IM12-03

Spectra 12 Series
Explosion Proof, Pressure and
Differential Pressure Switches UNITED ELECTRIC
CONTROLS

Installation and Maintenance

Instructions
Please read all instructional literature carefully and thoroughly before starting. Refer to the final page for the listing of
Recommended Practices, Liabilities and Warranties.

GENERAL FOR DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE MODELS, MOUNT UNIT AGAINST A RIGID

SUPPORT USING THE MOUNTING BRACKET ATTACHED TO THE SENSOR
MISUSE OF THIS PRODUCT MAY CAUSE EXPLOSION AND PERSONAL INJURY. ASSEMBLY. THEN CONNECT THE HIGH AND LOW PRESSURE CONNECTIONS
THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE THOROUGHLY READ AND UNDERSTOOD (HIGH PRESSURE PORT IS ON THE LEFT, WHEN FACING THE UNIT).
BEFORE UNIT IS INSTALLED. UNIT MAY BE MOUNTED IN ANY POSITION. HOWEVER, IF INSTAL-
LATION LOCATION RESULTS IN FREQUENT EXPOSURE TO
THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DIVISIONS 1 & 2, LIQUID IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE UNIT BE MOUNTED VERTICALLY WITH
GROUPS A, B, C AND D; CLASS II, DIVISIONS 1 & 2, GROUPS E, F AND G; THE PRESSURE CONNECTION DOWN. IF UNIT IS TO BE SET AFTER MOUNTING, VERIFY
CLASS III; OR NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY. -50 °C (-58 °F) ≤ Tamb. THAT ADJUSTMENT OPENING IS ACCESSIBLE. “FRONT” MARKING ON NAMEPLATE MUST
≤ 95 °C (203 °F), ENCLOSURE TYPE 4X. FACE THE OPERATOR.
1/2” NPTM or M20 Electrical Connection
THIS EQUIPMENT IS ATEX CERTIFIED (OPTION M419) FOR EQUIPMENT CAT-
When panel mounting, mount through 7/8” clearance hole in panel. Hold
EGORY 2. SUITABLE FOR APPROPRIATE USE IN GAS ZONE 1 AND DUST ZONE in place with serrated 1/2” or M20 conduit nut. Always support the unit by
21 APPLICATIONS. holding a wrench on the hex.
0539 DEMKO 03 ATEX 0252466X
TO ATTACH CONDUIT CONNECTION, HOLD ELECTRICAL CONNECTION STEADY WITH WRENCH ON
II 2 G EEx d IIC T6 HEX, THEN THREAD ON CONDUIT.
II 2 D T+85 °C
Surface Mounting Bracket Kit (P/N 62169-13), Option M449
-50 °C ≤ Tamb. ≤+80 ºC, IP66
Open the adjustment cover and orient the unit so that adjustment opening will be acces-
BEFORE INSTALLING, CHECK THE SENSOR MODEL SELECTED FOR sible when the switch is mounted. Close the adjustment cover ensuring that the bracket
COMPATIBILITY TO THE PROCESS MEDIA IN CONTACT WITH THE SENSOR AND does not interfere with the cover. Failure to do so may result in improper sealing of
WETTED PARTS. adjustment cover. Mount assembly in desired location, following instructions included with
mounting bracket kit.
PROOF PRESSURE* LIMITS STATED IN THE LITERATURE AND ON NAME-
PLATES MUST NEVER BE EXCEEDED, EVEN BY SURGES IN THE SYSTEM. WIRING
OCCASIONAL OPERATION OF UNIT UP TO PROOF PRESSURE IS ACCEPTABLE
