MA 028 Hydran M2 X Installation Guide Rev2.2

Hydran* M2-X
Transformer Gas Monitoring System
Installation Guide
GE Grid Solutions (UK) Ltd

Lissue Industrial Estate East, Unit 1, 7 Lissue Walk,
Lisburn, United Kingdom BT28 2LU
Email: GA.support@ge.com
MA-028 Rev. 2.2, 25-Feb-21
Web: www.gegridsolutions.com/MD.htm
Hydran* M2-X Installation Guide
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Contents
Copyright Notice and Proprietary Rights ..................................................................... 2
Trademark Notices ....................................................................................................... 2
Customer Service ......................................................................................................... 2
1 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION ...................................................................5
Safety Warnings In Six Languages ........................................................................ 5

[EN] (in English) WARNINGS: .................................................................. 5
[FR] (in French) ATTENTION: .................................................................. 5
[ES] (in Spanish) ADVERTENCIA: ............................................................. 5
[DE] (in German) WARNUNG: ................................................................ 6
[IT] (in Italian) ATTENZIONE: .................................................................. 6
[SV] (in Swedish) VARNING: ................................................................... 6
1.2 Safety Symbols Description.................................................................................. 7
1.3 Preface ................................................................................................................. 7
1.4 Standard GE Warranty ......................................................................................... 8
2 GENERAL CAUTIONS & WARNINGS .......................................................... 11
3 INSTALLATION ...................................................................................... 17
Mounting Locations of the Hydran M2-X .......................................................... 17

Tools for installation .......................................................................................... 19
Supplied with the Hydran M2-X ........................................................... 19
To be supplied by the installer ............................................................. 20
3.3 Mounting the Hydran M2-X on a Valve ............................................................. 22
Installing the Cables ........................................................................................... 27
Installing the Cable Conduits and Gland Fittings ................................. 27
4 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION .................................................................. 33
User Interface Overview .................................................................................... 33

Setting the Date and Time ................................................................................. 34
Testing the Sensor.............................................................................................. 35
Setting Gas Level Alarm Parameters .................................................................. 36
Setting Moisture Level Alarm Parameters ......................................................... 37
Setting the Network Communication Parameters ............................................ 39
Setting the Optional Analog Input Parameters ................................................. 41
Setting the Optional Analog Output Parameters .............................................. 45
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Installing the Cover ............................................................................................ 47

Commissioning .................................................................................................. 48
5 COMMUNICATIONS & NETWORKING ...................................................... 49
Forming a Local Network of Hydran M2-Xs....................................................... 49

Connecting the Hydran M2-X to Hydran 201Ci Controllers .............................. 51
Connecting the Hydran M2-X to a D25.............................................................. 52
APPENDIX A : TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE HYDRAN M2-X .................... 53
General .............................................................................................................. 53
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1 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
Safety Warnings In Six Languages
[EN] (in English) WARNINGS:
• All procedures in this manual must be strictly adhered to.
• Any deviation from these could cause irreversible damage to the transformer being
monitored and/or the Hydran M2-X, and could lead to property damage, personal
injury and/or death.
• Installation and maintenance of the Hydran M2-X must be carried out by qualified
personnel only. Please advise station operator prior to maintenance. Working inside
the Hydran M2-X may trigger unwanted alarms due to parameter changes, power
shutdown, system rebooting or electrostatic discharge.
• For a maximum distance of 15 m (50 ft) from the power source, use a 2.08 mm2 (14-
AWG) cable and an overcurrent protection.
[FR] (in French) ATTENTION:

• Toutes les procédures dans ce manuel doivent être observées rigoureusement.
• Tout écart par rapport à celles-ci pourrait causer des dommages irréversibles au
transformateur surveillé et/ou au Hydran M2-X, et pourrait entraîner des dommages
à la propriété, des blessures corporelles et/ou la mort.
• L'installation et l'entretien du Hydran M2-X doivent être effectués par du personnel
qualifié seulement. Veuillez aviser l'opérateur du poste avant l'entretien. Travailler à
l'intérieur du Hydran M2-X peut déclencher des alarmes non voulues en raison de
changements à des paramètres, d'arrêt de l'alimentation, de remise en marche du
système ou de décharge électrostatique.
• Pour une distance maximale de 15 m (50 pi) de la source d'alimentation, utiliser un
câble de 2,08 mm2 (14-AWG) et une protection contre les surintensités.
[ES] (in Spanish) ADVERTENCIA:

• Se debe cumplir estrictamente con todos los procedimientos señalados en este
manual.
• Cualquier desviación al respecto puede causar daños irreparables al transformador
que está bajo monitoreo y/o al Hydran M2-X, asimismo puede ser causa de daños
materiales, lesiones corporales y/o muerte.
• La instalación y mantenimiento del equipo Hydran M2-X se reserva únicamente al
personal perfectamente cualificado. Aconseje por favor a operador de la estación
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antes del mantenimiento. El trabajo dentro del Hydran M2-X puede accionar alarmas
indeseadas debido a los cambios del parámetro, parada de la energía, sistema que
reanuda o descarga electrostática.
• Para una distancia máxima de 15 m (50 pies) de la fuente de alimentación, utilice un
cable de 2,08 mm2 (14-AWG) y una protección contra las sobrecargas de corriente.
[DE] (in German) WARNUNG:

