PrimaX® IR
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Safety Regulations
GB
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Safety Regulations
1.1
Correct Use
The PrimaX IR Gas Monitor - referred to hereafter as device - is a fixed infrared combustible gas
detector. It is suitable for outdoor and indoor applications, e.g. offshore industry, chemical and petro-
chemical industry, water and sewage industry.
The device utilises infrared technology to monitor, detect and alert users to potentially dangerous levels
of combustible hydrocarbon gas. Dual source technology offers 100% redundancy on the optical
source to maximize reliability and lifetime. This device allows for extremely fast response time whilst
providing an extremely stable output signal.
The device is a stand-alone unit with a 4 to 20 mA output with HART [Highway Addressable Remote
Transducer] digital information encoded on the analogue output. The signal of the transmitter can be
used in combination with MSA control units for further actions in safety or non-safety applications.
Contact your MSA representative for available controllers.
The device is shipped factory-calibrated and is labelled with target gas, calibration gas and span setting
information for ease of use. Any user changes to the factory assigned values should be noted on the
device labels.
The device is explosion-proof and suitable for installation in hazardous locations. This sensor is
intended for integration with a control system that can alert operations personnel to the presence of
hydrocarbon combustible gas.
It is imperative that this operating manual be read and observed when using the product. In particular,
the safety instructions, as well as the information for the use and operation of the product, must be
carefully read and observed. Furthermore, the national regulations applicable in the user's country
must be taken into account for a safe use. This includes EN 60079-29-2.
WARNING!
This product is supporting life and health. Inappropriate use, maintenance or servicing may affect the
function of the device and thereby seriously compromise the user's life.
Before use the product operability must be verified. The product must not be used if the function test
is unsuccessful, it is damaged, a competent servicing/maintenance has not been made, genuine MSA
spare parts have not been used.
For safety reasons this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only.
Alternative use, or use outside this specification will be considered as non-compliance. This also
applies especially to unauthorized alterations to the product and to commissioning work that has not
been carried out by MSA or authorized persons.
1.2
Liability Information
MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately or not as intended.
The selection and use of the product are the exclusive responsibility of the individual operator.
Product liability claims, warranties also as guarantees made by MSA with respect to the product are
voided, if it is not used, serviced or maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
