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User Manual Gas Detector ProGas 4 Product code: PW-017-PG4-X POD-064-ENG R10...
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Engineering, manufacturing, implementation and technical support to Systems for Monitoring, Detection and Reduction of gas hazards To get familiar with our complete offer please visit www.atestgaz.pl Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice Poland tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 fax: +48 32 234 92 71 e-mail: contact@atestgaz.pl...
www.atestgaz.pl Remarks and reservations Read and understand this manual prior to connection and operation of the device. Keep the User Manual at hand with the device for future reference. The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for any errors, damage or defects caused by improper selection of suitable devices or cables, errors in installation of equipment or any misuse due to failure to understand the document content.
www.atestgaz.pl Table of contents 1 Preliminary information........................6 1.1 Functional properties..........................6 1.2 Cable glands and blanking plugs......................7 1.3 Cables..............................7 1.4 Blanking enclosure..........................7 1.5 Operation principle..........................7 1.6 Statuses of the gas detector........................7 1.7 Detectable gases............................ 8 1.8 Output signals............................8 1.9 Gas detector with an FL.C head......................
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www.atestgaz.pl List of Tables Table 1: Possible statuses of the optical indicator.....................3 Table 2: Gas detector status..........................8 Table 3: Layout of connecting terminals for the device option with the RS-485 port........12 Table 4: Layout of connecting terminals for the device option with the Teta Bus port........13 Table 5: Information assigned to levels of current from the 4 –...
Preliminary information The ProGas 4 Gas Detector is a device designed as a component of the Gas Safety System dedicated for operation under heavy-duty industrial conditions with a broad range of ambient parameters variations (high temperatures, corrosive gases or vapours, moisture and dust).
www.atestgaz.pl Self-test functionality. Storage of such parameters as: the CAS number of the substance, location name, serial number, the interval between mandatory calibrations, etc., in an internal memory of the device. Cable glands and blanking plugs The cable gland and blanking plug are replaceable parts. To select spare ones please obey the following rules: range of operating temperature (see Table 9), appropriate mounting thread (see Table 9).
www.atestgaz.pl Mode Description Gas overload The gas concentration has exceeded the overload threshold. If so, the sensor may be damaged or its sensitivity and lifetime may be affected. Lock Gas concentration is above the overload value (the default value is 100% LEL). The detector is locked (see Appendix [3]) –...
www.atestgaz.pl The calibration procedure for gas detectors furnished with the FL.C head must be carried out with consideration of the following constraints (detector with FL.C head parameters – see Table 9): minimum flow of reference gas, wind velocity nearby the detector – it is important to pay attention to the air movement at a location where the detector with the FL.C head is used –...
www.atestgaz.pl Safety Testing of the detector with a gas of unknown composition or excessive concentration is forbidden since it may lead to irreversible damage of the gas sensor. All activities related to connecting detectors, signalling devices and other system components must be carried out when the power supply voltage for the control unit is off. Despite the power supply for the Gas Safety System is off, dangerous voltage may persist across terminals of the control unit.
www.atestgaz.pl Working environment Details about the working environment parameters can be found in the Guide – 'Sigma Gas Safety System' (POD-070-ENG). Design and dimensions Figure 3: The gas detector design and dimensions Figure 4: The gas detector design and dimensions (H=HW) s.
www.atestgaz.pl Input-output interfaces Electric interface Assignment of contacts on the terminal block depends on the device configuration (see details is Section 9). All possible options of the terminal block layouts are shown on illustrations below. 4.1.1 RS-485 serial transmission port Figure 5: Electric connections for the option with the RS-485 port Port designation Name...
www.atestgaz.pl Port designation Name Terminals Description TETA BUS -, + Combined transmission and power supply lines 4-20 4 – 20 mA current output R1.1 – R3.2 Terminals of relay outputs Table 4: Layout of connecting terminals for the device option with the Teta Bus port RS-485 serial transmission Communication via the RS-485 port employs either the Modbus ASCII or the Sigma Bus protocol (when the detector communicates with other devices of the Sigma system).
