Polytronirex Manual PDF

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Polytron
Transmitter IR Ex, IR Ex ...
Instructions for Use
00123655_04.eps
9023655 - 4th edition - May 2006 Page 1 of 86

Contents
Contents
For Your Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
EC type test certificate in accordance with Directive 94/9/EC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Transmitter IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex HC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Transmitter IR Ex IL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation of NPT pipe connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation with hard pipe connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Mounting to a wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the maintenance opening for gas inlet in diffusion operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing gas path with shut-off valves for calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Mounting IR Ex display unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Mounting IR junction box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting the transmitter to the central controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting transmitter and remote IR Ex display unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting transmitter and IR junction box for hand-held terminal IR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
After connecting electrical installation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Removing dust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Fitting splash guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connecting tubing for remote calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Initial Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Replacing dust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Cleaning the optical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Menu Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Entering password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Entering Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Entering Decisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Entering Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Handling Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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Contents
Maintenance Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Calibrating zero point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Calibrating sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Configuring the calibration signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Checking 4 to 20 mA analog interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Display warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Display errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Display sensor temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Adjust pre-amplification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Setting H2O offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Calibrating analog output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Display software-specific information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Testing the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Configuration Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Changing gas configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Entering temperature coefficients A0 to A2 and their check sums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Configuring fault signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Configuring zero clamping (positive values) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Changing password for the maintenance menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Changing password for configuration menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Changing the language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Switching measured value display on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Configuring warning signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Configuring a special gas name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Transmitter performance IR Ex and IR Ex IL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Transmitter performance IR Ex ES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Transmitter performance IR Ex FP and IR Ex FP IL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Transmitter performance IR Ex HC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Cross sensitivities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
IR Ex HC cross sensitivities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Measuring, using cross sensitivities (IR Ex HC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
IR Ex ES cross sensitivities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Measuring other hydrocarbons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Polytron IR Ex and IR Ex ES transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Polytron IR Ex IL transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Polytron IR Ex HC transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Polytron IR Ex display unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Polytron IR junction box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Measurement Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Order List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
EC-Type Examination Certificate DMT 02 ATEX E 178X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
IECEx - Approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

For Your Safety
For Your Safety

Strictly follow the instructions for use
Any use of the transmitter requires full understanding and strict observation of these
instructions.
The Polytron Transmitter IR Ex operating manual contains instructions on commis-
sioning, maintenance, inspection and verication of operability, particularly with
regard to safety.
The transmitter is only to be used for the purposes specied here.
Maintenance
Repair of the transmitter may only be carried out by trained service personnel.
We recommend that a service contract is obtained with DrgerService and that all
repairs are also carried out by them.
Only authentic Drger spare parts may be used for maintenance.
Observe chapter "Maintenance Intervals".
Use in areas subject to explosion hazards

Equipment or components which have been tested and approved according to
national or European regulations on electrical equipment in areas subject to
explosion hazards, and the national mining regulations, may be used only under the
conditions specied in the approval.
Modications of components or the use of faulty or incomplete parts are not
permitted.
In case of repairs to equipment or components of this type, the national regulations
must be observed.
Liability for proper function or damage

The liability for the proper function of the transmitter is irrevocably transferred to the
owner or operator to the extent that the transmitter is serviced or repaired by
personnel not employed or authorized by DrgerService or if the transmitter is used
in a manner not conforming to its intended use.
Drger cannot be held responsible for damage caused by non-compliance with the
recommendations given above.
The warranty and liability provisions of the terms of sale and delivery of Drger are
likewise not modied by the recommendations given above.
Drger Safety AG & Co. KGaA

Intended Use
Intended Use
For stationary, continuous monitoring of selectable gas mixtures containing
hydrocarbons by infra-red absorption at wavelength 3.4 m (IR Ex ES: 3.3 m).
With a 4 mA to 20 mA analog output with 3 or 4 wire connection for easy
replacement of catalytic transmitters, for instance.
IR Ex IL and IR Ex FP IL:
Gas-tight connection to the optical system of the transmitter for in-situ
measurement under atmospheric pressure.
IR Ex HC and IR Ex FP:
Not suitable for detecting ethene (ethylene) and methane.
Possible conguration for groups of substances:

methane (not IR Ex FP, IR Ex FP IL, IR Ex HC)
ethene (ethylene) (not IR Ex FP, IR Ex FP IL, IR Ex HC)
propane
Measuring ranges may be selected without restrictions.

The measuring ranges can be selected, depending on the transmitter type and the
selected substance groups (category):
Transmitter type Methane Ethene (Ethylene) Propane

IR Ex and IR Ex IL 20 ... 100 % LEL 80 ... 100 % LEL 5 ... 100 % LEL
IL = InLine 0.8 ... 5 %V/V 1.8 ... 2.3 %V/V 0.1 ... 1.7 %V/V
5 ... 100 %V/V 1) 1000 ... 9999 ppm
IR Ex ES 2) 20 ... 100 % LEL 40 ... 100 % LEL 20 ... 100 % LEL
ES = Enhanced Sensitivity 1 ... 10 %V/V 1 ... 10 %V/V 0.34 ... 10 %V/V
3000 ... 9999 ppm
IR Ex HC 2) 100 % LEL
HC = High Concentration 1 ... 100 %V/V

IR Ex FP, IR Ex FP IL 2) 5 ... 100 % LEL
FP = Fast Propane
1000 ... 9999 ppm
1) with limited accuracy of measurement (see page 58)
2) Not evaluated in the 1st supplement to EC type test certicate DMT 02 ATEX E 0178X.
IR Ex FP and IR Ex FP IL transmitters:
These models differ from the IR Ex and IR Ex IL versions by their very quick response
time to propane.
However, these models cannot be congured for methane or ethene, nor is the
% by vol. measuring range congurable.
The same technical data and measuring properties apply to these versions as stated
for IR Ex or IR Ex IL in the propane substance group, unless otherwise stated.

Intended Use
The transmitter is not intended for use in corrosive atmospheres, particularly

containing hydrogen chloride or wet gas mixtures or in gas mixtures possibly
releasing hydrogen chloride.
Note, in particular, that the transmitters described in these Instructions for Use
must not be operated in oxygen-enriched atmospheres.
Transmitter with measurement function for explosion protection according

to 94/9/EC
The transmitters Polytron IR Ex and Polytron IR Ex IL with measuring ranges
0 to 20 % LEL methane, 0 to 100 % LEL methane, 0 to 100 % by vol. methane and
0 to 100 % LEL propane have undergone a qualication test according to
EN 50054, EN 50057 and EN 50058 and have been certied in the 1st supplement
to the EC type test certicate DMT 02 ATEX E 0178 X as suitable for use as
transmitters with a measurement function for explosion protection in accordance
with Directive 94/9/EC.
The following special conditions must be observed for safe use when using as
transmitters with a measurement function for explosion protection:
Measuring range 0 to 100 % by vol. methane:

When operating in the measuring range 0 to 100 % by vol. methane, the transmitter
should be calibrated if the ambient temperature is below 10 oC. If the transmitter
was calibrated below 10 oC, the transmitter should be recalibrated if a temperature
of 10 oC is exceeded.
Measuring range 0 to 20 % LEL methane:

If the transmitter IR Ex or IR Ex IL is operated in the measuring range 0 to 20 % LEL
methane at high ambient temperatures, particular attention must be paid to the
inuence of moisture (see Technical Data on page 58). In such cases it is advisable
to use a wet calibration gas or to allow for the effect of moisture when setting the
alarm limits.
Polytron IR Ex IL volume ow
The volume ow for the Polytron IR Ex IL should be set taking into account the
response times (see Technical Data on page 59).
Undervoltage
The minimum operating voltage for all the transmitters described here is 13 V.
At operating voltages between 10 and 13 V, the sensor behaviour is undened
and may cause false alarms at the central controller. Below 10 V the transmitter
will reliably switch off.
In conjunction with a central controller (such as Polytron):

Warning before potentially explosive concentrations are reached.
Automatic initiation of countermeasures to prevent the risk of explosion.
Warning of transmitter faults; display of maintenance measures required.
Special calibration mode (blocking of alarm triggering, one-man calibration).
The transmitter uses state-of-the-art microprocessor technology and infra-red

absorption technology with no moving parts Description: see "Measuring
Principle", page 69.

Intended Use
EC type test certicate in accordance with Directive 94/9/EC

Device description acc. to 94/9/EG and IECEx:
Transmitter: Drger Safety, D-23560 Lbeck, Germany
Type Polytron IR *
II 2G EEx me [ib] d IIB + H2 T4
40 oC Ta +65 oC
DMT 02 ATEX E 178 X
CE-0158, year of manufacturing by serial number1)
Ex me [ib] d IIB + H2 T4
20 oC Ta +55 oC
IECEx BVS 05.0007
Display box: Drger Safety, D-23560 Lbeck, Germany

Type Polytron IR Displaybox
II 2G EEx ib IIC T4
40 oC Ta +65 oC
DMT 02 ATEX E 178 X
Ex ib IIC T4
40 oC Ta +65 oC
IECEx BVS 05.0007
Hand held terminal: Drger Safety, D-23560 Lbeck, Germany

Type Polytron IR HHT
II 2G EEx ib IIC T4
40 oC Ta +65 oC
DMT 02 ATEX E 178 X
Ex ib IIC T4
40 oC Ta +65 oC
IECEx BVS 05.0007
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1) The year of manufacturing is coded by the third capital letter of the serial number on the type
plate: S = 2002, T = 2003, U = 2004, W = 2005, X = 2006, Y = 2007, Z = 2008, A = 2009,
B = 2010, C = 2011, etc.
Example: Serial number: ARSH-0054, the 3rd capital letter is S, so the year of manufacturing
is 2002.
Remark:
The ex-approval is valid for different types and shapes of the IR * (e.g. different
interference lters or cuvettes). The device description is indicating the different
types and shapes by additional abbreviations, separated by a comma,
e.g. "Polytron IR NDF, Ex IL".

Intended Use
Differentiation of the transmitter Polytron IR *

the asterik in the type description allows to differentiate between different versions
or devices belonging to the gas detection transmitter. The following versions/
devices are possible:
Type Polytron IR Transmitter with display and sensor
ATEX: II 2G EEx me [ib] d IIB + H2 T4
IECEx: Ex me [ib] d IIB + H2 T4
Type Polytron IR NDF Transmitter without display, with sensor and terminals
(K11, K12 und K13) for an intrinsically safe output
circuit
Type Polytron IR NDH Transmitter without display, with sensor and connector
for an intrinsically safe output circuit
Type Polytron IR Display box Display box without transmitter
ATEX: II 2G EEx ib IIC T4
IECEx: Ex ib IIC T4
Type Polytron IR HHT Hand held terminal
ATEX: II 2G EEx ib IIC T4
IECEx: Ex ib IIC T4
The transmitter Polytron IR with its versions NDF and NDH is intended to be used for
the detection of ammable gases and vapours under atmospheric conditions. The
non-intrinsically safe power supply and signal transmission is realized by either one
3-core- or two 2-core-cables, which have to be connected to the terminals K1, K2, K3
and K4 placed in an "e"-terminal box (explosion protection increased safety "e").
The intrinsically safe output circuit of the transmitters Polytron IR NDF or Polytron IR
NDH can be connected by a cable (length max. 50 meters) to either the display box
(Polytron IR Display box) or the hand held terminal (Polytron IR HHT).
The rating of the cable must not exceed the max. inductivity and capacity of
Lo = 100 H resp. Co = 100 nF.
The transmitter Polytron IR, the versions Polytron IR NDF and Polytron IR NDH, the
Polytron IR Display box and the hand held terminal Polytron IR HHT are associated
to the device category II 2G and approved to be used in potentially explosive
atmospheres zone 1and zone 2.

