Using Clusters
DS2 Docking Station
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INDUSTRIAL SCIENTIFIC
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NOTE:
The cluster fittings should only be used when clustering IDSs. Do not leave the fittings
connected to IDSs that are not a part of a cluster.
Step Instruction
2.
Connect a piece of polyurethane gas tubing from the cluster fitting on the back of the
first IDS and connect it to the cluster fitting on the back of the second IDS.
Figure 8-2. Back Plate of an IDS
Step Instruction
3.
Repeat this procedure (steps 1 and 2) for each of the IDSs that will be included in the
cluster, connecting the second IDS to the third, and the third to the fourth, and the
fourth to the fifth.
NOTE: Up to 5 IDSs can be included in a cluster.
4.
Connect each gas cylinder you wish to use to the Gas In connections on one of the
IDSs in the cluster. Be sure to reserve one Gas In connection for fresh air or a Zero
Air cylinder. See section 6.6 Configuring Gas Cylinders (page 6-182) for detailed
instructions for connecting gas cylinders.