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© Servomex Group Limited 2017
AquaXact Issue 1.0
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Safety
The Servomex thin film Al
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sensor is designed and field proven to be highly reliable,
rugged and maintenance free. However the user should be aware of the following
precautions:
Installation
3.1
To avoid prolonged dry-down (when expecting to measure dew points
drier than -65 ºC), do not expose the sensor to room air longer than 1 - 2
minutes.
Do not open the desiccated sensor container before you are ready to
install the sensor.
The sensor container has desiccant to keep the sensor dry during
shipping and to avoid damage due to condensation. Close the container
using the attached red plug immediately after removing the sensor to
avoid degradation of the desiccant.
Do not throw away the sensor container. You may use it again to
transport the sensor between locations, to store it between uses or to
ship it back to the factory for certification. The container can be attached
to the loop cable, by trapping the cable with the lid strap.
Do not expose the sensor to corrosive gases or liquids such as ones
containing Chlorine, Ammonia or HCl. Cyanide, Br2, I2, NH3 and HNO3
may harm the gold layer of the sensor and limit the sensor life.
Do not expose the sensor to liquid water, as it may get damaged.
Do not breathe directly onto the sensor, as condensation may form
which could damage the sensor element.
Do not install the sensor near high heat sources such as radiators or air
ducts.
Do not install the sensor in places subject to extreme mechanical
vibration or shock.
Do not disassemble the porous metal filter encapsulation. This will
damage the sensor and void your factory warranty.
Before you install the probe, make sure that no contaminants are present
in the system (e.g. oil, liquid water).