• Alle Abläufe in diesem Handbuch müssen strengstens befolgt werden.
• Jede Abweichung davon könnte dem zu überwachenden Transformator und/oder
dem Hydran M2-X unwiderrufliche Schäden zufügen, und könnte zu Sachschaden,
Personenverletzung und/oder Tod führen.
• Installation und Wartung des Hydran M2-X dürfen daher nur von qualifiziertem
Personal durchgeführt werden. Verständigen Sie bitte den Bediener der Schaltanlage
vor der Wartung. Das Arbeiten innerhalb des Hydran M2-X kann aufgrund von
Parameteränderungen, Spannungsabschaltung, Neubooten des Systems oder
elektrostatischer Entladung unerwartete Alarme auslösen.
• Für eine maximale Entfernung von 15 m von der Spannungsquelle, verwenden Sie
ein 2,08 mm2 Kabel (14 AWG) und ein Überstromschutz.
[IT] (in Italian) ATTENZIONE:

• Tutte le procedure del presente manuale dovranno essere eseguite in totale
conformità.
• Qualsiasi deviazione dallo stesso manuale potrebbe causare danni irreversibili al
trasformatore sotto monitoraggio e/o all’ Hydran M2-X, e potrebbe causare danni alla
proprietà, lesioni personali e/o alla morte.
• L’installazione e la manutenzione del Hydran M2-X devono essere eseguite solo ed
esclusivamente da personale qualificato. Avissare l’operatore della stazione prima di
manutenzione. Funzionando all’interno del Hydran M2-X può fare scattare degli
alarmi indesiderabili e cambiamenti dei parametri, arresto dell’alimentazione, un
“reboot” del sistema o scarico elettrostatico.
• A una distanza massima di 15 m dalla fonte di energia usare un cavo 2.08 mm2 (14-
AWG) e una protezione di sovracorrente.
[SV] (in Swedish) VARNING:

• Alla procedurer i manualen måste följas noggrant.
• Varje avvikelse från dessa procedurer kan orsaka oåterkalleliga skador på den
övervakade transformatorn och/eller på Hydran M2-X samt leda till egendomsförlust,
personskada och/eller livsfara.
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• Installation och underhåll av Hydran M2-X måste utföras av behörig personal. Råd var
god posterar operatören före underhåll. Funktionsduglig insida Hydran M2-X kan
starta oönskade parameterändringar för larm tack vare, driver avstängning,
systemomstart eller elektrostatisk urladdning.
• För ett maximalt avstånd på 15 m från kraftuttaget, använd 2,08 mm2 kabel (14-AWG)
och ett överströmsskydd.
1.2 Safety Symbols Description

Description of safety symbols used on the Hydran M2-X device:
Refer to the Instruction Manual to prevent injury or damage

to equipment.
Hazardous voltages may be present.
Protective earth connection.
Description of safety messages used in this Instruction Manual:
A procedure, practice, or condition that could cause equipment

CAUTION damage or permanent loss of data, if not adhered to.
A procedure, practice, or condition that could cause bodily

WARNING
injury or death, if not adhered to.
1.3 Preface
This manual provides an overview of the installation for the Hydran M2-X. For
complete explanations on the installation process, see Chapter 5 in the Hydran M2-X
Instruction Manual.
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The information in this manual may be used by:
− An installer
− An electrician
• All procedures in this manual must be strictly adhered to.

WARNING Any deviation from these may cause irreversible damage to
the transformer being monitored and/or the Hydran M2-X,
and may lead to property damage, personal injury and/or
death.
• Installation and maintenance of the Hydran M2-X must be
carried out by qualified personnel only.
Any visible signs of damage to the shipping packages should be reported to GE

immediately.
Please keep all documentation (model number, manuals, etc.) for reference and
warranty purposes.
A Table of Contents and a List of Figures are present at the beginning of the manual.
The Hydran M2-X Installation Guide (this manual) and the Hydran M2-X Instruction
Manual are in PDF format in the English/Manuals folder of the Hydran M2-X installation
CD. Hard copies of each manual can be purchased from GE.
1.4 Standard GE Warranty

