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Victoreen® 948A-40 and 948A-50
Remote Alarm and Alarm/Meter
Instruction Manual
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Contents Section 1: Introduction.................................................................................................................... 1-1 1.1 General Description................................................................................................................................................1-1 1.2 Application............................................................................................................................................................
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Section 1 Introduction 1.1 General Description Remote Alarm and Alarm/Meter (948A-40 & 948A-50) The 948A-50 Remote Alarm/Meter continuously indicates the level of radiation at the detector site and provides a visual and audible indication of a high radiation level on an analog meter, light, and Sonalert. The meter of the 7 Remote Alarm/Meter is an analog meter scale that indicates in the range of 0.1 to 10 mR/h. The light and Sonalert are actuated when the radiation level exceeds the h
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1.4 Receiving Inspection Upon receipt of the unit: 1. Inspect the carton(s) and contents for damage. If damage is evident, file a claim with the carrier and notify Cardinal Health at 440.248.9300. 2. Remove the contents from the packing material. 3. Verify that all items listed on the packing list have been received and are in good condition. CAUTION If any of the listed items are missing or damaged, notify Cardinal Health at 440.248.9300. 1.5 Storage Storage of Victoreen instru
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Indicated battery and other operational tests must be performed prior to each use to assure that the instrument is functioning properly. If applicable, failure to conduct periodic performance tests in accordance with ANSI N323-1978 (R1983) Radiation Protection Instrumentation Test and Calibration, paragraphs 4.6 and 5.4, and to keep records thereof in accordance with paragraph 4.5 of the same standard, could result in erroneous readings or potential danger. ANSI N323-1978 becomes, by this re
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Section 2 Installation 2.1 Installation CAUTION Ensure all power is removed prior to installing the 948A- 40 or 948A-50 Remote Alarm, Alarm/Meter. Installation of the 948A-50 Remote Alarm/Meter consists of finding a suitable location for mounting, such as a wall or post, and providing an electrical interface. Both the 948A-40 and 948A-50 Remote Alarm, Remote Alarm/Meter can be mounted up to 1500 feet from the detector and UDR. There are two possible wiring configurations (referenc
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Section 3 Operation 3.1 Operation Since the operation and theory for the 948A-40 is identical to the 948A-50 with the exception that the 948A-40 has no meter, only the 948A-50 will be discussed. Once installation has been completed, operation of the VICTOREEN 948A-50 Remote Alarm/Meter is automatic and does not require operator attention. 7 The analog meter continuously indicates the level of radioactivity measured at the detector site from 0.1 to 10 mR/h. The light and Sonalert are ac
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Section 4 Maintenance, Calibration, and Troubleshooting 4.1 Maintenance The 948A-40 Remote Alarm and 948A-50 Remote Alarm/Meter require no routine maintenance other than periodic calibration for the 948A-50. Refer to calibration for further information. 4.2 Calibration The 948A-50 requires calibration before it is initially placed into service. In addition, it should be recalibrated at regular intervals during routine service. The length of time between calibration intervals should
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Troubleshooting consists of checking the field wiring; refer to loop drawing 945-3 in Appendix A. If a problem develops with the remote alarm/meter, refer to the applicable drawings located in Appendix A and to TP948A for the factory test procedure. Should it be necessary to return the remote alarm/meter during the warranty period, contact Cardinal Health at 440.248.9300. NOTE If a problem cannot be resolved by applying the troubleshooting procedures described above, contact Cardinal
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Appendix A Applicable Drawings and Bill of Materials A.1 Drawings Drawing Number Description GEL948A-50 Dimensional Outline 948A-40-5 Assembly Drawing w/o Meter 948A-50-5 948A-40/948A-50 Assembly Drawing 948A-50-3 Schematic Diagram 945-3 Loop Diagram 945A-3 Loop Diagram WL948A-40-5 Wire List WL948A-50-5 Wire List TP948A Test Procedure A.2 Bill of Materials Drawing Number Description 948A-40 Remote Alarm 948A-50 Remote Alarm/Meter 948A-40-5 Remote Alarm 948A-50-5 Remot
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Radiation Management Services For additional information, please contact Radiation Management Services business of Cardinal Health at 440.248.9300. © 2004 Cardinal Health, Inc. or one of its subsidiaries All rights reserved. Manual No. 948A-50-1 Rev. 2 04 aug 04 Cardinal Health 6045 Cochran Road Cleveland, Ohio 44139 www.cardinal.com/rms
