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1. The detector does not enter alarm Alarm setpoint s are set incorrectly Reset alarm setpoints see Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Alarm setpoint s set to zero Reset alarm setpoints see Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Detector is in calibration mode Complete the calibration procedure The detector intermittently enters alarm Ambient gas levels are near alarm Detector is operating normally Use without apparent reason setpoint or the sensor is exposed to caution in suspect areas Check a puff of the target gas maximum gas exposure reading Alarms set incorrectly Reset alarm setpoints see Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Missing or faulty sensor Replace sensor see Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter The detector automatically shuts off Automatic shutdown feature Replace batteries see Replacing activated due to weak batteries the Batteries The detector displays IntErnAL cLock General fault Contact BW Technologies hAS FAiLEed 64 Replacement Parts and Accessories A Warning To avoid personal injury or damage to the detector use only the specified replacement parts To order parts or accessories contact BW Technologies Table 17 Replacement Parts and Accessories S4 W04 Replacement combustible 1 sensor S4 W04 SF Replacement combustible 1 sensor with silicone filter SR X10 Replacement O 2 year sensor D4 RHMO4 Replacemen
2. GasAlertMicro H S CO O5 SO Combustibles 1 2 3 and 4 Gas Detectors User Manual INNOVATORS IN GAS DETECTION Technologies mmm A 3 3P 3 Limited Warranty amp Limitation of Liability BW Technologies LP BW warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two years beginning on the date of shipment to the buyer This warranty extends only to the sale of new and unused products to the original buyer BW s warranty obligation is limited at BW s option to refund of the purchase price repair or replacement of a defective product that is returned to a BW authorized service center within the warranty period In no event shall BW s liability hereunder exceed the purchase price actually paid by the buyer for the Product This warranty does not include a fuses disposable batteries or the routine replacement of parts due to the normal wear and tear of the product arising from use b any product which in BW s opinion has been misused altered neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation handling or use c any damage or defects attributable to repair of the product by any person other than an authorized dealer or the installation of unapproved parts on the product or The obligations set forth in this warranty are conditional on a proper storage installation calibration use maintenance and complian
3. Display Elements Wem Alarm condition Battery life indicator Button indicator displays when a button press is allowed 6 Datalogger card indicator optional s Gmwme 9 meialyspansenor Alarm condition WES TWA STEL or multi gas or view TWA STEL and maximum MAX gas exposures GasAlertMicro Getting Started Table 5 Pushbuttons a To activate the detector press To deactivate the detector press and hold until OFF displays approximately 5 seconds To enable disable the confidence beep when the detector is deactivated press and hold While holding O press This enables disables the confidence beep while activating the start up process To bypass calibration after auto zero press To access the software level information press at any time from any of the user options To increment a displayed value or to scroll up press a To enter the user options menu press a and Y simultaneously and hold for 5 seconds To clear the TWA STEL and MAX gas exposure readings press and a simultaneously To quickly scroll through options press and hold 4 To decrement a displayed value or scroll down press v To initiate calibration and enter alarm setpoints press and v simultaneously and hold for 5 seconds To quickly scroll through options press and hold Y To view the TWA STEL and MAX hold readings press To acknowledge latched alarms p
4. Full 2 year warranty including all sensors Approvals Approved by CSA to both U S and Canadian Standards Approved Class Division 1 Group A B C and D Class I Zone 0 Group IIC Standards CAN CSA C22 2 No 157 and C22 2 152 ANSI UL 913 and ANSI ISA S12 13 Part 1 CE LCIE EEx ia d IIC ATEX amp Il 1 G ATEX LCIE 03 ATEX 6091 X BAM 04 ATEX 0002 X 69 GasAlertMicro User Manual It is recommended that BAM certified detectors be calibrated once every 90 days IECEx ABS type approved VA 348 169 X O measuring function BAM ZBA 008 04 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES 003 Canadian EMI requirements These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interferences to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference with radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase
5. Look for cracks and missing parts If the detector is damaged or parts are missing contact BW Technologies immediately Ensure the battery compartment is locked in place before operating the detector Use only a sensor that is specifically designed for the GasAlertMicro model Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Calibrate the detector before first time use and continue on a regular schedule The schedule will depend upon use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants BW recommends that calibration be performed a minimum of once every 180 days 6 months BW recommends to bump test the sensors before each day s use to confirm their ability to respond to gas by exposing the detector to a gas concentration that exceeds the high alarm setpoints Manually verify that the audible and visual alarms are activated Calibrate if the readings are not within the specified limits BW recommends that the combustible sensor be checked with a known concentration of calibration gas after any known exposure to catalyst contaminants poisons sulfur compounds silicon vapors halogenated compounds etc The combustible sensor is factory calibrated to 50 LEL methane If monitoring a different combustible gas in the LEL range calibrate the sensor using the selected gas High off scale LEL or v v methane readings may indicate an explosive concentration Protect the combustible sensor from exposure to lead compounds silicones and chlor
6. MMC card in Windows and then complete the following Remove the MMC card from the card reader 2 Insert the MMC card into the detector and allow the detector to reformat part of the MMC 3 Remove the MMC card from the detector and insert it back into the card reader From the computer double click on My Computer 5 Select the drive that corresponds to the card reader 6 The recorded data file LOGFILEO CSV should be visible 51 GasAlertMicro User Manual 52 If the recorded data file is still not visible insert the MMC card back into the detector and then activate the detector The LCD will display the following message Error dAtA fiLE hAS bEEn dELEtEd The options to erase or to restore data then display rEStorE Use a and v to select rEStorE and press to confirm the selection The detector restores the data to the MMC card and resumes the start up procedure ErASE Use a and v to select ErASE and press to confirm the selection The LCD displays ArE You SurE Note Once data is erased it cannot be retrieved Press to confirm or press to abort IFO is pressed all data will be erased If is pressed the LCD will display the following message NotE CArd CAnnot bE uSEd PuLL out CArd to ContinuE Insert a new card or erase the data The detector then resumes normal operation Direct Import to Compatible Programs Note Information from this point on applies only to
7. Mode The micro bAt option verifies if the detector is using the GA MicroBatt battery The detector provides an On or OFF option to choose between lower MicroBatt levels and normal battery levels Note If the detector is equipped with the rechargeable battery BW highly recommends that the MicroBatt option be enabled The MicroBatt factory default setting is disabled 31 GasAlertMicro User Manual To enable the MicroBatt mode complete the following 1 From the user option menu use a or to scroll to the micro bAt option nvicro 2 Press to select this option The detectopr beeps twice The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen nvicro bAt On C or NITO bAt OFF 3 Use a or Y to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode 32 Bump Due Reminder The bumP duE option is used to display a reminder during startup if a bump test has not been performed within the previous 24 hours Note The detector is shipped with the bump due reminder option disabled The bump test function can only be performed using the MicroDock Il Automatic Test and Calibration Station Refer to the MicroDock II User Manual for detailed information To enable disable the bump due reminder option complete the following 1 From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the bumP duE option
8. and displays the current ambient gas reading If more than one type or level of alarm exists at the same time a multi gas alarm occurs To change the factory set alarm setpoints refer to the section Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Table 6 Alarms Low Alarm cow GI High Alarm TT Al ARM e Slow tone and flash e Fast tone and flash 0 205 i and target gas bar flash and target gas bar flash eo e Vibrator alarm activates e Vibrator alarm activates im STEL Alarm ALARM sre TWA Alarm e Fast tone and flash e Slow tone and flash and target gas bar flash and target gas bar flash e Vibrator alarm activates e Vibrator alarm activates 35 GasAlertMicro User Manual Table 6 Alarms cont Multi Gas Alarm oy EVA TWA Over Range Alarm ima ALARM y e Alternating low and high alarm 35 Over Level Exposure f pe tone and flash e Fast tone and flash and target gas bars flash and target gas bar flash e Vibrator alarm activates e Vibrator alarm activates Sensor Alarm Confidence Beep e Slow tone and flash e two fast beeps every 15 seconds and gas bar s flash e Vibrator alarm activates 36 GasAlertMicro Alarms Table 6 Alarms cont Automatic Shutdown Alarm Normal Shutdown e eight beeps and flashes e four beeps and flashes e 4 LOW displays periodically e Vibrator alarm temporarily activates e Vibrator alarm temporarily activates Low Battery
