Snifter mA+ EX RF User Manual 3
1 INTRODUCTION
This manual describes how to install and use SINTROL’s Snifter mA+ EX RF dust
monitor. Sintrol shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from
use of any information or details therein, or omission or error in this manual, or
any misuse of the product.
The instrument can be accessed by utilizing the DustTool Software.
The basic functionality of DustTool is to change the factory settings according to
individual needs of the process.
Such functions for Snifter mA+ EX RF are for example:
• Perform the auto-setup according to process typical dust levels.
• Change the Alarm Limits and the logic of signals.
• Set 4 - 20mA output levels
The Software can be downloaded free of charge under the Sintrol web-site
http://www.sintrolproducts.com
1.1 Safety
Snifter mA+ EX RF requires 12 - 24 VDC power supply. Although these voltage
levels are considered safe, the process gas or dust particulates can be hazardous to
health.
The Snifter is designed for explosive environments fulfilling following ATEX and EX
requirements. The sensor can be installed in EX and Atex zones 22.
IECEx VTT 14.0001X
Ex tc IIIB T 80°C Dc
Atex 22 VTT14 ATEX 001 X
CE II 3 D
EX tc IIIB T 80°C Dc
Take appropriate precautions when installing the monitor:
Unless the process conditions are known to be entirely safe, suitable
precautions must be taken before any entry is made into the duct for
installation or maintenance purposes.