MSA Ultima User Manual

Ultima
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Gas Monitor
instruction manual
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WARNING
THIS MANUAL MUST BE CAREFULLY READ BY ALL INDIVIDUALS WHO
HAVE OR WILL HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR USING OR SERVICING THE
PRODUCT. Like any piece of complex equipment, the unit will perform as
designed only if it is installed, used and serviced in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. OTHERWISE IT COULD FAIL TO PERFORM AS
DESIGNED AND PERSONS WHO RELY ON THIS PRODUCT FOR THEIR
SAFETY COULD SUSTAIN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
The warranties made by Mine Safety Appliances Company with respect to the
product are voided if the product is not used and serviced in accordance with
the instructions in this manual. Please protect yourself and others by following
them. We encourage our customers to write or call regarding this equipment
prior to use or for any additional information relative to use or repairs.
In the U.S., to contact your nearest stocking location, dial toll-free 1-800-MSA-INST.
To contact MSA International, dial 1-412-967-3354.
© MINE SAFETY APPLIANCES COMPANY 2004 - All Rights Reserved
Manufactured by
MSA INSTRUMENT DIVISION
P.O. Box 427, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15230
(L) Rev 12 813161

MSA Ultima Specifications

General

Brand	MSA
Model	Ultima
Category	Monitor
Language	English

Summary

MSA Instrument Warranty

Warranty

Covers product defect warranty for a specified period and conditions.

Exclusive Remedy

Defines buyer's sole recourse for defects, typically repair or replacement.

Exclusion of Consequential Damage

Limits seller's liability for indirect losses and damages.

General Warnings and Cautions

Warnings

Critical safety and operational warnings for proper use and potential hazards.

Cautions

Operational precautions and potential hazards to avoid.

Chapter 1 Set-up

Unpacking Your Unit

Describes the process of unpacking the gas monitor.

General Description

Provides an overview of the Ultima Gas Monitor's purpose.

Identifying Your Unit

Explains how to identify different models and their features.

Hazardous Area Rating

Details classifications for hazardous location installations.

Intrinsically Safe Rating

Explains intrinsic safety requirements and limitations.

Mounting Your Gas Monitor

Provides general guidelines for installing the unit.

Mounting Guidelines for the Explosion-Proof Ultima Gas Monitor

Specific installation rules for explosion-proof models.

Mounting Guidelines for the General-Purpose Gas Monitor

Installation guidelines for general-purpose models.

Mounting Guidelines for the Ultima Gas Monitor/Less Sensor

Installation for units without integrated sensors.

Mounting the Unit

General instructions for unit installation.

Three Mounting Methods

Outlines different ways to physically mount the monitor.

Electrical Connections for Ultima Gas Monitors

Details how to connect the monitor electrically.

Wiring for all Models (except digital output models)

General wiring instructions for most models.

For Frequency Outputs

Specific wiring for frequency output signals.

For Milliamp Output

Specific wiring for 4-20 mA output signals.

Typical Wiring of the Ultima Gas Monitor

Illustrates common wiring configurations.

Electrical Connections for the Ultima Remote Sensor Module

Wiring details for remote sensor units.

For Catalytic Type Combustible Models

Specific wiring for catalytic combustible sensors.

At the Ultima Remote Sensor Location

Instructions for connecting at the sensor end.

For Oxygen Models

Specifics for oxygen sensor models.

At the Ultima Gas Monitor/Less Sensor Location

Wiring at the main unit for remote sensors.

At the Ultima Remote Sensor Location

Connection at the sensor end for different models.

For Toxic Gas and IR Combustible Models

Specifics for toxic and IR combustible sensors.

At the Ultima Gas Monitor/Less Sensor Location

Wiring at the main unit for remote sensors.

Chapter 2 Start-up

Initial Start-up

Describes the first power-on and setup sequence.

Calibration

Procedures for calibrating the sensor.

Non-combustible Chemicals that Reduce Catalytic Sensor Sensitivity

Lists chemicals affecting sensor performance.

Ultima Gas Monitor Controller

Features and use of the controller.

Note on Resetting Latched Alarms

How to clear active alarms.

Ultima Gas Monitor Calibration Output Signal

Behavior of the output during calibration.

Chapter 3 Specifications

Performance Specifications

Details operational parameters like range, drift, and noise.

Chapter 4 Maintenance

General

Overview of routine maintenance for the gas monitor.

Replacing the Sensor

Step-by-step guide for sensor replacement.

Hydrogen Cyanide and Hydrogen Chloride Sensors

Specific notes for HCN/HCL sensor replacement.

Obtaining Replacement Parts

Information on how to order replacement components.

Appendix A Optional Ultima Duct Mount Kit

General

Overview of the duct mount kit and its features.

Mounting

General considerations for mounting the kit.

Mounting the Single Module Model

Installation steps for single-module duct mount.

Mounting the Dual module Models

Installation steps for dual-module duct mount.

Appendix B Optional Ultima Power Supply

General

Overview of the optional power supply unit.

Mounting

How to install the power supply module.

Wiring

Electrical connection instructions for the power supply.

Appendix C Internal Relay Option

General Information

Overview of internal relays and their function.

Unpacking, Mounting and Wiring the Ultima Gas Monitor with Internal Relays

Setup for units with internal relays.

Alarm Relays

Functionality and behavior of the alarm relays.

Fault Relay

Functionality and behavior of the fault relay.

Optional RESET Push-button

Information about the reset button feature.

General

Overview of the reset button's purpose and configuration.

RESET Button Selection

Guidelines for choosing a reset button based on area classification.

Relay Connections

How to connect the relays using wiring harnesses or direct wiring.