FORENSICS DETECTORS FD-60 Industrial Fixed Gas Detector User Manual

FORENSICS DETECTORS FD-60 Industrial Fixed Gas Detector

Product Information

Features:

• Industrial fixed gas detector
• Model: FD-60
• Configurable with various components included
• Gas sensor with remote control
• Hex tool for easy assembly
• 24V wall adapter for power supply
• LED/Buzzer fixture for alarm indication
• Calibration cap for calibration purposes
• QC/CAL certificate for quality assurance
• User manual for detailed instructions

Detector Specifications:

• Target gas range: Varies depending on the gas (refer to Gas
  Specific Specifications section)

• Sampling method: Not specified

• Alarm point: Varies depending on the gas (refer to Gas Specific
  Specifications section)

• Detection error: Not specified

• Zero shift: Not specified

• Alarm type: Not specified

• Warm-up time: Not specified

• Response time: Not specified

• Protection level: Not specified

• Explosion-proof grade: Not specified

• Sensor type: Not specified

• Sensor life: Not specified

• Power supply: Not specified

• Working condition: Not specified

• Storage condition: Not specified

• Connection: Not specified

• Electrical output: Not specified

• Communication: Not specified

• Weight: Not specified

• Dimension: Not specified

• Warranty: Not specified

Gas Specific Specifications:

Product Usage Instructions

Setup:

1. Unbox the detector.
2. Identify your power source.
3. Remove the 5 hex screws on the detector using the provided hex driver.
4. Ensure the power cable is securely connected to the PCB.
5. Connect the LED/Buzzer fixture.
6. Secure the sensor assembly.
7. Note that the power cable and alarm LED/Buzzer fixture can be swapped on either side for installation flexibility and aesthetics.

Turn ON/OFF:
The detector should be operated and controlled using the remote control. Alternatively, you can use the detector button control on the main panel by removing the cover. To remove the cover:

1. Use the provided hex screwdriver to unscrew the 5 screws.
2. Open the metal cover to access the 4 buttons: return, up, down, and OK.

Operation Interfaces:
The detector has three operation interfaces:

1. Detection interface: Allows you to view STEL (Short-Term Exposure Limit) and TWA (Time-Weighted Average) data analysis.
2. Function menu: Provides access to various functions.
3. Parameter setting interface: Allows you to adjust and save specific parameters.

Use the buttons on the main panel to navigate and select options within these interfaces.

CONFIGURATION & COMPONENTS INCLUDED
Serial #:
Gas Sensor|
Remote Control|
Hex Tool|
24V Wall Adapter|
Detector|
Power Cable|
LED/Buzzer Fixture|
Calibration Cap|
QC/CAL Certificate|
User Manual|
Other|

INTRODUCTION

The FORENSICS DETECTORS FD-60 FIXED GAS DETECTOR is the most advanced wall mount fixed gas detector available and adopts an advanced electrochemical gas sensor which can detect the gas concentration in the air to a digital readout signal output. The detector can be used to detect gas in various industrial environments such factory, refinery, chemical plant, process rooms, exhaust prone facilities, toxic gas exhaust and rooms, boiler rooms, painting plants/rooms and other places where toxic gas exists. Please note, these type of detectors are referred to as “fixed gas”, since they are fixed at one location when mounted.

FEATURES

• INDUSTRIAL: Heavy duty fixed gas detector. Comes FACTORY CALIBRATED. Mount and Operate.
• USE: Remote Control up to 8 meters, Analog Output (4-20mA), 2 x relay alarm triggered switch (1kW) to control fans, pumps, electrical items, garage doors or additional alarms.
• FEATURES: Large LED alarm and buzzer. Adjustable audio, visual. Alarm digital time stamp. Remote Control.
• ROBUST: Explosion, dust, water and flame proof. Explosion proof grade:
  • Exd ⅡC T6 Gb with IP65 housing protection.
• SAFE: With over-voltage protection, lightning protection, short circuit protection, reverse connection protection, anti-static dry disturbance, anti-magnetic field interference;
• SMART: Two point calibration to ensure the accuracy and linearity of the monitor;
• REMOTE: Can be operated with infrared remote control, no need to open the wall fixture.
• TRUST: 1 year limited warranty Arrives with calibration and QA certificate 100% product test and verification in the USA 100% quality guaranteed **

