MSA General Motions MC600 User Manual

MODEL MC600
Multi-Channel Controller
for Hydrocarbon, H
2
S and Toxic
Gas Monitoring Applications
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Instruction Manual 12-15
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Part No. MANMC600
Revision T/12-15

MSA General Motions MC600 Specifications

General

Brand	MSA
Model	General Motions MC600
Category	Controller
Language	English

Summary

Warranty

Warnings

System Integrity Verification

Commissioning Safety Systems

Procedures for ensuring safe operation before system power-up.

Periodic Testing/Calibration of Field Devices

Guidelines for regular testing and calibration of field instruments.

Periodic System Verification

About This Manual

Format Conventions

Explains conventions for notes, cautions, warnings, and MODBUS notations.

Notes, Cautions and Warnings

Details on how notes, cautions, and warnings are presented.

MC600 Menu Formats

Describes how menu keywords and buttons are displayed.

MODBUS Register Formats

Explains the format for hexadecimal numbers.

Related Documentation

Contacting Customer Support

1.0 Quick Start Installation Instructions

1.1 Unpacking the MC600 Equipment

Precautions and steps for unpacking the MC600 cabinet and cabling.

1.2 Preparing for the Installation

Steps to choose a location and gather required tools for installation.

1.3 Mounting the MC600 Cabinet in Place

Instructions for securely mounting the MC600 cabinet enclosure.

1.4 Mounting the Sensors and Instruments

Guidelines for mounting gas detection sensors and instruments.

1.5 Connecting Sensors and Instruments to the MC600

Procedures for cabling sensors and instruments to the MC600 system.

1.6 Connecting a MODBUS Device

Instructions for connecting MODBUS devices to the MC600.

1.7 Connecting a HART Field Device

Guidelines for connecting HART field devices, including disabling HART.

1.8 Connecting Alarm Relay Devices

How to connect alarm and warning relay devices to the MC600.

1.9 Connecting Power and Starting Operation

Steps for connecting power and starting the MC600 system.

1.2.1 Choosing a Location

1.2.2 Tools You Will Need

1.4.1 Mounting Sensors with General Monitors uevo Accessories

1.4.2 Applying Sealants to Conduit Entries

1.5.1 Cabling Warnings and Cautions

1.5.2 Connecting a MOS H2S Sensor to the MC600

1.5.3 Connecting a Catalytic HC Sensor to the MC600

1.5.4 Connecting a 4-20mA Instrument to the MC600

1.9.1 Start-up Readiness Checklist

1.9.2 Connecting the MC600 to a Power Supply

1.9.3 Startup Process for an MC600 System

1.9.3.1 MC600 Startup Operation and Configuration Tasks

Tasks to perform after the MC600 powers on and enters Operation Mode.

2.0 Introduction

2.1 Features and Benefits

Lists key features and benefits of the MC600 controller system.

2.2 Applications

Lists suitable applications for the MC600 and its gas detection sensors.

3.0 Installation

3.1 Unpacking the MC600 Equipment

Precautions and steps for unpacking the MC600 cabinet and cabling.

3.2 Preparing for the Installation

Steps to choose a location and gather required tools for installation.

3.3 Mounting the MC600 Cabinet in Place

Instructions for securely mounting the MC600 cabinet enclosure.

3.4 Mounting the Sensors and Instruments

Guidelines for mounting gas detection sensors and instruments.

3.5 Connecting Sensors and Instruments to the MC600

Procedures for cabling sensors and instruments to the MC600 system.

3.6 Connecting a MODBUS Device

Instructions for connecting MODBUS devices to the MC600.

3.7 Connecting a HART Field Device

Guidelines for connecting HART field devices, including disabling HART.

3.8 Connecting Alarm Relay Devices

How to connect alarm and warning relay devices to the MC600.

3.9 Connecting Power and Starting Operation

Steps for connecting power and starting the MC600 system.

3.2.1 Choosing a Location

3.2.2 Tools You Will Need

3.4.1 Sensor Location Considerations

3.4.2 Sensor Poisons

3.4.3 Mounting a Sensor with a GM Junction Box

3.4.4 Mounting a Sensor with a Duct Mounting Kit

3.4.5 Applying Sealants to Conduit Entries

3.5.1 Warnings, Cautions and Standards

3.5.2 Connecting a MOS H2S Sensor to the MC600

3.5.3 Connecting a Catalytic HC Sensor to the MC600

3.5.4 Connecting a 4-20mA Instrument to the MC600

3.9.1 Start-up Readiness Checklist

4.0 Basic Operation and Configuration

4.1 Entering and Exiting from the MC600 Menus

How to navigate into and out of the MC600's menu system.

