Model IR5500
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Protection for Life
General Monitors’ mission is to benefit society by providing solutions through
industry leading safety products, services, and systems that save lives and protect
capital resources from the dangers of hazardous flames, gases, and vapors.
This manual provides instruction for installing and operating General Monitors’
Model IR5500 for combustible gas detection. It should be read in full and the
information contained herein understood before attempting to place the system in
service.
The safety products you have purchased should be handled carefully and installed,
calibrated, and maintained in accordance with the respective product instruction
manual. Remember these products are for your safety.
Special Warnings
The Model IR5500 Infrared Open Path System contains components which can be
damaged by static electricity. Special care must be taken when wiring the system
to ensure that only the connection points are touched.
WARNING:
Toxic, combustible, and flammable gases and vapors are dangerous.
Extreme caution should be used when these hazards are present.
Do not open when an explosive atmosphere is present.
Potential electrostatic charging hazard. Use only a damp cloth for
cleaning.
CAUTION:
Read and understand this instruction manual before operating or
servicing the equipment.
Seal all conduits within 18 inches of enclosure.
Use wire suitable for 16°C above ambient for the Receiver and 32°C
above ambient for the Source.
Figure 1: IR5500 Open Path Gas Detector
