BEP Marine 600-GD User manual

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INST-600-GD-V5
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600-GD & 600-GDL
600 SERIES
GAS DETECTOR
INSTALLATION
AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of Contents
1 WARRANTY.....................................................................................................................3
2 IMPORTANT ....................................................................................................................3
3 CAUTIONS WHEN USING GAS SENSORS ................................................................3
4 FEATURES........................................................................................................................4
5 SPECIFICATION .............................................................................................................4
6 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................4
7 FAULT DETECTION ......................................................................................................4
8 DIMENSIONS ...................................................................................................................5
9 WIRING DIAGRAM ........................................................................................................6
10 CONTROL HEAD INSTALLATION ............................................................................6
11 SENSOR INSTALLATION .............................................................................................7
12 OPERATION.....................................................................................................................7
13 TEST / ALARM MUTE BUTTON .................................................................................8
14 BYPASS MODE ................................................................................................................8
15 INDICATOR DISPLAY ...................................................................................................8
16 ACCESSORIES.................................................................................................................8
17 USER NOTES....................................................................................................................9
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1 Warranty
The warranty of this BEP MARINE LTD product is for Two Years from date of sale to original
purchaser. BEP MARINE LTD does not assume the cost of removal or refitting of the product, or any
other incidental cost that may arise, as the result of defect in materials or workmanship.
Warranty will only be undertaken on equipment returned to either BEP MARINE LTD or their agent.
The equipment will be replaced or repaired at the discretion of either BEP MARINE LTD or its agents.
As long as the equipment has neither been (1) Abused (2) Wrongly connected (3) Contaminated due
to neglect (4) Improper installation, (5) Used in violation of instructions supplied with equipment
manufactured by BEP MARINE LTD. On return of equipment for warranty it must be accompanied
with proof of purchase and not been tampered with.
2 Important
It is the installer’s sole responsibility to install and use this product in a manner that will not cause
accidents, personal injury or property damage. Please follow the installation instructions supplied. If
installation is not correct, the unit may not perform at its designed potential. If in doubt, consult your
local BEP MARINE LTD dealer. BEP MARINE LTD disclaims all liability for any use of this product
that may cause accidents, damage or be in violation of any laws.
Copyright © 2005 BEP MARINE LTD. All rights reserved.
3 Cautions when using gas sensors
1. Exposure to silicone vapours
If silicone vapours adsorb onto the sensor’s surface, the internal sensing element maybe be
coated, irreversibly inhibiting sensitivity. Avoid exposure where silicone adhesives, hair grooming
materials or silicone rubber/putty may be present.
2. Highly corrosive environment
Exposure to corrosive materials such as H2S, SOx, Cl2, HCl, etc. for extended periods may
cause irreversible damage to the sensor.
3. Water
Sensor performance maybe adversely affected due to soaking, splashing or water condensing on
the sensor surface. Exposure to salt water spray will adversely affected sensor performance.
Light condensation under conditions of indoor usage should not pose a problem for sensor
performance.
4. Freezing
If freezing occurs on the sensor’s surface irreversible damage may occur to the internal sensing
element.
5. Usage in high density of gas
Sensor performance maybe adversely affected if exposed to a high density of gas for a long
period of time.
6. Explosive Limits
Different combustible gasses have their own Lower Explosive Limits (LEL). Our gas sensors are
calibrated against 20% LEL LPG in Air.
7. False positive alarms
False positive alarms can be caused by differing concentrations of various aerosols, perfumes,
resins, epoxies, paints, solvents, alcohol, hydrogen, gases and fuels.
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4 Features
The 600-GD and 600-GDL gas detectors offer the following features: -
Self testing capability
Microprocessor control
Dual sensor capability
Provision for an external alarm
Provision for automatic bilge blower switching
Automatic shut-off solenoid control with Pulse and Hold circuit technology for low power draw
(600-GDL only)
Manual override – Important: Disables gas detector (600-GDL only)
5 Specification
Voltage: 600GD 10V-30V DC / 600GDL 10-15V DC
Current: Total 350mA Max
Alarm: 20% LEL (Lower Explosive Limit)
Current at outputs: 800mA Max (per output)
NOTE: If you are using a solenoid valve other than BEP’s VR2. The solenoid current draw must
be checked to make sure it is 800mA or less at 12.5 volts.
6 Introduction
The Contour model LPG, Petrol and CNG detector is the product of continuing research and
development, which BEP Marine Ltd devotes to their product range. The 600 series detectors use the
latest in solid state technology available, with a microprocessor control head connected to the latest in
sensor technology. The 600 series detectors have the capability to control two sensors with both
visual and audible alarms. There is a test switch to check the operation of the sensors with indicators
for fault detection.
The 600-GDL has provision for the connection of an external alarm, bilge blower, gas on/off valve and
manual override to disable faulty sensor.
Read these installation and operation instructions carefully before installing, as any damage caused
by faulty installation will result in the warranty being null and void.
There is no power on/off switch provided in either unit. It is intended that for maximum protection the
unit should be on all the time while you are on your boat or vehicle.
7 Fault Detection
The nominal alarm point of the 600 series is 20% of the LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) of LPG/CNG in
Air. In the event of a gas leak and the alarm activating, close the manual valve on your gas bottles
and open hatches to ventilate the area. All fans and blowers used to ventilate must be ignition-
protected types.
In the event of a sensor being contaminated, damaged, cable shorting or a faulty connection, the
amber light will come on for the particular sensor. If the sensor fault persists then the sensor could be
damaged and will need to be replaced.
In detecting LPG the sensor can also detect hydrocarbons in other products such as cleaners and
strong adhesives, this can cause nuisance alarms. See section 3 - ‘Cautions when using gas sensors’
for more details.
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