Intended Use
Safety-relevant parameters:
The following max. values for the non-intrinsically safe power supply and signal
transmission are valid for Polytron IR, Polytron IR NDF and Polytron IR NDH
(terminals K1, K2, K3 and K4):
Max. DC-voltage Um 32 V DC
Max. AC-voltage Um 250 V AC
Environmental conditions:
operation: 40 to +65 oC 1)
20 to +55 oC 1) (only applies to transmitters, concerning IECEx approval)
700 hPa to 1300 hPa
(in potentially explosive atmospheres:
800 to 1100 hPa)
0 to 100 % rel. humidity, non condensing 2)
during storage: 40 to +65 oC
700 hPa to 1300 hPa
0 to 100 % rel. humidity, non condensing 2)
IP-rating acc. EN 60 529: IP 65
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1)
The given temperatures are min. and max. temperatures concerning the explosion protection approval. Concerning the
measuring performance the temperature range might be smaller, e.g. for the detection of ethene: 25 to +50 oC.
2)
IR Ex HC: 0 to 95 % rel. humidity

Design
Design
The modular design allows several assembly options:
Transmitter IR Ex ... Standard

with display and keypad:
IR Ex, IR Ex ES IR Ex IL IR Ex HC
Polytron IR Ex Polytron IR Ex Polytron IR Ex
ESC ESC ESC
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for transmitters which are easily accessible to the operator.
The transmitter is operated directly via a built-in display and keypad.
Transmitter IR Ex ... NDF

(Non-Display, Fixed Connection) without display and with xed connection for
remote IR Ex display unit:
ESC ESC ESC

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for transmitters which are not easily accessible to the operator.

The stationary, fixed display unit is connected to the transmitter via a 3-wire cable
not longer than 30 m.
The transmitter is operated via the display and keypad of the remote display unit.

Design
Transmitter IR Ex ... NDH

(Non-Display Hand-held Terminal) without display and with plug connection for
hand-held terminal IR:
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for transmitters which are easily accessible to the operator.
The transmitter is operated via the hand-held terminal using the plug connection.
Transmitter IR Ex ... NDF

(Non-Display, Fixed Connection) without display and operated via a hand-held
terminal IR tted to the IR junction box:
D Polytron IR D Polytron IR D Polytron IR
ESC ESC ESC

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for transmitters which are not easily accessible to the operator.

The stationary, fixed IR junction box is connected to the transmitter via a 3-wire
cable not longer than 30 m.
The hand-held terminal can be connected to the IR junction box during operation
via a three-pin plug.
The transmitter is operated via the display and keypad on the hand-held terminal.

Installing transmitter
Select installation point according to local regulations.
Observe the regulations concerning electrical equipment in potentially explosive

atmospheres (ElexV) and the conditions of admission.
Keep well clear of extraneous factors such as flooding water, oil etc. as well
as any chance of mechanical damage.
Mount in a place where there is little vibration and minimum changes of

temperature (no direct sunlight).
Transmitter IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex HC

Observe air movement/draft!
The transmitter must be installed in a current of air and always be between
possible emission or concentration points and possible sources of ignition.
Pay attention to density of gas!

For gases whose density is lower than air, such as methane, the transmitter must
be mounted above any possible leakage point, or at the highest point at which
large concentrations of gases can be found.
For gases and vapours with a density higher than air, the transmitter must be
installed below any possible leakage point or at the lowest point at which these
gases and vapours can be found.
Removing cover:
Remove four screws, carefully lift off cover.
Polytron IR Ex
ESC
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3 3
2 3 2
1 1 1
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1 Remove the five plug connections (IR Ex HC = three plug connections) on the
housing cover.
The plug connections are keyed or interchangeable, see page 21.
2 Mount transmitter with four screws through the housing or
3 Fix mounting brackets to transmitter and mount transmitter with four screws
through the brackets.
Mount in vertical position (sensor at the bottom).
Leave at least 30 cm of open space below the transmitter to allow access for
calibration purposes.
Do not fit cover for electrical connections yet.
Transmitter IR Ex IL
Make sure that the pressure range of the sensor is always observed (see section
Technical Data, page 56).
Connect gas supply line using two 1/2" NPT female threads, seal with Teflon tape
(connection to commercial systems possible).
Flow monitoring is necessary in flow mode.
Installation of NPT pipe connections

The sensor is provided with two tapered NPT female threads for the gas supply to
the transmitters thread size: 1/2" NPT.
Commercial pipe connections, tube connections, couplings etc. (such as Swagelok)
may be used.
To ensure that the connection is gas-tight, the thread should be sealed with
appropriate sealing material (e.g. Teon tape).
The maximum depth of engagement to the optical system is 1.5 cm.

Installation with hard pipe connections

Protect the transmitter against mechanical damage.
Observe dead weight of the transmitter.
Installation for in-line operation

For calibration of the transmitter the gas supply line should be equipped with
3-way valves with shut-off capability.
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Installation for diffusion operation
Use of the maintenance opening, page 15.
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Mounting to a wall
Gas supply must be flexible tubing, flexible gas-tight conduit etc.
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1 Attach to holding plate using appropriate spacers.

Mount in vertical position (sensor at the bottom).
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ESC
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Using the maintenance opening for gas inlet in diffusion operation
A sealing plug (maintenance opening) is provided at the rear of the sensor for
maintenance and inspection of the optical system.
Thread size: G 3/4
This maintenance opening can be used for diffusion operation:
Screw gas supply connecting piece with G 3/4 male thread to maintenance
opening.
Make sure that the connecting piece between sensor and the duct to be
monitored is as short as possible.
Seal the two NPT openings with an appropriate sealing plug.
Make sure that the transmitter is protected against mechanical damage.
Observe dead weight of the transmitter.
The response time of the instrument may be considerably increased when the
maintenance opening is used as gas inlet.
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Installing gas path with shut-off valves for calibration
especially in case of pipe installation, the gas path should have shut-off valves.
Then the maintenance opening is used as gas inlet during calibration.
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Mounting IR Ex display unit

Remove cover:
Remove four screws, lift off cover.
1 Mount display unit with four screws through the housing 1
or
2 fix mounting brackets to display unit and mount display unit with four screws
through the brackets.
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2
Mounting IR junction box

Remove cover:
Remove four screws, lift off cover.
1
1 Mount IR junction box with four screws through the housing
or
2 fix mounting brackets to IR junction box and mount IR junction box with four
screws through the brackets.
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Electrical connections
Routing and connecting the electrical installation must only be done by trained
personnel, observing appropriate regulations
use 2, 3 or multi-core, screened cable (braided screen, cover 80 %,).
When installing the transmitter, proper grounding has to be ensured.
Covers of transmitter (display unit, IR junction box) should not be put back on yet.
On the transmitter:
1 Remove two screws from the terminal cover.
2 Remove terminal cover. 1
Connect according to the applicable procedure below.
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When using 4-wire-connection:
Remove blind plug on transmitter.
3 Screw second cable gland (accessory, see Order List) into housing and secure
with nut.
Remarks concerning the cable glands:

The cable glands are part of the ex-approved transmitter and must be purchased
at Drger Safety AG & Co. KGaA exclusively (see "Order list", page 72). Other
cables glands must not be used, otherwise the ex-approval is infringed.
The cable glands are only approved to be used for fixed installation.
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The cable gland is suitable for cable diameters of 6 to 12 mm.
For cable diameters of 13 to 15 mm the cable gland must be replaced by Drger
cable gland (part-no. 83 11 370) without the inner of the two rings.
Connecting the transmitter to the central controller

Connect to the central controller using screened cable (braided screen,
cover 80 %, maximum outside diameter 15 mm).

3-wire connection:
The cable resistance per core for the connection to transmitter terminals K1 and K3 must not exceed:
Rmax = (U0[V] 13) x 2 per core (e.g. 22 per core at 24.0 V)
U0 is the power supply at the central controller.
The cable resistance for the connection to the transmitter terminal K4 must not exceed 450 (individual internal resistance
of the central controller).
Connect screen to terminal E of the transmitter.
Ground the transmitter via external terminal, but do not ground screen at the central controller or do not ground transmitter
via external terminal, but ground screen in the central controller.
IR Ex, IR Ex ES
K1
K3
K4 E
Supply unit
24 V 20 % , 0.3 A
IR Ex IL + 24 V
K1 0V
K3
K4 0V
K1 E
K3
K4 4...20 mA
E
Central controller
IR Ex HC
K1
K3
K4 E
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4-wire connection
The cable resistance per core for the connection to transmitter terminals K1 and K2 must not exceed:
Rmax = (U0[V] 13) x 2 per core (e.g. 22 per core at 24.0 V)
U0 is the power supply at the central controller.
The cable resistance per core for the connection to the transmitter terminal K3 and K4 must not exceed 350 individual internal
resistance of central controller).
Connect screen to terminal E of the transmitter.
Ground the transmitter via external terminal, but do not ground screen in the central controller or do not ground transmitter
via external terminal, but ground screen in the central controller.
IR Ex, IR Ex ES
K1
K2
K3
K4
E
Supply unit
IR Ex IL 24 V 20 % , 0.3 A
E
K1 + 24 V
K2 0V
K1
K2
K3 K3 0V
K4 K4 4...20 mA
E E
Central controller
IR Ex HC
K1
K2
K3
K4
E
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Connecting transmitter and remote IR Ex display unit

Intrinsically safe circuit; observe regulations applicable regarding routing.
The length of the cable must not exceed 30 m.
The following cable specifications must not be exceeded: Lmax = 100 H, C max = 100 nF
1 All three cables must be looped through the ferrite core once, following the same direction.
Connect screen to terminal E of the transmitter and terminal E of the display unit.
K13 E
K11
K12
E K12
K11 K13
K3 E
K2
K1
K1 K3
E 1
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K2

Connecting transmitter and IR junction box for hand-held terminal IR

Intrinsically safe circuit; observe regulations applicable regarding routing.
The length of the cable used should not exceed 30 m.
The following cable specifications must not be exceeded:
Lmax = 100 H, C max = 100 nF
Connect screen to terminal E in transmitter.
K13 E
K11
K12
E K11 K13
K1 K2 K3
K12
K1 K3
K2
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After connecting electrical installation:
1 Screw terminal cover back on to transmitter, two screws.
Reconnect five plug connections (IR Ex HC = three plug connections) on the
housing cover,
where:
2 Sensor cable (7-pin plug)
1
Not IR Ex HC:
3 Heater cable (2-pin socket). Polarity does not matter.
4 Heater cable (2-pin socket). Polarity does not matter.
These heater cables are interchangeable.
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5 Supply cable 2 3 4
6 Cable to infra-red source (3-pin socket). Polarity does not matter . 5 6
Note: if cable 6 (infra-red source) is connected when the power supply is switched
on, the infra-red source may switch off. In this case, disconnect plug 5 (supply cable)
from the printed board for about 10 seconds.
Then reconnect plug 5.

