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  • Page 1 TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01...
  • Page 2 TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5.1.1 Front View Application 5.1.2 Side View Product Options 5.1.3 Navigation Dimensions Start-up Screen 1.4.1 TX6377 Sentry - Front View 5.2.1 Base Screens 1.4.2 TX6377 Sentry - Side View 5.2.2 Detailed Sensor Input View Technical Information 5.2.3 Mono View Electrical Details 5.2.4 Minmax View...
  • Page 4 10.1.5 Major Service Kit Sentry - Repair Appendix D Sentry - Post Emergency 11.1 Guidelines for Deployment Event Overhaul and Use of TX6377 Sentry in Maintenance Records Refuge Alternatives covered Maintenance Log by 30CFR Parts 7 & 75 Disposal 11.1.1 Refuge Alternatives with...

  • Page 5: Product Overview

    TX6377 User Manual Product Overview TX6377 Sentry (front view) Operating Features • Integrated, battery powered, transportable, environmental monitoring system for use in confined spaces and refuge chambers • Pre-calibrated plug-in Sentro eModules to continuously monitor four atmospheric gases • Carbon dioxide •...

  • Page 6: Application

    IP65 standards with integral EMC protection. Safety latches enable the front and rear halves to be quickly disassembled for maintenance and ease of transport. Product Options Mining Ex: Supply Voltage: TX6377 12 V dc from built in battery pack TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 7: Dimensions

    TX6377 User Manual Dimensions 1.4.1 TX6377 Sentry - Front View TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 8: Tx6377 Sentry - Side View

    1.4.2 TX6377 Sentry - Side View TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 9: Technical Information

    TX6377 User Manual Technical Information Sensing module: • Plug-in, pre-calibrated Sentro eModules with characterised compensation. Accommodation for up to four modules. Protection classification: • Housing IP65 • Gas port IP54 Operating temperature: • -10°C to 30°C (14 to 86°F) Storage temperature: •...
  • Page 10 • 24-hour clock and calendar Data logging: • Automatic period logging • Default log period of 90 secs - does not log carbon dioxide readings • 4000 readings per sensor with time, date and alarm event report TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 11: Electrical Details

    TX6377 User Manual 1.6 Electrical Details Sentry 12 V dc from built-in rechargeable sealed lead acid battery Supply voltage pack Supply current 200 mA (maximum loading) Typical battery life 192 hours Battery charge 48 hours time Sentry Charger Supply voltage...

  • Page 12: Sentro Emodules Gas Sensing Modules

    All Sentro eModules have a Warning alarm level. Default values are entered during manufacture • A separate Fault signal will also be generated if a sensor electrical failure is detected or in the event of a communication failure TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 13: Sentry Environmental Monitoring

    TX6377 User Manual Sentry Environment Monitoring 1.8.1 Internal Environment Monitoring 1.8.2 External Environment Monitoring Sample monitoring for external sample using a gas manifold, manual gas pump, flow indicator and gas sample hoses. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 14: Certification

    Refuge Alternative Air Monitoring Component Approval (Title 30 CFR Section 7 .507) – Approval No. LPA140001-0 Specific Conditions of Use The battery is to be charged in fresh air only. 2. The Panasonic CR2032 lithium cell is not user-replaceable. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 15: Contents Of Sentry Package

    Contents of Sentry Package After receiving your Sentry you must check it is complete. 3.1 TX6377 Version If you have ordered TX6377 check these items are present: Sentry - assembled, comprising: • Front half with gas manifold and a set of eModules installed •...

  • Page 16: Tx6377.10 Version

    3.2 TX6377.10 Version If you have ordered TX6377.10 check these items are present: Sentry front half with gas manifold and a set of eModules installed. Checkpoint The Sentry On/Off switch is protected in transit by a yellow plastic cap. Remove and discard the yellow plastic cap on receipt of your Sentry.

  • Page 17: Installing

    TX6377 User Manual Installing 4.1 Safety Precautions Hazardous Areas DO NOT use a Sentry that has a damaged housing in the hazardous area. Operating Life of Gas Sensors Oxygen sensing cells must be replaced every eighteen months. Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and methane sensing cells must be replaced every three years.

  • Page 18: Sentry Operation

    4.3 Sentry Operation Operation of the Sentry is described in the Sentry Quick Start Guide TX6377-QS-EN, a copy of it is attached to the Sentry rear half battery pack. 4.4 Siting Recommendations The installation needs to be considered in its own right, with reference to safety authorities and in compliance with mandatory local safety regulations.

