Beacon 800 Gas Monitor Operator’s Manual Part Number: 71-0037RK Revision: C Released: 1/2/14 www.rkiinstruments.
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 About the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 About This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This chapter briefly describes the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor. This chapter also describes the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor Operator’s Manual (this document). Table 1 at the end of this chapter lists the specifications for the Beacon 800. About the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor The Beacon 800 is a fixed-mounted, continuous-monitoring instrument. This multiple channel gas monitor is capable of detecting gas at up to eight locations.
Specifications Table 1 lists specifications for the Beacon 800. Table 1: Beacon 800 Specifications Description Specification Input Power 100 to 240 VAC or 24 VDC Detector Head Input Type 2 or 3 wire 4-20mA transmitters Construction (housing) Fiberglass/polyester with lexan window (NEMA 4X) Dimensions 12.5 in. H x 11.0 in. W x 6.4 in. D (31.8 cm H x 27.9 cm W x 16.3 cm D) Weight 10.4 lbs.
Chapter 2: Description Overview This chapter describes external and internal components of the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor. External Description This section describes the housing and all external components of the Beacon 800. For the purposes of this description, the housing door is considered the front of the monitor. Housing The Beacon 800’s fiberglass housing is weather- and corrosion-resistant. It is suitable for installation where general purpose equipment is in use.
Internal Description This section describes the internal components of the Beacon 800.
Display screen 1 (channels 1-4) FAIL light Thumbscrew (total of 2) ESCAPE button ALARM 2 light UP (YES) button ALARM 1 light DOWN (NO) button ENTER button PILOT light Display screen 2 (channels 5-8) Figure 2: Display Board Component Location Status Lights The Beacon 800 includes four status lights that indicate the current status of the monitor: the ALARM 1 light, the ALARM 2 light, the FAIL light, and the PILOT light (see Figure 2).
Table 2: Beacon 800 Program Button Functions Button Function ESCAPE • • • Moves backward through the Configuration Menu Cancels changes you make in the Configuration Menu Enters the Configuration Menu (press with ENTER button) UP (YES) • • Accepts the displayed setting and proceeds to the next setting Changes the displayed setting DOWN (NO) • • Allows you to update the displayed setting Changes the displayed setting ENTER • • Saves changes you make in the Configuration Menu Enters the Configura
Table 3: Terminal Assignments for the Controller Terminal Strip Terminal No. Connects to: 24VDC (BAT-/BAT+) DC power source (you can use DC power as a primary or backup power source.
For example, the channel 1, alarm 1 relay energizes if channel 1 recognizes an alarm 1 condition. Figure 3 illustrates the allocation of the channel relays. Alarm 2 Alarm 1 Channel 1 Channel 8 Figure 3: Beacon 800 Channel Relay Allocation Common Relays The three common relays are above the AC terminal strip (see Figure 1). These relays are common for all channels. For example, the alarm 1 common relay energizes if any channel recognizes an alarm 1 condition.
Chapter 3: Installation and Start Up Overview This chapter describes procedures showing how to mount the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor, to make wiring connections to the monitor, and to start up the monitor. WARNING: Perform all installation and start-up procedures in a “fresh air” environment of normal oxygen content, and known to be free of combustible and toxic gas. The Beacon 800 is not in operation as a gas monitoring system until the start-up procedure is complete.
10.5 in. (26.7 cm) 8.0 in. (20.3 cm) 12.5 in. (31.8 cm) Note: The housing is 6.25 in. (15.9 cm) deep. 12.9 in. (32.8 cm) 13.4 in. (34.0 cm) 3/4 in.
