Installation Preparations - Vaisala CARBOCAP MGP260 Serie Installations- Und Sicherheitshinweise

• If the process pressure is constant, a fixed pressure compensation value can be configured
into use.
The pressure compensation input settings (for example, input type selection and input scaling)
of MGP260 must match the pressure input source used in your application. For more
information on pressure compensation options and instructions on configuring compensation
input settings with Vaisala Insight PC software or Modbus, see MGP260 Series User Guide.
Gas safety during installation
WARNING!
flammable gas release or flame entrance.
WARNING!
(H S)) is possible when installing or removing the probe from the process.
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• Always follow local safety guidelines. Ensure that the work area is safe and
meets local regulations (for example, related to ventilation and personal
protective equipment).
• Use a personal gas detector to monitor the safety of the area you are
working in.
• After installation, use a gas detector to ensure that process connections are
leak-free.
CAUTION!
• Ensure that the thread type of the installation port is 1.5" female NPT. If
unsure, verify the thread type with the 1.5" NPT thread test plug.
• Apply PTFE tape to the 1.5" male NPT thread of the probe as instructed in
Installing into process (page
not been damaged by rotating the probe open (counter-clockwise) in the
installation port.

Installation preparations

Before starting the installation, check the following:
• Make sure that your installation site suits the Ex classification of the probe: see
(page 6).
• Review the hazardous area information in
locations (page 6)
• Review the wiring diagram included in this document for power supply requirements:
MGP260 probes require a dedicated 18 ... 30 VDC power supply. Note that in addition to
the power supply input for the probe, each analog output must be externally powered.
• Review the information in
you are using a pressure compensation input source that matches the settings of your
MGP260 probe.
While installing or uninstalling the device, there is a risk of
Exposure to hazardous gases (for example, hydrogen sulfide
To avoid compromising the leak tightness of the installation:
15), and make sure that the PTFE tape seal has
Using MGP260 series probes in hazardous
and make sure that the conditions for safe use are met.
Pressure compensation input options (page 12)
Table 1
and ensure that
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