Macurco ND-1 Manual

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MACURCO GAS DETECTORS
ND-1
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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GENERAL INFORMATION
The ND-1 is a microcomputer controlled electronic sensor and controller for Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2). The
unit has a NO2sensor (electrochemical), digital display, status lights, buzzer and relays. Please see the ND-1 data
sheet for more detailed information.
LOCATION
The unit,on average,can cover about 5000 sq. ft. (465 sq. meters). The coverage depends on air movement in
the room or facility. Extra detectors may be needed near any areas where people work,or the air is stagnant.
Normally, the unit mounts 5 feet (1.5 meters) above the floor in a central area where air movement is generally
good. See the ND-1 data sheet for more information on location.
INSTALLATION
The ND-1 is housed in an electrical box that has mounting holes on the back. Conduit can be connected to the
bottom three knock-out holes. Do NOT remove the four black vents in the case. They are necessary for adequate
air flow into the unit. Remove the two small screws toward the bottom of the inside cover. The inside cover then
swings up for access to internal circuitry.
Once the cover is open, you should notice a seven-screw terminal block. The first two screws,at the far left,
are for power and are marked “POWER 12-24 V ac/dc”. There is no polarity. The three middle terminals are for
the Fan SPDT relay. They are marked from left to right N.O. (normally-open), COM (common), and N.C.
(normally-closed). The Fan relay contacts can handle up to 5 amps. The two terminals at the far right are for the
Alarm relay. They are both marked N.O. (normally-open). The Alarm relay contacts can handle up to 0.5 amps.
The relays have dry contacts. See the ND-1 data sheet for detailed schematics on wiring and other technical
information.
OPERATION
When power is first applied to the detector, it will go through a warm-up period of 30 seconds. The digital
display will count down from 30 to 0 during the warm-up period. The Fan and Alarm relays will also actuate
during the warm-up period.
The ND-1 is now operational. Set the Fan and Alarm PPM levels as needed for the job requirements. The
current OSHA and ACGIH values for NO2are TWA of 3 ppm (parts per million) and STEL of 5 ppm. The
suggested settings to meet those limits are a Fan setting of 3 ppm and an Alarm setting of 5 ppm.
The Fan turn-on delay can be set from 0 to 5 minutes by setting the 3-segment “FAN DELAY” switch (inside
the unit just below the big blue buzzer). When the turn-on delay has been actuated by the NO2level exceeding the
threshold settings, the amber light will flash. When the turn-on delay is over the amber light will come on solid
and the Fan relay will actuate.
FAN DELAY SWITCH CHART
NONE 30 SEC. 45 SEC. 1 MIN. 2 MIN. 3 MIN. 4 MIN. 5 MIN.
The Alarm turn-on delay (flashing red) is fixed at 5 minutes. A solid red light indicates Alarm relay
activation,and the buzzer will sound. Both Fan and Alarm relays have a minimum on-time of 30 seconds. This is
to prevent short cycling devices connected to the relays.
TESTING
Testing the unit can be done by pressing the “TEST” switch located near the buzzer on the printed circuit
board. This will initiate the test cycle. The display will read 88.8, both the Fan and Alarm relays will actuate,
both Fan and Alarm status lights will be on solid,and the buzzer will sound. The test cycle will last approximately
30 seconds.

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MACURCO ND-1 (CONT.)
RESET
The reset feature is activated by pressing the switch labeled “RESET”. The switch is mounted on the printed
circuit board near the terminal block. Pressing the switch will initiate the warm-up cycle as mentioned above in
“OPERATION”.
STABILIZATION TIME
Although it will be operational within a few minutes of being first powered, the gas sensor in the ND-1
requires one hour to reach its final operating point. The ND-1is intended to be continuously powered. If you are
certain that the air is clean and the ND-1 indicates a small reading, the zero potentiometer (just above the sensor
labeled “ZERO”) may be adjusted. Turn the screw about a quarter of a turn CCW at a time, while waiting 30
seconds between turns. This is a 25-turn potentiometer.
ALARMS DUE TO OTHER GASES
Although the ND-1 is specifically calibrated with NO2, the electro-chemical sensor will detect a variety of
gases such as Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide, Chlorine, and Hydrogen Chloride. These gases may cause a
reading and relay actuations.
REPLACING THE SENSOR AND RECALIBRATING THE ND-1
Macurco provides a replacement sensor and a Field Calibration Kit for the ND-1. We recommend that the
sensor be replaced,and the unit be re-calibrated at least once every two years. The Field Calibration Kit can be
used to calibrate several units. The number of units that can be calibrated is determined by the gas quantity in the
gas cylinder.This will vary due to calibration kit useage and gas flow rate. However, the gas mixture has a useful
life of no more than one year.
SERVICING OF UNIT
The ND-1 does not require regular maintenance. The unit uses a self-purging electro-chemical sensor that has
a two year life expectancy. This sensor acts somewhat like a battery in that its output will be reduced with time.
The manufacturer of the sensor (City Technology Limited) indicates the sensor can be expected to have a reduced
output of up to 2% per month,but not to normally exceed 5% per year.
All maintenance and repair of products manufactured by Macurco, Inc. are to be performed at the Macurco
manufacturing facility. Macurco does not sanction any third-party repair facilities. Any attempted repair of a
Macurco product will void the products limited warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY
The ND-1 gas detectors are warranted to be free from defective material and workmanship for a period of one
(1) year from the date of manufacture. If any component becomes defective during the warranty period, it will be
replaced or repaired free of charge, if the unit is returned in accordance with the instructions below. This warranty
does not apply to units that have been altered or had repair attempted, or that have been subjected to abuse,
accidental or otherwise. The above warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties, obligations or liabilities.
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE
LIMITED TO A PERIOD OF ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE PURCHASE DATE. Macurco shall not be liable for
any incidental or consequential damages for breach of this or any other warranty express or implied arising out of
or related to the use of said gas detector. Manufacturer or its agents liability shall be limited to replacement or
repair as set forth above. Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies are return of the goods and repayment of the price,
or repair and replacement of non-conforming goods or parts. (The Uniform Commercial Code applicable in the
State of Colorado shall govern.)
RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
Call [phone] for a Return Authorization number. Then,carefully pack the gas detector with a written
description of the nature of the return. Send the unit to the following address:
Macurco Inc.
3946 South Mariposa Street
Englewood, Colorado 80110
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