4.2 Using the Front Panel Navigation Buttons

Explains the function of each button used for menu navigation.

4.3 Menu Flowchart Legend

Defines the symbols used in menu flowcharts for clarity.

4.4 MC600 Menu Overview

Provides a navigational flowchart of the MC600's menu structure.

4.5 Calibrating Catalytic HC and MOS H2S Sensors

Process of applying gas to calibrate HC and H2S sensors for accuracy.

4.6 Calibrating the LCD Display for 4-20mA Instruments

Calibrating the MC600 display for connected 4-20mA instruments.

4.7 Checking Calibration for Sensors

How to perform a calibration check on HC and H2S sensors.

4.8 Inhibiting Alarms for Selected Channels

Disabling or re-enabling alarms for specific channels.

4.9 Using the Basic Setup Menu Options

Gateway to eight submenus for MC600 system configuration.

4.5.1 Calibration Schedule

4.5.2 Preparing for Calibration

4.5.3 Sensor Calibration Equipment

4.5.3.1 Equipment for Catalytic HC Sensors

Details specific equipment for calibrating catalytic HC sensors.

4.5.3.2 Equipment for MOS H2S Sensors

Details specific equipment for calibrating MOS H2S sensors.

4.5.4 Calibration Procedure for Catalytic HC and MOS H2S Sensors

4.5.5 Stopping Sensor Calibration

4.9.1 Configuring Alarm and Warning Set points

4.9.2 Configuring alarm delay time (ultrasonic products only)

4.9.3 Configuring a Calibration Point for Catalytic HC Sensors

4.9.4 Configuring the MC600 Relays

5.0 Advanced Configuration

5.1 Using the Advanced Setup Menu Options

Details on advanced submenus for system configuration.

5.1.1 Selecting a Model Option

Selecting the device model for a channel after installing new cards.

5.1.2 Selecting the Channel Mode for the Alarm and Warning Indicators

Setting channel indicators to latch or non-latch.

5.1.3 Configuring Zoning (for Relay Allocation)

Creating zones and assigning relays to MC600 channels.

5.1.4 Configuring Horn Relay

Configuring the horn relay for single or dual zone activation.

5.1.5 Configuring Card Tests

Configuring relays and ramp time for card diagnostic tests.

5.1.6 Configuring Setup and Inhibit Passwords

Setting up passwords to restrict access to setup and inhibit menus.

5.1.7 Configuring the Fault Relays

Configuring fault relay behavior during calibration and setup.

5.1.8 Configuring MODBUS Parameters

Setting communication parameters for MODBUS channels.

5.1.9 Loading Default Settings

Reloading a simplified set of default MC600 configurations.

5.2 Using the Setup Check Menu

5.3 Using the Self Test Menu

Card Test

Ramps signals for channels with card tests enabled.

Display Test

Darkens LCD segments and turns on LEDs to test display functionality.

6.0 Customer Support

7.0 Maintenance

7.1 Developing a Maintenance Schedule

Recommends establishing a schedule for periodic maintenance.

7.2 Calibration and Calibration Checks

Recommends calibration and check frequencies for sensors.

7.2.1 Alternate Calibration Equipment

7.2.1.1 Remote TGA-1 for Hydrocarbon Calibration

Details the TGA-1 test gas applicator for hydrocarbon calibration.

7.2.1.2 Three-Liter Chamber for Hydrocarbon Calibration

Describes the 3-Liter Chamber for calibrating with solvent vapors.

7.2.1.3 H2S Portable Purge Calibrator

Details the H2S Portable Purge Calibrator for H2S sensor calibration.

7.3 Cleaning the MC600

7.4 Lubrication

7.5 Storage

8.0 Troubleshooting

8.1 MC600 Controller Error Codes and Remedies

Lists controller error codes and provides recommended actions for resolution.

8.2 Channel Error Codes and Remedies

Lists channel-specific error codes and remedies for sensors/instruments.

9.0 MC600 MODBUS Interface

9.1 General MODBUS Information

General background information on the MODBUS interface protocol.

