
GDS-68XP Operation & Maintenance Manual, Revision 3.5
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GENERAL
INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The
GDS
‐
68XP
provides
a
safe
and
reliable
way
to
measure
the
level
of
hydrogen
sulfide,
mercaptan,
THT
and
other
gases
in
a
process
stream
that
contains
low
levels
of
oxygen.
The
GDS
‐
68XP
uses
a
programmed
sequencer
to
alternatively
apply
sample
and
purge
air
to
a
highly
sensitive
and
reliable
electrochemical
sensor.
Applying
purge
air
periodically
refreshes
the
sensor’s
chemistry,
significantly
extends
the
life
of
the
sensor
and
reduces
the
total
amount
of
sample
gas
released
into
the
atmosphere.
The
GDS
‐
68XP
can
be
configured
to
draw
samples
from
non
‐
pressurized
(ambient)
sources
or
to
accept
positive
pressure
samples,
from
+5
psig
to
+1500
psig.
Multiple
filter
options
are
available
and
the
unit
features
a
low
‐
flow
warning
switch
and
long
life
brushless
DC
pump
for
sample
and
purge
air.
The
GDS
‐
68XP
features
the
new
dual
‐
channel
GASMAX
CX
networked
gas
monitor.
In
addition
to
a
new
high
visibility
color
display,
the
GASMAX
CX
includes
an
Ethernet
port
with
built
‐
in
MODBUS/TCP
interface
and
web
server
for
complete
integration
into
user
networks.
GDS
Corp
software
can
be
used
to
remotely
monitor
the
status
and
performance
of
GDS
‐
68XP
systems
if
a
network
connection
is
available.
EXPLOSION
PROOF
INSTALLATION
The
GDS
‐
68XP
is
designed
for
use
in
Class
1
Division
1
hazardous
areas.
Installation
in
these
areas
should
follow
best
industry
standard
practices
and
all
appropriate
electrical
codes.
Generally,
these
codes
require
rigid
metal
conduit,
poured
seals
and
other
installation
elements
necessary
to
ensure
safety.
For
maximum
protection
against
RF
interference
or
electrical
surge,
the
GDS
‐
68XP
enclosure
and
interconnecting
conduit
must
be
properly
grounded.
INTRINSICALLY
SAFE
INSTALLATION
The
GDS
‐
68XP
is
not
designed
or
certified
for
use
as
an
Intrinsically
Safe
device.