Screw all housing covers back on transmitter, the remote display unit and on to
the IR junction box:
Each housing cover is secured with four screws do not pinch any cables!
Polytron IR Ex
ESC
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Accessories
IR Ex, IR Ex ES only
The transmitter comes with a dust lter for protection against dust, splash water and
salt mist.
To ensure optimum sensor functioning under various operating conditions the
following congurations and accessories are recommended:
Factory installed dust lter

Recommended for indoor applications without direct exposure to water class of
protection: IP 63.
Since the self-test of the transmitter cannot detect any build-up of deposit on the
dust lter, it is necessary to visually inspect the dust lter on a regular basis.
It is possible to remote-calibrate the transmitter connect tubing for remote
calibration, page 23.
NOTE: A calibration adapter is required for calibrating at wind speeds exceeding
1.5 m/s (300 ft/min).
Dust lter, removed

Ensures extremely short response times see response times in "Technical Data",
page 58.
Only recommended for dust-free indoor applications class of protection: IP 53.
Remove dust lter, page 23.
The self-test of the transmitter can automatically detect build-up of deposit on the
optical system.
It is not possible to remote-calibrate the transmitter.
A calibration adapter is required for calibrating the sensor.
Dust lter and splash guard tted

Suitable for applications with splashwater or water jets class of protection: IP 65.
Fit splash guard, page 23.
Since the self-test of the transmitter cannot detect any build-up of deposit on the
dust lter, it is necessary to visually inspect the dust lter on a regular basis. For this,
the splash guard has to be removed.
It is possible to remote-calibrate the transmitter connect tubing for remote
calibration, page 23.
NOTE: A calibration adapter is required for calibrating at wind speeds exceeding
1.5 m/s (300 ft/min). For this, the splash guard has to be removed.

Removing dust lter

1 Loosen screw on protective screen.
2 Twist protective screen and pull off to the right.
3 Hold dust filter in the hand and pull off to the right, gently twisting back and forth.
2 Fit protective screen again and secure it with the screw.
1
3
2
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Fitting splash guard
Accessory, order separately
Slide support plate from front on to sensor base.
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Slide splash guard onto sensor until it fits into support plate.
Secure splash guard with 2 screws.
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Connecting tubing for remote calibration

Fit tubing from gas supply system to the gas inlet at the sensor and secure.
The fitted dust filter is absolutely necessary for remote calibration.
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Initial Operation
Initial Operation
Switch on power supply.
Note:
As the transmitter briey (approx. 100 ms) delivers current of up to 12 mA to
the central controller when the power supply is switched on, the alarm limits
set at the central controller may be exceeded.
Analog Output:
Fault signal for approx. 30 seconds; after that normal operation (see
Measurement)
Display on transmitter (display unit, hand-held terminal):

for 30 seconds display SYSTEM TEST AND INITIALIZATION, after that normal
operation (see Measurement).
Check zero point calibration; calibrate zero point, if necessary see "Operating
Functions for Maintenance and Configuration", page 37.
Check analog output see "Operating Functions for Maintenance and
Configuration", page 41.
Check that displayed value on transmitter (display unit, hand-held terminal) and
central controller match.
If necessary:
Calibrate analog output see "Operating Functions for Maintenance and
Configuration", page 45.
The transmitters are factory calibrated and congured (see label on transmitter).
Changing conguration see "Operating Functions for Maintenance and
Conguration", page 48.
Measurement
The current output of the transmitter during normal operation is between 4 and
20 mA and is proportional to the detected concentration.
Polytron IR Ex transmitter uses different current values to indicate various modes
of operation.:
Meaning: Current at conguration Current at conguration
Fault signal 3 mA Fault signal 1 mA
Fault 3 mA 1 0.2 mA
Warning (maintenance required) 10 s measuring signal and 10 s measuring signal and 3 s 2 0.2 mA
3 s calibration signal or 2 0.2 mA constant
Calibration signal 2 to 5 mA oscillating at 1 Hz 3 0.2 mA
Zero point 4 mA 4 mA
Full scale of measuring range 20 mA 20 mA
Measuring range exceeded >20 mA >20 mA
If values fall below the measuring range, a current with a minimum of 3.5 mA flows
through the output.

Initial Operation
Display on transmitter (display unit, hand-held terminal):

measured value, measurement unit and gas type, e.g.
0.0 %PROPANE
LEL
During measurement the following special symbols may be displayed:
When the set measurement range has been exceeded: Y Y Y Y , e.g.:

Y Y Y Y %PROPANE
LEL
When there is a warning or some information i , e.g.: i

Display of warning or information in plain text see "Operating Functions for 0.0 %PROPANE
LEL
Maintenance and Configuration", page 41.
When there is an instrument fault F , e.g.: _ _ _ _ % LEL F

PROPANE
Display of error code during measurement:
Press and hold down the [ ESC ] key, display e.g.: ERROR-CODE F
[ 00 02 00 0A ]
Display of error messages in maintenance menu, see "Operating Functions for
Maintenance and Configuration", page 42.
Error messages are reset automatically when the cause is removed.
If calibration signal is transmitted to central controller instead of a measured

value, Z , e.g.: Z
0.0 %PROPANE
LEL
To switch calibration signal on and off, see "Operating Functions for Maintenance
and Configuration", page 40.

Maintenance Intervals
EN 50073 and the national regulations in the country of use must be observed.
Daily
Visual check to determine readiness for operation.
Immediately before operation

Check zero calibration, page 37.
Check analog output, page 41.
Check that displayed value on transmitter (display unit, hand-held terminal)
and central controller match.
If there is a deviation:
Calibrate analog output, page 45.
At regular intervals,
as specied by persons responsible for the maintenance of the gas warning system,
recommendation: every six months:
Check zero point and sensitivity calibration, page 37 to page 38.
It is possible to extend the recommended calibration interval to more than

6 months provided that:
After a maximum period of use of 6 months it must be checked if (in this particular
application) the gas supply to the optical system may be blocked due to e.g. dust
or oil. If the operation of the device is not affected by such effects the calibration
interval may be extended to a maximum of 12 months.
When using the transmitter for methane measurement in the 0 to 20 % LEL range, if
the average operating temperatures vary greatly (e.g. by more than 20 K seasonally),
it should be recalibrated at the different average operating temperatures in order to
comply with the error limits according to EN 50057.
It is only possible to extend the calibration interval if no blocking of the gas supply to
the optical system due to e.g. dust or oil can happen in this particular application
during the period between two calibrations.
Every six months

Check output interface, page 41.
Check that display on transmitter (display unit, hand-held terminal) and central
controller match.
If there is deviation:
Calibrate analog output, page 45.
Check dust filter; replace if necessary (not IR Ex IL), page 28.

Annually
Inspection by trained personnel.
The inspection intervals in each individual case are subject to technical safety
considerations, engineering processes and the technical requirements for the
equipment.
We recommend a contract with DrgerService which also covers repairs.

Maintenance
Maintenance
Replacing dust lter
IR Ex and IR Ex ES transmitters
When tted, disconnect splash guard:
Unscrew 2 screws on splash guard.

Remove splash guard.
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1 Loosen screw on protective screen slightly.
2 Twist protective screen and pull off to the right
3 Hold dust filter in the hand and pull off to the right, gently twisting back and forth.
Push new dust filter over sensor gently twisting back and forth
the dust filter must not get torn!
Put protective screen back in place and secure with screw.
Fit splash guard back. 1
3
2
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Maintenance
Cleaning the optical system

IR Ex and IR Ex ES transmitters
The dust lter protects the optical system on the IR Ex Drger sensor against
build-up of deposit. The mirrors and lenses have to be cleaned if the transmitter
gives an appropriate warning.
In order to suppress a false alarm while cleaning the optical system: Set
calibration signal: menu item CALIBRATION SIGNAL, ON, page 40.
To remove splash guard and dust filter, proceed like previously described
"Replace dust filter", page 28.
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Blow off any loose particles with clean, dry air.
Rinse optical system with distilled water if necessary clean with alcohol or
mild detergent when heavily soiled clean with a lint-free soft cloth.
Fit new dust filter.

Put protective screen back in place and tighten screw.
Put splash guard back in place.
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Maintenance
IR Ex IL transmitter
It is absolutely necessary to protect the optical system from particles and aerosols by
preparing the sample gas appropriately.
When there is build-up of deposit on the optical system, the transmitter gives a
warning.
In order to suppress a false alarm while cleaning the optical system: Set
calibration signal: menu item CALIBRATION SIGNAL, ON, page 40.
Open maintenance plug at rear of optical system if necessary, remove
transmitter from installation.
Blow off any loose particles in the optical system with clean, dry air (do not exceed
the maximum pressure of the optical system).
Rinse optical system with distilled water if necessary, clean with alcohol or mild
detergent.
Vent out excess alcohol or cleaning liquid or let them dry.
Check the result of the cleaning process with special mirror, if necessary repeat
cleaning procedure.
Re-install maintenance plug, if necessary replace gasket. Re-install transmitter.
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IR Ex, IR Ex ES and IR Ex IL transmitters:
After cleaning the optical system:

The amplification of the sensor signal has to be adjusted:
menu item PREAMPLIFIER ADJ., page 44.
Perform zero point calibration: menu item CALIBR. ZERO, page 37.
Carry out sensitivity calibration:
menu item CALIBR.SENSITIVITY, page 38.
Cancel calibration signal: menu item CALIBRATION SIGNAL, OFF, page 40.
Return to measurement mode, page 34.

