self-Test Engineering Menu 6.3.2.5.5.1. Sensidyne Service Only 6.3.3. CHANNEL CONFIGURATION (Sensor CH-1 & CH-2 Submenus) 6.3.3.1. Calibration Mode 6.3.3.1.1. Zero Transmitter 6.3.3.1.1.1. Select Enter When Cal Gas is Applied 6.3.3.1.2.

  • Page 70: Appendix A: Declaration Of Conformity

    The undersigned declares that the products named in this certificate meet the provisions of EN 61000-6- 4:2007/A1:2011, 50270:2015 for electromagnetic compatibility and FCC 47 CFR Part 15B:2017, ISED ICED-003: Issue 06 (2016). This declaration is issued in the sole responsibility of Sensidyne, LP. Product Type:...

  • Page 71: Appendix B: Specifications

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 8. APPENDIX B: SPECIFICATIONS General Specifications Sampling System: Diffusion ENTER, ESC, ▲,▼, ►,◄ Non-Intrusive Magnetic Controls: Monitor with Non-Metallic Enclosure Mounting Requirement: Wall mounted to stud, unistrut, or plate 9.75” (W) x 20.0” (H) x 6.4” (D)

  • Page 72: Appendix C: Troubleshooting Guide

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 9. APPENDIX C: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Remedy Unusual operation at installation of power Display irregularities upon initial power Reset system by removing power, waiting 15 seconds and application. reapplying power. Normal startup should be observed.
  • Page 73 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System Monitor displays garbled characters. Sensor assembly not correctly installed. Remove sensor, wait 10 seconds, and then reinstall sensor in sensor holder. No gas concentration reading displayed on controller. “SensAlert Sensor ID” has not be selected in Go to System Configuration/Communication Setup/4-20 mA Communication and select “SensAlert Sensor ID.”...

  • Page 74: Appendix D: Tuv Certification

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 10. APPENDIX D: TUV CERTIFICATION P a g e 74 | 82 Sensidyne Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A)
  • Page 75 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System Sensidyne Document No. 360-0257-01 (Rev A) P a g e 75 | 82...

  • Page 76: Appendix E: Returned Material Authorization (Rma)

    “not to exceed” figure on your purchase order. Please indicate if a price quotation is required before authorization of the repair cost, understanding that this invokes extra cost and handling delay. The Sensidyne repair policy is to perform all necessary repairs to restore the instrument to its full operating condition.

  • Page 77: Appendix F: Configuration Reference

    SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System 12. APPENDIX F: CONFIGURATION REFERENCE _____NONE____________ • Monitor P/N ____________ • Monitor S/N _________________ Password is: Sensor 1 (Gas) _________ (Conc.) ___________ (P/N) ________________ ToD Cell P/N _______________ Calibration Gas Concentration _______________ %LEL %vol Sensor 2 (Gas) _________ (Conc.) ___________ (P/N) ________________ ToD Cell P/N _______________...
  • Page 78 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System ALARM FUNCTIONS (Continued): Head 2 Alarm Settings Relays Assigned Alarm 1 Alarm 2 Alarm 3 TWA Alarm Enabled Disabled Ascending Descending Setpoint ______ ______ ______ ______ Release Offset __3%__ __3%__ __3%__ __3%__ Average Time Adjust for TWA Alarm...
  • Page 79 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System RELAY CONFIGURATIONS: Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7 Relay 8 Norm Energized Norm De-Energized Latching Non-Latching Time Delay (sec) __3__ __3__ __3__ __3__ __3__ __3__...
  • Page 80 SensAlarm Flex – Universal Gas Detection System HORN & STROBE CONFIGURATION: Head 1 Alarms Amber Blue Horn Alarm 1 Alarm 2 Alarm 3 TWA Alarm Head 1 Faults Amber Blue Horn Head Fail Missing Sensor Sensor End of Life Output Current Track...
  • Page 82 Sensidyne, LP 1000 112 Circle N, Suite 100 St. Petersburg, Florida 33716 800-451-9444 • 727-530-3602 • 727-539-0550 [fax] www.Sensidyne.com • info@Sensidyne.com Authorized EU Representative Schauenburg Electronic Technologies GmbH Weseler Str. 35 · 45478 Mülheim-Ruhr Germany +49 (0) 208 9 99 10 • +49 (0) 208 5 41 10 [fax] www.schauenburg.com •...

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