Specifications
 INSTALLATION 
3.3.5 Analytical Leak Check 
If explosive or hazardous gas samples are being measured with the µCEM, it is 
recommended that gas line fittings and components be thoroughly leak-checked prior 
to initial application of electrical power, and at bimonthly intervals thereafter, as well as 
after any maintenance which involves breaking the integrity of the sample containment 
system. 
3.3.5.1  Flow Indicator Method 
Figure 3-8. Leak Test Flow Method 
Supply air or inert gas such as nitrogen, at 10 psig (689 hPa), to the analyzer through a 
flow indicator with a range of 0 to 250 cc/min. Install a shut-off valve at the sample gas 
outlet. Set the flow rate to 125 cc/min. 
Close the outlet shut-off valve and notice that the flow reading drops to zero. If the flow 
reading does not drop to zero, the system is leaking and must be corrected before the 
introduction of any flammable sample gas or application of power. 
3.3.5.2 Manometer Method 
Install a water-filled U-tube manometer at the sample gas outlet. Install a shut-off valve 
at the sample gas inlet. Admit air or inert gas to the inlet shut-off valve until the analyzer 
is pressurized to approximately 50 hPa. The water column will be about 500 mm. 
Flow 
Meter 
N
2
10 psig 
(69 kPa) 
Rosemount Analytical  µCEM Continuous Analyzer Transmitter  3–1 
Gas 
Outlet 