PCB Connections

Remote Control

DETECTOR SPECIFICATIONS

| Target gas| AS PURCHASED – See Next Table|
---|---|---|---
Range| AS PURCHASED – See Next Table
Sampling method| Natural diffusion
Alarm point| AS PURCHASED – See Next Table
Detection Error| ≤±5% F.S.
Zero Shift| ≤ ±1% (F.S./year)
Alarm Type| Audible buzzer alarm; Visual LED light alarm; Relay x 2
Warm-up time| 60S
Response time| AS PURCHASED – See Next Table
Protection level| IP65
Explosion-proof grade| Ex d IIC T6 GB
Sensor type| electrochemical sensor
Sensor life| 2 years
Power supply| DC 24V±15%
Working condition|

• Temperature: 0-122F
• Humidity: ≤95% RH with no condensation.

Storage condition|

• Temperature: 0-122F
• Humidity: ≤85% RH

Connection|

• G1 / 2 male proof hose pipe thread size
• Thread size M20x1.5mm. Sensor housing cap M37 x 1.5.

Electrical Output| 2 x relay contact output, max power 1kW
Communication| 4-20mA (only) RS485 not available
Weight| Approx. 3 pounds.
Dimension| 200×180×90mm
Warranty| 1 year limited warranty
Key Recommendations| Normal Environment & Operation:**

• Monthly Bump Testing
• Yearly Calibration

Harsh Environments & Operation:

• Weekly Bump Testing
• Monthly Calibration

We recommend purchasing the necessary gas bottle to undertake bump testing and calibration. Recommended gas bottles are on our FORENSICS DETECTORS website or email us for a list to be sent to you.

GAS SPECIFIC SPECIFICATIONS

Gas| Range| Detection Accuracy| 90% Response Time| Minimum Readout| Alarm Set Point Low/High
---|---|---|---|---|---
PH3| 0-2000ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤25s| 0.01ppm| 0.3/5ppm
O2| 0-30%vol| ±5%(F.S)| ≤15s| 0.10%| 19.5%/23.0%
EX| 0-100%LEL| ±5%(F.S)| ≤5s| 1%LEL| 25.0%/50.0%LEL
CO| 0-1000ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤25s| 1ppm| 50ppm/100ppm
CO2| 0-5000ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤25s| 1ppm| 1000ppm/2000ppm
H2S| 0-100ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤30s| 1ppm| 10ppm/20ppm
NO2| 0-20ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤25s| 0.1ppm| 3ppm/10ppm
NO| 0-250ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤60s| 1ppm| 25ppm/50ppm
SO2| 0-100ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤30s| 0.1ppm| 2ppm/10pppm
CL2| 0-20ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤30s| 0.1ppm| 1ppm/10ppm
NH3| 0-100ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤50s| 1ppm| 25ppm/50ppm
H2| 0-1000ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤60s| 1ppm| 50ppm/10ppm
HCN| 0-50ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤200s| 0.1ppm| 10ppm/20ppm
HCL| 0-20ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤60s| 0.1ppm| 5ppm/10ppm
CH4| 0-100%LEL| ±5%(F.S)| ≤5s| 1%LEL| 25.0%/50.0%LEL
VOC| 0-100ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤60s| 1ppm| 20ppm/50ppm
O3| 0-20ppm| ±5%(F.S)| ≤60s| 0.1ppm| 5ppm/10ppm

OPERATION

SETUP: Unbox detector. Identify your power source. The detector comes with a power supply that connects to the power cord. To set up the detector remove the 5 hex screws with the hex driver provided. Ensure

1. the power cable is secured on the PCB
2. connect the LED/BUZZER fixture
3. sensor assembly is secure. Please note, for flexibility the power cable and alarm LED/BUZZER fixture can be swapped on either side to accommodate installation and aesthetics.