The products covered by this manual and manufactured by GE (“Products”) are
warranted to be free from defects in material, workmanship and title at the time of
delivery. Any components of a Product or other products manufactured by persons
other than GE carry only the warranty provided by the manufacturers thereof and GE
gives no warranty on behalf of the manufacturers of such products.
GE warrants the Products seven (7) years from date of initial GE shipment, on the
condition that the product has been fully field commissioned by a date no later than 3
years after initial GE shipment, failing which the warranty shall expire 3 years after initial
GE shipment .1
1
The referenced paragraph covers the standard warranty period for Hydran M2-X devices. All other
elements of warranty and all other terms and conditions shall be governed under the relevant contract
of sale between GE and its direct customer. Specifically, in GE’s terms and conditions “Form EM104
(Global) Grid Solutions 28Oct2015” the warranty periods stated in Clause 5.2 for “Products” shall be
replaced by the above statement All other elements of Clause 5.2 and all other elements of “Form
EM104 (Global) Grid Solutions 28Oct2015” shall remain unaffected.
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Software is warranted for ninety (90) days from delivery. GE represents and warrants
that any software and firmware covered by this manual is free from functional
deficiencies. If any functional deficiencies are discovered and are reported to GE within
the Warranty Period, GE agrees to use due diligence to correct such deficiencies within
30 days after receipt of such notification. Upon receiving such notice, GE may lend
telephone support or patches. If the reported deficiencies cannot be eliminated within
30 days, the Buyer may request, and GE shall then furnish, monthly status reports to the
Buyer regarding the progress of GE’s efforts to correct such functional deficiencies.
If Products covered by this manual do not meet the above warranties during the
applicable Warranty Period, the Buyer shall promptly notify GE in writing but not later
than 30 days and make the Products available promptly for correction. GE shall
thereupon correct any defect by, at its option, repairing the defective Products or
making available necessary replacement parts.
Any failure which is the basis for a warranty claim shall not be cause for extension of
the duration of the applicable Warranty Period. GE shall not be responsible for removal
or replacement of systems, structures or other parts of the Buyer’s facility. If a defect in
Products or part thereof cannot be corrected by GE’s reasonable efforts, the parties
shall negotiate an equitable adjustment in price with respect to such Products or part
thereof. All decontamination work necessary for the correction of defects shall be
performed by the Buyer at the Buyer’s expense. The condition of any tests shall be
mutually agreed upon and GE shall be notified of and may be represented at all tests
that may be made.
GE does not warrant Products or any repaired or replacement parts against normal
wear and tear, including that due to environment or operation, including excessive
operation at peak capability, frequent starting, type of fuel, detrimental air inlet
conditions, or erosion, corrosion or material deposits from fluids, or which have been
involved in an accident. The warranties and remedies set forth herein are further
conditioned upon:
• Proper storage, installation, operation and maintenance of the Buyer’s
equipment and conformance with the instruction manuals (including revisions thereto)
provided by GE and/or its subcontractors, as applicable
• Repair or modification pursuant to GE’s instructions or approval
The Buyer shall keep proper records of operation and maintenance during the
applicable Warranty Period. These records shall be kept in the form of log sheets and
copies shall be submitted to GE upon its request in connection with a warranty claim by
the Buyer. GE does not warrant any products or services of others designated by the
Buyer where such products or services are not normally supplied by GE.
The preceding paragraphs set forth the exclusive remedies for all claims based on
failure of or defect in Products covered by this manual, whether the failure or defect
arises before or during the applicable Warranty Period and whether a claim, however
instituted, is based on contract, indemnity, warranty, tort (including negligence) or civil
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liability, strict liability or otherwise. The foregoing warranties are exclusive and are in
lieu of all other warranties and guarantees whether written, oral, implied or statutory.
NO IMPLIED STATUTORY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY.
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2 GENERAL CAUTIONS & WARNINGS

Turn off the electric power at the fuse box or service
panel before making any electrical connections,
and ensure a proper ground connection is made
before connecting line voltage. Failure to do so can
WARNING result in property damage, personal injury and/or
death.
Mishandling of the Hydran M2-X sensor (such as a

perforation or scratch on the membrane or
subjecting the sensor to paint or solvent) voids the
CAUTION warranty.
It is recommended to read all warnings and

considerations given in Chapter 1 and 2 of the
CAUTION Hydran M2-X Instruction Manual before proceeding
with the installation.
Hazardous location (HazLoc) certification pertains to units with part number M2-
X-HZ only. The Hydran M2-X carrying the “HZ” designation is certified for use in
hazardous locations as identified by the branding on the product casing including the
serial number label as shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2. Once a HazLoc product is in
location, do not:
CAUTION • open the internal case

• service the battery
• remove the battery
• or perform servicing on any other
parts.
Figure 1: Certified for Hazardous Locations
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Figure 2: Hazardous location label
Note: In the case of a HazLoc certified product, please ignore additional appendices in
this document as they relate to a standard Hydran M2-X regarding servicing of parts, and
therefore are not applicable for a HazLoc certified product.
Suitable for use in Class I, Division II, Groups A, B, C and D Hazardous Locations, or
Nonhazardous Locations only.
WARNING Explosion Hazard. Batteries must only be changed in an area

known to be non-hazardous.
WARNING Explosion Hazard. Do not disconnect while the circuit is live

or unless the area is free of ignitible concentrations.
For any servicing needs, the unit must be removed from the transformer and returned
to a GE service centre.
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Table 1 lists other HazLoc relevant materials for the Hydran M2-X / Hydran M2-X H2
that are in contact with oil under normal-use operations.
Table 1: List of product materials in oil contact
Material Description
Free Machining Brass This is the constituent material of the sensor body.
VITON® 75 SHORE TYPE GLT Constituent material in V023, V029 & V030 O-rings
Glass to metal seal Glass to metal seal formed between sensor brass and
Humidity-in-oil sensor
DOW CORNING ® high vacuum grease Greased O-rings create appropriate seals
Teflon Chemfilm® DF100 PTFE This forms the outer layer of the oil-gas membrane in the
standard composite-gas sensor
Kapton This forms the outer layer of the oil-gas membrane in