Figure 5: Beacon 800 Gas Monitor External Wiring Diagram 11 • Mounting the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor Beacon 800 Gas Monitor Operator’s Manual (DC G round) + 2 4 V DC F B (4 - 2 0 m A) - 2 wire 4 - 2 0 m A Transm it ter Terminals (typical) Buzzer (fact ory wired) Reset Switch (fact ory wired) Communication (for f uture u se) 3 wire 4 - 2 0 m A T ransm it er Terminals (typical) + 2 4 V DC F B (4 - 2 0 m A) Transmitter Wiring Alarm Dev ices Alarm D ev ice Power Common Alarm Relay Wiring (typical
Wiring the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor This section describes procedures to connect the AC power source, DC power source, external alarms, and detector heads. See Figure 5 for a general wiring diagram of all external wiring to the Beacon 800. NOTE: All connections to building electrical systems must be installed in accordance with local requirements and must be installed by qualified personnel. WARNING: Make all connections to the Beacon 800 before you plug in or turn on the AC or DC power source.
4. Connect the AC power wires to the AC terminal strip and the earth ground wire to the # 10 ground stud as shown in Figure 6. Hot LINE Neutral GND Factory Wired to Ground Stud AC Power Source NEUT GND AC Terminal Strip Earth Ground Figure 6: AC Power Wiring Connecting the DC Power Source WARNING: Verify that the power source is unplugged or turned off at the power source end before you continue with this procedure. DC power may be used as a primary power source.
Connecting External Alarms Perform the following procedure to connect external alarm devices to the Beacon 800. NOTE: The alarm terminal strips include terminals that are dedicated to individual channels and levels of alarm. The controller terminal strip includes terminals for common alarms (dedicated to all channels). The example used in this procedure describes connecting an external alarm device to the channel 1, alarm 1 terminals on the alarm terminal strip. 1.
distance guidelines. Shielded cable or wires in conduit are recommended for the 2wire and 3-wire 4 - 20 mA transmitter detector heads. NOTE: If using shielded cable, do not connect the cable shield’s drain wire to earth ground at the detector head. The drain wire is only connected to earth ground at the Beacon 800. 6. Connect the wires from the detector head to the appropriate transmitter terminal strip. See the detector head instruction manual for controller terminal connections.
Figure 9 below illustrates typical transmitter wiring connections.
Chapter 4: Operation Overview This chapter describes the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor in normal operation. This chapter also describes the Beacon 800 in alarm 1, alarm 2, and fail conditions, and suggests responses to these conditions. Normal Operation Normal operation is defined as follows: • the start-up procedure is complete. • the Beacon 800 is not indicating an alarm 1, alarm 2, or fail condition. • the Beacon 800 is not running the Configuration menu.
Alarm Indications This section describes the Beacon 800 in alarm 1, alarm 2, and fail conditions, and suggests responses to these conditions. Table 4 lists the alarm indications for each condition. NOTE: The Beacon 800 includes alarm on and alarm off delay settings for each channel and level of gas alarm. The alarm indications described in this section operate according to the default delay settings.
Alarm 1 Condition This section describes the audible and visual indications for an alarm 1 condition and suggests responses to an alarm 1 condition. Alarm 1 Condition Indications When the gas reading of an active channel reaches the alarm 1 setpoint, the Beacon 800 senses an alarm 1 condition.
Responding to an Alarm 2 Condition This section suggests responses to an alarm 2 condition. 1. Follow your established procedure for a high-level combustible or toxic gas condition, or an increasing oxygen condition. 2. Oxygen alarms are factory set as self-resetting and will automatically clear when the oxygen reading rises above the alarm 2 setpoint. 3. Alarms for all other gas types are factory set as latching.
NOTE: When a 24 VDC battery is used as a backup power source, the Beacon 800 keeps the battery charged by providing a trickle charge from the AC power source. If AC power is interrupted, the Beacon 800 will operate from the DC backup battery until the battery voltage drops to 21.5 volts or less. Low Battery Condition Indications The Beacon 800 senses a low battery condition when: • AC power is disconnected, misconnected, or interrupted AND • the DC power source is 21.5 volts or less.
