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Riken Keiki SDM-Force Series Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 PT0E-2470 GX-Force Calibration Station SDM-Force Series Operating Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Product Overview ............................3 1-1. Introduction .............................. 3 1-2. Intended use ............................3 1-3. DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE ..................4 1-4. Checking CE marking models ......................... 4 2 Important Safety Information ..........................5 2-1. Danger information ..........................5 2-2.

  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Product Overview 1-1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the SDM-Force Series Bump Tester for the GX-Force Portable Gas Detector (“the product” hereinafter). Please confirm that the model number of the product you purchased matches the model number of the product covered by this manual.

  • Page 4: Danger, Warning, Caution, And Note

    1-3. DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE This manual uses the following headings to ensure safe and effective work: This indicates situations in which improper handling may result in DANGER fatal or serious injury to persons or serious damage to property. This indicates situations in which improper handling may result in WARNING serious injury to persons or serious damage to property.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information 2-1. Danger information DANGER Usage  The product is a non-explosion-proof device. Never use it in hazardous areas.  Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the product. 2-2. Warning information WARNING Usage Power source  Before turning on the power for the product, be sure to confirm that the power source meets the specified voltage requirements.

  • Page 6: Handling The Gas

    2-4. Handling the gas CAUTION Handling gas containers (gas cylinders and calibration gas cans)  Do not subject containers to impact.  Do not expose to direct sunlight or high temperatures.  Take precautions to keep containers from toppling and to prevent other accidents. ...

  • Page 7: Product Configuration

    3-1. Main unit and accessories Open the box and packaging and inspect the product and accessories. If anything is missing, contact RIKEN KEIKI. Main unit For detailed information on the names and functions of product parts and the LED display, refer to ‘ 3- 2.

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    3-2. Part names and functions This section describes the names and functions of the various parts of the main unit. ⑥ ⑩ ⑨ ⑪ ⑧ ⑫ ⑦ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑭ ⑱ ⑬ ⑰ ⑯ ⑮ 8/81...
  • Page 9 Name Function ・ Turns the product power on and off. ① POWER button (Pressing this button and the EDIT/ENTER button simultaneously turns off the gas detector (sold separately).) ・ Copies bump test, gas adjustment, and alarm check records to a USB flash drive (sold separately).

  • Page 10: Usage Instructions

    Usage Instructions 4-1. Usage note The operating precautions apply to both first-time users and those who have previously used the product. Ignoring these precautions may damage the product and result in inaccurate gas detection. DANGER Usage  The product is a non-explosion-proof device. Never use it in hazardous areas. ...
  • Page 11 <Recommended calibration gas concentrations for bump test/gas adjustment> Detection target gas Sensor model Gas concentration Combustible gas (HC) NCR-6309 Isobutane (i-C 50 %LEL (0.9 %) Combustible gas (CH NCR-6309 Methane (CH 50 %LEL (2.5 %) Oxygen (O Oxygen (O ESR-X13P 12.0 vol% diluted Carbon monoxide (CO)
  • Page 12 CAUTION Gas discharge  When feeding gas, it should either be discharged to a safe location with the gas outlet open to the atmosphere or collected using a gas sampling bag.  When using the product with multiple units interconnected, discharge exhaust gas from each unit separately.

  • Page 13: Interconnection (Optional)

    4-2-2 Interconnection (optional) The product can be used with the units interconnected. The number of units that can be interconnected is as follows.  When gas is supplied using gas bags: Up to 10 units  When gas is supplied using demand flow valve: Up to 5 units CAUTION Do not connect more units than listed above together.
  • Page 14 Remove the side cover. Keep the side cover, taking care not to lose it. Remove the transparent plugs attached to the four sample connectors. Keep the plugs, taking care not to lose them. Align the sample connectors on the two leftmost product units, then push in until the two product units are in contact with each other.