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There are six keys on the transmitter (display unit, hand-held terminal):
four cursor keys [ q ], [ l ], [ k ], [ j ],
one Escape key [ ESC ]
one Enter key [ u ].
ESC ESC ESC
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to change between:
menu items / functions
numbers / letters at the position of the cursor
default values
use [ q ], [ l ] keys
to change the position of the cursor:

use [ k ], [ j ] keys
to acknowledge:
inputs
messages
use [ u ] key
use [ ESC ] key to:

return to previous menu
exit a function without accepting changes

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Menu structure
There are two main submenus in the menu structure:
MAINTENANCE and CONFIGURATION.
NOTE
Since maintenance might be performed by staff other than those who congure the
system, the instrument has a different password to access each group of functions.
However, the password for the submenu conguration also gives the user access to
the submenu maintenance.
The default settings of the passwords are:

MAINTENANCE 1
CONFIGURATION 2
To change a password see page 52, Changing the Password.
Maintenance Menu
This level gives access to a number of functions for regular maintenance of the
transmitter. It is suggested that access be given to service department personnel.
Maintenance Menu, page 37
Conguration Menu
This level allows the user to change sensor parameters and to congure the
transmitter. It is suggested that access be given to authorized personnel in the
measurement and control or health and safety departments. Both the maintenance
and the conguration menus can be accessed with the conguration password.
Conguration Menu, page 48

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Menu Structure:
MENU:
MEASUREMENT:
Password for Password for

MAINTENANCE CONFIGURATION
MENU: MENU:
MAINTENANCE: CONFIGURATION:
page 37 page 48
CALIBR. ZERO GAS CONFIGURATION
1)
page 38 page 50
CALIBR. SENSITIVITY TEMP-COEFFICIENT
CALIBRATION-SIGNAL page 40 FAULT SIGNAL page 51
TEST 4-20 mA page 41 ZERO CLAMPING page 51
SHOW WARNINGS page 41 PASSWORD MAINTENANCE page 52
SHOW ERRORS page 42 PASSWORD CONFIG. page 52
SHOW SENSOR-TEMP. page 44 LANGUAGE page 53
PREAMPLFIER ADJ. page 44 DISPLAY page 53
H2O-OFFSET page 45 WARNINGS page 54
CALIBR. 4-20 mA page 45 SPECIAL GAS NAME page 55
MAINTENANCE:
SOFTWARE-INFO page 46
MAINTENANCE:
DISPLAY TEST page 47
1)
On the IR Ex HC transmitter, this function is carried out solely by DrgerService in the case of sensor replacement.

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Entering password
Display during normal measurement, e.g.:
0.0 %PROPANE
LEL
Press [ u ] key. PASSWORD ?

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Enter password:
to change number/letter use [ q ] and [ l ] keys. PASSWORD
to change the position of the cursor use the [ j ] key and enter next number/letter. 1
Continue until all numbers/letters of the password are entered: e.g. the default
password for maintenance:
Press [ u ] key, instrument changes to menu mode: MENU:
MEASUREMENT:
The default settings of the passwords are:
MAINTENANCE 1
CONFIGURATION 2
To change a password see page 52, Changing the Password.
NOTE
The instrument will continue to monitor the concentration and give a 4 to 20 mA
output while navigating through and executing most of the submenu features.
Depending on the hierarchy level of the password, access for the following menus
can be selected, using [ q ] or [ l ] key. MENU:
Selection: MEASUREMENT, MAINTENANCE or CONFIGURATION MAINTENANCE
Press [ q ] or [ l ] key to change the menu.
Press [ u ] key, to select the menu, e.g.: MAINTENANCE:
CALIBR. ZERO
Use [ q ] or [ l ] keys, to navigate within the submenus, e.g.: MAINTENANCE:
SHOW SENSOR-TEMP
Press [ u ] key, to access a function , e.g.: SENSOR-TEMPERATURE:
20.4 DEGREES
The different functions in the maintenance and conguration menus are described in
detail below.
Press [ ESC ] key to return to the next higher menu level, e.g.: MAINTENANCE:
SHOW SENSOR-TEMP
When pressing the [ ESC ] key several times, the instrument will go to the top level MENU:
(measurement menu). MEASUREMENT:
To return to the measurement mode, press the [ u ] key once, and the instrument
will display the currently detected value, e.g.:
0.0 %PROPANE
LEL

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Entering Numbers
For some of the functions it is necessary to enter numbers. Whenever such an entry
is required, the end of the first line in the display will show a question mark. At the
same time the second line displays the last entry with a blinking cursor under one of
the numbers, e.g.: CALIBR. GAS CONC. ?
40.0 % LEL
Use the [ k ] or [ j ] keys, to change the position of the cursor. It will skip over any
decimal point.
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] keys, to change the number at the position of the cursor.
Entries which do not make sense, such as .1 , -2-.22 , -.3, 44.-4 will not
accepted.
Keeping a key pressed is regarded as repeated activation of that key.
Press [ u ] key, the number set is accepted and verified whether it is within the
permissable range.
If the number entered is outside the permissible range a message will be shown.
Press [ u ] key, to acknowledge the message the number set previously will be
shown.
Entering Text
For some of the functions it is necessary to enter text. Whenever such an entry is
required, the end of the rst line in the display will show a question mark. At the
same time the second line displays the last entry with a blinking cursor under the last
letter of the text, e.g.: PASSWORD ?
Exception: when entering a password while in measurement no text will be DAVID
displayed. The second line is blank.
Use the [ k ] or [ j ] keys, to change position of the cursor.

Use the [ q ] or [ l ] keys, to change the letter at position of the cursor.
Pressing the [ q ] or [ l ] key before pressing the [ k ] or [ j ] key will delete
the whole text.
Keeping a key pressed, this is regarded as repeated activation of that key.
Press [ u ] key, to accept the entry.
Entering Decisions
For some of the functions it is necessary to enter a decision. Whenever such an
entry is required, the end of the first line in the display will show a question mark.
At the same time the second line displays the options. They are separated by / .
The cursor is on the "safe" position, where no changes would be accepted, e.g.: 100 % CORRECT ?
Y/N
Press [ k ] key, to change the position of the cursor.
Press [ u ] key, to accept the decision.

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Entering Options
For some of the functions it might be necessary to choose an option. Whenever
such a situation occurs, the rst line in the display will show a question mark. At the
same time, the second line shows the last selection. The cursor is not shown, e.g.: DISPLAY ?
ON
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key, to select a different option, e.g.: DISPLAY ?
Keeping a key pressed, this is regarded as repeated activation of that key. OFF
Press [ u ] key, to accept the selected option.
Handling Messages
Within some functions, messages are issued. They are identified by an exclamation
point at the end of the text, e.g.: INPUT VALUE
TOO LARGE !
Press [ u ] key, to acknowledge the message.

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Maintenance Menu
The maintenance menu contains all functions which are necessary for regular
maintenance of the transmitter.
Calibrating zero point

When this function is activated, the 4 to 20 mA output changes from concentration
to the calibration signal.
Zero gas:
Nitrogen or alternatively synthetic air (compressed air) with a hydrocarbon content
under 50 ppm may be used to calibrate the zero point.
When using ambient air to calibrate the zero point, it is important to ensure that
ESC
there are no hydrocarbons in the vicinity of the transmitter.
Note:
As the zero point can be set even with very low calibration gas concentrations,
zero gas should never be confused with calibration gas.
IR Ex, IR Ex ES
2
1 In still air and with a dust filter fitted: apply zero gas to the gas connector into
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the sensor at a flow of approx. 3 L/min (not evaluated in the 1st supplement
to EC type test certificate DMT 02 ATEX E 0178X). 1
or
2 Attach calibration adapter 68 08 667 and apply zero gas to the sensor at a
flow of approx. 0.5 L/min.
IR Ex IL
Apply zero gas into the sensor at a flow of approx. 0.5 L/min.
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IR Ex HC
With adapter 68 09 240 and calibration adapter 68 06 978
Apply zero gas to the calibration adapter at a flow of approx. 0.5 L/min.
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All transmitters
Select function. MAINTENANCE:
CALIBR. ZERO
Press [ u ] key to access the function, display: APPLY NITROGEN
Apply zero gas to sensor. TO SENSOR !
Press [ u ] key to acknowledge the message.
Wait until the displayed value stabilizes (up to 3 minutes), confirm decision VALUE CONSTANT ?
with "yes" (Y) 2.05 Y/N
Press [ u ] key
Press [ u ] key to acknowledge the message. NEW CALIBRATION-
FACTOR STORED !
Tolerances:
IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex IL
% LEL % by vol. ppm
Methane: 0.2 0.01 ---
Ethene: 0.6 0.01 ---
Propane: 0.1 0.01 10
IR Ex, IR Ex IL, full scale of range 5 to 100 % by vol. methane: 0.1 % by vol
IR Ex HC: 1 % LEL
If display of new measured value is within tolerance:

Confirm decision with "yes" (Y). VALUE OK ?
Press [ u ] key. 0.03 Y/N
Stop flow through sensor, confirm decision with "yes" (Y).
Wait for current measured value to drop below the alarm limit set at the central
controller and confirm decision with "yes" (Y). STOP GAS FLOW ?
Press [ u ] key. Y/N
If display of new measured value is not within tolerance:
Clean optical system (page 29) and repeat the procedure.
Calibrating sensitivity
When this function is activated, the 4 to 20 mA output changes from the
concentration to the calibration signal.
Calibration gas:
Use standard calibration gas (such as 40 % LEL methane in air or nitrogen with a full
scale of range of 100 % LEL methane) to calibrate sensitivity. The concentration of
other hydrocarbons in the calibration gas should be less than 50 ppm.
The calibration gas concentration can be between 10 % and 100 % of the full scale
of measurement, but should if possible be between 40 % and 70 % of the full scale
of measurement.

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Note:
The calibration gas concentration should not be below 14 % LEL methane for
a full scale of measurement of 20 % LEL methane (IR Ex, IR Ex IL).
Caution:
Never inhale calibration gas. Health hazard.
Refer to appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets for handling calibration gas.
Pay attention to expiration date of the calibration gas cylinder.

Cross calibration for gases and vapours: see page 64
Follow correct sequence. Firsts check zero point and, if correction is necessary,
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immediately check sensitivity and calibrate, if necessary.
Never calibrate sensitivity before zero point.
Please pay attention to the information about cross sensitivity to humidity in the
section "Technical Data" for ethene, page 58.
IR Ex, IR Ex ES
1 In still air and with a dust filter fitted: apply calibration gas to the gas connector
into the sensor at a flow of approx. 3 L/min (not evaluated in the 1st supplement 2
to EC type test certificate DMT 02 ATEX E 0178X).
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or
2 Attach calibration adapter 68 08 667 and apply calibration gas to the sensor 1
at a flow of approx. 0.5 L/min.
IR Ex IL
Apply calibration gas into the sensor at a flow of approx. 0.5 L/min.
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IR Ex HC
With adapter 68 09 240 and calibration adapter 68 06 978, vent calibration
gas safely to the outside via a tube.
Apply calibration gas through the calibration adapter at a flow of approx.
0.5 L/min.
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All transmitters
CALIBR. SENSITIVITY
Press [ u ] key to access the function, display: CALIBR. GAS CONC. ?

Use the cursor keys to enter the actual concentration of calibration gas. The 40.0 % LEL
concentration used for the last calibration will be shown.
Apply calibration gas to sensor. APPLY TO SENSOR
Press [ u ] key to acknowledge the message. 40 % LEL !
Wait for measured value to stabilize (up to 3 minutes), then confirm decision
with "yes" (Y). VALUE CONSTANT ?
Press [ u ] key. 35.8 Y/N
Press [ u ] key to acknowledge the message. NEW CALIBRATION-
FACTOR STORED !
Tolerances:
IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex IL: 2 % of concentration of calibration gas
IR Ex HC: 1 % of concentration of calibration gas
If the display of the new measured value is within tolerance: VALUE OK ?

