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1. St San Jose CA 95134 USA ToxiRAE Pro Type PGM 1860 Serial No barcode XXXX XXXX XX p C 0575 i1 iG EX c US SIRA 10 ATEX 2180X eg SE Exis UCT Ga LS for CLI Dv 1 Grps A B C D T Code T4 Class I Zone 0 A Exia IIC T4 Only as to intrinsic safety for use in hazardous loc Intrinsically safe Securite Intrinseque Exia 20 C lt Tamb lt 55 C Um 20V Battery pack G02 3004 000 Warning Read User s Manual for Intrinsic Safety Precautions Warning Substitution of components may impact intrinsically safety 53 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide Operation Area and Conditions Hazardous Areas classified by Zones ToxiRAE Pro PGM1860 are intended to be used in hazardous areas classified zone 0 zone or zone 2 where gases of explosion groups ITA IIB or IIC and T4 may be present For North America and Canada the equipment can further be used in Class I Zone 0 Hazardous Areas classified by Divisions ToxiRAE Pro is intended to be used in hazardous areas classified for Class I Div 1 or 2 within the temperature range of 20 C to 55 C where gases of explosion groups A B C or D and temperature code T4 may be present Instruction For Safe Use Strictly follow the instructions for safe use Application of the ToxiRAE Pro requires full understanding and strict observation of the instructions Only use RAE Systems battery pack P N G02 3004 000 Do only charge the battery pack
2. the dark circle in the radio button indicates that an option has been selected 2 Press Y to select it 3 Press MODE repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to register your selection and exit To exit without saving the new value 1 Make sure your previous setting is selected 2 Press MODE repeatedly to advance to Exit 3 Press Y to exit Factory Reset Selecting this resets the wireless settings to their original factory configurations CAUTION A factory reset of the wireless settings deletes any customized settings and cannot be undone 1 Press Y to select Factory Reset You will see the message Reset wireless settings 2 Press Y for Yes or MODE for Exit If you select Exit the ToxiRAE Pro exits without performing a factory reset Exit the Wireless Submenu Press Y to exit Wireless is exited and Monitor Setup is highlighted Site ID Choose and enter an 8 digit alphanumeric Site ID to uniquely identify the particular site where the instrument is to be used This Site ID is included in the datalog report 1 Press Y and the display shows the current Site ID Example SITE0001 The left most digit is highlighted 2 Press Y repeatedly to select a desired character Letters increase from current value to Z followed by digits from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around to the letter A For the last four charac
3. 1 Press MODE to step from one option to the next The highlighter indicates your choice 2 Press Y to toggle your selection on or off the check box indicates on with an X 3 When you have completed your selections press MODE repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to save the changes and exit Datalog Type The instrument has two datalog types Auto Collects datalog information when the instrument is sampling until the datalog memory is full Manual Datalogging occurs only when you manually initiate datalogging see below for details Press MODE to step from one option to the next Press Y to make your selection the dark circle in the radio button indicates that an option has been selected 3 When you have completed your selection press MODE until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to save your selection and exit oe About Manual Datalog When the instrument is set to Manual Datalog you can turn datalogging on and off from the main measurement display in the Normal Mode by pressing the MODE key three times e When you reach the screen that says Start Datalog press Y to start it You see Datalog Started confirming that datalogging is now on e When you reach the screen that says Stop Datalog press Y to stop it You see Datalog Stopped confirming that datalogging is now off Exit the Datalog Submenu Press Y to
4. Bat Low battery 1 flash 1 beep per minute plus battery icon flashes on display The alarm priority is as follows in the event of multiple simultaneous alarms Max gt Over gt High gt Low gt Neg gt STEL gt TWA gt Cal gt Bat Tf your ToxiRAE Pro is configured with an oxygen O sensor alarms for TWA and STEL are not included because neither TWA nor STEL are calculated for this sensor 39 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 16 Downloading Datalogs And Performing PC Based Instrument Configuration and Firmware Upgrades The ToxiRAE Pro communicates with a PC running ProRAE Studio II Instrument Configuration and Data Management software version 1 03 or higher to download datalogs configure the instrument or upload new firmware The ToxiRAE Pro must be connected to a PC through the supplied Charging PC Communications Cradle and must be in the PC communications mode 1 2 Make sure the Charging PC Communications Cradle has power from its AC adapter the LED on the front of the cradle should be illuminated Use the supplied PC Communications Cable USB to mini USB cable to connect the Cradle to a PC Turn on the ToxiRAE Pro Make sure it is running in Normal mode with the main measurement screen with its reading showing Insert the ToxiRAE Pro in the cradle Activate the PC communications mode on the ToxiRAE Pro by pressing MODE repeatedly starting from the main measurement screen until you reach the En
5. Gas inlet Top cap Ne clip on back LED Alarm Buzzer Din ALARM Mri MODE key Y key ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 6 Charging The ToxiRAE Pro Always fully charge the battery before using the ToxiRAE Pro The ToxiRAE Pro s Li ion battery is charged by placing the ToxiRAE Pro in its cradle Contacts on the bottom of the ToxiRAE Pro meet the cradle s contact pins transferring power Rear view of ToxiRAE Pro Raised lip on rear of ToxiRAE Pro locks into cradle s latch Charging status LED pystems ToxiRAE Pro gt ToxiRAE Pro Charging and PC Communications Cradle Latch release Rear view of KE charging cradle Connect AC adapter to the charging cradle Note Before setting the ToxiRAE Pro into its charging cradle visually inspect the contacts to make sure they are clean If they are not wipe them with a soft dry cloth Do not use solvents or cleaners 10 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide Follow this procedure to charge the ToxiRAE Pro the procedure is applicable to the instrument with or without the rubber boot installed 1 Plug the AC DC adapter into the ToxiRAE Pro s cradle 2 Plug the AC DC adapter into the wall outlet 3 Place the ToxiRAE Pro into the cradle and press down until it is locked in place The ToxiRAE Pro begins charging automatically The LED in the cradle should glow red to indicate charging When charging is complete the LED in the c
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7. ID 60 sec Datalog tate started Datalog running Enter PC Com eee ee and stop measurement Sensor Ke initializing Stop Datalog f your ToxiRAE Pro is configured with an oxygen Oz sensor TWA and STEL are not included in the menus because neither TWA nor STEL are calculated for this sensor Min for minimum is included only when an oxygen sensor is used Note The gray boxes indicate the datalog functions when datalogging is in Manual mode When datalogging is in Automatic mode these screens do not appear Refer to page 25 for information on selecting Automatic or Manual datalogging 16 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 12 1 3 Advanced User Mode Note To enter Advanced User mode from Basic User mode you must enter Programming mode on an instrument that is running in Basic User mode by simultaneously pressing and holding both buttons for 3 seconds and then supplying a password To exit Programming Menu and return to the measurement screen in Advanced User mode press the MODE button repeatedly to highlight the Exit icon in Programming Menu and press Y to exit to the measurement screen When the ToxiRAE Pro is in Advanced User mode you may enter Programming without using a password Main Display Datalog stopped Date Start Time Datalog Calibration Gas Enter PC Com Temperature Interval Measurement Gas and stop 60 sec measurement Sensor E