www.atestgaz.pl Adjustable. Operation mode ‘proportional output’ (default mode), i.e. the current is in proportion to the gas concentration measured by the detector: 4 mA – corresponds to the lowest level of the output current and stands for 0% of the measurement range of the detector. 20 mA –...
www.atestgaz.pl [mA] t [s] Figure 8: Waveforms for the dynamic mode of the detector operation The dynamic mode of operation can be activated by setting the T or T time slots to the level > 0. The waveform below explains how the 4 – 20 mA current output behaves when the dynamic mode is inactive (T and T = 0).
www.atestgaz.pl [mA] t [s] Figure 10: Waveform at the 4 – 20 mA current output when the dynamic mode is active Relay outputs Each gas detector has three relay outputs. These outputs can adopt one of the two statuses: active or inactive.
www.atestgaz.pl Active Inactive R1.2 R1.2 R1.1 R1.1 Figure 12: Terminals of a relay output in the inverted (NC) mode of operation The default settings for relay outputs is the following: R1: Warning 1, standard (NO) mode, R2: Alarm, standard (NO) mode, R3: Failure, inverted (NC) mode.
www.atestgaz.pl Permanent magnet Figure 13: Gas detector with a permanent magnet in place After communication between the gas detector and the control software is established, the permanent magnet can be removed. Life cycle Transportation The device can be shipped in the same way as new equipment of that type. If the original package or another protecting means (e.g.
www.atestgaz.pl Figure 14: Correct mounting of the gas detector The manufacturer recommends application of the Mounting Bracket WM8 (see Table 12) – since it enables easy calibration of gas detectors and protects their housings against damage. First the mounting bracket should be mounted to a support structure (wall) by means of two rawlplugs or M6 bolts.
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www.atestgaz.pl unscrew and remove the cover of the detector, untighten the cable gland, peel insulation from conductor ends (see Appendix [6]) and thread the cable through the gland. For more details please refer to the manual POD-066-ENG ‘Cable glands used in offered devices’. Make sure that the cable outer diameter corresponds to the type of cable gland.
www.atestgaz.pl Incorrect cable routing may lead to worsening of the device immunity to electromagnetic interferences. Unused screw terminals must be tightened home. Commissioning Before power up make sure that all parts are tightly assembled (cable glands, blinding plugs and the detector lid).
www.atestgaz.pl 5.4.1 Configuration of the electric current source The detector is furnished with a source of electric current. Depending on needs the source can be configured as a SOURCE or a SINK – see Section 4.3.1. Configuration by installing a jumper – see table below. Setting of jumpers Operation mode SOURCE of electric current (default setting)
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Gas detectors manufactured by Atest Gaz are classified to the A category of instruments (see Appendix [7]) with respect to environments conditions for calibration.
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www.atestgaz.pl 5.6.2.3 Calibration procedure To calibrate gas detectors follow the procedure below: to avoid undesired alarms when the detector responds to excessive concentration of reference gas, switch the detector to be calibrated to the calibration mode – the calibration mode is recognized by the control unit, supply the calibration gas •...
www.atestgaz.pl 5.6.3.2 Membrane replacement {4} To replace the membrane follow the procedure below: loosen the securing screws of the bushing (see Figure 16) with a 1.5 mm Allen wrench, remove the cover, replace the membrane, The membrane should be placed with the hydrophobic side outwards (see Figure 16 and 17). reinstall the protective cover and retighten the locking bolts.
www.atestgaz.pl Inner side, not hydrophobic. Outer side, hydrophobic. Clearly visible, shiny fibres. Lustreless and silky surface, smoother The surface is more porous than than the background printing paper the background paper The picture shows the membrane against a background sheet of white printing paper Figure 17: Identification of the hydrophobic side of the membrane 5.6.3.3 Sensor replacement {5}...
www.atestgaz.pl When the bushing of the detector head is damaged or removed the detector must be sent back to the manufacturer for repair. 5.6.4 Scheduled inspection You should: check and clean inserts made of sintered material (dry cleaning with a brush or a cloth), check of the cable gland and make sure that it is tight and free of damage.
www.atestgaz.pl Analog output 4 – 20 mA • Output type Sink / source • R (source mode) 300 Ω load_MAX • U (sink mode) 30 V (max. voltage between pins „S” and „-”) S_MAX Parameters of bistable outputs • Relays 3 x Floating contacts (voltage free), 24 V / 0.3 A, Not protected against overloading Digital communication parameters...