(E.G., START-UP, TESTING). CONTINUOUS OPERATION SHOULD NOT EXCEED DISCONNECT ALL SUPPLY CIRCUITS BEFORE WIRING UNIT. ELECTRICAL RAT-
THE DESIGNATED OVER RANGE PRESSURE. INGS STATED IN LITERATURE AND ON NAMEPLATE MUST NOT BE EXCEED-
ED. OVERLOAD ON A SWITCH CAN CAUSE FAILURE ON THE FIRST CYCLE.
*Proof Pressure
EXTERNAL GROUNDING SCREW (OPTION M460) IS REQUIRED FOR NON-
The maximum pressure to which a pressure sensor may be occasionally subjected, METALLIC CONDUIT SYSTEMS.
which causes no permanent damage (e.g., start-up testing). (May require set-point
adjustment). WIRE IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES. BY
THE INSTALLATION, THE WIRES SHALL BE PROTECTED AGAINST MECHANI-
THESE PRODUCTS DO NOT HAVE ANY FIELD REPLACEABLE PARTS. ANY CAL DAMAGE. E.G. BY USE OF A CONDUIT.
SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I,
DIN CONNECTOR (OPTION M515) IS NOT APPROVED FOR CLASS I, DIV.
DIVISION 1.
1/HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS/FLAMEPROOF ATMOSPHERES.
The Spectra-12 switch utilizes a diaphragm or a piston sensor to detect a pressure
THE WIRING TO THE PRESSURE SWITCH MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED IN THE
change. The response, at a predetermined set point, actuates or deactuates a SPDT
SAFE AREA OR BY AN APPROVED TERMINAL BOX CERTIFIED TO EN 50 018
or DPDT snap-acting switch, converting a pressure signal into an electrical signal.
OR EN 50 019 FOR HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS/FLAMEPROOF ATMOSPHERES.
Control set point may be varied by turning the internal slotted adjustment screw
according to procedures outlined in Part II-Adjustments.
1/2" NPTM or M20 conduit connection is provided on top of the unit with 72” lead-
wires. Unit is available with SPDT or DPDT operation. External grounding screw and
Part I - Installation clamp is provided with option M460.
Tools Needed Factory Sealed Leadwires are color coded:
1-1/6" Open end wrench
TERMINALS SPDT DPDT
MOUNTING SWT1 SWT2
Common Brown Brown Yellow
ALWAYS LOCATE UNITS WHERE SHOCK, VIBRATION AND AMBIENT TEMPERATURE Normally Closed Red Red Black
FLUCTUATIONS ARE MINIMAL. DO NOT MOUNT IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Normally Open Blue Blue Violet
AREAS EXCEEDING 203°F (IF UL/cUL APPROVAL IS APPLICABLE) OR 80 °F (IF
ATEX APPROVAL IS APPLICABLE). IF SEVERE PRESSURE SURGES ARE EXPECTED, Ground Green Green
CONSIDER THE USE OF A PRESSURE SNUBBER.
FOR PRESSURE MODELS, MOUNT USING PRESSURE CONNECTION: ALWAYS USE A DIN Connector with 4 Male Terminals (figure 3)
Wire in accordance with local and national electrical codes. Connector conforms to
WRENCH ON PRESSURE CONNECTION WRENCH FLAT. (SEE FIGURE 1)
DIN 43650. Use a mating DIN connector (female type). Coding:
TERMINALS

