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GG-VL2-NH3

General Description

Installation

The GG-VL2-NH3 sensor is a +24 VDC, three-wire, 

4/20 mA sensor for ammonia. It provides an industry 

standard linear 4/20 mA output signal compatible with 

most gas detection systems and PLCs.
The GG-VL2-NH3 provides real-time continuous 

monitoring of ammonia vapors in refrigeration 

system vent lines. Utilizing a long-life ammonia 

selective catalytic bead sensor, the GG-VL2-NH3 

sensor can withstand occasional exposures to high 

concentrations of ammonia without shortening the life 

of the sensor.
The sensor element can be accessed from inside 

of the stainless steel enclosure, and is sealed from 

the vent line to prevent ammonia from entering the 

enclosure.
The transmitter circuit board is sealed in potting 

compound, protecting sensitive electronic 

components and copper tracing from corrosion.
Recommended alarm setpoints for ammonia system 

vent lines are typically 0.5% to 1.0% NH3 (12 to 20 mA).

Locating the sensor

Note: The ½” nipple of the supplied mounting kit 

should be welded to the relief header to allow airflow 

to the sensor.
Note: Removing the ½” plug from the mounting 

kit usually allows more fresh air to the sensor 

and prevents signal rise over time. Since fresh air 

promotes longer sensor life and overall long-term 

sensor performance, it is recommended that the 

sensor is installed outdoors.

Discharging to Atmosphere

The GG-VL2-NH3 sensor assembly should be installed 

outdoors three to five feet above the roofline, where 

the relief header discharges to the atmosphere (see 

Figure 1).

Discharging to Diffusion Tank

The GG-VL2-NH3 sensor assembly should be installed 

on the atmospheric vent on top of the water tank (see 

Figure 2). This type of installation will not catch the 

weeping relief valves, but will detect ammonia vapors 

from the water during a release event.
Caution: Installation of the sensor between SRV’s 

and the diffusion tank will not allow fresh air in, so 

any introduction of ammonia gas will stay trapped in 

the header, resulting in a continuously high signal. 

A compressed air purge may be required for this. 

Contact Calibration Technologies for details.

Содержание GG-VL2-NH3

Страница 1: ...Installation and Operation Manual GG VL2 NH3 AMMONIA VENT LINE SENSOR...

Страница 2: ...only in the manner described in this manual If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Calibration Technologies the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired This equipment shoul...

Страница 3: ...nstallation guidelines 5 Wiring 6 Operation 7 Start up 7 Calibration 7 Maintenance 10 Troubleshooting 11 Specifications 11 Warranty 12 For technical support contact Calibration Technologies 920 N Trad...

Страница 4: ...r Note The nipple of the supplied mounting kit should be welded to the relief header to allow airflow to the sensor Note Removing the plug from the mounting kit usually allows more fresh air to the se...

Страница 5: ...discharge path and have escape route planned Make sure ammonia does not discharge onto sensor assembly or personnel working on sensor i e mount sensor opposite side of discharge Install sensor enclosu...

Страница 6: ...ring Guidelines Use only the existing conduit hole for connections to the sensor Always use three conductor insulated stranded shielded copper cable Do not pull sensor wiring with AC power cables This...

Страница 7: ...down below approx 4 000 ppm NH3 This prevents the possibility of a low reading when the gas concentration exceeds the Upper Explosion Limit Calibration The GG VL2 NH3 sensor comes factory calibrated...

Страница 8: ...low up to an hour for the signal to return back to 4 mA after exposure to high concentrations Note If correct output during span adjustment is unachievable replace the sensor element See sensor replac...

Страница 9: ...NH3 Figure 3 Transmitter and sensor assembly Calibration port Unscrew cap to apply calibration gas Sensor element assembly Sensor cable plug Calibration switch Push to enter cal mode 40 200 mV mVDC B...

Страница 10: ...me exposure to liquid ammonia poisoning due to silicon based oils or lubricants sulfur compounds or high concentrations of chlorine gas Maintenance Sensor Replacement part GG VL2 NH3 RS When the senso...

Страница 11: ...1 Certified to CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 Troubleshooting Sensor Fault 0 5 mA signal output Indications any or all Red LED on transmitter lit and voltage signal at testpoints is 5 mVdc 5 mA output PLC disp...

Страница 12: ...e or defects attributable to repair of the product by any person other than an authorized dealer or contractor or the installation of unapproved parts on the product The obligations set forth in this...

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