8. User ID TWA Alarm Datalog Type User Mode Alarm Mode Date Buzzer amp Light Time Temp Unit Language Zero At Start LCD Contrast STEL and TWA are not included in the menus on a ToxiRAE Pro equipped with an O2 sensor Note There is also an Exit icon It has only one function When you select it the instrument exits Programming Mode updates the settings and returns to monitoring 21 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide Once you enter Programming the LCD displays the first menu Calibration Each subsequent menu is accessed by pressing MODE repeatedly until the desired menu is displayed To enter a submenu of a menu press Y 12 5 1 Calibration Two types of calibration are available Zero fresh air and Span In the Calibration submenu select Zero or Span Calibration by pressing MODE Once your choice is highlighted press Y Zero Calib The procedure for performing a zero calibration is covered on page 33 Span Calib The procedure for performing a basic span calibration is covered on page 36 Exit Press Y to exit Calibration is exited and Measurement is highlighted in the Programming Menu screen 12 5 2 Alarm Setting High Alarm Set the High Alarm as follows 1 Inthe High Alarm submenu press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 2 Press MODE to move to the next digit 3
9. damp cloth to avoid damage from electrostatic discharge For safety reasons this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only Read and understand this instruction manual completely before operating or servicing The monitor should be calibrated every time it does not pass a bump test but no less frequently than every six months depending on use and exposure to gas and contamination and its operational mode The ToxiRAE Pro monitor is factory preconfigured to a 30 day calibration interval so it will go into calibration alarm if it is not calibrated for 30 days or more Calibration intervals and bump test procedures may vary due to national legislation RAE Systems recommends using RAE calibration gas cylinders containing the gas that is appropriate to the sensor you are using and in the correct concentration ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide A AVERTISSEMENT Utiliser seulement la batterie Lithium ion RAE Systems r f rence G02 3004 000 3 7V 1 800mAh Cet instrument n a pas t test dans une atmosph re de gaz air explosive ayant une concentration d oxyg ne plus lev e que 21 La substitution de composants peut compromettre la s curit intrins que Ne changer les batteries que dans un emplacement d sign non dangereux RISQUE D ORIGINE ELECTROSTATIQUE Nettoyer uniquement avec un chiffon humide Pour des raisons de s curit cet quipement doit tre utilis et entretenu u
10. exit Datalog is exited and Monitor Setup is highlighted 26 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 12 5 4 Monitor Setup Wireless There are seven Wireless parameters Radio On Off PAN ID Channel Join Network Interval Off Network Alarm e Factory Reset Radio On Off This turns the wireless modem on or off Note Turning the radio off does not change any of the settings They are stored and ready for use the next time the wireless modem is turned on 1 Choose an On or Off by pressing MODE until your choice is highlighted The dark circle in the radio button indicates that an option has been selected 2 Press Y to select it 3 Press MODE repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to register your selection and exit To exit without saving the new value 1 Make sure your previous setting is selected 2 Press MODE repeatedly to advance to Exit 3 Press Y to exit PAN ID All units on a network must be programmed with the same Pan ID Personal Network Identifier to ensure communication compatibility Important The allowed range for Pan ID numbers is 001 through 999 Choose and enter a 3 digit PAN ID 1 Press Y and the display shows the current PAN ID Example 866 The left most digit is highlighted 2 Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 3 Press MODE to advance to t
11. nor STEL are calculated for this sensor Press MODE to advance from screen to screen 12 2 2 Date Time And Temperature The current Date is expressed as Month Day Year with two digits for month and day and four digits for the year Below the date is the time which is expressed as Hours Minutes Seconds with two digits for each The time is in 24 hour military format Below the time is the internal temperature which can be in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius settable in Programming Mode 12 2 3 Wireless Settings The current wireless settings are shown here These include the PAN ID Channel and Unit ID which are helpful when creating or troubleshooting networks Parent ID data does not apply 18 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 12 2 4 Enter PC Comm and stop measurement Before communicating with a PC running ProRAE Studio II Instrument Configuration and Data Management software for downloading datalogs configuring the instrument or uploading new firmware the ToxiRAE Pro must be set to communicate with the computer Press MODE repeatedly until you reach the Enter PC Comm and stop measurement screen Then press Y Measurement and datalogging are stopped and the instrument is now ready to communicate with the PC 12 3 Programming You must provide a 4 digit password to enter Programming Mode unless the ToxiRAE Pro is already running in Advanced User mode The default password is 0000 12 4 Entering Programmi
12. one alarm type to the other 2 Press Y to select an alarm type 3 When you have completed your selection press MODE until Exit is highlighted Then press Y to save the change and exit to Buzzer and Light Buzzer amp Light The buzzer light and vibration alarms can be programmed so that any combination all or none of them are activated when the ToxiRAE Pro goes into alarm Important If you program the ToxiRAE Pro so that no alarms are activated in an alarm condition you may put yourself or your workers at risk of being exposed to a hazardous atmosphere and being unaware of it as the indication of a dangerous condition will be limited to the concentration shown in the display and the name of the type of alarm flashing on the display 1 Choose an alarm combination setting by pressing MODE until your choice is highlighted 2 Press Y to select it 3 Press MODE repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to register your selection and exit To exit without saving the new value 1 Make sure your previous setting is selected 24 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 2 Press MODE repeatedly to advance to Exit 3 Press Y to exit Exit the Alarm Settings Submenu Press Y to exit the Alarm Settings submenu Alarm Settings is exited and Datalog is highlighted If you want to cycle through the Alarm Setting submenus press MODE instead of Y 12 5 3 Datalog Clear D
13. ppm Extended Range Methyl Mercaptan 0 to 10 ppm 0 1 ppm CH3 SH Nitric Oxide NO 0 to 250 ppm 0 5 ppm Nitrogen Dioxide NO2 0 to 20 ppm 0 1 ppm Oxygen O5 0 to 30 Vol 0 196 Vol Phosgene COCL 0 to 1 ppm 0 02 ppm Phosphine PH3 0 to 20 ppm 0 1 ppm Phosphine PH3 0 to 1 000 ppm 1 ppm Extended Range Sulfur Dioxide SO 0 to 20 ppm 0 1 ppm Check with RAE Systems for availability ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 4 Overview The ToxiRAE Pro is the world s first wireless personal monitor for toxic gases and oxygen The ToxiRAE Pro takes worker protection to the next level by providing safety professionals wireless access to real time instrument readings and alarm status from any location for better visibility and faster response The ToxiRAE Pro can detect a broad range of gases from carbon monoxide hydrogen sulfide and oxygen to ammonia chlorine and phosgene The ToxiRAE Pro s intelligent interchangeable sensors store calibration data so if you need to monitor one gas one day and another gas the next swapping the sensors in your ToxiRAE Pro is all it takes 5 User Interface The ToxiRAE Pro s user interface consists of the display four LEDs an alarm buzzer and two keys MODE and Y The LCD displays real time readings in specified measurement units sensor type alarm type when in alarm including cal overdue battery status datalog if on and radio and connection quality if available
