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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAX 5 Portable Combustion Efficiency Monitor DANGER HIGHLY TOXIC AND OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR GASES MAY BE PRESENT IN THIS MONITORING SYSTEM. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MAY BE REQUIRED WHEN SERVICING THIS SYSTEM. HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES EXIST ON CERTAIN COMPONENTS INTERNALLY WHICH MAY PERSIST FOR P/N M39218 A TIME EVEN AFTER THE POWER IS TURNED OFF AND DISCONNECTED.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL MAX 5 PORTABLE COMBUSTION EFFICIENCY MONITOR SALES ORDER: SERIAL NUMBER: Teledyne Analytical Instruments 16830 Chestnut Street City of Industry, CA 91748 Phone: (626) 9341500 Fax: (626) 9612538 Web: www.teledyneai.com...
TABLE OF CONTENTS MAX 5 PORTABLE COMBUSTIBLE EFFICIENCY MONITOR GENERAL DESCRIPTION Introduction Main Features OPERATION OF CONTROLS, DISPLAYS, & INDICATIONS Front Panel Controls Back Panel Controls PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Sensor Description Temperature & Calculated Values Sampling System Description INSTALLATION AND START UP PROCEDURES...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Scrubber Battery Recharging Battery Replacement Sensor Replacement OPERATOR’S CHECKS & ADJUSTMENTS Messages Failure Warning Signs APPENDIX To Print Stored Readings Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) 24b-g LIST OF SPARE PARTS DRAWINGS LIST OF FIGURES Figure Display Panel Membrane Keyboard...
The MAX 5 Portable Combustion Efficiency Analyzer provides several special features and applications. It directly measures oxygen, carbon monoxide, combustibles, and temperature levels in a subject sample stream. The MAX 5 also includes microprocessor-based special functions enabling the computer to calculate levels of carbon dioxide and combustion efficiency.
CO Analysis. Four ranges of CO analysis are available for the MAX 5; one standard 0-1000 ppm CO and three optional ranges - 0-500 ppm CO, 0-1% CO and 0-25% CO.
(CO) and combustibles, so the user need only set the spans. Calibration settings remain in memory even when the power is off. TELEDYNE LOGO. Used to exit from calibration procedures and used in conjunction with calibration functions. (INSERT FIGURE 3) BACK PANEL CONTROLS Thermocouple Connections for type “K”...
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION SENSOR DESCRIPTION Oxygen. The oxygen section uses Teledyne’s Micro-Fuel Cell, Class B-3 oxygen sensor (U.S. Patent No. 3,429,796). The B-3 Micro-Fuel Cell measures the concentration of oxygen in a gas stream. The analysis is specific for oxygen; i.e., the measuring cell will not generate an output current unless oxygen is present in the sample gas.
K1 = fuel factor on hydrocarbon composition K2 = theoretical maximum CO concentration of flue gas K3 = correction factor for latent heat (“wet” losses) The values of K1, 2 and K3 for the four fuels covered by the MAX 5 are: Natural Gas 0.38 11.8 11.0...
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(Lower Explosive Limits) values. To determine the output of the sensor to any of the gases listed, compared to the same concentration of methane, multiply the MAX 5 reading obtained by the factor listed. For example, if the output is calibrated with methane at 2%, the output for ethylene at 2% would be 2.0% X 1.26 = 2.52% methane equivalent.
To determine the concentration of a compound present at the sensor from the MAX 5 reading, when calibrated with Methane, divide the MAX 5 reading (in percent Methane) by the factor. For example, if Ethylene is flowing by the sensor, and a MAX 5 reading of 2.0% is obtained, the concentration of Ethylene would be: MAX 5 Reading = 2.0% = 1.59%...
30 minutes, followed by a 30-minute purge with atmospheric air. INSTALLATION AND START-UP PROCEDURES Upon receipt, of the MAX 5, inspect the entire unit for damage. If damage is found, notify the shipper. Check unit, and included accessories, for broken or loose parts. DO NOT CONNECT...
(no more than 3/4”) indicated on the back panel of the MAX 5. Remove the upper screws on each of the MAX 5 case and lift the cover off the unit. Remove the finger nuts and bracket holding the sensors in place.
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Installation: To install the F-1R sensor, remove the sensor from its protective bag and plug it into the center receptacle in the bottom of the MAX 5. Next, take the the connector from J6 on the analog board and plug it into the top of the F-1R sensor.
J4 or is not present, connect it to J4 to find it in the shipping carton. Then, remove the protective bag, connect it to J4, and plug it into the receptacle in the bottom left side of the MAX 5. b. To replace the combustibles sensor, remove the existing sensor from the recep- tacle, detach the connector from the sensor, and throw away the old sensor.
If the analyzer is subject to high positive pressures, damage may occur to the pumps or other flow systems. A regulator may be necessary upstream to maintain sample pressure at or below atmospheric level, if you want to use this analyzer to measure a high pressure sample.