  • Page 15: Attaching The Wall Mounting Fixture (Sold Separately)

    4-2-3. Attaching the wall mounting fixture (sold separately) Use the screws provided (M4×8) to secure the wall mounting fixture (sold separately) to the product. Large hole Screw (M4×8) Small hole Small hole Large hole 15/81...
  • Page 16 Use the screws to secure the wall mounting fixture to the wall. Screw Screw mounting hole (⌀6) 16/81...

  • Page 17: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    4-2-4. Connecting the AC adapter Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the power jack at the rear of the product. Power jack Plug the AC adapter into the mains outlet. NOTE  When using the product with multiple units interconnected, each unit must be connected to a separate power supply.

  • Page 18: Attaching The Cylindrical Filter (Dust Filter)

    4-2-5. Attaching the cylindrical filter (dust filter) Attach the cylindrical filter provided, aligning the direction of the arrow engraved on it with the AIR inlet on the side of the product. Cylindrical filter 18/81...

  • Page 19: Mounting The Gas Detector (Sold Separately)

    4-2-6. Mounting the gas detector (sold separately) CAUTION Before mounting the gas detector (sold separately), wipe off any dirt or water droplets from the gas detector, as dirt or droplets may result in clogging of the product piping. Mount the gas detector (sold separately) with the LCD display facing the product.
  • Page 20 Connect the GAS Product GAS OUT IN/OUT tubes on the tube product to the gas detector (sold Product GAS IN tube separately). Connect the GAS IN tube on the product to the gas inlet on the gas detector (sold separately), then connect the GAS OUT tube to the gas outlet on the gas detector (sold separately).
  • Page 21 Connect the gas detector (sold separately) to the product using a USB cable (Type-C male - Type-C male) USB cable (sold separately). 21/81...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Gas

    4-2-7. Connecting the gas The gas inlets are located on the side of the product. On products containing one solenoid valve, the gas inlet is GAS 1. On products containing two solenoid valves, the gas inlets are GAS 1 and GAS 2. On products containing three solenoid valves, the gas inlets are GAS 1, GAS 2, and GAS 3.
  • Page 23 WARNING Calibration gas for bump test/gas adjustment  The calibration gas for bump test/gas adjustment may be hazardous (combustible or toxic gas) or may cause oxygen deficiency. Handle the gas and related jigs and tools with due care. Gas sampling bag ...
  • Page 24 <Piping> NOTE  Set what gas to connect to what gas inlet before using the product. (Refer to ‘4-4-2. Cylinder settings’.)  If the number of gas types to be connected exceeds the number of solenoid valves on the product, the next gas must be connected manually after introducing the first gas. With three solenoid valves Exhaust Gas can be introduced via each of three gas inlets...
  • Page 25 <Piping (using the PC Controller Program (sold separately))> NOTE  When using the PC Controller Program (sold separately), you must set what gas type to be introduced via what gas inlet.  Mount the gas detector (sold separately) on the product before connecting the PC. SDM-Force(C3): With three solenoid valves Exhaust...

  • Page 26: Installing The Pc Controller Program (Sold Separately)

    4-2-8. Installing the PC Controller Program (sold separately) Using the PC Controller Program (sold separately), you can control gas adjustment and other operations using the product from the PC. The PC Controller Program (sold separately) must be installed before it can be used. NOTE ...
  • Page 27 Click [Next]. Check the details displayed, select [I accept the terms in the license agreement], then click [Next]. Enter the user name and organization, then click [Next]. 27/81...
  • Page 28 Select the destination folder for installing the software, then click [Next]. Check the setup type, destination folder, and user information, then click [Install]. To edit the settings or information, click [Back]. Click [Cancel] to exit the wizard. Program installation starts. 28/81...
  • Page 29 Once installation is complete, click [Finish]. Check to confirm that the PC Controller Program icon appears on the PC desktop. PC Controller Program icon 29/81...