standard Hydrogen only sensor
Figure 3: Plastic Cap Must Remain in Place Until the Sensor Is Installed on the Valve
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Figure 4: Do Not Touch the Sensor’s Membrane with a Finger or an Object
Figure 5: Do Not Block the Sensor’s Breathing Hole or Puncture the Breathing Hole’s Membrane
Figure 6: Do Not Install the Hydran M2-X at an Angle, Vertically or Using an Elbow
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Figure 7: Do Not Install the Hydran M2-X on an Elbow or a Fitting Box
Figure 8: Do Not Install the Hydran M2-X on the Inlet Side of the Radiator Pump
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Figure 9: Do Not Subject the Hydran M2-X or Its Sensor to High-Pressure Water Streams
Figure 10: Do Not Paint the Sensor or Clean It with Any Solvent
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3 INSTALLATION
The Hydran M2-X is typically installed on a full-bore gate or ball valve of a
transformer. There are two cables:
• The Hydran M2-X’s power supply cable is passed in a flexible (recommended) or
rigid steel conduit toward a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
system.
• The alarm cable is passed in a flexible (recommended) or rigid steel conduit
toward a SCADA system.
Mounting Locations of the Hydran M2-X

A Hydran M2-X monitor can be installed on any available transformer valve.
However, care must be taken in selecting a suitable location while respecting the overall
dimensions and weight of the monitor.
To achieve optimal performance from the Hydran monitor, ensure that:
• The Hydran M2-X is installed on a single transformer valve. The valve should
have no internal restrictions, recommended to be installed full-bore gate valve
or ball valve.
• GE recommends that all cables carrying; Power, Communications, analogue
inputs and outputs, be run in either rigid steel conduit or flexible steel liquid
tight armoured conduit.
Figure 11 illustrates some typical valve locations that can be found on a transformer.
These locations vary between transformers, but there are some valve locations on a
transformer where the oil circulation is much better due to the nature of a transformer’s
operation.
The circulation of oil is generally the same in all transformers — the natural
convection of the oil circulates from warm to cool as the transformer warms up. The
oil at the bottom is usually cooler than the top as it returns from the cooling system, as
illustrated in Figure 11.
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Figure 11: Typical Installation of the Hydran M2-X
Location #A: Cooling Return

Some transformers may have a valve that is on the pipe that joins the
bottom of the cooling system to the transformer main tank. This location offers
an excellent circulation of oil. It allows for easy access for installation and
taking oil samples directly from the Hydran M2-X.
Note: If a pump is part of the cooling system, it is recommended that the Hydran
M2-X be installed on the discharge side of the pump.
Location #B Drain Valve
All transformers are equipped with a drain valve. This location allows for
easy access for installation and taking oil samples directly from the Hydran M2-
X. Oil flow is reduced compared to the other locations and over time there can
be a buildup of sludge which can further impede the oil flow.
Note: A minimum distance of 12 in. between the ground and the valve is required
so that the Hydran enclosure and cables can be properly installed.
Location #C: Main Tank
Some transformers are equipped with a valve that is mounted towards the
middle portion of the transformer main tank. This location offers good oil
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circulation and is easily accessible for installation and taking oil samples
directly from the Hydran M2-X.
Location #D: Upper Filling Valve
Most transformers are equipped with an upper filling valve. This location
offers excellent oil circulation, but is not easily accessible and may require an
outage to install the Hydran M2-X.
Location #E: Top of Cooling System
Some transformers may have a valve that is mounted on the pipe that joins
the top tank of the transformer to the top of the cooling system. This location
offers an excellent circulation of oil; but is not easily accessible and may require
an outage to install the Hydran M2-X.
6 mm 84 mm
(0.25 in)
Figure 12: Bottom Clearance
Tools for installation

Supplied with the Hydran M2-X
3/16-in Hex Key with 9-in 1/16-in and 5-32-in Spanner wrench
Blade & Cushion Grip T- Handle standard Hex (Allen) L-
Keys
Roll of PTFE tape
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To be supplied by the installer
3-mm (1/8-in) Slotted

Screwdriver
#2 Phillips Screwdriver
Adjustable Pliers
or Wrench
Wire Stripper
Wire Cutter
Bucket and Rags
Adjustable Wrench with

smooth non-marking jaws
Anti-seize lubricant e.g. Loctite

8009
Liquid tight Gland fitting
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Flexible liquid tight armourted

conduit
Figure 13: Tools Required for the Installation
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3.3 Mounting the Hydran M2-X on a Valve
1. Remove set screw.