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CAUTION: ADJUST SPAN GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR TO MINIMUM FLOW RATE (2-3 scfh) BEFORE CONNECTING TO ANALYZER. NOTE: To perform manual spanning of the MAX 5, the Calibration Kit is required. The calibration kit consists of 3 gases; 2 calibration (CO & Combustible) and a background (nitrogen).
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To store reading press ENTER. The word SPAN will light up on top of the LCD. For span calibration a known higher temperature input would be required or changes to the low temperature. So if span calibration is not desired, press ENTER to return to normal operation. NOTE: Centigrade readings are automatically stored in memory.
To restore the built in temp. calibration constants press the CAL and LOGO keys simultaneously, then press °F/°C key. Press the CAL and COMB/TEMP keys simultaneously. This restores the proper values and exits the calibration mode. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS To activate the other special functions press both the arrow keys simultaneously. The LCD will show: 1 2 3 4 5 6...
To PRINT stored readings (Key 5) (Optional - See Appendix) Plug the printer cable into the MAX 5 serial port and the printer. Turn on the printer. Activate Special Functions and press key #5. The printer will print the I.D. number and the six numerical values of each of the stored readings in chronological order.
To test, press any key other than the LOGO or ENTER keys; to resume normal operation press the LOGO key. To perform a total memory reset press the ENTER key twice in succession. AUTOMATIC DATA OUTPUT (Function 7) Activate Special Functions. Press key 7 to activate the Data Output function.
NOTE: You must be careful not to crimp the tubes when you replace the scrubber. You may want to open the MAX 5 to check the tubing the first time you replace the scrubber. To open the MAX 5, loosen the screws on the back, remove the top screws on the...
Before you replace the batteries, perform the following tests (make sure the MAX 5 is unplugged from the wall): To Test the Power Supply (charging circuit): Open the MAX 5 as instructed in Steps 1 and 2 under the “To Replace Batteries” section below. Locate R39 resistor.
Tape the new batteries in place and replace the plate. Insert the battery pack in the MAX 5 and screw it in place. Reconnect J2 to analog PCB. Put on the bottom of the case, insert and tighten the screws on the sides and tighten the screws in the back of the MAX 5.
Indicates the batteries are depleted or near depletion after about 8 hours use. REMEDY: Recharge the batteries. FAILURE WARNING SIGNS The MAX 5 indicates failure warning signs with a CELL FAIL message on the LCD and a bAd reading. The cell output is low which results in too high a span requirement.
8 data bits, and 1 stop bit, at a rate of 300 baud (bits/sec.). A connecting cable is available from TBE/AI when using a standard serial printer with the analyzer. To use the printer, proceed as follows: Plug the cable into the MAX 5 “serial output” receptacle and the printer (see Figure 3). Align the paper.
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Micro-Fuel Cells, all classes except A-2, A-3, A-5, B-2F and B-2VF. Electrochemical Oxygen Sensors, all classes except R-19. Mini Micro-Fuel Cells, all classes. Manufacturer: Teledyne Brown Engineering/Analytical Instruments Address: 16830 Chestnut Street, City of Industry, CA 91749 Phone Number: (818) 961-9221...
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Section III - Physical Hazards Potential for Fire and Explosion: The electrolyte in micro-fuel cells is not flammable. There are no fire to explosion hazards associated with micro-fuel cells. Potential for Reactivity: The sensors are stable under normal conditions of use. Avoid contact between the sensor electrolyte and strong acids.
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Section V - Emergency and First Aid Procedures Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention. Skin Contact: Wash affected area with plenty of water and remove contaminated clothing. If burning persists, seek medical attention. Ingestion: Give plenty of cold water.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Section I - Product Identification Product Name: Carbon Monoxide Sensor, Class F-1R, F-1RH and F-2 Manufacturer: Teledyne Brown Engineering/Analytical Instruments Address: 16830 Chestnut Street, City of Industry, CA 91749 Phone Number: (818) 961-9221 MSDS Prepared By: Chuck Molloy...
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Section III - Physical Hazards Potential for Fire and Explosion: The electrolyte in carbon monoxide sensors is not flammable. There are no fire or explosion hazards associated with carbon monoxide sensors. Potential for Reactivity: The sensors are stable under normal conditions of use. Avoid contact between sensor electrolyte and strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers and reducers.
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Section V - Emergency and First Aid Procedures Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention. Skin Contact: Wash affected area with plenty of water and remove contaminated clothing. If burning persists, seek medical attention. Ingestion: Give plenty of cold water.
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RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST MAX 5 MONITOR QTY. DESCRIPTION C-6689-B3 MICRO-FUEL CELL - OXYGEN SENSOR C-40371-F1R ELECTROCHEMICAL SENSOR - CO (01000 PPM STD.) A-39202A COMBUSTIBLE PROBE/CABLE B-39764A PROBE GUN ASSEMBLY (TYPE “K” HI TEMP. THERMOCOUPLE) B-39764B PROBE GUN ASSEMBLY (TYPE “J” LO TEMP.
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