  • Page 30: Startup

    4-3. Startup 4-3-1. Turning on the power Product LED check locations Lit steadily Blinking Hold down the POWER button on the product LCD display for at least one second to turn on the power. Panel sheet LED display The CHARGE LED blinks green. Mount the gas detector (sold separately) with LCD display its power turned off on the product.
  • Page 31 Once communication is established, the gas LCD display names and calibration gas concentrations set on the gas detector (sold separately) are displayed on the LCD. Displays the gas names and calibration gas concentrations. LED display The CHARGE LED blinks green. NOTE ...

  • Page 32: Lcd Screen Display

    4-3-2. LCD screen display The meanings of the icons displayed on the product LCD screen are as follows: ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑨ ⑧ ⑩ Name Function Displayed when communication is established between the product and the gas Gas detector detector (sold separately).
  • Page 33 Name Function [C1] Replace the GAS 1 inlet gas. [C2] Replace the GAS 2 inlet gas. Cylinder setting [C3] Replace the GAS 3 inlet gas. ⑨ [**] No assignment (cylinder information does not include a target gas) [--] [OFF] in sensor setting Displays the calibration gas concentration for bump test/gas adjustment.

  • Page 34: Led Display List

    4-3-3. LED display list The product LED indications are as follows: <BUMP LED/CAL LED/ALARM LED> Status BUMP ALARM Power on (for one second) Orange Orange Orange Main screen Button operation Setting screen Operation using the Orange Orange Download in progress (blinking) (blinking) PC Controller...
  • Page 35 <COPY LED> Status Power on (for one second) Orange No data Small data volumes (Under 80 %: 1 to 399) Green No USB flash drive Large data volumes (sold separately) Orange (80 % or more: 400 to 499) Max data (100 %: 500) No data Small data volumes (Under 80 %: 1 to 399) Green (blinking)

  • Page 36: Settings

    4-4. Settings Hold down the EDIT/ENTER button for at least three seconds with a gas detector (sold separately) mounted on the product to display various setting menus. [BUMP] (bump test settings) [AIR FLUSH] Duration for which air is aspirated [GAS TIME] Duration for which the bump test gas is drawn [AIR PURGE] Duration for air purging of the bump test gas...
  • Page 37 [CYLINDER] Name for identifying the cylinder (CYLINDER NAME) Displayed when setting other items (PART NUMBER) Cylinder part number (SERIAL NUMBER) Cylinder serial number The cylinder expiration icon appears on the LCD screen to notify this date has [EXPIRY DATE] passed or is approaching. No changes will occur other than the icon notification.
  • Page 38 [LANGUAGE] Product display language [SYSTEM] [LCD] [LCD CONTRAST] Product LCD display contrast Time until the gas detector (sold separately) power and [WAIT TIME] LCD backlight are turned off if no buttons are operated on the product [POWER SAVE] Time until the gas detector (sold separately) power and [WAIT LCD backlight are turned off if no buttons are operated on TIME(PASS)]...
  • Page 39 [ROM/SUM] Product version [SDM INFO] [INST NUMBER 1] Base unit serial number [INST NUMBER 2] Type specific unit serial number [UPDATE] Refer to ‘ 4-5-4. Updating firmware ’. 39/81...

  • Page 40: Setting List

    4-4-1. Setting list Menu Item Default value Setting range [AIR FLUSH] 15 seconds 15 to 180 seconds [GAS TIME] 25 seconds 20 to 120 seconds [AIR PURGE] 15 seconds 5 to 180 seconds [TOLERANCE] ±50 % ±10 to 50 % [BUMP] [AUTO CAL] [ON]...
  • Page 41 (DATE) (TIME) [DATE] [MM/DD/YYYY], (DATE FORMAT) [YYYY/MM/DD] [DD/MM/YYYY], or [YYYY/MM/DD] [LANGUAGE] [ENGLISH] Up to 17 languages [LCD] [LCD CONTRAST] 1 to 50 0 seconds to 23 hours 59 [WAIT TIME] 10 minutes [POWER minutes 59 seconds [WAIT SAVE] 0 seconds to 23 hours 59 15 seconds TIME(PASS)] minutes 59 seconds...
  • Page 42 NOTE  Using the product together with the PC Controller Program (sold separately) The ability to alter gas detector (sold separately) and product settings using the PC Controller Program (sold separately) is outlined in the following table: Can gas detector Can product Setting item settings be...