2. Remove clamp using spanner wrench.
3. Carefully pull out sensor.
CAUTION
Oil on sensor
Always wrap the tape

counter to the threads, as
CAUTION
Sensor cable
Figure 14: Separating the Sensor from the Hydran M2-X
1. Rotate sensor connector anti-clockwise

(approximately 1/8 turn).
2. Pull connector from sensor.
Figure 15: Disconnecting the Sensor Cable
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Figure 16: Wrap the Sensor’s Threads with PTFE Tape
1. Install clamp around sensor.

2. Install sensor on valve.
3. Tighten using adjustable
wrench.
Figure 17: Mount the Sensor Manually onto the Valve and Tighten it, Using an Adjustable Wrench
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Bleed screw must be on top, at the

“12 o’clock” position when sensor
is installed horizontally.
O-ring
Figure 18: The Bleed Screw Must Be on Top, at the 12 O’clock Position
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Note: Prior to installing the Hydran M2-X onto the transformer valve, it is
recommended to drain approximately 2-4 liters of oil from the valve. This clears any
contaminants and moisture that may have accumulated.
1. Loosen bleed screw.

2. Slowly open valve.
3. Purge air from sensor (collect
oil in bucket).
4. Tighten bleed screw.
5. Wipe oil from valve and
sensor using rag.
Note: The clamp ring is not

shown for clarity purposes.
Figure 19: Opening the Valve and Purging the Air from the Sensor
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1. Insert the sensor cable connector into the sensor connector.

2. Rotate connector clockwise (approximately 1/8 turn).
3. Position the enclosure and push it on to the sensor; taking
care not to squeeze the sensor cable between the sensor and
the enclosure.
4. Apply a thin layer of anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the
M2-X base plate before attaching the brass ring.
5. Install the sensor clamp and tighten it using the supplied
spanner wrench.
6. Tighten set screw using 1/16-in Allen key.
Figure 20: Installing the Hydran M2-X on the Sensor
Connect ground wire

to ground lug using a
10-6 AWG copper
Figure 21: Grounding the Hydran M2-X Enclosure
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Installing the Cables
1. Remove four retaining screws (using

supplied Allen key), 4 lock washers
and 4 flat washers.
2. Pull out cover.
Figure 22: Removing the Hydran M2-X Cover
Installing the Cable Conduits and Gland Fittings

GE Recommendations prior to installation:
•All cables carrying; Power, Communications, analogue inputs and outputs,
must be run in either rigid steel conduit or flexible steel liquid tight armoured
conduit, with a minimum rating of IP56.
•Using flexible steel armoured conduit makes it easier during installation and
servicing of the Hydran M2-X.
• All terminating connecting gland fittings to the Hydran M2-X must be liquid
tight or at a minimum have an IP56 rating, with locknuts and sealing gaskets
•The steel provides shielding against magnetic fields.
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WARNING Turn off the electric power at the switch or

circuit breaker provided for disconnection
before making any electrical connections, and
ensure a proper ground connection is made
before connecting line voltage. Failure to do so
can result in property damage, personal injury
and/or death.
A 10 A to 15 A circuit meeting these requirements must be available for the

Hydran M2-X at the time of installation. The installation must be done in accordance
with local wiring regulations. Disconnection is through an external circuit breaker or
switch that must be installed on the mains supply line near the unit. The switch or
circuit breaker must be installed in accordance with local wiring regulations.
1. Watertight conduit fitting with locknuts and sealing

gaskets (minimum IP56 – hole diameter ½”
2. Flexible steel liquid tight conduit required.
3. Ground all metallic conduits.
4. Ensure that the plugs of all unused openings are
securely in place.
Figure 23: Installing Cable Conduits
WARNING
Failure to use GE recommended style of cable conduit and connecting gland

fitting, plus their associated installation requirements, will void all product
warranty should the Hydran unit become damaged from external elements such
as Water Ingress via cables and cable fittings
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Note: This optional Analog

Input board can be installed at
any of the four I/O locations.
Figure24: General Wiring of the Analog Input Terminal Block
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Active 2-wire
4-20mA Sensor
Figure 24: Wiring of Self-Powered, Analog Inputs
2-wire 4-20mA
Loop-powered
Sensor
Figure 25: Wiring of Two-Wire, Loop-Powered, Analog Inputs
3-wire, 4-20mA
Loop-powered
Sensor
Figure 26: Wiring of Three-Wire, Loop-Powered, Analog Inputs
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Note: This optional Analog Output

board can be installed at any of the
four I/O locations.
Figure 27: General Wiring of the Analog Output Terminal Block
SCADA
4-20 mA
Input
Figure 28: Wiring of the 4-20 mA Analog Output Terminal Block
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− Five (5) alarm relays

− Software configurable
− SPDT (Form C) contacts:
1. Normally Open
2. Common
3. Normally closed
Figure 29: Wiring of the Alarm Relays Terminal Block
L = LINE
=
N
NEUTRAL Fuse Holder
= GROUND
Figure 30: Wiring of the AC Power Supply Terminal Block
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4 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION
User Interface Overview
For more information on the Hydran M2-X’s user interface, see Chapter 4 in the
Hydran M2-X Instruction Manual.
3 Context keys:
Purpose can change
according to the
screen content.
Purpose is displayed
on the bottom line of
LCD Display the display.
Esc key: 4 Arrow keys:

