SEC 3000 Gas Detector

Instruction and Operation Manual

Sensor Electronics Corporation
5500 Lincoln Drive
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55436 USA
(952) 938-9486 Fax (952) 938-9617
Email [email protected]

Part Number 75-3000 Version 091404-001

 Commitment
Our quality and service are uncompromising. We back each of our products with a two-year warranty on all
materials and workmanship. We offer technical support, user training and on-site service and maintenance
of equipment to meet the needs of our customers.

Gas Detection Service

Individually designed maintenance packages are available for specific customer needs. Service begins with
verification of the system installation that includes an initial system check and calibration. We then offer
customer training programs (on-site and at factory) to insure that technical personnel fully understand
operation and maintenance procedures. When on-the-spot assistance is required, service representatives
are available to handle any questions or problems immediately.

Warranty
Sensor Electronics Corporation (SEC) warrants products manufactured by SEC to be free from defects in
workmanship and materials for a period of two (2) years from date of shipment from the factory. Any parts
returned freight pre-paid to the factory and found defective within the warranty would be repaired or
replaced, at SEC's option. SEC will return repaired or replaced equipment pre-paid lowest cost freight. This
warranty does not apply to items, which by their nature are subject to deterioration or consumption in normal
service. Such items may include:
Fuses and Batteries.
Warranty is voided by abuse including rough handling, mechanical damage, alteration or repair. This
warranty covers the full extent of SEC liability and SEC is not responsible for removal, replacement costs,
local repair costs, transportation costs or contingent expenses incurred without prior written approval.
Sensor Electronics Corporation's obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement of
any product that has been returned to Sensor Electronics Corporation for warranty consideration. This
warranty is expressly in lieu of any and all other warranties expressed or implied, and all other obligations or
liabilities on the part of Sensor Electronics Corporation including but not limited to, the fitness for a particular
purpose. In no event shall Sensor Electronics Corporation be liable for direct, incidental, or consequential
loss or damage of any kind connected with the use of it's products or failure to function or operate properly.

Year 2000 Compliance

All Sensor Electronics products have been tested and are certified by Sensor Electronics to accurately
process date/time and date/time related data from, into and between the 20th and 21st centuries. Sensor
Electronics products neither contain nor create any logical or mathematical inconsistency, will not
malfunction, and will not cease to function when processing date/time data.
Please contact Sensor Electronics for further information.
 Table of Contents

I. SPECIFICATIONS

II. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

III. OPERATION
Installation and Startup

IV. CALIBRATION

V. MAINTENANCE

VI. PARTS LIST

VII. DRAWING SECTION

I. SPECIFICATIONS

Model: SEC 3000 Gas Detector

Available gases:
Ammonia Carbon Monoxide Hydrogen
Nitric Oxide Oxygen Phosgene
Bromine Chlorine Chlorine Dioxide
Fluorine Hydrogen Peroxide Ozone
Hydrogen Chloride Hydrogen Cyanide Hydrogen Fluoride
Hydrogen Sulfide Nitrogen Dioxide Sulfur Dioxide
Arsine Diborane Germane
Hydrogen Selenide Phosphine Silane
Formaldehyde

Please note that this list is not all-inclusive. The SEC 3000 sensors can be calibrated for other toxic gases
provided a calibration gas is available. For more please contact Sensor Electronics Corporation.

Model Number: SEC3000

Detection Method: Electrochemical or Galvanic

Aspiration:
Diffusion
Optional sample draw (requires 1 liter per minute sample flow rate)

Output (Analog): 4-20 mA (Source type), max. 1000 Ohm load at 24 VDC supply voltage

Output (Digital) Interactive Interface Available On The Calibration (White) Wire

Response Time: Varies for type of sensing element

Construction: 316 Stainless Steel Explosion Proof

Accuracy: +/- 5%

Operating Temperature Rating:

-40° to +70°C at 0 to 99% RH (non-condensing)

Operating Voltage:
24 VDC Operating range: 18 to 32 VDC measured at the detector head

Power Consumption: 1 Watt Max.

