Detcon IR-700 SIL 2 Safety Manual - Manual

SAFETY MANUAL
SIL 2 Certified Model IR-700 Combustible Hydrocarbon Gas Sensor
Version 4.0
1 SAFETY CERTIFIED MODEL IR-700 COMBUSTIBLE GAS DETECTOR
This manual addresses the specific requirements and recommendations applicable to the proper installation, operation, and
maintenance of the Safety-Certified (SIL-Certified) IR-700 Combustible Gas Detector. For complete information
regarding performance, installation, operation, maintenance and specifications of the Model IR-700, refer to instruction
manual Document #3169.
2 SAFETY MESSAGES
Procedures and instructions in this section may require special precautions to ensure the safety of personnel performing
the operations. Information that raises potential safety issues is indicated by the word “Warning”. Always read and
understand these safety messages.
Warning:
The IR-700 Gas Detector is intended for use in hazardous environments that may include dangerous levels of combustible
hydrocarbon gas vapors. This product must be properly installed, operated and maintained. Improper installation or use
could result in death or serious injury.
Do not remove the XP Junction box cover and/or do not remove the sensor bottom housing (required to change out the
plug-in NDIR sensor) in explosive environments when device power is on and circuits are live.
Detector must be properly installed, and XP junction box cover and sensor bottom housing must be fully engaged to meet
hazardous area explosion-proof/non-incendive requirements.