Viewing & Resetting Min/Max Readings The Reset switch may be used to view and reset the minimum and maximum gas readings for all active channels. 1. While the Beacon 100 is in normal operation, press and hold the Reset switch button for 3 seconds. 2. The display will indicate MIN / MAX Display on the top display and the bottom display will indicate Press RESET when done viewing . . . for 5 seconds before displaying the minimum and maximum readings for all active channels.
Chapter 5: Configuration Menu Overview This section describes how to use the Beacon 800s Configuration menu. With the Configuration menu, you can: • enable/disable channels • enter calibration mode to calibrate a detector head • set channel parameters • program the heavy duty relay relays (optional feature) NOTE: Channels included with the original shipment of the Beacon 800 are set up at the factory.
Enabling or Disabling Channels 1. To enter the Configuration menu, simultaneously press and hold the ESCAPE and ENTER buttons for approximately 5 seconds. Release the buttons when the You Have Entered the Configuration Menu... message appears on the top display screen. NOTE: The Configuration menu includes a 5-minute time-out feature. If you do not perform an action within 5 minutes of the previous action, the Beacon 800 automatically returns to normal operation. 2. Press the UP (YES) button to continue. 3.
Calibration Mode This section describes how to use calibration mode to calibrate a detector head. WARNING: The Beacon 800 is not an active gas monitoring device during the calibration procedure. Entering Calibration Mode 1. Assemble the calibration kit(s). See the instruction manual for each detector head for procedures specific to that detector head. 2. Open the Beacon 800’s housing door, and locate the program buttons to the right of the display screens. 3.
instructions on how to adjust the span (zero reading for oxygen) reading. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each detector head you wish to calibrate. NOTE: Allow all the gas readings to decrease below the alarm points (increase above for oxygen) before returning to normal operation to avoid unwanted alarms. 5. Press the ESCAPE button to return to normal operation. Configure Channel Settings Menu This section describes how to view and change channel parameters for the installed gas channels. 1.
C o n f i C h a s b S a v e g H e T P r e s s O r NO u A e h r a t i o N NE L c o m n e s e S n f o r 1 p l e t e d e t t i n g s ? Y E S t o S A V E t o A BOR T Figure 11: Save/Abort Selection 10. Press the UP (YES) button to save the Configuration, then press the DOWN (NO) button to return to normal operation. Table 8: Channel Setting Parameters Parameter (Factory-Set Value) Description UNITS and GAS TYPE (Factory setting depends on Detector Head.) The unit of measure and target gas.
Table 8: Channel Setting Parameters (Continued) Parameter (Factory-Set Value) Description ALARM-2 Relay (used for) (ALARM-2 Condition) If set as ALARM-2 Condition, the channel’s alarm 2 relay activates when an alarm 2 condition is initiated for the channel. If set as FAIL Condition, the channel’s alarm 2 relay activates when a fail condition is initiated for the channel. ALARM-2 Level (See the Beacon 800 Detector Head Specification sheet for the detector head installed on this channel.
Chapter 6: Maintenance Overview This chapter describes corrective maintenance procedures for the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor. The chapter includes a troubleshooting guide for problems you may encounter with the Beacon 800. Procedures to replace components of the Beacon 800 are at the end of this chapter. Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance of the Beacon 800 consists of daily, monthly, and quarterly procedures to ensure that the detector heads remain on zero (20.
Table 9: Troubleshooting the Beacon 800 (Continued) Condition Symptom(s) Probable Causes Recommended Action Frequent or Suspect Alarms • The Beacon 800 alerts you to frequent or suspect alarms. The transmitter’s fresh air readings remain on zero (20.9 for oxygen). • The Beacon 800 is experiencing false readings due to RFI or EMI. The transmitter wiring is disconnected, misconnected, or intermittent. 1. Verify that the transmitter wiring is properly shielded. 2.