14. the battery s charge is low the battery icon in the display screen turns empty and blinks once every second At the same time the following notifications occur every minute the buzzer beeps and LEDs blink once followed by a vibration and a screen message Battery low Shut off in X minutes The countdown to shutoff starts 10 minutes prior to automatic shutoff 11 Dead Battery Warning amp Shutoff If you turn on the ToxiRAE Pro and the battery s charge is below its lowest threshold the display shows this message Battery too low Needs charging Powering off It then automatically shuts off You must charge the ToxiRAE Pro s battery before you can continue to use this instrument Important Do not operate the ToxiRAE Pro again until its battery has been charged WARNING To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmospheres charge the battery only in areas known to be non hazardous 14 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 12 Operating The ToxiRAE Pro 12 1 Overview The ToxiRAE Pro has two operational modes e Normal see page 15 for detailed instructions e Diagnostic see page 38 for detailed instructions The following is an overview of the two modes Normal Mode is the default mode It is accessed when you turn on the ToxiRAE Pro Two sub modes are available Basic User and Advanced User In Basic User some restrictions are applied including password protection that guards against entering Programmin
15. the tab on the belt clip on the rear of the instrument 2 Remove the Philips screw that holds the clip in place 3 Stretch the bottom corners of the boot and gently slide the bottom of the boot over the rear of the ToxiRAE Pro 4 Slide the boot up until it comes off of the instrument Make sure that you do not force it to move if it sticks against the top cap Gently nudge it 5 Inspect the rubber boot for damage and replace it if it is cracked or torn When replacing the boot simply reverse the procedure sliding the boot onto the instrument and then carefully stretching it over the bottom portion of the instrument Do not forget to replace the belt clip 45 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 17 4 Filter Replacement A filter is permanently attached inside the ToxiRAE Pro s top cap which helps to keep debris and moisture out This filter should be inspected periodically and the cap and rubber insert should be inspected for damage If the filter is dirty or the cap shows signs of damage replace the entire instrument cap assembly including the cap and filter part number G02 0307 003 package of three To replace the cap assembly 1 Remove the top cap by unscrewing it 2 Discard the cap filter and replace it with a new one by screwing it on 25 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 17 5 Replacing The Sensor Follow the instructions for removing the cap in the previous section 1 Gently lift out the senso
16. using RAE Systems charger outside hazardous area Um 20V Use In Hazardous Areas Equipment which is intended for use in explosive atmospheres and which has been assessed and certified according to international regulations may be used only under specified conditions The components may not be modified in any way The appropriate regulations for service and repair must be properly observed during such activities 54 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide Year of manufacture To identify the year of manufacture refer to the serial number of the instrument The second to last digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture For example M indicates the manufacturing year is 2010 First digit Year 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 z c 4o no vz z xc 2019 55 SYSTEMS RAE Systems World Headquarters 3775 N First St San Jose CA 95134 1708 USA Phone 408 952 8200 Fax 408 952 8480 E mail customerserv raesystems com Web Site www raesystems com P N G02 4009 000 Rev B May 2011
17. C e Two years on non consumable components and CO HS and O sensors One year on all other sensors battery and consumable parts Specifications are subject to change ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 3 Available Electrochemical Sensors For ToxiRAE Pro The following sensors are available for use in the ToxiRAE Pro Note When replacing a sensor even with the same type the sensor may require conditioning before first use in addition to typical warm up time prior to normal operation This can take from a few minutes to 24 hours depending on the type of sensor Refer to RAE Systems Technical Note TN 151 for information on electrochemical sensor replacement and maintenance Sensor Range Resolution Ammonia NH3 0 to 100 ppm 1 ppm Carbon Monoxide CO 0 to 500 ppm 1 ppm Carbon Monoxide CO 0 to 2 000 ppm 10 ppm Extended Range Carbon Monoxide CO 0 to 2 000 ppm 10 ppm H2 Compensated Chlorine Cl 0 to 50 ppm 0 1 ppm Chlorine Dioxide C102 0 to 1 ppm 0 03 ppm Ethylene Oxide EtO A 0 to 100 ppm 1 ppm Ethylene Oxide EtO B 0 to 10 ppm 0 1 ppm Ethylene Oxide EtO C 0 to 500 ppm 10 ppm Extended Range Hydrogen H2 0 to 1 000 ppm 2 ppm Hydrogen Chloride HCI 0 to 15 ppm 0 2 ppm Hydrogen Cyanide HCN 0 to 50 ppm 0 5 ppm Hydrogen Fluoride HF 0 to 10 ppm 0 1 ppm Hydrogen Sulfide H2S 0 to 100 ppm 0 1 ppm Hydrogen Sulfide H2S 0 to 1 000 ppm 1
18. ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide P N G02 4009 000 Rev B May 2011 Copyright 2011 RAE Systems Inc ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide Contents Read Before Operating EE 3 G n ral InfottnatiONi cu a p e ee oa eee 6 2 E TE e EE 7 3 Available Electrochemical Sensors For ToxiRAE Dro 8 RE EE 9 5 User Interface ois Soli dees eech 9 6 Charging The TOUMRAE PEOS oi trot WS tt Vo sn tele pa Doder 10 6 1 Removing The ToxiRAE Pro From The Charging Cradle 11 6 2 Low Voltage E EE LI T Turime The EoxiR AE RE 12 8 Turning The ToxiR AE Pro Off onines eter tates obe teet ordi EE 13 9 Testing The Alarms Manually such ttes nn in Fosse de iube y pow ode 13 It Low Battery MACHEREN 14 11 Dead Battery Warning amp Shutoff fase donnee net ege eege 14 12 Operating Therese ENEE 15 12 1 ON a CA T d Geteaets 15 PAT Normal Eeer e tu 15 12 1 2 Basic User Mode ineo eed BAe inka dec stes dte tede debe e efie 16 12 1 3 Advanced User Mode anses nent tse net d ESA 17 12 2 Navigation In Normal Mode 18 122 ER NEE 18 12 2 2 Date Time And Temperature ER See 18 12 23 Wireless SOLES EE 18 12 2 4 Enter PC Comm and stop measurement 19 12 3 EEN asa T E toad R TRA R E stan sheen 19 12 4 Entering Programming Mode ss 19 12 4 1 Navigating Programming Menus seen 21 12 5 Programming Menus Sine dac S foster ent dee a S NEM M ee 21 123 L Cali DERUOTL arn a eee ees ei eu eee 22 12 52 A
19. When you are satisfied with the number press MODE until OK is highlighted 4 To save the new value press Y The value is saved and the menu advances to Low Alarm To exit without saving the new value 1 Press MODE to advance to Cancel 2 Press Y to exit the High Alarm submenu and advance to the Low Alarm submenu 22 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide Low Alarm Set the Low Alarm as follows 1 In the Low Alarm submenu press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 2 Press MODE to move to the next digit When you are satisfied with the number press MODE until OK is highlighted 4 To save the new value press Y The value is saved and the menu advances to STEL Alarm Loi To exit without saving the new value 1 Press MODE to advance to Cancel 2 Press Y to exit the Low Alarm submenu and advance to STEL Alarm submenu STEL Alarm Set the STEL Alarm as follows except if the ToxiRAE Pro has an O sensor then there is no STEL Alarm 1 In the STEL Alarm submenu press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 2 Press MODE to move to the next digit 3 When you are satisfied with the number press MODE several times until OK is highlighted 4 To save the new value pr
20. ace 10 Tighten all four screws by turning them clockwise with a torque limiting screwdriver preferably an electric one Tighten them in the numerical order shown here to a torque rating of 3 54 to 4 43 Ibf in 4 08 to 5 10 kgf cm Note Incorrectly tightening the screws may compromise the instrument s IP rating 11 Inspect the filter in the top cap and replace if necessary Screw on the top cap Important Charge the battery completely before using the ToxiRAE Pro and check the calibration before placing the instrument in service 43 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 17 2 Proper Battery Disposal This product may contain one or more sealed lead acid nickel cadmium NiCd nickel metal hydride NiMH lithium Li or lithium ion batteries Specific battery information is given in this user guide Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly This symbol crossed out wheeled bin indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries Please do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of this product 44 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 17 3 Removing And Installing The Rubber Boot The protective rubber boot on the ToxiRAE Pro must be removed before the sensor top cap or back of the instrument can be removed When removing the boot follow these steps outlined here 1 Flip up