9. bunP duE 2 Press to select this option The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen bunP bunP dut Un duE OFF or Use a or to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode Adjust Clock AdJuSt CLock is used to adjust the weekday 1 7 time hour minute and date day month year of the detector To change the time and or date complete the following From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the AdJuSt CLock option d Loc l 2 GasAlertMicro User Options Menu Press to accept the option and access the date time screen l 16 Minute 20 Hour 2 Day of the week e Ib Monday 1 Tuesday 2 6 Wednesday 3 etc 22 Day of the month 06 Month 02 Year Note The weekday time and date values can only be changed in the order they are presented in this table To bypass any setting press The detector automatically retains the current value and advances to the next time date option 3 The minutes are automatically selected Use a or v to scroll to the required value Press to confirm the new value and automatically advance to the hour option 33 GasAlertMicro User Manual To bypass the minute options only press O The detector automatically retains the current value and advances to the hour op
10. displays during normal operation If the battery voltage is low the detector activates the low battery alarm The low battery alarm continues until the batteries are replaced or the battery power is almost depleted If the battery voltage drops too low the detector performs an automatic shutdown Automatic Shutdown Alarm If the battery voltage is in immediate danger of dropping below the minimum operating voltage the audible alarm beeps eight times the visual alarm flashes eight times and the LCD displays OFF Note In stealth mode the detector only vibrates before shut down To replace the batteries refer to Replacing the Batteries 40 Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Calibration Guidelines When calibrating the detector adhere to the following guidelines Recommended gas mixture CO 10 to 500 ppm balance N2 H2S 10 to 100 ppm balance N2 SO 10 to 100 ppm balance N2 LEL 10 to 10096 LEL or 0 5 to 596 by vol methane balance air Oz Clean air 20 9 96 CG Q58 4 and CG Q34 4 calibration gas 4 gas mix are available from BW Technologies Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Calibration accuracy is never better than the calibration gas accuracy BW Technologies recommends a premium grade calibration gas Gases with National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST traceable accuracy improve the validity of the calibration Do not use a gas cylinder beyond its expiration date Calibra
11. id ISPLR4 L J 2 Press to select this option The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen sare sm di5 On di5 OFF L J or 3 Use a or v to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode GasAlertMicro User Options Menu Combustible Sensor Measuring Selection The LEL SEn unitS option is used to select how the measurements are displayed The options are 0 100 LEL or 0 5 0 vol Note The detector is shipped with the combustible sensor set to measure and display combustible gases in the 0 100 LEL lower explosive limit range The detector can be set to measure and display methane in the 0 5 0 by volume range Note Percent by volume measurements apply to methane only 19 GasAlertMicro User Manual To change the combustible sensor unit of measure complete the following 1 20 From the user options screen use 4 or to scroll to the LEL SEn unitS option LEL SEn un FS Press to select the option LEL cen SEE to An LEL current mode screen immediately displays either vol or PErcEnt LEL PErcEnt bY vol or PErcEnt bY vol units are displayed by volume PErcEnt LEL units are displayed by percent The LCD returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Use a or to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options
12. plug type GAMIC C01 K 230 VAC 4 port charger and xx 4 AA NiMH batteries GAMIC C02 SMART Charger 10 port 110 VAC American plug type GAMIC C03 GA MicroBatt Charger cradle charger GAMIC C03 K GA MicroBatt Charger Kit with battery pack 66 GAMIC V Vehicle charger 4 port 12 volt CHRG1 with 4 AA NiMH rechargeable batteries GAMIC C05 GAMicro Charger II 1 GAMIC C05 K GAMicro Charger II kit 1 GAMIC BAT K Rechargeable AA NiMH 1 batteries 1800 mAh kit of 4 not applicable for Europe GAMIC BAT K2 Rechargeable AA NiMH 1 batteries 1600 mAh kit of 4 GAMIC BAT 03 GA MicroBatt battery pack GA HMIC Belt holster for GasAlertMicro GA HMIC SP Holster kit for GasAlertMicro and Sampler GA CH 2 Chest harness GA ES 1 Extension strap GAMIC TC 1 Calibration cap standard GAMIC TC 2 Calibration cap single barb for use with manual aspirator pump GAMIC AG2 Alligator clip stainless steel GAMIC CK CC1 Carrying case with foam for GasAlertMicro confined space kits GA SPAK SamplerPak motorized 1 sampling pump portable kit DOCK2 2 1B1C MicroDock II base unit and 1 00 N module only DOCK2 2 2B1C MicroDock II base unit and 1 00 N charging module only DOCK2 2 2B1C MicroDock Il charging kit with 1 04 N 58 calibration gas D4 AS01 Manual aspirator pump with 1 10 ft 3 m hose GA AS02 Manual aspirator pump with 1 1 ft 0 3 m probe GA TPROB6 Telescopic sample probe 1 6 5 ft 2 m M243
13. the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 70 General Specifications for Datalogger Units Media type MMC MultiMediaCard Size 32 MB standard 64 and 128 MB cards available Storage 500 000 lines of data available 4 4 months at 5 second intervals based on a normal workweek Memory type Wrap around memory ensures most recent data is always saved Sample rate One reading every 5 seconds standard Data recorded All sensor readings all alarm conditions calibrations event flags battery status sensor status confidence beep activation and detector status along with the time and date for each reading and unit serial number MMC card test Automatically on activation GasAlertMicro with User Downloadable Datalogger Operation Requires no user intervention automatic Indicators Icon advises Datalogger is operating normally MMC missing malfunction advise Compatible with Desktop PC computer or laptop Operating system Windows 95 or higher Macintosh OS 8 6 or higher Download via MMC card reader Card alarm MMC fail or missing Software required Spreadsheet or database compatible with comma separated value CSV text files Excel Access Quattro etc Support BW E D M Excel Datalog Manager E D M is an Excel softwa
14. v to scroll to the correct pass code Press to confirm the pass code selection If the pass code is correct access is granted and the LCD automatically displays the FiniSh OPtionS screen Use a or to scroll to the required user option s If the pass code is incorrect or the correct pass code is not confirmed within 10 seconds the LCD displays an error message fot qup cp C rrEck The detector returns to normal operating mode for an incorrect pass code For a correct pass code not confirmed within 10 seconds the following error messages displays SEE Err ETE CodE LcrEck The detector then returns to normal operating mode 4 Repeat steps 1 2 If the second attempt is unsuccessful confirm that the pass code is correct Automatic Oxygen Calibration The toggLE O2 CAL is used to enable disable oxygen O2 automatic calibration that is performed during start up Note The detector is shipped with the automatic O2 calibration option enabled GasAlertMicro User Options Menu To enable disable the automatic O calibration option complete the following 1 From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the toggLE O2 CAL option osx 02 CAL L J Press to select the option The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Oe ca e CAL 1S OFF IS On L J or Use a or to scroll to a new user option or pr
15. visual alarms and e backlight Only the vibrate alarm remains enabled Note The detector is shipped with the stealth mode disabled 30 To enable disable the stealth mode complete the following 1 From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the StEAlth option SEER ith Press to select this option SEER ith SEER ith OFF On or The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Use a or to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode Automatic Backlight The Auto bAcklit option is used to enable or disable the automatic backlight of the detector When enabled press any button to activate the backlight for 10 seconds regardless of the lighting condition Note The detector is shipped with the automatic backlight option enabled Backlight does not operate while in stealth mode To enable disable the backlight complete the following 1 From the user options menu use the 4 or Y to scroll to the Auto bAcklit option hubo bAcHht 2 Press to accept the option GasAlertMicro User Options Menu The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen A bAckt R bficFL 5 On 5 OFF E or ES 3 Use a or v to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode MicroBatt
16. 7K Battery lock screw kit of 10 1 applicable only for UK EU and AU detectors GAMIC NC 1 Nylon case GAMIC LC 1 Leather case with neck strap DOCK2 2 1B1C MicroDock II kit with 58 1 04 N calibration gas DOCK2 2 1B1C MicroDock II kit with 34 1 02 N calibration gas GasAlertMicro Replacement Parts and Accessories GAMIC CK GasAlertMicro confined space 1 kit without detector SP CPROB1 Collapsible sample probe 1 3 3 ft 1 m GA CDT Portable product training video 1 CD ROM M1806 Replacement tygon tube for per ft sampling hoses D2067 GasAlertMicro English user 1 manual GAMIC CDM GasAlertMicro sampler CD ROM multi language instructions and video Add suffix UK for United Kingdom mains plug EU for European mains plug AU for Australian mains plug Add suffix UK for United Kingdom mains plug and EU for European mains plug Adad suffix A for Australia plug CH for Switzerland mains plug E for Europe mains plug U fur United Kingdom mains plug 67 GasAlertMicro User Manual Specifications Instrument dimensions 6 x 10 x 3 3 cm 2 4 x 4 0 x 1 3 in Weight 211 g 7 4 oz Operating temperature 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Operating humidity 5 to 95 relative humidity non condensing Operating pressure 95 to 110 kPa Alarm setpoints May vary by region and are user settable Detect