Replacing the Fuses The Beacon 800 includes up to three fuses. This section applies to all three fuses. To replace other components of the Beacon 800, contact RKI Instruments, Inc. for further information. 1. Turn off or unplug all incoming power to the Beacon 800 at the power source end. 2. Open the housing door of the Beacon 800, then place the power switch in the OFF position.
Chapter 7: Optional Recorder Output Board & Heavy Duty Relay Board Overview This chapter describes the optional Recorder Output Board and the optional Heavy Duty Relay Board. It also includes procedures for wiring to the boards and instructions on programming the heavy duty relay board’s relays. Either board may be installed alone or both may be installed together. Figure 12 below shows both boards installed.
Recorder Output Board NOTE: Display Board Not Shown Recorder Output Board J1 TB3 J2 Recorder Output Terminal Strip, 8X Figure 13: Beacon 800 with Recorder Output Board Description When installed, the recorder output board is located below the display board and extends out from under it so the terminal strips are accessible for wiring.
recorder output board to TB3 on the main board below the power supply. If the heavy duty relay board is also installed, this cable has an additional section which connects to TB5 on the heavy duty relay board. The recorder output board provides a two linear analog signal outputs for each active channel, giving the reading for the channel. They are a current output and a voltage output: 4-20 mA (milliamps) and 1-5 V (volts).
6. Start up the Beacon 800 as described in “Chapter 3: Installation and Start Up” on page 9. When the Beacon 800 start up is complete, the recorder output board will be generating the analog output signals for all active channels. Operation The output of the board for a channel directly mirrors the signal from the detector head installed on that channel at all times regardless of whether the Beacon 800 is in normal operation or in the configuration menu.
Heavy Duty Relay Board NOTE: Display Board Not Shown Heavy Duty Relay Terminal Strip, 4X J1 Energized Relay Indication LED, 4X Heavy Duty Relay Board TB5 TB3 Figure 15: Beacon 800 with Heavy Duty Relay Board Description When installed, the heavy duty relay board is located below the display board. The terminals are not accessible unless the display board, which is hinged on its left side, is swung open.
and to J1 on the upper left of the display board. The other cable has a three position connector on each end, but one position is unused. This two wire cable runs from TB5 in the upper right of the heavy duty relay board to TB3 on the main board below the power supply. If the recorder output board is also installed, this cable has an additional section which connects to J1 on the recorder output board.
Heavy Duty Relay Board (Installed in Beacon 800) 1 2 3 TB5 4 Alarm Device Power Alarm Devices Figure 16: Wiring the Heavy Duty Relay Board 8. Rotate the display board back to its original position and secure it to the standoffs with the two thumbscrews. 9. Start up the Beacon 800 as described in Chapter 3. Operation Unlike the Beacon 800’s standard relay contacts which are form C (common, normally open, and normally closed contacts) the heavy duty relays are form A (common and normally open).
Programming the Heavy Duty Relays The heavy duty relays are programmed in the Configuration menu. The following relay conditions may be programmed: • enabled or disabled • normally de-energized (NDE) or normally energized (NE) • conditions under which a relay activates The Configure Power Relays menu item is displayed in the Configuration menu only if the heavy duty relay board is installed in the Beacon 800. Entering the Configuration Menu 1.
C A A F h L L A a A A I n R R L n e l M - 2 : M - 1 : : + 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 + - 5 - 6 - 7 8 - + - - Figure 17: Heavy Duty Relay Programming Grid A minus sign (-) in a grid position indicates that the condition on that channel will not cause this relay to activate. A plus sign (+) in a grid position indicates that the condition on that channel will cause the relay to activate. If one or more conditions marked with a (+) occur during normal operation, the relay will activate.
Parts List Table 10 lists the part numbers and descriptions for replacement parts and accessories offered for the Beacon 800 Gas Monitor. Table 10: Parts List, Beacon 800 Gas Monitor 41 • Parts List Part No. Description 18-0107RK Conduit Hub (3/4 in.
