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MSA Ultima XI Instruction Manual

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Ultima
Gas Monitor
Instruction Manual
THIS MANUAL MUST BE CAREFULLY READ BY ALL INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE OR WILL
HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR USING OR SERVICING THE PRODUCT. Like any piece
of complex equipment, this device will perform as designed only if it is used and serviced
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. OTHERWISE, IT COULD FAIL TO
PERFORM AS DESIGNED AND PERSONS WHO RELY ON THIS PRODUCT FOR THEIR
SAFETY COULD SUSTAIN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
The warranties made by Mine Safety Appliances Company with respect to the product are
voided if the product is not used and serviced in accordance with the instructions in this
manual. Please protect yourself and others by following them. We encourage our
customers to write or call regarding this equipment prior to use or for any additional
information relative to use or service.
In the U.S., to contact your nearest stocking location, dial toll-free 1-800-MSA-INST
To contact MSA International, dial 1-412-967-3354.
© MINE SAFETY APPLIANCES COMPANY 2009 - All Rights Reserved
This manual is available on the internet at www.msanet.com.
Inquiries can also be e-mailed to customer.service@msanet.com.
Manufactured by
MSA NORTH AMERICA
P.O. Box 427, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15230
(L)-Y Rev 3
XI Infrared
®
"! WARNING
10052972

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  • Page 1 In the U.S., to contact your nearest stocking location, dial toll-free 1-800-MSA-INST To contact MSA International, dial 1-412-967-3354. © MINE SAFETY APPLIANCES COMPANY 2009 - All Rights Reserved This manual is available on the internet at www.msanet.com.
  • Page 2 MSA Permanent Instrument Warranty 1. Warranty- Seller warrants that this product will be free from mechanical defect or faulty workmanship for the following period: • IR Sensor source: ten (10) years from date of shipment • All other IR components: two (2) years from date of shipment.
  • Page 3 2. The Ultima XI Infrared Gas Monitor is designed to detect gases or vapors in air. It can also measure the concentration of gases or vapors in steam or inert or oxygen-deficient atmospheres. .
  • Page 4 2. The Ultima XI Infrared Gas Monitor must not be painted. If painting is done in an area where a Monitor is located, care must be...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Calibration Basics ........2-1 Ultima XI Calibration ....... .2-2 Calibration Kit .
  • Page 6 Junction Box ......1-2 Figure 1-3. Ultima XI Infrared Gas Monitor ....1-3 Figure 1-4.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1, Installation

    The target gas is not field-configurable and cannot be changed. The Ultima XI Gas Monitor is a stand-alone unit with a 4 to 20 mA output.

  • Page 8: Installing Your Gas Monitor

    Junction Box Installing Your Gas Monitor Generally, the Ultima XI Gas Monitor should be mounted close to the area where a leak is likely to occur or where the gas is expected. Testing for ventilation patterns may be helpful in establishing locations for the Ultima XI Gas Monitor in enclosed areas.

  • Page 9: Figure 1-3. Ultima Xi Infrared Gas Monitor

    Do not paint the Ultima XI Infrared Gas Monitor. If painting is done in an area where a sensor is located, exercise caution to ensure paint is not deposited on the sensor inlet fitting. Such paint deposits would interfere with the diffusion process, whereby a sample of the monitored atmosphere diffuses into the sensor.

  • Page 10: Ultima Xi Electrical Connections

    Ultima XI Electrical Connections The Ultima XI Gas Monitor is provided with input wires for power and signal connections. An optional condulet assembly is also available. An external power supply is required. • For power requirements, see Chapter 3, "Specifications".

  • Page 11: For Milliamp Output

    Do not mix units with different area classifications. All units Figure 1-5. Ultima XI Infrared Gas Monitor with Junction Box Table 1-1. Ultima XI Maximum Cable Length & 4-20 mA Signal Load POWER SUPPLY 24 VOLTS 12 VOLTS 18 AWG CABLE...

  • Page 12: Start-Up And Calibration

    Start-up and Calibration The Ultima XI Infrared Gas Monitor is factory-calibrated and ready for immediate use. The Ultima XI Gas Monitor provides a 4 to 20 mA output signal that can be used in conjunction with data acquisition controllers. During instrument operation, the 4 to 20 mA output signal provides the information shown in TABLE 2-1.

  • Page 13: Ultima Xi Calibration

    • The calibration sequence diagram is shown in FIGURE 2-2. 1. Remove the environmental guard or flow cap from the Ultima XI Gas Monitor (FIGURE 2-3). 2. Turn the switch on the calibration cap to the ON position. 3. Connect the Ultima XI Calibration Cap (FIGURE 2-1) to the Ultima XI Gas Monitor.

  • Page 14: Figure 2-1. Intrinsically Safe Ultima Xi Calibration Cap

    TABLE 2-2. Do not mix units with different area classifications. All units Figure 2-1. Intrinsically Safe Ultima XI Calibration Cap Do not mix units with different area classifications. All units Figure 2-2. Calibration Sequence Diagram...

  • Page 15: Figure 2-3. Environmental Guard

    Figure 2-3. Environmental Guard • If the user can confirm that the ambient air is free of detectable analyte gas, it can be used in place of the zero gas cylinder. • After approximately 60 seconds, the Calibration Cap display indicates "P"...

  • Page 16: Calibration Kit

    NOTE: If the Ultima XI Calibration Cap is left on for more than fifteen minutes after calibration concludes, the 4 to 20 mA signal indicates a fault status. " WARNING The Calibration Cap must be removed from the XI sensor after completing the Zeroing and/or Spanning procedure;...

  • Page 17: Chapter 3, Specifications

    24 hours or less 35 to 95% RH, long term SENSOR LIFE FULL REPLACEMENT WARRANTY 10 years for IR sensor source (See "MSA Instrument Warranty" in this manual for complete details) WIRING REQUIREMENTS Three-wire POWER INPUT 7-30 VDC SIGNAL...

  • Page 18: Table 3-2. Certification And Approval

    Table 3-2. Certification and Approval FMus Class I, Div. 1, Groups A, B, C and D Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C and D ULus Enclosure: Class I, Div. 1, Groups A, B, C and D; Class II, Groups E, F and G. Enclosure: Class I, Div.

  • Page 19: Chapter 4, Maintenance

    • The Ultima XIR/Ultima XI Monitor enters the Cleaning Mode for two minutes. NOTE: While in the Cleaning Mode, the sensor will not respond to the presence of gas.
  • Page 20 3. While both windows are made of a highly durable material that is not easily scratched, avoid excessive pressure when cleaning them. Clean, cotton-tipped applicators are the most convenient tool to remove material collected on the windows. • Use a dry applicator or one moistened with distilled water to wipe the window and remove dust.

  • Page 21: Table 4-1. Parts List

    " CAUTION Do not place foreign objects in the sensor's analytical region (except per the Cleaning Procedure above); otherwise, the infrared beam can be partially blocked, causing the sensor to generate false readings. All objects must be removed from the sensor's analytical region for it to function properly.

  • Page 22: Appendix A, Calibration Guide For Additional Xi Gases

    Appendix A, Calibration Guide for Additional XI Gases...

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