17. Alarm Confidence beep disabled e one beep and one flash every 10 seconds e LOW flashes 37 GasAlertMicro User Manual Gas Exposures Computed Viewing Gas Exposures A Warning The detector computes the TWA value based on an 8 hour To avoid possible personal injury do not workday and the STEL alarm is based upon a 5 to 15 minute deactivate the detector during a work shift period user defined For additional information and TWA and STEL readings reset if the detector procedures refer to STEL Calculation Period remains off for more than 5 minutes Press until the LCD displays the TWA gas exposures and then the STEL gas exposures Table 7 Computed Gas Exposures TWA CO SO Time weighted average based on an and Hs only 8 hour workday Accumulated value STEL CO SO Short term exposure level based on a and H2S only 5 15 minute period user defined Accumulated value Maximum Maximum gas exposures encountered i i Peak during a work shift Eu For oxygen maximum concentration encountered of 7 either very high or very low levels D U mm 20 a To clear the TWA STEL and maximum gas exposure readings press _ and a simultaneously 38 Gas Alarm Setpoints The gas alarm setpoints trigger the gas alarms which are described in the following table Table 8 Gas Alarm Setpoints arm Condition CO H2S SO and combustibles Ambient gas level above the
18. GasAlertMicro Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Press to confirm the pass code and to proceed to the auto span 0 D mS fO m J Same Note Do not apply the calibration gas until displays Auto Span Note Press to bypass the calibration and proceed to alarm setpoints 5 When the LCD displays attach the calibration cap and apply the gas to the sensor at a flow rate of 250 to 500 ml min The auto span function begins calibrating the gases maximum four The audible alarm beeps once when the detector senses a sufficient gas concentration The detector then spans the sensor s for approximately 2 minutes When the span is complete the audible alarm beeps three times 6 Remove the calibration gas Auto Span Successful If the calibration is successful the following screen displays The LCD then displays the alarm setpoints screen If the span adjustment is large more than 2096 the LCD displays a warning message SPAn AdJuSt unuSuALLY LArgE chEck thAt thE cAL gAS IS cOrrEct The following screens also display ACCEPr CAL P or 7 Press YES to accept the calibration or press v NO to reject the values 45 GasAlertMicro User Manual If a span is rejected the LCD displays NotE SPAn rEJEctEd and bypasses the span for the failed sensor s The LCD then automatically proceeds to the alarm setpoints screen Auto Span Fail If one or more of the sensors
19. MMC card is not the same as the following e MultiMedia card e Multi media card e SmartMedia CompactFlash e Memory Stick MMC cards are available through retailers throughout the world They are also available via mail order and Internet vendors MultiMediaCard Troubleshooting The following error message scrolls on the LCD during start up if the MMC card is not inserted Error Error Error no AER cRrd in SEAL IEd The card is not required for operation The error message displays as a reminder A new MMC card is automatically formatted during start up when it is inserted into the detector The LCD displays the following message before the detector begins formatting cArd 15 bl Ant Recovering Data Files If the MMC card is reformatted or erased accidentally by the computer application the recorded data file can be recovered GasAlertMicro MultiMediaCard MMC Ensure the card is inserted correctly in the card reader If the recorded data file is not visible ensure the following e The card reader is visible in the My Computer window e f not verify that the card reader is installed correctly and that the connections are secure e Inthe Removable Disk drive window verify that All Files is selected in the file types field Place the MMC card back into the detector When the detector reformats part of the card it should be visible If the data file LOGFILEO CSV is still not visible format the
20. alarms will persist until the alarm is acknowledged To enable disable the latched alarm option complete the following 1 From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the LAtchin ALArmS option nr ALArn5 t 2 Press to select the option The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen LBEch in ALAr OFF t LREch a AL Ar On or 18 3 Use a or Y to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode Safe Display The SAFE dISPLAY option automatically notifies that only normal ambient conditions exist and that there are no gas hazards monitored This option can be enabled or disabled If this option is enabled when the detector is in normal operating mode and when no hazards are measured SAFE scrolls across the LCD continually SAFE does not display while functions are being performed Note This option is automatically disabled in stealth mode If any gas is present such as e readings are other than zero for toxic combustible gas es or e the oxygen reading is other than 20 9 the LCD displays the gas levels for all of the sensors When the levels return to normal SAFE again scrolls across the Screen To enable disable the safe display option complete the following 1 From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the SAFE dISPLAY option sae
21. and return to normal operating mode French The AFFiche FrAnc option is used to convert all of the LCD screens to display French text 1 From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the AFFiche FrAnc option AFF ichE FrAnc Press to select the option The LCD automatically displays French text and returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Use a or 9 to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode GasAlertMicro User Options Menu German The AnZEigE dEutSch option is used to convert all of the LCD screens to display German text 1 From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the AnZEigE dEutSch option AndE 13 dEut Sch Press to select the option The LCD automatically displays German text and returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Use a or Y to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode 21 GasAlertMicro User Manual Spanish The FiJAr A ESPAnoL option is used to convert all of the LCD screens to display Spanish text 22 1 From the user options menu use 4 or v to scroll to the FiJAr A ESPAnoL option Fi JAr A ESPAnoL Press to select the option The LCD automatically displays Spanish text and returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Use a or v to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to norma
22. bove user selectable alarm setpoints Combustible gases 8 percent of lower field selectable for explosive limit 96 LEL The detector is a personal safety device It is your b percent by volume responsibility to respond properly to the alarm methane 0 5 0 v v Sulfur dioxide SO parts per million ppm Table 1 lists the gases that are monitored GasAlertMicro User Manual Contacting BW Technologies To contact BW Technologies call USA 1 888 749 8878 Canada 1 800 663 4164 Europe 44 0 1869 233004 Other countries 1 403 248 9226 Address correspondence to BW Technologies LP 2840 2 Avenue S E Calgary AB T2A 7X9 CANADA Email us at info bwtnet com Visit our website at www gasmonitors com ISO 9001 Safety Information Read First Use the detector only as specified in this manual otherwise the protection provided by the detector may be impaired International symbols used on the detector and in this manual are explained in Table 2 Read the Warnings and Cautions on the following pages before using the detector NY e X Note This instrument contains batteries Do not mix with the solid waste stream Spent batteries should be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler GasAlertMicro Safety Information Read First A Cautions Warning Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety Do not use the detector if it is damaged Inspect the case before use
23. ce with the product manual instructions and any other applicable recommendations of BW b the buyer promptly notifying BW of any defect and if required promptly making the product available for correction No goods shall be returned to BW until receipt by the buyer of shipping instructions from BW and c the right of BW to require that the buyer provide proof of purchase such as the original invoice bill of sale or packing slip to establish that the product is within the warranty period THE BUYER AGREES THAT THIS WARRANTY IS THE BUYER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE BW SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA WHETHER ARISING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR BASED ON CONTRACT TORT OR RELIANCE OR ANY OTHER THEORY Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer If any provision of this warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision BW Technologies LP BW America BW Europe 2840 2nd Ave SE 3279 West Pioneer Parkway 101 He
24. d the LCD displays the O calibration current mode screen De CAL 1S OFF J L 13 GasAlertMicro User Manual Self Test Pass After the self test has been completed and any alarms have been acknowledged the detector begins normal operation The LCD then displays the current ambient gas readings 0 o0 vom CO ppal 209 wmi The detector begins recording immediately It records the e maximum MAX gas exposure e records the short term exposure levels STEL and e calculates the time weighted average TWA exposures When the air is at acceptable levels and if the safe option is enabled SAFE scrolls across the screen continually while in normal operating mode SAFE does not display while functions are being performed Note This option is disabled in stealth mode 14 Self Test Fail If the detector fails the self test refer to Troubleshooting Battery Test The detector tests the batteries upon activation and continuously thereafter The battery power icon displays at all times while in normal operation mode If the battery voltage is low the detector displays the low battery icon LOW and activates the low battery alarm beeps every 10 seconds if the confidence beep is disabled If the confidence beep option is enabled the confidence beep stops if the battery power is low For more information refer to Confidence Beep If the battery voltage is extremely low the detect
