Key facts
- Brand
- Simrad
- Model
- GD10P
- Category
- Industrial Robot
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2023-10-16
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Simrad GD10PE IR Gas Detector Operating Manual
The Simrad GD10PE is an extended point detector designed for monitoring low concentrations of hydrocarbons in hazardous environments using IR-absorption technology. It features a solid-state design with continuous self-testing to ensure reliability and stability without requiring frequent calibration or voting systems.
This manual provides instructions for installing the unit in air ducts, ventilation pipes, or as a wall-mounted point detector. It details electrical connections, start-up procedures, maintenance tasks such as cleaning optical windows, functional testing, and calibration checks.
Simrad GD10P specifications
| Zero point offset tolerance | up to 4.5mA at room temperature |
|---|---|
| Recommended re-zeroing threshold | less than 5.0 mA |
| Re-zeroing temperature range | 20 – 25 degC |
| Power supply requirement | 24 VDC / 0.3 A |
| Calibration duration (newer units) | approx. 3 minutes |
| Calibration duration (pre-summer 1998) | 6 min |
Source: Simrad GD10P Gas Detector Extended On-site Maintenance Manual
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Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
Who is authorized to use the handheld terminal for re-zeroing?
The handheld terminal shall be used by personnel trained specifically by Simrad staff only.
From: Simrad GD10P Gas Detector Extended On-site Maintenance Manual
What is the recommended temperature for re-zeroing?
The procedure must be performed in a controlled environment with a temperature of 20 – 25 degC.
From: Simrad GD10P Gas Detector Extended On-site Maintenance Manual
Does the GD10PE require oxygen for measurement?
No, the presence of oxygen is not required for correct measurement.
How often does the detector need calibration?
The factory set calibration remains stable and no manual recalibration is needed after installation due to the dual wavelength concept.