Operator Manual
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P/N 1580281
SEC3120 Digital Transmitter
Sensor Electronics Corporation
Rev 10, 20150707
4.
UNIT INSTALLATION
Warning
– If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
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Warning
– Do not open when energized or when an explosive atmosphere is present.
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Device Location:
The first step in the installation process is to establish a mounting location for the SEC3120 transmitter and
gas sensor(s). The most effective number and placement of sensors vary depending on the conditions of
the application. Select a sensor location that is typical of the atmosphere to be monitored or close to the
anticipated source of a dangerous gas. When determining where to locate gas sensors the following factors
should be considered.
What are the characteristics of the gas that is to be detected? Is it lighter or heavier than air? If it is
lighter than air the sensor should be placed above the potential gas leak. Place the sensor close to the
floor for gases that are heavier than air. Note that air currents can cause a gas that is heavier than air
to rise. In addition, if the temperature of the gas is hotter than ambient air or mixed with gases that are
lighter than air, it could also rise.
How rapidly will the gas diffuse into the ambient air? Select a location for the sensor that is close to
the anticipated source of a gas leak.
Wind or ventilation characteristics of the immediate area must also be considered. Movement of air
may cause gas to accumulate more heavily in one area than in another. The detector should be placed
in the areas where the most concentrated accumulation of gas is anticipated. For outdoor applications
with strong wind conditions, it may require the sensors to be mounted closer together and on the
downwind side, to the anticipated area of a gas leak. Also take into consideration for indoor
applications, the fact that many ventilation systems do not operate continuously.
The sensor(s) should be accessible for maintenance.
Excessive heat or vibration can cause premature failure of any electronic device and should be avoided
if possible.
Follow all national and local installation codes and practices.
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Mounting:
Mount the SEC312
0 to rigid wall (wood based or stronger) or bulkhead structures using 1” or longer
fasteners with a minimum 3/16” diameter. Mounting to drywall (wallboard, plasterboard, etc.) or similar
material is not recommended.
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Wiring:
Wire insulation for relay contacts should have a minimum breakdown voltage of twice that of the working
voltage of the signal. E.g. 110v lines should have a minimum insulation breakdown voltage of 220v, 240v
signals should have a minimum insulation breakdown voltage of 480v.
Wire insulation should be temperature rated for greater than 100°C.