Confirm decision with "yes" (Y). 39.8 Y/N
Press [ u ] key.
Stop gas flow to sensor. STOP GAS FLOW ?
Confirm decision with "yes" (Y). Y/N
If the display of the new measured value is not within tolerance:
Clean optical system (page 29) and repeat the procedure.
Conguring the calibration signal

This function is used to switche the calibration signal on, e.g. at maintenance.
If the calibration signal is activated the Z symbol is displayed in the upper right
corner of the display.

CALIBRATION-SIGNAL
Press [ u ] key, to access the function and display the configuration:
CALIBRATION-SIGNAL ?
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select "ON" or "OFF". OFF
Press [ u ] key to accept the selection and exit the function.

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Checking 4 to 20 mA analog interface

This submenu allows the user to check the 4 to 20 mA output and its connection to
the controller (e.g. to check the tripping of alarms).
The analog output of the transmitter can be set to any value within a range of 1.0 to
24.0 mA.
It is important to end the Checking the interface function correctly as described, to
ensure that the transmitter delivers the gas concentration at the output again.
Alternatively, instead of performing this test, the voltage can be measured across the
measuring points X2 (see calibrating output interface, page 45).
Where the values set for the current do not match the measured current, the output
interface must be calibrated, page 45.

Press [ u ] key to access the function: TEST 4-20 mA
Inhibit alarms at central controller, confirm decision with "yes" (Y).
Press [ u ] key: ALARM DISABLED ?
Y/N
The current output will be set to 4 mA. The current output can be changed in steps
of 0.1 mA: CURRENT VALUE ?
4.0 mA
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to change the value.
Keeping a key pressed is regarded as repeated activation of that key.
After 3 seconds the value will change in steps of 1 mA.
Press [ u ] or [ ESC ] key to leave the function:

Enablen alarms at central controller, confirm decision with "yes" (Y) ALARM ENABLED ?
Press [ u ] key. Y/N
Display warnings
This function is used to display any warning in plain text.
If there is a warning message available, the i symbol will be displayed in the
upper right hand corner of the display.
Warning messages offer an opportunity for the operator to perform preventive
maintenance.

Press [ u ] key to access the function: SHOW WARNINGS
Press [ u ] key.
The function terminates.

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Possible warning message:

IR-BEAM
Cause: REDUCTION !
The signals of the detectors are too small.
Remedy:
Clean optical system (not IR Ex HC), see Maintenance, page 28.
Set pre-amplification, page 44.
Calibrate zero point and sensitivity, page 37 to page 38.
Display errors
This function is used to identify an error by a code.
If there is a error message available, the F symbol will be displayed in the upper
right hand corner of the display.

Press [ u ] key to access the function: SHOW ERRORS
Press [ u ] key to display the next message. The function automatically terminates
if there are no more message. ERROR-CODE
1!
Possible error messages:
ERROR-CODE 1
to
ERROR-CODE 17
see Table.
Error code Cause Remedy

ERROR CODE 1 Internal electronics fault Call DrgerService for repair.
ERROR CODE 2 The signals of the detectors are too small Clean optical system, see page 29.
Set pre-amplication, page 44.
Then calibrate zero point and sensitivity,
page 37.
If operating in ne dust or corrosive
atmospheres, call in DrgerService to
check the condition of the sensor if
necessary.
ERROR CODE 3 Internal electronics fault Call DrgerService for repair
1),
ERROR CODE 5 Gas type temperature coefcient or Check1) temperature coefcient and
check sum do not match check sum, page 48.
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Error code Cause Remedy

ERROR CODE 9 Temperature measurement is faulty Check connection of sensor plug,
page 21.
ERROR CODE 10 Signal of reference detector too low Check connection of sensor plug,
page 21.
Check infra-red source (plug)
page 211).
Clean optical system, see page 291).
Set pre-amplication, page 44.
Then calibrate zero point and sensitivity,
page 37.
If operating in ne dust or corrosive
atmospheres, call in DrgerService to
check the condition of the sensor if
necessary.
ERROR CODE 11 1) Heater not connected Connect heater cable correctly,
page 21.
ERROR CODE 12 Signal of reference detector outside Set pre-amplication, page 44, and
permissible range calibrate zero point and sensitivity,
page 37.
ERROR CODE 13 Signal of measuring detector outside Set pre-amplication, page 44, and
permissible range calibrate zero point and sensitivity,
page 37.
ERROR CODE 14 Signal of measuring detector too high Set pre-amplication, page 44, and
calibrate zero point and sensitivity,
page 37.
ERROR CODE 15 Signal of reference detector too high Set pre-amplication, page 44, and
page 37.
ERROR CODE 16 Transmitter has calculated a high Check connection of sensor plug,
negative concentration page 21.
Set pre-amplication, page 44, and
page 37.
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Display sensor temperature

This function is used to display the actual sensor temperature.

SHOW SENSOR-TEMP.
Press [ u ] key to access function: SENSOR-TEMPERATURE:
20.4 DEGREES
Press [ u ] or [ ESC ] key to end the function.
Adjust pre-amplication
This function is used to optimize signal pre-amplication.
This must be followed, for instance, after cleaning the optical system.
IR Ex HC transmitter: DrgerService only.
When this function is activated, the 4 to 20 mA output changes to the maintenance/
calibration signal.
Apply synthetic air or nitrogen, free from hydrocarbon gases or vapours, to the
sensor (see page 37).
PREAMPLIFIER ADJ.
Press [ u ] key to access the function
display shows the current pre-amplification factors, e.g.: OLD PREAMPL FACTORS:
REF: 1 SIG: 4
Press [ u ] key, the best pre-amplification is determined (takes about
20 seconds). Display: SEARCHING FOR
PREAMP FACTORS !
Then new pre-amplification factors are displayed, e.g.: NEW PREAMPL FACTORS:
REF: 5 SIG: 5
Press [ u ] key to access the Delay function.
The current delay values are displayed, e.g.: OLD DELAY-VALUES:
REF: 42 SIG: 43
Press [ u ] key to determine and display the new delay values, e.g.: NEW DELAY-VALUES:
REF: 42 SIG: 45
Press [ u ] key to save the new delay values.
Press [ u ] key to end the function.
Note:
The zero point and sensitivity should be calibrated after adjusting the
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Setting H2O offset

This function is not used with the IR Ex HC transmitter.
When using the transmitter in the ethene gas category, the IR sensor may have a
cross-sensitivity to water vapour. This can be corrected by using a wet zero gas and
entering a numerical value (99 to +100). The measured value will then automatically
be corrected by this offset.
Apply wet zero gas with a humidity corresponding to the typical humidity of the
gas to be measured to the sensor and wait for the measured value to stabilize
(up to 3 minutes). Read the average value of the display (H2O offset) in % LEL,
round to an integer and enter the value as the H2O offset.

H2O-OFFSET
Press [ u ] key to access the function. H2O-OFFSET ?
0 % LEL
Press [ q ] or [ l ] key to enter the rounded value as the H2O offset.
Press [ u ] key to confirm the value.
Press [ u ] key to save the value. Display: H2O-OFFSET

STORED !
Calibrating analog output

This function is used to calibrate the analog output of the transmitter.
It is important to end the Calibrating the interface function correctly as
described, to ensure that the transmitter delivers the gas concentration at
the output again.

Press [ u ] key, to access the function: CALIBR. 4-20 mA
Inhibit alarms at central controller, confirm decision with "yes" (Y) ALARM DISABLED ?
Y/N
Press [ u ] key: MEASURE REAL
VALUE AT X2 !

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Remove cover of the transmitter, see page 12.

Measure voltage across measuring points X2.
Conversion to current: I = UX2 10
X2
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mV
Acknowledge message. 40 mV REAL VALUE

Press [ u ] key: 42.7
Enter measured voltage acknowledge entry NEW CALIBRATION-
Press [ u ] key: FACTOR STORED !
Acknowledge message 40 mV VALUE OK ?
Press [ u ] key: Y/ N
Confirm the value
Press [ u ] key: 200 mV REAL VALUE
196.2
Enter measured voltage acknowledge entry
Press [ u ] key: NEW CALIBRATION-
FACTOR STORED !
Acknowledge message.
Press [ u ] key: 200 mV VALUE OK ?
Y/N
Confirm the value
Press [ u ] key:
Enable alarms at central controller, confirm decision with "yes" (Y). ALARM ENABLED ?
Press [ u ] key: Y/N
Display software-specic information

This function contains all information related to the transmitter software:
part number, version number and check sum.

Press [ u ] key to access the function. SOFTWARE-INFO
Press [ u ] key to display the part number, version number and check sum, e.g.: 8315123 REV. 1.0
CHECKSUM : 12345 !

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Testing the display

This function is used to check each pixel of the LC-display.

DISPLAY TEST
Press [ u ] key to access the function:
Press [ u ] key to obtain informations how to start and end the display test: DISPLAY TEST
ON: ENTER OFF: ESC
Press [ u ] key to observe the alternatively activated pixels of the display.
Faulty pixels can by identified.
Display test keeps being activated until [ESC] key is pressed.
Press [ESC] key to end the function.

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Conguration Menu
The conguration menu contains all functions which are necessary to congure
the transmitter to application specic requirements. (Menu Structure, page 32).
Changing gas conguration

This function is used to change gas type, engineering units and measuring range.
Engineering units and the measuring range can be set to any value within the
specied limits
When changing the engineering unit between % LEL and a volumetric unit
(% by vol. or ppm) without recalibrating the sensitivity, a conversion factor is used,
see table below:
Gas type Conversion factor 1) Adjustment range
Methane 4.4 % by vol. corresponds to 100 % LEL 4.4 5.0 % by vol.
Ethene 2.3 % by vol. corresponds to 100 % LEL 2.3 2.7 % by vol.
Propane 1.7 % by vol. corresponds to 100 % LEL 1.7 2.1 % by vol.
1) EN 61779-1, addendum A
When this conversion factor cannot be used (e.g. for measuring fuel in the propane
gas category), the sensitivity must be recalibrated after changing the engineering
unit.
Enter conversion factor for the gas to be measured (e.g. 2.3 % by vol. for ethene). 100 % LEL = ?:
2.30
Especially if high gas or vapour concentrations should be monitored, it is
recommended to recalibrate sensitivity after the range has been changed.
When changing the gas type all temperature coefcients and the check sum must
be changed accordingly, otherwise the linearization of the detector signal will not
work properly. Then, zero point and sensitivity must be calibrated.
If the temperature coefcients and the check sums do not correspond to the gas
type, the transmitter will go into error.