Max. Current Draw: 40 mA (at 24 VDC)

Approvals: CSA: Class 1, Division 1, Groups B,C,D

Installation Category: Cat. I, Pollution Degree 2

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II GENERAL DESCRIPTION

CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used in this manual.

! Warning Statement

VDC (DC Voltage)

SEC 3000
The SEC 3000 toxic gas detector is a microprocessor based intelligent gas detector that continuously
monitors toxic gases and vapors ideally suited for use in harsh environments.
The SEC 3000 is a stand-alone device providing a continuous 4 to 20 mA output.

Features
• Compact low cost design
• No field gas calibration required
• Intrinsically Safe and explosion proof
• Universal control board
• Interchangeable sensor modules for oxygen and toxic gases
• Temperature compensated sensor
• Stand alone gas detector with 4-20 mA sourced output
• Corrosion resistant 316 stainless steel housing construction
• Long life electrochemical sensors
• Optional heater with closed loop temperature control ensures accuracy in low temperature applications

Can Be Coupled With SEC3100 Transmitter to Provide

• Alarm and Fault Relays
• Isolated RS485 Modbus Interface
• Lighted LCD Display
• Magnetic Switches For Unit Calibration Configuration

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III. OPERATION

Installation and Startup

! Warning: The user shall be made aware that if the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

The first step in the installation process is to establish a mounting location for the SEC 3000. Select a
location that is typical of the atmosphere to be monitored or close to the anticipated source of a dangerous
gas.

It is very important that the SEC 3000 be properly located to enable it to provide maximum protection. The
most effective number and placement of sensors vary depending on the conditions of the application. When
determining where to locate sensors the following factors should be considered.

• What are the characteristics of the gas that is to be detected? Is it lighter or heavier than air? If it is
lighter than air the sensor should be placed above the potential gas leak. Place the sensor close to the
floor for gases that are heavier than air or for vapors resulting from liquid spills. Note that air currents
can cause a gas that is heavier than air to rise. In addition, if the temperature of the gas is hotter than
ambient air or mixed with gases that are lighter than air, it could also rise.

• How rapidly will the gas diffuse into the ambient air? Select a location for the sensor that is close to the
anticipated source of a gas leak.

• Wind or ventilation characteristics of the immediate area must also be considered. Movement of air may
cause gas to accumulate more heavily in one area than in another. The detector should be placed in the
areas where the most concentrated accumulation of gas is anticipated. For outdoor applications with
strong wind conditions, it may require the sensors to be mounted closer together and on the down wind
side, to the anticipated area of a gas leak. Also take into consideration for indoor applications, the fact
that many ventilation systems do not operate continuously.

• The sensor should be accessible for maintenance.

• Excessive heat or vibration can cause premature failure of any electronic device and should be avoided
if possible.

• Follow all national and local installation codes and practices.

The SEC 3000 has a ¾” NPT threaded connector for mounting the detector to a junction box. SEC can
provide a junction box with terminals for this purpose.

A user-supplied junction box can be used providing it has the appropriate sized NPT conduit entries. The
junction box must be suitable for use in the application and location in which it is being installed. After the
device has been installed, a calibration is required. Refer to the Calibration section of this manual.

Wiring connections
Red wire: 18 to 32 VDC
Black wire: DC Common
Blue wire: 4 to 20 mA output
White wire: Smart Calibration Wire (data wire)
Earth Ground: Two (2) grounding screws on SEC 3000 housing.

Wire sizing:
0 to 500 feet, recommended wire gauge size 16 AWG
501 to 1000 feet, recommended wire gauge size 14 AWG

Shielded cable is recommended. Wiring should be installed in medal conduit with no other cabling in the
same conduit.

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Warm-up
When power is applied to the detector, it enters a one (1) minute warm-up mode. The output current will be
0.8 mA during the warm up time period. At the end of the warm-up period with no faults present, the
detector automatically enters the normal operating mode (4 mA). If a fault is present after warm-up, the
detector current output will indicate a fault. See the following chart for fault code status. Some
electrochemical sensors will take up to 24 hours to stabilize. Newly installed sensors should be calibrated
after they have been allowed to stabilize.