25. detector beeps twice flashes once and emits one vibration 1 To temporarily bypass the reminder hold the O button for two seconds Note Bypassing the reminder is temporary The reminder will display and alarm the next time the detector is activated 2 To bump the detector using the MicroDock II Automatic Test and Calibration Station refer to the MicroDock Il User Manual If the detector has recently failed a bump test in the MicroDock II the detector s LCD displays nOtE bumP tESt hAS FAiLEd 3 Press to acknowledge the warning 4 From the MicroDock Il run another bump check 8 Sensor Test The LCD displays tESt when the detector tests the sensors EESE If a sensor fails the self test the detector indicates an alarm by beeping flashing and vibrating The LCD displays SEnSor _ hAS FAiLEd and lists which sensor has failed EX B a KO w 209 ec a m a Sensor 1 CO H2S or SO Sensor 2 LEL Sensor 3 Oxygen 9 MultiMediaCard MMC Test optional If there is no MMC card installed the LCD displays a scrolling error message GasAlertMicro Activating the Detector Error Error Error no dAtA cRrd im StALiEd The card is not required for operation the message is a reminder only 10 Oxygen Sensor Test Unless this feature is disabled the oxygen sensor is calibrated automatically A LEGAL 1203 If the automatic oxygen calibration feature has been disable
26. e the application s File gt Open menu option to locate and open the data file If the recorded data file is compatible with the application it automatically opens If it is not an error message displays Note Some applications have an internal file size limit and may not load the entire file Check the application s specifications prior to use 53 GasAlertMicro User Manual Table 11 Datalogger Status Codes General Codes Normal operation G Backlight is on Sensor Codes L Low alarm v Dual alarm high and STEL alarms 1 Alarm setpoint 1 low alarm H High alarm w Dual alarm TWA and STEL alarms 2 Alarm setpoint 2 high alarm T TWA alarm x Triple alarm TWA STEL and low 3 Alarm setpoint 3 TWA alarm U Dual alarm low and TWA alarms y Triple alarm TWA STEL and high 4 Alarm setpoint 4 STEL alarm V Dual alarm high and TWA alarms O Sensor is over ranged D Calibration due date in days S STEL alarm Cc Calibrating E Last calibration in days u Dual alarm low and STEL alarms F Sensor Failure Z Auto zeroing Battery Status Codes Batteries OK B Low battery alarm K Confidence beep is active Alarm Status Codes L Low alarm M Multi gas alarm Automatic shutdown High alarm C Calibration F Self test fail T TWA alarm Q Manual shutdown R Real time clock failure 54 GasAlertMicro MultiMediaCard MMC TWA readings greater than 99 are recorded as over
27. eec eror e ERE Co EE ee HIE EC es Automatic Backlight MicroBatt Mode Bump Due Reminder Dg dS EE POG Geri Rate Er Gas Exposures CoMmputed ccccccccscccessseceecseeeesneeeeecsseeescsaeesseaeesssseeeccaeeesseeeessseeesessaes Viewing Gas Exposures Gas Alarm Setpoints Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints Stopping a Gas Alarm n eeu SENSO ais REDE EE DETENER Low Battery Alarm iuit cave ces ecce a ds Automatic Shutdown Alarm ssssssssssseesseeeee nennen nennen nnne nnn nnns nnne nnns Calibration Guidelines Diagnostics Protection Attaching the Gas Cylinder to the Detector ooooooccnnoccccnooccncooonononoonncononcnnonanonnnonnnnnononnnnnn 42 Calibration Procedures oreet eem eti ote nte eo eed ete Le 43 Title Page MultiMediaCard MM Olivia levi er a ace ds MultiMediaCard Troubleshooting Recovering Data Files ssss Direct Import to Compatible Programs Determining Application Compatibility Descriptions of Line Examples cccccscccccsseeessneeeeseceeecseeesceeeeesseeeecsaeeeseseeeseseeeesaee Mise EE Inserting the MultiMediaCard MMO ssssseseeseeeeeeeeeeneeeneeneneneen neret Replacing the Batteries Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter Troubleshooting eiie eet Replacement Parts and Accessories oocoooooccccccccccccconononccnnnconnnannnncnnncnnnnnnnncnnnnn
28. ess to exit user options and return to normal operating mode 27 GasAlertMicro User Manual Span Concentration The Set CAL SPAnS option is used to enter each sensor s span concentration value that is required for calibration Note BW recommends that span concentration values be set between specific ranges Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints To modify the span concentration values complete the following 1 From the user options menu use a or v to scroll to the SEt CAL SPAnS option 2 Press to select and access the span concentration values screen 3 The H2S value is automatically selected to modify Use a or v to scroll to the required value 28 m J H2S Hydrogen sulfide Des aa CO Carbon monoxide _ LEL Lower explosive limit IED Note The span concentration values can only be modified in the order they are presented in this table To bypass any concentration value press to confirm and automatically proceed to the next value Press to confirm the new value and automatically proceed to the CO value Note If a new value is not confirmed within 10 seconds an Err message replaces the selected value The previous value then displays and the detector automatically proceeds to the next concentration value To bypass the H S value only press _ The detector automatically accepts the current value and then proceeds to the CO value 4 F
29. fail an error message displays indicating which sensor failed The remaining sensors continue to span normally If the auto span still fails confirm that e gasis being applied to the sensor e the sensor is detecting a sufficient gas concentration within 30 seconds and e the gas concentration does not drop significantly during the 2 minute span Attempt the auto span calibration again 46 If the auto span is still unsuccessful attach a new gas cylinder If the sensor fails the span again replace the sensor Refer to Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter Alarm Setpoints The alarm setpoints are used to set limits and ranges for the TWA STEL low and alarms H2S Hydrogen sulfide ALARM bia CO Carbon monoxide A 15 ui LEL vol lower exposure a me limits 02 Oxygen 20 9 percent The LCD displays the TWA STEL low and high alarm setpoints for H2S first After H2S it automatically proceeds to CO and then the remaining gases displaying the alarm setpoints for each Note The alarm setpoints can be modified only in the order they are presented in this table To bypass any alarm setpoint press to retain the current value and automatically proceed to the next alarm setpoint Note Alarms may be set at any point within the detection range for the sensor Refer to Specifications or set the alarm setpoint to zero to disable a sensor Factory alarm setpoi
30. he detector and pull out the battery tray 3 Remove the batteries by pushing on the PRESS tabs located on the back of the battery tray 4 Replace the batteries according to the polarity markings 5 Replace the battery tray and push until the release tabs click Note To preserve the life of the batteries turn off the detector when not in use Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter A Warning To avoid personal injury use only sensors specifically designed for the detector Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Each sensor has a high degree of resistance to common vapors and gases A sensor typically clears itself within 10 30 minutes in a clean atmosphere that is free of hazards Note Do not expose a sensor to the vapors of inorganic solvents such as paint fumes or organic solvents For additional information regarding sensors refer to Troubleshooting To replace a sensor or sensor filter refer to the following procedures table and figure 1 Ensure that the detector is deactivated 2 Remove the battery tray Figure 6 from the detector 3 Remove the machine screw and alligator clip 4 Remove the two thread cutting screws on the rear shell and remove the shell GasAlertMicro Maintenance 5 Remove the four thread cutting screws on the PCB assembly and extract the PCB 6 Replace the sensor filter or sensor s Note Gently rock the sensor back and forth to remove a tightly held senso
31. i GasAlertMicro User Manual CAUTION FOR SAFETY REASONS THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE OPERATED AND SERVICED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING GasAlertMicro Multi Gas Detector Standard instrument is equipped with integral concussion proof boot and internal vibrator alarm GasAlertMicro with User Downloadable Datalogger Provides full time continuous datalogging while the instrument is operating Data is saved on a convenient MultiMediaCard MMC and can be removed and downloaded by the user Data is imported into standard office software Microsoft Excel Access etc Wraparound memory ensures the most recent data is always saved viii Accessing Test Results with Fleet Manager To access and view test results using the Fleet Manager software application please refer to the Fleet Manager Support CD Accessing Test Results with EDM To access and view test results using the Excel Datalog Manager EDM software application please refer to the EDM CD GasAlertMicro Introduction Table 1 Gases Monitored A Warning Gas Detected Unit of Measure To ensure your personal safety read Safety Hydrogen sulfide H2S parts per million ppm Information before using the detector 7 EH Carbon monoxide CO parts per million ppm The GasAlertMicro gas detector the detector is designed Oxygen O2 percent by volume to warn of hazardous gas at levels a
32. inated hydrocarbons Selected organic vapors ie leaded gasoline and halogenated hydrocarbons may temporarily inhibit sensor performance However in most cases the sensor will recover after calibration GasAlertMicro User Manual A Cautions cont Any rapid up scaling reading that is followed by a declining or erratic reading can indicate a gas concentration beyond upper scale limit It may be hazardous Use only recommended AA alkaline or NiMH batteries that are properly charged and installed in the detector case Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Charge NiMH batteries using the recommended charger only Do not use any other charger Failure to observe this precaution can lead to fire or explosion Do not change or charge batteries in a hazardous location Doing so will impair the Intrinsic Safety of the unit and can lead to fire or explosion Read and observe all instructions and precautions that are provided with the charger Failure to do so can result in fire electric shock or other forms of personal injury and property damage Extended exposure of the GasAlertMicro to high concentrations of combustible gases and air may stress a detector element which can seriously affect its performance If an alarm occurs due to high concentration of combustible gases recalibrate immediately If required replace the sensor Do not test the combustible sensor response with a butane cigarette lighter This will damage the sensor Do n
