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United Electric Controls UE VANGUARD WirelessHART TCD60HXY Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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WirelessHART
Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector
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P/N: TCD60HXY
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
IM_TCD60-01
11/05/2021

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  • Page 1 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector ® P/N: TCD60HXY Installation and Maintenance Instructions IM_TCD60-01 11/05/2021...
  • Page 2 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard United Electric Controls provides these installation and maintenance instructions for the UE Vanguard Wire- lessHART toxic & combustible gas detector solely. The end-user is responsible for maintaining the Vanguard WirelessHART toxic & combustible gas detector in full, operational condition. All warnings must be thor- oughly read, understood and followed.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard Table of Contents 1.0 General 1.1 Device Overview.................1-2 1.2 Device Packaging...............3 1.3 Device Approvals............... 4-5 2.0 Installation 2.1 Battery Installation..............6-7 2.2 Sensor Installation..............8-9 2.3 Sensor Placement Considerations........9-10 2.4 Sensor Cross Sensitivity............10 2.5 Classified Area Installation............11 2.6 Field Mounting................

  • Page 4: General

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 1.0 GENERAL This device is for monitoring and communicating gas concentration levels for data collection or record keeping and does not provide alarm signals. Misuse of this device may cause explosion and/or personal injury. These instructions must be thoroughly read and understood prior to installation of the device.
  • Page 5 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard Heavy duty, explosion- proof antenna Intrinsically Safe battery compartment. Battery is hot swappable in HazLoc areas Large shrouded button allows Integral FLEXmount™ access to calibration mode and bracket bump testing Graphic display shows gas Explosion-proof (Ex d) concentration, network compartment...

  • Page 6: Device Packaging

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 1.2 Device Packaging The device may be shipped in one of the following two configurations. Please ensure that all items have been received before proceeding with installation and operation. 1. Base unit and mounting bracket kit with toxic or combustible FLEXsense™ sensor (Figure 3 and Figure 4). 2.

  • Page 7: Device Approvals

    WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 1.3 Device Approvals This device is suitable for Class I, Divisions 1 & 2, Groups A,B,C,D; or non-hazardous locations only. 5003390 -40°C (-40°F) ≤ Tamb. ≤ 65°C (149°F)*. Type 4X and IP66**. This product is ATEX and IECEx certified for equipment category 2.
  • Page 8 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard The device has been certified in accordance with the applicable requirements of the following standards: Each certificate lists the standard, along with standard revision or date, which this Vanguard product meets. See DEMKO 11 ATEX 1105261X for EN Standards, See IECEx UL 14.0075X for IECEx Standards.

  • Page 9: Installation

    2.0 INSTALLATION 2.1 Battery Installation Only battery packs provided by United Electric Controls are compatible with this device. Battery should be removed and stored when the device is not in use. Batteries are not rechargeable. The battery pack contains two Lithium-Thionyl Chloride D size cells, with a nominal output voltage of 7.2V.
  • Page 10 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 6. When hardware and software boot-up is complete, the device will prompt user to activate the installed sen- sor (see Figure 7) VANGUARD SENSOR NOT ACTIVATED : CH4 PUSH BUTTON TO ACTIVATE SENSOR Figure 7 Refer to section 2.2 for sensor activation sequence.

  • Page 11: Sensor Installation

    IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 2.2 Sensor Installation Only FLEXsense™ sensors provided by United Electric Controls are compatible with this device. Do not attempt to disassemble the sensor as this could damage the sensor and void hazardous location approvals, and manufacturer warranty. Sensors must be activated after installation.

  • Page 12: Sensor Placement Considerations

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 8. The device will prompt the user to zero the offset. As shown in Figure 12. %LEL PRESS AND HOLD BUTTON TO ZERO SENSOR Figure 12 OR PUSH TO SKIP A. To zero the offset, press and hold the calibration button until seeing the display screen in Figure 13. This takes about 10 seconds.

  • Page 13: Sensor Cross Sensitivity

    WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard For gases that are heavier than air, sensor installation is recommended near the ground and below the potential leak source. For gases that are lighter than air, sensor installation is recommended near the ceiling (in an enclosed space) and above the potential leak source.