  • Page 19: Setup And Calibration

    TX6377 User Manual Setup and Calibration 5.1 Controls and Indicators 5.1.1 Front View TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 20: Side View

    5.1.2 Side View TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 21: Navigation

    TX6377 User Manual 5.1.3 Navigation The Sentry menus are navigated using the Setup Keypad. The Setup Keypad consists of a Navigation Keypad and the OK key. The Navigation Keypad is a four-way controller that allows menus to be navigated. Holding down one of the direction arrows on the Navigation Keypad scrolls through the menu.

  • Page 22: Start-Up Screen

    Channel E - carbon dioxide Use the Navigation Keypad to scroll through the five channels. When powered-up the Sentry will continuously automatically scroll between Sensor Inputs Overview 1 and 2. The screens will scroll approximately every five seconds. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...
  • Page 23 TX6377 User Manual Sensor Inputs Overview 1 & 2 Sensor Inputs Overview 1 & 2 display the following information about the four sensors fitted to the Sentry: • Channel address • Duty text • Signal status with units • Warning alarm •...

  • Page 24: Detailed Sensor Input View

    Base screens displaying the Sensor Inputs Overview 1 & 2. Checkpoint The direction of a step can be changed at any time by using the Navigation Keypad to highlight the next view required in the bottom bar. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 25: Mono View

    TX6377 User Manual 5.2.3 Mono View This displays more detailed information about individual sensor inputs. Checkpoint The Mono View for sensor input D displays two values. The two values are for two different gases. The upper value (0.18 % v/v in this example) is the carbon dioxide level.

  • Page 26: Minmax View

    To Review the Trend Use the Navigation Keypad and scroll up or down to review the Trend. Select the OK key to view the Actual Log values at the current trend cursor position. Select the OK key to Return. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 27: Log View

    TX6377 User Manual 5.2.6 Log View Details of the data present at the Trend Cursor position selected. This data is recorded in the Log. To Review the Trend Use the Navigation Keypad and scroll up or down to review the Log.

  • Page 28: Audio/Visual Alarm References

    Alarm signals and Fault signals are pre- assigned to operate the audio visual alarms. Warning Alarm Faster, double repeating pulse Checkpoint To view detailed information on an Alarm Event and mute the Audible Alarm, enter the Mono View. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 29: First Level Maintenance, Repair And Spares

    7.1.1 Introduction To keep your Sentry in the best possible condition and ready for use in an emergency event, Trolex strongly recommends that you carry out regular planned preventative maintenance and keep records of the maintenance carried out. The planned preventative maintenance for...

  • Page 30: Tools And Materials

    0 to 30°C (32 to 86°F). If Sentry rear half battery packs are stored at higher temperatures they will need to be recharged and replaced at more frequent intervals than those specified above. Please contact the Trolex technical department if you need further advice.
  • Page 31 A Sentry Interim Service Kit * * The Sentry Interim Service Kit can be obtained from your local Trolex service agent. For details of this equipment refer to Appendix C. Three Year Task...

  • Page 32: Sentry Parts And Accessories - Check

    2. Check all four parts of the Sentry are present: • Sentry front half complete with gas manifold • Sentry rear half battery pack complete with Sentry Quick Start Guide TX6377- QS-EN attached • Sentry base plate • Sentry gas sample kit containing: - manual gas pump - gas sample hoses - flow indicator...

  • Page 33: Sentry - Check

    TX6377 User Manual 7.1.4 Sentry - Check Checkpoint This maintenance task can be carried out underground. Check all items of the Sentry for signs of wear and damage as follows: Sentry Check the exterior of the Sentry for cracks, penetration, water ingress, battery electrolyte leak, signs of being dropped or other damage.
  • Page 34 Sentry. 14. Return the defective Sentry to your local Trolex service agent for repair and testing. Sentry Battery Pack Disassemble the Sentry as follows...
  • Page 35 6. If the removed rear half battery pack shows any signs of damage, deformation or missing parts immediately remove from service and return to your local Trolex service agent for repair and testing. Gas Sample Kit Check the gas sample hoses are free from damage, kinks and obstructions that could affect their function.

