Detcon DM-500IS OLED Series - User Manual

Detcon Model Series
DM-500IS OLED
Explosion Proof and Intrinsically Safe Toxic Gas Sensors
Operator’s Installation and Instruction Manual
DETCON, Inc.
4055 Technology Forest Blvd. Suite 100,
The Woodlands, Texas 77381
Ph.281.367.4100 / Fax 281.298.2868
www.detcon.com
August 17, 2015 • Document #4517 • Revision 0.1

Summary

Principle of Operation

Specifications

Electrical Classification

Sensor Cell Specifications

Installation

Field Wiring Table

Sensor Location Factors

Details five key factors for selecting the optimal sensor location for performance and safety.

Installation Procedure

Remote Mounting Applications

Startup and Initial Tests

Initial Operational Tests

Describes initial operational tests, material requirements, and procedures for verifying sensor sensitivity.

Operating Software and Magnetic Interface

Calibration Mode: Zero and Span

Details sensor zero and span adjustments, including calibration procedures.

Program Mode: Status and Calibration Level

Programming Magnet Instructions

Calibration Procedures

Calibration Procedure - Zero

Step-by-step guide for performing a zero calibration on the sensor.

Span Calibration Procedure

Calibration Frequency

Status of Programming, Calibration, and Sensor Life

Program Features and Faults

Span Fault Conditions

Universal Transmitter Re-Initialization

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power-up and Reading Issues

Troubleshooting for over-range, high, or low readings after power-up.

Calibration Faults

Troubleshooting for Sensor Faults, Zero Calibration Faults, and Span Calibration Faults.

Sensor Stability and Error Reporting

Troubleshooting for noisy sensors, spikes, and 'ERROR @ XXXXXXX' messages.

Detcon DM-500IS OLED Series Specifications

General

Display Type	OLED
Ingress Protection	IP66
Housing Material	316 Stainless Steel
Wiring	3-wire or 4-wire
Model	DM-500IS
Series	OLED Series
Category	Accessories
Operating Temperature	-40°C to +70°C
Sensor Type	Electrochemical, Catalytic Bead, Infrared
Gas Detected	Combustible gases, Toxic gases, Oxygen
Approvals	ATEX, IECEx