21. ally safe Continuous datalogging capability Fully automated bump testing and calibration with AutoRAE 2 S Easy to maintain with replaceable sensor and Lithium ion battery e Wireless or non wireless versions are available Wireless functionality is currently offered in North America and Europe Contact RAE Systems for availability in other regions Contact RAE Systems for availability Wireless versions have a functioning wireless modem and are ready for wireless deployments Non wireless versions cannot be upgraded to wireless in the future Additional equipment and or software licenses may be required to enable remote wireless monitoring and alarm transmission ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 2 Specifications Dimensions Weight Sensor Battery Display Display Readout Keypad Sampling Calibration Alarm Modes Datalogging Communication and Data Download Wireless Network Wireless Frequency Wireless Range Typical Operating Temperature Humidity Dust and Water Resistance Hazardous Location Approvals CE Compliance European Conformity Warranty ToxiRAE Pro Specifications 118 mm x 60 mm x 30 mm 4 6 x 2 4 x 1 2 220g 7 76 oz Over 20 intelligent interchangeable field replaceable electrochemical sensors Rechargeable Li ion battery Operating time gt 30 hours normal operation Recharge time 4 hours through charging cradle Graphical LCD display with white LED backlighting activat
22. atalog This operation erases all data stored in the datalog Note Once the datalog is cleared the data cannot be recovered Press Y to clear the datalog The display asks Are you sure e Press Y if you want to clear the datalog When it has been cleared the display shows Datalog Cleared e Press MODE if you do not want to clear the datalog You are taken to the next submenu Interval Interval Intervals are shown in seconds The default value is 60 seconds The maximum interval is 3600 seconds and the minimum is 1 second 1 Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 2 Press MODE to advance to the next digit 3 Repeat this process until the desired value is entered When you have completed your selections press MODE repeatedly until OK is highlighted e To save the new value press Y e To cancel the changes and keep the settings as they were press MODE to highlight Cancel Then press Y You are taken to the next submenu Data Selection 25 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide Data Selection Data Selection allows you to select which types of data are stored and made available when you download your datalog to a computer via ProRAE Studio II software You can choose any or all of four types of data you must choose at least one e Minimum e Average e Maximum e Real Time
23. d pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 Press MODE to advance to the next digit Repeat this process until all six digits of the new time are entered 3 Press MODE repeatedly until OK is highlighted Press Y to save your selection exit the Time submenu and advance to Temp Unit Note If you do not want to save the change press MODE until Cancel is highlighted Press Y to exit to Temp Unit without saving the changes 31 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide Temp Unit The display unit of the internal temperature sensor can be switched between Fahrenheit and Celsius To change the Temp Unit 1 Press MODE to step from one option to the other The highlighted option changes each time you press MODE 2 Press Y to make your selection the dark circle in the radio button indicates the option has been selected 3 When you have completed your selection press MODE repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to save your selection exit the Temp Unit menu and advance to Language Language English is the default language but other languages can also be selected for the instrument 1 Press MODE to step from one option to the next The highlighted option changes each time you press MODE 2 Press Y to make your selection the dark circle in the radio button indicates this option has been selected 3 When you have completed your selection press MODE
24. ed when monitor is in alarm or with a button press Real time reading of concentrations in parts per million battery status datalogging on off status wireless on off and reception quality STEL TWA and peak values as applicable 2 buttons for operation and programming Diffusion Automatic with AutoRAE 2 Test and Calibration Station or manual Wireless remote alarm notification audible 95dB 30cm vibration visible alarm flashing bright red LEDs and on screen indication of alarm conditions Additional diagnostic alarm and display message for low battery Continuous Datalogging with a three month capacity at one minute intervals User configurable datalogging interval from 1 to 3 600 seconds Data download and instrument set up on PC via charging and PC communication cradle Data download via AutoRAE 2 Automated Test and Calibration Station Wireless data and status transmission via built in RF modem optional RAE Systems Dedicated Wireless Network ISM license free bands 300 feet 100 meters 4 to 131 F 20 to 55 C 0 to 95 relative humidity non condensing IP 65 rating for dust and water ingress protection validated by an independent test laboratory US and Canada cs Class I Div 1 Groups A B C D T4 Class I Zone 0 A Exia IIC T4 Europe ATEX C 9 11 1G Ex ia IIC Ga T4 IECEx Ex ia IIC Ga T4 China Ex ia IIC T4 EMC directive 2004 108 EC R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC ATEX directive 94 9 E
25. ems com 48 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 18 Troubleshooting Possible Reasons amp Solutions Cannot turn on power Reasons Depleted battery Defective battery Solutions Replace battery Lost password Solutions Use ProRAE Studio II software to change the password Call Technical Support at 1 408 752 0723 or toll free at 1 888 723 4800 Reading abnormally Reasons Calibration Adapter is Low attached Incorrect calibration Solutions Remove Calibration Adapter Calibrate the ToxiRAE Pro Buzzer LEDs or Reasons Alarms may be turned vibration alarm off Inoperative Blocked alarm port Bad buzzer LEDs or vibration alarm Solutions Enable alarms in the Buzzer amp Light section of the Alarm Settings sub menu in the Programming menu Unblock alarm port Call authorized service center 49 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 19 Technical Support To contact RAE Systems Technical Support Team Monday through Friday 7 00AM to 5 00PM Pacific US Time Phone toll free 1 888 723 4800 Phone 1 408 952 8461 Email tech raesystems com Critical after hours support is available 1 408 952 8200 select option 9 20 RAE Systems Contacts RAE Systems World Headquarters 3775 N First St San Jose CA 95134 1708 USA Phone 1 408 952 8200 Fax 1 408 952 8480 E mail customerserv raesystems com Web Site www raesystems com RAE Systems Technical Support Monday through Friday 7 00AM t
26. epeatedly to highlight OK and then press Y Note If the ToxiRAE Pro is in Programming Mode and you do not press a key within 60 seconds it exits Programming Mode and re enters Normal Mode 35 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide At the Calibration screen press Y Zero Calib is highlighted Make sure the ToxiRAE Pro is in clean air Otherwise attach a cylinder of zero gas to the Calibration Adapter installed on the instrument Press Y The message Apply zero gas is displayed Start the flow of the zero gas if used and press Y to start the zero calibration 5 There is a 60 second countdown during which time the screen shows the word Zeroing and the countdown 6 Upon completion it says Zeroing is done Reading 0 0ppm along with the reading it should be 0 0 ppm or very close to it 7 Span Calib is highlighted Be PE E Note You can abort the zero calibration during its countdown by pressing the MODE key Important If you used the Calibration Adapter and a zero air cylinder you must remove the Calibration Adapter from the ToxiRAE Pro If the Calibration Adapter is attached during normal operation inconsistent and lower than normal readings will occur because of decreased concentration of the gas being monitored 13 4 Span Calibration This procedure determines the second point of the sensor calibration curve for the sensor To begin calibration connect the calibration ga