  • Page 36: Sentro Emodules - Calibrate

    Trolex service agent. Alternatively carry out a calibration using test gases with the eModules in the Sentry unit. Both methods are described in the following sections, only one needs to be carried out.
  • Page 37 They are Trolex pre-calibrated to specific measuring parameters and need no precision calibration facilities. Once removed the set of eModules can either be returned to Trolex for calibration or calibrated for reuse using the Base Maintenance Kit. Using the Minor...
  • Page 38 EITHER 11. Put all removed eModules into the postage paid and pre-addressed Jiffy bag and return them to your local Trolex service agent for calibration. 11. Calibrate the eModules using the Base Maintenance Kit. 12. The calibration certificates supplied with...
  • Page 39 TX6377 User Manual 13. After the completion of all maintenance, update the maintenance records. Checkpoint If the Sentro eModules are replaced then a Bump Test MUST be carried out in accordance with section 7 .1.6. 7.1.5.2 Sentro eModules - Calibrate using...
  • Page 40 CH4 Lo, Calibrate CH4 Hi and Calibrate CO2. Navigate to the sensor input you wish to calibrate and select OK. From the eModule Setup Menu select Calibrate. The Sentry will ask for a Security Code, enter the Security Code and select OK. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...
  • Page 41 TX6377 User Manual Zero The display will show an arbitrary reading. 2. Open the valve and apply oxygen from the test gas cylinder at a rate of 0.5 litre/ min (30 cu in/min) to clear any gas from the sensor.
  • Page 42 Navigation Keypad, scroll to Accept and select OK. Proceed to the Calibrate Span procedure. 4. If they do not match then proceed as follows, use the Navigation Keypad, scroll to Change and select OK. 5. With Expected highlighted select OK. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...
  • Page 43 TX6377 User Manual 6. With the first digit highlighted, use the Navigation Keypad, scroll up or down on the first digit to the required Span value on your test cylinder. Scroll right to the second digit. Repeat the above for the second and third digit in Span and select OK.
  • Page 44 Sentry and a new eModule fitted. You must carry out a Bump Test on the new eModule in accordance with 7 .1.6 to ensure it functions correctly. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...
  • Page 45 TX6377 User Manual 10. Switch off the Sentry, remove the gas hood, refit the gas manifold and secure with two thumbscrews. Tighten thumb screws by hand but - DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. 11. After the completion of all maintenance, update the maintenance records.

  • Page 46: Sentry - Bump Test

    25 seconds from the end of the burst of test gas. 6. Repeat the above two steps for the other three gas ports. Dispose of the aerosol test gas cylinder in accordance with local procedures. Do not reuse the aerosol. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 47: Sentry - Stow

    TX6377 User Manual 8. Switch Off the Sentry, refit the gas manifold and secure with two thumbscrews. Tighten thumb screws by hand but - DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. 9. Ensure the gas manifold port plugs are fitted to both gas manifold ports.

  • Page 48: Sentry Oxygen Emodule - Replace

    7.1.9 Sentry Carbon Monoxide eModules - Replace Checkpoint This maintenance task can be carried out underground. Using the Sentry Interim Service Kit, replace both of the Sentry carbon monoxide eModules in accordance with the instructions in section 7.1.5.1. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 49: Sentry Carbon Dioxide/Methane Emodules - Replace

    TX6377 User Manual 2. Ensure a Bump Test is carried out on the eModules after they are fitted, in accordance with the instructions in section 7.1.6. 3. Dispose of the replaced eModule in accordance with the instructions in section 7 .6.

  • Page 50: Sentry Rear Half Battery

    Sentry Major Service Kit. Checkpoint Ensure the replacement Sentry rear half battery pack has a Sentry Quick Start Guide TX6377-QS-EN attached to the rear in a clear wallet. 6. After the completion of all maintenance, update the maintenance records.

  • Page 51: Sentry Battery - Charge

    TX6377 User Manual 7.1.12 Sentry Rear Half Battery Pack - Charge Checkpoint This maintenance task CANNOT be carried out underground. To charge the Sentry rear half battery pack: Check the battery pack is within its usable life. The end date of the battery pack usable life is on a label applied to the battery pack.
  • Page 52 Please contact the Trolex technical department if you need further advice. 9. After the completion of all maintenance, update the maintenance records.

  • Page 53: Sentry - Repair

    TX6377 User Manual Sentry - Repair Should your Sentry become damaged and require repair, immediately remove it from service and contact your local Trolex service agent. Sentry - Post Emergency Event Overhaul If your Sentry is used in an emergency event...

