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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Detcon Model IR-700
IR-700 Combustible Gas Sensor
0-100% LEL and 0-50% LEL range
IR-700 CO
2
Carbon Dioxide Gas Sensor
All Ranges
DETCON, Inc.
4055 Technology Forest Blvd.,
The Woodlands, Texas 77381
Ph.281.367.4100 / Fax 281.298.2868
www.detcon.com
June 05, 2018 • Document #3169 • Revision 4.3

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction

Description

Overview of the Detcon Model IR-700 combustible gas sensor and its capabilities.

NDIR Optical Sensor Technology

Explanation of the Non-Dispersive Infrared sensor technology principle.

Sensor Electronics Design

Details on the design of the sensor's electronic components and architecture.

Intelligent Transmitter Module

Description of the microprocessor-based Intelligent Transmitter Module (ITM).

Modular Mechanical Design

Explanation of the sensor assembly's modular mechanical construction.

Plug-in Replaceable Sensor

Information on the plug-in, field-replaceable IR gas sensor.

Installation

Safe Use and HazLoc Certifications

Guidelines for safe operation and relevant hazardous location certifications.

Sensor Placement

Guidelines for selecting optimal sensor locations based on gas density and conditions.

Sensor Contaminants and Interference

Potential effects of airborne substances and interference on sensor performance.

Mounting Installation

Procedures and considerations for physically mounting the sensor assembly.

Electrical Installation

Requirements and procedures for proper electrical connections and safety.

Field Wiring

Instructions for connecting power, 4-20mA output, and Modbus RS-485.

Initial Start Up

Steps for powering up and verifying initial sensor operation.

Operation

Programming Magnet Operation

Instructions for using the magnetic programming tool to interact with the sensor.

Operator Interface

Overview of the menu-driven interface operated via magnetic switches.

Normal Operation

Description of standard sensor display and output behavior during normal use.

Calibration Mode

Procedures for setting the sensor's zero and span baseline.

AutoZero Calibration

Detailed steps for performing an automatic zero point calibration.

AutoSpan Calibration

Detailed steps for performing an automatic span calibration.

Program Mode

Accessing and adjusting sensor configuration parameters.

View Sensor Status

Displaying current configuration and operational parameters.

Set AutoSpan Level

Adjusting the concentration level for span gas calibration.

Set Gas Type & Range

Configuring the target gas type and measurement range.

Set Gas Factor

Adjusting the signal sensitivity for different target gases.

Set Serial ID

Setting the Modbus serial address for communication.

Set Sensor Gain

Setting the gain for optimal sensor and ITM electronic matching.

Signal Output Check

Simulating 4-20mA and Modbus outputs for system checks.

Restore Factory Defaults

Resetting sensor configuration to factory default settings.

Program Features

Overview of advanced diagnostic and operational features.

Operational Features

Details on Over-Range, Negative Drift, and In-Calibration status.

Fault Diagnostic;Fail-Safe Features

Information on fault detection and fail-safe operation mechanisms.

RS-485 Modbus Protocol

Modbus Registers

Table detailing Modbus registers for data access and control.

Service and Maintenance

Calibration Frequency

Recommendations for periodic zero and span calibration intervals.

Visual Inspection

Annual inspection guidelines for sensor and junction box condition.

Condensation Prevention Packet

Importance and replacement of the J-Box condensation packet.

Replacement of IR Plug-in Combustible Gas Sensor

Procedure for safely replacing the plug-in combustible gas sensor.

Replacement of ITM

Procedure for safely replacing the Intelligent Transmitter Module (ITM).

Replacement of IR-700 Sensor Assembly

Procedure for replacing the entire sensor assembly unit.

Troubleshooting Guide

Zero Fault

Cause and resolution for the sensor zero drift fault.

Sensor Fault

Cause and resolution for a failed plug-in sensor or electronics.

AutoSpan Calibration Faults

Troubleshooting Range, Stability, and Clearing faults during AutoSpan.

Range Fault

Cause and resolution for faults during the AutoSpan range check.

Stability Fault

Cause and resolution for faults related to signal stability during AutoSpan.

Clearing Fault

Cause and resolution for faults when the sensor fails to clear after span gas removal.

Unstable Output;Sudden Spiking

Troubleshooting unstable output or sudden signal spikes.

Processor and;or Memory Faults

Addressing faults related to the processor or internal memory.

Customer Support and Service Policy

Warranty Notice

General information regarding the warranty terms and conditions.

IR-700 Sensor Warranty

Plug-in IR Combustible Gas Sensor Warranty

Specific warranty details for the plug-in combustible gas sensor.

ITM Electronics Warranty

Specific warranty details for the Intelligent Transmitter Module.

Appendix

Specifications

Comprehensive technical specifications for the IR-700 sensor.

Spare Parts, Sensor Accessories, Calibration Equipment

List of available spare parts, accessories, and calibration tools.

Detcon IR-700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDetcon
ModelIR-700
CategoryAccessories
LanguageEnglish

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