33. ing before calibration is due and the days since the last calibration Line 6 normal operation There are no gas alarms Line 7 a combustible gas alarm H2S and CO gases are present below alarm levels Oxygen is less than 20 9 but within acceptable range The detector is in low alarm Line 8 9 H2S and CO in low alarm and combustibles 0 100 LEL in high alarm Oxygen is less than 20 9 but within acceptable range The detector is in multi gas alarm Line 10 H2S CO and combustibles 0 100 LEL in low alarm Oxygen is less than 20 9 but within acceptable range The detector is in multi gas alarm 56 Line 11 CO in low alarm Oxygen is less than 20 9 but within acceptable range H2S is present below alarm levels The detector is in low alarm Line 12 H2S and CO present below alarm levels Oxygen is less than 20 9 but within acceptable range There are no gas alarms Line 13 14 detector emitting a low battery alarm There are no gas alarms Maintenance To maintain the detector in good operating condition perform the following basic maintenance as required e Calibrate bump test and inspect the detector on a regular schedule e Maintain an operations log of all maintenance calibrations bump tests and alarm events e Clean the exterior with a soft damp cloth Do not use solvents soaps or polishes e Do not immerse the detector in liquids Inserting the MultiMediaCard MMC The following figure illust
34. ion range CO 0 500 ppm in 1 ppm increments H2S SO 0 100 ppm in 1 ppm increments O 0 30 in 0 1 increments Combustibles field settable for 0 100 LEL in 1 LEL increments or 0 5 0 v v methane in 0 1 increments Sensor type H2S CO Twin plug in electrochemical cell O SO H2S CO Single plug in electrochemical cell Combustibles Plug in catalytic bead O measuring principle Capillary controlled concentration sensor Alarm conditions TWA alarm STEL alarm low alarm high alarm multi gas alarm sensor alarm low battery alarm confidence beep automatic shutdown alarm 68 Audible alarm 95 dB at 1 ft 0 3 m variable pulsed dual beepers Visual alarm Dual red light emitting diodes LED Display Alphanumeric liquid crystal display LCD Backlight Automatically activates during alarm conditions and if enabled whenever there is insufficient light to view the display Self test Initiated at activation Calibration Automatic zero and automatic span Oxygen sensor Automatic calibration upon activation selectable User field options Confidence beep latching low and high alarms pass code protection enable disable safe display mode combustible sensor measurement 0 100 LEL or 0 5 0 v v methane sensor disable set calibration due date stealth mode language selection enable disable automatic oxygen calibration set span concentration values set STEL calculation period enable disable automatic bac
35. klight and distinguish use of the GA MicroBatt battery Datalogger models only adjust clock calendar set sampling rate and enable disable bump due note Approved Batteries North America Approved batteries for product standards EN50020 UL913 C22 2 No 157 Alkaline T Duracell MN1500 Energizer E91 NiMH rechargeable Quest Platinum HGAAC1800G Quest HG1600AACS Energizer NH15 1700 mAh Maha Powerex 1700 mAh MH AA170 Maha Powerex 1800 mAh MH AA180 Yuasa Delta 1300 mAh DHA1400AA Yuasa Delta 1500 mAh DHA1600AAC Uniross 1300 mAh Uniross 1700 mAh GA MicroBatt GAMIC BAT 03 GAMIC BAT2 03 Worst case temperature code Alkaline NiMH GA MicroBatt Ambient emperature code T3C 139 8 C T3B 163 C T2 211 4 C T3 199 C T2D 205 C T3 192 C T2D 201 1 C T2D 209 C T2D 204 4 C T3 198 C T3 186 8 C T4 120 C T4 163 C 212 C 120 C 20 C sTa s 50 C GasAlertMicro Specifications Europe Approved batteries for product standards EN50020 Alkaline Temperature Code Duracell MN1500 T4 129 8 C NiMH rechargeable Quest HG1600AACS T3 189 C Ambient 20 C sTa lt 40 C GA MicroBatt GAMIC BAT 03 T4 120 C GAMIC BAT2 03 T4 Ambient 20 C sTa lt 50 C Battery charger optional Quest Q2 4 port rapid NiMH battery charger with country specific mains adapter First time charge 1 4 hours per battery Normal charge 1 hour per battery Warranty
36. l operating mode Portuguese The AdJuStE Portugu option is used to convert all of the LCD screens to display Portuguese text 1 From the user options menu use 4 or v to scroll to the AdJuStE Portugu option Rd JuSEE PortuSu Press to select the option The LCD automatically displays Portuguese text and returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Use a or v to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode English The SEt to EngLiSh option is only available when the LCD displays text in French German Spanish or Portuguese 1 Use a or v to scroll to the SEt to EngLiSh option SEt to Engl Sh 2 Press to select the option En8L Sh On The LCD automatically displays English text and returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen 3 Use a or v to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode GasAlertMicro User Options Menu Sensor Options The sensor options are used to temporarily disable a sensor and the corresponding fail alarm The detector will continue to function normally The disabled sensor can be enabled again at any time The sensor should be replaced and enabled as soon as possible A Warning Disabling an installed sensor configures the detector to a 1 2 or 3 gas unit No protection is provided for the gas targeted by the selected sensor s Disabling a sensor should on
37. ld While holding press As the start up process begins the confidence beep current mode changes Note The LCD does not display confirmation to indicate the current mode of the confidence beep The normal activating deactivating process does not automatically enable disable the confidence beep It remains in the selected mode until it is changed 15 GasAlertMicro User Manual User Options Menu The user options menu provides access to twenty one user selections Note Not all user options are available for detectors that do not have the datalogger feature To access the user options menu complete the following 1 16 To enter the user options menu press a and v simultaneously and hold approximately 5 seconds until the LCD displays USEr OPtionS see OPE i05 Following the USEr OPtionS screen the FiniSh OPtionS screen immediately displays F in 15h Pt on NOTE If the detector is pass code protected when USEr OPtionS is entered the LCD displays an error message Refer to Pass Code Protection to enter a pass code 2 Press v or 4 to scroll through the options Press and hold v or a to scroll through the options quickly Press to select a required option When the required activities have been performed for a selected option the FiniSh OPtionS screen automatically displays 5 Use a or to select another option if required 6 To exit the user
38. libration at any time after auto zero press The detector retains all saved values and the audible alarm beeps four times before the detector proceeds to the alarm setpoint screens To begin the calibrate set alarm setpoints process complete the following 1 Ensure the following procedures are performed in a clean atmosphere 2 From normal operating mode press and hold O and until the calibration screen displays q Dome remem 43 GasAlertMicro User Manual The detector beeps four times and the auto zero screen immediately displays Auto Zero and Oxygen Oz Sensor Calibration Note At any point after the auto zero but before calibration gas is detected press to bypass calibration and proceed to the alarm setpoints The auto zero automatically zeros the toxic sensors and calibrates the O2 sensor 3 TheLCD flashes and the audible alarm beeps twice while the detector zeroes the toxic sensors and then calibrates the oxygen sensor 44 Auto Zero Sensor Fail 0 d 0 e053 0 209 frr ED L J Note Do not apply the calibration gas until the LCD displays g Pass Code Protect Activated After a successful auto zero and if the detector is pass code protected the LCD prompts for the pass code RlbrRt PLEASE PASS SEE LoctEd EntEr ode Cod The pass code must be entered before proceeding to auto span and alarm setpoints 4 Use a or to scroll to the correct pass code
39. limit OL When datalogger information is imported into most spreadsheet software it will appear similar to the example provided below Line numbers are included in this example for clarity Table 12 CSV File Example Line Date Day Time H S co LEL O H2S TWA CO TWA Unit Serial dd mm yy Mon 1 hh mm ss ppm ppm LEL ppm ppm Status Number s puer pe s o s o esj ioe onm a wem e fosa e m m aos 222 _ som s puer e foss ws _ es Loto onm s wem e fesso e fo fo alo som s wem e feso n s fa ofo fo uev som s wem e fosos o a Je alo 9 unu onm De wem e se e s osjo uw siroz Eu pue e s fe fo alo 9 8 onm pu wem e fesa e r fo a fo oe om Es puer e 9 o Jo Jo m 9 9 onm pw wem e e e e fo fo 1 1 9 seem Note Some compatible software packages have an internal file size limit and may not load the entire file Check software limits 55 GasAlertMicro User Manual Descriptions of Line Examples Line 1 TWA alarm setpoints code 3 for H2S and CO Line 2 STEL alarm setpoints code 4 for H2S and CO Line 3 low alarm setpoints code 1 for all the sensors Line 4 high alarm setpoints code 2 for all the sensors Alarm points are only recorded when the detector is turned on indicating the unit has just been activated Line 5 number of days remain