27. ess Y The value is saved and the menu advances to TWA Alarm To exit without saving the new value 1 Press MODE to advance to Cancel 2 Press Y to exit the STEL Alarm submenu and advance to the TWA Alarm submenu TWA Set the TWA Alarm as follows except if the ToxiRAE Pro has an O sensor then there is no TWA Alarm 1 In the TWA Alarm submenu press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 2 Press MODE to move to the next digit 3 When you are satisfied with the number press MODE until OK is highlighted 23 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 4 To save the new value press Y The value is saved and the menu advances to Alarm Mode To exit without saving the new value 1 Press MODE to advance to Cancel 2 Press Y to exit the TWA Alarm submenu and advance to the Alarm Mode submenu Alarm Mode There are two selectable alarm types Auto Reset When an alarm is triggered and after the alarm condition is no longer present the alarm stops and resets by itself Latch When the alarm is triggered it will not cease until you manually turn it off The latched setting only controls alarms for High Alarm and Low Alarm not the STEL or TWA alarms Note To clear an alarm when the instrument is set to Latched press Y when the main measurement display is shown 1 Press MODE to step from
28. fter calibrating the ToxiRAE Pro you must remove the Calibration Adapter by lifting it off the ToxiRAE Pro 34 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 13 3 Zero Calibration This operation sets the zero point of the sensor calibration curve for clean air Expose the ToxiRAE Pro to a clean air source with 20 9 oxygen and without any organic toxic or combustible gas impurities This Zero Air can come from a cylinder or clean ambient air Note If you use a zero air cylinder you must use the ToxiRAE Pro Calibration Adapter Using a calibration adapter is not necessary for calibration in fresh air Turn on the ToxiRAE Pro Once it has been through its startup enter Programming Mode 1 Press and hold MODE and Y until you see the Password screen Password Cancel 2 Input the 4 digit password e Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 e Step from digit to digit using MODE e When you are done press MODE until OK or Cancel is highlighted e Press Y to register the password if OK is highlighted or to exit without entering the password if Cancel is selected If you make a mistake you can cycle through the digits by pressing MODE and then using Y to change the number in each position Note The default password is 0000 If you do not know the password do not enter anything Just press MODE r
29. g Mode by unauthorized personnel In Advanced there are no such access restrictions you do not need a password and it provides the indications and data you need most for typical monitoring applications Diagnostic Mode is primarily intended for technicians to use during troubleshooting although it also offers access to a few changeable parameters that you may rarely if ever need to change A password is required to enter Diagnostic Mode the password is the same as and automatically kept in sync with the one used to enter Programming Mode The default password is 0000 To enter Diagnostic Mode power the instrument off and then turn it back on by pressing and holding both the buttons In Diagnostic Mode ToxiRAE Pro displays readings in raw counts instead of units such as parts per million ppm It is not possible to switch to Programming from Diagnostic Mode without turning off the instrument first and then restarting it in the desired mode 12 1 1 Normal Mode Normal Mode is the default mode of the ToxiRAE Pro when it is turned on The selected sub mode Basic or Advanced determines the number of screens that are accessible 15 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 12 1 2 Basic User Mode When the ToxiRAE Pro is in Basic User Mode pressing MODE allows you to step through the screens in the following fashion Main Display Datalog stopped Date PAN ID Start Time Datalog Temperature Unit ID Interval Parent
30. g Replacement Parts s reet sotto trae aee noie ENEE 48 t3 DroublesBOOHNHS o oco RS ne um cid res 49 19 Technical Support EE 50 20 RAE Systems EE 50 21 Appendix A Regulatory Information ss 53 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide N WARNINGS N Read Before Operating This manual must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the responsibility of using maintaining or servicing this product The product will perform as designed only if it is used maintained and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions CAUTION Never operate the monitor when the cover is removed Remove the monitor top cap rear cover or battery only in an area known to be non hazardous Product Registration Register your product online by visiting http www raesystems com support product registration By registering your product you can e Receive notification of product upgrades or enhancements e Be alerted to Training classes in your area e Take advantage of RAE Systems special offers and promotions ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide A WARNINGS A Use only RAE Systems lithium ion battery part number G02 3004 000 3 7V 1 800mAh This instrument has not been tested in an explosive gas air atmosphere having an oxygen concentration greater than 21 Substitution of components may impair suitability for intrinsic safety Replace batteries only in non hazardous locations STATIC HAZARD Clean only with a
31. he next digit Repeat this process until all eight characters of the new PAN ID are entered 27 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide To save your new PAN ID and exit press MODE repeatedly until OK is highlighted Then press Y It says Applying settings and then Settings applied successfully to indicate they have been registered The menu now advances automatically to Channel Channel Every network operates on its own channel between 01 and 10 do not use 00 If you need to know the network s channel check the EchoView Host s setting Note In Europe only Channel 11 can be used and it is preset it cannot be changed Choose and enter a 2 digit Channel 1 Press Y and the display shows the current Channel Example 10 The left most digit is highlighted 2 Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 3 Press MODE to advance to the next digit Repeat this process until all eight characters of the new Channel are entered To save your new Channel number and exit press MODE repeatedly until OK is highlighted Then press Y It says Applying settings and then Settings applied successfully to indicate they have been registered The menu now advances automatically to Join Network Join Network This screen is for joining an existing network When you see this screen press Y to
32. ill occur because of decreased concentration of the gas being monitored 13 4 1 Changing Span Gas Concentration If you selected Change for span gas concentration the following screen appears 1 Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 2 Step from one digit to the next by pressing MODE 3 When you are done press MODE until either OK or Cancel is selected Press Y to register your selection if OK is highlighted or to exit without registering it if Cancel is selected 37 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 14 Diagnostic Mode In Diagnostic Mode the ToxiRAE Pro provides raw counts for sensor battery and other readings Most of these screens are useful only to service technicians Therefore if you require information on Diagnostic Mode refer to the ToxiRAE Pro Service Guide The ToxiRAE Pro s Diagnostic Mode can only be accessed at startup time In Diagnostic Mode ToxiRAE Pro displays readings in raw counts instead of units such as parts per million ppm 14 1 Entering Diagnostic Mode 1 With the ToxiRAE Pro turned off press and hold both MODE and Y 2 When the display turns on and the password screen appears release the keys 3 Enter the 4 digit password the password is the same as the one for the Programming Mode e Step from one position in the four character