In menus, it goes Allow to navigate
back one level in the through options,
tree structure. parameters or digits.
When changing a The Up arrow goes up
value, it cancels the or increments a digit,
current modification the Down arrow goes
and goes back one down or decrements a
level digit, etc.
Figure 31: User Interface Overview
Identification number Menu, Time or

of HM2-X unit option currently
Non-selected item displayed
Context
Selected item: Key Messages
Use arrow keys to
select another item
on the screen.
Scrolling
Indicators
Figure 32: Display Overview
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Setting the Date and Time
Press Main Menu
Select Setup
Press Enter
Select Date & Time
Press Enter
Select Current Date

Press Change and set
date
Select Current Time

Press Change and set
time
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Testing the Sensor
Press Main Menu
Select Services
Press Enter
Select Gas Sensor Test
Press Enter
Press OK
Note: After a Sensor Test, the sensor readings will not be available for two (2)
minutes.
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Setting Gas Level Alarm Parameters

Note: Wait until the gas and moisture readings of the Hydran M2-X are stable (at
least 24 hours after power-up).
Go to Main Menu
Select Setup
Press Enter
Select Alarms Setup
Press Enter
Select Gas Alarm
Press Enter
Select Gas Level Alarm
Press Enter
To next
page
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Select parameter for

setup.
Enter Change and set as
required.
Set all parameters as
required.
Notes:
• SP means “Set
Point”.
• Press the Down
arrow to display
other parameters in
the list.
Setting Moisture Level Alarm Parameters
Press Esc twice to go

back to Alarm Setup.
Press Enter
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Select parameter for

setup.
Enter Change and set as

required.
Set all parameters as

required.
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Setting the Network Communication Parameters
Go to Main Menu
Select Setup
Press Enter
Select Comm Setup
Press Enter
Select Identification
Press Enter
Change, as required:
Monitor ID
Power Station ID
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Press Escape button to

go back to Comm Setup.
Select Comm Channel

Setup
Press Enter
Change, as required:
RS232 Baud Rate
RS485 Baud Rate
Notes:
• Each Hydran M2-X unit in the local network must be set to the same Power
Station ID and RS485 Baud Rate.
• Each Hydran M2-X in the local network must be set to a unique Monitor ID.
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Setting the Optional Analog Input Parameters
Go to Main Menu
Select Setup
Press Enter
Select I/O Setup
Press Enter
Select Analog In Setup
Press Enter
Select the I/O board you

need to setup
Press Enter
To next
page
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Press Main Menu
Select Configuration
Press Enter
Select Identification
Press Enter
Set up all the

Identification
parameters as required.
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Press Escape button to

go back to Configuration.
Select Readings Setup
Press Enter
Set up all the Readings

Setup parameters as
required.
Notes:
• Input Min is the lowest possible reading for this signal; this value corresponds
to 4 mA.
• Input Max is the highest possible reading for this signal; this value
corresponds to 20 mA.
• Repeat the above procedure for each analog input that is installed.
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Setting the Optional Analog Output Parameters
Go to Main Menu
Select Setup
Press Enter
Select I/O Setup
Press Enter
Select Analog Out

Setup
Press Enter
Select the I/O board you

need to setup
Press Enter
To next
page
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Select Configuration
Press Enter
Set up all the

Configuration
parameters as required.
Notes:
• Input Min is the lowest possible reading for this signal; this value will deliver a
current output corresponding to 4 mA.
• Input Max is the highest possible reading for this signal; this value will deliver
a current output corresponding to 20 mA.
• Repeat the above procedure for each analog output.
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Installing the Cover
1. Put cover back in place.

2. Insert the four (4) screws with flat washers and split
lock washers. Using supplied Hex key tool, tighten
the screws one by one in an diagonal pattern,
ensuring to only tighten each bolt a third at a time.
CAUTION
Gasket must be
properly in place
Begin tightening Screw #1, when it’s 30%

tightened move to Screw #2 and so on until all
four Screws are 100% tightened
Figure 33: Installing the Cover
When installing the cover, the 4 screws must be tightened

CAUTION correctly. A minimum torque of 50 lbf-in (5.6 N-m) is
recommended. Failure to do so may result in water ingress
inside the enclosure.
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Commissioning
Figure 34: Wait 24 Hours
= DGA
Figure 35: Compare the Gas Level Reading to a Recent DGA
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5 COMMUNICATIONS & NETWORKING

For detailed information, refer to Chapter 6 of the Hydran M2-X Instruction
Manual.
Forming a Local Network of Hydran M2-Xs
To host computer
using Perception
software via either:
• Ethernet (wire
or fiber optic)
• Modem
interface.
• Or RS-485 link
to Hydran 201Ci
controller
Daisy chain: RS-485 link, isolated, 1 triad

Maximum number of Hydran M2-Xs: 32
Maximum total length of cables: 1,200 m (4,000 ft)
Figure 36: Network Overview (Daisy Chaining of Hydran M2-Xs)
CAUTION: The LEDs used for the fiber optic transmitter are
classified as IEC 60825-1 Accessible Emission Limit (AEL) Class
1. Class 1 devices are considered eye safe to the naked eye. Do
not view directly with optical instruments.
DB-9 Laptop computer:

RS-232 Link − Fixed baud rate
connector
− 8 data bits
− No parity
− 1 stop bit
− No flow control
Figure 37: Local Communications with a Laptop Computer (for service only)
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Cable is connected to RS-485 In terminals.