  • Page 54: Maintenance Log

    Maintenance Log Order Reference: TX6377 Sentry Serial Number: Date Purchased: Gas Types: CO - CO - CH Location: Maint Change Return Date Fault Recalibrate Comments Task No. Modules to Trolex TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...

  • Page 55: Disposal

    TX6377 User Manual Disposal Part of the ethos of Trolex is sustainable design. Sentry contains materials that can be recovered, recycled and reused. At the end of its useful life ensure that the Sentry is recycled in accordance with local laws and bylaws for the geographic area where it is located.

  • Page 56: Recommended Spares

    Recommended Spares The recommended spare parts for the TX6377 - Sentry are listed in the table below: Description Quantity Part No. Sentry front half with a set of eModules, a TX6377.10 gas manifold and User Manual Sentry rear half battery pack with Quick TX6377.50...

  • Page 57: The Sentry Quick Start Guide

    TX6377 User Manual Appendix A 8.1 The Sentry Quick Start Guide The following pages contain the Sentry Quick Start Guide TX6377-QS-EN. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...
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  • Page 61: Sentry Emodule Replacement Instructions

    TX6377 User Manual Appendix B 9.1 Sentry eModule Replacement Instructions The following page contains the eModule Replacement Instructions TX6377-RI-EN. TX6377-UM-EN-Rev01 www.trolex.com...
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  • Page 63: Service And Maintenance Kit Details

    Sentry. To facilitate eModule swap-out, Trolex offers a 6 monthly module swap-out service with its Minor Service Kit, Trolex part number TX6377 .02. Details of the Minor Service Kit can be found in section 10.1.2 below. Once eModules have been swapped out they can either be returned to your local Trolex service agent for calibration or calibrated out of the mine using the Base Maintenance Kit.

  • Page 64: Minor Service Kit

    Trolex. To order a canister of mixed test gas for bump testing, or get advice on sourcing test gas locally, contact service@trolex.com.

  • Page 65: Base Maintenance Kit

    These can be obtained locally or from your local Trolex service agent. Further details are available from service @trolex.com. You may also wish to purchase a spare set of eModules to enable a rolling calibration program.
  • Page 66 Trolex. These test gases are available from Trolex in the sizes, 34 litre (9 US gal.), 58 litre (15.5 US gal.) or 110 litre (29 US gal.). For advice on ordering gases contact service@trolex.com.

  • Page 67: Interim Service Kit

    The Interim Service Kit (KS6377 .03) contains the following: Description Quantity Part No. Trolex Sentro eModule - oxygen, complete with TX6350.01.257S calibration certificate 10.1.5 Major Service Kit All four eModules and the rear half battery pack must be replaced every 36 months.

  • Page 68: Airlocks

    11. Appendix D Checkpoint The deployment and use of the TX6377 Sentry will depend on the design of the refuge alternative in which it is to be used. The following information is provided as an example only. 11.1 Example Deployment and Use of TX6377 Sentry in Refuge Alternative covered by 30CFR Parts 7 &...
  • Page 69 A carbon monoxide display. The TX6377 Sentry has audio and visual alarms which can be preset by the user during initial configuration (refer to User Manual). These can be set to alert the user when the limits are approached to enable the necessary adjustments to be made to keep the atmosphere within the permitted concentrations.

  • Page 70: Airlocks

    11.1.2 Refuge Alternative without Airlock Monitoring Atmosphere within the Chamber The TX6377 Sentry is taken directly into the chamber with the miners. If required by the refuge alternative manufacturer, check the gas concentration in the chamber. This measurement is carried out with the TX6377 Sentry by using the hand-pump to draw a sample of the atmosphere into the manifold (refer to Sentry Quick Start Guide - TX6377-QS-EN-01).
  • Page 71 Oxygen 18.5 to 23% The TX6377 Sentry has audio and visual alarms which can be preset by the user during initial configuration (refer to User Manual). These can be set to alert the user when the limits are approached to enable the necessary adjustments to be made to keep the atmosphere within the permitted concentrations.

  • Page 72: Disclaimers

    When devices are used for applications with technical safety requirements, the relevant instructions must be followed. Trademarks © 2014 Trolex® Limited. Trolex is a registered trademark of Trolex Limited. The use of all trademarks in this document is acknowledged. Document History Issue 1...
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