40. low alarm setpoint For O refer to the statement following this table Low Alarm STEL and TWA Alarms CO SO and H2S only High Alarm Accumulated value above the STEL or TWA alarm setpoints CO H2S SO and combustibles Ambient gas level above the high alarm setpoint For O refer to the statement following this table Two or more gas alarm conditions Oxygen alarm setpoints User defined for low and high alarms Set both below both above or one above and one below 20 995 as desired Multi Gas Alarm Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints Note Standard factory alarm setpoints will vary by region GasAlertMicro Alarms Occupational Safety and Health Association OSHA standard settings are used as an example Table 9 Sample Factory Set Alarm Setpoints Gs wa sre tow Ww To change the factory set alarm setpoints refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Note An alarm can be disabled by setting the alarm setpoint to zero Stopping a Gas Alarm The low and high alarms stop when the ambient gas level returns to the acceptable range Note If alarms are set to latch press to reset the alarms 39 GasAlertMicro User Manual Sensor Alarm The detector tests for a missing or defective sensor during the activation self test Refer to Troubleshooting Low Battery Alarm The detector tests the batteries upon activation and continuously thereafter Battery power continually
41. ly be performed with extreme caution To enable disable a sensor complete the following procedures Note The following procedures example refers to the toggLE H2S SEn option The procedures are the same for all of the sensors 23 GasAlertMicro User Manual em E toggLE H2S SEn hydrogen sulfide sensor H2S SEn PAS toggLE CO SEn Eo33LE carbon monoxide sensor C0 SEn toggLE LEL SEn toggLE combusible LEL SEn toggLE O2 SEN Eo33LE oxygen sensor Ge SEn Note For the toggLE O2 CAL option refer to Automatic Oxygen Calibration 24 The sensor options available to select from are as follows To enable disable the H2S sensor complete the following 1 From the user options menu use 4 or v to scroll to the toggLE H2S SEn option 2 Press to select the option He5 Hes Sta IS OFF I5 Gn or The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen If all of the sensors are disabled the following message displays ALL SEnSorS ArE diSAbLEd ALL SEnSorS ArE rESEt to on If a sensor option is enabled on the LCD but the new sensor is not installed on the detector the following message displays H2S SEnSor not inStALLEd SEnSor CAnnot bE EnAbLEd 3 Use a or Y to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode Pass Code Protection The PASS Lock option is used to
42. nnnn nennen sre n nn nnnsn innen A D Eum iii GasAlertMicro User Manual List of Tables Table Title 1 Gases Monitored ici ia 2 International Symbols 3 GasAlertMicro Detector 4 Display Elements is 5 PUSNDUTONS D 6 ACIEM MI T Computed Gas Exposures 8 Gas Alarm Setpoints sssusss 9 Sample Factory Set Alarm Setpoints cc cccccccscecssseecssneecsesseeeeeseeeeeseeeseseeeesseeeseseeeess 10 Attaching the Gas Cylinder to the Detector 11 Datalogger Status Codes 12 CSV File Example 13 Replacing the Batteries 14 Torque Specs coccccococcconoocnnononcnnononcnnonnnnnonnnnnos 15 Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter 16 Troubleshooting Tips icio teet Petite tert Pee e cede 17 Replacement Parts and Accessories occoooooccccccccccnonccnccnnccononannnncnnnnnnnnnnnncnnnnccnnnnnnnnnnnncnnnnnns GasAlertMicro User Manual vi List of Figures Figure Title 1 GasAlertMicro Detector coimas re HE reete ust cta eve d euet ds 2 Display Elements ni ee reficere eee teet ee buit 3 Installing the Batteries ssssssssseeeeenneneeeneenneeen nennen enne nennen renean 4 Attaching the Gas Cylinder to the Detector 5 Inserting the MultiMediaCard MMC 6 Replacing the Batteries T Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter vi
43. nts may vary by region Setting the TWA Alarm Setpoint The TWA alarm setpoint for H2S gas immediately displays after the auto span regardless if the span was successful or not ALARM MiS 8 Use a or 7 to select a new TWA alarm set point value for H2S and press to confirm the new value GasAlertMicro Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Or To bypass the STEL alarm setpoint press only to retain the current value and proceed to the low setpoint Note If the new alarm setpoint is not confirmed within 10 seconds the detector displays Err and automatically retains the previous alarm setpoint Setting the STEL Alarm Setpoint The STEL alarm setpoint displays automatically after the TWA alarm setpoint EWM se 9 Use a or y to select a new STEL alarm setpoint value for H2S and then press to confirm the new value Or 47 GasAlertMicro User Manual To bypass the STEL alarm setpoint press only O to retain the current value and proceed to the low setpoint Setting the Low Alarm Setpoint The low alarm setpoint displays automatically after the STEL alarm setpoint cow d 10 Use a or v to select a new low alarm setpoint value and then press to confirm the new value Or To bypass the low alarm setpoint press only O to retain the current value and automatically proceed to the high alarm setpoint 48 Setting the High Alarm Setpoint The high alarm set
44. options menu and return to normal operation use 4 or to select FiniSh OPtionS and press The button indicator arrow s display s on the LCD and points toward the button s that are available for additional activities If additional activities cannot be performed for a selected option the arrow s does not display Note Using the a pushbutton the following user options are described in the order they display on the detector LCD Software Level The software level provides information about the firmware and the EEPROM version of the detector To view information about the firmware and EEPROM version complete the following From the user options menu press GasAlertMicro User Options Menu COdE EEPron rEu Ad ru o For more information refer to the Specifications Finish Options FiniSh OPtionS displays after accessing the USEr OPtionS menu after each user option function is completed and is used to exit the user options menu To exit the user options menu and return to normal operation from the FiniSh OPtionS screen press Latching Alarms The LAtchin ALArmS option is used to set parameters for alarms such as an alarm persists until it is acknowledged by the user Note The detector is shipped with the latching alarm option disabled 17 GasAlertMicro User Manual In the event of an alarm condition and if the low and high gas alarms are set to latch the audible and visual
45. or performs an automatic shutdown Datalogger Operation optional The datalogger operation is automatic and requires no settings When the MultiMediaCard MMC is inserted in the detector the MMC card icon B displays continuously while in normal operation mode The card is not required for operation however a warning message displays during activation as a reminder that the card is not inserted Error initially displays and no dAtA cArd installed then scrolls across the screen After the message displays the detector returns to normal operating mode Insert the MMC card if required Deactivating the Detector To deactivate the detector complete the following Press and hold until OFF displays approximately 5 seconds OF F The audible alarm beeps four times the visual alarm flashes four times and the detector vibrates Note If is not held down until OFF displays the detector will remain activated GasAlertMicro Deactivating the Detector Confidence Beep The confidence beep is used to confirm that the detector is activated and the batteries have sufficient power to respond to a hazardous level of gas When battery power is sufficient the audible alarm beeps twice every 15 seconds The confidence beep stops when battery power is too low The confidence beep can be enabled or disabled To enable disable the confidence beep complete the following Before activating the detector press and ho
46. or the remaining values repeat step 3 to modify or bypass 5 When each of the span concentration values have been accepted the LCD returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen 6 Use a or v to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode STELCalculation Period The StEL PEriod option is used to adjust the short term exposure limit STEL calculation period 5 15 minutes Note The detector is shipped with the STEL calculation period set to 15 minutes To change the STEL calculation period complete the following 1 From the user options menu use a or v to scroll to the StEL PEriod screen GasAlertMicro User Options Menu Press to select StEL PEriod and to access the STEL time period screen SEEL 15 PEri od 2 Use a or Y to scroll to the required time period value 5 15 Press O within 10 seconds to save the new period change The LCD returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Note If the new value is not entered and confirmed within 10 seconds the LCD displays an error message SEELErr PEr iod 3 Use a or v to scroll to a new user option or press O to exit user options and return to normal operating mode 29 GasAlertMicro User Manual Stealth Mode The StEAlth mode option is designed to ensure that the GasAlertMicro is undetected in situations that require concealment This option is used to disable the audible alarms
47. ot meet expected values the LCD will display an error message and exit calibration mode The previous value s will be retained 41 GasAlertMicro User Manual Attaching the Gas Cylinder to the Detector The calibration hose that is shipped with the detector simplifies the sensor testing and calibration processes Refer to the following table and figure for installation information Table 10 Attaching the Gas Cylinder to the Detector wem Description Detector and calibration cap Calibration hose Regulator and gas cylinder 42 Figure 4 Attaching the Gas Cylinder to the Detector Note Only use the calibration cap during the calibration process Calibration Procedures The calibration process requires several functions some of which can be bypassed A note is added to each option that can be bypassed Note Verify that the calibration gas being used matches the span concentration value s that are defined for the detector For more information refer to Span Concentration The following procedures for calibration and setting alarm setpoints are listed in the same order as they display on the detector They are as follows e Start Calibration e Auto Zero and Oxygen O2 Sensor Calibration e Pass Code Protect Activated e Auto Span e Alarm Setpoints e Setting the Calibration Due Date GasAlertMicro Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Start Calibration Note To bypass ca