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When changing the gas type, the following steps must be taken:
1 Switch calibration signal on, page 40
2 Change gas configuration, page 48
3 Change temperature coefficient, page 50
4 Calibrate zero point, page 37
5 Calibrate sensitivity, page 38
6 Switch calibration signal off, page 40.
This procedure will prevent incorrect values on the analog output.
Select function. CONFIGURATION:

GAS CONFIGURATION:
Press [ u ] key, to access the function.
The current configuration is displayed, e.g.: CONFIG.: 100 % LEL
METHANE
Press [ u ] key,
Gas ?
ETHENE
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select the gas type (e.g. ETHENE)
Press [ u ] key. MEASUREMENT UNIT ?
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select the engineering unit (e.g. VOL.%) VOL. %
Press [ u ] key. MEASUREMENT RANGE ?
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] keys to set the measurement range (e.g. 2.3 % by vol.): 2.3
Press [ u ] key, to confirm the gas type with "yes" (Y): CONFIG. OK ?
ETHENE Y/ N
Press [ u ] key, confirm the measuring range and engineering unit with "yes" (Y): CONFIG. OK ?
2.3 VOL. % Y/N
Press [ u ] key: NEW CONFIGURATION
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Entering temperature coefcients A0 to A2 and their check sums

IR Ex HC transmitter: CONFIGURATION:
This function is only used by DrgerServiceafter sensor replacement. TEMP-COEFFICIENT
All other transmitters:
This function is used after changing the gas type or sensor replacement. The
temperature coefcients A0, A1 and A2 and the check sum have to be entered. The
temperature coefcients A0 to A2 and the check sum must match with the gas type.
Faulty operation will occur when this is not the case. The temperature coefcients
and check sum for the different gas types can be found on the label on the side of
the sensor.
Ex-Sensor Polytron IR 68 08 XXX

Drger Safety
Fabr.Nr.
Methan: 6 / +16 / +2 / 2032
Ethen: 47 / +22 / +2 / 2006
Propan: +15 / 7 / +2 / 2009
Temperature coefficient A0 Check sum
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Temperature coefficient A1 Temperature coefficient A2

Press [ u ] key, to access the function. TEMP-COEFFICIENT
The current temperature coefficient A0 is displayed, e.g.: COEFFICIENT A0 ?
Enter appropriate value A0 for the gas type, see label on the side of the sensor. 6
Press [ u ] key, to accept value and to display the current temperature coefficient
A1, e.g.: COEFFICIENT A1 ?
Enter appropriate value A1 for the gas type, see label on the side of the sensor. +16
Press [ u ] key, to accept value and to display the current temperature coefficient
A2t, e.g.: COEFFICIENT A2 ?
Enter appropriate value A2 for the gas type, see label on the side of the sensor. +2
Press [ u ] key, to accept value and to display the check sum, e.g.: TC-CHECKSUM ?
Enter apropriate check sum for the gas type, see label on the side of the sensor. 2032
Press [ u ] key, to display the new values, e.g.: INPUT CORRECT ?
Press [ u ] key, to confirm the values with "yes" (Y). 6 +16 +2 2032 Y / N

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Conguring fault signal

This function is used to congure the fault signal of the transmitters analog output.
Depending on the fault signal also the calibration signal and the warning signal is
changed.
Fault 3 mA (default setting):

A transmitter fault is indicated by a current of 3 mA.
The calibration signal is 1-Hz-pulsed signal between 2 and 5 mA.
Fault 1 mA:
A transmitter fault is indicated by a current of 1 0.2 mA.
The calibration signal is a constant current of 3 0.2 mA.
After having congured the fault signal the warning signal is always switched off and
has to be switched on or newly congured if necessary (see page 54).

Press [ u ] key to access function: FAULT SIGNAL
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select the setting 1 MA or 3 MA: FAULT SIGNAL ?
1 MA
Press [ u ] key to save the new selected setting. WARNING SIGNAL
Additionally there will be a hint that the warning signal is now switched off. OFF !
Conguring zero clamping (positive values)

This function is used to enter a zero clamping (positive values) in cases where a
small background concentration is present which could cause a noisy zero signal.
The clamping can be changed in steps of 1 % between 0 and 5 % of full scale (FS).
The default setting is 0 % meaning the zero clmping is switched off.

ZERO CLAMPING
Press [ u ] key, to access the function and display the current configuration, e.g.: ZERO CLAMPING
2 % FS = ZERO
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select a value for the zero clamping, display e.g.: ZERO CLAMPING
1 % FS = ZERO
Press [ u ] key to save the new value, display: ZERO CLAMPING
STORED

Menu Navigation
Changing password for the maintenance menu

This function is used to change the password for the MAINTENANCE menu.
The default setting is "1".
If the default password has been changed, but it got lost:

Call DrgerService.

PASSWORD MAINTEN.
The current password is displayed, e.g.: PASSWORD ?
1
Enter a new password of up to six characters using the cursor keys, e.g.: PASSWORD ?
DAVID
Press [ u ] key, to save the new password.
Changing password for conguration menu

This function is used to change the password for the CONFIGURATION menu.
The default setting is "2".
If the default password has been changed, but it got lost:

Call DrgerService.

PASSWORD CONFIG.
The current password is displayed, e.g.: PASSWORD ?
2
Enter a new password of up to six characters using the cursor keys, e.g.: PASSWORD ?
PAUL
Press [ u ] key, to save the new password.

Menu Navigation
Changing the language

This function is used to change the language of the menu-dialog.
The following languages are available: German, English, French and Spanish.

LANGUAGE
The current language setting is displayed, e.g.: LANGUAGE ?
ENGLISH
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select a different language, display e.g.: SPRACHE ?
DEUTSCH
Press [ u ] key, to accept the selected language.
Switching measured value display on and off

This function is used to switch the display of the actual gas concentration, in
measurement mode, "ON" or "OFF".
When the display of the actual gas concentration is switched off, the display will only
read the engineering units and the type of gas. Only the display of the actual gas
concentration is suppressed.
This has no inuence on the analog output.

DISPLAY
Press [ u ] key, to access the function and display the current configuration, e.g.: DISPLAY ?
ON
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select "ON" or "OFF". DISPLAY ?
OFF
Press [ u ] key to accept the selection.

Menu Navigation
Conguring warning signal

This function is used to congure the warning signal on the analog output.
The following types can be selected:
OFF
No warning signal on the analog output (default setting).
Depending on the conguration of the fault signal the following warning signals
can be selected:
Fault signal 1 mA:

2 mA every 10 s
When a warning condition has been recognized periodically the actual
concentration is output for 10 seconds followed by a constant current of 2 0.2 mA
for 3 seconds.
2 mA steady
When a warning condition has been recognized a current of 2 0.2 mA is output.
Fault signal 3 mA:

Calsignal every 10 s
When a warning condition has been recognized periodically the actual
concentration is output for 10 seconds followed by the calibration signal for
3 seconds (the calibration signal is a 1-Hz-pulsed signal between 2 and 5 mA).

WARNINGS
Press [ u ] key to access the function and display the current setting, e.g.:
WARNING SIGNAL ?
OFF
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select a setting:
Press [ u ] key to save the new selected setting. WARNING SIGNAL ?
CALSIGNAL EVERY 10 S

Menu Navigation
Conguring a special gas name

When calibrating for target gases other than methane, propane or ethene, the gas
name can be changed in the display with the assistance of this function.

SPECIAL GAS NAME
Press [ u ] key.
Use the [ q ] or [ l ] key to select DEFAULT GAS NAME or

SPECIAL GAS NAME .
DEFAULT GAS NAME reactivates the default text (methane, propane or GAS NAME ?
ethene). DEFAULT GAS NAME
A name of up to 11 characters can be input under SPECIAL GAS NAME . GAS NAME ?
SPECIAL GAS NAME
On completion of input, press [ u ] key. SPECIAL GAS NAME ?
BUTADIENE
The message SPECIAL GAS NAME ENABLED! appears. SPECIAL GAS NAME ?
ENABLED !

Technical Data
Technical Data
Overview
See page 5 for adjustable full scale of measuring range.
Transmitter type Linearity and temperature compensation Digital display resolution
IR Ex und IR Ex IL congurable: 0.1 % LEL
1 Methane 0.01 % vol. or 10 ppm
IR Ex ES 2 Ethene
3 Propane (also for other gases and vapours,
such as butane and ethane)
IR Ex HC 1 Propane 0.1 % LEL
IR Ex FP, IR Ex FP IL 1 Propane 0.1 % LEL or 10 ppm
Signal transfer to central controller

Measurement current: 4 to 22 mA
Exceeding measuring range: 20 to 22 mA
Transmitter fault: 3 mA 1)
Calibration signal: between 2 and 5 mA, 1 Hz modulation 1)
Options which can be selected:
Warning: 3-second calibration signal every 10 seconds 1)
Electrical data
Operating voltage: 13 V to 30 V
Power input: 4 W (IR Ex HC: <2 W)
Cable entry: Pg 13.5 cable diameter 6 to 12 mm
Wire cross-section: 0.5 to 1.5 mm2
Weightt
Transmitter: 1.9 kg (IR Ex IL: 3.5 kg)
Display unit: 1.0 kg
Junction box: 0.3 kg
Hand-held terminal: 0.35 kg
IR Ex IL, optical system

Connection to the optical system: 2 x 1/2" NPT female thread
1 x G 3/4
thread length 15 mm
Burst pressure: 3000 hPa
Maximum permissible difference in pressure
between interior of the optical system and
ambient pressure: 300 hPa
Leakage: 5 . 105 mL/hPa/s
1)
factory setting

Technical Data
Environmental parameters
during operation IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex IL: 25 to 65 oC 1)
IR Ex HC: 25 to 50 oC
700 to 1300 hPa 2)
IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex IL: 0 to 100 % r.h. (non condensing)
IR Ex HC: 0 to 95 % r.h.
during storage 40 to 65 oC
700 to 1300 hPa
IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex IL: 0 to 100 % r.h.
IR Ex HC: 0 to 95 % r.h.
Classication: IP 65
Approval:
Transmitter: II 2G EEx me [ib] d IIB + H2 T4
40 oC Ta +65 oC
DMT 02 ATEX E 178 X
CE marking with notied body No.
Year of construction by serial number3)
Ex me [ib] d IIB + H2 T4
20 oC Ta +55 oC
IECEx BVS 05.0007
Display unit: II 2G EEx ib IIC T4

40 oC Ta +65 oC
DMT 02 ATEX E 178 X
Ex ib IIC T4
40 oC Ta +65 oC
IECEx BVS 05.0007
Operating device: II 2G EEx ib IIC T4

40 oC Ta +65 oC
DMT 02 ATEX E 178 X
Ex ib IIC T4
40 oC Ta +65 oC
IECEx BVS 05.0007
CE marking: Electromagnetic compatibility (Directive 89/336/EEC)

The maximum error is < twice repeatability at zero point in frequency
range 1 GHz.
1)
For ethene measuring ranges: max. 50 oC. Warm-up time at temperatures between 20 and 25 oC: approx. 2 hours. No display function at
temperatures below 20 oC.
2)
The technical data are valid for climatic pressure changes of 30 hPa.
3)
The year of construction is indicated by the third letter of the serial number on the type plate: S = 2002, T = 2003, U = 2004,
W = 2005, X = 2006, Y = 2007, Z = 2008, A = 2009, B = 2010, C = 2011, etc.
Example: serial number ARSH-0054, the third letter is S, so the year of construction is 2002.