Ground the conduit to the ground lug.
Cable is connected to RS-485 Out terminals.

Isolate conduit from Hydran M2-X
Figure 38: Grounding the RS-485 Conduits
To RS-485 In of From RS-485

other Hydran M2- Out of other
X Hydran M2-X
or Hydran 201Ci
Figure 39: General Wiring of the RS-485 Terminal Block
Figure 40: Wiring Details of the RS-485 between 2 or more Hydran M2-Xs
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Connecting the Hydran M2-X to Hydran 201Ci

Controllers
Figure 41: Wiring of the Supervisory Link between a Hydran M2-X and a Hydran 201Ci-1 Controller
Note: The Hydran 201Ci-1 Controller can only display the gas level measured by the
Hydran M2-X, not the moisture level.
Figure 42: Wiring of the Supervisory Link between a Hydran M2-X and a Hydran 201Ci-C Controller
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Connecting the Hydran M2-X to a D25
Figure 43: Wiring of the RS-485 Link between a Hydran M2-X and a D25
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Appendix A : Technical Specifications for the Hydran M2-X
General
GENERAL
Description Continuous, on-line, intelligent gas-in-oil and moisture

transmitter with optional, external sensors monitoring
Components Combined dual-function sensor and electronic enclosure
Response Hydrogen (H2), carbon monoxide (CO), acetylene (C2H2),
ethylene (C2H4), relative humidity in oil (%RH)
Medium Mineral, insulating oil for transformers
Application Transformer monitoring, moisture level measurement (for the
evaluation of dangerous conditions, bubbling temperature and
aging rate) and detection of incipient faults in oil-filled electrical
equipment
ANALYTICAL PERFORMANCE
Principle • Gas: Vacuum-resistant gas-permeable membrane and

combustible gas detector
• Moisture: Thin-film capacitive sensor
Sampling • Flooded port with 1.5 in NPT male threads
Method
Measurement • Gas: 25 - 2,000 ppm (volume/volume, H2 equivalent)*
Range • Moisture: 0 - 100% RH
Accuracy • Gas: ± 10 % of reading ± 25 ppm (Ref.: ASTM D3612)
• Moisture: ± 2 %RH (Ref.: saturated salt solutions)
Repeatability • Gas: Better than ± 5 % or ± 5 ppm
Limit
• Moisture: 2 %RH
Gas Relative • H2: 100 % of concentration
Sensitivity • CO: Typical 15 ± 4 % of concentration
• C2H2: Typical 8 ± 2 % of concentration
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• C2H4: Typical 1.5 ± 0.5 % of concentration

Response Time • 10 minutes sensor response (90 % of step change)
*Hydran M2-X H2 accuracy is specified up to 2000 ppm; at

concentrations above 2000 ppm the device continues to
provide trending to 5000 ppm, but potentially outside the
published accuracy specification.
This is because the Hydran M2-X H2 calibration and
performance is optimised and tested in the factory in the
key range of concentrations for transformer diagnostics.
At values >2000 ppm, the H2 level has exceeded IEEE
Condition 4 (Major event at > 1800 ppm), hence customer
action should have already occurred within the specified
measurement range for the M2-X.
External • Designed for glass syringe with Luer stop cock; closed with
Sampling Port 5/32-in (approximately 4 mm) Allen screw
ELECTRONIC UNIT
Hardware • Microprocessor; watchdog; clock with battery backup

Software • Real-time operating system; menu-driven interface
Functions • Gas level, hourly trend and daily trend readings
• Gas level and gas trends alarms
• Moisture level and moisture average alarms
• Alarms due to system fault conditions
• History data logging (Short Term, Long Term, Events and
Service)
• Periodic sensor test
• Calibration, configuration and self-test
• Networking
• Remote embedded software upgrading
Display • Backlit liquid crystal display (LCD); graphic 128 x 64 pixels
Keypad • Keypad 8 keys: Up, Down, Left, Right, Esc and 3 context
functions Alarm Contacts
Alarm Contacts 4 SPDT alarm relays (Type C) which can be configured for:
• Gas (level and trend) and analog High contacts
• Gas (level and trend) and analog High-High contacts
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• Moisture (level and average) and analog High contacts

