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  • Page 1 APM Pumped Detectors Technical Manual Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 3 Ext. Ext. Ext. Date APPD APPD APPD Date 28/06/2023 Updated to rename to APM 25/10/2023 26/08/2021 Original Issue 02/09/2021 Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 3 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Performance specifications ........................49 Warranty ............................ 51 Fault reporting to Analox ......................52 Disposal ............................. 53 Oxygen sensor disposal ........................... 53 Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 5 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 6 Environmental specifications ..................48 Table 20 R134a performance specifications ................. 49 Table 21 performance specifications..................49 Table 22 performance specifications ..................50 Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 6 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 7 Abbreviations and acronyms Abbreviation Description Kilopascal l/min Litres per minute Oxygen Parts Per Million R134a 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (Refrigerant gas) Carbon dioxide Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 7 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 8: Safety Warning

    Corrosive. May cause redness, pain, blurred vision, and eye burns. Contact can result in the permanent loss of sight. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 8 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 9 If connected to any electrical equipment, the sensor should be immediately removed. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 9 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Int. Approved Introduction This technical manual describes the system operation of the pumped variants of the APM detectors. Certain procedures are common to all detectors and where this is the case the section heading will stipulate ‘All detectors’. Where deviations to the procedures apply to a specific detector these will be described in additional headings within the section.

  • Page 11: Modification State Control (All Detectors)

    Table 2 Modification State Modification state Date authorised/DCN No Details First article delivery Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 11 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 12: Product Overviews

    • Flow sensor • Breather port • Earth stud • Particulate filter • 2 x 1A cartridge fuses • Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 12 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 13: Co 2 & O 2 Detector

    • Flow sensor • Breather port • Earth stud • Particulate filter • 2 x 1A cartridge fuses • Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 13 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 14: O 2 Detector

    • Flow sensor • Breather port • Earth stud • Particulate filter • 2 x 1A cartridge fuses • Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 14 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 15: Installation (All Detectors)

    Drilled holes in the brackets allow for suitable M10 hardware to be fitted to secure the sensor detector to its intended installation location. Mechanical installation (All detectors) Figure 2 Dimensions Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 15 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 16: Figure 3 Maintenance Window

    APM Pumped Detectors Technical Manual Int. Approved Figure 3 Maintenance window Figure 4 Mounting brackets Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 16 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 17: Electrical Installation (R134A, Co Detectors)

    3 x D38999 Series III connectors are mounted on the bottom of the unit. From left to right they are Power 24V connector, Modbus Master Communications connector and ECS / Beacon signal connector. Figure 5 Electrical connections Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 17 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 18: Table 3 R134A Detector Connector Identification

    THE MIL-C-38999 CONNECTIONS ARE SUPPLIED WITH CRIMP PINS/SOCKETS FOR CONNECTIONS TO THE SUBMARINES INTERNAL WIRING. NOTE: UNUSED CONNECTOR WILL BE FITTED WITH DUST CAP Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 18 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 19: Table 4 Detector Connector Pin-Outs

    Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 19 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 20: Pneumatic Gas Paths

    Flow sensor does restrict the gas flow and is therefore upstream of the gas sensors in the assembly to prevent pressurisation of the sensors. Figure 7 Gas flow (CO Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 20 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 21: Co Detector

    Flow sensor does restrict the gas flow and is therefore upstream of the gas sensors in the assembly to prevent pressurisation of the sensors. Figure 8 Gas flow (O Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 21 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 22: Calibration (All Detectors)

    Calibration of each detector should be performed at intervals detailed in the following table. Table 5 Calibration intervals Sensor Type Calibration Interval R134a Every 12 months Every 3 months Every 3 months Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 22 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 23: Alarm And Fault Notifications

    EACH DISPLAY WILL SHOW BOTH THE NATIVE SENSOR READINGS AND THE PARTIAL PRESSURE READING FOR THE ASSOCIATED SENSOR. Figure 9 Alarm & fault notifications Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 23 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 24: Alarm Set Points

    Set Point Threshold Direction R134a 200ppm R134a HiHi 1000ppm R134a HiHiHi 1000ppm LoLo 160mBar 180mBar HiHi 0.5% HiHi 1.5% Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 24 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    (refer to Mechanical Installation in section 5.2 and Electrical Installation in section 5.3). Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 25 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 26: Disconnecting Pipework And Earth Bonding

    12 months (or as required) Replace particulate filter 6 months (or as required) Replace flow switch As required Replace fuses As required Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 26 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 27: Tubing Arrangement (R134A Detector)

    6mmOD push fit pneumatic fittings or 6mmOD compression fittings. Figure 11 Tubing Arrangement (CO & O detector) Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 27 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 28: Tubing Arrangement (O Detector)

    6mmOD push fit pneumatic fittings or 6mmOD compression fittings. Figure 12 Tubing Arrangement (O detector) Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 28 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 29: Part Identification

    Table 8 R134a detector part identification Number Description Flow Switch Pump module Filter O2 MEC Gas Port Breather R134aMEC Fuse Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 29 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 30: Figure 14 Co2 / O2 Part Identification