48. ot expose the detector to electrical shock or severe mechanical shock Do not attempt to disassemble adjust or service the detector unless instructions in the User Manual are provided to perform a procedure or if a part is listed as a replacement part Use only BW Technologies replacement parts Do not immerse the detector in liquids The detector Warranty will be voided if a customer personnel or third parties damage the detector during repair attempts Any Non BW Technologies repair service attempts will void this Warranty GasAlertMicro Safety Information Read First Table 2 International Symbols Approved to both U S and Canadian Standards by the Canadian Standards Association European Explosives Protection CE Conforms to European Union Directives BAM BAM performance verification to European Performance Standards ATEX Conforms to European ATEX Directives IECEx International Electrotechnical Commission Scheme for Certification to Standards for Electrical Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres Y Type approved by ABS America for use aboard cargo vessels GasAlertMicro User Manual Getting Started Confirm that the standard items listed below are included with your detector If the detector is damaged or parts are missing contact the place of purchase immediately e Batteries two replaceable alkaline cells four NiMH rechargeable cells or one GA MicroBatt cell e Cha
49. point displays automatically after the low alarm setpoint HIGH ALARM 11 Use a or Y to select a new high alarm setpoint value for H2S and then press to confirm the new value Or To bypass the high alarm setpoint press only to retain the current value and automatically proceed to the TWA alarm setpoint for CO Setting the Remaining Alarm Setpoints 12 Repeat steps 8 10 to set the alarm setpoints for each remaining sensor The audible alarm beeps four times when the alarm setpoint function is complete The detector then proceeds to the CAL duE screen Setting the Calibration Due Date The calibration due date is designed to automatically display the number of days remaining before calibration is due to be performed The CAL duE screen automatically displays how many days are remaining during the self test process The calibration due date option allows from 1 365 days to be set as the default value BW recommends that the detector be calibrated at least once every 180 days 6 months GasAlertMicro Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Note The detector is shipped with the factory default setting of 180 days Successful Calibration When the sensors are successfully calibrated the calibration due date automatically resets to the previous entered setting To change the default number of days remaining before calibration is due complete the following 13 From the CAL due screen use 4 or to sc
50. prevent access to the user options and calibration alarm setpoint procedure without a pass code Note For calibration the pass code is requested after auto zero is performed if enabled If the detector is pass code protected the key icon Ch displays at the bottom of the LCD during start up Note The detector is shipped with the pass code protection option disabled Enable Disable Pass Code Protection To enable disable the pass code protect option complete the following GasAlertMicro User Options Menu From the user options menu use a or to scroll to the PASS Lock option PASS Lock Press to select this option The detector emits two beeps and the LCD displays if pass code protection is enabled or disabled Pass Loch OFF PASS Lock On or The LCD displays the current mode On or OFF and then returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen Note The pass code is provided on a separate card inside the shipping container 25 GasAlertMicro User Manual Entering the Pass Code If the pass code protected option is enabled and access to the user options menu or calibration is attempted the LCD displays the following ay The LCD then immediately prompts for the pass code The following three screens display PLERSE PASS SEE Eater odt COdE CA 26 1 To enter the pass code complete the following From the SEt COdE screen use a or
51. r Detectors that are configured for 1 2 or 3 gases may contain a dummy sensor in one of the three sensor locations 7 Re assemble the detector Calibrate the detector after changing any sensor s Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints 59 GasAlertMicro User Manual Torque Specs for Replacing Plastic Housing When replacing the plastic housing and attachments ensure that the screws are not over tightened To prevent stripping the screws refer to the following torque specifications Table 14 Torque Specs Housing Assembly Torque PCB 3 4 in lbs Rear shell 3 4 in lbs Alligator clip 4 5 in lbs 60 Table 15 Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter oe ee a Se O 9 ersa o 9 Mem GasAlertMicro Maintenance Figure 7 Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter 61 GasAlertMicro User Manual Troubleshooting The detector s electronics are protected from variations in humidity and corrosive atmospheres If you encounter a problem try the solutions listed in the table below If you are still unable to correct the problem contact BW Technologies Table 16 Troubleshooting Tips The detector does not turn on No batteries Install batteries see Replacing the Batteries Depleted batteries Replace batteries see Replacing the Batteries Damaged or defective detector Contact BW Technologies The detector enters alarm immediately Sensor needs to stabilize Used senso
52. r wait 60 seconds when it is turned on New sensor wait 5 minutes Low battery alarm Replace batteries see Replacing the Batteries Sensor alarm Replace sensor see Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter The activation self test fails during one General fault Contact BW Technologies of the checks 62 Table 16 Troubleshooting Tips cont GasAlertMicro Troubleshooting The detector does not display normal ambient gas reading after the activation self test The detector does not respond to pushbuttons The detector does not accurately measure gas gt Sensor not stabilized Detector requires calibration Target gas is present Batteries are depleted Detector is performing operations that do not require user input Detector requires calibration Detector is colder hotter than ambient gas Sensor filter is blocked Used sensor wait 60 seconds New sensor wait 5 minutes Calibrate detector see Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Detector is operating properly Use caution in suspect areas Replace batteries see Replacing the Batteries Pushbutton operation restored automatically when the operation ends Calibrate sensor see Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Allow the detector to acquire ambient temperature before use Clean the sensor filter see Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter 63 GasAlertMicro User Manual Table 16 Troubleshooting Tips cont
53. rates how to insert the MMC card To insert the MMC complete the following 1 Ensure the detector is deactivated 2 Remove the battery tray and set aside Refer to Replacing the Batteries 3 Refer to the following figure insert the MMC card label down pins up into the MMC card port Figure 5 Inserting the MultiMediaCard MMC GasAlertMicro Maintenance 4 Insert the battery tray back into the detector Replacing the Batteries A Warning To avoid personal injury adhere to the following Replace the batteries as soon as the detector emits a low battery alarm To prevent personal injury and or damage to equipment use only batteries that are recommended by BW Technologies Refer to Specifications for a list of the approved batteries Use only approved batteries that are properly installed in the battery tray Charge the batteries using only a recommended charger Do not use any other charger Failure to observe this precaution can lead to a fire or an explosion Do not change or charge batteries in a hazardous location Doing so will impair the Intrinsic Safety of the unit and can cause a fire or explosion 57 GasAlertMicro User Manual Figure 6 Replacing the Batteries 58 Table 13 Replacing the Batteries en Description 7 To replace the batteries complete the following 1 Ensure the detector is deactivated 2 Press the two release buttons on the bottom of t
54. re add in that enhances the abilities of Microsoft Excel when handling GasAlertMicro User Downloadable Datalogger data files Fleet Manager Support CD Fleet Manager is a software add in used for GasAlertMicro User Downloadable Datalogger data files GasAlertMicro Specifications 71 GasAlertMicro User Manual 72 D2067 6 English ERP 117754 2005 BW Technologies All rights reserved Printed in Canada All product names are trademarks of their respective companies
55. ress To acknowledge a failed bump test screen press At any time after auto zero and only prior to calibration gas being detected press _ to bypass calibration and proceed to alarm setpoints GasAlertMicro User Manual Installing Alkaline Batteries If the detector uses alkaline batteries they need to be installed before activation Refer to the following figure and instructions to install the batteries Figure 3 Installing the Batteries 1 Press the two release tabs on the detector 2 Remove the battery tray by pulling the bottom away from the detector 3 Install the alkaline batteries that are included with the detector Polarity markings are shown inside the battery tray 4 Insert the battery tray into the detector Push until the release tabs click 10 Activating the Detector To activate the detector and only in an area that is free from hazardous gases 20 9 oxygen press Self Test When the detector is activated it performs several system tests Verify that all tests have been performed prior to using the detector The following tests are listed in the order they are performed and displayed on the detector 1 Low Battery Test If battery power is extremely low LOW flashes and the LCD displays OFF OF Replace the batteries and restart the detector before proceeding Note At any time during activation if the battery power is extremely low the de