• Moisture (level and average) and analog High-High contacts
Relay contact maximum switching capacity:
• Resistive load: 50 VA, 60 W (power factor = 1)
Relay contact maximum operating current:
• Resistive load: 3 A (ac/dc)
Communications • One RS-232 port for local laptop computer connection
Ports • One RS-485 port for connection to local Hydran network or
remote communication
Optional 1 of the following to be specified when ordering:
Communications • Integrated serial to Ethernet 10/100BaseT; Part Number
Port 17046
• Integrated Fiber Optic Ethernet 100BaseFX, ST Multimode;
Part Number 18321
• Integrated dial-up Modem V.92/56k; Part Number 16868
Optional I/O Up to 4 of the following to be specified when ordering:
• General-purpose 4–20 mA analog input; 2,000 V RMS
isolation; Part Number 16528
• Analog 4–20 mA output; 500- maximum loading; 2,000 V
RMS isolation; Part Number 16529
• Dual digital inputs for dry contacts; internal wetting 24 VDC;
2,000 V RMS isolation; Part Number 17464
MISCELLANEOUS
Enclosure • Type NEMA 4X

• Cast aluminum, powder pint, white
• External dimensions: 315 mm long x 219 mm wide x 196 mm
high (12.4 x 8.63 x 7.72 in)
Electronic Totally encased CPU and I/O electronics
Modules
Sensor Heating Heater plate to maintain sensor between 15 and 65 °C (59 and
149 °F) in normal transformer operating conditions to force oil
convection
Oil Temperature • Oil at the valve: -40 to +90 °C (-40 to +194 °F)
• Oil at the valve up to 105 °C (221 °F), with optional finned,
high-temperature adaptor, Part Number 18065
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• Possible short-duration exposure: Oil up to 120 °C (248 °F)

Oil Pressure • Vacuum-resistant sensor; 0–700 kPa (0–100 psia)
• Note: for units designated as Class I Div II Hazardous
Locations, working oil pressure 2 bar absolute (1 bar gauge)
Power Supply • 100-120 Vac, 200-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 650 VA maximum
EMC Meets standards EN 55022, IEC/EN 60255-22-1, IEC/EN 61000-3-
Compatibility 2, IEC/EN 61000-4-2, IEC/EN 61000-4-3, IEC/EN 61000-4-4,
IEC/EN 61000-4-5, IEC/EN 61000-4-6, IEC/EN 61000-4-8, IEC/EN
61000-4-1 1
Environment Meets standards IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2, IEC 60068-2-6,
IEC 60068-2-30
Safety Meets standard IEC 61010-1/EN 61010-1/UL61010-1/CSA C22.2
No.61010-1; HazLoc marked units UL120201 / CSA C22.2 No. 213
Weight • Installed: 7.5 kg (16.5 lb)
• Shipping: 9 kg (20 lb)
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Operation Ambient temperature: -40 to +55 °C (-40 to +131 °F)

Relative humidity: 95 % RH, non-condensing
Altitude: up to 2,000 m (6,500 feet).
Storage Temperature: +5 °C to +45 °C (+41 °F to +113 °F)
Storage period should not exceed 6 months.
Note: General Electric has made every reasonable attempt to ensure the completeness and
accuracy of these technical specifications. However, the information contained in these technical
specifications is subject to change without notice, and does not represent a commitment on the
part of General Electric.
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1 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION ...................................................................5

Safety Warnings In Six Languages ........................................................................ 5

2 GENERAL CAUTIONS & WARNINGS .......................................................... 11

Mounting Locations of the Hydran M2-X .......................................................... 17

4 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION .................................................................. 33

User Interface Overview .................................................................................... 33

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Installing the Cover ............................................................................................ 47

5 COMMUNICATIONS & NETWORKING ...................................................... 49

Forming a Local Network of Hydran M2-Xs....................................................... 49

APPENDIX A : TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE HYDRAN M2-X .................... 53

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[FR] (in French) ATTENTION:

[ES] (in Spanish) ADVERTENCIA:

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[DE] (in German) WARNUNG:

[IT] (in Italian) ATTENZIONE:

[SV] (in Swedish) VARNING:

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1.2 Safety Symbols Description

Refer to the Instruction Manual to prevent injury or damage

Hazardous voltages may be present.

Protective earth connection.

Description of safety messages used in this Instruction Manual:

A procedure, practice, or condition that could cause equipment

A procedure, practice, or condition that could cause bodily

MA-028 Rev. 2.2, 25-Feb-21 Page 7

The information in this manual may be used by:

• All procedures in this manual must be strictly adhered to.

Any visible signs of damage to the shipping packages should be reported to GE

1.4 Standard GE Warranty

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2 GENERAL CAUTIONS & WARNINGS

Mishandling of the Hydran M2-X sensor (such as a

It is recommended to read all warnings and

CAUTION • open the internal case

Figure 1: Certified for Hazardous Locations

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Figure 2: Hazardous location label

WARNING Explosion Hazard. Batteries must only be changed in an area

WARNING Explosion Hazard. Do not disconnect while the circuit is live

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Kapton This forms the outer layer of the oil-gas membrane in

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Figure 4: Do Not Touch the Sensor’s Membrane with a Finger or an Object

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Figure 7: Do Not Install the Hydran M2-X on an Elbow or a Fitting Box

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Mounting Locations of the Hydran M2-X

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Figure 11: Typical Installation of the Hydran M2-X

Location #A: Cooling Return

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Figure 12: Bottom Clearance