  • Page 43: Cylinder Settings

    4-4-2. Cylinder settings Information on the cylinders used and the connection status of the cylinders and inlets is input to the product to perform the bump test and gas adjustment on the product. NOTE  Up to 12 items of cylinder settings can be stored. 《Example 1: GX-Force: CH , CO, H S;...
  • Page 44 Set [CYL02] for [GAS1] and [CYL03] for [GAS2] in the inlet settings. * The GAS 3 inlet and the base unit will be disabled. Select [ESCAPE] to exit the setting screen. All of the sensor assignments are displayed. Start the bump test/gas adjustment. The product draws in gas from GAS 1 and performs the bump test/gas adjustment on the CH , and CO sensors.
  • Page 45 《Example 2: GX-Force: CH , CO, H S; SDM-Force(C1): one solenoid valve》 ・ Cylinder A: CH (25,000 ppm), O (12.0 %), CO (50 ppm) ・ Cylinder B: H S (25 ppm) Set in the same way as 1 to 4 in Example 1. Connect cylinder A to GAS 1 on the product.
  • Page 46 Press the EDIT/ENTER button to resume, then draw in gas from GAS 1 to perform the bump test/gas adjustment on the H S sensor. Detach cylinder B from GAS 1, then reconnect cylinder A. 46/81...

  • Page 47: Operations Using The Product Operation Buttons

    4-5. Operations using the product operation buttons 4-5-1. Bump test and gas adjustment procedure NOTE  The bump test or gas adjustment can be canceled midway by holding down the BUMP button or CAL button respectively for at least three seconds. ...
  • Page 48 Mount the gas detector (sold separately) with LCD display its power turned off on the product. ― (Refer to ‘4-2-6. Mounting the gas detector (sold separately)’.) ― Once mounted on the product, the power for the LED display gas detector (sold separately) turns on and communication starts.
  • Page 49 Press the BUMP button to start the bump test. LCD display The bump test is performed for all gases. The current concentration is displayed while a bump test is in progress. LED display The BUMP LED blinks orange. Press the CAL button to start gas adjustment. LCD display Gas adjustment is performed for all gases.
  • Page 50 <Common details for the bump test and gas adjustment> Air is aspirated for zero adjustment. LCD display ― Zero adjustment is performed for all sensors simultaneously. ― LED display * In the case of gas detectors with an O sensor, air aspiration is extended for 40 seconds, after ―...
  • Page 51 LED display The CAL LED lights up green if all gas adjustments were successful. The CAL LED lights up red if even one gas adjustment failed. Press the BUMP button and EDIT/ENTER button LCD display simultaneously to start the alarm check. ―...

  • Page 52: Copying Test/Adjustment Results To A Usb Flash Drive (Sold Separately)

    4-5-2. Copying test/adjustment results to a USB flash drive (sold separately) The results of bump tests, gas adjustment, and alarm checks performed on the product can be saved as files to a USB flash drive (sold separately). NOTE  Up to 500 data items can be stored in the product. ...
  • Page 53 Hold down the COPY button on the product LED display until the COPY LED lights up red. The bump test, gas adjustment, and alarm check data stored in the product is copied to the USB flash drive (sold separately). Once copying is complete, the COPY LED returns to its previous state.
  • Page 54 ・ Gas adjustment Model : GX-Force Serial No : 1Z6010127RN Station ID : ---------------- User ID : ---------------- SDM Model : SDM-Force SDM Serial No : SDM-Force _20231227 Date Time : 2024/03/06 10:48:32 Item : CALIBREATION Gas Name : CH4(%LEL) O2(%) H2S (ppm ) CO (ppm )

  • Page 55: Downloading Gas Detector (Sold Separately) Logger Data

    4-5-3. Downloading gas detector (sold separately) logger data Logger data saved in a gas detector (sold separately) can be downloaded to a USB flash drive (sold separately). The downloaded data can then be imported into the PC Controller Program (sold separately).
  • Page 56 Once communication is established, the gas LCD display names and calibration gas concentrations set on the gas detector (sold separately) are displayed on the LCD. LED display The CHARGE LED blinks green. Insert the USB flash drive (sold separately) LED display into the USB port on the front of the product.
  • Page 57 Once downloading is complete, the gas detector LCD display (sold separately) display returns to the previous screen, and the COPY LED returns to its previous state. LED display The COPY LED blinks. 57/81...