33. ings for High Low STEL and TWA as applicable Datalog type and interval 5 Once the startup process is complete a sensor warm up screen is shown with countdown if necessary the countdown time may vary for different sensors Then the main measurement screen is shown The type of monitored hazard is displayed with the current reading The ToxiRAE Pro is now ready for use 8 Turning The ToxiRAE Pro Off Press and hold MODE In 2 seconds a 5 second countdown to shutoff begins accompanied by one buzzer beep per second You must hold your finger on the key for the entire shutoff process If you remove your finger from the key during the countdown the shutoff operation is canceled and the ToxiRAE Pro continues normal operation When you see Unit Off release your finger from the MODE key The ToxiRAE Pro is now off 9 Testing The Alarms Manually Under normal non alarm conditions the buzzer vibration alarm and LEDs can be tested at any time by pressing and holding Y Important If any of the alarms does not respond to this test check the Alarm Settings It is possible that any or all of the alarms have been turned off If all the alarms are turned on but one or more of them buzzer LED lights or vibration alarm does not respond to this test do not use the instrument contact your RAE Systems distributor for technical support 13 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 10 Low Battery Warnings If during operation
34. initializing Stop Datalog Yi Datalog 1 wm stopped f your ToxiRAE Pro is configured with an oxygen O2 sensor TWA and STEL are not included in the menus because neither TWA nor STEL are calculated for this sensor Min for minimum is included only when an oxygen sensor is used mm mmmmmmmmms 17 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 12 2 Navigation In Normal Mode Step through the screens in Normal Mode by pressing MODE Some screens allow actions on your part such as clearing the data In these instances pressing Y performs the action 12 2 1 TWA STEL Peak The first screen includes a readout for TWA STEL and Peak readings TWA The TWA time weighted average reading is the average reading of the gas concentration times that the monitor has been on prorated to an 8 hour period STEL Short Term Exposure Limit STEL data based on 15 minute STEL values expressed in ppm or mg m A STEL value is only displayed after the ToxiRAE Pro has been on for 15 minutes or longer After exiting PC Communications mode the STEL value is reset Peak The Peak value tells you the highest reading for the sensor since the ToxiRAE Pro was turned on Press Y twice to clear the Peak value Note If you do not press a key within 1 minute the display reverts to the normal reading Tf your ToxiRAE Pro is configured with an oxygen O2 sensor TWA and STEL are not included in the menus because neither TWA
35. join or MODE to exit without joining While searching for the network the message Joining network is displayed If the network is found and successfully joined then Join network successful is displayed Press MODE to acknowledge the connection and return to the Wireless menu If the network is not joined the display shows Join network failed You have two options Exit and Retry If you want to retry check that your network setting is correct matches the EchoView Host and that the EchoView Host is turned on and operating Then press Y to retry Interval This sets the amount of time between data transmissions to the EchoView Host To change the Interval 1 Press MODE to step from one option to the other The highlighted option changes each time you press MODE 28 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 2 Press Y to make your selection the dark circle in the radio button indicates the option has been selected 3 When you have completed your selection press MODE repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to save your selection exit the Interval menu and advance to Off Netwk Alarm Off Netwk Alarm When this is enabled the unit goes into alarm whenever an active network connection is lost This informs you that connectivity has been broken between the ToxiRAE Pro and the EchoView Host 1 Choose On or Off by pressing MODE until your choice is highlighted
36. larm Setting 5 eese tace edd EEN ee eA AVR E YE cae eR ez eR de eda te Ha 22 e EE 25 12 54 Monitor Set P EE 21 12 6 Exit Exit Programming Mode edu eo nina 33 13 Bump Testing amp Calibrating The ToxiRAE Pro ss 33 13 1 Bump Testing amp Calibrating With An AutoRAE 21M 33 13 1 1 Bump Functional Testiig uu eher techo treten Ute ohh eodd 33 13 2 Calibration Adapter ta oreet He etd seh ee A aetna cs 34 13 2 1 Connecting The Calibration Adapter 34 13 2 2 Disconnecting The Calibration Adapter eese 34 13 3 Zero Calibra EE 35 13 4 Span Cal DEAD EE 36 13 4 1 Changing Span Gas Concentration 37 14 Diagnostic Mode srsssssen ierann eien a a AE E Dee 38 14 1 Entering Diagnostic Mode e n edo dotati 38 14 2 Navigating Diagnostic Mode E ht ele ee 38 14 3 Exiting Diagnostic Mode ameet aed Le A SES OREL dude 38 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide RATE Signal ee EE 39 16 Downloading Datalogs And Performing PC Based Instrument Configuration and Firmware Upgrades sese 40 T7 E sad 41 17 1 Replacing the ToxiRAE Pro Li Ion Battery eee 41 17 2 Proper Battery Disposal ce er tereti Ri anini ini 44 17 3 Removing And Installing The Rubber Boot 45 17 4 Filtet Replacenient EE 46 17 5 Replacing The SeS O oie ocio te ultus nie a EE AiR SES 47 17 6 Cleaning The BXIeEIOFL 5uescoctis telle vos eg et Bp uc ag 48 17 6 1 Orderin
37. m one option to the other The highlighting changes each time you press MODE 2 Press Y to make your selection the dark circle in the radio button indicates the option has been selected 3 When you have completed your selection press MODE repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to register your selection exit the User Mode submenu and advance to Date 30 Date ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide The Date is expressed as Month Day Year with two digits for each MM DD YY The left most digit is highlighted to indicate it is selected when you enter the Date submenu 1 Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 Press MODE to advance to the next digit Repeat this process until all six digits of the new date are entered 3 Press MODE repeatedly until OK is highlighted Time Press Y to save your selection and advance to Time Note If you do not want to save the change press MODE repeatedly until Cancel is highlighted Press Y to exit to Time without saving the changes The Time is expressed as Hours Minutes Seconds with two digits for each The time is in 24 hour military format of HH MM SS The left most digit is highlighted to indicate it is selected 1 Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reache
38. n you reach Exit and press MODE the menu cycles back to Calibration To exit the Programming Menu highlight Exit by pressing the MODE button and press the Y key 20 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 12 4 1 Navigating Programming Menus Navigating through the Programming menus is easy and consistent using a single interface format of a forward arrow and Select controlled by the MODE key and Y key respectively In the submenus the functions of a down arrow and Select are controlled by the MODE key and Y key respectively Also in submenus the functions of the keys may correspond to the instruction directly above each key Therefore if it says OK above the MODE key pressing MODE selects OK When setting numerical data the MODE key typically selects which digit is highlighted while each press of Y increases the digit by 1 12 5 Programming Menus Programming allows anyone with the password to change the instrument s settings calibrate the instrument enter user information etc Programming has four menus Each menu includes several submenus to perform additional programming functions This table shows the menus and their icons and submenus PA OR Calibration Alarm Setting Datalog Monitor Setup Zero Calibration High Alarm Clear Datalog Wireless Span Calibration Low Alarm Interval Site ID STEL Alarm Data Selection
39. ng Mode 1 Press and hold MODE and Y simultaneously until the Password screen appears Password Cancel 2 Input the 4 digit password e Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 e Step from digit to digit using MODE e When you are done continue pressing MODE until OK or Cancel is highlighted e Press Y to register the password if OK is highlighted or to exit without entering the password if Cancel is selected If you make a mistake you can cycle through the digits by pressing MODE repeatedly and then using Y to change the number in each position Note The default password is 0000 19 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide When you have successfully entered Programming Mode the following screen appears Calibration Note The password can only be changed by connecting the instrument to a PC running ProRAE Studio II software Follow the instructions in ProRAE Studio II to change it The Calibration icon is highlighted first by default but you can press MODE to step from one programming menu item to the next with the name of the menu shown at the top of the display and the corresponding icon highlighted As you repeatedly press MODE the selection moves from left to right and the following screens appear in sequence Calibration Alarm Setting Datalog i EIE E We XI B Note Whe