Product marking ProGas 4 Gas Detector PW-017-PG4- AI WI MC To be selected by the manufacturer depending on the code – this parameter is irrelevant for ordering of the product (please put X in the Converter module product order, the available EC, PEL, IR, PID options stand for the sensor type specific for the product –...
Details can be found in the Appendix [2]. Appendices DEZG138-ENG – EC Declaration of Conformity – ProGas 4 PU-Z-114-ENG– SmArtGas 4, ProGas 4 – special design PU-Z-093-ENG – Instructions to unlock detectors with a catalytic sensor PU-Z-113-ENG –...
EU Declaration of Conformity Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. declares with full responsibility, that the product: (Product description) (Trade name) (Type identifier or Product code) Gas Detector ProGas 4 PW-017 complies with the following Directives and Standards: in relation to Directive 2014/30/EU – on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility: • EN 50270:2015 In relation to directive 2011/65/EU – on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment • EN IEC 63000:2018 other: • EN 60529:1991 This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. This EU Declaration of Conformity becomes not valid in case of product change or rebuild without manufacturer's permission.
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PW-017 PG4.LV FL, FL.M, FL.C, HL, HR FL, FL.C, FL.M, FH, FH.M, HL, HH, HW FH, FH.M, HH Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p. 1/2 Appendix: PU-Z-114-ENG R05 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 VAT No.: PL 9691433231...
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Catalytic sensor, hydrogen, 40% LEL (Ta: -20 – 50°C) Nickel plated brass, clamping range 7 – 13 mm. See details in POD-066-ENG Cable gland STD.NB03 „Cable glands used in gas detectors produced by Atest Gaz” Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p.
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Detectors using a catalytic sensor (more details concerning the sensor – see User Manual POD-062-ENG “Sensors used in gas detectors produced by Atest Gaz”) are equipped with a system protecting against its damage caused by a gas concentration exceeding the measuring range of the sensor and before entering non-monotonic part of the catalytic sensor characteristics.
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Test Test mode Warm_Up Sensor warm-up 11..15 Inessential data, can take any value Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p. 1/1 Appendix: PU-Z-113-ENG R01 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 VAT No.: PL 9691433231...
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– red Gas overload The display has light-sensitive area, which ensures appropriate backlit of the display during operation in an unlit room. Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p. 1/5 Appendix: PU-Z-073-ENG R05 ul.
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The display shows LOCK information. Display description contains sample content. The state occurs only in case of detectors with a catalytic sensor. The lock mechanism is active. Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p.
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0,0 ppm turned off. AWK2100H The display shows AWK2100H message. Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p. 3/5 Appendix: PU-Z-073-ENG R05 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 VAT No.: PL 9691433231...
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Description Sensor lock – sensor off, the last measurement latched Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p. 4/5 Appendix: PU-Z-073-ENG R05 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 VAT No.: PL 9691433231...
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Bluetooth module is failure bit 13 calibration time is exceeded bit 14 digital amplifier operation monitor warning Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p. 5/5 Appendix: PU-Z-073-ENG R05 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 VAT No.: PL 9691433231...
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For the systems with RS-485 interface, it is necessary to make sure that A and B transmission signals as well as + and – power supply were led with the use of the cables which belong to one pair. Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p.
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It is unacceptable to leave a reserve inside the detector. Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 p.
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www.atestgaz.pl Classification of chemicals used at Atest-Gaz Because of the need to present a consistent and high level of maintenance services, to ensure the safety of the calibration process and to create a basis for a rational calculation of the costs of this process, Atest-Gaz developed the "Classification of Chemical Substances"...
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www.atestgaz.pl Category Description Terms of facility calibration No precipitations, no strong winds, Cylinder gases, temperature over – 10 C¹. stable environment In other cases, calibration at a location that meets the above conditions (necessary to remove the detectors). No precipitations, no strong winds, Cylinder gases, temperature over + 10...
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Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 fax: +48 32 234 92 71 e-mail: contact@atestgaz.pl For more details on our devices and other products and services offered by us, visit:...
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