Turn ON/ OFF

• Connect 24V power to the detector.
• The detector enters a 60-second countdown.
• Once complete, it then enters into normal detection mode.
• Once first ON, allow 30 minutes for the gas detector to stabilize then the data displayed in the main display is the gas concentration value of instantaneous detection.
• The detector has been FACTORY calibrated.
• Hence, it is NOT necessary to perform any CALIBRATION, however do ensure ALARMS are set to the users satisfaction and local exposure limit requirements (as necessary per your safety officer advice or consult with local, state or federal authorities).
• The detector can be turned off by directly disconnecting the power supply.
• We recommend BUMP testing to confirm operation of alarms.

Menu Item Operation Description
The detector should be operated and controlled via the remote control. Otherwise, one can use the detector button control on the main panel, but will need to remove the cover. To do so, with the hex screwdriver delivered, unscrew 5 screws to open the metal cover and display 4 buttons: return, up, down, and OK. Three operation interfaces:

1. Detection interface
2. Function menu
3. Parameter setting interface.

| Detection interface| Main menu| Parameter setting interface
---|---|---|---
RETURN| View STEL! TWA data analysis| Return detection interface| Return to last menu
UP| | Move up| Move up/plus
DOWN| Move down| Move down/ minus
OK| Enter main menu| Enter Submenu| Ok/select/save

MENU DESCRIPTIONS

MAIN MENU
Press OK on the remote control to enter the MAIN MENU. Click on “1.Back” to back to normal operational mode OR press back on the remote control.

MAIN MENU

1. Back
2.  Setting
3. Alarm Set
4. Gas Zero
5. Gas Check
6. Alarm Data
7. Time Set Back ↓ ↑ OK

“SETTING” Menu

-=System SET=-

1. Back
2. Channel Set
3. Host Set 4mA
4. Host Set 20mA
5. Set Max
6. Save Factory
7. Reset Factory
8. System Info
9. Language Back ↓ ↑ OK

Takes you back to the MAIN MENU

• Manufacturer only access.
• Manufacturer only access.
• Manufacturer only access.
• Manufacturer only access.
• Manufacturer only access.
• Manufacturer only access.

Summarized alarms and Software Version. English or Chinese

1. Back:
2. Channel Set:
3. Host Set 4mA:
4. Host Set 20mA:
5. Set Max:
6. Save Factory:
7. Reset Factory:
8. System Info:
9. Language:

“ALARM SET” Menu
Users can use this option to set the warning value and alarm mode. The detector is equipped with two alarm point settings. The alarm modes are LOW alarm and HIGH alarm values. The corresponding two sets of relays are triggered/switched. The instrument is in a LOW alarm state when the detected concentration is higher than the set LOW detected concentration value. The instrument is in a HIGH alarm state when the detected concentration is higher than the set concentration value. Before leaving the factory, the alarm value has been set. Please check the default settings to ensure they meet your local or preferred exposure alarm levels.

• The LOW alarm, corresponds to the first set of relay output (COM1 NO1, NC1) on the detector main board.
• The HIGH alarm, the second set of relay output (COM2, NO2, NC2) corresponds to the detector main board.
• The Relay (30VDC 2A/220VAC 2A) COM and NO are normally open, COM and NC are normally closed.

Gas Zero
Sometimes the gas sensor drifts due to electronics and sensor degradation. Sometimes, the sensor does not return back to its ZERO baseline. Also sometimes, the sensor is exposed to HIGH concentrations of toxic gas and the sensor may be permanently “poisoned”. Please ensure fresh air is exposed to the sensor for at least 30 minutes, before making this determination. If the zero drift of the sensor is unacceptable, the user can perform a ZERO calibration operation. Pass pure nitrogen or clean air for at least 2 minutes through the sensor. Click on the “3. Gas Zero” menu. Enter into the menu items by selecting your gas then press SAVE after exposure to fresh air or pure nitrogen and a stable reading has been achieved. Please note, if you have a OXYGEN or CARBON DIOXIDE sensor, you will need to use Pure Nitrogen to achieve a ZERO Calibration. Other toxic gases will suffice by exposing the detector to fresh air.