40. niquement par un personnel qualifi Etudier le manuel d instructions en entier avant d utiliser ou d entretenir l quipement Le ToxiRAE Pro est configur en usine avec une p riode de calibration de 30 jours si il n est pas calibr durant cette p riode il passe en alarme e Une v rification d talonnage est d finie par une exposition du d tecteur au gaz d talonnage qui doit d clencher le seuil d alarmes bas e Les p riodes de calibration peuvent varier suivant les l gislations locales e RAE Systems recommande l utilisation de gaz talons de RAE Systems qui contiennent le gaz appropri au capteur que vous utilisez et avec une concentration ad quate ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 1 General Information ToxiRAE Pro is a personal wireless monitor for toxic gases and oxygen deficiency enrichment The ToxiRAE Pro can detect a broad range of gases from carbon monoxide hydrogen sulfide and oxygen to ammonia chlorine and phosgene The ToxiRAE Pro s intelligent interchangeable sensors store calibration data so if you need to monitor one gas one day and another gas the next swapping the sensors in your ToxiRAE Pro is all it takes Key Features Wireless Personal Proven Wireless access to real time instrument readings and alarm status from any location Unmistakable five way local and remote wireless notification of alarm conditions Largest display in its class Reliable rugged and intrinsic
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42. or Setup is exited Exit to exit Programming Mode is highlighted 12 6 Exit Exit Programming Mode To exit Programming Mode and return to normal operation press MODE until the Exit icon is highlighted Press Y to exit You will see Updating Settings as changes are registered and the mode changes to normal operation 13 Bump Testing amp Calibrating The ToxiRAE Pro Note Calibration intervals and bump test procedures may vary due to national legislation 13 1 Bump Testing amp Calibrating With An AutoRAE 2 Bump testing and calibrating a ToxiRAE Pro can be done with an AutoRAE 2 Automatic Test And Calibration Station Follow all instructions in the AutoRAE 2 User s Guide for successful bump testing or calibration 13 1 1 Bump Functional Testing With the ToxiRAE Pro in Normal Mode 1 Connect the calibration gas cylinder flow regulator and calibration adapter to the ToxiRAE Pro and start the gas flow 2 Make sure the unit goes into alarm and that the buzzer produces at least two beeps per second the LED lights flash on and off and the vibration alarm functions The display backlight should illuminate and an alarm message should be shown in the display 3 Turn off the gas flow 4 Remove the calibration adapter Note Bump testing and calibration can also be performed by using the RAE Systems AutoRAE 2 Automatic Test And Calibration Station Refer to the AutoRAE 2 User s Guide for instruction
43. p is a self test of the system Note If the battery is almost fully discharged the message Battery too low Needs charging Powering off shows in the display and the ToxiRAE Pro shuts off You must charge the battery before you can use the instrument Self testing is performed by the ToxiRAE Pro Note If one of the following error messages is displayed shut off the ToxiRAE Pro by pressing MODE e Sensor error e Wrong sensor If any of the following error messages occurs you can either shut off the instrument by pressing MODE or continue to the next startup test by pressing Y e Real time clock error e Memory error e Sensor changed For any of these error types try restarting the instrument If the error message appears again after five more attempts to restart the instrument consult the distributor from whom the instrument was purchased for technical support 12 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 4 After self testing two start up options are available for the ToxiRAE Pro Normal and Fast Start up The following information is displayed in sequence under Normal Start up and skipped under Fast Start up e Sensor type Sensor serial number Date time and temperature Calibration gas Last calibration date Measurement gas User mode Battery type voltage and shutoff voltage Alarm mode Buzzer enabled disabled status Light enabled disabled status Vibration alarm enabled disabled status Alarm sett
44. r module with your fingers 4 Sensor module fob 2 The sensor can only go into its slot one way The connector inside the ToxiRAE Pro and the indexing guides are good visual indicators of how to set the sensor into position Match index keys on sensor module with ToxiRAE Pro enclosure e e Sensor indexing key 3 Place the sensor module into the ToxiRAE Pro Make sure the indexing keys are aligned the sensor can only go in one way and that it is seated firmly 4 Carefully place the cap back onto the ToxiRAE Pro by screwing it on Note Always calibrate the ToxiRAE Pro after replacing the sensor module 47 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 17 6 Cleaning The Exterior Occasional external cleaning of the instrument with a soft cloth is recommended Do not use detergents or chemicals If necessary you can use a damp cloth water only It is a good idea to install the Calibration Adapter before cleaning the ToxiRAE Pro s housing to keep dirt dust or moisture away from the sensor openings and to keep the filter clean Visually inspect the contacts at the base of the ToxiRAE Pro and on the charging cradle to make sure they are clean If they are not wipe them with a soft dry cloth Never use solvents or cleaners 17 6 1 Ordering Replacement Parts If you need replacement parts contact your local RAE Systems distributor A list of authorized distributors is available online http www raesyst
45. radle glows green WARNING To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmospheres recharge the instrument only in areas known to be non hazardous Remove and replace batteries only in areas known to be non hazardous 6 1 Removing The ToxiRAE Pro From The Charging Cradle To remove the ToxiRAE Pro from its charging cradle press down on the latch release on the back of the charging cradle while slightly tilting the ToxiRAE Pro toward the front of the cradle and lift it out Lift ToxiRAE Pro out of Press on latch charging cradle mm 6 2 Low Voltage Shutoff When the battery s charge falls below the shutoff voltage the ToxiRAE Pro then turns itself off Recharge the battery by placing the ToxiRAE Pro in its cradle the cradle should be connected to the AC adapter 11 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 7 Turning The ToxiRAE Pro On To turn the ToxiRAE Pro on press and hold MODE for 3 seconds Caution The alarm buzzer is very loud During startup you can mute most of the sound by holding a finger over the alarm buzzer port Note Never put tape over the alarm buzzer port to permanently mute it or otherwise limit the loudness of the buzzer 1 When the ToxiRAE Pro turns on the buzzer vibration alarm and LEDs are tested The firmware version is shown in the display for example V1 00 indicates firmware version 1 00 A battery test is performed If the battery has sufficient charge then the next ste
46. repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to save your selection exit the Language submenu and advance to Zero At Start Zero At Start When Zero At Start is turned on the instrument starts with zero calibration every time it is turned on 1 Press MODE to choose between Off and On 2 Press Y to make your selection the dark circle in the radio button indicates your selection 3 When you have completed your selection press MODE repeatedly until Exit is highlighted 4 Press Y to save your selection exit the Zero At Start submenu and advance to LCD Contrast LCD Contrast The display s contrast can be increased or decreased from its default setting You may not need to ever change the default setting but sometimes you can optimize the display to suit extreme temperature and ambient brightness darkness conditions 1 Press and hold Y to select a desired level of contrast The range is 1 to 100 Once 100 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 1 32 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 2 When you have completed your selection press MODE repeatedly until OK is highlighted 3 Press Y to save your selection and exit the LCD Contrast Note If you do not want to save the change press MODE repeatedly until Cancel is highlighted Press Y to exit without saving the changes Exit Monitor Setup Submenu Press Y to exit Monit