  • Page 14: Classified Area Installation

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 2.5 Classified Area Installation This device is suitable for Class I, Divisions 1 & 2, Groups A,B,C,D; or non-hazardous locations only. -40°C (-40°F) ≤ Tamb. ≤ 65°C (149°F)*. Enclosure Type 4X and IP66**. This device is ATEX and IECEx certified for equipment category 2.
  • Page 15 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 2.6.1 Standard Mount - Vertical 1. Remove hardware from packaging (see Figure 15). 2. Place one pipe mount adaptor [1] onto desired location horizontally on pipe and slide U-bolt [2] through holes. 3.
  • Page 16 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 2.6.2 Standard Mount - Horizontal 1. Remove hardware from packaging (see Figure 15). 2. Place one pipe mount adaptor [1] onto desired location vertically on pipe and slide U-bolt [2] through holes. 3.
  • Page 17 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 2.6.3 Standard Mount - Wall Wall mounting could affect the signal strength of the device 1. Remove hardware from packaging (see Figure 20). 2. Hold mounting bracket plate [3] against wall/flat surface and screw tightly into place using (4x) mount- ing holes (0.40”...
  • Page 18 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 2.6.4 Magnetic Mount Caution: magnets may cause pinch points. Magnet contact force is dependent on surface condition and flatness. Mount to flat, dry, clean surfaces that are not subject to extreme environmental conditions. This solution should not be used for overhead mounting.
  • Page 19 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 2.6.5 Universal Mount Remove hardware from packaging (see Figure 26). Thread clamp [8] through the holes on the mounting bracket plate [3] (see Figure 26, 27). Wrap the clamp [8] around the mounting structure and insert the end under the worm drive screw [9] (see Figure 28).

  • Page 20: Antenna Placement Considerations

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 2.7 Antenna Placement Considerations This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules: may not cause harmful interference; must accept any interference, including that which may cause undesired operation of the device. To comply with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this device must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons.
  • Page 21 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard Connected Device Entity Parameters (will vary dependent upon device): = Max. voltage that can be connected at the input to the handheld or other programming device i prog = Max. current that can be connected at the input to the handheld or other programming device i prog = Max.
  • Page 22 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 7. Navigating through the handheld HART communicator menu, choose Configure Network ID and enter the Network ID. The operation will use WirelessHART commands 773-Write Network ID and 774-Read Network ID. Note: Use *Quick Code 9, 2, 1 to be taken directly to the Configure Network ID choice. Quick Codes may not work with all handheld HART communicators.
  • Page 23 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard D. Connected: The device should now be joined to the network (see Figure 34). If the device fails to join the wireless mesh network, consult the Troubleshooting Guide (see Section 5.0). Data transfer is not possible yet. Note: X X X % L E L B A T T E R Y:...

  • Page 24: Operation

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 3.0 OPERATION This device is for monitoring and communicating gas concentration levels for data collection or record keeping and does not provide alarm signals. Misuse of this product may cause explosion and/or personal injury. These instructions must be thoroughly read and understood prior to installation of the unit.

  • Page 25: Sensor Calibration & Bump Test

    WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 3.2 Sensor Calibration & Bump Test Thoroughly read and understand all Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and warnings associated with gases used for calibration and/or bump testing. During sensor calibration mode, the device is not operational or communicating data. Proper care should be taken to ensure that surrounding environment is free of toxic or combustible gases.
  • Page 26 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard Offset Zeroing 3. The screen shown in Figure 36 will appear. Ensure that the area is free from hazardous gas or else apply zero air to the sensor. Press and hold the calibration button for 10 seconds. Successful offset zeroing will show the prompt, in Figure 37 below.
  • Page 27 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 8. Remove calibration cup and allow gas to clear, as shown in Figure 40. Note: Device will return to measurement mode when concentration is less than 2% of full scale range. C H 4 : X X REMOVE AND CLEAR GAS % L E L THEN PUSH TO RETURN...

