WirelessHART Toxic & Combustible Gas Detector
IM_TCD50-05
www.ueonline.com/vanguard
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U N I T E D E L E C T R I C
C O N T R O L S
180 Dexter Ave., Watertown, MA 02472 USA
617 926-1000 Fax 617 926-2568
www.ueonline.com
RECOMMENDED PRACTICES AND WARNINGS
United Electric Controls Company recommends careful consideration of the following
factors when installing and operating the UE Vanguard unit. Before installing a unit,
the Installation and Maintenance instructions provided with the unit must be read and
understood.
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This device is for monitoring and communicating gas concentration levels for data
collection or record keeping and does not provide alarm signals.
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Misuse of this device may cause explosion and/or personal injury. These instructions
must be thoroughly read and understood prior to installation of the device.
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The end-user is responsible for maintaining the device in full, operational condition.
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Install the device where shock, vibration and temperature fluctuations are minimal.
Do not mount in ambient temperatures that exceed the limits on the device labelling.
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The device must be mounted vertically with the sensor pointing downward.
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Avoid dropping the device, as loosening of the threaded flame-proof joints or perma-
nent damage may occur.
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When not in use, the device should be stored in a clean, dry area and within the
temperature range listed within the device’s environmental specifications.
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The only field replaceable parts are the battery pack and FLEXsense™ sensor.
Substitution of other components will invalidate third party issued approvals and cer-
tifications, may impair suitability for Class 1, Div 1 location and void any warranties.
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Only battery packs and FLEXsense™ sensors provided by United Electric Controls are
compatible with this device.
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New sensors must be calibrated after installation.
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Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) is an extremely toxic gas, and exposure may result in loss of
consciousness or death.
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Methane (CH4) is a greenhouse gas and is extremely flammable. Exposure in closed
areas may cause explosion, and result in loss of consciousness or death.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Seller warrants that the product hereby purchased is, upon delivery, free from defects in
material and workmanship and that any such product which is found to be defective in such
workmanship or material will be repaired or replaced by Seller (Ex-works, Factory, Watertown,
Massachusetts. INCOTERMS); provided, however, that this warranty applies only to equipment
found to be so defective within a period (as defined in the chart below) from the date of
manufacture by the Seller.
PRODUCT SERIES/COMPONENTS/REPLACEMENT PARTS
WARRANTY
Electrochemical Sensors
12 months
Infrared Sensors
24 months
Vanguard Base Transmitter
36 months
Battery
60 months*
* 5 year battery warranty valid only with registration at www.ueonline.com/vanguard
Seller shall not be obligated under this warranty for alleged defects which examination
discloses are due to tampering, misuse, neglect, improper storage, and in any case where
products are disassembled by anyone other than authorized Seller’s representatives. EXCEPT
FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY OF REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT STATED ABOVE, SELLER
DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
LIMITATION OF SELLER’S LIABILITY
Seller’s liability to Buyer for any loss or claim, including liability incurred in connection with
(i) breach of any warranty whatsoever, expressed or implied, (ii) a breach of contract, (iii) a
negligent act or acts (or negligent failure to act) committed by Seller, or (iv) an act for which
strict liability will be inputted to seller, is limited to the “limited warranty” of repair and/or
replacement as so stated in our warranty of product. In no event shall the Seller be liable
for any special, indirect, consequential or other damages of a like general nature, including,
without limitation, loss of profits or production, or loss or expenses of any nature incurred by
the buyer or any third party.
UE specifications subject to change without notice.
WirelessHArT® is a registered trademark of
Fieldcomm group.
FLEX
sense™ is a trademark of United electric
controls co.