Technical Data
Transmitter performance IR Ex and IR Ex IL

Type of gas Methane Propane Ethene 1)
Full scale of range 20 % LEL 100 % LEL 100 % by vol. 100 % LEL 100 % LEL
Concentration of calibration gas 10 % LEL 50 % LEL 54 % by vol. 50 % LEL 54 % LEL
Values in % LEL % LEL % by vol. % LEL % LEL
Linearity error, max.: 2.0 0.9 4.0 1.8 1.6
Repeatability (DIN 1319)
zero point: 1.0 1.0 0.2 0.15 0.5
calibration gas: 1.0 1.0 0.4 0.2 1.0
Long-term drift, 6 months
zero point errors, max.: 0.1 0.3 0.1 0.1 1.2
calibration gas errors, max.: 0.1 4.5 0.4 0.6 4.4
Effect of temperature (25 to +55 oC)
Errors with respect to 20 oC, max.:
zero point: 1.4 1.0 1.0 1.0 13.0
calibration gas: 2.6 4.5 7.0 2) 3.0 14.0
Effect of pressure (950 to 1100 hPa)
Errors with respect to 1013 hPa, max.:
zero point: 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1
calibration gas: 1.2 4.5 4.2 2.3 2.8
Effect of humidity (5 to 95 % r.h., 40 oC),
Errors with respect to 55 % r.h., max.:
zero point: 0.8 0.6 0.1 0.3 3.8 3)
calibration gas: 1.7 1.3 0.7 1.7 1.9 3)
1)
not evaluated in the 1st supplement to EC type test certicate DMT 02 ATEX E 0178X.
2) for 15 oC to +55 oC; below 15 oC: < 11.0 (display increase).
3)
When delivered, the transmitter is preset for the effect of humidity in the gas type "ethene". This compensation can be performed again when
the sensor has been exchanged or the transmitter recongured to ethene.
However, since this calibration has to be carried out with dry calibration gas from gas cylinders, a transient fault message (error code 16) may
occur after exiting the calibration menu when calibrating the zero point in the gas type "ethene". This error message disappears within the
response time of the transmitter.
Due to the humidity compensation in this measuring range, the exposure to dry calibration gas will result in a display possibly deviating from
the true concentration value by 5 % LEL.
The following measurement data still apply to the measuring ranges and gases listed:
IR Ex: Effect of ow up to 6 m/s no effect
IR Ex: Response time at 25 oC:
Flow rate: in still air in moving air 1)

0 m/s >1 m/s
t50 t90 t90
without dust lter <5s <6s <3s
with dust lter < 23 s < 52 s < 15 s
with dust lter and splash guard < 36 s < 110 s < 30 s
1) not evaluated in the 1st supplement to EC type test certicate DMT 02 ATEX E 0178X

Technical Data
IR Ex IL: Response time at 25 oC:
Volume ow Time t50 Time t90 Volume ow Time t50 Time t90
0.1 L/min 35 s 97 s 1 L/min 10 s 17 s
0.2 L/min 24 s 68 s 3 L/min 9s 12 s
0.3 L/min 20 s 51 s 5 L/min 8s 11 s
0.4 L/min 16 s 35 s 10 L/min 7s 10 s
0.5 L/min 13 s 26 s

Technical Data
Transmitter performance IR Ex ES
(not evaluated in the 1st supplement to EC type test certicate DMT 02 ATEX E 0178X).
Type of gas Methane Propane Ethene
Full scale of range 100 % LEL 10 % by vol. 100 % LEL 10 % by vol. 100 % LEL 10 % by vol.
Concentration of calibration gas 50 % LEL 10 % by vol. 50 % LEL 10 % by vol. 50 % LEL 10 % by vol.
Values in % LEL % by vol. % LEL % by vol. % LEL % by vol.
Linearity error, max.: 3.0 2.0 3.0
zero point: 1.0 0.5 1.0
calibration gas: 1.0 0.2 1.0 0.7 2.0 0.3
zero point errors, max.: 0.5 1.0 1.0
calibration gas errors, max.: 5.0 7.0 8.0 0.5
zero point: 1) 0.1 0.1 0.1
calibration gas: *) 0.5 0.1 0.3 0.03 0.1 0.01
Effect of pressure (950 to 1100 hPa)
Errors with respect to 1013 hPa, max.:
zero point: 0.1 0.1 0.1
calibration gas: 5.0 5.0 3.0
Effect of humidity (5 to 95 % r.h., 40 oC),
Errors with respect to 55 % r.h., max.:
zero point: 1.5 2.0 2.0
calibration gas: 5.0 4.0 5.0
Response time t90 at 25 oC:
without dust filter < 3 s in moving air (> 1 m/s), < 5 s in still air
with dust filter: < 15 s in moving air (>1 m/s), <30 s in still air
with dust filter and splash guard: < 30 s in moving air (>1 m/s), <60 s in still air
Effect of ow up to 6 m/s: no effect
1) gures per Kelvin

Technical Data
Transmitter performance IR Ex FP and IR Ex FP IL

(not evaluated in the 1st supplement to EC type test certicate
DMT 02 ATEX E 0178X).
The transmitter performance corresponds to that of IR Ex or IR Ex IL for the
measuring range 0 to 100 % LEL propane, except for the response time:
Response time at 25 oC and gas change without delay:
t50 420 ms
t90 950 ms
Transmitter performance IR Ex HC
(not evaluated in the 1st supplement to EC type test certicate
DMT 02 ATEX E 0178X).
Gas type Propane
Full scale of measuring range 100 % LEL
Linearity error, max.: 4.0 % LEL
zero point: 0.8 % LEL
50 % LEL: 1.0 % LEL
zero point errors, max.: 1.0 % LEL / month
errors at 50 % LEL, max.: 2.0 % LEL / month
zero point: 0.05 % LEL / K
50 % LEL: 0.1 % LEL / K
Effect of pressure, max.
at 950 to 1100 hPa: 0.1 % of measured value / hPa
Effect of humidity, max.
at 0 to 95 % r.h., 40 oC:
zero point: 0.01 % LEL / % r.h.
50 % LEL: 0.02 % LEL / % r.h.
Response time t90 at 25 oC <45 s
Effect of ow up to 6 m/s: no effect

Technical Data
Cross sensitivities
(not evaluated in the 1st supplement to EC type test certicate DMT 02 ATEX E
0178X).
IR Ex HC cross sensitivities
when calibrated with propane
The values shown in the table are approximate values. The table does not claim to be
complete. The sensor may also be sensitive to other gases. Concentration of target-
gas 50 % LEL.
Gas / Vapour Chemical symbol Display in
% LEL propane1)
Acetone (CH3)2CO < 10
Benzene C6H12 <2
Butadiene CH2CHCHCH2 <4
Ethene C2 H4 <4
Ethine C2 H2 <1
Ethyl acetate CH3COOC2H5 < 25
Methane CH4 < 16
Methylethylketone CH3COC2H5 < 25
Toluene C6H5CH3 < 10
Xylene C6H4(CH3)2 < 17
1) Effect on measured values in mixtures with hydrocarbons (e.g. in ambient air) proportional to
displacement (partial pressure measurement).
Measuring, using cross sensitivities (IR Ex HC)

for calibration with propane
The displayed values may differ by 10 %.
For calibration with the target gas or vapour a higher linearity error is to be observed.
Concentration of calibration gas 50 % LEL.
Gas / Vapour Chemical symbol Display in
% LEL propane
i-Butane (CH3)3CH 66
n-Butane C4H10 56
Cyclohexane C6H12 49
Cyclopentane C5H10 57
Dimethyl ether (CH3)2O 65
Acetic acid CH3COOH 87
Ethane C2 H6 41
Ethanol C2H5OH 51
n-Heptane C7H16 55
n-Hexane C6H14 39
Methanol CH3OH 50
Nonane C9 H2 0 41
Octane C8H18 46
Pentane C5H12 51
Propane C3 H8 50
i-Propanol (CH3)2CHOH 38
n-Propanol C3H7OH 47

Technical Data
IR Ex ES cross sensitivities
when calibrated with propane
The values shown in the table are approximate values and may deviate by 30 %.
The table does not claim to be complete. The sensor may also be sensitive to other
gases. Concentration of target gas 20 % LEL.
The conversion factors between % by vol. and LEL used in the tables are listed on
page 48.
Gas / Vapour Chemical symbol Display of Polytron
IR Ex ES in % LEL
Acetone CH3COCH3 12
Benzene C6 H6 11
Ethene C2 H4 8
Ethanol C2H5OH 31
Ethylacetate CH3COOC2H5 25
Hexane C6H14 15
i-Propanol (CH3)2CHOH 23
Methane CH4 19
Methanol CH3OH 47
Methylethylketone CH3COC2H5 17
Pentane C5H12 23
Propane C3 H8 20
Toluene C6H5CH3 15
o-Xylene C6H4(CH3)2 13
Process application
Not IR Ex IL transmitter!
Using the transmitter in a process applications continuous exposure to high
concentrations with certain hydrocarbons: on request.

Technical Data
Measuring other hydrocarbons

DrgerService offers cross-calibration with standard calibration gases to calibrate the Polytron transmitter IR Ex or IR Ex IL for
vaporous substances. The response times for vapours of solvents may deviate from the values listed in the Technical Data when
a dust lter is used, when the values may be considerably higher.
Gas / vapour Chemical LEL Type of Cross- Concentration Value for Linearity
to be monitored symbol in % gas / calibration of cross-calibr. cross cali- tolerance
by congura- gas gas given in bration up to 50 %
vol. tion % by vol. given in LEL given
% LEL in % LEL
Acetone CH3COCH3 2.5 Ethene Methane 1.99 33.7 3
2-Butanone (MEK) CH3COC2H5 1.8 Propane Propane 0.38 53.2 3
i-Butane (CH3)3CH 1.3 Propane Propane 0.85 65.0 4
n-Butene C4H10 1.4 Propane Propane 0.85 50.9 4
n-Butene C4 H8 1.6 Propane Propane 0.48 52.6 4
n-Butyl acetate CH3COOC4H10 1.3 Propane Propane 0.48 42.7 3
Cyclohexane C6H12 1.2 Propane Propane 0.38 33.5 8
Cyclopentane C5H10 1.4 Propane Propane 0.85 46.2 4
Dimethyl ether CH3OCH3 2.7 Propane Propane 0.85 37.1 3
Ethanol C2H5OH 3.1 Propane Propane 0.85 44.6 2
Ethyl acetate CH3COOC2H5 2.2 Propane Propane 0.38 47.5 4
Methanol CH3OH 5.5 Propane Propane 0.85 35.2 2
Methyl-i-butyl ketone (CH3)2CHCH2COCH3 1.2 Propane Propane 0.48 46.5 3
n-Octane C8H18 0.8 Propane Propane 0.85 57.4 4
n-Pentane C5H12 1.4 Propane Propane 0.85 43.6 4
i-Propanol (CH3)2CHOH 2.0 Propane Propane 0.85 70.2 1
Propene C3 H6 2.0 Propane Propane 0.29 57.0 5
Toluene C6H5CH3 1.1 Ethene Methane 1.99 40.3 4
Xylene C6H5(CH3)2 1.0 Propane Propane 0.29 59.7 7
1)
Actrel 1156 Hydrocarbon compound 0.6 Propane Propane 0.85 3
1)
Actrel 3356 D Hydrocarbon compound 0.6 Propane Propane 0.85 3
Shellsol TK Hydrocarbon compound 0.6 Propane Propane 0.85 1) 3
1)
The Polytron IR Ex IL transmitters for monitoring of the three hydrocarbon compounds listed are special versions where the cross-calibration
values for each instance of the three hydrocarbon compounds are shown on an additional sticker on the sensor.
Explanation of Table Contents

The lower explosion limits (LEL) quoted are based on standard EN 617791, addendum A (2000 edition).
To cross-calibrate the transmitter to the substance shown in column 1 of the table:
Change the configuration of the gas type according to column 4 see Changing gas configuration, page 48.
First calibrate zero point, page 34, then calibrate sensitivity, page 38.
The gas to be used for cross calibration must have a concentration as listed in columns 5 and 6. Enter the value for cross
calibration listed in column 7 instead of the actual concentration. The concentration gas may not deviate by more than 5 %
from the concentration listed in column 6. The value for cross calibration in column 7 must be adapted with the same relative
deviation. Example: Cross calibration to dimethyl ether with 0.88 % by vol. propane corrected value for cross calibration =
0.88 divided by 0.85 multiplied by 37.1 = 38.4 % LEL
In comparison to the information in the chapter "Technical Data" the linearity error will be higher the values listed in column
8 are applicable to the range of up to 50 % LEL.
In case that alarm thresholds should be set beyond 50 % LEL, cross calibration is no longer permissible.
Cross calibration for other gases and vapours available upon request.