  • Page 28: Programming Mode

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 3.3 Programming Mode This section describes the HART Commands used in the device. 3.3.1 Universal Commands The Universal Commands are the minimum command set for all HART devices and provide access to infor- mation useful in normal device operation.
  • Page 29 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 3.3.3 Device Specific Commands The Device Specific Commands are commands unique to this device only. These commands are included in the Device Description (DD). Download the latest DD* at www.ueonline.com to ensure optimum com- munication between HART devices, gateway and host system.
  • Page 30 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 3.3.5 HART Command 129 Write Calibration Point Request bytes: Bytes Format Description Float Concentration of gas used during calibration Response bytes: Bytes Format Description Float Concentration of gas used during calibration Command Specific Response Code: Code Class Description...
  • Page 31 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 3.3.6 HART Command 131 Read Sensor Activation State Request bytes: Bytes Format Description None Response bytes: Bytes Format Description Unsigned-16 Sensor type (0=Not Activated) Command Specific Response Code: Code Class Description Success No command specific errors Table 7...
  • Page 32 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 3.3.7 HART Command 132 Read Base Unit Configuration String Request bytes: Bytes Format Description None Response byte: Bytes Format Description 0-39 Latin-1 Unit Configuration String, (e.g., UEC100 SW 2.20 HW 1.21) Command Specific Response Code: Code Class Description...

  • Page 33: Field Replacement

    The sensor is certified intrinsically safe. Sensor replacement may be performed in the field without a hot work permit. Only FLEXsense™ sensors provided by United Electric Controls are compatible with this device. Do not attempt to disassemble the sensor as this could damage the sensor and void hazardous location approvals, and manufacturer warranty.

  • Page 34: Battery Replacement

    The battery compartment is certified intrinsically safe. Battery replacement may be performed in the field without a hot work permit. Only battery packs provided by United Electric Controls are compatible with this device. When replacing the battery, proper care should be taken to ensure that surrounding environment is free of toxic or combustible gases.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting Guide

    WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 5.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The Vanguard WirelessHART gas detector is used as part of a wireless mesh network that may communicate with other manufacturers’ WirelessHART devices, Gateways, and control systems. The following provides troubleshooting suggestions for common operating problems that may be encountered.

  • Page 36: Wireless Communication

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 5.2 Wireless Communication Upon inputting the Network ID and Join Key, the device initializes connection with the network in the following phases. The phase status will be indicated on the device display. 1.

  • Page 37: Dimensional Drawings

    WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 6.0 DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS (CAD drawings may be found at www.ueonline.com) TCD60 Shown with Standard Mount Model Option Gain (dBi) TCD50 12.4" (315mm) TCD60 16.2” (412mm) 4.35 16.6” (422mm) 18.9” (482mm)

  • Page 38: Appendix 7.1 List Of Figures

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 7.0 APPENDIX 7.1 List of Figures Page Figure Description Front view of Vanguard and feature call out Rear view of Vanguard and feature call out Vanguard packaging, top foam layer Vanguard packaging, bottom foam layer Battery installation Vanguard display showing ‘STARTING’...

  • Page 39: List Of Tables

    WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector IM_TCD60-01 www.ueonline.com/vanguard 7.1 List of Figures Vanguard display showing ‘Calibration Done’ screen with CH sensor If gas is still present, this prompt is shown Front view of Vanguard FLEXsense™ replacement Battery replacement 7.2 List of Tables Page Table Description...

  • Page 40: List Of Device Warnings (French Language)

    IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 7.3 List of Device Warnings (French Language) Page(s) Warning Text Texte d'avertissement This device is for monitoring and communicating gas Cet appareil est destiné à la surveillance et à la com- concentration levels for data collection or record munication des niveaux de concentration de gaz pour 1,11,20 keeping and does not provide alarm signals.
  • Page 41 L'appareil peut alors ne plus être adapté à une utilisation dans un lieu de Classe I, Division 1. Only battery packs provided by United Electric Controls Seuls les packs de batteries fournis par United Electric Con- 6,29 are compatible with this device.
  • Page 42 IM_TCD60-01 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard 7.3 List of Device Warnings (French Language) Page(s) Warning Text Texte d'avertissement Wall mounting could affect the signal strength of the Un montage mural pourrait affecter la puissance du signal de device. l'appareil.
  • Page 43 Consulter le manuel d'installation pour obtenir des conseils sur la compatibilité des dispositifs HART à sécurité intrinsèque. WARNING: To prevent ignition, use only sensors and batteries supplied by United Electric Controls. UEs UE Battery (Vmax = 7.8V, Imax = 0.17A) Assy # 6361-807. Avertissement: Pour éviter toute inflammation, n'utilisez que des capteurs et des batteries fournis par United Electric...
  • Page 44 WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector www.ueonline.com/vanguard RECOMMENDED PRACTICES AND WARNINGS United Electric Controls Company recommends careful consideration of the following factors when specifying and installing UE gas detectors. Before installing a unit, the Installation and Maintenance instructions provided with unit must be read and understood.

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