  • Page 58: Updating Firmware

    4-5-4. Updating firmware A USB flash drive (sold separately) can be used to update the product firmware. There are two sets of firmware for the product: one for the base unit and one for the type specific unit. These can be updated at the same time or separately. CAUTION If the product power is cut off while the firmware is being updated, the product may not restart.
  • Page 59 Hold down the BUMP, CAL, and COPY LCD display buttons for three seconds. The current firmware version is displayed together with the version of the firmware file in the “update” folder. Hold down the buttons to start the update. LED display The COPY LED blinks.
  • Page 60 Hold down the POWER button on the product for LED display at least one second to turn on the power and operate with the updated firmware. The CHARGE LED blinks green. 60/81...

  • Page 61: Operations Using The Pc Controller Program (Sold Separately)

    4-6. Operations using the PC Controller Program (sold separately) 4-6-1. Bump test and gas adjustment procedure Gas adjustment and other operations can be controlled from a PC by connecting the PC to the product. Connecting to a PC allows a calibration certificate to be produced. The program uses a virtual PC COM port with a USB to UART bridge controller.
  • Page 62 Start up the PC, then connect the product to the PC using the USB cable (sold separately). * USB cable (sold separately): Use a Type-A male - Type-B male USB cable. PC screen LCD display ― ― Cable connector ― Connect to the PC using the ―...
  • Page 63 Mount the gas detector (sold separately) with its power turned off on the product. PC screen LCD display ― ― Click to select the checkbox for [Only Connected Units]. LED display The BUMP and CAL LEDs Check the checkbox for [Only Connected Units] on the screen. both light up orange.
  • Page 64 Once communication is established, the gas names set on the gas detector (sold separately) are displayed on the LCD. PC screen LCD display Once communication is established, [TRANSMIT] is displayed. LED display The CHARGE LED blinks green. The icon is displayed for the model connected to the PC. The BUMP and CAL LEDs both blink orange.
  • Page 65 The cylinder screen is displayed. Enter information on the cylinders to be used and the connection status of the cylinders and inlets. PC screen LCD display ― ― LED display ― ― ― [Expiration]: Red: The expiration date has passed. [Expiration]: Orange: Less than 10 days remain until the expiration date.
  • Page 66 To perform a bump test, click [BUMP] on the PC screen. PC screen LCD display ― ― LED display Click [BUMP]. ― ― ― The gas order confirmation screen appears. If other gases are also to be used, select the checkboxes under [GAS2] and [GAS3] as necessary and select the corresponding gases.
  • Page 67 To perform gas adjustment, click [Calibration] on the PC screen. PC screen LCD display ― ― Click LED display [Calibration]. ― ― ― The gas order confirmation screen appears. If other gases are also to be used, select the checkboxes under [GAS2] and [GAS3] as necessary and select the corresponding gases. PC screen LCD display ―...
  • Page 68 The results are displayed. (Bump test) LCD display PC screen ― ― LED display The BUMP LED lights up green if all bump tests were [BUMP PASS] is displayed if all bump successful. tests were successful. * The LED lights up red if even one bump test failed. The results are displayed.
  • Page 69 To perform an alarm check, click [Alarm check] to display a confirmation window. Click [OK] here. PC screen LCD display ― ― LED display Click [Alarm check]. The EDIT/ENTER LED blinks The alarm check starts. orange. Once the alarm check ends, the result screen is displayed, and the product LED changes from blinking orange to green.