Normal

In the normal operating mode, the 4 to 20 mA signal levels correspond to the detected gas concentration.
The detector continuously checks for system faults or initiation of calibration and automatically changes to
the appropriate mode.

The 4 to 20 mA output of the SEC 3000 is a non-isolated current source.

Current Output and Corresponding Status

Current Output Status.

0-20 mA Normal measuring mode

0.0 mA Unit Fault
0.8 mA Unit warm up
1.2 mA Zero drift fault
1.6 mA Calibration fault
2.0 mA Unit spanning
2.2 mA Unit zeroing
4-20 mA Normal measuring mode
4.0 mA Zero gas level
5.6 mA 10% Full Scale
8.0 mA 25% Full Scale
12 mA 50% Full Scale
16 mA 75% Full Scale
20 mA Full scale
>20 mA Over-range

Once the fault is cleared the SEC 3000 will automatically resume normal operation.

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IV. CALIBRATION

SEC 3000

The SEC 3000 is factory calibrated zeroed and spanned with calibration gas. After the SEC 3000 is installed
under power for 24 hours it should be calibrated (zeroed and spanned) with calibration gas.

Calibration frequency is dependant on the application and installation requirements. Typical calibration of
the gas sensors should be done on a quarterly basis.

The SEC 3000 sensor board is factory programmed with the following parameters. The parameters can be
changed using the SEC 3000 PC Link software package. Refer the SEC 3000 PC Link Instruction Manual
for additional information.

Gas Type
Range
Calibration Gas
Calibration Date
Sensor Bias Voltage (Not Adjustable)

If the calibration gas concentration is known, the SEC 3000 sensor can be zeroed and spanned in the field.
The SEC 3000 can also be calibrated using the SEC 3000 PC Link software package. Refer the SEC 3000
PC Link Instruction Manual for additional information.

Hardwire Calibration Method (For declassified areas)

Before beginning calibration attach the SEC 3000 Calibration Adaptor (PN 1421468) to the SEC 3000
sensor housing. The zero and span gas flow should be regulated to 1.0 liter per minute (LPM).

Zeroing the SEC 3000

Apply clean air or zero air (nitrogen for oxygen sensor).
Connect calibration wire (white wire on SEC 3000) to negative (black wire of SEC 3000, common of the
power supply) for ten (10) seconds, upon release the sensor will automatically enter the zero calibration
routine. The electronics will automatically adjust the sensor’s signal to the new zero reference level. During
the zero calibration routine, the current output of the SEC 3000 will briefly go to 2.2 mA. Although this can
be accomplished manually, installation of a switch (contact closure) can accomplish the zeroing procedure.
It is recommended that this switch be a momentary type switch to prevent it from inadvertently being left in
the calibrate position. If after 20 seconds the calibration lead has not been removed from common, the SEC
3000 will ignore the signal and continue operation as normal.

Spanning the SEC 3000

Apply the correct span gas concentration to the sensor (20.9% volume of O2 for oxygen sensor).
Connect calibration wire (white wire on SEC 3000) to positive (red wire of SEC 3000, +24 VDC of the power
supply) for ten (10) seconds; upon release the sensor will automatically enter the span calibration routine.
The electronics will automatically adjust the sensor’s signal to the new span reference level. During the span
calibration routine, the current output of the SEC 3000 will briefly go to 2.0 mA. Although this can be
accomplished manually, installation of a switch (contact closure) can accomplish the spanning procedure. It
is recommended that this switch be a momentary type switch to prevent it from inadvertently being left in the
calibrate position. If after 20 seconds the calibration lead has not been removed from +24 VDC, the SEC
3000 will ignore the signal and continue operation as normal.

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V. MAINTENANCE
The SEC 3000 does not normally require routine maintenance other than calibration. The only consumable
item on the SEC 3000 is the sensing element. The toxic gas sensing element will typically last for 2 years of
operation.