Technical Data
Dimensions
Polytron IR Ex and IR Ex ES transmitters
145
120 103
106
152
120
82
225
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Technical Data
Polytron IR Ex IL transmitter
145
120 112
154
D Polytron IR Ex
120
82
ESC
200
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174

Technical Data
Polytron IR Ex HC transmitter
120
106
152
120
82
205
103
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145

Technical Data
Polytron IR Ex display unit
106
152
120
170
82
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120 103
Polytron IR junction box
68
108
45
95
75
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Measurement Principle
The Polytron IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex IL and IR Ex HC transmitters are suitable for the
measurement of the concentration of hydrocarbons in ambient air, by the absorption
of infra-red radiation.
Infra-red technology is distinguished from other sensing techniques by:

Accuracy of display for concentrations above the lower explosion limit
(not IR Ex HC),
reduced maintenance requirements because of increased long-term stability,
fail safe,
not influence of changing flow,
not influence of polymerizing and/or corrosive substances and catalytic poisons
measurement sensitivity unimpaired in low-oxygen and/or oxygen-free mixtures,
no sensitivity to ethine, hydrogen and carbon disulphide.
The microprocessor technology allows:

Recognition of transmitter faults and warnings via the display and analog output,
special calibration mode to suppress alarms in the central controller during
maintenance work (one-man calibration),
temperature compensation instead of energy consuming thermostats,
engineering unit to be displayedcan be selected (not IR Ex HC),
measuring range selectable (not IR Ex HC).
IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex IL:

The ambient air to be monitored diffuses into the optical system. An infra-red light
source produces a broad band of modulated radiation (visible part of the light can
be seen as a blinking light). The radiation passes three times through the optical
system, and is focused on to the detectors through the outlet window. Two spherical
mirrors ensure an auto-focussing optical path. In order to prevent condensation of
humidity the mirrors are heated.
Hydrocarbons in the gas mixture in the optical system air cause the radiation to be
absorbed at the measuring wave length and, therefore, the intensity is reduced at the
detector. The stability of the zero point is guaranteed by a reference detector which
compensates the effects of build-up of deposit on the mirrors and windows as well
as possible uctuations of intensity in the infra-red light source.
Operating principle
1 Infrared light source
2 Reference detector 1 2
3 Interference filter
4 Measuring detector 3
5 Beam splitter
6 Mirror
7 Sample gas
4
5
6 7 6
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IR Ex HC:
The ambient air to be monitored diffuses or is pumped into the optical system. A
replaceable dust lter protects the optical system against dust and dirt. From the
infra-red source broad-banded radiation passes through a window into the optical
system, is reected on the spherical mirror and focused, passes through another
window and hits a beam splitter. The radiation transmitted by the beam splitter
passes through a narrow-band interference lter, (measuring wavelength) into the
measuring detector.
The radiation reected by the beam splitter passes through another interference
lter (reference wavelength) into the reference detector.
Hydrocarbons in the gas mixture in the optical system cause the radiation to be
absorbed at the measuring wave length and, therefore, the intensity is reduced at the
detector. The stability of the zero point is guaranteed by a reference detector which
compensates the effects of build-up of deposit on the mirrors and windows as well
as possible uctuations of intensity in the infra-red light source.
Operating principle
1 Infrared source 4
2 Window
3 Cuvette
4 Mirror
5 Window
6 Beam splitter
7 Measurement filter 3 5
8 Measurement detector
9 Reference filter 9
10 Reference detector 2
10
1 7
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Order List
Order List
Name and description Order-Nr.
IR Ex Polytron transmitter 83 16 030
with built-in display and keypad
IR Ex NDF Polytron transmitter 83 16 031
without display and keypad,
with cable inlet for remote display unit
IR Ex NDH Polytron transmitter 83 16 032
with plug connector for hand-held terminal
IR Ex IL Polytron transmitter 83 16 053

IR Ex IL NDF Polytron transmitter 83 16 054
IR Ex IL NDH Polytron transmitter 83 16 055
IR Ex ES Polytron transmitter 83 16 060

IR Ex ES NDF Polytron transmitter 83 16 061
IR Ex ES NDH Polytron transmitter 83 16 062
IR Ex FP Polytron transmitter 83 16 057

IR Ex FP IL Polytron transmitter 83 16 052

IR Ex HC Polytron transmitter 83 16 034

IR Ex HC NDF Polytron transmitter 83 16 035
IR Ex HC NDH Polytron transmitter 83 16 036

Order List
Name and description Order-Nr.

IR Ex display unit 83 16 033
with cable inlet
IR junction box 83 12 596
IR hand-held terminal 83 12 580
Accessories
Splash guard (IR Ex, IR Ex ES) 68 08 671
Protective screen for sensor (IR Ex, IR Ex ES) 68 08 906
Cable gland for second connecting cable 83 11 370
(for 13 to 15 mm cable diameter)
Cable gland for second connecting cable 83 16 563
(for 6 to 12 mm cable diameter)
Calibration accessories
Calibration adapter (IR Ex, IR Ex ES) 68 08 667
Adapter (stainless steel) IR Ex HC (for calibration) 68 09 240
Calibration adapter (IR Ex HC) 68 06 978
Replacement parts
Dust lter (IR Ex, IR Ex ES) 68 08 516
Filter disc (IR Ex HC) 68 09 241
packing qty. 10

EC-Type Examination Certicate DMT 02 ATEX E 178X




IECEx - Approval
IECEx - Approval

IECEx - Approval

IECEx - Approval

IECEx - Approval

Declaration of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity

Index
Index
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 72
Adjust pre-amplification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
After connecting electrical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Air movement/draft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Analog Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Calibrating analog output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Calibrating sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Calibrating zero point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Calibration accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Calibration interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Calibration signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CE marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Changing gas configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Changing password for the configuration menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Changing password for the maintenance menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Changing the engineering unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Changing the gas type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Changing the language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Classification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Cleaning the optical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Configuration Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 48
Configuring a special gas name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Configuring status signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Configuring the calibration signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Configuring warning signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Configuring zero clamping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Connect versions with 4 wires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting the transmitter to the central controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting transmitter and IR junction box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connecting transmitter and remote IR Ex display unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting tubing for remote calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Conversion factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Cross sensitivities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Cursor keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Density of gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Display errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Display sensor temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Display software-specific information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Display warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Dust filter and splash guard fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Dust filter, removed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Index
EC-Type Examination Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Electrical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Enter key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Entering decisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Entering Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Entering Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Entering password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Entering temperature coefficients A0 to A2 and their check sums . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Environmental parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 42, 43
Escape key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Factory installed dust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Fitting splash guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
For Your Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Gas inlet in diffusion operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Group of maintenance functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Groups of substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Handling Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Infra-red technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Initial Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Installation for diffusion operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installation for flow operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installation point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installation with inflexible tube connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing gas path for calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Instrument fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Maintenance Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Maintenance opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Maintenance plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Measurement Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Measuring other hydrocarbons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Measuring ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Microprocessor technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Models differ from the IR Ex and IR ExIL versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Mounting IR Ex display unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Mounting IR junction box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Mounting to a wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Index
NPT pipe connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operating Functions for Maintenance and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Operating principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Operating voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Order List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Password for CONFIGURATION menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 34

Password for MAINTENANCE menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 34
Place to mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Possible error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Possible warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Power input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Process application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Protective screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Removing cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Removing dust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Replacing dust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Setting 4 to 20 mA analog interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Setting H2O offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Signal transfer to central controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Special gas name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Special symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Status signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Switching measured value display on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Transmitter performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Versions with 4 wires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Zero clamping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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EC-Type Examination Certificate DMT 02 ATEX E 178X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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For Your Safety

Use in areas subject to explosion hazards

Liability for proper function or damage

Drger Safety AG & Co. KGaA

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Possible conguration for groups of substances:

Measuring ranges may be selected without restrictions.

Transmitter type Methane Ethene (Ethylene) Propane

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The transmitter is not intended for use in corrosive atmospheres, particularly

Transmitter with measurement function for explosion protection according

Measuring range 0 to 100 % by vol. methane:

Measuring range 0 to 20 % LEL methane:

In conjunction with a central controller (such as Polytron):

The transmitter uses state-of-the-art microprocessor technology and infra-red

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EC type test certicate in accordance with Directive 94/9/EC

Display box: Drger Safety, D-23560 Lbeck, Germany

Hand held terminal: Drger Safety, D-23560 Lbeck, Germany

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Differentiation of the transmitter Polytron IR *

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Transmitter IR Ex ... Standard

ESC ESC ESC

Transmitter IR Ex ... NDF

Polytron IR Ex Polytron IR Ex Polytron IR Ex

ESC ESC ESC

for transmitters which are not easily accessible to the operator.

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Transmitter IR Ex ... NDH

Transmitter IR Ex ... NDF

D Polytron IR D Polytron IR D Polytron IR

ESC ESC ESC

for transmitters which are not easily accessible to the operator.

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Observe the regulations concerning electrical equipment in potentially explosive

Mount in a place where there is little vibration and minimum changes of

Transmitter IR Ex, IR Ex ES, IR Ex HC

Pay attention to density of gas!

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Installation of NPT pipe connections

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Installation with hard pipe connections

Installation for in-line operation

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1 Attach to holding plate using appropriate spacers.

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Mounting IR Ex display unit

Mounting IR junction box

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Remarks concerning the cable glands:

Connecting the transmitter to the central controller

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Connecting transmitter and remote IR Ex display unit

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