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MAN0530 Issue 15 - 07/17  Searchline Excel
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Ensure that you read and understand these instructions BEFORE operating the equipment. 
Please pay particular attention to the Safety Warnings.
WARNINGS
1. TheSearchlineExcelgasdetectoriscertiedforandintendedforuseinpotentially
hazardous areas. Install and use the Searchline Excel gas detector in accordance 
with the latest regulations.
2.  For installations in the UK, the Code of Practice SELECTION, INSTALLATION 
AND MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRICAL APPARATUS FOR USE IN 
POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES should be strictly observed. General 
recommendations are given in BS EN 60079-14 & IEC 60079-14. Refer to BS 
EN 60079-29-2 & IEC 60079-29-2 in the UK or the appropriate local or national 
regulations.
3.  For installations in North America, the national Electrical Code (NFPA 70) or later 
issues should be strictly observed.
4.  Elsewhere, the appropriate local or national regulations should be used.
5.  The Searchline Excel gas detector must be properly earthed to protect against 
electrical shock and minimise electrical interference. For electrical installation design 
considerations refer to Section 3.
6. Operators must be fully aware of the action to be taken if the gas concentration 
exceeds an alarm level.
7. Dismantling or repair of equipment should be carried out in the safe area only.
8.  Test gases may be toxic and/or combustible. Refer to Material Safety Sheets for 
appropriate warnings.
9.  Do not drill holes in any housing as this will invalidate the explosion protection.
10.  In order to maintain electrical safety, the unit must not be operated in atmospheres 
with more than 21% oxygen.
11. Ensurethattheboltswhichsecureameproofenclosuresarefullytightened.The
securingboltsusedaremadefromaspecialcertiedgradeofsteel.Onlybolts
suppliedbyHoneywellAnalyticsshouldbettedforthispurpose.
12.  Do not open the enclosure in the presence of an explosive atmosphere.
13.  The transmitter unit contains high voltages when operational. These are discharged 
when the unit is removed from its enclosure.
14. TheconduitandcableglandsttedtoSearchlineExcelshouldnotbemodied.If,
however,itbecomesnecessarytomakemodicationstheymustcomplywiththe
relevant national Codes of Practice.
15.  The irradiance and power emitted by the Searchline Excel transmitters is less than  
  5 mW/mm
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 and 15 mW/mm
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 respectively.
SAFETY