47. rubber boot is on the ToxiRAE Pro remove it refer to page 45 for details 2 Remove the cap by unscrewing it e EEN eg 3 Remove the sensor module by gripping it with your fingers and pulling it out Do not use tools which could damage the sensor module 4 Place the ToxiRAE Pro face down on a soft surface 41 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 5 Remove the four screws on the back of the instrument by turning them counterclockwise 5 Hold the ToxiRAE Pro down and separate the rear cover from the front by pulling from the top and tilting it open without disconnecting the ribbon cable connecting the two halves 6 Carefully disconnect the battery from the battery connectors on the circuit board by pulling it toward the bottom of the instrument Be careful not to damage the ribbon cable 7 Before installing a new battery visually inspect the contact pins on the ToxiRAE Pro circuit board to make sure they are not bent If they are carefully straighten them before installing the battery Install the new battery part number G02 3004 42 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 000 making sure it is inserted fully Make sure the battery connectors on the circuit board go all the way into the connector slots in the battery 8 Inspect to make sure the ribbon connector is still connected and plug it back in if it has come unplugged 9 Place the cover over the compartment by tilting it up and then fitting it in pl
48. s 33 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 13 2 Calibration Adapter The ToxiRAE Pro is a diffusion monitor and must be calibrated using a fixed flow regulator with a flow rate between 0 5 and 1 0 liters per minute The ToxiRAE Pro is supplied with a special calibration adapter that covers the gas inlet If the local air has impurities that might interfere with zero fresh air calibration the calibration adapter and a cylinder of clean zero air should be used 13 2 1 Connecting The Calibration Adapter The supplied Calibration Adapter has a removable insert to allow bump testing and calibration to be performed on the instrument regardless of whether it has a rubber boot installed Use the Calibration Adapter without the insert to calibrate the instrument in the rubber boot and with the insert to calibrate the instrument without the rubber boot on it 1 Place the Calibration Adapter on the top cap of the ToxiRAE Pro by pressing it into place hs t D 2 Attach the hose from the regulator calibration gas cylinder to the Calibration Adapter s inlet Caution After calibration is complete remove the Calibration Adapter When monitoring never operate the ToxiRAE Pro with the Calibration Adapter attached If the Calibration Adapter is attached during normal operation inconsistent and lower than normal readings will occur because of decreased concentration of the gas being monitored 13 2 2 Disconnecting The Calibration Adapter A
49. s cylinder flow regulator and calibration adapter to the ToxiRAE Pro With the ToxiRAE Pro in Programming Mode and with Span Calib highlighted follow this procedure 1 Press Y The screen displays the current or default calibration gas and its concentration For example Cal Gas CO Span 50ppm Change e Press MODE if you do not want to change it e Press Y if you want to change it If you entered the Calibration Menu without supplying the correct password or supplied the correct password but chose not to change the Cal Gas you will see a message like this Cal Gas CO Span 50ppm Apply gas 2 Press Y to start calibration 36 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 3 Press MODE if you want to quit without calibrating During calibration the calibration gas name its concentration and the countdown are displayed Depending upon the device alarm settings the monitor may go into low and then high alarm once span calibration is complete which is expected in response to the test gas Note You can abort span calibration during its countdown by pressing MODE Upon completion the screen Span is done appears along with the reading it should be within 10 of the span gas concentration Important After calibration is complete you must remove the Calibration Adapter from the ToxiRAE Pro If the Calibration Adapter is attached during normal operation inconsistent and lower than normal readings w
50. string to the other by pressing MODE e Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 e Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 4 When you are done press MODE until either OK or Cancel is selected Press Y to register the password if OK is highlighted or to exit without entering the password if Cancel is selected 14 2 Navigating Diagnostic Mode Step through Diagnostic Mode by pressing MODE 14 3 Exiting Diagnostic Mode 1 Turn off the ToxiRAE Pro by pressing and holding MODE There will be a standard shutoff countdown 2 When the instrument shuts off you will be alerted Release your finger Note The next time you start ToxiRAE Pro hold only MODE and it will automatically start in Normal Mode 38 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 15 Alarm Signal Summary Alarm types include Alarm Condition Alarm Signal Message Priority MAX Gas exceeds electronics 3 beeps flashes per second maximum range OVER Gas exceeds measurement 3 beeps flashes per second range HIGH Gas exceeds High Alarm 3 beeps flashes per second limit LOW Gas exceeds Low Alarm 2 beeps flashes per second limit NEG Gas reading measures less 1 beep flash per second than zero STEL Gas exceeds STEL limit 1 Beep flash per second Gas exceeds TWA limit 1 Beep flash per second CAL Calibration failed or needs 1 beep flash per second calibration
51. ter PC Comm and stop measurement screen Press Y Measurement and datalogging stop and the instrument is now ready to communicate with the PC The display now says PC comm ready Start up the ProRAE Studio II software enter a password and detect the instrument following the directions provided in the ProRAE Studio II User s Manual Follow the instructions in the ProRAE Studio II User s Manual to download the datalog configure the instrument settings or update the ToxiRAE Pro s firmware When you are done press MODE to exit the PC communications mode on the ToxiRAE Pro The screen displays Sensor initializing after which the instrument returns to operating in Normal mode 40 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide 17 Maintenance WARNING N Maintenance should be performed only by a qualified person who has proper training and fully understands the contents of this manual The following guidelines should be followed when changing the battery 1 Turn off the unit before changing the battery 2 When replacing the battery take note of its orientation The connectors on the circuit board should go into the matching slots in the battery WARNING To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmospheres replace the battery only in areas known to be non hazardous 17 1 Replacing the ToxiRAE Pro Li lon Battery Caution Turn off the ToxiRAE Pro before removing or replacing the battery 1 Ifthe
52. ters that must be numerical 29 ToxiRAE Pro User s Guide numbers increase from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 Note The last four characters must be numerals 3 Press MODE to advance to the next character Repeat this process until all eight characters of the new Site ID are entered To save your new Site ID and exit press MODE repeatedly until OK is highlighted Then press Y User ID Enter an 8 digit alphanumeric User ID to uniquely identify a user This User ID is included in the datalog report 1 Press Y and the display shows the current User ID Example USERO0000 The left most character is highlighted 2 Press Y repeatedly to select a desired character Letters increase from current value to Z followed by digits from 0 to 9 Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around to the letter A 3 Press MODE to advance to the next character Repeat this process until all eight characters of the new User ID are entered To save your new User ID and exit press MODE repeatedly until OK is highlighted Then press Y User Mode The ToxiRAE Pro has two user modes Basic Basic users can only see and use a basic set of functions Advanced Advanced users can see all screens and take advantage of all available functions Note The default value for User Mode is Basic To change the User Mode 1 Press MODE to step fro

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