Gas Check / SPAN CALIBRATION
Only perform calibration is you are an experience technician. Otherwise please contact the manufacturer for instructions. We have special calibration cap fittings to undertake precise calibration with (in/out) tube ports.

AlarmData
The detector can save 1000 alarm records. The interface can view the maximum alarm concentration in the environment recorded in the “detection interface”, as well as the time point and alarm state of the highest concentration.

Time Set
The detector has a back-up battery, edit precise time to save. The detector will remain in accurate operation after the power is turned off.

INSTALLATION GUIDE

Installation Location Considerations
Installing this industrial gas detector will depend on the application. For isolated rooms, ensure the detector is located at head level to allow for visual inspection of the display screen. Locate away from ducts and vents, air turbulence (i.e. doors that may dilute air quality in the room) and in a location that represents the “general” target area air quality. Some gas (depending if they are light of heavy) may be best mounted very high on the ceiling or low closer to the ground. Email us for a recommendation.

• Do not install in areas where the temperature is close to detector extreme specifications for example in very cold or very hot environment 0-122F.
• Do not install within 5 ft. of heating or cooking appliances.
• Do not install near vents, flues, chimneys or air ventilation openings.
• Do not install near ceiling fans, doors, windows or areas directly exposed to the weather so external air, water or rain reaches the detector.
• Do not install in dead air spaces, such as peaks of vaulted ceilings or gabled roofs, where toxic air may not reach the sensor in time to provide early warning.
• Do not install on a switched or dimmer-controlled outlet.
• Do not obstruct the vents located on the alarm. Do not place the alarm where drapes, furniture or other objects block the flow of air to the vents or limit the visual and audible alarms.

Detector Installation
The detector is designed to be wall mounted. Depending on local code, conduit for power wires / RELAY lines may be required, so please ensure a qualified electrical technician undertakes the installation. The below figure shows a typical conduit installation. Most installation are custom installations, hence please install detectors using qualified technical personnel.

WARNING

• KEEP DETECTOR AWAY FROM ELECTROMAGNETC & MAGNETIC INTERFERENCES (i.e. PHONES & MAGNETS)
• STORE DETECTOR WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS
• IF UNWELL, SEEK CLEAN AIR & MEDICAL HELP
• ENSURE QUALIFIED PERSONNEL INSTALLS THE UNIT
• KEEP AWAY FROM DUST & PARTICULATE AND NEVER EXPOSE TO EXHAUST GAS or CONCENTRATED VAPORS, HARSH CHEMICALS OR EXTREMELY HIGH CONCENTRATION LEVELS AS IT MAY POISON THE SENSOR (SEE APPENDIX FOR RANGES)
• FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AS THE DETECTOR IS VERY SENSITIVE
• Connect the cable according to the Ex request. The end of the cable need to be treated properly and should be connected to Ex junction box or equipment. When the detector doesn’t need to work with the controller, the block is not allowed to take off the cable entrance and the block have to be kept in the cable entrance closed with the seal ring.
• Don’t open the cover when the power is on.
• Pay attention to not break the Ex surface.

WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS

• This product is covered by a one year limited warranty.
• This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse, disassembly, abuse or lack of reasonable care of the product, or applications not in accordance with the user manual. It does not cover events and conditions outside of our control, such as Acts of God (fire, severe weather etc). It does not apply to retail stores, service centers or any distributors or agents. We will not recognize any changes to this warranty by third parties. We shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration for 1 year.
• THIS PRODUCT CANNOT BE REPAIRED IF THE UNIT IS TAMPERED WITH IT WILL INVALIDATE THE GUARANTEE. IF THE UNIT IS FAULTY PLEASE RETURN IT TO YOUR ORIGINAL SUPPLIER WITH YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Product Designed in California, USA, Product Tested, QA/QC in California, USA,

• Product Made in China
• Copyright © 2019, FORENSICS LLC, all rights reserved.
• FORENSICS, FORENSICS DETECTORS are registered trademarks of FORENSICS LLC.
• All other trademarks, trade names, service marks and logos referenced herein belong to their respective companies.
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