56. rger if applicable one AC DC line charger or one GA MicroBatt charger e O2 sensor e Combustible sensor e Four gas units one H2S CO sensor dual sensor e Three gas units one applicable toxic sensor e Calibration hose and cap e Quick reference guide e CD To order replacement parts refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Each detector is manufactured with sensors installed Refer to Maintenance before installing the batteries For information about the features and functions of the detector refer to the following figures and tables e Figure 1 and Table 3 GasAlertMicro Detector e Figure 2 and Table 4 Display Elements e Table 5 Pushbuttons Parts of the GasAlertMicro Detector Figure 1 GasAlertMicro Detector GasAlertMicro Getting Started Table 3 GasAlertMicro Detector Wem Doserpton sen conparment 8 Aligator clip GasAlertMicro User Manual HIGH TWA Low LAMAR WISTEL 2 4 STEL gt WA STEL 13 LOW MAX fI LOW MAX HIGH DBBBHOH e 12502 ppm co ppm Low MAX HIGH LOW MAX nod BBBBBBB LEL ivol l c Dems Auto P cd O Figure 2 Display Elements Note When an alarm condition occurs and there is insufficient light to view the LCD the backlight automatically activates for 10 seconds Push any pushbutton to reactivate the backlight in low light conditions The detector is shipped with the auto backlight option enabled Table 4
57. roll to a new value 1 365 14 Press to confirm the new value The new value becomes the default value The detector then beeps five times and returns to normal operation Note If a new value is not confirmed within 10 seconds the detector automatically retains the previous calibration due date 49 GasAlertMicro User Manual Unsuccessful Calibration The calibration due date cannot be set unless all sensors successfully span If the calibration is unsuccessful or if calibration is due but is not performed the following error message displays and scrolls across the bottom of the LCD MgeE Make fates CAL ALL SEnSorS torESEE Jot fot CAL dut dREE Verification After calibration is complete and the detector is in normal operating mode test the detector by using a gas oylinder other than the one used in calibration The gas concentration should not exceed the sensor s detection range Verify that the detector LCD displays the expected concentration 50 MultiMediaCard MMC A standard 32MB MMC Flash Memory card is supplied with the detector When purchasing additional MultiMediaCards BW Technologies recommends MMC Flash Memory cards that contain between 32 MB and 128 MB storage capacity MultiMediaCard s compatible with the MMC specification always has the exact word MultiMediaCard or MMC written on the disk or package Cards that do not contain these exact words are not a MultiMediaCard The
58. t twin tox H2S CO sensor PS RH04S Replacement H2S sensor 3H 1 units only PS RS04 Replacement SO sensor GAMIC SS Triple sensor filter replacement CG Q58 4 Quad calibration gas 58 I 1 CH4 2 596 O2 18 0 H2S 25 ppm CO 100 ppm bal N GasAlertMicro Replacement Parts and Accessories CG Q34 4 Quad calibration gas 34 I CH4 2 5 O2 18 0 H2S 25 ppm CO 100 ppm bal N2 CG T34 Two gas calibration cylinder 34 1 50 LEL CH4 2 5 O2 B 20 996 bal N2 CG S25 Calibration gas 58 I SO 25 ppm bal N2 CG BUMP S25 SO bump test gas CG BUMP1 Bump alarm gas aerosol 1 CH4 2 5 O2 10 H2S 40 ppm CO 200 ppm REG 0 5 Regulator 0 5 l min CK Q34 4 Quad calibration kit with regulator quad gas cylinder hose and carrying case CK Q58 4 Quad calibration kit with regulator quad gas cylinder hose and carrying case CR MMC FD1 FlashPath MMC card reader 3 floppy disk adapter CG2 S 20 34 SO 20 ppm balance N 34 I CG2 S 20 58 SO2 20 ppm balance N 58 I 65 GasAlertMicro User Manual SR DUMM1 Dummy sensor GAMIC 2 ver REG DF 1 Demand flow regulator MicroDock REG DF 2 Demand flow regulator for refillable cylinders CGA connector CR MMC MMC USB reader USB port USB1 with software for user downloadable datalogger DL2 MMC32 32 MB MultiMediaCard MMC64 64 MB MultiMediaCard GAMIC C01 K Kit of 4 AA NiMH rechargeable batteries and 110 VAC 4 port charger American
59. te a new sensor before use Install the sensor activate the detector and allow the sensor to stabilize before starting calibration used 60 seconds new 5 minutes Calibrate the detector on a regular basis depending upon use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants BW recommends at least once every 180 days 6 months Calibrate the detector if the ambient gas display varies at start up readings are above or below zero It is advisable to calibrate the sensor before changing the alarm setpoints Calibrate only in a clean atmosphere that is free of background gas To disable an alarm set the corresponding alarm setpoint to zero GasAlertMicro Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints e The combustible sensor is factory calibrated from 0 100 LEL using methane If monitoring a different combustible gas in the 0 100 LEL range calibrate the sensor using the appropriate gas e The oxygen sensor can be automatically calibrated each time upon activation if this feature is enabled Activate the detector in a normal 20 9 oxygen atmosphere If a certified calibration is required contact BW Technologies Prior to calibration or a bump test the detector must stabilize after activation for 1 minute Diagnostics Protection The detector tests the ambient air Auto Zero and the test gas that is applied Auto Span to ensure it meets expected values In auto span if any target gas is not present or does n
60. tector will shut down For more information refer to Confidence Beep 2 Detector Elements Test All of the display elements briefly turn on during start up GasAlertMicro Activating the Detector 4 Backlight Test The backlight turns on and then off 5 Alarm Setpoints Test The TWA STEL low and high alarm setpoints display ALARMAS EUG sre 10 35 i5 200 Cr o O2 J a LEL uvorsd Dom some vow AGT 195 10 HCH NWT cda el 3 Date Test optional This test displays the day of the week 1 7 the time hour minutes and the date day month year J 1555 220505 Note Alarm setpoints can vary according to region For more information refer to Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints 11 GasAlertMicro User Manual 6 Calibration Status Test Calibration status displays the number of days remaining before calibration is due If calibration is overdue an audible alarm sounds and the LCD displays the number of days the calibration is overdue To acknowledge the alarm complete the following Press O to acknowledge and silence the audible alarm Once in normal operation mode calibrate the detector Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Points 7 Bump Check Reminder Test optional The detector can be enabled to remind when a bump check is due If this feature is enabled and bump check is due the LCD displays the following screens 12 Alot E bunP due LESE todAy The
61. tion 4 For the remaining time and date options repeat step 3 to change or accept the current value 5 When each of the time and date values have been accepted the LCD returns to the FiniSh OPtionS screen 6 Use a or Y to scroll to a new user option or press to exit user options and return to normal operating mode Logger Rate LoggEr rAtE is used to determine how often data is recorded to the MMC card The logger rate value ranges from 1 127 seconds Note The datalogger is factory set to record a sample every 5 seconds To adjust the datalogger sampling rate complete the following 1 From the user options menu use 4 or v to scroll to the LOggEr rAtE option 34 2 Press to accept this option SEL 005 InbEr UL J 3 To change the sampling rate use v or a to scroll to the required sample rate value and press to confirm the new value The LCD automatically returns to the FiniSh OptionS screen Note If a new sample rate is not selected and confirmed within 10 seconds the detector automatically exits the Set 005 IntEr screen and displays the FiniSh OPtionS screen GasAlertMicro Alarms Alarms Table 6 provides information about the detector alarms and includes an example of each LCD screen as it appears when it is in an alarm state Table 7 provides information about the computed gas exposures During an alarm condition the LCD activates the backlight
62. users who are not using the Excel Datalog Manager EDM or Fleet Manager The following information applies to direct data import into Excel and other compatible programs To view the datalogger data complete the following 1 Access a spreadsheet database word processor or text editor application Examples of these applications are as follows Microsoft Excel 95 98 and 2000 e Quattro Pro Lotus 1 2 3 Microsoft Access and Microsoft Word Note Word processors and text editors may also be used However performance may be poor since the datalogger file is at least 32 MB in size 2 Insert the MMC card into the card reader and open the LOGFILEO CSV file The data for user accessible models is provided in comma separated value CSV format The data displays in the following order Date day time e H2S CO LEL O5 e H2S TWA CO TWA and status codes serial number The recorded data includes eight single character unit status codes The eight characters represent codes for the H2S CO LEL and O sensors datalogger unit battery status GasAlertMicro MultiMediaCard MMC and unit alarm status A summary of most of the available codes can be seen in the following Table 11 Determining Application Compatibility To determine if the selected application is compatible complete the following 1 Insert the MMC card into the card reader 2 Open the selected application 3 Us
63. yford Park Calgary AB Arlington TX Upper Heyford Oxfordshire Canada T2A 7X9 USA 76013 United Kingdom OX25 5HA Table of Contents Title Page eoe loo a PII 1 Contacting BW Technologies esses enne nennen EAE O E ENEE aNG 2 Safety Information Read FirSte scsi aeter ete eere diete cete a ety ce dee EO tips 2 Getting Started nre nem Le e t Eee edi ie bte 6 Parts of the GasAlertMicro Detector Installing Alkaline Batteries Activating the Detector EIC EP Selt Test Pass rennen cece ted euidenter ie Pr ente Pre Deu lid e did seen S li Test Fall i e aiid Eph abe Ei t ete RE e o tes Battery 650 c Leve eee E ace ees Datalogger Operation optional Deactivating the Detector Confidence Beep User Options MENU Ln cra be t tede tae teste ts Software COVE ERE EII OPS oo e tb N idee n eS Eatching Alaris A ied Side dees eve ee eens Safe Display tees Combustible Sensor Measuring Selection Etench iiti e eret ees CC MO Et jer MEME EEUU GasAlertMicro User Manual Title Alarms Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints POTES diia English Sensor Options Pass Code Protection Automatic Oxygen Calibration ssssssssesseeeeeeeneeneeenneenn nennen nnne nnns 27 Span Concentration nete etit ig ests de ret eee Ede E uetus 28 STEL Calculation Period coco terat tte cies cts laca 29 Stealth Mode i

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