Terminal #1 Common
DO NOT TURN
Terminal #2 Normally Closed
SWITCH HOUSING
MOUNT VIA Terminal #3 Normally Open
PRESSURE
CONNECTION Ground

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 RECOMMENDED PRACTICES AND WARNINGS
Part II - Adjustments United Electric Controls Company recommends careful consideration
of the following factors when specifying and installing UE pressure
Tools Needed and temperature units. Before installing a unit, the Installation and
Flathead screwdriver with 3/16” or 1/4” wide blade Maintenance instructions provided with unit must be read and under-
stood.
1. Connect control to pressure source. • To avoid damaging unit, proof pressure and maximum temperature
2. With power disconnected, slide cover toward electrical terminations while twisting limits stated in literature and on nameplates must never be exceeded,
it to over-come friction. even by surges in the system. Operation of the unit up to maximum
pressure or temperature is acceptable on a limited basis (e.g., start-up,
3. Connect power to terminals or leads. testing) but continuous operation must be restricted to the designated
4. Insert screwdriver into adjustment slot and turn left (clockwise) to increase adjustable range. Excessive cycling at maximum pressure or tempera-
setting or right (counterclock-wise) to decrease setting.(See figure 2). ture limits could reduce sensor life.
• A back-up unit is necessary for applications where damage to a pri-
For setting on RISE, apply desired pressure and turn adjustment left (clockwise) until mary unit could endanger life, limb or property. A high or low limit
switch clicks (circuit across N.O. and COM terminals closes). switch is necessary for applications where a dangerous runaway
For setting on FALL, apply pressure equal to normal system operating pressure. condition could result.
Reduce source pressure to setpoint value. Turn adjustment right (counter clockwise) • The adjustable range must be selected so that incorrect, inadvertent
until switch clicks (circuit across N.C. and COM terminals closes). or malicious setting at any range point cannot result in an unsafe
system condition.
• Install unit where shock, vibration and ambient temperature fluc-
tuations will not damage unit or affect operation. Orient unit so that
Dimensions moisture does not enter the enclosure via the electrical connection.
When appropriate, this entry point should be sealed to prevent mois-
Standard Configuration ture entry.
• Unit must not be altered or modified after shipment. Consult UE if
Dimension A modification is necessary.
Types Inches mm NPT
2 47∕8" 123.9 1/2"
• Monitor operation to observe warning signs of possible damage to
3 47∕8" 123.9 1/2" unit, such as drift in set point or faulty display. Check unit immedi-
4 47∕8" 123.9 1/4" ately.
5 47∕8" 123.9 1/2"
6 47∕8" 123.9 1/4"
• Preventative maintenance and periodic testing is necessary for criti-
7 513∕32" 137.5 1/2" cal applications where damage could endanger property or person-
8 47∕8" 123.9 1/4" nel.
9 513∕32" 137.5 1/2"
K1-K3 611∕16" 169.9 1/8" • For all applications, a factory set unit should be tested before use.
K4-K6 615∕16" 176.2 1/8" • Electrical ratings stated in literature and on nameplate must not be
P1-P3 53/8" 136.5 1/4" exceeded. Overload on a switch can cause damage, even on the first
cycle. Wire unit according to local and national electrical codes,
using wire size recommended in installation sheet.
• Do not mount unit in ambient temp. exceeding published limits.

LIMITED WARRANTY
Seller warrants that the product hereby purchased is, upon delivery,
free from defects in material and workmanship and that any such
figure 2 product which is found to be defective in such workmanship or mate-
rial will be repaired or replaced by Seller (Ex-works, Factory, Watertown,
Pressure Massachusetts. INCOTERMS); provided, however, that this warranty applies
only to equipment found to be so defective within a period of 36 months
from the date of manufacture by the Seller. Seller shall not be obligated
under this warranty for alleged defects which examination discloses are
due to tampering, misuse, neglect, improper storage, and in any case
where products are disassembled by anyone other than authorized Seller’s
representatives. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY OF REPAIR AND
REPLACEMENT STATED ABOVE, SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES
Type 2, 3, 5 Sensor Type 4, 6, 8, P1-P3 Sensor Type 7, 9 Sensor
WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Differential Pressure
LIMITATION OF SELLER’S LIABILITY
Seller’s liability to Buyer for any loss or claim, including liability incurred
in connection with (i) breach of any warranty whatsoever, expressed or
implied, (ii) a breach of contract, (iii) a negligent act or acts (or negligent
failure to act) committed by Seller, or (iv) an act for which strict liability
will be inputted to seller, is limited to the “limited warranty” of repair
and/or replacement as so stated in our warranty of product. In no event
shall the Seller be liable for any special, indirect, consequential or other
Type K1-K3 Type K4-K6 damages of a like general nature, including, without limitation, loss of
profits or production, or loss or expenses of any nature incurred by the
Types K1-K3 and K4-K6 shown with mounting bracket attached
buyer or any third party.
UE specifications subject to change without notice.
Option M515 DIN Connection

UNITED ELECTRIC
CONTROLS
180 Dexter Avenue, P.O. Box 9143
Watertown, MA 02471-9143 USA
Telephone: 617 926-1000 Fax: 617 926-2568
http://www.ueonline.com
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