  • Page 70: Creating A Calibration Certificate

    4-6-2. Creating a calibration certificate Procedure PC screen display Turn on the product, then connect to the ― Once the PC is connected, click [Logs] on the screen. On the PC screen, click the instrument number for the gas detector (sold separately) for which a report is to be created.
  • Page 71 Click the date. Displays the details of operations performed on that date. Select the operations to be included in the certificate, then click [Certificate]. Check the details, then select the language (English, Portuguese, or Japanese). Click the printer icon to print using the printer set as [Default] in Windows (default setting).

  • Page 72: Turning Off The Power

    4-7. Turning off the power NOTE  The power can be turned off only when the product is not communicating with the gas detector (sold separately).  The power for the gas detector (sold separately) can be turned off as follows: <When operating the buttons on the product (independently)>...

  • Page 73: Maintenance

    Our certified service engineers have expert knowledge of the dedicated tools used for these services, along with expertise in products. We recommend taking advantage of our maintenance service to ensure safe use of the product. The major maintenance service items are as follows. For more information, contact RIKEN KEIKI. <Main service details> Item Description Checks the cylindrical filter for contamination and clogging.

  • Page 74: Cleaning Instructions

    5-2. Cleaning instructions Clean the product if it becomes excessively dirty. Be sure to turn off the power before cleaning, and wipe clean using a cloth. Do not clean using water or organic solvents for cleaning, as these may cause the product to malfunction. CAUTION ...

  • Page 75: Replacing The Cylindrical Filter (Dust Filter)

    5-3-2. Replacing the cylindrical filter (dust filter) The cylindrical filter may become dirty and clogged with continued use. Replace the filter if it appears especially dirty. Also replace the filter if water has been sucked in or the flow rate drops. When replacing the filter, replace both the filter and the tube if you notice any abnormalities in the tube, including deformation, discoloration, or cracking.

  • Page 76: Storage And Disposal

    Storage and Disposal 6-1. Procedures for storage or when not in use for extended periods The product must be stored in the following environment: ・ At normal temperature and humidity in a location not exposed to direct sunlight ・ In a location free of gases, solvents, and vapors Store the product in its shipping carton if this has been retained.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    Fresh air is not being supplied Provide fresh air. Fresh air around the product. adjustment is not The sensor sensitivity has Contact RIKEN KEIKI to request sensor possible. degraded. replacement. Check the gas sampling tube to confirm it Water or oil has been aspirated into is not damaged and that no oil or water the interior.
  • Page 78 Check to confirm that the gas outlet piping Adjustment error The gas outlet is blocked. is not blocked. If no problem is identified, contact RIKEN KEIKI. Perform the alarm check in a quiet location. Also remove the gas detector An abnormality occurred in the from the product, then check the alarm detector alarm display.
  • Page 79 ・ Effects of abnormal noise ・ Product internal communication Restart the product. E041 abnormality If the problem persists, contact RIKEN KEIKI. ・ Effects of abnormal noise ・ The base unit is incompatible with the E042 type specific unit after updating the Update the base unit firmware.

  • Page 80: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications 8-1. Specifications list Model SDM-Force (C1) SDM-Force (C2) SDM-Force (C3) Number of inlets One (GAS1) Two (GAS1,GAS2) Three (GAS1,GAS2,GAS3) Compatible gas detector GX-Force Display LCD digital (full dot) Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), Display languages Vietnamese, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Polish, Czech, Slovak, Romanian, Turkish, Russian Status display LED (Green, orange, red /Steady light, blinking)

  • Page 81: Accessory List

    8-2. Accessory list Accessories Part name Part No. Cylindrical filter 4383 0690 90 Tube (approx. 40 mm) 4395 4424 80 AC adapter 2594 1759 80 Connecting fixture (set of 2) 4395 9166 40 USB cable (Type-C male - Type-C male) 2440 3104 70 Optional accessories Part name...

  • Page 82: Revision History

    Revision history Issue Revision Issue date February 5, 2025 First issue...

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