    Table 9 Part Identification. Number Description Flow switch Pump module Filter O2 MEC Gas port Breather CO2 sensor Fuse Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 30 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 31: Figure 15 O 2 Detector Part Identification

    Table 10 Part Identification. Number Description Flow switch Pump module Filter O2 MEC Gas port Breather Fuse Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 31 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 32: Removing And Replacing A Sensor Cell

    2] Remove the sensor lid by unscrewing the captive screws and remove the lid. Unscrew the plastic locking nut to release the cell from the sensor lid. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 32 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 33: Figure 16 2 Cell Push-Fit Spring Terminals

    NOTE: AFTER REPLACING A SENSOR IT IS ADVISABLE TO RE-CALIBRATE THE UNIT USING THE CONFIGURATION TOOL (SEE P0271-8005) Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 33 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 34: Removing And Replacing A Sensor Module

    6] The new sensor can now be fitted by reversing steps 1 to 4. NOTE: AFTER REPLACING A SENSOR IT IS ADVISABLE TO RE-CALIBRATE THE UNIT USING THE CONFIGURATION TOOL (SEE P0271-8005) Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 34 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 35 6] The new sensor can now be fitted by reversing steps 1 to 3. NOTE: AFTER REPLACING A SENSOR IT IS ADVISABLE TO RE-CALIBRATE THE UNIT USING THE CONFIGURATION TOOL (SEE P0271-8005) Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 35 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 36 2] Remove the push-in flow adaptor from the CO module. 3] Remove the 2 off M4 x 16mm Pozi pan screws securing the sensor module lid. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 36 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 37 7] The new sensor can now be fitted by reversing steps 1 to 6. NOTE: AFTER REPLACING A SENSOR IT IS ADVISABLE TO RE-CALIBRATE THE UNIT USING THE CONFIGURATION TOOL (SEE P0271-8005) Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 37 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 38: Removing And Replacing The Pump Module

    1] Disconnect the wiring from the pump printed circuit board as shown below. Table 11 Pump wiring detail. PCB Ident Wire Ident Function J2.1 +2.1 +24V J2.2 -2.1 J2.3 Not connected Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 38 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 39 M3 full nuts 7] Refit the inlet and outlet tubes and secure with the previously removed tube clamps. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 39 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 40: Removing And Replacing The Flow Switch

    Flow sensor wiring detail. Terminal No. Wire Identification Function J5.1 09/+01 +24V J5.2 09/D01 Signal connection board at location J5 Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 40 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 41: Removing And Replacing The Particulate Filter

    Push-fit clamp and pushing in the tubing, then release the clamp. 5] Secure the filter into the existing housing bracket. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 41 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 42: Breather Replacement

    Technical Manual Int. Approved Breather replacement Remove the M8 full nut from the breather on the inside of the Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 42 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 43: Replacing The Fuses

    2] Pull the fuse free from the holder and replace. Insert the fuse holder and lock by turning clockwise. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 43 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 44: Spare Parts And Accessories

    Image of item Description Part no. R134a detector 4000-0277-0002 detector 4000-0277-0003 detector 4000-0277-0004 R134a Sensor Module P0192-6350-00 MEC O Cell 9100-9212-9HM Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 44 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 45 Push Fit Elbows) Fuse, Cartridge, S500 Series, 1 A, 250 S500-1-R V, 5mm x 20mm, 35 A Breather SA2XMRCBL/D6693 Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 45 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...
  • Page 46 Image of item Description Part no. Key, Locking, 7mm Triangular, Zinc 9300-0271-0005 Plated Calibration Tool Loom SA8R134AO2CTL Calibration Tube Adaptor SA8R134AO2CTA Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 46 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 47: Accessories

    To be sourced locally balance nitrogen) Calibration bottle demand flow regulator (To suit To be sourced locally sourced calibration gas bottles) Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 47 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 48: Specifications

    (If water based extinguishing systems exceed these levels there may be damaged caused) Instrument will indicate a fault outside the operating pressure. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 48 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 49: Performance Specifications

    (T90) or safety function activation. Sensor MTBF Mean time before failure ≥ 2 years in atmospheric air Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 49 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 50: Table 22 Co

    ≥ 5 years in atmospheric air Cross sensitivity Sensitivity of other gases *See note below to the R134a cell Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 50 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 51: Warranty

    NOTE: WHERE THE BUYER/END USER FAILS TO FOLLOW THE SELLERS REGULAR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS, THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. Document ref: P0277-8000-01 October 2023 Page 51 of 53 Copyright © 2021 Analox Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Commercial in Confidence...

  • Page 52: Fault Reporting To Analox

    Fault reporting to Analox In the event of a fault arising, the following table may be of use when reporting the fault to Analox. Please complete whichever sections are believed to be relevant to the fault and return a copy to Analox along with a copy of the unit’s fault logs and latest datalog - contact details can be found on...

  • Page 53: Disposal

    Analox will provide a disposal service if this is beneficial to the customer. Analox are registered for the disposal of WEEE in the UK through the Environment Agency (2013 Registration number WEE/KE0043SY).

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