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VI. Parts List
Part Number Description
142 SEC 3000 PC Link software package
142 Sensor Separation Kit
1421468 Cal Adapter
1421467 Splash Guard
1421467 Sample Draw Adapter

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 Cross Sensitivity Table
Gas Sensor
NH3 Cl2** HF HCl HCN H2S SO2 CO H2 O2 NO NO2 Hydride SiH4 COCl2 Form. ETO

NH3 - N 0.05 N N N N N N N N N N N N N N

CO 0.05 N N 0.005 N 0.002 N - 0.1 N N 0.001 N N N 0.5 0.5

H2 0.02 N N 0.01 0.01 0.001 0.005 0.1 - N 0.001 0.001 0.00002 0.001 N 0.05 0.05
NO N N N 1.5 3 0.4 0.04 0.1 N N - N N 0.3 0.1 0.8 0.8
O2 * N N * * * * * * - * * * * N N N
Interferring Gas

Cl2** -0.1 - 1 N N N -0.1 N N (1) N 0.5 N N 0.1 N N

HCl N N 0.5 - N N N N N N N -0.3 N N 0.05 0.2 0.2
HCN N -0.08 -0.1 0.01 - N 0.15 0.1 N N N -0.07 N N 0.5 0.1 0.1
HF N N - N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
H2S 0.3 -0.1 -0.3 3 N - N N N N N -2.5 N N N 2 2
NO2 N 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.5 0.1 -0.8 N N N N - N N -1 0.1 0.1
SO2 N -0.01 1 0.5 2.0 0.1 - N N N N -1 N N 0.2 0.4 0.4
Hydri 0.5 N N 1.5 4.0 0.5 2 N N N 1 -2 - 1 N 2 2
de
SiH4 0.5 N N 1.5 4.0 0.5 2 N N N 1 -2 1 - N 2 2
CO2 N N N N N N N N N (2) N N N N N N N
CH4 N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
CH3SH N -0.04 -0.1 1 N 0.3 N N N N N -0.8 N N N 1 1
C2H2 0.03 N N N 0.04 -0.01 0.02 0.1 0.1 N 0.05 N 0.00005 0.005 N 1.2 1.2
C2H4 N N N N N N N 0.1 0.1 N N N N N N 1 1
C2H6O 0.01 N N 0.01 0.02 0.005 0.05 N N N 0.001 0.001 0.00001 0.01 N 2 2

Cross sensitivity data was developed by exposure of sensors to gas concentrations below 100 PPM. Sensors may show either
transient or continuous responses different from those listed above if exposed to very high concentrations of gas. The values
shown are the equivalent signal generated by the sensor when exposed to 1 PPM of the indicated gas. For instance, exposure
of a chlorine (oxidant) sensor to 1 PPM of nitrogen dioxide would produce a sensor signal equivalent to 0.2 PPM chlorine.
Negative numbers indicate gases that can cause low readings when present with the target gas
* Indicates a three electrode sensor that requires a minimum of 5% oxygen for proper operation.
** Data shown for the chlorine sensor refers to the sensor used for bromine, chlorine, chlorine dioxide, fluorine or ozone.
Oxygen sensors will respond to halogen gases at % levels but are unaffected by low PPM levels.
Oxygen sensor response will be affected by % levels of CO2 but unaffected by low PPM levels.

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VII. Drawing Section

Figure # Title

Figure 1 Wiring Diagram, SEC 3000

Figure 2 SEC Sensor Separation Kit

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Part Number Construction

Gas Type Range Units Wire/Cable Wire Length

30 XX XXXX X X XXX
Range Value (4 Places) M: PPM 0: Wires Inches Length
B: PPB 1: Cable Or
V: %Vol S: Standard Length
L: %LEL (24”)
B2H6: 32
AsH3: 32
BCl3: 21
BF3: 23
Cl2: 11
ClF3: 23
CO: 16
DCS: 21
F2: 13
H2: 18
H2S: 24
HBr: 23
HCl: 21
HF: 23
NH3: 15
O2: 19
PH3: 32
SiH4: 33
SO2: 27
TiCl4: 21
WF6: 23

Example: 0-100PPM Carbon Monoxide with 36 inches of wire

P/N: 30160100M036

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