9.2 MC600 MODBUS Registers Summary

Summarizes the MC600 MODBUS registers.

9.3 MC600 MODBUS Register Details

Detailed descriptions of MC600 MODBUS registers.

9.1.1 Serial Communication Settings

9.1.1.1 Baud Rate

Selectable baud rates for MODBUS communications.

9.1.1.2 Data Format

Selectable data formats for MODBUS communications.

9.1.2 Function Codes Supported

9.1.3 MODBUS Read Protocol (Query/Response)

9.1.4 MODBUS Write Command Protocol (Query/Response)

9.1.5 Exception Response Messages and Codes

9.1.5.1 Exception Code Field

Details the meaning of exception codes returned by the MC600.

9.3.1 MC600 Mode (0001h, Read-Only)

9.3.2 Unit Error Status (0002h, Read-Only)

9.3.3 Calibration and Calibration Check Mode Status (0003h, Read/Write)

9.3.42 Sensor Full-scale (Read-Only, 0042h for Chan 1, 0052h for Chan 2, etc.)

9.3.43 Sensor Value (Read-Only, 0043h for Chan 1, 0053h for Chan 2, etc.)

9.3.44 Alarm High Set point (Read/Write, 0044h for Chan 1, 0054h for Chan 2, etc.)

9.3.45 Alarm Low Set point (Read/Write, 0045h for Chan 1, 0055h for Chan 2, etc.)

9.3.46 Warning Set point (Read/Write, 0046h for Chan. 1, 0056h for Chan. 2, etc.)

9.3.47 Alarm State (0047h for Chan 1, 0057h for Chan 2, etc.)

9.3.48 Sensor Life (0048h for Chan 1, 0058h for Chan 2, etc.)

9.3.49 Calibration Point (0049h for Chan 1, 0059h for Chan 2, etc.)

9.3.50 Alarm Mode (004Ah for Chan 1, 005Ah for Chan 2, etc.)

9.3.51 Alarm Delay Time (004Bh for Chan 1, 005Bh for Chan 2, etc.)

10.0 MC600 Specifications

10.1 System Specifications

Details on the MC600 system unit's compatibility, display, and interface.

10.2 Mechanical Specifications

Physical dimensions and mounting details of the MC600 enclosure.

10.1.1 MC600 System Unit

10.1.2 MC600 System Unit Continued

10.1.3 4-20mA GM Instrument Specifications

10.3 Environmental Specifications

10.4 Electrical Specifications

10.4.1 Relay Ratings

Contact ratings for the MC600's fault and auxiliary relays.

10.4.2 RS-485 Output

Specifications for the dual redundant MODBUS RTU RS-485 output.

10.5 Approvals

11.0 Sensors and Accessories

11.1 Catalytic Bead Hydrocarbon (HC) Sensors

Explains the principle of operation for catalytic bead HC sensors.

11.2 Catalytic HC Sensor Spare Parts and Accessories

Lists part numbers and descriptions for HC sensor spares and accessories.

11.2.3 Sensor Accessories

Lists part numbers for various sensor accessories.

11.2.4 Calibration Equipment

Lists part numbers for calibration equipment like chambers and calibrators.

11.2.1 Catalytic HC Sensor Part Numbers

11.2.2 Sensor Housing (Junction Box)

11.3 Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOS H2S) Sensors

11.4 MOS H2S Sensor Spare Parts and Accessories

11.4.1 Sensors

Lists various MOS H2S sensors with their part numbers and specifications.

11.4.2 Sensor Housing (Junction Box)

Lists part numbers for sensor housing and junction box options.

11.4.3 Sensor Accessories

Lists part numbers for sensor accessories.

11.4.4 Calibration Equipment

11.5 MC600 System Upgrades and Accessories

11.5.1 MC600 Upgrade Modules

Lists part numbers for MC600 system upgrade assemblies.

11.5.2 MC600 Accessories

Lists part numbers for MC600 system accessories.

12.0 Installing Upgrades

12.1 Adding a Signal-Conditioning Card

Step-by-step instructions for installing signal-conditioning cards.

12.2 Adding a Power Supply to the MC600 Chassis

Instructions for installing a power supply upgrade assembly.

12.3 Adding a Class 1 Division 2 Power Supply to MC600 Chassis

Instructions for installing a Class I Division 2 power supply upgrade.

12.4 Adding a Sounder

Steps for installing a sounder unit for audible indication.